Splash Fall 2015
Course Catalog

Do you like screaming? Does the idea of sleeping on a strangers floor appeal to you? Do you want to play music but have no musical talent whatsoever? If you answered yes to any of these questions you should probably be in a punk band. And if you want to be in a punk band you should probably take this class.

In this course students will learn the foundations of improv through group activities and learn outside uses of the art. IMPROV GAMES WOO!

Have you ever seen Wallace and Gromit? Or perhaps Gumby? What about The Nightmare Before Christmas? These three animated works were all made using a process called "Claymation" or animation using clay. In this class we will learn a bit about how Claymation works, and then make our own short Claymation videos! Come ready to be creative and have fun!

Come learn how to swing dance! We will be learning the basics of East Coast Swing, a partner dance that is traditionally set to jazz songs, but many modern songs are swing-able also!
"But I have two left feet!" you cry. Nonsense! Even you, hypothetical person, can learn the simple dance known and loved by many.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring water!

Interested in improv? New to it or experienced? Come to Intro To Improv! It will be laid back, and everyone will be able to participate who wants to. Instructions will be easy to follow, and it will be fun for everyone!

This will be an interactive class that combines storytelling and psychology. We read a story together and then learn how to break down the story into different prompts. Each prompt will help you to create your own story to share with the class. Then we will learn how psychologists dissect stories to find out about the personality of the author.

Do you love history? Do you love Musical Theatre?? Well now you can have the best of both worlds! In this class we will forget all you know about American History and learn it through Musicals! We will start in 1775 and continue to modern day.

Want to write book? Is the author in you dying to come out? Come on down to my class and we can discuss brainstorming, the writing process, and learn how to take constructive criticism. Manuscripts appreciated but not needed.

Want to write book? Is the author in you dying to come out? Come on down to my class and we can discuss brainstorming, the writing process, and learn how to take constructive criticism. Manuscripts appreciated but not needed.

From Frozen to Spirited Away, people from all over the world of all ages have fallen in love with animation. Learn the origins of animation, the geniuses of the medium like Hayao Miyazaki and John Lasseter, and the production process behind your favorite classics.

Come take part in a tradition hundreds of years old and learn the steps of traditional Scottish Highland dancing. Originally used as a war ritual by Highland men, Highland dancing has evolved into a strong and beautiful art form that is both a lot of fun and a good workout. In this class, we will look at some examples of different types of dances and learn the steps to the traditional song Keel Row. This will be easier for those with dance experience but all are more than welcome!

Come join members of Clark University's very own Salsa Encendida, a Latin performance group, and the basic steps that all of salsa dancing is grounded in. No dance background is required, but having a background in dance will likely help you with the steps along the way. So, come and join Salsa Encendida for nearly two hours of dance, music, and fun!

Do you want to nail your next audition? Do you want to learn how to portray a character according to acting techniques like the Stanislavski Method? Then this is the class for you. In this class, students will be focussing in on one monologue, provided at the beginning of class and go from cold reading to feeling and becoming the character.

Come learn about the masks and masquerades of Africa! We shall travel from Sierra Leone to the Congo and places in between. After seeing examples, you will be able to make your own mask!

Come listen to Olivia Frances discuss the Nashville songwriting process and perform various original tunes! Olivia has been writing since she was 12-years-old and after spending her gap year in Music City at 19, she has a lot to share. Olivia will explain what writing techniques make the great songs great by using examples of popular songs from different eras. In addition, she'll be playing several of her own originals. Wisdom shines through her folky pop-country musical creations. You'll be singing along in no time and you'll never listen to music the same way again!

Come listen to Olivia Frances discuss the Nashville songwriting process and perform various original tunes! Olivia has been writing since she was 12-years-old and after spending her gap year in Music City at 19, she has a lot to share. Olivia will explain what writing techniques make the great songs great by using examples of popular songs from different eras. In addition, she'll be playing several of her own originals. Wisdom shines through her folky pop-country musical creations. You'll be singing along in no time and you'll never listen to music the same way again!

Expressing body positivity through art! Come to this class to create personalized works of art that represent you and have safe discussions about self love!

Everyone has a story to tell, everyone has their own identity, and everyone has their own unique voice. Come find inspiration to speak out and find your voice through spoken word poetry. Learn helpful skills and tips for crafting your own poems, and thrive in a creative space where you have the freedom to write and present on anything you want.

How to train your ear to identify cool patterns in music! Super helpful for mastering solo's, learning a song by ear, writing your own songs and much much more!

