SCHEDULE OF COURSES • fall 2011

FALL 2011 Courses begin the week of Sept. 26-30 and AUBURN UNIVERSITY POTPOURRI, PART I – A11404 ENJOYING BALLET – A11408 conclude the week of Nov. 14-18. All courses, unless (Carl Thompson, Facilitator; Wednesday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) (Mary Waters, Presenter; Tuesday 12:45-2:15 p.m., Jule Collins designated otherwise, are held at the Lexington Hotel, Join us as we learn about the many programs and departments that Smith Museum) 1577 South College Street, Auburn. make up Auburn University. Each week a professor or professional This course emphasizes the pleasures of watching attractive dancers administrator from the Auburn campus will meet with us and share move in usually (but not always) graceful, often astonishing, ways – 21ST CENTURY MASTER ARCHITECTS – A11401 information about his or her program or department. There will be usually (but not always) to beautiful music. Following introductions (Philip Fretwell, Presenter; Monday 2:30-4:00 p.m., Sept. 26-Oct time for questions and discussion. to major works, you see wonderful dancers in video excerpts from 17, FOUR WEEKS ONLY) 20th-Century plotless ballets and “crossover” ballets, as well as For lovers of art, architecture, and design, a chance to interpret and CURRENT ECONOMIC TOPICS – A11405 19th-Century “story ballets.” You may enjoy learning about ballet comprehend the latest advances in post millennium architecture: (Sark Kavookjian, Facilitator; Monday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) history and the reasons for some misconceptions about the art, and reasons, causes, explanations, rationales. This course is a survey This course is a member-led, member-driven discussion group seeing video in which professional dancers illustrate ballet steps of the exceptional works of the current architectural masters: dealing with “Everything you wanted to know about economics, and techniques during class and rehearsals. There are handouts, but Santiago Caltrava, Renzo Piano, Steven Holl, Frank Gehry. but were afraid to ask.” Topics are selected by the group based no homework, and much time will be spent on watching dancers on current events. Newspapers, magazines, and television are our dance. ALABAMA CONNECTIONS 101 – ENCYCLOPEDIA OF sources for discussion. No text. ALABAMA – A11402 FRENCH CONVERSATION, SECOND YEAR – A11409 (Laura Hill, Presenter; Tuesday 2:30-4:00 p.m., Jule Collins Smith DIVERSITY OF EARLY CHRISTIANITY – A11406 (Paul Kouidis, Presenter; Tuesday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) Museum) (Lee Hermes, Facilitator; Monday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) Continuation of First Year Conversational French I, II, and III. New to Alabama or just want to learn more about the place? The New Testament itself is evidence of the amazing diversity of Students continue to develop their conversational skills, strengthen Alabama Connections 101 uses the online Encyclopedia of early Christianity. We explore this topic by watching DVD lectures and refine pertinent grammatical topics. Based on readings of Alabama as the starting point for exploring the history, culture, and of Dr. Dale Martin, Professor of Religious Studies at Yale University. practical and general interest. Minimal homework. Instructor will natural environment of the state and how they are all connected. The titles for this first session are: Why Study the New Testament?; furnish other readings of particular interest. Text: A Bord: Glencoe Discover places to visit. Learn about the state’s flora, fauna, and From Stories to Canon: The Greco-Roman World; Judaism in the French 2 (1994 edition)*, order from your favorite vendor or geography. Understand how events that shaped what Alabama First Century; The New Testament as History; The Gospel of Mark: Amazon.com. is today are connected. Uncover the state’s unique stories and The Gospel of Matthew; and The Gospel of Thomas. remarkable history and people. GLOBAL UPDATE: POLITICAL, ECONOMIC, FINANCIAL, AND EARTH AT THE CROSSROADS: UNDERSTANDING THE MILITARY VIEWPOINTS – A11410 AUBURN CITY GOVERNMENT – A11403 ECOLOGY OF A CHANGING PLANET – A11407 (Carl Thompson and Bob Hayes, Facilitators; Wednesday 10:15- (Carl Thompson, Facilitator; Wednesday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) (Charlotte Ward, Presenter; Monday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) 11:45 a.m.) Interested in learning more about the City of Auburn and gaining This Teaching Company series, by Professor Eric G. Strauss of Guest lecturers cover different aspects of events and conditions that an overview of the structure and management of the city? Join us Boston College, looks at how the earth changes, with particular affect our daily lives, including economic, political, financial and each week, as directors of each of the City departments such as emphasis on the role of humans in the changes that have occurred military viewpoints. Lecturers include university faculty, government Public Works, Planning, Economic Development, and others present through its recent history (the last 10,000 years). The class will and industry leaders, and elected officials. their areas of management. continue in the winter and spring terms.

