Featured Events - March
Geologic Hike at the Ojito Wilderness Area
03/04
00483 Geologic Hike at the Ojito Wilderness Area
The San Ysidro anticline lies on the eastern edge of the Ojito Wilderness Area and is a unique geologic landscape within an hour's drive of Santa Fe and Albuquerque. This moderate level hike of 4.5 miles will allow you to explore the spectacular San Ysidro anticline. Here, Mesozoic rock layers have been folded into a dome structure, the core of which has been breached by erosion, exposing a variety of tilted, colorful rocks. The elevation of gain and loss on the hike is approximately 600 feet. Participants should bring appropriate hiking attire. Hiking poles are recommended. Fee includes guide, a box lunch and transportation.
Tuition: $92.00
Location: CE North Building
Life Drawing
03/07
02166 Life Drawing
Don't miss this great opportunity to work with artist Leo Neufeld. This class will focus on drawing the human form. Working from the model we will learn to interpret the human form to build confidence and improve control. We will begin with exercises in gesture, expressing the pose in as few lines as possible. The next step will be to block in the structure of the figure, learning to see the effects of light and shadow. Finally, we will cover rendering and techniques for finishing a piece, learning to see the subtleties that allow the artist to become more intimate with the subject. The goal is to learn to see, which in turn allows you to better express yourself. As class size is limited, please sign up early. Instructor information and materials list are availalble through registration and dce.unm.edu. Drawing materials coast approximately $25. Note: A model fee of $20 is payable to the instructor at the first day of class.
Tuition: $85.00
Location: CE North Building
Go Green With Web Forms--infoByte
03/07
50918 Go Green With Web Forms--infoByte
Using web-based forms over paper forms can have a significant effect on the environment by reducing our dependency on paper. Learn how building online forms lets you track submissions by email and/or database. See how building user registration systems will let you save user data for later submission/updating. Join web professional Kingsley Anderson to find out how you can put the web to work for you in helping the environment.
Tuition: $0.00
Location: CE South Building
Hot!! Hot!! Hot!! Salsa II
03/08
12786 Hot!! Hot!! Hot!! Salsa II
New Northwest Class Location! Have you ever taken beginning Salsa classes and wanted to learn more? This fun, high-energy class is for you! Review the FUNdamentals of Albuquerque's favorite spicy club dance: Salsa. Learn more challenging patterns and how to blend them smoothly. Improve your partner dance skills and lead/follow techniques. No partner is necessary as dancers will change partners often during class. A dance party will also be offered. Classes will be held at the Dance Emporium, 1550 Stephanie Rd Suite 101, Rio Rancho, NM. There is an additional $20/person or $30/couple materials/floor fee paid to the instructor.
Tuition: $40.00
Location: Dance Emporium - Rio Rancho
Intro to Architecture: Spring Break Camp (ages 9-12)
03/12
17223 Intro to Architecture: Spring Break Camp (ages 9-12)
This break, strech your creativity and explore architecture and design. Over the course of a week, you will investigate the elements of design--light and shadow, shapes and forms, materials and color--through various design projects. Young designers will learn visual communication, architectural conventions, structural systems and model building techniques.
Tuition: $145.00
Location: CE North Building
Spring Break With the Stars: Astronomy Camp for Teens (ages 13-15)
03/12
17732 Spring Break With the Stars: Astronomy Camp for Teens (ages 13-15)
Spend part of spring break gazing at brilliant skies and exploring astronomy. Our trip will begin at the Lodestar Planetarium in Albuquerque. From there, travel by van to Sevietta National Wildlife Refuge, located 20 miles north of Soccoro. Activities include star gazing, interaction with astronomers and scientists, a fieldtrip to the Very Large Array, hands-on astronomy activities, movie nights and more. Supervision, activities, entrance fees, meals and lodging are included. Participants stay in single-sex casitas with individual bedrooms and indoor plumbing.
Tuition: $200.00
Location: Sevietta National Wildlife Refuge
AutoCAD/AutoCAD Lite: Beginning
03/12
69111 AutoCAD/AutoCAD Lite: Beginning
Learn the fundamentals of Computer-Assisted Drafting (CAD) 3D and 2D rendering. This course compares and contrasts CAD and manual drafting methods, and stresses the fundamentals of drawing organization and layer management. Explore the effective use of blocks, fonts, and automatic dimensioning features. Students perform numerous exercises in class to reinforce the use of drawing and editing commands. Prerequisite: Basic Windows or equivalent experience.
Tuition: $699.00
Location: CE South Building
Fitness Cycling 101
03/13
06440 Fitness Cycling 101
This class will provide you with information to help you learn the basics of cycling. We will cover proper bike set-up, proper hand positioning, form, cadence, resistance and intensity. Come dressed in proper attire and bring a water bottle. Padded cycling shorts are recommended as well as either tennis shoes or cycling shoes with the SPD triple link clips. Note: Registration in this class entitles you to a discounted membership rate for Defined Fitness.
Tuition: $99.00
Location: Defined Fitness Riverside Plaza
Marketing and Self Promotion for Digital Artists
03/13
55622 Marketing and Self Promotion for Digital Artists
Develop materials to promote yourself, your business and/or your art online and offline. From media kits to promotional calendars, your view of self-marketing will move forward exponentially as a result of this content-packed, practical class. Artists, designers and other professionals will plan and execute publicity tactics with confidence as a result. Prerequisite: None.
