ENCORE Program Fall 2019 ege.edu



GENERAL INFORMATIONTable of ContentsGeneral Information1Registration Procedures 2Email2Student ID Cards2Parking 3Donation Form ………………………………………………………………………..4Calendar of Classes …………………………………………………..………….5-7Class Descriptions8-22Maps23-24Board of TrusteesMike Fong, PresidentAndra Hoffman, Vice PresidentSteven F. Veres, 2nd Vice PresidentGabriel Buelna, Ph.D.Ernest H. MorenoScott J. SvonkinDavid VelaKellie N. Williams, Student TrusteeDistrict AdministrationDr. Francisco C. Rodriguez, Chancellor Dr. Melinda Nish, Deputy ChancellorDr. Robert B. MillerVice Chancellor of Finance Resource DevelopmentDr. Ryan M. Cornner, Vice Chancellor of Educational Programs and Institutional EffectivenessDr. Albert J. RomanVice Chancellor of Human ResourcesJeffrey M. Prieto, General CounselDavid Salazar, Chief Facilities ExecutiveThe Encore Program has made every effort to make this Class Schedule accurate and may, without notice, change general information, courses, or programs offered.For complete college information, see Pierce College General Catalog. Federal Privacy Rules Regarding Student Information Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) prohibits the disclosure of personally identifiable information from education records. For more information visit the U.S. Department of Education.Contact InformationOffice: VLGE 8310A (behind South Gym)Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 4 pmComputer Lab hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 3 pmTelephone: (818) 710-2561, (818) 710-4163General Mailing Address:ENCORE, Los Angeles Pierce College6201 Winnetka Avenue, #341Woodland Hills, CA 91371Encore is a Pierce College education program designed specifically for older adults (50+), but all students over 18 are welcome. Courses address the needs of older adults focusing on topics that promote independence, advocacy, community engagement, personal growth, physical and cognitive health, economic self-sufficiency and subject matter that relates to older adults’ life circumstances and positive aging skills. Encore offers free noncredit classes and fee-based classes through Community Extension.Encore Mailing List: Current students are already on the list. Others can call (818) 710-2561 to have a catalog mailed.Donations to the ENCORE Program provide for special projects, events, supplies and equipment. Checks payable to: Pierce College Foundation – Encore; use form on page 5. Donations of any size are appreciated. Thank you for your support!Special Services: Students with disabilities can contact Special Services. Authorization, based on verification of disability, is required before accommodation can be made. Special Services is located in the Student Services Building. For questions, call (818) 719-6430.Emergency procedures: From any pay phone on campus: dial *80. From any campus extension: dial 4311. From cell phones: dial (818)710-4311. Campus “Blue Lights” are tall blue cylinders topped by bright lights. Press large red button to immediately connect to the Sheriff’s station.Academic Courtesy is common sense respectful behavior given by the students to each other, to professors and college staff. Disobedient, disruptive or disorderly behavior exhibited by any student will result in disciplinary action in accordance with District policies and procedures.REGISTRATION PROCEDURESAre you taking classes in Spring 2019, or did you take classes in Fall 2018?If “Yes”, review “Check Registration Appointment” directions.If “No”, review the “Apply to Pierce College” directions that follow this paragraph.Apply to Pierce College Complete the online application at home or at our office Appointments: (818) 710-2561/Walk-ins: 8:30 to 3Go to piercecollege.edu.Click Apply Online at the top right.At the bottom, click Click Here to Begin Application.Click Create an Account and follow the prompts to create a username and password. Record them. (If you do not wish to provide your SSN, go to the bottom of the page and click box indicating you do not wish to use your SSN.) Click Continue.Click Start A New Application.Read the introduction. Click Start Application.Answer ALL questions. Click Submit.Educational Goal: select Educational DevelopmentIntended Major: select IGETC--General EducationFill out entire college application, answering questions about your educational background.You are now waiting for an e-mail with your student ID # which begins with an 8 or a 9; it is not your CCC ID#. Disregard messages requesting transcripts. Note: Please check your e-mail Spam folder.Have you received your student ID #?Yes: Proceed to ‘Check Registration Appointment’ directions that follow this paragraph. On the login screen, follow directions which say ‘1st time signing in?’ No: Call us if at least two weeks have elapsed since you applied.Check Registration AppointmentGo to piercecollege.eduClick Class Registration.Type your student ID # and password.Click Academics Menu. Click Reg Date & Deadlines. Select Fall 2019 (Credit).Look for Non-Credit OEE under Enrollment Appointment.Note: Online registration appointments are issued by the Los Angeles Community College District. We cannot change registration appointments.Register for classes:Go to piercecollege.edu.Click Class Registration. Type Student ID# and Password. Click Enrollment Shopping Cart.Select Fall 2019 (Credit). Click Continue.Type 5-digit class number in Enter Class Number box.Click Enter Click Next to add another class, repeat steps 6-8.In Select column, check box next to each class & click Enroll.Click Finish Enrolling.Waiting lists: Follow steps 1-7. Check Wait List box.. Continue steps 8-10.To add classes after the semester starts:Attend the class. If the instructor gives you a Permission Number follow steps 1-7. Click on class (in Shopping Cart). Enter Permission Number in Permission Number Box. Click Next. Follow steps 9-10.Instructors may add students throughout the semester as space becomes available.Due to time constraints, phone assistance is limited. For further assistance, come to our computer lab in the Encore office.Parking PermitsPurchase at Business Office$20 – Cash OnlyPicture IDMust be currently enrolled in a Fall 2019 classPurchase OnlineUse the Student Portal to pay with credit card or check. Permits must be picked up at the Business Office. There is no mail-in.General Parking InformationVisit or call the Business Office regarding parking permits at (818) 719-6432.Parking Permits are required starting the third week of the Fall 2019 semester.Permits must be displayed clearly from rear view mirror.Parking Permit Refunds: All refunds must be claimed in person at the Business Office by presenting parking permit and receipt. Check with the Business Office for the parking permit refund deadline.Lost/stolen permits: The Business Office may sell you a new permit depending on availability.One day/30 Minute Parking Permits: Available from pay validation machines. Machines accept cash or credit cards but do not give change.$3 one-day permits are available in Lots 1, 6, 7, & 8 and can be used in any parking lot on campus.$1 - 30 minute parking permit is available in Lot 1 and only for use in spaces marked 30 minutes in Lot 1EmailStudents are encouraged to check their email regularly for class cancellations, changes and announcements.Log-in to LACCD Email:Go to piercecollege.edu.Click on Students, then Student Email.To FORWARD LACCD email to your personal email:Log in to your LACCD email (see above).Click on the cog wheel icon located on the top right and select Options.Click Search All Settings. Type f. Click on Forwarding.Enter email address you would like to have youremails forwarded to in box directly under Forwardmy email to.Click Save.Student ID CardCarry your Student ID Card with you at all times.Where to get a Student ID Card: CopyTech, located in the College Services Building, behind the Brahma Café(refer to map in this catalog).Students need to provide:Student ID number. Call the Encore office if you do not know your Student ID number.Proof of current enrollment. Students can download their schedule at CopyTech OR bring a print-out of their schedule. For CopyTech hours: (818) 710-4422 DONATION FORMWhether you are a long time Encore supporter or giving for the first time, thank you for supporting Encore! Donations to the Encore Program provide for special projects, events, supplies and equipment. Please use this form to mail in your donation to:Pierce College Foundation – Encore6201 Winnetka Avenue #341Woodland Hills, CA 9137Donor Information NameAddressCityState Zip CodePhoneDonationMy check is enclosed in the amount of $Checks payable to: Pierce College Foundation - EncoreThis gift is:In appreciation of the Encore programIn appreciation of an Encore InstructorIn MemoryRemember someone special by giving a gift in their memory. Encore will send a card acknowledging your thoughtful donation to the person of your choice:NameAddressCityState Zip CodePhoneNameAddressCityState Zip CodePhoneIn HonorGive a gift to honor someone for a birthday, anniversary, to celebrate the birth of a grandchild or otherNameAddressCityState Zip CodePhoneCALENDAR OF CLASSESFall 2019Aug. 27 – Dec. 6MondayClass #Course TitleInstructorTimeRoom12577Body MovementShvetsov8:30-10:30 amSGYM 540226851Aquatic FitnessLacelle9-11 