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Hofstra Continuing Educatio n anno unces a brand-new program: the Hofstra Precollegiate Career Discovery Institute Saturday Classes. Designed for teens and taught mainly by Hofstra professors, these interactive, hands-on classes and workshops help teens explore their passions and interests and discover new ones as they prepare for college and beyond.
Saturday Classes
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Want to learn more? Join us at a free information session on SATURDAY/ SEPTEMBER 16, at noon at Hofstra s Oak Street Center, 101 Oak Street, Uniondale, NY 11553.* I
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--- ARTS --PHOTOSHOP BASICS Instructor: Professor Evangeline Christodoulou Grades 9-12
Two sessions Saturday, October 21 and 28, 2017 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • $250
This class teaches the (undamentals of Adobe Photoshop with easy-to-follow, practical examples. Topics covered include creating new documents, organ izing files, creating and using layers, using filters, adding typography to a compositi on, creating shapes, and applying effects. Students will leave th is class with a greater understandi ng of Photoshop and the inspiration to create.
DANCE ENRICHMENT Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Heather Waldon
One session Saturday, October 28, 2017 10 a.m.-3 p.m. • $250
This contemporary dance class - a fun and enriching dance experience for intermed iate and advanced dance students - offers students an opportunity to broaden the ir understanding of contemporary dance technique and explore the different approaches to choreography or dance making. After a technique lesson, we introduce various approaches used in choreographing solo dances and group work. Students have a chance to experiment wit h concepts in choreography and dance composition. Note: Students must bring lunch to class.
GRAPHIC DESIGN Instructor: Professor Evangeline Christodoulou Grades 9-12
Two sessions Saturday, November 4 and 11, 2017 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • $250
This class draws from many aspects of art and design, including advertising, product design, and visual marketing, as well as other genres that a professional graphic designer might encounter. Students use Adobe Photoshop and Adobe lnDesign to develop their personal style. We explore digital and nondigital formats and techniques and create computer-based solutions to graphic art problems.
COMPUTER ART Instructor: Professor Evangeline Christodoulou Grades 9-12
Two sessions Saturday, December 9 and 16, 2017 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • $250
Students learn and use va rious digital methods and techniques to create their own art. We use computer programs to create digital art such as landscapes, mandalas, quilts, Notan, self-portraits, and more.
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,.. CROSS-CULTURAL COMPETENCY ,.. COLLABORATING ACROSS CULTURES Instructor: Dr. Kara Alaimo Grades 9-12
One session Saturday, October 28, 2017 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • $350
This class teaches students how to communi cate and collaborate with people from different cultures. Students learn about differences across cultu res from Africa, Asia, Europe, the M iddle East and Latin Amer ica from varying under standings of the concept of time to whether it's rude to say the word "no." We also discuss social and workplace practices and expectations across cultures. These skills can help students better understand and emb race diversity. Note: Students must bring lunch to class.
,.. LEGAL STUDIES ,.. PRECOLLEGIATE LEGAL STUDIES Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor J. Scott Colesanti
Three Sessions Saturdays October 7, 14 and 21, 2017 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. • $225
T his three-day workshop (three consecutive Saturd ays) introduces students to the American legal system and the roles played by lawyers. Students learn about the Constitution, the courts, and the combatan ts from an experienced Hofstra law professor. We explore land mark cases as well as current issues in the news. Each day begins with a law school-style lecture, follow ed b y handouts t hat challenge students to spo t conflicts (known as Nissues") and possible solutions (known as"causes o f action"). Students gain an understanding of both specific legal battles pending in the courts and the general goal of American legal education. Note: Students must bring lunch to class.
,.. PREPARING FOR COLLEGE ,.. COLLEGE IS NOTGRADE 13 Grades 10-12 Instructor: Professor Ellen Frisina Moving from h igh school to college is an exciting time filled w ith many ch allenges and op portunities. This workshop helps students understand what it takes to succeed as first-year college students: choosing courses, understanding professors' expectations, m anaging time, dormitory living, and many other topics. Students learn how to make the right choices to keep themselves healthy and socially successful in a completely new env iron ment. Applicable to commuting students as well as those liv ing on campus, this course helps students make a smooth and successful transition to the first year of college.
