Peekskill Summer 2025 Newsletter

SUNY Westchester Peekskill • 27North Division Street Peekskill NY10566• 914-606-7300 SUNY Westchester Peekskill SUNY Westchester Peekskill Center for the Digital Arts Dr. Sherry Mayo, Director Located in the heart of Peekskill’s downtown artist district, the SUNY Westchester Peekskill Center for the Digital Arts offers a wide range of opportunities for students and the local community. Residents can start their college journey closer to home through credit-bearing liberalartsandhumanitiescourses.Thecenteralso provides a robust English as a Second Language (ESL) program, supporting the needs of the diverse local community. Cutting-Edge Workforce Digital Arts and Credit Interactive Technology Programs The Peekskill Center is a hub for digital arts education, featuring five state-of-the-art post-production studios. Students can pursue training in: • 3D Animation • Adobe Certification (Photoshop and Illustrator) • Artificial Intelligence for Business Owners • Digital Photography and Advanced Digital Photography • Game Design • Illustration and 2D Animation • Mixed Reality (XR) • Social Media Specialist Training • Web Design Thecenteralsooffers a Historic Preservation certificate program, non-credit courses for adults including computer training andstudioarts,andavibrantYouthArtsTechnology Program during the summer. State-of-the-Art Facilities The 20,000-square-foot facility includes: • 11 smart classrooms • 5 post-production studios • A Makerspace with 7 3D printers • 75 Apple workstationsand15MicrosoftSurface devices, all dedicated to digital arts education A Community Hub for Learning and Growth Serving approximately 1,000 students annually, the Peekskill Center is a cornerstone of the local community. Conveniently located near cultural centers, galleries, and restaurants, it provides comprehensive student services, including: • Admissions and academic advising • Financial aid assistance • Registrar and bursar services • Academic support, workshops, and student activities The centeralso playsakeyroleinworkforce development, helping adults build essential skills for today’s job market. The SUNY Westchester Peekskill Center for the Digital Arts is more than a learning institution—it’s a vital part of the Peekskill community and a cornerstone of creativity and innovation in Northern Westchester and Putnam Counties. This summer,the Peekskill Center will offeritsdynamic Youth Arts Technology Program, now reimagined as a STEAM(Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) curriculum. The program fosters creativity, problem-solving,collaboration,andcritical thinking—essential 21st century skills. Session 1: July 7–17 (Monday–Thursday, no Fridays) Session 2: July 21–31 (Monday–Thursday, no Fridays) Program Highlights Students will explore technology-driven art forms through hands-on projects, such as: • Painting and Drawingwith live models to enhance observational skills • Coding and Robotics, learning to code and control robots • Game Design, developing digital games from concept to creation This program offers students the chance to collaborate, express their creativity, and develop digital and manual skills. Each student will create a portfolio project to showcase their work. LEARN MORE Website www.sunywcc.edu/peekskill Youth Arts Technology Program www.sunywcc.edu/peekskillyouth Email peekskill@sunywcc.edu Phone 914-606-7300 SUMMER 2O25 www.sunywcc.edu/peekskillyouth

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