Experience It! - University of Wisconsin
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Experience It! - University of Wisconsin
SPRING & SUMMER 2016 Continuing Education in cooperation with UW-Extension Experience It! Look For NEW Classes! Continuing Education Lifelong Learning for Personal Enrichment & Professional Development Learn to Curl!......................... p. 4 Kayaking................................ p. 5 Walleye Fishing Techniques... p. 5 Youth Basketball Clinic......... p. 6 Amazing Acrylics................... p. 7 Business Communication....... p. 8 Public Speaking..................... p. 9 Selling on EBay................... p. 10 Plus - 100’s of online courses available 24/7/365 JOIN THE CELEBRATIONS IN 2016! UW-Barron County is approaching its 50th Anniversary, and we hope you’ll join the celebrations! Throughout 2016, UW Barron County Foundation will sponsor special anniversary events bringing alumni, current and former faculty and staff, and community members together as we celebrate 50 years of higher education in Barron County and beyond. FEBRUARY 6 E.A.T.S.—Educational Assistance Through Scholarship combines food, entertainment and community as we fundraise for scholarships, professional development and campus enhancements! MAY 19 Campus & Community Awards and Commencement include the presentation of UW-Barron County’s Distinguished Alumni Award. (Nominations are accepted through April 1—visit barron.uwc.edu/ alumni) S E P T E M B E R 2 4 U-FEST: A Festival of the Arts at UW-Barron County is a showcase of the abundant and diverse talent found in northwestern Wisconsin. This free event features local musicians, artisans, authors, vintners and brewers. DECEMBER 2 The historic Angel Ball will return as the culmination of our 50th Anniversary celebration! Featuring The Dean’s List big band, this must-attend “Adult Prom” will celebrate all that UW-Barron County has brought to the region over the past 50 years! TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Experience it! 2016 offers abundant opportunities for you to experience and learn at UW-Barron County. Once again we’re offering some regional favorites like Ballroom Dance and Watercolor painting. New to UW-BC Continuing Ed - you can learn to curl, navigate a kayak, fish like the pros, create art with acrylics and, for our youth participate in a fun basketball camp! We’ve added new business classes to help you become a better communicator in your workplace. Plus, there are 100’s of online classes to choose from with access 24/7/365. Learn something new – Experience it! 2016 is a landmark year for UW-BC. Join us in celebration of 50 years of serving our area communities. We Are Northwest Wisconsin’s UW Campus! Doug Edwardsen Director, Continuing Education doug.edwardsen@uwc.edu 715-234-8176 Ext 5403 Music & Dance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Sports & Exercise. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Art Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Professional Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 For the Fun of It. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Learn Online. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12 It’s Happening on Campus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-17 Degree Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 How to Register & Campus Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21 It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 1 MUSIC & DANCE Ballroom Dance Level I Don’t just watch the stars dance, learn how to move around the dance floor in this fun dance class. Whether you’re just beginning ballroom dancing, or would like to brush up on your basic dance moves, this dance class is for you. You’ll learn the swing, waltz and rumba, while you stay in shape and socialize. Register early as class size is limited. Tuesdays // April 12, 19, 26, May 3 & 10 // 6:00-7:15 PM Meggers Hall Commons // $59 per person Ballroom Dance Level II This class is designed for those with some ballroom dance experience. Time will be spent on emphasizing leading and following skills along with adding new patterns. Enhance the movement of your dancing by learning to develop the advanced techniques used by the experts. Dances covered will be chosen by the participants. Tuesdays // April 12, 19, 26, May 3 & 10 // 7:15 – 8:30 PM Meggers Hall Commons // $59 per person Your Ballroom Dance instructors are Dave & Karen Goggin from the Eau Claire area. They have over 30 combined years of professional teaching experience in Ballroom & Latin dancing. They teach a combination of private and group lessons in the Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and Marshfield areas. Dave and Karen welcome singles and couples into their classes and take a personal interest in making sure everyone, including novice and experienced participants, have fun while learning. Get ready for the Angel Ball at UW-BC on December 2. Register for Ballroom Dance and brush up on those moves! Popular Instrument Lessons for Beginners See how easy it can be to learn to play popular songs in these small group lessons for guitar, ukulele, mandolin or banjo. You will be introduced to the beginner chords, scales, and playing techniques. Plus you will learn proper instrument position, study basic music theory and start to understand why and when notes are played. Your instructor, Roger Harrison, is a seasoned and versatile musician. He joined the Musicians’ Union at the young age of 13 and has been teaching others to make music for many years. Playing in his family band, Roger has performed as the opening act for Conway Twitty, Jerry Lee Lewis, Hank Williams Jr. and other nationally known performers. 