Courses

Braiding and Beyond

This hair braiding course is designed to teach students the skills and techniques required to create various braided hairstyles.

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Bullying

We are reminded daily of the adverse and often catastrophic effects of bullying - both in- person and cyberbullying, when it is not not adequately addressed. We will address the following objectives describe bullying, discuss cyberbullying, explain interventions for bullying, list the risk factors for bullying, and provide resources for parents and officials who may need to participate in targeted intervention.

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Creative Non-Fiction

Creative Nonfiction covers many types of writing, from memoirs and poetry to historical writing and personal essays.

July 16, 2025 to August 13, 2025, SIUE Belleville Campus - Old Main Hall

Creative Writing

Do you have a story you'd like to tell, but you're not sure where to start? Join us in exploring the many ways you can make that story a reality.

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DNA, Fingerprints and Forensics...O My!

Learn how to extract DNA from strawberries, dust for fingerprints using cocoa powder and gain some general knowledge about forensic science. This workshop is for those in grades 5-8.

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G.R.I.T. Business Academy

G.R.I.T. Business Academy is a project based two (2) week-long "business boot camp" where middle and high school youth learn skills such as entrepreneurship, marketing, and economics from licensed business educators and experienced business owners.

June 23, 2025 to July 4, 2025, SIUE Belleville Campus - Old Main Hall

Grant Writing and Management for Public Agencies and Non-Profits

From finding the right Notice Of Funding Opportunities through closing out awards, this course will familiarize you with the grant process. Writing grant proposals in the public/non-profit world can be a daunting task but is increasingly important to secure operational funds and ensure organizational continuity.

Tuesday, July 22, 2025, SIUE Belleville Campus - Old Main Hall

Human Trafficking and the Impact

Through this interactive training attendees will learn the following dynamics of human trafficking: federal definition of labor and sex trafficking, risk factors & red flags, community trends and available resources.

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Intermediate Italian

If you already have knowledge of this beautiful language, this course is designed just for you. Join us as we continue our journey through learning the Italian language and delve deeper in grammar and syntax.

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Introduction to Effective Stormwater Management

The need for awareness and effective management of stormwater runoff in our region is increasing. This course offers a comprehensive overview of stormwater regulations and the latest developments in managing stormwater pollution to protect our watersheds.

July 9-23, 2025, SIUE Belleville Campus - Old Main Hall

Italian for the Traveler

Enjoy this jump-start course for smart travelers. Learn survival phrases and how to read signs and menus, transportation schedules and more. Explore cultural differences and be prepared to enjoy your adventure.

This course contains no sessions
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Mental Health Toolbox: Foundations for Well-Being

This introductory course is designed to equip you with essential tools and strategies for maintaining and improving mental well-being.

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Mental Health Toolbox: Thriving in College

This coursewill equip you with mental health tools and strategies to navigatethe challenges of this transitional period.

Thursday, July 10, 2025, SIUE Belleville Campus - Old Main Hall

Navigating the information maze: Strategies for unmasking propaganda, misinformation and fake news

Mass Communications faculty share global perspectives on misinformation, disinformation and the future of AI in the media.

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Pollution Prevention for Municipal Operations

This course will fulfill municipal operations workers' education and training requirements to support our region's stormwater municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) permit requirements. Attending this course is also a great opportunity to network with other municipal employees.

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Release and Restore Full Moon Sound Restorative

This 90-minute course begins with gentle breath and movement. It will flow into a deeply relaxing resting yoga session accompanied by healing sound vibrations.

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Screenwriting Bootcamp

If you're a movie or TV lover and have always wanted to try your hand at writing a script, this is your chance to make it happen. We'll be looking at the three core elements of screenwriting--formatting, craft, and storytelling-and we'll investigate how to use today's software.

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Stop the Bleed

The course follows OSHA guidelines and covers bleeding controltechniques like identifying types, applying pressure, wound packaging,and using a tourniquet.

Wednesday, July 30, 2025, SIUE Belleville Campus - Old Main Hall

Writers Workshop

If you're familiar with the basics of narrative structure and have a story project that you're working on, or if you would like to start, our Writers Workshop may be perfect for you.

July 8, 2025 to August 12, 2025, SIUE Belleville Campus - Old Main Hall