| The Intersession 2008 Personal Enrichment Program is dedicated to the memory of Irvin Stiefel. Irv taught Ballroom Dance during Intersession for over 24 years. He frequently expressed his enjoyment with teaching at Hopkins. He loved working with students. Irv passed away in March 2007. He will be greatly missed. |  |
During Intersession, the Department of Student Development and Programming offers a program of non-credit informal courses for Johns Hopkins students, staff, faculty, and their families. Intersession classes begin on Monday, January 7. 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. Classes requiring minimum number of participants will be cancelled if the minimum is not met. Most classes are open to the general public. Please call 410-516-8209 for specific information. NOTE: In the event of an official snow day at Hopkins, instructors are encouraged, but are not required to make up their respective courses. It will depend on instructor availability, room availability, and number of days lost due to snow and ice. There will be no classes held on Monday, January 21, because of the Martin Luther King Holiday. Registration begins on Monday, November 26. Students may register in the Student Development and Programming Office, Levering Union through, Friday, December 14. Make all checks payable to Johns Hopkins University. All fees, including a nonrefundable $2.00 registration fee must be paid in advance. Johns Hopkins affiliates may pay for classes with J-Cash (up to $75). 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.
Ken Kolodner
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. DATES: Monday and Thursdays, January 7, 10, 14, 17
TIMES: 7:00 - 8:00 pm
PLACE: Sherwood Room, Levering Union
FEE: $75.00 (no instrument -6 rental dulcimers are available); $60.00 (has instrument)
MINIMUM: 3 MAXIMUM: None
NOTE: Please bring a recording device (e.g. tape player) 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) Ken Kolodner
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 7, 10, 14, 17
TIME: 5:30 - 6:30pm
PLACE: Sherwood Room, Levering Union
FEE: $75.00 (no instrument – 6 rental fiddles are available) $60.00 (has instrument)
MINIMUM: 3 MAXIMUM: None
NOTE: Please bring a recording device (e.g. tape player) Dr. Lori Lind and Mr. Daniel Holmes In this introductory package of 9 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 7-25
PLACE: Mattin Center Practice Room 119
FEE: $395.00 (Includes 9 – 50 minute lessons)
MINIMUM: 1
NOTE: Students should bring a recording device to each lesson. 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 nine 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 recipient of the Grand Prize at the Annapolis Opera Vocal Arts Competition 2005, and she has received career grants from the Lissner, Puccini, and Schuyler Foundations in 2005 and 2006. 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 Competition, and Best Young Artist and Best Returning Young Artist at the Sarasota Opera in Florida. 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. Further information, press quotes and audio clips of Dr. Lind and Mr. Holmes can be found on the web at www.novoartists.com and www.voicelessons.vpweb.com [back to top]
Paul Ford
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. Three traditional 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 14, 16, 18, 22, 23, 25
TIMES: 1:00-3:30pm
PLACE: Room 160, Mattin Center
FEE: $50.00 (includes all supplies)
MINIMUM: 3 MAXIMUM: 10 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.
Joshua Korenblat
How can we tell stories with words and pictures? If you ever want topublish stories in our highly visual culture, you should have an understanding of how words and pictures communicate and express in a persuasive way. At one point in history, images and words were one and the same. Even today, images are visual messages that also express an emotional world through shape, composition, color, and style; words, meanwhile, are cues to a visual and sensual realm.
