Discover the beauty of oil painting in our creative class. Learn how to use brushes and colors to bring your imagination to life on canvas. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, this class is a great way to explore your artistic side and have fun with paint. Come join us and unlock your inner artist! ** Available In-Person Only **

Ready to try something totally unique and fun? In this course, you'll learn how to master the diabolo, a super cool toy that looks like a mix of a yo-yo and a juggling prop. Using two sticks and a string, you'll spin, toss, and catch the diabolo in ways you’ve never imagined. Whether you’re into circus tricks or just looking for a fresh skill to impress your friends, diabolo will challenge your creativity and coordination. You’ll start with the basics—getting it spinning and learning the coolest moves—and then move on to more complex tricks, like juggling multiple diabolos at once. Plus, you’ll discover how this toy has traveled the world, becoming a popular art form in performances from street shows to circus stages. By the end, you’ll have a totally new talent and be ready to show off your moves!


Prerequisites
Optional: watch this kewl video - https://youtu.be/5SagieZLa3w?si=GHqcJktSM2rywZjq (will not be teaching anywhere close to these advanced tricks but only displayed as a showcase!)

Everyone loves ChatGPT (except teachers). It has made our life so much easier, whether you're a student, professional, or a casual looking to mess around with a chat bot.
The study of LLMs and general AI is a quickly growing field, but how do they work, and where did they come from? What is the future of this area of research?


Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of calculus and matrices would be great, but not necessary.

A crash course on super basic French, no pre-knowledge necessary. You will learn various useful phrases and hopefully also appreciate French culture.

Have you watched Squid Game? Or are you interested in KPOP? Welcome to "Intro to Korean", a course designed for 8th to 12th graders where you'll learn useful everyday phrases and explore the dynamic culture of Korea. No prior knowledge is required—just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm!

What does "memory consolidation" even mean? Also, how are memories stored in the cortex? This class is a brief introduction into what we currently know about memory, and what we still need to know. We'll start from types of memory and single neurons, and move onto neuronal ensembles and neural circuits.

Are you interested in human evolution? Have you ever wondered the reason why we do certain things? Then you're in the right spot. And if you haven't, you're still in the right spot. This course is a seminar where we will discuss primary literature pertaining to evolutionary anthropology, evolutionary psychology, and human behavioral ecology.

There will be four modules of about 30 minutes each:
1.) Survival Adaptations
2.) Reproductive Adaptations
3.) Psychological Variation and Ecological Influence
4.) Evolutionary Mismatch


Prerequisites
This course will discuss inherently mature content. The goal is to have fun and learn, but also to create an environment where these topics can be freely discussed.

Interstellar, Back to the Future, Loki... Hollywood has us convinced that time travel is possible, but what does physics have to say about this subject? The truth is, the math behind time travel has existed since Einstein.
In this class, we will start with the fundamentals of light, and will cover basic equations of special relativity and the relationship between space and time. ** Available in Hybrid **


Prerequisites
Fundamental understanding of algebra operations. Experience with matrices preferred, but not required.

Interested in the cardiovascular system? How about the respiratory system? Or better yet—both? Join us as we explore the deep interconnectedness between these two vital systems. We'll dive into their anatomy, physiology, and even the molecular aspects of gas exchange


Prerequisites
Biology or at least an interest in medicine/healthcare (both are optional)

What are taxes and how do I file them? Taxes are within top 3 topics that the US education system never teaches, but are essential to daily life. You'll learn how to file taxes, what type of taxes are available, and current tax systems.


Prerequisites
Be human

This course will equip students with essential skills for success in professional environments. Students will learn how to present themselves confidently through appropriate dress, body language, and communication techniques. Topics include effective introductions, resumé tips, interview skills, and networking strategies. Ideal for students preparing for college, internships, or the workplace.