Saint Leo University Offering Free Online Enrichment Courses

Mary McCoy • April 28, 2020

Center for Alternative Pathway Programs, Faculty Members Presenting Classes Ranging from Backyard Birding to Quarantine Spirituality for Families

ST. LEO, FL – Saint Leo University is offering free enrichment courses to help the community during the coronavirus pandemic. Faculty members representing a variety of degree programs will teach 10 self-paced courses on an array of topics ranging from budget baking and backyard birding to quarantine spirituality for the family.

The university’s Center for Alternative Pathway Programs is offering these complimentary online courses to help individuals find respite and relaxation from the stress of the coronavirus pandemic. 

“I’ve been amazed at how quickly faculty have come together to offer these courses to the community,” said Cindy Lee, director of the Center for Alternative Pathway Programs. “These courses are a wonderful way that we can lend our expertise and help others during this trying time.”

Courses being offered include: 
  • Backyard Birding; 
  • Boost Your Immunity: Staying Healthy ‘n' Fit in Isolation;
  • Budget Baking;
  • Effective Strategies for Working Remotely;
  • From Pantry to Garden: Planting Dried Beans;
  • Happy Little Art Activities;
  • Keeping a Naturalist Diary;
  • Quarantine Spirituality for the Family;
  • Stress Management for Health Care Professionals; and, 
  • Stress Management for Youth.
Complete course descriptions can be found at https://info.online.saintleo.edu/capps-community-courses.

“In these challenging times, we at Saint Leo University wanted to do something to give back to the community,” said President Jeffrey D. Senese. “’Community’ is one of Saint Leo’s core values, and we thoroughly embrace the idea of serving others. Our hope is that these free courses will enrich people’s lives and help them during this trying time.”

To find out more, email [email protected] or call (877) 815-4996. 

About Saint Leo University
Saint Leo University is one of the largest Catholic universities in the nation, offering nearly 60 undergraduate and graduate-level degree programs to more than 19,500 students each year. Founded in 1889 by Benedictine monks, the private, nonprofit university is known for providing a values-based education to learners of all backgrounds and ages in the liberal arts tradition. Saint Leo is regionally accredited and offers a residential campus in the Tampa Bay region of Florida, 32 education centers in seven states, and an online program for students anywhere. The university is home to more than 95,000 alumni. Learn more at saintleo.edu. 

Media Contact: Mary McCoy, University Writer & Media Relations, [email protected], (352) 588-7118 or cell (813) 610-8416

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