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Potomac State College of West Virginia University will again be offering various special interest courses for Fall 2010. These courses earn students one credit hour at the flat rate of $95. Please keep checking back as the course schedule evolves.
Please click here for a Guest Application and Registration Form FA10.
HORT 293J Stepping Into Grapes and Grains
Learn the fundamentals of fermentation, what grapes and fruits are available, what wine is, and the difference between lagers and ales. This workshop will explore and develop the basic knowledge and skills the participants need to establish their own home production of wines and beers. Participants must be 21 years of age or older.
Instructors: Donna Ballard and Tom Sydow
Schedule: Thursdays, every other week,
Course meets September 16, September 23, October 14, October 28, and November 11.
Time: 6 to 8:45 PM
Location: Agriculture Technology Building, Room 105
HTOR 162 Topics in Fine Dining
Practices associated with fine dining are studied. Topics and activities include the preparation and presentation of gourmet foods, table preparation, and serving procedures.
Instructor: Chef Thomas Vieli
Schedule: Thursdays, every other week
Course meets September 30, October 7, October 21, November 11, and November 18.
Time: 6 to 8:45 PM
Location: Agriculture Technology Building, Room 100
HTOR 293 Power Grilling
Learn the techniques of a grill master by enrolling in "Power Grilling." Topics will include knowing the difference between grilling and barbequing; preparing various cuts of meat, fish, and vegetables; temperature and time recommendations; sauces and marinades, and a whole lot more. Chef Thomas Vieli will be directing the new addition to our special interest courses.
Instructor: Keith Lewis
Schedule: Thursdays, August 26 to September 23
Time: 6 to 8:45 PM
Location: Agriculture Technology Building, Room 100
PE 153 Yoga for Fitness
Recommended for students with previous yoga practice, this section of Yoga for Fitness will help fine tune your practice of basic and more challenging poses. There will be an emphasis on building a combination of strength, flexibility and balance. This class will also help increase energy and focus with the introduction of advanced breathing techniques. The pace of this class will be moderate.
Instructor: Elizebeth Lanigan
Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 21 to October 21
Time: 7:30 to 8:45 PM
Location: Administration Building, Room B11
PE 293 Pilates
Pilates is a non-impact system of exercise that concentrates on the muscles of the abdomen and spine. We will strengthen, tighten, and lengthen the muscles while protecting the lower back. In addition, we will couple fluid movement with the breath, reducing stress and tension. This course will eliminate stress on the joints, making it safe, versatile, and effective for all ages and fitness levels.
Instructor: Elizebeth Lanigan
Schedule: Thursdays, September 23 to December 2
Time: 6 to 7:15 PM
Location: Administration Building, Room B11
PE 293 Zumba
Zumba is a fun way to work out. Zumba blends Latin music and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program. Routines feature interval training where fast and slow rhythms are combined with resistance training so as to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. So, ditch the workout and join the party.
Instructor: Elizebeth Lanigan
Schedule: Tuesdays, September 21 to November 30
Time: 6 to 7:15 PM
Location: Administration Building, Room B11
ART 293R Scrapbooking
Learn the basics and more of scrapbooking. Save your family's memories through scrapbooking for this and future generations. During the five weeks, learn about color, embellishments, journaling and layouts -- simple and quick. A special project will be completed at the end of the session plus ways to make cards using scrapbook techniques.
Instructor: Corrie Humbertson
Schedule: Wednesdays, September 29 to October 27
Time: 5:30 to 8:15 PM
Location: Science Hall, Room 120
THET 293 The Golden Age of Broadway
"My Fair Lady," "Oklahoma!" "West Side Story," "Guys and Dolls," "Camelot," "South Pacific," "The Music Man," and so many more -- what made these shows stand out? The history and evolution of this unique form, the American musical theatre, will be illustrated by anecdotes, photos and analysis of music and lyric styles, enhanced by live performance of the songs that epitomized the American musical in its heyday.
Instructor: Ellen McDaniel-Weissler
Schedule: Thursdays, September 30 through October 28
Time: 7:00-9:20 PM
Location: Church McKee Room 201
Revised: 08/11/2010
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