Salem College Courses For Community - Spring 2010

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Salem College invites you to participate in a variety of non-credit courses through the Courses for Community program. In the spring of 2010, there are 50 exciting opportunities to increase your knowledge, activity level, improve your lifestyle, and fulfill personal enjoyment - all on the grounds of Salem’s beautiful campus. The registration fees are competitive, yet affordable, and class sizes are limited in order to enhance the learning environment and encourage interaction among participants. The Live Well Series continues this term. Under the title of Live Well are five course offerings that will enhance your lifestyle through gardening, organizing and learning how to improve your health. Discounts are available for selected courses and are designated in the course description. Need a Gift? Courses for Community offers a variety of courses that would make the perfect gift for any occasion. We offer gift certificates titled to a specific course upon request. For general information, visit our website at www.salem.edu/cfc or contact Betty Telford at [email protected] or 336/721- 2855. Many thanks to Old Salem Museums & Gardens for their generosity in providing facilities.

Courses for Community Calendar by Start Date JANUARY 26 SAT Prep Math - Option I 28 SAT Prep Critical Reading and Writing Option - I 28 Introduction to Wine

16 17 17 18 19

Wines of Europe When We Talk About Love For the Love of Chocolate! Adult Self-Defense Praxis I & II Prep

FEBRUARY 2 Introduction to French 2 Trotting Tuesdays – Horseback Riding 4 Planning for Retirement – Option I 4 Bridge … Defense in the 21st Century 4 Introduction to Spanish … Relaxed 4 Ballroom Dancing – Option I 6 Start Right with Seeds 8 Painting the Luminous Landscape: The Art of Glazing 8 Opera: Wagner's Ring Cycle 9 Still-Life Painting 9 Growing Spiritually through Grief, Loss and Life's Transitions 10 Spring Paint Workshop – Option I 16 Belly Dancing – Option I

MARCH 1 Hymnody 2 Tastes of Mali 2 Planning for Retirement – Option II 3 Writing Hors D’oeuvres: Reading and Writing the Short-Short Story 8 Know Your Health Numbers 9 Creating a Beautiful Kitchen Garden 9 Create A Beautiful Home … One Room at A Time 10 Comparing Wine Varieties Around the World 11 How Did I Let It Get Like This? 16 Continuing French 16 SAT Prep Critical Reading and Writing – Option II 18 SAT Prep Math – Option II 18 How To Be A Savvy Patient 18 Ballroom Dancing – Option II

APRIL 6 6 6 6 7 12 12 12 12 12 12 13 20 22 23

Belly Dancing – Option II Taking You to Court – Tennis, That Is Animals: Ready, Set, Paint -– Option I, Teens/Adults Navigating Financially Through Life's Transitions Spring Paint Workshop – Option II Dust off Your Dancing Shoes Zumba Gold American Red Cross-Life Guard Certification Animals: Ready, Set, Paint – Option II, Youth Spring Fairways – Golf Lessons Salem College Wine Dinner In Focus … Pacific Northwest and New Zealand The Short Story from Start to Finish Introduction to Children’s Publishing GRE Prep

Writer’s Series

Live Well Series

When We Talk About Love (Mepham)

Bring a friend, relative or spouse, and come be inspired. Select one course for $30; 2 or more registrations, $25 each.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, this course will explore the narrative possibilities of writing love stories, read published pieces and begin one of your own. Required text: My Mistress’s Sparrow is Dead: Great Love Stories, from Chekhov to Munro, Edited by Jeffrey Eugenides. Wednesdays, February 17 – 24 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. [$55]

Writing Hors D’oeuvres: Reading and Writing the Short-Short Story (Mepham) This course will explore the challenges and benefits of writing and reading the short-short story. We will read a variety of short-short pieces and write a few of our own. Required text: Flash Fiction Forward. Eds. James Thomas & Robert Shapard. Wednesdays, March 3 – April 7 No class March 31 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. [$80]

The Short Story from Start to Finish (Woodring)

You will learn to compose a short story from start to finish including brainstorming ideas to drafting and revising to researching magazines and journals for submittal. Includes a critique of your short story by the instructor. Tuesdays, April 20-May 18 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. [$ 80]

Introduction to Children’s Publishing (Bryant)

Are you ready to learn everything you need to know to create, write and pitch your children’s book in this incredibly competitive market? You will, in this two-part class. Thursdays, April 22 – 29 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. [$55]

Starting Right with Seeds (Bare)

