Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 24 LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Intro to Mindfulness for Stress Reduction Mindfulness has a long evidenced-based history of helping one cope with stress and move toward calm. NIH studies also demonstrate benefits for sleep and cognition. Discover from the comfort of your home what mindfulness is and learn some skills in a relaxed, friendly online environment. CE-PRSDV 2188, 1 Wed., Oct. 18, 6:00-7:30 pm, KNC-3, $26. S Charbonier. #91908 NEW! Intro to Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction: 3 Week Intro This training in mindfulness meditation and movement cultivates resiliency, emotional/attentional regulation & reduction in pain, anxiety, depression, and hypertension. MBSR is the most wellstudied of the mind-body medicine approaches, with abundant research at major institutions globally. Bring a yoga mat if you have one. CE-PRSDV 2211, 3 Weds., Nov. 1-15, $75. S Charbonier. REMOTE Sec. A: 10:00 am-12:00 noon. #92148 IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: Sec. B: 6:00-8:00 pm., KNC-3. #92149 REMOTE Sleep and Aging Sleep is essential for good health throughout the lifespan. After 50, many adults find that a good night’s sleep is elusive at best. It is possible to improve sleep at every age! Learn how to assess your sleep and understand the potential source(s) of your sleep problems after 50. Understand the most effective methods to discuss your sleep issues with your healthcare team, and how to combat sleep loss when hospitalized. We will explore a variety of non-pharmacological methods to improve your sleep, regardless of your conditions and medications. CE-HLTH 2102, 2 Tues., Oct. 10-17, 6:30-8:30 pm, $50. C Collyer. #91975 IN-PERSON Your Walk in Life: A Guide to Transforming Your Pain into Peace Learn how to develop healthy coping and listening skills through case study work, workbook and journaling exercises, and small group discussions. This course will be a unique healing and reflective journey for those interested and impacted by mental health. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-PRSDV 2208, 7 Wed., Sept. 13-Oct. 25, 6:00-7:30 pm, KNC-5, $130 (+ textbook). A Servodidio. #91929 HISTORY & CULTURE HISTORY NEW! IN-PERSON American Civil War and Reconstruction The Civil War and its aftermath scythes through American history like the path left by Sherman’s march to the sea. Over one hundred and fifty years since its conclusion, we continue to live in the aftermath of that great conflagration. Arguments over federalism, liberty, equality, and race that drove the nation to fight with itself and sacrifice over 700,000 lives resonates with us still. We will look at the political arguments preceding the war, slavery, sectional strife, the war itself, and the lasting impact of Reconstruction and the constitutional amendments that redefined the nation. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-HIST 2172, 6 Mon., Sept. 11-Oct. 16, 4:00-6:00 pm, KNC-4, $150. R Dresser #92132 REMOTE History of the Guitar The guitar is one of the most popular musical instruments in the world, yet is rarely the subject of extensive historical study. Trace the history of the guitar from its varied origins to the developments and innovations that enabled the guitar to become what it is today. Discover guitars rich and multifaceted history, from guitarists and composers such as Gaspar Sanz, Mauro Giuliani, Fernando Sor, Francisco Tárrega, and Andrés Segovia to Luthiers Louis Panormo, Georg Staufer, Antonio de Torres, C. F. Martin, and numerous others. CE-MUSIC 2102, 3 Sun., Nov. 5-19, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, $75. B Riley. #91904 NEW! REMOTE The Great Hunger in Ireland Part 1: Will cover the early history of Ireland and Oliver Cromwell’s hatred of the Irish people and his imposition of draconian laws that decimated the population of Ireland for centuries. His laws and the British Parliament’s treatment over the centuries of the Irish people would eventually leave to The Great Hunger, which reduced the Irish population in 7 years from 9 million people to less than 5 million. Students will be given handouts, shown videos and listen to author Tom Riley as he sets the scene of the conditions that led to The Great Hunger in Ireland. CE-HIST 2165, 4 Mon., Oct. 23-Nov. 13, 6:30-8:30 pm, $100. T Riley. #91918 NEW! REMOTE The Great Hunger in Ireland Part 2: Its Legacy in America: The Orphan Train Era (1853-1929) The Orphan Train Era saw the largest migration of children in American history. Over 273,000 children were transported out of New York City by rail in search of homes for the homeless. It was under the leadership of Charles Loring Brace that the Children’s Aid Society was born. Come discover the history of this time period together. CE-HIST 2166, 4 Mon., Nov. 20-Dec. 11, 6:30-8:30 pm, $100. T Riley. #91919 Methods of Instruction: REMOTE Students and instructors report virtually to classes on the designated days, dates, and times they are scheduled for. HYBRID Combination of remote and in-person instruction. You will meet virtually and in-person on scheduled days. IN-PERSON Students and instructors meet in-person on the designated days, dates, and times they are scheduled for.
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