Community Learning. Program Guide. January March brocku.ca/community-learning brocku.ca/youth-university

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1 Community Learning Program Guide January March 2015 brocku.ca/community-learning brocku.ca/youth-university

2 Community Learning and Youth University Supporting lifelong learning in Niagara Programs offered January March 2015 Kids clubs 5 Holiday programs 7 March break camp Summer camp Courses for teens and adults 9 Family adventures 9 Conversation cafés Days of learning 11 School trips 13 What sets us apart 14 How to register 14 Calendar 15

3 Our programs are educational but they are also an escape, a time to be with others, to see ones self from a new perspective, and to have fun. We strike the perfect balance between the familiar and the new, the educational and the recreational, the entertaining and the thought-provoking, the challenging and the rewarding because what fun really, is one without the other.

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5 Kids clubs Our Kids clubs bring young people together around similar interests within a cooperative team atmosphere. Innovative activities are specially selected to strike the perfect balance between engaging and thought-provoking; between challenging and rewarding. Math club Challenge yourself, have fun, develop skills and improve confidence in math as a university student mentor leads the way! Session 1: Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2; Session 2: Jan. 13, 20, 27, Feb. 3; Session 3: Feb. 23, Mar. 2, 9, 23 $100 French club Make new friends as you share in French conversations and activities. You will want to show off your new skills when you get home and back to school. Grades 3 5: Jan. 7 to Feb. 11 $ Spa science Allow your mind, body, and spirit to be pampered as you explore the science of the spa. Discover the power of essential oils and natural ingredients while creating your personal line of products. Grades 3 5: Jan. 6 to Feb. 10 $150 Game design pro Young technophiles are invited to design their very own video game. Create levels that only you know how to beat! Grades 3 5: Jan. 6 to Feb. 10; Grades 6 8: Jan. 5 to Feb. 9 $150 Sr. web animation Join our working animation studio to create original computer-animated characters, and with the help of your mentor bring them to life! Grades 6 8: Jan. 6 to Feb. 10 $150 What to expect at kids club: Clubs are open to learners of every level Register online or over the phone (up to one week in advance) Programs led by university student mentors Programs run from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Located on the Brock University campus Read more, or register at brocku.ca/youthuniversity It was fun hanging around a bunch of kids that like science too. Lucas LeMoine, Youth participant 5

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7 Holiday programs March break camp Young people have the opportunity to delve into their current interests while discovering new ones too. Our small groups and individualized attention builds a sense of cooperation and belonging. This highly supportive community environment encourages kids to develop their strengths, face new challenges, build confidence and most importantly have fun! March 16 Egyptology Stop motion Robo tech March 17 Fashion diva designers Medical mysteries Robo tech theme park tycoon March 18 Marvels of magic Youth U-tube viral video Robo tech mega maze March 19 Art explorers Stop motion Robo tech extreme obstruction March 20 Amazing race Game design Advanced robotics programming What to expect for March break: $35/day Register for one day or all five (up to one week in advance) For youth in grades 3 to 8 Program runs from 9:00 to 4:00 p.m. Complimentary before and after care from 8:10 a.m. to 4:50 p.m. Located on the Brock University campus Summer camp Summer camp features over 50 unique programs from medical mysteries to spa science, and cartooning to robotics. We take full advantage of our unique facilities, including labs, small learning spaces, the Niagara escarpment, the challenge course and the Olympic-sized swimming pool. Keep an eye out for our new leadership program this summer for youth aged Gain valuable experience and develop key transferable skills while playing a key role in the delivery of our summer sessions. Registration will open in March Read more at brocku.ca/youthuniversity Youth University really makes kids feel special. Once we came to YU, I never looked back. I would recommend this camp to anyone. Theresa Frisby, YU parent 7

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9 Courses for teens and adults Our courses encourage learning in a friendly, safe and enjoyable community atmosphere. Come explore an area of interest, ignite a new passion, feed your sense of curiosity, and enjoy special time just for yourself or as a family. Spanish 101 Get ready for travel, an exchange, or your gap-year away or just impress your friends next time you are out for tacos! Have fun in an informal and conversational setting. No experience needed. Jan. 13 to Feb. 17 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $150 Social media mashup Social media is changing the world and how people and organizations communicate, connect and engage. Learn how the power of facebook, twitter, instagram and linkedin can transform and amplify personal and professional relationships. Jan. 26 to Feb. 9 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. $100 Artist studio Are you creative or wished you could explore that side of you? Experiment with new ways to express your artistic side through writing, drawing, photography and more. Each week will focus on a new talent and will encourage you to express your inner artist. Jan. 26 to Mar. 1 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $150 Your digital edge Through the use of the latest web tools you will create a stunning digital portfolio to expand and enhance your e-portfolio. Come learn how to best present your work both in person and online. Jan. 13 to Feb. 17 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. $150 What to expect for courses and adventures: Open to all learners Located on the Brock University campus Register online or over the phone (up to one week in advance) Family adventures Extreme science family adventure Experiment with scaled-down natural disasters including tornadoes, volcanoes, and earthquakes. Use chemistry, biology and physics to learn about the natural wonders of the world and create some of your own. February 28 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. $5 Robo tech: vehicle challenge family adventure Your family will compete to design and build the fastest, strongest, smallest, largest, lightest, heaviest, most maneuverable, most durable, and coolest Lego NXT robot vehicle to accomplish a variety of tasks. March 21 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. $5 We are so fortunate to have educational opportunities like this available in Niagara. Parent Read more or register at brocku.ca/youthuniversity 9

