Classes for a Cause

WVU Potomac State College
Saturday, January 13, 2024

Hosted by: WVU Potomac State College
Proceeds go directly to our local United Way

Interesting classes to choose from! • Learn something new for the New Year! • Help those in need!

Critical Thinking Skills

Let’s think about thinking is a whimsical look at thinking, deciding, believing and doing; the essence of Psychology. Come learn the skills of critical thinking that provides a “coat of Armor” against poor study habits, the impact of disinformation, and the concept of “triggers.”

Professor: Bruce Liller

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 09:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 35

Safe Computing Practices

Learn to safeguard your digital world through topics like password security, internet safety, online privacy, secure shopping and banking, mobile device security, and data backup and recovery.

Professor: Chris Bilitsky

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 09:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 40

Nutrition for Nurses

Professor: Diana Niland

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 40

Online Marketing

Today’s marketing for small businesses/organizations including website, content, email, social, search and paid advertising.

Professor: JoAnn Burnett

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 40

Intro to Crochet

Beginners crochet class covering basic principles and stitches.

Bring a size H crochet hook and cotton yarn.

Professors: JoAnn Burnett & Jean Flanagan

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 12:00 PM – 01:15 PM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 10

Paranormal Investigation

Forty-one percent of Americans believe in ghosts.  Ever wonder if ghosts are real?  Is there any way to know the truth?  Learn more about the places and equipment used by Paranormal Investigators to seek answers.

Professor: Molly Alvaro

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 12:00 PM – 01:15 PM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 40

Vacation Planning 101

Learn Tips and Tricks to Save Money and Have Fun from a Professional Librarian and Authorized Vacation Planner

Professor: Emily Zumbrun

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 01:30 PM – 02:45 PM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 40

Essential Oils

Essential oil information.

Professor: Ganesh Ghimire

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 01:30 PM – 02:45 PM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 40

Sharks & Squids!? West Virginia’s Surprising Fossil Seas!

Get a first look at 305-million-year-old sharks from West Virginia! Learn about an active research project happening to understand the ancient oceans that once covered the Mountain State.

Exclusive opportunity to see real shark fossils and more! Recommended Ages 8 and Up.

Professor: Nick Gardner

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 03:00 PM – 04:15 PM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 15

Sewing on your Machine

Many people have sewing machines or have inherited one. “Bring your machine”, your questions and let me help you get started.

Fabric/thread will be provided.

Instructor: Terrie Rogers

Price: $25 – Additional Donations Welcome

Time: Sat, January 13, 2024 • 03:00 PM – 04:15 PM

Location: WVU Potomac State College Campus Library

101 Fort Avenue, Keyser, WV 26726.

You will be directed to your class room from there.

Limit: 10