STUDENTS 50+ PROGRAM
SPRING 2015
To register contact DeBorah@dcccd.edu or call 972-860-4807
ART
Professional Practices
ARTS 1170-23200 Prof. Practices
932225
1
1/29-4/9
Thursday
12-1:30 p.m.
F106
Macellaio
This multi-generational course will teach students how to photograph their artwork, write an artists’
statement and apply to shows outside of academic exhibitions. For those planning to transfer to a fouryear institution or graduate school, it will also cover how to write an application essay and offer help
apply for scholarships
BEGINNING COMPUTER COURSES
Windows 7, Part I
POFI 1104-23251
Windows 7, Part I
931679
1
1/24-2/14
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M134
Walker
POFI 1104-23233
Windows 7, Part I
931674
1
1/26-2/11
Mon.& Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M137
Ritter
POFI 1104-23228
Windows 7, Part I
937679
1
3/31-4/16
Tues.& Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M124
Christopherson-Degan
Windows 7, Part I, will introduce all the basics of Windows including the desktop, mouse pointers, start
button, taskbar, menus, toolbars and dialog boxes. Students will learn to open and save a file, edit a
document in WordPad and use the copy, cut and paste commands. File management will be introduced.
Windows 7, Part II
POFI 1104-23252
Windows 7, Part II
931680
1
2/21-3/21
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M134
Walker
POFI 1104-23205
Windows 7, Part II
931661
1
2/16-3/4
Mon.& Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M137
Ritter
Windows 7, Part II, will cover the use of Windows Explorer in managing your files by viewing, moving,
deleting and organizing both files and folders. Students will learn to personalize Windows by changing
the desktop appearance, screensaver and background, customizing the taskbar and the start menu,
learning the right-click menu, and using desktop gadgets. Methods to secure your computer also will be
covered. Prerequisite: Windows 7, Part I. No classes March 9-15 during spring break week.
Windows 7, Part III
POFI 1104-23238
Windows 7, Part III
931678
1
3/16-4/1
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M137
Ritter
Windows 7, Part III will build on your knowledge of Windows 7, Part II and cover areas such as the
control panel, device manager, file association, user account control and accessories such as defragging
and sound recorder. Prerequisites: Windows 7, Part I and II. No classes March 9-15 during spring
break week.
Windows 8.1 Tips & Tricks
POFI 1104-23230
Windows, Intro.
931673
1
2/24-3/19
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M135
Brooks
Windows 8.1 Tips & Tricks will include a discussion and demonstration of Windows 8.1 features and
how they are different from Windows 7. Students will be able to shop intelligently for a new computer
and know its capabilities when it comes out of the box. No classes March 9-15 during spring break
week.
Email & Internet, Part I
POFI 1104-23261
Email/Internet, Pt. I
931687
1
3/28--4/25
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M134
Walker
Internet/Email, Part I will cover how to browse the Internet, access information on your personal
computer, store Web addresses and view multiple Web pages concurrently. Also covered will be
printing, saving and emailing Web pages as well as understanding the security and privacy issues
involved. Students will use reference sites and navigate websites for travel, maps, shopping, banking and
finance, health, and entertainment. All the basic email functions including contacts, distribution lists,
and handling spam mail will be covered. Recommended prerequisites: Windows, Part I and II. No class
Saturday, April 4.
COMPUTERS & GENEALOGY
Adventures in Genealogy, Part I
POFI 1104-23226
Tracing Family Tree, Pt. I
931670
1
2/16-3/16
Monday
1:30-4:50 p.m.
M122
Barnette
Adventures of Genealogy, Part I, is a course for those who have had some genealogical research
experience and would like to delve deeper into the use of records and research methodology used by
more advanced and experienced family historians and genealogists. Prerequisite: Prior genealogical
research experience or genealogical research courses. No classes March 9-15 during spring break week.
Adventures in Genealogy, Part II
POFI 1104-23235
Tracing Family Tree, Pt. II 931676
1
3/23-4/13
Monday
1:30-4:50 p.m.
M124
Barnette
Adventures of Genealogy, Part II, will build on concepts and research tools used in Part I. Students will
further delve into the use of records and research methodology used by more experienced genealogists.
Prerequisite: Adventures of Genealogy, Part I.