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11 Conversation cafés Conversation cafés are facilitated discussions exploring 21 st century questions with no easy answers. Everyone is welcome; come participate in this thought-provoking and innovative learning environment or feel free to just listen-in as well. Anxiety: the disease of the 21 st century? Tuesday Feb. 10 What to expect at a Café: It s free! Everyone is welcome There is no need to register Conversations take place Tuesdays at Maytay Café (downtown St. Catharines) from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. When is the best time of your life? Tuesday Feb. 17 What are you willing to struggle for? Tuesday Feb. 24 Is it always good to be different? Tuesday Mar. 3 Are we losing patience? Tuesday Mar. 10 In a world of fast-paced change what should remain the same? Tuesday Mar. 17 What does pride mean, and what purpose does it serve? Tuesday Mar Days of learning Our 100 Days of learning initiative raises awareness of the many and varied low-cost (or free!) learning experiences available within the Niagara community. Follow facebook.com/brockcommunitylearning for a daily learning update! Read more at brocku.ca/communitylearning Very inspiring to listen to the many different perspectives the conversation was thrilling. Mark 11

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13 School trips In our one, two and three-day school trip experiences small groups of young people work with university student mentors to discover new interests, develop transferable skills, and see themselves in a post-secondary setting. Youth find they flourish in such a safe and supportive environment, they begin to dream about the future and see themselves attending post-secondary one day. Students and teachers have the chance to choose from over 50 classes in streams of: Leadership Business and innovation Science Social science Humanities Culminate your trip to our beautiful campus by climbing at our rock climbing tower or high ropes challenge course. Your trip could include: Residence accommodations All you can eat buffet meals Subject classes Post-secondary awareness classes Evening recreation events Full instruction Adventures to popular Niagara attractions Read more about our year-round trip options at brocku.ca/youthuniversity or call x3120 Of all the field trips I ve taken in my 18 years of teaching I ve never had so much fun with my students. The modules, games, the team building activities, our historical tour have been simply fabulous. I d return in a heartbeat! Paul Legace, St. Elizabeth Seaton 13

14 What sets us apart Our goals Our programs are designed for 21 st century readiness. Specifically we focus on empowering each unique individual, building a sense of community, developing key transferable skills, and igniting curiosity for lifelong learning. We empower people to grow and realize their full potential for themselves, and the communities they are part of. Our programs strike the perfect balance between the familiar and the new, the educational and the recreational, the entertaining and the thought-provoking, the challenging and the rewarding because what fun really, is one without the other! Instructors Along with their ability to build community, our staff are selected for their contagious enthusiasm, their sense of humor, their desire to make a difference, and of course their expertise. We will make sure you are having a great time, while also bringing subjects to life in ways you d never expect and will never forget. How to register You will want to register early as clubs and courses have limited spots available. Registration will close one week prior to the start of each session. You can register for clubs and courses online at brocku.ca/youth-university. For Family Adventures we are happy to register you by phone at x3120. No registration needed for conversation cafés. We look forward to see you learning with us soon. 14

15 Calendar Mondays, Jan. 5 to Feb. 9 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sr. Game design pro (grades 6 8) Tuesdays, Jan. 6 to Feb. 10 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Jr. Game design pro (grades 3 5) Tuesdays, Jan. 6 to Feb. 10 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Spa science (grades 3 5) Tuesdays, Jan. 6 to Feb. 10 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sr. Web animation (grades 6 8) Wednesdays, Jan. 7 to Feb. 11; 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. French club (grades 3 5) Mondays, Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2; 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Math club session 1 Tuesdays, Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb. 3; 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Math club session 2 Tuesdays, Jan. 13 to Feb. 17 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Spanish 101 Tuesdays, Jan. 13 to Feb. 17 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Your digital edge Mondays, Jan. 26 to Feb. 9 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Social media mashup Mondays, Jan. 26 to Mar. 2; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Artist studio Tuesday Feb. 10 7:00 to 8:30 p.m Conversation café Anxiety: the disease of the 21 st century? Mahtay Café Tuesday Feb. 17 7:00 to 8:30 p.m Conversation café When is the best time of your life? Mahtay Café Saturday Feb. 21 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Extreme science family adventure Mondays, Feb. 23, Mar. 2, 9, 23 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Math club session 3 Tuesday Feb. 24 7:00 to 8:30 p.m Conversation café What are you willing to struggle for? Mahtay Café Tuesday Mar. 3 7:00 to 8:30 p.m Conversation café Is it always good to be different? Mahtay Café Saturday Mar. 7 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Robo tech: vehicle challenge family adventure Tuesday Mar. 10 7:00 to 8:30 p.m Conversation café Are we losing patience? Mahtay Café March 16 to March 20 March break holiday camp Tuesday Mar. 17 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Conversation café In a world of fast-paced change what should remain the same? Mahtay Café Tuesday Mar. 24 7:00 to 8:30 p.m Conversation café What does pride mean, and what purpose does it serve? Mahtay Café 15

16 Community Learning 500 Glenridge Ave. St. Catharines, ON L2S 3A x3120 brocku.ca/community-learning brocku.ca/youth-university