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2017 Squamish SciComm Course
May 31, 2017 - June 3, 2017
Science Communications
Focus on science storytelling
Quest University, Squamish, BC
May 31- June 3, 2017
Presenting science in a way that is compelling takes skill, courage and creativity. In this four-day intensive, participants will work with the best in the business developing an audience-focused approach. You will learn to think about your content with the reader in mind. You are asked to arrive with a 750-word draft article to work on through the course. By the time you leave, you will have an article ready to pitch or publish! Fresh air, inspiring setting, top faculty, and hands-on help, this course might be the jumpstart you are looking for!
Faculty members
Thomas Hayden, Stanford University
Jay Ingram, science broadcaster and writer, co-founder, Beakerhead
Mary Anne Moser, president and co-founder, Beakerhead
Niki Wilson, science writer
Local host
Negar Elmieh, Life Sciences Tutor, Quest University
Location
This course will be held at Quest University in Squamish, BC – an inspiring setting for science and creativity. Participants will be staying on campus for this immersive course and all meals are included with the program.
Cost
Course fee: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. $1,399
Meals and accommodation: ………………………………………………………………………….. $700
(four nights, 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, 2 receptions)
TOTAL REGISTRATION FEE: ………………………………………………………………………. $2,099
Scholarships available: …………………………………………………………………………………….. $599
SUBSIDIZED COST: …………………………………………………………………………………………. $1,500