Lifelong Learning Announces September Classes
The Lourdes University Lifelong Learning program is pleased to present the following classes that are offered or begin in September 2016. Unless otherwise stated, the classes are held at various Lourdes University classroom locations, 6832 Convent Blvd., in Sylvania. To register for Lifelong Learning classes and review the entire list of fall 2016 classes, visit www.lourdes.edu/lifelong, email [email protected] or call 419-824-3707. Registration may be made by credit card or check. Checks should be made payable to Lourdes University and mailed to: Lourdes University Lifelong Learning, 6832 Convent Blvd. Sylvania OH 43560. Cheese Tasting Instructor: Paula Larsen Tuesdays, September 6, 20, October 4 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $89 members; $101 non-members Calling all cheese lovers! It's time again to separate the curds from the whey and press on with our study of cheese! This is an in-depth study of three specific cheese categories: soft ripened, semi firm, and flavored. Learn how these cheeses are made, what defines their category and of course… eat amazing cheese! Instructor Paula Larsen is one of only 17 American Cheese Society Certified Cheese Professionals in the state of Ohio. Note: this class will be held in the Café at the Andersons Market, 7638 W. Sylvania Ave. in Sylvania. Spanish for Travel or Pure Pleasure Instructor: Raquel Bravo Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Session I: September 6, 13, 20 (3 weeks) Session II: October 18, 25; November 1, 8, 15 (5 weeks) Cost: Session I - $20 members; $32 non-members / Session II - $33 members; $45 non-members Do you want to pick up some Spanish to ease into your vacation travel in Spain or a Latin American country? Or, do you want to learn Spanish for the pure pleasure of speaking a beautiful Latin language? Whatever the reason, whether you are new to the language or “rusty,” this class will try to meet your specific needs. Students are invited to practice Spanish during lunch at the Lourdes Café after class (price of lunch not included). The textbook for this class, “15-Minute Spanish,” includes two audio CDs and will be available for $20 in the Lourdes bookstore. Raquel Bravo is a native Spanish speaker who has taught English/Spanish bilingual education and adult education. She is a retired school administrator who has enjoyed traveling to Spain, Mexico and South America extensively. She is eager to share her love of the Spanish language with you! Exploring the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights Instructor: Shari O’Brien Thursdays, September 8, 15, 22, 29 from 1:30 to 3:45 p.m. Cost: $59 members; $71 non-members Rights has perhaps never been as important as it is today. Designed for both returning students as well as those who may be unfamiliar with this fascinating field, this timely, fast-paced, and fun course will inform and enrich every curious mind. We will examine five myths regarding the Constitution, discover the relationship between the Constitution per se, the Bill of Rights and the fourteenth amendment, survey key amendments with a focus on the fifth through the eighth, as well as discuss some interesting landmark Supreme Court rulings, especially those of the 2016 term. A class debate on the eighth amendment will enliven our class, but we promise it will not be cruel and unusual punishment for students! Dr. Shari O’Brien earned an M.A. from the University of Michigan and a Ph.D. from Bowling Green State University. After graduating magna cum laude from The University of Toledo (UT) College of Law, she worked in United States District Court. Publishing five law review articles as well as hundreds of essays and poems in national journals, she taught writing and poetry for 27 years at UT and continues today to practice law. Bridge Basics Instructor: Ben Beazley Saturdays, September 10, 17, 24; October 1, 8, 15 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost: $86 members; $98 non-members Bridge for those who want to start playing bridge or those wanting to improve their basic skills. The course will include fundamentals of hand evaluation and current bidding practices. Pre-dealt hands will be bid-played and discussed at all sessions. A text book is included in the price of the class. Ben Beazley has been a Bridge Life Master for many years and enjoys playing regularly in local duplicate games. He has extensive experience as a bridge instructor; he has tutored students individually and taught UT faculty groups as well as courses at Belmont Country Club and the Ottawa Hills Village Life Program. Taoist Tai Chi® Make a Move to Better Health Instructor: An Accredited Volunteer Instructor with the Taoist Tai Chi Society® Mondays, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Session I: September 12, 19, 26; October 3, 10 (5 weeks) Session II: October 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14 (5 weeks) Cost: Session I - $36 members; $48 non-members / Session II - $36 members; $48 non-members The fast-paced yet sedentary nature of modern life often results in stress and lack of sufficient physical activity. Many thousands of individuals have found the movements of Taoist Tai Chi® arts of health to be an effective way to counteract these pressures and to improve health. The gentle turning and stretching in each of the movements contributes to better balance and posture, increased strength and flexibility, and calmness and peace of mind. Although not a substitute for proper medical treatment, regular practice can help to improve overall health and quality of life for people dealing with chronic conditions such as poor circulation, high blood pressure, arthritis, back pain, joint immobility, respiratory problems, digestive disorders, fibromyalgia and many others. Come enjoy this 5-week introductory