WHAT IS OLLI AT AUBURN? OLLI at Auburn begins the academic year with a general membership meeting for OLLI at Auburn is a peer lead group. Members elect a Board of Directors, who The Auburn University Academy for Lifelong Learners (AUALL) was formed in all members, featuring noted scholars and community leaders. The OLLI fall term conduct the organization’s affairs with the help of leadership from committees 1990. In 2007, AUALL became the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at is eight weeks long, with most classes meeting once a week for 90 minutes. The on finance, curriculum, membership, promotion, review and planning, technology, Auburn University, after receiving generous funding from the Bernard Osher winter term is seven weeks and the spring term is six weeks; OLLI also offers a and development. A social committee plans the parties, at least one per term. All Foundation. This foundation provides financial assistance to groups interested in nine week summer session. In addition to academic programming, OLLI at Auburn OLLI classes are taught by volunteers, most of whom are OLLI members. learning for the joy of learning. offers social events, lectures and special programs, and other benefits. We invite you to join us. Come make new friends while learning together. Come In 2010, OLLI at Auburn was given a $1,000,000 endowment by the Osher MEMBERSHIP stretch your mind with us and enjoy the lifelong learning banquet. Foundation. As with all endowments, the principal is invested and the OLLI at The only requirement for membership is a desire to learn. You don’t Auburn program receives a portion of the investment proceeds to help fund the need a college degree; you don’t need any college background at FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE expenses and activities. Also, a portion of the earnings is reinvested as a hedge all. You don’t have to have any affiliation with Auburn University, be Thanks to the Osher Foundation funding, OLLI against future inflation. Therefore, OLLI at Auburn receives less than $50,000 per retired or over a certain age. OLLI at Auburn is open to all interested at Auburn is able to offer a limited number of year, or around 30% of the annual operating budget, from the Osher gift. people, to anyone interested in mind-stretching activities. scholarships. For more information, contact the Office of Professional and Continuing Our endowment income helps pay for classroom space, provide scholarships for Imagine a school in which the courses are challenging and the students are Education at 334-844-5100 or email low income elders, purchase educational materials and equipment, and market serious, but there are no entrance requirements, no exams, and no grades. Where [email protected], or visit the website the program to a wider audience, including the Greater Valley Area in Chambers you go to class because you want to, not because you have to. Where you and at www.olliatauburn.org. County and the Auburn University Alumni Association. By 2011, there were 118 other OLLI at Auburn members decide what to study and how to study it. Where, groups in 50 states, and the District of Columbia. By the end of the 2010-11 if you wish, you can take part in the teaching as well as the learning. In OLLI, you academic year, OLLI at Auburn had nearly 700 members. can become as involved as you want. HOW TO LISTEN TO AND UNDERSTAND GREAT MUSIC, PART III KI TRAINING – A11415 LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION: A THEMATIC INTRODUCTION – A11411 (Robert Martin, Presenter; Wednesday 8:30-9:00 a.m.) TO GEOGRAPHY – A11420 (Jane Brown, Facilitator; Tuesday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) Ki is a system of physical training, philosophy, preventative and (Sonny Dawsey, Presenter; Monday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) Continue studying music history with the DVD’s of Professor Robert therapeutic health care. Exercise at a slow, rhythmic pace, with Introduction to contemporary thematic geography. Location is very Greenberg. This quarter we cover classical-era opera, music of emphasis on breathing and limbering of body for increased stamina, important to the way people interact with each other and with physical Beethoven, Romanticism, the program symphony, 19th century Italian better digestion, improved circulation, restful sleep, and reduced environment. Geography deals with two broad areas: relationship and German opera, the concert overture and the rise of musical anxiety. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Details: 334-750-9774. between people and their physical environment, and importance of nationalism in the Romantic era. space (meaning location, not stars or universe) in relation to human KNITTING 101 – A11416 activities. Includes: origins of the discipline of geography, Age of HOW TO SAFELY NAVIGATE YOUR RETIREMENT IN THESE (Anne Ivy-Townley, Presenter; Tuesday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) Exploration, map use and analysis, physical environment, spatial TURBULENT TIMES – A11412 This course teaches basic continental knitting and purling. How to patterns of social and economic activity, population distributions, (Susan Moore, Presenter; Wednesday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) begin and finish a knitting project, how to read patterns and charts, modern technology used in geography, and examples of regional The financial world has been turned upside down for retirees. and how to avoid mistakes while knitting. Bring to the first class one geography. Presenter has 34 years experience and knowledge as AU Risks, volatility and turbulence have increased substantially. Investing ball of Cascade Ultra Pima Cotton and size 8 wooden needles. These Professor of Geography. PowerPoint presentations with images and strategies that worked during the careers of retirees are not working items can be purchased at Tavita’s Heart in Auburn or at your favorite diagrams illustrate the lectures, followed by time for open discussion. as well now. Accessing government programs such as Social Security, yarn store. Medicare and Medicare drug assistance have become more complex. MOUNTAINS BEYOND MOUNTAINS – A11421 What’s a retiree to do? The starting point is to get educated about KUDOS AND CURIOS: EXPLORING ALABAMA LITERATURE (Jim Doyle, Facilitator; Tuesday 12:45-2:15 p.m.) financial risks the retiree faces. This course focuses on pensions, – A11417 Once again OLLI members will join with Auburn University freshman healthcare, healthcare insurance and government retirement and (Bert Hitchcock, Presenter; Tuesday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) students by participating in the AU Connects Program. This year’s healthcare programs. It also includes a broad overview of how the Want to renew acquaintance with Harper Lee and Atticus Finch? common book selection is Mountains Beyond Mountains: The Quest financial world is more volatile and riskier than it used to be and some Be introduced to George W. Hooper and Hercules Diogenes Lofty? of Dr. Paul Farmer, A Man Who Would Cure the World written by Tracy strategies to protect capital. Although its literature is not generally as well known as that of such Kidder. Each week OLLI members and other experts from the university adjoining states as Georgia and Mississippi, Alabama has in fact a rich and the community will discuss the book as well as dissect the current I AM RIGHT, YOU ARE WRONG, PART II – A11413 literary history and an impressive creative present. Utilizing connecting situation in Haiti, the country’s history, and it hope for the future. Text: (Virginia O’Leary, Presenter; Monday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) topics or themes and focusing on selected authors and works, this Mountains Beyond Mountains* Of course you are right, of course I am wrong....or maybe that is simply course illumines some of this interesting, charted and uncharted literary MOVIES OF 1939-1946 – A11422 a perception, based on intransigent beliefs and defended by an army territory. Suggested Text: The Art of Fiction in the Heart of Dixie by (Evie Pouncey, Facilitator; Monday 2:30-4:00 p.m.) of words and scowls! Spring term we covered the way we understand Philip D. Beidler.