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Spring 2015CommuniversityEnrich Your Life with Quality CoursesPicture Yourself Learning Something NewSee Inside forNoncredit Courses:Business & CareerTravel, Culture, LanguageMusic & DanceSports & AdventureTest Preparation and moreuc.edu/ce/commu

Welcome!March, April and May classesOur noncredit classes are for adults of all ages. The learning is “pressure-free” (no tests orgrades to worry about) and flexible—designed with you in mind.Whether you want to dance a new step, tap into technology, speak a new language, or kickyour career up a notch, you will discover something new with our expert instructors.Come to feed your mind, find a new direction, work your body, or just enjoy yourself asyou meet others with similar interests. Look inside our catalog to find out about our over200 online classes and our 100 fun, informal, hands-on face-to-face classes.Enrollment is easy —just a quick phone call513-556-6932or a few mouse clicks awayuc.edu/ce/commuCome and put yourselfin the picture of learningsomething new!Donna BurnsDonna BurnsDirector, CommuniversityLearn to EarnContentsArts & Handicrafts. 3Astronomy. 5Business & Career. 6Certificate Programs for Professional Development. 7Computer Skills.15Communication & Writing. 8Explore the World. 8Home & Garden. 9Fitness & Health.10Languages.12Music & Dance.13Online Classes with ed2Go.15Personal Development.17Sports & Adventure.19Test Preparation.21Program Information.224 Easy Ways to Enroll.23Swing into GolfIcons courtesy of wpzoom.com2Communiversity Spring 2015

Arts & HandicraftsClasses in antiques, art, bead jewelry, painting, pottery, stained glass, etc.Bead Jewelry Making IMake your own unique jewelry using a wide varietyof sterling silver and glass beads. Learn basic beadingtechniques including bead selection, clasp attachment,and bracelet, necklace and earring design. Use yournew skills in class to fashion two pieces of jewelry (yourchoice between earrings, bracelet or 16" necklace – with 1 per extra inch wanted). Come away with the skills tonot only create more jewelry on your own but also torepair broken jewelry. No experience necessary.Megan Painter will guide you through the processof creating professional looking jewelry.Wed., 7–9 pm; May 13; 24 (no discounts), plus 20 supply fee payable to instructor in class (includesall beads, wire, clasps, and supplies to complete thein-class projects); #3668-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusCreate a Unique Pottery VaseDesign a pottery vase with impressions of your favoritegarden plants. During the first class you will form thevase from clay slabs and add texture by embossing itwith sprigs of vegetation. Your vase will be bisque-firedbefore the second class when you will stain and glazeit to highlight the textured surface. After a glaze-firingit's ready for you to pick-up. Your finished piece willbe approximately 4" in diameter and 10" tall. Bring afew of your own plant sprigs or use those provided bythe studio.Rick Hoffman has over twenty years of experiencemaking pottery and teaching others how to make it. Heowns, runs and teaches at Covington Clay, a potterystudio and gallery in Covington.Sat., 10 am–12 pm; May 16 & 30; 2 meetings; 45 (no discounts), plus 20 materials, equipment andfiring fee payable to the instructor at the first class;#3144-01Location: Covington Clay, Covington KY(Historic Business District)Historic Homes and Heritage:A River TownStep back in time as we visit the captivating river townof New Richmond on the Ohio. Founded in 1814and named after the Virginia capital, the village has arich history as a center for abolitionists and today is atemplate for historic preservation. We’ll first gather atthe 1853 Ross-Gowdy House for an orientation focusedon the town’s Abolitionist Movement and heroic talesabout the Ohio River floods. Afterwards we have arare opportunity for a guided tour of the 1846 GibsonHouse, a brick mansion with, of course, a river view.During lunch at the Front Street Café with your host,you’ll learn more fascinating facts about famous nativesand how individuals can succeed in preserving ourheritage. Next on our tour is an insider’s look at the1868 Joseph Clasgens House, an Italian villa facing theOhio. This will be followed by a visit to the columnedCranston Presbyterian Church which was a hotbedfor abolitionists. Weather permitting, we shall do awalking tour of the village where you will gain a realappreciation of the Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate,Queen Anne and Art Deco architectural styles, all partof New Richmond.Frank Farmer Loomis IV is a fine arts appraiser,author, journalist, lecturer and NPR talk show host.Sat., 10 am–3:30 pm; Apr. 25; 1 day; 49 (nodiscounts), plus lunch together at your own