Minerva Course Calendar | Spring 2014
Minerva Senior
Studies Institute
Rm 628, Alberta College Campus
10050 MacDonald Drive
Edmonton, AB, T5J 2B7
Ph: 780-497-5082
Email: minerva@macewan.ca
OUR MISSION
Thanks and Appreciation:
The mission of Minerva Senior Studies Institute is
to provide learning opportunities for adults 50 plus
by developing, sponsoring, promoting, offering
and participating in educational activities designed
to enhance seniors’ intellectual pursuits that enrich their lives. At Minerva we believe in learning for a
lifetime.
To all the friends of Minerva especially Dr. Rick
Lewis, Dr. Paul Martin, Dr. Maria Kozakiewicz,
Dr. Lucy Kozeratska, Freemason Hall, Stars
volunteers, Beth Shalom Synagogue, Rudy Arcilla
from St. Joseph’s Basilica, CTV staff, NAIT Culinary Arts Program staff and students. Minerva also
expresses gratitude to the South East Edmonton
Seniors Association (SEESA) for their generous
contribution of classroom space. Your contributions
help Minerva promote lifelong learning.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Minerva at Alberta College
Campus
Minerva has moved to Alberta College Campus,
MacEwan University. You will be able to find
Minerva at 628E and 628F. Donna-Mae Winquist,
Manager will continue to be on CCC in the
afternoons at 7-102D if you require assistance. Our
telephone numbers will remain the same. Please
make sure you check which campus your course or
activity is at, CCC means City Centre Campus and
ACC means Alberta College Campus.
Laurie Allen Awards
At Minerva we are pleased to offer the Laurie
Allen Award for writing. This award is given to
students in every writing class offered at Minerva
who demonstrate outstanding talents. Our newest
Laurie Allen Award
winners for winter 2014
are Johanna Wishart and
Nepa Sompar for
Advanced Creative
Writing. The winner for
the Blue Pencil Café will
be announced in the fall.
Congratulations!
Spring Calendar
April 18
Good Friday - University Closed
April 21
Easter Monday - University Closed
May 19
Victoria Day - University Closed
May 30
Volunteer Appreciation Lunch
June 2-8
Senior’s Week June 19
Merck Frosst Presentation Living Life to the Fullest
(See page 2 and 4)
July 1
University Closed - Canada Day
August 4
University Closed - Heritage Day
Did you know...
Congratulations to Minerva
Writers!
Minerva Senior Studies Institute offers
writing classes each term in various
locations throughout the city (see page 5)
and we are very pleased to bring to your
attention the wonderful books that some
of the writers are producing.
Congratulations to Pat Trudeau, of the
Advanced Creative Writing and Blue
Pencil Café on her new book, Crime in the Cul-de-sac.
Pat’s book is available through Moosehead Books.
Special Event
Minerva Senior Studies Institute
Offers
A Free Presentation
Living Life to the Fullest
Seniors Week 2014
On June 2 - 8, 2014 Albertans will celebrate seniors.
Seniors make a difference in our community whether it is
by helping their neighbor or volunteering. The official
launch will be held at the Westend Seniors Activity Centre.
There will be many activities planned including the
Creative Age Festival watch for more details on
www.creativeageedmonton.ca
Presented by:
Dr. Jane Simington
Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon
Our annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon will be held
on Friday, May 30, 2014.
Volunteers have made a very
significant difference at Minerva.
Some of the volunteer positions
we have include receptionists,
facilitators, equipment
technicians, and instructors. If
you have contributed at Minerva
in 2013 - 2014 please accept our thanks and we hope you
look forward to receiving your invitation to the luncheon.
If you do not receive your invitation please call us at
780.497.5082.
Tick . . . tick . . .tick!
Waiting to the last minute means
missing out on a great
opportunity. We will cancel
under-subscribed courses,
presentations and walk-abouts 3 to 5
days before they run.
Thursday, June 19, 2014
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. including reception
MacEwan University, CCC
Room 6-106, 10700 - 104 Avenue
For information or registration
contact Minerva at 780-497-5082
Sponsored by:
Merck Frosst Chair in Senior Studies
To download a registration form, check out upcoming events or for more information on courses, staff and volunteering check out our website
www.MacEwan.ca/Minerva
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Spring Courses
COMPUTERS
Introduction to iPads
SISS 0005 M030
SISS 0005 M031
This course will provide the basic skills
required to make use of your iPad.
