To register for classes please call us at (504) 280-7100.
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For an application click here.
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Algebra Summer Camp |
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Artistic Adventure: Art From Around The World |
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Basic Keyboarding |
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CSI - Curious Science Investigator |
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High School Career Planning and Assessment |
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Internet and Powerpoint |
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Jefferson Kids College |
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Mini College |
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Morning Exploration in the Arts |
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Space Quest |
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Standardized Test-Taking Skills for Children |
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Steal the Scene |
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Storybooks |
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Study Skills (Grades 3 - 6) |
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Study Skills (Grades 7 - 9) |
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Study Skills (Grades 10 - 12) |
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Write It Down! |
Can math be fun? You bet! We’re inviting students to come to UNO July 28 - August 1 to find out just how fun math can be. Our summer algebra program will provide enhancement and reinforcement of mathematics concepts in algebra. Inservice teachers will provide hands-on, cooperative learning opportunities for students. The students will work in small groups to investigate mathematical challenges that are appropriate to the development of algebraic thinking. The program is open to students who will be in
grades 7-10 in the fall. For information and registration please call Dr. Germain at (504) 280-6533.
- UNO Lakefront Campus
July 28 – August 1
Monday – Friday
1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $100
- UNO Lakefront Campus
We will take a guided tour of Classical and Contemporary worlds of Art. We'll travel to Italy to learn about the Renaissance manners of Drawing and make a Medieval Triptych. We'll visit Spain to make a mask for a different kind of Mardi Gras. We'll go to France to study painting like the Impressionists and the Cubists. We'll see some Monet's and Picassos! We'll jump over to Japan and learn about great printmakers; and make a block print book for our memoirs. Then, it's off to the South West USA to work in pottery. Jump on and join us in an art adventure that takes us around the world.
- UNO Jefferson Campus
Ages 8 - 13
July 14 - 18
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $160
- UNO Jefferson Campus
This class is designed to introduce students to the basic skills of keyboarding. Emphasis will be placed on learning the keyboard, as well as correct keystroking techniques. Speed, accuracy, and manual dexterity will be developed through intensive classroom drills. Topics include orientation and introduction to keyboarding, techniques; introduction to word processing; memory techniques; how to increase your speed and accuracy; and letter and word drills.
Grades 4 - 6
UNO Jefferson Campus
Section A: June 23 - 27
8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Fee: $100
UNO Jefferson Campus
Section B: July 14 - 18
8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Fee: $100
Grades 7 - 10
UNO Jefferson Campus
Section C: June 23 - 27
Noon - 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $100UNO Jefferson Campus
Section D: July 14 - 18
Noon - 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $100
Come and explore the world of science as a CSI agent. As a Curious Science Investigator you will explore and investigate crimes through hands-on activities. Step into UNO's Crime Lab and brush up on your forensic skills by solving problems through observations, investigating, experimentations, and drawing conclusions to many science inquiries. Put your thinking cap on...you'll be a master detective before you know it!
CHEMISTRY - You will have the opportunity to explore chemcial changes and reactions, physical changes, and polymor.
LIFE SCIENCE - Topics such as DNA, finger printing, handwriting analysis, ink testing, fiber and hair identity will be explored.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE - Activities will embrace topics such as static electricity, surface tension, sound and optics.
- Ages 8 - 13
UNO Jefferson Campus
June 23 - 27
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $160
- Ages 8 - 13
Not sure about your major and future career? You're not alone. Now is a great time to start looking at your options! When deciding on your potential field of study, you are wise to consider several factors. Job outlook, program length, potential salary, and location of positions are all issues to study at length. There are also many other subtle considerations such as unique gifts, talents, and what you enjoy doing and how this fits in with your values and life priorities. Choosing a career doesnt' mean you are stuck with it until you retire. In fact, most people eventually have between 3 and 5 careers in their lifetimes. So the REAL question you might ask yourself becomes, "What would I like my first career to be? What sorta of work might I enjoy doing for several years? Deciding on a major isn't something that happens to you. It's an active, personal process that's different for everyone. This four-session course can be the start of an exciting journey in helping you to choose a major and career path through utilizing various assessments, inventories, and activities. Upon completion of this course, appointmetns are available to discuss individually your plans with a career counselor.