expenseand travel in own car; #3118-01Location: Begin at the Ross-Gowdy House, NewRichmond, OHJewelry Making with Epoxy ClayJust in time for Mother’s Day it is not that hard toshow your mother or that special woman in your lifejust how exceptional she is! Make her a stunning stonestudded pendant necklace and matching earrings withthis no-bake, self-setting jewelry clay. Learn how tocondition the epoxy clay, string the pendant in a jewelrycord, finish it with clasps and jump rings, and embellishit with jewelry components and metallic dust. Theinstructor will bring jewelry tools but you are welcometo bring your own (plier sets) if you have them. Noprior experience needed.Banu Kesavalu is a beading and polymer clayartist.Sat., 11 am–1 pm; May 2; 24, plus 20 supplyfee payable to instructor in class (includes epoxyclay, colorful rhinestones, metallic dust, Swarovskicrystals, jewelry findings, jewelry cord and supplies tocomplete the in-class projects); #3724-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusJewelry Making with Polymer ClayLet’s welcome spring by creating a spring themednecklace and a pair of matching earrings with polymerclay, which is oven-baked clay. Learn how to condition,color-match, bake and gloss polymer clay; also learnhow to pierce holes through beads/charms to makethe pendant and earrings. The instructor will bring anoven and tools but you are welcome to bring your ownjewelry tools (plier sets) if you have them. No priorexperience needed just come and take part in thejoy of claying!Banu Kesavalu is a beading and polymer clayartist.Sat., 11 am–1 pm; May 30; 24, plus 20 supplyfee payable to instructor in class (includes polymerclay, jewelry findings, jewelry cord and supplies tocomplete the in-class projects); #3731-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusCall 513-556-6932, visit uc.edu/ce/commu or3

Lead Panel Stained GlassPlein-Air Landscape PaintingUsing the old lead channel method (instead of copperfoil), you’ll create a panel (about 11" 17") in oneafternoon — your choice of pattern and glass.Mary Jane Riggi has an abundance of experienceas a stained glass artisan and instructor.Sat., 10 am–4 pm; Apr. 25; 1 day; 75 (nodiscounts), plus anywhere from 40–140 for materialsand equipment (discuss with instructor prior to class)payable to instructor in class. You may use some of thestudio tools during class. Lunch not included — bringyour own or order pizza with the group; #3677-01Location: Artist's Studio (Mt. Airy)Experience the pleasure of painting, self-expression,and seeing the world in a new way as you meet atvarious locations and scenic parks around Cincinnati tolearn to sketch and to paint with oils. Drawing on ideasof impressionism, you’ll practice techniques needed tocomplete painted sketches, including basic composition, value, pattern, color spotting, and covering thecanvas. Building on those skills, you will complete alarger landscape painting that captures the impressionof light and color of the Cincinnati landscape. In caseof rain, we’ll meet indoors or in parks with overheadcover. Details and directions to the various locationswill be given in class. No experience needed.Richard Luschek studied classical painting underBoston painter Paul Ingbretson for three years afterearning his BFA degree with UC’s DAAP program. He isa working artist who maintains his own art studio.Sat., 10 am–1 pm; Apr. 11–May 30; 8 wks; 199(no discounts), supplies are the student’s responsibility.A list will be sent with your enrollment confirmation(or see ngsupplies.pdf); #3715-01Location: First class meets at artist’s studio inEden Park; then at various parks thereafterMosaicsMake a stunning mosaic tray, table top, panel or projectof your choice using the direct mosaic method. Learntips on glass selection, cutting, gluing and grouting.Bring your own item and add a mosaic design to it orchoose from items available at the studio. If you’ve gotsome old cups or plates, bring them and a hammer toturn them into works of art.Mary Jane Riggi has an abundance of experienceas a stained glass artisan and instructor.Sat., 10:30 am–4 pm; May 2; 1 day; 69 (nodiscounts), plus 15–49 for supplies and equipment(depending on project chosen) payable to instructorin class. You may use some of the studio tools duringclass. Lunch not included — bring your own or orderpizza with the group; #3711-01Location: Artist's Studio (Mt. Airy)Oriental Brush Painting in a DayBegin with the basics and end with beautiful paintings!You’ll learn simple, quick strokes that can enhance yourpainting skills while learning the Oriental way of thebrush. No drawing needed; you will produce paintingsof flowers, animals or landscapes using only brushstrokes. Experience painting with unique brushes, inkand paper for a relaxing and creative