JANUARY 2022

Lifelong Learning LAUREATE

NEWS FROM THE SADDLEBACK COLLEGE EMERITUS INSTITUTE

Academically Rigorous • Mentally Stimulating • Socially Engaging • Health Improving

Tuition-free Academic Courses for Older Adults

◄ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS ►

Status of Your Spring Emeritus Classes,

Safety Requirements, Dates and Deadlines

Please take note of recent changes to our schedule due to the high transmission of the Omicron and Delta variants of COVID in Orange County. Safety is our priority, and it is critical that we take measures to reduce the risk of exposure to our students, faculty, and staff.

While these changes are not what we were hoping for as we start the Spring 2022 Semester, we thank you for your continued understanding and cooperation in ensuring the health and safety of everyone at Saddleback College.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

ALL EMERITUS CLASSES BEGIN NEXT WEEK, STARTING ON TUESDAY, JANUARY 18.

ONLINE EMERITUS CLASSES

Classes will NOT be impacted in any way and will start online as scheduled.

IN-PERSON EMERITUS CLASSES

MOST in-person classes will be held ONLINE until FEBRUARY 7.
Some in-person classes will start in-person next week as originally planned
Check your CANVAS messages for class information from your instructor.
CLICK HERE FOR UPDATES ON CLASS START DATES

If you are unfamiliar with CANVAS or need a refresher,

CLICK HERE for the complete CANVAS GUIDE.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

VACCINES: Are required for students taking in-person classes. Please note the following important dates.

New Proof of Vaccination Extended Deadlines and Class Drop Dates:

For classes meeting in-person starting January 18, the deadline to submit Proof of Vaccination is JANUARY 14. If not received by that date, the student will be DROPPED from in-person class(es).

For classes meeting in-person starting February 7, the deadline to submit Proof of Vaccination is JANUARY 30. If not received by that date, the student will be DROPPED from in-person class(es).

MASKS: All Emeritus courses meeting indoors require students to WEAR A MASK. (Face shields do NOT meet this requirement.)

VACCINE VERIFICATION SUPPORT HUB

SELF-SERVICE SUBMITTAL

CLICK → Submit your vaccination verification online

IN-PERSON SUPPORT at Saddleback Campus Student Services Center, Room 139

CLICK HERE for Driving Directions to the College and Campus Map to the SSC Building

Tuesday, January 18: Thursday, January 20: 8 am - 8 pm
Friday, January 2: 8 am - 5 pm
Monday, January 24: 8 am - 8 pm

TELEPHONE SUPPORT

(949) 582-4835 - Emeritus Institute phone line for staff assistance
(949) 582-4575 - The message tells the caller to wait to be connected to a live person, and it works!
(949) 582- 4363 - Student Technical Support Line - Students leave a message and receive a call back.

ZOOM SUPPORT

Use the Vaccine Support Zoom link: https://saddleback-edu.zoom.us/j/97202487625

HAVE A SPECIFIC QUESTION? Send an email to:

Emeritus Institute @ scemeritus@saddleback.edu
Student Tech Support @ scstudenttechsupport@saddleback.edu

► ► ► CONFIRM YOUR VACCINATION SUBMITTAL IN MYSITE ◄ ◄ ◄

YES, you can confirm your vaccination proof submission was successful! CLICK HERE for the easy instructions.

Haven't Enrolled in Spring Classes Yet?

Start the 2-Step Process TODAY!

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It's Not Too Late to Register for Classes.

If you didn't take a class in 2021, submit your Student Application NOW,

wait for the acceptance email, then REGISTER online.

Keep scrolling down for classes still open, the Student Application,

the 12-Step Registration Instructions and much more.

Click on the Icon Below That Describes You and Get Started!

If you HAVE taken a class in the past...

but WEREN'T enrolled

in a class in 2021...

you're a

RETURNING STUDENT

If you are now in

a class or were in a class in Spring or Summer 2021...

you're a

CURRENT STUDENT

Spring 2022 Online Registration Continues

View Classes 3 Different Ways...

CLICK HERE for a list of classes still open.

CLICK HERE for the up-to-minute categorical Class Schedule that includes current seat availability and class info.

CLICK HERE to view the PDF Class Schedule* that includes the 12-Step Registration Instructions and more.

*Some class changes have occurred since this version.

Spring 2022 Parking Info for

Laguna Woods Village & Saddleback Campus

CLICK HERE for directions to the Laguna Woods Village Community Center located at 24351 El Toro Road

Laguna Woods, CA 92637

LAGUNA WOODS VILLAGE PARKING:

WHAT: Parking Passes for non-resident students

COST: $40 payable by cash or checks made payable to "GRF - Golden Rain Foundation." (NO credit cards)

BRING: A photo ID

WHERE: Laguna Woods Village Community Center

WHEN: NOW

DAYS/HOURS: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

LOCATION INSIDE: After entering the building, the room is on the left, but check in at the computer kiosk first and select the "Saddleback Pass" option.