Students will learn how to use the
buttons, connect to the Wifi network,
work with basic apps and much more.
You must bring your own iPad and a
$15 iTunes card which is available
from various retailers. IMPORTANT
NOTE: Students will be required to
know their Apple ID and password, if
someone else set up your iPad for you,
contact them to find out what your
Apple ID and password is.
SISS 0005 M030
Instructor: Shawn Gramiak
Fee:
$60 plus $3.00 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Lab 5-121
Friday, May 2, 2014
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
SISS 0005 M031
Instructor: Shawn Gramiak
Fee:
$60 plus $3.00 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Lab 5-121
Friday, June 27, 2014
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where Did I Put That File?
SISS 0005 M032
This course is for the student with
some knowledge of the computer.
File management is a very important
computer skill. You will learn how to
create storage folders and name them,
organize files into those folders,
rename files when required, and find
files that may have been misplaced.
Instructor: Shawn Gramiak
Fee:
$30 plus $1.50 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Lab 5-122
Friday, May 9, 2014
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Windows 8
SISS 0005 M033
This course is designed and
recommended for those with some
computer experience. Windows 8 has
really confused a lot of people. It
looks and behaves differently than
previous versions of Windows. This
class will take you through a variety
of tips and tricks to make Windows 8
more manageable. You must bring
your own laptop with Windows 8.
Instructor: Shawn Gramiak
Fee:
$30 plus $1.50 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Lab 5-122
Friday, May 9, 2014
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Excel Introduction
SISS 0005 M034
This course is recommended for
those who have some computer
experience. In this course you will
learn the basics of Excel. This
includes entering data, creating
formulae and functions, formatting
your table of data, and making edits
and corrections. A quick tour of the
buttons at the top of the screen will
also be presented.
Instructor: Shawn Gramiak
Fee:
$30 plus $1.50 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Lab 6-241
Friday, May 23, 2014
9:00 a.m. -12:00 noon
Excel II
SISS 0005 M035
This course is recommended for
those who have some computer
experience with Excel thus it is
recommended that students have
taken Excel I. This course will look
at the database features of Excel.
Learn about working with address
lists, mailing labels and more. The
basics of a mail merge will also be
covered in this course. .
Instructor: Shawn Gramiak
Fee:
$30 plus $1.50 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Lab 5-121
Friday, June 13, 2014
9:00 a.m. -12:00 noon
To download a registration form, check out upcoming events or for more information on courses, staff and volunteering check out our website…
www.MacEwan.ca/Minerva
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Hello Kijiji!
SISS 0005 M036
Kijiji is a website that you use to
buy and sell items. Kijiji is like an
online garage sale. You will learn to
look for items on Kijiji, how to
respond to an ad. You will create an
ad and learn how to sell items you
want to get rid of.
Instructor: Shawn Gramiak
Fee:
$30 plus $1.50 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Lab 6-241
Friday, May 23, 2014
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Blogging
SISS 0005 M037
This course is recommended for those
who have some computer experience.
You will learn the basics of blogging.
A blog is like an online diary or
journal. Think of a blog as being a
website for your own personal
writings.
Instructor: Shawn Gramiak
Fee:
$30 plus $1.50 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Lab 5-121
Friday, June 13, 2014
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
GENERAL
Reincarnation: Life-Death Cycle
SISS 0009 M031
Why do you do the things you do?
Why do certain things happen to you?
Why do certain people come into your
life? How did your life mate, children,
parents choose you? Will you see him/
her again? Explore some of these
theories to understand and come to a
different perspective on you life as
lived in the here and thereafter.
Instructor: Dr. Mertella Montague
Fee:
$85 plus $4.25 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Room 7-146
Wednesdays, Apr. 30 - Jun. 18, 2014
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
HEALTH
HISTORY
Alternative Approaches to Health
and Wellness: Know How Your
Body Functions!