- Grades 11 - 12
UNO Lakefront Campus
Section A: June 9 - 30
Mondays: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $100
- UNO Jefferson Campus
Section B: June 19 - July 10
Thursdays: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Fee: $100
- Grades 11 - 12
If you want to take advantage of the High School career planning services, including career assessment, but would feel more comfortable working with a career counselor on a one-on-one basis, we offer individual career testing and counseling. This individualized approach to career planning incorporates the same career tests and assignments used in the High School Career Planning Course. Appointments are availalbe to accomodate busy summer schedules.
Call the Career Counselor at 849-8000 for details.
Fee: $150
Want to use the Internet to help with school? Learn how to safely surf the net while practicing research skills. Then using PowerPoint software, learn to make a presentation you can be proud of. Fun for students, but useful for school, too! Students must have knowledge of Basic Keyboarding skills and simple word processing skills to enroll in the class. This course will also emphasize ways to surf the net safely.
- Grades 6 - 10
UNO Jefferson Campus
July 7 - 11
Noon - 3:00 p.m.
- Grades 6 - 10
Jefferson Kiddie College is for children ages 5-7. The program is June 9 -19, Monday - Thursday, from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. The fee of $100 covers all supplies. Every child is required to bring a snack each day. Children's literature and hands-on developmentally appropriate learning experiences are combined to excite and intrigue children 5-7 years of age. Each day brings with it a new literature-based unit, which is sure to build curiosity and wonder in the mind of a child. Books are read and discussed and followed by a variety of activities, such as art, cooking, math, science experiments, and dramatic play theater performed in small groups and centers. Children are encouraged to experiment, perform, create, and share knowledge with one another in a risk-free environment.
- Ages 5 - 7
June 9 - 19
Monday - Thursday
8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Fee: $100
- Ages 5 - 7
- Jefferson Kids College is for children ages 8 -13. Kids have the option of attending both the morning and afternoon sessions or just one of the sessions. If you will be attending all day you will need to bring a sack lunch with you.
Jefferson Kids College will be held at our UNO Jefferon Campus beginning June 9 - 19. The morning session of this two-week program will be from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday. The afternoon session will be from noon - 3:00 p.m. Children who will be staying all day will need to bring a sack lunch. Lunch will be from 11:30 a.m. - Noon.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Arts and Crafts
Let's work with paper and make some fun art or a decoupage box. You can make and take a picture frame, a special cup, or create something new. So save a shoebox and some odds and ends and we'll have some fun. The possibilities are endless.
Books for Beginners
Practicing using the writing process in a most colorful way. Choose from a broad spectrum of story starters designed to stimulate the senses and pique the imagination. Learn how to add description and character development as you develop the beginning, middle and ending of your creation. Each original masterpiece will be round and published in book form. You simply can't pass up this opportunity.
Calligraphy
Learn the art of beautiful handwriting. This course will feature the techniques and practices needed to learn the art of this old and established craft. Make your own invitations, create and design posters, and utilize this craft to your best advantage. Be the envy of your school when you use this form on your papers.
Compelling Computers
Come join the fun as we surf the web and search for fun things to do on the internet. We'll learn some cool things for home and school activities on your pc.
Creative Cartooning
Have fun with the funnies. Learn the art of cartooning as you create your own cartoon characters and design comic strips. Make political and editorial cartoons and take your first step into animation. Funnies are fun!
Mad Science
This fun class involves a potpourri of science activities. These hands-on lessons use household item to explore topics in chemistry, biology, physics, archeology, and geology. This class introduces the wide world of science to the curious child.
Math Magic
Math can be a blast! This course will offer hands-on activities as well as brain teasers in a setting that is non-threatening. All of the basics will be covered in a fun, non-competitive way using manipulatives.
Snap Shots
Learn to make your own scrapbook pages to preserve your memories for year after year. You'll discover fun and easy ways to design, organize, and display your photos and memorbilia using stickers, colored paper, die-cuts, decorative scissors, and templates. You will need to provide the memories; we'll take care of the rest. Students should bring some of their favorite snap shots to class to begin making their scrapbook right away.
What's for Breakfast?
This morning session will allow budding chefs to learn some yummy breakfast and brunch recipes. Bon appetit!
What's Cooking?
This afternoon session will offer some tasty cooking experiences. Add some spice to your day and sign up for this class. BAM!
Ages 8 - 13
UNO Jefferson Campus
June 9 - 19
Monday - Thursday
Morning Session 8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Afternoon Session Noon - 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $100 for any one session; $190 for all day program
Mini-College is a program that gives students a “preview” of what it is actually like to learn in a university setting. Courses are conducted in an informal setting so that students receive individual attention from instructors and are encouraged to participate.
