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FALL 2015 CATALOG

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DIRECTOR’S NOTE

Warmest Greetings!In this first ever note as the Director of this uniquely fantastic institution, I would like to thank all the instructors and the University of Washington community for always supporting the ExCo! With the start of the new academic year at the University, the Experimental College is all geared up with an amazing line-up of classes. Be it Sports, Travel, Technology, Self-help or the Arts, there is something in here for everyone. This catalog is an open invitation for all the members of the UW and Seattle community to Come Explore! It’s time for new experiences.Be Boundless!

Aditi BhideASUW Experimental College Director 2015-2016

General Info 1Arts & Crafts 4Culinary Arts 8Dance 8Exercise & Health 11Language 12Literature & Writing 13Mind, Body, & Soul 14Music 15Photography 17

Professional Development 17Self Improvement 18Sports & Recreation 19Stage & Screen 19Technology 21Travel 22One Night Wonders / On a Budget 23Course Index 24Registration Form 25

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COME EXPLOREWHAT IS THE EXPERIMENTAL COLLEGE?

The Experimental College (ExCo) is an ASUW business run by full-time students offering a wide range of non-academic, not-for-credit classes. Our classes are open to University of Washington students and the general public, and are taught by both passionate community members and students. Classes take place on the University of Washington campus and around Seattle neighborhoods. We offer a new catalog of courses each quarter. We were founded in 1968 by a group of University of Washington students seeking education in areas outside of the traditional uni-versity environment, and we remain committed to this goal today.

HOW FEES WORK

Checks for the Registration Fee should be made payable to the University of Washington. Checks that are returned due to insuf-ficient funds will be assessed a $25 service fee.

Checks for the Instructor Course Fee should be made payable to the instructor.

Registration FeeGeneral Public $12 per class

UW Student $5 per class+

Instructor Course FeePaid to instructor on first day of class

by cash or check

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HOW TO REGISTER FOR A CLASS

CONTACT US

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IN PERSONUniversity of Washington HUB, Room 131JMonday – Friday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

COURSE LOCATION INFORMATION

You can find the general neighborhood location of your class at the end of each course description. However, you will only be given the specific street address (or on-campus building) when you register, for security purposes.

REGISTRATION RECEIPT

Registration done online, by phone or by mail will be confirmed through email. The Experimental College requests that students bring their registration receipts to the first day of class and student IDs if University of Washington student.

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FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation, contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: (206) 543–6450/V, (206) 543–6452/TTY, (206) 685–7264 (Fax) or email [email protected].

OUR INSTRUCTORS

The Experimental College instructors are a dedicated and tal-ented group, competitively chosen, representing members of the University of Washington and the greater Seattle area. All of our instructors are local professionals with expertise in their respective fields.

DISCLAIMER

Experimental College classes do not serve as endorsements or advertisements for any specific business, service, consultant or methodology. Information, knowledge or techniques obtained through an Experimental College course remain the views of the individual instructor.

BECOME AN INSTRUCTOR!

Do you have a great idea for a class? Share it with the Experi-mental College and the greater Seattle community! To receive an application to teach a new course, please call (206) 543–4375, or apply online at our website: EXCO.ORG. We look forward to hearing from you!

STUDENT VS. GENERAL PUBLIC

“Student” is a currently enrolled undergraduate, graduate or professional student at the University of Washington. ESL, Exten-sion Program students, alumni and staff are not eligible for the “student” rates.

INSTRUCTOR’S COURSE FEE

Instructor’s Course Fees covers supplies, instructor’s time and the classroom rental. Unless otherwise noted or implied in the course description there will not be extra expenses for your class. Instructor course fee is paid directly to the instructor on the first day of class by cash or check, or other method agreed to by the instructor.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Names, emails and phone numbers are provided to instructors so that they may contact students regarding classes. ExCo does not release any personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

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A “One Night Wonder” is a course offered over only one class period.

“New” courses are courses the Experimental College is offering for the first time.

A “section” is a time that a course is offered. If a course has more than one section, it means the in-structor offers the same material at different times—take your pick!

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THANK YOU

The Experimental College would like to thank the following people for our success: Our instructors; the ASUW Board of Directors; the Student Activities Office; our Advisors, Jennifer Pope and Rene Singleton; Maggie Keech, Kristi Walker and UW Publica-tions; Rotary Offset Press; and the entire University of Washing-ton student population who allow us to work on their behalf.

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ARTS & CRAFTS

A BOOK IN A BOXBonnie Thompson-NormanSec 1: Sat. 11/7-Sun. 11/8 10:00am-5:00pmLearn the basics of traditional bookbinding and box making as you create a hard cover, cloth bound book and a custom-made clamshell box. You will be introduced to the techniques and materials of the craft of bookbind-ing: papers and adhesives, folding and sewing a blank book, constructing a square back case binding, &c. The second day, step by step, you mea-sure and construct a matching box in which to house the book. Taught by a full-time, professional bookbinder in a fully equipped studio where you have all you need to create professional looking books and boxes for your albums, journals, &c.

General Public / $140 UW Students / $98Max Enrollment / 8 Location / Wedgwood

CARTOONING FOR FUN AND PROFITNils OsmarSec 1: Sat. 10/17 10:00am-4:30pmSec 2: Sun. 10/25-11/8 10:00am-12:00pmCartooning is fun! In this easy introductory class, you’ll learn how to cre-ate your own cartoon characters and show them in action, even if you’ve never drawn before. It’s fun and easy; anyone can learn. Course covers drawing cartoon faces and figures; creating your own characters; tips for drawing cartoons, comic books & comic strip. Plus: How to get your car-toons published & make some $$’s doing cartooning. The instructor’s cartoons have been published internationally. Total beginners are wel-come. You can take it as a 3 wk class or a 1 day workshop. More info: http://123classes.com/cartoon.General Public / $99 UW Students / $95Max Enrollment / 20 Location / On Campus

CERAMICS CLASSBetsy AlexanderSec 1: Weds. 10/14-12/2 9:30am-12:30amThis is an eight week clay class that includes wheel throwing skills, hand building techniques, glazing and firing. Come and try out the wonderful art of clay.General Public / $240 UW Students / $168Max Enrollment / 6 Location / Ballard

CHINESE CULTURE AND CALLIGRAPHY Yulin ShenSec 1: Thurs. 10/1 6:30pm-7:30pmChinese is the easiest oral language without any conjugations. Chinese Culture is all-embracing, from chopsticks to brush pen, from acupuncture to herbal medicine, but calligraphy is considered the highlight of Chinese culture. The Chinese invented a magic weapon, the brush pen, thousands of years ago. Using a brush pen, China has developed a unique art-Chi-nese calligraphy. You can enjoy the beauty of lines, the rhythm, and the contrast of value in different calligraphy styles, even if you don’t know the Chinese language. Chinese brush pen will bring you to a different world of art and culture. General Public / $25 UW Students / $20Max Enrollment / 15 Location / On Campus

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FX MAKE-UP 2: CUTS, BURNS, AND BRUISES! Seth WolfsonSec 1: Sat. 10/17 9:00am-5:00pmIn this class, students will learn how to create realistic out-of-kit make-up effects which will look great and believable even when filmed in high def. With the instructor’s guidance, we’ll practice making totally convincing cuts, bruises, burns, and bullet holes. The instructor, Seth Wolfson, has worked for PBS, Universal Studios, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Wax Figure Shop, and others. You can take this class alone or along with Seth’s other Make-up FX classes, in any order. There is a $75 materials fee payable to the instructor in class. For more info, go to: http://123classes.com/FX.

