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& CORPORATE RESOURCE

ASSOCIATE DEGREES AT EDINBORO UNIVERSITY IN ERIE THE PORRECO CENTER

Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center .................. 3
Building A Prosperous Future Through Academic Excellence
and Civility .................................................................................. 4
Degree Completion - Bachelor of Arts in
Specialized Studies ..................................................................... 4
Admissions Office ....................................................................... 4
Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice ......................................... 5
Associate of Arts in Human Services ........................................ 6
Associate of Science in Business Administration ..................... 6
Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies .......................................... 7
GRADUATE COURSEWORK IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS

Master's of Education in Educational Leadership .................. 8
Post Master's Principal K-12 Certification ............................... 8
Post Master's Supervisor of Special Education Certification. 8
Post Master's Superintendent Letter of Eligibility .................. 8
ACCOUNTING SATELLITE PROGRAMS-PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY OF
PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS (8 CPE HRS)

Accounting &Auditing Update ................................................ 8
Understanding & Responding to Business Fraud-Skills
for Controllers & Auditors ......................................................... 8
Effective Handling of Tax Audits & Appeals ........................... 9
Annual Tax Update ..................................................................... 9

Let's Get Moving, Part 2 ........................................................... 12
Materials On A Dime ................................................................ 12
Connecting Early Mathematical Concepts
with Achievement Anchors, Part 1 ......................................... 12
Connecting Early Mathematical Concepts with
Achievement Anchors, Part 2 .................................................. 12
COMPUTER SKILLS COURSES

Basic Computer Hardware ...................................................... 13
Customized Computer Training ............................................. 13
Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets (Excel) .................... 13
Introduction to Microsoft Word .............................................. 13
Introduction to Windows 95/98/2000 .................................... 13
Introduction to Web Design 1 .................................................. 13
FINANCIAL PLANNING & INVESTING COURSES
Financial Workshop .................................................................. 14
Is the Market Taking Advantage of Your
Natural Reactions? .................................................................... 14
Managing Your Retirement Income ........................................ 14
Retirement Planning ................................................................. 14
Six Steps to a Secure Retirement .............................................. 15
Smart Couples Finish Rich™ ................................................... 15
Smart Women Finish Rich™ .................................................... 15
Women & Investing .................................................................. 15
Music PROGRAMS
Community Music School ....................................................... 16
Concert Band of Northwest Pennsylvania ............................. 16

BUILDING INSPECTION - INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

TRAINING

Fall Nights - Edinboro University Planetarium Program ....
14th Annual Edinboro Highland Games .................................
Intergenerational Center ..........................................................
Purple Martin Conservation Association ...............................
wORKFORCE & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT NETWORK (WEDNET)

Residential Code Inspection Series 1 & 2 ............................... 10
Commercial Building Inspection Series 1 & 2 ........................ 10
CHILD CARE TRAINING PROGRAMS

Let There Be Music ...................................................................
Let's Eat Right, Part 1 ...............................................................
Basics of Observation ...............................................................
Make It/Take It Christmas Shoppe .........................................

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GUARANTEED FREE TRAINING

Basic Skills Training .............................................................. 18
Information Technology Training ........................................ 18

ABOUT EDINBORO UNIVERSITY IN ERIE -

THE PoRREco CENTER
OUR MISSION
The mission of Edinboro University is to create and share knowledge by
providing access to education and learning experiences for the academic, cultural
and personal growth of the students and the larger community we serve.
Edinboro University is committed to lifelong learning and service. Through the
Office of Extended Learning, the University strives to:
• Serve the northwestern Pennsylvania area through community service
activities;
• Link the University's resources to the needs of the community;
• Provide continuing professional education to business and industry and other
area professionals;
• Enhance personal enrichment of the community through non-credit offerings.
We look forward to serving the needs of our family.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Dr. Frank G. Pogue

President
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro University in Erie The Porreca Center Staff
Dr. Terry L. Smith

Dean of Liberal Arts
tlsmith@edinboro.edu
BethA.Zewe

Coordinator of Non-Credit Programs
zewe@edinboro.edu
Sabra Jefferson

Office Professional
sjefferson@edinboro.edu

Registration: We encourage you to register early. This will prevent the classes
you are interested in from being canceled due to low enrollments. Please register at
least one week in advance.
Refund and Cancellation Policy: You may cancel one week before class begins to
receive a full refund. Classes canceled less than one week before classes begin will
not receive a refund, and you will be responsible for your class fee.
Extended Learning reserves the right to postpone, limit enrollment, cancel, split
or combine classes, and change instructors and class locations when necessary.
Inclement Weather: In the event of severe weather conditions, students should
listen to local radio and television stations for the official closing of the campus. If
the University is closed, all off-campus locations will be closed as well.
Instructors: The courses listed in this catalogue are taught either by regular
University faculty members or other qualified professional persons from the area.
Each possesses a talent, skill or specialized interest, which he/ she wishes to share
with the community.
For more information about the programs listed in the Extended Learning publication
or certificate and contract training needs, call (814) 836-1955 or 1-800-526-0121.

POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity education
institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex
and handicap in its activities, programs or employment practices as required by
Title VI, Title IX, Section 504 and the ADA.
For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Dr.
Richard E. Arnold, Associate to the President for Equity, Special Programs, and Staff
Development, Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, McNemey Hall, Edinboro, PA 16444
(814) 732-2167. For information or assistance regarding services, activities and
facilities that are accessible to and usable by persons with a disability, contact Dr.
Robert McConnell, Office of Students with Disabilities (814) 732-2462 V /TIY.
Office of Extended Leaming
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
2951 West 38th Street • Erie, PA 16506-4403
(814) 836-1955 • Fax: (814) 833-2085
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BRIEF HISTORY
The rich history of the Porreco estate dates back to the midnineteenth century, when a German immigrant, Henry
Knobloch, purchased the original 400 acres. The main property
stayed in the Knobloch family until 1931, when the first of the
Gebauer's took title. Jesse Gebauer became the owner in 1942
while married to Adrian Archbold, grandson of John Archbold,
the partner and Standard Oil fortune successor to John D.
Rockefeller.
Mrs. Archbold died in 1976, and much of the estate was
divided into smaller holdings and sold privately. The core of the
property, however, was retained and put on public auction. In
1978, Louis J. Porreco purchased it. In 1986, Mr. Porreco donated
the estate to Edinboro University to enhance the quality and
convenience of educational offerings in the Erie area.
Today, the renovated estate is used by Edinboro University
to provide both credit and non-credit educational opportunities
for traditional and non-traditional students, and for holding
special events. Various organizations within the community
also use the facilities for educational and cultural programming.

And, during the summer, the grounds are alive with the
sound of children's voices. The Kids Academy at Porreco is
an exciting opportunity for children in grades 1-6 to
participate in a wide array of unique learning experiences
thanks to Edinboro University in Erie.

COMMUNITY & CORPORATE RESOURCE LET us HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT!

