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Stained Glass for Beginners
Learn how to make beautiful stained glass in this five-week course. You become the artist while learning the lead came and copper foil methods. Develop basic glass-cutting skills, learn how to solder foil seams, cement stained-glass panels, and utilize correct safety procedures and tools required. It’s time to stop admiring and start creating! Instructor: Robert Muelbauer, certified stained glass teacher.
Date: Saturdays, Feb. 9 – March 8 (no class Feb. 16)
(five sessions)
Time: 9-11:30 a.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $195 (includes supplies, tools, and safety glasses)
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Intermediate Stained Glass
Enhance your glass-cutting skills, cementing, and soldering techniques of the lead came method while creating your own masterpiece! Learn methods of constructing glass boxes, lamps. Instructor: Robert Muelbauer, certified stained glass teacher.
Date: Saturdays, March 15 – April 19 (no class March 22)
(five sessions)
Time: 9- 11:30 a.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $195 (includes supplies, tools, and safety glasses)
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Rubber Stamping —“Love is in the Air” Valentine Card Making Class
What better way to tell loved ones they are special than by giving them a lovely handmade Valentine? In this beginner class you will learn the skills to create beautiful keepsake cards for year-round gift giving. You will combine rubber stamping techniques with specialty papers, fibers and embellishments in designing cards suitable for framing. If you have never stamped before, don’t miss out on this class. You will even receive an ink pad to get you started on your next project at home! Instructor: Anita Muzzi, supervisor and independent demonstrator with Stampin Up. She is also founder and president of the Niagara Frontier Rubber Stamping Guild.
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 5
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $11 (plus $10 supply fee payable to instructor)
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Quilling — Easter Bunnies The Art of Paper Filigree
Whirl and twirl yourself into this art that dates back to the 16th century when French and Italian nuns created ornate borders to embellish religious articles. During the 18th century it was encouraged as a fashionable pastime for ladies. Quilling has recently proved popular with rubber stamp and scrapbook enthusiasts. In this beginner class you will create cute bunnies suitable for cards, scrapbooks, gift tags, and framed photos. The only limit is your imagination! Your fee also includes a set of quilling tools for you to keep. Instructor: Anita Muzzi, owner of Quilling by Anita. She is also a member of the North American Quilling Guild.
Date: Wednesday, March 5
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD Fee: $11 (plus $12 supply fee payable to instructor)
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Paper Punching: “It’s Raining Cats and Dogs!”
What a great time you will have designing these “too cute” animals! We will adorn a series of package gift cards with some of our favorite pets that you will make from scratch. Wait till your friends and family members find out that you made them! In this class you will create and assemble your animals piece by piece by using basic punch shapes. This hands-on class is designed for the beginner on up! All supplies included. Instructor: Anita Muzzi owner of Quilling by Anita and member of the North American Quilling Guild.
Date: Thursday, April 3
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $11 (plus $8 supply fee payable to instructor)
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Drawing to Paint
A basic drawing course designed to help artists learn how to render important elements, such as people, animals, trees, and architecture, effectively. You will also learn how to better understand and deal with such tricky problems as light, shadow, and perspective. A terrific foundation course for anyone interested in improving his or her drawing and rendering knowledge and skills. Instructor: Thomas Fox.
Date: Saturdays, Feb. 2– March 1 (no class Feb. 16)
(four sessions)
Time: 9 a.m.- noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $59
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Beginning and Advanced Oil Painting Workshop
You’ll create beautiful works of art during this class in oil painting for beginning students. It’s designed so you can easily learn the fundamentals and techniques of oil painting, as well as how to use its materials. The instructor in this step-by-step course provides individual critiques of the students’ oil work. Supplies are available for purchase in the studio. Special skills needed: a willingness to learn, be creative and be on time! Instructor: Ruth L. Thomas, oil and drawing artist.
Dates: Tuesdays, Feb. 19 – April 8
OR
Wednesdays, Feb. 20 –April 9
(eight sessions)
Time: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: NACC, room 116
Fee: $79
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“Tea-Lightful” Party
A tea party brings people together to enjoy one another’s company as they drink tea and partake of light refreshments. Let us show you how to continue the tradition of afternoon tea begun by Duchess Anna around 1840. Learn the fascinating histories of different teas and about the selection and preparation of fine, full-leaf teas. Gain insight into the arrangement of the tea table, the customary menus and other traditional rituals associated with afternoon tea. Please bring your own favorite fine china teacup for sampling. Instructor: Pat Dowling, tea party specialist.
Date: Thursday, May 1
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $24
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Adult Ceramics Class
Over the period of eight weeks, you will explore a variety of techniques for the production of clay vessels and kiln firing. In addition to hand-building, you will be introduced to the wheel and have the opportunity to explore its possibilities. Form, function and personal aesthetic will be a focus of the course as you partake in the physical process of making pottery. As clay work is completed, we will explore ways of firing it. Firing techniques include low-fire electric with functional and nonfunctional glazes and underglazes, pit-fire, and Raku. Instructor: Casey Thomas.
Dates: Session One:
Tuesday morning and evening classes: Jan. 22 –March 11
Wednesday night class: Jan. 23–March 12
Thursday morning class: Jan. 24–March 13
OR Session Two:
Tuesday morning and evening classes: April 1–May 20
Wednesday night class: April 2–May 21
Thursday morning class: April 3–May 22
Times:
Morning classes: 9:30 a.m.-noon
Evening classes: 7-9:30 p.m.