SISS 0009 M032
Explore alternative approaches to
health and wellness. Holistic
practitioners are looking at you for
clues to the state of your health that
only they can understand. This is based
on Chinese wisdom handed down
through the ages, dating back to about
500 B.C. Learn to ask pertinent
questions and make informed decisions
about your health and wellness.
Instructor: Dr. Mertella Montague
Fee:
$85 plus $4.25 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Room 7-142
Wednesdays, Apr. 30 - Jun. 18, 2014
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
History of the Ukraine
SISS 0025 M009
The Ukraine is the largest country
within Europe and it was first
inhabited 44,000 years ago. It has a
rich and varied history. Join us to
learn more about the Ukraine’s history and how that led to the events
of today.
Instructor: Dr. W. Yahnishchak
Fee:
$43 plus $2.15 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
ACC, Room 311
Thursdays, May 1 - 22, 2014
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Living Life to the Fullest
It is often said that our mark of success
or failure is not so much what has
happened to us, but what we become
because of what has happened to us.
We are ever-changing and evolving.
Each moment is an opportunity to
begin anew. Living life to the fullest is
about living a life that is meaningful
and purposeful. Living life to the fullest
is about living a life in which you can
feel hope and joy.
Instructor: Dr. Jane Simington
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Room 6-106
Thursday, June 19, 2014
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
THIS ACTIVITY IS FREE WHEN
YOU HAVE REGISTERED IN
ANOTHER MINERVA SPRING
ACTIVITY.
History of Afghanistan
SISS 0025 M0010
Afghanistan, often called the
crossroads, of Central Asia, has had a
turbulent history. In 328 BC,
Alexander the Great entered the
territory of present day Afghanistan,
then part of the Persian Empire and
established a Helenistic state in
Present day Balkh. Invasions by the
Scythians, White Huns, and Turks
followed in succeeded centuries.
Instructor: Dr. W. Yahnishchak
Fee:
$43 plus $2.15 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
ACC, Room 311
Thursdays, May 29 - Jun. 19, 2014
PRE-REGISTRATION THROUGH
THE MINERVA OFFICE AT
780.497.5082 IS REQUIRED.
To download a registration form, check out upcoming events or for more information on courses, staff and volunteering check out our website…
www.MacEwan.ca/Minerva
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MATH/SCIENCE
POLITICAL SCIENCE
Soul or Where Science, Philosophy
and Religion Meet
SISS 0009 M033
Join us to participate in a discussion
about the existence of soul and what
Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Descartes,
Kant and others say about soul. How do
Christianity, Buddhism, Tao and other
religions understand the notion of soul.
We will discuss Dr. Robert Lanza one
of the most significant science
researches alive today and his theory of
biocentrism. According to Dr. Lanza ,
it is the consciousness (soul) which has
created the universe.
Instructors: Dr. Lucy Kozeratska &
Mike Chorny
Fee:
$43 plus $2.15 GST
Location:
MacEwan University
CCC, Room 9-215
Tuesday’s, May 13 – 27, 2014
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Walking to the Ballot Box
SISS 0009 M035
Written by Gladys Teske “I Walked with them to the Ballot Box” recounts her experiences as a Federal Returning
Officer in Canada as well as her
election experiences in other countries.
At the presentation Gladys’s book will be available for purchase.
Instructor: Gladys Teske
Fee:
$20 each plus $1.00 GST
Location: MacEwan University
CCC, Room 9-217
.Wednesday, June 11, 2014
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WRITING
Advanced Creative Writing
SISS 0023 M004
Designed for students with writing
experience, this course presents inclass writing exercises and instruction
with encouragement. Emphasis will be
RELIGION
on verbal group feedback with
The History of Christianity and some professional editorial analysis that
focuses on the craft and development
Main Christian Denominations
of your work to foster your creativity.