In tandem with its role as an academic institution, Edinboro
University in Erie also provides facilities for citizens and
organizations wishing to hold special events at the Center.
Facilities are available for training sessions, retreats, conferences,
meetings, receptions, classroom space, videoconferencing and
press conferences. In addition, the facility houses a computer lab
and distance education classroom.
Edinboro University in Erie's primary academic facility is
housed within one of the largest standing barns in Erie
County. The renovated interior includes classrooms and a
seminar area. The Barn also houses a fully equipped
computer lab with 24 computers with Internet capabilities
and a distance education classroom.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
The Center also houses a converted guest house (The
Garden
House) which contains classrooms, faculty offices, a
Over 10,000 students have taken classes in various
library service area with reference materials and direct
programs at the Porreco Center since Edinboro University
computer
access to Edinboro University's main library
consolidated its academic offerings at one convenient
catalogue,
the largest educational resources center in
location more than 14 years ago. Undergraduate courses in
northwestern
Pennsylvania.
such areas as biology and health services, business
Mary Porreco Hall, the original estate mansion and still its
administration and economics, mathematics and computer
centerpiece,
has been maintained to preserve its 1800s vintage
science, speech and communication studies, secondary
farmhouse
milieu.
Among its 12 rooms is a large living area
education, elementary education, English & theatre arts,
perfect
for
executive
seminars, retreats, conferences,
foreign languages, geosciences, philosophy and history are
receptions and cultural events, and professional and social
provided.
gatherings.
Mary Porreco Hall also has a library, three small
In addition, Edinboro University offers graduate and
conference
or
break out rooms, dining and lounge facilities,
extended learning classes, plus four associate degree
and
a
fully
equipped
kitchen. Special-event catering services
programs: Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice, Associate
are also available.
of Arts in Human Services, Associate of Science in
Videoconferencing/Distance Education Capabilities
Business Administration and an Associate of Arts in
Edinboro
University in Erie offers videoconferencing
Liberal Studies. You may be able to complete a Bachelor of
capability for meetings, classes or conferences. Utilizing stateArts degree in Specialized Studies at Edinboro University
of-the-art technology, meetings can be conducted at a distance
in Erie if you have 90 credits from another institution of
to save both time and expensive travel costs. A two-way,
higher education.
fully
interactive videoconference classroom complete with
The Deparbnent of Professional Studies offers graduate
multiple cameras and computer presentation is available.
coursework at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco
For more information about Edinboro University in Erie
Center for the following programs in Educational Leadership:
The
Porreco Center, or to utilize the Center and its
• Master's of Education in Educational Leadership
facilities, please contact:
• Post Master's Principal K-12 Certification
Beth A. Zewe
• Post Master's Supervisor of Special Education Certification
Edinboro
University in Erie - The Porreco Center
• Post Master's Superintendent Letter of Eligibility
2951 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16506-4403
(814) 836-1955 or Fax (814) 833-2085
zewe@edinboro.edu
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAMS AT EDINBORO UNIVERSITY IN ERIE -

THE PoRREco CENTER
You CAN EARN A

BUILDING A PROSPEROUS FUTURE THROUGH
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND CIVILITY

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....

Dr. Frank G. Pogue
President, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Edinboro University in Erie The Porreca Center

DEGREE ...

• Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice - will prepare you
for a variety of employment opportunities with the
police, the courts, and correctional programs.
• Associate of Arts in Human Services - will prepare you
for employment in a wide range of mental health and/
or human services fields.
• Associate of Science in Business Administration - will
prepare you for an entry-level position in business,
accounting, finance or marketing.
• Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies - will enhance your
basic skills while giving you the foundation you need
for a four-year degree.

Edinboro
University of
Pennsylvania
recently
introduced a new
theme - one that
will lead us to the
2006-07 academic
year when we
will celebrate the
University's
150th
anniversary or
Sesquicentennial.
This theme,
"Building a
prosperous
future through
academic
excellence and
civility," builds
upon our commitment to academic excellence and civility
while introducing the ideal of prosperity We believe that
excellence in academics and civility will lead to prosperity,
not only for members of the Edinboro Family, but also for
the region, state, nation and the world we serve.
I am pleased to present this brochure to you and to share
information about the degree programs we are offering at
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center. By
offering classes at our historic and beautiful facility in Erie,
we are reaching out to those of you who live in Erie and
prefer to stay at home while taking classes ... those of you
who realize that an Edinboro degree can open the doors to a
prosperous and productive future, at a fraction of the cost of
many other colleges and universities ... those of you who,
unfortunately, find yourselves unemployed and looking for
a new career direction ...and even those of you who are
returning from military service.
As you'll see on the following pages, a degree from
Edinboro University can take you almost anywhere you
want to go. It can, indeed, lead to a "prosperous future
through academic excellence and civility."

American Government (3)
Prosecution and the Courts (3)
Principles of Sociology (3)
To be selected from at least two categories below
12 sem. hrs.
B. Legal Aspects of Crime
Pennsylvania Criminal Code (3)
Criminal Procedure and Evidence (3)
C. Societal Influences on Crime and Delinquency
American Urban Development (3)
U.S. Police History (3)
American State and Local Government (3)
Organized Crime and Corruption (3)
Drugs and Human Behavior (3)
Juvenile Delinquency (3)
D. Techniques of Dealing with Crime
Criminal Investigation (3)
Crirninalistics (3)
Probation, Parole and Community Corrections (3)
Public Administration (3)
E. Electives
Juvenile Justice (3)
F. Field Experience
Internship in Criminal Justice (3)
ill. ELECTIVES (Open)
6 sem.hrs.

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE

OR COMPLETE A DEGREE ...

You may be able to complete a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Specialized Studies at Edinboro University in Erie if you
have 90 credits from another institution of higher education.
Simply contact an academic advisor by calling 814-732-2218
and say ''I'd like to complete my degree at Porreco."

CRIMINAL JUSTICE
0vERVIEW

The field of criminal justice encompasses all matters
relating to crime. It is concerned with law, criminology,
police, courts, corrections, crime control policy and planning.
Moreover, it is a rapidly changing field. Modem criminal
behavior such as computer theft and embezzlement,
terrorism, racketeering and sophisticated political corruption
require new technologies and skills for crime control. There
is a need for broadly educated personnel with a deep
understanding of the criminal justice system and its political,
social and economic environments. There is equally a need
for modem police skills, from accounting to computer skills
and counseling.
A sound degree program in criminal justice must be
flexible to prepare undergraduates for a rapidly changing and exciting - set of occupations. To meet this need,
Edinboro University offers a comprehensive program which
provides an overview of the criminal justice system and
development of essential skills: the Associate of Arts in
Criminal Justice.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TOTAL

The two-year associate degree program is designed
primarily to provide persons currently employed in criminal
justice agencies an opportunity to enrich their backgrounds
in criminal justice studies and at the same time earn a college
degree in the field.
Edinboro's criminal justice program seeks to provide
students with a broad understanding of the entire criminal
justice system and human behavior rather than a narrow
specialization. A wide range of employment opportunities
exists with the police, the courts, and correctional programs.
The background provided by this degree program may also
be valuable for those who decide to seek a four-year
bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, sociology
or political science.
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PROGRAM OF STUDY

I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS30 sem. hrs.
College Writing Skills (3)
One approved course from each Core category (21)
One approved course from two different Distribution
categories (6)

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II. CRIMINAL JUSTICE REQUIREMENTS
A The Criminal Justice System
Introduction to Criminal Justice (3)
Introduction to Policing (3)
Introduction to Corrections (3)

30 sem. hrs.
18sem.hrs.

