Fall 2016 WaLLi Schedule Wallace State Community College Continuing Education
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WaLLi WALLACE STATE INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG LEARNERS For Lifelong Learners 50 and Older WaLLi is Wallace State Lifelong Learning Institute of Wallace State Community College. WaLLi membership is open to all who enjoy learning, making new friends, taking field trips and traveling near and far. There is no homework and certainly no tests. WaLLi is simply for the sheer joy of living. Membership in WaLLi offers a unique learning community that is life enriching, offering opportunities to engage with new people and actively participate in intellectually stimulating groups. Beyond WaLLi
study groups are a wide range of extra-curricular activities that also provide meaningful intellectual and social engagement. Events such as book discussions, volleyball, movie day, day trips, luncheons, WaLLi Eats Out and special lectures enrich the WaLLi experience. Not to mention beginning computer, genealogy and art courses. WaLLi offers a variety of membership options. Choose a membership level that best fits your lifestyle. (Wallace State gym membership is included!)
WaLLi at WSCC WaLLI is a membership program that is based on member participation and volunteerism which fuels for the success of WaLLi. This academic cooperative provides mature adults with opportunities to learn new things, make friends, travel and embrace life. Courses are taught by volunteers who share their knowledge and passions.
Besides broadening your knowledge, research has shown that adults who stay active intellectually are also healthier and more socially balanced. There are other studies that state that keeping your brain busy helps fight off effects of age on memory and perception and may possibly slow the development of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
JOIN THE FUN & REDISCOVER THE JOY OF LEARNING!
Table of Contents About WaLLi Ballroom Dancing Bargainomics Cake Decorating Calendar of Events Campus Map Computers & Technology Genealogy Painting Photography Health & Wellness Registration Form Spanish Wallace State Services WaLLi Eats Out WaLLi Luncheons WaLLi Trips Wellness Center Hours Page 2
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WELLNESS CENTER HOURS • 6:45 am to 5:30 pm, Monday & Wednesday • 6:45 am to 4:30 pm, Tuesday & Thursday • 6:45 am to 11 am, Friday WELLNESS CENTER FACILITIES • Classrooms • Gymnasiums • Weight Rooms • Assessment Room • Locker Rooms • Demonstration Kitchen
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Membership Membership Includes (per semester) • Wallace State gym membership • Unlimited free WaLLi courses (computers, genealogy, photography, dance, yoga, crafts, fitness, cooking, etc.) • Seminars from community partners • Trips, social luncheons & holiday parties, movie days • Small Groups - WaLLi Eats, WaLLi Reads, WaLLi Walking Club, WaLLi Volleyball • Free WaLLi t-shirt
Membership Benefits: Wallace State library access, fitness center membership, member interest groups, Bonus events, invitations to on-campus cultural and athletic events and discounts for services offered on campus. Membership Fee: $40 per person per semester (Fall, Spring, Summer) - or- $99 per year (August 2016 to August 2017) And – there are NO tests, NO grades, and NO mandatory class assignments!
Why Should I Join WaLLi? Being a WaLLi member offers a lot of benefits: • Intellectual, cultural and social interaction • Opportunity to increase knowledge and explore new interests where learning is fun • Bonus presentations on an unlimited variety of topics • Field Trips- visiting places of interest • Socials and special events • WSCC library card privileges • Participation in WaLLi Special Interests Groups • Meeting and enjoying peers actively involved in lifelong learning • Engagement in senior-friendly learning • Invitations to campus lectures, musical presenta-
tions and plays • Attending free weekly bonus classes on a wide variety of topics • Enjoying a warm and friendly campus environment • Taking advantage of the Wellness Center Membership • Participating in travel excursions and industrial tours • Joining member interest groups, and enjoying movie and game days • Accepting invitations to Wallace State events • Volunteering to teach, coordinate a course, or serve on a committee
Registration Tips & Program Information To allow as many members as possible to participate, we would appreciate your cooperation. • Only register for courses you plan to attend. • If your plans change, promptly contact Registration Services at 256-352-7826 to drop the course. • Register for only one course per any given day and time slot. • Only participants who are registered for the course/trip will receive communication from the WaLLi office or instructor. • Bonus Programs are open to the public; no registration needed. • Using a credit/debit card is the preferred method of payment. We readily accept cash and checks. www.wallacestate.edu/ce
CANCELLATIONS WaLLi reserves the right to cancel courses, programs, or trips as necessary due to insufficient enrollment, inclement weather, etc. If classes are cancelled for any reason, registered participants will be contacted via email and/or phone. INCLEMENT WEATHER? Check local media broadcasts or the Wallace State website for closing announcement. CLASS LOCATION All courses are held at the Wellness Center unless otherwise noted in the catalog. Locations that have multiple courses are listed here with their address. Locations that have a one-time course will be noted in the course description with its address.
