PLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY DIVISION OF ONLINE AND CONTINUING STUDIES

COMMUNITY EDUCATION NEWSLETTERSPRING 2014

(603) 535-2868

The ability to capture a likeness is perhaps more challenging than anything else in an artist’s skill set – but also one of the most satisfying. This short course will give students the opportunity to broaden their range of skills to include a pursuit which is both enjoyable and professionally useful.

Portrait Drawing ClassThursdays, March 27 – May 1 5 - 7 p.m.

$170

Instructor: Carol Phenix PSU: Draper & Maynard Room 213

Ikebana, Japanese Flower ArrangementWednesdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30 & May 7, 14 5 – 6:30 p.m.Instructor: Sachiko Ikeda PSU: Draper & Maynard Room 213

This is an introductory course on Ikebana, Japanese flower arrangement. While there are several schools of Ikebana, we will be practicing the Ikenobo, the original school. Students will study a brief history of Ikebana and learn to arrange flowers. $65

Introduction to Japanese Language and Culture

Mondays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 & May 5 & 12 5 – 6:30 p.m.Instructor: Sachiko Ikeda PSU: Draper & Maynard Room 302

This is an introductory course on Japanese language and culture. Students will practice useful conversation and current expressions. Basic reading and writing will be introduced in conjunction with language practice. We will also study culture related to the language topics. $65

Jump in to Spring with our thrilling new dance classes. Learn two exciting new styles of dance from an expert.

Spring Tuesday Evening DanceTuesday evenings, April 15 – May 20

$99/couple, $55/single, and $50/student

Instructor: Juli Pruden PSU: Draper & Maynard Room 402

Beginner Salsa II 6 - 7 p.m.Wedding Prep 7 - 8 p.m.Beginner Lindy for Frankie 8 - 9 p.m.

*Contact instructor prior to registration for Beginner Salsa II at (603) 744-5848

Spring Wine and Food Pairing

Wednesday, April 16 5 – 6:30 p.m.

Instructor: Chef Anthony Bomba Sous Chef Tommy Faba Wine-non expert Linda HammondFosters, Common Man Inn, Plymouth NH

It’s time to get together again for a wonderful Spring Wine and Food Pairing. Participants learn about their food choices, ingredients, preparation, and why certain wines complement them. These pairings offer the perfect affordable evening out. They are also wonderful and affordable gifts. We are limited to 40 participants. $10 (includes registration fee) to PSU and $18 wine and food fee to Fosters

SUMMER IS FAST APPROACHINGPLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY’S CHILDREN SUMMER CAMPS

$290

Science Explorers IGoing into grades 1 and 2 June 23 - 27 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Instructor: Dr. Mike Son PSU: Boyd Science Center Lab

Science is amazing and it’s everywhere you look. Go ahead - look around you... now look closer. Join us for a one-week summer science camp designed to introduce kids entering grades 1 through 3 to the world of science. We’ll explore everything from growing plants and amazing animals that you can see, to the magic of chemistry and the world of germs you can’t see.

Science Explorers IIGoing into grades 2 and 3 July 7 - 11 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Instructor: Dr. Mike Son PSU: Boyd Science Center Lab

$225

Jr. Lego Engineering CampGoing into grades 2 & 3 June 30 - July 3 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Instructor: TBD PSU: TBD

Introducing children to the fun and exciting world of engineering though Lego construction. Campers will explore the use of mechanical lifts, nets, drills, ramps, and more in partnership with fellow participants. Experimenting with power systems, sequence and control, pressure prototyping, kinetic and potential energy was never this much fun!

$290

Lego Engineering CampGoing into grades 3 & 4 July 14 - 18 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Instructor: Julie Panus PSU: TBD

Campers will be challenged to use science, engineering, problem solving, critical thinking skills and ingenuity to solve a variety of challenges using Lego systems that include solar power, simple machines, pneumatics and more. Campers will explore the world of sequence, logic and physics through design builds and real world challenges. The end of the week will culminate with an introduction to Lego Mindstorm robotics and a showcase for parents. Spaces are limited.

Using the LEGO Mindstorms, campers will work in teams, learning to build and program robots. Teams will be challenged to solve re-al-world problems with in both cooperative and competitive challenges. The week will culminate with a grand challenge designed to showcase the ingenuity and engineering skills of the campers!

Mindstorm Madness CampGoing into grades 5,6,7 July 21 -- 25 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Instructor: Julie Panus PSU: TBD

$290

SUMMER IS FAST APPROACHINGPLYMOUTH STATE UNIVERSITY’S CHILDREN SUMMER CAMPS

$180

Theatre Stage Combat CampGoing into grades 6,7,8 August 4 - 8 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Instructor: Jim Gleich PSU: Silver Hall Dance Room

$329

Aviation Exploration CampGoing into grades 6, 7, 8, and 9 July 7- 11 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.Instructor: Dan Caron and Vlad Vascak TBD

Students will spend 5 days exploring STEM related careers in aviation. Explorations include• The building of an electric powered aircraft capable of carrying cargo• Field trips too FAA air traffic control facilities• Flight simulator time and the effects the weather has on flight.

Jim Gleich has been involved with theatre for many years and has intensely studied the art of theatrical/stage combat. These are specialized techniques designed to create the illusion of physical combat without causing harm to the performers. Campers will be learning the basic skills of hand-to-hand combat, rolling, simple falls, choreography notation analysis, stage combat history, and introduction to single sword techniques. All students will perform their class fight each day.

Students will learn how to create graphic artifacts to be used in animation; the basic elements of animation software including timelines, frames, key frames, the stage, and drawing tools andmore. Each day will begin with a brief discussion regarding a woman or group that is or has been deeply involved with technology.

Animation for High School GirlsGoing into grades 9 -12 June 23 - 27 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.Instructor: Evelyn Stiller PSU: Hyde 419

$125

$135

Theatrical Stage Combat Camp for High School and College Athletes, Dancers, and ActorsHigh School and College August 4 - 8 4:15 - 6:15 p.m.Instructor: Jim Gleich PSU: Silver Hall Dance Room

These are specialized techniques designed to create the illusion of physical combat without causing harm to the performers. The term is also used informally to describe fight choreography for film and television. It is a common field of study for actors and dancers and is closely related to the practice of stunts. Athletes are also finding that this practice fine tunes their skills.