SISS 0009 M034
This course will examine how
Instructor: Rusti Lehay
Christianity became a religion. It will
Fee:
$85 plus $4.25 GST
also look at the beliefs of some of the
Location:
Southeast Edmonton
main Christian denominations and how
Seniors Association
they differ from each other. For
9350 - 82 Street
example Catholicism/the Orthodox
Tuesdays, Apr. 8 - May 27, 2014
Church, Anglicanism/Episcopalism
9:30 a.m - 12:00 noon
Lutheranism, Calvinism,
Presbyterianism, Methodism,
Blue Pencil Café
Pentecostalism, Evangelicalism,
SISS 0024 M005
Baptist, Mormonism, Mennonite,
Your writing will take center stage at
Seventh Day Adventist, Jehovah
the Blue Pencil Café. Constructive
Witness and Christian Science.
editorial critiques will be offered to
Instructors: Dr. Adenike Yesufu
each student, along with fresh ideas
Fee:
$43 plus $2.15 GST
to spark your imagination.
Location:
MacEwan University
Instructor: Melle Huizinga
CCC, Room 9-208
Fee:
$85 plus $4.25 GST
Tuesday’s, June 3 – 27, 2014
Location:
MacEwan University
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
CCC, Room 7-185
Wednesdays, May 7 – Jun. 25, 2014
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
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THE PRESENTATION SERIES
Presentations by popular speakers feature timely and interesting topics everything from Edmonton’s Designated Historic Buildings to Odyssey’s Guide to Travelling Solo. The series is presented in a variety of ways including lectures, slides, videos, and stimulating discussion during the break. All of the Presentation series will be held at:
Monday, May 12, 2014
History of Black Canadians
City Centre Campus, Rooms Indicated
SISS 0011 M020
Room: 7-122
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Across the country and throughout time,
Fee: $20 plus $1.00 GST each
Blacks have played pivotal roles in the
unfolding of Canadian history. Woven
Monday, April 28, 2014
into the fabric of the country itself, they
Edmonton’s Designated Historic Buildings & More
have made serious contributions to this
SISS 0011 M018
Room: 7-122
Join David Hodsworth, Principal Heritage Planner, with great nation. In the early 1600's African
navigator, Mathieu De Costa, was the
the City of Edmonton as he presents
first Black to come to what would
before and after photos of building
become Canada. Over two centuries
restoration projects in the city. David
later, Sir James Douglas recruited 800
will also share with you available
former American slaves and freemen to
Historical Walking Tours that you
settle in Victoria, BC. Join Fil Fraser life
can take advantage of and discuss
long broadcaster, journalist, and television, radio and film
other Heritage projects that the City
producer as he shares with you his knowledge of the many
of Edmonton is involved including
contributions Black Canadians have made to this country as
the Edmonton's Architectural Heritage a website that
well as sharing with you a few of his many unique
documents the many architectural styles found in
experiences.
Edmonton.
Guest Speaker: David Holdsworth, City of Edmonton Guest Speaker: Fil Fraser
MacEwan University
Monday, May 5, 2014
Odyssey’s Guide to Traveling Solo and Tips and Tricks for Traveling Alone
SISS 0011 M019
Room: 9-207
Have you ever wanted to travel to somewhere you
dreamed of going but felt you couldn’t because you did not have a travelling companion? Traveling solo should
not stop you from following your dreams. Join us for an
interactive and fun experience and learn tips for
travelling solo. The focus of this interactive session will
be on empowering women to travel solo. You will find
that although traveling alone can be challenging it also
has its advantages. You will also learn tips and strategies
to plan your adventure travel that will make even the
budget conscious happy.
Guest Speaker: Carol A. Cameron
Monday, May 26, 2014
How Can I Save My Sight?
SISS 0011 M021
Room: 7-122
What are the important things that you can do to preserve
your sight? Learn how you see and what factors affect your
vision. Do you know how to protect your eyes from the
sun? Do you know how to prevent eye injuries? How do
you take proper care of your sight? We will also discuss
common eyes myths and learn about the newest in eye
research. Join Dr. Zaira Makhacheva as she discusses all
these important eye topics.
Guest Speaker: Dr. Zaira Makhacheva
To download a registration form, check out upcoming events or for more information on courses, staff and volunteering check out our website…
www.MacEwan.ca/Minerva
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THE PRESENTATION SERIES
Monday, June 2, 2014
The Honourable Douglas Roche, O.C.
