Sunday Funday
Join us at SUNY Westchester Community College virtually or in-person for some digital fun, including our Life Essentials Series taught by Professor Garrett McAlister! Learn something new and get your questions answered in these workshops. Call 914-606-6830 and press 1 to register.
Fall 2024
REMOTE Life Essentials Series: AI for Everyone— Demystifying Artificial Intelligence Facts for Everyday People
This course offers a non-techie introduction to the world of AI, breaking down complex concepts and applications into easy-to-understand language for anyone curious about the technology shaping our world today, including discussion and hands-on usage of ChatGPT, Google Bard, MS Co-Pilot, and more. CE-COMP 2265, 1 Sun., Sept. 29, 1:00-4:00 pm, $80. G McAlister. #98103
REMOTE Life Essentials Series: Internet Safety Simplified
Learn how to safely engage with the internet, deal with phishing emails, and properly securing your desktop/laptop and mobile devices with various tools and industry best practices. CE-COMP 2257 1 Sun., Oct. 6, 1:00-4:00 pm, $80. G McAlister. #98104
REMOTE Cut the Cord: Online TV Streaming Solutions
The non-techie’s guide to living without cable. Learn about TV streaming solutions that will save you money. Highlights devices such as Roku, Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Chromecast and how to use your laptop, tablet, or smartphone to consume streaming media on the go. Learn about Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu, Disney+ and Apple TV+ and free streaming services like Crackle, Pluto TV, and Peacock. Discussion on internet requirements and how to determine which devices and services may work best for you including the revival of the TV antenna. CE-COMP 21481 Sun., Oct. 20, 1:00-4:00 pm, $82. G McAlister. #98105
REMOTE Life Essentials Series:
Drones for the Hobbyist or Entrepreneur. Learn about the possible personal and business applications related to various drone technologies and the regulations and laws that must be followed when using them CE-HOBBY 20161 Sun., Oct. 27, 1:00-4:00 pm, $80. G McAlister. #98106
IN-PERSON Get Organized: Manage Your Computer Files
Organizing and managing your files is essential for the workplace and for the home. Learn best practices to organize your files; create and organize folders; search for files; work with shortcuts. This is a must-have skill! This course is best suited for Windows, not Mac. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-COMP 2002, 2 Sun., Nov. 3 & 10, 1:00-4:00 pm, GTW-215, $153. #98107
IN-PERSON Declutter Your Digital Life
Learn how to transfer your photos, videos and music files from your mobile devices and digital camera to your computer, as well as how to scan your documents and pictures to your computer. You will learn how to organize and backup these files using different storage media devices. This course will also demonstrate how to secure your numerous Internet accounts and passwords, manage your overflowing email, and encrypt your important files. Please bring a USB flash drive to class. This course is best suited for Windows, not Mac. At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: CE-COMP 2210, 1 Sun., Nov. 17, 10:00 am-4:30 pm (30-minute lunch break), GTW-215, $133. #98108
LinkedIn Individual Session
LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional networking site, is a valuable tool for creating and maintaining a list of professional contacts. Job seekers, employers, and those looking for business opportunities all benefit from the power of LinkedIn. Work on your profile with our expert consultant. Email stephanie.roth@sunywcc.edu to schedule your individual 2-hour session for $195 or 3-hours for $295.
One-on-One Computer Training
Meet with our expert training facilitators in a one-on-one, private session! For targeted, specific assistance with any software application, our One-on-One Training can help. Email stephanie.roth@sunywcc.edu to match you with one of our training professionals and to set up an appointment. A 2-hour session is $240; a 3-hour session is $360.
Spring 2025
Cut the Cord: Online TV Streaming Solutions CE-COMP 2148,
1 Sun., Mar. 23, 1:00-4:00 pm, $82. G McAlister. #47213 REMOTE
Declutter Your Digital Life CE-COMP 2210 ,
1 Sun., Apr. 6, 10:00 am-4:30 pm (30-minute lunch break), GTW-215, $133. #47214 IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Valhalla:
LinkedIn Individual Session
Email stephanie.roth@sunywcc.edu to schedule your individual 2-hour session for $195 or 3-hours for $295.
One-on-One Computer Training
Email stephanie.roth@sunywcc.edu to match you with one of our training professionals and to set up an appointment. A 2-hour session is $240; a 3-hour session is $360.