General Public / $99 UW Students / $95Max Enrollment / 12 Location / On Campus

DRAWING FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERSNils OsmarSec 1: Sat. 10/24-11/7 10:00am-12:00pmAnyone can draw…this means you! In this fun and easy step-by-step class, aimed at total beginners, we’ll work our way through a number of exercis-es designed to train the eye, hand and imagination to work together as a unit, or a team. Most students notice striking improvement in their draw-ings as the class moves along. Whether your goal is to be able to draw what you see from life or photos, or draw from memory or imagination, this class will help. You can either bring your own materials or buy a kit in class. More info: www.123classes.com/draw.


NO CLASSES ON UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYSPlease note: classes do not run on university holidays. If you are considering a class that would normally fall on one of these dates, please contact our office for a more complete list of class days.

COLORED PENCIL DRAWING FOR BEGINNERSNils OsmarSec 1: Sun. 11/15 10:00am-4:30pmColored pencils are fun! In this fun, step-by-step class, aimed at total beginners, we’ll start out by learning foundation skills including stippling, hatching, cross-hatching, and scrumbling, then practice laying in fields of color and blending them in a variety of ways. Plus: paper surfaces, layering, burnishing, and how to give your colored penciled drawings a vivid and beautiful “painted” appearance. We’ll use pencils with soft, easy to blend leads and brilliant pigments which glide on to the paper to layer and blend beautifully. More info: http:/123classes.com/color.


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FUN AND FANCY CALLIGRAPHY WITH POINTED PENS! Caitlin DundonSec 1: Mon. 11/2-11/16 7:00pm-9:00pmExplore the elegant art of pointed pen calligraphy - the style used by many wedding calligraphers. Learn through a step-by-step approach starting with lower case and upper case letters followed by creating words, making sentences and adding flourishes and other artistic touches. Students will come away with several greeting cards, quotations and po-ems in their own lettering style working with different inks and papers written in their own calligraphy. A great class for both beginners and ex-perienced. There is a $5 supply fee payable to the instructor in class. http://123classes.com/calligraphy.General Public / $99 UW Students / $95Max Enrollment / 20 Location / On Campus.

FX MAKE-UP 1: MAKE A LIFE MASK!Seth WolfsonSec 1: Sun. 11/8 9:00am-5:00pmLife masks are realistic sculptures of a living person’s face. They make wonderful gifts, mementos and works of art, and can also be used as a foun-dation for foam latex and silicon makeup effects. In this class, you’ll learn a fun, safe, and easy way to make one. The instructor, Seth Wolfson, has worked for PBS, Universal Studios, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Wax Figure Shop, and others. You can take this class alone or along with Seth’s other Make-up FX classes, in any order. There is a $50 materials fee payable to the instructor in class. For more info, go to: http://123classes.com/FX.


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MAGIC FOR FUN AND PROFITLeslie Thyagarajan

Sec 1: Thurs. 10/15-11/12 6:30pm-8:30pmLearn Magic Tricks for fun and profit. Amaze, Astonish family, friends and other animals; using ordinary objects like coins, cards, ropes and bands. Course is designed to make beginners look like a pro! Master mini mira-cles. Liven up a classroom or a business meeting, break the ice, be the life of a party, charm your date, entertain everybody...Some of the magic’s closely guarded secrets revealed.General Public / $99 UW Students / $70Max Enrollment / 20 Location / On Campus

FX MAKE-UP 3: ALIENS, MONSTERS AND ZOMBIES! Seth Wolfson

Sec 1: Sun. 10/25 9:00am-5:00pmBe a monster! Or just look like one! In this class, students will learn how to create realistic and believable aliens, monsters and zombies, using profes-sional make-up materials including kits, wax and latex. Great for filmmakers and fantasy-lovers. The instructor, Seth Wolfson, has done make-up for PBS, Universal Studios, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! Wax Figure Shop, and others. You can take this class alone or along with Seth’s other Make-up FX classes, in any order. There is a $75 materials fee pay-able to the instructor in class. For more info, go to: http://123classes.com/FX.General Public / $99 UW Students / $95Max Enrollment / 12 Location / On Campus

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HOW TO DRAW PEOPLE: FACES, FIGURES, HANDS AND FEETNils OsmarSec 1: Sun. 10/25-11/8 12:30pm-2:30pmIn this easy, step-by-step class, open to total beginners, you’ll learn how to draw realistic faces and figures using an easy step-by-step method. Total beginners welcome! We’ll start out by drawing some figures based on simple shapes, learn about the proportions, then add shading and other details. Plus: drawing faces, features and hair; drawing hands and feet; drawing muscles; male & female figures; and more. A model will be present in one class meeting. Bring your own drawing materials or buy an inexpensive materials kit in class. Beginners welcome! More info: http://123classes.com/body.


LETTERPRESS PRINTED ARTIST’S BOOKSBonnie Thompson-NormanSec 1: Sat. 11/21-Sun. 11/22 10:00am-5:00pmHand made, hand printed, books are alive & well...and amazingly easy to produce! Create a limited edition artist’s book in this introduction to the traditional craft of letterpress printing. Together, participants create the text, set type by hand and print on original, old presses in an old-fash-ioned printing studio. Each class produces a unique project and participants get at least 5 copies. The studio, established in 1978, has hun-dreds of cases of type, several printing presses, paper cutter, board shear, &c. No experience necessary. Bring lunch. More info www.thewindow-panepress.com.General Public / $150 UW Students / $115Max Enrollment / 8 Location / Wedgwood

LEARN TO DRAW IN A DAY!NILS OSMAR

Sec 1: Sun. 10/18 10:00am-4:30pmSec 2: Sun. 11/22 10:00am-4:30pmIn this fun and easy, step-by-step Seattle drawing class, aimed at total be-ginners, you’ll learn the fundamentals of how to draw, even if you’ve never drawn before. You’ll learn to how to draw, sketch and doodle ob-jects based on simple shapes, add details and shading, and make your drawings look real and three-dimensional. It’s fun and easy — anyone can learn. (Note: This is the one-day version of the instructor’s “Drawing for Absolute Beginners.” It’s the same class, as a 1-day workshop.) You can bring your own materials or buy a materials kit in class. More info: http://123classes.com/day.


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PAINTING FOR EVERYONEGeorgetta GancarzSec 1: Weds. 10/14-11/4, 11/18-12/9 6:30pm-8:30pmDesigned for the beginner and intermediate, this course will focus on the individuality of each student. Working directly from models, memory or imagination, students will be encouraged to explore color, form, space, composition and technique as a source of personal expression. Acrylic, oil paint and other media will be explored. There will be individual feed-back to assist students in their vision.Instructor is a professional artist, director of ART-POLI and has exhibited work in the Metropolitan Museum of Art; Great class! Optional materials fee $35; not included in the course fees.General Public / $125 UW Students / $80Max Enrollment / 20 Location / On Campus

PAINTING PORTRAITSIlana ZweschiSec 1: Sat. 11/7-11/21 1:00pm-3:30pmIn this fun and focused Seattle painting class, students will learn how to paint beautiful, recognizable and expressive portraits with oils. Begin-ners are welcome! We’ll work from photos using grids so that drawing the portrait becomes a simple and easy process even for those with no experience. We’ll then add color, learning how the face can hold yellows, peaches, and browns and a wide range of beautiful colors. You can bring your own materials or buy an inexpensive kit of paints, brushes and can-vas paper in class. More info: http://123classes.com/paint.


PERFORMANCE ART: BODY ART, HAPPENINGS, AND SOCIAL PRACTICEAlex BerrySec 1: Tues. 10/13-11/17 6:00pm-7:30pmInterested in social art? Want to participate in street art interventions? Or use your body as art? In this class we discuss what Performance art is and why we do it. This is NOT a dance or theater class. We look at Performance art examples like: Marina Abramović hiked the Great Wall of China to end a relationship; or Emma Sulkowicz carried her mattress on Columbia University’s campus every day to protest sexual assault. Each session opens with a bizarre participatory art exercise and student assignments explore body, time, space and audience to help develop ideas for their own original piece.


