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College offers Sunday 'hybrid' courses for busy adults

By Billie Owens

Press release:

Genesee Community College's Sunday courses, second session, start mid-March and are ideal for adults juggling work and family obligations. For some, Sunday is the only day of the week free of work schedules, family commitments and other activities -- allowing time to focus on college courses.

GCC continues its successful Sunday hybrid course schedule through the Spring 2012 semester with a second eight-week session starting March 19. There is still time to register.

Hybrid courses are taught partially online and partially in the classroom and include coursework in the arts and humanities, English, history, science, math and business. The hybrid courses meet regularly in a lab or classroom for instruction, assessments or laboratories, and students also work online each week.

There are three Sunday time slots (9 to 11:45 a.m., 12 to 2:45 p.m., and 3 to 5:45 p.m.) providing an opportunity to complete several courses per semester in the Sunday-hybrid format.

Sunday courses being offered at GCC/Batavia beginning on March 19 include:

•    BUS110: Personal Money Management

•    SPA101: Elementary Spanish 1

•    MAT102: Algebra 2

•    ART 103: Western Art History 1

•    ENG102: Composition in the Natural and Social Sciences

•    HIS102: World Civilizations 2

New students can apply for free online by going to: www.genesee.edu/admissions.

For a comprehensive listing of all GCC's class and scheduling options visit: www.genesee.edu/Options.

For further information about Sunday courses or online learning, please contact Judith Littlejohn at 343-0055, ext. 6158, or JMLittlejohn@genesee.edu.

College president says Cuomo's SUNY priorities are 'good news'

By Billie Owens

Press release:

Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo's priorities for the State University of New York are good news for SUNY's 64 campuses and for New York State taxpayers, Genesee Community College President James M. Sunser said today.

Gov. Cuomo, in his 2012 legislative address delivered yesterday at Daemen College in Amherst, called the state university system a "precious New York asset" and a "great equalizer for the middle class." The governor said that his new SUNY2020 plan will spur economic development and job creation. SUNY2020 will provide seed money for innovation and economic development initiatives.

President Sunser noted that the governor's plans will further support SUNY's role in spurring business and job growth across the state.

"Our state university system provides a net positive return to New York State residents," Sunser said. "SUNY graduates provide the backbone of many of our critical and emerging industries, and pay state and local taxes far in excess of the investment that taxpayers make in their education.

"Also, SUNY campuses across the state work directly with business organizations, bringing training and knowledge resources that help business leaders build productivity, profit and jobs."

Sunser noted that last year an independent research firm found that Genesee Community College alone has an economic impact of $126 million on the Genesee-Livingston-Orleans-Wyoming region.

Sunser said that last year, The BEST Center, Genesee's highly acclaimed business training division, helped more than 650 business organizations.

"We at Genesee Community College, and the other 63 SUNY campuses, are a driving force for economic stability and growth," he said. "Gov. Cuomo recognizes the critical role that SUNY plays in our statewide economy."

Free Local Artist Two Day Workshops at GCC Event

By Ann Winters

GCC Center for the Arts and the Fine Arts Committee join in the celebration of Art Awareness Month with a Two-Day Arts Workshop Festival
 

Free and open to the public in the Forum at Genesee Community College Batavia Campus

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Children's Theatre performance at GCC by the Forum Players - The Princess and the Goblin by Stuart Paterson

By Ann Winters

Genesee Community College;s Forum Players Children’s Theatre performance of The Princess and the Goblin by Stuart Paterson, open to the public on Friday, April 20 at 7:30pm (Daytime school performances April 18-20 for local schools by invitation only)

A magical tale of young Princess Irene finding the strength to take on the world; packed with fun and adventure! A rich and magical play for the entire family!

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Comedy Performance by the Forum Players - God's Favorite a Neil Simon Play

By Ann Winters

Genesee Community College's Forum Players present God’s Favorite a comedy play by Neil Simon, Thursday-Saturday March 29-31 at 7:30pm and a Sunday Matinee, April 1 at 2:00pm

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Concert at GCC: Ramblin' Lou's Family Band

By Ann Winters

Ramblin’ Lou’s Family Band at Genesee Community College Sunday, February 19 3:00pm

Hailed as “WNY’s Father of Country Music,” Ramblin’ Lou brings his family band to the Genesee Center for the Arts for an afternoon of classic country music.

