2008 Program and Coordinators
| Many programs for education and fun are offered across the major areas of Science, Creative Writing and Communication, Art, Sports, Culture, Music and more. Each area of study is managed by Atlantykron program coordinators with multiple instructors and classes (see list below). These classes are designed to focus on the challenges and opportunities most affecting the shape of our world today and tomorrow. Click below to review a specific area of study or scroll down to review the entire list of classes and instructors. | Special Programs
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Planetary Projects Participate in daily conferences exploring top challenges facing our world of tomorrow. Explore with leading experts how we can prepare to address planetary challenges on global governance, education, climate change, equitable globalization and poverty. |
 Alexandru Mironov |
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List of Classes and Instructors
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SCIENCE Study the areas of science and technology shaping our future. |
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| SCIENCE PROGRAM COORDINATORS ► | Florin Munteanu | Dan Milici | |
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Fractals and Chaos Theory (view program details) Study the science of fractals used in computer modeling of irregular patterns and structures in nature. Instructor: Click here to view program details.
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Florin Munteanu |
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Robotics Learn and apply the technology associated with the design, fabrication, theory, and application of robots.
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Dan Milici |
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Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Learn the basic medical procedure for a victim of cardiac or respiratory arrest to provide emergency care that may save the life of a friend, family or community. All students passing final examination will receive certification by the Safety Advice Center.
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 Adrian LaLa |
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Microsensors and Nanotechnology Learn the methods and theory of how to build miniaturized pressure sensors made of Silicon. Study nanotechnology materials and techniques.
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 Cristian Pârghie |
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PaleoAstronautics and UFOs
- Examine the evidence in man-made structures
that were created requiring advanced technology that was
unavailable at that historical time. Were these
structures built using extraterrestrial intelligence?
How has the presence of these out-of-place artifacts shaped
our human culture and religion?
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 Aurel Caraşel |
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Alternative Energy Explore new sciences of energy derived from sources that do not use up natural resources or harm the environment.
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Dan Milici |
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Astronomy and Astrophysics Expand your knowledge and beliefs about celestial phenomena or study the physics of stellar phenomena.
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 Victor Sutac |
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UFO School Introduction course in UFO Investigation.
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 Dan Farcas |
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Complexity Studies (view program details) Study and learn theory and explore applications in complex system research sciences. Click here to view program details.
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Florin Munteanu |
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Amateur Radio Getting in contact with ham radio operators around the world and learn about distress radio signaling, explore the invisible Universe by means of radiotelescopes, see the Earth from space through the “eyes” of weather satellites.
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 Cezar Lesanu |
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Bio-Energy and Frontier Science Study and explore bioenergy and other techniques and theories that make up the new frontier sciences.
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 Theodor Vasile Ph.D. |
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Biometrics Study and explore the technologies used for authentication and identification of people based upon human characteristics.
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 Eugen Lojnita |
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WRITING AND COMMUNICATIONS Study the future of journalism, radio and the world of information. |
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| PROGRAM COORDINATORS ► | Aurel Carasel | Stefan Ghidoveanu | |
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Explorers of the World of Tomorrow Science Fiction and Futurology. Coordinate radio, science fiction club.
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Stefan Ghidoveanu |
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Journalism Learn the basics or study advanced techniques in the collection, publication of transmission of news through media. e-mail
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Aurel Carasel |
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Multimedia Study and apply tools and techniques that combine text, photography, graphics, full-motion video and sound into an integrated package.
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Creative Writing Learn or develop creative writing skills for poetry, stories, book and scripts participating in competitions or for fun.
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Aurel Carasel |
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Science Fiction Explore the works of the great science fiction authors or learn to write your own literary fantasy involving the imagined impact of science on society.
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Stefan Ghidoveanu |
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Radio Broadcast Develop your broadcasting skills as a member of the team providing daily broadcasts to Academy participants.
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Stefan Ghidoveanu |
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ARTS Study, participate and experience the arts with leading experts. |
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| ART PROGRAM COORDINATORS ► | Aurel Manole | Heather Caton | |
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Air Brush Art
Learn beginning or advanced techniques in air brush art. Study the freehand manipulation of an airbrush and medium using air pressure and distance to produce air brush artwork.
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Aurel Manole |
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Engraving Learn and study monotype technique, studying the process and technique while creating your own artwork on glass and plastic support. 
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Sci-Art - "Songs of Atlantykron" Enter a world that bridges science and art in an interactive experience using light, sound, color and motion. Join a team to design and build an ever-changing artistic creation where the viewer and natural environment becomes a part of the art itself.