In this class we`ll deduce how to produce! This will be a basic intro to music production software (Logic). You will learn which sources to look at for and more in depth information about production. Just come if y`all interested.

Come create an abstract painting based off Pollock's style. After learning about Pollock and the idea behind his style. We will be dripping paint across a canvas and using marbles to imitate movement. As a class we will be creating a giant piece of art together to show off to the Splash and Clark communities. This class is great for anyone who wants to make a mess in a creative way!

Do you like to perform? Do you like theater? Or do you just like to laugh? We do too! This class will be devoted entirely to theater games and beginners improvisation. We will be moving around for the entire class. No experience is necessary, just the willingness to have some fun! This class will be taught by current member's of Shenanigans! and The Peapod Squad, Clark University's improv troupes.

Do you want to nail your next audition? Do you want to learn how to portray a character according to acting techniques like the Stanislavski Method? Then this is the class for you. In this class, students will be focussing in on one monologue, provided at the beginning of class and go from cold reading to feeling and becoming the character.

We plan to explore the genre of hip-hop, going back through the origins, how hip-hop has changed, and examine the culture of hip-hop. We will be playing music examples and some select videos that pertain to hip-hop in general.

Knitting is a great way to make cheap presents, cozy things, and an overall awesome way to releive stress. In this class you will learn the basics of knitting, and start your very own project to take home!

Who really discovered America? Did George Washington really chop down a cherry tree? How tall was Napoleon? This course will look at the many historical misconceptions commonly accepted as fact in historical education today. We will explore how to critically examine a historical education, and go through a historical timeline while setting straight some of the most famous errors history textbooks today still present as fact. We will be looking at the ways in which you as a student can examine your own education and criticize the black and white way textbooks present a history that is comprised of many colors.

Have you ever wondered why the Wicked Witch of the West's face is green? Why do witches fly on brooms and wear pointed hats? Why are black cats and cauldrons associated with witchcraft? In this course we will examine the history of witchcraft, from its most basic roots, through the European witch craze and the Inquisition's persecution of thousands of innocent lives, to the modern day understanding of witchcraft and the various hollywood adaptations that have led to our classical, stereotypical witch with her cat and her broom. We will look at the Salem Witch Trials to understand how this was not a phenomenon specific to Europe, but took place in America as well, and we will talk about what creates an environment conducive to a "witch hunt". This class will not be entirely lecture based, as we will play a few games and have discussions about the topics we are going to cover. This is not a history often examined in its entirety in textbooks or school's curriculum, but it is an incredibly important topic, and a very rich history, that deserves attention and comprehension, and through this class students will hopefully become a little more aware of the stereotypes around them, and how history becomes hollywood, and fact become legend

Have you ever wanted to know if someone is lying to you but you just couldn't tell? Maybe you want to learn the qualities of a good liar for your own reasons? Or maybe you're just curious about the world of lying in general? If so, then this class is for you! In How to Catch a Liar, we'll watch enthralling clips showcasing expert liars in the act, put your skills to the test when there's been a murder, and reveal some behind-the-scenes action on what goes on in your head while lying. You won't be disappointed! (And that's no lie)

Have you ever wanted to know if someone is lying to you but you just couldn't tell? Maybe you want to learn the qualities of a good liar for your own reasons? Or maybe you're just curious about the world of lying in general? If so, then this class is for you! In How to Catch a Liar, we'll watch enthralling clips showcasing expert liars in the act, put your skills to the test when there's been a murder, and reveal some behind-the-scenes action on what goes on in your head while lying. You won't be disappointed! (And that's no lie)

Come join this class and understand the line between fiction and reality and how satire can change your view of the world. Based on time we will be focusing on Vonnegut's fictional work, Slaughterhouse Five, the reality of World War II and their relationship.

Explore the Greek Underworld- the realm of Hades. Learn about the geography, the inhabitants, the legends, and why, once you're there, you can (almost) never get back out.

Interested in Greek or Roman Mythology? Like the Percy Jackson series? Want to hear more about Heroes of old? Come have a chat about Greek and Roman demigods, and the cool stuff they did.

What's a Trickster, and why are they important? Mythologies and folklore across the world have characters classified as Tricksters- beings or deities that break conventions, defy norms, and cause trouble. Who are they, and why- despite the chaos they cause- do they remain a critical part of cultural identities?

One poem can change the world! In this fun and creative class we will explore how the words we use everyday can be made into art. Slam poetry is a free poetry style that allows anyone to make themselves heard, have fun and even start a movement. We will learn about current social issues and language tools. Then, we will combine them to create awesome poems that can be used as weapons for change! All you need is paper and pencil!