Location: NACC, Room TBD
Fee: $195 (Optional open studio sessions each week, free of charge). Cost includes one new pack of clay tools and water bucket, clay, glazes, electricity and fuel for kiln firing.
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“Knock Out” Your Competition with Quality Referrals
Turn that cold prospect into a hot prospect. Market your new clients with little or no increase in your marketing budget. Learn a new strategic system to get more referrals that equal more sales in your business easily and quickly. Make referrals your key to a successful sales program. Course fee includes workbook to knock out that competition. Instructor: Lester J. Robinson, professional consultant.
Date: Thursday, March 27
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $34
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Free Vacations and Make Money Traveling!
Gina Henry-Cook of Go Global, Inc., a national speaker, is offering this class only one time this year in Western New York! If you love to travel, this class will show you how to make all your vacations free, plus how to earn extra income on vacation. Practical information to turn work or vacation into free trips — airline tickets, tours, cruises — by “Mystery Shopping,” teaching English, writing articles, volunteering on Air Courier flights. Learn how to get frequent flyer miles for every $1 you spend on anything. Earn free cruises and resort hotel nights; get free guidebooks. Leave with practical information, plus the latest on travel safety. New 100-page book provides actual contacts, phone and Web sites to put this information into practice. Check out www.goglobalinc.com.
Date: Saturday, May 10
Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: West Seneca Central School,
Room TBD
Fee: $29 (plus $15 book fee, payable in class)
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Success Without Stress
Are you looking to succeed but face obstacles day after day? Join us for this enjoyable, interactive class to help you achieve personal and career fulfillment. Learn proven ways to reduce stress, maintain balance, and focus on the positive every day. Turbo-charge your life and career. Sign up now to explore your goals, take on personal responsibility, and master the art of productivity. Challenge yourself to enhance work flow, self-esteem, and increase your personal and professional bottom line with this one, simple, systematic process for getting things done at work and home. Course materials are included in fee. Instructors: Lester J. Robinson III and Carol Sauka, professional consultants.
Date: Tuesday, April 22
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall,room TBD
Fee: $39
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Easy Digital Photo Editing
Now that you own a digital camera, you want to take advantage of all the ways you can edit your work to produce terrific photos to print out and frame or e-mail and share. This course will get you started! You will learn how to remove red eye and skin blemishes, restore “ruined” images, even remove unwanted elements using Adobe Photoshop. You will also learn how to store, crop, resize, and print out digital photos from your collection. A must for anyone owning a digital camera.
Date: Thursdays, Feb. 7 – March 6 (no class Feb. 14)
(four sessions) Time: 7-9:30 p.m.
Location: TBA
Fee: $59
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Microsoft Office Certificate
Get all the knowledge you need to be comfortable with computers and Microsoft Office. Take all classes and receive our Niagara University Continuing Education certificate, or register for the classes that you need to strengthen your computer skills.
Required courses:
- Windows: An Introduction Word I: An Introduction Excel I: An Introduction PowerPoint: An Introduction Access I: An Introduction
Register for all five classes at the same time for only $220 (a $25 savings)
Instructor: Gordon Slipko Jr., computer instructor.
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Windows: An Introduction
Learn how to use Windows and find out how to navigate through the program using the mouse, menus and dialog boxes. Use the help facility of Windows, run several programs simultaneously and share information between programs. Work with the desktop to quickly find and organize your work.
Date: Saturday, Feb. 16
Time: 9 a.m.-noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 131
Fee: $49
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Word: An Introduction
Microsoft Word is a powerful word processing program capable of handling everything from a one-page letter to a multiple-page manuscript. Through classroom training and practical hands-on exercises, learn to create, delete, move, change, copy and proof text files. Feel free to bring sample documents to class. Prerequisite: Windows: An Introduction, or equivalent knowledge.
Date: Saturday, Feb. 23
Time: 9 a.m.-noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 131
Fee: $49
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Excel: An Introduction
This class gives you an excellent introduction to spreadsheets, and includes hands-on exercises to reinforce learning. Learn the skills for creating, managing, saving, retrieving and printing spreadsheets. Other applications and topics will be addressed according to student interest and ability. Prerequisite: Windows: An Introduction, or equivalent knowledge.
Date: Saturday, March 1
Time: 9 a.m.-noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 131
Fee: $49
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PowerPoint: An Introduction
Create powerful presentations and slide shows with this program to enhance your marketing and sales efforts. You will be introduced to PowerPoint features and the steps required to use them correctly. Learn how to develop an outline; pick a look for your slide show; add or rearrange your slides; format text; preview, run, and print your slides and handouts. Prerequisite: Windows: An Introduction, or equivalent knowledge.
Date: Saturday, March 8
Time: 9 a.m.-noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 131
Fee: $49
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Access: An Introduction
Which came first, the data or the base? Whether you are new to databases in general, or Access in particular, this course will help you organize your information easily and efficiently. You will learn to create and use tables, queries, forms and reports quickly and easily. Prerequisite: Windows: An Introduction, or equivalent knowledge.
Date: Saturday, March 15
Time: 9 a.m.-noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 131
Fee: $49
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Superfast Features and Shortcuts: Word
Impress your boss and co-workers with all the quick keys, shortcuts, and time-saving tricks you learn for Microsoft Word in this course! Look like a pro in no time! Prerequisite: basic knowledge and use of Microsoft Word. Instructor: Sandra Davis.
