Enroll in continuing education courses at Niles North
High School, 9800 Lawler Ave., Skokie, offered by the Alliance for
Lifelong Learning at Oakton Community College.
Freelance Writing I (COM E72-01) offers valuable suggestions
on how to get your work published in magazines, newspapers, and on
the Internet. Strengthen your writing skills through peer editing
and instructor evaluation. Five-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m.,
Wednesday, starting Oct. 8. Course fee is $99.
Retirement Planning Today (FIN E02-02) teaches how
to integrate finances with goals and values to create an early retirement
plan. Three-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesday, starting
Oct. 8. Course fee is $40.
Journaling for Greater Optimism and Resiliency (PSY
C44-01) introduces students to methods aimed at constructing healthier
relationships and a more positive outlook. Eight-week course meets
7 – 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, starting Oct. 8. Course fee is $150.
Trace Your Family’s Roots (Genealogy on the
Internet) (HIS E70-01) demonstrates how to make use of the various
records and resources available to research your ancestors. Course
is taught by an experienced genealogist who has traced her family
history back hundreds of years. Four-week class meets 7 – 9
p.m., Monday, starting Oct. 13. Course fee is $69.
Franchising Opportunities (BUB E28-01) provides the
information necessary to start a franchise business. Course fee includes
all supplementary materials. Session meets 7 – 9 p.m., Monday,
Oct. 13. Course fee is $19.
For a complete Alliance for Lifelong Learning class schedule, including
registration and fee information, visit www.oakton.edu/all,
or call 847-982-9888, press 3.