FALL 2019 | CLASSES, EVENTS, AND SOCIALS

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Non-credit educational opportunities are offered in the Fall and Spring semesters to a growing membership of lifelong learners. Instruction is provided by volunteers from faculty Volunteer Learn something new. and the community at large. Events and socials for members are Opportunities! offered regularly and add to the social fabric of the society. There are multiple opportunities Have fun doing it! to support the RaySociety by Membership Options sharing your time and talents. All current members are welcome to Annual RaySociety membership extends from July 1 through participate! Options include: June 30. A fall and spring catalog will be issued to all members. • Host Team • Annual membership $50 per person • Set Up/Support Team About the RaySociety • 2-year membership $95 per person • Program Committee • 3-year membership $140 per person The RaySociety is a volunteer- • Lifetime membership $2,500 per person • Events and Socials supported program of Drake Committee Benefits of Lifetime Membership: no annual renewal fees, University, dedicated to all persons no standard ($30) class registration fees, 75 percent tax • Membership & Marketing who seek opportunities for lifelong deductible, option to pay in annual installments over a three- Committee year period. learning to enrich their lives in a • RaySociety Council

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Simon and Garfunkel: Poet/Musicians Art: A Glimpse into the Net of Indra Course Table of Contents of Folk-Rock (Part 1) with Ignatius Widiapradja with Carl Johnson Thursdays, September 5, 12, 19 Simon and Garfunkel: Poet/Musicians of Folk-Rock (Part 1)...... 7 Tuesdays, September 3, 10, 17, 24 10—11:30 a.m. Jon Anderson White Riverboat Lunch Cruise...... 7 1:30—3:30 p.m. Location to be announced in class reminder Art: A Glimpse into the Net of Indra...... 7 Location to be announced in class reminder COST $30 Strategy for Advanced Mah Jongg Players...... 7 COST $30 Water Aerobics...... 8 This is a three-part lecture series about how Art, throughout history, has allowed us to glimpse into ...... This course will examine all of the songs on Simon Grotesques of Des Moines Tour 8 the complex and multi-faceted natures of reality. Contemporary Issues on Campus...... 8 and Garfunkel’s five studio albums as poetry, and how the words are enriched by the music. Each ses- The first session explores how the arts from the ...... Great Readings Discussion Group 9 sion will study one of their albums as a step on their prehistoric and archaic society through the present Understanding the World...... 9 journey to becoming the quintessential proponents time show the evolution of perceived realities. The Causes and Solutions: Youth Homelessness in Iowa...... 10 of what came to be known as folk-rock. second session discusses the inherent characteris- tics of basic visual images and their relationship to Saving Democracy—Volunteer Research at ...... 10 symbols. The last session is about the power of art Economic Roundtable...... 10 Carl Johnson conducts the Des Moines Community Orchestra and teaches at all levels. He earned his for good and evil...... Des Moines Talks 11 bachelor’s degree in music at UCLA and his master’s Iowa Caucus: A 2019 Progress Report...... 12 degree in instrumental conducting from Drake. Carl Ignatius Widiapradja is an Emeritus Associate Inside and the ...... 12 has over 45 years of experience teaching music Professor of Art at Drake University. He received his Bachelor of Fine Arts cum laude from University When Disaster Strikes: The Emergency Management Response...... 13 at all educational levels. He has taught a variety of music and film classes for the RaySociety. of Texas in 1983, and Master of Fine Arts suma cum The Best Movie Year Ever? ...... 13 laude from Southern Illinois University in 1985. He Whiteness and Race...... 13 taught at Drake University from 1985 till 2014. From Grand Time Workshop: Making a Halloween Costume Together...... 14 Jon Anderson White Riverboat Lunch 2013 to 2016, he was the Chief Creative Officer at Drake vs. Valparaiso Football...... 14 Cruise MT Jewelry in Bandung, Indonesia. Eating an Elephant in Small Bites: Downsizing for Seniors...... 14 Wednesday, September 4 Revisiting the Vietnam War...... 14 12—2:00 p.m. Strategy for Advanced Mah Jongg Jay N. Darling: Pilot for an Afternoon Excursion ...... 15 Rathbun Marina - 21646 Marina Place, Players Moravia, IA 52571 Talk and Tap...... 15 with Margie Davidson COST $40 / LIMIT 50 That’s Amore! Drake Opera Theater...... 15 Thursdays, September 5, 12, 19, 26 Registration deadline August 22 Journey Through Book Land: “Watson, the Game is Afoot!”...... 15 1—3:00 p.m. Famous Mathematical Problems...... 16 Location to be announced in class reminder Enjoy a private floating lunch on Lake Rathbun with COST $30 / LIMIT 16 The Science and Politics of Climate Change...... 16 your fellow RaySociety members! In what’s sure to ...... be a memorable afternoon, you’ll take in the view on Ancient Shipwrecks Under Ancient Seas 16 If you have played mah jongg regularly for at least a riverboat resplendent in the style of the Golden Era The Prediction, Discovery, and Conformation of Black Holes...... 17 two years and want to hone your skills and develop of river travel, with a décor of gold Chiavari chairs Iconic Des Moines Area Restaurants...... 17 more effective offensive and defensive strategies, under a gilded pressed tin ceiling, custom carpet, this class is for you. We will share our ideas, thoughts 1989 Velvet Revolution in Prague...... 17 solid oak rope columns and Royal Blue walls. Lunch and strategies and discuss in detail each element of Health Insurance Landscape: 2019...... 18 will be provided by Trellis Catering, and a cash bar the game, starting with the Charleston through the That’s Entertainment!...... 18 will be available for participants. beginning game, the mid game and the end game. Physical and Occupational Therapy for Health Recovery and Maintenance ...... 19 Each class session will include discussion time and Participants should plan to provide their own trans- European Fascism, 1918 - 1945...... 19 time to play. Our fourth session will be a no-stress, portation to the Rathbun Marina, and arrive no later ...... mini-tournament! Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage - Exploring Sustainability From the Ground Up 19 than 11:45 a.m. for a 12:00 p.m. departure. Yoga: It’s Not Just for Flexible People!...... 20 NOTE: This is NOT a beginning class. Bring your own 2019 National Mah Jongg League card. Nazi Hunger Politics: Food and Starvation during World War II...... 20 Margie Davidson spent her career in varied profes- sions ending with 23 years at Drake, in academic advising and the office of student records before retiring in 2012. Always a gamer, Margie’s retirement