Dates: Monday, Feb. 18 and Wednesday, Feb. 20
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Location: TBA
Fee: $59
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Superfast Features and Shortcuts: Excel
Do you use Microsoft Excel? Do you want to get your work done faster? Do you want to impress your boss and co-workers? Then this is the class for you! Learn how to use shortcuts for common tasks and to set up your program to do most of the work for you. Master quick keys, shortcuts, and learn some time saving macros. These easy-to-learn, time-saving steps will make you look like a pro. Prerequisite: basic knowledge of Excel. Instructor: Sandra Davis.
Date: Monday, Feb. 11 and Wednesday, Feb. 13
Time: 7-9 p.m.
Location: TBA
Fee: $59
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Impressive Power Points
Become the master of impressive PowerPoints that deliver powerful visual emphasis to your message. You’ll learn how to use all the basic techniques and the secrets to take your presentation to the next level. You will develop your own Power-Point. A must for anyone who has the opportunity to make presentations. Instructor: Thomas Fox.
Date: Tuesdays, Feb. 12-26
(three sessions) Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: TBA
Fee: $59
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Yes! You Can Teach (and get paid for it!)
Do you have a hobby, skill or hidden talent? Do you speak a foreign language or play an instrument? If so, you can teach a credit-free course and make money as an instructor. This course will show you how to turn your talent into a class for Niagara University’s community education office. Bring your course ideas to class. Instructor: Jay Stockslader, director of NU’s continuing education.
Date: Monday, March 17
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 103
Fee: $5 (fee is refunded if you become a community education teacher)
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Make a Million on eBay (well, maybe not that much!)
Someone’s trash may be your treasure! Find out why eBay has become one of the most popular online Web sites to sell your “stuff.” Learn how to browse and bid on items to get what you want, price things to sell fast, and learn what works and what doesn’t in this great hands-on class. Instructor: Jim Costanzo, enthusiastic eBay seller.
Date: Saturday, May 3
Time: 9:30 a.m.-noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 131
Fee: $19
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Computers for Absolute Beginners
Take the mystery out of computers and feel comfortable using one. This hands-on class lets you sit in front of a computer and learn about hardware, software, memory and basic Windows operations. Don’t let the computer world “surf” by you. Sign up today! Instructor: Chester Barosky, Web developer.
Dates: Saturdays, March 15 – April 5 (no class March 22)
(three sessions)
Time: 10 a.m.-noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 131
Fee: $59
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Secretarial Accounting/ Accounting I
This course is a study of fundamental principles covering the entire accounting cycle. Accounting terminology, “T” accounts, general journal, general ledger, trial balance, financial statements, worksheets, adjusting and closing entries, and postclosing trial balance. Instructor: Dominick M. Oliver, experienced community education instructor.
Dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 6 – April 2 (no class Feb. 13)
(eight sessions)
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $79
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Paralegal Certificate Course
This intensive, nationally acclaimed program is designed for beginning as well as advanced legal workers. Students will be trained to interview witnesses, investigate complex fact patterns, research the law, prepare legal documents, and assist in preparing cases for courtroom litigation. The practice-oriented instruction relates to the areas of law in which paralegals are most in demand.
There are no prerequisites to take the course, but students will be expected to complete a significant amount of homework for each session. This program will help students increase their office’s efficiency, productivity, and billable hours, as well as learn new marketable job skills. Internship assistance is also available to the top students in each course.
Dates: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, April 1 – May 10
Times: Tues. & Thurs.: 6-9:30 p.m. Sat.: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Books: Must be ordered through the Center for Legal Studies at 1-800-522-7737.
Fee: $1,089
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Beautifully Basic Cake Decorating — Course I
This hands-on Wilton Course 1 Cake Decorating will teach you the basics of making and coloring icing, preparing cakes, filling and using decorating bags. You will learn the best ways to create cakes and icings that are ideal for decorating. Learn how to create the ever-popular rose, shell border, figure piping, drop flowers, floral accents, leaves and vines. Impress friends and family with what you can do! This class is for the beginner on up! Instructor: Kelly Rutkowski, Wilton Method instructor.
Dates: Saturdays, Feb. 2-23
(four sessions)
Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: Bisgrove 435
Fee: $35
(plus additional materials: Wilton Student Kit I – $19.99, Wilton Course I Book – $4.99. Available at AC Moore stores. Prices subject to change.)
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Fabulous Flowers and Borders — Course II
Wilton Course II will teach you elegant new borders and lovely new flowers which will expand on the skills learned in Course I. You will create borders using traditional shells and the new reverse shell and border techniques. Also introduced is the spring rosebud and textured mum, along with several other beautiful flowers with which you can create exquisite seasonal bouquets. Create dazzling cakes for your friends and family! Prerequisite: Wilton Course I or prior cake-decorating experience. Instructor: Kelly Rutkowski, Wilton Method instructor.
Dates: Saturdays, March 1-29 (no class March 22)
(four sessions)
Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: Bisgrove 435
Fee: $35
(plus additional materials: Wilton Student Kit II – $24.99, Wilton Course II Book – $4.99. Available at AC
Moore Stores. Prices subject to change).
