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Belin-Blank Center for Gifted EducationDirector: Nicholas ColangeloWeb site: http://www.education.uiowa.edu/belinblank The following programs are presented by the Connie Belin and Jacqueline N. Blank International Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development. For more information about the center's programs, contact the Belin-Blank Center or visit the center's web site. Blank Summer InstituteThe Blank Summer Institute for the Arts & Sciences is a two-week residential summer program for gifted Iowa students in grades 7 and 8. The institute provides exceptionally talented students with an intensive and advanced educational experience designed to enhance their intellectual and social growth. The plan of study complements the regular school curriculum and consists of eight courses that cover advanced science, math problem solving, social sciences, creative writing, invention and innovation, visual arts, performing arts, and global and cultural studies.Cultural and recreational activities are part of the program, and participants have access to the University of Iowa Libraries, computer facilities, and study areas. Housing and meals are provided at University residence halls. To be eligible for the institute, students must have finished grade 7 or 8 and must be nominated by their schools. Financial support is available. International Language & Culture InstituteThe International Language & Culture Institute is a one-week residential summer program for gifted students in grades 9 through 11. The institute is a collaborative program of the University of Iowa's International Programs and the Belin-Blank Center. It provides talented students with an intensive, advanced educational experience designed to enhance their intellectual and social growth.Iowa Governor's InstituteThe Iowa Governor's Institute for the Gifted and Talented is a two-week residential summer program that provides exceptionally talented students with an intensive and advanced educational experience designed to enhance their intellectual and social growth. Participants enroll in one course, Leadership for Students Who Want to Make a Difference.In addition to academic study, participants enjoy a variety of cultural and recreational activities. They also have access to the University of Iowa Libraries, computer facilities, and study areas. Housing and meals are provided at University residence halls. To be eligible for the institute, students must be from Iowa and must have finished grade 7 or 8. A nomination packet is required, and financial support is available. Iowa Talent ProjectThe Belin-Blank Center and the Des Moines School District collaborate in the Iowa Talent Project (ITP) to identify underrepresented talented and gifted students who are taking upper-level or advanced courses as they progress through secondary school. The project's goal is to help students recognize their potential and take advantage of rigorous courses of study that challenge them.Student participants attend a residential summer program at The University of Iowa, which focuses on college preparation. They also enjoy recreational and cultural experiences while they are on campus. The cost of attending the session is covered by the University. Iowa Talent Project students also complete courses at the Des Moines Central Academy and take at least three AP exams. Upon finishing high school, successful ITP students are admitted to The University of Iowa and are given financial aid based on need and merit. Once enrolled at the University, students must maintain a designated grade-point average while taking approved courses as full-time students and must meet other specified requirements. Junior Scholars AcademyStudents in grade 6, 7, or 8 may attend the Junior Scholars Academy (JSA), a one-week summer residential academic program at The University of Iowa for Belin-Blank Center students. JSA consists of 10 classes over two one-week sessions. Students take a single advanced course for the entire week and may apply for one or two sessions.National Scholars AcademyStudents in grade 9, 10, or 11 may attend the National Scholars Academy (NSA), a one-week summer residential academic program at The University of Iowa for Belin-Blank Center students. NSA consists of eight classes over two one-week sessions. Students take a single advanced course for the entire week and may apply for one or two sessions.Visual Arts InstituteThe Visual Arts Institute is a one-week residential summer program for artistically talented students in grades 9 through 11. The institute consists of two separate sessions: one in two-dimensional art (e.g., painting, drawing) and one in three-dimensional art (e.g., sculpture, ceramics).The Visual Arts Institute provides talented artists with an intensive and advanced studio experience designed to enhance their creative and artistic growth. Each student receives a partial scholarship to cover the majority of the institute's cost. Courses
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