2 UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 MUSIC & DANCE Red Cedar Choir The Red Cedar Choir is a partnership with the UW-BC Music Department and surrounding communities. You will have the incredible opportunity to sing and be part of one of the best choirs in the area. It is open to all community members, high school age and older. An audition may be required for new members. The choir is under the direction of Beth Joosten. Joosten has been a resident of the area since 1974. She presently teaches various music courses at UW-BC and also teaches vocal and general music at Cameron Middle School and High School. Joosten has been the director of the Red Cedar Choir since 2012. Thursdays // Jan 28 – April 14 // 7:00 – 9:00 PM UW-BC Fine Arts Music Room // $10 each semester Communiversity Band Communiversity Band is a joint effort of the UW-BC Music Department and the adult musicians of the surrounding communities. The Communiversity Band rehearses on Mondays during the first and second semesters. The band performs one concert during each semester and special concerts in neighboring communities. This ensemble is open to any student or community member. Mike Joosten is the director of the Communiversity Band. Mondays // Jan 25 – March 28 // 7:00-9:00 PM UW-BC Fine Arts Music Room // $10 per semester Instrument Lessons Meet on Mondays in the Student Center – Cedarside Room Beginning GuitarBeginning Mandolin Mondays // March 7 – April 25 Mondays // March 7 – April 25 5:30 – 6:00 PM 6:30-7:00 PM $129 + $19 Book Including Audio Track $129 + $19 Book Including Audio Track Beginning UkuleleBeginning Banjo Mondays // March 7 – April 25 Mondays // March 7 – April 25 6:00 – 6:30 PM 7:00-7:30 PM $129 + $19 Book Including Audio Track $129 + $19 Book Including Audio Track It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 3 SPORTS & EXERCISE Yoga Beginner Series Yoga is a great way to balance the mind and body. Learn the basics of yoga in the four week progressive class. Gain flexibility through stretches, learn breathing techniques, and build strength through this ancient practice. We will start from the foundational poses of Hatha yoga and gradually add in more poses. No yoga experience is required and you don’t even have to be able to touch your toes! All ages and levels of fitness welcome. Tuesdays // Feb 23, March 1, 8, 15 // 5:30 – 6:45 PM UW-BC Student Center Cedarside Room // $39 Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle (optional) and a towel. Jessica Mongeon, RYT, is a yoga instructor at Olympic Fitness and substitute teaches at Eden Yoga in Rice Lake. She is a Registered Yoga Teacher, and completed her 200-hour training through Yogafit. She has been instructing yoga since 2009 at several gyms and yoga studios in Grand Forks, ND and Bozeman, MT. She is also an art lecturer at UW-Barron County and earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Montana State University in painting and a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of North Dakota. Learn to Curl! Curling became a full medal Olympic sport in 1998 and today over a million curlers are on the ice during the season. It’s a team-based sport that’s fun, social and great exercise. Plus – it can be played by people of all ages. During class you will learn the terminology, rules, and techniques to become a curler. Class will take place on the ice where you will learn and build confidence. Saturdays // Feb 20 & 27 // 8:00 – 10:00 AM Rice Lake Curling Club // 912 S Wisconsin Ave., Rice Lake, WI // $29 Clean tennis shoes must be brought separately to the class. Sand and other particles will damage the ice! We recommend sweat pants or athletic pants and sweat shirt or light jacket. All participants will be required to sign a liability waiver. Adults and youth minimum 13 years of age are welcome to register. Your instructor, Mike McLin, is an avid curler and Board Member of the Rice Lake Curling Club. He is a well-known sportsman and is the owner of Grinders Sporting Goods in Rice Lake. 4 UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 SPORTS & EXERCISE Walleye Fishing Techniques Only the Pros Know! Beginning and advanced techniques for catching the elusive walleye will be our focus. Topics to include: identification of some of the best walleye lakes in Northern Wisconsin, DNR current rules and regulations for size and bag limits, types of fishing equipment— rods, reels, line, etc, types of fishing bait—live bait and artificial, and types of locators. You’ll also make your own walleye rigs in class. The second class will feature a focus