What is the United States Congress and what is it about? More importantly how does where it come from and how it was made effect us and the campaigns of of the representatives and senators in congress now?
With this course we will be looking at the founding and theory behind the United States Congress and how representational dynamics within congress play into behavior of and the elections of those representatives.

For the bast few decades there have been minor party shifts in alignment of political views; this is a "normal" facet of politics and the change of public sentiment over time. However, in the United States during the past decade we have seen MASSIVE shifts in party alignment and a HUGE chasm of a gap separating the two parties. It seems like there is nothing they can agree on!
Why is this?! What is Political Polarization?! Why is it so important?! and does it really exist...?
In This course we will explore the debate of political polarization and party politics in the United States and try and make some sense of this madness!

Even from the times of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle people have been philosophizing about the deeper meaning of government: what is the perfect society? why do we have governments? what is citizenship? what is the state of nature and what is our natural state? what motivates people do do what they do? how do we control the masses...?
In this course we will be going over some brief descriptions of the major western political philosophers from Socrates to John Lock and Rousseau.

This course is not for the feint of heart, we are going to be dealing with some heavy stuff. BUT! Very important and potentially life changing stuff! Any Politically minded individual should TOTALLY take this course as it will answer some of the biggest questions we have ever had to ask about government and ourselves... or will it...? dun dun dun...

Ever had any question at all about the Second World War? Well this is the class for you!! Come on in, and I will be more than happy to answer any and all questions, or just to talk about as much as we can fit within the class time. I will be starting from a few years before the war began until the very last day when Japan surrendered. So come on down if you ever wanted to learn more about World War 2!

Learn about major world issues and how to take steps to make a difference!

Have you ever thought about the criminal procedures of the United States? Have you wondered if life is really like Law and Order? WELL NOT REALLY.Come take a look as we dive into the procedures of criminal law and how it REALLY goes down. We will talk about the processes of arrest, actual court interactions, and finally TRIAL or how most cases don't even go to trial. We will dive into these conversations, your curiosities, and even talk about the death penalty- a rather complicated process.

Anyone can be involved in bringing change to their community. Voting is just one way you can make a difference, but this class will give you tools to effectively fight for what you believe in. Learn the basics of community engagement and get ready to get involved.

Anyone can be involved in bringing change to their community. Voting is just one way you can make a difference, but this class will give you tools to effectively fight for what you believe in. Learn the basics of community engagement and get ready to getting involved.

We will examine what power is, the women who have power, and how we can empower a young generation of powerful women!

Ever wondered why you find a particular tune so catchy or why you react so strongly to music? This class will teach you the psychology behind the experience of listening to music! Using the psychology of sound and emotions, this class show you whats going on in your brain while have your headphones on.

This fun, interactive class will outline how people can become more comfortable and confident in themselves and their identities. Students will be asked to express themselves through poems and/or drawings of some kind.

Ever wondered how contemporary politics work? Join this class to have a discussion with fellow students on politics, religious, beliefs, capitalism, and radical alternatives to the current political structure.

Ever wonder why you almost hear about the Middle East. Why are there so many countries in turmoil and why can't peace seem to be achieved? Well come to this class to learn about the various factors that have lead the middle east to be this international focusr for the struggle for power!

What is public health? What is public policy? How do these interact? How do they affect me? Learn about Obamacare, abortion history and rights, and more, and how political arguments have shaped these conversations

From the Latin Hogwarts motto to Voldemort's French name, the Harry Potter series is filled with linguistic diversity and invented words with interesting etymological bases. Come dissect some of these words to unveil another layer of meaning!

What is gender? What is feminine, what is masculine, and who decides? How does being a guy, a girl, or neither affect your everyday life? And how do these identities intersect with others, like race, class, and sexual orientation? We will discuss our ideas about and experiences with gender, and brainstorm some solutions to problems related to gender.

What is gender? What is feminine, what is masculine, and who decides? How does being a guy, a girl, or neither affect your everyday life? And how do these identities intersect with others, like race, class, and sexual orientation? We will discuss our ideas about and experiences with gender, and brainstorm some solutions to problems related to gender.

Learn the basics of the LGBTQ+ community during an interactive session! An all inclusive group, anyone and everyone is invited to learn and ask questions in a safe space.

Enjoy a break for lunch with your friends! Each student must register for a lunch period.

Why can some people roll their tongues and others can't? Why do some people have double eyelids and others don't? Come learn about the dominant and recessive genes that cause these and other traits.

