Extension courses

CREATIVE ARTS
LANGUAGE & CULTURE
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
THE SCIENCES
UNIVERSITY EDVENTURES
UNIVERSITY FOR YOUTH
OTHER LINKS OF INTEREST

creative arts

Fine Art Drawing with Colored Pencil

If you are ready to explore, experiment, practice and have fun through the art of drawing this class is for you. Whether you are a student working on your portfolio, a teacher preparing to present art techniques in the classroom, or a community member who would just like to learn more about drawing, this class will offer you the overview of basic drawing techniques which will give you the foundation you need! Weekly demonstrations include: contour, drawing, shading, hatching, layering, indent, burnishing, razor-scrape, color-mixing, materials use and care, and composition. This class is for beginning through advanced students. Bring a 2B drawing pencil, kneaded eraser and two pieces of white paper to the first class. A supply list and discount coupon will be handed out at that time. Preregistration recommended.

date...............Sat., Oct. 6-Nov. 3

time...............1-4 p.m.

fee...............$85, $40 additional for credit (optional)

place...............Forestry 103

instr...............Barbara Pulliam

course...............EENC x022, 43676

credit...............EED/SED x701, 1 unit, (CR/NC), 43337/42902

Barbara Pulliam, MFA, has been teaching in Humboldt County since 1990. Barbara teaches a variety of fine art media including drawing, painting and printmaking. She teaches for Extended Education at Humboldt State University, Community Education at College of the Redwoods, Northern Humboldt Union High School District Adult Education, McKinleyville Senior Center, and also offers private lessons. She is a working artist and exhibits her work locally and nationally. Studio tours are available by appointment.

HULA IN HUMBOLDT

July 21-28, 2007

Altered Books

Turn an ordinary hardcover book into an amazing work of art! Step-by-step demonstrations of techniques like glazing, collaging, stitching, and more will be presented at every class meeting. Make a family heirloom by incorporating family photos and special mementos. Make a book about a hobby or activity, your pets, a favorite artist, or follow a whim and create as you go! Individuals of all skill levels will appreciate this class; you don't have to be an artist to make a beautiful creation. No previous art experience necessary – just creativity and imagination! Please bring the following materials to the first class meeting: a 7" x 9" or smaller hardcover book (thrift store book), scissors, a pencil, transparent tape, and a stapler. A supply list will be distributed at the first class meeting.

THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Please fill out the online mailing list form so that you may be contacted when this course is offered again.

Digital Collaging

Learn the fundamentals of Photoshop – layers, text, blending, filters, etc. – while you create original works of art. Learn how to combine your printed images with paint, glue, matt board and other multi-media materials to make two- and three-dimensional art. There are two types of projects in this course: Step-by-step projects designed to teach Photoshop skills and develop artistic awareness, and independent projects based on individual interests. Each class meeting will feature demonstrations of techniques by the instructor and allow work time. This course is designed for artists, photographers, computer enthusiasts and any other person with a creative spirit who wants to make art from their digital images.

Prerequsites: Good fundamental computer skills including using a mouse, creating/saving files, navigating menus, etc. Some knowledge of Photoshop would be beneficial, but is not mandatory. Material and supplies needed include a storage device (flash drive, CD, media card, etc.); digital images; misc. images to scan (copyright-free); matte board; frame (optional); misc. art supplies (paint, brushes, glue).

date...............Tues., Aug. 21-Oct. 9

time...............6:30-8:30 p.m.

fee...............$90, $40 additional for credit (optional)

place...............Jenkins Hall 212

instr...............Justine Smith

course...............EENC x031, 42372

credit...............EED/SED x701, 1 unit, (CR/NC), 42901/42880

Justine Smith has an MFA in art from the San Francisco Art Institute, and a teaching credential in art from Humboldt State University. She has been teaching art to adults and children since 1997. Justine is a multimedia artist who enjoys making art incorporating sculpture, photography, graphic design, collage and painting. Justine is a practicing artist and exhibits her work in local galleries.

LANGUAGE & CULTURE

The community is invited!

BEGINNING JAPANESE

This 4-part course is designed to provide people who have little or no knowledge of Japanese with a good grounding in four basic language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing). Part 1 and 2 are offered in this fall semester. Although the main emphasis will be given on listening and speaking, Japanese characters (Hiragana and Katakana) will be introduced to foster the all-around Japanese-language ability. Various aspects of Japanese culture and custom will also be discussed.