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Impressive Fondant and Tiered Cake Decorating — Course III
Learn step-by-step how to create impressive designs like cornelli lace, distinctive string work that covers the cake sides, and beautiful ruffle borders. Also, learn how to make the fondant rose, fondant leaves, ruffle border, and flowers such as the Easter lily, poinsettia, petunia, and morning glory. Also learn how to cover a cake with fondant and tiered cake construction and assembly. You will be amazed at what you can do after taking this course! Prerequisite: Wilton Courses I and II or prior cake-decorating experience. Instructor: Kelly Rutkowski, Wilton Method instructor.
Dates: Saturdays, April 5-26
(four sessions)
Time: 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Location: Bisgrove 435
Fee: $35
(plus additional materials: Wilton Student Kit III – $24.99, Wilton Course III Book – $4.99. Available at AC
Moore stores. Prices subject to change.)
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The Grass Is Always Greener
Spring is just around the corner and your lawn is ready for some TLC. Aren’t you tired of having a lawn that you’re not satisfied with? Understanding the basics of seed selection, installation and proper maintenance will lead to a healthier lawn and even less work! Also, knowing what problems to look for and the best control methods will help you achieve that lush green lawn this summer. Instructor: Vicki Jancef, horticulture instructor.
Date: Wednesday, April 2
Time: 6:30-9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19
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Tree and Shrub Pruning
Is your landscaping getting out of control? Did you know that improper pruning can shorten the life of your plants? Learn the important reasons and techniques for pruning to create a beautiful and healthier landscape. We’ll look into how to prune, when to prune, tools and techniques for a variety of trees and shrubs. Come with your questions and don’t miss this session. Instructor: Vicki Jancef, horticulture instructor.
Date: Wednesday, April 9
Time: 6:30-9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19
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Livable Landscaping and Design
Do you have an outdoor home landscaping project in mind, but don’t know where to start? Learn all about how to work with a plan and the steps involved in creating a dream landscape design that will be attractive and functional. Learn how to do a site assessment, the principles of design, and what goes into proper plant selection. Then sit back and enjoy all summer long. Instructor: Vicki Jancef, horticulture instructor.
Date: Wednesday, March 26
Time: 6:30-9 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19
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Yoga for Everybody in Every Body
Introduce yourself to Hatha Yoga Vinayasa taught in a nonthreatening, noncompetitive style, beginning with gentler poses and progressing to more challenging ones. Attention will be given to proper alignment and breathing, uniting the body, mind, and spirit. Instructor: Karen Abbo, Level 5 Yogafit specialist.
Dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 6 – April 2
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $95
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Writing for Riches
Do you want to write for a magazine? How about putting the screenplay in your head on paper? Learn that writing is not always right! Break the old rules and create new ones. Taught by an award-winning journalist and writer David B. Lukow.
Dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 20-April 2 (no class March 19)
(six sessions)
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $79
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Three Founding Fathers
In three evenings you’ll hear surprising facts about three of our founding fathers — George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and John Adams. View artists’ renderings of their wives, their activities, and their homes. Sit back, listen and watch the rich history of our emerging nation unfold in the lives of these dedicated founders. Which one was an immigrant? Who fought the Indians in Pennsylvania? Which took a lover? Did Hamilton die needlessly? See you in February! Instructor: Mary Louise Berg.
Dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 13 – 27
(three sessions)
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $59
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Escape to Gain Safety:
A Women’s Self-Protection Seminar
When only the next three seconds count ... . Do you worry about walking home or being on campus alone? Do you become anxious walking to your car in a secluded area or when entering an elevator late at night? Learn about “Proactive Protection” methods such as: situational awareness tactics, power projection through body posturing and vocalization, and initial response to unwanted attention. Also learn “Reactive Defenses” methods such as: defending effectively against assaults from all angles, escape from ground mount positions, use of common items for defensive purposes. Be prepared — you owe it to yourself. Instructor: Stephen Cliffe, founder and chief instructor, Imminent Threat Defense Systems.
Date: Saturday, Feb 9
Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: TBD
Fee: $95, NU students $75
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Tall Ship Pirate Cruise — Just for Kids
Ahoy lads and lasses! Climb aboard the three-masted schooner and Pirate Ship “Empire Sandy” where ye’ll be setting sail for an incredible three-hour cruise. Become a scallywag for the day as ye take part in scavenger treasure hunts and pirate games, help hoist the Jolly Roger, listen to sea shanties, have your face painted pirate-style, see and hear the ship’s thundering canon as it is fired at surrounding phantom pirate ships, take part in a delicious “Shiver Me Timbers” lunch buffet on the quarterdeck and, who knows, maybe even silently sail over Davey Jones’ Locker! Avast ye matey, and sign up today for a Pirate Cruise ye’ll not soon forget! (Arr... Know this me’ buccaneers, the ship sails rain or shine and the destination is at Captain Eric’s discretion ... so come prepared!)
Dates: Friday, June 6
Time: 8:30 a.m.-noon
OR 12:30-4 p.m.
Fee: $45
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Tall Ship Dinner Cruise on Lake Ontario
Take part in this fun-filled dinner-dance cruise on Lake Ontario from dusk to midnight, with entertainment by the blues group The Midnight Shift. (Dress casually and bring a sweater or jacket.) A roast beef and pasta dinner with salads and side dishes, fabulous desserts, and coffee/tea is included. Cash bar available. Passengers must be 19 years of age or over. The ship leaves Port Dalhousie (East Pier) at 8 p.m. (boarding begins at 7:30 p.m.). The ship sails rain or shine.
