This session will introduce the fundamentals of generative AI, including how models create content, their potential applications, and ethical considerations to ensure responsible use. Participants will gain hands-on experience with popular tools, such as ChatGPT, to better understand AI's capabilities and limitations. The presentation is aimed at those who are novice AI users. The workshop will be held on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at the Corry Higher Education Council from 5:30p-7p. The cost to register is $10. To register, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405. 

This introductory course is designed for individuals with little to no prior experience with Microsoft Excel. Participants will learn the fundamental skills necessary to create, edit, format, and manage spreadsheets efficiently. The class covers key features including:

-Navigating the Excel interface and understanding workbook structure

-Entering and organizing data in worksheets

-Basic formulas and functions (SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, etc.)

-Formatting cells for readability (fonts, colors, borders, number formats)

-Using basic charts and visualizations

-Sorting and filtering data

-Saving, printing, and sharing workbooks

Through guided instruction and hands-on exercises, students will gain confidence in using Excel for everyday tasks, whether for personal use, education, or professional settings.

This two-part class will be held on Tuesday, July 29 and Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 4p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to register is $45. To register for the class, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405. 

Owner/Manager Training is offered and required by the PA Liquor Control Board as part of the Responsible Alcohol Management Program (RAMP), which focuses on those individuals most responsible for determining daily operations and policies of the licensed establishment — the owner and manager.  Complete training requirements and licensing information can be found on lcb.pa.gov. This local training session will be offered on Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 8:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Corry Higher Education Council. All sessions are free and require registration on the PLCB website at https://www.lcb.pa.gov 

The purpose of this workshop is to walk through the 4 steps of completing a successful interview: preparation, practice, presentation, post-interview. Review ways to practice and prepare for an interview, polish the way you will present yourself, and perfect your post-interview follow-up. Presented by: PA CareerLink

The free workshop will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2025, from 1:30p-2:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405. 

In this session, participants will learn how to articulate their values to themselves and others. In addition, participants will learn how to research their target salary, highlight their accomplishments, and find the right words to negotiate for better benefits and pay. Participants will be empowered with a renewed sense of confidence and gain skills to advocate for themselves in the workplace. The session also addresses the gender pay gap and ways in which to eliminate it, but participants of any gender would benefit from attending. 

This free presentation will be held on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, from 12p-2p at the Corry Hi-Ed. To register, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405.

Join us in another civic-directed conversation at the Corry Higher Education Council to have a non-partisan, objective discussion highlighting Executive Orders and the current political climate most impacting the nation. Dr. Jeffrey Bloodworth of Gannon University will be objectively answering questions on the meaning and implications of recent political actions. Ask questions and gain insight into the changing political landscape in a judgement-free, non-partisan space that relies on civics and facts to explain current executive orders and current political topics as they happen. If you have questions about current executive orders that you would like addressed during the discussion, please email them ahead of time to kdahl@corryhied.org. 

This discussion will take place on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, from 6p – 7p at the Corry Hi-Ed, and will be a part of monthly discussions regarding executive orders and political climate. This is a free event to attend, but pre-registration is required by calling 814-664-9405 or going online to www.corryhied.org. Future dates will be announced soon!

Jeff Bloodworth is a writer & professor of American political history in the School of Public Service & Global Affairs at Gannon University (Erie, PA). He has published widely on post-1960s liberalism and conservatism. He is currently midway through a biography of Speaker Carl Albert, who presided as Majority Leader during the 1960s and as Speaker during Watergate. Heartland Liberal is under contract with the University of Oklahoma Press.

This beginner-level course introduces participants to the essential tools and techniques of Microsoft PowerPoint, equipping them to create clear and engaging presentations. No prior experience is required. Participants will learn how to:

-Navigate the PowerPoint interface and understand slide structure

-Create, design, and organize presentation slidesInsert and format text, images, shapes, and charts

-Apply design themes, transitions, and animations

-Use slide layouts and templates effectively

-Prepare and run a slideshow with speaker notes

-Save, share, and print presentations

The course includes step-by-step instruction and hands-on practice to help learners build professional-quality presentations for school, work, or personal use.

This two-part class will be held on Tuesday, August 19 and Thursday, August 21, 2025, from 4p-7p at the Corry Higher Education Council. The cost to register is $45. To register for the class, please visit the Corry Hi-Ed website at www.corryhied.org or call 814-664-9405. 

Presented by the Autism Society of Northwestern PA, Executive Director Tish Barlett offers an informative and insightful training session designed for families, caretakers, and community members who want to learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Participants will gain a deeper understanding of Autism, including its communication, sensory, and behavioral aspects. We will explore various traits associated with the Autism spectrum and provide practical strategies for supporting individuals with ASD.

Topics covered include an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder, understanding communication challenges and strategies, sensory sensitivities and how they effect behavior, behavioral traits and coping mechanisms, ways to support individuals with Autism in daily life, and accessing resources and getting help. 

By the end of this session, participants will have a greater understanding and acceptance of Autism Spectrum Disorder, empowering them to provide better support to individuals with ASD in their families, communities, and beyond. Join us to increase your knowledge, understanding, and ability to make a positive difference in the lives of those with Autism.

The free training will be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, from 6p-7:30p at the Corry Higher Education Council. To register, please visit www.corryhied.org or call 814.664.9405.