amPOOL21270Body Movement: Chair ExerciseShvetsov10:40-12:40 pmVLGE811112746Body-Mind FusionTinto-Singer10:40-12:40 pmSGYM 540212669Art and Culture of Russia 2Thornton11:15- 1:15 pmIRIS 091421269Broadway Musicals – Part 2Domine1-3 pmMUS 340128194Yoga: Chair ExerciseCummins1-3 pmVLGE 811127436Chinese Brush Painting/”Splash Ink”James1-4 pmVLGE 834124719Exploring Criminal Justice SystemOborn1:15-3:15 pmVLGE 834222428Healthy Living: Positive AgingFeldman1:30-3:30 pmVLGE 820919633Science DiscussionsMeyer1:30-3:30 pmEARTH 410119938Investing & Current Business IssuesBraun1:45- 3:45 pmBUS 321812952Law: Hot TopicsMeister2-4:00 pmBUS 320024721Contemporary Social IssuesMcKeever2:15-4:15 pmELM 171912698Rome: Art in the Eternal CityThornton2:20-4:20 pmART 330022118Anthro. Religious Beliefs & PracticesStein2:20-4:20 pmELM 1707TuesdayClass #Course TitleInstructorTimeRoom12627YogaFeldman7:25-9:25 amNGYM 560112436Body MovementTapper7:25-9:25 amSGYM 540212100Painting PortraitsThornton9-11 amNGYM 560019622Aquatic FitnessHefter9-11 amPOOL12959Beginning & Intermediate PaintingPItt9:30-12:30 pmVLGE 833022109Body Movement: Chair ExerciseTapper9:45-11:45 amVLGE 811124722Watercolor: In Plain SightTirr10-1 pmVLGE 834119635Current EventsLevick10-12 pmOCOC12656Rome: Art in the Eternal CityThornton11:15-1:15 pmBEH 130822339Yoga: Chair/Mat Exercise Feldman12-2 pmVLGE 811112922Sports Current EventsLevick1-3 pmBUS 320613017Abstract Painting & Color w/ Mixed MediaPitt1-4 pmVLGE 833019626Drawing with Color Media: Our WorldTirr1:30-4:30 pmVLGE 834112019The Short StoryFollett1:30-3:30 pmIRIS 091424718Women in PoliticsHolland1:30-3:30 pmELM 172020267Advanced Exploration of Internet Perret1:45-3:45 pmBUS 325016413Basic Computer SurveySimmonds2:15-4:15 pmBUS 320712721Art and Culture of Russia 2Thornton2:15-4:15 pmMUS 3401WednesdayClass #Course TitleInstructorTimeRoom12465Body MovementShvetsov9-11 amSGYM 540224717Aquatic FitnessLacelle9-11 amPOOL24725Life DrawingScarbro9:30-12:30 pmART 331212783Body-Mind FusionTinto-Singer11:10-1:10 pmSGYM 540222175Chair YogaCummins11:15-1:15 pmVLGE 811119621Music, Politics and OppressionBrostoff11:30-1:30 pmMUS 340112036QuiltingStreimer12:45-2:45 pmBUS 320327073Impact of Ancient Greek Philosophical …Remsburg1-3 pmELM 170112841Historical Roots of Modern TopicsAdajian1-3 pmBUS 320512865Current EventsLevick1-3 pmOCOC28195Body Movement: Chair ExerciseShvetsov1:30-3:30 pmVLGE 811122122Dynamic SketchingScarbro1-4 pmVLGE 834112966Renaissance Ptg. – Egg TemperaThornton1-4 pmART 331212805East Meets WestTinto-Singer2-4 pmMUS 342319939Masterpieces of the Symphonic Repertoire 2Domine2-4 pmMUS 3401ThursdayClass #Course TitleInstructorTimeRoom12587Basic Yoga/Mat PilatesMacDonald7:25-9:25 amNGYM 560112546Body Movement: Chair ExerciseTapper8:30-10:30 amVLGE 811112422Aquatic FitnessHefter9-11 amPOOL21271Art and Culture of Russia 2Thornton9-11 amIRIS 091419940Watercolor Painting 2Kraus9:30-12:30 pmVLGE 833012848Contemporary Social Ethics Daruty10-12 pmBUS 320524723Acrylic Painting/CompositionTirr10-1 pmVLGE 834112054Beginning DrawingPitt10:30-12:30 pmNGYM 560012613Yoga: Chair ExerciseMacDonald10:45-12:45 pmVLGE 811112882Current EventsLevick12-2 pmBEH 130819634Religions of the World – Eastern TraditionsSloan Goben1:30-3:30 pmIRIS 091422376Foundations East Asian CivilizationsKaapuni1:30-3:30 pmBUS 320527405Understanding Exercise and Body MovementTinto-Singer1:30-3:30 pmVLGE 811119628Watercolor: Natural WorldTirr1:30-4:30 pmVLGE 834113000Landscape DrawingPitt1-4 pmNGYM 560019625Drawing ExplorationsKraus1-4 pmVLGE 833012336Personal FinanceDaruty1:50-3:50 pmBUS 321721268Digital PhotographyNisan2-4 pmVLGE 834221272Rome: Art in the Eternal CityThornton2:20-4:20 pmBEH 130812204Mixed MediaWee2:30-4:30 pmART 331012392Encore SingersAvakian2:30-4:30 pmMUS 3400FridayClass #Course TitleInstructorTimeRoom12594Intermediate Yoga/Mat PilatesMacDonald7:50-9:50 amNGYM 560112485Body MovementTapper9-11 amSGYM 540212982Intermediate/Advanced PaintingPitt9:30-12:30 pmART 331224724Color Theory with Gouache Scarbro9:30-12:30 pmVLGE 833019631Watercolor/Pastel PaintingKraus9:30-12:30 pmAT380012346Our Hills (Valleys) are Alive Sound of Music!Piazza10:30-12:30 pmIRIS 091412644Yoga: Chair ExerciseMacDonald10:45-12:45 pmVLGE 811112831Body-Mind FusionTinto-Singer11:10-1:10 pmSGYM 540224726Intermediate Computer SkillsMurphy12-2 pmCOSC 150712685Art & Culture in So. CaliforniaCheney1-3 pmART 330012360The Musical Bands of Brothers and Sisters!Piazza1:30-3:30 pmIRIS 09141290020th Century FilmWindrum1-3:30 pmBUS 320013061Oil & Acrylic PaintingScarbro1-4 pmART 331213077WatercolorThornton1-4 pmBUS 321719632Beyond DrawingKraus1-4 pmAT 3800Important DatesFall registration begins April 29Semester begins Monday, August 27, 2019Semester ends Friday, December 6, 2019HolidaysSeptember 2……..Labor DayNovember 11…….Veterans Day November 28,29…ThanksgivingTopics of Interest - Older Adult 60CE – Senior TopicsClass #24718 - Women in PoliticsTuesday1:30-3:30 pmHollandRoom: ELM 1720 In this course, students explore and discuss the political institutions, processes, and problems of the national, state, and local government from a woman’s perspective, nationally and internationally.Class #24719 - Exploring the Criminal Justice SystemMonday1:15-3:15 pmObornRoom: VLGE 8342In this course, students will explore and discuss the three components of the Justice System: law enforcement, courts, and correction.Class #22428 - Healthy Living: Positive AgingMonday1:30-3:30 pmFeldmanRoom: VLGE 8209Emerging research indicates that it takes more than just practicing good nutrition and exercise to maintain good health. Emotional and social well-being and a positive outlook are also essential to thriving as we age. This course introduces strategies for overall well-being. Utilizing the latest research in the areas of stress management, brain health, 21st century communication skills, mindfulness, physical fitness and nutrition; student will gain insights into the practice of positive aging.Class #19634 - Religions of the World – Eastern TraditionsThursday1:30-3:30 pmSloan GobenRoom: IRIS 0914 This course will be an introduction to the study of World Religions and will focus on religions from East, South and Southeast Asia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shinto and East Asian Buddhism. Like most religious traditions, each of these has a Pilgrimage that is integral to their faith. We will explore these practices, and when possible, we will visit a nearby “house of worship” specific to each tradition. When possible, the instructor will invite practitioners of these traditions to join us for a time of Q & A. We strive for conversation and understanding in a world that invites cross-cultural opportunities for engagement.Class #24721 - Contemporary Social IssuesMonday2:15-4:15 pmMcKeeverRoom: ELM 1719An analysis and discussion of contemporary issues: crime, power, terrorism, politics and society, popular culture and its relationship to social institutions, rehabilitation, labor, education, ics of Interest - Older Adult 60CE – Senior TopicsClass #24718 - Women in PoliticsTuesday1:30-3:30 pmHollandRoom: ELM 1720 In this course, students explore and discuss the political institutions, processes, and problems of the national, state, and local government from a woman’s perspective, nationally and internationally.Class #24719 - Exploring the Criminal Justice SystemMonday1:15-3:15 pmObornRoom: VLGE 8342In this course, students will explore and discuss the three components of the Justice System: law enforcement, courts, and correction.Class #22428 - Healthy Living: Positive AgingMonday1:30-3:30 pmFeldmanRoom: VLGE 8209Emerging research indicates that it takes more than just practicing good nutrition and exercise to maintain good health. Emotional and social well-being and a positive outlook are also essential to thriving as we age. This course introduces strategies for overall well-being. Utilizing the latest research in the areas of stress management, brain health, 21st century communication skills, mindfulness, physical fitness and nutrition; student will gain insights into the practice of positive aging.Class #19634 - Religions of the World – Eastern TraditionsThursday1:30-3:30 pmSloan GobenRoom: IRIS 0914 This course will be an introduction to the study of World Religions and will focus on religions from East, South and Southeast Asia, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Jainism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shinto and East Asian Buddhism. Like most religious traditions, each of these has a Pilgrimage that is integral to their faith. We will explore these practices, and when possible, we will visit a nearby “house of worship” specific to each tradition. When possible, the instructor will invite practitioners of these traditions to join us for a time of Q & A. We strive for conversation and understanding in a world that invites cross-cultural opportunities for engagement.Class #24721 - Contemporary Social IssuesMonday2:15-4:15 pmMcKeeverRoom: ELM 1719An analysis and discussion of contemporary issues: crime, power, terrorism, politics and society, popular culture and its relationship to social institutions, rehabilitation, labor, education, etc.Class #27073 - Impact of Ancient Greek Philosophical Thought on the History of IdeasWednesday1-3 