Courses

Adventures To Europe: Travel Exploration Night

Are you interested in joining one of our tours? Will your destination be France, Costa Rica, or Italy? To discover more about each featured location, come and spend an hour with us!

Wednesday, October 23, 2019, HC Rm 111 Door 5

Ballroom Dancing for Beginners

Learn easy steps and turns in popular ballroom dances, including waltz, foxtrot, swing, salsa, and more. Dance in sync, gain confidence, and have fun on the floor in a surprisingly short time!

October 2-23, 2019, RM Commons Door A
February 20, 2020 to March 12, 2020, RM Commons Door A
April 15, 2020 to May 6, 2020, RM Commons Door A

Chicken en Croute

Let's have some fun in the kitchen on a Friday night! We'll make an entire meal around a classic chicken breast wrapped in puff pastry. Make it a date night, a friends' night out, or make new friends over good food!

Friday, December 6, 2019, ER Rm 352 Door H

A Culinary Cruise of the Mediterranean

Chef Anu takes you on a culinary journey along the shores of the Mediterranean as you learn to cook foods from Greece, Turkey, Italy, and Spain! Pair pricing available.

Wednesday, October 9, 2019, ER Rm 352 Door H

Dealing with Difficult People in the Workplace

Dealing with difficult personalities and challenging subjects in the workplace takes skill, tact, and confidence. Effective communication is a key component in managing conflict and making your day-to-day interactions run smoothly. Find your voice in this online course. This course is included in the Workplace Conflict Solutions Certificate course.

October 7, 2019 to November 1, 2019, Online Only

Delicious Fall Dishes from the Garden

Discover how to prepare delicious dishes with produce grown in your own garden or purchased from your local farmers' market!

Thursday, September 26, 2019, Oliver Kelley Farm

Dog Obedience, Basics

Learn the basics of on-leash obedience, including commands such as heel, sit, down, come, stand and stay.

November 4-25, 2019, HC Cafeteria Door 5

Extraordinary Customer Service

We all know good customer service is important, but what makes it truly extraordinary? Discover how easy it is to tweak ordinary customer service into an experience that will keep customers coming back. This course is included in the Certificate in Customer Service course.

October 7, 2019 to November 1, 2019, Online Only

Legal Office Administration

Does the thought of working in a legal office intrigue you? Acquire the knowledge and skills you need to become an effective and efficient administrative member of any legal office team!

November 4-29, 2019, Online Only

Managing Productivity

A growing number of employees are working remotely, including from home, requiring organizations to move from measuring time to measuring productivity and outcomes. Take a look at four new management systems to measure your own productivity, as well as that of others. This course is included in the Productivity and Time Management Certificate course.

November 4-29, 2019, Online Only

Moroccan Magic

Travel without a passport and enjoy the culinary wonders of Morocco with Chef Anu. Discover the sweetness and spice of an exotic Moroccan meal from tea to dessert.

Wednesday, November 6, 2019, ER Rm 352 Door H

Negotiation: Get What You Want

Negotiation and bargaining skills are useful in everyday life as well as in business and the workplace. Discover your natural bargaining style and learn how to balance firmness and flexibility to get the best outcome. This course is included in the Certificate in Workplace Communication course.

October 7, 2019 to November 1, 2019, Online Only

Never Trust a Thin Cook

Uncork the secrets of Italian cuisine as author Eric Dregni leads you through his story as an American abroad, brimming with adventures both expected and unexpected, awkward social moments, and, most importantly, very good food!

Tuesday, November 19, 2019, HC Rm 111 Door 5

Premier World Discovery: Travel Exploration Night

Join us for a presentation on these exciting travel destinations: "Rose Parade New Year's," "Holland Windmills, Waterways and Tulips River Cruise," and "Scandinavian Highlights."

Monday, October 7, 2019, HC Rm 209 Door 5

Productivity eTools: Be Organized and Get Stuff Done

Turbo-charge your work and simplify your life! Discover new apps, tools, and tricks each week that will help you work more efficiently. This course is included in the Productivity and Time Management Certificate course.


