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Intersession Personal Enrichment Courses 2010 Please contact the Levering Student Life Office at 410-516-8209 for more information. During Intersession, the Office of Student Life offers a program of non-credit informal courses for Johns Hopkins students, staff, faculty, and their families. Intersession classes begin on Monday, January 4. Due to limited class size, activities will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. Classes requiring minimum number of participants will be cancelled if the minimum is not met. Registration begins on Monday, November 30. Students have the following registration options:
All fees, including a nonrefundable $2.00 registration fee must be paid in advance in order to complete the registration process. Class fees vary according to instructor's costs and materials. Refunds due to cancellation will be returned by mail. NO OTHER REFUNDS WILL BE MADE. Tuition remission is non-applicable for this program. For additional information, call 410-516-8209. 2010 Course Offerings Provided below is a list of this year's course offerings.Courses are divided into the following categories based on subject matter:
MUSIC (101) INTRODUCTION TO PLAYING THE HAMMERED DULCIMER In this hands-on workshop for total beginners, students will be introduced to some of the basic techniques of playing this ancient and beautiful harp-like instrument. Students will learn to play at least one tune. Students will take rental instruments home with them to practice. No music background is necessary. DATES: Monday and Thursdays, January 4, 7, 11, 14 NOTE: Please bring a recording device (e.g. tape player) Course Instructor Biography: Ken Kolodner is internationally known as one of the foremost performers and teachers of the dulcimer. He is also a highly respected teacher and performer of the old-time fiddle, known for his rhythmic and driving style. Ken often has been called the leading player in the revival of the hammered dulcimer in the last 20 years. He has produced numerous recordings, books, and instructional material. (See www.kenkolodner.com or go to youtube.com and type in Ken Kolodner.) (102) INTRODUCTION TO PLAYING THE APPALACHIAN FIDDLE Appalachian or "old-time" fiddle has enjoyed a great resurgence in the last ten years. In this hands-on workshop, students will be introduced to some of the basic bowing and left hand techniques of playing old time fiddle. Students will learn to play at least one tune, and will be able to bring rental instruments home with them. DATES: Mondays and Thursdays, January 4, 7, 11, and 14 NOTE: Please bring a recording device (e.g. tape player) Course Instructor Biography: Ken Kolodner is internationally known as one of the foremost performers and teachers of the dulcimer. He is also a highly respected teacher and performer of the old-time fiddle, known for his rhythmic and driving style. Ken often has been called the leading player in the revival of the hammered dulcimer in the last 20 years. He has produced numerous recordings, books, and instructional material. (See www.kenkolodner.com or go to youtube.com and type in Ken Kolodner.) (103) GUITAR WORKSHOP FOR BEGINNERS This course will provide a foundation in performance and theory for beginning guitar players. Students will learn proper playing technique, reading of music and guitar tablature, various playing styles from folk to rock to blues, and improvisation. It is recommended that students have their own guitar. DATES: Mondays and Fridays, January 4, 8, 11, 15, 22 Course Instructor Biographies: David Broesch has been playing and performing both bass and guitar music for over 7 years and has been in several bands ranging many different styles (Folk, rock, acoustic). His primary area of expertise is alternative and folk, but also enjoys rocking some serious socks when the need arises. Primary influences are: Iron & Wine, John Mayer, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Death Cab For Cutie and Tenacious D. Elad Firnberg has been playing acoustic and electric guitar for about 8 years. Trained classically, his musical interests have ventured to genres of rock, folk, blues, and jazz. He has performed with several bands and ensembles over the years, currently with rock/folk/comedy group Tenacious PhD. He has also ventured into some composition, and debuted an original song at the Johns Hopkins Musical Talent showcase. (104) PRIVATE VOICE LESSONS In this introductory package of ten hours of private lessons, students will learn the basic skills necessary to build a more beautiful and expressive singing voice. Learn the principles of breathing and support, expand the range and flexibility of the voice, and develop personal expression through the art of song. All experience levels and styles are welcome. DATES AND TIMES: Students will arrange lessons with instructors at mutually agreed times – January 4-22 NOTE: Students should bring a recording device to each lesson. Course Instructor Biographies: Dr. Lori Lind, soprano, whom the Washington Post hails as "radiant in voice and striking in stage presence" is an accomplished professional singer. She earned the Doctor of Musical Arts Degree in Voice Performance from The Catholic University of America, and the Master’s Degree in Voice Performance from the Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore. She has been teaching voice in the Baltimore/DC area for the past eleven years, and she is excited to pass on her knowledge and love of singing to students at Johns Hopkins. In addition to her teaching, Dr. Lind enjoys an active performing career, for which she has received numerous accolades. Dr. Lind was the recent recipient of the Grand Prize at the Annapolis Opera Vocal Arts Competition, and she has received career grants from the DuPont, Lissner, Puccini, and Schuyler Foundations. Mr. Daniel Holmes, tenor, continues to enjoy an extensive performing career throughout the United States and Europe. He has earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Voice Performance from the Peabody Conservatory, and an Artist’s Diploma in Voice Performance from Catholic University of America. Some of his numerous awards include First Place in the Baltimore Music Club Vocal Competition, Second Place in the Rosa Ponselle and Birmingham Opera Competitions, and Best Young Artist and Best Returning Young Artist at the Sarasota Opera in Florida. He has recieved career grants and awards additionally from the Gerda Lissner Foundation, George London Foundation, Giulio Gari Foundation and the Licia Albanese-Puccini Foundation. He has enjoyed working with students of all ages and backgrounds, and many of his students have been accepted and received scholarships at prestigious music schools. Mr. Holmes is thrilled to have the opportunity to work with students at Johns Hopkins. (105) ROCK BAND: LEGENDS OF ROCK You know the songs by heart; now hear the stories of the bands that shaped rock ‘n roll. This survey of rock music will trace it humble roots in Blues, through the mainstream breakthrough of the 50’s, commercial explosion, development of several styles, and into the contemporary idiom. Discussions will explore the commonalities as well as differences in songwriting, instrumentation, musical techniques and lyrical content in various subcategories of rock music. Emphasis is placed on guided listening, class discussions, and instructor demonstrations. DATES: Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 Course Instructror Biography: Sven Rainey, MM, has 12 years of experience teaching private lessons and courses at the college level. Sven has taught Class Guitar at the University of Nevada Las Vegas and been a guest lecturer for classes at the College of Southern Nevada. As a guitarist, Sven has collaborated with several vocalists in songwriting, and played a variety of music (Rock, Folk, Blues and Contemporary Christian) in several bands for the past 10 years. Currently, he is pursuing a post-graduate degree at the Peabody Conservatory in classical guitar. (106) BEATLEMANIA! The story of the Beatles from Love Me Do to Let It Be. A history of the music of the Beatles will be presented with an emphasis on musical evolution of the group, as well as the development of individual personas. A survey of the songwriting and instrumental techniques will be presented with instructor demonstrations. Discussions will also examine the broader aspects of musical and cultural relationships to the era of the 1960’s. The class will also include guided listening, screening of film and documentary footage, and instructor demonstrations. DATES: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, January 4, 6, 8, 11, 13, 15, 20, 22 Course Instructor Biography: Sven Rainey, MM, has 12 years of experience teaching private lessons and courses at the college level. Sven has taught Class Guitar at the University of Nevada Las Vegas and been a guest lecturer for classes at the College of Southern Nevada. As a guitarist, Sven has collaborated with several vocalists in songwriting, and played a variety of music (Rock, Folk, Blues and Contemporary Christian) in several bands for the past 10 years. Currently, he is pursuing a post-graduate degree at the Peabody Conservatory in classical guitar. (107) ART MUSIC OF THE PAST 100 YEARS This course is designed for the student who would like to learn more about contemporary music, but doesn’t necessarily have the advanced skill set required for college courses on the subject. Periods/genres covered will include modernism, serialism, the late-romantic movement, aleatoric music, electronic music, and minimalism, among others. The course will revolve around the compositions of Claude Debussy, Igor Stravinsky, John Cage, Aaron Copeland, Philip Glass and others. We will explore these