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SEP 3004 LMU EXTENSION OCTOBER

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OCTOBER CLASS SCHEDULE FOR LMU EXTENSION


Sept. 30, 2004 -- LMU Extension announces the following fall classes beginning in October at the Loyola Marymount University Westchester campus:

October 18
On Camera Acting Workshop
Students will learn the art of selling a product to television audiences, how to audition for commercials, read storyboards, analyze commercial copy, slate names and give profiles. This workshop is designed for acting students, lecturers and others who wish to improve their speaking skills. Taught by Lizzie Maxwell, an actress, acting coach and author of "Little Fish in a Big Pond - A Support Guide for Actors," the class meets Mondays, Oct. 18 -- Nov. 22, 7:15 -- 9:15 p.m. Cost is $165 and participants earn one semester hour of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

October 19
French II Intermediate
A continuation of French I, this class builds on speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. Class meets Tuesdays, Oct. 19 -- Nov. 30, 7:15 -- 9:15 p.m., and is open to both continuing and new students. Cost is $165 and participants earn one semester hour of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

October 21
Rags to Real Estate Riches
Ninety-seven percent of today's millionaires achieved their status mainly through real estate. This seminar teaches students how to purchase investment properties. Whether you make $30,000 or $300,000, are highly leveraged, have good, bad, or no credit, this seminar will help you change your life. The seminar, which is open to all, meets Thursday, Oct. 21, 7:15 -- 10 p.m. Cost is $75, with an additional lab fee of $20. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

Mat Pilates II
Pilates was developed in the 1920s by legendary fitness trainer, Joseph Pilates, to retrain the body to move in a balanced, more efficient way. The series of exercises helps eliminate muscle imbalances and creates a streamlined, lengthened, and strengthened body. This class is taught by Heidi Pimentel, ACE Certified Personal Trainer and co-star on ESPN2's "Gotta Sweat", and the National Director for Cory Everson's Mind Body Retreat. Class meets Thursdays, Oct. 21 -- Dec. 2, 5:15 -- 6:15 p.m. Cost is $135. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

Rhythmic Yoga II
Learn to strengthen, stretch and re-align the body by linking the breath with music. Each class closes with a period of instructor-led deep relaxation. This class is taught by Heidi Pimentel, ACE Certified Personal Trainer and co-star on ESPN2's "Gotta Sweat", and the National Director for Cory Everson's Mind Body Retreat. Class meets Thursdays, Oct. 21 -- Dec. 2, 6:30 -- 7:30 p.m. Cost is $135. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

French VI
This class is a continuation of French V and will include further study of French grammar and literature. Class meets Thursdays, Oct. 21 -- Dec. 2, 7:15 -- 9:15 p.m. Tuition is $165 and participants earn one semester hour of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

October 22
Yoga Sadhana: Principles of a Healthy Life
Kausthub Desikachar, son and student of Sri TKV Desikachar, teaches this three-day workshop during which students will explore the Yoga Sutra of Patanjali, the first complete work on Yoga, which is considered to be the final authority on the subject. Students will also learn techniques for cultivating a healthy Yoga lifestyle. This workshop is open to all, but will be especially beneficial to teachers and practitioners of Yoga. Class meets Friday -- Saturday, Oct. 22 - 23, 6 -- 9 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 24, 9 a.m. -- 1:30 p.m. Tuition is $165 and participants earn one semester hour of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu/religion, email Yoga@lmu.edu, or call 310-338-2799.

October 23
Marketing Yourself in the Entertainment Industry
In this three-hour seminar students will learn how to write and present a resume that sells, meet and present themselves to the right people and where to network. Role-playing will be part of this class. Taught by Lizzie Maxwell, actress, acting coach and author of "Little Fish in a Big Pond - A Support Guide for Actors," the workshop will meet on Saturday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m. -- 1 p.m. Cost is $75 for the workshop and $12 lab fee. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

Health Education in the Schools
The nature and scope of health education, including nutritionally balanced diets, tobacco, alcohol, narcotics, designer drugs and HIV/Aids are covered. This course meets California State requirements for the Preliminary 2042 Multiple and Single subject credentials and the Professional CLAD/BCLAD credentials. Open to educators, this class meets Saturdays, Oct. 23 -- Nov. 13, 9 a.m. -- 1 p.m. Tuition is $300 and participants earn two semester hours of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

Gujarati II
Continuing students will build on the skills learned in Gujarati I, which is a prerequisite. The class is taught by Dr. Sitanshu Yashaschahdra, a distinguished author, teacher, and editor. He was a visiting professor at Sorbonne University, and has lectured at the Universities of Chicago, Heidelburg, and Delhi. Class meets Saturdays, Oct. 23 -- Dec. 4, 1 -- 3:30 p.m. Tuition is $165 and participants earn one semester hour of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

Hindi II
Students will continue to expand on beginning skills for speaking and reading learned in Hindi I, which is a prerequisite. The class is taught by Dr. Sitanshu Yashaschahdra, a distinguished author, teacher, and editor. Dr. Yashaschahdra was a visiting professor at Sorbonne University, and has lectured at the Universities of Chicago, Heidelburg, and Delhi. Class meets Saturdays, Oct. 23 -- Dec. 4, 9 a.m. -- 11:30 p.m. Tuition is $165 and participants earn one semester hour of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

October 26
Beginning Hatha Yoga II
This class is designed to help students begin a daily home-practice of yoga. Hatha Yoga promotes physical, emotional and mental well-being, and is an ideal way to reduce stress. Class meets Tuesdays, Oct. 26 -- Nov. 30, 5:15 -- 6:15 p.m. Cost is $135. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

Introduction to German II
Students will improve their German language oral and grammar skills during this class, which is a continuation of German I. The class is open to students who have taken German I and new students who have previous experience with the language. Class meets Tuesdays, Oct. 26 -- Nov. 30, 7:15 -- 9:15 p.m. Tuition is $165 and participants earn one semester hour of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.


Integrating Technology for Secondary Educators
This hands-on, project-based class focuses on how technology can be used to support and enhance subject matter competency. Students will collaborate with others within their subject matter specialty. Open to all secondary educators, this course fulfills the technology requirement for the California Level 2 Teaching Credential. Class meets Tuesdays, Oct. 26 -- Dec. 7, 4 -- 6:30 p.m. Cost is $450 and participants earn three semester hours of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

October 27
Katha Upanishad
Taught by R. Narayanaswami, Ph.D., a founding member of the Venkateshvara Temple in Malibu, this course builds on the themes explored in the first Upanishads course, though that course is not a prerequisite. In the Katha Upanishad, a young boy has a dialogue with Lord Yama, the Lord of Death. The dialogue serves to provide enlightenment on the great transition called death. The class is open to all, but will be especially beneficial to teachers and practitioners of yoga. Class meets Mondays and Wednesdays, Oct. 27 -- Nov. 10, 7:15 -- 9:15 p.m. Cost is $165 and participants earn one semester hour of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

Prevention, Education and Intervention for Alcohol and Other Drugs Online Course
This online class explores the major theories and approaches to prevention, education and intervention into the use and abuse of psychoactive substances. Relevant research, theory and trends in the primary prevention field are reviewed. Students will learn primary, secondary and tertiary prevention strategies and techniques. Class meets Wednesdays, Oct. 27 -- Dec. 15. Students must have a computer and access to the Internet to participate in this course. Cost is $165 and students earn one semester hour of continuing education credit. For more information or to register, visit http://extension.lmu.edu or call 310-338-1971.

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