Everything from vegetables to trees can be started from seed at a fraction of the cost of buying nursery plants. Students will learn the techniques used to successfully grow seeds to mature plants. We will also discuss growing under lights, acclimating tender seedlings to the garden, how to save seed to grow next year and all other aspects of raising plants from seed. Class meets at Reynolda Gardens greenhouse. Saturday, February 6 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. [$30]

Know Your Health Numbers (Koone)

Learn the important basic health numbers you need to know in order to assess your health, develop a health improvement strategy and participate in a heart-health assessment during class. Mondays, March 8 – 22 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. [$30]

Creating a Beautiful Kitchen Garden (Bare)

Build the skills to create a garden that is beautiful and productive, supplying vegetables, herbs and flowers throughout the growing season. Develop your garden space with the “cottage garden” at Reynolda Gardens serving as the model. The final class will meet at Reynolda Gardens. Class is limited to 12. Tuesdays, March 9 and 16 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. and one Saturday morning field trip on March 27 [$30]

How Did I Let It Get Like This? (Lindel)

Bring your most frustrating organizational issues to this session and take home tips on resolving them, what resources are available and how to know when you are in over your head and need to hire a professional. Thursday, March 11 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. [$30]

How to Be a Savvy Patient (Corbett)

Learn how to partner with each member of your medical team for better care, fewer chances for errors and decreased costs. Enroll with your advocate to increase your awareness. Thursdays, March 18 & 25 and April 15 & 22 No class April 1 and April 8 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. [$30]

Personal Enrichment Series

Introduction to French Conversation (Wallace)

Learn French pronunciation as well as basic sentence construction in a fun, relaxed setting, and begin building a useful vocabulary. The course uses the text/CD kit titled: Living Language: French Complete Course. The CD set accompanying the text provides guidance and practice outside of class. Tuesdays, February 2 – March 9 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. [$80; any two registrations, $150]

Continuing French Conversation (Wallace) Practice using the French language in different situations to enhance and add to your vocabulary and language skills; practical aspects of language will be the focus in this lively and fun course. The text/CD set from Introduction to French Conversation (Living Language) will be used as a course resource. Tuesdays, March 16 – April 27 No class March 30 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. [$80; any two registrations, $150]

Introduction to Spanish-Relaxed (Henson) Enroll in a relaxed setting to acquire knowledge of the pronunciation of the Spanish language, practice speaking the target language and acquire basic grammar skills. Ideal for employers with a diverse workforce and educators wanting to better communicate with ESL students and parents. Participants are encouraged to purchase a thematic vocabulary text for use throughout the course. Thursdays, February 4 – March 11 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. [$80; any two registrations, $150]

Bridge ... Defense in the 21st Century (Goins)

Improve your defensive skills at the bridge table. Topics included are opening leads, defensive signals and developing defensive tricks. Pre-dealt hands allow students to practice bidding and playing bridge while the focus is on defensive strategy. Thursdays, February 4 – April 8 10:00 a.m. – Noon [$75]

Planning for a Comfortable Retirement (Moser)

Learn how to assess the costs associated with retirement, determine your sources of retirement income, improve your investment potential, reduce your financial risk and help preserve your estate for your heirs. You will receive a workbook that is designed to be used in class and will be a useful reference tool afterward. (This course is designed for those considering retirement within the next 10 years.) This informative course is designed for educational purposes only; no specific financial services or products will be emphasized. Option I: Thursdays, February 4 – 25 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. [$45, or $60 couple] Option II: Tuesdays, March 2 – 23 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. [$45, or $60 couple]

Opera: Wagner’s Ring Cycle (Levy)

This course, co-sponsored by the Piedmont Opera and Salem’s Courses for Community, will examine in depth the four opera masterpieces in Richard Wagner’s Ring cycle, both in the context of Wagner’s earlier works and of 19th century opera in general. Suitable for both opera novices and experienced operagoers; concludes with a viewing of the Ring cycle on DVD. Mondays, February 8 – May 10 No class March 8 and March 29 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. [$75; any two registrations, $140]

Growing Spiritually Through Grief, Loss and Life’s Transitions (LoCicero, Hawkins) Learn how grief can produce spiritual growth, direction and transcendence of life’s distractions. Have meaningful and effective discussions on the rituals of transition; understand better how your loss history impacts your personal and professional life; and utilize techniques to stay centered in the midst of suffering. Tuesdays, February 9 – March 2 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. [$45]

For the LOVE of Chocolate (Ellis)

