Personal enrichment Advanced Spanish Study In this reading and writing course, students study the history and literature of Latin America and Spain. Completion of Intermediate II and permission of the instructor are required. Monday and Wednesday, Noon to 1:30 p.m., April 14, 5 wks. Course #LG452 01/CRN 30543 Fernando Mayans, Fee $125 Spanish: Expanding Your Vocabulary This special class increases your Spanish vocabulary to an advanced level. Past Tense II or permission from the instructor is required. Tuesday and Thursday, 12 to 1:30 p.m., April 15, 5 wks. Course #LG 455 01/CRN 31649 Fernando Mayans, Fee $125 French for the Traveler This course is designed for people who have never taken French and for those who are planning their first trip to a French-speaking county. Learn to communicate in French using present, past and future tenses focusing on ordering food in a restaurant and gaining information about hotel information, transportation, museums, festivals and more. This class will allow you to master French in a fun and dynamic environment. Anne-Sabine Nicolas, Ph.D., French studies, is originally from France and has been teaching French for over 15 years. Monday and Wednesday, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Feb. 3, 5 wks. Course #LG372 01/CRN 31355 Anne-Sabine Nicolas, Fee $99 Cinema for French Conversation This advanced conversation class is designed to facilitate French language study through practice in speaking. While learning about different aspects of French and Francophone culture, cinema and contemporary life, you participate in discussion groups, present news reports and more. Discussion includes movies, media and socio-political differences between France and the United States. AnneSabine Nicolas, PhD. French Studies, is originally from France and has been teaching French for over 15 years.
Introduction to Italian ê In this class for beginning Italian learners, students acquire basic Italian language skills. The focus is on vocabulary and grammar with cultural activities to make learning Italian a stimulating and enjoyable experience. Other topics will include modern Italian culture such as music, art, cuisine and general lifestyle. Antonella D’Aquino, Ph.D. has a doctorate from Rutgers University in Italian Studies and has taught Italian at Vanderbilt University, Rutgers University, and the University of California. Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30 to 7 p.m., Feb. 11, 5 wks. Course #LG350 01/CRN 31500 Antonella D’Aquino, Fee $99 Italian Cinema ê This class uses Italian films as a means to understand unique aspects of the Italian language and lifestyle and to address the differences between American and Italian cultures. Join in group discussions on different socio-political topics that enable you to develop an appreciation for Italian culture in general. Antonella D’Aquino, Ph.D., has taught Italian at Vanderbilt University, Rutgers University, and the University of California. Tuesday and Thursday, 5:30 to 7 p.m., March 25, 5 wks. Course #LG352 01/CRN 31594 Antonella D’Aquino, Fee $110 Introduction to American Sign Language ê American Sign Language (ASL) is the first language of many deaf North Americans, and one of the most commonly used languages in the United States. People learn sign language for a variety of reasons, you may have a deaf or hard of hearing friend or family member, you may be losing your hearing or simply want to pursue a personal interest. Our skilled instructor makes learning sign language fun and easy for you. It’s great idea to take classes with a friend so you have a partner to practice with during the week. This class is intended for those with little or no experience with ASL. No class March 22 and April 19. Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon, March 1, 8 sessions. Course #LG492 01/CRN 31632 Terry Vinson, Fee $99
Monday and Wednesday, 5 to 6:30 p.m., March 24, 5 wks. Course #LG403 01/CRN 31356 Anne-Sabine Nicolas, Fee $110
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