Students in this course will write narratives and use them as a foundation for learning the basic principles of visual storytelling: photojournalism, illustration, and information graphics. For the illustration portion, we will stress insight and concept development through rough sketches. No prior art experience or computer knowledge is required. Work will be assessed by the inventiveness of its concepts, not by the polish of the finished project. By the end of the course, students will have stories with words and pictures "to pitch" for publication, and these visual narratives may be presented in print and online. The final pitch will be from a revised work, based off one of the assigned projects. We will learn not only the formal principles of visual storytelling, but also the history and theory of the practice. Words and pictures have worked together as long as we've been telling stories—from the pictographs of Chinese scrolls to the hieroglyphics of Ancient Egypt, to the statuary-lined stories of Gothic cathedrals, to illuminated manuscripts and comic books of the modern era. Technology has simply accelerated the amount of imagery we encounter while reading. DATES: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, January 8,9,10,15,16,17,22,23,24
TIME: 5:00-7:00pm
PLACE: To Be Determined
FEE: $40.00
MINIMUM: 4 MAXIMUM: 30
NOTE: Students should bring a notebook for taking notes, a CD compatible for a Mac computer, or a memory stick. It is recommended that students purchase Understanding Comics by Scott McCloud. (Approximate cost - $40.00) This text can be found at Amazon.com and will introduce all of the Visual Storytelling principles we will need for this course along with exemplary works from National Geographic Magazine. Joshua Korenblat is a writer, artist, and educator. He worked in the Graphics Division of National Geographic Magazine between 2000-2006,where he created graphics, illustrations, and articles. At night, heattended the Writing Masters program at Johns Hopkins University, and graduated with his degree in 2006. At present, he is pursuing an MFA in Studio Art from the Maryland Institute College of Art while freelancing for organizations such as Smithsonian Magazine and the Consortium for Ocean Leadership. His writing and illustrations have been published in an array of books, print magazines, and web sites,and he believes that every student can learn the principles that go into effective communication and expression in writing and art. [back to top]
Mary Jane Hartner
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 7, 8, 10, 11,14,15,17,22,23,25
TIME: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
PLACE: Glass Pavilion, Levering Union
FEE: $50.00 per person
MINIMUM: 30 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 4th year teaching Intersession.
Raisa Raina
Students will be exposed to a type of Indian Classical Dance called Bharata Natyam. This is one of the oldest dance forms of India, along with several others. It originated in South India and is a beautiful art form. Bharata Natyam is a dance style that incorporates grace, poise, and strong swift movements. It is free flowing at times and stiff at other times. This dance form’s main focus lies in its intricate footwork, hand gestures, facial expressions, and the movement of the eyes. Students will be introduced to Bharata Natyam and will be given some background information on its origination. They will also learn about the significance of the hand gestures and facial expressions. This is a wonderful classical dance that is disciplined and intense, yet energetic and fun. DATES: Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24
TIME: 8:30-10:00pm
PLACE: Evans Room, Recreation Center
FEE: $30.00
MINIMUM: 3 MAXIMUM: 15 Raisa Raina spent eight years learning Bharata Natyam. At the age of seven, she started performing at various Hindu festivals and cultural programs. She showcased her first solo performance at the tender age of eight. In 2003, before beginning high school, she completed her Arangetram, which is the Indian Classical Dance graduation. It is a huge and extremely important performance in which the dancer displays his/her talent to friends and family. To prepare for Arangetram, Raisa started practicing a year in advance so that her performance would be flawless. After completing her Arangetram, Raisa was officially able to teach Bharata Natyam. She continues to perform dances for different events and occasions. She is currently a member of JOSH (JHU Indian Fusion Dance Team). Although JOSH is a fusion dance team, some Bharata Natyam is incorporated into the dances, which still gives her the opportunity to perform the dance she loves.
Raisa Raina
Welcome Indian Film Dance! This class will introduce students to Indian Film Dance (Bollywood Dancing). The high energy dancing, great music, and awesome steps will provide fun, entertainment, and a good workout. Indian Film Dance will also allow students to learn other types of dances, such as Indian Classical Dance forms and Bhangra. Dancing and performing to upbeat music is fun and relaxing at the same time. It is a great way to end the day. Bring a friend or a partner so that dances can be taught to duet songs. (Partner is not required).