* View cinematic masterpieces from 1939-1946. Learn about actors and ourselves and others, and looked at the impact of our need to categorize directors as we watch classic movies including Oscar- nominated for using heuristics (cognitive short cuts) to get through the day and how LIFE SERIES – A11418 Best Picture Dark Victory, Citizen Kane, Rebecca, and The Best Years of this plays into the formation and maintenance of prejudices, both (David Newton, Presenter; Monday 12:45-2:15 p.m.) Our Lives, and French foreign film Rules of the Game. negative and positive. This fall we look at why beliefs result in deniers “From the award-winning BBC Natural History Unit, …this is the original and why we lie, to preserve our self- images as well as to protect our UK broadcast version of Life, with narration by renowned naturalist MY FAVORITE UNIVERSE – A11423 beliefs against even compelling empirical data. We continue to explore David Attenborough.…Four years in the making, filmed over 3000 (Bill Blankley, Facilitator; Wednesday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) the evidence that these cognitive phenomena are hard wired, heritable, days, across every continent and in every habitat, with breathtaking Dr. N. Tyson of the NY Hayden planetarium takes you on a journey and, have evolutionary origins. Join us. The questions and discussions new high definition filming techniques developed since the filming through the cosmos and all its history, from before the Big Bang to the are provocative and sometimes illuminating! of Planet Earth, Life presents 130 incredible stories from the frontiers most likely ways in which the Earth and perhaps the entire universe of the natural world, 54 of which have never before been filmed. might end. For example, Dr. Tyson begins one lecture at a point 13 KARATE FOR SENIORS – A11414 Packed with excitement, revelation and entertainment, this remarkable billion years ago, when all space and matter in the universe was (Robert Martin, Presenter; Wednesday 9:00-10:00 a.m.) 10-part blockbuster captures unprecedented, astonishingly beautiful contained in a volume less than one-trillionth the size of a pinpoint-- New participants welcome as we continue to focus on history, tradition, sequences and demonstrates the spectacular and extraordinary tactics -about the size of a single atom. By the time he finishes, the cosmos philosophy, application of classical Japanese Karate-do (Empty Hand animal and plants have developed to survive and thrive.” [Source: BBC has been stretched, the planets and our Earth formed, and 70 percent Art). Learn origins of karate. Activities are age-appropriate, strictly non- Natural Unit] Knowledgeable local instructors address questions and of existing Earth species have been wiped out by a gigantic asteroid, contact, and non-competitive. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Sensei provide additional information. clearing the way for the evolution of humanity. Robert is AU HPER Karate instructor. Details: 334-750-9774. LIVE AT HOME VILLAGES – A11419 POISONOUS PLANTS: THE BAD, THE WORSE, AND THE REALLY (Joanna Hoit, Presenter; Tuesday 12:45-2:15 p.m.) INTERESTING – A11424 (Carolyn Carr, Presenter; Monday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) Location of OLLI Classes You’re planning on staying in your own home as you turn 80...85...90...95! You love your independence and nobody’s going to This course is a light walk through the garden of poisonous plants. We Meeting spaces are designated in class descriptions rain on your parade! Not going to be a burden to your children either... cover the plants in your kitchen and pantry (yes, there are some), plus and all spaces are handicapped accessible. no way! But then one day, you could use a little help and then a little house plants, garden flowers and shrubs, and the woods where you • Lexington Hotel, 1577 South College Street in Auburn, is the more ...and, hmm, a little....more. All around the country seniors like hike and picnic. There are fun, interesting, and serious historical tidbits. primary location for Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday classes. us are creating an entirely new type of organization. They’re virtual Two books are mentioned, but they will not be necessary. • Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, 901 South College Street, “villages” that provide a smorgasbord of services and activities that REMEMBERING EVERYTHING BEYOND 7 + 2 – A11426 Auburn, is the location for some Tuesday afternoon classes. allow seniors to continue living at home, staying fit, having fun, being (Tom Nielsen, Presenter; Monday 12:45-2:15 p.m.) • HealthPlus Fitness Center, 1171 Gatewood Dr. #101, Auburn, is independent. There’s a “village” in Athens, GA (as well as 58 other Can’t remember all your credit card numbers? Can’t remember all the the location for the Wellness for Seniors course. communities)! And, hey, if Bulldogs can do it, so can Tigers! Come find grandkids’ birthdates? Know someone (perhaps yourself) who can’t out what it’s all about and how a “village” gets started! After all, we remember to put the toilet seat down? Well, here’s just the class for you Location of Greater Valley Area know an Auburn “village” would be the loveliest! (or him). We learn about and explore, try, and test ways and means of OLLI Classes Physical activity classes improving our memories. Moonwalking with Einstein: The Art and Science • Chambers County Library & Cobb Memorial Archives, 3419 of Remembering Everything* (New York: Penguin Press, 2011, ISBN- 20th Avenue, Valley, AL 36854 require completing a hold 10:159420229X, ISBN-13:978-1594202292) is the featured text. For more information, visit the class website at: https://sites.google.com/site/ harmless waiver. olli2011remembering/ SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS, PART I – A11427 THE WRITER’S LIFE: FREEING THE POEM WITHIN – A11435 YOGA FOR THE REST OF US – A11441 (Judith Hale, Presenter; Monday 12:45-2:15 p.m.) (Charlene Redick, Presenter; Monday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) (Pam Yuill, Presenter; Monday 2:30-4:00 p.m.) Relax, have fun, and learn enough Spanish to get along better Learn how to read a poem, write six different styles of poems, edit your This course focuses on gentle stretching, movement, and balance. while traveling, dining, and meeting the natives of Spanish-speaking poems, submit your poetry to journals, stage a poetry reading, and Breathing techniques and the practice of mindfulness are woven into countries. This is the first of three quarters of instruction. Our text and make a poetry chapbook. We look at clips from seven movies about each class. Also learn healthy and safe ways to move in everyday classroom conversation in Spanish insure success and progress. Texts: poets. A reading of the poems written will be staged. Refreshments will activities. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a mat and a pillow. Easy Spanish Reader and Dictionary of Spoken Spanish Words, Phrases be served. Fun! Fun! Fun! and Sentences (Plus, Spanish/English dictionary)*. Outside reading and OLLI at Auburn-Greater Valley Area study, one hour per week. WELLNESS FOR SENIORS – A11436 OLLI at Auburn and the Chambers County Library are partnering (Emily Ansick, Presenter; Monday & Wednesday 1:00-2:30 p.m., again to provide the opportunity for residents ofthe Greater Valley SPANISH INTERMEDIATE – A11428 HealthPlus Fitness Center) Area to participate in a member-led learning program. Valley (Judy Dekich, Presenter; Tuesday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) This course introduces you to exercise, nutrition, and overall wellness. residents are invited to join OLLI at Auburn and study and learn Do you already have a basic command of Spanish grammar, Our intention in teaching this course is to explain to you how to together during the five week (Oct. 6 – Nov. 3) Fall 2011 session. pronunciation and vocabulary? Do you need to put it all together to maintain fitness, balance, ideal weight, and feel good as you age. All classes will meet at the H. Bradshaw-Chambers County Library. progress beyond the beginner’s level? This class works on improving You will attend seminars, group exercise classes, and receive exercise Participants merely pay the annual membership dues of $25 and both reading and listening comprehension. Read the short but beautiful prescription and exercise equipment orientation by a qualified fitness are welcome to take one or two classes (Valley courses only). More children’s classic, El Principito, by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. Also listen specialist, nutritionist, and group exercise instructors. We hope you leave courses will be offered throughout the year. to an abridged audio version of the story. More listening exercises are this class healthier and feeling better than you have in years. Examples in the form of essays read by native speakers, as we learn about the of class curriculum: exercise adherence and motivation, heart health, Location: H. Grady Bradshaw Library & Cobb Memorial some of the culture of four Spanish-speaking countries: Spain, Mexico, nutrition, and orthopedic injuries in seniors. Archives, 3419 20th Avenue, Valley, AL 36854. Phone: Costa Rica, and Ecuador. This course is an easy-intermediate level; (334)768-2161 Greater Valley Area classes begin the week outside reading is minimal. Required Text: El Principito, by Antoine de WISDOM OF HISTORY – A11437 of October 6 and conclude on November 3. All courses, Saint-Exupéry.