COMPUTERS & PHOTOGRAPHY
Digital Cameras
POFI 1104-23212
Digital Camera
939366
1
2/14-3/21
Saturday
9:30-12:10 p.m.
M137
Ritter
Digital Cameras will cover the various features of a digital camera. Students will learn about the process
of transferring photos to the computer, and how to take pictures with an eye for computer enhancement
and for use in emails and Web pages. Storage and retrieval of digital photos will be reviewed. If you
have a camera, please bring it to class. No class March 9-15 during spring break week.
OTHER COMPUTER COURSES
Android Mobile Devices
POFI 1104-23260
Android Devices
931686
1
2/21-3/21
Saturday
1-4:20 p.m.
M135
Deason
The Android Mobile Device was invented by Google, and is the lead competitor to Apple's iPhone and
iPad. We will discuss how to set up an Android mobile device, find and install helpful applications for
everyday life. Learn how to customize, protect and set up multiple email accounts and calendars. We
also will look at other features of the operating system and many accessories that will work with the
Androids’ devices. No classes March 9–15 for the week of spring break.
Apps, Simply Apps
POFI 1104-23257
Apps, Simply Apps
931683
1
2/21-3/21
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M135
Deason
Apps are everywhere! In a few short years, the app craze has taken over. These small applications–or
apps–that fit on our mobile phone do everything from helping us accomplish mundane tasks to keeping
us entertained while we wait for the bus. This class will demo many of the apps that are on the market
today. We will look at the apps for many handheld devices, iPhone, iPad and Android devices.
Backing Up Your Data
POFI 1104-23237
Backing Up Data
939369
1
3/30-4/15
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M122
Stark
Backing Up Data will explain how the hard disk, the Windows file system and backups work. It also
will cover the ways you can protect your data using Windows built-in backup, retail packages such as
Acronis and online back-up services. This course is for intermediate and experienced users of Vista,
Windows 7 or Windows 8. Students need a minimum of one year experience with and proficiency in
navigating the Windows interface and common functions. Recommended prerequisites: Windows, Parts
I, and II.
Email/ File Management
POFI 1104-23213
Email/ File Mgt.
939371
1
3/24-4/9
Tues. & Thurs
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Siebs
Email/File Management will teach students how to use Windows Explorer, the program that creates and
maintains files and folders. Students will learn how to organize My Documents and My Pictures
including uploading and creating files and folders as well as moving, renaming and creating shortcuts.
Included will be uploading pictures from cameras and cell phones. This class also will cover how to use
a Web-mail program and handle files that are email attachments. Recommended prerequisites:
Windows, Part I, II and Introductory Internet.
Excel 2013, Part I
POFI 1104-23214
Excel 2013, Part I
931665
1
4/20-5/6
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Milligan
Excel 2013, Part I, will introduce students to spreadsheets and arithmetic functions. This course will
include creating, editing, naming, saving and printing spreadsheets as well as within worksheets. Menus,
shortcuts, toolbars for formatting spreadsheets and writing basic formulas also will be covered.
Recommended prerequisite: Windows, Part I and II
Google World
POFI 1104-23234
Google World
931675
1
2/24-3/19
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Siebs
Google World will cover how to use free Google Apps. This class will include Picasa for organizing and
sharing photos; YouTube for viewing and posting videos; Google Sites for creating a web page; Google
Drive and Google Docs for creating documents, sheets, drawings; and Google Cloud for sharing. We
will examine also better ways to use Google Search for advance features and Gmail, the Google
webmail program. Also included will be Google Maps and Google Chrome. No classes March 9-15
during spring break week.
Home Networking
POFI 1104-23239
Home Networking
939434
1
3/2-3/25
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M136
Stark
Home Networking will show students how to share files, printers and Internet access. Learn about cable
and DSL modems, routers and switches. You'll learn how to plan your network and install network
adapters, cables and set up wireless connections. This course is for intermediate and experienced users
of Windows 8, 7 or Vista. Prerequisites: Parts I & II of Windows 8, 7, or Vista and minimum one year
experience with and proficiency in navigating the Windows interface and common functions. No classes
March 9-15 during spring break week.
iCloud: More than just Water Particles
POFI 1104-23236
iCloud
931677
1
2/24-3/19
Tues.& Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M135
Christopherson-Degan
Cloud computing integrates the power and convenience of managing documents, music, photos, email,
contracts, calendars and more. Learn how to keep your files and information synced and accessible
from anywhere at any time. We will use Apple iCloud for iPads and work with that as well as Google
Cloud, noting the differences in these two cloud products. No classes March 9-15 during spring break
week.
iPhone, iPad, iTunes
POFI 1104-23259
iPhone
931685
1
1/24-2/14
Saturday
9 a.m.-12:20 p.m.