DATES: Mondays and Wednesdays, January 7, 9, 14, 16, 23 (The sixth class will be scheduled at a time agreed upon by instructor and students)
TIME: 6:30-8:00pm
PLACE: Dance Studio, Mattin Center
FEE: $30.00
MINIMUM: 3 MAXIMUM: 15 Raisa Raina has been learning dance since she was three years old. She has learned various types of dances, such as ballet, tap, Indian Classical Dance, and hip-hop. Although she has not formally learned Indian Film Dance, she has grown up watching Bollywood movies and has an amazing ability to grasp the movements immediately. She has performed dances for different cultural programs and at special occasions. Raisa has also choreographed dances that have been showcased at various events. Raisa makes time to practice Indian Film Dance about 3 hours per week. She is currently a member of JOSH, the JHU Indian Fusion Dance group. [back to top]
Janine Fleming
Students will leave this class understanding the principles of yoga and knowing enough to be able to continue the practice of yoga on their own. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.
DATE: Mondays and Thursdays, January 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24
TIME: 9:30-10:45AM
PLACE: 1 E. University Parkway - "University One" Suite 108
FEE: $60.00
MINIMUM: 2 MAXIMUM: 20 Janine Fleming received her B.A. in Biochemistry from University of Maryland Baltimore County. She is currently the Director of Holistic Massage Institute.
Janine Fleming
This class is for any one going into the health care field, as well as any one who would like to know more about how their body works. The following will be covered: Skeletal System: The Framework of the Body, Muscular System: The Body in Motion, Skin and Nervous System: Interacting With the Environment, Respiratory and Circulatory Systems: Heart, Blood, and Lungs, Digestive System: You Are What You Eat and Assimilate, and Staying Healthy: Putting It All Together.
DATE: Thursdays and Fridays, January 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
TIME: 11:00-12:00pm
PLACE: 1 E. University Parkway – “University One” Suite 108
FEE: $60.00
MINIMUM: 2 MAXIMUM: 20
Janine Fleming
Students will learn some basic massage techniques, including hand and back massage. This will be a hands on class. Please sign up for one section.
DATES AND TIMES:
Section 1 – Monday, January 7 – 6:00-9:00pm
Section 2 – Monday, January 14- 6:00-9:00pm
Section 3 – Wednesday, January 16 – 2:30-5:30pm
PLACE: 1 E. University Parkway – “University One” Suite 108
FEE: $50.00
MINIMUM: 2 MAXIMUM: 16
Jeffrey Grabelle
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.
DATE: Thursday, January 17
TIME: 6:00-8:00pm
PLACE: 1 East University Parkway – “University One” Suite 108
FEE: $30.00
MINIMUM: 2 MAXIMUM: 14 Jeffrey Grabelle is a Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) and has been teaching Foot Reflexology classes for the past two years at the Holistic Massage Training Institute.
Gerard Parr
Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese discipline for health and well being. Access energy: both internally (within the body) and externally (the universal life-force). Students will practice several basic exercises toward increasing physical vitality, reducing stress and enhancing mindful concentration.
DATES AND TIMES:
Tuesdays, January 8, 15, 22 – 1:00-2:30pm
Thursdays, January 10, 17, 24 – 10:00-11:30am
PLACE: Dance Studio, Mattin Center
FEE: $50.00 (includes six classes)
MINIMUM: 3
NOTE: Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Students should bring a mat if they have one, but this is not a requirement for the class Gerard Parr is a certified Qi Gong Level One instructor from the Supreme Science Qi Gong Center. In addition to his training as a Qi Gong instructor, Mr. Parr is a licensed psychotherapist employed at Johns Hopkins Bayview/Community Psychiatry, and a Certified Massage Therapist in private practice.