This course is designed to go in-depth into what has now become one of the most popular TV shows in America today: "The Walking Dead." How does one become a zombie? What allows for zombies to hunt for food? Why must heroes like Rick or Michonne kill the zombies only through their heads? Are we able to explain the neuroscience behind these apocalyptic figures? Finally, we shall try to answer the one question that will loom in everyone's mind: is a zombie apocalypse really possible in real life!?

Within this course, students will be focusing on the concept of derivatives within the field of calculus. We will be going over shortcuts, equations to remember in solving them, as well as their definition. This class works best with students who have taken Algebra II and are in Pre-Calculus.

Sleep is a beautiful thing, and one of the most important aspects of our lives. In this class, we will look at how the sleep cycle works, what determines how much sleep you need, and the significance of dreams.

Learn about the science behind silly putty and make your own!

Have you ever wondered how you can image the atomic structure of materials? In this class you will learn how one basic concept of quantum mechanics allowed for the development of a state-of-the-art experimental technique, scanning tunneling microscopy, to do just this. This class will include a demonstration of Clark’s scanning tunneling microscope.

Learn about the science behind silly putty and make your own!

Come learn about Forensic Science and solve a crime! Be part of a Crime Scene Investigation unit at Clark!

Forensic science is the field of science applied to the field of law. We will learn the procedures for collecting, preserving, and analyzing scientific evidence (e.g. fingerprints, found documents, fibers, ballistics, etc.). We will also go over past crimes and see what forensic evidence gave the perpetrator away.

At the second half of the class, you will use your new skills to try to solve a mock crime scene!

From tales about the origins of the Universe to the birth and death of stars and getting sucked into black holes (which are awesome), we'll talk about astronomy - the science that deals with almost everything outside the Earth's atmosphere! Join us as we tour the Universe at Warp Speed (really, really fast) starting at the center of the Sun and into the farthest known reaches - about 14 billion light years! Special guests will be the basics of space exploration, dark matter, spacetime, astrobiology, and other cool cosmological phenomena!

From tales about the origins of the Universe to the birth and death of stars and getting sucked into black holes (which are awesome!), we'll talk about astronomy - the science that deals with almost everything outside the Earth's atmosphere! Join us as we use art, craft and a wee bit of luck (we don't want to get the brunt of a supernova explosion now, do we?) to tour the Universe at Warp Speed (really, really fast) starting at the center of the Sun and into the farthest known reaches - about 14 billion light years! Cool planets, stars and galactic clusters will drop in to say hi - the question is, will Pluto?!

Sleep is a beautiful thing, and one of the most important aspects of our lives. In this class, we will look at how the sleep cycle works, what determines how much sleep you need, and the significance of dreams.

Join us to learn the inner workings of the Radio! We'll have brainstorming activities so you'll learn the rules of the airway, how to create a unique sound and everything you need to create your own show. You'll also learn how to use real radio equipment in the Radio Of Clark University (ROCU) Studio.

Before you know it, you will be a senior and it will be time to start filling out college applications. Will you remember what activities you did your freshman and sophomore years?

Learn why it is important to keep track of all your activities, awards, clubs, jobs, sports, etc. from the summer before high school until the day you start applying to college.

Learn how your resume can show colleges demonstrated interest in your particular field(s) of interest, giving you an edge over other applicants.

While this course focuses on building a resume to help you with college applications, we highly recommend you take Resume 102 if you are interested in writing a resume suitable for jobs, scholarships and contests, etc.

College costs continue to rise, making it even more important to graduate in a timely manner. How awesome would it be if you could graduate in less than 4 years - potentially saving thousands, even tens of thousands of dollars?

I just graduated in May - an entire year ahead of schedule - and am happy to share how you can do this too!

Your resume is a way to advertise yourself for a lot of things - job applications, contests, scholarships and, most importantly, college applications! It is never too early to start thinking about what should go on your first resume. However, when you sit down to try and write your resume, you might find it isn't so easy to figure out what to put!

We will break down each section of the resume and explain about how to write it. We’ll also be providing worksheets so you can start working on your own!

While we recommend you attend the course “Resume 101: Building Your Highschool Resume”, it’ isn't a requirement for this course.

College tests aren't like those in high school, but imagine how well you could do on your tests by learning how to study for college exams! Learn useful studying techniques that many college students across the country have that earn themselves A's, and utilize this new knowledge in the high school classroom setting. Show your teachers you are ready for college!

This yoga class is designed for anyone interested in building strength, flexibility, and balance in the mind, body, and spirit. Bring water and comfortable clothes. Mats will be provided.

