The Evergreen State College

Evening and Weekend Studies Program

Grays Harbor College

Winter 2007

TRANSFORMING RELATIONSHIPS

2 credits

Faculty Class Schedule

Dr. Simona Sharoni Friday, Feb. 2, 6-10 PM

Tel: 360-402-5558 Saturday, Feb. 3, 10AM-6PM

Email: Simona.sharoni@gmail.com Sunday, Feb. 4, 10 AM – 6PM

http://www.simonasharoni.com

I. Description

In this dynamic workshop, students will learn basic theories and skills designed both to analyze and to transform challenging relationships. We will focus on romantic/intimate relationships, relationships between parents and children and relationships in the workplace. We will learn to pay particular attention to the interplay between interpersonal dynamics and the structural conditions that may affect them. Along these lines, we will examine ways of coping with stress, financial hardship, sexism, racism, homophobia and other systems of discrimination.

II. Readings:

Short articles and handouts on workshop’s webpage at: http://simonasharoni.com/Pages/workshops.html

III. Requirements:

1. Full Attendance & Active participation

2. Reflective Essay (3-5 pages)

3. Self-evaluation

4. Faculty evaluation