topics through extensive in-class listening, discussion of historical relevance, and engaging class-lead criticism of the music. Students will leave the course with a broader appreciation and knowledge of art music. In turn, this will significantly enhance their enjoyment and awareness of the form, from the concert hall to the cineplex. DATES: Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 Course Instructor Biography: Jeff Zeiders is currently finishing his master’s degree in composition at the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University. Music of the 20th century has been the primary focus of his studies for many years. Jeff‘s compositions have been performed internationally, and have ranged from pieces for orchestra to film scores to music for original choreography. He currently serves on the International Executive Board as Music Advisor to Mu Phi Epsilon, an International Music Fraternity with chapters across the country and world. ART (201) TURNING ON THE ART LIGHT This course will explore the creation of the photographic image, and in this short journey each student will discover his or her own concept of what art is. After an introduction to the history of the camera and photography, the students will develop three art forms: portraiture, still life and urban landscape. A field trip will aid students in how to look at art, and assist in turning on the art light. During the course each student will develop a portfolio of their work, and also combine their photographs with other materials to create collage. Turning on the art light will broaden the perspective of the ways in which we see light, and the advantage of darkness, and how to use these elements to elevate our imaginations. Students are encouraged to bring a traditional film camera with a manual mode; disposable and digital cameras are welcome. A darkroom will be available in which to process black and white film, and develop prints for the final part of the class. A limited number of film cameras will be available for student use in class. Course notes and photography supplies will be covered by the course supplies costs, and students will provide their own materials for the collage. DATES: January 11, 13, 15, 19, 21, 22 Course Instructor Biography: Paul Ford is a photographer and artist, and a passionate teacher. He has a special interest in the art of black and white photography, and in sharing his vision of “Turning on the Art Light”. He has exhibited his photographs, sculptures, woodcuts, and collages in solo and group shows in Florida and Maryland, has received commissions for a public sculpture and a mural, and his works have been purchased by private collectors. Paul has also been a featured artist on local radio and television, discussing his photography, art and poetry. (202) INTRODUCTION TO WIRE, BEADING, AND DESIGN This course will introduce students to basic wire and beading techniques, as well as jewelry design. Students will design their own projects and carry them out with the help of the instructor. Limited tools and jewelry supplies are provided, though it is recommended that students bring their own. This might include beads, fabric, and bottle caps. Laptops are recommended for the first class. Shopping trips for materials can be arranged upon request. DATES: Mondays and Wednesdays, January 4, 6, 11, 13, 20 (The sixth class will be scheduled at a time agreed upon by instructor and students) Course Instructor Biography: Liye Zhou embarked on jewelry making journey at the age of 8 when her dad gave her a plastic bead set. In high school, she took Jewelry Making and Design I and II, where she learned the skills pertinent to making wire and sheet metal jewelry. In college, frustrated with the lack of artistic resources allocated toward jewelry making, she founded Students Helping to Invent New Expressions (SHINE), a JHU student group devoted to the teaching, making, and marketing of various crafts for community service causes. She is currently in her second year as Co-President and instructor of metal-work and beading. THEATER DATES: Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 Course Instructor Biography: Joshua Reiter graduated from Johns Hopkins with a BA and a doctorate and is currently a member of the adjunct faculty in the Whiting School of Engineering's Center for Leadership Education. In addition to being the president of a software development company, he is enjoying his new hobby, flying trapeze! (302) DANCES FROM BROADWAY Learn the actual choreography to some of broadways greatest numbers: “One” from a A Chorus Line, “Sing Sing Sing” from Dancin, “Born to Hand Jive” from GREASE, and others. DATES: Wednesdays, January 6, 13, 20 Course Instructor Biography: Todd Pearthree has directed and choreographed over 200 productions including off-Broadway, regional, and for Theatre Hopkins. He was selected “Best Director/Choreographer” by