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Residential Institutes2012 Summer Enrichment Institutes Engineering BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! This fast-paced, hands-on introduction to engineering is presented using familiar everyday examples. Students will study a variety of engineering disciplines including: biomedical, computer, electrical, human factors, and mechanical. Emphasis is placed on learning-to-know by learning-to-do. Learn by engaging with the various topics by looking through the eyes of an engineer to explore how and why things work. Both computer simulations and tangible examples are used as experiential models. Course Dates: July 8-13, 2012 Fee: $625 Historical Archaeology Do you like learning about history? Archaeology is not just the study of ancient cultures but also includes more recent historical studies. In this class, students will learn about archaeological studies of periods following the introduction of the written record in the New World and Old? Students will learn how to read and interpret historic maps, how toponymy can provide archaeological clues, how to identify and classify historic artifacts, how to study animal remains from archaeological sites, how to read and interpret historic documents, and learn about the symbolism found on headstones. Students will conduct an archaeological field study of a cemetery, and learn how to collect and analyze data from a cemetery. The class includes hands-on learning and take-home projects. Course Dates: July 8-13, 2012 Fee: $625
Take Action– LEADERSHIP BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Use your high school years to set a course for the rest of your life! Skills you develop right now will set a firm foundation for developing a strong character, leading to future success in your academic and career endeavors. Are you interested in leader—at your high school, in college, your community? Or are you already a leader who wants to improve your skills and ability to lead others? This workshop will be a fun, interactive program that will teach you leadership topics and help you apply them to your life and how to use these skills to prepare for your future. Course Dates: July 15-20, 2012 Fee: $625Performance Theatre Welcome to the typical day of a working theatre company. Students will attend professional workshops on voice, stage movement, monologue preparation, improvisation, character development, make-up and acting styles. This challenging course ends in a culminating activity where students perform their own production. Course Dates: July 15-20, 2012 Fee: $625 Anatomy and Physiology BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! An interactive experience will allow students a hands-on Anatomy and Physiology experience that provides a great opportunity for students to further their understanding of the human body. Students will be presented with an in-depth overview of the structure and function of the major organ systems of the body by examination of preserved organs and completing functional tests and exams. Students will encounter a university laboratory setting, a human cadaver, and measure body functions via Spirometry and EKG tests, while exploring career opportunities in the medical fields. Course Dates: July 22-27, 2012 Fee: $625 Forensic Science BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Explore the fundamental processes of forensic investigation and crime scene analysis, just as crime scene investigators do, using biology, chemistry, and geology. Students will test the strengths and weaknesses of regularly used forensic techniques – response and evidence collection guidelines, fingerprinting, and DNA profiling, as they complete hands-on crime scene analysis. Students will also see how these forensic techniques are applied to numerous high-profile real world cases. Course Dates: July 22-27, 2012 Fee: $625 Writer’s Palette In this unique writing experience students will explore writing through a variety of media. Students will have the opportunity to explore their own creative process through art, writing, and spoken expression in this course. Students will learn to express themselves as they investigate the creative method by participating in developing characters, creating dialogue, and competing in poetry slams. Students will also examine a variety of effective writing techniques and styles. Course Dates: July 29-Aug.3, 2012 Fee: $625Law and Government Guilty or innocent? This class will examine the American Legal system. Explore the constitution, the Supreme Court, laws, legal and trial procedures. Students will investigate political and legal issues that may affect their lives as well as the lives of others. Students will study and research historical trials and how they have impacted our lives today. Have a better understanding of our government and what makes it different from other countries. Course Dates: July 29-Aug. 3, 2012 Fee: $625
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