SPRING 2021 Schedule

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SAIL is an educational program operated by and for individuals 55 years of age or better under the sponsorship of Collin College Continuing Education. DROP YOUR ANCHOR SAIL Office Mailing Address Courtyard Center Collin College Courtyard Center Seniors Active in Learning 4800 Preston Park Blvd. Ste.116 Office Hours Plano, TX 75093 M-F, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. E-mail Website [email protected] www.collin.edu/sail

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SAIL Crew: Bill L. King, Campus Provost ,Technical Campus and Courtyard Center Karen M. Musa, Executive Dean, Courtyard Center Linda Wee, Director, Continuing Education Courtyard Center Sherry Scamardo Manager, SAIL Program, Courtyard Center Volunteers Our countless volunteers that assist!

SAIL Campuses: Courtyard Center 4800 Preston Park Blvd., Plano, TX 75093 Collin Higher Education Center 3452 Spur 399, McKinney, TX 75069 Frisco Campus 9700 Wade Blvd., Frisco, TX 75035 Wylie Campus 391 Country Club Road, Wylie, TX 75098

SAIL is an educational program for individuals 55 years of age or older under the sponsorship of Collin College Continuing Education. SPRING 2021 REGISTRATION Membership Cost for Spring 2021 courses $100.00 Number of Courses I Can Select 7 What are “Free Informative Lectures?” Free classes as part of your paid membership! Be sure to register! What About Guest Speakers? Free as part of your paid membership! Be sure to register! When Does Registration Begin? JANUARY 5 *Online registration only! Collin College will open on January 11th for in person assistance When Do Classes Begin? JANUARY 25

How Do I Sign Up? Registration Options (Collin College campuses will open on January 11)

1. Register online, and pay online by credit card on the SAIL website www.collin.edu/sail We accept, Visa, Mastercard and Discover

2. Register online, but pay by telephone. Contact the Bursars office on January 11th to make payment after you have registered at 972.985.3724 or the SAIL office at 972.985.3788 (beginning January 11 8:30 am – 5:00 pm). (please have the 5-digit registration number that you received when you registered) 3. Register and pay at the SAIL office *Courtyard Center in Plano beginning January 11th 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. *Reminder: Properly worn face masks are required on all college campuses and social distancing will be in effect. 4. Mail In: Download a worksheet form or mail us your course list, along with your check (payable to SAIL) to: Collin College Courtyard Center (SAIL) 4800 Preston Park Blvd., Suite 116 Plano, TX 75093

*Not sure how to register? 972.385.3788 or [email protected]

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SAIL Tip: If you have registered successfully online, the system will generate a 5-digit number. SAIL Tip: Choose your classes before you register, so the system doesn’t time out on you! There is a worksheet online that is helpful to write down your classes, before you register. SAIL Tip: Be sure you don’t forget to register for the GUEST SPEAKERS and FREE INFORMATIVE LECTURES so you will receive the link! These are free as part of your membership.

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*Please note that once the semester starts, there are no refunds on SAIL membership costs. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

*Are there requirements to join SAIL? If you are 55 or over and enjoy self-fulfillment, personal development and meeting new people, you qualify!

*What is included in my SAIL Spring 2021 membership? Spring 2021 Semester – Choose up to (7) different courses GUEST SPEAKERS and INFORMATIVE LECTURES are free as part of your SAIL membership .

*What types of classes are offered this semester? History, literature, art appreciation, and lifestyle interests are just a sampling of the phenomenal courses that will be offered in a virtual presentation. New to virtual learning or need assistance? Contact the SAIL office at 972-985-3788 or visit the SAIL website, www.collin.edu/sail for a Zoom tutorial! We are here to help!

*How will I get the Zoom link for my class? If you are registered for a course, a link will be emailed to your email address that you provided at registration a few days before the start of the class. Sometimes these links will go to your “junk” or “trash” folders, so be sure to check these.

*Where are SAIL classes held this semester? The majority of SAIL classes will be presented virtually this spring 2021 semester through Zoom. Check the spring 2021 schedule for courses that will be held in the classroom with social distancing seat capacities.

*If there is a class cancellation or change to a class that I registered for, will I be notified? Sometimes, we may have a change or emergency cancellation on a class. If you have registered for that class, we will email you as soon as we can, so please check you’re your emails! Registered members may attend another course of their choice, based on availability. Contact the SAIL office for any questions at 972.985-3788 or [email protected].

*Can I suggest a class and are there volunteer opportunities? Yes and yes! We rely on our members to keep the “sails” running smoothly. Email the sail office [email protected] or call us at 972.985.3788. *Please note that volunteer opportunities are limited during this time!”

*Are there refunds for SAIL membership? Sorry, there are no refunds for SAIL memberships after the semester begins. SAIL SPRING 2021 SAIL SPRING 2021

CATEGORY PAGE(S)

ARTS/ART HISTORY 1, 2 Advanced Acrylic Painting Exercises Art: After the Fall of Rome Beginner Drawing Lessons Chinese Brush Painting Paint with Me! Online Paint Along Class Women in Art in the 20th Century

DISCUSSION 3 Behind the News Econ 202: Economic Outlook and Analysis The Post-Arab Spring Middle East The Wisdom of C.G. Jung: What and Why We Need to Know

FREE INFORMATIVE LECTURES 4 Happiness is Just a Synapse Away Lessons Learned from the Great Pandemic & Lessons from Post Pandemic World Let’s Talk Food! Maximizing Your Medicare Choices Things I Learned from My Mother-Surviving Pandemic Times

GAMES 5 Beginning Mah Jongg Supervised Bridge

HISTORY 6, 7, 8 Controversial Presidential Elections of the Nineteenth Century Exploring the Red River Little Windows on a Big World Grant: Forgotten Greatness Many Trails of Tears: A Brief Overview of British and American Policy Toward the Native American Populations, East of the Mississippi River, 1607-1830 Searching for “The Center Place” in the Southwest Secret Service and the Presidents Families The Age of Benjamin Franklin The Rise of the Soviet Communism-Part II The Trouble with Trees: The Origins of National Forests in the United States Women Rulers UNESCO Heritage Sites in Turkey, Hagia Sophia, Nemrut Dagi and Gobekli Tepe SAIL SPRING 2021 SAIL SPRING 2021ES AND COURSES

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LIFESTYLE/TRAVEL 9 Travel Smarter: Arm Chair Travel Tea and Coffee: Their Legendary Pasts and Preferences

LITERATURE/FILM/MUSIC 10, 11 German Expressionist Movies of the 1920s Great Books Discussion Group Great Novels Discussion Group Thanks for the Memories: An In-Depth Approach to Memoir Writing The Passion of George Frederick Handel-Hallelujah The Secret World of Great Classical Music

MATH/SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY 12, 13 An Introduction to Military Space Operations Geologic Hazards: Earthquakes, Volcanoes and Impacts Geology of U.S. National Parks-Part 1 More Famous Experiments That Changed Our World Scientific Theories: The Big Picture