Indulge yourself in a chocolate-tasting extravaganza! Learn about the history and production of chocolate, then sample and evaluate a variety of delicious chocolates. This makes a wonderful Valentine’s Day treat: gift certificates available. Wednesday, February 17 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. [$25; any two registrations, $40]

Pre� Series

- SAT, GRE

and Praxis I and II Hymnody: Celebrating the Hymns of Erdmuth Dorothea von Zinzendorf: Reading, Rewriting, Re-Arranging them for the 21st Century (Weber and Windsor)

Erdmuth Dorothea von Zinzendorf (17001756) wrote more than 300 Moravian hymns, most of which were not translated into English. Learn about the spirited and spiritual contributions of this 18th century writer, and have an opportunity to introduce Erdmuth to a wider audience by working with a translator to rewrite them as poetry, illustrating them and preparing them for a shared publication. You will work individually or with a partner to select and rewrite verses, research poetic images or design illustrations to accompany verses. Mondays, March 1 - 15 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. [$45; any two registrations, $80]

Tastes of Mali (The Healing Force)

The diverse talents of The Healing Force members will help you connect culturally with the country of Mali through sessions involving drumming, dancing and learning Bamana greetings and songs. Families welcome. Tuesdays, March 2 – 23, April 6 -13 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. [$50; Discounts available for families.]

Create A Beautiful Home … One Room at a Time (ReDESIGNS by Ava)

Learn about focal points, lighting, hanging art, choosing color and fabrics and the art of accessorizing; learn how not to make the “10 Top Decorating Mistakes” and be on your way to the home of your dreams. Tuesdays, March 9 – 23 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. [$55; any two registrations, $100]

Navigating Financially through Life’s Transitions: Career Changes, Divorce, Death of a Parent and a Volatile Market (Moser)

You will focus each class meeting on a different transition and its impact upon your overall financial stability, from career changes (session I) and divorce (session II) to the death of a parent (session III) and the volatility of the market (session IV). This is the financial “boot camp” you’ve been looking for! Tuesdays, April 6 – 27 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. [$45]

SAT Prep – Math and Critical Reading and Writing

Praxis I and II Prep Series (Hatch)

MATH Part I, Math: Tuesdays, January 26 – March 9 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. [$175] Part II, Math: Thursdays, March 18 – April 29 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. [$175]

Friday, February 19 from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m., Saturday, February 20 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and Friday, February 26 from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. [$325 course fee due at required pre-registration]

Perform up to your potential on the SAT and learn strategies for successful test taking. Acquired skills can be implemented in daily classroom assignments to increase academic success. Students are required to bring Barron’s 24th Edition, How to Prepare for the SAT. The seven weeks of tutorials will assist you in preparing for success. Class size is limited. Pre-registration required. Fee: $175 per course or both for $325. National SAT Testing Dates are: March 13, May 1, and June 5.

READING AND WRITING Part I, Critical Reading and Writing: Thursdays, January 28 – March 11 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. [$175] Part II, Critical Reading and Writing: Tuesdays, March 16 – April 27 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. [$175]

Prepare yourself for the Praxis I and II. Learn to improve test-taking skills, increase reading speed, enhance reading comprehension, reduce test-taking anxiety and increase content knowledge. The course is a total of 15 hours of class time over a three-session commitment. You can make a difference in how well you perform on the Praxis in two Friday afternoons and part of one Saturday. Class sessions are prior to national test dates. Dr. Charles W. Hatch offers a MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: $140 refunded to participants who attend all sessions, follow the workshop format but do not pass.

GRE Prep Series (Hatch)

Prepare for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) by improving your test-taking and reading skills, eliminating your test anxiety and improving your confidence. During 15 hours of instruction you will learn how to gain the necessary skills for taking the GRE. Friday, April 23 from 4:00-9:00 p.m., Saturday, April 24 from 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and Friday, April 30 from 4:00-9:00 p.m. [$325 course fee due at required preregistration]

Wine Series

Intro to Wine (Heye)

Learn to evaluate wines as you taste the major grape varieties from around the world. The final class takes place at a local vineyard. Participants must be 21. Thursdays, January 28 – February 11 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. [$70]

Wines of Europe (Heye)

Take a guided tour at Salem through the vineyards of France, Germany, Italy and Spain. Participants must be 21. Tuesdays, February16 – March 2 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. [$75]

Comparing Wine Varieties Around the World (Heye)

Sharpen your knowledge of various wine regions and, on the last evening, test your acumen with a blind tasting! Participants must be 21. Wednesdays, March 10 – 24 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. [$75]

