Students attending McNeese State University this fall have an opportunity to take a crash course on what it means to become a McNeese Cowboy this summer at the inaugural Cowboy Camp from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. July 11.

First-time freshmen and transfer students can learn about McNeese history and traditions before they set foot in a classroom or attend their first Cowboy football game in "the hole," and have lots of fun doing it, according to Dr. Chris Thomas, assistant dean of student services at McNeese.

"We want to infuse these students with a sense of Cowboy Pride from the moment they arrive on campus," Thomas said. "The day will include tours, pictures, chants, trivia, ceremonies and scavenger hunts, all led by MSU student leaders from student organizations."

The camp is limited to the first 100 students and cost is $10 per student, which includes breakfast, lunch, a T-shirt and the chance to win over $1,000 in cash and prizes.

For more information about Cowboy Camp, contact the McNeese Student Union Office at (337) 475-5609 or by e-mail at campuslife@mcneese.edu.