Please note: Classes that are required are listed with a red title and asterisk.
* Writing and Citing: How to Not Plagiarize Credits: 1 Level: 1 Instructor: "Instructor Ferraz" Class Description:
Much of the classwork in the Grey School of Wizardry involves writing essays. Wizards are scholars; reading and writing are our two most fundamental skills. This class instructs you on how to write your essays ethically and honestly by avoiding plagiarism, and how to cite your sources correctly.
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: 1 week, if that Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
History and Culture of the Indigenous Peoples of the Americas Credits: 1 Level: 1 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
History and Culture of the Indigenous Peoples of the Americas!
The first Americans have a rich history of magickal teachings and spiritual practices and deep spiritual connections to the earth. Their teachings have inspired many practices within the magickal community. However, we often approach these with an inaccurate and romanticized view of history, a lack of understanding of the bitter trauma inflicted on the first Americans in the past, and the incredible poverty that remains in many areas. We similarly overlook the incredible resilience, courage, and accomplishments of their descendants. This class provides a brief introduction to history and culture from the point of view of those who lived here prior to the European colonization of the Americas. While this class can only skim the surface of this subject, it can help you to approach the wealth of knowledge that is available in these traditions, with appropriate humility and respect.
Course Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to
Consider the issue of the identity of the decedents of the first Americans.
Discover myths and inaccuracies in our view of indigenous Americans.
Learn about indigenous leaders, both past and present.
Develop an awareness of ethics, cultural sensitivity, and understand cultural appreciation vs culture appropriation.
Develop an ethic for incorporating spiritual resources into your own practice in an appropriate way.
Required Materials:
Access to the Internet for various materials used in the class
Estimated Completion Time: 4 to 6 weeks Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
Information Literacy for Wizards Credits: 3 Level: 1 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
21st century wizards,
like all people, need to be equipped with the skills to locate, evaluate, and
utilize information for various purposes. How do you research a topic? How do
you know if information is factual? How do you know if you can trust a given
webpage, book, or person? This class provides basic tools and techniques for
navigating these issues.
Required Materials: None Estimated Completion Time: 1 month Prerequisites: Writing and Citing: How Not to Plagiarize
Safety Precautions: None
Included Lessons:
Shadowlore 100: Creatures of the Night Credits: 3 Level: 1 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
In this class you will be re-introduced to several creatures of lore and legend whom you have likely encountered before, whether through movies, books, or ghost stories told while sitting around a campfire. Specifically, we shall turn our attention to a spooky selection that includes ghosts, demons, vampires, werewolves, and zombies
So You Want to be a Grey Wizard? Credits: 3 Level: 1 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
Lore is all about the collection, cultivation, and dissemination of knowledge. It covers a broad range of areas, from myth and legend to archaeology and history. Lorekeepers are also storytellers, both of existing stories and creating new ones. This class will give you a brief overview of all the things that go into being a Lorekeeper. It will also help you to understand the role of the Lorekeeper in the wider world. Lorekeepers take on a variety of roles, depending on their training and interests. You will find them as professors/teachers, as archaeologists, anthropologists, and historians. You may also find them working in libraries and archives, or doing preservation and restoration work. Lastly, you will find Lorekeepers among the novelists, the scriptwriters, and the directors, helping to make new mythology and open the doors to new (or past) worlds. The assignments are practical. Your objective will be to decide how you can continue to explore this exciting field.
The purpose of this class is to help you to:
Learn about the many sources and types of Lore, about those who make a career as Lorekeepers, how Lore is created, and how it is preserved.
Identify which of your current interests are or could be related to an interest in Lore.
Complete a self-assessment of your skills and decide what you might like to learn and plan how to go about that.
Put everything together and make a plan using SMART goals*.
You may find that you are just interested in following one particular area in Lore for a little further study or perhaps you are ready to dive in and make this a career. Only you can decide where this path will lead. Enjoy!
*SMART goals are:
Specific: Clearly define you will do.
Measurable: State your goals in such a way that you will know when you have successfully completed them.
Achievable: Be sure that your goals are something you can accomplish
Relevant: Make sure that your goals are related to your overall plan
Time-Bound: Plan when you can realistically finish your goal in a realistic amount of time.
The Mythic Feminine Credits: 3 Level: 1 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
Most of the great stories tell of the adventures of heroines, who journeyed on legendary quests, had wonderful adventures, and accomplished amazing things. Many of these people actually lived, though the tales of their deeds grew in the telling! In this class, we will take a look at the Heroine’s Journey and at a few different types of heroines, along with examples of each.
The Mythic Masculine Credits: 2 Level: 1 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
Most of the great stories tell of the adventures of heroes, who journeyed on legendary quests, had wonderful adventures, and accomplished amazing things. Many of these people actually lived, though the tales of their deeds grew in the telling! In this class, we will take a look at the Hero’s Journey and at a few different types of heroes, along with examples of each.
