Merit Badge University at Eastern Washington University Computing and Engineering Building (Cheney Campus)

November 22nd and December 6th (Classes will be on both days) 

Class Fee -$10 

LUNCH- Pizza is being provided by EWU College of STEM for scouts and their parents. 

Mobile Trading Post option- We offer an array of items from the Scout Shop. Be sure to bring extra money to get things you may need! 

You can also contact Marcia Hunt before the event to be certain that items will be at the Trading Post. 

GUIDANCE FOR SCOUTS ATTENDING A MERIT BADGE COLLEGE

1.) Pick a Merit Badge

From the Course Catalog, you can select several Merit Badges that you have an interest in taking. We expect you to discuss with your Scoutmaster and parents which badge to earn. But in the end, we hope you select a topic that you truly wish to learn about. Don't let rank advancement be the only consideration.

2.) Consider Your Age

While there is no age or grade requirement for any merit badge, certain classes at the MBC are recommended for older Scouts. In the short duration of a single day, the nature and amount of material covered in these classes will possibly make it difficult for a younger Scout to keep up.  This can slow the pace of the class, and the class will not complete the intended material.  We want you to enjoy what you do here so you will do it well.

3.) Getting Ready for MBU Day (Read the book)

OK. So, you have selected your badges and registered online.  Congratulations! The next thing that you should do, if you have not already done so, is to get a copy of the Merit Badge pamphlet for yourself. (Read the book.) You should read through the pamphlet so that you are completely familiar with it. In fact (Read the book), you may want to read it through more than once. (Read the book.)

We do not guarantee that you will complete any badge.  Many MB classes will have published a list of prerequisites, or your instructor will contact you with a list they would like you to have completed before the first session.  These are requirements that you should complete before MBU day.  When you complete them, bring all materials to class with you, such as notes, pictures, writings, reports, and letters. (Read the book.) It is up to you to make sure that you complete every requirement. Even if they are not listed, some requirements may, by their nature, not be doable in a classroom. (Read the book.) You should at least attempt to complete these before the MBU.  If you can do this, then you will get the most out of the workshop.  If you do not, then you won't (Read the book.)

4.) Blue Merit Badge Cards

Your card is your ONLY record of achievement at the MBU. Keep it safe.  You must have with you a Merit Badge Card for every badge. Before the MBU, you should fill out the card with your name, address, Merit Badge, and Troop information.  Your Scoutmaster should sign this card, indicating that they approve you taking the class (Read the book.) This card will be the ONLY record of your achievement at the MBU. Counselors are not required to keep records. Most will, but some will not.  You are responsible for your card. Keep it safe. (Read the book.) We will provide Blue Cards if you forget or don’t bring them.

5.) ON MBU Day LEARN and ACHIEVE

This is a formal event.  Proudly wear your Field Uniform. Make sure to have your Blue Merit Badge Card and any prerequisite work that you have done (or its proof) with you. Bring your Merit Badge Pamphlet. (Read the Book.)