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plan included learning mah jongg in a RaySociety Jan Fleming is the author of Song of Iowa and Re- Epsilon, one of the largest social fraternities, where Philip Roth. *The anthology is available upon request class in 2012. She became enchanted with both jection-It Doesn’t Exist. After receiving her masters in he directed risk management and litigation issues. for $35 (payable to the instructor). You can order a playing and helping others learn the intricacies of music from Northwestern University, Jan sang opera, copy by contacting Bruce at 515-288-3427 or bruce- the game. In addition to teaching with the RaySoci- oratorio, recital and concert in Chicago, Washington Monday, September 23 [email protected]. You are encouraged to obtain ety she has taught mah jongg with Des Moines Com- DC. She obtained her Master of Science in Educa- Erin Lain and Tony Tyler - Equity and Inclusion in the anthology prior to the first meeting of the group. munity Education and Senior College, and competes tion from Drake University and taught special edu- Higher Education: Drake Edition in local tournaments. Margie designed this class with cation in Des Moines area schools, and directed The This course will take a dive into Drake’s definition of Bruce Martin is professor emeritus, English, and the lots of help from her mah jongg buddies! Harbour in Dubuque. She received her master’s in Equity and Inclusion, and current initiatives on cam- Ellis and Nelle Levitt Professor of English at Drake. clinical social work from the . She pus. Participants will gain some understanding of the He taught at Drake from 1967 to 2006, offering Water Aerobics has been cited as a preservationist for historical experience of diverse students on campus, and learn courses in 19th and 20th century British literature with Darlene Strachan architecture in the City of Des Moines. about the ways Drake has responded to incidences and in literary theory. In 1986–1987, he held a Ful- of hate on campus in the past and recently. bright lectureship at the National University of Singa- Fridays, September 6 – November 8 pore, where he later served as visiting professor of 9—10:00 a.m. Contemporary Issues on Campus with Keith Summerville, Tom Logan, Erin Erin Lain is the Associate Provost of Campus Equity English. Subsequently he was awarded Fulbright lec- Bell Center Pool, 1421 27th St., and Inclusion and a Professor of at the Drake tureships to South Korea and Madagascar. He is now Des Moines, IA 50311 Lain, Tony Tyler, John Smith Law School. Tony Tyler is an Assistant Dean of contentedly retired and actively involved in reading COST $30 / LIMIT 25 Mondays, September 9, 16, 23, 30 Students at Drake University and works to support for pleasure, travel, and various musical activities. 10—11:30 a.m. 15 multicultural student organizations and Equity and This 10-session class features stretching and dy- Location to be announced in class reminder Inclusion initiatives on campus. Understanding the World namic exercises, music, games, dance, , COST $30 with David Kaufman and good-natured people! Bring a towel and your Monday, September 30 John Smith - Big Ideas: Transforming Drake’s Session 1: Wednesday, September 11 at swimsuit. Exercise equipment such as water buoys Monday, September 9 9:30—11 a.m. and noodles are provided at the Bell Center. You do Keith Summerville – Enrollment Landscape Promising Future not need to know how to swim to participate in this Higher education is being roiled by demographic Big ideas are transformational, single-concept ideas Session 2: Tuesday, October 22 at 2—3:30 class. All fitness levels are welcome. Join us! challenges, increasing price sensitivity, and aggres- that build on the strengths of Drake University. The p.m. sive recruiting from flagship public institutions. This initiative calls upon the campus community to define Session 3: Tuesday, November 12 at 2—3:30 Darlene Strachan’s love for water aerobics started course will explore the enrollment landscape facing Drake’s future and position the University as one of p.m. years ago as a participant. Now you will find her in Drake University and will outline some innovative the leading institutions of higher education. The Big Session 4: Thursday, December 5 at 2—3:30 the pool as a student, as well as on the deck teach- steps the University has taken to meet the challenge. Ideas initiative represents a new, more inclusive ap- proach to how Drake will plan for our future, and in p.m. ing at Prairie Life Fitness Center. Darlene’s goal is Temple B’nai Jeshurun, 5101 Grand Ave., for everyone to have fun while getting an energetic Keith Summerville received his undergraduate turn, the ideas generated will direct the University’s workout! degree in environmental science from Westminster fundraising priorities over the next several years. Des Moines, IA 50312 College and his PhD from Miami University. Keith COST $30 has served Drake in Admissions, Alumni Grotesques of Des Moines Tour is currently the Levitt Distinguished Professor of John Smith Relations, Gift Planning, and Development. In 2006 Rabbi David Kaufman leads a monthly discussion of with Jan Fleming environmental science at Drake University and his teaching interests include restoration ecology, con- he assumed the role of Vice President for Advance- current world events with an emphasis on the Middle Sunday, September 8 servation biology, agroecology, and environmental ment. Smith has seen Drake through the lens of a East. With the world changing around us, there will 1:30—3 p.m. policy. He currently serves as the Deputy Provost for student, staff member, spouse of an alumna, admin- always be interesting new developments to discuss. Bus pick up: 3206 University Ave., enrollment management at Drake. istrator, and most recently as a parent. Smith is lead- Rabbi Kaufman will give his analysis of these topics Des Moines, IA 50311 ing the Big Ideas initiative for the Drake community. and invite questions and comments from the class. COST $7 / LIMIT 56 Monday, September 16 Registration deadline: August 29 Tom Logan - Drake Greek Life After a Century – So- Great Readings Discussion Group David Kaufman has been the Rabbi of Temple B’nai cial and Legal Issues for the Next 100 Years with Bruce Martin Jeshurun, a Reform Jewish congregation in Des This session explores current issues facing the Moines, since May 2003. He received his ordina- Come discover the remarkable Grotesques and oth- 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month starting Greek Letter social societies at Drake University, tion from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of er carvings on buildings in Des Moines. Des Moines September 10 (meets year-round) including the relationship between sororities and Religion in Cincinnati in 2001 and he holds master’s and Iowa have stone carvings that rival any found in fraternities at Drake and other colleges and universi- 6:30—8 p.m. degrees in Hebrew literature from HUC-JIR and in Europe! A bus will take us to see the 28 faces on the ties across the U.S. We’ll explore current legal issues Location to be announced in class reminder the history of Judaism from Duke University. Rabbi Polk County Court House; the imposing rams’ heads for the host institutions and the societies’ national COST: FREE* / LIMIT 30 Kaufman did his undergraduate work at the Universi- on the Performing Arts Building on Locust; the gar- governing bodies. ty of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, where he graduated goyle-like creatures on the Suite of 800 Locust and Bruce Martin will lead the discussion of various with a double major in religious studies and political the other amazing carvings in the Des Moines area. is a former partner of Hopkins & Hueb- “great readings.” These readings will come from science. Jan Fleming will guide the tour and offer history and Tom Logan ner Law Firm in Des Moines, specializing in civil an anthology of literary selections by authors from connections with other carvings around the World. litigation. Following thirty plus years of practice, he various time periods and cultures. The fall term will served as national general counsel to Sigma Alpha include fiction by Virginia Woolf, John Fowles and

