The Rev. Dr. Roy F. Miller, Ph.D., and Mrs. Florence Lantz Miller Summer Youth Institute

 Engaging youth to think critically about their faith and to explore calling and vocation

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2012 Miller Summer Youth Institute

SYI 2012 will be held June 27 - July 8, 2012.

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Activities

This year, the Miller Summer Youth Institute will go to the 2012 General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA)!  Every other year, Presbyterians from all around the country gather to learn, to worship, and to help guide the Church. In 2012, General Assembly will be taking place in Pittsburgh—the home of SYI! Participants in the 2012 Miller Summer Youth Institute will have the opportunity to witness as history unfolds at General Assembly. You will be able to prepare for this event by learning about Presbyterian polity, theology, worship and sacraments, and understanding of Scripture. Following GA, you’ll get to discuss the events and decisions with today’s leading theologians, scholars, and authors. In addition to times of study and reflection, you will have the chance to participate in outstanding recreation events, or shall we say, have fun! In 2012, we will spend time daily in recreation such as Ultimate Frisbee, going to the coffee shop, shooting hoops, and riding the coasters at Kennywood Park! 2012 promises to be a once in a lifetime opportunity for young leaders of the Church!

Program Cost

Thanks to the generous donors of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary and the Lilly Endowment Inc. the cost of tuition, room, board and field trips for all SYI participants are covered. The only cost to participants is travel.

Accommodations

 You'll stay on campus in Calian Residence Hall rooms with an adult supervisor overseeing small groups of participants. 

Transportation

The scholar’s family and/or church and Presbytery must cover personal expenses and travel to and from Pittsburgh.  

Meals

Most meals are provided on campus in the Seminary’s Kadel Dining Hall.  Meals are provided or a cash allowance is given for special events and field trips. 

Forms for 2012

Acceptance and T-shirt Size - Due May 1
Travel and Permission - Due May 31

Contact Us

For further information, please contact SYI or call 1-800-451-4194.

SYI Application Request

Request that an application be mailed to you, or complete the PDF application and return it to the SYI Office.

Application Letter
Application
Reference Form 

Applicants must be graduating from high school in 2013. Because of the unique nature of SYI 2012 there are limited spots—get your application in soon! Applications received after Feb. 20 will be charged a $30 application fee. Contact us at syi@pts.edu and we will send an application to you!