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PERSONAL DEV. Courses and Seminars for Fall 2009

NCCE 200 Beginning Mountain Dulcimer NCCE 200 Confident Interior Decorating
NCCE 200 Concert Choir NCCE 200 Express the Feminine Identity
NCCE 200 New Music Ensemble NCCE 600 Citizen's Guide to the Law
NCCE 200 Guitar Ensemble NCCE 700 On the Ball
NCCE 200 Jazz Ensemble NCCE 700 Living with Loss & Grief
NCCE 200 Percussion Ensemble NCCE 700 Heart Healthy Cooking
NCCE 200 Lanswingers Vocal Jazz Ensem NCCE 700 Healthy in a Hurry!
NCCE 200 Lansing Concert Band NCCE 700 Intro to Weight Management
NCCE 200 Digital Photo for Professional NCCE 800 Women and Leadership
NCCE 200 Cool Photography NCCE 800 Concealed Weapon License
NCCE 200 Healing Benefits of Photography NCCE 800 Concealed Weapon Renewal
NCCE 200 Photo Safari: Tawas Point  
 
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NCCE 200  Beginning Mountain Dulcimer
Prerequisite:  None
Learn more about this stringed instrument rich in decades of American history. Whether you are planning a new purchase or currently own a dulcimer, this class will provide you with valuable information. From selection of an instrument to playing techniques and tuning, this class is for you! Cost of this seminar is $139.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42615 Beginning Mountain Dulcimer $139 M 6:30 - 9:00PM 8/20-10/14/09 EAST E. Block

 
NCCE 200  Concert Choir
Prerequisite:  None
 Large, mixed-voice (male/female) ensemble featuring art music of all stylistic periods. Audition required. For audition information, please contact the Humanities and Performing Arts Department at (517) 483-1018. Cost of this seminar is $79.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42627 Concert Choir $79 M/W 2:10 - 3:30PM 8/27-12/13/09 GB 161 M. Bowen

NCCE 200  New Music Ensemble
Prerequisite:  None
Performs a wide range of new and experimental music for diverse instruments and voices. Audition required; music reading skills recommended. For audition information, please contact the Humanities and Performing Arts Department at (517) 483-1018. Cost of this seminar is $79.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42624 New Music Ensemble $79 T 7:10 - 9:00PM 8/27-12/13/09 GB 161 C. Potes

 
NCCE 200  Guitar Ensemble
Prerequisite:  None
Performs solo and combo works in classical, jazz, and contemporary music styles. Audition required; music reading skills recommended. For audition information, please contact the Humanities and Performing Arts Department at (517) 483-1018. Cost of this seminar is $79.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42628 Guitar Ensemble $79 F 10:10AM-12:00PM 8/27-12/13/09 GB 161 C. Rollins

NCCE 200  Jazz Ensemble
Prerequisite:  None
Big band sound that performs a broad spectrum of jazz styles from Swing to Bebop and beyond. Audition required; music reading skills recommended. For audition information, please contact the Humanities and Performing Arts Department at (517) 483-1018. Cost of this seminar is $79.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42629 Jazz Ensemble $79 W 7:10 - 10:00PM 8/27-12/13/09 GB 161   J. Gewirtz

 
NCCE 200  Percussion Ensemble
Prerequisite:  None
Performs traditional and eclectic works for a wide range of percussion instruments. For audition information, please contact the Humanities and Performing Arts Department at (517) 483-1018. Cost of this seminar is $79.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42632 Percussion Ensemble $79 M 5:10 - 8:00PM 8/27-12/13/09 GB 161 E. Lewis

NCCE 200  Lanswingers Vocal Jazz Ensemble
Prerequisite:  None
Mixed-voice (male-female) vocal jazz ensemble. Some instrumentals may be needed. Audition required; music reading skills recommended. For audition information, please contact the Humanities and Performing Arts Department at (517) 483-1018. Cost of this seminar is $79.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
30849 Lansing Concert Band $0 M 7:00 - 9:30PM 6/5-8/1/09 OKCE J. Endahl

NCCE 200  Lansing Concert Band
Prerequisite:  Instrumental Audition
Community band serving as the official band of the City of Lansing. The group performs throughout the year and plays all types of music with an emphasis on traditional concert band literature. Participants will play in public performances of the band. Participants will e required to successfully audition for the Lansing Concert Band. Cost of this seminar is $0.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42630 Lansing Concert Band $0 M 7:10 - 9:50PM 8/27-12/13/09 OKCE J. Endahl

