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    LMU Pre-College Programs – Media and Nature

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    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Residential
    • Destination: United States
    • Provided By: College
    • Session Start: June
    • Session Length: Two Weeks
    • Entering Grade: 10th, 11th, 12th
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: Academic
    • Sub-Categories: Communications, Preserving the Environment, Advertising
    • Selective: Yes
    • Ages: 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
    • Minimum Cost: $3,000 - $6,999
    • Credit Awarded: No
    • Location:Los Angeles
    • Last Updated:December 2025
    • Meeting: Schedule a Meeting
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    Overview

    In this two-week course, students will explore how environmental conversations evolved from print to today’s social platforms, and how digital messages can spark action or make us tune out. This program is perfect for high schoolers curious about the planet, media, and making an impact.

    Join us for a two-week investigation of how technology and communication converge to shape our understanding of nature and the role of humans in global ecosystems.

    From early print publications to today’s digital platforms, environmentalism in North America has grown alongside changes in media technologies. In this course, you will explore how rhetoric (the way we use language to persuade) and mediated texts (any communication that uses technology like texts, social media posts, or online articles, instead of face-to-face conversation) shape how people think about nature. Sometimes these messages raise awareness and inspire action. Other times, they make it easy for people to ignore the harm happening to the environment, even when it affects our own survival.  

    We will focus on understanding the historical development of environmental issues, and how changes in technology have shaped the conversation and framed these challenges. By the end of the program, you will gain a deeper, critical perspective on modern environmental problems and their historical evolution over time.

    Hands-On Project

    You will design and launch a social media campaign that addresses a real environmental issue. This project combines research, creativity, and strategic communication to engage audiences and inspire meaningful action.

    This course is designed for high school students who:

    • Are curious about the environment and want to understand global challenges.
    • Enjoy exploring media, technology, and social platforms.
    • Want to develop strong communication and critical thinking skills. 
    • Are looking for an engaging summer experience that prepares them for college-level work. 

    Cost and Session Information

    Two-week, residential, non-credit bearing 

    Session 1 Dates: June 21 - July 3, 2026

    The cost for a two-week, residential, non-credit bearing program for summer 2025 is $6,500.

    Upcoming Events

    • Loyola Marymount University Pre-College Programs Virtual Information Sessions
      Jan 14, 2026

      Loyola Marymount University Pre-College Programs Virtual Information Sessions

      Loyola Marymount University: Pre-College Summer Programs

      07:00pm to 08:00pm (ET)

      Our Summer Programs office will host a series of virtual information sessions to share about the Pre-College Programs summer experience at Loyola Marymount University (LMU). These virtual opportunities are available on selected Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m. ET / 4-5 p.m. PT!

      The next virtual information session will be on Monday, December 8. RSVP at the link below!

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      Loyola Marymount University: Pre-College Summer Programs

      07:00pm to 08:00pm (ET)

      Our Summer Programs staff offers 15-minute virtual appointments to hear about Loyola Marymount University's Pre-College Programs! If you have any questions regarding the application process or programming, sign up for an appointment!

      Virtual appointments are available on selected Wednesdays from 7-8 p.m. ET/ 4-5 p.m. PT! RSVP at the link below!

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      Jan 27, 2026

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      Jan 28, 2026

      Loyola Marymount University Pre-College Programs at National Summer Program Fair – Philadelphia

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      Feb 1, 2026

      Loyola Marymount University Pre-College Programs at National Summer Program Fair – Miami

      Loyola Marymount University: Pre-College Summer Programs

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