Baylor’s
University for Young People
(UYP)
Catalog of Programs
Course Offerings
2009
NOTICE:
- Students entering the 4th grade in Fall 2009 have the option of attending one or both of the primary programs and/or taking courses on the Baylor campus.
- An automatic $20.00 registration fee will be assessed for each participant. This fee covers the cost of the registration process.
- Each UYP participant will receive the official UYP t-shirt for 2009.
- Supplies listed under individual courses are to be provided by the students.
- If you do not wish to receive the UYP catalog any longer, please inform the CCLE office by e-mailing to be removed from mailing list. Include UYP student’s full name and parent(s) name.
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Interdisciplinary Elementary Programs
(For students entering 1st – 4th grades)
NOTE: $20 registration fee will be automatically assessed per participant.
June 8-June 12
(Monday-Friday)
Time / Course Description / Cost8:30am-2:00pm
HillcrestProfessionalDevelopmentSchool
4225 Pine Avenue
Lead Teachers:
Tracy Cooper
Tammy Johnston
Amy McNamara
Bianca Ochoa / Creative Problem Solving Camp: Structures
You will use the creative problem solving process as you simulate the creation of a new city in a new environment, exploring the various structures that make a city work. Through this process, you will participate in expert groups exploring topics such as engineering, economics, political science, communications, and natural environments. Activities will culminate in a final presentation. Parents are welcome to attend and visit the new cityyou helped create.
Supplies: Daily sack lunch / $150.00
June 29-July 2
(Monday-Thursday)
Time / Course Description / Cost8:30am-2:00pm
Woodway
Elementary
325 Estates Drive
Lead Teachers:
Christe Hancock
Tammy Johnston
Gloria Lewis
Sarah McCormick
Amy McNamara / Perspectives
Explore the outdoor learning environment through various perspectives such as the arts, nutrition, botany, entomology, horticulture, technology, and culinary sciences. Produce natural dyes, harvest fruits and vegetables, analyze patterns in the natural world, and identify multiple locations using a GPS. Activities will culminate in a final product. Parents are welcome to attend the final showcase of your activities and products.
Supplies: Daily sack lunch / $150.00
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SESSION I
June 8-19
Grades 4 and 5
NOTE: $20 registration fee will be automatically assessed per participant.
Time / Course Description / Cost9:45-11:15
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 211 / It’s a Wonderful Life: Emilee Ashenfelter and Julie Emke
Ever wondered if plants can grow without seeds? Ever pondered how mold grows? Want to learn more about how animals survive in the wild? “It’s a Wonderful Life!” gives you the chance to investigate these interesting topics as well as other topics of your choice. You play a role in designing what you want to learn in this exciting, interesting, and, at times, icky life science class.
Supplies: steno flip notebooks, pencils, / $95
9:45-11:15
CashionAcademicCenter
Room 300 / “Cutting Edge” Crafts:Courtney Buck
Explore your creative side by designing and creating cool paper crafts! Make your own personalized journal and pen, handmade cards for all occasions, origami, mini scrapbook, and other gifts and crafts! Learn the latest crafting techniques using “cutting edge” equipment and go home with an arm load of gifts, and creations of which you will be proud.
Supplies: None / $95
9:45-11:15
HankamerSchool of Business
Room 102 / The Way Things Work:Dr. Mary Nied Phillips
Do you like to build models using Legos and K’NEX? If you do, this course is for you and other young engineers. Learn about and build basic simple machines, motorized machines, and robots as well as photosynthesis, chromosomes and DNA models--- all in a fun-filled, hands-on way. Plans are made to visit the MaybornMuseum to see the DaVinci exhibit.
Supplies:None / $95
11:30-1:00
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 215 / Arts of Asia:Ingrid Erickson
Explore Asian art forms including Chinese screen and scroll painting, Kamashibai (a form of Japanese storytelling using illustrated cards), fans, and kites. Create your own interpretations of these traditional art forms using your knowledge of the history and cultured context behind them, as well as your own artistic vision. We will focus on both art making and art history. The class will culminate in a performance to showcase what we have learned.
Supplies: None – Bring your ideas! / $95
11:30-1:00
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 200 / Entrepreneurs R Us: Paula Miller
Would you like to have your own business some day? Learn how to design a business plan. Develop and identify your consumer market. Your final product will be a brochure advertisement created electronically to inform the public of your new business.
