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2010 Courses

Sharpen Your Writing Skills
Computer Programming in Java I
Computer Programming in Java II
PSWP Young Writers Workshop
Screenwriting and the Art of Storytelling
Summer Dance Explorations

Registrants must be entering grades 9-12

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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

Sharpen Your Writing Skills

If you can write and speak well, you greatly improve your chances of doing well in school and in life. In order to do this effectively you must learn strategies, skills, fundamentals, and practice it for a real purpose at the college level. We will be reading and analyzing texts on a "hot topic" and using these to create a synthesis research essay. You will come away with a new understanding of the English language and tools to edit your own work more effectively. This is not a remedial writing class or English as a second language.
Instructor: Andrew Miller
2 sections, 5 sessions each, noncredit. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; $320

Section 1: UW Seattle campus, June 28-July 2. Refund deadline is June 1. Reg # 106508

Section 2: Bellevue campus, July 12-16. Refund deadline is June 14. Reg # 106509



Computer Programming in Java I

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 be introduced to 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

Section 1: 9 sessions, noncredit. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m., June 28-July 9 (no class on Monday, July 5); $419. 1411 Fourth Ave., downtown Seattle. Refund deadline is June 1. Reg #106518

Section 2: 10 sessions, noncredit. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m., July 12-23; $465. Bellevue campus. Refund deadline is June 14. Reg # 106520

Computer Programming in Java II

Prerequisites: completion of Java I or equivalent knowledge.

This session is geared for the student who has completed Java I. Students who feel they are already familiar with the topics studied in Java I are welcome. Students will continue to expand their knowledge of object oriented programming techniques. Students will receive an introduction to Graphical User Interface (GUI) programming using the Java Swing package. A variety of additional topics, such as arrays and exception handling, will be introduced as time permits. Upon completion of the course, the student will be prepared to begin development of complete programming projects in Java.
Instructor: Jack Straub

10 sessions, noncredit. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m., July 26-August 6; $465. 1411 Fourth Ave. Downtown Seattle. Refund deadline is June 28. Reg # 106510

PSWP Young Writers Workshop
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, noncredit. Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m., July 12-23; $405. UW Seattle campus. Refund deadline is June 14. Reg # 106521

Screenwriting and the Art of Storytelling (3 week session)
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

14 sessions, noncredit. Mon-Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m., June 28-July 16 (no class on July 5); $560. UW Seattle campus. Refund deadline is June 1.Reg # 106519

Summer Dance Explorations for High School Students

This two-week dance intensive offers high school students a unique opportunity to sample various styles of dance. Classes will be divided into technique, improvisation/choreography and world dance and will culminate in a presentation for family and friends. Note: Dancers of all experience levels are welcome. No special attire is required but students should wear clothing suitable for movement.
Instructor: Rhonda Cinotto

10 sessions, noncredit. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-12 p.m., July 26-August 6; $380. UW Seattle campus. Refund deadline is June 28. Reg # 106709