Academy for Lifelong Learning Spring 2021 - Lone Star College
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Academy for Lifelong Learning
Spring 2021
Updated: Friday, February 5, 2021
New Additions to Schedule
COMPUTER & TECHNOLOGY
Creating Community in Online Classes
Participants will be able to implement instructional strategies to create engaging online classroom
communities. Online classes can be isolating for students. Teachers may need different instructional
strategies to create an engaging classroom community. When students are engaged, they are more likely
to be successful in the class. Building a community in the classroom also builds a support system for the
students. (CF)
16811 T 3/9 1:30-3 p.m. Online Ogletree
FINANCIAL & LEGAL
Women & Investing
Learn the basics of financial planning and investing as a female investor. Course will provide resources
to educate members on key investment principles, asset allocation, understanding behavioral finance,
and the differences between financial investments such as mutual funds. We will also review key areas
of risk specific to the female investor and how to navigate major milestones. We will also have a
discussion on the basics of long-term care and what to be aware of if you think you need it. (MC)
17043 Th 4/1 1-3 p.m. Online Prachyl
HEALTH, FITNESS & NUTRITION
Human Suffering and Human Flourishing
A discussion of human suffering as a universal experience within a logo-philosophical framework. By
contrast, human flourishing has become an international effort to promote a state where every aspect of
a person's life is good. Pathways, domains, and measures of human flourishing are incorporated into the
Gross National Happiness Index and the Better Life Index, with each nation being ranked on Life
Satisfaction. Exercises and workbooks are available for individual growth. (MC)
16823 W 3/31 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Online Starck
The Role of Interoception in Meditative Arts
The Interoception is one's awareness of internal stability and homeostasis. It plays a huge role in
meditative arts such as Taiji, Yoga, and meditation. This class will deliver deeper into the topic of body
awareness and the role fascia plays in connecting the external and internal environments of the human
body. Diane Simmons will also provide three ways to improve interoception and body awareness. (UP)
16276 W 5/12 10:30-11:45 a.m. Online SimmonsCancellations
Flower Power (Class Cancellations – Please update your calendar.)
From felt to flowers and cotton to cacti. Join us on the first Tuesday of each month (in the morning or
afternoon) in a fun and relaxed atmosphere where you can be creative and make new friends. We like
to keep our accessories and decorations themed to every season. Let’s transform textiles into treasures,
and garments into gifts! Basic supplies that are required: fabric scissors, a hot glue gun (with glue sticks),
measuring tape, needles, and polyester thread. A list of materials needed for each class will be sent by
email prior to each class. The class meets on 2/2, 3/2, 4/6, and 5/4. (MC)
15253 (Canceled) T 2/2-5/4 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Online Pfeiffer
15254 (Canceled) T 2/2-5/4 1-3 p.m. Online Pfeiffer
Changes to Schedule
ARTS & CRAFT
ARTiculating: Talks & Tours
This art class will lead you through a discovery of "American Art and Artists: Important Contributions to
The Art World." This class will cover America's different genres, important painters, and the development
of art that is unique to the United States over its young history as a country. No previous art knowledge
is necessary, and the class will be taught in a conversational way that makes it easy to understand. Meets
Thursday afternoons at 1:30pm on 2/4, 3/11, 4/15, and 5/6. (CF) (Description Updated)
15349 TH 2/4-5/6 1:30-3 p.m. Online Adler
FINANCIAL & LEGAL
Estate Planning
How will you protect your home and life savings? Who will protect your assets? How can your family
avoid probate? How do you avoid losing everything to nursing home costs? This class meets Tuesday
morning at 10 a.m. on 2/2, 3/2 and 4/6. (CF) (Description Updated)
15350 T 2/2-4/6 10-11:30 a.m. Online Geerdes
401k Leave It, Move It, Roll It, or Take It
This class is designed to help educate individuals on various options of how to handle their 401(k),
pension, or other employer-sponsored retirement plans when they leave a job. (TC)
15328 T (Date Updated) 3/9 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Online Bowman-McCormick
FUN, HOBBIES & RECREATION
Mah Jongg
Learn the fundamentals of Mah Jongg online! Classes will focus on the history of the game, learning the
tiles, understanding the card*, making hands, and learning the American rules, strategies, and sequence
of play. Please commit to all five days of class, so you have consistency, continuity, and “cement” in
your learning. This is an interactive, engaging class. Be prepared to use your video and audio every
day. You will have a better experience if you use a computer, laptop, tablet, or iPad. *You must have
a 2020 National Mah Jongg League card before the class begins. Your instructor will be
contacting you after you have enrolled into the class. (UP) (Description Updated)
15455 M-F 2/1-2/5 10-11:30 a.m. Online Gibbon/Eissler*INSTRUCTIONS FOR GETTING
2020 NATIONAL MAH JONGG LEAGUE CARD
VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
*You must have a 2020 National Mah Jongg League card before the class begins. We
have no connection to any of these sellers, but we have had success in ordering from the following:
1. If you are an Amazon Prime member, you can order a 2020 large print card for $8.97. Pay no
shipping and receive it quickly.
2. Order online or in person from Where the Winds Blow. They charge $10 for a 2020 large print
card with free standard shipping in 6-12 days if you order online. The price is the same if you go to
their location, 5608 Rampart Street, Houston 77081. Check on their website for their hours of operation.