5

66sem.hrs.

Race & Ethnic Relations (3)
Human Diversity (3)
Introduction to Social Welfare Policy (3)
C. Electives in Field
6 sem. hrs.
To be selected from the following:
Juvenile Delinquency (3)
Sociology of Marriage and Family (3)
Medical Social Work (3)
Child Welfare (3)
Aging and Human Services (3)

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
HUMAN SERVICES
0vERVIEW

The basic premise of this program is that there is a
common core of attitudes, skills and knowledge that apply
to a variety of settings in the human services. Individuals
equipped with these competencies can make effective
contributions to agencies involved in mental health,
education, welfare, corrections and other areas.

III. FREE ELECTIVES

6 sem. hrs.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
TOTAL

Many health and human services agencies are seeking
individuals who have less than a baccalaureate degree, but
are sophisticated enough to be effective workers.
This program is concerned with the preparation of
individuals as mental health workers, psychiatric aides,
social service workers, workers for developmentally
disabled, and workers with the elderly. The availability of
trained paraprofessionals in these areas could make such
services available to the public more efficiently and
effectively.
The goal of the program is to educate, in two years, a
generalist worker who could move into a wide range of
mental health and/ or human services fields.
Human services paraprofessionals held several thousand
government jobs during the 1990s. Government agencies
employ a significant portion of the paraprofessionals t -- 4 eal
with such issues as poverty, crime, public assistance,
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population policy, social rehabilitation, community
development, mental health, racial and ethnic studies, and
environmental impact studies.

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREE
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
OVERVIEW
The Associate of Science degree in Business Administration
prepares students for a variety of professional careers. This
degree program is especially designed to provide students
with a business degree for entry-level positions in business,
for job promotion, or as a bridge toward completion of a
bachelor's degree in business administration. Students
complete a foundation of business courses that provide
thorough exposure to each of the business functions, to
economics, to business law, and to the technology used in
business.
Students are also required to complete an elective course in
business that provides additional expertise in a selected
business area. This elective is chosen from courses in
advertising and promotion, cost accounting, human resource
management, and money and banking.
All of the courses required in the associate degree program
also apply to the bachelor's degree in business administration.

PROGRAM OF STUDY
I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMEN1S 30 sem. hrs.
College Writing Skills (3)
One approved course from each Core category (21)
One approved course from two different Distribution
categories (6)
II. HUMAN SERVICE AREA REQUIREMEN1S 24 sem. hrs.
A Nature and Need of Service
9 sem. hrs.
To be selected from the following:
Principles of Sociology (3)
Contemporary Social Problems (3)
Sociology of the Life Cycle (3)
Introduction to Social Work (3)
B. Behaviors, Treatments and Strategies
9 sem.hrs.
To be selected from the following:
Society and the Individual (3)
Work and Society (3)

60 sem. hrs.

accounting, advertising, finance, financial services, logistics,
management, marketing and production.
Business positions are available for graduates in
commercial firms, not-for-profit organizations, government
agencies and international businesses. Graduates can also
choose to be self-employed and are prepared for further
study in business administration, accounting, finance,
financial services, economics or marketing.

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE
LIBERAL STUDIES
OVERVIEW
The Associate of Arts in Liberal Studies is a flexible twoyear degree program designed to meet the needs of a variety
of students:
• students desiring a two-year degree that will enable
them to transfer to a four-year institution;
• unemployed workers wanting to develop marketable
job skills; or
• employed persons seeking retraining or upgrading of
knowledge.
Up to 15 hours of credit may be awarded for previously
completed courses at vocational or technical institutes, and
students may be eligible to have their tuition covered by the
national vocational training act.

PROGRAM OF STUDY
I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 24 sem. hrs.

II. BUSINESS FOUNDATION REQUIREMEN1S 27 sem. hrs.
Principles of Accounting I (3)
Principles of Accounting II (3)
Information Resources Management* (3)
Legal and Regulatory Environment of Business (3)
Principles of Economics: Macro (3)
Principles of Economics: Micro (3)
Business Finance I (3)
Principles of Management (3)
Principles of Marketing (3)

PROGRAM OF STUDY
I. GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 30 sem. hrs.
College Writing Skills (3)

One approved course from each Core category (21)
One approved course from two different Distribution
categories (6)

* Students who cannot demonstrate competence in word
processing and spreadsheet software must take
Essentials of Computing I as a General Education Core
7 course or as an elective.
III. BUSINESS ELECTIVE

II. HUMANITIES TRACK
15-24 sem. hrs.
At least one advanced course from four of seven
advanced humanities disciplines: Art, English and
Theatre Arts, Foreign Languages, History, Music,
Philosophy, or Speech Communications

3 sem.hrs.

One of the following courses:
Cost Accounting
Money and Banking
Human Resource Management
Advertising and Promotion

III. ELECTIVES
6-15 sem. hrs.
To be chosen in close consultation with the program
advisor.

IV. ELECTIVES
6sem. hrs.
College Algebra must be taken as an elective
TOTAL

TOTAL

60sem. hrs.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The Associate of Science in Business Administration
program prepares the student to find employment in various
positions in domestic or international businesses including
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GRADUATE COURSEWORK IN EDUCATIONAL
LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - , - - - - - EFFECTIVE HANDLING OF
APPEALS
Courses for the programs listed above are also available
through web-based instruction via the Internet. Graduate
Programs in Educational Leadership are dsigned to be
flexible and meet the needs of students who want to pursue
advanced degrees or certifications while having a fulltime
career. Please contact Dr. James Bolton
(jbolton@edinboro.edu, 814-732-1734) or Dr. Andrew
Pushchak (apushchak@edinboro.edu, 814-732-1538) for
course offerings and further program information.

The Department of Professional Studies offers graduate
coursework at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco
Center for the following programs in Educational
Leadership:
• Master's of Education in Educational Leadership
• Post Master's Principal K-12 Certification
• Post Master's Supervisor of Special Education Certification
• Post Master's Superintendent Letter of Eligibility

ACCOUNTING SATELLITE COURSES - PENNSYLVANIA SOCIETY OF
PUBLIC ACCOUNTS

(8 CPE HOURS) - - - - - - - - - - - - --

ACCOUNTING

How does fraud affect your organization? Whether you
are a nonprofit organization, business owner, controller,
CFO, manager, financial statement preparer or auditor, fraud
is serious business and its effects can be devastating. This
fast moving seminar will provide a comprehensive look at
fraud from both the technical, legal and operational
perspectives. Particular attention will be directed to "best
practices" in implementing SAS 99 and ways management
can limit opportunity to commit fraud by establishing and
m?nitoring appropriate controls. In addition, the program
will address techniques for conducting inquiries or
management and others and common types of fraud. Learn
and master, from speaker demonstrations of new key skills,
such as audit team brainstorming sessions and interview
techniques, to carry out your responsibility to make
reasonable efforts to discover fraud. In addition, learn to
identify and prevent common types of fraud and the steps
every accountant and financial manager can and should take
to protect assets and financial statements from fraud.
Wednesday, October 19, 10:00 am-6:00 pm (1 class)
Edinboro University in Erie-The Porreco Center
$155 Please register directly with PSPA.