Students enroll in two classes of their choice. Select one class from each time period and an alternate in case your first choice is full or canceled. The fee of $135 includes both classes.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Arts and Crafts
If you enjoy working with your hands, this class is for you. Do you like
to weave, make mobiles, paint, and create fun things to wear? Sign up
now because space is limited.
Cajun Biology
This course explores the marine life that is so important to our region. Come
explore the inner workings of shrimp, crawfish, squid, mussels, oysters, and even sharks. You will dissect, hypothesize, and have fun comparing the similarities and differences in marine life. Come on, and dive in!
Creative Cartooning
Have fun with the funnies. Learn the art of cartooning as you create your own
cartoon characters and design comic strips. Make political and editorial
cartoons and take your first step into animation. Funnies are fun!
Creative Dramatics
Come and have a blast while we explore improvisation, movement, music, and juggling. Learn all about acting and being on stage through creative group dynamic activities! This class is great for future actors or anyone who enjoys creative expression. Don’t miss out on all the FUN!
Get A Grip!
Grab your pencil and pad to sharpen your writing skills through
activities promoting the use of expressive verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. Use the writing process to create several published works including original fables, tall tales, persuasive paragraphs, and descriptive essays. Morning Exploration in the Arts
It’s a BIG World After All
Get ready to set sail for a trip around the world. Explore the geography, history, and culture of places you’ll love to visit. Step back in time with some fun projects, too. Bon Voyage
Kitchen Science
This fun class involves a potpourri of science activities. These hands-on
lessons use household items to explore topics in chemistry, biology, physics,
archeology, and geology. This class introduces the wide world of science to the curious child.
Lab Sciences
If you would like to learn more about the inquiry process and how to use the
scientific method to discover scientific phenomena, this class is for you! You’ll
explore the wonders of chemistry, physics, biology, and a host of other
scientific principles.
Math Your Way
Don’t be afraid. Math is really a fun activity if explored in a non-threatening
atmosphere. The basic concepts will be covered using manipulatives.
This course fosters a love of math.
Measure Up!
Weight + time + metrics sometimes equals confusion. Sum up all your
indifference with this hands-on, concrete approach to math. You’re
bound to measure up to mathematical success with this class.
Music Mania
Sounds good to me! Travel through a world of music and sail with the science of sound. Compose your own songs and create your own instruments. Take center stage with this fun and unique music class.
Numbermania
Join the fun as you explore the world of math. All the basics will be covered in a kid-friendly environment using learning games, brainteasers, and manipulatives. You can count on this class!
Picture Perfect
Learn to make your own scrapbook pages to preserve your memories
for year after year. You’ll discover fun and easy ways to design, organize,
and display your photos and memorabilia using stickers, colored papter, die-cuts, decorative tissue, and templates. You will need to provide the memories, and we’ll take care of the rest. This class will definitely make you smile.
Wonders Of Weather
Here’s your chance to become an amateur meteorologist and learn all about the wonders of weather. Learn how to predict the weather, build a homemade weather station, track a hurricane, and explore other weather phenomena.
- UNO Lakefront Campus
July 7- 18
Monday - Friday
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Fee: $135
- UNO Lakefront Campus
Combines experiences in all of the artistic disciplines.
Children will work with the visual arts, the performing arts, and the art of writing.
The art of writing will be explored through the creation of dramatic literature. Participants will perform a play and read their original poems for an audience. Participants will also write, edit and illustrate their own storybook.
Theater and creative movement will teach basic performance techniques, creative movement, rhythm, drumming and storytelling through dance. Students will rehearse and polish their original plays and dances in addition to learning the dances of various cultures.
Visual Arts will include set design, drawing, and painting. Participants will work with a variety of media and techniques
through individual and group projects.
Each participant will work in all creative activities throughout the morning from 9:00 a.m. - noon. At noon, participants who are staying for Mini-College will eat lunch, which will be supervised by teachers. Mini-College ends at 4:00 p.m. If your child is not staying for Mini-College you will need to pick him/her up at the conclusion of Morning Exploration in the Arts at noon.
- UNO Lakefront Campus
July 7 - 18
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - Noon
Fee: $135
- UNO Lakefront Campus
Now entering its 17th year! This award winning program will cover topics from high tech aeronautics to space flight. The program will offer many exciting and educational hands-on activities. Several field trips are planned so that students may have the chance to see first-hand what they have learned. The program is taught by informative guest speakers from NASA, and the Pontchartrain Astronomy Society, as well as outstanding educators. Students will receive many take-home materials such as commemorative T-shirts, caps, rockets, and educational handouts.
