Calhoun and Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce Hosting Welding Camp for Girls!
Calhoun Community College, in partnership with the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, is excited to announce the return of its annual SWeETy Camp (Summer Welding and Electrical Technology Camp) for girls entering grades 9 through 12. This hands-on, skill-building event will be held July 7–10 on Calhoun’s Decatur campus.
Now in its 16th year, SWeETy Camp empowers young women by introducing them to high-demand careers in welding, electrical technology, and this year, additive manufacturing. Students will work on instructor-led projects, enjoy industry-sponsored lunches, and hear from successful women working in the manufacturing field.
Camp Highlights:
- Students will weld, wire, and paint a lamp to take home
- Learn about 3D modeling
- Daily project-based learning from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Opportunity to meet and interview local students, instructors, and business leaders
Media is encouraged to attend and will have the most visual opportunities for video and photography daily between 8:30 a.m. and noon, and 1:30 to 3 p.m. All media inquiries should be directed to Calhoun’s Public Relations team at 256-306-2560 or 256-306-2965.
Calhoun Community College
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Sherika Attipoe Assistant Director, Public Relations
- May 29, 2025
- (256) 306-2560
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