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Residence Program
CALIFORNIA YOUTH THINK TANK
Program Description
California Youth Think Tank (CYTT) is America's #1 youth leadership training program for youths in grades 9-12. Winner of two Awards of Excellence in Youth Development, this life-changing educational program empowers young people with the knowledge and skills needed for success in college, business and life, and trains and inspires them to become future leaders and world changers.
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CYTT Summer Bootcamp
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Students in our CYTT summer residence program will live in a college dorm on the USC campus in Los Angeles during their training. Students will attend daily classes and participate in variety of fun and exciting activities, including lively debates, panel discussions, team competitions, fields trips, and collaborate with other youth leaders on special projects.
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Skills developed
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leadership strategies
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critical thinking
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effective communication
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problem solving
- team debate
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collaboration & team building
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organization
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What's included
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USC dorm housing
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bed linen, blanket & pillows
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3 daily buffet-style meals
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comprehensive training program
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educational supplies & materials
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access to campus facilities
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field trip transportation
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trophies & awards
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T-shirts
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CYTT Summer Bootcamp
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Location
University of Southern California
Los Angeles
Dates
July 8th thru July 13
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Participation Fee
$250
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APPLICATION PERIOD HAS CLOSED
(Applications for the 2025 CYTT program will be available in January 2025 thru this site)
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