Wizards of History 101: Archaic Credits: 2 Level: 1 Instructor: "Headmaster Kingsley" Class Description:
Have you ever wondered how Wizards of the ancient past lived, what they thought, and what their times were like? The goal of this class is to provide the student of Wizardry with a glimpse into the ancient history of magick. By the time you finish this class, you will have explored the life, accomplishments, and wisdom of famous Wizards who lived at the dawn of recorded history.
Wizards of History 101: Archaic In-Person Class - This class is not accepting students at this time. Credits: 2 Level: 1 Instructor: "Headmaster Kingsley" Class Description:
Have you ever wondered how Wizards of the ancient past lived, what
they thought, and what their times were like? The goal of this class is
to provide the student of Wizardry with a glimpse into the ancient
history of magick. By the time you finish this class, you will have
explored the life, accomplishments, and wisdom of famous Wizards who
lived at the dawn of recorded history.
*This is an in-person class offered at the Physical Campus in Whitehall, NY. Watch the forums for announcements pertaining to opportunities to take this class in person.*
Required Materials:
None
Estimated Completion Time: 1 day Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
Wondrous Stories 101: Introduction to Myths and Legends Credits: 2 Level: 1 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
In the Western world, what are called the “Classic myths” are stories of mainly Greek origin that have been adopted and passed down by the Romans. A few myths of Egyptian, Middle Eastern, and Celtic origin have also found their way into our Western heritage. Here we will explore the common themes of Classic mythology, and share a few favorite stories.
Required Materials: Estimated Completion Time: 1-2 weeks Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions: Included Lessons:
Wondrous Stories 102: More Myths and Legends Credits: 3 Level: 1 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
In the Western world, what are called the “Classic myths” are stories
of mainly Greek origin that have been adopted and passed down by the
Romans. A few myths of Egyptian, Middle Eastern, and Celtic origin have
also found their way into our Western heritage. Here we will explore more popular stories.
Required Materials:
None
Estimated Completion Time: 1-2 weeks Prerequisites:
Completion of "Wondrous Stories 101: Introduction to Myths and Legends."
Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
A Wizard of Earthsea: Literature 201 Credits: 1 Level: 2 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:Class Description: This is the first class in the “Earthsea Trilogy” Course. In this book, we meet the young wizard Sparrowhawk, who will become one of Earthsea’s greatest wizards. Hungry for power and knowledge, Sparrowhawk tampers with dark secrets. He looses a terrible shadow on the world, which he must then tame.
Required Materials: Estimated Completion Time: Prerequisites: Safety Precautions: Included Lessons:
Ancient Games - This class is not accepting students at this time. Credits: 2 Level: 2 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
This class is not accepting new students at this time.
People have been playing games for at least several thousand years. Of course, they were not computer games like we play today. Instead, they were board games and games that exercised the brain. In this class, you will learn about the history of some of these ancient games, and will also be able to learn how to play them. For most of the games, there are even interactive internet versions available to accommodate the more modern mindset.
Required Materials:
Some craft materials as listed in the individual lessons (total cost: less than $5.00).
Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Excellence and Ethics in Writing Credits: 3 Level: 2 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
As a Grey School student, you’re facing a LOT of writing. As you progress in your education—both magical and mundane—the ability to compose a good paper will become imperative. Having a healthy vocabulary and a way with words is a good start, but that’s only part of the task! This class focuses on organization, effective research techniques, discerning the reliable resources from the shady ones, avoiding plagiarism, and citing your sources correctly.
Required Materials:
Textbook: The Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard
Estimated Completion Time: 4-6 weeks Prerequisites:
Completion of Writing and Citing: How to Not Plagiarise (Lore, L1).
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Have you ever looked up and
seen strange creatures clinging to the sides of buildings, or balancing atop
church spires? Have you wondered what they were doing, what they symbolized,
who made them, and how they got there? Join me as we take a tour through the
land of the Gargoyle. You’ll explore everything from the symbolism to the
construction to the meaning and magick of this splendid art form.
Required Materials:
Gargoyles- From the Archives of the Grey School of Wizardry, by
Susan Pesznecker. This is available inexpensively online or as a Kindle book. This book will be used for
all of the classes in the “Gargoyles” series. (At this time, the book is not
available from Magick Alley)
Listening to Legends 201: The Silmarillion Credits: 2 Level: 2 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
You will listen to *or* read The Silmarillion by JRR Tolkien. It is a creation tale of five stories: Ainulindalë, the harmonic and discordant music of the Ainur and the manifestation of Arda; Valaquenta, the tale of the Valar, describing each of the Powers; Quenta Silmarillion, history until the First Age; Akallabêth, the Second Age, with the rise and fall of Númenor; Of the Rings of Power and the Third Age, recounting the Rings of Power and the War of the Ring. These colossal tales -- orchestrated by Primordial Wizards -- also depict races (Elves, Men, Dwarves, Ents, Orcs, and more!) and power struggles between the dark and light; the free and enslaved; plus the perpetrators and watchers. This is an excellent class for students who learn best by listening, and for those developing their listening skills, which is important for all colors of magick.
