Community Education
There are a variety of Community Education classes offered at the University Center year round. Check out what classes may appeal to you then sign up online!
To register for a class, please select from the list below:
Art, Music & Communication
Painting with Watercolors - Spring 2012
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About the Course: This course is designed to work with beginning to advanced water color artists. Composition, color and texture are a few of the topics covered. How to handle your equipment and paint are also discussed. Weekly demos and critiques will be held. Subject matter will change from week to week. |
Day: | Wednesdays / 4 Weeks |
| Date: | March 7 - March 28, 2012 | |
| Time: | 1:00 - 3:00 pm | |
| Cost: | $48 |
Scrapbooking- Spring 2012
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About the Course: Students will learn ideas and tools for putting together their own scrapbook. In the class we will make page layouts using collective ideas and tools. We will examine making pages without pictures and with pictures so that students can decide which is their style. Projects during the class include a mini album, gift tags and cards, 12x12 page layout, and decorating a gift bag. All supplies are included. Projects are the student's to keep. |
Day: | 2 Saturdays |
| Date: | March 3 and 17, 2012 | |
| Time: | 1:00 - 4:00 pm | |
| Cost: | $30 |
Soapmaking in a Crockpot-Spring 2012
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About the Course: Learn how to make fragrant, bubbly, handcrafted soap in a crock-pot that is ready to use as soon as it finishes cooling! Learn which ingredients to use and why; safety; fragrances; herbs to add for color, texture and scent; cutting and storage. You will take home a bar of handcrafted soap, and a recipe with instructions and tips to "try this at home." This plant based soap feels great and is healthy for your skin. |
Day: | 1 Saturday |
| Date: | March 10, 2012 | |
| Time: | 9:00 - 11:00 pm | |
| Cost: | $15 |
Personal Finance
How to Pay For a College Education - Spring 2012
About the Course:
When should I begin saving for college? How much will I need? Understanding your options when it comes to paying for college is what this class is all about. We’ll look at the current costs of attending college, and what one can expect in the future. In addition to receiving good advice from banks or counselors, we’ll explore other ways that can help you pay for a quality college education while keeping down costs.
How to Calculate Life Insurance Needs - Spring 2012
About the Course:
Do you have too much life insurance, or do you have too little? If you not exactly sure how much life insurance you may need, then you’ll want to take this class. Believe it or not, there are many ways of calculating life insurance needs. This course looks at the basic life insurance products available, how they work, then looks at several common ways of calculating your life insurance needs so you can make informed decisions.
Women and Investing - Spring 2012
About the Course:
This course specifically looks at investment matters relating to women, but husbands and significant others are more than welcome. Whether you are single, married, divorced, head of a household, or widowed, women generally face similar but different issues than men. This course looks at some of the financial questions women face today – and in the foreseeable future – and offers some practical advice on how to address these issues.
Saving For Retirement - Spring 2012
About the Course:
With the markets in such uncertainty and volatility, will you be able to enjoy your retirement? This class is designed to help people in retirement, or those planning for retirement in a couple of years, to make calculations regarding their retirement needs and goals. Guidelines will be shared that will help individuals to better understand and address common questions associated with retirement.
The Basics of Estate Planning - Spring 2012
About the Course:
Many people believe that estate planning takes place just before their death – but estate planning is much more. In reality, estate planning is a life-long process. This class gives an overview of the estate planning process, presents ways of preserving or transferring assets, and lists common documents that everyone should consider having in the event of an unforeseen illness, or death.
Recreation/Science
Practical and Small Frame Self Defense S-2012
About the Class:
This class teaches Self Defense as opposed to "Fast Food" Martial arts. It is a practical approach and requires no previous training.
Practical and Small Frame Self Defense 2 S-2012
About the Class:
This class teaches Self Defense as opposed to "Fast Food" Martial arts. It is a practical approach and requires no previous training.
Stuck in a Rut -Spring 2012
About the Course:
Over eating, drinking, smoking, and drugs affect over 50% of the USA. This class is based upon the program “Free in 60 ~ It Just Works”. Some of the topics will include the principles of freedom, radical amputation, accountability and methods to deal with temptations. Guest speaker Dr. Mary Seger will cover the importance of healthy eating, supplementation, and exercise in your move towards freedom. If you have tried everything else and you have arrived at the decision that you want to be free, this is the place to be.
Stuck in a Rut -Fall 2012
About the Course:
Over eating, drinking, smoking, and drugs affect over 50% of the USA. This class is based upon the program “Free in 60 ~ It Just Works”. Some of the topics will include the principles of freedom, radical amputation, accountability and methods to deal with temptations. Guest speaker Dr. Mary Seger will cover the importance of healthy eating, supplementation, and exercise in your move towards freedom. If you have tried everything else and you have arrived at the decision that you want to be free, this is the place to be.
Computers & Technology
Computer Basics-Spring 2012
About the Course:
This is a course for anybody wanting to learn to use a computer. You will learn to turn it on, use Windows 7, understand the desktop, use a mouse, and work with drives, files and folders. You will learn how to get access to the internet and browse the internet. You will sign up for an e-mail account, send-e-mail to individuals and groups; send attachments and pictures with your e-mail.
