Madeline Dieters has hit the ground running at the Texas Academy of Figurative Art, Summer Teen Program. Her first week was spent working on an illustration in graphite and a still life in oil.
Ryan Dai reports on his experience at the University of Chicago Supper Immersion Program where he is studying “Pathways in Economics.” Ryan spent his first week getting settled and adjusting to the academic environment.
Robert Wigfall reports on his experience at Washington University’s High School Summer Scholars Arts & Sciences Program, where he is studying Biomedical Ethics. His first week was spent “making meaningful connections” with his classmates and exploring the St. Louis area.
Throughout the summer, sixteen outstanding Southern Illinois high school students will attend highly selective enrichment programs across the country in STEM and the Fine Arts through scholarships from the Garwin Family Foundation (GFF).
Safwan spent the first week exploring the campus, getting to know his instructors, and connecting with students from around the world.
The virtual class of 28 students hit the ground running as they collaborated on their first project—building something in Minecraft with assistance from TA instructors.