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Testimonials from Former Participants

Personal Fitness Trainer Certification Exam Prep
Instructor: Russ Armistead

"The best part of this course was the practical lab. Hands-on learning is a huge PLUS! I felt this program was better than others because of the approach to teaching the materials."
— Malachi Dodge, student, Spring 2008

"The best part of the course was the hands-on applications and the attentive, knowledgeable instructor who gave positive corrective feedback."
— Forrest Moon, student, Spring 2008


"The best part of the course was the instructor, Russ Armistead. He was very helpful and patient in making sure we all understood the material."
— Lisa Cyrier, student, Spring 2008



SAT Test Prep
Instructor: Patrick Klem

"The test prep class helped me to gain more confidence in doing well on the SAT ... when I got correct answers for hard questions I knew I had learned something."

"The best part of the course was learning techniques on how to solve problems and answer questions more efficiently — it really helped."

"The small class helped a lot; I felt like I was getting a more personalized lesson that therefore better targeted my personal test-taking weaknesses."



GRE Test Prep
Instructors: Duncan Elkins, Patrick Klem

"The hours of this class were very convenient. The learning environment was good."

"The best part of this course was the Mr. Klem's enthusiasm and his knowledge of the subject matter."

"The instructor made the class fun! Who knew I would enjoy geometry? I also appreciated the individual attention and the instructor's availability. It's refreshing to learn from someone who actually enjoyed teaching."

"I learned a lot about the math."

"Mr. Elkins was extremely friendly and helpful to all students. He knew how to teach us at our level and did an excellent job."



GMAT Test Prep
Instructor: Patrick Klem

"The material was challenging but Patrick was always very encouraging. He was patient and very knowledgeable which helped me to be successful in this class."
— Student, spring 2008


LSAT Test Prep
Instructors: Duncan Elkins, Stephen Harris

"The best part of this course is that there was lots of practice with LSAT questions and the instructor always provided feedback when I emailed him questions."
— Student, spring 2008

"The teacher's demeanor and style of teaching was very engaging."
— Student, spring 2008

"My questions were always answered and answers clarified when needed."
— Student, spring 2008

"Great class! Thanks. Mr. Elkins was excellent!"
— Student, spring 2008


Feng Shui for the Home
Instructor: Rochel Haigh Blehr (Parker)

"The best part of the course was the knowledge and enthusiasm of the instructor."

"I enjoyed learning new information and new things to think about."

"Delightful instructor."


Creative Writing
Instructor: Harriette Austin

"This is a wonderful course."

"I enjoyed the atmosphere of the course. I felt comfortable reading my work in front of the other students. The instructor provided constructive criticism. This course felt more like a writing workshop than a course."

"I liked getting feedback on our writings."

"There was an open floor for critiques and discussion."


Italian Language and Culture, Level 1
Instructor: Suzanne Lindenau

"The enthusiasm of the professor was contagious."

"Suzanne has been exceptional. Very witty! Lots of fun!"

"I loved the energy of Professor Lindenau. She is an excellent professor and keeps our interest in the subject."

"I enjoyed the course. For someone who has been out of the classroom for a long time, Professor Lindenau made it easy and comfortable."

"I thoroughly enjoyed the course and look forward to part 2."


Italian Language and Culture, Level 2
Instructor: Suzanne Lindenau

"This course is taught to accommodate all learners. At the same time we learn from each other and there is a great sense of the group."

"I liked the full-immersion, multifaceted nature of the course."

"I enjoyed the dialogue between our instructor and us. Living ITALIAN EACH WEEK!"

"A great learning experience. Met a lot of nice people. Excellent instructor. Felt very much like going to Italy every week!"

"Professor Lindenau's classes are always good, and this was no exception."


Taking Better Pictures
Instructor: Jim Morgenthaler

"I really enjoyed the instructor's own work and the photographs he uses to illustrate a point."

"The best part of the course is the instructor's knowledge of photography and his sense of humor."

"The instructor was well-prepared and presented information in a straight-forward manner."

"Mr. Morgenthaler was tremendously good-natured and patient with students who were more trying or demanded a great deal of attention. One of them irritated me to no end, but if Mr. Morgenthaler found them in any way difficult - it never showed. I was amazed."

"I enjoyed the course very much. I am very excited about getting out and taking "tons" of pictures."



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