class appropriate for people of all ages and ability levels. No previous experience required! Nazi Germany and World War II Instructor: Dr. Dwayne Beggs and Tom Pilbeam Mondays, September 12, 19, 26; October 3, 10, 17 from 3 to 5 p.m. Cost: $78 members; $90 non-members At the end of WWI, the nation of Germany was in horrible shape in many ways. Adolf Hitler used the turmoil taking place as a mechanism to rise in power and influence. By 1939, he was in firm control of Nazi Germany and began to execute his plan to extend the country’s territorial boundaries, exterminating all people he saw as either a burden or threat to the German Race. The class will explore the rise of Adolf Hitler, the Nazi Party, WWII and the Holocaust. Some emphasis will be given to the Asia Theater. Dr. Dwayne Beggs earned a M.A. and a Ph.D. in U.S. Diplomatic/Military History from Bowling Green State University (BGSU). He has taught a Vietnam War class at BGSU for the past 3 years. He also holds an M. Div. and served as a Youth Pastor / Associate Pastor for 22 years. Tom Pilbeam majored in history at Michigan State University. The Gettysburg Campaign Instructor: Robert Adkins Mondays, September 12 and 19 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $22 members; $34 non-members The Gettysburg Campaign began when Confederate General Robert E Lee started his Army of Northern Virginia on a bold and aggressive campaign to bring the Civil War to Pennsylvania, to Northern soil. Did the weary Union have the will to continue fighting against the confident and disdainful rebels? Learn about the historical drama that unfolded as both armies grew in strength and momentous decisions were made. Ultimately Lee lost nearly a third of his army, forcing a grueling retreat. This retreat and the terrible aftermath on the town of Gettysburg are filled with stories of drama, hardship, and controversy over missed opportunities. The politics, strategies, evolving military tactics, along with personal stories from both sides will be discussed. Local units like the 4th Michigan, and local personalities like Monroe Michigan's General George Armstrong Custer and Detroit’s General Alpheus Williams all play very dramatic roles in saving the Union from a devastating defeat. Robert Adkins volunteers as a historical interpreter at the Raisin Battlefield National Park in Monroe Michigan. He also serves as President of the Monroe Chapter of Toastmasters. Social Security Do’s and Don’ts Instructor: Dan Rudski Tuesday, September 13 (meets once) from 4 to 6 p.m. Cost: $20 members; $32 non-members Five things can boost your Social Security income over your normal benefit if you plan now. Join us for an informative discussion and learn how to avoid the small mistakes that could result in lost benefits. The class will focus on how to possibly increase your Social Security income by as much as 25%, reduce taxes on your Social Security income, and protect yourself from changes Congress could make. Learn to strategically increase Social Security income by integrating with retirement savings using IRS Rev Ruling 68-24 and maximize Social Security income for both you and your spouse using SSA Pub. 05-10069. Should you file in person or online? The answer may surprise you! Dan Rudski is a registered and licensed financial consultant who has owned and operated a tax business since 2005. Dan is also a Lourdes University alumnus. Wines of the Pacific Northwest Instructor: Nicholas Kubiak Tuesdays, September 13, 20, 27 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Franciscan Center Cost: $58 members; $70 non-members Explore the bounty of the Pacific Northwest wine growing regions. In this course you’ll learn about wines from northern California, Oregon and Washington. We’ll discuss the river valleys, mountains and deserts where the wines come from, the wine makers who make them and of course … the wines themselves. Come and learn about wine in a convivial environment and taste some remarkable wines - up to six wines each week! This course is instructed by Nicholas Kubiak, Certified Specialist of Wines and Spirits, Member of the Guild of Sommeliers, creator of the Bordo Tasters Tablet, and 14-year veteran of the wine industry. Printmaking 101 Instructor: Patrick Dubreuil Thursdays, September 15, 22, 29; October 6, 13, 27 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $98 members; $110 non-members Let your creativity flow in this introductory printmaking class! All you need is a creative spark and we will help with the rest. Once you choose a favorite image we will show you how to turn it into a work of art that you’ll be proud to share with your family and friends. The process - similar to that used to print currency - is an extension of drawing, but don’t let concerns about your drawing ability limit you! The maximum size of the monocolor intaglio prints will be 8x10 inches. Warning: come prepared to get dirty! A Toledo native, Patrick Dubreuil has taught in the Lourdes Art Department for 10 years since getting his M.F.A. from Bowling Green State University. Was It Murder? Instructor: Mark Christensen Tuesdays, September 20, 27; October 4, 11 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Cost: $39 members; $51 non-members Homicide, infanticide, genocide, suicide…what does it all mean? Let’s investigate what the word ‘murder’ means. Ethical and legal questions will be on the table as we consider real-world cases along with a few movie clips and examples from literature. Police shootings, mercy-killing, terrorism, and self-defense are all open for discussion. Come prepared to think and to talk. Professor Christensen is a published author and Chair of the Department of Philosophy and Values at Lourdes University. Memory Exercises Instructor: Barbara Mauter Wednesday, September 21 (meets once) from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Cost: $17 members; $29 non-members We all know that exercising our bodies is good for us, but how does one go about exercising their mind? Join us for a fun interactive brain workout! No weights or bands required. Class is built upon the foundation of how our memory works, this course will present various tips and techniques on enhancing your memory. Participants will also have the opportunity to take part in activities to help keep their brain in shape. Barbara Mauter is an adjunct instructor with over 20 years’ college experience. She has taught and presented various workshops for The University of Toledo, Bowling Green State University, Monroe County Community College and Owens State Community College. She recently attended a CDI (Course Design Institute) and is looking forward to sharing her new knowledge. Her interests center around thinking, reading and how our minds work. She is known for her critical thinking class activities. A participant in one of her "Thinking Outside the Box" courses had this to say: "The "memory" [course] was very good-- but this is "great"!" Jailing John Henry: The Impact of Unequal Justice in Reconstruction and American Myth-making Instructor: Dr. Rex Childers Thursdays, September 22, 29; October 6, 13 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost: $52 members; $64 non-members American folk heroes are important cultural connections between the past and the present. How we understand or interpret the experiences of these individuals, real or imagined, offers us insight into the idea of America as a nation of diverse peoples who contributed to the development of the country. The mythical story of John Henry, one of these touchstones, is the subject of “Steel Drivin’ Man: The Untold Story of an American Legend.” Join us to learn about one historian’s quest to uncover the story behind the myth, as well as the institutional and social forces which made his story so important to Americans in the decades following the Reconstruction period after the U.S. Civil War. Themes discussed will include labor, political unrest, racial and social justice in America, technology, and the birth of Rock and Roll. The course textbook “Steel Drivin’ Man: The Untold Story of an American Legend” by Scott Reynolds Nelson is available at the Lourdes University Bookstore for ?$15. Rex Childers is a Policy historian specializing in the history of the role of American power in the world, including the use of American cultural and social belief systems in the Cold War. His sub-fields include Modern European, American Military, and Public history. Rex has presented at several international conferences and his publication topics address the history of international humanitarian law. Drawing with Confidence Instructor: Craig Rochkin Fridays, September 23, 30; October 7 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cost: $29 members; $41 non-members Everyone can draw! Let us show you how with a series of exercises and strategies to approach the art of drawing in a comfortable setting. Lessons are designed to promote self-awareness and include strategies and techniques for the student to consider when drawing. While some art background is helpful, no experience is necessary. Craig Rochkin is a life-long artist with degrees from Wayne State University, Northeastern University and The Museum School of Fine Arts in Boston. He has taught classes in Ann Arbor, Boston and the San Francisco Bay area. Residing in Toledo, he is currently working on a project combining photography and digital imagery. Art Throughout the Bible Instructor: Kristin Baldeschwiler Wednesdays, September 28; October 5, 12, 19, 26; November 3 from 4 to 6 p.m. Cost: $78 members; $90 non-members Explore an amazing variety of visual interpretations of biblical stories, figures, and events. From Genesis to the Book of Revelation, this class will survey biblical works produced by artists throughout the ages. From the most famous to the least known, nearly every passage has been depicted visually at some point in history. Discover the beauty inspired by this singular book! Kristin Baldeschwiler, a 2003 graduate of Lourdes University, received her B.A. in Art History, works in medical education, and currently serves as the Historian for the Toledo Federation of Arts Societies. ------------------------------------ About Lourdes University Lifelong Learning Lifelong Learning is an exciting educational program at Lourdes University. Open to all interested men and women, the only requirement for participation is an interest in ongoing learning. Lifelong Learning participants enjoy classes on a wide variety of academic subjects, educational field trips and monthly lectures featuring guest speakers. All activities are open to both members and non-members. For more information on upcoming classes and becoming a member of Lourdes University’s Lifelong Learning program, visit www.lourdes.edu/lifelong. Lourdes University Rooted in the Catholic Franciscan tradition, Lourdes University is sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis, and offers baccalaureate degrees in a variety of academic majors as well as graduate degrees in business, education, nursing, organizational leadership, social work, and theology. Community outreach programs include the Appold Planetarium, the Center for Science Education & the Environment, and Lifelong Learning. A member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics, Lourdes students can also compete in a variety of men’s and women’s sports. Named a “Best in the Midwest” college by the Princeton Review, Lourdes University is a nationally accredited, veteran and transfer-friendly institution offering a variety of student scholarships. Explore the possibilities online at www.lourdes.eduor by phone at 419-885-3211.
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