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Summer Programs for Adults in Connecticut
Mayapple Center for the Arts and Humanities:
Located in Stamford CT (just one hour north of NYC), The Mayapple Center provides 5-day summer programs in the fields of creative writing, music, visual arts, humanities, and theatre. Taught by experienced faculty who are leading specialists in their respective fields, our summer arts programs are open to adults with two years of college experience. In addition, we offer cultural literacy weekend programs for youth, 30-day artist residencies, humanities forums, humanitarian retreats, and study abroad programs.
Why Choose Us?
Mayapple creates space to cultivate imagination through artistic and intellectual cross-pollination in a distinctly 21st century climate. We create an atmosphere where artists and scholars of exceptional stature come to teach and collaborate with small groups of dedicated, like-minded participants. Our diverse programs are offered in a retreat environment where the distractions of quotidian life are suspended, freeing participants and faculty to pursue artistic and intellectual passions.
Summer & Year-Round Arts Programs:
- 5-day summer programs for adults in the fields of creative writing, visual arts, music, humanities, & theatre
- Weekend programs for primary & college students aimed to increase cultural literacy
- 30 day residencies for artists & scholars
- Humanities forums that discuss the state of the arts & humanities and propose creative solutions to 21st century issues
- Study abroad programs to promote study of the arts & humanities
- Humanitarian retreats for individuals that focus on therapy; these retreats are staffed by volunteers & are tuition-free
Location & Facilities:
The Center is located on a 10 acre campus whose serene lake and peaceful landscape of trees and gardens serve to inspire its residents. Activities such as swimming, tennis, canoeing, yoga and meditation promote a strong sense of community among residents, with an emphasis on mindfulness. Onsite massage therapy is available for participants by appointment.
The center’s holistic approach to artistic growth and development is demonstrated by our dedication to sustainability. Meals are partially prepared from organic produce from Mayapple gardens, and we serve locally-sourced food at every meal.
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New York Language Center, Manhattan
Courses / Programs
• Learn English in New York this summer with New York Language Center (NYLC) - a leading English language school. We have two conveniently-located campuses in Manhattan - on the Upper West Side and in Midtown Manhattan.• NYLC provides a range of full-time and part-time English language courses in summer and year-round. We teach students from around the world with all levels of English - beginner, intermediate, and advanced.
• In our dynamic and fun environment, you will benefit from superior language education as well as a rich cultural experience in one of the most famous cities in the world.
• Year-round and summer English courses are also available in our English schools in The Bronx, and in Jackson Heights in Queens.
• We also offer TOEFL exam preparation courses and Business English classes that are designed to fit your individual needs. You may study with us for as little as one week.
• Our prices are very affordable and all of our teachers are dedicated ESL teaching professionals.
• NYLC is authorized by the U.S. Department of Immigration to enroll non-immigrant foreign students. F1 visa / I-20 students are accepted at NYLC in any Intensive Language Program of English.
Student Testimonial:
"I spent only 3 weeks in NYC and i really fell in love with the city. My experience at NYLC was special too: a lot of people from all over the world, professional teachers, friendly advice, funny and interesting class experiences.All of you guys will stay in my heart!"
- Maria, Italy
Summer & Year-Round English Courses:
For adult students from around the world.
We have classes on weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings & weekends.
• Intensive English Program (ILP)
• Semi-intensive ESL program
• TOEFL preparation
• Private English lessons
• Weekend English course
• Everyday English program
• Business English classes
• Explore New York City - An ESL writing course
• ESL programs for individual juniors / teenagers accompanied by a guardian in NY
• ESL programs for small groups of 10-15 juniors / teenagers from educational tour agents
For adult students from around the world.
We have classes on weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings & weekends.
• Intensive English Program (ILP)
• Semi-intensive ESL program
• TOEFL preparation
• Private English lessons
• Weekend English course
• Everyday English program
• Business English classes
• Explore New York City - An ESL writing course
• ESL programs for individual juniors / teenagers accompanied by a guardian in NY
• ESL programs for small groups of 10-15 juniors / teenagers from educational tour agents
The Creativity Workshop
Courses / Programs
Using the Tools of Creative Writing, Memoir, Art, Photography, Storytelling and Mindfulness.We teach from the point of view that people are by nature creative and that creativity, like DNA, is unique to each individual. We believe that in the right atmosphere and with the right tools anyone can tap into the creative stream that runs through us all.
To help you access and develop your creativity, we have developed a progression of exercises and techniques that explore sense perceptions, free-form writing and drawing, associative thinking, mapmaking, constructive daydreaming, memory, collage, and photography.
The only requirements for attending our workshops are curiosity and a desire to explore the creative spirit inherent to us all.
2018
Florence: March 10-14
Lisbon: March 20-24
New York: April 27-30
New York: May 31-June 3
Verona: June 11-15
Crete: June 20-24
Barcelona: June 30-Jul 4
Prague: July 9-13
New York: July 27-30
New York: October 5-8
Florence: March 10-14
Lisbon: March 20-24
New York: April 27-30
New York: May 31-June 3
Verona: June 11-15
Crete: June 20-24
Barcelona: June 30-Jul 4
Prague: July 9-13
New York: July 27-30
New York: October 5-8
ID Tech Camps, Oregon
Courses / Programs
Unlock your internalDrive and gain a competitive advantage in college and beyond! iD Tech Camps offers week-long tech-related summer day camps and overnight camps for kids ages 7-12 & teens ages 13-17. These technology education programs are held at 80 elite universities throughout the nation, with Oregon programs taking place at Lewis & Clark College in Portland.Choose from a wide variety of exciting course topics - Game Design, Web Design, Coding, Programming Modding, and more. Discover how your technical talents and scientific passions can lead to a future career. These comprehensive week-long sessions include personalized technology instruction and a variety of fun summer camp activities.