day.Jean Vance, MFA, MA, has studied Oriental BrushPainting since1982 as the demonstrating artist with theFirst Ohio Trade Fair in Wuhan, China.Sun., 10 am–4 pm; Apr. 26; 1 day; 69 (no discounts),plus lab fee of 30 for Oriental paper, Chinese brushes,ink stone and ink sticks, colored inks and painting padsused in class, plus all handouts — payable to instructorin class. No supplies needed. Bring a bag lunch or snackif you wish; #3717-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy Campus4Watercolor in a DayLearn the basics, explore a wealth of tips and techniques, and delve into composition and color mixing.Jean teaches through demonstration, hands-on experience, and individual coaching. Experience the joy ofpainting, of self-expression, and of seeing the world in anew way as you create your own original paintings. Allare welcome, no experience necessary.Jean Vance, MFA, OWS, MA, has that rare combination of being a talented artist and a gifted teacher;and she especially enjoys introducing adults to the funof painting.Sat., 10 am–4 pm; Apr. 25; 1 day; 69 (nodiscounts), plus lab fee of 40 (payable to instructor inclass) for use of brushes, paper, paint, mixing palettes,and all supplies used in class, plus all handouts. Nosupplies needed. Bring a bag lunch or snack if youwish; #3508-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusWire Wrap Jewelry MakingMake a wire wrap linked bracelet and earrings (or apendant if you’d rather) using head pins and incorporating anti-tarnish silver plated wire and glass beads.Learn to wrap, twist, and sculpt wire using simple toolsand materials (you will not wrap beads or stones). Afterpracticing a bit, you'll find you can create your ownunique jewelry.Taught by Megan Painter.Wed., 7–9 pm; March 11; 24 (no discounts),plus 20 supply fee payable to instructor in class;#3708-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusCommuniversity Spring 2015

AstronomyClasses in planets, sun, moon, stars, galaxies and constellations.Astronomy Classes at Cincinnati Observatory Center are held atop Mt. Lookout inone of our city’s true treasures, where the views are great (and the parking is free)!Constellations of the SeasonThere are more stars in the sky than you can ever count; but you’ll see that finding your way around the sky hasnever been more interesting. Explore the imaginative figures we call constellations as you learn to use a planisphereto find any constellation at any given time and date. Further appreciate the night sky as we share some of the storiesof the stars - how these clusters were identified, named, and achieved fame. Weather permitting, we will go outsideto find many of the brighter constellations and you may also look through the observatory telescope.Dean Regas is the outreach astronomer with the Cincinnati Observatory Center, the co-host of the syndicatedastronomy program Star Gazers, frequent guest of NPR’s “Science Friday,” and recipient of Astronomy Magazine’s“Out-of-this-World” Award for astronomy education.Wed., 8–10 pm; Apr. 15; 22, plus 4 optional materials fee for star chart payable to instructor at class;#1044-01Location: The Cincinnati Observatory Center (Hyde Park/Mt. Lookout)From Attic to Cellar:The Cincinnati ObservatoryDating back to the 1840’s, the Cincinnati Observatorywell may be the oldest astronomical observatory in thecountry. As such, it is a treasure-trove of telescopes andrelated scientific instruments, apparatus, hand-writtenrecords, and publications. Here is your rare opportunityto experience, in person, antique telescopes, exquisiteclocks, sundials, quadrants, astrolabes, chronographs,and more — and learn how they were used throughout the decades and centuries. You’ll also get to gaze(weather permitting) through the oldest professionalastronomical telescope in the Western Hemisphere!R.A. Davis, PhD, is in charge of the museum collection at the Cincinnati Observatory. He is ProfessorEmeritus of Biology and Geology at Mount St. JosephUniversity and a former, long-time curator at the Cincinnati Museum of Natural History.John Ventre is the Historian with the CincinnatiObservatory Center and is a member of their Board ofTrustees.Tues., 7–9 pm; Apr. 28; 22, #1241-01Location: Cincinnati Observatory Center (HydePark/Mt. Lookout)Search for Life on Other WorldsThroughout the millennia, people have looked inawe at the vast, starry sky and asked, “What is outthere?” Investigate the possibilities for life on otherplanets within our solar system and on planets orbitingother stars. Discuss what conditions are thought to benecessary to sustain life, the wide variety of extremeconditions in which life thrives on Earth, how we willbe able to identify alien life if we find it, and how signsof life might be found even on very remote planets.Learn about some citizen science projects that inviteyou to participate in the search for extrasolar planetsand possibly even intelligent alien life. Look throughthe telescope following the program, if weather permits.Michele Lierl is a physician, long time presenter forthe Cincinnati Observatory Center and president of theFriends of the Observatory.Tues., 7:30–9:30 pm; May 26; 22, #1238-01Location: Cincinnati Observatory Center (HydePark/Mt. Lookout)What People Like Best “Educational, fun, cool! —well done!”Student in Dean Regas’ classExplore New WorldsCall 513-556-6932, visit uc.edu/ce/commu or5