Richard McCarthy
This course is not a “martial arts” course, although martial arts techniques will be demonstrated. This course does not incorporate any “traditional” values other than to survive and escape a hazardous physical confrontation. This course will focus on best practices for maintaining awareness of high risk situations, and will offer some very practical techniques for defending oneself. There are no uniforms or other equipment that are required, however participants are encouraged to wear comfortable workout clothes if they so desire. Keep in mind that you may be in jeans and sneakers, or all dressed up if a confrontation does occur, but for course purposes comfort is more important. During this course two questions will be asked: Does it work? What if it doesn’t work? This course will stress self defense techniques, not how to fight. Fighting is a sustained confrontation and is usually illegal; self defense is a means by which one can create an effective escape from danger. The value of this course will be based on the previous two questions; which strategies presented will work for YOU, and what are the alternatives? Ultimately, preparedness is the most effective defense for a bad situation, and this course will focus on that. Finally, this course will offer objective criteria based on best practices from reputable sources on self defense as it relates to women. Articles, sources and references will be quoted, as well as legal resources and the writings of criminal justice professionals and those who deal with the aftermath of violent confrontation.
DATES: Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24
TIME: 5:30-7:00pm
PLACE: Evans Room, Recreation Center
FEE: $30.00
MINIMUM: 8 MAXIMUM: 20
NOTE: Please wear loose comfortable clothes Richard McCarthy has learned through personal experience growing up in Brooklyn, New York the importance of being able to defend himself at all times. He began training in the martial arts during his high school years. He founded MGD Fighting Systems in 2007. He teaches Street Combat, Mixed Martial Arts, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He is currently ranked number one in the Master’s (30+) Gi and No Gi Division competition in the state of Maryland. He is also currently ranked number two nationally in Gi. He is employed at the JHU School of Medicine Department of Radiation Oncology as a Web Development Programmer. [back to top] Charles Lawrence
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.
Participants should bring their own wine glass, preferably made of clear glass (not plastic). On some occasions, two glasses may be useful for direct comparisons of two wines. Students in the course must be of legal drinking age. DATES: Tuesdays, January 8, 15, 22, 29
TIME: 7:00- 9:00 pm
PLACE: Sherwood Room, Levering Union
FEE: $125.00
MINIMUM: 28 MAXIMUM: 32 Charles Lawrence has been teaching this popular class during Intersession for many years.
Nick “the Baltimore Beertrekker” Nichols
Learn the history of the "nectar of the gods"- Beer. The two separate workshops will briefly cover 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 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 is offered this year!
Participants should bring a clear glass (not plastic). Students in the course must be of legal drinking age. DATES: Fridays, January 11 and 18
TIME: 6:00-9:00pm
PLACE: Room 160, Mattin Center
FEE: $55.00
MINIMUM: 5 MAXIMUM: 20 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. Obdulia (Dolly) Peralta Holloway
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. DATES: Mondays, January 7 and 14
TIME: 5:00 - 6:30 pm
PLACE: Room 162, Mattin Center
FEE: $20.00
MINIMUM: 2 MAXIMUM: 3 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.
Obdulia (Dolly) Peralta Holloway
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.
DATES: Wednesdays, January 9, 16, 23
TIME: 5:00 - 6:30 pm
PLACE: Room 162, Mattin Center
FEE: $20.00
MINIMUM: 2 MAXIMUM: 3
Julie Reiser, Pam Sheff, Annette Leps and Marybeth Camerer –Center for Leadership Education
Business etiquette goes far beyond not napping in the boardroom! It's about projecting an image of professionalism and credibility. In this course, you will learn key career management skills that will help you not only find a plum job, but emerge as a leader in your field. Come join us and you will quickly learn that common sense is not so common. During the three evenings, guest speakers will introduce topics such as effective networking, interviewing, resumes and cover letters, communication (written, verbal, and non-verbal), appropriate dress, and social etiquette. During the final evening, you are invited to dinner at the Johns Hopkins Club where you will be led by a professional etiquette instructor who will share the important details needed to impress your colleagues and get that job you’ve always wanted.