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MIXED MEDIA COLLAGECaitlin DundonSec 1: Sun. 11/1 10:00am-4:30pmExplore your creativity through collage. Using the “Put a Bird on It” theme, students will learn basic collage techniques with paper, then learn how to combine color and texture with paints, gel mediums, rubber stamps, etc. Learn how to incorporate xeroxed photos and magazine clipping and make them uniquely yours. Learn creative ways to add handwritten or printed words onto your art. Students will create several collages on paper and a final project on wood. Everyone is welcome! There is a $10 supply fee payable to instructor in class. For more informa-tion: http://123classes.com/collage.


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THE BOOK AS ARTBonnie Thompson-NormanSec 1: Sat. 10/24 10:00am-5:00pmMaking artist’s books is a creative way to incorporate images and/or writ-ing while learning fundamental techniques of book making. As you create one-of-a-kind books, instruction will include information about papers, adhesives, sewing and folding tips, simple hard cover, soft cover and ac-cordion bindings, how to produce small editions, &c. By the end of class, you will have built up skills in basic book structures and created a number of beautiful, unusual books including pop-ups and pamphlets to use as models for your own book projects. No experience necessary. Bring lunch.

General Public / $80 UW Students / $59Max Enrollment / 8 Location / Wedgwood

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ADULT BALLET EXERCISEMaren EricksonSec 1: Tues. 10/13-12/1 10:00am-11:00amSec 2: Tues. 10/13-11/17, 12/1 5:30pm-6:30pmSec 3: Thurs. 10/15-12/3 10:00am-11:00amEnjoy live music while you sculpt your body into the lean, muscular and graceful look of a ballet dancer. No experience necessary, all shapes and sizes welcome! The simplest ballet, Pilates and stretching exercises, with basic mat work and resistance bands, makes this class a great introduction to ballet or complement to other exercise forms. A truly ballet based ex-ercise class in a real ballet studio. This is a great class to take if you have not exercised recently. Become stronger and more flexible in this class taught by former professional dancers.General Public / $117 UW Students / $93Max Enrollment / 24 Location / University District

ADULT BEGINNING-INTERMEDIATE BALLETMaren EricksonSec 1: Mon. 10/12-11/30 5:00pm-6:30pmSec 2: Tues. 10/13-12/1 6:30pm-8:00pmSec 3: Thurs. 10/15-12/3 7:00pm-8:30pmSec 4: Fri. 10/16-12/04 6:00pm-7:30pmSec 5: Sat. 10/17-12/5 10:30am-12:00pmRediscover the grace, elegance and great workout of ballet in a class ex-clusively for adults with live musical accompaniment. Students with previous ballet experience will progress at a comfortable pace, while in-creasing strength, flexibility and technique. Center floor combinations will be introduced slowly, so that students who have not danced in a while will feel confident. All shapes and sizes welcome. sec 2 and 4 is INTERMEDIATE LEVEL; all others are Beginning-Intermediate level. Contact us if you would like a complimentary placement class BEFORE classes start.General Public / $130 UW Students / $120Max Enrollment / 24 Location / University District

course location informationYou can find the general neighborhood location of your class at the end of each course description. However, you will only be given the specific street address (or on-campus building) when you register, for security purposes.

BELGIAN BEER ME!Stu StuartSec 1: Sun. 11/09 7:00pm-9:00pmLearn about beer travel in the beer paradise of Belgium! With more than 1200 amazing beers brewed by more than 150 breweries in a country as large as Western Washington, the best beer, breweries, taprooms, beer cafes, abbeys, hotels and beer festivals await you. Instructed by Belgian Beer Me! Beer Tours founder Stu Stuart. Also covered will be beer travel in Europe in general. Formerly a beer appreciation class, it is now more focused on beer travel. Meet some like-minded folks in one fun, informa-tive meeting and experience the pleasures of some beers that may change your life! Must be at least 21. General Public / $20 UW Students / $20Max Enrollment / 30 Location / On Campus

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ADULT VERY BEGINNING BALLETMaren EricksonSec 1: Mon. 10/12-11/30 6:30pm-7:30pmSec 2: Thurs. 10/15-12/3 6:00pm-7:00pmSec 3: Sat. 10/17-12/5 9:30am-10:30amLearn ballet from the absolute, very beginning with live musical accom-paniment in a lovely old style studio with wood floors, mirrors and air conditioning. Ideal for individuals (all shapes and sizes!) who want ballet designed exclusively for adults. No experience necessary! This class will help students achieve the grace and posture of a ballet dancer, increasing flexibility and strength. The combination of a cultural experience, excel-lent live music and great workout from professional ballet teachers makes the class extremely popular. Come and dance with us! Section 3 is Very Beginning Ballet part 2 for students who have already taken Very Beginning Ballet.General Public / $117 UW Students / $93Max Enrollment / 24 Location / University District

APPALACHIAN CLOG DANCE - INTERMEDIATEAnne KuntzSec 1: Tues. 10/13-11/3 7:00pm-8:00pm Clogging is a lively form of percussive dance. You can learn intermediate level traditional Appalachian steps and figures in this four week course taught by members of the Eclectic Cloggers dance group. Knowledge and experience with the basic clogging step, the shuffle, “chugs”, and “pulls” is strongly recommended to get your happy feet moving in this quick paced course. Experienced step dancers of other persuasions such as Tap, Irish, Cape Breton, etc. are also encouraged to give this form of step dance a try. No clogs needed! Bring hard-soled shoes (that leave no marks) and join the fun! General Public / $35 UW Students / $20Max Enrollment / 20 Location / Phinney Ridge

ARGENTINE TANGO - EXPERIENCE THE PASSION Michelle BadionSec 1: Wed. 10/21-11/18 7:00pm - 8:00pmCome experience the sensual, exotic world of authentic Argentine Tango dancing. Once you try it, you’ll see why this dance is gaining popularity throughout the world. You’ll learn to dance this unique, special dance in a fun, easy environment. You don’t need experience, just desire. Learn to dance tango and get the scoop on where to Tango in Seattle.

General Public / $55 UW Students / $45Max Enrollment / 20 Location / University District

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CROSS STEP WALTZLinda Townsend WestSec 1: Wed. 10/14-11/4 7:30pm-8:30pmSec 2: Wed. 11/18-12/9 7:30pm-8:30pmEver imagine yourself sweeping gracefully around the dance floor to ro-mantic music? Then this dance is for you! This medium tempo waltz is based on crossing steps which give it more freedom of movement than the waltz most people know. It’s easy to learn, playful and fun -- and what’s old is new again in this lyrical, flowing dance that you’ll love for contemporary waltz tunes, songs you never dreamed were waltzes, waltz nights at the Century, or to dance at an elaborate waltz ball. Come learn to waltz! No experience, no partner necessary, new material each session, take either one or both.


INTRO TO BALLROOM DANCINGYu-San LongSec 1: Thurs. 10/22-11/12 7:00pm-8:00pmLearn the popular Ballroom, Swing, and Latin dances. Acquire the know-how of leading/following and move to rhythms of past and present music, and get the beat in Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Tango, Salsa, and Cha Cha, and to change from an observer to a participant at dances. These easy-to-learn dances prepare you for any dance function or for a special occasion (Wedding, cruise, party). Learning to do the moves and steps with ease and style will be time well spent and bring you a life-time of dance pleasure. All are welcome!General Public / $45 UW Students / $35Max Enrollment / 30 Location / University District

SALSA DANCING - LEVEL 1Michelle BadionSec 1: Tues. 10/27-11/17 7:00pm-8:00pmLearn Salsa dancing today. It’s fun and Seattle has great Salsa clubs for all ages. You’ll learn Salsa and Merengue from Seattle’s most well known in-structor and be ready to hit the clubs even if you have never danced before. You don’t need experience or a partner, just show up and you’ll be dancing the first day. Michelle has been teaching for over 20 years.