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Causes and Solutions: Youth Smart. He is originally from Charlottesville, VA, where has been teaching in the primary area of finance in Session 3: Trauma! What Trauma? with Romonda Homelessness in Iowa he graduated from the University of Virginia with the College of Business and Public Administration Belcher degrees in History and Economics. After graduation, at Drake since 1999. In addition to being an active This session will identify trauma and how it affects with Toby O’Berry he taught History and Politics in England for a year member of the academic community, he maintains a behaviors. You will recognize why it is important to Wednesdays, September 11, 18, 25 as a U.K. Teaching and Resident Fellow. He joined close connection to the private sector through both be trauma-informed and how to prevent the re-vic- 1—2:30 p.m. Vote Smart in 2015. consulting and the delivery of certificate programs timization of those you encounter. We will discuss Location to be announced in class reminder taught to area business leaders through Drake’s resiliency in the face of trauma and compassion fa- COST $30 Annie Petersen is the Director of Officials Research Center for Professional Studies. Root also holds a tigue in your chosen professions. Attendees will par- at Vote Smart. Annie grew up in the Des Moines visiting professorship at Makerere University Busi- ticipate in two assessments, the Adverse Childhood More than 1,500 youth annually are at-risk of or are area, where she developed an early interest in U.S. ness School (MUBS) in Uganda. Experience (ACE) Questionnaire and a Compassion currently homeless in Central Iowa. Iowa Homeless politics. She graduated from the University of Iowa in Fatigue Self-Test. Youth Centers help homeless/at-risk youth get back 2013 with a degree in Journalism and International Des Moines Talks on a path towards self-sufficiency. Join staff from Studies, and she joined Vote Smart in the spring of with Maria Filippone, Dan Chibnall, Romonda D. Belcher is a District Associate Judge IHYC as they lead a comprehensive class on the 2017. in Iowa Fifth Judicial District, currently presiding Romonda Belcher, and Bruce Gerleman over juvenile cases in Polk County. As a graduate causes of youth homelessness and also the solu- Tuesdays, October 1, 15, 22, 29 tions for ending youth homelessness in Polk County. James Wypych is the Director of Elections Research of Drake Law School, Judge Belcher has dedicated This will be an interactive course with the opportuni- at Vote Smart, and joined the Vote Smart team in 10—11:30 a.m. over 24 years of public service in the legal field. ty to tour the IHYC Youth Opportunity Center during March 2017. Originally from Wellington, New Zea- Location to be announced in class reminder She interacts daily with individuals who have experi- the third session. Class activites will involve par- land, James studied at Drake University, graduating COST $30 enced trauma, and she provides judicial training on ticipating in a poverty simulation and hearing from with a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations in being trauma-informed. homeless youth about their experience overcoming December 2016. Session 1: Experiences Working in Gaza with Maria homelessness and how IHYC helped them get back Filippone Session 4: Downtown Development, Historic Pres- on their feet. Economic Roundtable Maria Filippone is a physician, yoga teacher, and ervation, World Trade, BBQ and Fish with Bruce with Tom Root co-founder of Des Moines Young Artists’ Theater. Gerleman Toby O’Berry is the Director at Iowa Homeless Youth Maria recently earned her 200-hour RYT yoga teach- Bruce Gerleman—developer, entrepreneur, and Session 1: Friday, September 13 at 2—3:30 restauranteur—has played a significant role in Centers. He leads the day-to-day operations of the p.m. er certification. She also co-owns Noce, Des Moines’ IHYC team. IHYC works with 650+ at-risk or home- premiere jazz club, is a mother to three girls, and has development. Learn how he less youth each year. Toby received his bachelor’s Session 2: Friday, October 18 at 2—3:30 been pursuing a life-long dream of learning Arabic. purchased a $15,000,000 mall with no money down, degree in management from and his p.m. Maria loves to garden, write, dance and travel. Her quietly acquired 17 downtown properties, and then MBA from the University of Denver. Session 3: Friday, November 15 at 2—3:30 favorite place to visit is the region of Palestine and renovated entire blocks of the Court Avenue Dis- p.m. Israel. Maria volunteers in Gaza as often as possible, trict. Hear the stories of the Martin Hotel, Juke Box Saving Democracy—Volunteer Session 4: Friday, December 13 at 2—3:30 offering medical education, mental health care and Saturday Night, The Kaplan Hat Company, Interna- teaching yoga to the local community. tional Trade Center of Iowa, The Rock Island Depot, Research at Vote Smart p.m. Jethro’s BBQ, and Splash Seafood Bar and Grill. Location to be announced in class reminder with Walker McKusick, Annie Petersen, and Session 2: Fake News, Filters, & Falsehoods: Navi- James Wypych COST $30 gating Information Overload in the 21st Century Bruce Gerleman has a degree in business adminis- Fridays, September 13, 20, 27, October 4 with Dan Chibnall tration from Wichita State University. His first job was 10—11:30 a.m. As the large number of declared democratic pres- Fake news is only one symptom of a larger shift in marketing mattresses, but he had a goal to work for idential candidates are visiting Iowa, the strength how we create, consume, and converse about infor- himself. Bruce purchased his first apartment build- Vote Smart -1153 24th St, of the economy will be a topic of much interest and ing at 22, and has historically renovated more than Des Moines, IA 50311 mation in our high-speed, technology-rich culture. debate. This year’s Economic Roundtable will con- We will discuss, explore, and critically think about 20 buildings across the nation. He’s acknowledged COST $30 tinue the discussion surrounding the sustainability misinformation, news consumption, social media, as the first person in Iowa to complete a Certified of the current economic expansion. We will explore the rise of memes, and the fall of logic. You will learn Historic Renovation according to US Department of This is an opportunity to help Vote Smart save the political proposals from both sides of the