& AUDITING UPDATE

ACPENs 2005 Accounting and Auditing Update will
cover the latest accounting, auditing and regulatory
standards. It will also explore the new world for corporate
accounting and auditing professionals. This year's
Accounting and Auditing Update program will include
coverage of the most recent issues being addressed by
standard setting committees in the areas of accounting and
auditing. Final pronouncements along with those issues
soon to be a part of the professional literature will be
featured, with insightful analysis by a panel made up of
expert practitioners with experience in development of new
standards. The important changes in the regulatory
environment for accountants and auditors in the corporate
arena continue. Learn the latest from regulatory and
enforcement officials about the new regulatory and
oversight structure.
Wednesday, September 21, 10:00 am-6:00 pm (1 class)
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
$155 Please register directly with PSPA.

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BUILDING INSPECTION INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL

This program is designed for practitioners, both the
beginner and the experienced. The focus is on the methods
and procedures for representing your clients in audit,
collection and appeals cases. The focus will be not only your
client's rights and your use of correct procedures, but also on
the practical and "what works" at each level. Special
attention is given to trends and what you can expect for
clients in the future. A segment will also address the IRS and
Tax Preparer and the new rules. The panel will focus on the
practic~l, with ex~ples and strategies on how to effectively
deal with the IRS m a number of different areas.
Wednesday, November 16, 10:00 am-6:00 pm (1 class)
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
$155 Please register directly with PSPA.
ANNUAL

UNDERSTANDING & RESPONDING TO
BUSINESS FRAUD: PRACTICAL SKILLS FOR
CONTROLLERS & AUDITORS ( CO-SPONSORED
WITH THE INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT
ACCOUNTANTS)

These satellite classes are presented by the Accounting
Continuing Education Professional Network (ACPEN) and
are held at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center.
Please register directly with the Pennsylvania Society of
Public Accountants by emailing info@pspa-state.org or by
calling 1-800-270-3352. Non-members are $155 for these
courses; members are $110.

TAX AUDITS &

(ICC) TRAINING

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TAX UPDATE

The 2001-2004 Tax Acts made important changes to the tax
landscape that are just becoming clear. Several provisions of
these tax law changes have expiration and phase-out dates
that Congress and the President want to make permanent.
In addition, controversial Social Security Reforms and Tax
Code simplification are also on the state agenda. Status
reports complete with explanations will be discussed as
appropriate. As always, the IRS and the courts are
continuing to interpret the law for practitioners. The Expert
ACPEN panel will provide you with the last-best
preparation for your tax practice. This is a course we can't
tell you exactly what will be discussed- and you wouldn't
have it any other way! Our experts will focus on important
tax developments that will be in place by December 7, 2005.
We can't tell you now what the changes will be but can
guarantee the best information anywhere on current tax
issues ... current to the day of the broadcast! Explore in detail
~atest s~atutory, regulatory and judicial developments
rmpacting tax issues. Get the latest details and all the
developments in this up-to-the-minute tax program that you
won't want to miss.
Wednesday, December 7, 10:00 am-6:00 pm (1 class)
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
$155 Please register directly with PSPA.

~~ernational Code Council (ICC), formerly Building
Officials Code Administrators International (BOCA), sets
guidelines and provides training to "Code Enforcement
Officials" (CEOs) of all Pennsylvania municipalities,
counties, townships, and cities.

Need a new career?
Become a Building Inspector!
If you are tired of worrying about company downsizing
and lay-offs, or you need to find something else to do, you
should consider a career as a building inspector. With the
new Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code
implemented in July of 2004, a whole new career field has
been created.
Pennsylvania's Only Proven Comprehensive Building
Inspector Training Program.
Now available at Edinboro University in Erie - The
Porreco Center. All classes are taught by International Code
Council instructors using materials/books published by the
International Code Council. Classes prepare students to take
the Residential Building Inspector, Commercial Building
Inspector and Commercial Building Plans Examiner
certification tests.
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SERIES

(IRC2003)
Dates: Sept. 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, Oct. 4, 5, 6,
7, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20
Trme: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Cost: $2,880 for entire series, plus texts (approx. $600)

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Residential Inspection Series (IRC2003)
IRC 2003 - Overview and Code
Development Process
Performing IRC 2003 Building Inspections

Dates
Sept12,2005
Jan 9, 2006
Sept 13-16, 2005
Jan 10-13, 2006
Sept 20-22, 2005
Performing IRC 2003 Plumbing Inspections
Jan 17-19, 2006
Performing IRC 2003 Electrical Inspections
Sept 27-29, 2005
Jan 24-26, 2006
Performing IRC 2003 Mechanical Inspections
Oct 4-7, 2005
Jan 31, Feb 1-3, 2006
2003 IECC Residential Provisions
Oct 12-13, 2005
Feb 7-8, 2006
Oct 18-20, 2005
Performing IRC 2003 Plan Reviews
Feb 14-16, 2006
Commercial Building Inspection Series (IBC 2003)
Overview of the 2003 IBC and Administration
Nov 8, 2005
Mar 7, 2006
Occupancy (Chapter 3)
Nov 9, 2005
Mar 8, 2006
Construction Type, Height & Area (Chapters 5 & 6) Nov 10, 2005
Mar9,2006
Fire Resistance & Fire Protection (Chapters 7 & 8) Nov 15, 2005
Mar 14, 2006
Hazardous Materials
Nov 16, 2005
Mar 15,2006
Means of Egress (Chapter 10)
Nov 21, 2005
Mar 22, 2006
Accessibility (Chapter 11)
Nov 22, 2005
Mar 23, 2006
Performing Structural Plan Reviews
Nov 28, 2005
Mar 28, 2006
Structural Concepts (Chapters 16, 17 & 22)
Nov 29, 2005
Mar29,2006
Concrete & Masonry (Chapters 19 & 21)
Dec 7, 2005
Apr 4, 2006
Footings & Foundations (Chapter 18)
Dec 8, 2005
Apr 5, 2006
Wood Framing (Chapter 23)
Dec 9, 2005
Apr 6, 2006
Performing Non-Structural Plan Reviews
Dec 13, 2005
Apr 11,2006
Day Care & Assisted Living, A Design Option
Dec 14, 2005
Apr 12, 2006
Overview of the International Fire Code
Dec 19, 2005
Apr 19, 2006
Fire Sprinkler Plan Review
Dec 20, 2005
Apr20,2006

Dates: Jan. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31, Feb. 7, 8,
14, 15, 16
Time: 8:00 arn-4:00 pm
Cost: $2,880 for entire series, plus texts (approx. $600)

SERIES #1 - COMMERCIAL BUILDING
INSPECTION SERIES (IBC2003)
Dates: Nov. 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 21, 22, 28, 29, Dec. 7, 8, 9, 13, 14,
19,20
Time: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Cost: $2,300, plus texts (approx. $700)