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BURLESQUE-INSPIRED DANCERebecca Lee

Sec 1: Mon. 10/12-11/30 6:00pm-7:00pmNot your grandmother’s dance class! Burlesque has been increasing in popularity in recent times and now you can learn to get in touch with your sensual side. Learn classic vintage dance steps and techniques as well as modern burlesque inspired movements in the comfort of your own yoga pants! We will focus on chorus-type dance numbers, using ex-aggerated hip movements, shimmies, and booty shakes. This class is for anyone who wants to feel more feminine and learn how to move with confidence!General Public / $89 UW Students / $74Max Enrollment / 22 Location / University District

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HOW DO YOU DANCE TO THAT? – FROM ROCK&ROLL TO ROCK MUSICLinda Townsend WestSec 1: Wed. 10/14-11/4 6:30pm-7:30pmSec 2: Wed. 11/18-12/9 6:30pm-7:30pmWho says you can’t dance to rock music? Come get your groove on dancing to great upbeat rock music from early R&R to current rock mu-sic, and everything in between. -- Early artists and bands like Little Richard, Bill Haley, James Brown, Cream, U2 -- to indies and superstars -- Everclear, Green Day, Pat Benatar, Patti Smith, Michael Jackson, Bruce Springsteen, Alicia Keys -- right up to today. We’ll learn a different dance style and some variations each session, to connect to the music -- solo and with a partner. And we’ll dance to *your* favorite tunes, too. Just bring ‘em to class.General Public / $45 UW Students / $33Max Enrollment / 25 Location / On Campus



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SURVIVAL DANCE FOR WEDDING AND PARTIES Michelle BadionSec 1: Tues. 10/27-11/17 8:00pm-9:00pmGoing to some weddings this fall? Want to be prepared? This class is for you! We’ll do fun partner dances like swing to a variety of music. No dance experience or partner is needed. Just show up and leave the danc-ing to Michelle. She is one of Seattle’s best dance instructors and will make the class fun and easy.


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AERIAL SILKSCharly McCrearySec 1: Tues. 10/27-12/1 7:30pm-9:00pmAre you ready to take your workout to all-new heights? Explore the excit-ing, challenging art of aerial silks in a safe and supportive environment. In this beginner-level course, students will build strength and learn basic aer-ial silks technique including climbs, locks, and basic combinations in the air on traditional and looped aerial fabrics. Exercises to integrate core and upper body musculature and exercises to improve flexibility will also be included. No previous dance training or aerial experience required, but participants should be fit, strong and ready to work hard while having fun.General Public / $120 UW Students / $99Max Enrollment / 18 Location / West Seattle

CAPOEIRA ANGOLASilvio Dos ReisSec 1: Tues. 10/13-12/1 5:00pm-6:00pmLearn to dance, play instruments, and sing in Brazilian Portuguese. The dance-fight game of Capoeira Angola weaves together intricate move-ments, mental and physical discipline, fight, strategy, and philosophy into a circle (roda) of joyful play. The game is spontaneous, un-choreo-graphed and essentially a physical conversation amonge players and musicians. In this class, you will learn the fluid movements that will enable you to improvise and respond with grace in the roda and in life.General Public / $100 UW Students / $80Max Enrollment / 15 Location / University District

SELF DEFENSE 101Joanne FactorSec 1: Sun. 10/11-11/15 10:00am-12:00pmIn just 6 sessions you’ll learn the 4 critical safety lessons: how to know when someone’s planning an assault, how to interrupt the assault process, simply effective physical skills, and managing post-event trauma. You’ll learn about real risks and assailant tricks, vulnerable targets and powerful impacts, and releases from the most common grabs. You’ll also explore the dynamics of abusive and manipulative relationships, and how to bet-ter manage them if you can’t get out of them. Great class to take with a friend.

General Public / $180 UW Students / $117Max Enrollment / 18 Location / International District

PURE MAT PILATESJANIS LEVINESec 1: Thurs. 10/15-12/3 6:30pm-7:30pmAll the traditional Pilates mat exercises, plus stretching. This class uses bands, Pilates fitness rings and small balls to help you tone your muscles, strengthen your core and sculpt your body. A one-hour class finishes with 5 minutes of yoga-style deep relaxation. Sculpt your body! Janis Levine, has over 13 years experience teaching both Pilates mat classes and per-sonal Pilates instruction. She brings her comprehensive knowledge as a career fitness instructor to deliver an educational and upbeat style Pilates class. This Pilates class is taught at an advanced beginner/Intermediate level, adding more cardio fitness and strength. Prior experience in Pilates or yoga classes suggested.

General Public / $89 UW Students / $69Max Enrollment / 20 Location / Phinney Ridge

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BASIC CONVERSATIONAL FRENCHAlain DautricourtSec 1: Sat. 10/17-11/28, Fri. 12/04Sec 1: Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm, Friday 6:30pm-8:30pmThis is a class for real beginners. By the end of this 16-hour session, the student should be able to communicate minimally in French in com-mon everyday life situations. While covering basic grammar, the course focuses on developing listening and speaking skills. Instructor is a native speaker and has been teaching for twenty years.


CRASH COURSE TRAVEL SPANISH LANGUAGE Caroline EdwardsSec 1: 11/16-11/19 (4 nights) 6:30pm-8:30pmThis class is ideal for those who travel to Spanish-speaking countries. We will cover the basics, sounds, grammar structure, and current Spanish lan-guage as it is used today. Handouts will be provided. We will participate in a fun game with prizes on the last day of class. Instructor has been teaching for 40 years. Instructor is contributing writer for the Lonely Planet, Moon Travel, Rough Guide travel book series. Conducts tours into Mexico. One person in a family gets $5 off, General Public only.


ENGLISH GRAMMAR: SPEAK WITH THE RIGHT VERB TENSESErica PedersenSec 1: Thurs. 10/15-11/19 7:00pm-8:30pmImprove your conversation skills with this fun, practical grammar class! We review the rules and then spend most of our class time answering ev-eryday questions that will show you how to use each verb form. When you can speak in the present, past, progressive, perfect and future tenses, you can really express yourself. After taking this class, you will sound more fluent, and you will feel more comfortable when you discuss a long-term project or tell your friends an amusing story.General Public / $100 UW Students / $80Max Enrollment / 15 Location / On Campus

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ENGLISH IDIOMS: 100 CASUAL EXPRESSIONSErica PedersenSec 1: Tues. 10/20-11/24 6:00pm-6:50pmAmericans use a lot of idioms! These are casual expressions with cultural meanings. When your friend needs to relax, you can say “lighten up!” If your plans are “not set in stone,” they might change. American TV shows and movies are full of these phrases. Take this class to learn 100 idioms. You will advance in your understanding of casual English. By using a few that you like, you will sound more fluent. In every class, we use speaking questions to give you lots of English practice.


ENGLISH PRONUNCIATION NOW: SPEAK CLEARLY Erica PedersenSec 1: Tues. 10/20-11/24 7:00pm-8:30pm If you are from another country, take this class to fully understand the sounds and stresses of standard American English. Some letters change in pronunciation from one language to another: R, L, Th, A, I and more. We also work on syllable stress and word stress to help you sound like a natural, fluent speaker. Using word lists and practice exercises, you can develop the understanding that you need to improve your pronunciation.




JAPANESE CONVERSATIONShigeki KajitaSec 1: Tues. 10/27-12/1 6:30pm-8:30pmLearn Japanese language in a relaxed, interactive environment from an experienced instructor. Shigeki has taught this class at the ASUW Experimental College for 28 years! There will be an emphasis on conver-sational skills which is valuable to travelers to Japan, those with business contacts in Japan or those who simply have an interest in the language and culture of Japan. Students learn written hiragana. Book and CD are included in the fee.


