Worforce Development & Community Education - Spring 2020

Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 29 LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT NATURE & THE ENVIRONMENT GO NATIVE U SPRING 2020 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. Most classes offer LA-CES approved credit hours; some offer ISA-approved credit. To register for these courses, please call 914-606-6830 and press 1 or register online at www.sunywcc.edu/ce All classes are held in the Knollwood Center (KNC) or Classroom Building Room 100 (CLA-100). Go Native U Core Courses 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 Sat., Feb. 8, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-2, $55. B Fischer. #15252 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. 19, 10:00 am- 12:00 noon, KNC-3, $55. K Eierman. #15253 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 exploring the demonstration gardens of The Native Plant Center and the grounds of the college campus. Newcomb’s Wildflower Guide is required. CE-GRDN 2023, 1 Fri., May 8, 10:00 am-12:00 noon, CLA-100, $55. J Schuler. #15258  Arts & Crafts  Collegium  Culture & Society   Film   Finances & Retirement Planning  Health & Wellness  History   Languages   Local Lore & Regional History  Mainstream  Nature & the Environment  Performing Arts  Self-awareness  Special Interest  Sports & Fitness   Taste of Westchester  Visual Arts & Music Appreciation  Wine Exploration  Writing 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!