Registration:
Registration for the Spring 2024 semester begins on Tuesday, January 16 at midnight.
You can register in one of two ways:
- Register online at www.renesan.org by credit card. We strongly encourage online registration. If you have taken a course, trip, or lecture series, you are already in RENESAN’s system. Just sign in and register! If you are a new student, you will need to set up an account before registering. Please note that RENESAN does not have access to your password. You will need to request a password reset.
- Although we strongly encourage online registration, you may also register at RENESAN offices beginning at 10:00 am on January 16. In-person registration is available Monday-Wednesday from 10-2 each day. Phone registrations and related calls will be responded to in the order in which they are received. Calls will be returned within 24 hours on the next business day.
RENESAN is open from 9:00-2:00, Monday – Thursday.
*2024 Fees:
Single-session courses are $25
Two-session courses are $45
Three-session courses are $70
Four-session courses are $90
Five-session courses are $115
Select special events, tours, and tours are $30-$45
*Any exceptions are reflected in the course descriptions. Some courses require students to purchase texts and source movies in preparation for the course. Students may independently choose to print materials provided via digital platforms.
Course Types:
- In-Person courses: Presented in-person only at RENESAN or as a tour. Discussion classes are generally smaller to allow more interaction with the instructor and fellow students.
- ZOOM Only courses: Presented online via ZOOM. Discussion-based courses will allow participants to see and hear each other as well as the instructor. Presentation-based courses allow students to see and hear the instructor and any presentation materials, but participants are not on camera and are muted. Participants can ask the instructor questions via a moderated chat text box. Sessions will not be recorded for distribution.
- Hybrid courses: Offered in both in-person and ZOOM format. Our most flexible format. Students can choose to attend in-person or via ZOOM. For multi-session courses, students may change how they attend without notification to RENESAN. All students receive the ZOOM link. Discussion-based courses will allow participants to see and hear each other as well as the instructor. Sessions will not be recorded for distribution.
Cancellation Policy:
- Course registrations are non-refundable unless canceled by RENESAN. Please consider your fellow students and email RENESAN at officemanager@renesan.org if you will not be able to attend and wish to release your seat. This will allow RENESAN the opportunity to offer registration to another student. We will not be able to release your seat for registration via phone calls.
- If a course is canceled for whatever reason, every attempt is made to reschedule the program. If rescheduling is not possible, students are refunded fees according to the method of original payment. Credit card payments are credited back to the credit card. Cash and check payments are refunded by check. Students who are unable to participate in rescheduled programs receive a refund.
Course format changes:
- If courses that are in progress are changed from in-person to online format due to federal, state, or local public health orders, RENESAN will not offer a refund.
Online Courses/technical difficulties:
- For online courses, no refunds will be issued for technical issues at the user end. Students must ensure that their internet connection and computer devices meet the minimum requirements for using Zoom before registering for courses. (see the above section on Computer Requirements for details).
Computer requirements for online courses:
- Zoom is free and offers support, resources, and helpful tips on their website. Before registration:
- Visit https://zoom.us/ SIGN UP FOR A FREE ACCOUNT, then run a test to ensure that your computer meets the minimum requirements to run Zoom. Next, test your computer and internet connection using their free demo meeting at https://zoom.us/test You must complete this test before the semester begins.
Animals and Children in the Classroom:
Animals and children are not allowed in RENESAN classrooms while a class is in session. The exception is service animals. We follow the guidelines specified in New Mexico § 28-11-3: Admittance of qualified assistance animals.
Enrollment Limits:
- Some courses may have enrollment limits due to instructor preference, course format, technology capacity, or other factors.
Email requirements:
- To register for online courses, you must have access to a valid email address. Students will receive payment confirmation and log-in information (course links, passwords) via email. RENESAN will send all communication regarding class changes and cancelations via email. RENESAN is not responsible for inaccurate emails or security restrictions on the student end that may limit communication. Additionally, many instructors email materials and assignments to their students in advance.
- RENESAN will never sell or share your contact information without your consent.
Guests:
- After registering for online courses, you will receive a link with your receipt via e-mail to access your online courses. Do not share this link. Students who violate this policy may be removed from future virtual courses and/or lectures.
Mask Policy:
- Wearing masks for students and instructors is now optional and no longer required. However, if there are any alterations to the government’s masking policy, the RENESAN policy will be adjusted accordingly.
Recordings:
- We are no longer able to record courses for distribution.
Scholarships:
- RENESAN maintains a scholarship fund that enables students requesting financial assistance to participate in our programs. Scholarship applications are available via the RENESAN office. All requests are confidential.
Snow Days:
- RENESAN will announce closures and delays on our homepage at www.renesan.org
- For online courses, RENESAN will alert students on a case-by-case basis of cancelations due to inclement weather.
- For in-person courses, RENESAN follows the snow closure policy of Santa Fe Public Schools. Course sessions and lectures may be canceled when the Santa Fe Public School system announces school closure. In case of a two-hour or three-hour delay, morning sessions will run from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM; afternoon sessions will run as scheduled.
- When Santa Fe Public Schools close early because of inclement weather, all RENESAN programs may be canceled for the rest of that day. If possible, make-up sessions will be scheduled for canceled course sessions and lectures. Students who are unable to participate in rescheduled programs will receive a refund. For information on Santa Fe Public School closures, go to www.sfps.info or tune in to KOB News 4, KOAT News 7, or KRQE News 13
Student Behavior:
Students are expected to avoid disruptive behavior in the classroom. If students engage in behavior disruptive to the classroom experience of other students, they will be asked to leave the class session. We do not own the pianos found in some classrooms. Playing the piano is strictly forbidden by our landlord.
Trip & Tour Waiver:
- All students registered for offsite tours and trips are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of registration.