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Housing

The Jordan Academy of Dance is the affiliate dance school of the Butler Ballet and Butler University, and as such, reflects the tradition of excellence that has made Butler University a leader in the field of dance. The university is located on 290 acres in the historic Butler-Tarkington area, (one of Indianapolis' premiere neighborhoods). In addition to 20 buildings, Butler also has a formal botanical garden, playing fields, and a beautiful nature preserve.

As a member of the Butler academic family the academy will be housing it students in the university's ResCo Hall for the summer program. This unique opportunity gives our young dancers an insight into what college life is all about. The academy will provide one resident chaperone for every 10 resident students. As campus residents the academy students will have access to the university health center, the university library, and will be under the protective eye of the Butler Police Department.

Extra care will be taken to insure that the food menus reflect the proper nutritional needs of the young dancer. Special dietary needs can also be accommodated.

The students will be transported to and from the dormitories for all classes.

Special activities will be planned for the students to experience other aspects of Indianapolis.

Indianapolis

Indianapolis, the capital of Indiana, is the 13th largest city in the United States (est. 1999 population: 810,946). A city of contrasts, it offers big-city charm and small-town friendliness. The population represents a rich mixture of cultures. The city first became famous as host of the "greatest spectacle in racing," the internationally famous Indianapolis 500 that takes place each May. However, during the past decade the city has hosted more than 200 national and international athletic competitions, including the Pan American Games, Olympic Trials, and various national, international and collegiate athletic championships.

The city also is a highly acclaimed center of the arts. A few of the city's most popular cultural attractions are:

• Clowes Memorial Hall (on Butler's Campus)
• Dance Kaleidoscope
• Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art
• The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
• The Indianapolis Zoo and White River Gardens

To find out more about Indy check out www.indy.com or Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association.

Climate

Late spring and fall are the most pleasant seasons in Indianapolis. Summers are warm with "muggy" periods and winters can be cold with snowfalls of three inches or more about three times annually. Rainfall is well distributed throughout the year. Come to Indiana prepared for a wide range of temperatures, and bring both lightweight and warm clothing.