REFUNDS: There are NO refunds for parking passes.

CARPOOL: Only one parking pass per vehicle required.

IMPORTANT: BE SURE TO PLAN AHEAD!

Enrolled students MUST purchase their LWV Parking Pass PRIOR to the start of their first class when it meets in-person.

Gate clearances will NOT be provided.

Students who enroll in a LWV class January 5 or later MUST contact the Emeritus Institute Office for parking pass assistance at scemeritus@saddleback.edu or 1-949-582-4835.

SADDLEBACK COLLEGE CAMPUS PARKING:

College campus parking is FREE in student spaces for the Spring 2022 Semester.

Professor Pamme Turner to Teach in

Picturesque Italy in Summer 2022

Pamme Turner exploring, painting and thoroughly enjoying Italy.

Email Pamme via

her website

Travelingartist.blog

Experience Pamme's

other website,

pammeturner.com

Exciting News from the

Emeritus Institute Art World!

When you think of Italy, chances are you think of great art and beautiful scenery, among many other things. Now our full-time professor, Pamme Turner, will become part of the international art scene in this historic country. Prof. Turner has been honored with an invitation to teach painting -- specifically watercolor and gouache* -- in Tuscany, July 9 - 16, 2022, in connection with The Watermill at Posara.

The Watermill is situated in Tuscany in the small village of Posara beside the River Rosaro. It attracts creative students with its complex of restored historic buildings, courtyard, verandah, rose pergola and sun-filled walled garden that beautifully complements the courses offered there. Read more about the Watermill at Posara HERE.

Together, Pamme, student artists and the Watermill at Posara have a great summer to look forward to. The Emeritus Institute is proud and pleased to have such an accomplished artist/instructor as one of our own. Brava e complimenti, Professoressa Turner!

Read more about Pamme's summer course at the Watermill HERE.

* What is "gouache"? LEARN HERE

Your Class Attendance Matters!

Did you know that both in-person and online weekly attendance benefits the Emeritus Institute? IT DOES! And here's how....

When you attend class regularly, not only do you receive top-quality, academic instruction that's tuition-free, you help the Emeritus Institute program

G-R-O-W. We are funded according to student attendance at every class meeting. The greater our attendance numbers, the more courses we can offer to our students. It's is a WIN-WIN for all of us!

Yes, YOU can make a big difference to the

Emeritus Institute

just by attending class!

You Have Questions -- We Have Answers!

FAQs, Student Guides, Instructions & Calendars

↓ are AT THE BOTTOM of EVERY eNEWSLETTER. ↓

Scroll down to see them... and don't forget they're available to you at any time to answer your questions and assist with whatever you need!

Students... Here's Your

COMPLETE CANVAS GUIDE

Whether you're new to CANVAS or just need a refresher, this step-by-step guide is for YOU!

CLICK HERE or the icon to the left to get started.

Loaner Chromebooks Available

Students enrolled in a Spring Semester online class can check out a loaner Chromebook so they can fully enjoy their courses via Canvas if they don't have their own device.

CLICK HERE to learn more about this program.

January / February

Important Dates At-A-Glance

Spring Registration............................ Ongoing

Spring Semester Starts...........(Tuesday) JAN 18

All In-person Classes Meet in-Person*... FEB 7

Presidents Holidays (no class)......... FEB 18 - 21

Faculty Contractual Day (no class)....... FEB 22

* Subject to change per COVID conditions

Spring Brings The Best of Both Worlds!

Online Classes

↑ Click Above ↑

for Spring Classes Still Open

In-Person Classes

Class Material Fee Update

1) Students will need to click on "Details" in the online class description to check if there's a material fee for the class. Material fees will no longer appear in the class description.

CLICK HERE for help finding "Details."

2) Material Fees ONLY apply to in-person classes. (Online classes DON'T have a material fee.)

How to Add a Class AFTER the Semester Starts

IN-PERSON CLASSES

NOTE: Students CANNOT go to an

in-person class to ask if they can be added. This is NOT allowed due to COVID protocols. The only way to add an in-person class that's full is via the online WAITLIST and then enrolling when notified of an opening.

ONLINE CLASSES

If the online class schedule shows that the class is OPEN, students can enroll via MySite after the semester begins. If the class shows as FULL, students need to add themselves to the online WAITLIST and wait to be notified if an open seat becomes available.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT WAITLISTS .