aisle how to raise your awareness of the newest problems Interior standards. His company, Gerleman Manage- democracy. Vote Smart provides unbiased informa- and try to cut through the rhetoric and look at the surrounding types of information and how to be a ment, Inc. employs nearly 800 Iowans. tion on elected officials and candidates to American economic facts. Topics will include U.S. trade policy, better consumer, sharer, and creator of information. voters. Throughout the course, you will learn about the impact of the tax reform now that the new policy and perform your own research. Each class will be has been in effect for a reporting season, the Fed- Dan Chibnall is the STEM Librarian and Assistant dedicated to a specific aspect of how Vote Smart eral Reserve’s possible interest rate decreases, the Professor of Librarianship at Drake University. He accomplishes its mission, including research, data influence of the executive branch in monetary policy, researches and teaches courses on topics relating to entry, and publishing research. All you need is an economic proposals from the presidential primary science communication, science fiction, misinforma- understanding of how to use a computer and willing- candidates, Brexit, and the news of the day. tion, and information behaviors. Dan also currently ness to set aside partisan beliefs. serves as the President of the Iowa Library Associa- Thomas Root holds four degrees including a PhD tion and advocates on behalf of libraries statewide. Walker McKusick is the National Director of Vote in economics from the University of Kansas. Root

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Iowa Caucus: A 2019 Progress Report Session 3: Doug Gross and Tom Henderson placed Iowa at the top of the list of America’s most is a graduate of Drake University and Iowa State with Dennis Goldford, Dave Price, Brianne Doug Gross received his BA from Iowa Wesleyan beautiful capitols. University. Pfannenstiel, Doug Gross, and Tom College and his JD from Drake. He is a member of Our first meeting will allow you to sit in comfort while BrownWinick law firm. Doug has extensive campaign you learn the ins and outs of building and maintain- Henderson The Best Movie Year Ever? experience in Iowa, including involvement in numer- ing a 19th century Renaissance style building. You with Tom Beell Wednesdays, October 2, 16, 23 ous successful gubernatorial, congressional, and will learn about the gilding of our dome, the fire of 10—11:30 a.m. state legislative campaigns. Among other positions, 1904, and the talented restoration artists that have Thursday, October 3, 10, 17, 24 Location to be announced in class reminder he served as Chief of Staff to Governor Terry Brans- turned back the hands of time in the most beautiful 2—3:30 p.m. COST $30 tad and Administrative Assistant to Governor Robert fashion. Our second class will include a private tour Location to be announced in class reminder D. Ray. and some fascinating glimpses into Iowa’s past. COST $30 Blame it on Jimmy Carter. Forty years ago, the nation recognized that the “Road to the Presidency” runs Tom Henderson has his undergraduate and law Dana Vasey has more than 20 years experience Nearly everyone agrees that Hollywood produced through Iowa. Currently, the race for the Presidency degrees from Drake and is an attorney and member giving guided tours and group talks on Terrace Hill, more great motion pictures in 1939 than ever before is well underway. Candidates have been crisscross- at Whitfield & Eddy Law. He is an active participant and its residents, the Iowa’s State Capitols and the or since. But there were other seminal years when ing Iowa, looking for the key that will propel them to in Democratic Party politics, and his leadership USS Iowa. Her love of history and depth of research filmmakers topped themselves. We’ll explore some their Party’s nomination and ultimate victory in 2020. positions in the party have included 19 years as Polk surrounding people and events of early Iowa will of those years as well as 1939 and see if movies are History proves that it’s not so much winning the County Democratic Chair, a member of the Iowa make for an interesting and entertaining journey indeed “better than ever.” Iowa Caucus, as it is surviving and meeting expec- delegation to the Democratic National Convention through the past. tations, that can make the difference. But, without a in 1996 and 2000, and Chair of the Iowa Democratic Thomas Beell’s connection to motion pictures began strong showing in the Iowa Caucus, most candidates Party Rules Committee. When Disaster Strikes: The Emergency at 16 when he managed a neighborhood movie the- quickly fall by the wayside. Join us as we learn about Management Response atre in Tacoma, Washington. After joining the faculty the history of politics in Iowa and our nation, size up Inside Terrace Hill and the Iowa State with A.J. Mumm of the Greenlee School of Journalism at Iowa State the candidates from the point of view of professional Thursdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24 University, Beell taught film courses while reviewing Capitol movies for the Ames Tribune for 20 years. He later journalists following the campaign and sit down with 10—11:30 a.m. local “pros” to get their perspective on what’s hap- with Dana Vasey co-hosted a movie show on WOI radio for 15 years. pening as we get closer to that eventful day when, Wednesdays, October 2, 16, 23, 30 Polk County Emergency Operations Center Currently, he presents a weekly movie/music show after more than a year of campaigning in our state, 2—3:30 p.m. 1907 Carpenter Ave., Des Moines, IA 50314 on KHOI, a community radio station in Ames. Iowans turn out on a cold January night to show their Location to be announced in class reminder COST $30 preferences. COST $30 / LIMIT 35 Whiteness and Race Registration deadline: September 25 Every day disaster strikes somewhere in the Unit- with Godfried Asante Session 1: Dennis Goldford ed States, and often those disasters strike close to Fridays, October 4, 11 Dennis Goldford is Professor of Political Science at home. Join us as we learn more about the important Sessions 1 and 2 - Terrace Hill, The Palace on the Drake University, and was the Flansburg Fellow at role Polk County Emergency Management plays in 2—3:30 p.m. Prairie that captivated two Iowa millionaires Location to be announced in class reminder the Harkin Institute. He is co-author of The Iowa Pre- In 1869, six hundred of the wealthiest most influential bringing together those first responders needed to cinct Caucuses: The Making of A Media Event, 3rd people in Iowa and America would pass through the meet the needs of affected parties. Be it fire, flood, COST $20 / LIMIT 40 ed., and he serves as a political analyst for KCCI-TV massive entrance of Terrace Hill. The highly sought tornado, explosion, or any other emergency—offi- and Iowa Public Radio. after invitations were compellingly simple: cials respond in a planned and coordinated effort. This course will critically interrogate whiteness as Mr. & Mrs. B.F. Allen We will learn from Polk County Emergency Manage- a racial category. For instance, what is whiteness? Session 2: Dave Price and