group of some of the best walleye anglers in Northern Wisconsin to discuss their proven techniques and practices. The last class will be held on a nearby walleye lake so you can see and apply what was learned in the first two classes to increase your success rate! Thursdays // April 28, May 5 & May 12 Ritzinger Hall Room 228 – April 28 & May 5 // 6:00 – 7:30 PM On the Lake // May 12 // 6:00 – 7:30 PM $49 (includes all materials) Bert Richard is well known in NW Wisconsin for his diverse interests. He is the Director of the Wednesday Evening Walleye League and was designated “Mr. Walleye” in 2005 and 2011 for catching the largest walleye in the league. League members also know him as “Trolling Bert.” He is an author of joke-telling books, a Chamber of Commerce ambassador and a retired educator from WITC where he served as the Dean of Business. Kayak Discovery: For Beginners Learn how to get into this fun sport and look good at the same time! A recreational instruction clinic for beginners covers the basics to help you enjoy the freedom and simplicity of kayaking—one of the fastest growing water sports. During this 2 hour lesson you will learn: choosing the right equipment and clothing, transport and care of your kayak, how to get in/out of a kayak plus basic strokes and techniques that will give you a great start. Wednesday // June 1 // 6:00 – 8:00 PM Orchard Beach Landing—Rice Lake // $29 Kayak provided by instructor. Students must provide their own life vest. Minimum 13 years of age. 13-16 years welcome with accompanying adult. Kayak the River: For Intermediate Level Kayak the Red Cedar River from Mikana to the Red Barn Theatre and you’ll become more confident and enjoy the sport even more. Class emphasis is on learning techniques to safely navigate rivers, getting in/out of the kayak in moving water plus turning over your kayak and getting back in. Go with the flow and experience the natural scenery of our local river on this 3-1/2 hour learning excursion. Wednesday // June 22 // 4:00 – 7:30 PM Mikana Boat Landing—Mikana // $59 Kayak provided by instructor or bring your own. Students must provide their own life vest. Minimum 13 years of age. 13-16 years welcome with accompanying adult. It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 5 SPORTS & EXERCISE UW-BC Youth Basketball Clinic Jeff Olson is back to lead our spring basketball camp at UW-BC! Players and parents alike appreciate his teaching of basketball technique and drills to improve player skills. This camp will focus specifically on offense and shooting technique. If you are a highly skilled player or are only beginning to learn the game, you will benefit greatly from Jeff’s coaching and his ability to inspire young athletes. During Jeff’s 30 plus years of coaching he has led clinics throughout the Midwest and in the states of Georgia, Oregon, Washington, & Alaska, and has taken teams to play in Europe & Australia. He has coached boys and girls at the 5th grade, middle school and high school levels. He also coached at the college level where he led his team to a district championship, and was honored as NAIA District II Coach of the Year in only his third year at Warner Pacific College in Portland, Oregon. In 2012 he led the UW-BC women’s basketball team to the Wisconsin final four; only its second final four in the program’s history. Sundays // April 10, 17, 24 Grades 5 – 7 // 4:30 – 6:00 PM // $49 Grades 8 – 12 // 6:00 – 7:30 PM // $49 UW-Barron County Gym 6 UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 ART SERIES Release Your Artistic Talent! We’re offering three art classes that will help beginners get started and intermediates to continue building on their skills and knowledge. Course fees include materials – all you need to bring is a desire to learn, a willingness to have fun and your creative imagination! All classes in the Art Series are taught by UW-BC art lecturer Jessica Mongeon. Amazing Acrylics Learn beginning acrylic painting techniques and create a small original canvas painting during each class session. Jessica is an accomplished painter who specializes in acrylic painting. Learn the basics along with some tricks of the trade in four weeks. Acrylic paint is a water-based polymer that was developed to be an alternative to oil paint. Techniques include color mixing, washes, palette painting, and using acrylic mediums. Wednesdays //April 6, 13, 20, 27 // 6 – 8:00 PM Fine Arts Building - Lab Room 601 // $79 (Includes over $15 in materials) Drawing for Beginners Can’t draw a stick figure? No worries, this class will start with simple shapes, move on to perspective, and introduce you to portraits. Learn how to see the world around you in a new way and translate it to a piece of paper. We will be working primarily with graphite pencil on paper. Wednesdays // June 1, 15, 22 // 5:30 – 7:30 PM Fine Arts Building - Lab Room 601 // $69 (Includes over $15 in materials) Watercolor Workshop for Beginners Learn basic watercolor techniques and create a new painting during each class session. Techniques include color mixing, washes, glazing, dry brush, and masking. Learn how to paint fruit, flowers and landscapes. Tuesdays