DATES: January 7, 8, and 10
TIME: 6:30-8:30pm
PLACE: To Be Determined
FEE: $40
MINIMUM: 10 MAXIMUM: 35
NOTE: Business attire is required Julie Reiser is a full-time lecturer for the Professional Communication Program. Julie also works as a freelance writer, editor, and manuscript consultant. Most recently, she ghostwrote a trade business book that was represented by The CoveyLink Agency—the people behind The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. Prior to joining Hopkins, Julie was a lecturer at Towson University where she taught writing for business and industry, American literature, creative writing, and composition courses. Annette Leps is a full time lecturer with the W.P. Carey Program, joining Johns Hopkins University in 2006. She brings strong teaching skills developed over fifteen years with colleges and universities coupled with a wealth of senior level professional experience in the corporate and management consulting sectors. Marybeth Camerer is the Assistant Director of the Center for Leadership Education. As Assistant Director, she is responsible for interviewing and hiring staff, faculty, and students. She will share some key points to remember during the job search that will greatly increase your chances of success. Pam Sheff is a full-time faculty member in the Professional Communication Program. Pam is also an award-winning writer and marketing communications consultant, specializing in developing and writing public and in-house communications for corporate, institutional and government clients. Her work includes nationally-recognized annual reports and collaterals, speeches given at the White House by business leaders, and business plans for new companies.
Ingrid Wu
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.
DATES AND TIMES:
Section 1 - Friday, January 18 and 25 – 7:00-8:30pm
Section 2 – Friday, January 18 and 25 –8:30-10:00pm
PLACE: Conference Room A, Levering Union
FEE: $55.00 per section
MINIMUM: 3 Ingrid Wu won and/or judged Miss Hemisphere International-Maryland Talent, United Teenager, National Preteen/Teenager-Outstanding Program Participant, Essay/Speech; Miss America, Maryland, Washington D.C., Delaware, Virginia, West Virginia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, East Coast model searches, national pageants and was the American Red Cross Centennial Youth Keynote Speaker. She motivated 400+ Hugh O'Brian Youth-World Leadership Congress Ambassadors & was Optimist Convention Guest Speaker. Ingrid won Towson Times' 30th Anniversary-Best of Towson-Best Teacher Award. For over 20 years, Ingrid has been consulting and interpreting for many groups. She has also either served and/or chaired JHU Admissions/Alumni committees. Global entities such as the Rotary and Optimist Clubs continually seek her for motivational speaking engagements. Her expertise is also sought by John Robert Powers, John Casablancas, Barbizon and others.
David McNeill
Do you use charts, graphs, diagrams, or pictures to communicate ideas? This workshop will teach you the basics of how to convey ideas simply and clearly using these visual media. The principles covered will apply to everything from PowerPoint to posters. “The Visual Display of Quantitative Information” by Edward R. Tufte is a highly recommended text for this class. (approximate cost -$18.00-$25.00 on Amazon.com)
DATES: Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 8, 10, 15, 17
TIME: 10:00-11:00am
PLACE: Room 120 Mudd Hall (Willier Study)
FEE: $10.00
MINIMUM: 3 MAXIMUM: 10 David McNeill is a fourth year graduate student in the Biology Department at JHU. [back to top]
Joynita Sur
Students will be working with top venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, strategic business consultants, and business educators/mentors to hone and craft their ideas into a reality. For application and fee information, please contact Joynita Sur at joynita@gmail.com.
DATES: Monday through Friday, January 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
TIME: 6:00am-6:00pm (This is boot camp! Get use to it! An ample supply of Starbucks will be supplied free of charge!)
PLACE: To be determined
MINIMUM: 3 MAXIMUM: 10 Joynita Sur is a private investor and entrepreneur. She successfully launched two bio-tech startups: Tradezyme and resurx, and is currently starting another. Joynita and her business partners won the Grand Prize for the 2007 Rice Business Plan Competition. It provided the resources necessary to start resurx in July 2007. She is currently studying Biomedical Engineering and Entrepreneurship at Hopkins.
Joynita Sur
What are you passionate about? How do you turn your passion into your dream job? Why are you waiting to find out? Nine speakers, three days…. one unforgettable experience! An after party will be held on the third night at an off campus location at 9:00-12Midnight. For further information about the course and course fees, please contact Joynita Sur at joynita@gmail.com.