the Baltimore Sun for his work on “Into the Woods” and “Sweeney Todd,” and City paper has chosen three Theatre Hopkins musicals as “Best”: “Candide,” “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” and “Putting It Together.” (303) WITNESS THEATER WORKSHOPS Witness Theater will be offering three workshops for two weeks during Intersession. Details are still being worked out. For specific information, please contact Eric Levitz, Workshop Coordinator at eklevitz@yahoo.com. DANCE Ballroom dancing is back at Hopkins ... bigger than ever!!! It is great exercise, very stimulating, and a lot of fun. This ever-popular Intersession dance class will cover the techniques of ballroom dance such as fox trot, waltz, swing, tango, salsa, cha cha, and rhumba. Signing up with a partner is preferred, but is not a requirement for taking this class. DATES: January 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 14, 15, 19, 21, 22 Course Instructor Biography: Mary Jane Hartner has been a professional ballroom dance instructor for 30 years. She specialized in social and international style dancing for 25 years at the Towson Dance Studio. This will be her 6th year teaching Intersession. (402) CUBAN SALSA This class will cover basic and intermediate Cuban Salsa, a group form of Salsa dancing. It involves frequent partner exchanges so you dance with everyone! This dance originated in Cuba and over the last couple of decades its popularity has swept the world, so that it’s now done in all corners of the globe. It combines the fabulous fun of Salsa with the spirit of a team sport!! The dance was popularized in our country by the movie “Dance With Me” starring Vanessa Williams which features it in a nightclub scene. This class is a must for anyone who likes the dance. Most of the time will be spent in instruction, but there will also be some open dancing as part of the class. Check out the videos on her site: www.DanceInTime.com Course Instructor Biographies: Barbara Bernstein is the director of a Salsa School called DanceInTime. Formerly a college (academic) professor, Barb has been teaching Salsa for the last 7 years and her dance teams have performed all over the area as well as in Puerto Rico, New York, DC, Philadelphia, etc. (403) DANCING THROUGH INDIA This class will introduce students to the most popular dance forms that have originated from India. One class will be devoted to each of the following dance styles: Bollywood/fusion, Indian Classical Dance (Bharatnatyam), Bhangra, and Raas/Garba. The students will then vote for one of the four styles as their favorite Indian dance form. The remaining three classes will be devoted to learning advanced steps in the style of their choice. They will also learn a fusion piece that encompasses each style of dance while focusing on the one that they voted as their favorite. This class is perfect for beginners! Intermediate learners who have experience in one of the above dance styles, but would like to learn more about the others will also gain a lot from this class! Students will leave this class with a thorough overview of the beauty of Indian dance. Course Instructor Biographies:Sujal Singh is a senior Molecular and Cellular Biology major at Hopkins. She has been trained in Indian Classical Dance for over 13 years. She is a current member of Shakti, JHU’s Indian Classical Dance team, and she was a past member of JHU Hareepa, Hopkins’ own bhangra team. In addition, she has spent over 9 years recreationally practicing and training herself in Raas/Garba, Bhangra, and Bollywood dance. She has taught Bollywood dance to children and has experience training peers for numerous cultural dance shows. (404) BALLET AT MID-DAY There is no better way to get back in shape and energized after the holidays than to do ballet. We will use this week to explore ballet as a medium for physical fitness, self-awareness and artistic expression. Ballet class is a place where students can immerse themselves in beauty and discard the cares and pressures of the outside world. Barre is approached as an opportunity for the dancer to increase sensory and anatomical awareness, integrate mind and body and develop fundamental technical skills. Center and traveling combinations are designed to elicit the joy of moving through space. Beginning and experienced dancers will be challenged at appropriate levels within the structure of the class. All are welcome. Course Instructror Biography: Lisa Green-Cudek is on the faculty of Peabody Dance and Loyola University of Maryland and teaches ballet at JHU throughout the year. Her approach to teaching ballet combines Royal Academy of Dance technique with principles of structural alignment. (405) INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED BALLET This class will focus on a combination of technique and artistry, stressing body alignment, athleticism, musicality and the joy of movement. Variations in