If you've ever wanted to experience college life while still in high school, then Hanover's Summer Academy program may be the perfect opportunity. Our respected professors teach a wide range of subjects that will help engage and expand your interests as well as deepen your knowledge of a topic.
Acting Institute: Intensive Workshop ($500)
Join theater professor Jim Stark as you develop two new audition pieces, and participate in sketches and short scenes. You'll learn techniques for voice, improvisation, text analysis and relaxation.
Education Institute ($500)
Did you ever wonder what it is like to be a teacher? Find out answers to your questions at this year’s teacher institute with education professor Jonathan Dee. Through workshops, field experiences, seminars, lectures and projects, you'll come to understand the joys, demands, skills and dedication of what it takes to be a 21st-century educator. Beyond field experience out in the community and across the campus, you'll have the opportunity to create and teach your own lessons. If you think you might want to be a teacher one day or would like an opportunity to collaborate with your fellow student, this institute is it.
Environmental Science Institute ($500)
Spend a week exploring the ecology of southeastern Indiana with biology professor Darrin Rubino. Carved by the ice ages, with rolling hills, forested bluffs, dramatic ravines and the Ohio River Valley, southeastern Indiana is one of the most biologically diverse and geologically interesting areas of the state. You will be able to assess the environmental quality of our local creeks and streams, investigate climate using tree ring analysis, learn to identify our local flora, fauna and have a great experience doing so at our Environmental Education Center and the campus' state-of-the-art laboratories. You'll also travel to local forests, including an old growth forest. Using the tools of modern science to study the natural world, the week will culminate in a science scholars’ symposium where you'll have the opportunity to present your findings.
Forensic Science Institute ($600)
Using modern scientific techniques and the resources of the Science Division at Hanover College, you'll work with chemistry professor Craig Philipp examining blood, bones and trace evidence to try and determine the "who, what, when, where, why and how" of a simulated crime.
Health Science Institute ($500)
How do we save the patient? What are the vital signs? Do we need to draw blood? Can we get a blood culture? Working alongside medical professionals and Hanover's faculty, you'll explore health care careers and education using a state-of-the-art human patient simulator (robot). You'll try to diagnose and then treat the patient before it is too late! This interactive experience will allow you to work as part of a healthcare team to see how medical care is carried out, in both clinical and laboratory settings, as well as explore the range of health care careers in demand now and in the future. Health care professionals will also share their expertise and experiences during the institute.
Pre-Law Institute ($500)
If the idea of battling it out in the courtroom appeals to you, then join Professor Bill Bettler and Hanover graduate Jeremy Castle for the Pre-Law Institute. In addition to learning about the American legal system, you'll gain insight into the kinds of critical thinking, reading and writing skills that law school requires, as well as how the admission process works. Throughout the week, you will have the chance to learn about the American political system, explore the way judges make decisions, read and debate real Supreme Court cases, and interact with law students and practicing attorneys. If you think law school may be in your future or if you're just curious about the American legal system, then this is the Institute for you!
Psychology of Media Institute ($500)
Media — computers, television, movies, music, books, etc. — permeate almost every aspect of our lives. Focusing on movies as our primary examples, you'll explore along side of psychology professor Skip Dine Young what makes media so entertaining and so powerful. You'll learn how the images and stories found in media influence thought and behavior, as well as consider how they become part of our understanding of who we are as individuals and as a society.
Web Design Institute ($500)
Learn how to create websites like a pro from Hanover's Web Development Specialist Ben Stilson and Director of Web Communications Joe Lackner. You'll learn to use cutting-edge web technologies like HTML 5, CSS 3 and Javascript to build your own website as well as gain an understanding of user experience and visual design best practices, content organization and designing for mobile devices.
Will I stay on campus?
Yes, in one of Hanover's air-conditioned dorms, with meals served in the Campus Center dining room or provided on field trips.
What does the program cost?
The cost for each Institute is $500, except the Forensic Science Institute which is $600. This includes housing, meals and supplies.
Where is the Academy?
The Academy will take place at Hanover College in southeastern Indiana.
Is there an application deadline?
The deadline to apply is June 1st.
For more information email: summeracademy@hanover.edu.