NCCE 200  Digital Photo for Professional
Prerequisite:  None
This one-day, seven-hour seminar covers: buying a digital camera, understanding the menu (jpeg, white balance, ISO), exposure, lighting, and composition. Instructor will demonstrate how to scan 35mm slides to digital, copyright and protect photos, use photos in MS PowerPoint, take self-portraits for use in websites, business cards and presentations, create a ten-second video clip for blogging and self-promotion. Students are encouraged to bring their digital cameras/ camcorders and owner's manuals to class. Cost of this seminar is $49.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42623 Digital Photo for Professional $49 S 9:10AM - 4:00PM 11/14/09 EAST   W. Pope

NCCE 200  Cool Photography
Prerequisite:  None
What does it take to turn a snapshot into a professional finished photo? Gain confidence using your camera. Learn to set up studio lighting, effectively utilize the latest photographic technologies, and skillfully  pose people to achieve a final image that is of professional quality. NOTE: Basic camera operation needed. Cost of this seminar is $145.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43205 Cool Photography $145 M 6:10 - 9:00PM 9/14-11/2/09 EAST Staff

NCCE 200  Healing Benefits of Photography
Prerequisite:  None
The art of photography can be therapeutic in many ways. Learn how to produce images that can enhance the healing process and bring comfort to those around us. Discussion of subject matter, color and symbolism will be included. Basic knowledge of camera use required. Cost of this seminar is $45.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43206 Healing Benefits of Photography $45 M 6:10 - 8:00PM 9/14-9/28/09 EAST M. Pope

NCCE 200  Photo Safari: Tawas Point
Prerequisite:  None
This three-day weekend field trip to Tawas Point State Park near Tawas, Michigan will focus on fall colors, landscapes/lakescapes and migrating songbirds and raptors. Instruction will include photo lectures, field trips and a brief photo critique of student images. Students are responsible for their own travel, lodging and meals. They are encouraged to bring their own camera, owner's manual and laptop computer. Visit the Tawas Point website at: michigandnr.com/parksandtrails for additional park information. Cost of this seminar is $165.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42633 Photo Safari: Tawas Point $165 FSSu ARRANGED 10/2-10/4/09 EAST   W. Pope

NCCE 200  Confident Interior Decorating
Prerequisite:  None
Gain the basic skills to stage your home with confidence! Explore the styles and techniques of interior decorating to create functional and unique living spaces for your home. Walk away with a better understanding of the principles and elements of good design and color selection, furniture selection and arrangement, window treatments, and the effective use of accessories. Cost of this seminar is $109.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43239 Confident Interior Decorating $109 F 10:10AM - 12:00PM 10/2-11/20/09 EAST C. Johnson

NCCE 200  Express the Feminine Identity
Prerequisite:  None
Georgia OKeefe, Mary Cassalt, and you! Generations of women have expressed life experiences from their perspective through art. Explore the work of contemporary and historical women artists. Let your own creativity flourish as you integrate art and personal experiences that combine to create your own unique visual legacy. Some materials provided. Cost of this seminar is $139.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42621 Express the Feminine Identity $139 F 2:00 - 4:00PM 10/2-11/6/09 EAST A. Summit

NCCE 600  Citizen's Guide to the Law
Prerequisite:  None
Gain an understanding of the five basic areas of law - Constitutional, Property, Contracts, Criminal, and Torts - and realize more fully how these principles affect you and your family. Give yourself the tools to be a more informed and effective citizen, consumer, and community member. Cost of this seminar is $90.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43212 Citizen's Guide to the Law $90 w 6:10 - 8:30PM 9/16-10/14/09 EAST Staff

NCCE 700  On the Ball
Prerequisite:  None
Check out one of the leading fitness trends - stability ball exercise. This fun and exciting class combines circuit style training with body weight exercise for a complete total-body workout that will leave you feeling refreshed. This class is a great introduction to exercise for beginners, but will also challenge those looking to add a little spice to their current routine. Students must provide their own stability ball. Cost of this seminar is $55.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43213 On the Ball $55 R 6:10 - 8:00PM 9/10-10/1/09 EAST K. Hubbard

