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Winter 2008 Programs

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PERSONAL ENRICHMENT

Love of Learning Series

Join us for a chance to learn about something new, different and intellectually stimulating in an informal lecture and discussion series. All lectures will be held in Room H204, the Geography Lab, located in Hillside Hall, second floor at 7:00 PM. Fee for each lecture: $1 at the door, telephone registration required to the Continuing Education Office at 920/683-4702

Tuesday, February 12 – The Theater of Politics
With the 2008 Presidential election in full swing, it is important to know how candidates use theatricality to present an 'image' of themselves to the American people. All too often, how the candidate presents this image is far more important in actually winning elections than the issues involved. This discussion will look at the primaries so far as well as the positioning of the major candidates for the upcoming election, and how theatricality has and will play a part in our most important choice this year.
Presenter: John Wright, Assistant Professor, Communication Arts and Theater, UW-Manitowoc

Thursday, March 13 – Beach Contamination in Manitowoc County
Beach contamination and closures have become a big problem in Manitowoc County. In this presentation we will explore the biology behind beach closings and why decisions are made to close beaches. We will also present some preliminary information on potential sources of beach contamination in the county as measured by UW-Manitowoc research students.
Presenters: Richard Hein and Rebecca Abler, Assistant Professors in Biology, UW-Manitowoc

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COURSES

Conversational Spanish for acquiring basic skills and travelers
This course will provide the participants with a basic introduction to the Spanish language, grammar, structure and culture. You will engage in classroom activities to practice phrases and dialogs dealing with everyday life situations. This class is for those with little or no previous experience in the language. Your book will be available at the first class.
8 Mondays, January 28 – March 17
6:00 – 7:15 PM
Fee: $ 75.00 includes book
Instructor: Gina Deschler, Spanish teacher and Italian native speaker

Charlamos? NEW
This class is for anyone who has some Spanish language skills, whether from our Conversational Spanish class or other experiences. This informal classroom approach will provide the opportunity to use the skills you have and build on them as you work on vocabulary, conversation and basic grammar. Enjoy our culturally changing community with improving Spanish speaking skills!
8 Mondays, March 31 – May 19
6 – 7:15 PM
Fee: $75, includes book
Instructor: Gina Deschler

Sprechen wir Deutsch! NEW
Improve your German speaking skills! This class is for anyone who has some German language skills, whether from our Beginning German class or other experiences. This informal conversational setting will provide the opportunity to use the skills you have and build on them as you work on vocabulary, conversation and basic grammar. There will be topics for each meeting, based on participant preferences.
8 Thursdays, January 31 – March 20
6 – 7:30 pm
Fee: $59
Instructor: Roland Baldwin, retired dean UW-Manitowoc and German Professor

Where in the world is Professor Helgeland? NEW
Take a trip around the world in the Geography Lab! With weekly clues, you will have the opportunity to discover where Professor Helgeland will take you in your next session. From geographical clues, historical and demographic clues and images – can you figure out where the class will go each week? Your mission (should you choose to accept it!) is to unlock the location puzzle by collecting clues about the location with each clue narrowing your search, getting closer and closer to the destination! When you get to class you will learn interesting facts about that particular location or locations. This course is appropriate for ages 9 and older. Family members or grandparents/grandchildren are encouraged to register together and discover geography! Email addresses will be helpful in receiving your clues in the days prior to the class, but not necessary.
4 Thursdays, Feb 7-28
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Fee: $25 per person or $45 for a team of 2
Instructor: Professor Catherine Helgeland, Geography and Geology

On the Trail of American Ecological Writers NEW
Living Sustainably in the Modern Age: Lessons from American Ecological Writers
“Simplify, simplify,” wrote Henry David Thoreau in 1854. Like many ecological writers, Thoreau was concerned with losing ourselves and our natural world in the vortex of modern technology. Much of what he feared has come to pass, and now concerned individuals are attempting to find new ways to live in harmony with themselves and nature. This class will discuss key ideas from ecological writers like 19th century New England ecological writers Thoreau and Ralph Waldo Emerson, as well as Wisconsin’s very own Aldo Leopold, who wrote in the early 20th century. Participants will read and discuss selected short readings, and be encouraged to write down their own reflections. [Participants in this course may also be interested in the educational travel trip to Boston in October 2008 which will include visits to Walden Pond and other sites that connect with New England ecological writers.]
Wednesdays, February 13 – March 5
6-7:30 PM
Fee: $49 per person
Instructors: Dr. Rebecca Abler, Assistant Professor of Biology, and Dr. Jessica Lyn Van Slooten, Assistant Professor of English