MIND/BODY/WELLNESS 14 Movement and Meditation Music as Therapy Social and Behavioral Psychology

GUEST SPEAKERS

Thursday, 2/18 Walking the Camino de Santiago: A Journey Across Spain 12-1:30 pm Allison Venuto

Friday, 3/5 Art and landscape in Yellowstone, Yosemite, and the Grand Canyon 11:30-1 pm Paul Dolliver

Thursday, 4/1 Blood, Bones, and Coffee Cups: What are the Scientific Facts About 2-3:30 pm Forensic DNA Testing for Human Identification? Dr. Dennis Reeder

Tuesday, 4/13 Does Aging Alter the Way Your Medications Work? 11-12 pm Dr. Deepa PattaniGFISDFOIJOIJCSDLJIF ARTS/ART HISTORY Advanced Acrylic Painting Exercises In this course, we will cover some more advanced painting techniques and apply them to painting subject matter of your choice. Goal is to increase skill level and learn specific painting techniques in acrylic painting. A moderate amount of painting experience with acrylics is recommended. Tue. 1/26-3/2 12-1:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 337 Instructor: Christine Smith Sessions: 6 *Student Classroom Limit: 8 (Supply list at back of schedule)

Art: After the Fall of Rome (this is a virtual OR on Campus class!) Choose one! This class explores Western Art from the fall of the Roman Empire through the Gothic Age. Specifically, the lectures will cover Early Christian Art, Byzantine Art, Art of the various tribes to occupy northern Europe after Rome falls, Carolingian Art, and both Romanesque and Gothic Art with an emphasis on cathedrals. In addition, this series includes a lecture on Islamic Art, which is not generally considered part of the western tradition. Thur. 1/28-2/25 1:00-3:00 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 OR Virtual Course Instructor: Carrie Oransky Sessions: 5 *Student Classroom Limit: 25 *Zoom link will be emailed

Beginner Drawing Lessons In this course, we will learn basic drawing principals and skills and complete quick drawings based off of what you’ve learned. This will be a combination of video lessons, and a draw along with me demonstration. All levels of drawing skills are welcome. Wed. 1/27-2/17 10:30-11:20 am Virtual Course Instructor: Christine Smith Sessions: 4 *Student Virtual Limit: 25 *Zoom link will be emailed (Supply list at back of schedule)

1 ARTS/ART HISTORY Chinese Brush Painting Chinese painting is one of the oldest artistic traditions in the world. This art form focuses on capturing the spirit of the object, rather than a duplicate. We will talk about the history and techniques and learn to complete the basic strokes used in flowers and birds. Wed. 1/27-3/3 1:30-2:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 337 Instructor: Jenney Chang Sessions: 6 Student Classroom Limit: 6 (Supply list at back of schedule)

Paint with Me! Online Paint Along Class In this online class, I will lead you in completing a beautiful painting each class! Everyone will paint the same painting. Similar to the classic Bob ross painting shows, I will lead you step by step! To join lessons, you simply click on a link that I will email to join the class from any computer or tablet with access to the internet. Wed. 1/27-2/17 12-1:15 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Christine Smith Sessions: 4 *Student Virtual Limit: 50 *Zoom link will be emailed (Supply list at back of schedule)

Women in Art in the 20th Century In this class, we will discuss the lives and view artworks by Georgia O’Keeffe, Frida Kahlo, Helen Frankenthaler and Louise Nevelson, to name a few. These female artists were not encouraged to become professional artists by their male counterparts and the general public during their time. They are to be admired, not only for their art, but also for their courage, determination and commitment to their vision. Mon. 3/8-3/29 11:15-12:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Sally Kemble Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

2 DISCUSSION Behind the News This course will provide in-depth analysis, background and explainers of the “News of the Day!” Thur. 3/4-4/8 11-12:30 pm Virtual Course Instructors: Bruce Eisen and Dr. Jim Lamb Sessions: 6 *Zoom link will be emailed

Econ 202: Economic Outlook and Analysis An assessment is made of the corona virus recession and economic recovery under a mountain of debt. Further stimulus and forgiveness of debt would add trillions more to the federal debt. At the same time, many states are deeply in debt and are losing population. What is the way out? We will look at the economic fiscal and monetary policies that can be taken and their short comings will be analyzed. Mon. 2/1-2/15 9:30-10:45 am Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Edward McClelland Sessions: 3 *Zoom link will be emailed

The Wisdom of C.G. Jung: What and Why We Need to Know Jung argued that the second half of life provides opportunities for fulfillment far exceeding those of the first half during which time we concentrate primarily on ego-driven pursuits: education, career, home, and various relationships. In this course, we focus on Jung’s concept of “individuation” and how this process leads to meaningfulness, wholeness, and a life well-lived. Wed. 4/7-4/21 11-12:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Shirl Terrell Sessions: 3 *Student supplies: (1) spiral notebook-50 pages *Zoom link will be emailed

The Post-Arab Spring Middle East Where is the Middle East today, 10 years after initiating a democratic revolution? This four-part lecture series will examine new developments in the post-Arab Spring Middle East from three main angle: the challenges of rebuilding the fractured state, the rise of great powers rivalry in the region, and the promises of the Abrahamic accords. Fri. 1/29-4/23 10-11 am Virtual Course (1/29, 2/26, 3/26, 4/23) Sessions: 4 Instructor: Dr. Lishan Desta *Zoom link will be emailed

3 FREE INFORMATIVE LECTURES Happiness is Just a Synapse Away This course will cover how neurons work in conjunction with an exploration of the root of happiness in the brain. What are these mystery connections and why are they so important? Join us as we talk about science and have fun at the same time! Wed. 3/31 10-11 am Virtual Course Instructors: Dr. Nicole Grose and Tracy Meyer Sessions: 1 *Zoom link will be emailed

Lessons Learned from the Great Pandemic & Lessons for the Post Pandemic World This course will be based on the book by Fareed Zacharia, “10 Lessons for a Post Pandemic World.” Besides reviewing this masterpiece, I will add some pertinent personal views based on a 40-yr. career in medicine and a concerned member of the human race. Wed. 2/3-2/24 1:30-3 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Jerry Frankel Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

Let’s Talk Food! This course is designed to discuss the impact of foods on health and different diseases in older adults. Tools to design a healthy diet are also explained. Mon. 3/15 & 3/22 3-4:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Shiva Davanloo Sessions: 2 *Zoom link will be emailed

Maximizing Your Medicare Choices Are you getting all that you can from your current Medicare coverage? Are you paying more than you should for your Prescription Drug Plan? Is your Medicare Supplement working out okay? Is there an advantage to Advantage? Learn how to make sure that your Medicare insurance choices are the best for your needs. Thur. 4/1-4/22 1-2 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Andy Brooks Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

Things I Learned from My Mother-Surviving Pandemic Times We live under new circumstances which affect everyone’s lives in different ways. One thing we all have in common is our body’s ability to identify and fight foreign invaders. This lecture will review ways the immune system identifies and fight invaders, we will discuss different types of vaccinations available and we will also address ways that we can protect ourselves and others from COVID-19 and live with the virus. Tue. 3/16 1:30-2:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Amira Albalancy Sessions: 1 *Zoom link will be emailed

‘Intelligence is the ability to adapt to change.’ –Stephen Hawking 4 GAMES

Beginning Mah Jongg In six weeks, class participants will learn the basics of Mah Jongg -- the meaning of the tiles, varieties of the hands, course of play and interpretations of the annual card. Wed. 1/27-3/3 1:30-3:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Judith Fishman Sessions: 6 *Zoom link will be emailed

Students must purchase their own Natl Mah Jongg League Rules Card (2020) prior to first day of class play. Cards can be purchased through Amazon or the Natl Mah Jongg League (see address below).

