FALL 2021 Schedule

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972.985.3788 Courtyard Center 4800 Preston Park Blvd, Ste.116 Plano, TX 75093

SAIL is an educational program operated by and for individuals 55 years of age or better under the sponsorship of Collin College Continuing Education. Why drift through life when you can SAIL? WHAT IS SAIL? SAIL is a lifelong learning program offered at Collin College to members, 55 years of age and older, living in Collin and surrounding counties. It was modeled after the Elder Hostel Institute for Learning. Classes are non-credit; there are no tests, grades or papers to write. The sheer joy of learning and becoming more informed is the goal of SAIL members.

SAIL offers classes in Fall, Spring and Summer with social activities throughout the year along with Guest Lecturers and Visiting Professors who share exciting topics and experiences.

The SAIL program includes talented instructors, college professors, and business leaders with categorical expertise. We offer a wide array of courses such as history, literature, current events, art appreciation and enrichment courses. SAIL provides members and instructors the opportunity to participate in study, discussion and social interaction.

The sole purpose of SAIL which started in fall 1996 was and continues to be providing interesting and exceptional lifelong learning courses at Collin College. The only requirement is a passion for learning!

Classes are conveniently held during the week between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. and parking is free at all campuses.

Interested in becoming involved and volunteering with SAIL or your community? Volunteering will give you an opportunity to meet other SAIL students while supporting the program and your community. Check the SAIL monthly newsletter for volunteer opportunities.

Mission Statement Collin County Community College District is a student and community-centered institution committed to developing skills, strengthening character, and challenging the intellect. Welcome to the Fall 2021 Semester! If you are new to SAIL, we extend a warm welcome and if you are a returning SAIL member, we are so excited to have you back! Our incredible Instructors and Guest Speakers have worked hard to put together a fall schedule that will keep your mind active and engaged. SAIL will be celebrating 25 years of providing excellent lifelong learning courses to the community since 1996! Be on the lookout for monthly giveaways and a new look to your SAIL newsletter. To celebrate 25 years, this fall you can take unlimited courses. Mix and match between on-line learning or on campus classes. Each course in the fall schedule, will indicate it it is an on campus or an on-line course.

We have a great line-up of Guest Speakers this fall, so be sure to register for them, so we have an accurate seat count for the on-campus lectures. Remember that Guest Speakers are free to attend as part of your paid membership! We love free stuff!

SAIL also has a new category, “Informative Free Lectures” which are courses that we think are important to be "in the know!" Be sure to register for these lectures.

If you haven’t tried Zoom Online Learning, visit the SAIL website, http://www.collin.edu/sail where you can find a tutorial or contact the SAIL office for assistance! We are here to help!

Online learning links to your class will be emailed to you, if you have registered for that class, a few days before the class starts. Be sure to save the link where you can easily find it, as most links will be re- curring for that particular course.

Have an amazing fall semester and feel free to contact the SAIL office with any questions at 972-985-3788 or email [email protected]. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

*Are there requirements to join SAIL? If you are 55 or over and enjoy learning and meeting new people, you qualify!

*What types of classes are offered and who teaches the SAIL classes? History, literature, art appreciation, current events and lifestyle interests are just a sampling of the classes offered in SAIL. The SAIL instructor community includes talented presenters, college professors and business leaders with categorical expertise.

*What is included in my SAIL Fall 2021 membership? Fall 2021 members can take unlimited courses for the same low price of $100.00 this semester to celebrate 25 years of exceptional lifelong learning with Collin College along with GUEST SPEAKERS.

*Do I need to have a degree to join the SAIL program? No degree is required, the only requirement is a passion for learning and enrichment!

*When are SAIL classes held? SAIL classes are conveniently held Monday-Friday between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Collin College parking is free!

*Where are SAIL classes held? (campus location may change per semester) Courtyard Center (CYC) 4800 Preston Park Blvd., Plano, TX 75093 Collin Higher Education Center (CHEC) 3452 Spur 399, McKinney, TX 75069 Frisco Campus (Preston Ridge) 9700 Wade Blvd., Frisco, TX 75035 Wylie Campus 391 Country Club Road, Wylie, TX 75098 *Can I drop in on a class that I am not registered for? Classroom seat counts are based on fire code regulations. and seating capacity set for that class. Please do not DROP IN to a class that you are not registered for. Contact the SAIL office to see if there is seat availability in that class and we will happy to add you to the class roster.

*Can I add courses if I haven’t registered for all of my classes at the same time? Yes! Contact the SAIL office if you didn’t sign up for all your courses and we can add your course request, based on seat availability.