Business & CareerClasses in business analytics, job seeking, career selection, floral business, inventing,land lording, social media, voice acting, etc.An Introduction to VoiceoversLandlord FundamentalsAre people always telling you that you have a greatvoice? Do you often find yourself listening to yourfavorite audiobook, commercial or cartoon characterand thinking, “I could do that”? If so, then you couldhave what it takes to begin working as a professionalvoiceover artist. The current voiceover trends havemade it easy and affordable for just about anyone to getinvolved. In this fun and empowering two-hour introductory workshop, you will learn about the differenttypes of voiceovers and what tools are needed in orderto find success in the voiceover industry. You will havethe opportunity to get a taste of what it’s like to be avoice actor as you perform a real voiceover script. Youwill be recorded so that you can receive professionalvoiceover evaluation later. Come ready to laugh, learnand be inspired Taught by a professional voice actor from the VoiceActing Training Company, Voices For All.Your choice of formats:One-on-One Live (1.5 hours); arrange yourpersonal session with your instructor at your mutualconvenience, through us at 513-556-6932; 49 (nodiscounts); #1150-01Face-to-Face Class: Mon., 6:30–8:30 pm; Apr. 20; 39 (no discounts), #1140-01Location: UC Uptown CampusesDo you already own rental units or are thinking ofbecoming a landlord? Being a landlord is so much morethan just collecting the rent. Those who are unaware oftheir responsibilities can find themselves with legal difficulties that create just the opposite situation from theincome-producing project they imagined. Likewise,failure to properly select and manage tenants can turna small side venture into a time-consuming nightmare.Focus on basic principles and strategies to guideyou through your rental enterprise. Topics include:complying with responsibilities through federal, state(Ohio), and local laws; identifying ways to reduceliability, decrease evictions, and reduce crime anddamage to rental units; implementing landlord rights;and operating rentals as an effective business.Nancy Dashner is a landlord and trainer. Asa rental property owner herself, she discovered thatmanaging rentals was not an inherent ability; yet therewas no manual to consult. Through practical experience, study, and much research, she developed her ownunique and structured approach to “land lording” as abusiness.Sat., 9 am–2 pm; Apr. 11; 69 (no discounts),plus bring a bag lunch or snack if you wish; #1102-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusBreaking into Film ProductionA veteran feature film and documentary produceroffers first-hand advice on how to break into the competitive field of film production. Beyond just “who doyou know,” a candid discussion covers the do’s anddon’ts of getting that first or even that tenth job ona film or commercial shoot. What kinds of skills areexpected from producers? What to include on a resumeand what is the range of pay? Learn how to get your footin the door and increase your chances of landing thatfilm production job!Chris Hilsabeck began his movie and commercialproduction career in Los Angeles. He is a frequent guestspeaker to film and digital media students and has participated in panel discussions at SXSW and the AtlantaFilm Festival.Sat., 1–5 pm; Apr. 18; 69, #1157-01Location: UC main campusThe Next Big Thing:From Idea to MarketSo you have an idea for the next big thing now what?Launching a new product or bringing an idea to marketcan be overwhelming. This class is designed to coverthe basics of what every inventor should know, fromidea development through commercialization. Topicswill include: ways to protect your idea; understandingpatents; packaging and staging your product; selling,licensing or starting your own company; plus anexploration of marketing venues. Join us and find theencouragement and motivation you need to get youridea off the ground.Ryan McAleer, MBA, co-owner of Lean4Ward,Inc., specializes in creating training programs, inventorcoaching and product design. He has been a productmanager, associate brand manager, and marketingmanager with several Fortune 500 companies.Tues., 6:30–8:30 pm; Apr. 28; 29, #1118-01Location: UC main campusOnline Classes AvailableVisit ed2go.com/ucThen select “Business;” and explore classes suchas Business and Marketing Writing, Creating aBusiness Plan, Start Your Own Small Business,and scores more!6Communiversity Spring 2015