Supplies:Imagination, if you have access to a digital camera you may bring it. / $90
11:30-1:00
HankamerSchool of Business
Room 102 / The Way Things Work:Dr. Mary Nied Phillips
Do you like to build models using Legos and K’NEX? If you do, this course is for you and other young engineers. Learn about and build basic simple machines, motorized machines, and robots as well as photosynthesis, chromosomes and DNA models--- all in a fun-filled, hands-on way. Plans are made to visit the MaybornMuseum to see the DaVinci exhibit.
Supplies: None / $95
1:15-2:45
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room121 / UYP Gazette:JoAnne Beaty
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! We are hiring journalists for the second edition of the UYP Gazette. If you are interested in writing your own article, conducting interviews, and being part of the second edition of our newspaper then this is the class for you! Qualifications include: a curious mind, an enjoyment of writing and a love for UYP! No experience necessary! Sign up today!
Supplies: Spiral notebook or flip pad / $95
1:15-2:45
HankamerSchool of Business
Room 102 / Puzzles, Games and Other Mind Stretching Activities:Dr. Mary Nied Phillips
OUTWIT! OUTTHINK! OUTPLAY! Challenge yourself and compete against others using a wide variety of different games and puzzles that will improve your strategy skills.
Supplies: None / $85
1:15-2:45
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 211 / It’s a Wonderful Life: Emilee Ashenfelter and Julie Emke
Ever wondered if plants can grow without seeds? Ever pondered how mold grows? Want to learn more about how animals survive in the wild? “It’s a Wonderful Life!” gives you the chance to investigate these interesting topics as well as other topics of your choice. You play a role in designing what you want to learn in this exciting, interesting, and, at times, icky life science class.
Supplies: steno flip notebooks, pencils, / $95
1:15-2:45
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 109 / Mathletes-Algebra Edition: Lindsey Stevens
Is there a way to make algebra fun? Yes! This course will teach you how to solve algebraic equations with ease. We will start simple using a hands-on approach to solving equations. By the end of this course, you will be an algebra wiz!
Supplies:spiral notebook, pen/pencil / $95
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SESSION I
June 8-19
Grades 6, 7, and 8
Time / Course Description / Cost9:45-11:15
Moody Basement Computer Lab G32 / Your Virtual Neighborhood: Creating Your Digital Self:Greg Ryan
Imagine and create your digital self! This class will introduce you to online virtual worlds and to learning online. While not a videogame, you will be introduced to an online three-dimensional world where you can create a digital self. You will learn to create buildings, clothes, digital sculptures, and vehicles for your digital selves, all in a collaborative environment.
Parents: The online environment does not allow adults to participate (except for teachers who have passed a background check), so it is a safe environment for students. The course will stress how to remain both safe and secure in online environments.
Supplies:email address / $95
9:45-11:15
Marrs McLean Gym
Room 116 / Leisure Time and FUN Activities:
Crystal Brewster
Come join the fun playing and learning new indoor and outdoor activities. We will learn lots of neat outdoor skills and have fun playing games…something new every day. No sitting around here – we willbe active the entire time!
Supplies: None / $85
9:45-11:15
MaryGibbsJonesFamily & ConsumerSciencesBuilding
Room 111 / Cooking with Cathy: Cathy Kincheloe
Come learn beginning cooking in the kitchen labs of Baylor. Each day is a new type of food such as quick breads, veggies, appetizers, cakes and all it takes to put a full meal together. Of course, someone has to taste all the wonderful food you have prepared!
Supplies: Apron if you have one / $95
11:30-1:00
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 211 / The UYPSchool of Robotics in Engineering: Jason Draper
Work with designing, experimenting with and adjusting instructions to bring to life robotic models just like the famous engineers, Bill Nye, Neil Armstrong and Leonardo Da Vinci. You will experiment with science and engineering as well as mathematics and technology, all in real-life activities and situations. Come join us as we launch into a world of challenges and creativity.
Supplies: Spiral Notebook, pen, pencil / $95
11:30-1:00
Moody Basement
Computer Lab
G32 / The DVDAcademy: Dikran Bullajian
Are you tired of looking at your digital pictures on your camera? Would you like to watch your home videos on your television instead of your computer? In this course, you’ll learn how to transform your digital pictures and videos into a Hollywood production. This course goes beyond the slideshow and movie-making skills. You will create a personalized DVD to take and play at home.