From Paper to Canvas NEW
Combine the art forms of drawing and painting in this class. Your completed drawing will be used as subject matter for an acrylic painting. Learn basic drawing techniques as you work on your first project, then learn how to paint with acrylics as you create your own original art. Students of all abilities are welcome in this class; those who have painted before and newcomers.
Kathie Zutz, Art teacher
Feb 21 , 28 and March 6, 13
6-8:30 pm
Fee: $65 per person, includes all supplies

Taking Better Pictures of People NEW
Do your pictures of people miss the mark? Are your subjects looking the wrong way or not looking their best? Learn how to take better portraits in this class. We will cover basics in posing individuals and small groups; discuss fundamentals of good composition and solve problems that are associated with elements of portraiture such as heads, hands, background and expression. We will also discuss your digital camera flash features. Using MS Office Picture Manager, you will learn to enhance your photos prior to printing. Prerequisite: Participants should have some camera basics and the workshop Folders, Files and Finding Things would be helpful.
2 Tuesdays, March 4 and 11
6-8 pm
Fee: $19
Instructor: Dennis Hilke – BA degree in Art, UW Stevens Point,. Dennis has worked in the field of Fine Portrait photography.

Simply Feng Shui NEW!

This course offers an approach to Feng Shui that is easy, fun and remarkably effective. You will learn everything you need to begin applying the ancient Chinese art of placement and design to your home and workplace. Course includes a brief overview, practical solutions for everyday “problems” and a how-to guide.
3 Wednesdays, April 9, 16 and 23
7:00 – 9:00 pm
Fee: $49
Instructor: Pamela Koehn is trained in the BTB school of Feng Shui, as developed by Grandmaster Professor Thomas Lin-Yun. She has been practicing in Southeastern Wisconsin for the past five years and is based in Kohler.

Scene-Shop NEW!
An invitation to build acting skills while building a show!
If you think the stage might be a place for you, here’s your chance to give it a try. Scene-Shop will introduce basic theatre terms and acting techniques while preparing a workshop production. Each rehearsal for “The Jack Tales – Folk Stories from the Blue Ridge Mountains” will begin with an acting/theater warm-up and learning session that connects to the stage work of the session. A short, informal production will be held February 15-16, 2008 in the University Theatre.
Ages: 8 to 80 – children and adults
Audition date and time: Monday, January 7 at 6:30 pm at the University Theater
Rehearsals will be scheduled for most Monday and Thursday evenings, beginning January 14, 2008
Instructor: Bev Denor, BA Humanities, Speech, Literature concentration, MA Educational Leadership, Local/Regional Theatre Director
Fee: There is no fee for this program, the Continuing Education Youth Theater Program is sponsoring this workshop production.

Upcoming: Watch for information on Stage Works – a one-day event with theatrical workshop experiences for youth to be held on Saturday, February 16, 2008

ACT Strategies
Attention: High School Juniors and Seniors!!
Nail the ACT! Your ACT score is too important for you to walk into the test unprepared. Scheduled just prior to the actual ACT, this comprehensive course begins with a pre-test that is scored and used to identify strengths and areas of need so students know exactly what to focus on during the course. Students will learn strategies in test taking; solving math problems – algebra, geometry and trigonometry; proper use of English; and analysis and interpretation of scientific research summaries. Students will master basic concepts, strategies and reasoning skills and then practice the skills under “real” test conditions. Top-notch college instructors in Math, Science, English and ACT preparation.

Dates/Times:
Saturday, March 8         8:30 am – noon Pre-test
Tues, April 1                 6-8 pm                          General Strategies and Subject specific work
Thurs, April 3                 6-8 pm                          Subject specific work
Tues, April 8                 6-8 pm                          Subject specific work
Thurs, April 10   6-8 pm                          Subject specific work

ACT test date is April 12, 2008
Remember: registering for this course DOES NOT register you for the ACT test. Go to www.actstudent.org or see your school counselor for a registration packet to register for the test. The registration deadline for the April 12th test date is March 7, 2008

Fee: $129 per student

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Foreign Film Series

Join us the second Wednesday of the month for a movie followed by an informational discussion of the issues/plot/characters. The film will be shown in the Cafeteria Lounge (Lakeside Hall) at 6:30 PM.

Fee for each film: $2.00 at the door - includes popcorn!

