CCECS offering health, wellness classes

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The College of Continuing Education and Community Service at the University of Hawaii at Hilo is offering a series of informative and practical classes on improving health and wellness, and a basic computer skills workshop for Windows applications.

The College of Continuing Education and Community Service at the University of Hawaii at Hilo is offering a series of informative and practical classes on improving health and wellness, and a basic computer skills workshop for Windows applications.

All three health and wellness classes will take place in UH-Hilo’s Kanaka‘ole Hall, Room 112.

• The Science of Aging with geneticist Olga Sideleva explores the biology behind the aging process. Topics include how the body’s systems change with age, worldwide life expectancies, complications due to disease and progress in age research. Various “anti-aging” strategies, including supplements and exercise, also will be discussed.

Classes will be from 5-6:30 p.m. Fridays, July 7-28. Tuition is $45.

• Understanding Obesity, also with Sideleva, breaks down the complex science behind obesity, including its physiology, causes, consequences and available treatments. Students will gain a better understanding of obesity and the related factors, including hormones, body types, diabetes and genetics.

Classes will be from 5-6:30 p.m. Mondays, July 10-31. Tuition is $45.

• Practical Steps to a Better Life with psychologist Hugh Montgomery shows participants how to improve their health and well-being by implementing lifestyle changes. Participants will examine current life practices, work to achieve physical, mental, emotional and spiritual balance and social well-being, and set personal goals.

Classes will be from 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays, July 11 through Aug. 1. Tuition is $65.

• Basic Computer Skills Training for the PC, Part 2 is designed for individuals with an understanding of basic computer operations and focuses on Windows core functions.

Evan Clark, who has taught technology classes to adults for more than 10 years, will show participants how to effectively manage their computer by using the basic Windows applications, including WordPad, NotePad, Task Manager, Calculator, Paint and Internet Explorer. Students will also learn how to protect their data, understand malware, and customize their computer.

Classes will be from 4:30-6:30 p.m. July 19, 21, 24 and 26 in UH-Hilo’s PB-7 (Computer Lab). The cost is $75.

For more information and to register, contact CCECS at 932-7830 or visit http://hilo.hawaii.edu/ccecs.