HUMDEV E10 U.S. Custom and Language
Learn how Americans live and speak. Learn how American culture works.
9806 3:30p–4:20p Mon, Wed WISE ADULT CNTR Dahlia Quiñones
This course is designed for those who are unfamiliar with American culture and institutions.
HUMDEV E15 Senior Studies – THEATER – History of Comedy
Study theatrical periods, methods and style and their impact on the community they entertain.
9807 9a–10:50a Wed 1227 #409 John Achorn
History of comedy: A look at comedy in theater, literature, film and music from the beginnings of recorded civilization to the present.
HUMDEV E17 Senior Seminar – Music
Discover the influences and connections between ideas, values and concepts to expand your understanding of a variety of topics.
9808 4:30p–6:20p Thu 1227 #107 James Peterson
Vocal and instrumental performances interspersed with comments by artists and students. Experience the development of eclectic musical forms with influences from around the world. Dates to be announced when performers’ schedules are confirmed. This course is endowed in memory of Luisa R. G. Kot.
HUMDEV E21 Life Experience
Come review your life and experiences.
9809 11a–12:50p Wed 1227 #409 Archie Barkan
Yiddish and Jewish life: Customs, culture, roots, and current events will bring a 1,000–year–old culture and lifestyle into the present context.
HUMDEV E24 Bereavement Support
Receive encouragement and moral support in a small group setting.
9810 12p–1:50p Tue 1227 #410 Phyllis Press
Section for continuing students. Encouragement and support offered in a small group setting guided by an experienced counselor.
9811 10a–11:50a Tue 1227 #410 Phyllis Press
Section for NEW students.
HUMDEV E25 Dealing with Hearing Impairment
Focus on the enhancement of communications skills and learning to live with hearing impairment. Includes study of speech, lip reading, body language and auditory clues.
9812 12:30p–2:20p Tue 1227 #407 Lois Frand
Starts week two. This course is for improving the communications skills of the hearing–impaired through lip reading and oral techniques.
HUMDEV E27 Enhancing Memory Skills
Special topics of interest to Emeritus students are explored and discussed.
9813 10a–11:50a Tue 1227 #407 Lois Frand
Starts week two. Learn activities that keep the brain alive and active through mental aerobics; right & left–brain tasks.
9814 12:30p–2:20p Wed 1227 #407 Lois Frand
Starts week two.
9881 10a–11:50a Fri 1227 #408 Lynn Dvison
Eight–week class. Learn how memory works and what normal changes are due to the aging process. Explore your attitudes and beliefs about memory. Discover techniques to improve memory and ways to maintain and improve existing memory skills based upon research.
HUMDEV E28 Aphasic Speech
Increase your ability to interact with others by practicing with a computer. Designed for people with brain injuries such as stroke.
9815 1:30p–3:20p Wed 1227 #208 Louise Feinberg
Specialized computer software is introduced to those with speech impairment due to aphasia. Contact the SMC Disabled Student Center for information, (310) 434–4442.
HUMDEV E50 Pathfinders
Pathfinders’ Speech: Cope with the effects of stroke or other brain damage on your speech. Get group support and professional help beyond hospital or private therapy. Students attend only one of the two meeting times per section. Partners may also participate.
9816 10:30a–11:45a & 12p–1:15p Wed 1227 #410 Louise Feinberg
9817 10:30a–11:45a and 12p–1:15p Wed 1227 #408 Rosalyn Krissman
Partners may participate in the 10:30 session.
PSYCH E03 Grandparenting
Relearn and improve your parenting skills for your grandchildren.
9872 5p–6:50p Wed VIRGINIA PARK Dahlia Quiñones
Grandparents and parents are taught skills that can be used to help keep students in school. Taught in Spanish. Meets in the Park Center, Conference Room.
PSYCH E33 Living As a Single Person
Learn about successful choices as a single person.
9873 11a–12:50p Mon 1227 #407 Phyllis Press
Learn strategies for successful single living. Discuss concrete and abstract issues of divorce, loneliness, and coping with changes in life style.