Community University at West Liberty
For Lifelong Learning
Offering stimulating learning opportunities for everyone age 50 and over!
This fall, enroll in the Community University at WLU and take part in a classroom of like-minded adults
interested in the sheer joy of learning! Community University offers enthusiast volunteer presenters and
courses shaped by YOUR interests!
There are no entrance requirements, grades or tests — just a love of learning!
It’s easy to sign up! Fill out the registration form and return it with your tuition of $25, entitling you
to enroll in as many courses as you wish during the fall term. (Please register for courses taught
in a series of sessions, even though you may not be able to attend all.)
Courses & Instructors:
101 Vagabond Kitchen, Wheeling Business, Kickoff Party, Matt Welsch, Vagabond Chef
Thursday, October 1, 5-7 p.m. First hour dinner, presentation at 6.
Description: Welsch will discuss the path that has led him around the world, around the country as the
Vagabond Chef in 2013, then back to West Virginia to open his first restaurant, Vagabond Kitchen. The
Kitchen’s mission statement is “Handcrafted food rooted in local community,” and discussions of how
important community is to local economy, how his business seeks to be a part of their community, and
their plans to build the community in and around Wheeling.
Presenters Background: Graduated Cum Laude from West Liberty University in 2002, Welsch has
traveled the world exploring and learning. He now brings those experiences home showcasing them in his
restaurant, Vagabond Kitchen, in beautiful downtown Wheeling.
102 Films with Art, Art Barbeau Ph.D
8 sessions: Wednesday October 7, 14, 21, 28 9:30-11:30 a.m. & November 4, 11, 18 & December 2
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Description: If you ask film buffs which director was the all-time master of mystery and suspense, it is
likely that a majority will name Alfred Hitchcock. Hitchcock’s skills were such that you were on the edge of
your seat to the end of a film that was absurd in its premise. Here’s a chance to watch and talk about
some of these. Art has picked them carefully, they might include one or two you haven’t seen before.
Presenter’s Background: Art Barbeau is Professor Emeritus at West Liberty University where he taught
history and anthropology for 43 years. This is the 7th film course Art has presented at the Community
University.
103 The Missing Key to Wellness, Brennan Huls, Ph.D, Chiropractor
Two Sessions: October 8 & October 22 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Description: In this 1 hour workshop, we will talk about the most important piece of the wellness puzzle
that is missing for most people and the devastating impact that not knowing is having on our collective
health potential. We will also discuss how you can take control of your health and your life starting today!
Presenter’s Background: Dr. Brennan Huls is a pediatric and family wellness Chiropractor with a
thriving practice in Wheeling.
104 “Who Do You Think You Are?” History of Psychological Personality Assessment, Tifani
Fletcher
Friday October 9 1:30-3:30p.m.
Description: Learn about the History of Psychological Personality Assessment. This will include topics
from Aristotle, WWII, and present day personality testing. You will have the opportunity to participate in
several personality assessments, including creating your own “inkblot” drawing. This is a new offering.
Presenters Background: Tifani Fletcher received her Ph.D. in Psychology, with a focus on translational
science, from East Tennessee State University. She is new to the Wheeling area, having lived across the
US as a military “brat”. She is currently an Assistant Professor of Psychology at WLU.
105 Wheeling’s Unsung Heroes and Heroines’, Jeanne Finstein and Judy Hendrickson
October 15 10:00- 11:30 a.m.
Description: Wheeling’s Past is filled with outstanding citizens who made their mark on the city. This
presentation will be on a few of those who have been largely forgotten.
Presenter’s Background: Jeanne Finstein and Judi Hendrickson are amateur historians who enjoy
discovering and sharing interesting pieces of history, particularly Wheeling history. They are the authors
of a book on local history, “Walking Pleasant Valley,” and are long-time, active members of the historic
preservation organization, Friends of Wheeling.
106 Wealth Management Series, Joe & Sandy Bell, Financial Advisors
4 sessions Wednesdays October 28 1:30 p.m. and November 11, 18 1:30p.m. & December 2nd
1:30p.m.
Description: Session 1: Make the Most of Your Social Security Benefits - What you need to know to
make informed decisions. Some questions that will be answered are Where do Social Security benefits
fit in my retirement planning? When should I start receiving benefits? How can I maximize benefits? And
understanding spousal benefits. Session 2: Health Care in Retirement - How will you afford it? How
much will health care cost?,Understanding what Medicare covers and doesn't, Will I need additional
insurance?, the impact of needing long term care. Session 3: It's a Numbers Game - It's about the
"cash flow" not the cash pile. The Need for Retirement Income Planning, Threats to your cash flow,
Longevity risks, and Gaps in retirement income. Session 4: The Case for Diversifying Your Portfolio The Time is Now to Start Thinking About Your Options. Understanding different risks in investing,
Understanding what alternative investments are and how they should be used, Correlation of different
investments, and Cornerstones of building a portfolio for your risk profile.
Presenters Background: Mr. & Mrs. Bell have almost 50 years of combined experience as financial
professionals. They formed BJS Wealth Management in 2014 they then joined Janney Montgomery Scott,
LLC. Joe Bell attended the United States Military Academy at West Point, NY and graduated from
Albright College in Reading, PA with a degree in Economics. Sandy Bell graduated from Western
Kentucky University. They both have served as officers and board members on numerous boards in the
area. The two have recently moved back from Georgia and are glad to be back in The Mid-Ohio Valley.
107 Wheeling Mobsters, Steve Novotney, Weelunk Writer and Radio Personality for WKKX
October 29 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Description: If you are curious about all of those rumors and tales you have heard through the years of
the Wheeling Mob, the back-room deals, the hijacked tractor-trailers, the drug distribution, and the green
doors, this is a course you don’t want to miss. Some of you unknowingly could have been a part of
Wheeling’s most sinister history.