3. Send a check to the National Mah Jongg League, Inc. for your card. A standard print card is $8,
and a large print card is $9. There are no shipping fees. Mail your check to the National Mah Jongg
League, 450 Seventh Avenue, Ste 405, New York, NY 10123. On the front of the envelope, write:
ATTENTION ADELA. On the memo line, write: 2020 card and the size card you want. Because of
COVID, shipping should take about 2 weeks. PLEASE ORDER YOUR CARD AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!
HEALTH, FITNESS & NUTRITION
Transcutaneous Acupressure Points (Title Updated)
This is a workshop where I will introduce a sequence of meridian points to increase a certain hormone
in the body. I learned this technique from Dr. Sheally. It will be an interactive class where I use
PowerPoint presentations and exercises to do together. (TC)
15342 T 2/9 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Online Mann
Organ and Tissue Donation
This course navigates students through the organ and tissue donation process from donor registration to
transplantation. Kristina Ruiz-Healy will review which organs and tissue can be transplanted, who can
be a donor, and how having conversations with family and friends about organ and tissue donation
helps our community overcome fears, taboos, and misconceptions so more lives could be saved. Kristina
Ruiz-Healy will review available resources, and organ and tissue donor registries will be outlined. This
class is a four-part session that meets on 2/12, 3/12, 4/12 and 5/12. (UP)
15440 MWF (Updated Days) 2/12-5/12 (Updated Date) 1:30-2:45 p.m. Online Ruiz-Healy
Organ and Tissue Donation Speakers’ Agenda
Friday, February 12, 2021
Overview of Organ and Tissue Donation – Kristina Ruiz-Healy, Community Engagement Specialist (20 min)
Family Care – talking to families - Schawnte' Williams-Taylor, Director of Family Care (20 min)
Recipient (5 min)
Donor Family Member (5 min)
Q &A (15 minFriday, March 12, 2021
Overview of Organ and Tissue Donation – Kristina Ruiz-Healy, Community Engagement Specialist (20 min)
Donor Family Services – taking care of donor families - Jorden Moore, Donor Family Service Specialist (15 min)
Recipient (5 min)
Donor Family Member (5 min)
Q &A (15 min)
Monday, April 12, 2021
Overview of Organ and Tissue Donation – Kristina Ruiz-Healy, Community Engagement Specialist (20 min)
Innovation & future of organ donation - Kevin Myer, CEO and Executive Director at LifeGift (15 min)
Organ Recipient (5 min)
Donor Family Member (5 min)
Q &A (15 min)
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
Overview of Organ and Tissue Donation – Kristina Ruiz-Healy, Community Engagement Specialist (20 min)
COVID-19 and Organ Donation - Lauren Quinn, Vice President of External Relations (15 min)
Organ Recipient (5 min)
Donor Family Member (5 min)
Q &A (15 min)
HISTORY
Daily Life in The Ancient World
We will continue our look at daily life in the ancient world in Egypt and Greece, with three sessions
covering “Work,” “The Army,” and “Slavery.” The instructor is Mike Adams, former Adjunct Professor of
History and Humanities at Lone Star College-Kingwood, and long-time ALL instructor. (MC)
15273 W 3/24-4/7 (Dates Updated) 12-1 p.m. Online M. Adams
LANGUAGES
Spanish
This is a basic Spanish class. Stella Priest will help us talk to our Spanish speaking neighbors; order food
and ask directions in order to learn to feel comfortable speaking Spanish. (NH)
15605 T 2/9-4/27 1-2:30 p.m. (new time) Online Priest
PHILOSOPHY
Metaphysics
Join Roy King as he starts off with a common sense relook at proven modern-day metaphysics and how
it applies to observed phenomena throughout history and today. Starting from the beginning of the current
prophecies, Mr. King will discuss the facts, failures, and successes of prophecies from many sources to
determine the reliability and context of near-future predictions. Roy will also provide insights into how
prophecies are currently being played out. (UP) Class meets each week on Tuesday.
15430 T 1/12-8/31 (Dates Updated) 12-4:30 p.m. (Time Updated) Online KingPOLITICAL & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
Flooding in Harris County: Causes & Cures
Harris County floods! Using Cypress Creek as a case study, join Paul Eschenfelder as he discovers the
causes and cures for flooding here and what you can do to keep yourself, your family, your business safe
from flooding. (UP)
15560 (Reg# Updated) T 3/9 12-1:15 p.m. Online Eschenfelder
SCIENCE & NATURE
Natural Resource Management JHJP
This course will discuss the historical vegetation, current vegetation, invasive plant species, and our
current work restoring areas in the park to a more natural state. Join David Jamar, Forester at Jesse Jones
Park. (KC)
15921 F 5/7 1-3 p.m. Online Jamar (Instructor Updated)
Additional Comments
Professor Steven Davis has two history classes and the class numbers were appearing in the system with the wrong
titles. The corrections have been made in the system will be the same as catalog/schedule.
American Revolution: The Contributions of the Marquis de Lafayette and Bernardo de Galvez
15813 M 2/1 12:30-2 p.m. Online Davis
Comparative Maritime Disasters: The Titanic and The Wilhelm Gustloff
15814 M 2/8 12:30-2 p.m. Online DavisYou can also read
