July 11, 2002 -- The Art & Antiques Program offered by the School of Continuing Studies at the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University has enriched the lives and careers of countless individuals – browsers and professionals alike. Art and antique aficionados develop greater appreciation of and knowledge about their hobby; dealers and collectors hone their skills and expertise. Students may earn a Certificate in Art & Antiques by completing five required and four elective courses, or they may choose to take only the classes of interest to them.

Classes range from the fundamentals – including Introduction to Art & Antiques, Art History, and the Language of Style & Ornament – to an eclectic assortment of related courses in ceramics, bronzes, antique furniture, clocks, glass and jewelry. Students may learn more about art conservation, art forms of the Far East, Japanese woodblock prints and landscape painting. Learn the terminology to describe an object of art, the nomenclature of furniture parts, and methods of determining authenticity of "original prints," antique jewelry, and furniture from various periods and regions of the world. Special seminars will cover Sports Memorabilia and Establishing a Business.

The School of Continuing Studies at the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University hosts programs for adults of all ages who want to start new careers, become more productive in their present careers or just become more well-rounded by exploring new interests. Additional programs include business and entrepreneurship, equine studies, fundraising, personal computer studies, computer graphics and web design, Windows 2000 Microsoft-certified systems engineer, certified internet webmaster, continuing education for insurance professionals, medical office billing, phlebotomy certificate, paralegal and legal nurse, real estate, foreign language, English as a second language (ESL), interior design, personal financial management, photography, and writing.

Courses are tailor-made for busy adult students with offerings during days, evenings and weekends, running from single session workshops to semester-long programs. Classes in Art & Antiques begin September 23, 2002. Registration is ongoing. For additional information or to register, call the C.W. Post School of Continuing Studies at (516) 299-2236.