Emeritus College
19 courses · Cuesta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026
ECOL 406 COMPOSING YOUR LIFE STORY
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.50 - 3.00 lecture hours/0.00 - 0.00 lab hours)
Presents creative approaches to telling your life story. This course engages students in the process of composing meaningful and engaging life stories, including identifying and reflecting on themes, locating records and memory treasures, and writing and other forms of life review. Participants with ongoing memoir writing projects are welcome as well as those who just beginning and would like direction and guidance. Designed for adults over 50.
ECOL 408 MUSIC APPRECIATION
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.50 - 3.00 lecture hours/0.00 - 0.00 lab hours)
Introduces students to many styles and genres of music, including Western music and music of traditions and cultures from around the world. Develops critical listening ability and enriches musical experiences with the study of genres and forms, composers, historical context and influences of a variety of musical selections. Designed for Adults 50+
ECOL 411 CREATIVE WRITING FOR SENIORS
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- 1.5 hours per week: (1.50 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours)
Introduces the writing of creative nonfiction, plays, poetry, OR short fiction. Students read and discuss published writing and workshop their own writing. This course is designed for adults over 50.
ECOL 412 BRAIN LONGEVITY: WAYS TO PRESERVE AND RESTORE MEMORY ADULTS 50+
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- 0.5 hours per week: (0.50 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours)
Designed for the adult 50+, this class will present information about brain longevity, including preventing and reversing memory loss effects of diet and physical and mental exercises; causes and treatments of Alzheimer's disease; and psychological approaches to memory preservation.
ECOL 414 ART: DRAWING
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- 1 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/1.00 - 3.00 lab hours)
Presents basic drawing as well as exploration of a variety of drawing materials and applications which will guide the student in using technique and observation skills in creative endeavors. Advanced approaches will be introduced as student skills expand. This course is designed for adults over 50.
ECOL 415 YOGA
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/0.50 - 3.00 lab hours)
Presents yoga practice to promote balance, muscle strength and stamina, which are performed at each student’s ability. Through demonstration and explanation this class introduces poses, breathing, body alignment and relaxation techniques. Students will discover how yoga promotes wellness, reduces stress and heals. Designed for adults 50+.
ECOL 423 ART: WATERCOLOR
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/0.50 - 3.00 lab hours)
Introduces watercolor fundamentals as well as using and caring for materials, color mixing and application techniques, design and composition, and developing personal creativity. Advanced Approaches will be introduced as student skills expand. This course is designed for adults over 50.
ECOL 424 ART: PAINTING
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/0.50 - 3.00 lab hours)
Introduces fundamentals of painting. This includes knowledge and care of materials, color mixing and characteristics, brush applications, composing, finishing and evaluation of art of various subjects. Advanced approaches will be introduced as student skills expand. This course is designed for adults over 50.
ECOL 425 ART APPRECIATION
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.50 - 3.00 lecture hours/0.00 - 0.00 lab hours)
Presents an historical overview of art in all its dimensions, from prehistory to the present. This course focuses on the fundamentals and aesthetics of the visual arts, as well as the major developments that shaped the evolution of art. Each class will focus on a significant artist, movement, genre or time period and will explore the history, culture and humanity present in the art. Designed for adults over 50.
ECOL 427 CREATIVE COOKING AND HEALTH EATING
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- 1 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/1.00 - 3.00 lab hours)
Presents healthful food and cooking choices that maintain optimum health for active older adults. Students learn basic concepts of nutrition as well as how to prepare tasty, flavorful and nutritious meals using fresh food from local markets. Designed for adults 50+.
ECOL 428 FILM APPRECIATION
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- 1.5 hours per week: (1.50 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours)
Studies major films to consider historical context, dramatic issues, artistic and technical objectives, and the process and elements of filmmaking. This course is designed for adults over 50.
ECOL 429 PHOTOGRAPHY: EQUIPMENT AND TECHNIQUES FOR ADULTS 50+
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- 1 hours per week: (1.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours)
Designed for the adult 50+, this class presents camera choices, in particular digital cameras; camera use; photo quality, including setting, composition and light; downloading, storing and sharing images; and documenting life events and travel.
ECOL 433 SENIOR SEMINAR
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.50 - 3.00 lecture hours/0.00 - 0.00 lab hours)
Discover the influences and connections between ideas, values and concepts on a variety of topics in areas such as health, culture, philosophy, psychology, economy, science, history, literature, current events, consumer awareness and finance. In a setting that encourages dialogue and interaction each class presents a specific subject or issue of interest to the older adult.
ECOL 434 EXPLORATIONS IN ART
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/0.50 - 3.00 lab hours)
Encourages art appreciation, self-expression and creativity in a variety of art media. Projects give students experience with different creative traditional and/or nontraditional artistic methods, design techniques, tools and materials. Each class will focus on specific media and projects. Designed for adults 50+.
ECOL 470 ADAPTED EXERCISE
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/0.50 - 3.00 lab hours)
Promotes maintenance of the physical and mental well-being of the older adult, this course is geared to increasing strength, range of motion/flexibility, balance, agility, eye/hand and foot coordination; enhancing the circulatory system; and increasing mental alertness of the older adult. Techniques are adapted to meet the needs of older adults at their various fitness levels and functional capacities.
ECOL 471 MUSIC ARTS
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/0.50 - 3.00 lab hours)
Encourages appreciation of music from different time periods and genres. Through active participation in discussions, musical reminiscence, sing-along and rhythmic activities, the older adult student will engage with a variety of music.
ECOL 472 CREATIVE ARTS
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/0.50 - 3.00 lab hours)
Provides physical and mental stimulation through engagement with a variety of art media. Designed for older adults, projects encourage expression and appreciation of art through artistic design, artistic methods, techniques, tools and materials. Eye-hand (fine motor) coordination will be utilized to develop, stimulate and enhance psycho-motor, perceptual, and cognitive skills.
ECOL 473 FUN WITH FOOD
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/0.50 - 3.00 lab hours)
Presents a large variety of food topics and activities related to the health and well being of the older adult. Diverse topics of interest such as personal experiences and cultural traditions, nutrition, consumerism, entertaining, and health and safety will be discussed.
ECOL 474 REMINISCING
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- 0.5 to 3 hours per week: (0.00 - 0.00 lecture hours/0.50 - 3.00 lab hours)
Presents various topics as a basis for reminiscing about life experiences and for recalling cultural and historical events that marked one's life.