Beginning Japanese Part 1

This course is for people with little or no knowledge of Japanese. The emphasis will be on speaking and listening to develop a good foundation of conversational skills. Various aspects of culture and customs will also be discussed. All students must have the required textbook and workbook on the first day of class: Japanese for Busy People I, revised 3rd edition, Kana Version, and Japanese for Busy People Kana Workbook, revised 3rd edition.

date...............Mon./Wed., Sept. 10-Oct. 3

time...............5:30-7:30 p.m.

fee...............$120, $40 additional for credit (optional)

place...............Natural Resources 201

instr...............Mie Matsumoto

course...............EENC x024, 42370

credit...............WLC x120, 1 unit, (CR/NC), 42903

Beginning Japanese Part 2

A continuing course of Beginning Japanese. Emphasis is on speaking and listening to develop a good foundation of conversational skills. Various cultural aspects will be also introduced. Prerequisite: Japanese Part 1. All students must have the required textbook the first day of class: Japanese for Busy People I, revised 3rd edition.

date...............Mon./Wed., Oct. 8-31

time...............5:30-7:30 p.m.

fee...............$120, $40 additional for credit (optional)

place...............Natural Resources 201

instr...............Mie Matsumoto

course...............EENC x024, 44256

credit...............WLC x120, 1 unit, (CR/NC), 42904

Mie Matsumoto is a native speaker of Japanese and has been teaching at HSU Extended Education since 1996. She also offers translation/interpreting services and language lessons on a private basis.

Conversational Russian 1

Introduction to Russian language and culture with an emphasis on everyday speech. Students will begin to develop a basic Russian vocabulary and learn the Cyrillic alphabet. They will learn how to pronounce Russian works and learn basic Russian grammar, while learning about Russian culture. Text: Essential Russian by Keith Rawson-Jones and Alla Leonidovna Nazarenko, 2006 Berlitz Publishing.

date...............Tues./Thurs., Sept. 18-Oct. 11

time...............6-8 p.m.

fee...............$110, $40 additional for credit (optional)

place...............Natural Resources Building 201

instr...............Nelya Riordan

course...............EENC x012, 42368

credit...............WLC x120, 1 unit (CR/NC), 43245

Conversational Russian 2

A continuation of Conversational Russian 1 with an emphasis on everyday Russian language and culture. Students will continue to improve their Russian vocabulary and grammar skills by practicing with travel scenarios, and will develop a greater understanding of Russian culture. Prerequisite: Conversational Russian 1 or consent of instructor.

Text: Essential Russian by Keith Rawson-Jones and Alla Leonidovna Nazarenko, 2006 Berlitz Publishing.

THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Please fill out the online mailing list form so that you may be contacted when this course is offered again.

Nelya Riordan is a native speaker originally from the Ukraine. She taught language arts and cultural dance to elementary students in the Ukraine before coming to the United States in December 2003. As a member of a professional dance company, she traveled throughout Eastern Europe and the Middle East. She offers private Russian and Ukrainian language and culture lessons.

Beginning Italian!

Part 1 This course introduces the concepts of Italian grammar and builds a basic vocabulary with which students will be able to communicate their ideas and travel needs. Italian culture will be examined through reading, the Web and other fun activities.

Please register as soon as possible to ensure a space in this class. Textbook will be available at the HSU Bookstore.

Choose one of two course sessions:

date...............Tues./Thurs., Aug. 28-Oct. 4

time...............5:30-7 p.m.

fee...............$110, $40 additional per unit (optional)

place...............NOTE PLACE CHANGE: FORESTRY RM. 201

instr...............Giulia Marini

course...............EENC x021, 43671

credit...............WLC 120, 1-2 units, (CR/NC), 42933

OR:

date...............Tues./Thurs., Oct. 9-Nov. 15

time...............5:30-7 p.m.

fee...............$110, $40 additional per unit (optional)

place...............NOTE PLACE CHANGE: LIBRARY RM.56

instr...............Giulia Marini

course...............EENC x021, 44364

credit...............WLC 120, 1-2 units, (CR/NC), 44363

Part 2 This course is intended for students who are familiar with the basic grammar rules that were covered in the Beginning Italian class. After a brief review, we will use what we learned in the previous class to practice conversation and develop new vocabulary. Students will learn basic vocabulary which will enable them to engage in simple conversations; get directions and negotiate transportation (vaporetti, trains, etc.); read a menu, have a dialogue with wait staff, and order in a restaurant; shop in a market; and use the services available in the post office.

Prerequisite: Beginning Italian course. Use of the language lab is required by those registering for academic credit.