*Can I be “wait listed” for a closed course? Absolutely! If you tried to register for a class that is closed, notify the SAIL office and we will add you to the waitlist. You will be contacted by phone or email when a space becomes available. *If I arrive late for my class, will my seat be available? Please arrive early or on time to secure your seat. We are not able to guarantee your seat for a full class if you arrive late.

*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 seat availability. Contact the SAIL office for any questions.

*Can I bring a guest to a SAIL class? Definitely! A current member can bring one guest per semester to join you in a class if an extra seat is available. Please contact the SAIL office at 972-985-3788 prior to bringing them to class to verify seat availability.

*Can I suggest a class and are there volunteer opportunities? Yes! We rely on our membership to keep the “sails” running smoothly. Email the sail office [email protected] or call us, 972-985-3789. We have various positions to fit your style and know your time is valuable. We are happy with any time offered.

*Are there refunds for SAIL membership? Sorry, there are no refunds for SAIL memberships after the semester begins. SAIL Fall 2021 CATEGORIES AND COURSES CATEGORY PAGE(S)

ARTS/ART HISTORY 1,2 Art: The Renaissance The Art and Inspiration of Chinese Brush Painting Basic Drawing Skill Building Basic Acrylic Painting Sessions Fundamentals of Watercolor Introduction to Art Mediums Watercolor II

DISCUSSION 3,4 Behind the News Bitcoin & Ether & Doge, OH MY! Economic Outlook and Analysis How to Lie with Statistics The Arab-Israel Conflict: Is a Solution Possible? The Sweet Spot of Today’s Journalism The World Under the Watch of the Big Three What the Hell Happened in 1971??

GAMES 5 Mah Jongg I (A) Mah Jongg I (B) Supervised Bridge

HEALTH/LIFESTYLE/WELLNESS 6,7 Introduction to New World Wine Introduction to Old World Wine Movement and Meditation Salt and Wine: Survival and Celebration

HISTORY 8, 9, 10 Battle of the North Atlantic – Submarine Warfare in WWII From Protestantism to Capitalism: How Individualism and Skepticism of Authority Gave Birth to America and Transformed the World Six Famous Psychologists and Their Contribution to Psychotherapy The Good, the Great, and the Terrible-Tsars and Tsaritsas of Imperial Russia: Ivan the Terrible (1547) to Nicolas II (1917) The Intersection of History and Technology – Part I The Red River War(s) (on campus) The Red River War(s) (online) The Terrible 1850’s Winston Churchill and How He Changed the World SAIL Fall 2021 CATEGORIES AND COURSES CATEGORY PAGE(S)

INFORMATIVE FREE COURSES 11, 12 Brain Health Estate Planning – Changes and Constants Let’s Talk Food and Nutrition Maximizing Your Medicare Choices Personal Disaster Preparedness The Immune System – Our Personal Super Hero!

LANGUAGE/TRAVEL 13 Conversational Yiddish Literacy Evolution: Early Recorded Language Until Today Speak Spanish Creatively

LITERATURE/FILM/MUSIC 14, 15 2021 Perspectives on Mystery Series Great Books Discussion Group Great Novels Discussion Group Memoir Writing – Part II Silas Marner, The Weaver of Raveloe The Secret Life of Amazing Music

MATH/SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY 16, 17 Dawn of the Atomic Age – No Turning Back How Life Works at a Molecular Level and How We Fight Against Infections The Skeletal System – Series Class * The Basics of Flight: Aerodynamics, Meteorology, Physiology and FAA Regulations The Great Math Mystery

GUEST LECTURERS 1980: The Year That Changed America Brett Adams and Dr. Aaron West 9/17/21 2:30-3:30 pm Courtyard Center Room 122

From Sea to Shining Sea: How Geology Guided Pioneers Westward Across America Paul Dolliver 10/7/21 1-2:30 pm Online

Walking the Camino De Santiago: A Journey Across Spain Dr. Allison Venuto 11/2/21 1:00 pm Online SAIL Fall 2021

