Writing & Literature   

Class will introduce students to the basics of character creation, expanding on those characters with ink and pencil, and deciding how to conclude this first chapter of their character's story.

The fourth and final class will focus on Composition in Cartooning, giving students the option of finishing up with a four panel comic, or a single illustration where that character is featured.

This course also serves as an introduction to Adobe Express, a versatile and valuable tool across various industries.

You'll learn how to effectively use this cloud-based design tool to bring your digital content to life.

The Publishing Roadmap is a Journey!

if you're new to getting your creative writing published, this four hour class is an overview of all the ways you can put your work out in the world. Students will leave with an understanding of the different types of publishing opportunities, including alternative methods, and how to determine the path that feels right for you.

 

Networking is an essential skill that provides career advice and support, access to jobs that aren't advertised, provides a better picture of the opportunities out there and a clearer view of the future for the field you're interested in. 

This is possible road map to help you find your dream job.

Learn tools as well as practice techniques to develop and maintain your network of professional contacts and advisors to help you advance your career, while preparing you for the future.

This Course is offered as a Hybrid. Students can come live in person, or join via Zoom

Students will gain a deep understanding of the “Five R’s” of grant writing:

Research, Relationships, Relevance, Resources, and Reporting –

and how to apply them to create successful grant applications.

 

This crash course will help you feel prepared to have the basic conversational skills to have a fun and safe trip to Japan.

This 6-week course will help you feel more confident flying to Japan and communicating with the locals. Topics will include how to introduce yourself, ordering at restaurant, shopping, transportation, and even some mishaps like how to navigate getting lost or becoming ill/injured and getting the help you need.

Don't pack your bags yet, because your first journey is through language learning in this crash course to Japanese.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of key late modern philosophers and influential philosophical traditions from Hegel to Wittgenstein. Apply philosophical concepts to real-life situations and contemporary issues, while acquiring the practical skills for personal enrichment and future philosophical studies. Develop the ability to critically analyze primary philosophical texts and ideas, facilitating deeper comprehension and critical engagement.

This Course is offered as a Hybrid. Students can come live in person, or join via Zoom

Storytelling is a powerful tool for nonprofits to engage audiences, evoke emotions, and drive action. In this workshop, participants will learn the fundamentals of storytelling and how to apply them effectively to convey the mission, impact, and needs of their organization. Through interactive activities and discussions, attendees will gain practical skills to craft compelling narratives that inspire support and create lasting connections with stakeholders.

 

Block time off your calendar to unblock your creativity. Join us on an exploration of creativity through our preconceived beliefs, cultural identities and fears. This generalized art course looks to unlock the creativity within us all.

From the classic writer's block of a seasoned author to the fear of sharing a new painting with your peers, we look to break the cycle of fear for all artists no matter their skill or medium.

Through thought-provoking and sometimes eccentric artistic assignments, writing prompts, captivating artist walks, and purposeful critique; this course challenges you to expand beyond your limiting beliefs and preferred medium.