Textbook is available in the HSU Bookstore. To receive a passing grade, students will be required to complete Rosetta Stone 2 in the HSU language lab.

date............... Wed., Oct. 10-Nov. 14

time............... 5:30-7:30 p.m.

fee............... $90, $40 additional for credit (optional)

place............... Science Complex Bldg B 133

instr............... Giulia Marini

course............... EENC x021, 43672

credit............... WLC 120, 1 unit, (CR/NC), 42934

Giulia Marini holds a Ph.D. from the University of Padua (Italy). She came to Humboldt County in 1980 and has taught classes for over 20 years.

International English Language Institute (IELI)
Home Stay Program

IELI at Humboldt State University invites you to become part of the home stay team helping international students reach their goals as they study English as a second language.

Ages of students vary from 18-55. New students start the IELI program every two months, so homes are needed on an ongoing basis. Length of stay varies with the student's goals and your own requirements.

If you would like to house one of these international students, or find out about long-term homestays, please contact Nicola Maria for details*: (707) 826-5878

To learn more about the HSU International English Language Institute (IELI), visit www.humboldt.edu/ieli

* Students usually pay $475 to $600 per mo.; remuneration varies according to services provided.

German for Tourists

This course is for beginners and will introduce the participants to the German language and promote a general understanding of cultures and traditions in the German speaking regions of central Europe. This class will provide the students with the basic knowledge of German for typical tourist-like situations—from meeting and greeting people to asking directions and handling simple business transactions. This course will cover the basic vocabulary for: introductions, finding your way, entertainment, dining, shopping, banking, using the telephone and mail services, medical help and emergencies, days of the week, months, seasons, weather, time, numbers, and road signs.

Text: Learn German the Fast and Fun Way (Fast and Fun Way Series) (Paperback) by P. Graves and H. Strutz. ISBN-10: 0764125400 (ISBN-13: 978-0764125409)

date...............Mon./Wed., Sept. 5-Oct. 8

time...............6-7:30 p.m.

fee...............$110, $40 add'l for credit (optional)

place...............Theatre Arts 11

instr...............Gisela Rutishauser-Chappelle

course...............EENC x011, 42042

credit...............WLC x120, 1 unit, (CR/NC), 43674

Gisela Rutishauser Chappelle is a native German speaker who was born, raised and educated in the German-speaking region of Switzerland. She has taught German at Humboldt State University and College of the Redwoods. Gisela holds a B.A. in German and an M.A. in sociology with an emphasis on teaching in institutions of higher learning.

Advanced Conversational German

Have you been looking for an opportunity to use and strengthen your advanced German language skills? Would you like to get together with others to discuss recent social, cultural and political developments in Germany while stretching and strengthening your advanced language skills and developing your vocabulary? In this class you will increase your fluency in German, improve your listening and written comprehension, increase the use of more complex German sentence structures, learn how to express your own ideas in German and participate in a discussion, and learn about recent social, cultural, and political developments in Germany.

Subjects of discussion and selected readings will include the following topics: "Almost two decades after the unification: Is there still an East West divide?"; and, "The EU: Effects on German life, traditions, and welfare system."

THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Please fill out the online mailing list form so that you may be contacted when this course is offered again.

Birgit Semsrott is a native German speaker originally from Germany. She has lived in the United States since 1989, but makes regular visits to Germany to visit with family and friends, and to stay in touch with all recent cultural, social and political developments of her birth country. Birgit has a Master's in biology from HSU. Last semester she taught German 105 at HSU. She offers private German language lessons to children and adults.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Adobe Creative Design Suite 3:
Certificate of Completion

Courses in Adobe CS3 (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign) may be taken individually
or to complete a Certificate of Completion.

Fall English Studies Conference: FESCUE

Co-sponsored by the Redwood Writing Project & the HSU English Department

Fri.-Sat., Sept. 21-22

Friday, 3-7:30 p.m. and Saturday, 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
"Crossing Borders"

The FESCUE Conference invites students, educators and community members to participate in a day and a half of workshops, keynote speakers, panel presentations, book talks, readings by local and national authors, and interactive discussions on this year's theme: literacy and social justice.
This year's two common readings are Marjane Satrapi's Persepolis and Khaled Hosseini's The Kite Runner.

Students registered for FESCUE through Extended Education will become familiar with the full range of English studies today, and they will have an opportunity to consider the confluence of theory, practice and curriculum in the discipline of English.

Conference attendance fee is $75. One unit of academic credit is available for an additional fee of $75 (Total for conference, including credit: $150).