Dates: Saturday, June 7
Time: 8 p.m.-midnight
Fee: $79
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Tall Ship Cruise Through History
Join us for a leisurely six-hour historical cruise in the waters of western Lake Ontario and the lower Niagara River. Relive the historic episodes leading up to, during and following the War of 1812, marvel at the natural history of the Niagara River, and quietly glide over the final resting sites of some of Lake Ontario’s sunken ships from the past two centuries. The cruise will embark from Port Dalhousie (East Pier) at 10:30 a.m. (boarding time 10 a.m.) and will include a continental breakfast, a full-course dinner of roast beef, pasta, salads and side dishes, fabulous desserts and coffee/tea, as well as a daylong educational commentary by noted Niagara historian Professor Wesley Turner. Note: The ship sails rain or shine. The distance covered throughout the trip is directly dependent upon current, wind, and weather conditions and is at the sole discretion of the captain of the ship. Fee includes cruise, commentary, food, applicable marine fees, and taxes. Cash bar is available to individuals 19 years of age and over. Maps and boarding passes will be mailed out the week prior to the cruise.
Dates: Saturday, June 7
Time: 10:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Fee: $89
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Tall Ship—Welland Canal Sunday Lunch Cruise
Here’s a totally unique opportunity — a daylong cruise aboard the tallship Empire Sandy to explore some of the locks, bridges, and history of the St. Lawrence Seaway’s Welland Canal. You’ll experience, first-hand, the actual raising and lowering process for ships within the canal system by traveling back and forth through the first two locks of the canal. With an educational commentary throughout the trip by noted Niagara historian Professor Wesley Turner, you’ll travel a component of the very same route which international lakers and liners travel between the Great Lakes, Erie and Ontario. The ship will then hoist the sails for a fun sail on Lake Ontario before returning to the dock at Port Dalhousie (East Pier). A lovely Sunday luncheon is included in this fun-filled event. Note: The ship sails rain or shine. The distance covered throughout the trip is directly dependent upon current, wind, and weather conditions and is at the sole discretion of the captain of the ship. Fee includes cruise, commentary, food, applicable marine fees, lock passage fees, and taxes. Cash bar is available to individuals 19 years of age and over. Maps and boarding passes will be mailed out the week prior to the cruise.
Dates: Sunday, June 8
Time: 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Fee: $95
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That Jazz Is so Cool
If you have experience playing guitar, now get into the real cool stuff by learning jazz. Students will learn from one of the best in the area, and will gain knowledge of great jazz concepts (comping, soloing, walking bass lines, and chord melody). A basic understanding of chords and scales is required for this class. Don’t let this class pass you by because ... That Jazz Is so Cool. Instructor: Jamie Holka.
Dates: Mondays, April 7 – May 26
(eight sessions)
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: O’Shea Pres. Suite Fee: $99
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Power Words
You have heard that education is power; well, now you can get 40 pieces of power in this great seminar. Learn how to utilize 40 powerful words and also understand commonly misused words. You will go away from this class with the tools that will keep you growing in your career and in life. Sign up now. Instructor: William Leggiero, Jr.
Date: Tuesday, March 4
Time: 6- 8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $34, group discount fee: $30
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CN U RD THS?
If you hesitated, you need to take this class! Don’t let the world of text messaging pass you by. This class will teach you common text messaging abbreviations and their meanings as well as texting etiquette, emotions and hands on techniques and tips. Don’t miss out H2CUS! Instructor: Kyle Moody, CIS major.
Date: Saturday, March 8
Time: 10 a.m. – noon
Location: Dunleavy, room TBD
Fee: $19
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The Dummies’ Guide to Flying
Fasten your seatbelts for this informative course on basic aerodynamics, airport safety, airplane identification, and air traffic control from a retired pilot and airport manager. Find out what really happens when you take off and land in a plane. Be informed about seat classes, air crews, turbulence, weather and more. Instructor: Richard Pealer, retired pilot.
Date: Friday, March 14
Time: 6-8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $19
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Double Your Reading Speed in One Workshop!
This real speed-reading technique is taught by a Guinness Book world record holder. If you are seeking that “competitive edge” that will help you advance in your studies or career, this will show you how. Fast and accurate reading is a powerful success factor and a valuable skill, because you can achieve better grades and promotions when you read and comprehend in less time than your competition. Dave will start the program with a powerful tool that will give you complete control of your focus level. Then he will apply this focus technique to reading. Once you finish this exercise you will be amazed by how your eyes naturally drift faster over the words with no loss in comprehension. If you practice this technique at home you can achieve even greater results. Many students have raised their reading speed by even 500 percent with no loss of comprehension on the first day. Instructor: David Farrow, Guinness Book world record holder.
Date: Wednesday, April 9
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $59
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So You Want to be a CLOWN! Clowning Made Simple ~ Part I
Come one, come all and become a clown. This five-week, hands-on, interactive class will have you on your way to becoming a great clown. This class will introduce you to the art of clowning by exploring the different types of clowns, helping you discover your own clown persona, and offering helpful hints on putting together a fascinating costume. In addition, you will learn how to make balloon animals, basic magic tricks, plate spinning and juggling. Instructor: Rainbow the Clown.
Dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 6 – March 5 (no class Feb. 13)
(five sessions)
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $49
(minimal fees for make-up will be discussed in class)
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So You Want to be a Better CLOWN! Clowning Made Simple ~ Part II
This class is designed as a continuation of Clowning Made Simple, Part I, or for clowns who would like to expand their knowledge and skills. In this class we will continue with balloon animals, magic tricks and juggling. In addition, puppetry, storytelling, skits and performing at birthday parties will be presented. Students continue to learn skills enabling them to become a great clown. At the end of this five-week session, all clowns will participate in a graduation ceremony, enabling them to show off their skills. Instructor: Rainbow the Clown.
Dates: Wednesdays, March 12 – April 6 (no class March 19)
(five sessions)
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $49
(minimal fees for make-up will be discussed in class)
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Millionaire Memory
Dave Farrow, the Guinness Book world record holder for greatest memory (he memorized 2,704 cards, randomly shuffled), shows you how to succeed and make more money by boosting your memory. Improve sales, unleash laser-like focus, impress everyone, master languages, and never forget another name or special occasion! In just one morning, Dave helps you unleash your memory and focus your power. Join the thousands of people, from professionals to students, who have benefited from his proven technique. Triple your memory, guaranteed! Discover powerful memory techniques you can use right now. You’ll not only increase your memory but also your confidence and intelligence! Get noticed on the job and earn more. Get more done in less time! Dave’s memory technique has been featured on CNN, Fox News, The Shopping Channel, and more than 800 radio and television interviews. Now experience it live! Instructor: David Farrow is an author, speaker and founder of the National Institute of Memory and Visualization. He also owns Wizardtech (a corporate training company) and Accella Scientific (a nano-biotechnology company).
Date: Tuesday, April 8
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $59
Niagara Scuba Center Presents
Niagara Scuba Center teaches a full range of SCUBA courses which include entry-level open water certification, advanced, rescue diving, divemaster, assistant instructor and beyond. Students supply their own mask, fins and snorkel. All instructors are fully trained and certified to PADI professional standards and carry professional liability insurance. Niagara Scuba Center is fully registered and insured as a PADI five-star instructional facility. All classes will be held at Niagara Scuba Center, 7815 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, N.Y. To register for these classes only, contact the Niagara Scuba Center at (716) 283-3483. Call the center for additional dates and times.
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Discover Scuba Diving
The PADI Discover Scuba Diving program introduces people to scuba diving in a highly supervised and relaxed manner, letting individuals try it for themselves. Under the guidance of a PADI professional, new divers learn basic safety concepts, put on equipment, and swim around underwater in a closely supervised environment. Costs may be credited toward the Open Water Scuba Diver course.
Dates/ Times: Jan. 23 & 28/6-9 p.m.
Feb. 20 & 25/6-9 p.m.
Location: Niagara Scuba Center
Fee: $35
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Open Water Scuba Diver
The PADI Open Water Scuba Diver course is the world’s most popular scuba certification course. Learning to scuba dive requires both knowledge development (facts, principles, concepts) and motor procedures (skills, techniques, methods). The PADI Open Water Scuba Diver course provides the knowledge development. You develop the skills by actually diving with a PADI Instructor at Niagara Scuba Center’s inhouse pool, your local PADI five-star dive center. Minimum age — 10; no prerequisites.
Dates/Times: Jan. 23 & 28/6-9 p.m.
Feb. 20 & 25/6-9 p.m
Location: Niagara Scuba Center
Fee: $220 (includes crewpack and use of DVD)
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Advanced Open Water Diver
Move your scuba diving up a notch and experience real adventure with the PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course. You make five dives and have the opportunity to try some of diving’s most rewarding and useful specialty activities, such as deep diving, digital underwater photography, wreck diving and much more. Minimum age — 12; prerequisite: Open Water certification.
Dates/Times Jan. 23 & 28/6-9 p.m.
Feb. 20 & 25/6-9 p.m
Location: Niagara Scuba Center
Fee: $249 (includes text)
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Rescue Diver
Challenging and rewarding best describes the PADI Rescue Diver course. This course will expand your knowledge and experience level. Rescue divers learn to look beyond themselves and consider the safety and well-being of other divers. Although this course is challenging, it is a rewarding way to build your confidence. Minimum age — 12; prerequisite: Advanced certification and CPR training.
Dates/ Jan. 23 & 28/6-9 p.m.
Times: Feb. 20 & 25/6-9 p.m
Location: Niagara Scuba Center
Fee: $299 (includes text)
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Introduction to Coin and Relic Hunting (with field trip)
This course will explain and acquaint you to the finer points of coin and relic hunting with the use of metal detectors. The intrinsic benefits of exercise, both mental and physical, coupled with the excitement and satisfaction of a successful outing, will deepen the desire to delve into the research of, and history associated with, both the targeted area and the coins and relics of the past. This course will cover a basic understanding of how a metal detector works as well as the history of its development. It will also explain the laws and protocols governing the pursuit and retrieval of coins and relics. How and where to research prime locations is discussed, as are tips on how to spot undocumented roadside sites. Suggestions are offered on the basic necessities one should consider before a foray, as well as on the peripheral electronics and equipment that would enhance a neophyte’s developing interests. Last but not least, we’ll discuss the plants and insects that can make for an uncomfortable, if not health-threatening, experience. If you are searching for an activity that is fun, healthy, and occasionally profitable, this course may be for you.
