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March 4, 2008

Oakton Emeritus Program Offers Variety

The fine arts and history are spotlighted in courses offered by the Emeritus Program at Oakton Community College. Featured courses meet at Oakton's Skokie campus, 7701 N. Lincoln Ave.

Sketching and Watercolor (ART D07-71) is for anyone who likes to draw and wishes to improve their technique. All skill levels are welcome. Eight-week course meets 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Friday, starting March 21. Course fee is $90.

Puccini's Women (MUS C28-71) focuses on memorable female characters in the life and operas of Puccini. Enjoy excerpts from La Boheme, Madama Butterfly, and Turandot. Eight-week course meets 1 - 2:30 p.m., Friday, starting March 21. Course fee is $100.

The New Yorker (HUM E93-71) analyzes favorite selections from the sophisticated magazine established in 1925. A subscription is required. Six-week course meets 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Monday, starting March 24. Course fee is $60.

Europe, 1919 - 1939: Origins of World War II (HIS T90-71) examines the rise of fascism and emergence of the "Red Menace." Three-week course meets 2:30 - 4 p.m., Thursday, starting March 27. Course fee is $40.

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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