Earlham Summer Programs is an immersive six day residential camp. Upon completion of the coursework, participants will earn one credit hour. Additional requirements:
Title: Nature of BirdsProfessor: Joshua Angell This course introduces the evolution, ecology, and identification of birds, with a special focus on Indiana species. You’ll combine interactive classroom learning with hands-on experiences, including field trips to Earlham Nature Reserve and lab work using specimens from the Joseph Moore Museum. By the end, you’ll understand bird diversity and conservation challenges while gaining practical skills in bird identification and field techniques.
Title: Medicine and MicroscopesProfessor: Peter Blair This course combines pre-health career advising with hands-on biomedical research, including molecular biology projects, microscope work, and potential cadaver access. You’ll meet local physicians, explore contemporary lab techniques, and gain practical insight into medical and health professions.
Title: Conflict ResolutionProfessor: Joanna Swanger Through interactive role-plays and discussions, you’ll explore diverse approaches to conflict resolution and practice nonviolent techniques. By the end, you’ll feel more self-assured in navigating disagreements and equipped with practical strategies for real-world situations.
Title: A Week at the MuseumProfessor: Ann-Eliza Lewis Discover how museums preserve and interpret art, objects, and specimens through hands-on work in collections and exhibit design. You’ll create tours or programs and complete a mini research project using real museum data, gaining practical experience in curation and public engagement.
Title: Encounter with the CosmosProfessor: Seth Hopper Explore the universe with robotic telescopes! This course blends short interactive lectures with hands-on web-based astronomy labs. You’ll capture images using remote telescopes, analyze real data to measure planets, stars, and galaxies, and uncover the structure of the cosmos while learning essential scientific techniques.
Title: Psychology of FoodProfessor: Maggie Thomas Discover the psychology behind what we eat! Through a mix of discussion, activities, and interactive lectures, you’ll explore how experiences shape food-related behaviors and examine research findings. By the end, you’ll gain insight into your own choices and the science behind them.
Title: MetalsmithingProfessor: Lauren Darrouzet Create jewelry that tells a story! In this hands-on course, you’ll explore how art and adornment communicate ideas while learning foundational metalsmithing techniques. From sawing and piercing to patinas and cold connections, you’ll design and craft a unique pendant that reflects your identity and concept, then share your work through critique and discussion.
Title: Chemistry of CookingProfessor: Lori Watson This course mixes short interactive lectures with hands-on experiments in the lab and kitchen, exploring what happens chemically when you boil an egg, make an emulsion, or taste sweet versus sour. You’ll apply real chemistry concepts to cooking, design creative projects, and gain practical skills that connect science to everyday life.
Title: Costume-CosplayProfessor: Mia Slayton This course introduces the art of costume design for theatre, film, and television, exploring how clothing shapes storytelling and character development. You’ll dive into historical and cultural influences while learning the creative principles that make costumes a powerful visual language.
Title: Fraud-Business-“The anatomy of Fraud”Professor: Ryan Hudgins Explore why people commit corruption, theft, and financial statement fraud, and analyze famous cases like Enron. You’ll investigate real company reports using SEC data, tackle ethical dilemmas, and learn how businesses prevent fraud through tools like blockchain and strong ethical cultures. The week ends with student presentations on recent fraud cases, giving you hands-on experience in research and critical thinking.
Title: Poetry and GamingProfessor: Dez Brown Fuse gaming with creative writing to tell powerful stories! In this course, you’ll play video games and use them as inspiration for poetry, exploring themes like love, grief, victory, and tough decisions. We’ll discuss assigned poems and games, write about our experiences, and consider what gaming reveals about social inequities and the world we live in.
Do you have any dietary restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, allergies or religious) restrictions?
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Do you have a need for financial aid?
Are you a 21st Century Scholar?
Are you eligible for free and reduced lunch?