pmRemsburgRoom: ELM 1701An overview of ancient Greek thought from pre-Socratic to Greco-Roman philosophers, with a focus on Plato and Aristotle and how these ideas relate to contemporary issues.Class #19633 - Science DiscussionsMonday1:30-3:30 pm MeyerRoom: EARTH 4101 How science helps your life! A discussion of basic scientific principles and their application. We will examine current topics of scientific interest and will not avoid uncomfortable topics for which there is solid scientific evidence.Class #12882 - Current EventsThursday12-2 pmLevickRoom: BEH 1308 Lively discussion of current local, national and world events. Explore the news from different viewpoints with a goal of increased understanding, empathy and tolerance.Class #12922 - Sports Current EventsTuesday1-3 pmLevickRoom: BUS 3206 Lively discussion including (but not limited to) current financial, legal, ethical and political issues in the local, national or world arena related to organized sports; not simply a recap of prior weeks' games.Class #19635 - Current EventsTuesday10-12 pmLevickRoom: Off- siteLocation: The Village in Northridge, 9222 Corbin Ave., Northridge, CA 91324 Lively discussion of current local, national and world events. Explore the news from different viewpoints with a goal of increased understanding, empathy and tolerance.Class #12865 - Current EventsWednesday1-3 pmLevickRoom: Off- siteLocation: The Village in Sherman Oaks, 5450 Vesper Ave., Sherman Oaks, CA 91411 Lively discussion of current local, national and world events. Explore the news from different viewpoints with a goal of increased understanding, empathy and tolerance.Class #27073 - Impact of Ancient Greek Philosophical Thought on the History of IdeasWednesday1-3 pmRemsburgRoom: ELM 1701An overview of ancient Greek thought from pre-Socratic to Greco-Roman philosophers, with a focus on Plato and Aristotle and how these ideas relate to contemporary issues.Class #19633 - Science DiscussionsMonday1:30-3:30 pm MeyerRoom: EARTH 4101 How science helps your life! A discussion of basic scientific principles and their application. We will examine current topics of scientific interest and will not avoid uncomfortable topics for which there is solid scientific evidence.Class #12882 - Current EventsThursday12-2 pmLevickRoom: BEH 1308 Lively discussion of current local, national and world events. Explore the news from different viewpoints with a goal of increased understanding, empathy and tolerance.Class #12922 - Sports Current EventsTuesday1-3 pmLevickRoom: BUS 3206 Lively discussion including (but not limited to) current financial, legal, ethical and political issues in the local, national or world arena related to organized sports; not simply a recap of prior weeks' games.Class #19635 - Current EventsTuesday10-12 pmLevickRoom: Off- siteLocation: The Village in Northridge, 9222 Corbin Ave., Northridge, CA 91324 Lively discussion of current local, national and world events. Explore the news from different viewpoints with a goal of increased understanding, empathy and tolerance.Class #12865 - Current EventsWednesday1-3 pmLevickRoom: Off- siteLocation: The Village in Sherman Oaks, 5450 Vesper Ave., Sherman Oaks, CA 91411 Lively discussion of current local, national and world events. Explore the news from different viewpoints with a goal of increased understanding, empathy and tolerance.Class #12900 - 20th Century FilmFriday1-3:30 pmWindrumRoom: BUS 3200 Class will discuss the relationship between Hollywood motion pictures and the American society surrounding, reflecting and influencing the practices of the film industry in the year 1978. Note: This short term class ends 11/15/2019.Class #12952 - Law: Hot TopicsMonday2-4 pmMeisterRoom: BUS 3200Explore consumer/senior/civil/criminal/constitutional law cases; from judge/jury trials up to state/federal/Supreme Courts. Trial tactics: cross-examination, insanity self-incrimination; representing guilty clients; The Net; Law and Lawless; cyber-scams/bullying/company retaliation for bad reviews. Plus: celebrity justice and corporate free speech. Q&A throughout and more.Class #12848 - Contemporary Social EthicsThursday10-12 pmDarutyRoom: BUS 3205Course will help participants develop critical thinking skills and understand major ethical theories with the goal of allowing us to reconsider and critically evaluate what we think about the most pressing questions in contemporary social ethics. Topics include: The Just Distribution of the Social Good; Liberty and its Limits; Terrorism; Euthanasia; Animal Rights and Environmental Ethics; and ethical questions in Personal Relationships.Class #22376 - Foundations of East Asian CivilizationsThursday1:30-3:30 pmKaapuniRoom: BUS 3205 This course will survey the history of East Asia with emphasis on China and Japan from their earliest beginnings through the 17th Century. The goal of the course is to give students a conceptual as well as a factual framework from which to understand the political, cultural, social, intellectual, and economic developments at each stage of premodern Chinese and Japanese history and how each development has helped shape our world.Class #12841 - Historical Roots of Modern TopicsWednesday1-3 pmAdajianRoom: BUS 3205 This series invites students to participate each week as a new topic is covered and explored from its past to the present… and possible future, via video and class discussion.Class #22118 - Anthropological Study of Religious Beliefs & PracticesMonday2:20-4:20 pmSteinRoom: ELM 1707What is religion? Why does religion exist? What are the common features of the world's religions? The class will focus on the study of tribal religions.Class #12900 - 20th Century FilmFriday1-3:30 pmWindrumRoom: BUS 3200 Class will discuss the relationship between Hollywood motion pictures and the American society surrounding, reflecting and influencing the practices of the film industry in the year 1978. Note: This short term class ends 11/15/2019.Class #12952 - Law: Hot TopicsMonday2-4 pmMeisterRoom: BUS 3200Explore consumer/senior/civil/criminal/constitutional law cases; from judge/jury trials up to state/federal/Supreme Courts. Trial tactics: cross-examination, insanity self-incrimination; representing guilty clients; The Net; Law and Lawless; cyber-scams/bullying/company retaliation for bad reviews. Plus: celebrity justice and corporate free speech. Q&A throughout and more.Class #12848 - Contemporary Social EthicsThursday10-12 pmDarutyRoom: BUS 3205Course will help participants develop critical thinking skills and understand major ethical theories with the goal of allowing us to reconsider and critically evaluate what we think about the most pressing questions in contemporary social ethics. Topics include: The Just Distribution of the Social Good; Liberty and its Limits; Terrorism; Euthanasia; Animal Rights and Environmental Ethics; and ethical questions in Personal Relationships.Class #22376 - Foundations of East Asian CivilizationsThursday1:30-3:30 pmKaapuniRoom: BUS 3205 This course will survey the history of East Asia with emphasis on China and Japan from their earliest beginnings through the 17th Century. The goal of the course is to give students a conceptual as well as a factual framework from which to understand the political, cultural, social, intellectual, and economic developments at each stage of premodern Chinese and Japanese history and how each development has helped shape our world.Class #12841 - Historical Roots of Modern TopicsWednesday1-3 pmAdajianRoom: BUS 3205 This series invites students to participate each week as a new topic is covered and explored from its past to the present… and possible future, via video and class discussion.Class #22118 - Anthropological Study of Religious Beliefs & PracticesMonday2:20-4:20 pmSteinRoom: ELM 1707What is religion? Why does religion exist? What are the common features of the world's religions? The class will focus on the study of tribal religions.Literature - Older Adult 29CE – Literature and the Human ExperienceClass #12019 - The Short StoryTuesday1:30-3:30 pmFollettRoom: IRIS 0914 The Short Story, according to Edgar Allan Poe, is to produce a single effect in the reader. As such, it should be read in one sitting; hence, brevity is a key feature. Come and join us as together we explore some significant works in this delightful literary genre.Art History - Older Adult 56CE – Seeing and Understanding ArtClass #12685 - Art and Culture in Southern CaliforniaFriday1-3 pmCheneyRoom: ART 3300This class will visit 5-7 art and/or cultural venues to broaden and support class lectures. Lectures at Pierce to prepare for each visit.Class #12669 - Art and Culture of Russia 2Monday11:15-1:15 pmThorntonRoom: IRIS 0914 We explore Russia’s Great European Art Collections in the Hermitage and Pushkin Museums.Class #12721 - Art and Culture of Russia 2Tuesday2:15-4:15 pmThorntonRoom: MUS 3401 We explore Russia’s Great European Art Collections in the Hermitage and Pushkin Museums.Class #21271 - Art and Culture of Russia 2Thursday9-11 amThorntonRoom: IRIS 0914 We explore Russia’s Great European Art Collections in the Hermitage and Pushkin Museums. Class #12698 - Rome: Art in the Eternal CityMonday2:20-4:20 pmThorntonRoom: ART 3300 Like a virtual trip to Italy, we explore the ruins, churches, Palazzo’s and artworks residing