One session Saturday, October 7, 2017 10-11 a.m. • $50 One session Saturday, October 14, 2017 10-11 a.m. • $50 One se ssion Saturday, October 21, 2017 10-11 a.m. • $50
HIGH SCHOOL TO COLLEGE: A WORKSHOP FOR PARENTS Instructor: Professor Ellen Frisina Whether a child is near or far from home, living on campus or commuting to a local college, taking the leap from high school to college is always a huge life transition - for the student and for parents. From helping your student choose the right school to finding the best major to understanding academi c expectations to making the right social choices, there is plent y for parents to learn. For example, federal laws prohibit college faculty and administrators from com municating w ith p arents, u nless stud ents give t heir parents and the U niver sit y permission! This course is taught by a college p rofessor and mo ther w ho has survived the many life changes that affect students, parents, and families w hen transi tion ing from high school to college.
One session Saturday, Octo ber 7, 2017 11 a.m.-noon • $50 One session Saturday, October 14, 2017 11 a.m.-noon • $50 One session Saturday, October 21 , 201 7 11 a.m.-noon • $50
THE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS: WHAT TO DO NOW, SO YOU'RE ACCEPTED THEN Grades 9-12 Instructor: Karen Kolb Students and their parents discover hov11 to navigate the college admissions process, including the factors adtnissions officers consider when evaluating an application, hov.; to best stand out from the crov..,d, and how to find and choo.se the perfect college "fit." The session also reviews high school course selection and offers tips for approaching essays and standardized testing.
One session
Saturday, October 14, 2017 9:30 a.m.-noon • $125
WORKSHOP FOR SUCCESS! LETS MASTER THE COLLEGE PROJECT, RESUME OR ESSAYS - TOGETHER Grades 9-12 Instructor: Karen Kolb
One session
Saturday, October 21, 2017 9:30 a.m.-noon • $125
This \.vorkshoµ teaches students timeMtested techniques and hov.i to brainstorm ideas to get that college project, resume or essay started or cornpleted. Students learn how to impress admissions officers through individual and small group \Vorkshopping and attention. This workshop is designed for 7th through 12th grade students and their parents.
,... SCIENCE AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS ,... SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY Grades 9-12 Instructor: Current Hofstra Graduate Students
Two sessions Saturdays, October 7 and 14, 2017 9:30 a.m.-noon • $150
Students learn about communication science and the concepts related to disorders of speech, language and hearing. We explore issues in the perception and production of language, and students learn how to help people with various communication disorders. Additionally, the instructor introduces students to phonetics and the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), and students practice "spelling" with this syste111. Students have the opportunity to examine the English grammar structure more closely as \',fell as dissect different languages and dialects. They also are introduced to si111ple therapy concepts and partake in mock therapy sessions.
INTRO TO METEOROLOGY: THE SCIENCE BEHIND YOUR WEATHER APP Grades 9-12 Instructor: Dr. Jase Bernhardt
One session
Saturday, November 4, 2017 9:30 a.m.-noon • $150
Weather enthusiasts and an1ateur meteorologists are encouraged to spend a morning at Hofstra University learning about weather observation and forecasting. We tour the campus network of three weather stations to better understand how 111eteorological data is collected and analyzed. Using data frotn those stations, students learn how to define climate and its changes over time. Students also create their very O\Vn weather forecasts using weather station data and information from co111puter models. After taking this three-hour crash course, students are sure to have an increased understanding of the current weather conditions and forecasts which they regularly vie\',/ on sn1artphone applications and olher 111edia plat(orn1s, as well as insight into the science behind clit11ate change.
DECODING DNA Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Katherine O'Connor
One session Saturday, November 4, 2017 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • $350
Whal is DNA, and why is il so important? Learn more about the ever-expanding field of forensic biology, One session \Vhere DNA is used lo identi(y human re111ains, exonerate the innocent, and solve crimes like burglaries, Saturday, December 2, 2017 assaults and homicides. This course covers both the background of DNA sciences (cellular biology, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. • $350 genetics, inheritance and DNA analysis) and the forensic application of DNA (evidence processing, DNA profiles and databases, courtroom testi111ony and trial case studies). Note: Students must bring lunch to class.
EPIDEMIOLOGY: LEARN HOW TO BE A DISEASE DETECTIVE Grades 9-12 Instructor: Dr. Anthony Santella
One session Saturday, November 18, 2017 9 a.m.-noon • $150
This hands-on interactive workshop introduces students to the art and science of public health's oldest science: epide111iology. Students learn the tools and techniques of epidemiologists - disease detectives - as they investigate common infectious diseases, analyze lab tests, and learn about infectious disease transmission, prevention, and care/treatment.