Peace in the World Today
SISS 0011 M022
Room: 9-207
What is the state of peace in
the world? Are we safer
today than ever before? What
challenges are we facing as
citizens of the world. What
can we do to make the world
safer? To learn more join us
as we welcome the Hon.
Douglas Roche, O.C. who is
an author, parliamentarian
and diplomat who has
specialized throughout his 35 year career in peace and
human security issues. Mr. Roche has been a Senator,
Member of Parliament, Canadian Ambassador for
Disarmament and Visiting Professor at the University of
Alberta. He is also the author of 20 books and holds 8
honourary doctorates as well as receiving numerous
awards for his work for peace.
Guest Speaker: Hon. Douglas Roche
(Please note the presentation will be one hour with a
reception to follow. )
Monday, June 9, 2014
Religion in the 21st Century: Judaism
SISS 0011 M023
Room: 9-207
We will be joined by Cantor David Mannes from the
Beth Shalom Synagogue,
Edmonton’s largest egalitarian conservative
congregation where
contemporary Jews
embrace Jewish tradition.
The Beth Shalom
Synagogue follows the
Conservative/Masorti
Movement which strives in everything to express and
communicate a deep commitment to the values,
concepts, and rituals of the Jewish tradition. It is equally
committed to the values of individual conscience,
democracy, equal rights and protection for all humanity.
Guest Speaker: Cantor David Mannes
Monday, June 16, 2014
Edmonton: The Avenue We Had: A Living History
SISS 0011 M024
Room 9-207
Do you remember 118 Avenue of the past? The Ave We
Had history project purpose is to research and document
the rich and diverse past of Alberta Avenue and its
adjacent communities. You will hear about the process
of gathering and preserving the stories of people who
grew up along 118th Avenue. As well, join us and
experience the oral history interviews, a photo show,
theatrical interpretation and a multimedia walking tour.
Guest Speaker: Karen Mykietka
Monday, June 23, 2014
Butterflies, Birds and Blooms
SISS 0011 M025
Room 9-207
Back by popular demand! Venture on another
photographic adventure with photographer Don
Delaney. You will see images of local butterflies, moths,
wildflowers, birds and more. The presentation will also
discuss photography tips.
Guest Speaker: Don Delaney
To download a registration form, check out upcoming events or for more information on courses, staff and volunteering check out our website…
www.MacEwan.ca/Minerva
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WALK-ABOUT SERIES
Walk-Abouts offer a perfect opportunity for active adults to exercise mind and body. The amount of walking varies.
Some take place out-of-doors, some are indoors, while others offer a combination. Participants should have good
walking shoes and comfortable clothing. If weather conditions require the cancellation of an outdoor Walk-About,
participants will be notified prior to start time. All Walk-Abouts begin promptly at designated times and locations.
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
Walk About: NAIT Culinary Arts
SISS 0010 M030
Find out what’s “cooking” by exploring the art of cooking with the culinary arts
students at NAIT. The tour will include a
visit through their kitchens, a sensory
stroll through the Bakery and a cool
spring through Retail Meat Cutting. After
the tour, students will serve you a lunch
in Ernest’s dining room. Please note parking is extremely limited and if required it will be the student’s responsibility. NAIT is providing this Walk About as a
community service.
Host:
Culinary Arts Program Staff
Meeting Place:
Ernest’s Dining Room
11762 106th Street
Meeting Time:
9:30 a.m., Dining area by Ernest’s
Tour and Lunch:
9:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fee:
$40.00 plus $2.00 GST
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
Walk-About: Edmonton Waste
Management Centre
SISS 0010 M031
Join us for a tour of
Edmonton’s Waste Management
Centre. You will have an
opportunity to view the
Material Recovery Facility, the Composting Plant, the
Leachate Treatment Plan, the Gas Plant and all that is
involved in managing the City of Edmonton’s waste requirements. The Edmonton Waste Management Centre
is providing the tour as a community service.
Host:
Program Specialist
Edmonton Waste Management
Centre
Bus Departure:
12:00 Noon at ACC
Meet in Cafeteria on Main Floor
10050 MacDonald Drive
Tour:
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Fee:
$30.00 plus $1.50 GST
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Walk About: CTV Tour
SISS 0010 M032
Welcome an opportunity to go
“behind the scenes” at CTV. You tour the station and have an opportunity to view firsthand how a television show gets on the air. You may even have an
opportunity to meet a local celebrity. This tour will
include an opportunity to observe a portion of the live
Noon Show. CTV is providing this Walk–About as a
community service.
