Dementia is one of the major causes of disability worldwide. This short course will explore topics related to understanding, living with, and working with adults with dementia, including how dementia is different from normal aging, the disease's progression, how it affects individuals and their family and caregivers/care-partners, healthcare & support options, and prevention.October 27, 2026 to November 17, 2026, Online Course
Public speaking is one of the most valuable skills you can develop, whether you're interviewing for a job, leading a meeting, presenting ideas, growing a business, or simply communicating with confidence. Beginners and emerging speakers will learn to organize their thoughts, overcome nervousness, and communicate clearly in front of others. Participants will learn practical speaking techniques, presentation skills, and confidence-building strategies they can use in both personal and professional settings. Through hands-on exercises and supportive feedback, students will leave prepared to speak with greater clarity, confidence, and impact.September 8, 2026 to October 6, 2026, Doermer School of Business Bldg, Room 320 January 26, 2027 to February 23, 2027, Doermer School of Business Bldg, Room 320
Discover how journaling can inspire clarity, creativity, and personal growth. This class invites participants to explore a variety of journaling styles - from reflective writing and mindful bullet journaling to creative memory keeping and the timeless practice of commonplace journaling. Each session focuses on a unique theme designed to help you clear your mind, organize your thoughts, capture meaningful memories, and connect ideas in new ways. Through guided activities and hands-on projects, participants will develop personalized journaling practices that foster reflection, focus, and self-expression.Class not currently open for registration. Click here to be notified of future offerings.
Discover the creative possibilities of modern hand lettering in this beginner-friendly course. Learn the fundamentals of letter structure and letterform design while exploring various hand lettering styles. Guided instruction and hands-on practice will help you build skills, confidence, and creative expression.Class not currently open for registration. Click here to be notified of future offerings.
Launched in 2013, Canva is an online design and publishing tool with a mission to empower everyone in the world to design anything and publish anywhere. In this course, students will discover Canva Pro through applied projects that build design skills for personal, business, and educational use. Students will create a variety of digital media, including personal planning tools, event promotions, social media content, marketing and brand identity, presentations, and more.Class not currently open for registration. Click here to be notified of future offerings.
In this course, students will expand their Canva Pro skills through advanced projects that build confidence in design, photo editing, video creation, and visual communication for personal, business, and educational use. Through hands-on projects, students will sharpen their photo editing skills, explore advanced design techniques, and utilize creative effects and professional workflows that help bring their ideas to life.Class not currently open for registration. Click here to be notified of future offerings.
Portrait photography is an excellent skill to cultivate. Whether you just want to take better photos of your family or want to build on your portrait portfolio, learn how to create exceptional portraits using poses and lighting that emphasize your subjects' character and features.November 3, 2026 to December 1, 2026, Visual Arts Building Room 209
This course is designed for participants interested in creating fine art photographic images. By exploring photographers past and present, students will gain an understanding of how to create unique images that are compelling, creative, and that express ideas unique to the photographer. Students will be encouraged to create images for this course and show them in class to analyze and discuss. All types of cameras may be used including cell phones, but DSLR or mirrorless camera is preferred.April 8, 2027 to May 6, 2027, Visual Arts Building Room 209
Get a head start on spring by learning how to grow strong vegetable and flower seedlings from seeds. You'll learn planting techniques, the best lighting for healthy growth, and how to prepare your seedlings for outdoor planting.Monday, February 22, 2027, Doermer School of Business Bldg, Room 320
Grow new plants from your existing ones using techniques like cutting, division, and offsets. Witness live demonstrations of propagation methods, receive tips for identifying which plants can be propagated, and learn how supplemental lighting can keep plants thriving.Monday, February 8, 2027, Doermer School of Business Bldg, Room 320
Our course will provide an introduction to the fundamental principles and elements of interior design. Students will explore the creative and technical aspects of interior design, gaining the basic concepts necessary to create functional and aesthetically pleasing interior space. Throughout the course, students will learn about color theory, lighting design, furniture selection, material selection, and decorative elements. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how these elements work together to create cohesive and harmonious interiors.October 5-26, 2026, Online Course
Learn the foundational principles of Feng Shui and how to create a space that nurtures your wellbeing, energy, and goals.November 9-30, 2026, Online Course