Required Materials:
Journal or notepad with writing implements, The Silmarillion by
JRR Tolkien, which you can read in paperback version. (Houghton
Mifflin; 2 edition, April 2001)*or* listen to via audiobook, which you
may purchase instead. In such case, you will need: a computer connected to cable internet with web access, MP3 player (in your computer, MS media player or Apple media player) access.
Estimated Completion Time: 4 - 6 weeks Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Mastabas, Pyramids, and Mausoleums - This class is not accepting students at this time. Credits: 2 Level: 2 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
This class is not accepting new students at this time.
The class will cover a variety of final resting places for human remains. From partially hidden earthy mastabas to ostentatious mausoleums, several cultures have found ways to commemorate the final resting place of their "rich and famous" for eternity. The class will cover the historical aspects of famous sites, but will not delve deeply into aspects of funerary rites.
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
The class contains a couple of images of skulls and bones. Viewer discretion is advised.
Included Lessons:
Seven Wonders of the World 201 Credits: 2 Level: 2 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
In this class we will explore the classical “Seven Wonders of Antiquity” as well as a number of other sculptures and buildings that deserve to be considered “Wonders”, as well.
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: about one month Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
The History of the Ogham Credits: 3 Level: 2 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
This class is an academic look at the history of the ogham. Starting with an overview of the ogham, this class focuses on the *real* uses of the ogham and shows many examples of those uses. It also includes sections on resources for research and working with the Old Irish found in the extant examples.
Required Materials:
The book, “Ogham: The Secret Language of the
Druids" by Rev. Skip Ellison is required reading for this
course. ISBN - 097656811X. It can be ordered through all the major book
distributors and Amazon.
Much of the class is based on online resources, but if you can read the books in lesson 2 on source materials, it will be a plus and will greatly improve your understanding of the oghams!
The Other Worlds Credits: 2 Level: 2 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
We live in a multiverse of infinite worlds and possibilities. In addition to the Mundane world we inhabit with our physical bodies and share with each other, there are non-physical or astral realms of Dream, Myth, Imagination and Story. Some of these are also shared with others, and some we may have all to ourselves. In this Class, we will explore the some of these non-physical worlds. In this class, we can do such things as visit the world tree, ride on the back of the Great Turtle, and even descend into Hell and return! (See Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard, pp. 303-309)
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
Observe all normal safety precautions.
Included Lessons:
The Others Credits: 2 Level: 2 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:THE OTHERS (1+) (See Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard, pp. 318-322) Class Description: Today there is only one species of humanity on the planet—homo sapiens sapiens. However, in former times there were other humanoid species as well—and some people consider that remnants may still survive. But even among members of our own human species, there can be a greater range of physical forms than most people realize. In this Class we will learn of some of these “Others.”
Required Materials:Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard Estimated Completion Time: about one month Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Wizards of History 201: Classical Credits: 3 Level: 2 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
The objective of this class is to provide the student of Wizardry with the basic understanding of the history of magick and the people in it. By the time you finish this class, you will have explored the life, accomplishments, and wisdom of famous Wizards who lived in the time known as Classical.
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Wondrous Stories 201: The Blessings of Bragi Credits: 2 Level: 2 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
You may be wondering why this class is called “The Blessings of Bragi”. Bragi is the name of a poet from Norse history as well as the name of the Norse deity of poets. Most of the Norse gods were warriors, but Bragi was a lore keeper. Bragi is remembered for his wit, wisdom, command of poetic language, and his ability to tell a story. These are very desirable qualities for any wizard. It is particularly important that a lore keeper, like Bragi, be a master of myth and legend. This skill is difficult to master and the wizard who has done so may be said to have received the
"Blessings of Bragi." In this class, you will study myths and legends, learn about where they come from, and examine why they are important to a lore keeper.
Course Objectives:
At the end of this course, the student will be able to
explain the terms "archetype", "myth", "motif", and "legend",
Identify and describe at least five mythic themes and archetypes,
describe how a chosen work of modern fiction may parallel an ancient myth,
explain why classical myths are popular topics in comic books and games,
describe the importance of myths and legends to a lore keeper, and
explain why the “Blessings of Bragi” may be sought by a lore keeper.
Required Materials:
Zell-Ravenheart, Oberon. Grimoire
for the Apprentice Wizard. Franklin Lakes, NJ: New Page Books, 2004. Print.
Optional: Zell-Ravenheart, Oberon. Companion for the Apprentice Wizard. Franklin Lakes, NJ: New Page Books, 2006. Print.
Wondrous Stories 203: Nature Spirits Credits: 2 Level: 2 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
The Children of Mother Earth are the Nature Spirits. The Red, the Green, and the Grey represent the Queendoms of the Living World. Devas and Faeries are also personifications of the Soul of Nature. Here is an introduction to some of them, and some magickal things you can make in their honor. This class also requires certain craft projects which require such supplies as hardening modeling clay, and floral wire.