Certificate Programs forProfessional DevelopmentOnline Certificates and CoursesIndividual Classes Online Month-long classes also available in topics such as:Accounting & Finance for Non-Financial Managers;Marketing with Images; Media Buying Strategies,Google Analytics, and a dozen more. For a completelisting, visit online at yougotclass.org/catalog/cfm/UcincinnatiLed by expert instructorsInteractive discussion areas24/7 access; work at own paceAudio/slide presentationsSupplemental readings includedRetake class at no charge (up to 12 months)See course details: content, outlines, objectives,outcomes, instructor bios, and how to enroll ? Call 513-556-6932Take all courses in a category to earn a certificate(many certificate programs are comprised of stand-alonecourses that you may take individually) Fees and courselengths vary.Courses Begin April 6 and May 4Business Coaching CertificateAcquire skills to develop, implement, and supportcoaching and mentoring programs and see youremployees’ performance improve.Business Research CertificateSucceed in research, using the best and most appropriate data for decision making; communicate results formaximum impact. Take 3 courses: Intro to BusinessResearch; Business Statistics; and Qualitative BusinessResearch.Data Analysis CertificateAdd a new skill set to your portfolio as you learnhow to compare groups for differences, know thestatistics behind these groups and variables, learn toperform inquiries, and gain skills to communicateresults through graphs and text.eMarketing Essentials Certificate Improving Email Promotions (Apr. 6) Boosting Your Web Site Traffic (May 4) Online Advertising (Jun. 1)Inbound Marketing CertificateHelp customers find you through organic search, usingyour website to attract visitors naturally through searchengines, the blogosphere, and social media; use landingpages and forms to collect names and email address,and implement lead-nurturing campaigns that resultin sales. Intro to Inbound Marketing (Apr. 6) Content Marketing (May 4) Advanced Inbound Marketing (Jun. 1)Managing Social Media PlatformsCertificateIntegrate and manage social networks as part of yourcommunication and marketing strategies. Twitter (Apr. 6) Facebook for Business (May 4) Linked In (Jun. 1)Mobile Marketing CertificateRetain and gain customers via location-basedmarketing, mobile payments, QR codes, applications,mobile coupons and more. Mobile Marketing (Apr. 6) Creating Cell Phone Apps (May 4) Adv. Mobile Marketing (Jun. 1)Presentation Media Certificate Prezi (Apr. 6) Photoshop for Presentations (May 4) Graphic Design for Visual Presentations (Jun. 1)Self-Publishing and eBooks Certificate Growing Your Business (Apr. 6) Self-Publishing eBooks (May 4) Marketing eBooks (Jun. 1)Social Media for Business Certificate Intro to Social Media (Apr. 6) Marketing with Social Media (May 4) Integrating SM in Your Org. (Jun. 1)Supervisory and Leadership CertificateGet practical and insightful methods for new and evenexperienced supervisors and managers.Two-month online program; begins Apr. 6Other Certificate Programs: Customer Service CertificateDesigning Webinars CertificateEntrepreneurship CertificateEntrepreneurship Finance CertificateManagement CertificateNon-Profit Administration CertificateExecutive Leadership CertificateVisit yougotclass.org/catalog.cfm/Ucincinnati forall the details about these courses!Or call David at 513-556-6932Call 513-556-6932, visit uc.edu/ce/commu or7

Communication & WritingClasses in communication, public speaking, relationships, writing, fiction, nonfiction, etc.Being an Author: The Inside StoryFind out what’s involved in being a writer, from theperspective of a well-published author. Get a behind thescenes look at the writer’s process used in writing thebook “Founders and Famous Families of Cincinnati,”find out what it was like to write this particular book,what the author wishes she’d known when she startedthis process that she knows now, plus how to approacha big topic like this. How do you decide who gets inand which stories get told? Then hear lots of tidbits,tales, plus some real gems that got left on the cuttingroom floor. If you’re interested in Cincinnati history,you’ll enjoy a great evening; and if you’ve ever thoughtof writing your own book, you’ll come away with ideasfor how to make that happen.Wendy Hart Beckman, MA, is an award-winningfreelance writer, editor, “book doctor,” college instructorand corporate writer. She has published seven books