M135
Deason
iPhone, iPad, iTunes will help owners understand their mobile device and how to find and install helpful
applications for everyday life. Learn how to customize, protect and set up multiple e-mail accounts on
your device, as well as new features like Voice Control, Compass and video recording. Music and
various other aspects of iTunes also will be covered.
Income Tax
POFI 1104-23218
Mon. & Wed.
Income Tax Preparation
12-3:20 p.m.
931666
M124
1
2/16-2/25
Kinkade
POFI 1104-23219
Income Tax Preparation
931667
1
2/24-3/5
Tues. & Thurs.
12-3:20 p.m.
M124
Kinkade
Income Tax Preparation uses the H&R Block 2014 software to prepare a typical Form 1040 Federal
Income Tax return. This course will include Social Security benefits, mutual fund distributions, interest
and dividend income, IRA distributions, capital gains, and pension income. Students will be required to
purchase the H&R Block 2014 software. Recommended prerequisites: Windows, Part I and II.
Internet
POFI 1104-23240
Internet
939517
1
4/20-5/6
Mon & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M135
Siebs
Internet will explore how to expand the use of online apps on your personal computer, including
shopping and purchasing safely online, travel arrangements, personal finance, browsing smartly,
healthcare, using maps, playing games, expanded mail and social media. Learn how these applications
apply to your personal computer as well as your tablet and smartphone.
Keyboarding, Introduction
POFT 1127-23202 Intro. To Keyboarding
931741
1
3/24-5/14
Tues. & Thurs.
9-10:20 a.m.
M135
Byars
Introduction to Keyboarding will develop skills in keyboarding techniques, emphasizing the
development of acceptable speed and accuracy.
Mac OS for the Absolute Beginner
POFI 1104-23264
Mac Beginner
931689
1
1/24-2/14
Saturday
1-4:20 p.m.
M135
Deason
Mac OS for the Absolute beginner will cover how to tweak the settings on Mac, how to create a new
folder, download apps for the Mac, install programs, find lost documents, change the dock and more.
Making Life Easy with 21st Century Technology
POFI 1104-23206
Make Life Easy
931662
1
4/6-4/22
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M124
Christopherson-Degan
Making Life Easy with 21st Century Technology will explore the numerous ways to simplify your
search for information. Learn how to plan a vacation, search for the best bargains and download the
newest best-selling book to the latest devices. Also covered will be online banking, discovering apps for
your smartphone, getting driving directions, researching health information and more.
PC Troubleshooting
POFI 1104-23221
Windows Tips
939530
1
4/20-5/6
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M136
Stark
Windows/PC Tips, Tricks & Troubleshooting will address problems such as a slow-running PC;
researching Windows and application errors; virus, spyware and malware removal; hard drive
housekeeping; hardware and software-based performance improvements. "Live, No Net"
troubleshooting may be done in class on students’ own computers (requires instructor pre-approval).
This course is for intermediate and experienced users of Windows 8, 7 or Vista. Prerequisites: Parts I &
II of Windows 8, 7 or Vista and proficiency in navigating the Windows interface and common functions.
Planning for Weather & Storms
POFI 1104-23225
Weather/Storms
931669
1
4/6-4/22
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M137
Ritter
Planning for the Weather and Storms will focus on using technology such as the computer, Internet and
other planned events around weather, especially inclement weather. Course topics will include
understanding weather maps, weather radar, outdoor conditions and cloud patterns. Storm development
and large-scale weather patterns will be discussed. The course will utilize both the classroom and
outdoor study of weather and sky conditions, and students should have a working knowledge of
Windows and the Internet.
Presentations with PowerPoint 2013
POFI 1104-23207
PowerPoint 2013
931663
1
4/21-5/7
Tues & Thurs.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M135
Christopherson-Degan
Presentation skills using PowerPoint 2013 will teach you how to wow your audience using the latest
techniques of professional speakers. Students will use Microsoft PowerPoint 10 to build a presentation
and discover how using visual communication can create a moment to remember. Students will also
have an opportunity to make their own presentation to the class and to examine a book written on this
topic by your instructor.