Brianne Pfannenstiel At Home ment staff, as well as from first responders who make Who is white? What does it mean to be white in the Dave Price is WHO-TV’s political director and week- Friday Evening January 29, 1869 7 1⁄2 O’Clock up part of this team effort. U.S.? How did white become a racial category? Why end anchor. He began his career in radio, then tran- Terrace Hill is whiteness invisible to many white people? How sitioned to television, working as a reporter, anchor, On this glittering night, one of the attendees was a Session 1: The WHY, WHAT and HOW of Local does whiteness intersect with class and gender and assignment manager. Price’s work has been young F.M. Hubbell. His family would one day call Emergency Management to produce social and economic inequality? This recognized with national Emmy and Edward R. Mur- this magnificent mansion home for eighty years. Step Session 2: Building Partnerships For Success— discussion-based class will ponder these questions row awards, as well as dozens of state and regional back in time and learn more about the residents of Traditional Response Agencies through readings and thoughtful engagement with honors. His new book is Caucus Chaos Trump. this incredible historic landmark. Our second class Session 3: Building Partnerships For Success— each other. will include a private tour of the Governor’s mansion Support Organizations Addressing Other Needs Brianne Pfannenstiel is ’s and gardens, including the newly renovated swim- Session 4: Real Life Case Studies Godfried Asante is an Assistant Professor of Com- chief politics reporter. She joined the Register in ming pool built by the Hubbells. munication Studies at Drake University. Godfried has 2015, and has covered four legislative sessions, A.J. Mumm has been the Director of the Polk County a PhD in Intercultural Communication from the Uni- a multitude of presidential campaigns in the 2016 Emergency Management Agency since 2004. He Sessions 3 and 4: Beneath the Golden Dome versity of New Mexico with an emphasis on LGBTI caucus cycle, and most recently, the governor’s race. If it’s been a number of years since you stepped has served in the Iowa Homeland Security and rights in Africa. His research interests focus on social Pfannenstiel graduated from the University of Kansas foot in our State Capitol, you are in for a delightful Emergency Management Department as Chief identities such as race, class, gender, and sexuality in 2010. surprise. The years of painstaking restoration have Planner. Mumm was a firefighter and EMT with the in transnational contexts. Ankeny Fire Department for more than 12 years. He

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Grand Time Workshop: Making a Eating an Elephant in Small Bites: David Skidmore is a Professor of Political Science DANCE Halloween Costume Together Downsizing for Seniors at Drake University and author of several books and Des Moines Civic Center 221 Walnut St., Des Moines, numerous articles on American foreign policy. He IA 50309 with Jolie Pelds with Tisa Johnson has taught a course on the Vietnam War yearly since Saturday, October 5 Monday, October 7 1986. Explore the Dance Series at Des Moines Performing 12—4:00 p.m. OR Arts through this two-session course that includes an - 401 W Martin Luther Tuesday, October 8 Jay N. Darling: Pilot for an Afternoon informational presentation, active participation, and a performance experience. During these sessions, you King Jr. Pkwy., Des Moines, IA 50309 2—3:30 p.m. Excursion COST $20 / LIMIT: 15 child participants* Location to be announced in class reminder will learn more about the booking process and edu- with Sam Koltinsky Registration deadline September 26 COST: FREE / LIMIT 40 PER SESSION cation programming of the Dance Series, participate Monday, October 14 in hands-on tap-based movement activities, and see 2—3:30 p.m. DORRANCE DANCE. Fee includes performance tick- Examine a lifetime’s worth of belongings and Spend some time with your grandchild making and et. No dance experience necessary to participate. memories and why it can be challenging and over- Location to be announced in class reminder creating not only unforgettable memories, but also Participants are required to attend both sessions. whelming to make decisions about letting “stuff” go. COST: FREE a costume to wear for Halloween. Staff from the Sci- Whether downsizing by choice or by circumstance, ence Center of Iowa’s Innovation Lab will help guide *NOTE: $50 per participant (includes performance we will discuss the difficulties and the opportunities You are invited to take a journey into the present. you in sewing, fusing plastics, using a laser cutter, ticket and workshop fee; $15 for those who already traveling lighter provides. More practically, we will Jay N. “Ding” Darling is the pilot, and Drake Univer- soldering, sew-able circuits and more to create a have performance ticket). unique, one-of-a-kind costume. This workshop aims share different philosophies and strategies seniors sity is the destination. Let’s see what Darling has in to show you the power of making things based on might employ in their decision-making process, and store for us with his whimsical and creative itinerary! your own ideas and designs. No previous experi- provide encouragement and support for getting That’s Amore! ence as a maker is necessary. Children can bring an started or keeping on. Sam Koltinsky, award-winning documetarian, started with Drake Opera Theater existing costume to hack or build a new one from his 25-year film career after the fall of the Berlin Wall Friday, October 18 scratch. Lunch will be provided. Tisa Johnson has owned and operated Senior Tran- in 1989 while living in Germany. Upon his return to 7:00 p.m. pre-performance talk sitioning Services since 2015. A former social worker, the , Sam produced a documentary 7:30 p.m. concert - Sheslow series in Southwest Florida entited Untold Stories *Registration requires at least one grandparent (or she recognizes the many practical and emotional Auditorium, Old Main, 2507 University other adult) per child participant. More than one factors involved in making a later-life move. She and for PBS. During this time he met Jay N. Darling’s Ave., Des Moines, IA 50311 adult may participate per child. The $20 registration her team seek to make big transitions as smooth grandson, Kip, and wife Andrea in 2004. What has fee is per child participant to cover cost of materials as possible by handling logistics such as packing, transpired since that time has been a culmination of COST: FREE (ex: 2 grandparents with one child = $20). unpacking and setup of a new space, emptying a research, two Darling documentaries, a nationwide previous home, and the often innumerable other traveling exhibit, acquisition of Darling-related arti- Come enjoy a recital dedicated to the Italian reper- Jolie Pelds, Director of Innovative STEM Teaching at details. facts, and—most of all—fulflling of promises made to toire with Drake Opera Theater. Participants will have the Science Center of Iowa, began her education ca- both a mentor, and friend. the opportunity to hear from Drake Opera Theater reer as a high school science teachers. She expand- Revisiting the Vietnam War Director Stefano Vignati before the concert. ed that experience by teaching at the college level, with David Skidmore Talk and Tap as well as the homeschool setting. Jolie has worked Fridays, October 11, 18, 25 with Des Moines Performing Arts Journey Through Book Land: with teachers across the state of Iowa to embed a Tuesday, October 15, 22 “Watson, the Game is Afoot!” makerspace in their learning environment. 