and Thursdays // June 14, 16, 21, 23 // 5:30-7:30 PM Fine Arts Building - Lab Room 601 // $79 (Includes over $15 in materials) Your instructor for the Art Series is Jessica Mongeon who is an art lecturer at UW-Barron County. She earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Montana State University in painting and a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from the University of North Dakota. She has exhibited her paintings regionally and nationally and has actively participated in artist residencies at the Vermont Studio Center, the Anderson Center in Red Wing, Minnesota and the Sam and Adele Golden Foundation Artist Residency in upstate New York. Visit Jessica’s website to learn more about her artistry at: www.jessicamongeon.com It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 7 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Start Your Own Business Thinking of becoming your own boss? Course instructor Dave Armstrong can show you how, using his personal experience of starting several businesses, and his success in helping many others get their new venture off the ground. During class you will learn how to use tools to help you build your unique business plan and strategy. Many aspects of entrepreneurship will be covered including: • Creating a sound business idea and how to validate it • Test your Big Idea first, before spending a lot of money • • • Should you consider a franchise? • • Building a dynamic organization How to develop a business plan Where to get the money to finance your plan • And more… Creating a marketing plan with sizzle and sales Your instructor, Dave Armstrong, is the Executive Director of the Barron County Economic Development Corporation and works daily with people who want to start a new business or grow an existing one. Dave has started, developed and sold two profitable businesses, and purchased and integrated 14 businesses. Wednesdays // Feb 10, 17, 24 and March 2 // 6:00 – 8:00 PM Ritzinger Hall Room 228 // $59 Business Communication: How to Write Effectively The pace of business is fast and the need for written communication that is clear, concise and to the point is critical to your success. Learn how to write effective business messages including e-mails, requests, adjustments, detailed instructions, and how to deny claims and give bad news. Class will include the basics of writing formal and informal business reports. Tuesdays // February 2, 9, 16, 23 // 6:00 – 7:15 PM Ritzinger Hall Room 237 // $49 Dr. Quentin Vieregge is an Assistant Professor of English at UW-Barron County and has also taught at Texas Tech University and the University of South Florida. He teaches beginning and advanced level writing courses, literature and film. Quentin has authored numerous articles and contributed to several books on rhetoric & composition and pop culture. 8 UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Public Speaking in Business Communication Learn the basics of public speaking and how to overcome the phenomena of stage fright that many experience when speaking before peers, management or customers. We will discuss types of presentations, the best styles to use and how to craft your message for the audience. Participants will gain confidence and poise in public speaking. Terry Wiesner is a Senior Lecturer of Communications and Theatre Arts at UW-Barron County. He is well-known in the community both as a dynamic instructor who brings energy and excitement to his classes and as a director and actor for productions at both UW-BC and Red Barn Theatre. Tuesdays // April 5, 12 & 19 // 6:00 – 7:30 PM Ritzinger Hall Room 237 // $39 The following two computer classes are offered AT NO CHARGE: Computer Basics for Beginning Beginners Learn the basics of computers, mouse usage, keyboarding, and navigating the internet. Websites that offer free lessons to practice skills will be covered. Class offered on 3 Fridays // Feb 19, March 18 or April 22 // 1:00 – 2:30 PM Ritzinger Hall Computer Lab Room 237 Computer Basics for Beginners Learn the basics of using computers to write letters, create resumes, use email and search the internet. Emphasis will be on creating a document in MS word. Participants should have basic mouse usage and keyboarding skills. A USB drive is recommended. Class is offered on 3 Fridays // Feb 19, March 18 or April 22 // 2:30 – 4:00 PM Ritzinger Hall Computer Lab Room 237 Your instructor, Toni Dougherty, is an Employment and Training Specialist with Wisconsin Job Service. In today’s job market, computer literacy is not only valued by many employers, but it has become a necessary skill to find job leads, apply for jobs, and connect to employers. Job seekers are especially encouraged to attend. FREE Classes – Class size is limited – To register call Continuing Education Director – Doug Edwardsen at 715-234-8176 Ext 5403, or email at doug.edwardsen@uwc.edu, or register online at barron.uwc.edu/ce It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 9 FOR THE FUN OF IT! Maple Syrup Making: What makes it so mmm...good? Ever wonder why trees produce sap? Or how trees are tapped? Or how maple syrup is made? We’ll present the theory