Publisher for Personal Creations
POFI 1104-23204
Publisher 2013
952570
1
1/26-2/11
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M122
Christopherson-Degan
Create your own personal calendar with pictures and important dates listed. Design greeting cards with
personal pictures you bring to class on a USB drive or pictures from clipart, then individualize the cards
with your own thoughts and sayings. Create a flier or newsletter for family members, church or private
groups using a one-page or multiple-page design. Just bring your pictures if you want and your creative
mind to design these wonderful items.
Users Group & Problem Solving
POFI 1104-23227
Users Group/Prob. Solving 931671
1
2/6-5/1
Friday
1-4:20 p.m.
Q201
Brooks/ Stark
Computer Users Group & Problem Solving meets on Fridays, Feb. 6, March 6, April 10 and May 1.
Each session has a theme/topic and provides demonstrations to increase student knowledge of
computers, software and the Internet. In addition, students will have the opportunity to ask questions
about their own computers and the software problems they are encountering. No class Friday, April 3.
Web Page Design, Part III
POFI 1104-23265
Web Page Design, Part I
939527
1
2/14-3/21
Saturday
1-3:40 p.m.
M137
Ritter
Web Page Design, Part III, will build upon the skills of Web Page, Part I & II by adding to your website.
Students will review how to design a website, format lists and tables, create custom graphics and add
new pages and links. Prerequisite: Web Page, Part I & II. No classes March 9-15 during spring break
week.
Word 2013, Part I
POFI 1104-23231
Word 2013, Part I
939534
1
3/2-3/25
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Herd
Word 2013, Part II, will emphasize the basics of Microsoft's word processing program. Topics
include creating and editing Word documents; naming, saving and printing documents; using menus,
toolbars and shortcuts; formatting, cutting, copying and pasting text; setting margins and indents; and
inserting graphics and text from other documents and applications. Recommended prerequisite:
Windows, Part I and II. No classes on March 16 and 18 during spring break week.
Word 2013, Part II
POFI 1104-23232
Word 2013, Part II
939535
1
3/30-4/15
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:50 p.m.
M134
Herd
Word 2013, Part II, will build on the concepts learned in Word 2013, Part I, to work with columns,
paragraph numbering, graphics, section breaks and creating envelopes and labels. Students also will
learn how to merge a database of names and addresses, how to change the default settings and refine
their knowledge of advanced table techniques. Prerequisite: Word Pt. I.
DANCE
Tap Dance, Level I to IV
DANC 1110-23050 Tap I
Mon. & Wed.
12:10-1:10 p.m.
DANC 1111-23050 Tap II
Mon. & Wed.
12:10-1:10 p.m.
DANC 2110-23050 Tap III
Mon. & Wed.
12:10-1:10 p.m.
DANC 2111-23050 Tap IV
Mon. & Wed.
12:10-1:10 p.m.
932366
T116
942413
T116
942424
T116
942434
T116
1
Body Conditioning, Part I and II
DANC 1141-23251 Conditioning, Part I
Tues.& Thurs.
12-1:15 p.m.
DANC 1142-23251 Conditioning, Part II
Tues. & Thurs.
12-1:15 p.m.
932370
T116
932371
T116
1
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Education courses are multi-generational.
Jogging, Begging & Walking, Beginning
PHED 1121-23001 Beginning Jogging
Mon. & Wed.
10:30-11:50 a.m.
PHED 1123-23001
Beg. Walking for Fitness
Mon. & Wed.
10:30-11:50 a.m.
932458
T130
943479
T130
1
1
1
1
1
1
1/21-5/14
Jones
1/21-5/14
Jones
1/21-5/14
Jones
1/21-5/14
Jones
2/3-4/16
Jones
2/3-4/16
Jones
1/21-5/14
Hernandez
1/21-5/14
Hernandez
Tai Chi, Beginning & Intermediate
PHED 2104-23001 Beginning Tai Chi
932484
1
1/20-5/14
Tues. & Thurs.
12-1:20 p.m.
T100
Kasparian
PHED 2129-23001 Intermediate Tai Chi
932487
1
1/20-5/14
Tues. & Thurs.