In this introductory course, students will learn how to sign basic phrases and sentences. Students will learn how to introduce themselves, colors, numbers, locations, activity words and so much more. By the end of the course, students will gain an understanding of the world of Deaf culture and be able to communicate effectively using sign language.January 5, 2026 to June 29, 2026, Online Course
In this next-level course, students will continue to build phrases and sentences with the vocabulary acquired during American Sign Language: Beginning I, as well as some new vocabulary. Students will practice phrases and sentences by recording their own signing and uploading their videos for review. Students will also continue to explore the world of Deaf culture.January 5, 2026 to June 29, 2026, Online Course
Join us for an immersive class led by olive oil expert Lori Berndt from The Olive Twist. Learn to select premium extra virgin olive oils with confidence, discovering their nuances through sensory training and gaining insights into quality, health benefits, and culinary applications. Explore varietals, detect freshness, and embrace the art of olive oil selection for a healthier and more flavorful culinary experience. Elevate your cooking and nourish your well-being with The Olive Twist's expertise.Thursday, October 29, 2026, Doermer School of Business Bldg, Room 320
Students will be guided on a fun and educational journey to learn about this aromatic beverage enjoyed all around the world. Experience multiple tea tastings, savor foods that pair well with the teas, and receive tea samples to take home all while learning the origins of tea, differences between tea varieties, how to ensure tea quality, health benefits of tea, and more!Tuesday, May 11, 2027, Doermer School of Business Bldg, Room 320
In this class, we will be looking at store bought salad dressings made with chemicals and artificial ingredients and comparing them to simple flavorful homemade dressings. Taste the difference & educate yourself on how to make a better dressing from chemical free ingredients, including quality extra virgin olive oil and aged balsamic.Class not currently open for registration. Click here to be notified of future offerings.
Delve into the world of salts and peppers with this comprehensive course. Learn about the origins, compositions, and culinary uses of different salts and peppers, from Himalayan pink salt to various pepper varieties. Explore factors influencing flavor and quality, including mineral content and processing methods, and gain practical insights into selecting and storing these essential ingredients. Enhance your cooking skills through interactive tastings and discussions on flavor pairings and innovative culinary techniques.Class not currently open for registration. Click here to be notified of future offerings.
If you are looking for an opportunity to learn how to put a handle on a mug or improve your pottery skills, this is the class for you! The workshop will focus on wheel-throwing cups and learning various methods of handle-making.September 8, 2026 to October 13, 2026, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114
The focus will be on testing ceramic glazes that will be used to finish the pottery that you make during the class. The basic components of a ceramic glaze will be discussed and how they respond to material substitutions and firing atmospheres.October 20, 2026 to November 23, 2026, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114
Learning to make teapots and pitchers will be the focus of this class. Demonstrations will include making wheel-thrown, slab-built, pulled, and molded spouts as well as lids and handles.January 26, 2027 to March 2, 2027, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114
This class will focus on making wheel-thrown jars and lid making techniques. Participants will have the opportunity to make, glaze, and finish jars as well as make other pottery forms during open lab times.March 8, 2027 to April 13, 2027, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114
Learning to decorate pottery in new and innovative ways will be the focus of this class. Decorating techniques such as stamping, texturizing, piercing, and others will be demonstrated. Participants will have an opportunity to make pottery forms, try out new decorating techniques, and glaze fire their work to completion.May 27, 2027 to June 29, 2027, Visual Arts Bldg Rm 114
If you are learning to make pottery for the first time, or you are looking to improve your skills, this is the class for you! Introductory, intermediate, and advanced techniques will be demonstrated and one-on-one instruction will be included to meet each participant at their level.Class not currently open for registration. Click here to be notified of future offerings.
This course helps you develop the same story structuring skills the pros use. Learn how your passion, theme, premise, and characters help create the structure of your story. Discover how viewpoint, dialogue, pacing, and many other techniques are used to build scenes and move your story from beginning to end.January 5, 2026 to June 29, 2026, Online Course
This class will cover the basics of improv and stage acting, giving students the tools to feel confident performing in front of an audience. Class will consist of improv games and exercises for the first few sessions, followed by a focus on scripted scene work. Students will explore different characters and learn how to craft the arc of a scene, both scripted and improvised, all within a collaborative and supportive environment.Class not currently open for registration. Click here to be notified of future offerings.