11 a.m.—12:30 p.m. Location to be announced in class reminder Location and time varies with Rod Henshaw COST $50 or $15* / MINIMUM 20 / Mondays, October 21 and 28 Drake vs. Valparaiso Football COST $30 LIMIT 30 2—3:30 p.m. Saturday, October 5 Despite the bravery and sacrifices of the men and Registration Deadline: August 29 Location to be announced in class reminder 1:00 p.m. women who served, the Vietnam War remains a COST $20 Drake Stadium – 2719 Forest Ave., byword for failure and folly in American foreign Session 1: Dance programming at DMPA with Eric Des Moines, IA 50311 policy more than five decades after the fact. This Olmscheid and Tap-based movement workshop This course will inaugurate the Journey Through COST $11 course will explore three questions: Why did the with Paula McArthur Book Land series, which will cover a variety of topics Registration deadline September 26 United States commit itself to armed intervention Tuesday, October 15, 2019 dealing with popular and genre fiction. in the affairs of a small country on the other side of 1-3:00 p.m. Come out to see Drake football face Valparaiso. Be the planet? How did “the best and the brightest” of Des Moines DanzArts Studio - 2150 Delavan Dr., Created in 1887 by Arthur Conan Doyle, Sherlock seated with your fellow RaySociety members, and America’s foreign policy establishment so misman- Suite 8, West Des Moines, IA 50265 Holmes, and his companion Dr. John Watson, contin- enjoy a light concession package included in the age U.S. involvement in Vietnam across five presi- ue to be the most enduring fictional characters of all price of your ticket. dencies? Have we learned the right lessons from the Session 2: Performance and Talk time. Enormously popular from the outset, the sixty Vietnam War? For each question, we will examine Tuesday, October 22, 2019 original story adventures of Sherlock Holmes, written the still raging debates among scholars and political 6:30 p.m. – Pre-show DANCEtalk by Conan Doyle, along with adaptations and exten- observers over what went wrong. 7:30 p.m. – Curtain, performance of DORRANCE sions across virtually all forms of media, are the basis

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of an encompassing global cultural phenomenon. The Science and Politics of Climate native of Des Moines, he earned a bachelor’s from icons of the local “eating scene”. Join us as we travel Why do Holmes and the stories endure and continue Change the University of Iowa, a master’s from Texas A&M, to four Des Moines area restaurants, learn of their to thrive? In conjunction with the Sherlock Holmes and a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin. history and clientele, their challenges, plans for the Exhibit in Cowles Library, this course will be a hands- with David Courard-Hauri future, and most importantly – sample their cuisine! on and multi-media investigation of Conan Doyle’s Wednesdays, October 30, November 6, 13, The Prediction, Discovery, and creation through the character of Sherlock Holmes, 20 Session 1: Baratta’s - 2320 South Union, the context and setting of the stories and the cultural 10—11:30 a.m. Conformation of Black Holes Des Moines, IA 50315 bonds that Holmes has inspired. “I hear of Sherlock Location to be announced in class reminder with Sam Wormley Session 2: Noah’s Ark - 2400 Ingersoll Ave., Holmes everywhere…” were the prophetic words COST $30 Mondays, November 4, 11, 18, 25 Des Moines, IA 50312 spoken by his brother Mycroft, as recorded in the 2—3:30 p.m. Session 3: Waterfront Seafood - 2900 University story “The Greek Interpreter”. This course is designed to answer your questions Location to be announced in class reminder Ave., West Des Moines, IA 50266 about local and global climate change, such as: COST $30 Session 4: Bianchi’s Hilltop - 2820 Hubbell Ave., Rod Henshaw, Professor of Librarianship, served as given that climate has always changed, is it really Des Moines, IA 50317 Dean of Drake’s Cowles Library from 1996 to 2018. caused by humans this time? What are we still un- This course will cover: He also served in leadership positions at Penn State, sure about, and what does that mean going forward? • The final development of Albert Einstein’s Gener- 1989 Velvet Revolution in Prague and Emory University. In addition to his duties at What can we do about climate change, and how al Relativity in 1916 with Jim Chrisinger Cowles, he is now serving as Director of the Iowa might that affect the economy? The format will be • Karl Schwarzschild’s solution to the General Academic Library Alliance. Drawing on a lifetime Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 a prepared lecture with plenty of room to explore Relativity equations in 1916 that predicted the of Librarianship, book collecting, and immersion in 2—3:30 p.m. questions you bring with you. possibility of black holes book culture, Rod will take us on a journey through Location to be announced in class reminder • Early astronomical observations of invisible mas- this portion of Book Land. He is an active Sherlocki- David Courard-Hauri has taught Environmental Sci- sive objects in binary star systems COST $30 an, and a member of science fiction fan culture. ence and Sustainability at Drake for nearly 20 years. • Astronomical and gravitational observations con- He has helped to organize and write annual “Climate firming black holes This autumn marks the 30th anniversary of the fall of Famous Mathematical Problems Statements” communicating expected impacts on • Particle physics and quantum mechanical phe- communism in Eastern Europe. The course tells the with Alexander Kleiner our state, co-signed by hundreds of scientists across nomena associated with black holes story of the Velvet Revolution in Czechoslovakia. We Mondays, October 28, November 4, 11, 18 Iowa. He has a PhD in Chemistry from Stanford and • Black holes’ apparent role in the evolution of begin with Czechoslovak history and culture, then an MPA from Princeton. galaxies and the universe describe life during the communist period (1948- 10—11:30 a.m. 1989), including the dissident movement and the role Location to be announced in class reminder Sam Wormley is a retired Associate Scientist and of U.S. diplomats. Using the presenter’s experiences COST $30 Ancient Shipwrecks Under Ancient Principal Investigator, CNDE/IPRT/AL at Iowa State. and pictures from that time, we finish with the story Seas For 17 years, he has also been an Adjunct Professor of the Velvet Revolution and the aftermath. Lectures will introduce ideas from mathematics with Dan Davis of Astronomy at Marshalltown Community College. through famous problems. Examples include prob- is an Iowan who served as a U.S. Thursday, October 31 and Sam regularly teaches science and technology class- Jim Chrisinger lems posed by the Greeks and solved in the eigh- es for OLLI at Iowa State and the RaySociety. Foreign Service Officer at the embassy in Prague, teenth century, Fermat’s last problem, the Four Color Friday, November 1 Czechoslovakia from 1987-1990. Following, he Problem, etc. Also, the role of problems in the devel- 2—3:30 p.m. served as the project manager for Iowa State Univer- opment of mathematics such as Hilbert’s and Millen- Location to be announced in class reminder Iconic Des Moines Area Restaurants sity’s technical assistance projects in Eastern Europe nium Problems. No specific background is assumed, COST $20 Tuesdays, November 5, 12, 19, 26 and the former Soviet Union. He is a recently retired lectures will be directed towards those who have an 10:30 a.m.—12 p.m. career public servant, including 10 years in Iowa interest in mathematics and a memory of being in Have you ever wanted to drain the Mediterranean Location varies state government, with degrees from Iowa State and high school algebra and geometry. and investigate all the ancient shipwrecks lying COST $70 (Lifetime members $40) / LIMIT UC Berkeley. about? Fortunately, diving and robotic technology 35 Alexander Kleiner has a PhD in Mathematics from have enabled access to this untouched museum Texas A&M and taught mathematics at Drake from of nautical treasures. In part one of this two-part An icon can represent an item of devotion—much 1969 to 2012. He has a long-standing interest in the course, we explore the most famous ancient wrecks like a religious picture with great meaning. In restau- History of Mathematics and taught the material in discovered with scuba. In the second lecture we rant lingo, an icon is an eating establishment with this course multiple times. discuss the emerging field of deep-water archaeol- real “staying power.” It is well-established, with a ogy, the fantastic discoveries that have been made history that covers generations. The local restaurant in the Aegean and Black Seas, and the future of the scene has changed dramatically in recent years. discipline. Restaurants of all types now cover our metro area. And they come and go—victims of the whims of the Dan Davis is a professor of classics at Luther Col- eating public. In this this class, we’ll travel to four dif- lege with 25 years of experience as a marine archae- ferent restaurants in the metro area. Some you may ologist. Dan specializes in ancient maritime trade, be aware of, others are less known. But all are true ship construction, and deep-water archaeology. A

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Health Insurance Landscape: 2019 Andria Seip is the Assistant Insurance Commission- Physical and Occupational Therapy European Fascism: 1918 - 1945 with Judy Brannon, Nora Nurre, Michael er at the Iowa Insurance Division. She has worked for Health Recovery and Maintenance with Paul Morris Andreski, Andria Seip with IID since February 2016 and for the State of Tuesdays, November 19, 26, December 3, 10 Iowa since 2010. Andria is a subject matter expert with Traci Bush, Denise Kluever, and Kacey Thursdays, November 7, 14, 21 in health insurance and the ACA. Andria has her Sutter 2—3:30 p.m. 10—11:30 a.m. undergraduate degree from , Fridays, November 8, 15, 22 Location to be announced in class reminder Location to be announced in class reminder a master’s degree from Spertus Institute and law 10—11:30 a.m. COST $30 COST $30 degree from Hamline University. Location to be announced in class reminder COST $30 This series of lectures will discuss Fascism in Europe Session 1: Senior Health Insurance Information That’s Entertainment! from 1918-1945. It will cover not only Italy and Ger- many, but also the fascist regimes in Spain, Portu- Program with Pam Moody and Ben Ulin The services of a physical or occupational therapist gal, Austria, Yugoslavia, Greece and the wartime Medicare can be a confusing and complicated topic. are not only for recovery after injury, but also are Thursdays, November 7, 14 puppet regimes in Romania, Croatia, Slovakia and This presentation from two Senior Health Insurance useful in maintaining health and wellness by reduc- 2—3:30 p.m. Hungary. The course discusses the reasons why Information Program volunteers will help you under- ing pain, improving mobility, and limiting physical Location to be announced in class reminder so many countries adopted fascist ideologies and stand the differences between original Medicare and disabilities. This course will feature a physical thera- governmental methods, what form fascism took in Medicare Advantage plans, changes coming in 2020 COST $20 pist and occupational therapist who will each de- these countries, and why fascist regimes had failed to Medicare, some of the common myths and misun- scribe their roles and practices in returning patients in some (but not all) of them by 1945. derstandings about Medicare, and recent scams that Session 1: The Art Form, Humor and Heart of a to their optimal health and physical functioning. attempt to defraud Medicare beneficiaries. Professional Clown Several exercises will be introduced in class to help Paul Morris holds degrees in economics, business Attendees can expect to learn the following: a brief participants experience benefits first-hand. Services administration, management science and history. He Judy Brannon and Nora Nurre are volunteer history of clowning, types of clowns, clowning ven- offered by MercyOne Health & Fitness Center will be taught statistics and quantitative methods at North- counselors for SHIIP, the Senior Health Insurance ues, skills employed, costuming and makeup appli- also be discussed. Information Program and SMP, the Senior Medicare cation, and—of course—being funny! eastern University and subsequently served as the chief information technology officer at Tufts, Emory Patrol, both part of the Iowa Insurance Division. Judy Traci Bush is Chair of the Department of Physical and Drake Universities. He has taught several cours- and Nora are Drake graduates and members of the Pam “Sparky” Moody has been a professional Therapy at and has been es for the RaySociety. RaySociety. Judy: (BSBA ’75) (MBA ’81) and Nora: clown for 25 years. She began in clown ministry and a faculty member within the department for over (BSBA ’85) (MBA ’92) quickly moved into public schools presenting safety 20 years. Her training includes entry-level and assemblies in Central Iowa for 19+ years in partner- advanced degrees in physical and occupational Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage - Exploring Session 2: Health Insurance: The Players and The ship with the Des Moines Fire Department. She has therapy. Prior to joining Des Moines University, she Sustainability From the Ground Up Game clowned around the world and has been an instruc- provided rehabilitation services to patients in reha- The health insurance industry is complex and often tor for the past 20 years at conferences and at both bilitation, inpatient and outpatient settings. with Kyle Yoder lacks transparency. This session will help you under- the University of Wisconsin and Viterbo University. Friday, November 22 stand how the system started and evolved, how that She has served on the Executive