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SPRING 2014
LEARN DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY
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GET FIT WITH YOGA
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NAVIGATE YOUR RETIREMENT
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UNM-Los Alamos Community Education­| Spring 2014 1
Inspire Yourself!
At Community Education at UNM–Los Alamos, we offer non-credit courses in a
broad range of areas, including personal enrichment, professional development
and workforce training, enrichment programs for younger students, and custom
training. Our offerings emphasize short term classes taught by experienced
educators and passionate professionals. So inspire yourself­and share our
passion—enroll in a Community Education course today!
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
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ACTIVITY — We offer classes in yoga, Pilates, racquetball,
Tai Kwon Do, and more. Stay fit for the New Year!
KNOWLEDGE — Our offerings in languages, history, literature,
and earth skills will carry you through winter and beyond.
TRANSITIONS — Considering heath care or college?
Our classes can help you prepare for these changes.
ARTS — From digital photography to pop-up cards, our classes
will engage your hands, your eyes, your mind and your spirit.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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Give your career a boost by learning new computer, office or
classroom skills.
OUR INSTRUCTORS
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Learn from the best. Our instructors bring experience,
scholarship and expertise to the classroom.
REGISTRATION15
There are 4 ways to register: by fax, phone, in person, or online!
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At UNM-LA, we offer...
Classes for everyone!
Individuals
can make new acquaintances and learn something new at the same time.
Write that novel you’ve always wanted to, take a class in pottery or improve your digital photography
skills. Lifelong learning has no boundaries. So try something new! You never know what hidden talent
you might discover. Explore our schedule and bring a friend to class!
Families
can spend time together by enrolling in Community Education courses as a
group. Consider reading the Iliad, making hand-made paper, creating pop-up cards or practicing yoga
together. These classes and others will enrich knowledge and develop skills for parents and children
alike, and will model learning as a shared activity. Explore our class schedule—and don’t forget to ask
about family discounts!
Educators can find the support and training they need through Community Education’s
new professional development courses for teachers. This spring we are offering courses in
Differentiated Instruction, Technology in the Classroom, and Preparing the Professional Development
Dossier. Each class is taught by an academic or technology specialist in the field of professional
development for educators. Explore our class schedule—and don’t forget to ask about how to earn
professional development and academic credit for these classes!
Retirees
can gain information to help them plan for the future. From investments to health
care, we offer classes that can help you plan for the post-professional decades. Retirement is also the
time to explore new areas and gain new knowledge. We offer courses in literature, languages, history
and the arts taught by academic scholars and practicing professionals. Explore our class schedule—
and don’t forget to ask about our discounts for multiple courses!
Don’t see what you want? Call us to arrange Custom Training
or suggest a class topic! 505 663 3410.
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Enrichment Classes
The new year provides the opportunity to begin new projects, set
new goals, renew commitments. Use this time to gain physical
flexibility, mental agility, linguistic ability. From Pilates to basketry,
healthcare to Homer, our enrichment classes can open new avenues
for growth, expression and knowledge.
Our bodies are our gardens—
our wills their gardeners
-William Shakespeare
EZ Yoga
CE: L1107 | CRN: 30179
Generate well-being and health wherever you
are! In this class, stretching, breathing, and
meditating are performed without strain or pain.
Many of the exercises can be done from a chair,
ideal for an office setting at work and for senior
citizens. Also offered as credit PENP 193 (1 cr. hr.)
Yoga (Kundalini)
CE: L1108 | CRN: 30001
Perform breathing, stretching, movement, and
meditation combined in a powerful and energizing workout. with relaxation at the end of each
session. Also offered as credit PENP 165 (2 cr.
hrs.)
Jan 22 – May 14 | W 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Siri Khalsa | RM: 631 | $175.00
Feb 05 – Apr 02 | W 2:00 PM – 3:55 PM
Siri Khalsa | RM: 631 | $125.00
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T’ai Chi Ch’uan
Instruction in the basic skills, blocks, strikes and
kicks of Tae Kwon Do. Students are encouraged
to wear comfortable clothing. Also offered as
credit PENP 132 (2 cr. hrs.)
Class Location: Los Alamos Middle School Gym.
Tai-Chi Ch’uan is the ancient Chinese martial art
of meditation in movement, harmonizing internal energy and physical action. Also offered as
credit PENP 130 (1 cr. hr.)
Wear comfortable clothing.
Jan 25 – May 10 | S 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Robert Geoffrion | LAMS gym | $150.00
Feb 10 – Apr 07 | M 5:30 PM – 6:50 PM
Dale Wenberg | RM: 631 | $149.00
Intermediate Iyengar Yoga Session 1
Alpine Skiing Beginning
Intermediate level yoga in the Iyengar Yoga style.
Students will use props and be assisted by the
instructor to deepen poses and encourage deeper and faster release. Wear comfortable clothing.
Hit the slopes and experience the ultimate
adventure! In this three-day course, students
will learn to ski introductory and beginner terrain while appreciating winter in the mountains
of northern New Mexico. Wear clothing suitable
for changing weather conditions, including hats,
gloves and sunglasses/goggles, and enjoy this
fun and social outdoor sport. Also offered as
credit PENP 193 (1 cr. hr.)
Equipment rental and ski lift fee of $90 payable
directly to Pajarito Mountain Ski Area in addition
to the course fee.
