Communications
Discovering Your Heritage
Posted May 11th, 2009 by pbeisellThis course is designed to help you discover what heritage means for you. You will explore a personal heritage topic of your choice and develop your own definition of heritage. We will also learn about the heritage of others to help enhance your awareness of different heritages and improve your understanding of heritage as significant in the context of the community and society. We will journey through the world of heritage using guest speakers, discussions, selected readings, films, writing, research and field trips. All of this will increase your connection to heritage and your ability to utilize heritage resources for future heritage discovery.
Introduction to Oppression
Posted April 22nd, 2009 by pbeisellThis course is an introduction to oppression and the types of oppression that exist in North American society. The focus of the class is on the impact of oppression on women and comes from a feminist perspective.
Auditioning: How to Give Your Best Performance in Theatre and Film Auditions
Posted April 6th, 2009 by pbeisellLife presents us with challenges. We must "audition" every day. Actors must audition for stage and film work. This class will provide practical guidelines on the process of auditions and useful tools for auditioning. Important audition elements such as concentration, truth, spontaneity, energy, humor, courage and skill will be covered. Topics will include: theatre scenes, monologues, as well as auditioning for film/television, and musicals. It will be lively, practical, hands-on class for anyone interested in getting their feet wet, or improving their skills. Novices and seasoned veterans are welcome.