behind maple syrup production as well as show you how it is done and how your family can make their own maple syrup from the trees on your property. In Session One we’ll discuss the techniques of collecting sap and making maple syrup for the beginner. Topics include what trees to tap, tapping and sap collection methods, cooking maple syrup, grading and packaging the finished product as maple syrup or other maple confections. Session Two will be held at Andersons’s Maple Syrup facility in Cumberland where you’ll learn about maple equipment, the supplies that are used, and how they bottle syrup on a large scale. Your instructor, Ted Simpson, is the Vice President of Wisconsin Maple Syrup Producers Association and part owner of Simpson’s Rock Ridge Maple Syrup located west of Rice Lake, Wisconsin. The Simpson family has been making maple syrup since the 1920s. You can learn more about their operation by visiting their website at www.rmaplesyrup.com. Wednesdays // 6:00-8:00 PM // $39 March 2 – UW-Barron County, Ritzinger Hall Room 237 March 9 – Anderson’s Maple Syrup, Inc., 2391 40th St., Cumberland, WI Learn the Secrets of Selling on eBay In just a few hours, you can learn the financial secrets of recycling that have taken many people years to develop. Find out about the popular and not-so-popular outlets for your unwanted stuff and how to successfully sell or trade for the highest value. EBay, Craigslist, Etsy, estate sales, auctions and more will be discussed. Learn the pros and cons of selling in each and how to write descriptions that sell. Bring an item or picture of something you would like to sell and learn how to write an effective description and find the right selling category. During class, your instructor will list one of her items on a popular site so you can see how easy it can be once you get going. Your instructor, Dr. Lauren Wentz, is an Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences at UW-Barron County. Previously she was an academic dean in Washington State and has extensive background in environmental education and natural history interpretation. Not only is she an avid recycler and online seller, Lauren has also been a licensed auctioneer in Ohio. Saturday // April 2 // 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Ritzinger Hall Room 227 // $29 10 UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 LEARN ONLINE 24/7 Instructor-facilitated online non-credit courses are informative, fun, convenient, and highly interactive. Courses are project-oriented and include lessons, quizzes, hands-on assignments, discussion areas, six-week format, supplementary links, and more. You can complete any course entirely from your home or office, any time of the day or night. Here are just a few of the most popular online courses available: • A to Z Grant Writing • Beginning Writer’s Workshop • Accounting Fundamentals • Speed Spanish • Medical Terminology: A Word Association Approach • Beginning Conversational French • • Computer Skills for the Workplace Explore a Career as an Administrative Medical Assistant • • Fundamentals of Supervision and Management Creating Web Pages • • Secrets of Better Photography Introduction to QuickBooks 2015 • • Discover Sign Language Project Management Fundamentals • • Real Estate Investing Fundamentals of Technical Writing • • Resume Writing Workshop Grammar Refresher Over 275 online courses available for just $99 each For complete listing of online classes, course outlines, requirements and registration go to: http://barron.uwc.edu/community/continuing-ed/online It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 11 LEARN ONLINE 24/7 Learn from experts in the comforts of your home or office. Our instructer-led online UGotClass courses are offered several times per year. Top Seller! Certificate in Data Analysis: Companies have vast amounts of data, but it is rare to have someone with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make predictions. 3 one-month courses $495 Social Media for Business Certificate: Learn how social networks are used to develop a two-way communication and marketing strategy. Then find out what you can be doing, what you should be doing, and take back a plan to integrate social networks. 3 one-month courses $495 eMarketing Essentials Certificate: No eMarketing experience or expertise is necessary. If you are already at an advanced level, your instructors are experts and can provide the latest most advanced information and answer your toughest questions. 