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Explore your creative side with a Summer Discovery humanities course! Covering a wide variety of subjects, the humanities help you create, contemplate, and expand your thinking.


Summer Discovery humanities courses will immerse you in the rich tapestry of human culture, history, literature, philosophy, and the arts through engaging lectures, discussions, and experiential learning activities. Led by passionate educators, these courses offer a stimulating environment where you will deepen your understanding of the human experience, develop critical thinking skills, and foster a lifelong appreciation for the humanities.

Dartmouth Summer Scholars

Spend your summer at idyllic Dartmouth College with one of the Dartmouth Summer Scholars’ prestigious courses, conceived of and led by renowned senior scholars. These academies in the humanities will immerse you in the world of Ivy League scholarship

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University of Michigan

If you're passionate about food and dream of making a mark in the culinary world, Ann Arbor EATS is the perfect place to start. Dive into one of our immersive, hands-on humanities courses, where you'll find inspiration from the rich flavors and vibrant culture around you. Or, explore the Climate Change and Sustainability course, where you can learn about the environmental impact of food production and how to create a more sustainable culinary future. Spend your summer shaping your vision in an environment that fosters creativity and growth.

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UCLA

Unleash your creativity at the heart of entertainment this summer at UCLA. Whether you're passionate about mastering public speaking and debate, or want to dive into the world of music production, Summer Discovery's humanities courses at UCLA will keep you inspired and engaged all season long!

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University of Texas, Austin

Summer Discovery courses at University of Texas, Austin offer an exciting lens into the humanities. Do you have a passion for media and want to share your voice with the world? Then discover your potential in our podcasting course! These interactive enrichment courses will give you a first-hand look into some of the most exciting industries in the world!

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University of Cambridge

Take your inspiration from the beautiful environment at University of Cambridge this summer. At this historical hub of scholarship in the UK, delve into all that the humanities have to offer. Marvel at the beautiful architecture of University of Cambridge and explore its rich history with Art & Architecture: A Cambridge Perspective. Expand your writing skills as a creative outlet or contemplate the history of English literature. Whatever course you choose, you can be sure to have a stimulating and thought-provoking summer!

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UC Berkeley

Experience firsthand all that UC Berkeley has to offer! With the Berkeley Changemaker Pre-College program, you will sharpen your skills in three key areas – critical thinking, communication, and collaboration – while exploring what changemaking looks like in a wide variety of disciplines. Through daily lectures, compelling faculty interviews, and interactive team assignments with your fellow changemakers, you will develop your own changemaking mindset and learn how to turn your ideas into action.

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Georgetown University

Are you feeling the pressure to start writing your college application essay? Look no further! If your goal for the summer is to start preparing for the next phase of your academic journey, the College Essay Writing Workshop at Georgetown University will set you up for success in your college applications.

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Summer Discovery offers a wide selection of course subjects for various age groups at top-tier universities.

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