Workforce Development & Community Education

36 | Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce Textbook Required ERAS OF HISTORY AMERICAN HISTORY NEW! Discover the U.S. Constitution Our Constitution is a remarkable document. It is short, it is only a few paragraphs long and it has withstood the test of time. However, the government of, by, and for the people only works when people understand how it works. Knowing what is in the Constitution and why it is relevant to us today is fundamental to our being able to defend it. This class offers a short and easy guide to understanding the Constitution. CE-HIST 2122, 3 Tues., Sept. 17-Oct. 1, 6:00- 8:00 pm, AAB-310, $75. E Castillo, Jr. #87844 Orphan Train to Destiny Discover the history of the Orphan Train Era (1853-1929), which saw the largest migration of children in American history. So many orphans were sent to Iowa that it is estimated that one in four Iowans are descendants of orphan train riders. Come unravel the mystery and the truth behind the Orphan Trains! Contact instructor at totrwriter@aol.com for list of optional books. CE-HIST 2052, 3 Mon., Nov. 4-18 , 6:30-8:30 pm, KNC-2, $75. T Riley. #87347 NEW! The History of the Postal Service Learn how the postal service made use of the various modes of communication and how they are still adapting. Learn about Rowland Hill’s invention of the adhesive postage stamp and how it changed the world. As a bonus, discuss rare stamps and their valuation. Each student will get an album and hundreds of stamps. CE-HIST 2050, 3 Wed., Oct. 9-23, 6:30-8:30 pm, AAB-305, $75 (+ $5 materials fee, payable to instructor). T Riley. #87346 Haunted Legends & Folktales of the Hudson River Valley Learn the story of some of our most famous haunted legends & folktales of the Hudson Valley. A color(ful) introduction of stories and legends that will thrill and keep one’s interest in why the Hudson Valley is considered one of the most haunted regions of the United States. CE-LIT 2002, 1 Sat., Oct. 12, 12:30-2:30 pm, AAB-305, $25. L DiMartino. #87521 THE BATTLES OF THE CIVIL WAR Join us for a series of discussions about the Civil War; each seminar will focus on a specific battle. Each class meets for 1 Thurs., 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $30 per class. D Fruci. Civil War Battles: Antietam The bloodiest day of warfare in American military history! As the Southern forces made their first major offensive into the North, both armies collided in the Maryland countryside. Strategies, personalities, and results will be explored. CE-HIST 2056VA, Oct. 3. KNC-2, #87579 Civil War Battles: Fredericksburg Take an in-depth look at the December 1862 battle at Fredericksburg, Virginia. Examine battle strategies, personalities of the army’s generals, and the results and impact of this major Confederate victory. CE-HIST 2069VA, Oct. 10, KNC-2. #87580 Civil War Battles: Chancellorsville We’ll cover the Confederate victory at the battle of Chancellorsville. The army’s strategies, the personalities of their leaders, and the important effects of the battle’s outcome will be discussed. Finally, the importance of Stonewall Jackson’s loss will be studied. CE-HIST 2070VA, Oct. 17, KNC-3. #87581 Civil War Battles: Gettysburg This seminar will cover the South’s second major invasion into the North. This three-day battle is considered by many to be the turning point in the war. We will discuss strategies, personalities, and results of this legendary battle in the Pennsylvania countryside. CE-HIST 2055VA, Oct. 24, KNC-3. #87582 AMERICAN ICON SERIES Join us for a series of discussions about American Icons. Each class meets for 1 Thurs., 6:00-9:00 pm, GTW-219. $40 per class. D Fruci. NEW! American Icon: The Rise and Fall of George Armstrong Custer Follow the life of George Armstrong Custer starting with his youth, to his earning a teaching certificate and his acceptance to West Point. Follow his army career through his rise in rank during the Civil War and ending with his demise during the Indian Wars at Little Big Horn. CE-HIST 2126, Oct. 3, $40. #87857 NEW! American Icons: Sitting Bull & Crazy Horse Discover the life and death of two iconic Native American leaders. Follow their lives as they lead their people in an attempt to keep their lands and culture alive. Learn about their highs and lows in dealing with the Indian Wars as the U.S. forced the Native American culture toward life on the reservation CE-HIST 2124, Oct. 10, $40. #87855