Required Materials:Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard (see pp. 63-80) and Companion for the Apprentice Wizard by Oberon Zell-Ravenheart. Basic craft supplies such as self-hardening modeling clay, floral wire, real or artificial flowers, and cloth, gauze, or nylon stockings.
Estimated Completion Time: One month Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
Death Lore 300 Credits: 3 Level: 3 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:This class explores cultural practices and beliefs about death, across cultures and
across times. We will take a look at the various ways that we as a species have
come to terms with this final journey.
Lost Worlds 301: Intro to Archaeology Credits: 3 Level: 3 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
‘Time, the endless frontier. This is the element of the archaeologist. Their mission? To explore lost worlds and lost civilizations. To boldly go where no man has gone for thousands of years.’ This class will cover the history of archaeology, dating techniques, archaeological excavations, and an overview of experimental archaeology, underwater archaeology, and the ethics of archaeological work. Come, let’s walk through the corridors of time and explore humanity’s past. This class is the prerequisite to Cradles of Civilizations, Old World Archaeology and New World Archaeology.
Required Materials: Estimated Completion Time: 4-6 weeks Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
You have doubtlessly heard of mummies and seen pictures of them. The common image that comes to mind is, of course, that of an Egyptian mummy, wrapped in many layers of bandages, covered with a golden mask, placed in a heavy sarcophagus, and interred inside a pyramid. These, however, are not the only mummies in existence. In fact, many cultures have produced mummies, including the Incas, Japanese, Chinese, Aztecs, and even northern Europeans. Some were accidental while others part of religious practices including human sacrifice.
In this class, you will have the opportunity to study various practices and to learn about some of the most interesting mummies in existence. The optional experiments will give you the opportunity to try most of these techniques using an apple. To complete the course, you will need to write three essays and a final exam.
Course Objectives
To become familiar with some of the world’s mummies.
To become familiar with the most common techniques of mummification.
To learn about the underlying beliefs regarding mummification.
To learn about accidental and intentional mummification.
Optional: To experiment with the various mummification techniques and creating your own “mummies” using apples.
Required Materials:
None
Materials for Optional Mummification Experiments
Several apples
Several small containers, such a plastic drinking cups
Baking powder (about 1/3 cup)
Clean, dry sand (about 2 cups)
Canning and pickling OR kosher salt (about 2 cups) Regular table salt had added chemicals which may alter the outcome of the experiments.
Peat Moss (about 1 cup)
Small glass or metal baking dish
Small strainer or mesh frame (a cheap picture frame without the glass, covered with gauze or cheese cloth, works well)
Youth students must have adult supervision in order to complete the optional experiments for this class.
Some of the images of mummies may be disturbing.
Viewer’s discretion is advised.
Included Lessons:
Seven Wonders 301: Cave Art, Murals, Sculptures Credits: 2 Level: 3 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
In this class, you will learn about cave art, murals and sculptures that can be considered “Wonders of the World”.
Course objectives:
a. To become familiar with cave art
b. To become familiar with famous sculptures
c. To learn some of the environmental influences that threaten the artwork’s survival
d. To learn some of the UNESCO Heritage of Mankind
e. To use your knowledge to compile your own list of 7 Wonders of Cave Art and Sculptures
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: about one moth Prerequisites:
Seven Wonders of the World 201.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Wizards of History 301: Medieval Credits: 3 Level: 3 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
The goal of this class is to provide the student of Wizardry with the basic understanding of the history of magick and the people in it. By the time you finish this class, you will have explored the life, accomplishments, and wisdom of famous Wizards that lived in the medieval period.
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
Wizards of History 201: Classical
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Folklore 401: Introduction to Narrative Forms Credits: 3 Level: 4 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
Folklore comprises the unrecorded traditions of a people. It takes a wide variety of forms. One of the most common—narrative folklore—includes myths, legends, and folktales. By learning a systematic approach to narrative folklore, the student will embrace and decipher the folklore of various peoples and will gain insight into what people believe is important enough to preserve from one generation to the next, and from one person to another. Finally, the student will consider this knowledge regarding its magickal applications.
Course Objectives
To understand the scholarly definition of folklore.
To consider the study of folklore.
To understand what is mean by “narrative folklore.”
To differentiate myth, legend, folktale, and ballad, in scholarly terms.
To work with concepts of a motif, trickster, and tale-cycle.
To consider how these concepts support learning wizardry.
Required Materials:
Zell-Ravenheart, Oberon. Companion for the Apprentice Wizard. Franklin Lakes, NJ: New Page Books, 2006. Print.
Zell-Ravenheart, Oberon. Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard. Franklin Lakes, NJ: New Page Books, 2004. Print.
