New Short Course Program Focuses on 'Healthy Living'

This fall, Duke University Continuing Studies will offer a series of special events and short courses that will delve into the world of complementary health.

Understanding Oriental Medicine, a one-day retreat on Saturday, Sept. 23, will examine the practice of acupuncture, foundations of Chinese herbal medicine and fundamentals of Oriental nutrition. Practitioners will discuss ways of combining Eastern and Western philosophies and treatments to maximize overall care. The course is open to all and participants can earn CEU credit.

The retreat event is held in cooperation with the Duke Center for Integrative Medicine and will be held at the Steadman Building Auditorium on the Duke Center for Living campus. Lunch will be provided with explanations on how food can nourish specific body systems. Advance registration is required.

The fall line-up also includes a Sacred Sounds Workshop, Journey to the Center of the Mind course, Native American Healing class and an introductory course in aromatherapy. On Nov. 13 Japanese researcher and author Masaru Emoto will discuss his research on how molecules of water may respond to human thought and emotion and the potential impact on human health. Tickets to Emoto's lecture at the N.C. School of Science and Mathematics can be purchased through the Duke University Box Office. Call 684-4444 or purchase tickets online at www.tickets.duke.edu.

Duke's Continuing Studies Short Courses program offers convenient evening and weekend courses that are open to the public. Participants can take classes individually or participate in several Professional Certificate options.

Short Courses introduced a new section of Healthy Living courses a year ago designed to appeal to Duke students, employees and members of the wider community. "We want our course offerings to have something for everyone," said Kathy McCabe, director of Short Courses. "We would be remiss if we did not consider courses that looked at all aspects of a person's life, health and overall wellbeing."

She said the response has been positive to the new offerings.