Natl Mah Jongg League Incorp 450 7th Ave, NY, NY 10123 Small print $8.00 Large print $9.00

Supervised Bridge This course is designed for intermediate players. Each hand’s analysis will include bidding, declarer play and defense. On occasion, there may be a limited lesson on a particular subject of interest and importance. Mon. 1/25-3/1 1:30-3 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Jerry Frankel Sessions: 6 *Zoom link will be emailed

5 HISTORY Controversial Presidential Elections of the Nineteenth Century This course will explore some of the more controversial and scandalous American presidential elections from the nineteenth century and how they shaped the development of the United States. Focus will be given to the Presidential Elections of 1800, 1824, 1860, and 1876. Fri. 2/5-2/26 1:30-3 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Matthew Hamilton Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

Exploring the Red River As the last river of the Louisiana Purchase to be explored by Americans, the Red River of the Old Southwest is still relatively unknown and often, widely overlooked by both the public and scholars. Explorers and conquerors like de Soto, Custis, Freeman, de la Harpe, Mezieres, St. Denis, Sibley, Marcy, Shreve and Debo documented and mapped the river, and while their contributions are not well known, they offer a fascinating look into 19th century America. Using primary source materials, this class will explore and appreciate the history, geography, and society of this 1,300-mile body of water. Tue. 3/23 & 3/30 1:30-3 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Robin Cole-Jett Sessions: 2 *Zoom link will be emailed

Grant: Forgotten Greatness This course will review the Chernow book, “Grant”. Teddy Roosevelt called Grant, “one of the two best Generals and five best Presidents.” We will present the facts in TR’s case, along with the whispers that sabotaged every state of Grant’s life. Grant is one of the lesser known Great Americans. Mon. 3/22-4/12 1:30-3:00 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Fred Smith Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

Little Windows on a Big World What do Mahatma Gandhi, Albert Einstein, Queen Victoria, Salvador Dali, Ted Williams, Florence Nightingale, President Millard Fillmore, Madame Curie, Johnny Appleseed and Marilyn Monroe all have in common with Icelandic volcanoes, Norfolk pine trees, bald eagles, rocket ships and the Rocky Mountains? They all appear on postage stamps! In fact, postage stamps have been telling the stories of our world since 1840. You would be hard-pressed to find a dynamic person, place or event that has not already appeared on the stamps of the world. In this tell-all class, we’ll explore the secrets of these petite picturesque perforated powerhouses, and reveal stories from around the globe that will challenge and surprise you. There’s more than meets the eye. Wed. 2/3-2/24 10:30-11:45 am Virtual Course Instructor: Don Wolman Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

6 HISTORY (CONT.) Many Trails of Tears: A Brief Overview of British and American Policy Toward the Native American Populations, East of the Mississippi River, 1607-1830 This course will offer a brief overview of first English and then American interactions with Native American groups east of the Mississippi River between 1607 and 1830. While the term, “Trail of Tears” is generally associated with the forced removal of the Cherokee from their homeland, it is an apt phrase for the result of encounters between the indigenous peoples of North America and whites throughout that period. Relentless movement westward from the Atlantic seaboard brought whites and natives into conflict and warfare as Native Americans struggled to protect and defend their homelands. In 1830, with the encouragement of President Andrew Jackson, Congress passed the Indian Removal Act, inaugurating the forced removal of thousands of Native American men, women, and children from the Southeast to areas west of the Mississippi. Thur. 3/4-3/25 1-2 pm Campus: Wylie- WCC Room 211 Instructor: Dr. Kathryn Pinkney Sessions: 4 Student Classroom Limit: 20

Rise of the Soviet Communism-Part II This course will follow the history of Soviet Russia from the beginning of World War II to the breakup of the Union in 1991. Few Americans are familiar with the Soviet experience in World War II and why Stalin said “WWII was won with Russian blood and American Industry.” Four of the six sessions will deal with WWII and the remaining two will deal with the Soviet experience in the Cold War from 1947-1989. This is the follow-on course to the Rise of Communist Russia, which was taught last semester. Attendance in that course is not a prerequisite for this one, but material introduced earlier on Communism will not be repeated. Mon. 1/25-3/1 1:30-3 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Fred Smith Sessions: 6

Searching for “The Center Place” in the Southwest Core values in ancient Native American culture focused on spiritual places that linked humans and the universe. The evolution of this concept echoes today in how individuals face the dilemma of honoring “the old ways” while living in modern times. Drawing on PBS, Ken Burns, and Tony Hillerman, this course explores the concept, history, and mystery of “center places.” Tue. 3/2-3/23 11-12:30 pm CYC Room 122 Instructor: Dr. Janet Harris Sessions: 4 *Student Classroom Limit: 25

Secret Service and the Presidents Families: JFK and LBJ (this is a virtual OR on campus class!) In this course, we will take an inside look at two historical families, John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson’s families from the viewpoint of secret service agent, Mike Howard who assisted both families. From protecting the First Lady, Jacqueline Kennedy while she rode horseback, to staying in the sorority house with Lynda Bird at the University of Texas in Austin. We will look back at some of the most memorable details and accounts. Mon. 4/5-4/19 1-2:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 OR Virtual Course Instructor: Mike Howard Sessions: 3 *Student Classroom Limit: 25

*Zoom link will be emailed

7 HISTORY (CONT.)

The Age of Benjamin Franklin Revolutions in thought, society, science and politics transformed the world in the 18th century. This course will explore the life of one of the most noble Americans, Benjamin Franklin, who was a key figure in all of these fields. Through his life, we will see how the printing press, scientific revolution, aesthetics, policy-making and diplomacy were transforming the world, and how a new world of liberty and individual autonomy was being born. Thur. 2/4-3/4 11-12:30 Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Herb Weinstein Sessions: 5

*Zoom link will be emailed (CONT.) The Trouble with Trees: The Origins of National Forests in the United States This class will explore the issues and politics that led the United States to begin preserving public land as “National Forests.” Week one will be an overview of why and how national forests were established in the United States. Week two will look specifically at the history of the Arkansas National Forest as a case study of the promise and problems surrounding the early years of forest conservation. Wed. 4/7 & 4/14 1:30-2:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Brett Adams Sessions: 2 *Zoom link will be emailed