This course is also available for graduate level credit through the Open University program. There will be more course time and course work required.

For more information or to register, contact the Redwood Writing Project: (707) 826-5109 or visit the website.

Certificate in Exercise Nutrition

Resources for Educators

Online courses for educators

CHILD ABUSE
MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING

Friday, Nov. 30, 2007

MFT/LCSW Continuing Education:

Suicide Intervention

The Art of Listening and Asking Good Questions

Need to take a professional exam?

Humboldt County residents who need to take professional exams face not only the expense of the exam, but out-of-county travel, hotel and meal expenses.

Arriving to the exam exhausted from travel may result in poorer exam performance.

In many cases, one can arrange to take these same exams here at home, through the Humboldt State University Testing Center

The Testing Center offers proctoring services for correspondence exams for the community.

There is a $20 per hour charge for non-students and a $10 per hour charge for students.

Call the Humboldt State University Testing Center for information and for an appointment: (707) 826-3621

Thinking about a master’s degree?

Earning a master’s degree can help you break into a new field or advance in your current field. Humboldt State University offers a pre-MBA certificate as well as several master’s degrees.

For more information, call the Office of Research and Graduate Studies at (707) 826-3949
or contact the master’s program coordinators directly.

For more information about the pre-MBA certificate program, contact the School of Business at (707) 826-3224.

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Institute for the Study of Alternative Dispute Resolution

Mediation Training

Course II:
THEORIES AND METHODS OF ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Notary Training

Aug. 8 OR Dec. 18, 2007

Mentor Teacher
Professional Development Program

American Indian Education
Professional Development Certificate

Photoshop Elements: Digital Imaging in the Classroom

Learn how to use digital cameras, color scanners and images from the web to enhance and enliven classroom teaching and learning. Through hands-on activities, you will gain practical ideas that you will be able to immediately apply in your classroom. Explore how digital cameras and scanners work, basic photo editing techniques using Adobe Photoshop Elements, and how to integrate the use of digital images into the curriculum. During this course, you will develop an instructional module/presentation for your classroom, incorporating the use of digital images.

This is an introductory course open to all K-12 teachers with basic computer skills (word processing, e-mail, basic Internet skills, Macintosh [OS X 10.2.8 or higher] or Windows [XP or 2000]). Internet and e-mail and access to a digital camera and scanner is required. Trial versions of Photoshop Elements may be downloaded free.

Textbook for this course is Adobe Photoshop Elements 3.0: A Visual Introduction to Digital Imaging, by Philip Andrews (ISBN 0-240-52049-0), available at the HSU Bookstore.

date...............Aug. 20-Dec. 14

fee...............$145

place...............Online – via Internet

instr...............Stephen Zvolner

course...............EED/SED 701

credit...............1 unit, (CR/NC), 43697/43698

iMovie: Digital Video in the Classroom

Bring learning to life using digital video in your classroom. In this course, you will learn how to use digital video as an instructional tool for classroom projects and leave prepared with practical ideas that you will be able to immediately apply in your classroom. Learn how to create dazzling movies with special effects, voice-overs, music scores, transitions, titles, credits and much more. Through a variety of hands-on activities, you will learn how to work with digital video cameras and create and edit movies with iMovie, Apple's breakthrough digital video editing software. During this course, you will create and produce your own instructional movie that you can use for your classroom. This is an introductory course open to all K-12 teachers. Access to a digital video camera and Macintosh computer running OS 9.1 or later, with a FireWire port and Apple's iMovie software is required. It is recommended that you have 2 GB of free hard disk space.

date...............Aug. 20-Dec. 14

fee...............$145

place...............Online – via Internet

instr...............Stephen Zvolner

course...............EED/SED 701

credit...............1 unit, (CR/NC), 43699/43700

For Media Blender, Photoshop Elements, iMovie or Movie Maker, students may register at any time during the semester. However, if coursework is not completed, student will be assigned a grade of "INC" and have one year to complete coursework. If coursework is not completed within one year of course end date, grade converts to an "F."

Movie Maker

Learn how to create and edit movies using Microsoft Windows Movie Maker, a free video editing program for Windows XP. Movie Maker makes creating movies fun and simple. In this course, you will learn how to use digital video as an instructional tool for classroom projects and leave prepared with practical ideas that you will be able to immediately apply in your classroom. You will learn how to create dazzling movies, complete with special effects, voice-overs, music scores, transitions, titles, credits and much more. During this course, you will create and produce your own instructional movie that you can use for your classroom. This is an introductory course open to all K-12 teachers. Participants should have basic knowledge of the Windows operating system, access to the Internet and an e-mail account. Access to a digital video camera and PC running Windows XP with a FireWire port is required. It is recommended that you have 2 GB of free hard disk space.