Art Series

Salem College Wine Dinner (Heye)

Our “Wine Guy” has worked with Noble’s Grill to select wines to match a full dinner offering. For additional details on the wines, menu and for reservations, please call the CfC number at 336/721-2855. Participants must be 21. Monday, April 12 6:30 p.m. [$85]

In Focus ... Pacific Northwest and New Zealand (Heye) This class will feature the wines of Oregon and Washington in the first session and New Zealand in the second. These regions are relatively new, but are making breakthrough wines that are setting new standards Participants must be 21. Tuesdays, April 13 – 20 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. [$80]

Painting the Luminous Landscape: The Art of Glazing (Verano)

Discover how to create glowing landscapes with great emotional appeal using gel mediums. Bring to class easels, water-soluble oils or acrylics paints, brushes, canvas and your favorite travel photos for inspiration. Mondays, February 8 – March 15 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. [$130]

Still-Life Painting (Verano)

Learn to paint simple objects in proper perspective with lively, expressive brush strokes. Bring easels, water-soluble oils or acrylic paints, brushes and canvas, plus objects you would like to incorporate into your paintings. Tuesdays, February 9 – March 16 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. [$130]

Spring Paint Workshop – Option I and Option II (Verano)

This painting workshop is perfect for the avid painter and the creative student who wants to be in the friendly company of other like-minded artists. Bring to class: canvas, brushes, acrylic or water-soluble paints, pastels and drawing pads with reference materials to compliment your projects. Option I: Wednesdays, February 10 – March 17 12:30 – 3:00 p.m. [$130] Option II: Wednesdays, April 7 – May 12 12:30 – 3:00 p.m. [$130]

Animals: Ready, Set, Paint – Option I and Option II (Verano)

Each class session is filled with demonstrations and exercises for capturing your favorite animal in action and on the run! Bring your favorite animal pictures for inspiration, drawing pad, pencil, three 9 x12 canvas panels and tubes of acrylic paint (red, yellow, and blue). Paint brushes are provided; paint shirt recommended. Option I – Teens/Adults: Tuesdays, April 6 – May 11 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. [$115] Option II – Youth: Mondays, April 12 – May10 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. [$100]

Health and Fitness Series

Trotting Tuesdays (Lovell)

Learn the basics of handling a horse – mount/ dismount, walk, trot, post and acquire general riding skills. Riding experience is not required; classes are open to horse lovers of all ages. Tuesdays, February 2 – March 2 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. [$165]

Ballroom Dancing – Option I and Option II (Econ)

Enjoy the fun and exercise of dance steps such as the waltz, foxtrot, rumba, cha-cha and swing. Partners not necessary. Option I: Thursdays, February 4 – March 11 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. [$65; any two registrations, $120] Option II: Thursdays, March 18 – May 6 No class on April 1 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. [$65; any two registrations, $120]

Belly Dancing – Option I and Option II (Dickerson)

During the Option II course, you will learn basic belly dance steps, such as hip and torso circles, figure 8, slides, and more. A yoga-based warm-up and cool-down are included, in addition to the technique practice. During the Option II course you’ll continue adding complex moves and layering to this style of dance. Option I dancers can easily continue in Option II. Option I: Tuesdays, February 16 – March 23 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. [$65; any two registrations, $120] Option II: Tuesdays, April 6 – May 11 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. [$65; any two registrations, $120]

Adult Practical Self-Defense (Gallagher)

Learn to recognize potentially dangerous situations and how to escape from the most common attacks. Class will involve practical applications and basic martial arts practice and workout. Each student should wear loose fitting comfortable clothes that allow for easy movement. Students should bring a floor mat. Bring a friend, relative or church/club group to learn how to protect yourself. Discounts for two or more registrations and for groups of 10 or more.

Taking You to (Tennis) Court (Howard)

Learn the basics of tennis or come re-learn the game you once played. Basic skills, scoring and rules of the game are covered. Partners are not required. Wear comfortable clothing/tennis shoes. Tennis rackets/tennis balls available. Tuesdays/Thursdays, April 6/8 – April 27/29 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. [$80; any two registrations, $150]

Spring Fairways (Nixon)

Learn the fundamentals of the game of golf, from proper grip, stance and alignment to the rules and etiquette. A full-swing video analysis will also be done. The lessons will be taught at a local golf course. Wear comfortable clothing and tennis or golf shoes. Mondays, April 12 – May 10 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. [$80]

Dust Off Your Dancing Shoes (Holcomb)

Shag lessons for the beginner to intermediate dancer- a partner is not required. Come enjoy the fun while practicing and/or learning the basic steps to shag dance. Class sessions will refresh and continue to build on what was taught the week before. Shag dancing is a great form of exercise for all ages and is an enjoyable form of entertainment.