within Rome. Special emphasis on the Vatican and Jewish Quarter.Class #12656 - Rome: Art in the Eternal CityTuesday11:15-1:15 pmThorntonRoom: BEH 1308Like a virtual trip to Italy, we explore the ruins, churches, Palazzo’s and artworks residing within Rome. Special emphasis on the Vatican and Jewish Quarter.Literature - Older Adult 29CE – Literature and the Human ExperienceClass #12019 - The Short StoryTuesday1:30-3:30 pmFollettRoom: IRIS 0914 The Short Story, according to Edgar Allan Poe, is to produce a single effect in the reader. As such, it should be read in one sitting; hence, brevity is a key feature. Come and join us as together we explore some significant works in this delightful literary genre.Art History - Older Adult 56CE – Seeing and Understanding ArtClass #12685 - Art and Culture in Southern CaliforniaFriday1-3 pmCheneyRoom: ART 3300This class will visit 5-7 art and/or cultural venues to broaden and support class lectures. Lectures at Pierce to prepare for each visit.Class #12669 - Art and Culture of Russia 2Monday11:15-1:15 pmThorntonRoom: IRIS 0914 We explore Russia’s Great European Art Collections in the Hermitage and Pushkin Museums.Class #12721 - Art and Culture of Russia 2Tuesday2:15-4:15 pmThorntonRoom: MUS 3401 We explore Russia’s Great European Art Collections in the Hermitage and Pushkin Museums.Class #21271 - Art and Culture of Russia 2Thursday9-11 amThorntonRoom: IRIS 0914 We explore Russia’s Great European Art Collections in the Hermitage and Pushkin Museums. Class #12698 - Rome: Art in the Eternal CityMonday2:20-4:20 pmThorntonRoom: ART 3300 Like a virtual trip to Italy, we explore the ruins, churches, Palazzo’s and artworks residing within Rome. Special emphasis on the Vatican and Jewish Quarter.Class #12656 - Rome: Art in the Eternal CityTuesday11:15-1:15 pmThorntonRoom: BEH 1308Like a virtual trip to Italy, we explore the ruins, churches, Palazzo’s and artworks residing within Rome. Special emphasis on the Vatican and Jewish Quarter.Art History - Older Adult 56CE – Seeing and Understanding ArtClass #21272 - Rome: Art in the Eternal CityThursday2:20-4:20 pmThorntonRoom: BEH 1308Like a virtual trip to Italy, we explore the ruins, churches, Palazzo’s and artworks residing within Rome. Special emphasis on the Vatican and Jewish Quarter.Art - Older Adult 42CE—Creative Art for SeniorsClass #12100 - Painting PortraitsTuesday9-11 amThorntonRoom: NGYM 5600 Students will learn to paint the human head, focusing on structure, value, edges and color while examining works of great masters. All mediums and levels of experience welcome.Class #12204 - Mixed Media Thursday2:30-4:30 pmWeeRoom: Art 3310Explore mixed media principles, art techniques by using collage, fabrics, objects, paintings, drawings and more.Class #21268 - Digital PhotographyThursday2-4 pmNisanRoom: VLGE 8342 Make your digital camera work for you. Learn use of available light (natural or artificial), importance of composition, exposure and camera techniques that turn snapshots into professional-quality photographs. Learn how to download, organize and store digital images. Bring camera and camera manual to first class meeting. This course utilizes Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR, Mirrorless camera or other digital cameras - no point & shoot or smart phones). Cameras need to have manual control capabilities in addition to automatic controls.Class #12036 - QuiltingWednesday12:45-2:45 pmStreimerRoom: BUS 3203 Projects are designed to include a wide range of quilt construction techniques and patterns, traditional and modern. Basic sewing skills suggested, but quilters at all levels welcome.Class #12054 - Beginning DrawingThursday10:30-12:30 pmPittRoom: NGYM 5600Using directed exercises, we will explore drawing materials such as pencils, charcoal and ink to create various artworks.Art History - Older Adult 56CE – Seeing and Understanding ArtClass #21272 - Rome: Art in the Eternal CityThursday2:20-4:20 pmThorntonRoom: BEH 1308Like a virtual trip to Italy, we explore the ruins, churches, Palazzo’s and artworks residing within Rome. Special emphasis on the Vatican and Jewish Quarter.Art - Older Adult 42CE—Creative Art for SeniorsClass #12100 - Painting PortraitsTuesday9-11 amThorntonRoom: NGYM 5600 Students will learn to paint the human head, focusing on structure, value, edges and color while examining works of great masters. All mediums and levels of experience welcome.Class #12204 - Mixed Media Thursday2:30-4:30 pmWeeRoom: Art 3310Explore mixed media principles, art techniques by using collage, fabrics, objects, paintings, drawings and more.Class #21268 - Digital PhotographyThursday2-4 pmNisanRoom: VLGE 8342 Make your digital camera work for you. Learn use of available light (natural or artificial), importance of composition, exposure and camera techniques that turn snapshots into professional-quality photographs. Learn how to download, organize and store digital images. Bring camera and camera manual to first class meeting. This course utilizes Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR, Mirrorless camera or other digital cameras - no point & shoot or smart phones). Cameras need to have manual control capabilities in addition to automatic controls.Class #12036 - QuiltingWednesday12:45-2:45 pmStreimerRoom: BUS 3203 Projects are designed to include a wide range of quilt construction techniques and patterns, traditional and modern. Basic sewing skills suggested, but quilters at all levels welcome.Class #12054 - Beginning DrawingThursday10:30-12:30 pmPittRoom: NGYM 5600Using directed exercises, we will explore drawing materials such as pencils, charcoal and ink to create various artworks.Art - Older Adult 62CE—Life Drawing for SeniorsClass #12959 - Beginning and Intermediate PaintingTuesday9:30-12:30 pmPittRoom: VLGE 8330 All levels welcome. Study paint handling and art fundamentals with some instruction in figure painting. Bring painting materials and a table covering to the first class.Class #13017 - Abstract Painting and Color with Mixed MediaTuesday1-4 pmPittRoom: VLGE 8330 Using directed exercises, we will experiment with styles of abstraction using color and a variety of mixed media-- acrylic paint. Previous experience recommended. Please bring a table covering and table easel.Class #13000 - Landscape DrawingThursday1-4 pmPittRoom: NGYM 5600Working from images and from outside, weather permitting, students will draw the landscape working with a variety of media including: graphite pencil, oil pastel, and water-soluble drawing medium. Some drawing experience recommended. Bring a table covering, pencil, and paper to first class.Class #12982 - Intermediate & Advanced PaintingFriday9:30-12:30 pmPittRoom: ART 3312Previous painting experience recommended. This course will be an investigation of various styles and ideas, with an emphasis on finding your own artistic direction. There may be some directed exercises, as well as opportunities for students to pursue their own projects. Please bring something to work on for the first class, and a goal for the semester.Class #24724 - Color Theory With GouacheFriday9:30-12:30 pmScarbroRoom: VLGE 8330Gouache is a medium that produces bold colors, dries flat and even like acrylic or oil. The medium is opaque and can be used with watercolor and watercolor brushes, and yet simpler to use. The course will breakdown color at the elementary level for students to advance for a strong and confident foundation of color.Class #13061 - Oil and Acrylic PaintingFriday1-4 pmScarbroRoom: ART 3312Class is for beginners to advanced students. Instructor will demo different techniques and strategies of abstract art to realism.Art - Older Adult 62CE—Life Drawing for SeniorsClass #12959 - Beginning and Intermediate PaintingTuesday9:30-12:30 pmPittRoom: VLGE 8330 All levels welcome. Study paint handling and art fundamentals with some instruction in figure painting. Bring painting materials and a table covering to the first class.Class #13017 - Abstract Painting and Color with Mixed MediaTuesday1-4 pmPittRoom: VLGE 8330 Using directed exercises, we will experiment with styles of abstraction using color and a variety of mixed media-- acrylic paint. Previous experience recommended. Please bring a table covering and table easel.Class #13000 - Landscape DrawingThursday1-4 pmPittRoom: NGYM 5600Working from images and from outside, weather permitting, students will draw the landscape working with a variety of media including: graphite pencil, oil pastel, and water-soluble drawing medium. Some drawing experience recommended. Bring a table covering, pencil, and paper to first class.Class #12982 - Intermediate & Advanced PaintingFriday9:30-12:30 pmPittRoom: ART 3312Previous painting experience recommended. This course will be an investigation of various styles and ideas, with an emphasis on finding your own artistic direction. There may be some directed exercises, as well as opportunities for students to pursue their own projects. Please bring something to work on for the first class, and a goal for the semester.Class #24724 - Color Theory With GouacheFriday9:30-12:30 pmScarbroRoom: VLGE 8330Gouache is a medium that produces bold colors, dries flat and even like acrylic or oil. The medium is opaque and can be used with watercolor and watercolor brushes, and yet simpler to