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Cost: $180 each.
For further information contact Judy Mortkowitz at (859)619-2040 or jmortkowitz@yahoo.com.

1. Microbial Universe with John Seabolt
Learn about the science that deals with living organisms too small to be seen without a microscope.  These ubitiquitous microorganisms or microbes, include bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses.  Daily media sources offer opportunities to hear and or read about microbes whether they be disease agents, used in biotechnology or bioremediation, or possess antibiotic resistance.  Using the American Society for Microbiology film series, Unseen Life on Earth, class discussions, readings, demonstrations, and other visual aids, this workshop will provide an overview of the field. The prospective college student may find his/her future career by attending this workshop.
Four weeks, Tuesday – Thursday, 4-5 pm, starting July 1.Workshop leader is Dr. John P. Seabolt who possesses much practical experience in medical/clinical microbiology, as well as formal teaching experience in the field.

2. Physics and Finite Math with Barry Stamper
Topical discussions and hands on activities for Middle and High School students, including, but not limited to Liquids and Fluids, Mechanics, Magnetism, Electronics, Optics, Sound, the Mathematics of Physics, and Chaos. 1-4 pm. July1,2,3,8,9,10.

3.  Native American Workshop with Jeff Hatmaker
This seminar will meet form 1-4 pm. July 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10.
Jeff Hatmaker is a Native person of mixed blood who has been active in the Kentucky Native community for many years.  He started sharing publicly as a traditional Cherokee storyteller at pow-wows and cultural events, learning how to dance many different styles and perform various other services for each event as the years wore on.  He has been on the staff of many pow-wows as Head Man Dancer, Head Veteran Dancer, Storyteller, Courting Flautist, Emcee and Arena Director.  In performing these duties, it has been his privilege to learn from wise elders from and respected veterans of various nations.  He has also shared Native culture with many schools  and universities.  He's been a part of Jenny Wiley State Resort Park's annual "Buffalo Night" for many years. He has experience sharing with children from 4-H camps, after-school programs, libraries and more.  He has shared with veterans at V.A. Hospital in Louisville, KY, as well as honoring Veterans in a traditional manner as pow-wow staff.   He is on the Ohio & Northern Kentucky American Indian Movement Support Group's list of human resources.   He lives as traditional as the vagaries of  the dominant culture will allow, and is deeply rooted in Native religion. He has danced on television, done radio shows and has experience sharing in various other media.  He was born in the old capitol of the Cherokee Nation, then known as "Red Clay," now known as Cleveland, Tennessee.

The workshop will Include, but is not necessarily limited to, the following:
-Introduction to Native culture, or "NDN 101."
-A look at the history of area first Nations.
-Learning of various aspects of everyday life.
-Delve into the food, games and music of the Cherokee.
-A comparative look at the dominant culture's religion and societal mores compared with those of First Nations.
-A look at current Native issues, forms of government and lifeways as compared to those of Pre-Columbian Natives of the same nations.
- The last hour of each will be reserved for interactive, open Q&A about any of the subjects shared on that day.
- A long, hard look at the image of Native Peoples in pop culture.  (This will involve watching at least one, maybe more, video presentations).
This workshop will be interactive, and at times, student directed, since Mr. Hatmaker has no inkling of what the students may or may not be aware of with regards to Native culture. The curriculum will be directly tailored to the needs of the students as the workshop progresses.

RECOMMENDED READING:
1. Custer Died For Your Sins - Vine Deloria Jr.
A very good work concerning the clash of cultures.
2. God Is Red - Vine Deloria Jr.
A similar work that contrasts the religions of the dominant culture and Native culture.
3. Where White Men Fear To Tread - Russell Means
A view of the Native condition by a well-know, controversial activist.  It's inclusion on this list does not imply Mr. Hatmaker's endorsement of all of Russell Means' opinions and actions.  It is, however, an invaluable look into what shapes at least one man's activism.
4. *Zeke & Ned - Larry McMurtry
An excellent, fictionalized account of Ned Christie and Zeke Proctor, two of arguably the most colorful of Cherokee warriors.  Zeke Proctor is the only individual person in history with whom the United States ever signed a treaty... too many lawmen were getting killed!  Very entertaining, if light, reading.
5. Black Elk Speaks - John G. Neihardt
The classic interview with the Oglala Sioux elder who was witness to both Wounded Knee and Custers Last Stand.  When asked how long the battle took, he replied, "About as long as it takes a white man to eat his lunch."
6. The Lone Ranger And Tonto Fistfight In Heaven - Sherman Alexie
Charming, lyrical contemporary fiction from a Native from the Pacific Northwest.  The movie, "Smoke Signals" was based upon it.
7. The Toughest Indian In The World - Sherman Alexie
An eclectic collection of contemporary short stories by the same author.
8, Mankiller - Wilma Mankiller
Autobiography of the first female "Principal Chief" of the Cherokee.  An excellent read about a compelling and powerful woman.
9. Prison Writings (My Life Is My Sundance) –Leonard Peltier
The writings of the controversial A.I.M. activist who was tried and convicted (many say wrongly) in a flurry of controversy for the murder of two F.B.I. agents.
10. *The Education Of Little Tree - Asa Earl Carter
This controversial book is a perennial bestseller at pow-wows and in bookstores in general.  It is a fictionalized "memoir" of a youth who is raised by his Cherokee-Scots- Irish grandfather.  The movie of the same name was based on this book.  The controversy lies in the many liberties and outright fabrications which were made by the author with regards to Cherokee language and customs.  Regardless of it's lack of veracity, it remains a charming read, when taken with a pinch of salt.