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Application for Non-Credit Courses Phone: (256) 352-7826 Fax: (256) 352-7806 Post Office Box 2000 801 Main Street NW Hanceville, AL 25077
Date Student Number Date of Birth: Name: Last : Middle: First: Business Name: Address City: State: Al Zip Person to Contact in Case of Emergency: Name: Phone Number: Phone: Fax Number: Day: Evening: Email Address: Cell: Method of Payment: Enclosed is a check for $ made payable to Wallace State Community College. WIA Qualified Visa Master Card Discover American Express Credit Card # Exp. Date: Security Code (3 or 4 digit number): Name on Card: Zip Code registered with Credit Card: ___________________ Signature of Cardholder: ________________________________________ Please choose a WaLLi Membership option: Course #
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Walli Semester Membership OR Walli 1 Year Membership
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REFUND POLICY: It is our policy that NO REFUNDS will be issued one week prior to a prior to an individual class or the first class in a series. However, if we cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment, fees will be reimbursed or you may select another class to attend based on space availability. I acknowledge that I understand the refund policy. Name Date Please return form and payment to Wallace State Community College, #29 Mandi Perkins, PO Box 2000, Hanceville, AL 35077-2000 or fax to (256) 352-7806. Page 4
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Health & Wellness
Genealogy
WELLNESS CENTER USE FOR THE COMMUNITY Registration to this course provides use of the Wellness Center for the Fall Semester. YOGA Meets each Thursday at 8:30 am at Wellness Center Aerobics Room HEALTHY EATING MADE SIMPLE What we eat matters, but so do some other key things. We’ll talk about some ways to help you know how to choose healthier and we’ll cook and try alternative recipes for some of the unhealthy dishes we commonly make and buy. Date: September 8 Time: 9:30 a.m. Location: Wellness Center Kitchen HEALTHY ON A BUDGET & PREPARING HEALTHY MEALS FOR 1 OR 2 Eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive. We’ll share tips and materials to make healthy choices while staying within your budget and demonstrate some fun ways to prepare meals for 1 or 2 people. Date: October 13 Time: 9:30 am Location: Wellness Center Kitchen HEALTHY HOLIDAY STRATEGIES Your holiday gatherings can be healthy, too! We’ll have some fun and share some dishes we can all be “Thankful” for. Let’s get through the season without the average excess weight that usually comes along with this time of year! Date: November 10 Time: 9:30 am Location: Wellness Center Kitchen WALLI WALKS Date: Tuesdays, starting September 6 Time: 8:30 am Location: Wellness Center Weight Room EXERCISE CLASSES Date: Monday/Wednesday 2:30 to 3 pm, Tuesday/ Thursday 12:30 to 1 pm Location: Wellness Center Aerobics Room Instructor: Mary Leah Moss www.wallacestate.edu/ce
INTRODUCTION TO GENEALOGY Find your ancestors! Come discover your past! Learn how to trace your family history and discover where and maybe even how they lived. Find out how to search for information online and from free and not-so-free databases, the census, journals, message boards, libraries, courthouses, or military archives. Date: Wednesday & Thursday, September 7-8 Time: 5:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Basement of WSCC Library SOUTHERN GENEALOGY The adventure starts here! As you investigate your past learn the many different methods to access information. Each state categorizes their material in different ways so get a road map to help you along your path. Date: Wednesday & Thursday, September 21 & 22 Time: 5:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Basement of WSCC Library GENEALOGY AND THE COMPUTER Unlock the secrets to your past as you search the Internet for your ancestors. Learn how to