use. The course will breakdown color at the elementary level for students to advance for a strong and confident foundation of color.Class #13061 - Oil and Acrylic PaintingFriday1-4 pmScarbroRoom: ART 3312Class is for beginners to advanced students. Instructor will demo different techniques and strategies of abstract art to realism.Class #22122 - Dynamic SketchingWednesday1-4 pmScarbroRoom: VLGE 8341Learn to draw quickly by understanding the basic principles of: shapes, angles, perspective, shading, composition and values. A grasp of these elements is essential. Materials: sketch paper, pencil, and ruler.Class #24725 - Life DrawingWednesday9:30-12:30 pmScarbroRoom: ART 3312All levels welcome. Working from the live model or guided exercises, we will study and review gesture, balance, musculature, foreshortening and experiment with various materials.Class #12966 - Renaissance Painting - Egg TemperaWednesday1-4 pmThorntonRoom: Art 3312Painting with egg tempera is a traditional method used by artists such as Botticelli, and Michelangelo. Students will receive ground pigments to make tempera paint, learn to prepare wood panels and paint using this brilliant, historical technique. Painting experience required.Class #19940 - Watercolor Painting 2Thursday9:30-12:30 pmKrausRoom: VLGE 8330Basic drawing experience recommended. This class begins where Watercolor 1 left off. It’s for students who would like to advance fundamental skills. Techniques such as color washes, surface preparation, transparency, wet on wet, glazing, color mixing, expression and composition will be emphasized. First class meeting bring table top covering and supplies.Class #19625 - Drawing ExplorationsThursday1-4 pmKrausRoom: VLGE 8330 Drawing 2 experience or higher recommended. Continue to hone your skills as you explore a variety of subject matter, styles, techniques and multi-mediums including charcoal, conte, colored paper, metal point, scratchboard, pen/ink, water soluble pencils, pastels, watercolor, etc. Bring table covering, table top easel, pencil, standard 8.5”x11” white unlined paper, blender and kneaded eraser to the first meeting.Class #19632 - Beyond DrawingFriday1-4 pmKrausRoom: AT 3800Via instructor assistance/critique and hands-on experience, advance your composition, style and technique, working on projects and media you select (oil excluded). Bring table covering and preferred materials.Class #22122 - Dynamic SketchingWednesday1-4 pmScarbroRoom: VLGE 8341Learn to draw quickly by understanding the basic principles of: shapes, angles, perspective, shading, composition and values. A grasp of these elements is essential. Materials: sketch paper, pencil, and ruler.Class #24725 - Life DrawingWednesday9:30-12:30 pmScarbroRoom: ART 3312All levels welcome. Working from the live model or guided exercises, we will study and review gesture, balance, musculature, foreshortening and experiment with various materials.Class #12966 - Renaissance Painting - Egg TemperaWednesday1-4 pmThorntonRoom: Art 3312Painting with egg tempera is a traditional method used by artists such as Botticelli, and Michelangelo. Students will receive ground pigments to make tempera paint, learn to prepare wood panels and paint using this brilliant, historical technique. Painting experience required.Class #19940 - Watercolor Painting 2Thursday9:30-12:30 pmKrausRoom: VLGE 8330Basic drawing experience recommended. This class begins where Watercolor 1 left off. It’s for students who would like to advance fundamental skills. Techniques such as color washes, surface preparation, transparency, wet on wet, glazing, color mixing, expression and composition will be emphasized. First class meeting bring table top covering and supplies.Class #19625 - Drawing ExplorationsThursday1-4 pmKrausRoom: VLGE 8330 Drawing 2 experience or higher recommended. Continue to hone your skills as you explore a variety of subject matter, styles, techniques and multi-mediums including charcoal, conte, colored paper, metal point, scratchboard, pen/ink, water soluble pencils, pastels, watercolor, etc. Bring table covering, table top easel, pencil, standard 8.5”x11” white unlined paper, blender and kneaded eraser to the first meeting.Class #19632 - Beyond DrawingFriday1-4 pmKrausRoom: AT 3800Via instructor assistance/critique and hands-on experience, advance your composition, style and technique, working on projects and media you select (oil excluded). Bring table covering and preferred materials.Class #19631 - Watercolor/Pastel PaintingFriday9:30-12:30 pmKrausRoom: AT 3800Basic drawing, watercolor and pastel experience recommended. Via lecture, demo, critique and hands-on experience, explore a variety of traditional and modern methods to advance your style, technique, composition and color mixing skills. Bring table covering and supplies to first meeting.Class #27436 - Chinese Brush Painting / “Splash Ink” Monday1-4 pmJamesRoom: VLGE 8341This class is a combination of “Splash Ink,” a spontaneous semi-abstract form of Chinese brush painting where paint is splashed onto the surface, and traditional Chinese brush painting. Students are free to use one or the other or both techniques leading to a more modern and liberating a result which is more abstract in nature.Art - Older Adult 63CE—Watercolor PaintingClass #13077 - WatercolorFriday1-4 pmThorntonRoom: BUS 3217 All levels are welcome. Learn about washes, dry brush techniques, color theory and color mixing and composition. Enjoy the spontaneity of watercolor and learn how to express your ideas. Bring table covering and materials to first class.Class #24723 - Acrylic Painting/CompositionThursday10-1 pmTirrRoom: VLGE 8341This course teaches how to recognize strength in a composition. It covers a variety of acrylic techniques such as glazing with matt and gloss mediums, liquid applications, dry brushing and blending and knife techniques. Working from still life and occasionally portraiture, the student will develop an expressive personal style and design.Class #24722 - Watercolor: In Plain SightTuesday10-1 pmTirrRoom: VLGE 8341 This course introduces the student to all types of applications of watercolor. It is designed for those students who are new to watercolor. It covers positive and negative painting, wet in wet, dry brush, glazing, and use of resists. It will enable the student to strengthen design and compositional skills, while covering the techniques needed to capture both still life and landscape in expressive and imaginative ways. The class will combine observation with expression, to develop a unique personal vocabulary.Class #19631 - Watercolor/Pastel PaintingFriday9:30-12:30 pmKrausRoom: AT 3800Basic drawing, watercolor and pastel experience recommended. Via lecture, demo, critique and hands-on experience, explore a variety of traditional and modern methods to advance your style, technique, composition and color mixing skills. Bring table covering and supplies to first meeting.Class #27436 - Chinese Brush Painting / “Splash Ink” Monday1-4 pmJamesRoom: VLGE 8341This class is a combination of “Splash Ink,” a spontaneous semi-abstract form of Chinese brush painting where paint is splashed onto the surface, and traditional Chinese brush painting. Students are free to use one or the other or both techniques leading to a more modern and liberating a result which is more abstract in nature.Art - Older Adult 63CE—Watercolor PaintingClass #13077 - WatercolorFriday1-4 pmThorntonRoom: BUS 3217 All levels are welcome. Learn about washes, dry brush techniques, color theory and color mixing and composition. Enjoy the spontaneity of watercolor and learn how to express your ideas. Bring table covering and materials to first class.Class #24723 - Acrylic Painting/CompositionThursday10-1 pmTirrRoom: VLGE 8341This course teaches how to recognize strength in a composition. It covers a variety of acrylic techniques such as glazing with matt and gloss mediums, liquid applications, dry brushing and blending and knife techniques. Working from still life and occasionally portraiture, the student will develop an expressive personal style and design.Class #24722 - Watercolor: In Plain SightTuesday10-1 pmTirrRoom: VLGE 8341 This course introduces the student to all types of applications of watercolor. It is designed for those students who are new to watercolor. It covers positive and negative painting, wet in wet, dry brush, glazing, and use of resists. It will enable the student to strengthen design and compositional skills, while covering the techniques needed to capture both still life and landscape in expressive and imaginative ways. The class will combine observation with expression, to develop a unique personal vocabulary.Class #19626 - Drawing with Color Media: Our World Tuesday1:30-4:30 pmTirrRoom: VLGE 8341 This course covers mixing collage with other color media, while introducing line, tone and a variety of drawing techniques and color exercises to achieve the skills required to render a broad range of subjects, from still life to landscape. The focus of the course is to develop a comfort level with a wide variety of color media.Class #19628 - Watercolor: The Natural WorldThursday1:30-4:30 pmTirrRoom: VLGE 8341This course introduces the student to all types of applications of watercolor. It is designed for those students who are intermediate