Physical examinations for program participants will be offered on May 27 and June 1, 2:30-4 p.m., in the Student Health Center/Ned Shott Gymnasium. McDowell County participants can receive a physical at the Tug River Health Association in Gary (304-448-2101) or Northfork (304-862-2588) after calling for an appointment.
Parents’ orientation for camp participants will be held on Saturday, June 12, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Ned Shott Gymnsium at BSC. Applications are available at local schools and at Bluefield State College (Harris-Jefferson Student Center, room 205). Prospective participants can also receive applications through the mail by calling either 304-327-4430 or 304-327-4187.
“NYSP offers disadvantaged youth the opportunity to receive benefits from structured sports and enrichment programs,” noted BSC NYSP Program Director Roy Grimes. NYSP is a partnership enterprise that brings together the federal government, represented by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the nation’s colleges and universities acting through the National Collegiate Athletic Association.
BSC donates the services of a project administrator and selects qualified staff to conduct project activities. The project is divided into enrichment and activity programs. Additional information can be obtained by contacting Roy Grimes by phone (304-327-4430) or by e-mail at: rgrimes@bluefieldstate.edu
May 21, 2004