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January 10, 2006

Assortment of Oakton Emeritus Courses Begin in February

Classes start in February for a variety of fitness, film, and philosophy courses offered through the Emeritus Program at Oakton Community College. All featured courses meet at Oakton's Ray Hartstein Campus, 7701 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie.

Beginning Hatha Yoga (PED S10-71) teaches stretching, breathing, and relaxation techniques to relieve stress. Students should bring a small pillow and a mat or towel to class. Five-week course meets Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., starting Feb. 1. Course fee is $60.

Intermediate Hatha Yoga (PED S11-71) is for those who have attended Beginning Hatha Yoga and wish to advance in their practice. Eleven-week course meets Wednesdays, 10:45 - 11:45 a.m., starting Feb, 1. Course fee is $120.

Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down (HUM E74-71) allows students to share opinions about the latest movies. Six-week course meets Fridays, 1 - 3 p.m., starting Feb. 3. Course fee is $75.

Habitable Zones for Life - In Space and in Time (SC1 E04-71) studies the evolution of galaxies and the possible existence of other habitable planets exist. Session meets 1 - 2:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 3. Course fee is $20.

Axial Age I (PHL E49-71) explores the vast movement of intellectual and spiritual reorganization that occurred around the seventh century B.C.E. The influence of Zoroaster, Isaiah, Muhammad, Confucius, and others will be examined. Eight-week course meets 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Fridays, starting Feb. 3. Course fee is $90.

Oakton's Emeritus Program offers credit and noncredit courses, lectures, seminars, and tours, while providing a chance to share learning experiences with peers age 50 and over.

For more information about the Emeritus Program, including costs of featured lectures, call 847-635-1414 or 847-982-9888, press 3. For a complete list of Emeritus classes, course fees, seminars, and events, visit www.oakton.edu/emeritus.


Media Contact: Bill Paige (847) 635-1806


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