Lowell Elementary Students in 2012
What is the ambitious goal of this project?
Undergraduates and elementary school students collaborate to produce a performance of an abridged Shakespeare play. Knowledge of Shakespeare is power in the form of cultural capital. This program improves access to that power for all.
Experience Gained
A great experience for designers, makers, and the all-around adventurous. Build skills in:
- leadership
- communication
- teamwork and collaboration
- time-management
- advanced skills in reading and understanding literature
- problem-solving
- critical and creative thinking
- K-12 outreach and coordination
- non-profit management
Majors and Interests Needed
We are looking for students interested in working with children (10-12 year olds) and a willingness to both work hard and have fun! Any/All majors welcome! This project might be specifically appealing to students in these majors:
- Â Art
- Communication
- Construction Management
- Curriculum, Instruction, and Foundation Studies
- English
- Information Technology & Supply Chain Management
- Literacy, Language & Culture
- Management
- Marketing
- Music
- Teacher Education
- Theatre Arts
VIP Coach Information
Dr. Matthew Hansen is a Professor in the English department with a specialty in Shakespeare, service-learning, and the scholarship of engagement. See his full profile.
Interested in joining this team?
For more information and to request a permission number to register contact Matthew Hansen at MatthewHansen@boisestate.edu or 426-1215 OR complete this interest form and someone will contact you.  Check out this document for tips on contacting a professor about joining a team.