THE PROGRAM
The Space Shuttle
One of the major components of the U.S. Space Shuttle transportation system, the external fuel tank, is built right here in New Orleans. You’ll visit Lockheed
Martin and see how these huge tanks are constructed and assembled. You’ll also learn about the space shuttles’ missions and accomplishments, and how New Orleans plays a vital part in our nation’s space program.
The Solar System
Discover the facts about the solar system, the Milky Way galaxy, black holes,
quasars, and all the planets. Learn about and use the same tools professional
astronomers use when they explore the stars.
Science and History of Space Travel
What goes up must come down! From Kitty Hawk to the moon landing by the
crew of Apollo 11, you’ll uncover the history of flight and space travel. Through
exciting film footage, discussions, and hands-on activities, you will learn how
a plane flies, how air balloons stay in the air, and how a rocket is launched
into space.
Exploring Outer Space
Find out interesting facts about stars, planets, and other astronomical objects
such as meteors and meteorites as speakers give you insight on many of the fascinating aspects of space.
Physics in Space
Physicists will demonstrate to students the A, B and C’s of space with experiments and activities unique to astronomy.
Understanding the Weather
A local Meteorologist will visit Space Quest and discuss the unique weather
patterns that prevail in southern Louisiana. Also learn how satellites are
used in monitoring earth’s weather and how NASA relies on accurate weather
forecasts for its missions.
Solar Experiments
Students will visit the UNO observatory to participate with astronomy instructors in the observation of solar activities.
HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES
Space Quest 2008 includes several hands-on projects and experiments
that encourage students to apply what they have learned. Some of the
projects include:
Each student will construct a model rocket kit and launch it several times to study the concepts of propulsion and trajectory. A guest that is active with constructing and launching high-powered rockets that go beyond any heights you can imagine will visit Space Quest and talk about the variety of high powered rockets that exist.
Gliders
Each Space-Quester will build and fly a glider kit to demonstrate the laws
of aerodynamics.
Egg Drop
Space-Questers will compete in an egg-drop competition to gain an
understanding of the laws of gravity.
FIELD TRIPS
Space Quest 2008 will take several field trips so students can observe what they’ve learned and ask questions of practicing space scientists.
Lockheed Martin
Located in New Orleans East, Lockheed Martin is the NASA contractor that
designs, develops, and assembles the external fuel tank for the space shuttle
program. We will tour the facility and see just what it takes to get the shuttle
into space.
St. Charles Parish Library Planetarium
A new digital theater will give students a look at the world around us.
Stennis Space Center
Located in Mississippi, the Stennis Space Flight Center is where rocket booster
engines are tested. We will have the opportunity to tour the site and visit the
NASA Museum at Stennis.
Enrollment is limited. The course fee includes all activities, lectures, handouts,
accessories, and transportation to and from all field trips. In addition, all
participants will receive a UNO Space Quest T-shirt, a UNO Space Quest cap,
a glider kit, a model airplane kit, and a model rocket kit. All students will need
to provide a shoebox and newspapers to store all projects. Please bring a sack lunch daily.
- UNO Lakefront Campus
Section A: June 23 - 27
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $175
Section B: July 21 - 25
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $175
- UNO Lakefront Campus
This course will cover a variety of strategies to strengthen test-taking skills on standardized test in grades three through five and grades six through eight. Topics will include using context clues, improving comprehension, avoiding simple errors, managing time, and staying focused. Class excercises will concentrate on vocabulary, grammar and language usage, math concepts and math computation. Parents are encouraged to attend with their children.
- Grades 3 - 5
UNO Jefferson Campus
Section A: June 9 - 13
Monday - Friday
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $60
Grades 6 - 8
Section B: June 9 - 13
Monday - Friday
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Fee: $60
- Grades 3 - 5
Have you ever dreamed of being on the big screen and starring in the motion pictures, or would you like to act in the school play. Then you will not want to miss out on this new and exciting course. Steal the Scene is for both beginning and advanced actors. In this program you will work on pantomime, improvisation, auditioning, and storytelling. The program will conclude with a short performance utilizing the skills you have learned. Enrollment is limited so don’t hesitate sign up know.
Pantomime
The focus here is on expressive movement and object manipulation in scene work. Students will learn to use pantomime through space and object work.
