Billiken Breakthrough - College Discovery Camp

Billiken Breakthrough: College Discovery Camp is an educationally-based fun and interactive 3-day summer program to introduce the concept of transitioning to college after high school for teenagers who may have never even considered college as an achievable option in the first place. Backed by the SLU Prison Education Program and Occupational Therapy program, this camp is targeted to reach youth at risk of becoming involved with the justice system and provide them with occupation-based intervention and educational activities to increase occupational engagement, empower their futures, and equip them with the skills necessary to successfully seek higher education or postsecondary pursuits. Participants will engage in a variety of hands-on activities, mentorship, and peer-to-peer support. Ultimately, the goal of Billiken Breakthrough is to empower at-risk youth to envision and work toward a brighter, more secure future.