This course is correlated with the national ISTE NETS (National Educational Technology Standards) and the No Child Left Behind Act.

A course reader of instructor material is used in this course.

date...............Aug. 20-Dec. 14

fee...............$145

place...............Online – via Internet

instr...............Stephen Zvolner

course...............EED/SED 701

credit...............1 unit, (CR/NC), 44290/44291

MediaBlender: Project-Based Learning with Multimedia

Explore the exciting possibilities of incorporating student-created multimedia projects into the curriculum, using MediaBlender, an easy-to-use multimedia authoring tool. MediaBlender allows students to create media rich presentations including text with hyperlinks, images, sound, animation, video and interactivity. Students can use MediaBlender as application software in the classroom, and access the online version outside of the classroom.

You will leave this class prepared with practical ideas that you will be able to immediately apply in your classroom. Among the topics this course will explore are the principles of project-based learning using multimedia, how to integrate multimedia technology into the curriculum, and how to manage and evaluate student produced multimedia projects.

As a part of this course, you will develop a project-based instructional lesson using MediaBlender.

This is an introductory course open to all K-12 teachers. You should have basic computer skills (e.g., word processing, email, basic Internet skills). You will also need access to the Internet and an email account. Trial versions of MediaBlender can be downloaded for free to your computer. This class is open to both Macintosh and Windows PC users. This course is correlated with the national ISTE NETS (National Educational Technology Standards) and the No Child Left Behind Act.

Textbook: Increasing Student Learning through Multimedia Projects, by Simkins, Michael; Cole, Karen; Tavalin, Fern; and Means, Barbara (2002). Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development.

date...............Aug. 20-Dec. 14

fee...............$145

place...............Online via Internet

instr...............Stephen Zvolner

course...............EED/SED 701

credit...............1 unit, (CR/NC), 44292/44293

Stephen Zvolner has an undergraduate degree in secondary education in physics and an M.S. in physics. He has worked for the past 18 years as a technologist and computer expert and has been teaching graduate multimedia courses at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota where he has also conducted faculty development workshops on the use of digital media in the classroom.

Build Your Dream House for a Song
and Own It Free and Clear in Five Years

Imagine how different your life would be if you had no rent or mortgage payment! You don't have to be tied to a 30-year mortgage. You can build your dream house, and own it free and clear in five years or less. You don't need a lot of experience either. Author David Cook and his family built their dream house in Marin County, Calif., and saved a bundle! In this inspirational seminar you'll learn how to:
• Buy land for less than retail at county tax sales
• Buy building materials for ten cents on the dollar
• Live on your land comfortably and rent-free while you build
• Get the best help for the least money
• And much more!

date...............Mon., Oct. 22

time...............6:30-9:30 p.m.

fee...............$39 plus $20 materials fee

place...............Science Complex Bldg B 133

instr...............David Cook

course...............EENC x010, 43766

David Cook, the author of Build Your Dream House for a Song, is a former salesman and restaurant owner. He'd barely picked up a hammer before starting work on his dream house.

the sciences

GEOLOGY FOR EDUCATORS AND DOCENTS

Landslides & Floods in Humboldt County

Look at the causes and evidence of landslides and flooding in our area. Discusses landslide and flood processes, landforms and risk analysis. Intended for teachers and students interested in teaching. May involve hiking on steep hillsides. No prerequisites.

date...............Th./Fri./Sat., Sept. 13-15

time...............Th./Fri.: 6:30-9 p.m. Sat.: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

fee...............$145

place...............Th./Fri.: Founders Hall 25. Sat.: Van Matre Hall 109

instr...............Andre Lehre

course...............Geol 700, 1 unit (CR/NC), 42416

Rocks & Minerals

An introduction to rock and mineral identification labs for the upper elementary and middle school earth science curriculum. Saturday afternoon field trip to Trinidad beach. Participants can check out the mineral and rock samples from the HSU collection for classroom use. A short project is required. No prerequisites.

date...............Fri./Sat., Oct. 19-20

time...............Fri.: 6:30-9 p.m. Sat.: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

fee...............$145

place...............Founders Hall 25

instr...............Brandon Schwab

course...............Geol 700, 1 unit (CR/NC), 41704

Tsunami!

