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Hill Country Fredericksburg l Highland Lakes A Learning Community for Adults Over 50 EXPLORING NEW GROUND SPRING 2020 COURSE CATALOG Osher Lifelong Learning Institute n www.olli.ttu.edu OLLI Staff Welcome to the Osher Lifelong Learning Shelby Crews – Director Institute at Texas Tech University! Melanie Hart, Ph.D. – Texas Tech University Vice Provost/OLLI Texas Tech Oversight At Texas Tech University, we aspire Otto Ratheal, M.B.A. – Associate Director to provide students an experience Alice Boyd – Fredericksburg Coordinator that is transformative, one that Sarah Ramos – Highland Lakes Coordinator promotes intellectual curiosity, and promotes life-long learning. Fredericksburg Advisory Board The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Jim Lindley, M.D. – Chair Texas Tech University embodies these Ross Bigelow, Ph.D. attributes. It offers unique opportunities Jill Carr for local citizens of more than 50 years Jim Crowhurst of age who have a common interest in Reg Gartner continuing their learning experiences Gwynne Juett and intellectual stimulation in an James Klein organization of like-minded people who value the joy of learning. Carl Luckenbach Maria Robertson, MS Many individuals have taken advantage of the offerings afforded Marye Tharp, Ph.D. through this exciting program. Courses are developed by peers with Anne Weinheimer the goal of providing a high-quality learning experience accessible Kenneth Williams to all. In addition, OLLI membership provides an opportunity for social interaction and new friendships with members who bring a lifetime of personal and professional experience to class. Highland Lakes Advisory Board I welcome and encourage your participation in this program that Bill Smyrl – Chair will provide opportunities to grow intellectually and socially. Elaine Waddill – Vice Chair Ray Buchanan, Ph.D Sincerely, Brent Lane Merrill Laurentz Mark McCary Frank Reilly Lawrence Schovanec, Ph.D. Bill Rives President. Seth Smith Sonya Smyrl Scott Streit Jearl Thorpe The Osher Foundation OLLI Office Hours The Bernard Osher Foundation, headquartered in San Francisco, Fredericksburg was founded in 1977 by Bernard 2818 East U.S. Hwy 290, Fredericksburg, TX Osher, a respected businessman Monday-Thursday Noon-5 p.m. and community leader. The (830) 990-4948 Foundation seeks to improve quality of life through support for higher education and the arts. Mr. Osher is a community-oriented businessman Highland Lakes whose philanthropy created Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes (OLLI) 806 Steve Hawkins Pkwy, Marble Falls, TX across the country. Our OLLI is in a network of 124 lifelong learning Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. programs on university and college campuses across the country, with at (830) 693-0478 least one grantee in each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. Please check our website and electronic OLLI owes its existence to Bernard and Barbro Osher, whose newsletters for holiday or other closing dates. vision and continuing moral and financial support of lifelong learning is unprecedented and unparalleled. We are very www.olli.ttu.edu fortunate and proud to have an OLLI at Texas Tech University. 2 www.olli.ttu.edu n Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Our Mission Who teaches OLLI classes? The mission of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Most of our classes are taught by distinguished (OLLI) at Texas Tech University is to provide professors, both active and retired. Other instructors are enjoyable and stimulating non-credit learning experts in their fields, university doctoral students or and cultural opportunities for its members. OLLI members. There is one common denominator: they teach because they enjoy education and OLLI students. What is Osher Lifelong Learning Institute? What happens for weather or OLLI began as a continuing education program at Texas other emergency cancellations? Tech University in 2002-2003 as Texas Tech Lifelong OLLI follows the same policy as Texas Tech University Learning. In 2008, endowment support was received for cancellations because of weather or other acts of from the Bernard Osher Foundation. In recognition of its nature or emergencies. If TTU classes are canceled, affiliation with the Osher Foundation and as one of 124 OLLI classes are also canceled. Postings can be found at such institutes nationwide, Texas Tech Lifelong Learning www.emergency.ttu.edu as well as on local television was re-named Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at or radio stations. OLLI reserves the right to substitute Texas Tech University. We are self-sustaining, supported instructors, rearrange class schedules, or cancel through membership dues, class fees, an endowment classes because of low enrollment or illness. In from the Bernard Osher Foundation, donations and in- case of class cancellation or a schedule change, kind support from Texas Tech University. No tests, no you will be notified and may receive a credit for grades, no