Women Rulers For almost all of written history, in almost all times and places, men have held most of the top ruling positions. For a variety of reasons, there have been exceptions, a few women who held great power. There are certainly a small number of them, compared to the number of male rulers during any time period. We will look at six (6) very important women who ruled in their time and what made them so unique. Tue. 1/26-3/2 2:30-4 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Sonia Meltzer Sessions: 6 *Zoom link will be emailed

UNESCO Heritage Sites in Turkey, Hagia Sophia, Nemrut Dagi and GÖbekli Tepe Straddles between Europe and Asia, Turkey is at the junction between civilizations, crucial in ancient history itself. The Turkish peninsula, also called Anatolia, has human remains dating back to 1 million years, the oldest bones yet found outside Africa. We will be looking into 3 different time periods and civilizations in ancient Anatolia: 1. Hagia Sophia from Byzantine Empire, 537 AD 2. Tumulus in Nemrut Dagi by the Commagene Kingdom in 190 BC 3. Gobekli Tepe, the oldest complex religious archaeological site yet discovered from around 10,000 BC Wed. 3/3-3/24 1:30-2:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Dr. Bulbin Sunar-Reeder Sessions: 4 *Student Classroom Limit: 25

8 LIFESTYLE/TRAVEL

Travel Smarter: Arm Chair Travel Join SAIL’s “Travel Smarter” team, Denise and George Bouhasin as they take you on an armchair traveler journey from the comfort of your home. In our last series, they gave you a glimpse into many favorite places they’ve traveled around the world. For this new series, they’ll be sharing in-depth video presentations and stories for several “off the beaten path” trips to countries such as Myanmar, Thailand, Latvia, and Lithuania as well as a Southern African safari. No packing, temperature checks, or seatbelts required—just grab your peanuts or pretzels, sit back in your comfy chair, and be ready to go! Thur. 3/4-3/18 2:30-4 pm Virtual Course Instructors: George & Denise Bouhasin Sessions: 3 *Zoom link will be emailed

Tea and Coffee: Their Legendary Pasts and Preferences We will look at the histories of this dueling pair, tea and coffee, and how each had their own impact on a place in history! Class 1-The History of Tea From Culpabilitea to Complicitea to Insanitea! Class 2-The Devils Brew How coffee prompted “heated” protests and suspicion throughout history, but sill made it to Starbucks. Wed. 3/31 & 4/7 11-12:00 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Kyra Effren Sessions: 2

‘Man’s mind, once stretched by a new idea, never regains its original dimensions.’ –Oliver Wendell Holmes

9 LITERATURE/FILM/MUSIC German Expressionist Movies of the 1920s The German Expressionist movement that began in painting and literature shortly after the beginning of the 20th Century had a profound influence on the German cinema that followed WWI and extended through the 1920s. It was a period of anxiety and turmoil in the culture and politics of Europe as urbanization and technology took hold and changed a former way of life. This class will explore the roots of Expressionism on canvas and the printed page and how their effects translated to the screen. We will focus on the films of Robert Wiene, F.W. Murnau and Fritz Lang. The movies of this movement laid the groundwork for the Film Noir movies of the 1940’s and 1950’s as well as contemporary movies about dystopian societies. Wed. 3/10-4/14 1:30-2:45 pm Campus: Wylie-WCC Room 211 Instructor: Barney Lane Sessions: 6

Great Books Discussion Group The Great Books Foundation was established 70 years ago to foster respectful, open discussions of enduring literature. Readings average less than 25 pages and include works by Addams, Wells, Mann, Mansfield, McCarthy and Eisenberg. Fri. 1/29-4/9 11:30-1 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Paul Dolliver Sessions: 6 *Alternating Friday’s 1/29, 2/12, 2/26, 3/12, 3/26, 4/9 (Great Books list at back of schedule) *Zoom link will be emailed

Great Novels Discussion Group In this discussion group, we will talk about and share ideas on the following (2) novels selected by the Great Books Foundation: *The Age of Innocence (1920) by Edith Wharton *Confessions of a Fallen Standard-Bearer (1992) by Andrei Makine Fri. 3/19 & 4/23 11:30-1 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Paul Dolliver Sessions: 2 *Zoom link will be emailed

10 LITERATURE/FILM/MUSIC (CONT.)

Thanks for the Memories: An In-Depth Approach to Memoir Writing This course teaches students the art of writing their memoirs. We’ll discuss the following: (1) The intended audience for your memoir (2) Themes that dominate your memoir (3) Ways to pull writers into your story (4) How to set up the actual memoir (5) Pitfalls to avoid Students are encouraged to keep a journal of some type for this class and will be given assignments each week. These assignments are optional. This will be an interactive class where participants are encouraged to share ideas. Thur. 2/4-2/25 1:30-2:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Gay Ann Kiser Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

The Passion of George Frederick Handel-Hallelujah! Unmatched in three centuries for his brilliant compositions, George Frederick Handel breathed passion, power and beauty into the world of music. His soaring melodies and glorious choral works still bring joy to listeners around the world. In this course, we will highlight the dramatic story of his life and listen to excerpts of his music. Beethoven said of Handel, “He was the master of us all…the greatest composer that ever lived. I would uncover my head and kneel before his tomb.” Join us for an experience in great music. Mon. 3/1 & 3/8 10-11:30 am Virtual Course Instructor: Don Wolman Sessions: 2 *Zoom link will be emailed

The Secret World of Great Classical Music (this is a virtual OR on campus class!) Choose one The music journey continues-new masterpieces and new problems in music structure and harmony to consider. Mahler, Schubert, Mozart and perhaps a masterpiece from the 20th century. Symphonies, sonatas, quartets, and concertos-you name it-we’ll try to figure out the secrets. Something for everyone! Wed. 2/24-3/24 11-12:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 & Virtual Instructor: Steve Lund Sessions: 5 *Student Classroom Limit: 25 *Zoom link will be emailed

11 MATH/SCIENCE/TECNOLOGY An Introduction to Military Space Operations We will cover the basics of how the U.S. Air Force operates satellites for navigation, communication, weather and intelligence. The discussion will include the basics of orbital mechanics, satellite command and control and some of the unclassified capabilities of our vast network of space-based systems. Put on your science hat and come take a look at Military Space Operations! Tue. 2/2-2/23 4:30-5:30 pm Virtual Course

Instructor: Steve Rummel Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

Geologic Hazards: Earthquakes, Volcanoes and Impacts Our Earth has had a tumultuous past with many violent geologic processes acting on it to shape the Earth as we see it today. But are those processes dead or are they still working beneath our very feet. And if they are, how devastating will they be to us in the 21st century? In this course, we will review the history of some of the most intense geologic forces that have and will continue to affect the Earth. Mon. 1/25-3/1 11-12:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Greg Indelicato Sessions: 6 *Zoom link will be emailed