Presenters Background: Steve Novotney is a writer for Weelunk keeping the community informed on all
current events through print journalism on past and present “happenings”. Steve is also a radio
personality for AM 1600 WKKX. Novotney consistently uncovers breaking news stories and concentrates
on the citizen's stake in local, state and national government. A veteran of both the radio and print
journalism, Novotney has turned the Ohio Valley's attention away from national syndication and to local
topics. His news coverage, interviews, and opinions stir a lot of attention on a daily basis while offering
the people of both East Ohio and West Virginia's northern panhandle an opportunity to be heard.
108 Chair Yoga and Simple Meditation, Lindsay Schooler
Wednesday November 4 1:30p.m.
Description: All the physical and mental benefits of yoga, without a mat! Learn simple poses that can be
done seated or standing to build strength in spinal stabilizing muscles and release tension from tight
spots. Incorporating mindfulness and breath work into the practice to receive the neurological benefits of
simple meditation.
Presenters Background: Lindsay Schooler is the owner of Happy Goat Yoga in Wheeling, WV and has
taught yoga at WLU since 2010. Lindsay took her first yoga class as a student at WLU, where she
graduated in 2004 and went on to yoga teacher training in Charleston, WV.
109 Flat Boats of the Ohio River, Steve Nixon
Wednesday November 11 1-3p.m.
Description: This lecture is about early navigation, particularly flatboats, along the Ohio River Valley.
How the waterways themselves have evolved to become what they are and how their characteristics
influenced practical boat design for emigration and transportation of goods. What were the social,
economic and cultural conditions that drove settlers west through the Ohio Valley and the difficulties that
were encountered during river travel. After the advent of steam boats, the attempts to improve year-round
navigation by changing the river itself.
Presenter’s Background: Steve Nixon Wellsburg, WV, graduated from WLU and E6CC. Steve is a 30
year steelworker with Wheeling Nisshin and a 39 year Lay-Minister Community of Christ. His passion is
local history especially the Ohio River Valley. He is currently writing a book on the flatboats of the Ohio
River.
110 Russia: Legitimate Threat or Newfound Boogieman?, Leonard Rinchiuso West Liberty
Foreign Language Faculty
Thursday November 12 3p.m.
Description: Russia has been identified by various pundits, ranging from U.S. military advisers to
syndicated columnists, as the greatest global threat to
the United States. Recent events in Ukraine and in Syria seem to support such claims.
Is such a perception truth or anti-Russian hysteria? In this course, recent global events will be reexamined in an effort to answer the question: is Russia a true global threat or just the latest object in the
search for a political enemy?
Presenter's background: Leonard Rinchiuso is an Assistant Professor of Modern Languages at WLU and
an avid student of Russian and Eastern European geopolitics/history. He has taught language courses in
Russian at WLU and most recently visited Eastern Europe in 2008.
111 A Beginners Guide to Selling on Ebay, Jim Clark
Wednesday, November 18 2-3p.m.
Description: Have you maybe thought about selling on eBay but weren't sure how to get started? Were
you maybe overwhelmed when you read or heard how to list? Don't be!!!! This brief introduction will help
all beginners and first time sellers get over their fear of selling and on their way to becoming a star seller.
Prime Question of the 60 minute discussion will be: What will I need to start selling?
Presenter’s Background: Jim Clark is WLU's Chief Technology Officer providing professional leadership
for the university's information technology (IT) department to include IT Services, voice services, data
networks, data security, the Student Information System (Ellucian Banner) and the Learning Management
System (Sakai). Professional direction for the campus data center and wired/wireless data network,
management of classroom technology. Leads the development and implementation of a technology
component of the Institutional Master Plan that supports the University's strategic direction.
112 Diabetes Discussion with Marie DuToit
Thursday November 12, 9:30-11:30
Description: This course will include a brief description of what Diabetes is, and how to prevent and
manage it on National Diabetes World Diabetes Day. Knowledge is power!
Presenters Background: Marie du Toit holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, as well as a Master’s
Degree in Critical Care Nursing from the University of the Free State, South Africa. She has 11 years of
experience in the Critical Care arena and Mrs du Toit LOVES to teach. She currently serves as an
Assistant Professor of Nursing at West Liberty University. Prior to working in higher education, Mrs du
Toit spent 5 years as a Diabetes Educator, working with people with all types of Diabetes
113 Healthy Eating for the Holidays, Kathleen O’Connor
Thursday November 19 1:00-3:00
Description: Tips on healthy eating for the holiday season. Learn how to enjoy holiday meals without
putting on the extra pounds. Eating smarter at parties will also be discussed along healthy recipe
substitutions.
Presenter’s Background: Kathleen O'Connor is a WLU graduate and is the owner of MOVER’CISE. She
is also a current graduate student in the Master of Professional Studies in Organizational Leadership at
the Highlands Center. Kathleen is a regular contributing author for the Times Leader and can also be
heard on WVA family radio stations speaking on health and exercise issues.
Questions? Ron Witt, Executive Director, Alumni and Community Relations, 304.336.8844 or
wittron@westliberty.edu
Please contact Savannah Moore at 304.217.2800 or savannah.moore@westliberty.edu to
register
Community University Web Site:
westliberty.edu/community-university
Community University at West Liberty
WLU Highlands Center (located across from the Marquee Cinemas)
355 Wharton Circle, Suite 200
Triadelphia, WV 26059
Community University at West Liberty – Fall 2015 Registration Form
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