LET THERE BE

SERIES #2 - COMMERCIAL BUILDING
INSPECTION SERIES (IBC2003)
Dates: Mar. 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 22, 23, 28, 29, Apr. 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 19,
20
Time: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Cost: $2,300, plus texts (approx. $700)

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This workshop will focus on the physical and emotional
dangers of childhood obesity. Participants will learn about
the benefits of establishing healthy eating habits from
infancy through childhood. A variety of healthy eating tips,
recipes and hands-on activities will be demonstrated.
Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2005
Location: Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Room2
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Trainer: JenniferMcNellie
Audience: Mixed
Level: K7 79:C2 Level 2

The Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare and the
PA Pathways Training underwrite training costs for child
care training programs at Edinboro University. Each session
can be applied toward the Department of Public Welfare's
annual six-hour training requirement. Edinboro University
is offering 8 sessions this fall.
Registration Cost: $5 per 3-hour course. The
registration fee is non-refundable. Applicants should
assume acceptance of registration unless otherwise notified.
If a class is filled or canceled, we will notify you.
Registration cannot be taken over the phone. Registration
must be made at least one week in advance.
Description of Level Designations:
Level 1: Designed for entry-level professionals
Level 2: Designed for those who possess the basic
knowledge and skills of OAP
Level 3: Designed for those who desire to work
toward group supervisor or director positions

SERIES #2 - RESIDENTIAL CODE INSPECTION
SERIES (IRC2003)

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CHILD CARE TRAINING
PROGRAMS _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __

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BASICS OF OBSERVATION
This workshop meets the STARS requirement and
provides a brief overview of observation and assessment. It
provides participants the chance to practice different
observation methods.
Date: Saturday, September 17, 2005
Location: Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Room 8
Trme: 9 am-12 noon
Trainer: Julie Huggler
Audience: Mixed
Level: K4 41:Cl Level 1

Music

As any director knows, budgets are limited and funds for
purchasing musical instruments are small. This workshop
will enable you to make your own musical instruments from
items around the center. This is a make-it/take-it workshop
in which a demonstration to create wonderful rhythm band
instruments and teachers centers around the room to create
these instruments.
Date: Saturday, September 10, 2005
Location: Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Room8
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Trme: 9 am-12 noon
Trainer: Linda Caldwell
Audience: Mixed
Level: K2 19:Cl Level 1

MAKE IT /TAKE IT CHRISTMAS SHOPPE
Wouldn't it be great to have a Christmas Shoppe in your
center where children could buy wonderful homemade gifts
for their parents at Christmas, which would also make a
small profit for the center? Now you can learn EZ crafts to
make that are virtually cost-free and easy to make by
children. A presentation of how to set up and organized the
shoppe will be given.
Date: Saturday, October 8, 2005
Location: Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Room8
Time: 9 am-12 noon
Trainer: Linda Caldwell
Audience: Home-based Providers
Level: K2 19: Cl Level 1

Classes can be taken individually or
sign up for the entire series.
Prices do not include costs for certification testing.
Call today to register, 814-836-1955.
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center

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LET'S GET MOVING, PART II
This is the second of a two-part workshop concerning
students' health. This workshop will further investigate the
physical and emotional dangers of childhood obesity and
related diseases. Participants will learn about the benefits of
physical activity for each developmental stage and the use of
children's literature, music, video and educational games
that encourage movement will be demonstrated.
Date: Tuesday, October 18, 2005
Location: Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Room2
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Trainer: Jennifer McNellie
Audience: Mixed
Level: K7 84: C2 Level 2

MATERIALS ON A DIME
This hands-on workshop is designed to introduce teachers
to the construction of theme kits and other materials for their
classroom. Perfect for centers with low budgets. Teachers
will make materials to bring back to their centers and share.
Date: Saturday, October 22, 2005
Location: Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Room8
Time: 9 am-12 noon
Trainer: Julie Huggler
Audience: Mixed
Level: K2 11 :C2 Level 2

COMPUTER SKILLS

PART II

COURSES - - - - - - - - - -

This is the second part of a two-part workshop, which
introduces the participants to the modified Early Leaming
Standards, Head Start Standards and the Achievement
Anchors mathematical education. This hands-on workshop
will provide participants the opportunity to align standards
with meaningful active student engagement. Many
manipulatives will be used to facilitate concept development
and student problem solving.
Date: Monday, December 5, 2005
Location: Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Room2
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Trainer: Virginia McGinnis
Audience: Mixed
Level: K217: C2 Level

BASIC COMPUTER HARDWARE

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD
Learn word processing basics with Microsoft Word! Skills
to be covered include creating, editing, and saving a file;
adjusting margins and tabs; using different views; and using
spelling and grammar checks. Prerequisite: basic
keyboarding and mouse skills. Participants may wish to
bring a diskette on which to save their work. Please choose
one session:
Session 1-Saturday, November 12 (1 class) 9:00 am-Noon
Session 2- Monday, November 14 (1 class) 9:00 am-Noon
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Instructor: Elizabeth Richardson
$75

This class will cover troubleshooting, maintenance, and
upgrade networking for basic computer hardware. Students
will learn how to configure and setup a PC, Update and
upgrade BIOS systems, install Local and Network printers,
setup different monitors, add or remove hardware
components, troubleshoot registry, and most of all how to
prevent viruses.
Saturday, September 24 (1 class) 9:00 am-Noon
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Instructor: Sonny Nouri
$75

INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS

CUSTOMIZED COMPUTER TRAINING

INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONIC
SPREADSHEETS (EXCEL)
This workshop provides an introduction to Microsoft
Excel spreadsheets. You will learn the basics of spreadsheets
and gain hands-on experience using Microsoft Excel. You
will learn how to create, edit, and save a basic spreadsheet.
Prerequisite: Basic keyboarding and mouse skills.
Participants may wish to bring a diskette on which to save
their work.
Please choose one session:
Session 1-Monday, October 10 (1 class) 9:00 am-Noon
Session 2-Saturday, October 22 (1 class) 9:00 am-Noon
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Instructor: Elizabeth Richardson
$75

I

This is the first part of a two-part workshop, which
introduced the participants to the modified Leaming
Standards, Head Start Standards and the Achievement
Anchors in mathematical education. This hands-on
workshop will provide participants the opportunity to align
standards with meaningful active student engagement.
Date: Monday, November 7, 2005
Location: Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Room2
Time: 5:30-8:30 pm
Trainer: Virginia McGinnis
Audience: Mixed
Level: K2 17: Cl Level 1

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95/98/2000

This class will cover how Windows works with your
software applications and share files, how to navigate the
Windows desktop; how to setup display properties; how to
use and setup the Taskbar and file system; how to partition
and setup multiple Operating system windows; how to
create and remove folder and file properly; how to move/
copy or delete files and folders properly; and how to
customize user and personal desktops.
Saturday, October 1 (1) class, 9:00 am-Noon
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Instructor: Sonny Nouri
$75

Let Edinboro University provide a customized computer
training session for your company in Microsoft Word, Excel,
Access or PowerPoint. Let us teach your employees how to
navigate the Internet, design databases or get them started in
basic computer orientation. Please call for more information.