*(OL) VIRTUAL (CYC) COURTYARD CENTER MONDAY (CYC) Fundamentals of Watercolor 9/13-10/4 11am-12:30 pm (4 sessions) (CYC) Watercolor II 9/13-10/18 9-10:30 am (6 sessions) (OL) Supervised Bridge 9/13-10/18 1:30-3 pm (6 sessions) (OL) Introduction to Old World Wine 9/13-10/18 11am-12:30 pm (6 sessions) (CYC) Speak Spanish Creatively 10/4-11/1 1:30-2:45pm (5 sessions) (OL) Introduction to New World Wine 10/25-11/29 11am-12:30 pm (6 sessions) (OL) The Red River War(s) 11/8 & 11/15 2:30-4pm (2 sessions) (CYC) Personal Disaster Preparedness 11/8 11am-12:30 pm (1 session) TUESDAY (OL) The Arab-Israel Conflict: Is a Solution Possible? 9/7-9/28 1:30-3pm (4 sessions) (CYC) Economic Outlook and Analysis 9/7-9/21 10:30am-12pm (3 sessions) (CYC) Literacy Evolution: History & Discussion about American Adult Literacy 9/28-10/12 11am-12pm (3 sessions) (CYC) The Good, the Great, and the Terrible-Tsars and Tsaritasas of Imperial Russia: Ivan the Terrible (1547) to Nicolas II (1917) 10/5-11/9 2:30-4pm (6 sessions)

(OL) Winston Churchill & How He Changed the World 10/5-11/2 11-12:45 pm (5 sessions) (CYC) The Red River War(s) 9/21 & 9/28 2:30-4pm (2 sessions) (CYC) 2021 Perspectives on Mystery Series 10/19-11/9 11am-12:30pm (4 sessions) (OL) From Protestantism to Capitalism: How Individualism and Skepticism of Authority Gave Birth to America and Transformed the World 10/26-11/16 1:30-3pm (4 sessions) (OL) Silas Marner, The Weaver of Raveloe 11/9-11/30 1-2pm (4 sessions) (OL &CYC) The Skeletal System-Series Class 11/16 & 11/23 11am-12pm (2 sessions) (CYC) Basic Acrylic Painting Sessions (new date & time) 10/26-11/23 1-2:30 pm (5 sessions) SAIL Fall 2021

*(OL) VIRTUAL (CYC) COURTYARD CENTER WEDNESDAY (CYC) The Secret Life of Amazing Music 9/8-10/6 11am-12:30pm (5 sessions) (CYC) How Life Works at a Molecular Level & How We Fight Against Infections 9/8-9/29 1:30-2:30 pm (4 sessions) (CYC) Beginning Mah Jongg-A (Only sign up for 1 class, either A or B) 9/15-10/13 1:30-3:30 pm (5 sessions) (CYC) Beginning Mah Jongg-B (Only sign up for 1 class, either A or B) 10/27-11/24 1:30-3:30 pm (5 sessions) (OL) The Intersection of History and Technology-Part 1 10/6-10/27 2-3:30 pm (4 sessions) (CYC) Bitcoin, Ether and Doge, OH MY! 10/13-10/27 10am-11:30am (3 sessions) (CYC Basic Drawing Skill Building 10/27-11/24 11am-11:50am (5 sessions) (CYC) What the Hell Happened in 1971?? 11/10 10-11:30am (1 session) (OL) Let’s Talk Food and Nutrition! 11/10 & 11/17 2:30-4pm (2 sessions) (CYC) Salt and Wine: Survival and Celebration 12/1 & 12/8 12:30-1:30 pm (2 sessions) THURSDAY (OL) The Immune System-Our Personal Super Hero 10/14 2:30-3:30pm (1 session) (CYC) The Art and Inspiration of Chinese Brush Painting 9/9-10/7 1:30-2:30pm (5 sessions) (CYC) Battle of the North Atlantic-Submarine Warfare in WWII 9/9-9/30 1-2:30 pm (4 sessions) (CYC) Memoir Writing-Part II 9/9-9/23 1:30-2:30pm (3 sessions) (OL) Behind the News 9/16-10/21 11am-12:30pm (6 sessions) (CYC) Art: The Renaissance 9/30-10/28 1:30-3:30pm (5 sessions) (OL) The Great Math Mystery 10/7-11/4 11am-12:45 pm (5 sessions) (OL) How to Lie with Statistics 11/4-12/2 1:30-2:45pm (4 sessions) (CYC) Dawn of the Atomic Age-No Turning Back 11/4 1:30-3pm (1 session) (OL) Estate Planning-Changes and Constants 11/11 & 11/18 2-3pm (2 sessions) (CYC) Brain Health 11/11 & 11/18 11am-12pm (2 sessions) SAIL Fall 2021