NCCE 700  Living with Loss & Grief
Prerequisite:  None
There is help to cope with loss and grief. Learn valuable tools to help you or someone close to you find ways to live with loss. In part one, we will address skills needed to rebuild your life using various strategies such as confidence building practices and decision making skills. We will discuss how to develop a support system for you or your friend that is useful. In part two, we will examine what is helpful for bereaved people, what to do and say initially as well as what to do and say over time. Lastly, we will attempt to define what NOT to do and say to assist those suffering a significant loss. Cost of this seminar is $35.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43214 Living with Loss & Grief $35 S 1:00 - 3:30PM 10/3-10/10/09 EAST L. Hilliker

NCCE 700  Heart Healthy Cooking
Prerequisite:  None
Do something for yourself! Commit to end this year by actually keeping your New Year's Resolution to eat better! Learn from an expert how to plan, shop, and cook your way to a healthier life style! Cost of this seminar is $42.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43215 Heart Healthy Cooking $42 M 6:10 - 9:00PM 10/5-10/12/09 EAST Apostolos

NCCE 700  Healthy in a Hurry!
Prerequisite:  None
Do something for yourself! Commit to end this year by actually keeping your New Year's Resolution to eat better! Learn from an expert how to plan, shop, and cook your way to a healthier life style! Cost of this seminar is $42.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43216 Healthy in a Hurry! $42 M 6:10 - 9:00PM 10/19-10/26/09 EAST Apostolos

NCCE 700  Intro to Weight Management
Prerequisite:  None
Whether you've been wanting to lose weight for a while or you just don't want to gain the typical 15 pounds over the holiday season, this class is the perfect jump start for you. This introductory course will discuss how simple lifestyle and behavior modifications can help you manage your weight. We will apply the latest research in emotional and mindless eating to give you a better understanding of the difference between psychological hunger and physiological hunger. Combined with a discussion of the key principles of nutrition and exercise, you will walk away with lots of tips and expert information to help you drop those pounds. Cost of this seminar is $55.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43217 Intro to Weight Management $55 R 6:10 - 8:00PM 10/29-11/19/09 EAST K. Hubbard

NCCE 800  Women and Leadership
Prerequisite:  None
This program meets once a week for six weeks and focuses on fostering leadership skills. It will include speakers, group discussion and assistance in pursuing individual goals. Participants will lean about leadership experiences and opportunities, explore multiple leadership techniques and develop an understanding of community responsibility in supporting leadership advancement for women. This program will also address overcoming obstacles t build personal and professional success. Cost of this seminar is $59.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
43226 Women and Leadership $59 W 5:30 - 7:30PM 9/16-10/21/09 HHS 022   M Wygnal

NCCE 800  Concealed Weapon License
Prerequisite:  None
This program complies with requirements of: PA 372 of 1927 Sec. 5J2(b) as amended by PA 381 of 2000 and PA 1217 of 2002, Sec. 5J. It covers firearm safety, defensive shooting, firearms and the law, use of deadly force strategies for home safety, and responding to a violent confrontation. The class will be held at the Capital Region International Airport Range at 4100 Capital City Blvd. in Lansing. Cost of this seminar is $130.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42635 Concealed Weapon Lic $130 S 8:00AM - 6:00PM 9/12/09 CRIA Staff
42637 Concealed Weapon Lic $130 S 8:00AM - 6:00PM 10/3/09 CRIA Staff
42639 Concealed Weapon Lic $130 S 8:00AM - 6:00PM 11/7/09 CRIA Staff

NCCE 800  Concealed Weapon Renewal
Prerequisite:  None
This program is taught in conjunction with the Concealed Weapon/Concealed Pistol License Certification class. Students will fill the requirements to renew their existing license. The class will be held at the Capital Region International Airport Range at 4100 Capital City Blvd. in Lansing. Cost of this seminar is $42.
CRN CLASS FEE DAY TIME DATES LOCATION INSTRUCTOR
42636 Concealed Weapon Renew $42 S 8:00-11:00AM 9/12/09 CRIA Staff
42638 Concealed Weapon Renew $42 S 8:00-11:00AM 10/3/09 CRIA Staff
42640 Concealed Weapon Renew $42 S 8:00-11:00AM 11/7/09 CRIA Staff


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