Geology of U.S. National Parks-Part 1 In 1872, President Ulysses S. Grant signed the bill that established our first National Park-Yellowstone. The intent of the bill was to set aside lands for the “benefit and enjoyment of the people,” as well as to preserve key wilderness areas. Today, we have 61 National Parks, many of which exhibit extraordinary geologic features. In Part 1 of this series, we will look at the geologic history that shaped the top six most visited National Parks. Tue. 3/2-4/6 9:30-11 am Virtual Course Instructor: Greg Indelicato Sessions: 6 *Zoom link will be emailed

12 MATH/SCIENCE/TECNOLOGY (CONT.)

More Famous Experiments That Changed Our World Every day each of us conducts scientific experiments, posing an “if” with a “then” and seeing what shakes out. Maybe it’s signing up for a SAIL class in a subject area new to you or bravely taking a virtual class using the foreign tool of Zoom. Ultimately, this striving, questioning spirit is the root of our ability to discover anything at all, especially new things. Tue. 2/2-2/23 11-12:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Herb Weinstein Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

Scientific Theories: The Big Picture Too often students learn the operational details of a scientific theory without grasping the big picture. This course lays out the historical context, logical structure, and evidential basis of three scientific theories: Theory of Climate Change, Immunology, Big Bang Theory. The emphasis is on the big picture, in particular on the idea that a scientific theory is defined by its postulates and supported or refuted by its predictions. Wed. 2/17-3/17 12:30-2 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Dr. Jim Lamb Sessions: 5 *Zoom link will be emailed

“And in the end, it’s not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” ~ Abraham Lincoln

13 MIND-BODY WELLNESS

Movement and Meditation A fun class that combines the benefits of movement through exercise and quieting the mind through guided meditation. We will perform seated chair exercises as well as standing up routines. This class is for beginner and intermediate levels of fitness. Sat. 1/30-3/6 10:15-11:15 am Virtual Course Instructor: Sarita Malhotra Sessions: 6 *Zoom link will be emailed

Music as Therapy Explore the sounds of music from different parts of the world and experience the effect they have on our mood, our health and our well-being. Learn about the lives of some composers through history and what drew them to expressing their creativity through music. Fri. 3/5-3/26 4:00-5:00 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Sarita Malhotra Sessions: 4 *Zoom link will be emailed

Social and Behavioral Psychology We will learn about concepts regarding both group and individual dynamics. Why do we fall prey to scam artists? What is “mindset”? Is Intelligence fixed? Class discussion is strongly encouraged, so bring your thinking hats with you! Tue. 3/23-4/27 4:30-5:30 pm Virtual Course Instructor: Sarita Malhotra Sessions: 6 *Zoom link will be emailed

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SPRING 2021 INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES

Brett Adams has a Master’s Degree from the University of Tulsa and has been teaching history at Collin College since 2004. Brett is a current board member of the Heritage Association of Frisco and past president. He founded and coordinates the “Saturday at the Museum” lecture series for the Frisco Heritage Museum.

Amira Shaham-Albalancy Ph.D., studied in the Animal Sciences Department of the Faculty of Agriculture at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Her specialty was the endocrine physiology of the reproductive system of dairy cows and worked as a private consultant to farms and firms in the agricultural industry. Dr. Albalancy moved to Texas from Israel in 2001 and started teaching at Collin College as associate faculty in 2004. She became full-time faculty for Collin College in 2006 and teaches human Anatomy and Physiology classes for science and non-science majors at the Frisco campus and a course of Introduction to Animal Science at the Wylie Campus.

Denise and George Bouhasin are your experts when it comes to travel! They have visited more than 75 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and South America, as well as Australia and New Zealand. Since George retired in 2009, they have made 23 international trips. Through his work before George’s retirement, they had the opportunity to live for an extended period in Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and China. They have familiarity with several languages. Denise and George are looking forward to more enriching experiences through travel.

Andy Brooks is an independent financial planner with Investment Services Center in Allen, TX. He is active in the Senior Coalition of the Allen/Fairview Chamber of Commerce and in other organizations that impact senior issues.

Jenney Chang came to the United States from a small island in the orient where she received an excellent basic art background at National Taiwan Normal University. Her medium is Chinese brush ink painting and her subject matter comes from the world of nature which is deeply rooted in her soul. Since 1993, after receiving a Master’s degree in art from Texas A&M Commerce, color, collage and structures have played a strong role in her art.

Robin Cole-Jett has been researching, documenting, and sharing the history for the past twenty years as the Red River Historian (publishing company, museum consult-redriverhistorian.com). a community college instructor, the author of five books, a tour guide, and a museum educator.

Shiva Davanloo, Ph.D. graduated with a Doctorate in Nutrition Sciences from Texas Woman’s University in 1996. She has been teaching different nutrition courses, both undergraduate and graduate ever since. She had her own private “dietitian” office and worked as the Dean for Clinical Nutrition Department/Clinic at her previous workplace. Her research focus had been on different dietary proteins and the effect on mammary tumorigenesis in rats. Dr. Davanloo is currently a full-time professor at Collin College at the Frisco Campus.

Lishan Desta, Ph.D. earned a doctorate in political science from University of Texas Dallas. He is full-time faculty at Collin Colleges McKinney campus teaching Economics. He has lived on three continents and teaches from his varied background in history, culture and world affairs.

Paul Dolliver earned degrees in History and Geology from Baylor University. He is a semi-retired geologist, Texas Master Naturalist, and avid reader. Paul currently teaches geology courses and SAIL classes at Collin College, in addition to Hill and Dallas Colleges.

Bruce Eisen is a CPA with degrees in political science and economics and a master’s degree in accounting. Most of his career was spent as chief operating and financial officer for several Jewish Federations.

SPRING 2021 INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES

Kyra Effren has had an extensive and international experience in the world of food and cookbooks! She received her Bachelor’s in Social Sciences from UCT Cape Town, RSA. Kyra did her post grad studies in Labor Relations at Columbia University. She is also a licentiate in Music Teaching from the Royal School of Music and University South Africa Schools. Kyra was the owner of Cours de Cuisine Cooking School and has worked with The Dallas Morning News for over 15 years. She currently is collaborating with the City of Dallas and other organizations to combat food insufficiency in Dallas with the elderly population.

Judith Fishman has been playing Mah Jongg since her teenage years. Besides playing “maj”, she has owned and operated her own retail store, founded and led a social service organization for women, and had a home staging/decorating business. She has been married to her wonderful husband for 43 years and has two grown children.

Jerry Frankel M.D. retired from the practice of medicine after almost forty years as a urologist. Now as a Bridge instructor, he feels like an ambassador for improving the lives of fellow seniors through this challenging and fun game.

Nicole Grose, Ph.D. and Tracy Meyer, M.S. M.A. have taught at Collin College’s Frisco campus for over 10 years. Combined, their interests are cell physiology, development neuroscience and human sexuality.

