WE-123C Introduction to Meditation (1 credit)
Meditation is practiced around the world, by people of diverse nationalities, faiths and cultures. Many who do not claim any particular religious tradition still practice the discipline of meditation. Various forms and techniques of meditation will be presented and practiced.
WE-126 Personal Budgeting (1 credit)
Learn how to better manage your income and expenses by developing and using a personal budget. Topics include ideas for increasing your income, reducing and controlling your expenses, decreasing stress in managing money, and setting financial goals. We will also discuss making good decisions on credit cards, insurance, auto expenses, health care, and saving.
WE-134 Discover Your Strengths (1 credit)
Using the Strengthsfinder instrument, discover your top five strengths and learn how working with your strengths in college will help you to navigate your educational experience, recognize the strengths of others, handle challenges and select your career path. Understanding and utilizing your strengths leads to an improved sense of confidence as well as career and life satisfaction.
WE-137 Test-Taking Strategies/Nursing Student (1 credit)
Do you have a process for answering questions on your nursing assessments, or do you just quickly read the question and scan the answers for what seems to be the best fit? Do you undestand course content and still struggle on assessments? This course will give you an opportunity to learn and practice test taking strategies, including analyzing test questions and responses, identifying key words, and reducing anxiety.
WE-143 Medication Dosing: Must Know Math/Nurses (1 credit)
In this course, students will learn the mathematics required to accurately dispense medications. This will include exposures to physical representations of various measurement units that nurses commonly encounter in their practice. While students learn the frequently used abbreviations, conversions, approximations, calculations and rounding in dosing, strategies for maintaining accuracy and attention to detail will be emphasized. Genres of calculations will include weight based, flow rate and injection computations.
WE-156 Intro to Reiki (1 credit)
This course introduces students to the practice of Reiki. Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. It is administered by "laying on hands" and is based on the idea that an unseen "life force energy" flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. If one's "life force energy" is low, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy. At this introductory level students will learn about the history of Reiki, meditation practices, and how energy centers (called chakras) work in our bodies.
WE-160 Cardio Pulmanary Resuscitation for Helath Care-American Heart Assn Basic Life Support (0 credits)
This class is taught by certified American Heart Association (AHA) trainers and utilizes the AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare program. The course teaches students the 7 steps to effective high-quality Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), How to use an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) with CPR, Hands-on chest compressions, and Rescue breathing for Adults, Children, and Infants. ?Upon successful completion of the full training course, learners receive a 2-year BLS certificate with anytime, anywhere digital access to the certificate and training history through the AHA. This class is for first-time certification and renewal of certification in compliance with AHA standards. The course fee covers all associated costs, including the AHA Student Workbook, the registration and course processing, the certification completion card (if successful), and the online course fee for the hybrid option.
WE-162 Crunch Time Fitness (1 credit)
Throughout the class students will participate in workouts that require no equipment and very little time. Workouts will change every class to keep things fresh. By the end of the course students will be able to design their own at home workout to stay in shape when they just don't have time to get to the gym!
WE-164 Yoga Flow (1 credit)
A vinyasa (meaning "to place in a special and progressive way") style class, where sequences exemplify a movement with breath connection. Students will also learn more about yoga's subtle energies to further unite body, mind and heart, enabling deeper self-discovery and a more present, joyful and healthy life.
WE-166 Alverno College Choir (1 credit)
Some choir and music reading background is helpful, but not required. The Women's Choir offers students from all areas of study an opportunity to learn and perform choral music for women's voices. The chorus performs one concert each semester as well as performing at various local and college functions. (Non-music majors welcome)
WE-171 Self Defense for Women (1 credit)
Empower yourself by raising your safety awareness and learning self-defense techniques. This class will use hands on instruction. Some physical activity is required.
WE-172 Career Exploration in Science: Math (1 credit)
In this course students will engage and network with guest speakers (mostly women and Alverno alums) from various STEM professions in the exploration of STEM career paths. Students will research different STEM careers and use self-assessment to identify strengths and interests. Information from guest speakers will be used to identify appropriate professional experiences (internships, summer research, graduate school) to enhance career preparation.
WE-173 Major Decisions (1 credit)
In this course, students who are undecided or open to exploring major options will be guided through activities that will explicitly examine interests, values, strengths, and how those are all connected potentially to the world of work. Activities will include value, interest and strengths assessments, exploration of various College majors/minors, and occupational research with an emphasis on how to make well-informed "major" decisions which lead to career and life satisfaction.
WE-174 Mindful Movement (1 credit)
Students will explore a variety of gentle, mindful movement techniques which promote relaxation, mindful awareness and creative expression. Included will be practice in the Chinese art of qigong which improves balance, concentration and overall well-being. We will also explore music with free-form movement as a tool for developing peaceful and creative strategies for self-care.
WE-175A Mental Health Aid (1 credit)
This course allows students to explore in depth a topic featured in professional research and training in the field of social work and social services, such as those emphasized in the surrounding area of Milwaukee and the state of Wisconsin. Topics for the course will rotate according to assessments of need and based on feedback from the community, including the Social Work Advisory Council. Sample topics may include Trauma Informed Care, Child and Family Welfare, Violence against Women, Racial Social Justice, Death and Dying, and Health Care Services Access.
WE-175B Topics Course (1 credit)
This course allows students to explore the topic of mental health. This one credit course teaches students a beginning understanding of how to identify, understand, and respond regarding mental health issues. This course also allows students to attend the Mental Health Summit at Alverno College. Students will experience various learning styles: PowerPoints, Videos, Class Discussion, Role Plays, Readings, Small Group Discussion, and Self-Reflections. Assignments: A review of a website prior to the first class, attendance at both in person classes, and active participation. Class sessions will have a professional workshop/conference feel. Two dates of the class: 2/17/24 and 2/24/24. All majors are welcome.
WE-176 Alverno Success: Leveraging Your Strengt (1 credit)
Adjusting to and succeeding in college encompasses personal, academic, and financial elements. Learning how to meet college expectations includes learning how to: 1) participate in academic courses and approach academic assignments; 2) develop a budget to meet financial obligations; and 3) develop a time management plan that makes all these college requirements achievable - and even enjoyable. This course is thus designed to give students opportunities to share questions and develop understanding about their purpose, goals, and direction as a new college student. It will also provide them with an introduction to some key skills that will help them navigate and manage their college academics and finances.
WE-197 Independent Study (1 credit)
Wellness Independent Study course
WE-660 Cardio Pulmanary Resuscitation for Health Care-American Heart Assn Basic Life Support (0 credits)
This class is taught by certified American Heart Association (AHA) trainers and utilizes the AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare program. The course teaches students the 7 steps to effective high-quality Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), How to use an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) with CPR, Hands-on chest compressions, and Rescue breathing for Adults, Children, and Infants.Upon successful completion of the full training course, learners receive a 2-year BLS certificate with anytime, anywhere digital access to the certificate and training history through the AHA. This class is for first-time certification and renewal of certification in compliance with AHA standards. Students demonstrate through self assessment the connection between the course content and the outcomes of their graduate program. The course fee covers all associated costs, including the AHA Student Workbook, the registration and course processing, the certification completion card (if successful), and the online course fee for the hybrid option.