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June 1, 2004


New Oakton Emeritus Classes Offered This Summer

Several new classes are being offered this summer through the Emeritus Program at Oakton Community College. All featured classes meet at the Ray Hartstein Campus, 7701 N. Lincoln Ave., Skokie.

Lincoln and His Generals (HIS C01-91) considers the relationship between Abraham Lincoln and his generals who had opposing ideas about fighting the Civil War. This two-week class meets 10 - 11:30 a.m., starting Thursday, June 17. Course fee is $30.

Sirens (MUS C04-91) uses video and audio excerpts to takes a closer look at famous operatic seductresses such as Delilah, Salome, Carmen, Venus, Tais, and Lulu. This six-week class meets 12:30 - 2 p.m., starting Thursday, June 17. Course fee is $70.

Beyond Blessings: Bringing Creativity to Jewish Life Cycle and Holiday Events (HUM S95-91) teaches how to create meaningful Jewish experiences that both respect and add spiritual components for a modern age. This course also considers how to incorporate customs and rituals, blessings, stories, and new writings to bring a fresh perspective to Jewish holidays. This four-week class meets 3 - 4:30 p.m., starting Wednesday, July 7. Course fee is $50.

Students age 60 and over who live within Oakton's district pay half-tuition for Emeritus noncredit classes. Those who have registered for an Oakton credit class within the last three years or an Alliance for Lifelong Learning noncredit class within the last five years may register using the Touch-Tone system by dialing 847-635-1616. Touch-Tone registration requires payment using a major credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover).

For more information, call 847-635-1414 or 847-982-9888, press 3. For a complete listing of Emeritus classes, course fees, seminars, and events visit www.oakton.edu/emeritus.



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