Spring Semester 2022 Fast Facts

SPRING REGISTRATION

Emeritus Registration: Ongoing
Pre-registration Ends January 17 at 11:00 pm
After the semester begins, students may still register for OPEN online and in-person classes. If a class is FULL, the only way to add is via the online Waitlist. (Students CANNOT go to class to petition.)
CLICK HERE for easy 12-Step Registration Instructions!
CLICK HERE for how to confirm your enrollments after registering!

ABOUT WAITLISTS

CLICK HERE to learn about class waitlists.

IN-PERSON COURSES

Scroll down for list of in-person teaching sites and addresses, as well as clickable maps and directions.

ONLINE COURSES VIA CANVAS

CLICK HERE to learn or review the CANVAS Learning System.

ONLINE SYNCHRONOUS CLASSES NOT RECORDED

Please note that due to State of California revisions to course reimbursement, NO Spring online synchronous classes can be recorded. Thus, be sure to plan your schedule so you can attend your courses in real time.

TWO CLASS FORMATS

IN-PERSON COURSES

UPDATE: Will meet ONLINE via CANVAS until FEBRUARY 7*, then will meet in-person on the days/times/location in the Class Schedule. (Watch your college email for "meet in-person" updates.)
Time conflicts apply.
Vaccine and mask mandates apply. (see below)

ONLINE SYNCHRONOUS COURSES

Meet online via livestream on the days/times in the Class Schedule.
Classes are NOT recorded.
Optional classwork may be offered in the Canvas course module.
Time conflicts apply since these are livestream class meetings.
Vaccine and mask mandate don't apply.

SPRING HEALTH/FITNESS CLASSES ONLINE

To keep in line with continuing pandemic health concerns, ALL SPRING 2022 HEALTH/FITNESS CLASSES Classes will remain online due to mask requirements, with the exception of Aqua-Cardio/Aquatics Classes.

IN-PERSON TEACHING SITES (click address for map and directions)

• LAGUNA HILLS

– Florence Sylvester Memorial Senior Center, 23721 Moulton Parkway

– Laguna Hills Community Center & Sports Complex, 25555 Alicia Parkway

• LAGUNA NIGUEL

– Sea Country Community & Senior Center, 24602 Aliso Creek Road

• LAGUNA WOODS

– Laguna Woods Village Clubhouse 1, 24232 Calle Aragon

– Laguna Woods Village Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa West

– Laguna Woods Village Clubhouse 5, 24262 Punta Alta

• LAKE FOREST

– Lake Forest Community Center, 100 Civic Center Drive

• MISSION VIEJO

– Norman P. Murray Community & Senior Center, 24932 Veterans Way

– Palmia (55+ Community), 21455 Monterey

– Saddleback College Campus, 29000 Marguerite Parkway (CAMPUS MAP HERE)

• SAN CLEMENTE

– San Clemente Senior Center / Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria

The 2021 Dorothy Marie Lowry

Distinguished Guest Lecture Series

A Semester-long Series of Webinars for Emeritus Students

Don't Miss Out...

Enroll in the

Guest Lecture Series TODAY!

• 15 Distinguished Speakers

• 15 Great Weeks

• 15 Interesting Topics

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Reasons to Join Us...

Stimulate Your Gray Matter • Learn Something New • Feel Connected

Broaden Your Horizons • Have Something Timely to Talk About

Interact with Fellow Students • Enjoy From Home • Enjoy Wherever You Are

Have a Great Reason to Say "T.G.I.F." • TUITION-FREE!

CLICK FOR THE UPDATED SPRING LECTURE LINE-UP

Every week an esteemed guest lecturer will speak on a topic of interest. Enjoy new information and a fresh perspective from the comfort of your home. THAT'S the Dorothy Marie Lowry Guest Lecture Series!

Be a part of it all online every Friday morning, 10-11:50 am.

ENROLL IN TICKET #: 20820

FACULTY MODERATOR: Ms. Laura Hoffman

COURSE CATEGORY: Emeritus Humanities

COURSE NAME: EHUM 500 - Modern World Culture: 1700 - Present

CLICK HERE FOR THE COMPLETE CANVAS LEARNING GUIDE

Learn More About the Guest Lecture Series Benefactor, Dorothy Marie Lowry

Dorothy Marie Lowry was a lifelong learning student just like you. An educator herself, she so loved the Emeritus Institute, she became the benefactor to the largest donation ever made to Saddleback College - $2.2 million dollars. This generous lady left a legacy of education and enjoyment for all. Read her story and discover how she is still remembered today through the Distinguished Guest Lecture Series.

CLICK for more.