CE: L1166 | CRN: 30252
CE: L1125 | CRN: 30253
Jan 21 – Mar 11 | T 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Laurel Conner | RM: 631 | $85.00
Intermediate Iyengar Yoga Session 2
CE: L1126 | CRN: 30254
Intermediate level yoga in the Iyengar Yoga style.
Students will use props and be assisted by the
instructor to deepen poses and encourage deeper and faster release. Wear comfortable clothing.
Mar 25 – May 13 | T 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Laurel Conner | RM: 631 | $85.00
Beginning Iyengar Yoga Session 1
CE: L1110 | CRN: 30129
Beginning level yoga in the Iyengar Yoga style.
Students will use props and be assisted by the
instructor to deepen poses and encourage deeper and faster release. Wear comfortable clothing.
Jan 23 – Mar 13 | R 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Laurel Conner | RM: 631 | $85.00
Beginning Iyengar Yoga Session 2
CE: L1111 | CRN: 30130
Beginning level yoga in the Iyengar Yoga style.
Students will use props and be assisted by the
instructor to deepen poses and encourage deeper and faster release. Wear comfortable clothing.
CE: L1158 | CRN: 30004
CE: L1160 | CRN: 30181
Enrichment
Beginning Tae Kwon Do
Jan 10 – Jan 12 | F, Sa, Su 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Melissa Balice | Pajarito Ski Basin | $129.00
Beginning Pilates, Session I
CE: L1184 | CRN: 30257
This class will teach the language and basic
principles of the Pilates Method to develop an
understanding of why Pilates is so effective.
The class will also teach some classical beginning mat exercises. You will learn how to gain
maximum benefit from workouts and to better
understand the mind-body connection. Pilates
will help you do whatever you do better, allowing
you to build long, lean muscles from the “inside
out”. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothing.
Feb 05 – Mar 12 | W 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Mary Lutes | RM: 631 | $90.00
Mar 27 – May 15 | R 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
Laurel Conner | RM: 631 | $85.00
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Beginning Pilates, Session II
Science and the Popular Imagination
This class will teach the language and basic
principles of the Pilates Method to develop an
understanding of why Pilates is so effective.
The class will also teach some classical beginning mat exercises. You will learn how to gain
maximum benefit from workouts and to better
understand the mind-body connection. Pilates
will help you do whatever you do better, allowing
you to build long, lean muscles from the “inside
out”. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothing.
Why are Einstein and Curie famous? Why do
sci fi heroes carry ray guns? In this course we’ll
investigate the public perception of science in
early twentieth century America, particularly
the physical sciences, through lectures and discussions. We’ll read primary sources and learn
how radiation, relativity, and quantum mechanics were reflected in the politics, literature, and
medicine of the period. For more information, see
the course website at https://sites.google.com/
site/histsciunmla/.
CE: L1185 | CRN: 30258
Mar 26 – Apr 30 | W 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Mary Lutes | RM: 631 | $90.00
Racquetball: Basic Principles
CE: L1186 | CRN: 30262
This class will emphasize basic racquetball skills,
including strokes, serves, offensive & defensive
shots, footwork/movement fundamentals, and
strategies. The course will provide opportunities
for singles & doubles play. Additional court fee
of $20 will apply and is payable directly to the
LAYMCA on the first day of class.
Feb 06 – Mar 13 | R 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Gary Mazaroff | RM: LAYMCA | $139.00
What’s past is prologue
-William Shakespeare
Introduction to the History of
Technology
CE: L483 | CRN: 30273
How did steam engines change society? What
was it like to live during the Industrial Revolution? In this class, we’ll spend four class sessions
learning about and discussing the interconnections of technology and society as it developed
during the modern era. For more information, visit
the course website at https://sites.google.com/
site/histsciunmla/. Bring a brown bag dinner to
class if desired.
Apr 03 – Apr 24 | R 5:30 PM – 7:00PM
Aimee Slaughter | RM: 606 | $79.00
CE: L472 | CRN: 30261
Apr 01 – Apr 22 | T 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Aimee Slaughter | RM: 606 | $85.00
Crossing Borders: History of
Immigration Between U.S. and Mexico
CE: L484 | CRN: 30274
With the current immigration debate focused
so heavily on people from Mexico entering the
United States, it’s easy to forget that there was a
time when people from the United States rushed
to immigrate into Mexico. How has immigration
between the United States and Mexico changed
over time? Join Raffi Andonian for three informative and lively conversations on this topic.
Apr 16 – Apr 30 | W 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Raffi Andonian | RM: 606 | $45.00
Ancients Alive — Homer’s Iliad
CE: L456 | CRN: 30263
Ancients Alive Series: Homer’s Iliad. Rage, black
and murderous, that inflicted incalculable pain
and sent countless souls to their deaths--thus
begins this timeless story about war, heroism,
friendship, humanity, and what one should ultimately pursue in life. Rediscover this classic or
experience it for the first time in a seminar-style/
book-club format. Please order the Iliad and read
the first three books before the first meeting. Visit
bit.ly/unmlaclassics for more information.
Apr 14 – May 08 | MR 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Hans-Peder Hanson | RM: 628 | $35.00
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Brazilian Portuguese Language
and Culture
CE: L842 | CRN: 30259
Participants will learn about the Brazilian Portuguese language and culture through brief,
informative texts, including short stories and
songs. Final class features sampling of homecooked Brazilian Portuguese foods.