Supplies: Blank recordable DVD, flash drive or DVD for media storage, spiral notebook, pen/pencils / $95
11:30-1:00
CashionAcademicCenter
Room 300 / “Cutting Edge” Crafts: Courtney Buck
Explore your creative side by designing and creating cool paper crafts! Make your own personalized journal and pen, handmade cards for all occasions, origami, mini scrapbook, and other gifts and crafts! Learn the latest crafting techniques using “cutting edge” equipment and go home with an arm load of gifts, and creations of which you will be proud.
Supplies: None / $95
1:15-2:45
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 200 / The DVDAcademy: Dikran Bullajian
Are you tired of looking at your digital pictures on your camera? Would you like to watch your home videos on your television instead of your computer? In this course, you’ll learn how to transform your digital pictures and videos into a Hollywood production. This course goes beyond the slideshow and movie-making skills. You will create a personalized DVD to take and play at home.
Supplies: flash drive or DVD for media storage, spiral notebook, pen/pencils / $90
1:15-2:45
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 215 / Print Studio: Ingrid Erickson
Create your own printmaking portfolio. Learn a variety of printmaking techniques such as a collograph, glue prints and monoprints as well as how to label, sign, and prepare your work for exhibition. You will draw upon the history of printmaking to find inspiration for your own original artworks.
Supplies:None- Bring your ideas! / $95
1:15-2:45
CashionAcademicCenter
Room 300 / The Power of Poetry: Rachel Jenkins
What is poetry? Who decides which poems are powerful and which ones are rubbish? From sonnets to song lyrics, YOU will explore various forms of poetry, YOU will define poetry, YOU will evaluate the effectiveness of other poets, and YOU will submit your own poems for publication in Creative Kids Magazine!
Supplies: Notebook, pen/pencil / $90
1:15-2:45
CashionAcademicCenter
Room 302 / Eat This!: Tricia Fertsch
Do you love to eat? Have fun exploring and learning about healthy food choices and good eating habits. Discover tips and suggestions on how to replace “junk food” with yummy and smart alternatives. And what does a class about food really need? Food, of course!!! Compare local restaurant menus, create your own menus, and sample delicious foods from important food groups.
Supplies: None / $95
SESSION I
June 8-19
Grades 9, 10, 11, and 12
Time / Course Description / Cost9:45-11:15
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 215 / Personal Printmaking Portfolios:
Ingrid Erickson
Create a printmaking portfolio and several editions of your own work about a subject that is important to you. In this studio workshop you will learn a variety of traditional and modern printmaking. This course will culminate in an exhibition of your work.
Supplies:None-Bring your ideas! / $95
9:45-11:15
Carroll Science Hall
Room 101 / The UYP Book Club:Dr. Mona Choucair
Join Dr. Choucair to explore and dissect various young adult lit themes. Examine film clips and participate in lively discussions which highlight the novel’s themes and characters. We will do some creative projects as a result of our experience.
Supplies: pen/pencil, notebook / $95
9:45-11:15
BaylorScienceBuilding
Room A116 / Ants, Plants, & Coelacanths: Experimenting like a Scientist: Kristen Gaddie
How does a scientist think? Participate in activities to learn how scientists do their work. Then design and complete an experiment, record and interpret results, and create a poster to showyourfindings. Poster presentations will be held on the last day.
Supplies:spiral notebook, pen/pencil / $95
11:30-1:00
Hooper-SchaeferFineArtsCenter: Room 128 / Comedy Improv!: Dan Buck
Come and try your hand at comedy improv games like those seen on Whose Line Is It Anyway. You will be trained in the techniques and principles used by the professionals. As a result of this class, you will gain confidence, develop vital team-building skills, and become familiar with narrative structure and character development. The course will culminate in a Comedy Improv Show for your friends and family members!
Supplies:Paper, pen, and humility / $85
1:15-2:45
Moody Basement Computer Lab
G32 / Your Virtual Neighborhood: Creating Your Digital Self:Greg Ryan
Imagine and create your digital self! This class will introduce you to online virtual worlds and to learning online. While not a videogame, you will be introduced to an online three-dimensional world where you can create a digital self. You will learn to create buildings, clothes, digital sculptures, and vehicles for your digital selves, all in a collaborative environment.
Parents: The online environment does not allow adults to participate (except for teachers who have passed a background check), so it is a safe environment for students. The course will stress how to remain both safe and secure in online environments.
Supplies: email address / $95
1:15-2:45
MaryGibbsJonesFamily & ConsumerSciencesBuilding
Room 111 / Cooking with Cathy: Cathy Kincheloe
Come learn beginning cooking in the kitchen labs of Baylor. Each day is a new type of food such as quick breads, veggies, appetizers, cakes and all it takes to put a full meal together. Of course, someone has to taste all the wonderful food you have prepared!