GUIDE TO GETTING PUBLISHEDBeth Jusino

Sec 1: Sat. 11/21 10:00am-5:00pmWant to see your work in print but not sure where to start? This practical class about the business of books explores how to successfully publish your fiction or nonfiction work. Taught by a former literary agent, we’ll discuss traditional and self-publishing options, e-books, when you need an agent (and how to find one), book proposal writing, working with edi-tors, and building an author marketing plan. Bring your lunch and questions, and take advantage of a brown bag Q/A session mid-day. Appropriate for writers with finished manuscripts and those who are just starting to think about writing.


THUCYDIDES, THE PELOPONNESIAN WAR Alan RawnSec 1: Tues. 10/13-12/1 7:00pm-8:30pmThucydides, an Athenian, participated in the Peloponnesian War (be-tween Athens and Sparta, 5th cent. BC), and then went on to write about it. The result is a literary masterpiece and the greatest book of history writing in existence. Thucydides’ history captures how a great culture (Athens) breaks down under the stress of war. It pays special attention to oratory and persuasion as language and words devolve under rising factionalism. It is a monument for all time! Instructor is a specialist in Thucydides (Ph.D., Classics). We’ll engage in lively discussion. For begin-ners or experts.


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Sec 1: Sat. 11/28 10:00am-5:00pmThinking about writing a novel? Get off to a good start in this fun and focused writing workshop. We’ll look at character, plot and story structure, and do some in-class writing exercises to get you rolling. Plus, you’ll learn about a storytelling template with roots in cultures around the world, which can be used to solve common story problems and bring your project into focus More info: http://123classes.com/novel.


SCREENWRITING 101: START WRITING YOUR SCREENPLAYNils OsmarSec 1: Wed. 10/14-11/4 7:00pm-9:15pmIn this class, open to all levels, you’ll learn how professional-quality screenplays are written. You’ll have opportunities to write some short scenes and scripts, workshop them aloud, and get feedback on your writ-ings. We’ll focus on plot and structure, formatting, dialogue & action, and what goes into writing a tightly written, effective and marketable script. Plus: tips for getting an agent & pitching your screenplay. The instructor, a Seattle filmmaker, has written over 30 screenplays. His films have played at international film festivals. More info: http://123classes.com/screenplay.General Public / $125 UW Students / $120Max Enrollment / 20 Location / On Campus


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WRITING FICTION AND SHORT STORIESNils OsmarSec 1: Mon. 10/19-11/9 7:00pm-9:15pmSec 2: Wed. 11/18-12/9 7:00pm-9:15pmIn this class students will learn about the elements of short story writing, get practice coming up with stories of their own, and have opportunities to get feedback from the instructors and others in the course. The focus is on developing our skills and learning to let the process happen easily and spontaneously. Also: information about copyrighting your short stories and getting published. The instructor has written stories, articles, stage plays and screenplays. His short story collection, The Hungry Time, was published in 1995. More info: http://123classes.com/writing.General Public / $125 UW Students / $120Max Enrollment / 20 Location / On Campus

WRITING SCIENCE FICTION AND FANTASYNils OsmarSec 1: Mon. 11/16-12/7 7:00pm-9:15pmIn this fun four-week writing class, we’ll focus on writing (short) science fiction and fantasy, paying special attention to what makes stories seem real and believable even when the characters and locale are exotic or un-real. Topics for the writing prompts will include time travel, alien invasions, robots, wizards and warriors, space travel, and other SF and fantasy themes. Students have opportunities to share their writings and get feed-back from others in the class. Whether you’re an established SF writer or a novice, come join us and have fun writing. More info: http://123classes.com/SF.


BEGINNING WESTERN ASTROLOGYLisa DiLunaSec 1: Wed. 10/14, 10/21 6:30pm-8:30pmSec 2: Wed. 10/28, 11/4 6:30pm-8:30pmAre you curious about Astrology beyond the daily forecast? Would you like to delve deeper? Lisa will introduce you to the ancient language of Astrology.Level 1 (Sec 1): learn the zodiac signs, elements and modesLevel 2 (Sec 2): we will learn the 12 house system of the wheel chart (must complete Level 1 to be eligible for level 2)You will leave class with a set of flash cards and your birth chart.General Public / $52 UW Students / $38Max Enrollment / 12 Location / On Campus

MIND, BODY, & SOUL

HAPPINESS THROUGH MEDITATIONNayak Polissar

Sec 1: Mon. 10/19, Thurs. 10/22 7:00pm-8:30pmDirectly experience how meditation leads to the deepest part of yourself, where joy, happiness and other divine qualities are waiting to be discov-ered.We will practice a variety of meditation techniques. You can establish a regular practice and receive the life-illumining benefits. The instructors have studied meditation for over 40 years with Sri Chinmoy and have taught meditation at venues around the world. The class is free--your fee has been donated as a community service. Please register by calling the Experimental College, 206-543-4375, during business hours.General Public / Free UW Students / FreeMax Enrollment / 50 Location / University District

EXCO ZEBRA Registration FeeGeneral Public $12/class UW Student $5/class paid online or by phone


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LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCEJustin Harris

Sec 1: Sat. 10/24 1:30pm-2:45pmOur ‘Golden Years’ present the possibility of discovery and grace. But the need for long term care during our later life stages is also a realistic pos-sibility. Long Term Care Insurance can be one financial solution in how we pay for these possible expenses. We’ll examine what Long Term Care Insurance offers and some strategies to lower its cost. We’ll also discuss how our emotions can be either an ally or distraction from addressing this issue. We will be examining LTC Insurance concepts and not individual products. This class is suitable for anyone in their 40’s or older.General Public / $20 UW Students / $15Max Enrollment / 10 Location / Fremont

PARTNER MASSAGEPINE CROOKSSec 1: Fri. 10/23 7:00pm-10:00pmSec 2: Thurs. 11/19 7:00pm-10:00pmLearn and practice basic massage strokes on the back, hands, arms, neck, and head, so you can help friends relax, reduce stress, muscle soreness, spasm and fatigue. Instructor is very knowledgeable and shares that knowledge in a relaxing, fun and safe learning environment. A truly en-joyable one night class to take with any friend. You need to have a part-ner take this class with you, and both you and your partner must register with the Experimental College and pay the instructor fee. Class is taught by a licensed massage therapist with 18 years experience in practicing and teaching massage.General Public / $34 UW Students / $25Max Enrollment / 20 Location / Roosevelt

COMPUTER MUSIC MAKING AND RECORDING Kenneth FordyceSec 1: Sat. 11/7-11/28 11:00am-1:00pmClass features PC & Mac music creation and recording techniques, pro-cedures, tips and tricks. Learn to record using software like Pro Tools, Samplitude, Sonar, Band in a Box and Reason. Some aspects of micro-phones, audio signal processing and analog basics will be covered. Learn about interfaces, audio drivers, hardware controllers, and plug-ins. You will be learning to install everything and fine tune it for your music mak-ing experiences. Ken Fordyce has been and Exco instructor since 1996.

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LEARN TO PLAY GUITAR IN A DAY! MARLENE HUTCHINSONSec 1: Sat. 11/14 10:00am-3:00pmStop dreaming & start playing guitar right away! “Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!”, as seen on PBS, is a 1 day workshop for busy adults who want to learn to play guitar but don’t have time for weekly lessons. You’ll learn ba-sic chords, simple strumming & picking patterns, play familiar songs, basic music theory, tablature, tuning, guitar care, music resources & more! Students provide their own acoustic guitar. Materials fee $30 payable to instructor for the “Learn to Play Guitar in a Day!” book and a Snark clip-on electronic tuner. For more information go to: http://123classes.com/guitar.


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SINGING FOR BEGINNERSJaime NicolaisenSec 1: Tues. 10/27-11/24 7:00pm-9:00pmAre you an aspiring singer? Would you like to experience vocal control, strength, longevity and vibrant vocal health? In this enjoyable, supportive Seattle singing class, open to beginners and others, you’ll get happy while learning the fundamentals of singing technique in an environment of en-couragement, respect and support. Students learn voice and breath strengthening exercises and techniques that can lead to vocal control, health and longevity. Absolute beginners are welcome! For more infor-mation, please visit http://123classes.com/sing.