watercolorists. It covers positive and negative painting, wet in wet, dry brush, glazing, and use of resists. It will enable the student to strengthen design and compositional skills, while covering the techniques needed to capture both still life and landscape in expressive and imaginative ways. The class will combine observation with expression, to develop a unique personal vocabulary. Weather permitting, some plein air painting may be puter - Vocational Education 187CE-Computer Usage SkillsClass #16413 - Basic Computer SurveyTuesday2:15-4:15 pmSimmondsRoom: BUS 3207 Learn computer terminology, how to use mouse, file management, word processing basics: format text, save files to flash drive, copy and paste text, add photos to documents; learn Internet and e-mail basics including send, reply, and add attachments.Class #24726 - Intermediate Computer SkillsFriday12-2 pmMurphyRoom: COSC 1507 Introduction to Microsoft Office - Intermediate Word, Intro to Excel, Intro to PowerPoint; download photos from phone and camera; introduction to Facebook and social media; email attachments, address book, groups; internet security.Class #20267 - Advanced Exploration of InternetTuesday1:45-3:45 pmPerretRoom: BUS 3250 This class will learn usage and safety, advanced browser searches, file management and other software applications.Class #19626 - Drawing with Color Media: Our World Tuesday1:30-4:30 pmTirrRoom: VLGE 8341 This course covers mixing collage with other color media, while introducing line, tone and a variety of drawing techniques and color exercises to achieve the skills required to render a broad range of subjects, from still life to landscape. The focus of the course is to develop a comfort level with a wide variety of color media.Class #19628 - Watercolor: The Natural WorldThursday1:30-4:30 pmTirrRoom: VLGE 8341This course introduces the student to all types of applications of watercolor. It is designed for those students who are intermediate watercolorists. It covers positive and negative painting, wet in wet, dry brush, glazing, and use of resists. It will enable the student to strengthen design and compositional skills, while covering the techniques needed to capture both still life and landscape in expressive and imaginative ways. The class will combine observation with expression, to develop a unique personal vocabulary. Weather permitting, some plein air painting may be puter - Vocational Education 187CE-Computer Usage SkillsClass #16413 - Basic Computer SurveyTuesday2:15-4:15 pmSimmondsRoom: BUS 3207 Learn computer terminology, how to use mouse, file management, word processing basics: format text, save files to flash drive, copy and paste text, add photos to documents; learn Internet and e-mail basics including send, reply, and add attachments.Class #24726 - Intermediate Computer SkillsFriday12-2 pmMurphyRoom: COSC 1507 Introduction to Microsoft Office - Intermediate Word, Intro to Excel, Intro to PowerPoint; download photos from phone and camera; introduction to Facebook and social media; email attachments, address book, groups; internet security.Class #20267 - Advanced Exploration of InternetTuesday1:45-3:45 pmPerretRoom: BUS 3250 This class will learn usage and safety, advanced browser searches, file management and other software applications.Finance - Older Adult 44CE-Personal Finance for SeniorsClass #12336 - Personal Finance Thursday1:50-3:50 pmDaruty, KathyRoom: Bus 3217 Learn the basics of investment strategies, Long Term Care Insurance, financial planning, the law, as well as techniques to minimize taxes, and how to create an income in retirement. This course is designed for the older adult. Class #19938 - Investing and Current Business Issues Monday1:45-3:45 pmBraun, DavidRoom: BUS 3218 This course explores the many different types of investments from the stock market to real estate along with current local, national and international business issues and how they might affect investments.Health and Fitness - Older Adult 52CE—Body Movement for Seniors Class #12577 - Body MovementMonday8:30-10:30 amShvetsovRoom: SGYM 5402 Improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat required.Class #12465 - Body MovementWednesday9-11 amShvetsovRoom: SGYM 5402 Improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat required.Class #12485 - Body MovementFriday9-11 amTapperRoom: SGYM 5402 Improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. A 6-foot resistance band, mat, and light dumbbells (1-5 lbs.) are required.Class #12436 - Body Movement Tuesday7:25-9:25 amTapperRoom: SGYM 5402 Improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. A 6-foot resistance band, mat, and light dumbbells (1-5 lbs.) are required.Finance - Older Adult 44CE-Personal Finance for SeniorsClass #12336 - Personal Finance Thursday1:50-3:50 pmDaruty, KathyRoom: Bus 3217 Learn the basics of investment strategies, Long Term Care Insurance, financial planning, the law, as well as techniques to minimize taxes, and how to create an income in retirement. This course is designed for the older adult. Class #19938 - Investing and Current Business Issues Monday1:45-3:45 pmBraun, DavidRoom: BUS 3218 This course explores the many different types of investments from the stock market to real estate along with current local, national and international business issues and how they might affect investments.Health and Fitness - Older Adult 52CE—Body Movement for Seniors Class #12577 - Body MovementMonday8:30-10:30 amShvetsovRoom: SGYM 5402 Improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat required.Class #12465 - Body MovementWednesday9-11 amShvetsovRoom: SGYM 5402 Improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. Mat required.Class #12485 - Body MovementFriday9-11 amTapperRoom: SGYM 5402 Improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. A 6-foot resistance band, mat, and light dumbbells (1-5 lbs.) are required.Class #12436 - Body Movement Tuesday7:25-9:25 amTapperRoom: SGYM 5402 Improve cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, muscle strength and endurance. A 6-foot resistance band, mat, and light dumbbells (1-5 lbs.) are required.Class #26851 - Aquatic FitnessMonday9-11 amLacelleRoom: PoolFun, fat-burning fitness workout using shallow water techniques designed for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve posture, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Bring swimsuit and class attire (rash guards, shoes, etc.) for instructor to check. First day of class, we will review the syllabus, equipment and facility information for 1 hour and get in the water the second hour of class.Class #19622 - Aquatic FitnessTuesday9-11 amHefterRoom: PoolFun, fat-burning fitness workout using shallow water techniques designed for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve posture, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Bring swimsuit and class attire (rash guards, shoes, etc.) for instructor to check. First day of class, we will review the syllabus, equipment and facility information for 1 hour and get in the water the second hour of class.Class #24717 - Aquatic FitnessWednesday9-11 amLacelleRoom: PoolFun, fat-burning fitness workout using shallow water techniques designed for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve posture, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Bring swimsuit and class attire (rash guards, shoes, etc.) for instructor to check. First day of class, we will review the syllabus, equipment and facility information for 1 hour and get in the water the second hour of class.Class #12422 - Aquatic FitnessThursday9-11 amHefterRoom: PoolFun, fat-burning fitness workout using shallow water techniques designed for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve posture, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Bring swimsuit and class attire (rash guards, shoes, etc.) for instructor to check. First day of class, we will review the syllabus, equipment and facility information for 1 hour and get in the water the second hour of class.Class #21270 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseMonday10:40-12:40 pmShvetsovRoom: VLGE 8111 This chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life. Equipment is provided.Class #26851 - Aquatic FitnessMonday9-11 amLacelleRoom: PoolFun, fat-burning fitness workout using shallow water techniques designed for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve posture, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Bring swimsuit and class attire (rash guards, shoes, etc.) for instructor to check. First day of class, we will review the syllabus, equipment and facility information for 1 hour and get in the water the second hour of class.Class #19622 - Aquatic FitnessTuesday9-11 amHefterRoom: PoolFun, fat-burning fitness workout using shallow water techniques designed for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve posture, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Bring swimsuit and class attire (rash guards, shoes, etc.) for instructor to check. First day of class, we will review the syllabus, equipment and facility information for 1 hour and get in the water the second hour of class.Class #24717 - Aquatic FitnessWednesday9-11 amLacelleRoom: PoolFun, fat-burning fitness workout using shallow water