CONNECTING EARLY MATHEMATICAL
CONCEPTS WITH ACHIEVEMENT ANCHORS,
PART

CONNECTING EARLY MATHEMATICAL
CONCEPTS WITH ACHIEVEMENT ANCHORS,

INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN 1
Learn to design, create, edit, insert images, save and
publish your own Webs. You will learn how to create and
implement a page to support graphic images (such as Logos,
photographs, and animation), formatted text, create tables
and columns and Hyperlink text or images. Also, learn
about browser, Internet, Intranet, and URL. Prerequisite:
Introduction to Windows 95/98/2000.
Saturdays, October 8 and 15 (2 classes) 9:00 am-Noon
Edinboro University in Erie-The Porreco Center
Instructor: Sonny Nouri
$150

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FINANCIAL PLANNING

MANAGING YOUR RETIREMENT INCOME

& INvESTING

This three-hour workshop will focus on (1) Asset
Allocation: What are the trade-offs, risk/ return now v.
future income; (2) Increasing current and future income:
How do I increase my current income? How do I increase
my future income? (3) Financial risk of retirement:
Outliving your money, inflation, and estate taxes. (4)
Taxation of Various Income Sources: Social Security, Pension
Plan, 40l(k), Traditional IRA, Roth IRA, Dividends from
individually owned stock, interest from bonds, and
annuities. (5) Cash Flow Management: How do I manage
my cash flow? (6) Action Points: Properly allocate assets,
increase income, control taxes, and manage cash flow. (7)
Start saving today!
Wednesday, September 28 (1 class), 7:00-10:00 pm
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Instructor: Kirk Hamza, Investment Representative,
EdwardJones

COURSES - - - - - - - - - FINANCIAL WoRKSHOP FOR INDIVIDUAL INvESTORS
This six-week educational workshop will teach
individuals how to increase investment income while
reducing taxes on those investments. We will learn about
the stock market as well as other forms of ownership and
loaner ship investments. The class will also cover children's
education and retirement. This class is for anyone interested
in learning how to maximize their investments and
minimize their taxes.
Wednesdays, October 5-Novernber 9 (6 classes), 7:00-10:00 pm
Edinboro University in Erie-The Porreco Center
Instructor: Kirk Hamza, Investment Representative,
EdwardJones
$75, includes financial notebook and textbook

SMART WoMEN FINISH RicH™

Six STEPS TO A SECURE RETIREMENT

This seminar is based on the national bestseller book by
David Bach. Smart Women Finish Rich TM is an educational
seminar that provides you with seven steps to help you
achieve financial security and fund your dreams. If you act
upon these simple steps to improve the quality of your
dreams, you can act upon these simple steps to improve the
quality of your financial life, you will be well on your way to
a fuller, richer life! You'll learn how to:
• Put Your Money Where Your Values Are
• Figure Out Where You Stand Financially
• Discover the Power of the Latte Factor™
• Build Financial "B~skets" for Your Retirement, Your
Security and Your Dreams
Women have an 85% chance of facing their elder years
single, widowed, divorced, or separated, and a majority of
them are unaware of money management. Thanks to David
Bach, now women from all walks of life can create a secure
personal finance system. We are looking to attract women of
all status and backgrounds and help them become
knowledgeable in the opportunities there are to become
financially stable for the future. This seminar is practical and
basic with techniques that can be implemented immediately.
Tuesday, November 1 (1 class), 6-7:30 pm
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Instructor: Ralph Linarelli, Jr., CFP, ChFC, Linarelli &
Associates with Loesel-Schaaf Financial Advisors
$25

Join us for a seminar that can help you:
• Prioritize your dreams and goals
• Identify the most important challenges
(and the most overlooked)
• Get a handle on where you are today in order to
plan for tomorrow
• See if you' re on track toward your goals
• Gain confidence that you'll enjoy a secure retirement
Attendees will receive our Six Steps to a Secure
Retirement workbook with valuable information to help you
gain the confidence for a secure retirement
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Thursday, September 15 (1 class), 7:00-8:00 pm
Instructor: Colleen Burbules, Financial Advisor,
Wachovia Securities
$15

$45

Is THE MARKET TAKING AovANTAGE oF
YOUR NATURAL REACTIONS

SMART CouPLEs FINISH RicH™
RETIREMENT PLANNING

This three-hour workshop will focus on your (1)
retirement goals. The class will cover length of years in
retirement, source of retirement income, and how much you
will need to save. The workshop will also focus on (2) taxes.
Topics covered include saving pre-tax; saving and taxdeferred saving (traditional IRA and Roth IRA); the
instructor will review time-tested strategies, such as buying
quality investments, including equities in your investment
mix, and diversification. In addition, the class will address
allocation of assets and will cover the investment pyramid,
annual reviews, and how to protect your assets.
Wednesday, September 21 (1 class), 7:00-10:00 pm
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Instructor: Kirk Hamza, Investment Representative,
EdwardJones

Leaming from the mistakes that other investors have
made by following their natural reactions will help you see
"Beyond Investment Illusions." At this seminar, we'll
discuss ways to be less focused on short-term movements of
the market and more consistent in your investment strategy.
We will discuss:
•
Market Volatility
•
Risk and Return Strategies
•
Assess Allocation
When it comes to your financial future, perception is
everything.
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Wednesday, October 12 (1 class), 7:00-8:00 pm
Instructor: Colleen Burbules, Financial Advisor,
Wachovia Securities
$15

$45

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You're cordially invited to a very important event in your
relationship. Smart Couples Finish Rich TM is a revolutionary
educational seminar designed to address the unique
financial concerns of couples. You will learn how to protect
yourself financially; how to really talk about money without
fighting; how to take advantage of the new 2002 tax laws;
and how to identify your values and make prudent financial
decisions as a team. Learn the three biggest retirement
account mistakes couples make and how the Latte Factor™
can potentially help you create significant wealth with minor
lifestyle changes. Learn how to teach your kids about
money and how to use the new 529 college savings plans to
save for your children's college education.
Monday, October 24 (1 class), 7-8:30 pm
Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center
Instructor: Ralph Linarelli, Jr., CFP, ChFC, Linarelli &
Associates with Loesel-Schaaf Financial Advisors
$25

WOMEN

& INVESTING

Earning money is only half the equation for achieving
financial independence. Effectively putting your money to
work for you is equally important. Though the size of your
household income matters, how you manage the money you
have - to meet short-term obligations as well as long-term
goals - determines how you live today and in the future.
That's why taking control of your finances is so important.
Financial independence is achieved by taking the time to
develop a strategy! This workshop will discuss:
• Developing an investing strategy
• Planning for retirement
• Caretaking responsibilities
Edinboro University in Erie-The Porreco Center
Thursday, November 10 (1 class), 7:00-8:00 pm
Instructor: Colleen Burbules, Financial Advisor,
Wachovia Securities
$15

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Music PROGRAMS _ _ _ _ _ _
COMMUNITY

SPECIAL PROGRAMS _ _ _ _ __

Edinboro University of Pennsylvania is proud of its rich
Scottish heritage. Mark your calendars for the 14th Annual
Edinboro Highland Games on the campus of Edinboro
University May 19, 20 and 21, 2006.

