Workforce Development and Community Education: Spring 2022

Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 26 LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT NATURE & THE ENVIRONMENT GO NATIVE U SPRING 2022 CLASSES Classes and Certificate Program in Gardening with Native Plants Go Native U at Westchester Community College offered in collaboration with The Native Plant Center. DISCOVER HOW TO PLANT AND GROW A BEAUTIFUL AND BENEFICIAL LANDSCAPE USING PLANTS NATIVE TO THE NORTHEAST. Gardening enthusiasts, landscape architects, and designers will learn from experienced instructors about the importance of native plants, regional ecology, and the sustainable practices that can be used to enhance home and community environments. Students can enroll in single classes or pursue a certificate in Sustainable Gardening with Native Plants, which consists of 50 contact hours (18-hours/core courses, 17-hours/electives, and 15-hours/community service) plus a final exam. To register for these courses, please call 914-606-6830 and press 1 or register online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce Go Native U Core Courses REMOTE Introduction to Native Plant Communities Examine the groups of native plants that grow together in the wild, and the ecological reasons for gardening with this approach. Learn about common plant communities, why they are important, and how to emulate them in your landscape. CE-GRDN 2013, 1 Wed., Feb. 16, 10:00 am–12:00 noon, $57. K Eierman. #18826 IN-PERSON Native Perennials: Spring/Summer Learn about the many herbaceous native plants that will enhance your garden and also provide food and shelter for native bees, butterflies, birds, and other wildlife. CE-GRDN 2016, 1 Wed., Mar. 23, 10:00 am–12 noon, CLA-100, $57. J Lapsker. #18827 REMOTE Plant Identification in the Field Move outside the classroom to learn how to identify plants using a taxonomic key. Try your skills in the field by bringing flowering plant samples to the Zoom class. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide is required. CE-GRDN 2023, 1 Fri., April 29, 10:00 am–12:00 noon, $57. J Schuler. #18828 Go Native U Electives REMOTE Introduction to Landscape Design Learn the introductory steps to site analysis and approaches to landscape design. Use sketching to engage your imagination and to communicate design options. Evaluate the strengths of each design. Students are required to bring to the first session a project idea or an unfinished project. Design options, completed by students at home, will be reviewed in the second session. Contact Sandra@inklandscapearchitects.com for supply list. CE-GRDN 2124, 2 Fri., Jan. 21 & 28, 9:00 am–12:00 noon, $133. S Cioffi. #18829 IN-PERSON Native Ornamental Conifers Evergreen conifers (cone-bearing tree) provide focus in all seasons, most especially in winter, when they add color to the landscape and offer shelter for birds and other wildlife. Explore the diversity of native conifers, including the numerous cultivated forms and varieties, and their use in designed landscapes. CE-GRDN 2019, 1 Sat., Jan. 22, 1:00-3:00 pm, CLA-100, $57. C Summers. #18543  Arts & Crafts  Collegium  Culture & Society  Eras of History  Finances & Retirement Planning  Health & Wellness  Languages  Local Lore & History  Mainstream  Nature & the Environment  Performing Arts  Self-awareness  Special Interest  Sports & Fitness  Taste of Westchester  Visual Arts & Music Appreciation  Wine & Food Exploration  Writing Center LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Whether it is a new interest or something you have always wanted to explore, there is a class for everyone. Come join us and open up a world of discovery!