May 12, 2012

Do you want to learn programming but can't work it into your busy schedule? Learn the basics of Java programming in just one day! This course is designed for adults with little or no previous programming experience. You will learn to use basic variables, loops, if/else statements, strings, and functions. This class is also an excellent tool for parents and teachers who want to help their students learn programming.

Instructor: Susie Cunningham

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December 10, 2011

Travel with us on a Caribbean cruise - minus the boat! Explore the culture and history of these colorful islands. Experience the flavor of the Caribbean with exotic foods, vibrant music, and fun activities. Enjoy carnival dancing, sampling Caribbean cuisine, and even make your own mask!

Instructor: Leslie-Ann James
 

January 14, 2012

Investigate mysterious bouncing objects, learn about electricity, build a model of the solar system, and explore the world of motion through interactive demos. Create your own star wheels, and decode an alien message. Construct a cargo ship for eggs and test it to see if your egg makes it home safely.

Instructor: Dr. Dain Kavars
 

January 21, 2012

American Sign Language (ASL) is the most commonly-used language you’ve never heard! Join us for this “hands-on” exploration of deaf culture and the history of ASL. Learn the Manual Alphabet, count to 100 on one hand, play cool games, and learn basic conversational signs. A whole new world of communication is right in your hands!

Instructor: Connie Whisler
 

January 28, 2012

Do you wish you could be more active or better at sports? Do you want to be faster, stronger, and healthier? Spend some time in the gym learning simple exercises that you can do at home. Find out how to calculate your BMI and assess your ideal heart rate. Learn to read and understand food labels and make healthy choices. Develop an exercise plan that works for you, play fun fitness games, and prepare a healthy snack!

Note: Be sure to wear tennis shoes and comfortable work-out clothes!

Instructor: Rachael Pruett
 

February 4 & 18, 2012

Your muscles do a million things with two simple actions: contract and relax. Simple? Not really. Come explore the complexity of human movement. Visit the Ball State University biomechanics lab to learn how muscles produce force and cause motion.

Instructor: Matt McClain
 

February 11, 2012

Investigate the workings of simple machines and the link to mechanical advantage. Delve into the design and creation of contraptions that move, make noise, lift things, entertain or solve everyday problems. Basic physics and engineering concepts will unfold as we examine robots!

Instructor: Linda Draper
 

February 25, 2012

Discover what it's like to be a member of Congress! Serve on a legislative committee in charge of a portion of the federal budget. Assume the role of a fictional member of Congress, cabinet official, presidential advisor, lobbyist, or interested citizen. How would you spend 2.6 trillion dollars?

Instructor: Ken Stuart
 

March 17, 2012

Explore the geography, culture, and alphabet of colorful Japan. Learn basic pronunciation, greetings, and gestures, as well as how to introduce yourself in this challenging Eastern language.

Instructor: Fumiko Chiuini
 

March 17, 2012

Want to get a head start on advanced high school math? We can help! Learn basic calculus and trigonometry functions, as well as basic geometry and visual math. Create a human unit circle, use familiar shapes to find the area under a curve, and explore exponents and logarithms. Find out how calculus, trigonometry, and geometry all relate and put yourself at the head of the class!

Instructor: Eduardo Beltran
 

March 17, 2012

Three dimensional programming is becoming more and more popular, especially in computer games and movies! Discover the tricks to programming objects using VRML (Virtual Reality Modeling Language) in an x, y, and z axis, then advance to a more enhanced graphical world using the new programming 3D packages. No previous programming experience necessary.

Instructor: Susie Cunningham
 

April 7, 2012

Why do people speak Spanish in so many different areas of the world? Find out why the Spanish language is becoming more important in America today! Learn Spanish songs and try some basic salsa, merengue, and bachata dance steps. Study different Spanish dialects and learn common phrases and words. Discover the meaning of the colors and symbols used to make the flags of Spanish speaking nations. Examine their cultures and find out how different they are. ¡Es muy divertido!

Instructor: Brandon Fitzsimmons
 

April 14, 2012

Travel to ancient Rome and explore the language of the Gods. Learn basic Latin words for many things like family, animals, and numbers – along with their English derivatives. Sample the mysteries of Roman and Greek mythology and classic cultures.

Instructor: Dr. Gislind Pentecost
 

April 21, 2012

Three-dimensional programming is becoming more and more popular, especially in computer games and movies! Discover the tricks to programming objects using an x, y, and z axis, then advance to a more enhanced graphical world using the new programming 3D packages. No previous programming experience necessary.

Instructor: Susie Cunningham
 

April 28, 2012

Learn to be a super sleuth! Investigate, search, and conduct surveillance to catch the bad guys. Use bugging devices and recorders to monitor your targets. Learn scientific collection of evidence and processing of cars and dorm rooms to solve crimes and bring the suspects to justice!

Instructor: Mike Mueller