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In recognition of the consistent excellence of our program and of our students, every Spotlight graduate who enrolls at UMass Dartmouth is automatically admitted into the University Honors Program.

Spotlight

Students who are eligible must be in good academic standing and in grades 10-12. Students attend lectures, mini courses and a field trip culminating at Harvard University. This provides an invaluable learning opportunity, and the chance to develop the skills they'll need for college. Diman's liaison is Liz Jonsson. All sessions meet at the UMass Dartmouth campus, Group LARTS-117, from 3:15 to 5:30 each Thursday. Visitor's parking is available in Lot 6. You can reach Trace Holmes, Program Coordinator at (617-417-5328). Learn more here.

Spotlight Program Fall 2009

• September 17
  African Dance and Music
  Students will begin the program by learning about African art andculture with UMD Music Professor Royal Hartigan and Master Dancer Kwabena Boateng.
  
  Parent Q&A
  In a separte session, parents are invited to discuss Spotlight (and high school students in general) with Donna Dimery, Spotlight Group Leader and former Principal of Dartmouth High School.
• September 24
  Acoustic Music for the Soul
  Local musician Craig DeMelo performs some of his songs and discusses the challenges and rewards of pursuing a career in the music business
• October 01
  Computer Applications to Human Disabilities
  See how computer technology can assist those with disabilities. Dr Les Cory, Professor of Electrical Engineering at UMD, and Linda Texceira.
• October 08
  From Page to Stage
  Jarrad Nunes, founder of New Bedford YouthREP, discusses the process of developing a theatrical production. See live demonstrations by the UMD Theatre Company and maybe make your own stage debut.
• October 3 - Saturday
  Field Trip to New York City
• October 15, 22, 29, Nov 5
  Take One 4-week Mini-Course: Participants take one course for four weeks. Classes held in assigned rooms/laboratories/studios throughout the campus.
  Click here for a listing of mini-courses.
• November 12
  Ghost Busters
  Paul Oeskiewicz of Central Berkshire Ghost Hunters (motto: "We Find What You Don't Want To") discusses his adventures as an investigator of paranormal phenomena and gives you a chance to share a few of your own brushes with the supernatural.
• November 19
  The Gift of Diversity
  Harry Johnson, former Director of Communications for the Polaroid Corporation, discusses the challenges of sharing our diversity and respecting our differences.

Spring Schedule

• March 04
  How to Burn the Candle at Both Ends without Burning Out
  Norm Bossio, creator of the PBS special "Staying Motivated on the Deck of the Titanic," shares the secrets of successful communication and stress management through humor. Learn more about Norm’s philosophy at his web site.
• March 11
  Sound Applications for Healing and Stress Management
  Tricia McDonald will explore research in brain wave technology and sound therapy. Experience for yourself how sound affects your mental, emotional, and physical well being.
• March 18
  You Are What You Write
  Master graphoanalyst and BCC instructor Janice Warren explains what your own handwriting reveals about your character and personality, and offers some tips for analyzing the writings and drawings of your friends and family.
• March 25, April 01, 08 and 15
  Take One 4-week Mini-Course:
  Participants take one course for four weeks. Classes held in assigned rooms/laboratories/studios throughout the campus.
  Click here for a listing of mini-courses.
• April 29
  Telling Stories for Fun and Profit
  Professional storyteller Tom McCabe talks about the risks and rewards of pursuing nontraditional careers, and persforms some of his favorite stories (www.tommccabe.com).
• May 06
  Jihad and Middle Eastern Terrorism for Dummies
  UMD History Professor and terrorism expert Brian Williams traces the impact of the US and Soviet invasions of Afghanistan and Iraq on the international jihadi brotherhood known as “Al Qaeda.” The talk will include video from Brian’s field research.
• May 08 - Saturday
  Field Trip to New York City
• May 13
  A Survivor's Story
  Holocaust survivor Abraham Weber shares the terrifying and inspiring narrative of his escapes from the Nazis and the Soviets during World War II.
• May 14 - Friday
  Field Trip to Harvard University