Mondays, April 12 – May 17 Thursdays, February 18 – March 25 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. [$55; two or more registrations, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. [$55; any two registrations, $100] $50 each; ten or more registrations, $45 each]

Zumba Gold (Holcomb)

This class is designed for the active older adult, the true beginner and/or people who do not exercise on a regular basis. Dance away to Latin songs, country, oldies and a variety of upbeat music. Steps include tango, meringue, salsa and cha-cha along with other dance steps. Zumba Gold turns exercise into a party and allows the beginner and others that find it difficult to keep up with regular Zumba to have fun. Mondays, April 12 – May 17 7:00 – 7:45 p.m. [$55; any two registrations, $100]

American Red Cross Life Guarding (West)

The American Red Cross Life Guarding course is a 30-hour course; all class sessions are mandatory. You’ll swim each training session. Must be 15 by the start of the course (4/12). You’ll receive your Life Guarding with First Aid and CPR with AED upon successful completion of a passing score on a written exam and a water rescue skills test. Certificates are good for a three-year period and qualify you for lifeguard positions. Pre-registration is required. Monday – Saturday, April 12 – 17 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Monday – Friday and 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Saturday [$250]

Course Instructors

Ginger K. Gallagher is an experienced business development, marketing, merchandising and sales professional. She is an active board member of the American Martial Artists Association and holds membership in the American Martial Arts Hall of Fame. She is a 7th degree Black Belt and master martial arts instructor/ trainer. She owns Karate International in Lewisville Mike Britt holds degrees in mathematics and counseland is a certified fitness, spinning and Pilates instrucing; is principal/executive director for the Children’s tor and personal trainer. Center for the Physically Disabled; and has been an Jane Goins holds a bachelor’s in Spanish and social instructor for Courses for Community since 1978. studies from Appalachian State University and is one Megan E. Bryant has written 160-plus children’s of the top instructors in contract and duplicate bridge books (including a New York Times bestseller) for in this area. She holds 18 regional titles in duplicate several major publishing houses including Penguin, bridge, with a total of 2750 master points. Simon and Schuster, Running Press, Scholastic, HarperCollins, Disney and Chronicle Books. She has Charles Hatch, Ph.D. is owner of CWH Consulting Company. He travels throughout the Southeast as an edited more than 325 children’s books, and is cureducational consultant conducting training courses rently the senior editor for Worthwhile Books. for educators and students. He focuses primarily on Margo Corbett author of The Savvy Patient’s Toolkit, prep courses for the the GRE and Praxis. June 2008 and founder of The Savvy Patient School. Stimp Hawkins holds degrees from the U. of Virginia The toolkit was written for people with chronic and Union Theological Seminary and is a trained conditions and for caregivers as a comprehensive guide to better healthcare. She holds a BS in medical clinical pastoral educator. He has been a minister with churches in Tennessee and North Carolina and a technology from the University of New Hampshire Hospice chaplain in Forsyth County, and is on the and a master’s in storytelling from East Tennessee staff at Salem College and Academy. State University. David Bare is the greenhouse manager at Reynolda Gardens of Wake Forest University where he maintains the tropical plant collection in the historic conservatory and propagates plants for sale and for the gardens. He authors a weekly garden column for the Winston-Salem Journal.

Teresa Dickerson’s multicultural interests include many forms of international dance. She is the owner of Three Graces Entertainment and received the Lewisville Arts Council Achievement in Dance award for 2006. Tony Econ has years of experience teaching ballroom dancing at both the Fred Astaire School of Ballroom Dance and the Arthur Murray School of Ballroom Dance. He has trained many amateur and professional dancers for social and competitive dancing. Lynn Ellis is a local educator who taught many years at Salem Academy. She is also a writer, writing coach and yoga and chocolate enthusiast. She is a connoisseur of chocolate and gains personal enjoyment in sharing her knowledge of this delectable treat. Sue Freitag received a BS in mathematics from Appalachian State University and continued her graduate studies at UNCG. She has taught mathematics in the Winston Salem/Forsyth County Schools for 20-plus years and has been a participant in the MELT (Math Education Leadership Training) summer program at Appalachian State University.

