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Academy for Lifelong Learning (all) Academy for Lifelong Learning Learning Lifelong for Academy A Learning Community for Adults 50+ HISTORY & GOVERNMENT MOVIES ARTS & MUSIC & CRAFTS THEATRE SPRING 2020 FUN HOBBIES Course Schedule & MORE SPRING 2020 Course Schedule LSC-CyFair • LSC-Houston North • LSC-Kingwood • LSC-Montgomery • LSC-North Harris • LSC-Tomball • LSC-University Park Academy for Lifelong Learning A learning community for adults 50+ Lone Star College ALL memberships at each LSC campus are available for an affordable annual fee. No prior education is required. No With 89,000 students in credit classes, and a total grades are given. No tests or textbooks required. This is enrollment of more than 99,000 students, Lone Star College learning for the enjoyment of learning. is one of the fastest-growing and largest community college systems in the nation. Recognized for its commitment As a member, you can help decide what is offered, volunteer to student success and credential completion, LSC is a to teach a course, or help arrange day trips. You will also national leader in conferring degrees. Students rely on Lone receive advance notice of our many fine arts events and have Star College for associate degrees, certifications for work access to our libraries and computer labs. in high-demand industries, and credits that enable them to transfer anywhere. LSC offers affordable, high-quality ALL member benefits include: education close to home at its seven colleges including • Free or low-cost lectures, workshops and seminars; LSC-CyFair, LSC-Houston North Victory, LSC-Kingwood, • Day trips to local nature and historical sites; LSC-Montgomery, LSC-North Harris, LSC-Tomball, and LSC- • Access to select college fitness centers; University Park. • Advance notice of art shows with artist receptions; • Discount pricing on plays, concerts and musicals; Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) • 20 percent discount (if age 60 or older) on some The Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) is a membership community education courses; community that enriches the lives of senior adults by providing • Access to college libraries and computer labs; and stimulating classes and seminars, social activities, skills • Campus photo ID cards. development, and opportunities for personal growth. One of Activities are designed with the busy schedules of seniors in the fastest-growing trends in America is for seniors to move mind. Most classes are one to two hours in length. Some may near colleges and universities to take advantage of low-cost have multiple class sessions over several weeks. Day trips are artistic and cultural activities. local, one-day outings. All information is easy to understand and enjoyable. Instructors are knowledgeable and approachable. Registration is required to attend activities and classes. Participate Educational Seminars In addition to attending classes and activities, you can make • Aging issues new friends and enrich your life by learning new things. You • Finance are encouraged to participate as a committee member or • History volunteer as an instructor to share your ideas. • Health and fitness lectures Volunteer instructor. What better way to share your Personal Growth enthusiasm and expertise in subjects important to you than • Book clubs becoming an ALL volunteer instructor? You have a lifetime of • Political discussions knowledge to share—whether it’s discussing an historical event • Art appreciation, art, drawing and painting or sharing your love of arts and crafts. Becoming a volunteer Skills Development instructor allows you to teach others about what is near and • Basic computer dear to your heart, all in a safe and fun environment. An ALL • Writing staff member can give you more details about becoming a Social Activities volunteer instructor. • Hobbies and crafts Committee member. The ALL program staff members need • Local day trips input from knowledgeable members to help make decisions • Game days about course selection, scheduling and marketing. As a • Nature walks volunteer committee member, you’ll be able to do that and • Plays, musicals, concerts more. Your life experience is important and can help ensure • Luncheons the success of the ALL program and promote ALL within the • Movies community. Contact your local campus ALL staff member about committee opportunities. ALL Membership Enjoy the membership benefits of seven Lone Star Table of Contents College campuses and offsite center locations. Your non- LSC-CyFair Classes .........................................5 refundable $25 membership fee effective September 1-August 31 entitles you to take courses and to use the LSC-Kingwood Classes ................................. 16 services of LSC-CyFair, LSC-Houston North (including the LSC-Houston North Victory), LSC-Kingwood (including LSC-Atascocita Center Classes ....................... 28 the LSC-Atascocita Center), LSC-Montgomery, LSC-North LSC-Montgomery Classes ..............................34 Harris, LSC-Tomball (including the LSC-Creekside Center) and LSC-University Park. LSC-North Harris Classes .............................. 48 LSC-Tomball Classes ..................................... 55 LSC-University Park Classes ...........................65 SPRING 2020 COURSE SCHEDULE 1 POLICIES Equal Opportunity Statement Lone Star College is committed to the principle of equal opportunity Student Rights and Responsibilities in education and employment. Lone Star College does not Information on some student rights and responsibilities are included discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, disability, below. For additional information, please refer to the LSC Board age, veteran status, sexual orientation, nationality or ethnicity in its Policy Manual. programs and activities. The LSC Associate Vice Chancellor, Human Resources is designated If there is any conflict between the LSC Board Policy and this course as the LSC Equal Opportunity Officer and Title IX Coordinator for schedule, the LSC Board Policy will govern. employees. The LSC Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Success, is The information set forth in this course schedule is intended to be designated as the Title IX Coordinator for students. informational and not contractual in nature. LSC reserves and All employee inquiries concerning LSC policies, compliance retains the right to amend, alter, change, delete or modify any of the with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations (such as Title VI, provisions of this course schedule at any time or in any manner that Title IX, and Section 504), and complaints may be directed to: the administration or the LSC Board of Trustees deems to be in the best interest of LSC. Chief Human Resources Officer, The information stated herein is for the students benefit and assistance. Equal Opportunity Officer, The administration of LSC reserves the right to act as final interpreter Title IX Coordinator of this course schedule. Additionally, LSC reserves the right to change, 5000 Research Forest Drive without prior notice, tuition, fees, requirements and regulations, as The Woodlands, TX 77381 obligated by district or legislative action and as allowed by law. 832.813.6520 [email protected] LSC cannot guarantee that courses listed in this course schedule will be offered in any given term or year at any college. Registration for a particular section or course will be permitted only until available The LSC Associate Vice Chancellor of Student Success, is designated classroom space or facilities have been filled. LSC reserves the right as the LSC Title IX Coordinator for students. All student inquiries to cancel any course or section for which enrollment is insufficient. concerning LSC policies, compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations (such as Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504), and A student who wishes to review documents regarding the accreditation complaints may be directed to: of Lone Star College may do so by making an appointment with the Chief Student Services Officer (CSSO). Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Success Title IX Coordinator Communication 5000 Research Forest Drive All official communication from Lone Star College to its students is The Woodlands, TX 77381 delivered through its web portal system, myLoneStar, and Lone Star 832.813.6614 College provided email accounts. [email protected] Computer System Availability Lone Star College recognizes the value technology adds to teaching Inquiries about the laws and compliance may also be directed to and learning, and built a robust and stable infrastructure to support the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education. For further it. Because regular maintenance of computer systems is critical to information, visit ed.gov for the address and phone number of the their performance and efficiency, planned downtimes are normally office that serves your area or call 1.800.421.3481. performed after-hours to minimize disruption to faculty, students and staff. Advanced notice of the scheduled maintenance is distributed State Licensure Eligibility in many ways and provides information on the services impacted Lone Star College offers some workforce associate degree or with estimated start and end times. Users are encouraged to note certificate programs in which a state license is required to obtain these communications and plan accordingly. Contact the Service employment in healthcare, emergency services or business services Desk at 832.813.6600 or [email protected] for updates. fields. For students in