19th Annual Grandparents U

🤠 Howdy, CMU Chippewas! Grandparents U is a summer camp that brings generations together for three days of fun and wonder on the campus of Central Michigan University!  

🗓️Dates: Tuesday, June 23 – Thursday, June 25, 2026 

Saddle up and explore the beautiful campus of Central Michigan University while experiencing life as a CMU Chippewa in the residential halls with your grandchildren. Enjoy hands-on educational sessions conducted by faculty, staff and community members. Engage in conversations and make memories you’ll never forget.   

There is something for everyone! Grandparents and grandchildren (ages 8 – 12) can customize their experience by giving preference to classes that fit your interests.   
  

📝Registration Costs:

Early Bird Rate: Register before March 31, 2026 
$195 | Adult  
$175 | Child   

Regular Rate: Register between April 1, 2026 - May 15, 2026
$225 | Adult   
$205 | Child 

Gold Members: Enter your Gold Membership number to receive $10 off your registration total. 
 
Registration per person includes:  
- Housing (Tuesday and Wednesday nights)
- Meals (Starting with lunch on Tuesday ((NEW this year!)) and ending with breakfast on Thursday
- Access to 5 hands-on learning sessions
- Evening activities
- Signature t-shirt
- Entry in the closing raffle

📚Class Selections  

Class preference will be based on the date registration is received. Hurry – the sooner you register, the higher your preference! Once registered, you will receive an e-mail in May with a list of classes that are being offered. You will then rank your top choices and be placed according to availability.   

Here is a sample of previous class offerings:   
- Egg Drop Competition
- Behind the Scenes of CMU Public Media
- Cooking with a Campus Chef
- Paws in Action
- Tour with the CMU Police Department

Class times and topics are subject to change without notice.   

Special evening events will be offered to all participants. Events may include swimming at the Student Activity Center, Movies, and Games 
 
Some classes are limited in size due to facilities and equipment availability. Participants will be notified at check-in of their class assignments. Classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Every effort will be made to assign participants to the classes of their choice: however, we cannot guarantee placement within a particular class. All classes are conducted by CMU faculty, staff, and community members who are volunteering their time. In rare circumstances, it may be necessary to change or cancel a class.   

🏡Housing  

Due to scheduled maintenance in the Residence Halls, air-conditioned rooms are limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Linens are not provided for camp.  

📌Adult and Child Attendance  

Children must be accompanied by an adult, at all times. No more than two children may be accompanied by one adult, and no more than two adults may accompany one child. If two children attend with one adult, they must attend the same classes. If two children attend with two adults: each adult/child pair may attend different classes.     

❗️Additional Information  

Important: Grandparents U is funded by the registration fees paid by the participants. If the minimum number of registrants is not reached by April 30, 2026, the event will be canceled, and refunds will be provided.