Jediism 401: Introduction to Jedi Knighthood - This class is not accepting students at this time. Credits: 2 Level: 4 Instructor: "Headmaster Kingsley" Class Description:
This class introduces the requirements for becoming a Jedi Knight. You will be given some examples of how others have accomplished this; what it means to be a knight. I will assign projects that can be considered basic “tests” along your path to becoming a Jedi Knight with the goal of ultimately becoming a master.
The class will also cover some Jedi philosophy, religious aspects, and hands on techniques that Jedi Knights can use. In this regard, the class acts as a pointer to other resources available for further investigation and work.
Class Lessons:
1.Introduction and Syllabus
2.What it means to be a Knight
3.Becoming a Knight
4.Jedi Philosophy and Religion
5.Scientific Backing
6.Dealing with Sith and Other Practical Applications
7.Conclusion and Final Exam
Required Materials:
Access to the Internet
Estimated Completion Time: 6 to 8 weeks Prerequisites:
Wizards of the Force (L4)
Safety Precautions:
X
Included Lessons:
Lost Worlds 401: Cradles of Civilization Credits: 3 Level: 4 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
‘Time,
the endless frontier. This is the element of the archaeologist.
Their mission? To explore lost worlds and lost civilizations. To
boldly go where no man has gone for thousands of years.’ This
class will cover the earliest beginnings of human history. Come,
let’s walk through the corridors of time and explore humanity’s
past.
Required Materials:
Access
to a copy of the book 'Epic
of Gilgamesh' and
access to a copy of the movie 300.
Nomadic Wizards: Literature 403 Credits: 3 Level: 4 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
As you read through the book associated with this class—a work of fiction entitled Nomadic Wizards—you'll take a literary journey through the experiences of a proud nomadic people. You'll find that wizards may have great powers, but that those who would be the greatest among them must understand where and when the elements of knowledge, wisdom, and leadership play their respective parts.
The magickal adventures encountered by this group of young wizards may take volumes to recount. This first telling of their mystical discoveries stands as a strong introduction for those who may want to learn more about these industrious mortal creators.
This class requires the writing of 11 essays that correspond with the reading of the book.
Required Materials:
Nomadic
Wizards (eBook or paperback copy may be purchased for keeping in
your personal library). The book is also available to borrow from Amazon Unlimited at no charge.
Zell-Ravenheart,
Oberon. Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard.
Franklin Lakes, NJ: New Page Books, 2004. Print.
Seven Wonders 401: Secular Buildings Credits: 2 Level: 4 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
In the class Seven Wonders of the World 201 you learned about the Seven World Wonders of Antiquity. Two of those structures were sculptures, the Colossus at Rhodes and the Statue of Zeus at Olympia and additional sculptures as well as cave art and murals were covered in the class Seven Wonders of the World 301. A couple of the Wonders, the Hanging Gardens at Babylon and the Lighthouse at Alexandria, were secular buildings. In this class, we will learn about secular buildings through the ages. You will become familiar with a variety of buildings ranging from canals to bridges, palaces to aqueducts and ultimately compile you own list of Seven Wonders of secular buildings. The classes Seven Wonders of the World 201 and 301 are prerequisites for this class.
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: about one month Prerequisites:
Seven Wonders of the World 201; Seven Wonders 301: Cave Art, Murals, Sculptures
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Wizards of History 401: Early Modern Credits: 3 Level: 4 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
The goal of this class is to provide the student of Wizardry with the basic understanding of the history of magick and the people in it. By the time you finish this class, you will have explored the life, accomplishments, and wisdom of famous Wizards who lived in the Early Modern time period.
Required Materials:Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard, Companion for the Apprentice Wizard Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Wizards of the Force (Formerly Jedi Wizards) - This class is not accepting students at this time. Credits: 3 Level: 4 Instructor: "Headmaster Kingsley" Class Description:Star Wars is a mythic adventure story of the Jedi Order, who strive to promote peace and instill justice in the Star Wars universe. This class will explore the Jedi as futuristic Wizards who use the Force to battle against the Sith.
Required Materials:
There will be several books to read, most of them very short, and a movie to watch. All required texts should be available through your local library.
Specifically, the following reading assignments are part of the class:
Jude Watson’s Legacy of the Jedi
At least three books of Jude Watson’s the Jedi Apprentice series. You must read #1 The Rising Force,#7 The Captive Temple, and #14 The Ties that Bind. Additional reading is encouraged, not required.
• #1 The Rising Force
• #2 The Dark Rival
• #3 The Hidden Past
• #4The Mark of the Crown
• #5 The Defenders of the Dead
• #6 The Uncertain Path
• #7 The Captive Temple
• #8 The Day of Reckoning
• #9 The Fight for Truth
• #10 The Shattered Peace
• #11 The Deadly Hunter
• #12 The Evil Experiment
• #13 The Dangerous Rescue
• #14 The Ties That Bind
• #15 The Death of Hope
• #16 The Call to Vengeance
• #17 The Only Witness
• #18 The Threat Within
At least three books of Jude Watson’s the Jedi Quest series. You must read #1 The Way of the Apprentice, #7 The Moment of Truth, and #10 The Final Showdown. Additional reading is encouraged, not required.