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,.. WELLNESS AND SPORTS ,.. YOU'RE BEAUTIFUL! A WORKSHOP FOR GIRLS For Girls grades 6-8 Instructor: Professor Ellen Frisina This three-ho ur workshop for girls delves into topics such as self-confidence, friendship, acceptance, and understanding. We share our feelings and explore how we view ourselves and others. This is a powerful opportunity to foster strong self-worth and understanding of others. helps students make a smooth and successful transition to the fir st year of college.
LET'S GET FIT FOR LIFE Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Steven Frierman
One session Saturday, October 21, 2017 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • $150 One session Saturday, November 4, 2017 11 a.m.-2 p.m. • $150
Three sessions Saturdays, October 21, 28, November 4, 2017 10-11:30 a.m. • $225
This workshop is designed to help students identify their own health-related fitness needs; plan workouts that wi ll improve their level of fitness; learn how and w hen to increase/decrease time, intensity, weight, exerci ses, te nsion; set goals that motivate them to exercise; and learn how to have fun in the process. Each week students will be improving and learning how to live a healthy lifestyle. The ultimate goal of is to make exercise a regular part of each stud ent's life.
SPORTS MANAGEMENT Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Terence Ryan
Three sessions Saturdays, October 28, November 4 and 11, 2017 9 a.m.-noon • $450
This course is perfect for young people w ho aspire to careers in sports. The class covers both intercollegiate and professional sports, with topics such as marketing, finan ce, faci li ties and event management, sports information, and networking. Drawing on resources from an elite network of experts, students hear fro m guest speakers who are professionals in the field.
THE MENTAL GAME: TAKE YOUR SPORT TO THE NEXT LEVEL Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Steven Frierman
Four sessions Saturdays, November 11, 18, December 2, 9, 2017 (no class November 25) 10-11:30 a.m . • $275
In playing or coaching sports, the mind often determines success - whether it's concentrating on w hat you can control, dealing with anxiety or playing with optimal confidence. Yet, how much time is spent on the mental part of the game? The fact is that much o f practice time is spent on the physical while the mental is simply inferred. Words and phrases like "concentrate," "relax," "focus" and "be confide nt" are frequently used in sport, but knowing how to use them takes time and practice. This is the perfect opportunity for students to learn the "mental game:
,.., WRITING ,.., CREATIVE WRITING: EXPLORE EACH GENRE Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Dayna Troisi This course is designed to give students experience w riting in poetry, nonfictio n, fictio n and playwriting. Students can sample each genre and d iscover fo r themselves where their p assion lies! Students learn how to write in each genre through read ing published works, as w ell as through various w riting exercises and assignments.
SPELLING AND GRAMMAR COUNT Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Ellen Frisina
Four sessions Saturdays, October 14, 21, 28, November 4, 201 7 10-11:30 a.m. • $300
Two sessions Saturdays, October 28, November 4, 201 7 10-11 a.m.• $100
Grammar and spelling count ... especially in college application essays, college w riting, job applications and resumes. This course, taught by a college professor and published writer, teaches students time-tested techniques to improve their writing. Students are asked to write in class, as well as bring in writing samples and homework assignments.
WRITING PERSONAL ESSAVS FOR PUBLICATION: FINDING YOUR STORY One se ssion Saturday, November 11, 2017 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • $150
Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Dayna Troisi
This course is designed to teach students how to write personal essays fo r publication. Students learn the basics of being a working essayist: deciding w hat to write about, how to structure it how to reach out to editors, how to craft a pitch, and how to negotiate contracts. Each of us h as a personal story that speaks to everyone. This course inv ites every student to d iscover their own story.
SPOKEN WORD POETRY WORKSHOP: FIND YOUR VOICE Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Dayna Troisi
One session Saturday, November 18, 2017 9:30 a. m.-noon • $150
This course insp ires students w ith a passion fo r poetry to try out their voices as performance. With the use of famous spoken word videos, students learn the aspects of poetry as performance and a vehicle for social change.
IMMERSIVE POETRY WORKSHOP Grades 9-12 Instructor: Professor Dayna Troisi This course is designed to immerse write rs in poetry. St udents learn how to w rite poems in various forms t hrough fu n and interactive exercises. Gro up workshops help students sharpen students' constructive criticism skills.
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One session Saturday, December 2, 2017 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • $150
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