With 8 students maximum per instructor, iD Tech Camps customizes the curriculum around you. Students build STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) skills in the tech labs, eat in the university dining hall, explore the campus, and make new friends. iD Tech Academies throughout the U.S. also offer 2-week overnight programs for teens ages 13-18.
iD Tech Camps welcomes international students (minimum language requirement - Basic English). Students do not require a visa to attend one the iD Tech Camps summer programs.
My son grew in ways that I never thought possible, thank you for allowing him a safe place to learn, grow and mature!”
- Misty B, Parent
1-Week iD Tech Summer Camps (Ages 7-12)
- Adventures in Programming with Scratch
- Adventures in Game Design - Platform & Racing Games
- Adventures in Game Design - Minecraft
- Intro to Programming with Scratch & Java
- 3D Game Design with Minecraft
- Role-Playing Game Design with RPG Maker
1-Week iD Tech Summer Camps (Ages 13-17)
- Programming in Java
- Programming in C++
- Game Modding & Java Coding - Minecraft
- RPG Game Design with Torchlight ll
- 3D Level Design - Portal 2 & Team Fortress 2
- FPS Game Design - Unreal Engine
- Adventures in Programming with Scratch
- Adventures in Game Design - Platform & Racing Games
- Adventures in Game Design - Minecraft
- Intro to Programming with Scratch & Java
- 3D Game Design with Minecraft
- Role-Playing Game Design with RPG Maker
1-Week iD Tech Summer Camps (Ages 13-17)
- Programming in Java
- Programming in C++
- Game Modding & Java Coding - Minecraft
- RPG Game Design with Torchlight ll
- 3D Level Design - Portal 2 & Team Fortress 2
- FPS Game Design - Unreal Engine
The English Language Institute at Notre Dame of Maryland University
Courses / Programs
Study English at a top U.S. university this summer!• Based just 15 minutes north of Downtown Baltimore (on the East Coast of the United States),the English Language Institute at Notre Dame of Maryland University provides an 8-week English language immersion summer camp for non-native English speaking adults and college-age students. We also offer our 8-week intensive English programs year-round as well as a TOEFL Test Preparation course.
• Full-time students study in class for 20 hours a week, and also work with classmates on projects outside of class and in the community. Part-time students have a variety of class options to fit their schedule.
• The English Language Institute summer program is an excellent course for international students from around the world who wish to improve their English language skills for academic and career advancement. We offer a wide range of modern facilities for our English students on our university campus.
Student Reviews:
"The program is very well built to learn and/or improve your English, the classes are interesting and the staff really helps you to reach your goal - whatever it is."
- Mark, Switzerland
"After learning English at the ELI, I have made big progress in English listening, speaking, reading and writing. My TOEFL score progressed from 490 to 567. The teachers here are very nice."
- Yaoping, China
8-week Summer English Language Program:
• Full-time & part-time options available
• Levels: High Beginner to Advanced Levels
Modules / Course Units include:
• Listening & Speaking
• Vocabulary
• Pronunciation
• Writing & Grammar
• Reading & Discussion
Further English Courses:
• Intensive, 5-week, TOEFL Test Preparation course
• Full-time & part-time options available
• Levels: High Beginner to Advanced Levels
Modules / Course Units include:
• Listening & Speaking
• Vocabulary
• Pronunciation
• Writing & Grammar
• Reading & Discussion
Further English Courses:
• Intensive, 5-week, TOEFL Test Preparation course
PAST Foundation
Courses / Programs
PAST is a non-profit educational and research team that puts together partnerships on compelling projects in Anthropology and makes the work available to students and the public through field schools, documentary film and interactive web access. Based in Columbus, Ohio, PAST started as a non-profit organization in 2000 founded by an international Board of Trustees who have devoted volumes of time to seeing that the mission of PAST is achievable. Working with the Board of Trustees are professionals from around the world. Added to our trustees and volunteer staff are a handful of research associates – the everyday archaeologists and research scientists who join with PAST to take their work to the public. Founded to promote partnerships between anthropologists and educators, PAST successfully initiated and implemented projects throughout the United States.
Summer School Programs with Field Study covering topics such as Cultural Landscapes; Cave Ecology; Urban Gardening & Distribution; Shipwrecks and Maritime Archaeology; Marine Ecosystems; Forensic Anthropology.
Kaplan International San Diego
Courses / Programs
• Kaplan International offers summer English programs in San Diego, California for teenagers between the ages of 14 and 18. • Kaplan International are world leaders in international education and have over 40 years experience in providing first-class international education with consistently high standards of teaching and student care.
• Our summer ESL programs for juniors in San Diego take place at our school in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego.
• Our summer English courses include 15 English classes per week, a full summer activity program plus excursions and homestay accommodation with an American host family.
• All of our Kaplan International English schools in the U.S. have ACCET accreditation (Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training).
Student Review:
"If I could use one word to describe my Kaplan Experience it would be “awesome”. I’ve met the best friends ever and also enjoyed a good mix of activities with professional teachers.”
- Alejandra, Venezuela (General English student)
Summer ESL programs for teenagers ages 14-18 which includes:
• 15 hours of English lessons per week for students with beginner, intermediate or advanced levels of English
• A full social activity program with excursions
• Homestay accommodation with an American host family
• 15 hours of English lessons per week for students with beginner, intermediate or advanced levels of English
• A full social activity program with excursions
• Homestay accommodation with an American host family