• Path to Truth
• #1 The Way of the Apprentice
• #2 The Trail of the Jedi
• #3 The Dangerous Games
• #4 The Master of Disguise
• #5 The School of Fear
• #6 The Shadow Trap
• #7 The Moment of Truth
• #8 The Changing of the Guard
• #9 The False Peace
• #10 The Final Showdown
Star Wars movie: Revenge of the Sith.
Matthew Stover's Shatterpoint, A Clone War Novel
Estimated Completion Time: Estimated time for completion: 4-6 weeks Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Archetypes 501: Introduction Credits: 2 Level: 5 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
An introduction to archetypes. This class examines archetypes in both their psychological and magickal contexts. Material includes an overview of the works of Carl Jung and Joseph Campbell as well as discussions regarding archetypes in classical mythology and modern media. Several common archetypes are examined in detail. Students will be expected to complete five essays of approximately two pages in length each and a multiple choice final exam. No additional texts are required but there will be a small amount of additional online reading.
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Folklore 501: Land Lore of the Cascade Range Credits: 3 Level: 5 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
Folklore comprises the stories and traditions of a people, and often tells the story of the creation of a people or of the place in which they live. In this class, we will study the stories told by aboriginal peoples of the Pacific Northwest (United States), comparing the people's creation myths and legends with the actual geology of the place. After doing so, we will consider the real and mystical aspects of “place” and the importance of storytelling.
Required Materials: Estimated Completion Time: 4-6 weeks Prerequisites:
Folklore 401: Introduction to Narrative Forms
Safety Precautions: Included Lessons:
Lost Worlds 501: Old World Archaeology - This class is not accepting students at this time. Credits: 3 Level: 5 Instructor: Class Description:
‘Time,
the endless frontier. This is the element of the archaeologist.
Their mission? To explore lost worlds and lost civilizations. To
boldly go where no man has gone for thousands of years.’ This
class will cover the archaeology of Europe, Africa and Asia. Come,
let’s walk through the corridors of time and explore humanity’s
past.
Required Materials:
Access to a hardcopy and online library and access to a copy of the movie Alexander (2004, directed by Oliver Stone).
Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
Completion
of Lost Worlds 301: Introduction to Archaeology
Safety Precautions: Included Lessons:
Seven Wonders 501: Religious Buildings Credits: 2 Level: 5 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
In the class Seven Wonders of the World 201 you learned about the Seven World Wonders of Antiquity. Two of those structures were sculptures, the Colossus at Rhodes and the Statue of Zeus at Olympia and additional sculptures as well as cave art and murals were covered in the class Seven Wonders of the World 301. A couple of the Wonders, the Hanging Gardens at Babylon and the Lighthouse at Alexandria, were secular buildings and additional secular buildings were covered in the class Seven Wonders of the World 401. The remaining buildings of the Seven Wonders of Antiquity, the Great Pyramid, the Artemis Temple at Ephesus and the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, were religious buildings. In this class, we will learn about other religious buildings through the ages. You will become familiar with a variety of buildings ranging from tombs to temples, churches to medicine wheels and ultimately compile you own list of Seven Wonders of religious buildings. The classes Seven Wonders of the World 201, 301, and 401 are prerequisites for this class. This is the last class in the course, and the final exam of the course will consist of compiling your own list of “Seven Wonders of the World”.
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: about one month Prerequisites:
Seven Wonders of the World 201; Seven Wonders 301: Cave Art, Murals, Sculptures; Seven Wonders 401: Secular Buildings
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Shapers of History 501: Richelieu Credits: 2 Level: 5 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
Grey Wizards are the keepers of lore and history. This class will take an in-depth look at the life of one of history’s most influential people- L’Eminence Rouge, Cardinal Armand de Richelieu.
Wizardly Tales of Ancient Wales 501 Credits: 2 Level: 5 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
Wizards, in general, are consummate storytellers. In so doing, they provide lessons for those whom they pretend to entertain and preserve the lore and history of cultures long passed or passing through. It is always helpful, therefore, to have access to meaningful stories which we may learn and tell others during our life journeys. The Mabinogion is probably the one of the most important cycles of stories of ancient Celtic culture and is thought by many to form some of the groundwork for many Arthurian legends. This class covers branches I and II of the Mabinogion and is a prerequisite for Wizardly Tales of Ancient Wales II. Passing this course requires the successful completion of 6 essays, plus a multiple choice final exam.