Windows 7 Level 1-Spring 2012
About the Course:
This course is designed for people preparing for certification as a Microsoft Certified Application Specialist in Excel, who already have knowledge of Microsoft® Office, Windows® 2000 (or above), and who desire to gain the skills necessary to create, edit, format, and print basic Microsoft Office Excel 2010 worksheets. You will create and edit basic Microsoft® Office Excel® 2010 worksheets and workbooks.
Windows 7 Level 2-Spring 2012
About the Course:
This course is designed for any worker, business professional, or private individual who needs knowledge in operating systems and file management skills. You will log on to Windows 7, explore its interface, identify the different components in the interface, customize the Windows 7 desktop, manage files and folders, will work with Microsoft® Windows® 7 to perform advanced tasks.
Word Level 1-Spring 2012
About the Course:
Word processing is the use of computers to create, revise, and save documents for printing and future retrieval. This course is the first in a series of three Microsoft® Office Word 2010 courses. It will provide you with the basic concepts required to produce basic business documents. Course Objective: You will create, edit, and enhance standard business documents using Microsoft® Office Word 2010.
Word Level 2-Spring 2012
About the Course:
Word processing is the use of computers to create, revise, and save documents for printing and future retrieval. This course is the first in a series of three Microsoft® Office Word 2010 courses. It will provide you with the basic concepts required to produce basic business documents.
Excel Level 1-Spring 2012
About the Course:
You have basic computer skills such as using a mouse, navigating through windows, and surfing the Internet. You have also used paper-based systems to store data that you run calculations on. You now want to migrate that data to an electronic format.
Excel Level 2-Spring 2012
About the Course:
You have basic computer skills such as using a mouse, navigating through windows, and surfing the Internet. You have also used paper-based systems to store data that you run calculations on. You now want to migrate that data to an electronic format.
Power Point Level 1-Winter 2012
About the Course:
In today's work environment, presentations have moved far beyond flip charts and overhead projectors. Audiences not only expect that your presentations are in an electronic format, but they also demand that your presentations be unique and sophisticated in their use of such formats. In this course, you will work with Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® 2010 to create electronic presentations.
Power Point Level 1-Spring 2012
About the Course:
In today's work environment, presentations have moved far beyond flip charts and overhead projectors. Audiences not only expect that your presentations are in an electronic format, but they also demand that your presentations be unique and sophisticated in their use of such formats. In this course, you will work with Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® 2010 to create electronic presentations.
Power Point Level 2-Winter 2012
About the Course:
In today's work environment, presentations have moved far beyond flip charts and overhead projectors. Audiences not only expect that your presentations are in an electronic format, but they also demand that your presentations be unique and sophisticated in their use of such formats. In this course, you will work with Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® 2010 to create electronic presentations.
Power Point Level 2-Spring 2012
About the Course:
In today's work environment, presentations have moved far beyond flip charts and overhead projectors. Audiences not only expect that your presentations are in an electronic format, but they also demand that your presentations be unique and sophisticated in their use of such formats. In this course, you will work with Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® 2010 to create electronic presentations.
QuickBooks Fundamentals - Spring 2012
About the Course:
Repeat of the February Class which filled up. This is a hands-on introduction to QuickBooks. It's main objective is to introduce you to the basic features in QuickBooks and give you an opportunity for hands-on practice. You'll have the chance to work with a sample company to develop the basic skills necessary to record revenues, pay bills, prepare payroll checks and maintain various tax liabilities. You will also be introduced to the financial reports available in QuickBooks to monitor your business's success. Other more advanced procedures will be presented depending on the students' interest.
QuickBooks Payroll - Winter 2012
About the Course:
This course is hands-on and covers processing payroll in QuickBooks. Students will gain an overview of payroll and learn how to set up the payroll system. We will add new employees, process paychecks, learn about and pay payroll liabilities and payroll taxes. How to create payroll reports and end of the year processing is also covered.
LEGO Robotics Engineering - Grades 5 & 6
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About the Course: This course is designed to help students learn and get excited about the practical applications of math, science and technology through robotics. |
Day: | Monday through Friday |
| Date: | July 16 - July 20, 2012 | |
| Time: | 9:00 - 3:30 pm | |
| Cost: | $150 includes lunch |
LEGO Robotics Engineering - Grades 7 & 8
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About the Course: This course is designed to help students learn and get excited about the practical applications of math, science and technology through robotics. |
Day: | Monday through Friday |
| Date: | July 23 - July 27, 2012 | |
| Time: | 9:00 - 3:30 pm | |
| Cost: | $150 includes lunch |
LEGO Robotics Engineering - Grades 9, 10 & 11
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About the Course: This course is designed to help students learn and get excited about the practical applications of math, science and technology through robotics. |
Day: | Monday through Friday |
| Date: | July 30 - August 3, 2012 | |
| Time: | 9:00 - 3:30 pm | |
| Cost: | $150 includes lunch |
Terms and Conditions
Computer Classes - complete listing
Financial Planning for Busy People
How To Manage Your Money - Winter 2012
Budgeting, Cash & Debt Management - Winter 2012
How to Use a Financial Calculator - Winter 2012
How To Pay For a College Education - Spring 2012
How To Calculate Life Insurance Needs - Spring 2012
Women and Investing - Spring 2012
Saving For Retirement - Spring 2012
Basics of Estate Planning - Spring 2012
QuickBooks Fundamentals - Winter 2012
QuickBooks Payroll - Winter 2012