Apr 17 – May 08 | R 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Cynthia Bell dos Santos | RM: 610 | $85.00
French for Travelers 1
Spanish for Travelers 1
CE: L834 | CRN: 30199
Hola! In this six-week course we will learn the
language basics for visiting a Spanish-speaking
country. Practice greetings, asking questions,
and learn important phrases to be used at the
airport, while shopping, or for health related
matters.
Feb 06 – Mar 13 | R 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Renae Mitchell | RM: 606 | $79.00
Look deep into nature and you
will understand everything
better -Albert Einstein
Enrichment
Language is the road map
of a culture -Rita Mae Brown
Primitive Survival Shelters
CE: L838 | CRN: 30260
Bonjour! In this six-week course we will learn the
language basics for visiting a French-speaking
country. Practice greetings, asking questions,
and learn important phrases to be used at the
airport, while shopping, or for health related matters.
Feb 04 – Mar 11 | T 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Renae Mitchell | RM: 606 | $79.00
CE: L482 | CRN: 30272
In this 5 hour course, students will learn how to
construct and maintain a survival shelter. The
class will meet in the classroom for the first 30
minutes and then move to the field for shelter
building activities. Students should bring a notebook, pen, hand saw, and gloves.
May 03 | S 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Rourke McDermott | RM: 606 | $45.00
Earth Living Skills 101
CE: L481 | CRN: 30271
In this 3 hour course, students will learn about
the 4 sacred wisdoms of survival, survival concepts and methods, essential items to carry into
the wilderness, and steps to follow in a survival
situation. The class will also include instruction
on how to set up a long-term survival camp. Students should bring a notebook and pen.
May 03 | S 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Rourke McDermott | RM: 606 | $25.00
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Change in all things is sweet
-Aristotle
Transitions in education
Financial Literacy for Teens
CE: L480 | CRN: 30251
Primitive Fire Making
CE: L469 | CRN: 30270
In this 3 hour course, students will learn all the
steps for making, maintaining, managing and
transporting a primitive fire. The class will include
instruction in how to select and prepare an area
for fire and how to craft primitive fire-making
tools. The class will meet for 30 minutes in the
classroom and then move to an outdoor location
on campus for tool and fire-crafting activities.
Students should bring a notebook and pen, plus a
sharp non-folding knife, hand saw, small hatchet
(if available) and gloves.
Mar 22 | S 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Rourke McDermott | RM: 606 | $25.00
This seven hour project-based curriculum will
help students develop the financial skills necessary to make, manage, multiply and protect their
hard-earned money. The student book and curriculum are correlated to the national standards
set forth by the Jump$tart Coalition on Personal
Financial Literacy. This course includes numerous handouts and interactive projects.
Apr 29 – May 01 | TWR 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Peter Murphy | RM: 203 | $70.00
Autism Spectrum Disorders:
Implications for Post Secondary
Transition
CE: L251 | CRN: 30265
This workshop will outline the primary deficits
seen in individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and address the implications of
these for post secondary transition - whether into
college or work. Practical suggestions will be
provided for maximizing strengths and minimizing
liabilities in social and learning styles.
Primitive Willow Baskets
Mar 13 | R 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Christine Hazard | RM: 608 | $35.00
In this two-week course, students will learn how
to weave a beautiful yet functional willow basket.
Students will also learn how to properly harvest
and prepare the willows for weaving. The first
class will meet in the classroom for 30 minutes
and then move to the field for willow harvesting.
The second class will meet in the classroom. Students should bring a notebook, pen, gloves, and a
sharp non-folding knife, garden pruners or snips.
Preparing for the ACT
CE: L136 | CRN: 30269
Mar 15 – Mar 22 | S 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Rourke McDermott | RM: 606 | $65.00
If you are college bound, you will probably be
required to take the ACT. Taking this course will
prepare you for the test, teach you how to analyze each question type, and provide practice on
actual ACT tests. Topics include: effective word
usage, grammar, and reading comprehension for
the verbal sections; techniques for the science
reasoning section; and basic and advanced math
concepts (including fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, proportions) plus algebraic and
geometric concepts for the math section.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Most courses run for 7 weeks, but may be
longer depending on content
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $90.00
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If you are college bound, you will probably be
required to take the SAT. Taking this course will
prepare you for all of the question types on the
SAT and teach you how to analyze each of the
test question areas. You will practice on actual
SAT tests from previous years, and be provided
with full explanations and interpretations for
correct and incorrect answers. Topics include
effective word usage, grammar, and reading
comprehension for the verbal sections; techniques for the science reasoning section; and
basic and advanced math concepts (including
fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, proportions) plus algebraic and geometric concepts for
the math section.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Most courses run for 7 weeks, but may be
longer depending on content
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $90.00
Preparing for the SAT/ACT
If you are college bound, you will probably be
required to take the ACT, SAT, or both. This course
will prepare you for all question types found on
these tests, with special consideration to math
and verbal refreshers, as well as tips for relieving test-taking anxiety. You will practice on actual
tests from previous years, and review explanations and interpretations of correct and incorrect
answers.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Most courses run for 7 weeks, but may be
longer depending on content
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $150.00
Law School Prep Course
Offered through the Center for Legal Studies, this
class will successfully prepare students for the
MBA entrance exam. You will learn techniques
for tackling all problem types, build skills for
reading comprehension, sentence corrections,
critical reasoning questions, and analytical writing, and learn specific time saving techniques
while practicing on actual GMAT tests from previous years.
