University of Richmond

Kaleidoscope

Program Information

Ready for a new and exciting experience this summer? Get set for a unique and challenging program while you enjoy a week at the University of Richmond in Kaleidoscope! Join high school students from all over the Richmond area as you immerse yourself in topics such as public speaking, visual arts, gaming strategies, or writing workshops. This week-long adventure will provide you with an opportunity to enjoy rewarding classes while exploring state-of-the-art facilities on the University of Richmond campus.

Students choose two different courses for the week by selecting one morning option and one afternoon option. Lunch is included each day in the Heilman Dining Center, along with a variety of afternoon recreational activities in the Weinstein Wellness Center and across campus.

Kaleidoscope students will arrive on campus at 9 a.m. and stay for the day until 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Morning classes are held 9-11 a.m. with a break for lunch 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Afternoon classes are held 12:30-2:30 p.m. A variety of recreational activities will be organized for Kaleidoscope students from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Course fee includes program books and materials, daily lunch, and afternoon activities.

Morning Course Options

Foolproof Writing. Need a foolproof formula to great writing? Students will focus on several types of academic writing in preparation for school-year essays, high school and college entrance essays, and SAT writing prompts. Most of the workshop will concentrate on pre-writing and planning, word choice, sentence structure, proofreading, and general writing quality. Students will discuss writing strategies based upon the audience who will read the finished piece. (Instructor: Barbara Paterson)

Get Ahead of the Game. Be a winner! Research shows that people who play games increase their IQ’s and do better in school. Come learn how to play and analyze games in order to figure out which strategies would work best to win the game. Gear up for some friendly competition in various mind games, word games, number games, and memory games that require both skill and a little bit of luck. (Instructor: Sherry Flournoy)

Imaginative Portraits. Create portraits with personality! Learn about the proportions of the human face as well as basic portrait drawing. During this course, students will study the work of photographer Annie Liebovitz and the paintings of Chuck Close and then apply these portrait techniques to their own works of art. (Instructor: Kathy Tanner)

Afternoon Course Options

Writers’ Workshop. Infuse your poetry and prose with personality! Students will take their writing to the next level by polishing and perfecting, using strategies involving word choice, sentence variety, tone, and voice. In order to understand the creative process, students will explicate poetry with special attention to figurative language and form. They will complete a portfolio of their own creations and works in progress, and learn how to appreciate each other’s creations in a congenial, casual atmosphere. (Instructor: Barbara Paterson)

Public Speaking. Come and conquer your stage fright! Learn what it takes to become an effective public speaker. Different exercises will help build students’ confidence levels in front of a crowd. Students will practice with material that is already familiar to them so that their focus will be on body language, eye contact, voice, tone, and adjusting to the audience. (Instructor: Jennifer Maitland)

Paper Cutting. Be on the cutting edge of art! Explore basic paper cutting and collage techniques. During this course, students will learn the history of paper cutting and its place in many cultures. Students will apply techniques learned to display their own cultural view of the world through the art of paper cutting. (Instructor: Kathy Tanner)

Details and Registration Information

  • Dates
    • July 20-24 / Monday-Friday (CRN: KAL309.01)
    • August 17-21 / Monday-Friday (CRN: KAL309.02)
  • Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
  • Location: Puryear Hall & Modlin Center
  • Fee: $500
    Course fee includes program books and materials, daily lunch, and afternoon activities.

Register early as space is limited in each class. For more information, contact Kaleidoscope Program Coordinator Jennifer Maitland at jmaitlan@richmond.edu or call our office at (804) 287-6302.