Seniors can get an introduction to computers, learn how to e-mail the grandkids, or learn how to preserve their memories and stories. Other classes BHC offers include woodcarving, basket-making, home horticulture, yoga, cardio karate, quilting, sign language, several foreign languages and musical performance through the Black Hawk College Community Band. Possibly the best part about enrichment classes through Black Hawk College is the cost. Computer classes through Black Hawk College cover dozens of topics, from beginner-level usage to specialized technical training for those who work with computers in their jobs. Courses are taught in classrooms in Moline, Rock Island and many outlying communities.
Classes also are available online or can be customized and conducted at area businesses.
The popularity of continuing education and community services classes through Black Hawk College has increased dramatically in recent years. Enrollments in continuing education and community services classes have grown from 4,837 in 1997 to 7,465 in 2000. Copyright 2001, Moline Dispatch Publishing Co.