Host:
CTV Staff Member
Bus Departure:
11:00 a.m. ACC
Meet in Cafeteria on main floor
10050 MacDonald Drive
Time:
12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
(Tour & lunch)
Fee:
$40.00 plus $2.00 GST
Thursday, May 15, 2014
Walk-About: Experience Stars
SISS 0010 M033
Join us in a visit to the new Edmonton Base at the
Edmonton International Airport, to learn about their
accomplishments and achievements with STARS and
related programs. Find out more about how STARS
provides excellence in emergency air medical care and
transport. Please note: Proper closed toed footwear is
essential. Stars is providing the tour as a community
service
Host:
Star’s Volunteer Bus Departure:
9:30 a.m. at ACC
Meet in Cafeteria main floor
10050 MacDonald Drive
Tour:
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Fee:
$30.00 plus $1.50 GST
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Wednesday, May 21, 2014
Walk About: St. Josephat Cathedral
SISS 0010 M034
Join us as we visit St. Josephat Cathedral which serves
as the central church for the Ukrainian Catholic
Eparchy of Edmonton. The Ukrainian Greek Catholic
Church is an autonomous Particular Church with the
Catholic Church. It is the Catholic descendent of the
Church of Kyiv, born of the Church of Constantinople
(the Apostle Andrew), born or the Church of Jerusalem,
born of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost Day. Join us as
we view this beautiful church. St. Josephat Cathedral
is providing this Walk–About as a community service.
Host:
TBA
Meeting Place:
St. Josephat’s Cathedral
10825 - 97th Street
Tour and Lunch:
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Fee:
$20.00 plus $1.00 GST
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Walk-About: Fun Day at the Races
SISS 0010 M035
Saturday brunch starts off this special day. Enjoy an
afternoon of horse racing
with your racing program.
There will be a group host
for the afternoon. There is
a group minimum required,
so register early!
Host:
Meeting Place
Edmonton Northlands Park Staff
Colours Restaurant (2nd Floor)
7310 116 Avenue
Time:
12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m.
Brunch (Buffet)
Races:
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fee:
$40.00 plus $2.00 GST
Free parking is available south end of the exhibition
and is accessible from Borden Park Road
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Walk About: Little Italy
SISS 0010 M036
Enjoy a taste of Europe in
Edmonton. Visit the unique
sights of Little Italy. Learn
about the Italian culture and
finish off with a traditional
Italian meal. The Italian Centre
Shop is providing this Walk
About as a community service.
Host:
Theresa Spinelli
Meeting Time/Place:
10:30 a.m. - The Park
Italian Centre Shop
9110 - 110 Avenue
Tour & Lunch:
10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Fee:
$26.00 plus $1.30 GST
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Walk About: St. Joseph’s Basilica
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Join us as we visit St. Joseph’s Cathedral Basilica. The basilica is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic
Archdiocese of Edmonton and is one of the largest
churches in Edmonton. Of architectural note are the 60
stained glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and
New Testaments. Building began in 1913 and was finally
completed and the building officially opened on May 1,
1963 the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker.
Host:
Rudy Arcilla
Time:
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 (Lunch)
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Tour)
Meeting Place:
Joey Jasper (Restaurant)
Known as Joey’s Only
11228 Jasper Avenue
Basilica is across the street from the
restaurant
Fee:
$32.00 plus $1.60 GST
To download a registration form, check out upcoming events or for more information on courses, staff and volunteering check out our website…
www.MacEwan.ca/Minerva
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Monday, June 16, 2014
Walk-About: Town of Legal
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Come for a stroll through Legal. Visit more than 30
murals and learn a little more about Legal’s history. The town flourishes with a wonderful display of murals that
they are so proud of. Tourists from around the world have
come to Legal for a taste of Northern Alberta culture.
