Spring 2024 Courses
A Nation’s Sorrow: Assessing Han in South Korean Pop Culture
This course will explore the Korean concept of han—a complex emotion of sorrow, anger, grief, and more—and its portrayal in South Korean popular media. We will look at a number of famous (and heartbreaking!) K-dramas, Korean films, and K-pop songs, including the TV show Goblin (2016) and the film 20th Century Girl (2022). With these works, we’ll examine the different types of han that exist and how they connect to the political, social, and economic issues in South Korea. Prior knowledge about South Korea or Korean pop culture is not needed for this class. If you would like to watch shows/movies/music videos—or you just want to have a good cry—feel free to sign up!
Taught by Judy Lee
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Intro to Desktop Music Production
Welcome to Intro to Music Production! In this course we will be focusing on the basics of creating music using digital resources. We will start at the basics of music theory and by the end of the course you will hopefully have the skills and knowledge to create your own music. We will be focusing on creating rap/hip-hop beats and songs, however if you have an interest in creating other styles of music you are more than welcome to join the class and I will do my best to help you! This class is open to all skill levels of music production so whether you have years of experience or have never seen a music production software in your life there will be something for you in this class.
Taught by Seth Yoshinobu
9:30 AM- 11:00 PM
Multimedia Studio Art
Whether art is your passion or you just want to try something new, this class is for you! Each week, we will be exploring new mediums such as ceramics, block printing, weaving, and collaging. Class will consist of a quick check-in and tutorial, but will mostly be time to create art! We do not believe in defining art as “good” or “bad,” and hope each student pushes themselves to try something outside of their comfort zone. Supplies will be provided and yours to keep, so just come ready to create!
Taught by Cat Broderick
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM