WASHINGTON (AP) — American University helped federal workers take their minds off the shutdown Tuesday by offering free skills and management training courses.
The Classes Without Quizzes event offered through AU's School of Public Affairs, included courses on "how to start a podcast," project management and emotional intelligence. The day began with breakfast and yoga and ends with a happy hour event later Tuesday.
Joshua Union said he attended the event Tuesday to learn some new skills. He works with the Environmental Protection Agency but lately, he said, his days have dragged on at home, waiting for the shutdown to end.
Other furloughed federal workers also pointed to the need for an outlet as the shutdown drags on.
