An extension of the highly popular summer programs, these courses give students the opportunity to pursue their interests and passions during the school year. Tuition includes the cost of supplies.

Program Schedule
All Spring 2010 YouthPrograms meet on Saturdays, 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m., Feb. 20–May 8. There are no classes on Mar. 27 and April 3.

About the Instructors
How to Register

Costs
In addition to the tuition, there is a $25 nonrefundable registration fee paid once per semester.

* NOTE: All Youth Programs this Spring have been CANCELLED due to low enrollment *

Creative Writing – Youth
Study three powerful genres: poetry, short fiction, and the essay. Participate in a variety of writing exercises covering such topics as voice, character, and narrative. Critique and revise your work under the guidance of an accomplished instructor. Discover and develop your innate gifts and talents.
Ages 8–10:
YTH9164.10 / $599
YTH9164.11 / $575 (children of Purchase College employees and alumni, or second registered child)
Ages 11–13:
YTH9165.10 / $599
YTH9165.11 / $575 (children of Purchase College employees and alumni, or second registered child)
Instructor: To be announced
Sat., 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Feb. 20–May 8 (10 sessions)
Humanities Bldg., Room 2070

Visual Arts – Youth
Create a new art project every week! Use drawing and painting, sculpture, collage, and crafts to discover and express your creativity. Participate in numerous art-making activities that may include working with fibers, printmaking, or collage. Take your creation home each week to show your friends and family!
Ages 6–9:
YTH9188.10 / $599
YTH9188.11 / $575 (children of Purchase College employees and alumni, or second registered child)
Ages 10–13:
YTH9189.10 / $599
YTH9189.11 / $575 (children of Purchase College employees and alumni, or second registered child)
Instructor: Quincy Egginton
Sat., 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Feb. 20–May 8 (10 sessions)
Visual Arts Bldg., Room 1021

Photography – Youth
Learn the art and science of photography using digital cameras. Understand how to select and frame subject matter from campus locations and home communities. Convert everyday scenes into works of art. Learn what visually makes a good photograph and how to transform that vision onto paper. Students must supply their own digital cameras.
Ages 6–9:
YTH9243.10 / $599
YTH9243.11 / $575 (children of Purchase College employees and alumni, or second registered child)
Ages 10–13:
YTH9244.10 / $599
YTH9244.11 / $575 (children of Purchase College employees and alumni, or second registered child)
Instructor: Erika Nusser
Sat., 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Feb. 20–May 8 (10 sessions)
Visual Arts Bldg., Room 0031 (ages 6–9) and Room 0012 (ages 10–13)

Filmmaking – Youth
Write, direct, edit, and act in original movies, while learning the art of visual storytelling. Learn how to tell a story through images. Gain comfort with a digital video camera while developing strong plot lines, building shot compositions, directing actors, practicing set etiquette, and editing. Students must supply their own MiniDV digital camcorders; DVD camcorders are not recommended.
Ages 9–13:
YTH9535.10 / $599
YTH9535.11 / $575 (children of Purchase College employees and alumni, or second registered child)
Instructor: Nicholas D’Agostino
Sat., 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Feb. 20–May 8 (10 sessions)
Library, Room 0007W

About the Instructors

Nicholas D’Agostino was an instructor for the Summer 2009 Precollege Filmmaking Institute at Purchase College. A Purchase College graduate, he has a wealth of experience in filmmaking and directing, including stop animation.

Quincy Egginton was the lead instructor for the Summer 2009 Young Artists Program at Purchase College. She is a Syracuse University graduate with an M.Ed. and Ed.D. in drawing, painting, and printing from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a New York State Teaching Certificate. She has extensive teaching experience.

Erika Nusser was an instructor for the Summer 2009 Precollege Photography Institute at Purchase College. A SUNY New Paltz graduate with an M.F.A. in photography from Parsons, she has agency, magazine, gallery, and teaching experience.

Updated February 15, 2010