Preparing for the GMAT
Offered through the Center for Legal Studies, this
class will successfully prepare students for the
MBA entrance exam. You will learn techniques
for tackling all problem types, build skills for
reading comprehension, sentence corrections,
critical reasoning questions, and analytical writing, and learn specific time saving techniques
while practicing on actual GMAT tests from
previous years.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Most courses run for 7 weeks, but may be
longer depending on content
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $250.00
Enrichment
Preparing for the SAT
Preparing for the GRE
Offered through the Center for Legal Studies, this
course will ensure that you do your best on the
graduate entrance exam! Our course prepares
you for the analytical writing and verbal sections
and for the quantitative section, including math
review and techniques for tackling data interpretation questions. We’ll also show you we show
you how to do your best on the three types of
questions in the verbal section while practicing
on GRE tests from past years.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Most courses run for 7 weeks, but may be
longer depending on content
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $250.00
Preparing for the LSAT
This course provides an overview of law school
entrance procedures, a career in law, and
law school survival techniques. It includes an
intensive review of reading comprehension and
logical reasoning questions as well as instruction
in proven test taking techniques. You will also
learn the outline format that law school admissions counselors favor for the writing sample.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Most courses run for 7 weeks, but may be
longer depending on content
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $250.00
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Most courses run for 7 weeks, but may be
longer depending on content
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $300.00
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Transitions beyond the Classroom
Affordable Health Care Act
Passport to Retirement
This class will cover four main areas: 1. The law
as we understand it today; 2. How you may be
affected by Obamacare; 3. The timeline for implementation; 4. what you must do to comply with the
Affordable Health Care Act.
CE: L438 | CRN: 30177
This course introduces concepts and practices
that will help you gain control of your finances
and enjoy a comfortable retirement based on
wise money management. Attendees will identify
lifestyle issues and learn important information
about investments, Social Security, and retirement plans. This course will show you how to
protect your assets from erosion due to inflation
and the possible cost of long-term care. The
information you learn at Passport to Retirement
can pay dividends for the rest of your life.
Apr 15 – Apr 17 | TWR 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Peter Murphy | RM: 203 | $70.00
Retirement Income
CE: L478 | CRN: 30249
This course introduces concepts and practices
that will help attendees make the most of their
retirement assets. Attendees will learn how to:
assess their current financial and income sources; understand alternative distribution rules;
develop an investment strategy; and prepare for
the unexpected. The registration includes a colorful 20 page workbook that includes sections for
calculating Net Cash Flow and Net Worth.
Mar 25 | T 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Peter Murphy | RM: 606 | $35.00
CE: L479 | CRN: 30250
Mar 27 | R 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Peter Murphy | RM: 606 | $30.00
Creativity requires the courage
to let go -Erich Fromm
Beginning Digital Photography
CE: L118 | CRN: 30104
This course will cover the basics of digital photography. You will learn about shutter speed,
aperture, file formats, color spaces, white balance, ISO, and how they influence the image. You
will apply what you learn to landscape, portrait,
and macro photography. Previous experience in
photography is not required for this course. A
memory stick or card reader is recommended but
not required.
Feb 10 – Apr 21 | M 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Jim Caffrey | RM: 638 | $140.00
Drawing, Watercolor &
Acrylic Marathon!
CE: L123 | CRN: 30279
This course educates attendees on the two
largest retirement entitlement programs: Social
Security and Medicare. You will gain a basic
understanding of options for maximizing benefits
based on individual needs and desires. We will
clarify options and provide examples to create
better understanding. This is an interactive class
and participation from students makes the class
especially worthwhile for attendees.
Prepare to enjoy your 8 week ‘blended journey’
from Drawing through Watercolor to Acrylic, as
we investigate how to capture what inspires you
most. The class teaches tools such as the ‘Color
Wheel’ and how to use Hue, Value, Intensity,
Tint, Tone, and Shade. We will also consider the
impact of line/edge, shape/space, composition,
light/shadow, and the ‘gestalt’ of a piece. This
class will work for a range of individual skill and
knowledge levels. You may also take the class
as one or more single sessions, as listed below.
No class meeting March 17th. Supply cost not
included in tuition.
Mar 1 | S 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Peter Murphy | RM: 606 | $45.00
Feb 17 – Apr 14 | M 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Diane Garrett-Smith | RM: 614 | $175.00
Understanding Your Social
Security & Medicare
CE: L439 | CRN: 30126
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CE: L322 | CRN: 30268
In this class, students will explore a variety of
photography methods with an emphasis on framing and angles. Students will also learn how to
improve their photos by using basic Photoshop
methods such as color correcting and cropping.
Students may bring their own camera, including
all cables, to class.
Drawing
Feb 04 – Mar 11 | T 3:45 PM – 5:45 PM
Nicole Kliebert | RM: 638 | $135.00
Prepare to enjoy a 2-week journey through
Drawing, as we investigate how to capture what
inspires you most. The class teaches tools such
as the impact of line/edge, shape/space, composition, light/shadow, and the ‘gestalt’ of a piece.
This class will work for a range of individual skill
and knowledge levels. Supply cost not included
in tuition.
Pop-up Cards
CE: L133 | CRN: 30280
Enrichment
Digital Photography for Teens
CE: L137 | CRN: 30276
Learn how to create pop-up cards, from simple
pull tabs to more intricate designs. This course
will give you the basic skills needed to create
pop-up features that will delight all ages! For
adults and students over the age of 15.