combinations will be given to accommodate both intermediate and advanced levels. Ballet shoes required. Course Instructor Biography: Dr. Reba Rosenberg is a former professional ballerina and current postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences. Reba joined the American Repertory Ballet at the age of 17, dancing works by George Balanchine, Septime Webre, and Lila York, and went on to dance with several choreographers and companies including Festival Ballet of Rhode Island and Boston Dance Company. Known for her energetic and inspiring classes, she has taught at the Princeton Ballet School, Providence Ballet, and Boston Dance Company, and has served as both a teacher and ballet mistress for Burklyn Ballet Theatre. (406) HIP HOP DANCE Want to learn to dance the people on America's Best Dance Crew? Now you can! This hip hop dance class is open to everyone. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced dancer, a guy or a girl, you are bound to have lots of fun. Each class session will consist of a quick warm-up and then a choreographed dance. Course Instructor Biography: Kristy Zhang is a member of Hopkins' dance groups S.L.A.M. and Eclectics, and has been dancing and choreographing for both groups for over 3 years. She also teaches an afterschool hip hop class at Barclay Elementary with the CSC Dance Program. She has been dancing hip hop for many years and has had the opportunity to learn from some of the today's most famous choreographers, such as Jaquel Knight (choreographer of Beyonce's 'Single Ladies') and Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo (choreographers for ABDC and So You Think You Can Dance). (407) FLAMENCO DANCE AND RHYTHM - BEGINNING LEVEL An introduction to the passion, rhythm and lyricism of this Gypsy art form originating in Southern Spain. Students will learn basic heelwork (footwork) and upper body and arm movements. Both technique and “expression” will be emphasized. Components of rhythmic structure will be explored through an introduction to “palmas,” the intricate hand-clapping used to accompany the dance. Equal emphasis will be placed on dance and palmas. Please note: This class will not be held in a mirrored room. Course Instructor Biographies: Beth Weber began her study of Flamenco with Maria Morales at the Peabody Prep. She continued her studies in New York with Jorge Navarro and Victorio Korjhan, among others, and performed in Karim Noack’s dance-theater piece Six Months to Live at La Mama, E.T.C. Her teaching experience includes four years at Experimental Movement Concepts in Baltimore and the summer dance program at the Connecticut Ballet. HEALTH AND WELLNESS Have you wondered how to do massage without getting tired, or how to control the affects of stress and tension? Come join us in learning basic techniques for hand, foot and back massage. You will leave the class relaxed and refreshed! Please register for one section. DATES AND TIMES: Course Instructror Biography: Janine Fleming received her B.A. in Biochemistry from University of Maryland Baltimore County. She is currently the Director of Holistic Massage Institute. (502) YOGA FOR BEGINNERS This is a perfect opportunity to take classes with other beginners, learn the basics and get a solid foundation in yoga. You will learn the basics of yoga: alignment, stretching, standing and seated posers as well as breathing techniques. You will begin to experience for yourself some of the benefits that arise from practicing yoga such as increased flexibility, strength, cardiovascular health, a sense of well-being and relaxed awareness. No specific fitness level is required. Please register for one section. (503) ACUPRESSURE FOR SELF-HELP In this class, you will learn acupressure theory and techniques. You will come away from this class knowing how to use acupressure to improve overall well being as well as to relieve common ailments including headaches, joint pains, insomnia and cold and flu. Please register for one section. DATES: (504) INTRODUCTION TO FOOT REFLEXOLOGY In this hands-on class, students will learn basic foot Reflexology techniques, and will leave this class understanding the principles of foot reflexology and knowing how to give a basic foot Reflexology session. Course Instructor Biographies: Jeffrey Grabelle is a Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) and has been teaching Foot Reflexology classes for the past three years at the Holistic Massage Training Institute. (505) INTRODUCTION TO QI GONG Qi Gong means “the cultivation of energy” and is based on the long history of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Like Yoga and Tai Chi, it is a practice to improve over-all health and well-being. This class introduces the participant to the basic principles of Qi Gong and a variety of movements to enhance the accumulation and flow of energy. Learn simple routines that can be practiced at home and notice