Improvisation
The students will learn the art of improvisation- acting on their feet. By the end of the week, they will become more comfortable with thinking on their feet!
Auditioning
Students will learn how to prepare for an audition by learning about choosing the right monologue and cold reading skills.
Storytelling
Students will learn how to captivate an audience and enthrall them with a story or a joke. As a group and individual the students will learn story structure and create their own short play.
Characterization
Students will learn acting exercises to help them create a variety of detailed characters using body and voice. They will be introduced to acting techniques that actors use to help them create believable characters.
Short Play Performance
The class will culminate in a short performance created by the student actors
through improvisation and storytelling skills they have honed over the week.
Actors and actresses may need to bring some old clothes from home for costumes.
Each actor and actress will need to bring a lunch each day, there are no vending machines. Do not miss out on this great program.
Enrollment is limited.
- UNO Jefferson Campus
July 21 - 25
Ages 9 - 14
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fee: $160
- UNO Jefferson Campus
Children will be introduced to computers through this technology-based course, where they will learn how to write and illustrate original stories and poems. Basicy keyboarding skills, reading, writing, language and critical thinking will be incorporated into the curriculum through intergrated software. Beginners will learn the basics of story writing and advanced authors will develop their thoughts into compelling tales.
- Grades 1- 4
UNO Jefferson Campus
July 7 - 11
8:30 - 11:30 a.m.
- Grades 1- 4
Study Skills teaches students how to determine their best learning styles and how to use their strengths to enhance schoolwork. Exercises that help minimize text anxiety are covered. Students will learn organizational skills to use both in school and at home. To develop strong time managment skills, students work on schedules to balance their study hours with extracurricular activities and priorities.
Students are also taught a variety of long-term memory techniques for retaining information in areas such as vocabulary study or remembering lists in sequential order.
Strong note-taking skills are emphasized in the Study Skills courses. Students learn how to keep neat, organized notebooks as well as tips for taking good notes.
Study Skills uses survey questioning and review to teach students how to read a textbook for meaning.
Test-taking skills include tips for answering all types of questions. Exercises are completed in class to develop test taking abilities and to build confidence in assessment situations.
- UNO Jefferson Campus
Section A: June 0-16
Monday - Monday
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Fee: $95
- UNO Lakefront Campus
Section B: July 28 - August 1
Monday - Friday
8:00 - 9:50 a.m.
Fee: $95
Study Skills teaches students how to detemine their best learning styles and how to use their strengths to enhance schoolwork. Exercises that help minimize test anxiety are covered. Students will learn organizational skills to use both in school and at home. To develop strong time managment skills, students work on schedules to balance their study hours with extracurricular activitiies and priorities.
Students are also taught a variety of long-term memory techniques for retaining information in areas such as vocabulary study or remembering lists in sequential order.
Strong note-taking skills are emphasized in the Study Skills courses. Students learn how to keep neat, organized notebooks as well as tips for taking good notes.
Study Skills uses survey questioning and review to teach students how to read a textbook for meaning.
Test-taking skills include tips for answering all types of questions. Exercises are completed in class to develop test taking abilities and to build confidence in assessment situations.
- UNO Jefferson Campus
Section C: June 9-16
Monday - Monday
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Fee: $95
- UNO Lakefront Campus
Section D: July 28 - August 1
Monday - Friday
10:00 a.m. - 11:50 p.m.
Fee: $95
Study Skills teaches students how to detemine their best learning styles and how to use their strengths to enhance schoolwork. Exercises that help minimize test anxiety are covered. Students will learn organizational skills to use both in school and at home. To develop strong time managment skills, students work on schedules to balance their study hours with extracurricular activitiies and priorities.
Students are also taught a variety of long-term memory techniques for retaining information in areas such as vocabulary study or remembering lists in sequential order.
Strong note-taking skills are emphasized in the Study Skills courses. Students learn how to keep neat, organized notebooks as well as tips for taking good notes.
Study Skills uses survey questioning and review to teach students how to read a textbook for meaning.
Test-taking skills include tips for answering all types of questions. Exercises are completed in class to develop test taking abilities and to build confidence in assessment situations.
- UNO Jefferson Campus
Section E: June 9 - 16
Monday - Monday
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee: $95
- UNO Jefferson Campus
Need an outlet for that imagination? Ever thought about writing it down? This course is a great way for both beginner and advanced writers to explore the different areas and aspects of writing including playwriting, screenwriting, news reporting
- UNO Jefferson Campus