Winter Wonderland- January 4, 2013

Date: 1/04/2012
Day: Wednesday
Time: 8:00AM-1:00PM
Meeting Location: College Center Parking Lot

Transportation, breakfast, and a sack lunch are provided.

Take a historical journey through the winter wonderlands of Gunnison Valley with renowned historian, Duane Vandenbusche. Our journey begins over a hearty breakfast at the Almont Lodge where participants explore Almont’s beginnings. Next, participants travel to the town of Crested Butte – a small community of winter enthusiasts whose character and history is as deep as the snow pack on Mount Crested Butte. Guided by Duane’s narratives, participants visit the Crested Butte Heritage museum as well as the JC Leacock gallery. Our journey leads us up the mountain to Mountaineer Square for a sack lunch and a discussion where participants catch a rare glimpse into the history of the ski area. After the discussion, participants can join Duane for Part 2 of our journey or elect to explore the ski area and the town of Mount Crested Butte before returning home.

For additional information, contact the Office of Extended Studies at (970) 943-2885 or email Kristin Yorks at kyorks@western.edu.

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Padi SCUBA Class- November 10-11, 2012

Donna Sloan-Adams
27352, NON CREDIT, $195
Date: 11/10/2012-11/11/2012
Day: Saturday, Sunday
Time: 8:30AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-5:00PM
Location: Western State Colorado University Pool and Gym 17
Requirements: Students are to obtain the PADI Manual and DVD from Extended Studies at least two weeks prior to class. Participants are required to read the manual, answer the knowledge reviews behind each chapter in writing and watch the video. This must be completed prior to the class beginning. When class starts students review those chapters and take quizzes. Students must also fill out a medical form and if they answer yes to any questions will need a doctor’s note before starting the class. Snorkels, mask, and fins can be rented for $15.

http://www.western.edu/academics/extended-studies/extended-studies.html

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Introduction to Professional Voice-Overs- November 7, 2012

Jenny Marcotte
27326, NON CREDIT, $20
Date: 11/07/2012
Day: Wednesday
Time: 6:30PM-9:00PM
Location: Taylor 100

Have you ever been told that you have a great voice? This exciting class explores numerous aspects of voiceover work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries, and the internet. All the basics are covered, including how to prepare the all-important demo, as well as how to be successful and earn great income in this exciting field. Students have the opportunity to ask questions and to hear examples of demos recorded by professional voice actors. Class participants even have a chance to record a commercial script under the direction of our Voicecoaches.com producer! This class is informative, lots of fun, and a great first step for anyone interested in professional voice acting. No refunds after 10/06/2012.

http://www.western.edu/academics/extended-studies/extended-studies.html

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Aquaponics- October 20, 2012

Lecturer: Dusty Szymanski

27370, CEU 1, $30
Date: 10/20/2012
Day: Saturday
Time: 9:00AM-12:00PM
Location: Straw and Timber Craftsmen, 115 S Colorado St.

Aquaponics is the combination of aquaculture, raising fish and hydroponics, cultivating plants in water. This sustainable living system is a very resilient and fun method of growing food for personal use or commercial applications. Students spend time in a classroom and tour a residential working aquaponic system and learn about the aquaponic system being designed and built at Western State Colorado University. The course reviews theory, system design, materials and requirements, aquatic species and ongoing care and maintenance. No refund after 10/13/2012.

http://www.western.edu/academics/extended-studies/extended-studies.html

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