Introduction to tsunamis and curriculum for K-12. Friday evening and Saturday morning activities include a table top exercise of the tsunami warning system, tsunami wave tank, and web-based activities. Half day field trip on Saturday to look at the tsunami hazard of Humboldt Bay. Includes discussion of the 2004 Indonesian tsunami and lessons for the North Coast. A short paper is required. No prerequisites.

date...............Fri./Sat., Nov. 2-3

time...............Fri: 6-9 p.m., Sat.: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

fee...............$145

place...............Founders Hall 25

instr...............Lori Dengler

course...............Geol 700, 1 unit (CR/NC), 42417

Lori Dengler, Ph.D., chair of the HSU Geology Dept., began working at HSU in 1979. She has been director of the Humboldt Earthquake Education Center since 1986. Her research includes historic seismicity of the California North Coast, earthquake intensity studies, application of seismic refraction to surficial process studies and earthquake/tsunami mitigation.

Andre Lehre, Ph.D., has been a professor in the HSU Geology Dept. since 1981. His research includes mechanics of surface processes: hillslope erosion, hillslope hydrology, channel dynamics, sediment transport and sediment budgets.

Brandon Schwab, Ph.D., is an associate professor in the HSU Geology Dept. His research is focused on mantle partial melting and the formation of mid-ocean ridge basalts utilizing the techniques of experimental petrology. He teaches mineralogy, petrology and introductory geology courses.

Internships

Restoring River Fisheries

This course is intended for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students interested in river fishes and approaches to restoring populations that have declined. The course covers the status of important anadromous fishes in the Pacific Northwest, reasons for their current status, and perspectives on river restoration. Ecological principles relevant to restoring declining populations of river fishes are stressed. Topics covered range from techniques for assessing watershed condition, to components of conservation hatcheries and the role of harvest in restoration.

Students must have access to a computer with Internet capabilities and will be expected to read one or more professional journal papers each week. Readings will be made available electronically. Students will also be required to write a proposal for restoration of one or more river fish populations. Students must register prior to the first day of fall semester, August 20, 2007.

date...............Aug. 20-Dec. 14

fee...............$290

place...............Online – via Internet

instr...............Walter Duffy

course...............FISH 480

credit...............2 units, 44952

Dr. Walter G. Duffy is the leader of the U. S. Geological Survey, California Cooperative Fisheries Research Unit and adjunct professor in the Fisheries Biology Dept. at Humboldt State University. He has engaged in research throughout North America on topics ranging from the aquatic food web of the Missouri River to invertebrate ecology in Arctic wetlands. For the past decade, he has been a leader in watershed restoration in California and has conducted extensive studies of Pacific salmon and steelhead. Dr. Duffy's interests in watershed restoration and the ecology of Pacific salmon led to his developing this course in restoration ecology.

Are you considering installing a solar electric system on your home or business? Enroll early in this useful course!

Botanical Survey of our Coastal Redwood Region

Would you like to identify the most common plants of our local coastal redwood region and have an understanding of the ecology and natural history of the environment they live in? Would you like to know more about the impact of invasive plant species on native plant communities, and learn about medicinal and traditional uses of native plants? Travel to four botanically intriguing and diverse locales, the Arcata Community Forest, the Manila or Lanphere Dunes, the Arcata Marsh, and Redwood Roots Farm in Bayside with Birgit Semsrott and develop a new relationship with the botanical world in your own community.

THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.
Please fill out the online mailing list form so that you may be contacted when this course is offered again.

Birgit Semsrott received her Master's in Biology in 2000 from HSU, where she taught Plant Taxonomy Lab classes for many semesters. She has been working as a botanist for a local consulting firm doing rare plant surveys of local forests. Birgit wrote a weed identification guide for Redwood Root Farm, and is currently enrolled in a 10-month Medicinal Herb study course. Birgit is in the process of starting her own consulting business for plant surveys, small-scale restoration, and native plant gardening.

University edventures

Beginning Kayaking

Two sessions offered this fall!

Plan for next year!

Discover Venice through Language and Immersion

Spring & Summer 2008

Join veteran language instructor Giulia Marini as you immerse yourself in the language and culture of her home, Venice, Italy.

Program Fees: Approximately $1,200 per person, double occupancy for either program session (some single rooms are available for an additional cost). The program fee does not include airfare. Two units of academic credit are available for $80 additional fee.

For more details, visit the Website or call 826-3731 for a brochure

Travelearn
Learning Vacations for Adults

HSU Over 60 Program

Earth Education International Semester Abroad Program