Required Materials:
Access to the stories in the Mobinogion. This can be either through the many different versions published or through web sources, such as www.sacred-texts.com,http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/mab/index.htm. Estimated Completion Time: 1 month Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
Wizards of History 501: Scientific Revolution Credits: 3 Level: 5 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
The goal of this class is to provide the student of Wizardry with the basic understanding of the history of magick and the people in it. By the time you finish this class, you will have explored the life, accomplishments, and wisdom of famous Wizards who lived during the age known as the Scientific Revolution.
Required Materials:Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard, Companion for the Apprentice Wizard Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Archetypes 601: Collective Unconscious Credits: 2 Level: 6 Instructor: "Instructor Alvarez" Class Description:
This class is the second in a course on archetypes in psychology and magick. The material presented assumes a prior familiarity with basic archetypes and their functions within the human psyche. In this class, we will dive deeper into the topic of the Collective Unconscious, the role archetypes play in relation to the Collective Unconscious (and vice versa), and the relationship between the Collective Unconscious and magickal practice.
Required Materials:The Archetypes and The Collective Unconscious (Collected Works of C.G. Jung Vol. 9 Part 1; Princeton University Press; 2nd edition; August, 1981; Translator: R. F. C. Hull).
Estimated Completion Time: 4-6 weeks Prerequisites:
Archetypes 501: Introduction (Lore, L5)
Recommended: Ritual and Ceremony Overview or Foundations in Ritual and Ceremony (Ceremonial Magick, L1).
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Lost Worlds 601: New World Archaeology Credits: 3 Level: 6 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
‘Time, the endless frontier. This is the element of the archaeologist. Their mission? To explore lost worlds and lost civilizations. To boldly go where no man has gone for thousands of years.’ This class will cover the archaeology of the Americas and the South Pacific. Come, let’s walk through the corridors of time and explore humanity’s past.
Required Materials:
Access to a copy of the movie Apocalypto. This movie can be found through Netflix or at most video-rental places.
Estimated Completion Time: 4 to 6 weeks Prerequisites:Completion of Lost Worlds 301: Introduction to Archaeology Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
Secrets of Newgrange Credits: 3 Level: 6 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
The Irish passage tomb of Newgrange—a huge earthen mound encompassing artifacts, astronomical function, carved stones, an ancient circle, and funerary remains--was built over 5000 years ago, long before the better-known monument, Stonehenge. But what is Newgrange? Who built it? What was it for? In this class we will examine Newgrange from several different perspectives, reflecting on its multiple meanings and its magick. The class work includes essays, creative work, readings, personal research, and exploration.
Course Objectives
a. To explore the origins and creation of the Newgrange passage tomb.
b. To understand Newgrange’s design and construction.
c. To investigate the importance of Newgrange as a focus for Neolithic art and culture.
d. To explore the archaeoastronomic relevance of Newgrange.
e. To become familiar with Newgrange’s partner monuments, Knowth and Dowth.
Required Materials:
No required materials. Research for the class will require access to the internet or a library.
Estimated Completion Time: 3-4 weeks Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
Who Were the Celts and Druids? Credits: 3 Level: 6 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:This class gives a lot of in-depth information
on the Celtic people, and the Druids. By taking it, you will learn more about
the people, and most importantly, how we know what we do about them. It ends by
showing where you can find out more about them. Required Materials:All
reading assignments can be found on the Internet. Estimated Completion Time: Three to Five weeks Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Wizardly Tales of Ancient Wales 601 Credits: 2 Level: 6 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
Wizards, in general, are consummate storytellers. In so doing, they provide lessons for those whom they pretend to entertain and preserve the lore and history of cultures long passed or passing through. It is always helpful, therefore, to have access to meaningful stories which we may learn and tell others during our life journeys. The Mabinogion is probably the one of the most important cycles of stories of ancient Celtic culture and is thought by many to form some of the groundwork for many Arthurian legends. This class is a continuation of Wizardly Tales of Wales I and explores branches III and IV of these stories through retelling and brief analysis. After finishing this course successfully, it is anticipated that the student will have gained a familiarity with these stories and a rather keen insight into some of the deeper messages they contain. Wizardly Tales of Wales I is a prerequisite for this course. No exceptions will be made. Passing this course requires the successful completion of 5 essays, plus a multiple choice final exam.
Required Materials:
Access to the stories in the Mobinogion. This can be either through the
many different versions published or through web sources, such as www.sacred-texts.com,http://www.sacred-texts.com/neu/celt/mab/index.htm. Estimated Completion Time: 1 month Prerequisites:
Wizardly Tales of Wales I
Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
Wizards of History 601: Industrial Revolution Credits: 3 Level: 6 Instructor: "Instructor Stefanowicz" Class Description:
The goal of this class is to provide the student of Wizardry with the basic understanding of the history of magick and the people in it. By the time you finish this class, you will have explored the life, accomplishments, and wisdom of famous Wizards who lived during the age known as the Industrial Revolution.