Tickets: $10 adults, $8 seniors, $5 high students with valid ID and $2 discount for GCC Alumni with Alumni Card.

No children under the age of 5 permitted, please. Appropriate for 12+

Length: 1 hour

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The Aegis Project "Extremities" By Mastrosimone, performed by the Aegis Project of Buffalo NY

By Ann Winters

The Aegis Project  “Extremities”by William Mastrosimone, performed by the Aegis Project of Buffalo, NY Thursday, February 16 7:30pm

The Aegis Project is an initiative to raise rape awareness through theatrical productions on college campuses throughout the region.

Tickets: $3 all ages. Proceeds to go directly back to the Aegis Project for rape awareness projects.

Age appropriate for 16+

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Free Theatrical Workshop Viewpoints

By Ann Winters

Theatre Workshop: Viewpoints by Sara Vacin

Wednesday, Dec 07, 2011

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Stuart Steiner Theatre at Genesee Community College

Viewpoints “A New Acting Technique” By Sara Vacin December 7 at 1pm in the Stuart Steiner Theatre
 

“Improvisation-based technique that provides actors with a tool box and vocabulary for exploring a play through movement and gesture”
 

Free and Open to the Public!

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Theatre Association of New York Weekend Festival

By Ann Winters
Theatre Association of New York State - TANYS
Friday, Nov 18 - Sunday, Nov 20, 2011
Stuart Steiner Theatre
FESTIVAL THEME: MASQUERADE
The primary voice of community and educational theatre in the Empire State, TANYS returns to Genesee for their annual theatre festival of workshops, demonstrations and performances.

Forum Players Club members as well as Theatre and Technical Theater Majors participate in this yearly seminar! Great fun and experiences!!

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OPEN AUDITIONS: Come Try out for the Spring 2012 Theatre Performances at GCC

By Ann Winters
OPEN AUDITIONS: Come Try out for the Spring 2012 Theatre Performances: Stuart Steiner Theatre

HOLD THE DATE Dec 7th and Dec 8th 6pm

Auditions Scheduled Now for the Spring 2012 Performances

Auditions will consist of monologue reading!!  All are welcome! Open to the Public

Seeking actors portraying a wide variety of characters for the March 2012 "God's Favorite", a Neil Simon play and the April 2012 Children's Theatre:  "The Princess and the Goblin", by Stuart Patterson!

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FREE Theatrical Fencing Workshop #2 for GCC Students & Local Community Theatre Members

By Ann Winters

From En Garde to Encore: Theatrical Swordplay Workshop for GCC Students and Local Theatre Community Members

M,W,F October 24, 26 & 28 6pm-8pm E214 Studio & a final workshop production for both groups will take place on Friday, October 28th at 8pm, on stage at the Stuart Steiner Theatre

Fee Free BUT must register by October 17th – Space is Limited to 26 Students

Register at the Best Center by email: bestcenter@genesee.edu or phone 585-345-6868

Instructor Colin Dentino, Owner and Head-Coach of En Garde Batavia

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FREE Theatrical Fencing Workshop #2 for GCC Students & Local Community Theatre Members

By Ann Winters

From En Garde to Encore: Theatrical Swordplay Workshop for GCC Students and Local Theatre Community Members

M,W,F October 24, 26 & 28 6pm-8pm E214 Studio & a final workshop production for both groups will take place on Friday, October 28th at 8pm, on stage at the Stuart Steiner Theatre

Fee Free BUT must register by October 10th – Space is Limited to 26 Students

Register at the Best Center by email: bestcenter@genesee.edu or phone 585-345-6868

Instructor Colin Dentino, Owner and Head-Coach of En Garde Batavia

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FREE Theatrical Fencing Workshop #2 for GCC Students & Local Community Theatre Members

By Ann Winters

 

From En Garde to Encore: Theatrical Swordplay Workshop for GCC Students and Local Theatre Community Members

M,W,F October 24, 26 & 28 6pm-8pm E214 Studio & a final workshop production for both groups will take place on Friday, October 28th at 8pm, on stage at the Stuart Steiner Theatre

Fee Free BUT must register by October 17th – Space is Limited to 26 Students

Register at the Best Center by email: bestcenter@genesee.edu or phone 585-345-6868