research papers – just intellectual stimulation. another class in the same semester or a refund. What are the requirements to join? What if I have to cancel Everyone age 50 and older may join. my registration? The only prerequisite is a desire to learn. Because space in classes is limited, please let the office know as soon as possible if you need to What does membership cost? cancel a class registration. It is important that you are aware that canceling any class requiring bus Membership is $30 per person, valid for a transportation, food or supplies will result in loss year from date of purchase, and does not of the registration fee unless the member is able include cost of individual courses. to find a replacement to attend in their place. Where is the OLLI office? For all other classes, we ask that members let us know of their cancellation at least four days in Our offices are located in the TTU Higher Education advance to be eligible to receive a credit transfer Teaching Sites at 2818 East U.S. Hwy 290, Fredericksburg, to be applied to another class or a refund. Texas, and 806 Steve Hawkins Pkwy, Marble Falls, Texas. Members may also choose to donate their refund Our phone numbers are (830) 990-4948 for Fredericksburg if they wish to support OLLI operations. and (830) 693-0478 for Highland Lakes. Our phone stays We do provide full refunds on a case-by-case basis busy each semester, so if you reach voicemail, it is likely the for illness, medical emergencies, etc. Membership staff is on another phone call or has a visitor in the office. fees cannot be credited or refunded. Please leave a message, and your call will be returned as quickly as possible by an employee or a volunteer. facebook.com/OLLITTUHighlandLakes instagram.com/OLLITTU facebook.com/OLLITTUFredericksburg www.olli.ttu.edu 3 Osher Lifelong Learning 2020 Spring Classes n www.olli.ttu.edu Spring Kickoff Events Table of Contents Spring Kickoff Events Spring Kickoff Events ................ 4 Fredericksburg Classes .............. 5 Don’t miss these special OLLI events where you can Highland Lakes Classes ........... 12 meet other members, learn about additional ways to get involved and be first in line to register for Spring classes. Class Summary ....................... 18 Registration ..............................19 Fredericksburg 2020 Spring Kickoff Lifelong learners age 50 and older are invited to help kick off the 2019 spring semester of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at TTU, Fredericksburg. The event begins with a social at 5:30 p.m., followed by a seated dinner by Delicious Details at 6 p.m. The program includes sneak previews of upcoming classes, with the opportunity for guests to sign up for their favorites. The cost to attend the kickoff, including social, meal, speakers, friends and fun, is $35 per person. Seating is limited, so RSVP by Friday, Jan. 24. To register online for both the kickoff event and classes, visit olli.ttu.edu, email [email protected] or call (830) 990-4948. RSVP by Friday, January 24 Date: Friday, January 31 Time: 5:30-8 p.m. Fee: $35 Location: TTU Higher Education Teaching Site, 2818 East U.S. Hwy 290, Fredericksburg Highland Lakes Spring 2020 Kickoff Join OLLI at TTU, Highland Lakes as we celebrate this new semester filled with fun, food, fellowship and an overview of classes focused on many topics. Hors d’oeuvres will be served while presenters share information about OLLI classes; then, take time to explore the all of the exciting new catalog offerings. Be sure to RSVP by January 24 to reserve your space as we begin a new semester of opportunities to learn and interact in the wonderful Highland Lakes community. To register online for both the kickoff event and classes, visit olli.ttu.edu, email [email protected], or call (830) 693-0478. RSVP by Friday, January 24 Date: Thursday, January 30 Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Fee: Free Location: Hidden Falls Golf Club, 220 Meadowlakes Drive, Meadowlakes 4 www.olli.ttu.edu n Osher Lifelong Learning 2020 Spring Classes Fredericksburg Classes LBJ and Three Kleins What was it like living in the shadow of the LBJ 2818 East U.S. Hwy 290, Fredericksburg, Texas Ranch and working for President Johnson? Lawrence Klein was the “fix-it” man at the ranch. If something An Aisle Seat at the Oscars and More wasn’t working, the Johnson family would call Mr. Klein to repair it – the tool shed at the ranch Get ready for this double feature! Join Matt Ward as he is now named in honor of him. Hear Lawrence’s discusses Fredericksburg’s 11th Annual Hill Country Film sons tell first-person stories of what it was like to Festival. He will talk about the evolution of the event from know and work for President Johnson in the 1960s a small single-screen affair to a large, multi-venue festival. when Stonewall was the “Summer White House.” Following drinks and snacks at intermission, Matt will Instructors: The sons of Lawrence Klein – Tony, preview the Academy Awards, highlighting the best of the John and Stan all grew up in Stonewall and worked year in cinema.