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Debbie Cowles, Senior Program Administrator
941.716.2471
Stan Nikkel, Dean of Faculty
941.922.7675
Bob Carlson, Executive Director
941.408.3723
You can also e-mail us at info@PierianSpringAcademy.org
P. O. Box 110141, Sarasota, FL 34211
Site Locations
SENIOR FRIENDSHIP CENTER (SFC):
1900 Brother Greenen Way (941) 955-2122
Brother Greenen Way runs one block between Washington Blvd. (US-301) and Osprey Street just south of Oak Street and north of Mound Street (US 41). PSA courses meet in the easternmost SFC building.
ARGOSY UNIVERSITY
5250 17th Street 1-800-377-0617
Argosy University is at the western end of the long office building at the southwest corner of 17th Street and North Honore Avenue in Sarasota.
PLYMOUTH HARBOR700 John Ringling Blvd. 941-365-2600
Tower apartment building on the south side of the causeway (SR-780) between downtown Sarasota and St. Armands' Circle.
Driving time between the Senior Friendship Center and Argosy University using Washington Blvd and 17th St is approximately 15 minutes; between the Center and Plymouth Harbor takes approximately 6 minutes.
WHO ARE WE?
Pierian Spring Academy (PSA) is a high-quality, low-cost, college level academic continuing education program for persons of all ages but especially retirees and semi-retirees, regardless of educational background. We have only one requirement: a willingness to learn and to enjoy the intellectual refreshment of unique, stimulating content and discussions. Winter residents are welcome.
WHERE ARE WE?
PSA courses are held in three locations: Senior Friendship Center, 1900 Brother Geenen Way; Argosy University, 5250 17th Street in Sarasota; and Plymouth Harbor, 700 John Ringling Blvd., near St. Armand's Circle. Click here for directions.
WHEN DO WE MEET?
Fall Lecture Series - October 20 through December 15 at the Selby Public Library (Geldhart Auditorium), 1331 First Street in Sarasota. The lectures are scheduled from 2:00-3:30 p.m. Free and Open to the Public.
Fall Term 2009
October 26 - November 20 (4 weeks). Tuition is $50 per course
Winter Term 2010
Begins the week of January 11 - Course dates and lengths vary. Tuition rates vary according to length of class.
Spring Session 2010
The spring session begins the week of February 22 - Course dates and lengths vary. Tuition rates vary according to length of class.
HOW MUCH?
4 weeks is $50 per course, 6 weeks is $65 per course, 8 weeks is $90, 10 weeks is $110 and 12 weeks is $130.
There are no membership fees or annual dues.
ACEC Classes. . .
Pierian Spring Academy (PSA) and the Adult and Community Education (ACEC) of the Sarasota County School District agreed to co-list selected lectures and courses. To learn more about ACEC and its offerings, call 941-361-6590 or visit their website. Courses listed below can be registered through either organization. You may also register for these courses using the PSA registration form.
FALL SESSION
Generations
What is your generation...traditionalist, baby boomer, generation X, generation Y or the Millennial? Each generation is influenced by cultural and economic events that shape its values and style. Explore the mind-sets of different generations and learn how each group sees the world based on their experiences and values.
Wednesdays, September 30 – November 4 (6 wks)
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. $60 The Glenridge at Palmer
Instructor: Evadne Mela - Evadne Mela received her BA from Eckerd College. She has taught computers and creativity classes for Adult & Senior Enrichment since 2001. Evadne has an MA in gerontology and Reiki 2nd Degree.
Major Religious Traditions of Asia
Explore the major religious traditions that helped shape Asia’s culture, society and history: Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, Shinto and Islam. Look into major beliefs, regional variations, history and cultural impact. Studying these major religious traditions is both fascinating and highly informative to better understand the diversity of Asian cultures and societies.
Tuesdays, September 29 – November 3 (6 weeks)
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $ 60 The Glenridge at Palmer Ranch
Instructor: E. Meissner - Eric Meissner earned a BA degree in Japanese Studies from Colgate University, NY and was awarded a scholarship by the Japanese Ministry of Education to pursue studies at Osaka University. MA in Southeast Asian Studies - National University of Singapore. Taught at Booker Middle School and at the Universal Academy of Florida and is listed in "Who's Who Among American Teachers", 2007 edition.