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1. Basic Digital Photography
Mon.,
9-10:15 a.m.
This course will teach basic digital photography. From opening the box to taking great photographs, it all starts with the first few steps. Limited enrollment.
Instructor: Karen Alvis, Motophoto |
2. Beginning Spanish
Mon., Wed., 9:30-10:45 a.m.
For beginners with limited or no exposure who want to learn the basics of conversing in Spanish for travel and fun. $15 course fee
Instructor: Saundra Hansford, CNU |
 3. Intermediate Spanish
Mon., Wed., 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
For members who have had a beginning Spanish course or practical language experience and wish to expand their communication
skills. $15 course fee.
Instructor: Saundra Hansford, CNU |
4. Symphony Backstage
Mon., 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Learn about the symphony orchestra on both sides of the curtain. Who picks the music? What do the musicians wear? What should they rehearse first? Learn the ins and outs of the orchestra through interesting experiences from musicians, conductors and staff of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra.
Coordinator: Marsha Staples, Virginia Symphony Orchestra |
5. Tai Chi
Mon., Wed., 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
The class curriculum will include the practice of the postures, breathing and the first section of the long form and soft self-defense applications.
$15 syllabus fee
Instructor: Teresa Buckman |
6. Computing I
Mon., Wed., 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
This is the first course in a three course progression. This beginner course is for anyone who wants to learn how to use a computer. The student will be introduced to the parts of a computer, the desktop and basic computing. Students should own or have access to a computer to practice their skills.
$15 course fee
Instructor: Susan Daimler |
7. Computing III
Mon., Wed., 1-2:15 p.m.
Students should have completed Computer II before they enroll in this course. We will continue with more Microsoft Word topics. Students will learn to sort, create bullets, lists and tables. Students should own or have access to a computer to practice their skills. $15 course fee
Instructor: Susan Daimler |
8. Rise and Fall of the Roman Republic
Tues., 9:30-10:45 a.m. Ten week Course
In the last half of the 1st millennium BC, a group of tough peasant farmers, under the leadership of the Roman Senate and its aristocratic oligarchy, first conquered the Italian peninsula and then extended Rome’s dominion over the entire Mediterranean world. This course examines the origins, rise to power, and eventual disintegration of the Roman Republic and the emergence in its place of an even more powerful Imperial Rome under Augustus and his successors. Syllabus fee is $3.00.
Instructor: Glenn R. Markus, LLS |
9. Aerobics
Tues., Thurs., 9:15-10:30 a.m.
A conditioning program to improve your strength, balance, range of motion and muscular and cardiovascular endurance. $15 course fee
Instructor: Kasey Cyr-Robert
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10. Oils and Acrylics
Tues., 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Learn to select, mix and apply. Enhance your skill in composition. If you are no longer a beginner, continue to develop your skills. Limited enrollment.
Instructor: Brian Murphy |
11. Practicing Poetry
Tues., 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Practicing poetry will include free verse, limericks, romantic poetry, narrative poetry and poetry from other languages.
Instructor: Patricia Flower Vermillion
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12. Women in a Man’s World
Tues., 1-2:15 p.m.
We will discuss how some women broke out of the “mold” during the Renaissance Period.
Instructor: Dr. Theodora P. Bostic, CNU Emeritus |
13. The Turbulent History of France
Tues., 2:30-3:45 p.m.
This course will examine the turbulent history of France during the first-half of the 20th century. In between the two world wars, France was presumably at peace. However, France grappled with interna struggles throughout the 1920’s and 1930’s that threatened to tear the nation apart.
Instructor: Dr. Brian Puaca, CNU |
14. Body Fusion: Tone and Stretch
Wed., Fri., 9:15-10:30 a.m.
This exercise class will focus on muscle strength, muscle endurance, flexibility, balance and coordination, combining the use of a variety of equipment, including a stability ball, hand weights and resistance bands. Exercises will include body sculpting and stretching as well as Pilates and yoga-based movements. Participants should dress comfortably (i.e. shirt, shorts/pants with no buttons, zippers, rivets or belts, socks and athletic shoes.) $15 course fee
Instructor: Lisa Wingfield, CNU |
15. Putin’s Political Russia
Wed., 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
The dynamics of current Russian politics will be examined. We will
analyze the results of the December 2007 Duma elections, how this
will impact Russian policy and study the candidates and their
respective potential for the March 2008 presidential elections.
Finally, we will include in both investigations the influence of
Vladimir Putin on both elections and his role in the future of Russia
and Russian politics.
Instructor: Dr. Corliss Tacosa, ODU
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16. Explorers
Wed., 2:30-3:45 p.m.
This session will discuss in depth some of the great explorers of the late 15th and 16th centuries, the golden age of exploration. What
were these explorers looking for, what did they discover and who did
they come in contact with? The session will also cover the navigational
tools and techniques used during the time.
Held at Mariners’ Museum
Coordinator: Beth Kovach, Museum Educator
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17. Captain John Smith: The Making of a Virginia Adventurer
Thurs., 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Captain John Smith led an exciting and challenging life long before joining the Virginia Company and coming to Virginia. This course provides
the true story of this historical figure that has been badly portrayed
in print and film.
Instructor: Aleck Loker |
18. The Rejectors
Thurs., 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Some major scientific findings have encountered significant opposition. We’ll discuss arguments for and against such propositions as
the structure of the universe, evolution vs. creation, peaceful use of
nuclear energy and global warming.
Instructor: Dr. Lawrence Sacks, CNU Emeritus |
19. Beginning Chinese
Thurs., 1-2:15 p.m.
This course is designed for beginners who want to learn basics of travel and daily life conversations in Chinese. You are expected to
study the basic skills of pronunciation, listening and reading.
Ten week Course
Instructor: Zhao Qing Zhang, LLS |
20. Vodka and Chianti: Virginia Opera’s Spring 2008
Productions
Thurs., 2:30-3:45 p.m.
Students will receive comprehensive musical and dramatic analysis
of Tchaikovsky’a Eugene Onegin, based on a poetic drama by
Pushkin, and Donizetti’s beloved Lucia di Lammermoor, based on a
novel by Sir Walter Scott. Course is suitable for opera lovers and curious
beginners alike.
Instructor: Glenn Winters, Community Outreach Musical Director,
Virginia Opera Association |
21. Watercolor Painting
Fri., 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Learn to select, mix and apply. Enhance your skill in composition. If you are no longer a beginner, continue to develop your skills. Limited enrollment. Register for either A or B session, not both.
Instructor: Professor Betty Anglin, CNU |
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