Feb 17 – Feb 24 | M 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Diane Garrett-Smith | RM: 614 | $59.00
Apr 02 | W 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sequoia Edwards | RM: 614 | $39.00
Watercolor
Papermaking Workshop Session 1
Prepare to enjoy a 3-week journey through
Watercolor, as we investigate how to capture
what inspires you most. The class teaches tools
such the ‘Color Wheel’ and how to use Hue, Value, Intensity, Tint, Tone, and Shade. We will also
consider the impact of line/edge, shape/space,
composition, light/shadow, and the ‘gestalt’ of a
piece. This class will work for a range of individual skill and knowledge levels. No class meeting
March 17th. Supply cost not included in tuition.
This workshop will teach you how to make your
own handmade paper! You will also learn techniques for creating images on the paper and how
to make your own papermaking screens. Use of
recycled and plant materials for this process
will also be covered. Bring a sack lunch! An
additional fee of $32 for supplies payable directly
to the instructor will be due at the start of the
workshop.
CE: L134 | CRN: 30266
CE: L130 | CRN: 30182
Mar 03 – Mar 24 | M 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Diane Garrett-Smith | RM: 614 | $79.00
Mar 07 | F 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ginny Hogan | RM: 614 | $125.00
Papermaking Workshop Session 2
CE: L135 | CRN: 30267
Acrylics
CE: L131 | CRN: 30281
Prepare to enjoy a 3-week journey through
Acrylic, as we investigate how to capture what
inspires you most. The class teaches tools such
the ‘Color Wheel’ and how to use Hue, Value,
Intensity, Tint, Tone, and Shade. We will also
consider the impact of line/edge, shape/space,
composition, light/shadow, and the ‘gestalt’ of
a piece. This class will work for a range of individual skill and knowledge levels. Supply cost not
included in tuition.
This workshop will teach you how to make your
own handmade paper! You will also learn techniques for creating images on the paper and how
to make your own papermaking screens. Use of
recycled and plant materials for this process will
also be covered. Bring a sack lunch! An additional fee of $32 for supplies payable directly to the
instructor will be due at the start of the workshop.
Mar 08 | Sa 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ginny Hogan | RM: 614 | $125.00
Mar 31 – Apr 14 | M 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Diane Garrett-Smith | RM: 614 | $79.00
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Professional Development
From office to classroom, we offer courses that can help you improve
your performance and learn new skills. Many courses are eligible for
tuition assistance through the Job Training Incentive Program and
some allow you to earn CEUs.
Office Skills
Skills for Educators
Introduction to Project Management
Meeting Students Where They
Are: Understanding and Using
Differentiated Instruction
CE: L389 | CRN: 30256
This course introduces and applies the concepts,
techniques and tools of project management.
The course will introduce concepts, vocabulary,
and software, and help students understand how
to apply these tools to real-life scenarios in the
workplace. Also offered as BSTC 113 (1 cr. hr.).
Jan 21 – Feb 18 | T 6:00 PM - 8:40 PM
Victoria Erhart | RM: 639 | $115.00
Organization Skills for the Workplace
CE: L604 | CRN: 30255
This course examines techniques for organizing workplace space, homelife, and filing
systems. Students will gain an understanding of
an organizational mindset, learn how to address
organizational deficiencies, and develop an
understanding of workflow and organizational
techniques and goals. Also offered as BSTC 117
(1 cr. hr.).
Apr 08 – May 06 | T 6:00 PM - 8:40 PM
Victoria Erhart | RM: 627 | $115.00
Computer Skills - Microsoft Office
This semester, UNM-Los Alamos offers a rich set
of offerings in Microsoft Office skills. Short sessions focused on functional tools to apply in the
workplace make these classes the ideal solution
for your training needs. And at $39 a session, the
classes are priced to please! See a complete
schedule of topics and dates on the back page
of this catalog or go to the schedule page on our
website http://losalamos.unm.edu/communityeducation/schedule.html for more information.
CE: L250 | CRN: 30264
Participants will explore and discuss the concepts
and practices of the differentiated classroom.
Using differentiated content, assessment, performance and instruction, participants will develop
a lesson plan/unit targeted to specific standards
of their choice. Textbook (Kindle or paperback):
Gregory, Gayle H. & Chapman, Carolyn M. (2012).
Differentiated instructional strategies: one size
doesn’t fit all, 3rd edition. Corwin Press.
Apr 17 – May 08 | R 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Cynthia Bell dos Santos | RM: 608 | $119.00
Classroom Technology
and Common Core
CE: L253 | CRN: 30277
This class will assist teachers in understanding the technology standards within the CCSS
and provide ideas for implementing technology
to enrich classroom instruction. Teachers will
explore activities for various tech components
and will develop strategies for infusing technology into upcoming lesson plans. For K-12 teachers.
Mar 21 – Mar 22
F 4:00 – 6:00 PM, Sa 12:00 – 5:00 PM
CamNet | RM: 628 | $175.00
Feb 10 – Apr 23 | M, T, W 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Rosemary Maestas | RM: 306 | $39.00
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CE: L254 | CRN: 30278
This class will provide tablet literacy for teachers
at all grade levels. The course will explore various applications and provide a rubric to help in
selecting appropriate apps. Instruction will cover
the use of tablets in a variety of content areas,
including math, science, language arts and
social studies. Students will also learn about free
resources and lesson planning tools that will help
them make immediate use of tablet technology in
their classrooms.
