Young Women’s Summer Workshop Returns to SFCC, June 15 - 19, 2009
Contact: Monique Anair, Film Instructor (505) 428-1738; manair@sfccnm.edu; Todd Eric Lovato, Director, Media Relations (505) 428-1776; todd.lovato@sfccnm.eduSanta Fe, NM, May 18, 2009 –– Santa Fe Community College’s “Girls Media Workshop” program returns this summer to help young women find their voice through film, video and alternative media. Following a popular debut last summer, the weeklong intensive runs June 15 to 19 on the SFCC campus, 6401 Richards Ave.
Students learn basic concepts of writing, producing, acting, editing, sound, cinematography, animation, documentary and experimental filmmaking in hands-on workshops. “The object of the program is to give young women the tools to create media,” said SFCC film instructor Monique Anair. “Classes are designed for students not only to understand the stereotypes perpetrated in media but to also get their hands on the tools to empower their own voices, to tell their own stories.” A broader goal of the program is to provide young women with vision and confidence that will benefit them as they explore future college options and career paths in film and media. Tuition is $160 for students who qualify for in-state/in-district tuition. The workshop is part of a growing effort by SFCC to develop more classes focused on women’s issues, especially when it comes to areas like filmmaking. In spring 2010, SFCC is offering courses that focus on the study of women in media and classes designed to empower women of all ages to use new technologies to create films. “These classes – as well as this summer’s Girls Media Workshop – are designed to help women develop story, self-confidence and learn new technologies to create and complete their media projects,” said Anair. For more information, call (505) 428-1738 or visit www.sfccnm.edu. About Santa Fe Community College For more than 25 years, Santa Fe Community College has been the gateway to success for individuals and the community by providing affordable, high quality educational programs that serve the social, cultural, technological and economic needs of a diverse community. The college serves more than 14,500 students per year in its credit, noncredit and adult basic education programs. For further information, visit www.sfccnm.edu or call (505) 428-1000.
