southeastern unitarian universalist summer institute
one week. one community. all ages. all in.
Welcome to SUUSI — the Southeast Unitarian Universalist Summer Institute – an all ages inclusive summer camp.
Each summer, an intergenerational group of Unitarians (and adjacent friends) gathers for one unforgettable week of joy, growth, and connection, a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and Unitarian Universalist values.
This year, we welcome you to the Radford University campus, in Radford, Virginia, from July 19-25.
No two SUUSI experiences are the same. Participants build their own schedules based on their interests, energy, and needs. Whether your spirit is replenished through worship with our Nurture staff, time in nature, creative or philosophical workshops, music and late-night activities, or intergenerational programming, there’s space for your way of being.
Live together in dorms, eat together in the cafeteria, and gather for SUUSI-wide traditions like the Banner Parade, Ingathering, and Community Time. Share spaces—from dorm lounges and hallways to the Artisans Bazaar and the bookstore (now know as the Books & Bazaar), Common Ground Café, and Pair-a-Dice (our board game room) — for countless ways to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones.
Start a conversation with strangers in the cafeteria, a classroom, or in a canoe, and leave as friends. Rack tiles or puzzle pieces over coffee and bond over games. Laugh during a flash frisbee game or over arts and crafts in a workshop.
SUUSI is 100% volunteer-run, guided by a board elected annually by the community—including youth members. Every decision is made by people who love SUUSI and believe it can always grow and improve. We would love your energy and participation!