When we recycle, most of it goes into the landfill. To solve the problem of recycling, we will be doing an up-cycle challenge. In 2 hours create the most awesome thing you can think of using waste that would have been recycled. Create candy wrapper backpacks, bottle mosaics, a flower pot, a fashionable dress out of newspaper, or perhaps a night light made out of those mini Chinese umbrellas. Think big, get artsy, and help solve a big problem such as our wasteful society!

In this class, you’ll learn the secrets that will carry you through the 26.2. Whether you’re cross-country all-star or someone looking to try something new, you are more than capable of completing this feat. Come to my class to find out how!

Come with your friends and have a blast playing with hair! French braiding is a really dynamic skill to learn and you can teach your friends too!

This course will combine both lecture and hands on demonstrations of basic first aid that can be used in medical emergencies. Taught by the trained EMTs and First Responders of Clark University EMS. This class is tailored to teach the average person to react to medical emergencies. All levels and interest are welcome to attend. The idea of this course is anyone should be able to learn the material. The hands on part will give more specialized age appropriate information.

This course will combine both lecture and hands on demonstrations of basic first aid that can be used in medical emergencies. Taught by the trained EMTs and First Responders of Clark University EMS. This class is tailored to teach the average person to react to medical emergencies. All levels and interest are welcome to attend. The idea of this course is anyone should be able to learn the material. The hands on part will give more specialized age appropriate information.

Interested in finding out more about Clark University? Come take a guided tour of campus!

Do you love hula hooping? Well you'll be relieved to know that hula hooping isn't just for kids! It's for all ages and it's called Hoop Dancing! Register for this class and learn some basic Hoop Dance tricks, get some exercise, and have a great time! Hula hoops will be provided.

Hello! The Net Impact Chapter at Clark University is having a class on how we can help the earth. The Earth is our home and we need to protect it and keep it safe for as long as we can. We can all start by doing simple things like recycling, composting and growing greens. Come to our class and we will have discussions about what we can do for the Earth.

In this class, we will be focusing on a famous, long-running, crime drama t.v. show: Law and Order: SVU. The class will consist of short clips from the series. We will then analyze the show from both a writer and viewers' perspective to discuss character development and how this show relates to our life.

Come learn and play chess, one of the oldest and greatest games on Earth. Prior experience or none, all levels are welcome!

Come learn and play chess, one of the oldest and greatest games on Earth. Prior experience or none, all levels are welcome!

Come learn the art of scarf juggling and other circus tricks with Circus Boy Aviv.

This course will allow the students to explore the ideas of simple meditation as well as question the ways in which they interact with others. We will be learning a very simple meditation that the students can do whenever they want whether this is every morning before school, when they become stressed out or even just find themselves getting nervous or anxious about something. After this we will be discussing ideas such as why we forgive, and why we have always been told to show kindness to others. The format of this class will be very discussion based and interactive however still facilitated and guided by the instructor. It will allow the students to present their own ideas on these topics and pose questions to each other in a safe and healthy environment.

This course will allow the students to explore the ideas of simple meditation as well as question the ways in which they interact with others. We will be learning a very simple meditation that the students can do whenever they want whether this is every morning before school, when they become stressed out or even just find themselves getting nervous or anxious about something. After this we will be discussing ideas such as why we forgive, and why we have always been told to show kindness to others. The format of this class will be very discussion based and interactive however still facilitated and guided by the instructor. It will allow the students to present their own ideas on these topics and pose questions to each other in a safe and healthy environment.

The history of the modern American Mob. Specifically focusing on its most influential figures and how this organization effected the American government and culture in times of economic depression and war, and how they expanded their empire internationally.

Welcome to Let’s Talk Trash! No, we won’t be teaching you all the foul language your parents just wont. Ever wonder where your chip bags and soda bottles go after you’re done with them? In this program, you’ll learn all about what items can get recycled, which have to be thrown away, and what things can be composted. With fun, hands on activities, we’ll discover how different types of trash affect our world and we’ll learn easy ways we can limit our impact on our environment. If you’re interested in learning about ways to benefit our environment and get up close and personal with your trash, this is the class for you!

When we recycle, most of it goes into the landfill. To solve the problem of recycling, we will be doing an up-cycle challenge. In 2 hours create the most awesome thing you can think of using waste that would have been recycled. Create candy wrapper backpacks, bottle mosaics, a flower pot, a fashionable dress out of newspaper, or perhaps a night light made out of those mini Chinese umbrellas. Think big, get artsy, and help solve a big problem such as our wasteful society!

This yoga class is designed for anyone interested in building strength, flexibility, and balance in the mind, body, and spirit. Bring water and comfortable clothes. Mats will be provided.