3 one-month courses $495 Certificate in Customer Service: Learn to improve your customer service skills to enhance your skill set, improve productivity, and increase your success. You will also take away some extraordinary customer service techniques you won’t find anywhere else. 2 one-month courses $245 We have more than 100 online course options available. Visit our website for more information on available dates, detailed descriptions, and registration information. http://barron.uwc.edu/community/continuing-ed/online Calling all K-12 Teachers! Check out our website for an interesting course that fits your schedule - worth 1.6 CEUs each. Consider a career as a paralegal! UW – Barron County has teamed up with The Center For Legal Studies to offer two online courses: Paralegal Certificate Course The Paralegal Certificate Course © trains you to work as a full-time or part-time paralegal, or to open your own freelance paralegal business. This intensive, nationally acclaimed curriculum is designed for beginning as well as advanced legal workers. Tuition: $1,289 (Excludes textbooks) Advanced Paralegal Certificate Course These classes build upon the Paralegal Certificate Course©. This course will greatly enhance your understanding of many of the substantive law areas, your legal knowledge and skills. Tuition: $1,800 (Excludes textbooks) Online Schedule for 2016 Spring Session I: January 11 - February 26, 2016 Summer Session II: June 27 - August 12, 2016 Summer Session I: May 2 - June 17, 2016 Fall Session II: October 17 - December 2, 2016 Spring Session II: March 7 - April 22, 2016 Fall Session I: August 22 - October 7, 2016 For more information or to enroll, go to: http://barron.uwc.edu/community/continuing-ed/online 12 UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 IT’S HAPPENING ON CAMPUS Artist Exhibitions All exhibitions in the UW-BC Fine Arts Center, Joel Hayden Salter Gallery January 26 - February 24 Photographs by Linda Ruedy Closing Reception Wednesday, February 24 from 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM in the Gallery March 1 - April 4 Art Exhibition: Visiting Artist Liz Ensz “UnEarth” Opening Reception // Artist Lecture, Thursdays at the U, February 25 12:30 – 1:20 PM Closing Reception // Thursday, April 7 // 5:00 – 7:00 PM April 11 - May 10 UW-BC STUDENT ART SHOW Reception TBA May 12-19 Intro/Intermediate Painting Final Project Exhibition Experience Live Theatre! The UW-BC drama department will offer a University Children’s Theatre in late April and early May for area school-aged children and their families. Dates to be announced in local media and on campus. Sit back and enjoy the show! Learn more. . .Earn more! Now You Can Complete Your Bachelor’s Degree at UW-BC Build on your UW Colleges or Wisconsin Technical College associate degree with a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree from the University of Wisconsin-Barron County. Tailor your degree to personal and professional goals or concentrate on business, communication, leadership/organizational development, health/wellness, or sustainability. • Advance at work, create new opportunities. • Core courses on campus in flexible formats; 100+ courses online from several UW partners. • Internships and professional experience expand your networking and workplace opportunities. Learn more today! For a customized day or evening appointment contact Kelli Coller (kelli.coller@uwc.edu) or Deb Neuheisel (deborah.neuheisel@uwc.edu) UW-Barron County • 1800 College Drive, Rice Lake, WI • 715.234.8176 ext. 1 It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 13 IT’S HAPPENING ON CAMPUS Come Hear the Band! Communiversity Band Spring Concert “A Night at the Movies!” – featuring music from the motion picture industry Tuesday, April 5 // 7:00 PM, UW-BC Fine Arts Theatre Hear the Amazing Choir… Red Cedar Choir Spring Concert Tuesday, April 19 // 7:00 PM, UW-BC Fine Arts Theatre The Red Cedar Symphony, founded in 1983, is an independent organization collaborating with the UW-Barron County Music Department to provide orchestral performance opportunities to the surrounding communities. The Red Cedar Symphony is comprised of professional and amateur musicians and performs two concerts per year. The orchestra is under the direction of Kevin Peters and is open to any student or community member. Strings are always welcome and needed. Brass and wind players will be accepted if a vacancy exists. Please contact the orchestra at Personnel.Director@RedCedarSymphony.org if you are interested in joining. Visit our website at www.RedCedarSymphony.org for more information on the symphony and a schedule of upcoming performances. 14 UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 IT’S HAPPENING ON CAMPUS Discover UW-Barron County - Open House Visit Northwestern Wisconsin’s UW campus and find out why this U could be for you! For high school students and their parents Tuesday, March 15 // 6:00 PM Campus Tour. 6:30 PM Program UW-Barron County, Meggers Hall Commons Science Saturday - Youth Program - Grades 5-8 Only! Join us on Science Saturday for fascinating activities and handson experiences showcasing science, technology, engineering and mathematics. This amazing day of science will be led by UW faculty – Ph.D mega-minded scientists ready to have fun. Your day will be filled with exciting activities exploring the awesome opportunities in science! Grades 5 – 8 only Saturday, February 13 Check-in begins at 9:30 AM Program: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM UW-Barron County, Meggers Hall Commons Fee: $5 includes lunch Limited number of students will be accepted - Register early! Thursdays @ The U A weekly lunchtime lecture and performance series presenting speakers with expertise in a broad range of subjects that always stimulate thought and broaden