Wednesday, January 9: Rabbit Proof Fence (Australia)
In the 1930’s, the Australian government’s policy was to train aboriginal children as domestic workers and integrate them into white society. Three aboriginal girls are separated from their mothers and transported to a distant training school. Gracie, Daisy, and Molly make a daring escape and travel over 1,500 miles in search of the rabbit-proof fence that bisects the continent. It is a powerful true story of hope and survival.

Wednesday, February 13: Water (India)
Set against Gandhi's rise to power, Water tells the profoundly moving story of Chuyia, an Indian girl married and widowed at eight years old, who is sent away to a home where Hindu widows must live in penitence. Chuyia's feisty presence deeply affects the other residents, forcing each to confront their faith and society's prejudices.

Wednesday, March 12: Whistle Down the Wind (British)
Three youngsters come across a bearded vagrant named sleeping in their barn. Upon awakening, the ill-tempered bum takes a look at the white-eyed kids and mutters the imprecation "Jesus Christ!" In their innocence, the children assume that Arthur is Jesus Christ, and they spread the word to their friends. In truth, he is an escaped killer. But when the authorities come around looking for him, the kids, remembering Christ's persecution, do their best to protect their far-from-deserving new friend.

Wednesday, April 9: Bread and Tulips (Italian)
Rosalba, forgotten in a highway cafe, decides to find her own way home. She is a little offended that she has been forgotten by her family and has been told by her husband to stay put so, rebelling a little she finds herself hitch-hiking direct for Venice. Her adventure in Venice begins meeting strange but fascinating people. Fermo; an anarchistic florist, Grazia; a masseuse and Fernando; a waiter from Iceland that speaks his own language of Italian.

Wednesday, May 14: Blame it on Fidel (French)
Caught up in the political revolution sweeping France in the early 1970s, Anna’a parents reject the comforts of their bourgeois life and dedicate themselves full time to radical activism. This comes as a shock to their precocious nine year-old daughter, who struggles to understand her parents’ newfound ideals. Brilliantly told from Anna’s perspective, this critically-acclaimed film by Julie Gavras captures the coming-of-age moment when children realize the contradictions of adulthood and have to make their own choices.

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Diversity Circles

Diversity Circles are groups of 8-12 people meeting for 2 hours per week over a period of 4-5 weeks, during which time two trained facilitators lead each group in discussion about race, ethnicity and culture. Discussion is respectful of all views, beliefs, attitudes and cultures, intended to increase understanding, stimulate ideas and bring people together to identify current or future concerns and brainstorm solutions to those issues. Coordinated by UW-Manitowoc and UW-Extension, Diversity Circles are a tool to build and strengthen our dynamic and diverse community via education, relationship-building and community-driven initiatives.

To learn more about Diversity Circles or to join a Diversity Circle , visit www.manitowocdiversitycircles.org or contact Linda Hunter, Diversity Circles Coordinator for Manitowoc County , at linda.hunter@uwc.edu 920-905-0605

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COMPUTER TRAINING

Computers from Square One
Do you want to learn what a computer can do for you? Are you interested in exploring the Internet or e-mailing your grandchildren? This class will include basic terminology like hard drive, RAM, software, and diskette. You will learn the basics of windows, word processing, the internet and e-mail. Find out how to safely shut down the computer to avoid future problems. Come learn with us in a fun, friendly and relaxed atmosphere and you will gain confidence in your ability to use a computer.

4 classes
Mondays and Wednesdays, Jan 28, 30, Feb 4 and 6
8:30 – 10:30 am
Fee: $59.00
Instructor: Bob Larson

Folders, Files and Finding Things
Have you ever saved a file – a document or a picture – only to find out you have no idea where it was saved? If so, then it’s time to learn the important skill of file management. In this workshop you will learn how to make folders, how to copy files into these folders, and how to find them later.
Evening Session: Wednesday, February 20 6-8 pm
Morning Session: Tuesday, February 26 10-12 noon
Instructor: Kathy Palmer
Fee: $15

Microsoft Word Basics
Learn the basics of Word starting from opening the program. You will learn to create, edit, save and print documents as well as changing fonts, and page set-up and formatting. You will also learn about the help screen so you can get help when you need it.