THE OK CHORALEElena Louise RichmondSec 1: Wed. 10/14-12/2 7:00pm-8:30pmThe OK Chorale is a non-audition choir of folks who love to sing. We sing in 4-part harmony with experienced singers and uncertain beginners, music readers and non-readers. My years as a teacher have taught me that joy in singing trumps conventional performance standards. This is a choir in which people are not afraid to make mistakes. The rehearsals are fun and no one gets hurt. Just because your grade school music teacher told you to mouth the words is no reason not to sing out now. Winter quarter we sing at the Green Lake luminaries and do several caroling concerts. There may be additional rehearsals and performance opportu-nities after the quarter ends.

General Public / $120 UW Students / $107Max Enrollment / 50 Location / Phinney Ridge

SING YOUR SOUL ALIVE!Debby Boland WattSec 1: Tues. 10/13-11/10 6:30pm - 7:30pmThe Seattle Times recently stated that Debby is becoming the area’s “most active teacher” of Circle Singing! Having studied & performed with Bobby McFerrin, Rhiannon & Voicestra members Debby now leads par-ticipants into the most beautiful music of their lives. Through layering rhythmically driven improvised parts such as call & response, vocal per-cussion, harmonic/melodic play & free improv, incredibly complex pieces are created spontaneously. There’s learning in collaboration. Within a safe environment, singers of every level come into a unity that nourishes the Soul. SING YOUR SOUL ALIVE! General Public / $90 UW Students / $75Max Enrollment / 24 Location / On Campus

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY 101Jim Altengarten

Sec 1: Thurs. 10/29 4:00pm-10:00pmDigital cameras are the future of photography. This 6-hour course cov-ers the basics of digital photography in non-technical terms. Learn about the difference between quality and resolution, white balance, histograms, common digital camera features, file formats, etc. We will also discuss general photography techniques as they apply to digital photography. Topics such as exposure, composition, using flash, and accessories used by digital photographers are discussed. The class is designed for cameras that have some manual settings. Fully automatic cameras will not benefit from the class.General Public / $75 UW Students / $55Max Enrollment / 10 Location / On Campus

PHOTOGRAPHY COMPOSITIONJim Altengarten

Sec 1: Fri. 10/30 6:00pm-10:00pmAn image can be perfectly exposed but will not excite your viewer if it is composed incorrectly. Learn the techniques that will make your images more interesting. This class goes beyond the typical “Rule of Thirds” to present several other helpful compositional strategies. Using many pho-tos we will discuss composition as it is viewed at the professional level.General Public / $50 UW Students / $35 Max Enrollment / 10 Location / On Campus

UNDERSTANDING YOUR CANON DSLR CAMERA Jim AltengartenSec 1: Sat. 10/31 9:00am-5:30pmAll DSLR cameras are sophisticated and the manual is difficult to under-stand. This is a “hands-on” class I will explain the functions of your camera. After the class you will be able to operate the camera choosing which features you want to use rather than operating the camera on auto-matic mode. Learn about the features, such as white balance, histograms, B&W modes, AI Servo, Drive modes, shooting action, the quick mode, styles, etc. The class also covers lenses and flash units. The class is for Canon EOS DSLR cameras. We will not discuss Canon Powershot or other Point & Shoot cameras.General Public / $100 UW Students / $75Max Enrollment / 12 Location / On Campus

UNDERSTANDING YOUR NIKON DSLR CAMERA Jim AltengartenSec 1: Sun. 11/1 9:00am-5:30pmAll DSLR cameras are sophisticated. The camera’s manual makes it dif-ficult understanding the various features. This “hands-on”class will explain the functions of your camera. After the class you will be able to operate your camera without having to use the automatic mode. Learn about the features of your camera such as white balance, histograms, B&W modes, Servo, Release modes, shooting action, Matrix versus spot metering, etc. The class covers Nikon lenses and how to use the camera’s flash. The class is for people with Nikon DSLR cameras. We will not dis-cuss Nikon Point & Shoot cameras.General Public / $100 UW Students / $75Max Enrollment / 12 Location / On Campus

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FINANCIAL HEALTH 101Justin HarrisSec 1: Sat. 10/24 10:00am-12:30pmIn this class we’ll review sound financial practices by examining all the es-sential building blocks: risk management (including various types of insurance), budgeting, short-term savings, debt management, and invest-ing for the long term (portfolio management, retirement planning and saving for children’s college education). We’ll also look at the emotional dynamics underlying our approach to money and strategies to prevent fear or greed from ruining our financial health. If you’re in relationship, both are strongly encouraged to attend (a partner will receive a 50% dis-count off of tuition).General Public / $35 UW Students / $28Max Enrollment / 10 Location / Fremont


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HOW TO BE AN OUTSTANDING JOB APPLICANTBecca PolglaseSec 1: Tues. 10/20-12/1 7:00pm-8:30pmIn an increasingly competitive job market, this interactive, project-based class will guide you in presenting your qualifications so that you stand out among a sea of qualified candidates. By the end of this class, you will have a well-edited and well-formatted resume, a powerful cover letter, and a list of compelling answers to both common and less-common in-terview questions. Most importantly, you will have the tools to customize these products to any future job search.General Public / $50 UW Students / $45Max Enrollment / 16 Location / On Campus

FLIRTING 101Kate StewartSec 1: Thurs. 10/15-11/5 6:30pm-8:30pmAre you baffled by flirting? Don’t know where to start? This class will teach you the basics of the language of flirting. Even if you feel awkward in social situations, you can learn to be open, inviting, and even charming in your interactions. Learn specific skills like opening lines and body lan-guage to help you communicate your interest with that certain someone. Gain confidence in interacting with possible romantic partners and others!General Public / $91 UW Students / $67Max Enrollment / 25 Location / On Campus

DREAMWISEJanette BrownSec 1: Sat. 10/24 10:00am-1:00pmIn everyday life, our dreams are a review of personal experience; and our intelligence expresses itself through them, bringing attention to the wak-ing relationships & events that concern us most. Through group dream work, and sharing this self-information, we get to hear what other people notice and how their own experiences relate to our own. Like a movie or tale, a dream offers the chance for metaphorically discussing life as we live it. The instructor, has had her own Jungian dream analysis and worked with group dream interpretation for 30 years.General Public / $42 UW Students / $33 Max Enrollment / 10 Location / Phinney Ridge

HOW TO CORRECT YOUR CREDITChristopher GreenSec 1: Thurs. 10/29 6:30pm-8:00pmErrors on your credit report and the credit score may be used to deny you insurance, employment, transportation and loans. Learn how to read a credit report, how credit reporting databases work (and how they don’t work), the law on credit reporting and how to correct problems in your own credit report. Also learn how to take action if you are a victim of theft of identity.


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PLAY TO CREATELaura-Beth StraightSec. 1: Tues. 10/6-10/27 6:30pm-8:30pmWhether you’re writing a paper, teaching a class or seeking inspiration for new life adventures, you’re in the process of creating. Inspiring yourself to create in new and different ways can be a joy-filled process which can help you learn more about yourself. Improv games and simple art activi-ties will teach you about your unique curiosity, timing and imagination and inspire you for your own creative endeavors.