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Heather Caton |
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Irish Dance Learn the high-energy living tradition of Irish dance. Instruction is open to both new and advanced dancers. Learn Irish dance steps and choreography while practicing with your team, with the opportunity to perform together at the island outdoor amphitheatre.
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Heather Caton |
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Photography Advance your professional skills or simply learn the basics to become a better photogrher in this multiple day program. e-mail
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Face and Body Painting Learn about the history and develop your own skills for face and body painting. e-mail
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Bookmaking Learn the process and technique of planning, creating, and physically assembling a book. Create your own unique photo journal, sketchbook, memory book or more. e-mail
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Heather Caton |
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Collage and Printing Learn and practice collage and printing techniques to creating art on different supports like paper, canvas and cartoon. e-mail
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Aurel Manole |
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Sculpture Learn or develop your sculpting technique in lectures, training, and competitions at the Academy. e-mail
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Aurel Manole |
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Jewelry Making Learn to create your own personal jewelry. Create necklaces, rings, bracelets and more from many different materials. Create your own jewelry for yourself, friends and family. e-mail
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SPORTS Physical and mental games to challenge the minds and bodies of participants. |
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| SPORT PROGRAM COORDINATORS ► | Mihnea Muraru-Mandrea | Adriana Gheorghe | |
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Adventure Days Venture into an unusual and exciting experience that will stretch your mind and teamwork in daily challenges.
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Mihnea Muraru-Mandrea |
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Chess Instruction and Competition Study the history of this game played for more than 8000 years throughout the civilized world, simply learn to play, or compete in the Academy tournament.
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Mihail Ghinea |
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Sports Learn and participate in sports from around the world with friends. Equipment and training is always available for those interested.
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Mihnea Muraru-Mandrea |
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Swimming Swimming instruction will be available on demand for anyone interested to learn to swim or to develop their basic swimming skills.
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Heather Caton |
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CULTURE Study globalization of the workplace and develop the cultural awareness and understanding needed to succeed in your career. |
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| CULTURE PROGRAM COORDINATORS ► | Maria Ciochina | ||
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Technology and Communication Explore how the evolution of technology will continue to change our ability to communicate with each other. How will technology influence our relationships and how we choose to interact with other people.
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Maria Ciochina |
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Big Fish - Small Fish
Compare and contrast the opportunity to be a small employee
in a big company or your own boss in a small company.
Examine the comparisons between the many new
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Politics and Youth Discuss your ability to be involved with politics and your opportunities to change the world. Explore the perceived barriers and opportunities to influence the future as a young citizen of the world.
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Maria Ciochina |
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Cultural Understanding and Relativism Success in the future requires an understanding of many cultural issues and dynamics critical to success. Study, discuss, and learn the skills critical to ensuring your success in the workplace of the future. Examine the challenges and opportunities of globalization in discussions to develop your cultural awareness and understanding.
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Travel for Pleasure - Travel for Knowledge What do we choose for our holiday – only relax and enjoy ourself at an “all inclusive” resort on the sea side … or cultural travel, learning of foreign culture and civilization? Explore the possibilities of how our travel can change visions and opinion of the world and our future.
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Maria Ciochina |
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C.E.O. Factory Explore new business ideas and
opportunities in
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MUSIC Study rhythm, melody, harmony, and color. Learn to sing or play a musical instrument with the opportunity to perform live solo or with others. |
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| MUSIC PROGRAM COORDINATORS ► | Norman Rosner | Corina Angheluta | |
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Old Instruments Listen and learn about musical instruments developed and used throughout the history of Romania and the Republic of Moldova
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Sergiu Chilat |
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Karaoke Have fun with friends, practice your singing skills, or who knows… maybe be discovered as the world’s next singing superstar in our Island Karaoke!
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Corina Angheluta |
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Live Performances Musical performances are part of almost every day at the island cafe and our evening program in the Island's outdoor amphitheatre. Opportunities to perform will be available for solo and group performances for interested musicians and singers.
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Norman Rosner |
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Musical Instrument Instruction Musical instrument instruction will be offered for beginning students to advanced. Learn to play a musical instrument with one of the many musicians at the Academy.
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Norman Rosner |
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Special Programs for Young Children Educational programs at Atlantykron are designed for students from 15 to 29 years of age. At the same time we recognize the opportunity for younger students to learn and participate. The following programs will be offered for children 14 years and younger. Please contact the instructor for more details after arrival at the Academy. |
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Science for Juniors Science is a major area of study at Atlantykron with scientists visiting from around the world. Special classes will be offered for two hours each day for young children to participate and learn. Please contact our science team to register after arrival at the Academy.
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Florin Munteanu |
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Questions
Please send you questions by clicking on the instructors email links above or by sending your questions to answers@Atlantykron.org.