* Are suitable for sixth-seventh graders.  All the rest are better suited for high-school age students or those with advanced reading skills.  These are just recommendations, not required reading.

4. No Frills Math with Barry Stamper
This class will meet from 10-11:30 on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday for the first 4 weeks of July.  The first purpose of the class is to prepare younger students to be successful in high school mathematics.  The second purpose is to help high school students increase their scores on ACT and SAT tests in addition to improving over all scores in their regular math classes.  The cost of the class is $180.00.  Mr. Stamper is a gifted math and science teacher with extensive teaching experience.  You can read his bio on the Faculty page.

5. SAT and ACT Math Prep Class with Barry Stamper
This class will meet from 1- 4 on July 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24.  The cost of the class is $180. Students taking this class should have completed Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry. This will be an intense review and prep, getting students ready for the Fall tests. 

6. The Constitution and the American Government with Judy Mortkowitz Students will discover the origins of our constitution, what it says, which parts apply to our lives today, the articles and amendments, and discuss such issues and The Patriot Act and is our form of government applicable only to the United States or can it be spread across the world.  Students will look at the American involvement in WW II and how that is influencing our policy making today. This is information that all citizens should have.  The class will be facilitated by Judy Mortkowitz.  You can check her bio on the Faculty page. The class will meet from 1-4, July 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10. Cost is $180.  The 18 hours of class time would meet the requirements for one semester of American Government.  If students want a full credit, it can be lengthened to 6 more meetings and a full credit, for those who would be interested.

7. Research and Writing with David Mortkowitz
Students will practice writing essays in preparation for SAT and ACT classes and learn to do a college level research paper. The class will meet at the W.T. Young Library, on the UK campus. Classes are July 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24 from 1-4.

8. Digital Photography 101 with Scott Walz
Four weeks, Tuesday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM July 1,2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24. Class Maximum of 20 Students with a minimum student age of 13 years old. This class will deal with the fundamentals of photography.  We will begin with the foundation of how cameras work at their most basic level and how each of the controls affects the image.  We will the then move on to the elements that make a great image: form, balance, composition, energy, movement, communication, texture, etc.  We will then learn how to enhance images in the computer completing the course of study with methods for producing high quality finished prints.

One day of instruction each week will take place at Studio Walz, Inc. using the studio’s camera, lighting, computer and printing equipment.

Students wishing to take this course should have good art, math and science skills.  Students wishing to take this course should also have a digital camera (preferably a DSLR) and a laptop computer with some editing software (preferably Photoshop Elements or Photoshop).  They should also be familiar with transferring the images from their camera to their computer and have any necessary cables.

Scott has been an avid photographer since he was ten years old.  He became a working professional at the age of sixteen photographing weddings for a Lexington based portrait and wedding studio.   In college he initially majored in engineering but eventually succumbed to his joy of photography.  The study of physics, optics and computer science later would prove just as invaluable as the study of art, business and accounting as the digital era began in the early 90’s.

Scott has served on the board of the Kentucky Professional Photographers Association and held the position of President in 2006-2007 and Chairman of the Board in 2007-2008.  He currently serves as a Councilor to the Professional Photographers of America and has been honored with the rare and prestigious PPA National Award for his service to the art and profession of photography.  His photographs have received awards locally, regionally and nationally and many of his images are part of the PPA Permanent National Loan Collection.

Scott and his wife Valorie established their own business in Lexington in January of 1992 where Scott is the CEO and principle photographer.  Since then Studio Walz, Inc. has grown steadily and they are grateful for the support of their loyal customers.  From the time the studio was established they have been an in-house production studio.  Initially all work was hand printed but they made the move to full digital production in 1998.  Scott believes that digital has truly come of age and has liberated photography both artistically and professionally.

9. Art with Stephen Sawyer
Professional “Art for God” artist and teacher Stephen Sawyer will be teaching a multi-media art workshop for middle and high school students. The class will meet July 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, from 1-4 pm. Minimum of 6 students required for the class to make.

Learn basic to advanced techniques in Stephen's drawing class which will be equally useful in pastels, oils, and acrylics, etc.The first day will be used to assess each student's level and to determine what to individually teach them in their favorite medium. (Artists are welcome to bring photos or samples of their art on this day.) The remainder of the first week will be instruction. A voluntary art assignment will be given on the first weekend of July 4, 5 for those students who will have the opportunity to prepare for the last week. The last week will give the students the opportunity to put what they have learned into practice. The last week students will be encouraged to create a suitable for framing piece of art.  These days will be a critique based instruction to help them with whatever is holding them back. Adults are welcome to take the class as well.

Stephen Sawyer has been a professional artist for over thirty years.  His work has been featured on the TODAY Show, the NEW YORK TIMES, Wall Street Journal, and over 400 newspapers around the world.  He has sold prints of his work in over 100 countries.  He is a nationally recognized portrait artist and internationally known for his ART for GOD paintings. He and his wife, Cindy, run ART for GOD in Versailles, KY, Gatlinburg, TN, and on the internet.  Stephen and Cindy started the ICAC, (International Christian Art Competition) which is heading into its fourth year.  Stephen travels around the world as a speaker and exhibitor with his work.

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