Apr 25 – Apr 26
F 4:00 – 6:00 PM, Sa 12:00 – 5:00 PM
CamNet | RM: 628 | $175.00
Preparing the Professional
Development Dossier
CE: L252 | CRN: 30275
This class will guide teachers at all levels through
the preparation, completion and submission of
the Professional Development Dossier (PDD).
Taught by the expert staff from UNM’s Institute
for Professional Development in the Department
of Education, the class will support teachers in
assessing activities, using classroom data, and
reflecting on their teaching experience. Class
includes 3 on-campus meetings and 3 online
meetings on 1/11, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 3/1.
Jan 11 – Mar 01 | Sa 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
UNM Department of Education Institute for
Professional Development | RM: 628 | $450.00
Center for Legal Studies
UNM-Los Alamos Community Education continues to provide
expanded offerings from the nationally recognized and acclaimed
Center for Legal Studies. Courses are offered fully online and
generally run for seven weeks each, six times per year. For spring
semester, sessions begin January 13, March 10, and May 5, 2014.
Professional Development
Using Tablets in the Classroom
For more information, including registration, go to www.legalstudies.com or
contact the Center for Legal Studies at 1-800-522-7737. For additional assistance,
please contact UNM-LA Community Education at 505-663-3410 or 505-662-0346.
Mediation: Alternative Dispute
Resolution Certificate Course
This intensive course is designed to train and
qualify students to develop or participate in conflict mediation processes. Alternative Dispute
Resolution (Mediation) is geared for all professionals who are focused on “interest-based
bargaining.” This course takes the mystery out
of settlement processes and focuses on reaching reasonable solutions through both traditional
and non-traditional options. The course teaches
techniques valuable to a variety of settings and
management positions. Successful graduates of
this non-credit course will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.
Victim Advocacy Certificate Course
Upon completion of this course, participants will
be prepared to assist and support in a variety of
victim advocacy arenas, including shelters, crisis centers, hotlines, and with state and county
governments supporting victims of crime through
recovery. Course topics include legal terminology
and process, legislation regarding victims’ rights,
effects of victimization, as well as advocacy
and counseling skills. A highly useful class for a
variety of civic and social enterprises. Successful graduates of this non-credit course will be
awarded a Certificate of Completion.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $575.00
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $575.00
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Paralegal Certificate Course
Paralegalism is one of the fastest growing
careers in the country, with a predicted increase
of 28% between 2008 and 2018. This course will
provide you with comprehensive knowledge
of the American judicial system and teach you
practical skills needed to assist trial attorneys,
interview witnesses, investigate complex fact
patterns, research the law, and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation. The course
consists of two parts, Paralegal I and Paralegal
II. Those completing both parts will receive a
Paralegal Certificate of Completion from UNMLos Alamos Community Education.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $1,189.00
Advanced Paralegal Certificate Course
These advanced topics build upon the nationally acclaimed Paralegal Certificate Course and
enable students to build upon their knowledge
of law and paralegal studies with classes in
specialized facets of contemporary law. Those
who successfully complete at least six advanced
topics will be awarded a Certificate of Completion. Topics include Mediation, Bankruptcy Law,
Constitutional Law, Immigration Law, Property
Law, Water Law, and more. Prerequisite: Paralegal Certificate Course, Parts 1 and 2.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $1,650.00
Legal Secretary Certificate Course
This intensive program is designed for both
beginning and experienced secretaries who are
interested in improving their skills and working
more efficiently within the law office. Topics
include terminology, jurisdiction and venue,
ethics, and written communications, as well as
processes for filing, billing, accounting, time and
records management, word and data processing,
research, memoranda preparation, and citation
formats. Students will be exposed to actual court
documents, and job search strategies and placement possibilities will also be discussed.
Software Essentials for the Law Office
This course is designed for legal professionals
interested in improving their skills and knowledge
of commonly used computer technology and
programs within the law office. Course topics
include operating systems and peripheral devices, tracking software, database management and
control software, trial presentation and graphics
software, and more. Students will explore reallife scenarios and identify and examine ethical
issues raised by the use of technology in a legal
practice.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $729.00
Intellectual Property Law
for Engineers
The class will deal with patent applications,
research and prosecution, infringement, and
computer applications of software (protected by
copyright) and hardware (by patents). We will
also consider other concepts that are patented,
and look at issues of copyright, trademark, trade
dress, trade secrets and business methods.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $575.00
Legal Nurse Consultant
Training Course
This course provides the RN and PA with fundamental skills necessary to advise law firms,
health care providers, insurance companies,
and governmental agencies regarding medically
related issues and to appear in court as expert
witnesses. Any RN or PA interested in entering
the legal field can benefit from the education provided by this course. Successful graduates will
receive a certificate for 42 contact hours of continuing nursing education that may be applicable
towards continuing education requirements.
Graduates may also choose to sit for the Legal
Nurse Consultant Certified (LNCC) exam.
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $849.00
Session begin Jan 13, Mar 10, and May 5
Center for Legal Studies | Online | $575.00
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Laurel Conner Laurel Conner has taught
various forms of hatha yoga over thirty-six
years. In her Iyengar yoga classes, she incorporates flow, restorative yoga, breathing and
relaxation into classroom activities. She also
teaches yoga through her private practice.