12-1:20 p.m.
T100
Kasparian
Tai Chi is an internal or soft Chinese martial art form characterized by low, non-impact movements
designed to build strength and balance and to reduce stress.
Tennis, Beginning & Intermediate
PHED 1110-23202
Beginning Tennis
932452
1
1/24-5/14
Saturday
9-11:40 a.m.
T131
Brandt
PHED 1137-23202
Intermed. Tennis
932467
1
1/24-5/14
Saturday
9-11:40 a.m.
T131
Brandt
Yoga, Beginning & Intermediate
PHED 2101-23001 Beginning Yoga
932482
1
1/21-5/14
Mon. & Wed.
10:30-11:50 a.m.
T206
McDonald
PHED 2126-23001 Intermediate Yoga
932485
1
1/21-5/14
Mon. & Wed.
10:30-11:50 a.m.
T206
McDonald
Yoga will utilize low-impact aerobic warm-ups, poses and calisthenics to improve flexibility, balance
and posture as well as equalize muscle strength throughout the body.
SPANISH LANGUAGE
New at Farmers Branch Senior Center, 14055 Dennis Lane, Farmers Branch, Texas 75234, 972-919-8740
Instructor:
Heida Serrano
Spanish, Part I
SPNL 1391-23204 Spanish, Part I
3
2/3-4/30
Tues. & Thurs
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
FB Sr. Cntr.
Serrano
Spanish, Part II
SPNL 1391-23203
Tues. & Thurs.
Spanish, Part II
2 p.m.-4 p.m.
3
FB Sr. Cntr.
2/3-4/30
Serrano
Still at Brookhaven College:
Instructor
Pat Cope
Spanish, Beginning/Intermediate
SPNL 1391-23201 Beg. Spanish
3
2/2-4/15
Mon. & Wed.
1:30-3:45 p.m.
M116
Cope
Beginning/Intermediate Spanish will enable you to build beginning vocabulary, basic grammar and
pronunciation skills. Comprehension will increase as you participate in listening and speaking exercises
with classmates and the instructor. Instructional materials will be used as a way to increase skills.
Additional work may be done on a self-paced basis outside of class. No classes March 9-15 during
spring break week.
Spanish, Special Topics
SPNL 1391-23202 Speciall Topics
3
2/3-4/16
Tues. & Thurs.
1:30-3:45 p.m.
M116
Cope
Topics will include a grammar and vocabulary review, a survey of literature, current topics, cultural
videos and discussion. New topics will be introduced each semester. Additional work may be done on a
self-paced basis outside of class. Recommended Prerequisite: Intermediate Spanish or permission of
instructor. No classes February 19 or March 9-15 during spring break.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
To register for these noncredit courses call 972-860-4807. Some courses may have additional times.
Check online at http://www.BrookhavenCollege.edu and select Continuing Education. Please note these
courses have fees, as they are not covered by the Senior Adult Waiver.
ANTIQUES
Survey of American Antiques
SRCZ
Antiques
$45
4/7-4/28
Tuesday
1:30-3 p.m.
Cowan
Using authentic antiques as hands-on teaching tools, you will gain insight into collecting and
authenticating 18th and 19th century American furniture, folk art and decorative accessories. The
instructor for this course is Donald King Cowan, an Accredited Member of the International Society of
Appraisers.
Class I: Coverlets, quilts, samplers and other textiles
Class II: American furniture, basketry, stoneware and other pottery
Class III: Hand forged iron, brass, copper and silver
Class IV: Antiques appraisal fair of pieces belonging to class members
ARTS
Drawing
ARTZ-1000-22021
Drawing
$175
1/24-5/9
Saturday
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
F130
Douglas
Improve your observation skills and gain the skills to translate what you see onto paper. Regardless of
skill level, anyone can learn fundamental drawing techniques to enhance their creative capabilities. This
course, for beginners as well as those who are more advanced, takes a look at drawing through a series
of related steps and diverse techniques.
Supplies: For the first class meeting, please bring a sketchbook, pencils and two erasers, Kneaded,
Magic, or a similar brand. Additional supplies are required for this course; the instructor will hand out a
supply list at the first class meeting. No textbook is required.
Painting: Oil or Acrylic
ARTZ 1000-22023
Painting
$150
1/27-5/5
Tuesday
10 a.m.-1p.m.