Tuesday and Thursday, February 12 and 14
10 am – 12 noon
Fee: $30.00
Instructor: Kathy Palmer, Continuing Education Director, UW Manitowoc

MS Word Newsletters and Flyers
Participants will construct a sample newsletter using the common elements found in a newsletter or flyer. Concepts will include working in columns, inserting, resizing and moving clip art, using WordArt, and adding horizontal and vertical lines. Participants should have a basic working knowledge of MS Word and will leave with a newsletter template they have created.
Thursday, February 28
10-noon
Fee: $15.00
Instructor: Kathy Palmer, UW Continuing Education Director

MS Word Merge
Learn to use the merge function to create personalized form letters, to address envelopes and to create mailing labels. Participants should have a basic working knowledge of MS Word.
Tuesday, March 4
10:00 am – 12:00 noon
Fee: 15.00
Instructor: Kathy Palmer, UW Manitowoc Continuing Education Director

Excel Basics
Learn the basics of setting up a spreadsheet, entering data, and formatting entries and simple formulas. Participants will become comfortable with the toolbars and learn to create and print an attractive, usable document. Windows basics are helpful.
Monday and Wednesday. March 31 and April 2
8:30 – 10:30 am
Fee: $30.00
Instructor: Bob Larson, UW Manitowoc Math and Computer Instructor

Excel - Intermediate Topics
For those who have some experience in Excel. The topics to be included are: Functions, formulas organizing data and sorting data.
Mon and Wednesday, April 7 and 9
8:30 – 10:30 am
Fee: $30.00
Instructor: Bob Larson

Introduction to Windows Vista
Windows Vista is a radical departure from previous versions of Windows. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced Windows user, you won't want to miss out on everything this powerful new version has to offer. In this course, specifically designed for beginners and casual users, you'll learn to use Vista's best and most important features. At this time, the UW-Manitowoc computers are not running Vista as the operating system, however an online course is available at www.ed2go.com/uwman Classes begin every month. See a complete description of online courses in the online section of this brochure. Also available are new courses in Word 2007, Excel 2007, Access 2007, PowerPoint 2007, and Outlook 2007!!!

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EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL

NEW YORK Theatre Trip
Wednesday May 21 – Sunday, May 25, 2008
Take in the lights, the magic, the excitement, and of course the THEATRE of New York. Scheduled activities include three plays; “Curtains”, “A Catered Affair”, and one non-musical TBD by February 2008. Also included is a group tour to one of New York's many "must see" sites as well as optional excursions with our trip leaders. There will be plenty of free time to explore NY on your own.

Fee: $1779 based on double occupancy. Add $600 for single occupancy. Includes performances, tour of Manhattan, lodging at New York Marriott Hotel, located in the heart of the city, airfare, and transportation from UW-Manitowoc to Milwaukee and return. $100 non-refundable deposit necessary to hold reservation. You will receive a confirmation and payment schedule upon registration. Group Leaders: Susan Rabideau, Assistant Professor of Theatre and Communication Arts/Theatre Director, Bil Stachour, our New York City navigator, and Kathy Palmer, Director, Office of Continuing Education, UW-Manitowoc. This trip is in cooperation with UW-Fox Valley Continuing Education Office.

BOSTON….A historical perspective
Wednesday, Oct 1 – Sunday, October 5, 2008
Founded in 1630 on the Charles River, Boston is one of the oldest cities in the US. Many of Boston’s points of interest are near each other, so it’s a town that can be seen largely on foot and by using the excellent public transportation system. Join us in historic Beacon Hill with narrow cobblestone streets, elegant Federal-style architecture and flowering window boxes.

We will walk The Freedom Trail that links 16 historic sights, many of them associated with the revolution and the early days of the United States. The Beantown Trolley and Boston Harbor Cruise will take you to sights in Boston that interest you most, including the USS Constitution, Paul Revere House, site of the Boston Massacre, the Old State House, The Waterfront, Old North Church, and the Public Garden.

On their famous “midnight ride”, William Dawes and Paul Revere alerted the colonists to the British advance – we will visit Cambridge, Lexington and Concord - the cities associated with the beginning of the revolution. These two historic towns bear witness to the war for American Independence. We will also take a look at some of America’s greatest and most influential writers, where they lived and wrote - Ralph Waldo Emerson, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Louisa May Alcott, Walt Wittman, and Henry David Thoreau.

We will have a pre-trip meeting to help you plan your stay. Group leaders will be Kathy Palmer, UW-Manitowoc Continuing Education Director, and Cathy Paynter, UW-Fox Valley Continuing Education Director

Cost: $1495 based on double occupancy. Add $600 for single occupancy. Cost includes airfare, hotel, ground transportation from campus to airport and return, Trolley tour of Boston, Bus trip to Lexington and Concord. $100 non-refundable deposit is necessary to hold reservation. You will receive a confirmation and payment schedule upon registration. This trip is limited to 28 travelers – register early!!
Early Bird Rate is $1445 – register before March 1, 2008
Full description and itinerary available by calling the Continuing Education Office.