Committee of the Denise Kluever is the Learning Space Coordinator 1—2:30 p.m. affects today’s insurance, who are the major players, World Clown Association since 2013 and served as for the Occupational Therapy Doctorate Program at Location to be announced in class reminder what the rules of the game are, and how you can President 2016-2018. Drake University. A native of Atlantic, Iowa, Denise COST: FREE be a more informed consumer. The talk will include graduated from the College of St. Catherine with a background on the Pharmacy Benefit Manager role Session 2: Through a Magician’s Eye: bachelor’s in occupational therapy. She received a The environmental challenges we face today can and how they influence the cost of prescriptions. An Introduction to Creating the Wonder master’s in health care administration from the Col- seem daunting when considered from a planetary Magicians are the scientists of the performing arts. lege of St. Francis. Denise served as an occupational perspective. What does it look like to zoom in—to ex- Michael Andreski is an Associate Professor of Social Learning even the simplest magic tricks teaches therapist in many capacities at the Younker Rehabili- amine what sustainability may look like when taken and Administrative Pharmacy. A practicing pharma- empathy, psychology, physics, communication tation Center at Iowa Methodist for 20 years. day-to-day in the context of a small town committed cist for 36 years, mostly in a clinical managerial role, skills, and the importance of wonder. Ben Ulin will to radical, ecologically-friendly living? Dancing Rabbit he moved to academia after completing a PhD in give a “backstage” tour into the mind and life of a Kacey Sutter is the Medical Integration Coordina- Ecovillage is an intentional community of 75 people pharmaceutical socioeconomics. He teaches man- professional magician. Whether you are a speaker, tor at MercyOne Health & Fitness Center. She has in rural northeast Missouri dedicated to seeking agement and services development and researches performer, a magic enthusiast, or just want to charm worked in the fitness field for over 15 years, with practical solutions to these challenges. Solutions the effects of pharmacy operations on providing friends and family, come discover the inspriations, experience in many different areas of fitness, but has include vehicle sharing, straw bale housing, a renew- clinical care. strategies, and philosophies of this fascinating art. focused more of her efforts on how to stay physically able energy grid, local food production, neighbor- active as we face different medical circumstances hood design that emphasizes engagement, equi- Session 3: The Iowa Healthcare Market Ben Ulin, comedy magician, was voted one the of that may change how our bodies respond to physical ty-based governance, and more. Come see what’s This session will provide an overview of Iowa’s the funniest people in the country by Showtime activity. working—and what’s not—in our radical experiment health insurance market including information about Television. A headline act for corporate shows, on everyday sustainability. the Affordable Care Act individual and small group cruise lines, and comedy clubs for over 35 years, his market and changes in Medicare Supplement plans comedy illusion show at Adventureland Amusement has lived at Dancing Rabbit Ecovillage beginning in 2020. Park is the longest-running theme park magic show Kyle Yoder for nine years. He serves on the Ecovillage’s board in history.

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converge. Minister for Food and Agriculture. In this class, Ge- Last Name First Name Preferred Nickname (if different) sine Gerhard, Professor of History and Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, will explain the role food ______Yoga: It’s Not Just for Flexible People! Spouse’s Last Name (if joining) Spouse’s First Name with Mary Kay Smith played for the Nazi regime and how it served as the foundation of a racial ideology that justified the mur- Tuesdays and Thursdays, December 3, 5, 10, der of millions of Jews, prisoners of war and Slavs. ______12 Street Address, City, State, Zip 2—3:30 p.m. Gesine Gerhard is a professor of modern European Location to be announced in class reminder history and dean of the College of Arts & Sciences ______COST $30 / LIMIT 30 at Drake University. She received her PhD from the Home Phone Cell Phone University of Iowa and her MA from the Technical Yoga has been practiced for centuries and arrived on University Berlin, Germany. Her research focuses ______American soil in the 1950’s. During this four-session on German agricultural history, food studies and Email Birth date (optional) course, we will focus on various aspects of yoga: his- food policy during World War II. She is the author of numerous articles and book chapters as well as the tory, types, the chakras, and meditation. After a short Are you a Drake retiree with a permanent Drake parking permit? □ lecture, we will get moving and practice some yoga. book Nazi Hunger Politics: A History of Food in the Everyone participates at his or her own level; modifi- Third Reich. cations will be given throughout each yoga practice. ENROLLMENT OPTIONS: Use our online payment link from our web page drake.edu/raysociety Breath work and balance will be worked on, but OR complete and return this form. know that we will also be having a bunch of fun too! yoga does not have to be serious; we may break out □ My membership is current. in song and laugh along our journey as well! □ 1 year membership (July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2019)...... $50 per person □ 2 year membership (July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2020)...... $95 per person Please wear comfortable clothing that you can easily move in. You do not need to have any yoga experi- □ 3 year membership (July 1, 2018 - June 30, 2021)...... $140 per person ence to enjoy this class. □ Lifetime membership...... $2500 per person (no membership renewal fees or standard class registration fees, 75% tax deductible, option to pay in equal annual installments over a 3-year period) Mary Kay Smith is a 200-hour certified yoga instruc- tor. She teaches at Power Life and is also an ACE TOTAL Class fees (from back of form) $______certified private trainer who focuses on yoga, barre, and strength training with her clients. Mary Kay BALANCE DUE (membership + class fees)$______received an undergraduate and a master’s degree PAYMENT INFORMATION at Drake. Her husband, John, is the Vice President for Advancement at Drake. Their son, Jake, attends □ CHECK payable to RaySociety Check # ______Drake and their daughter, Emi, attends Butler Univer- sity in Indiana. The good news is that both schools’ □ CREDIT CARD □Master Card □VISA □Discover mascots are bulldogs so that makes life in the Smith household much easier. GO BULLDOGS! ______CREDIT CARD NUMBER Nazi Hunger Politics: Food and ______Starvation during World War II EXP. DATE SECURITY CODE with Gesine Gerhard Friday, December 6 ______10—11:30 a.m. PRINT NAME AS IT APPEARS ON CREDIT CARD Location to be announced in class reminder COST: FREE ______

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