F114
Chu
Oil or acrylic, learn a wide variety of technical and conceptual areas, including still-life, landscape,
portraiture and abstraction. This is a great one-on-one course with lots of individual attention. Beginners
to advanced painters are welcome. Supplies: The course supply lists available at first class meeting, but
bring whatever art supplies you already have to the first class.
JEWELRY
Open Lab
Prerequisites: Completion of Intermediate Jewelry Making, Art Metals II or permission of the instructor.
ARTZ 1000-22034
Open Lab
$80
2/6-3/27
Friday
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
W110
Cofer
ARTZ 1000-23108
Open Lab
$80
4/10-5/15
Friday
9 a.m.- 12 p.m.
W110
Cofer
COOKING
Cook to Live
SRCZ 1000-23135
Cook to Live
$50
4/11-5/2
Saturday
10:10-11:40 a.m.
TBA
Szabo
Students will learn how to prepare simple, delicious foods aimed at inspiring a lifelong celebration of
easy home-cooked meals in a healthy diet for adults. This course will explore the six basic ingredients
every cook should have on hand. Students will be encouraged to make the right food choices despite
challenges like advertising and readily available processed foods. It will provide creative ideas for
serving vegetables and basic techniques for making soups and cooking meats. Instructor will provide
guidance on how to shop for necessary ingredients and to make healthy, satisfying meals and snacks.
Food demonstrations will be presented at every class.
FINANCIAL -RETIREMENT
Financial Mistakes to Avoid during Retirement
SRCZ 1000-23128
Retirement
$39
3/26-4/2
Thursday
1:30 -3:30 p.m.
TBA
Riddle
SRCZ 1000-23127
Retirement
$39
4/1-4/8
Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
TBA
Riddle
The instructor is Lance Riddle, CFP, with Capital Guard Company. The $39 fee includes the cost of a
workbook. This course will cover topics to help reduce financial mistakes by considering retirement
income planning, including reducing stock market risk and fees in your portfolio; types of annuities to
avoid; ways to guarantee an income for life; tax/inflation risk; estate planning strategies, best options for
long term care insurance; Medicare and healthcare for retirees and strategies to maximize Social
Security income.
Prepare Yourself and Your Marriage for Retirement
SRCZ 1000-23134
Retirement
$45
4/7-4/28
Tuesday
6:30-8 p.m.
TBA
Henson
Prepare yourself for the retirement lifestyle and how it can affect your marriage. Topics of discussion
include transitioning to retirement, alone time vs. time spent with others, travel and time spent with
family, whether to relocate and finding a new life purpose. Couples also will learn how to coordinate
differing expectations and needs.
HORTICULTURE
Gardening with the Masters
SRCZ 1000-23129 Gardening with Masters
$15
3/18-4/8
Wednesday
1:30-3 p.m.
TBA
Various
This course is taught by Dallas County Master Gardeners and is designed to help with landscape needs.
It will focus on the spring and summer seasons and provide information about protection for your plants
and how to improve your landscape.
LECTURE SERIES
Are American Newspapers Facing Extinction? - Part II
SRCZ 1000-22022
Newspaper Extinction, Pt. II $15
2/3-3/3
Tuesday
1:30-3:06 p.m.
TBA
Hoffman
This course will explore the opportunities and dangers to traditional American journalism by
The Internet, changes in television broadcasting and the decline of newspaper influence.
February 3: The Rapid Rise of Gossip and Entertainment News
February 10: Major Newspaper Companies and Local/Community Newspapers
February 17: Scamps and Scalawags
February 24: Where's the News on the Web?
March 3:
Will there be Newspapers?
Beyond the Headlines: How much do you know about the issues that affect us
SRCZ 1000-23140
Beyond Headlines
$20
2/12-4/16
Thursday
1:30-3 p.m.
TBA
Hoffman
How we get our news and what it says to us is dramatically changing. This course will challenge
students to make choices in determining the source of their news information. It will also assist them in
selecting what events and topics deserve research and discussion in order to understand their impact on
our lives.
LANGUAGE
Conversational French
SRCZ 1000-23130
French
$79
3/17-5/14
Tues. & Thurs.
2-3:30 p.m.
