HUMDEV E10 U.S. Custom and Language
Learn how Americans live and speak. Learn how American culture works.
9608 3:30p–4:20p Mon, Wed WISE ADULT CENTER 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.
9609 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. The comic writer Christopher Buckley is examined this term.
HUMDEV E17 Senior Seminar – Luisa R. Kot Concert Series
Discover the influences and connections between ideas, values and concepts to expand your understanding of a variety of topics.
9610 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.
9611 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.
9612 10a–11:50a Tue 1227 #410 Phyllis Press
Encouragement and support offered in a small group setting guided by an experienced counselor.
HUMDEV E25 Dealing with Hearing Impairment
Focus on the enhancement of communications skills and learning to live with hearing impairment. Course includes study of speech, lip reading, body language and auditory clues.
9614 12:30p–2:20p Tue 1227 #407 Lois Frand
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.
9615 10a–11:50a Tue 1227 #407 Lois Frand
Learn activities that keep the brain alive and active through mental aerobics; right– and left–brain tasks.
9617 12:30p–2:20p Wed 1227 #407 Lois Frand
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.
9618 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 group: Professional support beyond hospital or private therapy. Cope with the effects of stroke or brain injury on your speech. Attend one time period per session. Partners may participate in the 10:30 session.
9619 10:30a–1:15p Wed 1227 #410 Louise Feinberg
9620 10:30a–1:15p Wed 1227 #408 Rosalyn Krissman
PSYCH E33 Living As a Single Person
Learn about successful choices as a single person.
9675 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.