New courses starting soon at UCR Palm Desert!

New UCR Extension classes are coming to the desert! For interior design enthusiasts • Introduction to Interior Design This class covers the ABCs of creating an attractive, functional, comfortable space. Starts April 6 Section: 154-CPD-D02 Enroll now! • History of Architectural Interiors Study furniture and decoration styles in historical interiors from antiquity through the 17th century. Starts April 6 Section: 154-CPN-012 Enroll now! Get ready for Rio! • Conversational Brazilian Portuguese Whether you are traveling to Brazil for business or pleasure, this course will introduce you to the language and culture. Starts April 9  Section: 154-CPB-B02 Enroll now! Harness the power of geography • Creating a Story Map Learn how to use a simple GIS app to create sequential, place-based narratives using a series of geotagged photos (your own photos!) and captions linked to an interactive map.  Session is 1-4 p.m. May 7 Section: 154-CPG-G10 Enroll now! For leaders and managers • Communicating Effectively   Explores the techniques supervisors can use to translate technical skills and on-the-job expertise to others. Meets 5:30-8:30 p.m. April 14, 21, 28 Section: 154-MCS-015 Enroll now! • Understanding Your Role as a Supervisor Discussion topics include focusing on your strengths as a supervisor, evaluating others, offering constructive feedback, communicating directions, identifying roles and responsibilities. Meets 5:30-8:30 p.m. May 12 and 19 Section: 154-MCS-016 Enroll now! • Building High Performance Teams Discussion topics include strategies for team development, motivating others to serve as a team, determining the inner workings of the team, communication and decision making, and instilling the vision, mission and values of an organization on a team. Meets 5:30-8:30 p.m. June 2 and 9 Section: 154-MCS-017 Enroll now! Courses take place at UCR Palm Desert, 75080 Frank Sinatra Drive, Palm Desert.For more information, please call (760) 834-0800 or email us! Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area