Music ScttooL

Founded as the Preparatory Division by the Music
Department at Edinboro University in the 1970s, the
Edinboro University Community Music School was reborn
in 2000 with a major expansion. Its mission is to provide
music lessons to students without regard to their ability to
pay. With this in mind, the Community Music School
expanded into Erie at the Boys and Girls Club of Erie, Inc.
and at Edinboro University in Erie - The Porreco Center.
Currently, we have approximately 200 students studying a
full range of musical instruction including wind and brass
instruments, Suzuki piano, Suzuki violin, piano, strings,
guitar, percussion, Kindermusik, and the Erie Children's
Choir.
The facilities at Edinboro University in Erie -The Porreco
Center make an ideal setting for the Community Music
School. Working closely with the administrative staff at the
Porreco Center, offerings include Suzuki piano, violin, voice,
piano, and flute lessons. The Porreco Center houses a grand
piano for student use, pre- and post-lesson computers,
electronic pianos, and teaching studios. Future plans may
include a concert hall and dedicated teaching areas for
chamber music and lessons.
The Community Music School offers scholarships to over
40% of its students. To fund these activities, a generous grant
from the Boys and Girls Club of Erie, Inc. was received in
year one. Since then, fundraising efforts have included
student fees, private donations, and grants. Please contact
the Community Music School to discuss donor
opportunities. The Community Music School can be reached
at (814) 732-1357 or via e-mail at dburdick@edinboro.edu.
The Community Music School website can be found on the
Music Department website at http://www.edinboro.edu.
The staff of the Community Music School includes Dr.
Daniel Burdick, Executive Director, and Professor LeAnne
Wistrom, Administrative Director. In addition, the staff of
the Porreco Center provides crucial assistance and support
throughout the year.

INTERGENERATIONAL CENTER
Diebold Center for the Performing Arts (basement)
Edinboro University campus
Edinboro, PA
(814) 732-2244
The Intergenerational Center at Edinboro University is a
group of lifelong learners from the Edinboro area who meet
for companionship and a variety of programs/projects,
using the resources, knowledge and expertise of many
people from the campus and the community. The Center is
located in the basement of The Diebold Center for
Performing Arts (located next to Reeder Hall on Meadville
Street in Edinboro).
Coffee, conversation and card games are quiet times
available for you at the Intergenerational Center on Tuesday,
Wednesday, and Thursdays, 9:00 am to 3:30 p.m. Participate
in RSVP projects, sewing projects, book reviews, lunch and
fellowship, nurse screenings, bingo, lectures and educational
classes.
Tuesdays

9:15am
1:00pm

"Thinking out of the Ordinary"
Senior men's discussion group
Penny Bingo with the Heckers Senior
and Students

Wednesdays

1:00pm

"500 Clubs," Scrabble & other thoughtprovoking games & puzzles
4th Wed. Noon Speaker & tureen
Thursdays

9:15-11:30 am

Annual Emeritus Lecture Series open to
the public & students
1:00 pm
Conversation, Coffee and Cards
Don't want to drive to the Center, call the LIFf at 4562299. LIFf will pick you up at home; bring you to the
Center, then back home. Other Center members use the
LIFT daily. Try it; you'll like it. Parking: single event secure a visitor's pass at the Police Department in Earlley
Hall. Come to the Center daily. See Dr. Stone for a semester
pass.
Areas volunteers needed: We need your help to keep our
Center activities growing. Any skills you can
bring ... painting, sewing, game instruction, arts and crafts or
just your time for coffee and conversation. Visit the Center
for more information.

Sunday, November 6, 7:00 pm
The Penn State Erie College
A Fall Extravaganza
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14TH ANNUAL EDINBORO HIGHLAND GAMES

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PURPLE MARTIN CONSERVATION
ASSOCIATION
The Purple Martin Conservation Association is an
international, non-profit, tax-exempt organization dedicated
to the conservation of the Purple Martin (Progne subis)
species of bird through scientific research, state-of-the-art
wildlife management techniques, and public education. It is
supported by membership contributions and product sales.
The PMCA is associated with Edinboro University of
Pennsylvania through its Office of Extended Leaming,
which played a valuable role in the formation of the PMCA
and continues to provide assistance and logistical support.
Purple Martins are condo-nesting members of the
swallow family that spend their winters in Brazil and
migrate back to North American breeding grounds in the
spring, when the weather warms enough to provide flying
insects for their food. The eastern race of Purple Martins is
different from all other species of birds in that they no longer
nest in the wild. Today, east of the Rocky Mountains, they
are totally dependent on people to supply them with houses
and gourds for nesting. Unfortunately, Purple Martins are
not as common as they were a century ago. The PMCA is
working to reverse this trend.
Today, the PMCA conducts research at its colony site on
the eastern shore of Edinboro Lake, where as many as 150
pairs of martins nest each year. Over 6,000 members receive
its quarterly publication, The Purple Martin Update.
Additionally, the PMCA is in touch with over 100,000 Purple
Martin enthusiasts throughout North America. By making
accurate information on martins available to would-be
landlords, designing better martin housing systems, and by
conducting scientific research, the PMCA is working to
increase the Purple Martins' population throughout its
North American breeding range.
For more information about the Purple Martin
Conservation Association, please contact:
The Purple Martin
Conservation Association
Edinboro University of
Pennsylvania
Edinboro, PA 16444
814-734-4420
fax:814-734-5803
www.purplemartin.org

Schedule: The Center is open Tuesday through
Thursday, from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Come join us!

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BASIC SKILLS TRAINING

WORKFORCE AND ECONOMIC

Includes the teaching of a variety of basic and entry-level
skills to benefit employees and employers. Basic and entrylevel skills are defined according to the type and scope of
your business. Employees who participate must be frontline
employees and first-level supervisors. Employers must be
manufacturing and/ or technology-based businesses
including Biotech and Environmental-Tech companies.
Some of the training elements offered through the program
include:
• Communications and teamwork
• Applied mathematics and measurement
• Workplace health and safety
• Problem solving
• Quality assurance
• Business operations
• Computers
• Product and process control
• Workplace behavior skills
• Manufacturing fundamentals including some of the
following:
• Blueprint reading
• Welding, soldering
• Tooling, grinding

DEVELOPMENT NETWORK

(WEDNET) - - - -- - Guaranteed Free Training-Training Pennsylvania's
worker for a growing economy available to your company if
it meets a few simple guidelines:
• must be based in Pennsylvania or have a significant
presence in the state
• offers the employees who will partake in the program at
least 150% of the current minimum wage, excluding
benefits
• is not a point-of-sale retail business, training vendor,
government, education or nonprofit entity
• participates in the program no more than two years in a
row and three of the past five years
• begins training within five months of the grant approval
letter
• funds Available July 1
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has created the
opportunity for certain employers to train employees
through two programs offered by the Guaranteed Free
Training (GFT) Program. Area manufacturers and
companies supporting the manufacturing sector may apply.
Point~of-sale business companies are excluded.
The Information Technology Training and Basic Skills
Training programs are available to qualified in-state
businesses and out-of-state companies relocating to the
economic friendly business climate of Pennsylvania.
Qualified companies receive training provided through
the Workforce and Economic Development Network of
Pennsylvania, known as WEDnetPA. This alliance of 14
State System universities, Pennsylvania's 14 community
colleges, the Pennsylvania College of Technology and the
North Central Industrial Technical Education Center, Greater
Altoona Career and Technology Center, Lancaster County
Career and Technology Center, and the University of
Pittsburgh at Bradford offers a diverse array of training
employers need most.
The Department of Community and Economic
Development (DCED) fund this program.

