Explore gesture during College Edge

College Edge students have two exciting ways to explore gesture—UW’s innovative program that blends human skills with AI-powered learning. gesture reimagines what college and career preparation can be, combining hands-on internships, academic innovation, and AI training to help students thrive in a world that’s already changing. Whether you’re curious about AI and want to dip your toes in through a free one-day workshop, or you're ready for a deeper dive through a 1-credit course, gesture offers a head start on building skills that set you apart. You’ll learn how to use AI as a creative tool, tell your story with confidence, and take on real-world challenges with a growth mindset.

Free gesture Workshops During College Edge

This summer, College Edge students can join a free one-day workshop to get a hands-on introduction to gesture.You’ll explore real AI tools, learn how to stay competitive in a changing career landscape, and discover how gesture can help you tell your story and shape your future. It’s a great option for students who want to learn more about gesture — without committing to the optional 1-credit Foundations in AI-Powered Learning course.

ARTSCI 150D: AI, Learning, and Early Career
1 credit | CR/NC grading | Open to College Edge students

$400 tuition fee

Explore how AI is shaping learning, storytelling, and early career development through this non-technical course designed exclusively for College Edge students. Open only to those enrolled in a 5-credit College Edge course, ARTSCI 150D offers a deeper introduction to gesture—UW’s innovative approach to AI-powered learning and real-world problem-solving.

The course meets in the afternoon and will not conflict with other College Edge seminar schedules.

Seats are limited! You can add ARTSCI 150D when registering for your College Edge Discovery or English 108 seminar. Students cannot take ARTSCI 150D as a stand alone 1-credit course- they must also be enrolled in a College Edge 5-credit seminar in order to participate. 

Learn More About gesture

Learn about how gesture fits into the College of Arts and Sciences