Matthew K. Hamilton, Ph.D. is a full-time faculty member of the History Department at the Collin College Central Park Campus in McKinney. He is a graduate of the University of North Texas with a Doctorate of Philosophy in American history. Dr. Hamilton’s area of expertise is the Antebellum South and has several scholarly publications and professional presentations to his name. Currently, he is working on Southern identity in the secession crisis of 1860-61.

Janet Harris, Ph.D. has taught literature and writing for over twenty-five years, coached readers and writers in pursuing their personal goals, and reviewed books. As an editor, Dr. Harris has guided writers in publishing over 150 books. She teaches academic and creative writing courses in the Doctor and Master of Liberal Studies program at SMU. She has retired several times, the first from UT-Dallas.

Mike Howard is a retired Secret Service Agent who served and protected four presidents. He shares recollections and insights gained from being part of the family at the White House and in their private homes and lives.

Greg Indelicato holds a Bachelor's degree in Geology from Queens College, CUNY and a Master's degree in Earth and Space Sciences from Stonybrook University (SUNY). He has worked as a professional geologist in several capacities including minerals exploration, petroleum geophysics, exploration geochemistry, geotechnical and hydrogeologic engineering, environment geology. He also had an opportunity to work with lunar rocks and glasses from Apollo 12 and 15. Greg has lectured on various subjects ranging from Physical Geology to exploration methods for base metals and uranium.

Sally Kemble is an artist and Art Educator. She has taught all levels of art from kindergarten through college seniors. She graduated with a major in Art from Centenary College of Shreveport, LA and holds a Master’s degree in Art History from the University of North Texas. Sally loves teaching as an instructor in SAIL! She has a son, daughter-in-law and 4 grandchildren who keep her and her husband busy.

Gay Ann Kiser, M.Ed. is a retired English teacher. In November of 2020, she released an autobiography titled, Take Three, which traces her experiences growing up in the foster care system and the village of people who saved her. She has 3 books published by SoulMate Publishing, and 5 others solely on Amazon, published under her pen name, Tessa Gray. Her true passion is teaching, and her career has included everything from teaching kindergarten to college students. Between creating YouTube videos on writing (Tuesdays with Tessa), and taking silly pictures to post on Instagram, she stays busy, but she is never too busy to pursue her hobbies. These include quilting, singing, milking the family goat and making her special goat’s milk hand lotion.

SPRING 2021 INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES

James Lamb, Ph.D., is a retired college professor and IT manager. After receiving a doctorate in philosophy from Brown University, he taught classes at SMU. He was also Director of Computer Services at Ebby Halliday Realtors for 28 years.

Barney Lane holds a B.A. in Fine Arts and an M.S. in Radio-TV and has worked as a professional broadcaster, real estate manager and middle school teacher. His outside interests include flying as a private pilot, wood carving and distance road cycling.

Steve Lund has taught writing and literature and music classes to adult, university, community college, high school, ESL (and even prison inmate) populations for 42 years. His Opera Society at Lutheran High School of Dallas was featured in the Dallas Morning News. He also sponsored and played in a jazz group at the school. Mr. Lund has also appeared on local radio stations (The Wolf, The Ticket and i93) talking about (believe it or not!) Mozart’s opera, The Magic Flute, and Wordsworth poem about “Tintern Abbey.” He is the author of a book about the James Joyce literary archives at Southern Illinois University and a grammar book entitled, Loving Grammar: Mr. Lund’s Guide to Professional Clamdigging.

Sarita Malhotra is a Certified Personal Trainer with a special focus on nutrition and gentle yoga. She holds a B.S. in psychology from UTD. Sarita has a passion for healthy cooking and eating and is an advocate of a healthy lifestyle for both mind and body.

Edward L. McClelland, Ph.D. has extensive economic and financial experience and expertise. He has authored numerous economic impact studies for both public and private organizations and directed the economic research activities as chief economist for RepublicBank Corporation. Dr. McClelland has briefed boards of directors of RepublicBank Corporation and the President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas. He is a skilled forecaster, speech writer, public speaker, has extensive experience with media relations and has taught as an adjunct professor.

Sonia Meltzer is a graduate of UT Dallas with a master’s in interdisciplinary studies with coursework in holocaust studies, literature, history, history of criticism and aesthetics.

Carrie Oransky, CPA Carrie is a CPA and an art history enthusiast. Since 2012, she has been teaching the History of Western Art to students in the home school community around Plano and McKinney. She believes that the intrinsic value of our shared humanity is discovered through our understanding of a culture’s art. She is looking forward to sharing her love of art with the SAIL students.

Kathryn Pinkney, Ph.D. Kathryn (Kathie) is a native of Ohio who arrived in Texas with her family in 1986. She earned a B.A. in American history at Miami University (Oxford, Ohio) an M.A. and a Ph.D. in American history at the University of North Texas.

Bulbin Sunar-Reeder taught undergraduate and graduate classes as a Professor of Medical Genetics and Biochemistry in Medical Faculties in Georgetown, Stanford, HIH (USA); University College London and Sussex University (UK), Hamburg University, Biochemistry Faculty (Germany); Marmara and Inonu University Medical Faculties (Turkey). She has supervised clinical and research laboratories. A Turkish ex-patriot with a strong love of world travel, she has a passion for archeology, history and anthropology. Bulbin is currently working as a self- employed Biotechnology Consultant.

Steve Rummel is a 22-year veteran of the U.S. Air Force with experience in space and missile operations and has extensive experience developing and testing new satellite operating systems. He worked for Raytheon for 3 years developing the next generation GPS system. Steve has master’s degrees in Aeronautical Science and Business Management and Master’s Degree in International Relations.

SPRING 2021 INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES

Christine Smith is a professional artist whose career has spanned multiple areas of expertise. A graduate of The Art Institute of Dallas, she started her career right out of college in the video game industry, creating art and animation. She is accredited on 7 published titles over a decade long span in the entertainment industry. She spent years freelancing as a graphic designer, photographer and web developer. She also founded the WERX Foundation, and served as president and Executive Director, assisting nearly 100 start-up companies over to become successful small businesses. Christine works as a fine artist, an Instructor at Collin College and serves as President of the Visual Arts League of Allen (VALA).

Fred Smith has been a SAIL instructor going on twelve years. He is a native Texan with degrees from Abilene Christian and University of Arkansas in Nuclear Chemistry. He served forty years in the Army, both active and reserve, and retired as a Brigadier General in 1995. He was on the staff at SMU for several years, then retired to teach his passion, modern history, much observed first hand.

Shirl H. Terrell, Ph.D. holds a doctorate in Humanities with a concentration in Applied Linguistics and Aesthetic Studies from the University of Texas Dallas (UTD) and holds a Masters in Jungian and Archetypal Studies from Pacifica Graduate Institute. She is a Language and Communication Specialist and taught at Collin College for 22 years. Shirl is a member of the Board of Directors and past president of the C.G. Jung Society of N. Texas and serves on the Advisory Board to the Arts and Humanities at UTD. Dr. Terrell has worked with Traffick911, an organization seeking to free youth from sex-trafficking, and volunteers for NAMI NTX (National Alliance on Mental Illness, N. TX Division). She also loves to dance!