the difference of greater life-force energy. This class is open to all ages and levels of experience. Course Instructror Biography: Gerard Parr is a certified Qi Gong instructor from the Supreme Science Qi Gong Center. He is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Massaged Therapist. (506) MEDITATION FOR WELL BEING This meditation class is oriented to promote a sense of well being and peace. Perfect for starting the new year and new semester with a clear mind. In these sessions, through breathing exercises and mental body scans we will explore ways of gently calming the mind and tuning into our bodies. We will do sitting, standing and walking meditation. No experience is necessary. A conversation to share our experience or to ask questions will follow. Course Instructor Biography: Gricel Salazar teaches Digital Photography at JHU and MICA, as well as in Ireland for the Summer Abroad Program. She regularly attends meditation retreats in the United States and the United Kingdom. (507) WOMEN'S SELF DEFENSE CLASS - AVOID, ESCAPE, AND DEFEND Course Instructor Biography: Monroe Hall has been training and competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and mixed martial arts for 8 years and teaching for 4. Monroe has also taught multiple self defense classes tailored to women, focusing on avoidance of problems and escaping danger. Brian Shealey has been training for 4 years and teaching for 2 years. PERSONAL ENRICHMENT / HOBBIES This course is designed as an introduction to prominent wines of the United States and Europe. The major focus this year will be wines of Europe, especially the “new” wines and wine regions of France, Italy, and Spain. There will be some examples of the classical wines from these countries, but many of these have become so well known throughout the world that demand has risen and prices have increased considerably. But regions, which previously produced only mediocre wines, are now producing wines of excellent quality, as wine makers have improved quality standards. Those wines will be featured in the context of more general information on wine appreciation. Participants will be introduced to what can be deciphered from the wine label, and there will be an attempt to make comparisons based on price, age, and other characteristics. Bread and cheese will accompany the wines. DATES: Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26 Course Instructor Biography: Charles Lawrence has been teaching this popular class during Intersession for many years. (602) BEER HISTORY AND APPRECIATION Learn the history of the "nectar of the gods"- Beer. This workshop covers the history of brewing, the geography of ale, beer marketing, politics, legends and lore. Proper tasting will be stressed! This course is designed to introduce you to the history of beer and its well deserved appreciation, not only as a beverage that has shaped the formation and evolution of all cultures, but for its taste. Many world class beers are brewed right here in the U.S. and have become well known throughout the world. Students will be sampling beers from around the world, focusing on organic and Russian beers! “Gourmet” beers are gaining in popularity not only for social occasions, but for cooking and pairing with cheese. Like wine, proper tasting and evaluation will be taught. Cheese will accompany the beers…the bread is in the glass! An optional beer dinner at a local brewpub/brewery tour is offered this year. Participants should bring a clear glass (not plastic). Students in the course must be of legal drinking age. The instructor is offering two sections. Please register for one section only. DATES: Course Instructror Biography: Nick Nichols (JHU MS ‘92) is a dedicated and well-traveled student of beer. He has visited over 600 brewpubs, microbreweries, and beer pubs all over the world. Nick has taught this class to critical acclaim at JHU and to alumni groups since 2003. (603) UNDERSTANDING FIGURE SKATING: SALCHOWS, CAMEL SPINS, AND THE 2010 OLYMPIC GAMES This course will cover the basic fundamentals of figure skating with an emphasis on understanding figure skating from the perspective of a viewer. It will cover a brief history of figure skating, an introduction to the International Judging System, spin & jump element identification, an overview of ice dance and pair’s disciplines as well as biographies of important historical figures and biographies of the rising stars that are set to compete this year at the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, Canada. This course is meant for those with no background in the sport and for those who wish to have a greater understanding of figure skating. At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to identify skaters and elements and have an enriched viewing experience of the 2010 Winter Olympics. DATES: Mondays and Wednesdays, January 4, 6, 11, 13, 20 Course Instructor Biography: Originally from Ottawa Canada, Mark Butt trained at the Olympic Training Center (Broadmoor SC) in Colorado Springs before returning to the Canadian Academy of Skating Arts in Ottawa. Mark received Olympic eligibility for Canada in August of 2000 while at the University of Delaware & placed 3rd at the US National Collegiate Championships in 2000. Mark retired in 2004 after completing a world tour as a professional figure skater with Disney on Ice in Asia and Australia. Mark received his Master’s Degree from the University of Pennsylvania and is the Senior Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions at Johns Hopkins University. (604) INTRODUCTION TO KNIT AND CROCHET (CONTINENTAL METHOD) Let the cold January weather inspire you to create warm accessories! Start from scratch and learn how to knit, purl, cast-on, bind-off, and the basics of crochet including chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet. Students will receive personalized instruction in a supportive environment. If you have forgotten the skills you learned in childhood, learned the “American” style and want to increase your speed with the “Continental” method, have noticed that hand-crafts are hugely popular again, or fancy being the envy of all your friends with your new stylish knitwear, than this is the class for you! DATES: Mondays, January 4 and 11 (The third class will be scheduled at a time agreed upon by instructor and students) Course Instructor Biography: Amy Breakwell has been knitting and crocheting since she was eight, loves learning and teaching new techniques, and spends time crafting every day. She and her projects can be found at www.Ravelry.com as amylisai (605) INTERMEDIATE KNITTING: EXPAND YOUR SKILLS Want to make a sweater with cables but too afraid to try? Lusting for lace shawls but scared of thin yarn? In this class you will discover that making the knit objects of your dreams is just a few simple lessons away! Topics will be tailored to student ability and interest and can include instruction in making lace, cables, socks, gloves, or even working with different colors in each hand simultaneously. (606) IT IS WRITTEN IN THE STARS: MAXIMIZING YOUR ATTAINMENT OF WEALTH, FAME, AND LOVE WITH THE USE OF ASTROLOGY When most people read their horoscope, they are only reading about their sun sign, that’s like only reading the first chapter of a really juicy book that has eleven more chapters to go. You are only getting a small part of the vast expanse of information written in the stars, and that information is all about you! Come and learn the basic foundations of astrology in a fun and interactive way. We will transform graphs, circles, and lines on a page into people, plots, and places you can identify in your very own life today. You will not only decipher the hidden meaning behind your birth sign, you will learn how to read the whole chart. You will also learn how to use astrology strategically to enhance your opportunities in gaining the good stuff in life, while learning how to minimize the parts that we wish we could fast forward through. Pre-Requisite: You must have the exact time, date, and location (country, and city or town) of where you were born to get the most out of this class. If you do not know what time you were born, you can obtain this information from your ORIGINAL birth certificate. Contact the Department of Vital Statistics in the State in which you were born to order a copy (It will cost a little more than the generic birth certificates that most states usually issue. Be sure to ask for a copy of your ORIGINAL birth certificate). A second section may be added if course fills up. Course Instructror Biography: Adamaah Grayse has been studying Astrology for over 15 years. As a life-coach, she has used astrology as one of the tools to assist her clients with changing difficult or challenging life situations into creative avenues for ultimate goal realization. (607) THERE GOES THE NEIGHBORHOOD: BLACK RAGE, WHITE GUILT, AND "ONE BIG CHUNK OF LAND" CLAIMED BY ALL (INTENSIVE) Shelia Martel and T. Adamaah Craig, co-creators and colleagues, will build on the short theatrical presentations made at the 6th annual Diversity and Leadership Conference. This session will facilitate discussion at a deeper level around collectively held but seldom expressed beliefs within the African-American and Caucasian community dealing with issues of racial bigotry, gender, and entitlement in America. This is an old conversation, but it rarely moves beyond guilt, shame, anger, and fear. Craig, who is black, and Martel, who is white, are seeking to draw active and engaging participation in the workshop through a variety of co-facilitation techniques. The workshop is designed to guide discussion beyond volatile emotions so that workshop participants begin to address underlying issues of equitable distribution of resources. Course Instructor Biography: