Connections: CMCI Summer Academy

Students interact outside
Students at Connections
Student at Connections
Students use a podcast booth

July 14-19, 2024

CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ campus is located 30 minutes from Denver.

  • Do you love stories in their many forms—journalism, film, creative writing, speech and debate, spoken word, gaming, computing and media of all kinds?

  • Do you think about real-world problems and want to take action?

  • If you know you’re college-bound, do you want more information to make the right choice? During your week at CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ, you’ll learn about the college application and financial aid processes.

  • Explore creative ways to tell your story, such as digital storytelling, podcasting, data visualizations, creative writing and other forms of media. 

If you want an engaging summer experience that boosts your skills and confidence for the future—then this program may be for you! 

If you want an engaging summer experience that boosts your skills and confidence for the future—then this program may be for you! 

We invite you to join us to experience college life. You’ll be able to sample courses from CMCI professors and experiment with various modes of storytelling—documentary film, podcasting, visual storytelling, creative writing, and more. Don’t miss this opportunity to make lasting connections with peers, CU ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ staff and faculty, and boost your academic skills.

Application deadline: April 22, 2024

Connections: CMCI Summer Academy is especially well-suited for in-state historically underserved sophomore and junior high school students with an interest in media, communication and information. 

Have questions?cmciconnections@colorado.edu

Sponsored by the CMCI Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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