Dates: Saturdays, May 10–31
(no class May 24)
Time: 10 a.m.-noon
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $59
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One Stroke Painting
Learn the fun and easy decorative painting technique developed by Donna Dewberry and seen on PBS and HSN. You will learn basic techniques that blend, shade and highlight with one stroke of the brush. Absolutely no prior painting experience needed. This fantastic series will take you through the basics of brush handling and simple petal strokes to complete a wildflower wall plaque. You will also learn techniques necessary to paint Donna Dewberry’s signature wiggle leaf and sunflowers to create a sunflower and rosebud serving tray. All supplies necessary to complete projects will be provided. Instructor: Daria Sterner, One Stroke certified instructor.
Dates: Tuesdays, Feb. 19 – March 11
(four sessions)
Time: 6-8 pm
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $79
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Learn to Play Guitar
Don’t say to yourself “I wish I could play guitar like that,” because now, you can. Take this simple, easy-to-learn program from one of the best guitarists in the area and start playing. Students should bring a basic classical guitar to this group lesson class. Start today and soon you’ll be playing the way you’ve always wanted to. Instructor: Jamie Holka, third place, Rock Guitar Competition.
Dates: Wednesdays, March 5– April 30 (no class March 19)
(eight sessions)
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location: O’Shea Pres. Suite
Fee: $99
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The Dale Carnegie Course®
The newly transformed Dale Carnegie Course® teaches participants how to strengthen interpersonal relations, manage stress, and handle fast-changing workplace conditions. What’s more, you’ll develop a take-charge attitude that allows you to initiate with confidence and enthusiasm. You will learn self-confidence, improved interpersonal skills, listening skills, leadership skills, improved memory and much more in this world-renowned class.
Dates: 12 sessions, rolling admission
Time: 6-9:30 p.m.
Location: TBD
Fee: $1,495 (books and supplies included)
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Curling for Beginners
Curling is a unique winter sport that provides adults with physical activity in a social setting. Curling became an official Olympic sport in 1998, is often described as shuffleboard on ice, and involves four people on a team. This course is intended for Americans and Canadians from the Niagara area, and will be taught by both American and Canadian instructors. Come out and learn the activity that will make your winter fly, beginning with the rules of the game, basic delivery and sweeping instruction, what makes a rock curl, why people sweep, and make some new friends while you’re at it. Instructors: OCA qualified instructors and experienced curling teachers.
Dates: Saturday, Jan. 26
Time: 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Location: Niagara Falls Curling Club, 5801 Morrison Street Niagara Falls, Ontario
Fee: $49
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How to Write Stories That Kids Will Love
This is a course for adults who want to write for children in pre-K through grade 3. Topics will include: “What’s a Story Anyway?”; “Who’s the Hero Here?”; “Easing into Easy-to-Reads”; “When It’s Time to Turn to Rhyme”; “Picturing a Picture Book”; and “To Market, to Market – Finding the Right Publisher for Your Work.” Participants will have opportunities to share their own work and to solicit suggestions from others in the class. Note: While the course is designed for those who want to write for young children, it may also be useful to teachers, parents, illustrators, and those who want to write for older readers. Instructor: Mary Furlong, published author.
Dates: Saturdays, March 8 – April 19 (no class March 22)
(five sessions)
Time: 9-11 a.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $79
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Digital Photography
Discover how to stop taking digital snapshots and start creating photographs with the WOW factor. Discover your inner creativity through the basic principles of photography in simple, down-to-earth language. Practice what you discover through the weekly photographic assignments. If you love to take pictures, bring your digital camera and find out how creative you can be. Instructor: Chester Barosky, Web developer, digital photographer.
Dates: Mondays, Feb. 4 – 25
(four sessions)
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $39
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Beginner Ballroom Dancing
Don’t be a wallflower at your next dance, wedding or party! If you’ve always wanted to learn how to ballroom dance, this is the right place for you. Learn to dance for fun and fitness! This course on social dancing will get you on the dance floor in no time as you learn your smooth and Latin dances. Instructor: Joevene Viola, dance teacher.
Dates: Thursdays, Feb. 7 – April 10 (no class Feb. 14 or March 20)
(eight sessions)
Time: 7-8 p.m.
Location: Gallagher Center, Under the Taps
Fee: $49 per person
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Intermediate Ballroom Dancing
This course is a continuation of Beginner Ballroom Dancing, offering more advanced steps with added patterns and styling. You will learn both ballroom smooth and Latin dance steps with emphasis on floor craft and technique. Make your social dancing more interesting and lots of fun. Instructor: Joevene Viola, dance teacher.
Dates: Thursdays, Feb. 7 – April 10 (no class Feb. 14 or March 20)
(eight sessions)
Time: 8-9 p.m.
Location: Gallagher Center, Under the Taps
Fee: $49 per person
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You’re on the Air: How to Really Make it in Voice-Overs!
(A one-time, 1½ hour online class)
Voice-overs are hot today! You do not have to be an actor to get voiceover work, but it certainly doesn’t hurt! With such noticeable talent as James Earl Jones, Linda Hunt, and Donald Sutherland lending their voices to commercials, films, and videos, one would think that it would be next to impossible to break into this field. Not so! You’ll learn about an exciting new way to get around the competition and actually turn voice-overs into a thrilling full- or part-time business! You’ll watch this informative and state-of-the-art, high-tech class from the comfort of your own home! All you need is a computer with an Internet connection! You’ll learn from Dan Levine and Heather Costa via a video webcast from Dan Levine’s studio in Vermont. You’ll interact and have your questions answered with Heather via a toll-free teleconference call. You’ll even get a personal evaluation of your voice from Heather after the end of the class!