Sheila Martel grew up in Montreal and Nova Scotia. An experienced facilitator, teacher, and thespian, she is currently producing a play in the Maryland One Act Play Festival. Sheila is writing a book of non-fiction. She holds a masters degree and a certificate of advanced study in education. T. Adamaah Craig has traveled internationally to over 18 countries facilitating for USAID, and domestically for small non-profits and community based organizations. She holds a B.S. in Business Studies and a M.S. in Student Personnel Administration. (608) ENTREPRENEURSHIP This course will teach students how to write a successful business plan, source start-up capital, analyze market dynamics, and create financial projections. Students will work in groups to develop a start-up idea. In-class discussions will be supplemented with case studies, speakers and assigned readings. Students will pitch their startups in 15 minute PowerPoint presentations at the conclusion of the course. Course Instructor Biography: Joynita Sur started a specialty pharmaceutical company that found new uses for existing drugs. The company won first place at the Rice University Business Plan Competition in 2007. Joynita researches trends in technology commercialization, entrepreneurship, and venture capital. She studied Biomedical Engineering and Entrepreneurship and Management at Hopkins. This is the second year this class is being offered. (609) THINKING NEEDED TO EXTEND AND REFINE KNOWLEDGE In this course, participants will be able to see various strategies and techniques needed to establish and maintain positive attitudes and perception as well as acquiring both declarative and procedural knowledge and use strategies that will help acquire and integrate knowledge. Participants will be aware of the productive Habits of Mind. Course Instructor Biography: Obdulia (Dolly) Peralta Holloway received her Masters of Arts degree from the Phillippines. She also holds a Master of Science and CASE degrees from Hopkins. She currently works for Baltimore City Public Schools. (610) WHAT KIND OF A LEARNER AM I? ANALYZING ONESELF IN RELATION TO LEARNING STYLE DESCRIPTION AND THE SEVEN TYPES OF INTELLIGENCE In this course, participants will gain insight and knowledge about the frames of mind and differentiating multiple intelligence capacities and the 4 MAT System Model Learning. (611) AUDIENCE APPEAL FOR INTRIGUING INTERVIEWS AND STIMULATING SPEECH Do interviews, presentations, speeches and strangers give you stress? Try some efficient expertise to quell your qualms. Learn transferable techniques from entertainment and performance to promote your stage presence. Overcome oratory obstacles so your substantive sermon shines. Anxious academics and shy scholars shall subdue stage insecurities to audience applause. Try your hand at acting and use it in your teaching! Students may register for more than one section. BUSINESS AND FINANCE This course will cover the basic principles of personal financial management. Through these sessions attendees will cover budgeting, saving, and long term planning. Sessions will include money mapping, developing a budget, debt management, finding money to save, and the benefits of the time value of money. By learning to plan and working that plan, attendees will gain a better understanding why money does matter. Attendees should bring a calculator. LANGUAGE Chinese is the most widely spoken language globally although English may be used in more countries. Travel, communications and technological advancements are ever decreasing geographic distances worldwide so that any familiarity with more than one language/culture helps personally and professionally. Students will learn Mandarin-Chinese essential for work or travel in China, Taiwan, Singapore and other Chinese-Speaking areas. No prior proficiency is required. All levels are welcome. Each section will be geared to participants' experience and interests. Students can sign up for more than one section if they like. Please indicate your Chinese proficiency at time of registration (i.e., no Chinese proficiency, understand some but speak little Mandarin). Course Instructor Biography: Ingrid Wu, MA, JD earned 3 JHU degrees in 4 years, UM Law doctorate & was Rotary Scholar/US Goodwill Ambassador to Taiwan, Republic of China & Hong Kong while teaching math, social sciences, Chinese/English as 2nd languages here/abroad, appearing in news, radio, film, stage, TV, textbook & billboards! She performed/directed musical theatre, played piano, violin, bassoon in orchestras/bands, sang in Peabody-Hopkins, Goucher, and other choirs. Enhancing student success in school, international computer-adaptive tests/certifications, she worked globally in gifted/talented education, high-tech, medical research, international law/travel in government/business. BUS TRIP The Office of the Dean of Student Life is pleased to offer a bus trip to New York City. |