* (George Crispin and Stasia Dunlop, Presenters; Monday 12:45-2:15 p.m.) unless designated otherwise, are held on Thursdays at the In this Teaching Company DVD series, Professor Fears reviews the Chambers County Library & Cobb Memorial Archives. SPANISH: ADVANCED LISTENING – A11429 decisions made by great nations and important religions, so that we (Judy Dekich, Presenter; Tuesday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) may now benefit by their successes and avoid their mistakes. He THE GREAT INDIAN WARS OF 1540-1890 (VALLEY ONLY) Ready for a challenge? This course consists of seven episodes of a emphasizes that in order to do so we must learn to think historically. – A11442V Spanish television program broadcast to Spaniards. This is NOT slowed The last eight lectures relate to American history and warn us the U.S. (John Tidwell, Presenter; Thursday 9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m., Chambers down Spanish. We follow an adventure/travel journalist as she reports is subject to the same lessons of history as other great powers. County Library & Cobb Memorial Archives) on issues in clear, beautiful Spanish. She spends three weeks in each The year 1540 was a crucial turning point in American History. Indian locale making each hour-long episode. There are no transcripts, no WORDS, WORDS, WORDS – A11438 wars were incited by Francisco Coronado when English subtitles. A few Spanish subtitles are offered where needed. (Gillis Morgan, Presenter; Monday 2:30-4:00 p.m.) his expedition to the Great Plains launched the inevitable 350 year Come test your listening skills! What is a word? From whence cometh it? In what context is a word struggle between the white man and the American Indians. From correctly used? If you love words, you will enjoy this broad-based (and that point on, the series of battles began where blood was shed STORY TELLING – A11430 sometimes irreverent) look at the lexical component of the English and tens of thousands of lives were lost on both sides. This course (Jack Day, Presenter; Tuesday 10:15-11:45 a.m.) language, including our own colorful American English, and gain will examine many of the major confrontations such as the Battle of Learn how to craft an original story for telling, how to transform a insight into the origins of words and phrases. Learn about the birth Tippecanoe, the Battle of Horseshoe Bend, all three Seminole Wars, written story into an oral story, and get suggestions for telling a story. and transfiguration of American English. Study dialects, with special the Battle of Little Big Horn concluding with the Battle of Wounded Majority of class time is allotted to giving participants opportunities to emphasis on those of the South, clichés, euphemisms, slang, and Knee, where America’s landscape would be forever changed. tell stories and get feedback on how to improve their stories. phrases. Learn about the big versus the right word. Bring your favorite word books for reference. THE RISE AND TRAGIC FALL OF THE TEXTILE EMPIRE TAI CHI/CHI GONG: MOVE LIKE THE RIVER, BE STILL LIKE THE (VALLEY ONLY) – A11443V MOUNTAIN – A11431 WORLD WAR II: A MILITARY AND SOCIAL HISTORY, PART III (Richie Terry, Facilitator, Thursday 11:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Chambers (Kitty Frey, Presenter; Tuesday 12:45-2:00 p.m.) – A11439 County Library & Cobb Memorial Archives) Tai Chi and Chi Gong are health enhancing practices from the East that (Tom McCormick, Presenter; Tuesday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) After the Civil War, the rapidly expanding textile industry came south promote strength, flexibility, relaxation, focus and greater balance both We conclude our study of the most destructive war ever experienced where large numbers of cotton mills were built in the south eventually externally and internally. Western medical research finds the Tai Chi by this planet. We evaluate the outcome of this war, its meaning in a surpassing the north in the 1880s. With exceptional leadership, the for Health programs, which will form the basis of this class, to be safe global, political and military context, and its historical significance. Text: industry continued to flourish until the latter part of the twentieth and effective. Together we’ll explore the essential principles of Tai Chi World War II: A Military and Social History by Thomas Childers.* century when it began to fall apart. This course will take an in-depth and look at ways to incorporate them into strong balanced movement look at what caused the demise of the industry in several Alabama in everyday life.Join the Movement! Wear flat soled shoes and clothes WRITING OUR LIVES – A11440 towns such as Thomasville, Opelika, Lanett, and Fairfax. Schedule suitable for exercise-chairs will be available and used as needed (Cathy Buckhalt and Terry Ley, Presenters; Tuesday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) topics include the following: Bob Whetston - “One Foot in the Cotton “Our lives are like a patchwork quilt, and it is only in the evening of Field and One in the Mill;” David Seagraves -” Historic Overview of THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY – ENGINEERING life that we can see the pattern of what we have woven” (Richard Textile Industry in Alabama;” Brian Muenger - Talladega Mills; Eddie DISASTERS – A11433 L. Morgan, “Saving Our Stories: A Legacy We Leave”). We all have Lanier - Opelika Mills” and “Mills of Valley and Lanett.” (Jim Barber, Presenter; Monday 8:30-10:00 a.m.) stories to tell! Here is an opportunity to reclaim your memories, write Sure, we all make mistakes, but when you’re at the leading edge of about them, and share them with a receptive audience of peers. We human ingenuity and engineering ambition, one slip, and one tiny write each week responding to stimulus prompts provided by the error can have almost unimaginable consequences. With over six hours presenter. Text: The Heart and Craft of Lifestory Writing by Sharon *Most textbooks have been ordered through of on-the-scene footage, powerful reenactments, expert analysis and Lippincott, Lighthouse Point Press, and Lights on a Ground of Darkness the AU Bookstore. Used copies may be graphic reconstructions, this fantastically detailed DVD course is the by Ted Kooser, Bison Books.* Recommended homework: finishing available at the Gnu’s Room. For your ultimate pre- and postmortem on the most notorious engineering and revising what you have begun in class and reading self-selected convenience, bookstore staff will sell books disasters of the past 100 years. memoirs, biographies, and autobiographies. at the General Meeting, Monday, September 19, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., second INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY: OLLI at Auburn follows the policy of Auburn University with regard to closing for floor lobby of the Lexington Hotel, and on inclement weather. If AU is closed because of weather conditions, our classes will be canceled. Check television or radio Monday, September 26, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. for news of closing. Back to School Social Wednesday, Oct. 5, 4:00-6:00 p.m. at the Alabama REGISTRATION FOR OLLI AT AUBURN MEMBERSHIP 2011-2012 TERM Farmers Pavilion, Ag Heritage Park and/or fall 2011 COURSES Auburn University Campus Please indicate your course choices on the form below. You will be admitted into your classes on All OLLI members are invited! The Alabama Farmers Pavilion is the red building near the pond in the Agricultural Heritage a space available basis. Please register prior to the course start dates to allow our staff adequate Park, conveniently located on Donahue Drive between time for classroom space planning. Samford Avenue and Lem Morrison Drive on the Auburn FOUR CONVENIENT WAYS TO REGISTER University campus. Members whose last names begin with Call (334) 844-5100 Web www.olliatauburn.org to register online A-I bring beverages and J-Z bring food. Make plans to join Fax (334) 844-3101 Mail OLLI at Auburn, 301 O.D. Smith Hall, Auburn, AL 36849-5608 us for a fun and festive evening at the Pavilion!

PC 101 Computer Help Desk Name: ______(Nametag Preference) ______(W.C. McPherson, Technician; Monday 2:30 – 4:00 p.m., second floor lobby, Lexington Hotel) OLLI members may seek assistance, Address: ______City, State, Zip: ______first come, first serve. Bring your laptop if possible. No appointment Telephone: (______)______Email Address:______or registration needed to use Help Desk. Emergency Contact: ______Phone: (______)______Preferred contact method: q Email q Postal Service I would like to volunteer for the ______committee.

COURSES - PLEASE LIST NAMES & CODES HERE (NO LIMIT, REGISTER FOR AS MANY AS DESIRED) ______OLLI 2011-2012 MEMBERSHIP TERM IS JULY 1, 2011 THRU JUNE 30, 2012. OLLI GENERAL MEETING SEPTEMBER 19 “Our Canine Protectors: Why They are Elite Athletes” Auburn Registrants Annual Dues (Once annual dues are paid members need not pay again until the 2012-2013 Term). OLLI at Auburn is delighted to announce that Dr. Robert Gillette, ______$ 25.00 2011-2012 OLLI Membership Dues A1112DUES director of the Animal Health and Performance Program (AHPP) in the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, is the keynote Academic Fees (Annual Dues are required to take courses). speaker for our Fall Term 2011 General Membership Meeting on Monday, September 19, at 10 a.m. Accompanied by canine friends, ______$ 140.00 FALL/WINTER/SPRING COURSES 3 Terms A1112FWS Dr. Gillette’s topic is “Our Canine Protectors: Why They are Elite ______$ 115.00 FALL/WINTER COURSES 2 Terms A1112FW Athletes.” ______$ 115.00 FALL/SPRING COURSES 2 Terms A1112FS Meet OLLI members and staff, ask questions, and sign up for ______$ 65.00 FALL COURSES ONLY 1 Term A1112FA courses. Dress is casual. An Information Fair featuring organizations ______$ _____ DONATION (Additional contribution toward operating costs to keep OLLI strong) and service programs from Auburn University and throughout the community is scheduled from 8:45 – 9:45 a.m. Coffee and cookies ______$ TOTAL AMOUNT DUE (Example: $25 dues + $65 fee + $donation = $TOTAL) served at 8:45 a.m. and the program starts at 10 a.m. New member orientation starts immediately following the meeting. All events are held at the Lexington Hotel. GREATER VALLEY AREA Registrants (Only eligible to attend classes in the Valley area) ______$ 25.00 2011-12 Greater Valley Area OLLI Membership Dues A1112VDUES

KEEPING THE FAITH: ORDINARY PEOPLE, EXTRAORDINARY LIVES Payment: q Visa q MasterCard q American Express q Discover Lecture with Dr. Wayne Flynt q q q Wednesday, Oct. 26 • Noon • Ballroom of Lexington Hotel Cash Check Money Order Wayne Flynt will discuss his latest book Keeping the Faith: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Lives. Dr. Flynt is Profes- PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYBLE TO AUBURN UNIVERSITY sor Emeritus in the Department of History at Auburn Card Number ______Expiration Date ______University. His research focuses on Southern culture, Alabama politics, Southern religion, education reform, and Name on the Card ______Card Verification Number ______poverty. His book will be available for purchase from the AU Bookstore at the lecture. The membership annual dues ($25) are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend a term for which you have Master Naturalist Brown Bag Program Doyle Keasal, environmental educator with AU Cooperative Extension already paid, please notify the office before the term begins. All cancellation requests must be received in writing. See System, presents a Brown Bag program on the Alabama Master Naturalist www.olliatauburn.org for the full refund policy. Thank you. Program for adults who enjoy and want to learn about Alabama’s natural resources. The event is scheduled for11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. at the FOR OFFICE USE ONLY Amount ______Receipt # ______Date ______Lexington Hotel on Monday, October 10.