Writing short stories (1,000–30,000 words) helps you discover your writing voice and how to convey your ideas. You’ll learn how to bring your story to life with an engaging plot, as well as character development, action, and dialogue. You’ll also learn the technical parts of crafting a short story, including structure, important character moments, and progression in the story. You’ll also know what to do with your short story once completed, including editing, proofing, and publishing options. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class. LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education.

Join our fun and engaging beginner class to learn how to create and launch your very own YouTube channel! Discover how to share your hobbies, advice, tutorials, talents, and more with the world on the largest media platform. We’ll guide you through a step-by-step process, ensuring you have all the tools and knowledge to get started today. Dive in and start building your YouTube presence today!

Turn your love of gaming into an on-screen (and on-mic) talent! In YouTube Creator & Shoutcasting, students will step into the world of esports media by planning highlight reels, recording their own voice-overs, and practicing shoutcasting—the art of delivering hype-filled, crystal-clear game commentary. Along the way, they’ll learn pacing, energy, and clarity while also covering essential “safe streaming” practices to keep their online presence positive and protected. The camp wraps up with a polished final project blending gameplay clips, graphics, and live commentary—giving students the tools and confidence to create content like their favorite streamers and esports casters.