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FREE Theatrical Fencing Workshop #1 for Students 12+ and Adults

By Ann Winters

From En Garde to Encore: Theatrical Swordplay Workshop for Students (12+) and Adults

M,W,F October 17, 19 & 21 6pm-8pm E214 Studio & a final workshop production for both groups will take place on Friday, October 28th at 8pm, on stage at the Stuart Steiner Theatre

Fee Free BUT must register by October 10th – Space is Limited to 26 Students

Register at the Best Center by email: bestcenter@genesee.edu or phone 585-345-6868

Instructor Colin Dentino, Owner and Head-Coach of En Garde Batavia

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FREE Theatrical fencing Workshop #1 Ages 12+ and Adults

By Ann Winters

From En Garde to Encore: Theatrical Swordplay Workshop for Students (12+) and Adults

M,W,F October 17, 19 & 21 6pm-8pm E214 Studio & a final workshop production for both groups will take place on Friday, October 28th at 8pm, on stage at the Stuart Steiner Theatre

Fee Free BUT must register by October 10th – Space is Limited to 26 Students

Register at the Best Center by email: bestcenter@genesee.edu or phone 585-345-6868

Instructor Colin Dentino, Owner and Head-Coach of En Garde Batavia

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FREE Theatrical Fencing Workshop #1 for Students 12+ and Adults

By Ann Winters

From En Garde to Encore: Theatrical Swordplay Workshop for Students (12+) and Adults

M,W,F October 17, 19 & 21 6pm-8pm E214 Studio & a final workshop production for both groups will take place on Friday, October 28th at 8pm, on stage at the Stuart Steiner Theatre

Fee Free BUT must register by October 10th – Space is Limited to 26 Students

Register at the Best Center by email: bestcenter@genesee.edu or phone 585-345-6868

Instructor Colin Dentino, Owner and Head-Coach of En Garde Batavia

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Halloween Puppet Show - Hobnobbin' Goblins Puppet Show

By Ann Winters

Hobnobbin’ Goblins Halloween Theme Puppet Show
by Robert Rogers Puppet Company
Saturday, October 29th at 11am
Tickets: $8/$5/$3
Special Buy One Get One Free – Buy one adult or senior ticket get a child ticket free!

A rousingly spooky (but not scary) Halloween celebration. It's the perfect occasion for elaborate marionettes (string puppets) expertly brought to life, to bring out the mischief and fun of this special holiday. Fun for all ages!

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One Women Show - Lilia!

By Ann Winters

One women show “Lilia”  presented by the Fine and Performing Arts committee, Friday, September 16, 2011 at 7:00PM

Lilia is about the extraordinary life of Oscar-nominated actress Lilia Skala, written and performed by her granddaughter Libby Skala.

This is a unique and often spellbinding production. Even if you have never heard of Lilia Skala, you will know her well at the end of this riveting play.

Tickets: $10 Adults, $8 Seniors (55+), $5 Students (18-), and GCC Faculty/Staff, $3 GCC students with valid ID.

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Forum Players - One Acts Performance Sunday Matinee

By Ann Winters

Forum Players performance of six “One Acts”, Fast, Funny and Fabulous!

Thursday – Saturday, October 13 – October 15 at 7:30pm
Sunday Matinee, October 16th at 2pm

Tickets: $8/$5/$3 - No Children under the age of 5!

Join the Forum Players for an evening of six one act plays! ‘The Philadelphia”, ‘The Second Beam” and “The Fifteen Minute Hamlet, directed by Norm Gayford. “Blind Date”, Naomi in the Living Room” and “Foreplay or the Art of the Fugue”, directed by Maryanne Arena.

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Forum Players - One Acts Performance

By Ann Winters

Forum Players performance of six “One Acts”, Fast, Funny and Fabulous!

Thursday – Saturday, October 13 – October 15 at 7:30pm
Sunday Matinee, October 16th at 2pm

Tickets: $8/$5/$3 - No Children under the age of 5!

Join the Forum Players for an evening of six one act plays! ‘The Philadelphia”, ‘The Second Beam” and “The Fifteen Minute Hamlet, directed by Norm Gayford. “Blind Date”, Naomi in the Living Room” and “Foreplay or the Art of the Fugue”, directed by Maryanne Arena.

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