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING
Includes the teaching of a variety of skills to benefit
employees and employers. A simple set of qualifications
determines which companies and employees are eligible to
receive this benefit. Specific skills are defined according to
the type and scope of your business. Employees who
participate in the program must be technical workers or
information technology professionals; frontline employees or
first-level supervisors needing applied manufacturing
technology training in a manufacturing company. Some of
the training elements offered through the program include:
• Applied manufacturing technology
• E-business / commerce
• Technology support
• Database development
• Software engineering
• Computer programming
• Network administration
• Systems analysis
• Information security
• Management information systems
• Website design and development

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Edinboro University is strongly committed to regional
workforce training. Acting as a licensed education
administrator (LEA) for area manufacturers and high-tech
companies, Edinboro University has enabled the following
firms to submit training applications for current year
funding:

Rolling Fields, Inc.
S&S Packaging Products, Inc.
Schaal Glass/ Amerail Systems
Select Specialty Hospital-Erie
Snap-Tite Hose, Inc. - Penn Division
Snap-Tite Hose, Inc. - Union City
Snap-Tite, Inc. - Erie
Snap-Tite, Inc. Fluid Components & Autoclave Engineers
Snap-Tite, Inc. Quick Disconnect & Valve Division
Snap-Tite, Inc. Solenoid Valve Division
South Erie Production Company, Inc.
Springhill/Forestview Healthcare Services
Sterling Technologies, Inc.
Suburban Tool & Die Company, Inc.
Visiting Nurse Association of Erie County
Warren Company, The
X-Cell Tool & Mold, Inc.

Accudyn Products, Inc.
Accuspec Electronics Services II
Advanced Cast Products, Inc.
Affinia Brake Parts, Inc.
American Tinning & Galvanizing Company
Arrow Electric, Inc.
Better Baked Foods, Inc.
Builders Support & Supply, Inc.
Channellock, Inc.
Community Health Net (CHN)
Environmental Coordination Services & Recycling
Erie Aviation, Inc.
Erie Ceramic Arts Company, LLC
Erie Presbyterian Lodge
Erisco Industries, Inc.
Excaliber Machine Company
Formtech Enterprises, Inc.
Fostermation, Inc.
Cohrs Printing Services, Inc.
Great Lakes Manufacturing, Inc.
Healthcare Venture Alliance
Ideal Tool Company, Inc.
Industrial Sales & Manufacturing, Inc.
Kuhn Tool & Die Company
Laser Tool, Inc.
Leech Industries, Inc.
Lincoln Foundry, Inc.
Manchester Presbyterian Lodge
Meadowbrook Dairy
Merit Tool Company
Millcreek Paramedic Service, Inc.
Modem Industries, Inc.
Molded Fiber Glass Tray Company-Linesville
Oil City Presbyterian Home
Omega Plastics, LLC
Paragon Packaging Products, Inc.
Pennlake Corporation dba R. Conrader Company
Penn-Union Corporation
Qualsystems, Inc.

This program year DCED will commit over $1.3 million
in training support to our region to enhance employee skills,
improve and retain jobs, and make our companies globally
competitive.
Find out if your company can benefit from the Basic Skills
Training or Information Technology Training programs
offered through WEDnetPA. Call Don Apel, WEDnet
Administrators, at (814) 337-7791. Funds available July 1st•

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How TO REGISTER - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -1. By Mail: Send completed registration form with
payment in full to:
Edinboro University in Erie-The Porreco Center
Office of Extended Learning
2951 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16506-4403

Name

Social Security No.

Address

Day Phone
State

City

EDINBORO UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Dr. Frank G. Pogue, President

Zip

Evening Phone

Employer Name

Payment may be in the form of:
• Check (made payable to Eclinboro University of PA)
• Money Order
• Visa, MasterCard, Discover
(include information to right)

Harry K. Thomas, Esq., Chair
(S)

2. By Phone: Call 814-836-1955 or 800-526-0121
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm

COUNCIL OF TRUSTEES

Employer Address

LOCATION

DAY

TIME

FEE

Mr. Benedict J. Miceli, Vice Chair
Mr. Harold C. Shields, Secretary

3. By Fax: Fax completed registration form to:
814-833-2085, 24 hours/day, 7 days/week

Dr. Raymond L. Dombrowski
The Honorable John R. Evans

4. In Person: Stop by our office at 2951 West 38th
Street, Erie, PA, Monday through Friday, 8 am to
4:30pm

Mr. John E. Horan
Mr. C. Richard Johnston

f OR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE PROGRAMS

Sr. Catherine M. Manning

LISTED IN THE EXTENDED LEARNING PUBLICATION.

Mrs. Virginia L. McGarvey

OR CERTIFICATE AND CONTRACT TRAINING NEEDS,
CALL

(814) 836-1955

OR

1(800) 526-0121.

Mr. John A. Pulice

Dr. Judy G. Hample, Chancellor (ex officio)

Cut here and return with payment

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There is currently one vacancy.

MAP OF THE PoRREco CENTER _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __

PRESIDENT' s EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
Dr. Richard Arnold, Associate to the President for Equity, Special Programs and Staff Development
Dr. R. Scott Baldwin, Dean of Education
Dr. Pearl Bartelt, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

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Mary Porreco Hall
(Conference and Seminar Center)

Ms. Janet Dean, University Ombudsperson and Associate Vice President for Human Resources and Faculty Relations

2. Garden House (Classrooms 1,2,3)

Dr. Donald Dilmore, Associate Vice President for University Libraries

3. Spring House
(Evening Administration Office)

Dr. Jerry Kiel, Vice President for Student Affairs and Student Success

4. Caretaker's House
(Office of Extended Learning)

Dr. Andrew Lawlor, Associate Vice President for Technology and Communications
Dr. Michael Mogavero, Vice President for Enrollment Services and University Planning
Mr. Brian Pitzer, Director of Public Relations

5. Storage

Dr. Eric Randall, Dean of Science, Management and Technology

6. Studio

Mr. Kahan Sabio, Dean of Student Life

7. Classroom4
8. Barn (Classrooms 5,6,7,8,9)
9. Carriage House (Storage)

Mr. James Sheehan, Vice President for Finance and Administration

Ms. Emily Sinsabaugh, Executive to the President for University Communications and Administrative Initiatives
Dr. Terry Smith, Dean of Liberal Arts
Mr. Bruce Whitehair, Vice President for Development and Marketing

10. Summer Cottage
11. Future Auditorium
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Dr. Mary Margaret Bevevino, Dean of Graduate Studies and Research

EDINBORO UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA

THE PORRECO CENTER

Office of Extended Leaming
2951 West 38th Street
Erie, PA 16506-4403
139000

Mr. David Obringer
LIBRARY
Baron-Forness Library

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State System of Higher Education

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