Raffi Andonian Raffi E. Andonian is the
Museum Educator at the Los Alamos Historical
Society. He has worked at various historic sites
across the country, including the El Camino
Real in New Mexico. He holds a B.A. in History
and is completing his M.A. in History at the
University of New Mexico, where his concentrations are on the U.S. West and Latin America.
Raffi also holds two graduate degrees from the
University of Georgia.
Cynthia Bell-Santos Cynthia Ann Bell dos
Santos holds a Ph.D. in Educational Administration, a M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction,
and a B.A. in Education. She has been a
teacher, principal, coordinator, and university
professor. Most recently she taught English
and cultural awareness to future teachers and
translators, translated (Portuguese-English),
and revised and edited texts at the University
of Brasília.
Jim Caffrey Jim Caffrey is a professional
photographer who has taught digital photography at community colleges in the area for
many years. He also works as a photo tour
guide. Based in Jemez Springs, New Mexico
for the past thirty-five years, he spends much
of his time exploring and photographing the
hidden and unique landscapes that the Land of
Enchantment offers.
CamNet CamNet is a technology company
with a strong track record of building effective support for educational institutions and
schools. Their staff includes licensed educators with technical expertise, allowing them
to provide optimum training in technology for
effective student learning and classroom experiences. Their “Tools for Schools” program
provides comprehensive support, from start to
finish, for K-16 educational institutions.
Sequoia Edwards Sequoia Edwards earned
her BFA in ceramics and has studied, practiced and taught art for over twenty years. In
addition to her skills in the arts, Ms. Edwards
has studied theology and currently teaches
computer skills to underserved communities
across New Mexico.
Our Instructors
Our Instructors
Victoria Erhart Victoria Erhart has graduate degrees in historical theology and has
published in the social, military and economic
history of late antiquity. In addition to teaching
history and comparative religions, she also
provides instruction in business technologies
and holds an MBA. Erhart teaches for UNMLos Alamos and Strayer University.
Diane Garrett-Smith Diane was born and
raised in the Philadelphia area and began to
make art about the time she began to walk.
She has shown in numerous large juried
shows and her work has been displayed in the
Philadelphia Museum of Art and the National
Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington,
D.C. Diane currently teaches art at UNM-Los
Alamos and juries exhibitions at the Fuller
Lodge Art Center in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
Robert Geoffrion Robert Geoffrion has
over thirty years of experience teaching Tae
Kwon Do.
Hans-Peder Hanson Hans-Peder Hanson
earned his doctorate in Classics from the
University of Washington in 2009. He teaches
ancient Greek, Latin, and a variety of other
Classics courses at UNM-LA.
Christine Hazard Christine Hazard, Ph.D.
has been serving as a district psychologist with
the Los Alamos Public Schools for the past 19
years and as team leader for the district’s ASD
Resource Team for 10 years. In that capacity,
she provides assessment, program planning,
staff and parent training, and clinical services
to students on the autism spectrum.
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Our Instructors
Ginny Hogan Ginny Hogan has a home and
studio in Santa Fe, New Mexico. A self-taught
artist, her initial images were inspired by
cave and rock art made by native peoples all
over the world. Her current work reflects her
passion for water in lush inner dreamscapes
done in soft greys, blues and greens.
Gary Mazaroff Gary Mazaroff holds a
Masters degree from UNM with a focus on
sports and health. He is a member of the US
and International Racquetball Hall of Fame
and Director of Education for the International
Racquetball Federation. Mazaroff has promoted the sport of racquetball in over 30 nations.
Institute for Professional Development The Institute for Professional
Development of the UNM Department of
Education advocates for professional development models for educators that will give them
the knowledge, skills and identities to strengthen and support the learning of all students in
New Mexico. The Institute engages in projects
that create and sustain a statewide network of
resources for effective professional development of educators in K-12 settings.
Rourke McDermott Rourke McDermott has
performed numerous workshops and lecture
demonstrations of primitive wilderness skills
to youth and adults, including those given at
Valles Caldera National Preserve, Walatowa
Visitor Center at the Jemez Pueblo, Jemez
Valley Public Schools, and PEEC. McDermott’s
bachelors work is in landscape architecture
and he is currently employed in this capacity at
Valles Caldera Natural Preserve.
Siri KhalsA Siri Khalsa has taught yoga for
UNM-Los Alamos Community Education for
many years.
Nicole Kliebert Nicole Kliebert has a
masters degree in communication and teaches
media studies to teens in Los Alamos.
Mary Lutes Mary Lutes, owner of Blue Sky
Pilates, began studying the Pilates Method
10 years ago to help alleviate chronic pain.
Her love for the work led her to complete the
teaching certification program and she is now
certified in Pilates Mat and Refomer. Lutes
currently teaches group classes and private
sessions and has provided Pilates training to
the Los Alamos High School Golf Team and the
Pajarito Free Ride snowboard and ski team.
Rosemary Maestas Rosemary Maestas
is currently an adjunt professor of business
administration and data coordinator at Northern New Mexico College. She has an MBA from
the College of Santa Fe and has taught business and computer classes for over 13 years.
Renae Mitchell Renae Mitchell holds a
Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from Penn
State University with a minor in Latin American Studies. In addition to teaching language
classes, she has taught courses in non-western
literature and myth and has earned several
certificates and awards during her career.
Peter Murphy Peter Murphy is a retirement
and estate planning specialist. He currently
teaches throughout Santa Fe and Los Alamos.
