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The in-class readings and following discussions gave me a more advanced understanding about the symbolism of words and phrases, and our exercises also gave me a chance to explore new methods of writing.
- High School student
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Registrants must be entering grades 9-12
If you can write and speak well, you greatly improve your chances of doing well in school and in life. The first step is knowing how language works. In this class we will take apart language and see how it goes back together. Come away with a new understanding of the English language and the tools to edit your own work more effectively. Handle a job interview as easily as you talk with friends- by know what is appropriate for each situation. Have fun while learning one of the most important life skills: how to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. This is not a remedial expository writing class or English as a second language.
Instructor: Andrew Miller
2 sections, 5 sessions each, Noncredit, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-noon; $295.
Session 1: UW Seattle campus, June 23-27. Refund deadline is May 30. Reg # 92899
Session 2: Bellevue campus, July 7-11. Refund deadline is June 11. Reg # 92941
Registrants must be entering grades 9-12
Designed for students with little or no programming experience. Students will learn the fundamentals of programming and will be given the opportunity to develop their own programs using computer graphics. Students will learn different ways to display their programs including using web-based applets. Other topics include understanding how computers work, Java vocabulary, data types including objects, mathematical computations, and conditionals. At the end of the course, students will understand basic programming fundamentals and will be prepared to take Advanced Placement Computer Science, C++ and other programming languages.
Instructor: Jack Straub
10 sessions, noncredit. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-noon, July 14-25; $450. Location: 1411 Fourth Ave. Downtown Seattle. Refund deadline is June 11. Reg # 93732
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Registrants must be entering grades 10-12
This workshop, sponsored by the Puget Sound Writers project, provides students with models and exercises in poetry and short fiction writing. With an emphasis on language, imagery voice, and exposure to the work of contemporary poets, students construct a body of poetry. Exercises in description, setting, character and dialog are used in the construction of a short story. Time is devoted to individual writing, editing, and revision, and to the writers’ groups where students learn to build competency and trust in evaluating each other’s work. Students compile a portfolio and contribute to a class anthology. This is not a remedial writing course.
Instructor: Steve Garmanian
10 sessions, Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-noon, July 7-18; $380; Noncredit. Location: UW Seattle campus. Refund deadline TBA. Reg # 93741
Registrants must be entering grades 9-12
Students are introduced to the methodology of writing full-length, dramatic screenplays. Including character development, plot points, arcs, sense of urgency and suspense, climactic build-ups and resolution. The elements learned in the class can be applied to most forms of dramatic writing. Emphasis in class is placed on those skills needed to develop a professional career in Hollywood. Students will have the opportunity to interact with professional screenwriters actively publishing in the field.
Instructor: Chris Twombley
9 sessions, June 23-July 3; 9 a.m.-noon; $360; Noncredit. Location: UW Seattle campus. Refund deadline is May 31. Reg # 92901
Registrants must be entering grades 9-12
If you love drawing, illustration and the natural sciences then this course if for you! This class will present an overview of the fundamental principles related to anatomical form and function in rendering illustrations for scientific purposes. Students will learn how to render form, using light, line, measure and perspective working in their own sketch journals in three mediums, graphite (pencil), pen and ink, and colored pencil. The class will culminate with an informal art opening where student work will be exhibited (maybe at the Burke Museum). Some drawing experience is helpful but not required. NOTE: Students will need to purchase some basic art supplies prior to the 1st class. A list will be sent out upon registration.
Instructor: Elizabeth Halfacre
10 sessions: July 21-August 1, from 9am-Noon ; $425; Noncredit. Location: UW Seattle campus. Refund deadline is June 16. Reg # 94087
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