Supplies: Apron if you have one / $95
1:15-2:45
Hooper-SchaeferFineArtsCenter: Room 128 / Exploring Films: Dan Buck
Do you love watching and talking about movies? Sign up for this class to take a journey through a collection of great American films! SEE comedy, drama, suspense and TALK about cinematography, directing, and screenwriting! After this course, you’ll know more about movies than most of your friends and maybe your parents.
Supplies: Paper, pen, and humility / $85
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SESSION II
June 22-July 2
Grades 4 and 5
Time / Course Description / Cost9:45-11:15
CashionAcademicCenter
Room 300 / Fables, Fairy Tales and Tall Tales, Oh Yes!: Tricia Fertsch
Fables, fairy tales, and tall tales, oh yes! These are favorites around the world. You will be delighted and entertained with some of literature’s best loved stories. The humor, warmth, and morals will be enhanced as you create story murals, posters and short skits. Come join the fun. “No entertainment is so cheap as reading, nor any pleasure so lasting.”
Supplies:Pencils / $90
9:45-11:15
HankamerSchool of Business
Room 102 / Let’s Go to the Movies!: Gail Olmstead
How would you like to watch movies as your job…and get paid too! You could be a movie critic. In this course we will analyze movies, and write, present, and review just like the professionals. Your review might even get published. We will also play games and have a battle between teams of movie trivia. Come, watch, listen, and learn.
Supplies:Pen/Pencil, Paper / $90
9:45-11:15
CashionAcademicCenter
Room 302 / CSI: Baylor:Tracy Cooper
You will learn the steps to solving mysteries using problem solving and forensic science. There will be opportunities to solve real mysteries using the skills that have been taught in the class. Join us and create your own mystery!
Supplies:spiral notebook / $95
9:45-11:15
Marrs McLean Gym
Room 116 / Leisure Time and FUN Activities:
Crystal Brewster
Come join the fun playing and learning new indoor and outdoor activities. We will learn lots of neat outdoor skills and have fun playing games…something new every day. No sitting around here – we will be active the entire time!
Supplies: None / $85
11:30-1:00
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 109 / Bead It: The Art of Accessorizing:
Amanda Chancey
Learn the tips and tricks of the pros to create your own high-quality, professional jewelry. At the end of the course, you come away with the skills to create your own necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. You will complete several projects including a final necklace/earrings project of your own design that you will be proud to wear or give away as gift.
Supplies:None / $95
11:30-1:00
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 200 / The DVDAcademy: Dikran Bullajian
Are you tired of looking at your digital pictures on your camera? Would you like to watch your home videos on your television instead of your computer? In this course, you’ll learn how to transform your digital pictures and videos into a Hollywood production. This course goes beyond the slideshow and movie-making skills. You will create a personalized DVD to take and play at home.
Supplies: flash drive or DVD for media storage, spiral notebook, pen/pencils / $90
11:30-1:00
CashionAcademicCenter
Room 302 / CSI: Baylor:Tracy Cooper
You will learn the steps to solving mysteries using problem solving and forensic science. There will be opportunities to solve real mysteries using the skills that have been taught in the class. Join us and create your own mystery!
Supplies:spiral notebook / $95
1:15-2:45
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 121 / UYP Gazette:Tracy Baker
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! We are hiring journalists for the second edition of the UYP Gazette. If you are interested in writing your own article, conducting interviews, and being part of the second edition of our newspaper then this is the class for you! Qualifications include: a curious mind, an enjoyment of writing and a love for UYP! No experience necessary! Sign up today!
Supplies: Spiral notebook or flip pad / $95
1:15-2:45
DraperAcademicBuilding
Room 215 / Green Art: Ingrid Erickson
Environmentally-conscious art is an important and growing field. In this class you will use recycled materials to solve a variety of sculptural and mixed media challenges. The course will culminate in an exhibit of your work.
Supplies:None – bring your ideas! / $95
1:15-2:45
HankamerSchool ofBusiness
Room 102 / A Stitch in Time:Gail Olmstead
Ready, Set, Sew! Come have fun learning the art of creative needlework. After mastering the basic stitches you will personalize and decorate your own embroidery design. Also discover the very beautiful needlework called smocking. You will be amazed at your new talent! With the knowledge acquired in this course, you’ll be able to customize and embellish your clothes, purses, just about anything. Leave the class with your own sewing kit and…endless possibilities!
Supplies: None / $95
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