Host:
David Frechette
Departure:
9:15 a.m. at ACC
Meet in Cafeteria main floor
10050 MacDonald Drive
Tour:
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Lunch:
11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
Fee:
$47.00 plus $2.35 GST
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Walk About: Emergency Fire Rescue Services (911)
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What really happens when you dial 911? Emergency
communicators provide the critical link between the
public, and those who provide police, fire, and emergency
medical assistance. You will witness call evaluators and
dispatchers in action using their skills, knowledge and hitech equipment to assess and respond to a variety of
situations. The City of Edmonton is providing this Walk
About as a community service.
Host:
Danielle Burns
Meeting Place:
Emergency Fire Rescue Services
2nd Floor, 10539 105 Street
Tour and Lunch:
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
Fee:
$20.00 plus $1.00 GST
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Walk About: RCMP Police Dog Service Training
Centre
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Enjoy a day by leaving Edmonton at
9:00 a.m to travel to Innisfail AB,
stopping in Red Deer for a delicious
lunch at Red Deer’s Golden Circle Senior Centre. Depart to the Police
Dog Service Training Centre for a
public demonstration where the RCMP dogs are trained.
Enjoy seeing the dogs in action. The Royal Canadian
Mounted Police is providing this Walk–About as a
community service.
Host:
Training Centre
Bus Departure:
9:00 a.m. ACC
Meet in Cafeteria main floor
10050 MacDonald Drive
Lunch:
11:45 a.m in Red Deer
Depart to Innisfail: 12:45 p.m. for 1:30 p.m. arrival
Presentation:
2:00 - 2:45 p.m. & return to
Edmonton
Fee:
$47.00 plus $2.35 GST
Tuesday, June 24 , 2014
Walk About: Town of Stony Plain
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Take a leisurely stroll along Main Street and downtown
Stony Plain to experience our most centrally located
murals “up close and personal”. Our experienced Guides will take you on a stroll through the “Town with the Painted Past” and provide anecdotes and historical information. Lunch will follow at the Multicultural
Heritage Centre’s Homesteader’s Kitchen.
Host:
Visitor Services Staff Member
Departure:
9:45 a.m. ACC
Meet in Cafeteria main floor
10050 MacDonald Drive
Tour:
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Lunch:
12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m.
Fee:
$47.00 plus $2.30 GST
To download a registration form, check out upcoming events or for more information on courses, staff and volunteering check out our website…
www.MacEwan.ca/Minerva
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Registration Procedures
Refund Policies
Online Registration Instructions below.
For Workshops/Seminars/Short Courses 4 weeks or less in length.
100% refund, minus a $20 administrative withdrawal fee per course, for
courses dropped 5 calendar days before the first scheduled class. No
refund is available after the deadline date.
Phone: Minerva office at 780-497-5082 or the Office of the
University Registrar at 780-497-5000 between the hours of 8:30
a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
In Person: At Minerva at Alberta College Campus Room 628
or the Office of the University Registrar at City Centre Campus.
Cancellations: Minerva reserves the right to cancel any
programs for insufficient enrolment. In the event of
cancellation all participants will receive a full refund.
For courses more than 4 weeks in length.
100% refund, minus a $20 administrative withdrawal fee per course, for
courses dropped before the day of the second scheduled class. No refund
is available after the deadline date.
For further information and/or to request a refund contact Minerva at
780-497-5082 or the Office of the University Registrar at 780-497-5000.
Registration Instructions
Registration for all Minerva activities can now be completed online. You may complete your Registration on any
computer with internet access. If you do not have a computer or are unable to register online contact Minerva at
780-497-5082. Minerva staff or volunteers can complete your Registration on your behalf.
Online Instructions:
Log on to www.MacEwan.ca
Click on Prospective Students (Left Menu)
Click on Continuing Education (Left Menu)
Click on Non-Credit (Middle Menu)
Click on database of Continuing Education Courses (Middle of the page)
On Browse Courses Page - Click in the Search box and enter Course Number
SISS 0002 Minerva Course Number
Then select the course number and section number you want
SISS 0002 M001 Minerva Course Number and Section Number (from Minerva calendar)
Select Courses by clicking on Add to Cart
Click on Checkout and Complete Information
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