Herbert Weinstein, Ph.D. received his B.S. from Tufts University and a Ph.D. from Princeton University in Chemical Engineering. After a 32-year career in industry and as a private consultant doing oilfield research, adjunct teaching at colleges and private tutoring, he chose to enter secondary education. Herb has taught math at all levels and fundamentals of computer programming at Yavneh Academy, The Hockaday School and Parish Episcopal School and is now retired after 13 years of secondary education. “I did some great things in industry, but I feel that as a teacher, I have done even greater things; making a major difference in the lives of my students-students of all ages!”

Don Wolman is a teacher, world traveler and writer. He teaches classes in world geography, travel, history and science. Don holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from MIT and a Master’s degree in Physics from Tufts University. He works part-time as a technical writer and volunteers as a speaker/presenter around the DFW area.

SAIL GUEST SPEAKER

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WALKING THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO: A JOURNEY ACROSS SPAIN Thursday, February 18, 2021 12-1:30 p.m. Virtual Presentation Link will be emailed

Presenter: Allison Venuto

Join us for a walk on the Camino de Santiago, a series of ancient European paths leading to a stunning cathedral in Santiago, Spain. We’ll talk about the literal and figurative highs and lows of the 500- mile journey in northern Spain. From packing and planning to walking and wandering, we’ll discuss this life-changing journey.

Allison Venuto currently serves as the Director of Collegiate Academies at the Plano Campus. Previously, she taught as an adjunct professor and full-time professor in the Education Department. With an undergraduate degree from Baylor University and master’s degrees from the University of North Texas and Southern Methodist University, she is pursuing her doctorate at Abilene Christian University in Organizational Leadership. Two years ago, she and her husband walked 500 miles of the Camino de Santiago in Spain. They have been planning a trip back ever since. SAIL GUEST SPEAKER SPRING 2021

ART AND LANDSCAPE IN YELLOWSTONE, YOSEMITE, AND THE GRAND CANYON Friday, March 5, 2021 11:30-1 pm Virtual Presentation Link will be emailed Presenter: Paul Dolliver

Mr. Dolliver will conduct a geological-historical tour of Yellowstone, Yosemite, and the Grand Canyon as depicted by 19th and 20th century landscape painters and photographers.

Paul Dolliver earned degrees in History and Geology from Baylor University. He is a semi-retired geologist, Texas Master Naturalist, and reader. Paul currently teaches geology courses at Collin College, Hill and Dallas Colleges. SAIL GUEST SPEAKER

SPRING 2021

BLOOD, BONES AND COFFEE CUPS: WHAT ARE THE SCIENTIFIC FACTS ABOUT FORENSIC DNA TESTING FOR HUMAN IDENTIFICATION? SAIL GUEST SPEAKER ThursdayS P R, I April N G 1, 202 2 01 2 2:001 p.m. Virtual Presentation

Presenter: Dr. Dennis Reeder

Just about everyone is aware of the power of DNA testing. Particularly, those who watch the television series CSI, Dateline, NCIS and others are aware of the laboratories that run samples to match DNA evidence to suspects. Human identification in the forensic laboratory began many years before DNA was found to be a superior method for discovery.

In 1985, Alec Jeffreys and associates at Leicester University discovered the uniqueness of each person’s DNA and that variable areas of DNA could be isolated and identified. Jeffreys termed this method as DNA fingerprinting, now currently known as DNA typing.

We will discuss and illustrate the power and latest developments in DNA typing from the earliest forensic use to the sophisticated and rapid methods now being sued in the nation’s crime laboratories.

*For an in depth look at Dr. Reeders career, see the attached biography

Dennis J. Reeder has devoted his life to work in various scientific fields. He moved to Texas at the age of 9 with his family who settled in North Dallas. His father was a chemist and Dennis grew up surrounded by Science magazines. He graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1957, and spent that summer working in Garland, TX, helping to fabricate aluminum antennas for the US military at the Varo company. He then pursued a degree in Physics and Chemistry, graduating with a BS in Physics in 1964. He went on to receive a M.S. in Microbiology and Biochemistry in 1966. He received his PhD in Immunology and Biochemistry in 1969 from The University of North Texas, Denton, TX. His dissertation research was performed under a NATO grant at the United States Uniformed University of the Health Sciences (United States Air Force) in the Infectious Disease Branch at Brooks Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX. He studied the immune response of guinea pigs in an Apollo atmosphere in bariatric chambers at a simulated 19,000 feet, or 5 pounds per sq. inch of pure oxygen. Following this research, he accepted a two-year postdoctoral position at the Institute of Microbiology, Rutgers, the State University, in New Brunswick, NJ. There, he worked on various components of the immune system and developed a computer analysis program to crunch the data. At that time, he was using the computer link between Rutgers Univ. and Princeton Univ. He then pursued his first “real paying job” as the group leader of Immunological Reagent Development at Microbiological Associates in Bethesda, MD. He supervised the production of clinical research antibodies in a host of animals at a farm facility in Walkersville, MD. At one time, he had active production with several hundred rabbits, seven goats, two horses and two bulls. He also researched a new product called “Limulus Amoebocyte Lysate”, a product derived from the blood of the Atlantic horseshoe crab, Limulus polyphemus. He had the honor of bleeding the first of many crabs. The pale blue blood of the crab contained cells (amoebocytes), that when disrupted became a reagent that was extremely sensitive for the detection of bacterial endotoxins, which had to be screened for their absence in injectable pharmaceuticals. This product eliminated the expensive, usual method of injecting the drugs in rabbits and measuring their rectal temperatures to see if any endotoxins were present that would cause fever spikes. That product became a million-dollar product. In 1975, Dr. Reeder was asked by the Director of the Chemical Science Department to apply for a position at the Dept. of Commerce, National Bureau of Standards (now the National Institute of Standards and Technology – NIST), in Gaithersburg, MD. He applied, gave a seminar, and was hired as an analytical chemist. After a few years, he became group leader of the Biochemical Measurements Group and spent the first ten years of his time working on a variety of Standard Reference Materials (SRMs) for the clinical laboratory industry. Much work went into finding suitable, pure resources to be characterized and certified. SRMs such as a Protein Concentration standard, an epilepsy drug standard, and a lead in blood standard, were among others that were released for calibration and quality assurance of clinical tests. In 1985, with the advent of DNA testing for human identification, Dr. Reeder was asked if there was a need for standards for DNA. His contact with a former student and friend at the FBI laboratory in Quantico, VA resulted in an invitation to join a technical working group of forensic scientists who produced quality assurance documents for forensic testing laboratories. This launched a career in DNA forensics that lasted for the next 15 years at NIST. During that time, he traveled extensively to meet with personnel and directors of many forensic laboratories. In one of the visits to the California lab in Oakland, he was asked if he would consider testifying in a “really important trial” in Los Angeles – (it was the O.J. Simpson trial). His supervisor at NIST said that it would likely be a long trial and that Dr. Reeder was needed to be working in his own laboratory. However, since he did not get to testify in the trial, he kept in touch with many of those who gave testimonies. At one of his meetings, Dr. Reeder was recruited by Dr. Richard Froede, former president of the College of American Pathologists, to serve a five-year appointment to a CAP advisory committee on human identification. This brought him into contact with numerous forensic laboratories and had an impact on some of the methods used in analysis of DNA profiles. Dr. Reeder retired from NIST in July 2000, after 25 years in the federal government. Three days after his retirement, he began working in a new position as head of the Human Identification Group at Applied Biosystems, in San Mateo, CA. He assembled a group of chemists and biologists who developed reagents and kits used by forensic laboratories. The kits became one of the world market leaders, resulting in over $5 million in sales. During his science career, Dr. Reeder has been a member of The Electrophoresis Society, serving two years as president, a member of the Association of Forensic Analysts and Administrators (AFDAA, a Texas-based non-profit organization), serving two years as president, and a member of the American Association of Forensic Sciences, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, and other science-based organizations. He served as an advisor to AFDIL, the Armed Forces DNA Identification Laboratory in Gaithersburg, MD and in Dover, DE. He also worked as the Designated NIST Scientist on the DNA Advisory Board to the Director of the FBI.