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THE WEALTH OF AN ORDINARY LIFEJustin HarrisSec 1: Fri. 11/13, Sat. 11/14 Fri: 6:00pm-8:30pm

Sat: 10:00am-3:30pmThis workshop is designed to help you make a significant shift in your re-lationship with money. In addition to teaching you the essential tools needed to manage your finances, the comprehensive curriculum will help you explore and understand the emotional elements that build a realistic and sustainable financial plan. Topics covered include the psychology of money, risk management, cash flow, savings, investing, and retirement planning. If you’re in a relationship, both partners are strongly encour-aged to attend (a partner will receive a 50% discount off of the course fee).General Public / $90 UW Students / $66Max Enrollment / 10 Location / Fremont



UNLIMITED POTENTIAL: 4 STEPS TO HEALTH, HAPPINESS & SUCCESSDr. Brandon DiNoviSec 1: Sat. 10/17 10:00am-11:00amSec 2: Tues. 11/10 6:00pm-7:00pmDo you feel stuck? Are you unable to stick with something long enough to accomplish a goal? When you remove limiting patterns from your life, you become supercharged...a powerhouse of productivity! This 1-hour introductory workshop will explore Dr. DiNovi’s 4 steps to health, happi-ness and success. Come and learn how you can achieve the life that most people only dream of. Dr. DiNovi’s charismatic teaching style will keep you engaged and entertained. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to im-prove your life!General Public / $10 UW Students / $5Max Enrollment / 20 Location / On Campus

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HOW SOCCER EXPLAINS THE WORLDCurtis ReedSec 1: Tues. & Thurs. 10/20-11/5 7:00pm-8:00pmSoccer is without question the world’s game and increasingly becoming America’s game. While big time soccer is relatively new in the United States the game has been at the forefront of the rest of the world for over a hundred years. Over that time it has found itself at the heart of social, political, and geographic questions that have profoundly shaped world history. What is the “Football War?” Is Turkey a part of Europe or Asia? In this course we seek to examine those type of questions while getting you to think about the sport in a new way. Bring your passion and be ready to learn!General Public / $30 UW Students / $20Max Enrollment / 50 Location / On Campus

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ACCENTS & DIALECTS FOR ACTORS & OTHERSRick MaySec 1: Tues. 10/20-11/1 7:00pm-9:00pmAre you an actor who’s interested in learning how to speak believably in a variety of different accents? Or just someone who thinks it would be fun to learn to speak realistically and convincingly as if you were from another part of the world? This enjoyable five-week Seattle acting class, focusing specifically on dialects and accents, can help. Note: this class goes great with the instructor’s Voiceover 101 course and Nils Osmar’s Beginning Acting class. For more information, visit: http://123classes.com/accents.


BEGINNING ACTINGNils OsmarSec 1: Sun. 10/18-11/8 6:00pm-8:30pmSec 2: Tues. 10/20-11/10 7:00pm-9:30pmActing is fun! In this enjoyable introductory class you’ll learn how to cre-ate characters, memorize dialogue, and use your voice, body and emotions as acting tools. Plus: warm–ups and theater games, improv and scene work, and information about Seattle’s film and theater scenes. Whether you’re looking for a class just for fun, or have professional aspi-rations to act on stage or in movies, everyone is welcome. Instructor has directed stage plays and feature films, and taught acting for over 15 years. His movies have played at international film festivals. More info: http://123classes.com/acting.


BEGINNING STAND-UP COMEDYStu StuartSec 1: 11/5, 11/9, 11/10, 11/12 7:00pm-10:00pmLearn the basics of stand-up comedy in this fun, supportive, hands-on class. No experience necessary. You’ll create original material, explore the business side of stand-up, practice in class and have the opportunity to perform at the Seattle Comedy Underground Comedy Club. Follow a dream or try it once. This class makes a great gift. Taught by professional comedian Peter Greyy. Each quarter you look at this class—Just do it!General Public / $95 UW Students / $75 Max Enrollment / 30 Location / U District

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CRASH COURSE IN FILMMAKINGNils OsmarSec 1: Sat. 10/24-11/21 1:00pm-3:00pmWant to learn the basics of filmmaking without spending $100,000 for film school? This class will teach you the essentials at a tuition you can af-ford. You’ll learn how movies are made, step by step; how to use camera angles; what to look for in a camcorder or DSLR; how to set up film lights; how to record audio; how to get into film festivals; how to make professional-quality movies on a tight budget. Instructor’s movies have played in international film festivals. For the full experience, consider tak-ing this class along with Let’s Make a Movie. More info: http://123classes.com/filmmaking.


IMPROV 101: INTRODUCTION TO IMPROVISATIONAL THEATERChad O’BaraSec 1: Sat. 10/31-11/21 12:00pm-2:30pmEveryone should take an Improv class at least once in their life. Whether you have ambitions to perform on stage or just want to be more comfort-able in your own skin, this class is for you. Lessons include: being in the present moment, building listening skills and collaborative, organic story-telling. You’ll laugh a lot and make lifelong friends. Who know’s, you might get the Improv bug and change your life! Either way, you can con-fidently say you tried it. Don’t fear the unknown, embrace it. Life begins outside our safety zone. More info: 123classes.com/improv.


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INTERMEDIATE ACTINGNils OsmarSec 1: Sun. 11/15-12/6 6:00pm-8:00pmSec 2: Tues. 11/17-12/8 7:00pm-9:00pmIntermediate Acting is a follow-up workshop for students in Seattle who’ve taken Beginning Acting class (or a similar course) and would like to continue developing their understanding of acting. The focus is on moving into more in-depth character work, listening to and responding naturally, and becoming more comfortable feeling and expressing a range of emotions on stage or on camera. More information: http://123classes.com/act.General Public / $150 UW Students / $145Max Enrollment / 15 Location / On Campus

LET’S MAKE A MOVIE Nils OsmarSec 1: Sat. 10/24-11/21 3:30pm-5:30pmIn this class, students will learn how to create a short independent film from scratch, by actually making one. We’ll learn some basics about film-making, choose a script, then work together to film it as a group. Students are free to act in the movie, help out on camera or both. No previous experience is necessary. Instructor’s movies have played at inter-national film fests. Note: If you’re looking for a comprehensive introduction to filmmaking which includes both theory and practice, take this class along with Crash Course in Filmmaking (above). More info: http://123classes.com/movie.


MONOLOGUE WORKSHOP FOR ACTORSRick MaySec1: Wed 10/21-11/25 7:00pm-9:00pmMonologues are fun! Learning how to perform one is an essential step for actors of all levels. In this class, students will learn how to choose, memo-rize and perform both comedic and dramatic monologues, have an opportunity to rehearse them with the help and guidance of the instruc-tor, then perform them in class, guided by a top stage director. The instructor has been involved in the production of over 300 stage plays, as an actor or director. NOTE: This is NOT a Beginning Acting class; if you are a beginner, please take Nils Osmar's Acting 101 class first. More info: http://123classes.com/mon.General Public / $150 UW Students / $145Max Enrollment / 15 Location / On Campus



PUTTING ON A PLAYRick MaySec 1: Sat. 10/24-11/21 1:00pm-3:00pmIn this fun, freewheeling class, students will rehearse and perform a short stage play! If the class is large, we will perform more than one. We’ll block and rehearse the play for the first few weeks, come up with costumes and props and characterization, then perform it for family, friends and other invited guests. The instructor has directed and/or appeared in over three hundred stage plays. NOTE: This is NOT a beginning acting class. Students should take Nils Osmar's Acting 101 class or a similar course be-fore signing up. Last meeting may run late. More info: http://123classes.com/play.General Public / $150 UW Students / $145Max Enrollment / 15 Location / On Campus

VOICEOVER 101: VOICE ACTING FOR GAMES, ANIMATION AND MORERick MaySec 1: Thurs. 10/22-11/19 7:00pm-9:00pmSec 2: Sat. 10/24-11/21 10:00am-12:00pmLooking for voice acting classes in Seattle? Whether you’re wanting to learn how to use your voice in games, animated cartoons, or commercials, or just doing some voice acting for fun, you’ve come to the right place. In voice acting, the actor’s face never appears on screen, but he or she has the opportunity to create a character and make a connection with the au-dience using only vocals. Voice acting is fun, and a great way for actors to improve their general acting skills on and off the screen. See also: Beginning Acting, above. More info: http://123classes.com/voiceover.


