CREATIVE BOOTCAMP 2026
“Protagonist”
Protagonist is about recognizing that you have the power to shape your own story. Growth rarely comes from comfort or certainty it comes from stepping into the unfamiliar, embracing discomfort, and continuing to move forward with purpose. This year’s Creative Bootcamp challenges participants to stop waiting for permission and start making intentional choices that push their story ahead. Through inspiring guest speakers, collaborative experiences, and meaningful conversations, students will be encouraged to think differently about their potential, develop the confidence to step into leadership roles, and understand that the future they want begins with the actions they take today. Every great story has a protagonist. The question is will you step into the role?
STUDENT GROUP PARTICIPANTS
CALENDAR
Monday (August 3, 2026)
8: 30- 9:30 am
Breakfast
9:30- 10:45 am
Schedule Review
Protagonist – Kickoff
Icebreaker Questions Pt. 2
11:00 am- 12:00 pm
Meet the Mentors
1:00 pm
Lunch + Icebreaker Questions Pt 2
2-5 pm
Headshots and Lighting Workshop
5 pm
Saul Prado
Guest speaker, via Zoom
6 pm
Dinner
Tuesday (August 4, 2026)
9 am- 12 pm
USU Games Room + Brunch
1:30- 3:00 pm
Edge Martial Arts “Self” Defense
4 – 6 pm
Happy Hour Yard House
Wednesday (August 5, 2026)
8:30- 9:30 am
Breakfast
10 am-12 pm
Joe Bautista
Finance/Investing Workshop
12 pm
Lunch
TBD
Amy Beltran
Guest Speaker, via Zoom
2- 5 pm
Henry Chavez
Screen Printing Workshop
6 pm
Formal Dinner + Game
Thursday (August 6, 2026)
Breakfast on your own
11 am- 1 pm
The MOCA Museum Visit
1:00- 2:30 pm
Grand Central Market
3- 10 pm
Beach Bonfire, Dockwieler Beach
SPEAKERS

Joe Bautista
Professor of Art+Design at CSU Northridge

Saul Prado
Graphic Designer at Hamagami/Carroll

Amy Beltran
Art Director | Designer | Leading Creative Vision for Brands

Shally Juarez
Assistant Professor

Rudy Granillo
Lead Project Manager at IntersectLA | USU Board of Directors Chair.

Crystal Flores
Digital Marketing Strategist & Design Educator | Visual Designer | Bridging Creative Strategy, UX, and Instructional Design

Patrick Prager
Owner/Head Instructor at The Edge Martial Arts

Henry Chavez
Graphic Designer seeking opportunities to overcome and learn from.
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