October 7, 2019 to November 1, 2019, Online Only

Puppy Play Group: 12 Weeks to 9 Months

Socialization is the key to ensuring that your puppy will be happy, confident and well-adjusted. It's important to get your puppy involved in socialization at an early age.

November 4-25, 2019, HC Cafeteria Door 5

Stress Management in the Workplace

Stress isn't the enemy. Events happen every day. How we interpret those events can set the stage for how we feel and how we react to others. This course is included in the Workplace Conflict Solutions Certification course.

November 4-29, 2019, Online Only

Traveling Disney

Does the thought of planning a Disney vacation overwhelm you? We can help! Join us to discuss the ins and outs, the when, where, what and how of planning and getting ready for the vacation of a lifetime.

Wednesday, October 9, 2019, HC Rm 209 Door 5

Traditional French Cuisine

Magnifique! Experience exquisite French classics from French onion soup topped with toasted croutons and Gruyere cheese, to Crepes Suzette served with an exquisite orange liqueur sauce.

Friday, November 8, 2019, ER Rm 352 Door H

Walking Tour: St. Paul Cathedral and Summit Avenue Homes

We will tour the interior of the beautiful St. Paul Cathedral, then walk several blocks up Summit Avenue to see grand houses designed by Minnesota State Capitol architect Cass Gilbert and Minnesota's most prolific architect, Clarence Johnston.

Saturday, September 28, 2019, Summit Avenue St Paul

Using Personality Profiles for Better Work Performance

Understanding yourself and others increases your overall effectiveness at work, at home, and in all your relationships. Learn how to communicate effectively with all personality styles. This course is included in the Certificate in Workplace Communication course.

November 4-29, 2019, Online Only

Vikings in the Attic: In Search of Nordic America

What does it actually mean to grow up Scandinavian-American or to live with the Norwegians, Swedes, Finns, Danes and Icelanders among us? Minnesota author Eric Dregni explores the significant -- and quite often bizarre -- historic sites, tales and traditions of Scandinavia's peculiar colony in the Midwest.

Tuesday, October 15, 2019, HC Rm 111 Door 5

Certificate in Customer Service

Customer service is an essential part of any business or organization. As the use of technology increases, human interaction with customers becomes even more important. You can become an excellent service provider through this two-part online program.
Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the two required courses: Extraordinary Customer Service and Keys to Customer Service.

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Certificate in Workplace Communication

Communication in the workplace is more important than ever and critical to your career advancement and success. Discover skills and techniques you can study over the weekend and put to use on Monday morning!
Registration for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Conflict Management, Negotiation: Get What You Want, and Using Personality Profiles for Better Work Performance.

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Keys to Customer Service

Good customer service skills can have a powerful impact on your life as well as your career. Discover how to avoid customer turnoffs and what it takes to consistently deliver great customer service. This course is included in the Certificate in Customer Service course.

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LEED v4 Green Associate Exam Prep

This online course covers the fundamental concepts of green building and is intended to prepare students to earn the LEED Green Associate credential from the Green Building Certification Institute.

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New 21st Century Strategies for Productivity and Time Management

How effectively you manage your time and productivity can affect your business and personal life in many ways. Learn the difference between being busy and being productive. This course is included in the Productivity and Time Management Certificate course.

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Podcasting

Podcasts are like "on-demand radio," and cover all kinds of topics! Do you have a business, hobby or passion you'd like to share? Discover how to get started in podcasting and how you can reach your maximum audience.

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Productivity and Time Management Certificate

Boost your productivity by managing your time better! Discover new techniques and strategies, how to utilize technology, how to document your own productivity, and how to manage the productivity of others.
Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Managing Productivity, New 21st Century Strategies for Productivity and Time Management, and Productivity eTools: Be Organized and Get Stuff Done.

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Supervisory and Leadership Certificate

Your employees are your most valuable resources! Even experience supervisors and managers will discover something new and practical in this online course.

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Workplace Conflict Solutions Certificate

Today's employees are expected to have a solid set of interpersonal skills. Become an effective team member and leader in the workplace by learning how to navigate problematic interactions with ease. 
Registering for this certificate program will automatically enroll you in the three required courses: Conflict Management, Dealing with Difficult People in the Workplace, and Stress Management in the Workplace.

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