A military veteran and Commanding Officer,
Murphy earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from
Wesleyan University and a Masters of Science
Degree from National Defense University in
Washington DC.
Aimee Slaughter Instructor Aimee Slaughter is completing her Ph.D. in the History of
Science, Technology, and Medicine Program
at the University of Minnesota. She also holds
a Master’s in physics and works with the Los
Alamos Historical Society.
Dale Wenberg Dale Wenberg has been
teaching T’ai-Chi Ch’uan for UNM-Los Alamos
since the spring of 2008. He trained with Grand
Master Cheng, reaching Black Belt status in
Northern Shao-Lin Kung-Fu in 1983. He has
also received training in Praying Mantis and
Hsing-I. He has extensive experience teaching
in schools and community centers.
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REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT
To register for a course, please choose one of the following options:
• By mail: Complete the form on the facing page and mail in, with payment or payment
information, to
UNM-Los Alamos Community Education
4000 University Drive
Los Alamos, NM 87544
Attn: Eileen Gallegos
Registration
Registration
Make checks payable to: UNM-Los Alamos
• By fax: Complete the form on the facing page and fax, with payment information, to
(505) 662-0344. MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover are accepted.
• By phone: Call (505) 662-0346 or (505) 663-3410 to register by phone. Please have your
course information ready, including CRN and CE numbers from the schedule. Credit card
information will be requested over the phone if you are using a credit card for payment
• In person: Visit the Community Education Office on the UNM-Los Alamos campus in
Building 7, lower level. Registration is ongoing throughout the semester. Office hours are
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We accept payment by cash, check, and
credit card (Visa, Master Card, Discover, American Express).
• Online: Use our online registration form.
Go to http://losalamos.unm.edu/community-education/registration.html
and click on the Registration tab or button. Complete all required information on the
form and submit. Please note: online payment is not currently available. We will contact
you to make arrangements to pay via mail, phone, fax, or in person.
CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS AND WITHDRAWALS
Students are encouraged to register early to ensure a place in class. If a course is cancelled
by UNM-LA, students will receive telephone notification and a full refund.
If a student withdraws up to five working days before class begins, we will issue a full refund
less a $15 processing fee. If you withdraw after this deadline, you must submit a written
request outlining your reasons for withdrawal. Late withdrawals will be reviewed and granted only for legitimate reasons. Late withdrawals are subject to a $15 processing fee. We will
also work with you to transfer your payment to a new course of your choosing. For information or refund requests, please contact the Community Education Office at (505) 662-0346 or
commed@unm.edu.
INTERESTED IN TEACHING FOR COMMUNITY EDUCATION?
If you are interested in sharing your passion and teaching a class through UNM-Los Alamos
Community Education, contact us at (505) 663-3410, or (505) 695-5797. You can view our
information for instructors on our website:
http://losalamos.unm.edu/community-education.
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UNM-Los Alamos Community Education
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Los Alamos, NM 87544
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MICROSOFT OFFICE COMPUTER CLASSES
SPRING SCHEDULE 2014
Monday
Feb. 10 –12
Tuesday
Wednesday
PowerPoint
Excel
Access
Design, Styles, Layout
Cells & Terminology
Databases, Objects
PowerPoint
Excel
Access
Feb. 17 –19
Planning & Preparing
Presentations
Editing Worksheets,
Formatting,
Conditional Formatting
Designing Tables,
Creating Forms,
Developing Relationships
PowerPoint
Excel
Access
Feb. 24 – 26
Implementing Animation 1
Formulas & Functions 1
Creating Simple &
Advanced Queries
Mar. 3 – 5
Mar. 10 – 12
PowerPoint
Excel
Access
Implementing Animation 2
Formulas & Functions 2
Creating Reports
PowerPoint
Excel
Access
Professional
Presentations
Data & Tables
Designing &
Implementing Databases
Mar. 17 – 19
Mar. 24 – 26
Mar. 31 – Apr. 2
Apr. 7 – 9
Apr. 14 – 16
Apr. 21 – 23
Spring Break
Word
Excel
Access
Document & Page Layout,
Styles 1
Pivot Tables
Databases & Objects
Word
Excel
Access
Document & Page Layout,
Styles 2
Lookups, Vlook &
Advanced ”If” Functions
Designing Tables,
Creating Forms,
Developing Relationships
Word
Excel
Access
Tables, Images,
Headers/Footers
Data and Tables
Creating Simple &
Advanced Queries
Word
Excel
Access
References & Review
Pivot Tables
Creating Reports
Word
Excel
Access
Reports
“What if” Analysis,
Custom Lists
Designing &
Implementing Databases
All classes meet 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Room 306
For more information, call UNM-LA Community Education, 505.663.3410
505-662-0346
UNM-LA Community Education:
Click on the link “For Younger Students.”
losalamos.unm.edu
http://losalamos.unm.edu/community-education
For more information, visit us on the web:
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NON-PROFIT ORG.
ECRWSS
U.S. POSTAGE
LOCAL POSTAL CUSTOMER
4000 University Drive, Los Alamos, NM 87544
Registration begins in early spring.
Our summer classes for younger students offer week long
programs in STEM-related topics for children in grades
1–12. Courses emphasize hands-on, experiential-based
learning activities taught by expert instructors on
a college campus.
PLANNING AHEAD
FOR SUMMER FUN?