Required Materials:
Required Text: Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard, Companion for the Apprentice Wizard Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Literature 705: The Urban Shaman Credits: 2 Level: 7 Instructor: "KatyRavensong" Class Description:
Not all magickal experiences can be taught or anticipated. Sometimes we are just thrust into a place where we have to fly by the seat of our pants, following our instincts, and trusting a higher power that we are doing the right thing. In this class, students will read the novel The Urban Shaman and use it to explore other realms and beings from those realms, and the impact that they can have on our physical reality. This fictional work is a very good example of how shamanic practices can be put to use in a contemporary, urban, and very real setting.
Required Materials:
The Urban Shaman by C. E. Murphy, ISBN 0-373-80223-4
This is the first book in a 9-book series. We will only be reading the first book.
Congratulations!
You've almost completed your requirements to become a Lorekeeper.
This practicum and its companion class are the pinnacle of that
course of study. Here you will learn how to apply what you have
learned in your classes to real-life situations. Here you will also
lay out and create a significant work of Lore in the form of your
Final Project.
This class does not accept magister students, as it is the
culmination of the course of studies of the Apprentice Program.
Required Materials:
Access to both a hard-copy and online library.
Estimated Completion Time: 3-5 months Prerequisites:
You
must have completed all other requirements for the Lore Major and you
must also be enrolled in the companion class- Lorekeeping 799b: Lab
Magister students will not be accepted into this class.
Congratulations!
You've almost completed your requirements to become a Lorekeeper.
This practicum and its companion class are the pinnacle of that
course of study. Here you will learn how to apply what you have
learned in your classes to real-life situations. Here you will also
lay out and create a significant work of Lore in the form of your
Final Project.
This class does not accept magister students, as it is the
culmination of the course of studies of the Apprentice Program.
Required Materials:
Access to hard-copy and online library.
Estimated Completion Time: 3-5 months Prerequisites:
You
must have completed all other requirements for the Lore Major and you
must also be enrolled in the companion class- Lorekeeping 799a:
Practicum.
Magister students will not be accepted into this class.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Lost Worlds 701: Frauds, Hoaxes and Fringe Archaeology Credits: 3 Level: 7 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description: Required Materials:
‘Time, the endless frontier. This is the element of the archaeologist. Their mission? To explore lost worlds and lost civilizations. To boldly go where no man has gone for thousands of years.’ This class will cover fringe archaeology, as well as hoaxes and frauds within the field.
Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:Completion of Lost Worlds 301: Introduction to Archaeology and at least one other Lost Worlds class. Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
The Development of European Magic Credits: 3 Level: 7 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
Modern Western magick has recognizable roots in ancient Egyptian, Roman, Greek, and Middle Eastern magickal practice. The purpose of this class is threefold. The first is to provide an overview of the debate over the definition of magic, to the present time. The second is to contribute to that debate by making a personal judgment on its import and suggesting a possible resolution to it. The third is to employ the conceptual framework suggested, to map out a general history of complex ritual magic in Europe and attempt to explain what might be distinctive about it and how it developed. This course is open to all L7 students but due to its technical nature is likely to be of more interest to those Majoring in Lore. Successful completion of this class is contingent upon completing eight essay tests, many of which require outside research and a 25-question multiple choice final exam.
Required Materials:
None.
Estimated Completion Time: 4 weeks Prerequisites:
None.
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Welsh Mythology: The Owl Service Credits: 3 Level: 7 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
This class will study one of the four branches of the Mabinogi, being the story of Math Son of Mathonwy. It will study, in depth, the characters of Math, Gwydion, Arianhrod, Lleu, Gronw and Blodeuedd. It will also compare the stories of Math and The Owl Service, a novel based upon the original myth, along with their themes, similarities and differences. The students will be required to complete 9 assignments and 1 multiple choice final exam.
Required Materials:The Mabinogion (Any translation is acceptable) The Owl Service by Alan Garner Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard by Oberon Zell-Ravenheart Companion for the Apprentice Wizard by Oberon Zell-Ravenheart
Estimated Completion Time: Between 4 and 6 weeks. Prerequisites:
Wizardly Tales of Ancient Wales I & II
Safety Precautions:
None
Included Lessons:
Wizards of History 701: Modern Era Credits: 3 Level: 7 Instructor: "Dean Kayser" Class Description:
The goal of this class is to provide the student of Wizardry with the basic understanding of the history of magick and the people in it. By the time you finish this class, you will have explored the life, accomplishments, and wisdom of famous Wizards who lived during the age known as the Modern Era.
Required Materials:
Required Text: Grimoire for the Apprentice Wizard, Companion for the Apprentice Wizard Estimated Completion Time: 1 month. Prerequisites:
None
Safety Precautions:
None.
Included Lessons:
Nuts and Bolts: Writing Classes for GSW Credits: 3 Level: 8 Instructor: "Dean Meighen" Class Description:
This course covers how to write instructional material in general and for GSW in particular. Only faculty members may enroll in this class. Writing and uploading a class for the GSW is a requirement of this class.
Required Materials:
Word processor, such as Microsoft Word or Google Doc
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