navigate the many avenues on your road to discovery. Gather information on which sites are reputable and which sites to avoid. Date: Wednesday & Thursday, September 28-29 Time: 5:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Basement of WSCC Library ADVANCED GENEALOGY There’s no limit to what you can discover about your ancestors! This class will take you to the next level as you continue your discovery into your ancestor’s lives! Learn how to publish your findings for others to enjoy. Date: Wednesday & Thursday, October 12-13 Time: 5:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Basement of WSCC Library CIVIL WAR ERA GENEALOGY There’s no limit to what you can discover about your ancestors! This class will give you the basics and much more on Civil War research, North & South, soldier and civilian. Date: Wednesday & Thursday, November 9-10 Time: 5:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Basement of WSCC Library
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Special Interest FUNDAMENTALS OF CAKE DECORATING (Course I) Discover how easy and rewarding it is to decorate wonderful cakes and other desserts in this 8-hour course. You will learn all of the decorating techniques needed to create great looking cakes for birthdays or any occasion. Topics include the basics of making and coloring icing, preparing cakes, decorating techniques using appropriate tools (including the most popular border), and making a rose for a gorgeous floral cake. Supply list will be provided at first class session. Bring paper and pen for notes. Date: Tuesdays, September 6 – 27 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm (4 classes) Location: James C. Bailey Center 12th Floor CAKE DECORATING - Flowers and Borders (Course II) Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Cake Decorating Build on your skills taught in Course I to master many dramatic techniques to make your cakes unforgettable. You will learn to make new borders, to give your cakes incredible dimension with the addition of bold color flow decorations, and to create lovely new flowers using Royal icing. For the grand finale, you will make and impressive flower basket cake using the interwoven basket weave technique. Supply list will be provided upon registration. Date: Tuesdays, October 4 - 18 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm (3 classes) Location: James C. Bailey Center 12th floor
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BEGINNING BALLROOM DANCE This is a beginning level Ballroom Dance class for those who want to develop and/or improve their social dance skills. The instructor will provide instructions for steps, patterns and proper techniques, including ballroom dance floor etiquette. Three to five dances will be taught depending on class make-up and progress. Session 1 Date: Tuesdays, August 9 - September 13 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Burrow Choreography Room Session 2 Date: Tuesdays, September 20-October 25 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Burrow Choreography Room ADVANCED BALLROOM DANCING Built upon the basic course, this class is for students who know the basics and want to expand their knowledge. This course will add one or two new steps each lesson plus polishing what they already know. Session 1 Date: Tuesdays, August 9 - September 13 Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Burrow Choreography Room Session 2 Date: Tuesdays, September 20 - October 25 Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Location: Burrow Choreography Room Must have partner for ballroom dance classes.
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NOTE: All luncheons are potluck and offer a time to socialize and enjoy each other. No need to register. Luncheons will be on the 12th floor of the James C. Bailey Center.
NOTE: This is an opportunity to meet and try out new restaurants or dishes. Cost is that of the participant. No need to register.