DATES: Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, January 23, 24, 25
TIME: 5:00-7:00pm
PLACE: To be determined
MINIMUM: 15 MAXIMUM: 50 Amanuel Alemu
Investing in stocks for the first time can be very intimidating for students. Some pick up the Wall Street Journal’s Money and Investing section and immediately give up because they can not understand some of the finance terms. Some don’t even bother to try or don’t have the time to. The aim of the class is to unlock the ‘mystery’ of the investment world and to help students gain a basic understanding of investing through the use of tools that are common in the market and used even by legendary investors such as Warren Buffet and others. Students will learn how to read stock charts, analyze industries and their companies, in a fun and easily digestible way, even for students without a background in math and finance. The final goal of the class is to help each student develop their own investing strategy, through the use of virtual portfolios and other tools, in order to help them to make smart investment choices. DATES: Tuesdays and Thursdays, January 8,10,15,17
TIME: 1:00-3:00pm
PLACE: To Be Determined
FEE: $10.00
MINIMUM: 5 MAXIMUM: 25 Amanuel Alemo has been investing in the stock market for about four years now and has also taken part in investment competitions, such as the CNBC portfolio challenge and The UpDown Schools Competition. This past summer, he interned at Stifel Nicolaus doing Equity Research. He conducted in depth research into publicly traded transportation companies and industry wide research in the Power and Energy companies. Amanuel keeps up to date with current market conditions and reads a wide range of newspapers and journals such as the Wall Street Journal, Economist, and the New York Times. He is a senior at JHU majoring in Economics with a Minor in Entrepreneurship and Management and Applied Mathematics and Statistics. Marva Philip
Does money matter? How do you plan to manage the money that you have or will have to use? Through these workshops, students will be introduced to the basic principles of financial management for planning their financial future. Sessions will include the why and how of budgeting, debt management, and the benefits of the time value of money. By learning to plan and working that plan, students will gain a better understanding that money does matter. DATES: Wednesday and Thursdays, January 9, 10, 16, 17
TIMES: 7:00 - 8:00pm
PLACE: Room 111, Gilman Hall
FEE: $20.00
MINIMUM: 3 MAXIMUM: 10
NOTE: Please bring a calculator Marva Philip is the financial coach for Personal Financial Smarts – teaching personal financial management to small groups. [back to top] Ingrid Wu
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). DATES AND TIMES:
Section 1- Friday, January 18 and 25 – 7:00-8:30pm
Section 2 –Friday, January 18 and 25 – 8:30-10:00pm
PLACE: Conference Room A, Levering Union
FEE: $55.00 per section
MINIMUM: 3 I Wu, MA, JD earned 3 degrees from JHU in a 4 year period. She also earned a doctorate from UM Law School. She was a Rotary Scholar/US Goodwill Ambassador to Taiwan, Republic of China, and Hong Kong while teaching math, social sciences, Chinese/English as 2nd languages here and abroad. Ingrid has appeared in news, radio, film, stage, TV, textbooks and billboards! She has performed and directed musical theater and has played piano, violin, and the bassoon with orchestras and bands. She assists students with international computer-adaptive tests & certifications. Ingrid has worked globally in gifted/talented education, high-tech medical research, international law and travel in government/business. [back to top] Witness Theater will be offering three workshops during Intersession. Workshops include Acting taught by Tony Tsendeas, Directing taught by Suzanne Pratt, and Playwriting taught by Steve Schultzman. For specific information, please contact Laura Gordon, Workshop Coordinator at lauragordon@jhu.edu. [back to top] The Office of the Dean of Student Life is pleased to offer a bus trip to New York City. Enjoy a day in the “Big Apple” visiting the MET, Museum of Modern Art, a Broadway show, or just sightseeing in this magnificent city. Price includes roundtrip motor coach to and from New York City. DATE: Wednesday, January 16
TIME: Bus departs from MSE Library at 7:00am; bus departs from NYC at 7:30pm arriving at JHU at approximately 11:00pm
FEE: $25.00 [back to top]
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