Students, parents and even retirees who want to learn something new are in for a treat during the Foundation University Summer Program.
All colleges and units in the university, from the grade school up to graduate school will offer six-week courses that may uncover one’s hidden talents, earn some college credits or may become a stepping stone for a new career or an entrepreneurial activity.
Children will have several choices ranging from regular summer course offerings to electives like creative reading or creative arts. There will be baking courses for children and adults.
The College of Agriculture is offering courses on hydroponics and organic farming, which allows farmers to increase their yield using modern and practical technology.
There will also be a Music Program, where students could learn to perform with the iPad band or enroll in piano, voice or play common band instruments.
The College of Education will also be vocational courses like sewing or theater arts that could enhance one’s talent for self-expression.
Modern computer programming or even Office Applications will be taught by the College of Computer Studies which could either teach students computer basics or advanced techniques.
Foundation University’s resident artists, Takeshi Muriyama and Hersley Ven Casero will offer classes on pottery and basic digital photography, respectively, while classes on painting and art history will also be offered by the Department of Architecture and Fine Arts.
There will be sports programs like rock/sport climbing and ball games.
The College of Architecture will offer an introductory course on architecture by orienting students to the concept of a design studio where they learn the concepts of 2D and 3D designs.
Engr. Marlon Tanilon, dean of the Office of Student Life, said there is something for everyone in FU’s summer offerings, which is another way by which the University actualizes its motto for its 62nd anniversary, “FU@62: it’s all about you!”
Tanilon said enrollment is going on.