• September 9 - Cracker Barrel, Cullman, 11 am • October 7 - To be determined by group • Halloween - Thursday, October 27, 11:00 am • Thanksgiving- Thursday, November 17, 11:00 am • November 11 -To be determined by group • Christmas - Thursday, December 8, 11:00 am
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Computers & Technology
Photography
COMPUTERS FOR SENIORS This course is for the beginner and is designed to introduce you to the computer. Basic functions of Microsoft Windows will be covered along with adjusting personal computer settings. You will also be introduced to the Internet and Email. The instructor is skilled at teaching those with little or no experience with computers. Class is limited to 12 students. Date: September 20, 22 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Computer Science Lab 9
BEGINNING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY This course is for the beginner. Time will be spent exploring the camera body (bring instruction booklet). Subjects covered are ISO, aperture, shutter speeds, manual operation, composition, lighting, and image and creative dials. Bring digital camera. Instructor, Theresa Burns Date: October 19 & 26 Time: 10 am to noon Location: Wellness Center Kitchen
ADVANCED COMPUTERS FOR SENIORS Building on the previous course, students will now learn more about the Internet and how to send emails with attachments. Microsoft Word will be covered as well. Class is limited to 12 students. Date: October 25, 27 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Computer Science Lab 9 SMARTPHONES & TABLETS The goal of this class is to help our fellow seniors get a better understanding of today’s technology. We eliminate all the confusion that smartphones represent today. You will learn how to easily operate your phone and better utilize all features. This is a handson class, so please bring your phones. Date: September 20, 22 Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm Location: Computer Science Lab 9
ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY Pre-requisite course-Intro to Digital Photography or instructor permission. This course will explore the computer of the camera. Subjects covered- Exposure compensation, computer menu, histograms, lenses, metering modes, pixels and files, elements of design. Also, capturing the best image, importing images into the computer, editing the image, sharing the image, and organizing and storing images. Bring digital camera. Instructor, Theresa Burns Date: November 2 & 9 Time: 10 am to noon Location: Wellness Center Kitchen
Language CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH On-site course Date: Mondays, September 19 – October 10 (4 Classes) Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm Location: James C. Bailey Center 511
Bargainomics BARGAINOMICS LADY Learn how to save money with the Bargainomics Lady, Judy Bates. Open to everyone. Admission is $10. WaLLi members and WSCC employees admitted free of charge. Date: October 6 Time: 11 am Location: James C. Bailey Center Auditorium Register: 256.352.7826 (WaLLi and WSCC Employees do not need to register.)
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Wallace State Services • • • •
$10 – 30 minute massage - Call 256.352.8424 $15 – Teeth Cleaning - Call 256.352.8300 $2-$12 – Dental X-rays - Call 256.352.8300 $5 – Haircuts (male or female) - Call 256.352.7819 for an appointment. • Free admission to movies, theatre performances and musicals with WaLLi card- Contact our office to RSVP for these. • Free use of WSCC Library ($25 value)
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Painting PAINT A WATERCOLOR OF YOUR HOME Local artist Laura Walker will take you through the steps of doing an 11-by-14 watercolor painting of a house. The class is open to experienced and beginner artists. Students are required to email a photo of the house they want to paint to Laura at registration and to bring that photo with them to class. Art supplies are provided, but students are encouraged to bring any brushes they already own. Class 1 Date: September 8 Time: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Location: Wellness Center Kitchen Description: In this class, Laura will show you how to trace the copy of your photo onto watercolor paper. You will learn the tricks that professional artists use when composing their paintings and getting them onto the paper in detail. Class 2 Date: September 22 Time: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Location: Wellness Center Kitchen Description: In this class, we will paint the sky, including clouds. Then we continue the background bushes and trees. You will be learning wet on wet, color, shading, dry brush, and texturing. Class 3 Date: October 13 Time: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Location: Wellness Center Kitchen Description: During this class, we will paint the house and foreground. We will work on glazing techniques, colors, wet on wet, shading and dry brush.
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OIL PAINTING OF CHRISTMAS COW Come paint this whimsical Christmas cow with local artist Laura Walker. Laura will help you paint a 16-by-20 highly textured painting of a cow, step by step. This class is open to beginners or more experienced artists. All supplies provided (including brushes). You should wear clothes that can be stained and bring brushes if you have them. Class 1 Date: October 20 Time: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Location: Wellness Center Kitchen Description: In this class, Laura Walker will help you to trace the drawing onto 16-by-20 luan, her preferred oil surface. Then we will paint the background in acrylics. This class teaches composition, transferring a drawing, layering acrylics, and detail work in acrylics. Class 2 Date: November 3 Time: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Location: Wellness Center Kitchen Description: During this class, we work on the cow. This class with focus on brush work in oil, color mixing and contrast, oil basics, and oil palette knife work. Class 3 Date: November 17 Time: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Location: Wellness Center Kitchen Description: In this class, we paint the wreath. We will be doing brush work, finishing details, as well as color mixing, shading, palette knife oil work.