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BUSINESS TRAINING
Business Training
Training solutions tailored to fit the needs of your organization. The Continuing Education office of UW-Manitowoc can provide a variety of customized training programs. You may need training at a different time, location or have other specific organization issues that need to be addressed. Using expert presenters through UW Colleges campuses, we can offer programs in these areas:
Conflict Resolution
Behavioral Interviewing
Negotiation
Customer Service Skills
Evaluation of Training Programs
Business Communication
Contact Kathy Palmer at 920-683-4702 or email kathleen.palmer@uwc.edu
In addition, we can offer online courses for your employees at a unique website for your company and simplify student enrollment for groups. Many of our courses are for business professionals. Check out the website at www.ed2go.com/uwman Search for business, or for any subject area where you have training needs.

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ONLINE COURSES

On-Line Continuing Education Courses - Convenient, Affordable and Effective Our instructor-facilitated online courses are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. Our instructors are famous for their ability to create warm and supportive communities of learners. All courses run for six weeks (with a two-week grace period at the end). Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, supplementary links, and more. You can complete any of these courses entirely from your home or office and at any time of the day or night. These are non-credit courses. Requirements for all courses: Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.(Note: Campus computer labs are not available for these courses)

How to get started:

To see all the courses we offer, visit our Online Instruction Center: www.ed2go.com/uwman
Click the Courses link, choose the department and course title you are interested in and select the Enroll Now button. Follow the instructions to enroll and pay for your course. Here you will enter your e-mail and choose a password that will grant you access to the Classroom.
When your course starts, return to our Online Instruction Center and click the Classroom link. To begin your studies, simply log in with your e-mail and the password you selected during enrollment.

Upcoming Start Dates for all courses:
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Wednesday, May 21, 2008

Fees vary, but many course fees are $89

Call our office at 920/683-4702 if you are looking for a specific course – we may be able to offer it to you on-line!!

Online Noncredit Business Communication Certificate Program

What do most employers look for in an employee?It’s the ability to communicate effectively with others.

Instructor-led online courses begin on the second Monday of their respective months and run for six weeks, offering a minimum of six lessons per course. Interactive quizzes, assignments, tutorials, and online discussion areas supplement the lessons. All materials are available to you over the World Wide Web. Read your lessons and ask questions of your instructor at times that are most convenient to you!

All you need to get started is Internet access, an e-mail address, and Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser. Note: Campus computer labs are not available for these courses.

Enroll in one, two, or three six-week courses of your choice … OR complete all five core courses and at least one elective to earn the Business Communication Certificate. Requirements can be completed within one year. You can begin the certificate at any time.

Courses with start dates: Courses always begin the second Monday of the month:
January 14, 2008           Creating a Motivating Environment (Elective)
February 11, 2008         Understanding and Managing Conflict
March 10, 2008              Effective Business Writing
April 14, 2008                Building and Sustaining Teamwork (Elective)
The certificate courses continue in the Fall of 2008 as follows:
October 13, 2008           Leading Others Whether or Not You’re the Boss
November 10, 2008       Constructing Clear Messages
December 8, 2008         Problem Solving & Decision Making

Fees: * $89 per course, * $475 for certificate program ($59 discount)

Online Paralegal Certificate of Completion Program NEW

Gain the skills and knowledge needed to perform the basic duties of a paralegal in this six-part, non-credit Paralegal Certificate of Completion series from the University of Wisconsin Colleges. This entry-level online program provides a comprehensive overview of paralegal roles and responsibilities. By the time you finish this series, you will have a solid understanding of what activities a paralegal must perform and how to perform them.

In this series, you will learn how to:

Assist trial attorneys
Interview witnesses
Investigate complex fact patterns
Research the law
Assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation

Who Can Enroll
Anyone with a high school diploma or equivalent can enroll in this program. College experience and/or law office experience is helpful but not required. This program is recommended for those in the legal profession seeking advancement or for someone interested in a career change.

Earning the Certificate
A certificate of completion will be issued to those who complete all six courses in the series. You are free to enroll in individual classes but you will not receive a comprehensive certificate of completion until you have completed the six-course series.