TBA
Chaney
This course will help you develop and practice the French language. You also will learn about French
culture. Skills will be developed through reading, writing, listening and speaking activities. There will
be an introduction of basic grammatical concepts and useful travel and business vocabulary. Textbook:
French the Fast & Fun Way, 3rd ed. by E. Leate, Hong Kong;
Baron's Educational Series ISBN 0-7641-2559 or with CD package ISBN 0-7641-7689
MUSIC
My Soul Music
SRCZ
Soul Music
$35
3/26-4-23
Thursday
1:30-3 p.m.
Armstrong
Learn about composers and the music they wrote that reflect the cultural influence, history and
development of a variety of musical genres through the ages.
March 26: Classy Classicals
April 2:
Awesome Arias
April 9:
Soulful Spirituals
April 16: Joyful Jazz
April 23: Let the Good Times Roll
Piano, Part I
SRCZ 1000-22020
Piano, Part I
$98
1/23-3/20
Friday
3 - 5 p.m.
D207
DiTucci
Adult piano class is a comprehensive course in reading music and playing the piano. With this logical
and effective approach to note-reading, the student will learn basic skills to play hundreds of melodies
by the completion of the course. You will learn to play chords and gain an understanding of basic
harmony, while developing reading skills. The required book is: Adult Piano Adventures by Faber and
Faber. No class on February 20 and March 13.
Piano, Part II
SRCZ 1000Intermed. Piano
$98
3/27-5/15
Friday
3-5 p.m.
D207
DiTucci
Adult piano class is a comprehensive course in reading music and playing the piano. With this logical
and effective approach to note-reading, the student will learn basic skills to play hundreds of melodies
by the completion of the course. You will learn to play chords and gain an understanding of basic
harmony, while developing reading skills. The required book is: Adult Piano Adventures by Faber and
Faber. April 3.
TRAVEL & PHOTOGRAPHY
Window to the World
SRCZ
Window to World
$25
3/24-4/28
Tuesday
1:30-3 p.m.
TBA
Capron
Find the perfect place to travel and capture the perfect picture. If you have traveled in the past, looking
to travel in the future, want to improve your photography skills or simply enjoy beautiful, interesting
pictures you will enjoy looking through this “Window to the World.” We’ll travel from the U.S. to
Machu Picchu, Ankor Wat, Europe, Russia and beyond to find the perfect future trip for you and capture
a perfect picture.
WRITING
The Plot Thickens
SRCZ 1000-23141
Plot Thickens
$35
2/27-4/17
Friday
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
TBA
Sneath
A plot is not a story, nor does every story have a strong plot. In this class, we will learn to develop plots
that captivate, motivate and invigorate. Learn the difference between plot, story, story line and theme.
Plots are events, and stories reveal how characters react to those events, and homework assignments and
class discussion will soon have you writing stories with strong plots because there is nothing like a
writers’ workshop to thicken the plot. No class March 13 and April 3.
Poetry for the Free Spirited
SRCZ 1000-23131
Poetry
$35
4/24-5/29
Friday
1010 a.m.-12:10 p.m.
TBA
Sneath
Want to learn to write poetry or just to improve your writing skills? This is a step-by-step, hands-on
workshop to answers these questions: What should I write about? What is the right form for my poems?
What common problems affect the work of new poets, and how can I avoid them?
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Memoir Writing
CRWZ 1000-23011
Memoir Writing
$35
2/5-3/26
Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
TBA
Parker
Or
CRWZ 1000-23010
Memoir Writing
$35
3/24-4/28
Tuesday
1:30-3:30 p.m.
M115D
Parker
This course focuses on writing your memoirs which are autobiographical, honest and not restricted to
chronology. You will write about an event, period of time or situation in your life, then read it to the
class for question or comment, but no criticism. Students will be given 'thought notes' and guides for
topics to consider. Most writing will be done outside of class, although some may be done in class, so
students need to bring a notepad and pen to class. Your writing is not turned in and grammar and
spelling are of no concern. As you listen to what others have written, memories may come to you and
you will learn more about yourself
Release Your Past for a New You
SRCZ 1000-23133
Release Past
$40
4/2-5/21
Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
TBA
Parker
This course will use an interactive step-process with handouts and exercises from the instructor's book,
Move Past Your Past - a process for freeing your life. You will create empowerment in various areas
of your life, such as awareness, fear, anger, doubt, forgiveness and self-sabotage