The Healing Force features Joseph and Gail Anderson, their daughter Sonji Gardner, and their son Karim Anderson; their motto is “Serving the Community through the Arts.” This family has offered their special brand of music and storytelling all over North Carolina and the country for the past 20 years. They enlighten through traditional African music, drumming, dancing and educational experiences. Deane Henson has degrees in Latin and English from Radford College and Spanish from Salem College with Latin AP certification from the University of Dallas. She has taught languages over the years in the local school system. Bruce Heye has extensively toured the major winegrowing regions of the world; judged various East Coast wine competitions; and is a frequent contributor of wine-related articles to local and regional publications. Brenda Holcomb is a local dance enthusiast. She has more than seven years of experience teaching shag lessons. She also enjoys teaching line dancing, clogging and Zumba Gold classes.

Lori Howard has been athletic director at Salem Academy since 1990. Her passion for tennis is based on the premise that it is a lifetime sport that anyone can learn to play.

Craig Moser, CRPC® has been a financial advisor for more than 20 years, joining Merrill Lynch in 2006. He is an alumnus of Wake Forest University and served in the United States Air Force.

Shelia Koone earned a B.S.N. from Western Carolina University, a M.S.N. from UNC-G and is a certified menopause practitioner. She is a community health educator for the Sara Lee Center for Women’s Health, Forsyth Medical Center. Shelia’s 25-year career has focused on women and children’s health.

Sarah Nelson holds an education degree from the University of Tennessee. She is the English academic team coach at West Forsyth High School and served on the committees to write the curriculum for the 9th grade practical English course, and the North Carolina End-of-Grade Test.

David B. Levy, Ph.D., holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester, Rochester, NY. He’s completed additional graduate study at Ludwig-Maximillians Universität, Munich and post-doctoral study at New York University. Currently he is a professor at Wake Forest University and serves on the board of directors of the Winston-Salem Symphony.

Steve Nixon has been a golf instructor with the Precision Golf School since 2004. A Class A, PGA professional with more than 21 years of teaching and playing experience, he has claimed several top 10 finishes and captured multiple Carolina PGA Option Pro-Am titles.

Ava Lewandowski of ReDesigns by Ava is a local redesign specialist, affiliated with the Interior Redesign Industry Specialist and the Society of Decorating Professionals. She is dedicated to helping people create a beautiful home – one room at a time. Meredith Lindel founded Clutter Solutions as a means of sharing her organizational skills. She teaches workshops and publishes articles on organizational techniques, and is a member of the national and North Carolina chapters of the National Association of Professional Organizers (NAPO). Jack P. LoCicero, Ph.D. is the director of counseling services for Salem College. Prior, he served as associate professor of hospice education at Madonna University in Michigan. He received his master’s degree in counselor education from Wake Forest University, and his Ph.D. from Mississippi State University. Parker Lovell is owner and instructor at Cash Lovell Stables & Riding Academy, one of the largest and most respected riding programs in the country. Parker serves on several national industry boards and travels extensively assisting other riding academies in their development, management and marketing. Aimee Mepham holds a B.A. in English from Albion College and an M.F.A. in creative writing from Washington University in St. Louis. She has been teaching writing for 10-plus years, and has also worked as a managing editor and proofreader for several publications.

Vickie Verano holds a B.A. from Marshall University and has been with the Salem CfC program as an art instructor since 1997. She initiated a children’s art program, an afterschool program and “Summer in Old Salem.” She teaches private art lessons to children and conducts adult tutorials. Judi Wallace, president of Wallace Consulting and Training, earned advanced degrees from the University of Kentucky and Wake Forest, and is certified in business French from the Chamber of Commerce French Institute in LaRochelle, France. Julie Weber is an educator, writer and translator with a doctorate in German. She is also the translator of the biography of Erdmuth Dorothea by Erika Geiger published in 2006. Heather West is swim coach for Salem Academy and the aquatic coordinator at the Gateway YWCA. She has taught swimming more than 36 years. She is certified to teach lifeguard training classes for the American Red Cross and is a certified water fitness instructor for the Arthritis Association. Kay Windsor is a local writer, writing coach and yoga enthusiast with a love of Moravian music. She was on the faculty at Salem Academy and taught English prior to her retirement. Susan Woodring is the author of The Traveling Disease and Springtime on Mars: Stories. Her short fiction can be found in Isotope, Passages North, The William & Mary Review and more. She received the 2006 Elizabeth Simpson Smith Short Fiction Award and the 2006 Isotope Editor’s Prize, among other awards.