This is a non-credit program and it does not lead to any type of professional certification or a degree. Although there is no current requirement in any state other than California that a paralegal have any level of professional experience or hold any type of degree, most employers prefer to hire paralegals who have experience working in a law office and/or an associate's degree, in addition to the skills and knowledge taught in this program.

Courses – Each course is six weeks
Paralegal Preparation 1
Legal Terminology, Process, Ethics, Tort and Contract Law
This course provides an overview of the American judicial system focusing on the origins of American law and the litigation process.

Paralegal Preparation 2
Legal Documents and Analysis
This course provides an overview of common legal documents. You will prepare sample documents and learn to analyze legal problems.

Paralegal Preparation 3
Evidence, Legal Interviewing and Investigation
This course provides an overview of how evidence is gathered and used in a civil case.

Paralegal Preparation 4
Legal Authority and Research
This course provides you with the skills you need to conduct legal research.

Paralegal Preparation 5
Legal Writing and Appellate Procedure
This course explains how to use computers to assist in legal research. You will practice your legal writing skills by preparing a sample appellate brief.

Paralegal Preparation 6
Law Office Administration, Advocacy and Job Hunting Techniques
This course provides a look into the paralegal in the law office and presents techniques for finding a job as a paralegal.

Call the office at 920-683-4702 or email Kathleen.palmer@uwc.edu for more information.

Requirements
Internet access, E-mail, Internet Explorer or Netscape or Firefox Web browser.

Fees
Tuition for each of the six classes is $169. Courses begin each and every month. You can take a course every month, every other month, or when your schedule permits.

More information abou the Paralegal Certificate

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JUST FOR KIDS – ONLINE COURSES NEW!

Video Gaming
Here is your chance to design and modify your own exciting arcade style video games. This on-line class is instructor facilitated and appropriate for ages 10 and older. During the 7 week class you will learn how to:
Control characters, objects and outcomes in your game
Increase the difficulty level and add more features
Design your own version of PacMan and several other video games
Explore Graphics Design and Graphics Animation topics

Requirements: Fast internet connection, such as DSL or Cable modem. Your computer must meet the minimum system requirements as detailed at http://www.michiganlearning.com/custom.php?dataset=systemrequirements.php
Participants will be able to continue playing their games from a CD provided you have a writable CD drive on your computer.

Dates: A new session begins the 2nd Monday of each month: January 14, February 11, March 10, April 14 and May 12. Registration must be in one week prior to the start of the course. The course is 7 weeks long, this is an online course, using your own computer.
Fee: $109

Elementary Engineering using LEGO’s
Using basic principles of engineering, you will build with LEGO’s in a whole new way! Once registered for this course, you will be sent a LEGO kit with over 1,000 very advanced technic LEGO pieces that will be used in this class. You will:
Learn about gears, levers, wheels, axles and structures
Discover the principles behind simple machines
Explore various engineering theories
Experiment with 6 very complex building exercises
Discover how to use advanced technic LEGO’s to build unbelievable things!

This class is for the serious builder – for ages 8 and older
Dates: A new session begins the 2nd Monday of each month: January 14, February 11, March 10, April 14 and May 12. Registration must be in one week prior to the start of the course to you can receive your kit and be ready for the class. The course is 7 weeks long, this is an online course, using your own computer.
Fee: $139 includes instruction and LEGO kit

COMING EVENTS

Pat McCurdy – February 20, 2008 at 7 PM
Pat McCurdy is a singer-songwriter with an unusual off-beat sense of humor. A favorite of the college crowd, this national performer is known for his comic lyrics and hilarious observations on life, love and “Vacation with Mom & Dad.”

Robert McAfee – April 30, 2008 at 7 PM
Robert McAfee is a Climate Change Messenger for former US Vice-President Al Gore’s Climate Project. Continuing in the spirit of many years of involvement in environmental education, Dr. McAfee has made it his mission to inform the public about the science and effects of global warming.

A University of Wisconsin degree is within your reach!
Have you been thinking about starting or continuing your college education? UW-Manitowoc offers small classes, day, evening and on-line courses, and advisors available to address the unique needs of non-traditional students. You can even complete a UW bachelor’s degree in a variety of majors without having to leave Manitowoc. Call Julie at 683-4707 for more information!

Phone (920) 683-4700 • Fax (920) 683-4776 • E-mail manadmit@uwc.edu
705 Viebahn Street Manitowoc, WI 54220-6699
TTY (608)265-5766 • WTRS 1-800-947-6644