perspective. Beginning January 28, 2016 Every Thursday throughout the semester 12:30 – 1:20 PM UW-BC Blue Hills Lecture Hall Open to UW-BC students and the community. Free. It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 15 IT’S HAPPENING ON CAMPUS Help us share your memories of UW-BC! In 2016 we will celebrate 50 years of serving our NW Wisconsin communities. We’re building an archive of photos and other memorabilia to be enjoyed in 2016 and at future milestone anniversaries. Do you have anything that you think would be a great fit for the archive? If so – please send an email describing what you have to Paul Chase paul.chase@uwc.edu or Catherine Currier catherine.currier@uwc.edu. 16 E.A.T.S U-FEST FEBRUARY 6 SEPTEMBER 24 CAMPUS & COMMUNITY AWARDS AND COMMENCEMENT ANGEL BALL MAY 19 DECEMBER 2 UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 IT’S HAPPENING ON CAMPUS Community Connections With its growing number of international students on campus, UW-Barron County invites community members to participate in their Community Connections program. You can make a small or large commitment by taking students out to a movie, a concert, a walk by the Red Cedar River, or a meal in your home with your family. Some have shared canoe rides, ice-fishing, BBQ and holiday parties with our students. Befriending an international student is a great way for your family to get to know someone from another culture and to share your own. We especially need people to reach out to students in late August and September and then in December and January. For more information, contact the International Program Coordinators, Mary Hankins (mary.hankins@uwc.edu) or Lee Friederich (lee.friederich@uwc.edu). Alliance Alliance is a social, emotional, and educational support group for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and ally populations on campus and in the surrounding communities. Alliance also acts as an educational student organization to provide greater awareness of the issues that concern the members, the university, and surrounding communities. For more information, contact the UW-BC student advisor, Chris Wylie at: christopher.wylie@uwc.edu. Charger Chess Club Do you enjoy chess? Want to learn or improve your strategies? Join the Charger Chess Club. Our club allows you to cultivate your chess playing skills in a casual, fun environment. Not only can you become a better player, but this is a great way to meet other chess players from the local area. Players of all skill levels are welcome, as are those who simply want to learn how to play. For more information contact club advisor Quentin Vieregge at Quentin.vieregge@uwc.edu. Thursdays // Begins Sept 10 // 4:00 PM UW-BC Commons // Free and open to the public Customized Training to Address Your Company’s Unique Needs Do your employees need to improve their skills in business writing and communication, public speaking, critical thinking and problem-solving, or teamwork? We can address these areas and more. Let us combine our expertise with your goals and develop the customized training program that brings change and results. For more information, contact Continuing Education Director, Doug Edwardsen, at doug.edwardsen@uwc.edu or 715-234-8176 Ext 5403. It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 17 EVENING CLASSES Late afternoon and evening courses for work, enjoyment or personal enrichment Below are a variety of options offered in spring 2016. Courses are in class or combined with online, as noted. See www.barron.uwc.edu/academics/courses for complete listings, descriptions, and pre-requisites. Observational Astronomy Mondays, 6:30 – 9:00 PM History of the U.S. from the Era of Civil War Mondays, Wednesdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Anatomy and Physiology Mondays, 3:00 – 5:15 PM Intercultural Poetry: Love through the Ages Wednesdays, 5:30 – 7:15 (Online and in the classroom) Band Mondays, 6:30 – 9:00 PM Chorus Thursdays, 6:30 – 9:00 PM College Physics II and University Physics II (See pre-requisites and online schedule for lecture, lab) Ecology of Food Production Wednesdays, 5:30 – 8:15 PM Personal Finance Mondays, Wednesdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Introduction to Mass Communication Mondays, Wednesdays, 5:00 – 6:15 PM Macroeconomics Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Critical Writing and Research (Pre-requisite College Writing/Critical Reading) Mondays, Wednesdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Elementary Algebra (Placement test required) Tuesdays, Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:45 PM Film Studies: Comedic Films Wednesdays, 3:00 – 5:45 PM Introduction to College Algebra (Placement test required) Tuesdays, Thursdays 5:30 – 6:45 PM Literary Magazines Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Philosophy of Love, Sex and Friendship Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Social and Political Philosophy Mondays, Wednesdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Special Topics: Service Learning Tuesdays, 3:30 – 5:10 PM State and Local Government Mondays, Wednesdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM World Music (Compressed Video) Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Skills Building Courses Learning Skills Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:00 – 4:15 PM Academic English Skills Workshop Wednesdays, 3:00 – 3:50 PM Oral Communication for Multilingual Students Mondays, 3:00 – 4:50 PM Fitness for Life Tuesdays, Thursdays, 3:00 – 4:50 PM 18 UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 A S S O C I AT E & B A C H E L O R D E G R E E S Right from the Start—Focused on the Finish Earn a Quality UW Degree Close to Home Start your associate degree—and now finish your bachelor degree— at YOUR University of Wisconsin in Northwest Wisconsin. Individualized career and degree advice starts you in the right direction and helps you finish what you started. On campus, online, day and evening courses – a variety of formats to fit your schedule and preferred learning style. Complete your UW-BC or Wisconsin Technical College associate degree with the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree (other associate degrees may also be eligible). Core campus courses provide skills employers tell us they want. More than 100 UW online partner courses allow you to tailor your degree to professional or personal goals or focus on courses you and your employer decide will be best for your advancement. Another feature is professional experience—explore and expand networking and career options through service learning, internship, and capstone courses. BAAS is an individualized degree shaped to fit your career goals. You can also choose a concentration in fields such as communication, business, leadership and organizational development, health and wellness, or sustainability. For a customized advising appointment, contact UW- Barron County Student Services at 715-234-8176, prompt #1, or email kelli.coller@uwc.edu or deborah.neuheisel@uwc.edu . It’s easy to register and pay online at: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog 19 HOW TO REGISTER Online Online registration is the fastest and easiest way! After registering and paying by credit card online you will receive an email confirmation that your registration and payment have been received. Just go to: www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog By mail Complete the registration form and mail it with payment to: UW-Barron County 1800 College Drive Rice Lake, WI 54868 In person Stop by the campus to register at the business office and pay by check, cash or credit card. Phone Call the campus anytime and register with Continuing Education or the campus receptionist 715-234-8176 Ext 5403. Register early Many classes fill up quickly so be sure to register early. Online registration is the quickest way to register and to be assured there is an opening for you. Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Refunds and Cancellations Full refunds will be made if the Continuing Education office is contacted at least 7 days before the start of class. If cancelling with less than 7 days’ notice, there will be a $10 administration fee applied. UW-Barron County reserves the right to cancel a course due to low enrollments in which case full refunds will be given. Weather or emergency class cancellation Be sure to provide your email address and phone number so that if a class is cancelled due to severe weather or instructor illness we can contact you quickly! UW-Barron County North Parking Lot (Student Parking) CAMPUS MAP G A B C D E F G F E A D B C 20 - Meggers Hall (Administration) - Ritzinger Hall (Classrooms) - Fine Arts Theatre - Library - Student Center - Gymnasium - Physical Plant Amphitheatre College Drive South Parking Lot (Student & Public Parking) Continuing Education 1800 College Drive Rice Lake, WI 54868 715-234-8176 Ext. 5403 barron.uwc.edu/ce Join UW-Barron County on Facebook! WITC Parking Lot UW-Barron County Continuing Education – Spring & Summer 2016 West Parking Lot (Student Parking) Registration HOW TO REGISTER Name (please print) Address CityStateZip Day phoneEvening phone Email Course Title Fee FEES ARE DUE WITH REGISTRATION PAYMENT METHOD: TOTAL FEES Cash ________ Check (Payable to UW-BC) ___________ MAIL TO: UW-Barron County // 1800 College Drive // Rice Lake, WI 54868// uwbcinfo@uwc.edu FOR MORE INFORMATION Yes, I’d like more information about: ____ UW-BC Associate Degree Options ____ Online Classes ____ Bachelor Degree Completion (BAAS) ____ Customized Training & Classes ____ Evening Classes ____ How to Become a Continuing Ed Instructor Name (please print) Address CityStateZip Day phoneEvening phone Email MAIL TO: UW-Barron County // 1800 College Drive // Rice Lake, WI 54868 Northwest Wisconsin’s UW Campus 1800 College Drive Rice Lake, WI 54868 Continuing Education in cooperation with UW-Extension Catch walleye like the pros! Practice your dance steps for the Angel Ball! Learn the secrets of making maple syrup! Express your creative talent in acrylics! Kayak the Red Cedar River, Calm yourself with yoga...and much more! Check out the options for your Continuing Education. E xp e ri e nc e It ! www.ce.uwc.edu/barron/catalog Catalog online Register online Pay online It’s easy!