Activities for this program may include: 1) walking across campus between events; 2) voluntarily engaging in optional athletic activities during free time periods, such as exercise at the Fowler Center, basketball, kickball, frisbee-throwing, swimming in the University pool, etc.; 3) engaging in planned camp activities such as “SUMMA’s Got Talent” and an outdoor scavenger hunt; and 4) engaging in a traditional camp hike (approximately 1.5 miles each way and on flat ground).
Note: Golf carts and vans are available to all campers with mobility issues or injuries, or who have requested a visitor accomodation through the University's ADA Office.
Code of Conduct: The University of the South has certain standards of conduct that apply to all students. As guests of the University, participants are expected to follow the University standards of conduct as well as rules that pertain specifically to participants in SUMMA. Camp directors and staff are empowered to enforce the standards of expected behavior and the Program Director has the authority to send a camper home for flagrant or repeated violations of these standards.
The 2025 SUMMA Camp Handbook, including the Code of Conduct, can be accessed in here or on the SUMMA website FAQs page here. By signing this form, you confirm that you have reviewed the Camp Handbook in its entirety. You understand that these rules are in force throughout SUMMA Camp and that participation in the program may be terminated for violations of the Code of Conduct or any rules and regulations found throughout the handbook.
Assumption of Risk: I wish to voluntarily participate in the Activity described above. I understand that participation carries certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries. I understand that hiking involves walking on uneven terrain on and off primitive trails, over/under obstacles, with inherent risks of falling, tripping, etc. I understand that the University of the South does not guarantee my personal health and safety or protect me against risk of loss of personal property. Some of the risks of the Activity may include but are not limited to: transportation accidents, weather hazards and natural disasters, infectious diseases, slips and falls, burns, pinches, scrapes, scratches, sprains, fractures, and concussions. I also understand that injury and loss to me may result from unknown or unexpected risks and may result from the use of equipment, materials, or facilities provided by the University; environmental conditions; acts or omissions of others; and unavailability of immediate or adequate medical care. It is also possible that my participation in the Activity could result in injury or harm to a person other than myself, and I accept sole responsibility for my actions. I will not participate in any portion of the Activity if a medical condition prevents me from complying with these safety guidelines, even with an accommodation. I will also not induce others to participate in any portion of the Activity that might bring harm to them.
Release and Waiver Claims: In consideration for this opportunity to participate in the Activity, I hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless the Board of Trustees of the University of the South and its officers, employees, agents and volunteers (collectively “University”) from all liability, and waive all claims, actions, demands, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney fees), for personal injury and bodily injury (including death) and for property loss and damage arising out of my participation in the Activity. If I am injured or become ill while participating in the Activity, I understand and agree that I am responsible for my own medical bills, including copayments and deductibles, and that I will not seek reimbursement from the University.
Acknowledgement of Understanding: I have read and understand this Assumption of Risks, Release and Waiver agreement. I understand that by signing this agreement, I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue. By choosing to participate in the Activity and signing this agreement, I represent that I fully understand and assume the associated risks on behalf of myself as a participant or on behalf of the minor participant. I consent to medical treatment in the event of injury or illness during the Activity.
I am signing this agreement freely and voluntarily and intend for this agreement to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability and claims as described to the greatest extent allowed by law. This agreement is binding on my heirs, personal representatives, assigns and those of the minor.