Fall/Spring Courses
Designed for high school students who are passionate about filmmaking and/or writing, and who may be interested in pursuing these disciplines at the college level.
⭐New this fall! Get a head start this fall with a new course designed for high school students focused on crafting compelling college essays and preparing you for success at the next level.
Costs/Early Registration Discount
In addition to the tuition, there is a $25 nonrefundable registration fee paid once per semester.
Writing
Noncredit
There is only one you! Bring your application to life by telling your story in a fresh, unique, and engaging way. Learn to stand out and to dig deep. Engage in lively brainstorming with your peers. Successfully draft, develop, and refine your essay. Throughout the process, receive feedback, guidance, and reassurance from an accomplished experienced instructor in a supportive atmosphere.
Dates: Saturday, September 13 - Saturday, November 1
Meeting Times: Sat @ 12:00 PM-02:00 PM in Fort Awesome 0142
Instructor: Geary, Erin
Type of Instruction: Traditional
Prereq:
Cost: $295
$25 discount for early registration, Purchase College matriculated students, employees, alumni, and Broadview Charter Members.
Filmmaking
Noncredit
This four-week precollege program is for high school students interested in writing, directing, editing, and acting in original movies, while learning the art of visual storytelling. Begin with shooting exercises that strengthen framing and composition skills. Learn how to tell a dramatic and visually interesting story by writing short scenes and then more complicated scripts. Develop and write scripts using professional scriptwriting software. Learn the art of storyboarding and previsualization, gaining comfort with lighting equipment and directing actors. Gain practice working on a set, creating collaboratively, and learn how to “crew.” Editing and advanced editing techniques are taught using a professional digital editing system. Students will explore their creative aspirations that will ultimately be expressed on screen. They may work on specific genres of their choice, such as fiction, documentary, or experimental. Instructors provide guidance on creating a “calling card film,” which can be useful in the college application process. (Gratuitous violence, use of guns, and/or offensive language are not permitted.) •Students must supply their own MiniDV, internal hard drive, or Flash memory digital camcorders. DVD and Flip camcorders are not recommended. (Bring your manuals too!) •Family and friends are invited to a screening of selected works from each student on the last day of the Institute.
Dates: Saturday, September 13 - Saturday, November 1
Meeting Times: Sat @ 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in Humanities 2033
Instructor: Merolle, Julia
Type of Instruction: Traditional
Prereq:
Cost: $495
$25 discount for early registration, Purchase College matriculated students, employees, alumni, and Broadview Charter Members.