andmore than 250 freelance articles.Thurs., 6:30–8:30 pm; May 28; 24, #3316-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusWriting to PublishExplore the pros and cons of traditional vs. selfpublishing. Learn the nuts and bolts of publishingyour work, how to research the markets, and makecontact with editors, publishers and agents in yourgenre. Topics include putting together queries andproposals, building and managing your career, andearning money.Wendy Hart Beckman, MA, is an award-winningfreelance writer, editor, “book doctor,” college instructorand corporate writer.Sat., 10 am–4 pm; Apr. 18; 69, plus bring brownbag lunch; #3317-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusWriting Your Personal Narrativeand Other Stories You Can TellHave you ever been asked you “what do you do?” andwished you had a better answer — or stood around ata party wishing you knew what to say? Do you haveabilities and experiences that you wish you couldexplain better? Are you a fisherman or adventurer witha tall tale to tell? Do you play poker? Come explore the“writing-side” of storytelling – your personal narrative.Learn how to tell a proper whopper, enchant theinnocent, or just better introduce yourself. Meyerswill discuss what makes a truly great story and revealsome of writing’s greatest secrets, the things that aren’teven whispered in late-night TV infomercials. Theseare simple, easy to use, concrete ideas that will makeyour writing better. You don’t have to be brilliant to bea great story teller, but you do have to sign up beforeclass fills up.Brian L Meyers, MA, is a lively and inspiringeducator and writer. He has taught writing for manyyears.Tues., 6:30–8:30 pm; Apr. 21–May 12; 4 wks; 99,#3318-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusOnline Classes AvailableVisit ed2go.com/ucThen select “Writing & Publishing;” see GrantWriting, Business Writing, and a Variety of Specialized Creative Writing Topics.Explore the WorldClasses in trip planning, destination travel, sightseeing, cultures of the world, etc.Australia and New Zealand TravelHow does one begin to approach travel and sightseeing in Australia? After all, it’s a country that’s larger than theUSA. And you’ll want to see how you can add New Zealand to your itinerary. It has so much to offer--from itsfjords and farms to its lush gardens and breathtaking beauty. Some people like to “see it all” from a bus; others liketo drive, hike or even ride a camel through the Australian desert! Whatever your style, this class will help you planan unforgettable trip. Learn where to go, how much it will cost, how to get around, where to stay and what to see.Simone Kuzma is an intrepid traveler and educator who is founder of Wanderlust:Wanderlearn.Mon., 6:30–8:30 pm; Apr. 13; 24, #1059-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy Campus8Communiversity Spring 2015

Germany: An Insider’s GuideIntrepid Traveler: Travel LogisticsExplore Germany from an insider’s perspective! Learnabout transportation options (trains, planes and rentalcars) and accommodation selections from grand hotelsto unique bungalows. Whether you are looking to bikeand hike across Germany or take it easy, we’ll answerall your questions about travel in Germany. Los geht’s!(Let’s go!)Simone Kuzma spent many years living andworking in Germany and is the founder of Wanderlust:Wanderlearn, a Cincinnati-based company specializingin travel education and experiential trips.Tues., 6:30–8:30 pm; March 10; 24 (nodiscounts), #1070-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusWhether you’re a novice traveler or your passport isworn thin, come empower yourself to become a morecapable, confident, and independent traveler. Topicsinclude: how to choose a destination; how to create abudget; passports and visas / entry requirements; international travel safety programs; plane tickets; accommodations and ground transportation.Simone Kuzma is the founder of Wanderlust:Wanderlearn, specializing in travel education and experiential trips.Tues., 6:30–8:30 pm; Apr. 14; 29, #1548-01Location: UC Victory Pkwy CampusIntrepid Traveler: Savvy Travel TipsThis information-packed session will make a savvytraveler out of you! Learn industry secrets and savea bundle. Topics include: travel insurance and healthinsurance; immunizations and health concerns; moneytips; safety tips; electronics and adapters; cell phonesand communication; packing and luggage; plus tippingwhile traveling.Simone Kuzma is the founder of Wanderlust:Wanderlearn.Wed., 6:30–8:30 pm; A

Make your own unique jewelry using a wide variety of sterling silver and glass beads. Learn basic beading techniques including bead selection, clasp attachment, and bracelet, necklace and earring design. Use your new skills in class to fashion two pieces of jewelry (your