Tuition: $179.00
Location: CE South Building
Introduction to Online Instruction
03/15
23041 Introduction to Online Instruction
Explore the fundamentals of online education. Understand the differences between face-to-face, hybrid, and fully-online learning environments and the strengths and limitations of each. Develop course materials and activities geared toward creating successful online learners. Discover strategies used to engage online learners and establish social presence. Recognize the role of an outstanding online instructor and what is required to effectively teach in an online environment.
Tuition: $299.00
Location: CE South Building
Social Media: Facebook, Twitter and Linked-In
03/15
55605 Social Media: Facebook, Twitter and Linked-In
Social media supports the human need for social interaction with other people using the Internet to broadcast media, dialogue and content. Learn how to use Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, link social media websites together for greater interaction, use mobile devices to update your sites, create profiles, blog, search for contacts, and reconnect with old friends. Note: To learn about using social media for marketing, see 55623. Prerequisites: Basic computer and Internet experience.
Tuition: $69.00
Location: CE South Building
Lovely Pins from Vintage Tins
03/17
05363 Lovely Pins from Vintage Tins
In this fun class, we will be cutting vintage tins into various shapes and adding bits and pieces of our own favorite antique gems and jewels to make some very special brooches for personal adornment or to give as gifts! Add a pin back and you've got a masterpiece! Scour your own home, yard sales, the flea market, antique and collectable shops for vintage tins with wonderful graphics. Go thru your old jewelry for little rhinestone bits and any other glittery stones, jewels and small flowers to bring to adorn your beautiful creation. You will be able to make 3-5 pins depending on what supplies you bring to class and your work style. Note: A materials list is available at dce.unm.edu or at time of registration.
Tuition: $55.00
Location: Forrester Studio in SE Area
UNM Young Writer's Conference (ages 10-17)
03/17
17180 UNM Young Writer's Conference (ages 10-17)
Calling all young writers! Join us for the 3rd Annual UNM Young Writers Conference. Learn the ins and outs of writing and getting published from professional writers. Genres include graphic novels, historical fiction, journalism and more. In addition, participants will learn various avenues toward getting published. Young authors are invited to share their work. Limited to first 60 participants. Fee includes a box lunch.
Tuition: $55.00
Location: CE North Building
CPR and AED for the Community and Workplace
03/17
38054 CPR and AED for the Community and Workplace
This course is designed for persons who do not work in the healthcare field but are occupationally required to, or desire to have CPR knowledge and skills, such as emergency response teams in business and industry, school bus drivers, adult residential care personnel, child care workers, teachers, parents and babysitters. Upon completion of this course you will be able to demonstrate proper removal of contaminated gloves; place an unresponsive breathing victim in a recovery position; perform effective rescue breathing with a face shield or pocket mask; perform effective chest compressions; perform effective CPR with one provider; and perform the steps to manage choking in a responsive victim.
Tuition: $59.00
Location: CE South Building
Paralegal Certificate Course
03/19
37326 Paralegal Certificate Course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the legal system and basic concepts of paralegalism, including civil procedure, litigation, evidence, interviewing, law office management, ethics, and Court rules and procedures. Students will learn basic library and online research, in addition to legal analysis and legal writing skills.
Tuition: $2,199.00
Location: CE South Building
Macintosh: Operating System Basics--Fast Track
03/19
54111 Macintosh: Operating System Basics--Fast Track
Are your Macintosh skills a little rusty? Do you already know Windows and want to learn about the Macintosh? Or are you moving to OS X? At a faster pace, learn the basic functions of the latest Macintosh Operating System, how to customize its setup, and create and work with aliases. Work with the Dock, Finder, Apple Menu, and System Preferences. Learn about file management, built-in accessories, the Find utility and more. Prerequisite: A basic knowledge of any version of Macintosh OS or working knowledge of Windows.
Tuition: $219.00
Location: CE South Building
Discover Office 2010
03/21
52011 Discover Office 2010
This four-hour class will give you a better understanding of the new features and possibilities of Office 2010. If you have upgraded your computer and are frustrated with the new layout, this class will help you refresh your knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Prerequisite: Basic computer experience.
Tuition: $99.00
Location: CE South Building
Smart Marketing
03/22
37066 Smart Marketing
Smart marketing invests your time, saves your resources, and employs today's techniques for developing and promoting your business or organization. Based on the revised and updated e-book, The Six-Week Marketing Master Plan" by Mary Ellen Merrigan, you will come away with a solid plan and a practical process that you can implement now. In this course, you will: Discuss and define target audience, understand the social threesome, formulate and prioritize edit list for website, prepare to launch an online media room, plan promotions for your business, and build your One Page Marketing Plan. For more information, visit our website at dce.unm.edu."
Tuition: $399.00
Location: CE South Building
Word: Beginning -- Fast Track
03/23
52151 Word: Beginning -- Fast Track
Learn the new capabilities of Word 2010 in just eight hours. This course will teach you how to create, edit, and save documents while formatting the text and paragraphs in the new Word 2010 software. Learn the basic functions of Word, such as managing headers and footers, paragraph alignment, creating tables, and customizing tabs. If you do not have any experience with Word, it is recommended you take a Basics course rather than a Beginning course. This course is designed to cover the topics quickly and accurately. Prerequisite: Basic computer experience.
Tuition: $229.00
Location: CE South Building
Jazz Choir
03/29
12744 Jazz Choir
The Jazz Choir practices and performs songs in jazz and acapella/pop styles. This fun class will help you with vocal techniques and offer opportunities for solos and improvisation. The class concludes with a concert on the last class date. Please include your voice type (if you know it) on the registration form. Note: New Mexico Jazz Workshop member discount available.
Tuition: $110.00
Location: New Mexico Jazz Workshop