SAIL GUEST SPEAKER SPRING 2021

DOES AGING ALTER THE WAY YOUR MEDICATIONS WORK?

Tuesday, April 13, 2021 11:00 a.m. Virtual Presentation Presenter: Dr. Deepa Pattani

Deepa Pattani, Ph.D., owner of Allen Pharmacy & Wellness, holds a Doctorate in Pharmacy from Rutgers University; Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy, and active licenses as a Registered Pharmacist in 4 U.S. states. Join us as she shares her holistic perspective and passion for overall wellness, based on a wide variety of experiences. Learn why our response to medications changes throughout life.

Speaker Series

SPRING 2021 ART SUPPLY LIST

CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING Brushes- 1 medium size “combination” brush & 1 (weasel) brown brush (Both brushes can be purchased from instructor for $8.00 per brush) 2 rice paper packs (available on Amazon) 1 bottle of calligraphy ink (available on Amazon) 1 brush wash container 1 piece of white felt to cover working space on desk 1 roll of paper towels 2 water containers (any material) 3 ceramic saucers (white) 1 brush wrap (optional) 1 brush rack (optional) 1 paper holder (optional) Watercolor needed: *Instructor recommends Holbein HWC brand, but use what you already have!) Crimson Lake Quinacridone Red Burnt Sienna Vermilion Hue Indigo Permanent Yellow Light Viridian Hue White poster color (Oriental Art Supply carries it for $12.00) https://orientalartsupply.com/products/sakura-white

BEGINNER DRAWING LESSONS Anticipated Cost: $10.00 Sketchbook Pencils Eraser Smudge Stick

PAINT WITH ME! ONLINE PAINT ALONG CLASS Anticipated Cost: $25.00 (4) Canvas boards or canvases 12x16 Basic brush set-at least (5) different types/sizes (1 1in wide flat) Palette knife Paper plates or palette paper (for palette) Basic acrylic paint set: Red, Deep Yellow, Green Blue, black and white, Burnt Umber, Raw Sienna

SPRING 2021 ART SUPPLY LIST

ADVANCED ACRYLIC PAINTING EXERCISES Anticipated Cost: $35.00 (6) Canvas boards or canvases 12x16, 12x12, or 16x20 Suggest paint colors: Black, white, phthalo blue, phthalo green, raw sienna, burnt umber, red, deep yellow, violet

Basic brush set-at least (5) different types/sizes Suggestions-1” flat, med round, thin liner brush, fan brush, etc. Palette knife Gel Medium (gloss or matte) Paper plates for palette paper (for palette)

SAIL Great Books Spring 2021 Dolliver

SAIL GREAT BOOKS Spring 2021 Discussion Schedule

DATE READING* LENGTH

1/29 The Devil Baby at Jull House 13 Jane Addams

2/12 The Man Who Could Work Miracles 14 H.G. Wells

2/26 Mario and the Magician 35 Thomas Mann

3/12 The Daughters of the Late Colonel 17 Katherine Mansfield

3/26 My Confession 21 Mary McCarthy

4/9 Holy Week 33 Deborah Eisenberg

*Readings are from Great Conversations 6 (2013) The Great Books Foundation

SAIL Great Books Spring 2021 Dolliver

SAIL GREAT NOVELS Spring 2021 Discussion Schedule

DATE NOVEL

3/19 The Age of Innocence (1920) Edith Wharton

4/23 Confessions of a Fallen Standard-Bearer (1992) Andrei Makine

ZOOM TIPS & TRICKS

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Collin College SAIL Campus Locations

Collin Higher Education Center (CHEC) 3452 Spur 399 McKinney, TX 75069

The Collin Higher Education Center was created to provide a unique, multi-institutional higher education experience to area students. Five universities offer a variety of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in one convenient, local university center. Texas A&M University-Commerce, Texas Woman’s University, The University of Texas at Dallas, The University of North Texas, and Texas Tech University have partnered with Collin College to offer numerous services and amenities to support students, including on-site advising and admission assistance, wireless internet, computer labs, study areas, free and secure parking, and a student lounge.

Courtyard Center (CYC) 4800 Preston Park Boulevard Plano, TX 75093

The Courtyard Center is conveniently located in Plano and houses Collin’s Seniors Active in Learning (SAIL), the Continuing Education and Workforce Development department, the Center for Workforce and Economic Development (CWED), Collin Corporate College, Health Sciences and Collin Small Business Development Center (SBDC),

Frisco Campus -Preston Ridge (PRC) 9700 Wade Boulevard Frisco, TX 75035

Set along the historic Shawnee Trail, the Frisco Campus (Preston Ridge) is the second largest Collin campus with over 8,500 students. Students can take advantage of unique programs and amenities that foster exploration, collaboration, and critical thinking. The campus houses the award-winning Institute of Hospitality and Culinary Education (IHCE), the National Convergence Technology Center (CTC), an impressive conference center, and a university-style central quad.

Wylie Campus (WC) 391 Country Club Road Wylie, TX 75098

Sitting on just under 100 acres, with approximately 44 acres donated by the city of Wylie, the new Wylie Campus is located along Country Club Road across from the Wylie Municipal Complex. Phase one of the Wylie Campus development includes three multi-story instructional buildings that function as the Library, Campus Commons, and Student Center with conference center facilities. Thank you for participating in the SAIL Program!

SAIL Program, Collin College 4800 Preston Park Blvd., Plano, TX 75093 Visit our website at www.collin.edu/sail Office: 972-985-3789

SAIL is an educational program for individuals 55 years of age or older under the sponsorship of Collin College Continuing Education.