techniques designed for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve posture, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Bring swimsuit and class attire (rash guards, shoes, etc.) for instructor to check. First day of class, we will review the syllabus, equipment and facility information for 1 hour and get in the water the second hour of class.Class #12422 - Aquatic FitnessThursday9-11 amHefterRoom: PoolFun, fat-burning fitness workout using shallow water techniques designed for swimmers and non-swimmers. Improve posture, flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Bring swimsuit and class attire (rash guards, shoes, etc.) for instructor to check. First day of class, we will review the syllabus, equipment and facility information for 1 hour and get in the water the second hour of class.Class #21270 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseMonday10:40-12:40 pmShvetsovRoom: VLGE 8111 This chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life. Equipment is provided.Class #22109 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseTuesday9:45-11:45 amTapperRoom: VLGE 8111 This chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life. Equipment is provided.Class #12546 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseThursday8:30-10:30 amTapperRoom: VLGE 8111 This chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life. Equipment is provided.Class #28195 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseWednesday1:30-3:30 pmShvetsovRoom: VLGE 8111 This chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life. Equipment is provided.Class #22175 - Chair YogaWednesday11:15-1:15 pmCumminsRoom: VLGE 8111 Chair Yoga is a class focusing on the Body-Mind system of Hatha Yoga that embraces healthful physical exercise and relaxation techniques. Designed to safely build stability and mobility, strength and flexibility in muscles and joints, classes will learn and practice seated and standing yoga poses with the chair and additional support materials, (balls, straps, Therabands and other devices) Also incorporated into classes will be strategies for reducing postural tension patterns and improving body alignment and yoga relaxation and breathing techniques. Equipment is provided. Students are encouraged to bring a yoga mat to each class for additional support.Class #28194 - Yoga: Chair Exercise Monday1-3 pmJensenRoom: VLGE 8111 This class consists of gentle exercises using a chair for seated and/or standing support. Includes yoga chair techniques. Elastic tubing/Therabands, balance discs, and balls are used to improve muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Please bring a towel to class. Equipment is provided.Class #22109 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseTuesday9:45-11:45 amTapperRoom: VLGE 8111 This chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life. Equipment is provided.Class #12546 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseThursday8:30-10:30 amTapperRoom: VLGE 8111 This chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life. Equipment is provided.Class #28195 - Body Movement: Chair ExerciseWednesday1:30-3:30 pmShvetsovRoom: VLGE 8111 This chair-based class is focused on developing bone health and muscle strength, while minimizing stress and impact to joints. The class blends gentle seated cardiovascular movements with dynamic stretching to improve mobility, decrease pain, and improve overall health and quality of life. Equipment is provided.Class #22175 - Chair YogaWednesday11:15-1:15 pmCumminsRoom: VLGE 8111 Chair Yoga is a class focusing on the Body-Mind system of Hatha Yoga that embraces healthful physical exercise and relaxation techniques. Designed to safely build stability and mobility, strength and flexibility in muscles and joints, classes will learn and practice seated and standing yoga poses with the chair and additional support materials, (balls, straps, Therabands and other devices) Also incorporated into classes will be strategies for reducing postural tension patterns and improving body alignment and yoga relaxation and breathing techniques. Equipment is provided. Students are encouraged to bring a yoga mat to each class for additional support.Class #28194 - Yoga: Chair Exercise Monday1-3 pmJensenRoom: VLGE 8111 This class consists of gentle exercises using a chair for seated and/or standing support. Includes yoga chair techniques. Elastic tubing/Therabands, balance discs, and balls are used to improve muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Please bring a towel to class. Equipment is provided.Yoga - Older Adult 53CE—Yoga for SeniorsClass #12594 - Intermediate Yoga/Mat PilatesFriday7:50-9:50 amMacDonaldRoom: NGYM 5601 Building on previous Yoga/Mat Pilates experience, continue to build core strength, flexibility, coordination, and improve balance. Please bring mat to class.Class #12587 - Basic Yoga/Mat PilatesThursday7:25-9:25 amMacDonaldRoom: NGym 5601 Introduction to basic yoga postures and mat Pilates techniques, exploring proper alignment, core strength, flexibility, breath work, and balance improvement. Please bring mat to class.Class #22339 - Yoga: Chair/Mat ExerciseTuesday12-2 pmFeldmanRoom: VLGE 8111 Gentle stretching, core strength, deep breathing and stress reduction focusing techniques. Please bring mat to class. Focus: techniques for restorative Yoga using foam roller to both provide and receive corrective muscle release.Class #12627 – YogaTuesday7:25-9:25 amFeldmanRoom: NGYM 5601 Gentle stretching, core strength, deep breathing and stress reduction focusing techniques. Please bring mat to class.Class #12613 - Yoga: Chair Exercise Thursday10:45-12:45 pmMacDonaldRoom: VLGE 8111 This class consists of gentle exercises using a chair for seated and/or standing support. Includes yoga chair techniques. Elastic tubing/Therabands, balance discs, and balls are used to improve muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Please bring a towel to class. Equipment is provided.Class #12644 - Yoga: Chair Exercise Friday10:45-12:45 pmMacDonald, AmyRoom: VLGE 8111 This class consists of gentle exercises using a chair for seated and/or standing support. Includes yoga chair techniques. Elastic tubing/Therabands, balance discs, and balls are used to improve muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Please bring a towel to class. Equipment is provided.Yoga - Older Adult 53CE—Yoga for SeniorsClass #12594 - Intermediate Yoga/Mat PilatesFriday7:50-9:50 amMacDonaldRoom: NGYM 5601 Building on previous Yoga/Mat Pilates experience, continue to build core strength, flexibility, coordination, and improve balance. Please bring mat to class.Class #12587 - Basic Yoga/Mat PilatesThursday7:25-9:25 amMacDonaldRoom: NGym 5601 Introduction to basic yoga postures and mat Pilates techniques, exploring proper alignment, core strength, flexibility, breath work, and balance improvement. Please bring mat to class.Class #22339 - Yoga: Chair/Mat ExerciseTuesday12-2 pmFeldmanRoom: VLGE 8111 Gentle stretching, core strength, deep breathing and stress reduction focusing techniques. Please bring mat to class. Focus: techniques for restorative Yoga using foam roller to both provide and receive corrective muscle release.Class #12627 – YogaTuesday7:25-9:25 amFeldmanRoom: NGYM 5601 Gentle stretching, core strength, deep breathing and stress reduction focusing techniques. Please bring mat to class.Class #12613 - Yoga: Chair Exercise Thursday10:45-12:45 pmMacDonaldRoom: VLGE 8111 This class consists of gentle exercises using a chair for seated and/or standing support. Includes yoga chair techniques. Elastic tubing/Therabands, balance discs, and balls are used to improve muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Please bring a towel to class. Equipment is provided.Class #12644 - Yoga: Chair Exercise Friday10:45-12:45 pmMacDonald, AmyRoom: VLGE 8111 This class consists of gentle exercises using a chair for seated and/or standing support. Includes yoga chair techniques. Elastic tubing/Therabands, balance discs, and balls are used to improve muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and cardiovascular fitness. Please bring a towel to class. Equipment is provided.Health and Fitness - Older Adult 58CE—Healthy LivingClass #12831 - Body-Mind FusionFriday11:10-1:10 pmTinto-SingerRoom: SGYM 5402 Build strong mental & physical health with body and cardio sculpturing. Bring 1-2 lbs weights, mat, water and small ball the size of a grapefruit for Tai Qi Ball range of motion exercises.Class #12746 - Body-Mind FusionMonday10:40-12:40 pmTinto-SingerRoom: SGYM 5402 Build strong mental & physical health with body and cardio sculpturing. Bring 1-2 lbs weights, mat, water and small ball the size of a grapefruit for Tai Qi Ball range of motion exercises.Class #27405 - Understand Exercise Techniques and Body MovementThursday1:30-3:30 pmTinto-SingerRoom: VLGE 8111Learn about muscles and joints, body mechanics, and body alignment and how they impact daily activities. Improve posture and gait. Learn how and what conditions affect the aging body. Class incorporates lectures, videos, and exercise techniques to improve general health and enhance cognitive health.Class #12783 - Body-Mind FusionWednesday 11:10-1:10 pmTinto-SingerRoom: SGYM 5402 Build strong mental & physical health with body and cardio sculpturing. Bring 1-2 lbs weights, mat, water and small ball the size of a grapefruit for Tai Qi Ball range of motion exercises.Class #12805 - East meets WestWednesday2-4 pmTinto-SingerRoom: MUS 3423 This introductory class explores the fundamental concepts, and compares Western and Eastern methodology with an integrated approach to healthy living.Music - Older Adult 49CE—Music Appreciation for SeniorsClass #19621 - Music, Politics and OppressionWednesday11:30-1:30 pmBrostoff, NealRoom: MUS 3401 Appropriating music for its political or propagandistic value reached unprecedented highs (or lows) in the 20th century. This course will examine the environments in which composers and performers lived and died. Topics will include music during the Soviet and Third Reich eras, cabaret, jazz and Yiddish tangos in Germany and Poland, and Nazi-era operas, including current restoration and performance efforts.Health and Fitness - Older Adult 58CE—Healthy LivingClass #12831 - Body-Mind FusionFriday11:10-1:10 pmTinto-SingerRoom: SGYM 5402 Build strong mental & physical health with body and cardio sculpturing. Bring 1-2 lbs weights, mat, water and small ball the size of a grapefruit for Tai Qi Ball range of motion exercises.Class #12746 - Body-Mind FusionMonday10:40-12:40 pmTinto-SingerRoom: SGYM 5402 Build strong mental & physical health with body and cardio sculpturing. Bring 1-2 lbs weights, mat, water and small ball the size of a grapefruit for Tai Qi Ball range of motion exercises.Class #27405 - Understand Exercise Techniques and Body MovementThursday1:30-3:30 pmTinto-SingerRoom: VLGE 8111Learn about muscles and joints, body mechanics, and body alignment and how they impact daily activities. Improve posture and gait. Learn how and what conditions affect the aging body. Class incorporates lectures, videos, and exercise techniques to improve general health and enhance cognitive health.Class #12783 - Body-Mind FusionWednesday 11:10-1:10 pmTinto-SingerRoom: SGYM 5402 Build strong mental & physical health with body and cardio sculpturing. Bring 1-2 lbs weights, mat, water and small ball the size of a grapefruit for Tai Qi Ball range of motion exercises.Class #12805 - East meets WestWednesday2-4 pmTinto-SingerRoom: MUS 3423 This introductory class explores the fundamental concepts, and compares Western and Eastern methodology with an integrated approach to healthy living.Music - Older Adult 49CE—Music Appreciation for SeniorsClass #19621 - Music, Politics and OppressionWednesday11:30-1:30 pmBrostoff, NealRoom: MUS 3401 Appropriating music for its political or propagandistic value reached unprecedented highs (or lows) in the 20th century. This course will examine the environments in which composers and performers lived and died. Topics will include music during the Soviet and Third Reich eras, cabaret, jazz and Yiddish tangos in Germany and Poland, and Nazi-era operas, including current restoration and performance efforts.Class #19939 - Masterpieces of the Symphonic Repertoire - Part 2Wednesday2-4 pmDomine, JamesRoom: MUS 3401 Course covers the historical development and performance of the great masterpieces of the symphonic repertoire. Students will acquire listening and analytical skills associated with the symphonic repertoire. Class involves listening to examples, discussion of the biographies of composers and relevant materials associated with the symphony and related orchestral works, especially focusing on music from the Classical and Romantic periods. This class is a continuation of Part 1, which focuses on Early Music, Renaissance and Baroque periods.Class #21269 - Broadway Musicals - Part 2Monday1-3 pmDomineRoom: MUS 3401 Course covers the development and performance of Broadway Musicals involving listening examples, discussion of the repertoire, as well as the composers, lyricists and source material associated with each. Lectures will discuss the role of significant composers and performers in the historical development of the American musical from its beginnings in the ethnic theaters of New York City circa 1900 through the late 20th century. In Part 1 (Spring 2019) emphasis was placed on the “golden age” of Broadway spanning chronologically from the late 1930sthrough the early 1960s. In Part 2 the focus is on the “dark musicals” of the 1970s continuing through contemporary productions.Class #12346 - Our Hills (and Valleys) are Alive with the Sound of Music!Friday10:30-12:30 pmPiazzaRoom: IRIS 0914A wide-ranging journey through the pop, jazz, folk and classical musical scene in our own San Fernando Valley. This course highlights performances by a variety of national and international stars performing in such well known venues as the Soroya Theater at CSUN, the Thousand Oaks Performing Arts Center, the Vibrato Grill, the Baked Potato, the LA Symphonic Winds, and the San Fernando Valley Symphony.Class #12392 - Encore SingersThursday2:30-4:30 pmAvakian-AkkusRoom: MUS 3400 Experience the joy of singing! Learn new songs and revisit familiar songs. Whether your experience is singing in the shower or singing in a group, this class is for you. You will learn basic singing techniques, proper breathing and voice exercises. Emphasis is on developing and understanding the singing voice, the body as a musical instrument, and the vocal potential of each student. At the end of the semester, enjoy performing in a concert or encouraging fellow classmates as they perform. All levels are welcome to join.Class #19939 - Masterpieces of the Symphonic Repertoire - Part 2Wednesday2-4 pmDomine, JamesRoom: MUS 3401 Course covers the historical development and performance of the great masterpieces of the symphonic repertoire. Students will acquire listening and analytical skills associated with the symphonic repertoire. Class involves listening to examples, discussion of the biographies of composers and relevant materials associated with the symphony and related orchestral works, especially focusing on music from the Classical and Romantic periods. This class is a continuation of Part 1, which focuses on Early Music, Renaissance and Baroque periods.Class #21269 - Broadway Musicals - Part 2Monday1-3 pmDomineRoom: MUS 3401 Course covers the development and performance of Broadway Musicals involving listening examples, discussion of the repertoire, as well as the composers, lyricists and source material associated with each. Lectures will discuss the role of significant composers and performers in the historical development of the American musical from its beginnings in the ethnic theaters of New York City circa 1900 through the late 20th century. In Part 1 (Spring 2019) emphasis was placed on the “golden age” of Broadway spanning chronologically from the late 1930sthrough the early 1960s. In Part 2 the focus is on the “dark musicals” of the 1970s continuing through contemporary productions.Class #12346 - Our Hills (and Valleys) are Alive with the Sound of Music!Friday10:30-12:30 pmPiazzaRoom: IRIS 0914A wide-ranging journey through the pop, jazz, folk and classical musical scene in our own San Fernando Valley. This course highlights performances by a variety of national and international stars performing in such well known venues as the Soroya Theater at CSUN, the Thousand Oaks Performing Arts Center, the Vibrato Grill, the Baked Potato, the LA Symphonic Winds, and the San Fernando Valley Symphony.Class #12392 - Encore SingersThursday2:30-4:30 pmAvakian-AkkusRoom: MUS 3400 Experience the joy of singing! Learn new songs and revisit familiar songs. Whether your experience is singing in the shower or singing in a group, this class is for you. You will learn basic singing techniques, proper breathing and voice exercises. Emphasis is on developing and understanding the singing voice, the body as a musical instrument, and the vocal potential of each student. At the end of the semester, enjoy performing in a concert or encouraging fellow classmates as they perform. All levels are welcome to join.Class #12360 - The Musical Bands of Brothers and Sisters!Friday1:30-3:30 pmPiazzaRoom: IRIS 0914 From the Beatles to the Berlin Philharmonic and the Miles Davis Quartet to the Juilliard String Quartet, this unique course will explore the repertoire, history and impact of the most recognized musical ensembles of our time. Class members will be encouraged to share recordings of their favorite bands, orchestras and musical ensembles. LA Opera Orchestra member Stephen Piazza will lead us on a fascinating instrumental, musical and artisticvoyage of discovery.Class #12360 - The Musical Bands of Brothers and Sisters!Friday1:30-3:30 pmPiazzaRoom: IRIS 0914 From the Beatles to the Berlin Philharmonic and the Miles Davis Quartet to the Juilliard String Quartet, this unique course will explore the repertoire, history and impact of the most recognized musical ensembles of our time. Class members will be encouraged to share recordings of their favorite bands, orchestras and musical ensembles. LA Opera Orchestra member Stephen Piazza will lead us on a fascinating instrumental, musical and artisticvoyage of discovery.Office: VLGE 8310A (behind South Gym)Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am - 4:00 pmTelephone: (818) 710-2561 ................
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