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BY DESIGN Featured in Architect Magazine, September 2010. Read the article and view the slideshow.
ALL THINGS CONSIDERED Wonderworks supplies a stimulating and exciting educational experience. Always invigorating, never boring, this class has dramatically altered the way I think about school, and restored my previously ravaged, dwindling faith in our educational system. The informal setting allows for the free expression and transformation of information and ideas, leading one to new intellectual heights.
To be quite frank, I was giving up on educational systems in general. Wonderworks revived my faith in the concept of being able to learn in a formal school setting. Unlike high school, actual learning and analytical/insightful conversations take place in class. I now see that regular school is really just a series of twelve tribulations that one must persevere through in order to obtain the fulfilling trophy that college offers: true learning, knowledge.
All Things Considered couldn't be more of a perfect choice for me! In this summer before I head into my senior year I really wanted to, if not perfect, at least improve my writing and reading skills and thanks to Zach and Wonderworks my goal was accomplished. I am one hundred percent sure that in these five weeks my writing improved and I know that my interest in reading most certainly also improved.
Wonderworks gave me an opportunity to expand my abilities in writing and reading. I now have an interest in reading articles, essays, and any other writing. Before, I was more interested in the field of math, but now thanks to Wonderworks I enjoy literature and "all things considered." Another way that Wonderworks has affected my life is by forcing me to examine the world around me, from the nineteenth century to today's news, media, and politics.
STRANGER THAN FICTION The Stranger Than Fiction summer writing workshop has not only helped my critical reading and watching skills, it has also exposed me to the workings of a college campus. My writing instructor, Will Donnelly, was so charismatic and philosophical it ensured a lively discussion every day. Without this program, my skills would not have been polished this summer and for that I am very thankful.
The Wonderworks program has really been a wonderful experience. Stranger Than Fiction has helped me open my mind to new ideas and new styles of writing. Over the course of the summer, we have openly discussed many topics and figured out ways to take ideas from podcasts and films and incorporate those into our writing. Stranger Than Fiction is perfect for anyone interested in pursuing a career in journalism or creative writing—or for anyone who simply wants to fill up their summer. I was introduced to so many new films that I probably would have never seen if it wasn't for this program, and I can honestly say that I have added some of them to my favorites.
Stranger Than Fiction showed me how much I want to pursue a career in journalism. During the course of this class, I was able to interact with other people with interests similar to mine, and was exposed to movies based on events that sparked incredible discussions in class. Not only did this class teach me techniques to use in my writing, but it also broadened my mind to topics not always spoken about. If I had to choose again, I would most definitely choose Stranger Than Fiction again!
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