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WaLLi Trips NOTE: To attend classes or trips, you must register with Mandi Perkins at 256.352.7826 or sign up at the Wellness Center. Providing your “W” number will expedite the process. BRYANT MUSEUM & STADIUM TOUR – Date to be announced
THRIFT STORE SHOPPING – October 14
OPRYLAND HOTEL & OPRY MILLS – December 2
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• Learn how to use Facebook, Twitter and Social Media • Bucket Gardening (Spring) • Beginning Chalk Painting
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Wallace State Calendar of Events - Fall-Spring 2016 Following is a list of college and community events scheduled for the Fall 2016 semester at Wallace State Community College. Note: Admission to some community events are not covered under WaLLi membership. EVELYN BURROW MUSEUM Rendezvous: 2016 Burrow Sculptors Invitational Dates: Through October 30 Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 9 am to 5 pm; Saturday, 10 am to 2 pm Admission: Free ALUMNI ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP RECRUITING DRIVE Dates: Aug. 30-31, 11 am to 1 pm Location: Student Center What: Food trucks, health fair, games CULLMAN COMMUNITY CONCERT David Burnham’s Broadway Date: Sept. 13 at 7 pm
Location: Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre Admission charged VICTIM SERVICES ON CAMPUS Representative on campus on the second Wednesday of each month Date: Sept. 14, 10 am to 2 pm Location: Heads Up Office, Student Center HEALTH FAIR Date: Sept. 27, 9 am to noon Location: Wellness Center FOOD TRUCK DAY Repicci’s Italian Ice Date: Sept. 27, 11 am to 1 pm Location: Student Center
WALLACE STATE FINE & PERFORMING ARTS “Singin’ in the Rain” Dates: Nov. 3-5 at 7 pm, Nov. 6 at 2 pm Location: Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre Christmas Extravaganza Dates: Dec. 16-17, 7 pm Location: Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre Peter and the Star Catcher Dates: March 9-12, 7 pm, March 12, 2 pm Location: Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre
Army Field Band Date: March 25, 7pm Location: Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre Elvis Show Dates: April 6-8, 7 pm Location: Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre Big Band Dance Date: April 21, 7 pm Location: Burrow Center
BOOKS ARE FUN BOOK FAIR Date: Oct. 10-12, 8 am to 5 pm Location: James C. Bailey Center Lobby COMMON READ AUTHOR GARTH STEIN The Art of Racing in the Rain Date: Oct. 19, 9:30 am Location: Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre CULLMAN COMMUNITY CONCERT Skill One Date: Oct. 25, 7 pm Location: Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre Admission charged VOLLEYBALL August 27 vs. UNA & UAH, 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm 31 vs. Lawson State, 6 pm September 21 vs. Southern Union, 3 pm 21 vs. Martin Methodist, 6 pm 28 vs. Gadsden State, 2 pm 22 vs. Point University, 6 pm October 5 vs. Snead State, 6 pm 5 vs. Wallace-Selma, 7:30 pm 13 vs. Faulkner State, 3 pm 13 vs. Andrew College, 5 pm 14-15 Wallace State Fall Bash 29-30 ACCC/Region 22 Tournament All home games are held at Tom Drake Coliseum
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3 Easy Ways to join WaLLi or Register for Courses
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MAIL Mandi Perkins P.O. Box 2000 Hanceville, AL 35077
PHONE* 256.352.7826
*Registration by phone is the preferred method for registration. Please leave a message and we will return your call as soon as possible. Thank You!
CONTACT US! Melinda Edwards
Dean of Institutional Outreach & WaLLi Program Director melinda.edwards@wallacestate.edu
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Bess Ryan
Secretary bess.ryan@wallacestate.edu 256.352.8386
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Mandi Perkins
Registration mandi.perkins@wallacestate.edu 256.352.7826
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