Dan Levine , a well-known commercial producer and Tony Award nominated composer, and Heather Costa, successful voice-over artist, will discuss voice-over technique and introduce students to the voice-over business as a whole. They will talk about the numerous opportunities, the income potential and the all-important “demo” and how to have it produced. You’ll step up to the microphone and do some practice recording, and best of all, you’ll hear the results! Dan Levine, who has produced hundreds of commercials and has received numerous awards, including a CLIO for the American Cancer Society anti-smoking campaign, teaches this popular course around the country, and many of his students can now be heard on the air doing commercials, talk shows, traffic reports, etc.
Dates: Tuesday, April 1
Time: 8-9:30 p.m.
Location: Online
Fee: $19
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Colonial Hearth Cooking at NU and Old Fort Niagara
Back by popular demand — all new recipes! In this time period, we try to cook meals in 15 minutes, but what was it like in past times without microwaves? A culinary encounter with early America, this adult course will allow participants to learn about 18th century foods, cooking and table manners. Class members will produce a meal for themselves at Old Fort Niagara using the original hearth, cooking techniques, recipes and equipment. A tour of the fort is included. This class is perfect for people who are curious about food history, and who want to try old recipes and experience a different taste! Instructor: Kate Emerson, who has more than 15 years experience teaching colonial cooking.
Dates/Times
Lecture – Tuesday, May 13/6:30-8:30 p.m.
Cooking – Saturday, May 17/9 a.m.-1 p.m.
(two sessions)
Location: Lecture – Niagara University
Cooking – Old Fort Niagara
Fee: $34
(includes supplies and admission to Old Fort Niagara (admission good only on the day of the program)
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Angels in our Midst
What is it about angels that attracts so many, especially young people? Exactly who or what are these mysterious beings who turn up at the strangest times? What do angels look like? Examine these questions concerning God’s bridge to humankind. Discover from a Judaeo-Christian perspective the various roles of these heavenly messengers in scripture and in our lives. Inspirational stories will be shared concerning the presence of angels in society. This will be an evening that promises to lift your spirits and leave you feeling hopeful about life. Instructor: Monica Saltarelli, Niagara University campus minister.
Date: Thursday, April 3
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $14
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Angels in our Midst, Part II
Did the initial “Angels in our Midst” leave you wanting more? How savvy are you about the angels in the Bible? Did you know that even Jesus was affected by the angels? Come and find out how God’s message was brought forth through angels. Be ready to encounter more angels in daily living. Instructor: Monica Saltarelli, Niagara University campus minister.
Date: Thursday, April 10
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room TBD
Fee: $14
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Defensive Driving Course Offers 10% discount on auto insurance
Niagara University offers defensive driving courses in association with the New York Safety Program. Completing the course entitles you to a 10 percent discount on your automobile insurance premiums in the state of New York each year for three consecutive years. The Department of Motor Vehicles will also deduct up to four points from your driving record if points were assigned in the last 18 months. Certain restrictions apply to the point reduction privilege. Niagara University urges all drivers, whether youthful, experienced, or mature, to take this six-hour defensive driving course. Instructors: NYSP certified teachers.
Dates:
Jan. 19
Feb. 9
Feb. 19 & 21
March 8
March 11 & 13
April 12
April 15 & 17
Times: Two-day weeknights 6-9 p.m. both nights or
Saturdays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Location: Dunleavy Hall, room 103
Fee: $35
(TEEX) Emergency Medical Service Operations and Planning for Weapons of Mass Destruction
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to demonstrate the skills necessary for proper detection and monitoring, triage, mass decontamination, treatment, stabilization, self-protection, and cross-contamination prevention. Prerequisites: visit www.teexwmdcampus.com for two free online courses. For more information contact the Office of Continuing Education at Niagara University 716-286-8181 or John C. Malinchock 716-867-4650.
Dates: April 4-6
WMD/Terrorism Incident Defensive Operations for Emergency Responders
This course focuses on the special challenges faced by responders in dealing with a WMD or terrorist incident. Upon completion, participants will be able to respond to a WMD/Hazmat incident in a “defensive mode.” This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to obtain certification through NPQS (ProBoard) at the hazardous materials operations level (24-hour course). For more information contact the Office of Continuing Education at Niagara University 716-286-8181 or John C. Malinchock 716-867-4650.
Dates/Times March 6-7/ 6-10 p.m.
March 8-9/ 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
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Basic EMT Original
This course introduces the student to basic life-support knowledge, skills and concepts as recognized by the New York State Department of Health. Upon successful completion of the course and a state practical skills examination, the student will be allowed to sit for the NYSDOH written examination. Course content includes the legal aspects of emergency care, medical and trauma assessment, blood-borne pathogens and universal precautions, airway management and adjunct usage pharmacology and emergency medication administration, CPR and Automatic External Defibrillation, hemorrhage control, spinal immobilization, fracture management, hazardous materials awareness, childbirth, weapons of mass destruction awareness, and environmental and medical emergencies. Students successfully completing the course will be issued certificates by Niagara University and the American Heart | 