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ADOBE PHOTOSHOP FOR BEGINNERSNils OsmarSec 1: Thurs. 10/15-10/29 7:00pm-9:00pmIn this easy step-by-step class, aimed at total beginners, you’ll learn how to use Photoshop to fix color problems in photos, fix exposure, remove dust and scratches, and more. Plus, copying and pasting; cropping; add-ing text; layers and channels; saving photos for your web page. The class is held in a regular classroom, not a computer lab; you can bring your lap-top to work along, or just take notes. Handouts will recap all the steps. Whether your goal is to learn Photoshop just for fun, or to use at work, this class will help. More: http://123classes.com/photoshop.General Public / $125 UW Students / $120 Max Enrollment / 20 Location / On Campus

OPTIMIZE YOUR WEBSITE! SEO AND BEYOND Jonathan PeckSec 1: Thurs. 10/29-11/12 7:00pm-9:30pmDo you have a website that needs more traffic? Optimize it! Good SEO can make the difference between 100 people finding your site, or 100,000 people. For businesses, SEO can result in improved web traffic and sales. Bloggers can also use SEO to reach a wider audience. In this Seattle SEO class you'll learn proven SEO methods that can greatly in-crease the odds that Google will find your website and list it high in its search engine results. Whether you want to dominate Google or just make it to the page 1, the info in this class can help. More info: http://www.classesandworkshops.com/SEO.General Public / $125 UW Students / $120 Max Enrollment / 10 Location / On Campus


SKETCHUP FOR BEGINNERSJustin LyonSec 1: Mon. 11/2-11/16 7:00pm-9:00pmGet started using Sketchup, a FREE and easy 3d modeling program. It’s great for home projects, hobbyists, artists, students and everyone else with a interest in learning 3d modeling. No previous experience with de-sign or modeling software needed. Some basic computer know how is needed. Class will be an introduction to Sketchup. We will cover the in-terface and basic modeling practices that apply to all projects. This is a great class for beginners to design software. This is a hands-on class, so bring a laptop and mouse! Adults and teenagers welcome. More info: 123classes.com/software.General Public / $125 UW Students / $120 Max Enrollment / 12 Location / On Campus

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UNDERSTANDING AIRPLANESBernardo MalfitanoSec 1: Tues. 10/6-12/8 5:00pm-7:00pmCould a jetliner fly upside-down? Why do small airplanes use propellers while big airplanes use jet engines? Why are stealth airplanes flat with straight sharp edges? What are all the things that stick out of an airliner’s wing? Why don’t more airplanes use low-drag features like canards or thin glider-like wings? What about electric motors? Solar power? This course covers the basics of aerodynamics, engines, and structures, answering questions like these, going over various airplane design features, from bi-planes to jetliners, from bushplanes to fighter jets, historically and into the future.

General Public / $120 UW Students / $20Max Enrollment / 75 Location / Mukilteo

VIDEO EDITING FOR BEGINNERS! (USING ADOBE PREMIERE PRO)Jonathan PeckSec 1: Thurs. 10/27-11/10 7:00pm-9:30pmAre you new to video editing? Or needing to move up to more profes-sional editing software? Premiere Pro is a powerful, professional-grade software package. In this class you�ll learn the basics of video editing; when and how to use (or avoid!) visual effects & custom transitions; color correction (both automatic & manual); audio cleanup & leveling, and ad-dition of music & sound effects; how to export and digitally distribute your movie; how to get Premiere and other Adobe apps at a very reason-able cost. Held in a classroom, not a computer lab. More info: http://123classes.com/premiere.


WORDPRESS FOR BEGINNERSJonathan PeckSec 1: Mon. 10/26-11/9 7:00pm - 9:30pmYou may have heard of WordPress being used for blogs, but it can do much, much more. In this class, you�ll learn: how to design your own website with easy-to-use tools (no HTML coding skills required!); what templates and images are available, and how to use them; how to pick a domain name (www.________.com) and help search engines find it; how to make it possible for customers to shop & pay online; what WordPress plugins and widgets are, and how to use them; and more. Class is held in a classroom, not a computer lab. Absolute beginners welcome! More info: http://www.classesandworkshops.com.


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TRAVEL & ADVENTURE IN CANADACurtis ReedSec 1: Wed. 10/21 7:00pm-9:00pmCanada is a vast, complex, and above all, fascinating place! For tourists it’s often overlooked as people look for the culture of Europe or the high adventure of other locations. However, Canada has culture, high adven-ture, and much more without the price of an expensive trip overseas! In this class we’ll take you on a journey across the Great White North where we’ll talk about the practical elements of a trip to Canada, as well as what to do from the East to the West Coast and everything in between. If you’re planning a trip to Canada or need a quick getaway, this class if for you!


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Cartooning For Fun And Profit 4Chinese Culture & Calligraphy 4Colored Pencil Drawing for Beginners 5FX Make-Up 1: Make a Life Mask! 5FX Make-Up 2: Cuts, Burns, and Bruises! 5FX Make-Up 3: Aliens, Monsters and Zombies! 6Learn to Draw in a Day! 6Mixed Media Collage 7The Book as Art 7Belgian Beer Me! 8Guide to Getting Published 13Novel Writing Workshop 13

Long-Term Care Insurance 15Partner Massage 15Learn to Play Guitar in a Day! 15Digital Photography 101 17Photography Composition 17Understanding Your Canon DSLR Camera 17Understanding Your Nikon DSLR Camera 17Financial Health 101 17DreamWise 18How to Correct Your Credit 18Unlimited Potential: 4 Steps to Health, Happiness & Success 19Travel & Adventure in Canada 22

Chinese Culture & Calligraphy 4Performance Art: Body Art, Happenings, and Social Practice 7Belgian Beer Me! 8Appalachian Clog Dance-Intermediate 9Cross Step Waltz 10How Do You Dance to THAT? -- from Rock&Roll to Rock Music 10Intro to Ballroom 10Salsa Dancing - Level 1 10Survival Dance for Wedding and Parties 11Beginning Western Astrology 14

Happiness Through Meditation 14Long-Term Care Insurance 15Partner Massage 15Photography Composition 17Financial Health 101 17How to be an Outstanding Job Applicant 18DreamWise 18How to Correct Your Credit 18Unlimited Potential: 4 Steps to Health, Happiness & Success 19How Soccer Explains The World 19Travel & Adventure in Canada 22

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A Book in a BoxAccents & Dialects for Actors & OthersAdobe Photoshop for BeginnersAdult Ballet ExerciseAdult Beginning-Intermediate BalletAdult Very Beginning BalletAerial SilksAppalachian Clog Dance-IntermediateArgentine Tango - Experience the Passion Basic Conversational FrenchBeginning ActingBeginning Stand-Up ComedyBeginning Western AstrologyBelgian Beer Me!Burlesque-Inspired DanceCapoeira AngolaCartooning for Fun and ProfitCeramics ClassChinese Culture & CalligraphyColored Pencil Drawing for BeginnersComputer Music Making and RecordingCrash Course in FilmmakingCrash Course Travel Spanish LanguageCross Step WaltzDigital Photography 101Drawing for Absolute BeginnersDreamWiseEnglish Grammar: Speak with the Right Verb TensesEnglish idioms: 100 Casual ExpressionsEnglish Pronunciation Now: Speak ClearlyFinancial Health 101Flirting 101Fun and Fancy Calligraphy with Pointed Pens!FX Make-Up 1: Make a Life Mask!FX Make-Up 2: Cuts, Burns, and Bruises! FX Make-Up 3: Aliens, Monsters and Zombies! Guide to Getting PublishedHappiness Through MeditationHow Do You Dance to THAT? -- from Rock&Roll to Rock MusicHow Soccer Explains The WorldHow to be an Outstanding Job ApplicantHow to Correct Your CreditHow to Draw People: Faces, Figures, Hands and Feet

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