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Mini-Courses

Transform your life through the joy of learning! Immerse yourself in fun, mentally-stimulating courses designed to cultivate new skills and hobbies.
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Discover a world of short, affordable, and fun learning experiences with our Mini-Courses! We're excited to tailor our offerings to your interests—share your ideas and help us create a community-driven curriculum that brings people together. Join us and explore new hobbies, skills, and passions in a vibrant, engaging environment!

Citizen Journalism

  • Delivery Format: Hybrid
  • Cost: $29 w/ Scholarship, $149 regular
  • Credits: n/a
  • Start Date: Jan. 28
  • End Date: Mar. 4
  • Meeting Time(s): Tuesdays, 5 p.m.-7 p.m.

Course Overview: Do you love writing stories and researching interesting topics? Then this course is for you! Beginners are more than welcome, because no matter your level of experience, by the end of this mini-course you will know how to publish quality works of writing. Learn more today!

Mindfulness and Wellness Workshop

  • Delivery Format: In-Person
  • Cost: $69
  • Credits: n/a
  • Start Date: April 1
  • End Date: April 8
  • Meeting Time(s): Tuesdays, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Course Overview: Practicing mindfulness in everyday life has the power to reduce stress and enhance focus, improving both your physical and mental well-being. This workshop also explores wellness, which goes hand in hand with mindfulness, as it prioritizes nutrition and relationships and will greatly improve your wellbeing. Learn more today!

Short Term Rental Management and Investing

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Cost: $49
  • Credits: n/a
  • Start Date: April 2
  • End Date: April 9
  • Meeting Time(s): Wednesdays, 6 p.m.-7 p.m.

Course Overview: Have you ever wanted to learn more about platforms like Airbnb and VRBO? This course will guide you through every step of the short-term rental management process, including how to predict income and how to make your home stand out. Learn more today!

Retirement Planning Fundamentals

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Cost: $99
  • Credits: n/a
  • Start Date: April 16
  • End Date: April 30
  • Meeting Time(s): Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Course Overview: Prepare for a comfortable retirement in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where your participation and questions are encouraged. The material is taught in a way that is easy to understand, using real-life examples that are useful for developing a personalized retirement plan. Learn more today!

Retirement Planning Fundamentals

  • Delivery Format: Online
  • Cost: $99
  • Credits: n/a
  • Start Date: Sep. 10
  • End Date: Sep. 24
  • Meeting Time(s): Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Course Overview: Prepare for a comfortable retirement in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere where your participation and questions are encouraged. The material is taught in a way that is easy to understand, using real-life examples that are useful for developing a personalized retirement plan. Learn more today!