SYLLABUS

Course Information

Course title

Proper Grooming For Men

Course number

ADJ 298

Course discipline

Teacher Education

Course description

This course will direct itself to the proper grooming techniques that men should be aware of, and that proper grooming is necessary for their appearance and good health. Students will learn how to groom, what products are on the market to assist in grooming, establishments that cater to male grooming, and an overview of current male fashions. The course will include several guest speakers from the "grooming' industry to include a "how to" demonstration by members of the fashion industry. Each student will receive a free subscription to Gentleman's Quarterly (GQ) upon completion of the course.

Course date

Saturday, October 25, 2003 through Saturday, October 25, 2003

Location

NVCC, Manassas Campus

Meeting day(s)

Saturday

Meeting time(s)

9:00am - 5:00pm

Prerequisite(s)

None

Lesson

Date

Saturday, October 25, 2003

Objectives or Goals

To provide men with the tools for better grooming and to assure them that grooming does not make them “less than a man”.

Topics

How to use a scrub pad for feet:  how to apply cologne: how to dress for success: the proper wearing of shoes, manicures, pedicures, proper haircuts: preparing for a job interview: exercising proper eating habits.

Readings

Gentleman's Quarterly, paying particular attention to the section entitled "Elements of Style”. Details, the magazine for men, Cosmopolitan magazine and Essence magazine

Textbooks

None required.

Assignments

Come prepared to discuss dressing styles/habits.  Bring a self portrait dressed in a suit.

Instructor Information

Name

Russ Carter

Email

rcarter@nvcc.edu

Office location

6901 Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20109

Office hours

0730-0800, 120-1300, M/W; and by appointment

Phone

703-257-6503

Biography

Russ Carter is an Assistant Professor at Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC), in the Administration of Justice department; he also teaches criminal justice and sociology at Anne Arundel Community College (AACC), and George Mason University (GMU). Russ is an international traveler and has traveled extensively, conducting protective services for high-ranking domestic and foreign government dignitaries such as the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. As a requirement for this profession, he had to be impeccably dressed, making sure he wore the appropriate clothing, and proper grooming. During his travels he had to mingle with dignitaries thus he acquired taste in grooming, mannerism, etiquette, protocol, and diplomacy. Russ acquired dressing and grooming tips from his European and Latin American travels. As a Special Investigator for the Federal Bureau of Investigation, he continues to dress exquisitely, as he mingles with high ranking members of the government and private sector. Russ keeps very busy in the community by coaching girls’ soccer, and volunteering as an election officer during local, state and general elections. Russ is currently enrolled in a Doctoral program at GMU, where he plans to complete the requirements for his Doctorate in 2005.

Course Goals

Course Goals

The goal of this course is to provide information and guidelines in proper/accepted grooming techniques to individuals who are not versed in this area. Attendees will receive lectures from members of the fashion industry, and grooming experts to include manicurist, and hair stylist, and will receive a subscription to GQ upon completion of the course. Inasmuch as the course is short in length, attendees are required to attend the entire time allotted.


Policies

Introduction

There are no special policies except that attendees are required to adhere to the rules of the colleges as regards to curriculum, plagiarism and attendance.

Additional information

This is an adult course, therefore, persons under the age of eighteen will not be allowed to register and/or attend.

Course Requirements

Introduction

Attendees are required to come to class prepared to work in groups, and to be "used" as a model for a facial manicure, pedicure, and/or mannequin.

Requirements

An open mind and good attitude is required.