*(OL) VIRTUAL (CYC) COURTYARD CENTER FRIDAY (OL) The World Under the Watch of the Big Three 9/10,10/15,11/12 2-3pm (3 sessions) (OL) The Sweet Spot of Today’s Journalism 9/10-10/15 10am-11:30am (6 sessions) (OL) Movement and Meditation 9/10-10/15 4-5pm (6 sessions) (OL) Great Books discussion Group 9/10,9/24,10/8,10/22,11/5,11/19 11:30am-1pm (6 sessions) (OL) The Terrible 1850’s 10/1-10/22 1-3:30pm (4 sessions) (OL) Conversational Yiddish 10/1-10/22 11am-12:30pm (4 sessions) (CYC) Introduction to Art Mediums 10/8-11/12 10-11:30 (6 sessions) (OL) Maximizing Your Medicare Choices 10/29-11/19 1:30-2:30pm (4 sessions) (OL) The Basics of flight: Aerodynamics, Meteorology, Physiology and FAA Regulations 10/29-11/19 1-2pm (4 sessions) (OL) Great Novels Discussion Group 11/12 11:30-1pm (1 session)

SATURDAY (OL) Six Famous Psychologists and Their Contribution to Psychotherapy 10/16-11/20 11am-12pm (6 sessions) DROP YOUR ANCHOR SAIL Office Mailing Address Courtyard Center Collin College Courtyard Center 972-985-3788 Seniors Active in Learning 4800 Preston Park Blvd. Ste.116 Office Hours Plano, TX 75093 M-F, 8:00-5:00 p.m. E-mail Website [email protected] www.collin.edu/sail

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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. FALL 2021 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Membership Cost for FALL courses $100.00 Number of Courses I Can Take *Unlimited Courses this fall! Happy 25th Anniversary! When Does Registration Begin? August 23 (Monday) When Do Classes Begin? September 7 (Tuesday) What are “Free Informative” Classes These classes are free as part of your paid membership! How Do I Sign Up? See registration options below

Registration Options (Begins 8/23/20)

1. Register online, and pay online by credit card, www.collin.edu/sail We accept VISA, MasterCard, and Discover

2. Register online, but pay by telephone. Contact the Bursars office 972-985-3724 or the SAIL office 972-985-3788. (please have the 5-digit registration number that you received when you registered) 3. Register at the Courtyard Center in Plano, Suite 116. [email protected] 972-985-3788. M-F 8-5 p.m. 4. Mail In: Download a worksheet form or send us a list, and mail it back with your check (payable to SAIL) to: Collin College (SAIL) 4800 Preston Park Blvd., Suite 116 Plano, TX 75093

Please note that classes are filled on a first come basis.

Need assistance with registration? Contact the SAIL office at 972-985-3788 or email us at [email protected]. We are here to help! SAIL Tip: Fall classes will be virtual and face to face on campus classes. 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: If a class is full, the system will say, class not available. Contact the SAIL office by email, [email protected] if you would like to be put on a waiting list. SAIL Tip: Be sure you don’t forget to register for the Guest Speakers and the Free Informative Lectures! These are free as part of your membership.

We occasionally use photos of SAIL classes on our website and Facebook sites. Please let us know if you would like to opt out of your photo being used. SAIL class are not eligible for the Texas resident 65 and older tuition exemption. Please note that once the semester starts, there are no refunds on SAIL membership costs. ARTS/ART HISTORY Art: The Renaissance In this class, we will discuss the art of the Renaissance starting with the Proto-Renaissance in Italy, the early Northern Renaissance, the early Italian and High Renaissance, and the Venetian Renaissance. We will finish with the art of the Protestant Reformation. Thur. 9/30-10/28 1:30-3:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Carrie Oransky (see instructor bio) Sessions: 5

The Art and Inspiration of 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. I will lead you in completing a beautiful painting! Paper and ink will be provided. Chinese brush painting requires a specific type of brush and we will be using a “combination brush which can be purchased on Amazon for $14.99 with this link: https://tinyurl.com/ws7srs8j Thur. 9/9-10/7 1:30-2:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 337 Instructor: Jenney Chang (see instructor bio) Sessions: 5 *Student Limit: 8 (Supply list at back of schedule)

Basic Drawing Skill Building In this course, we will learn basic drawing principles and skills and complete quick drawings based off of what you learn. This will be a combination of video lessons, and a draw along with my demonstration. All levels of drawing skills are welcome! Wed. 10/27-11/24 11-11:50 am Campus: Online Instructor: Lori Ruml (see instructor bio) Sessions: 5 *Student Limit: 35 (Supply list at back of schedule)

Basic Acrylic Painting Sessions In this course, we will complete simple painting assignments to increase skill level and learn specific painting techniques in Acrylic Painting. This is fun art, that will guide you towards fine art! (New date-time) Tue. 10/26-11/23 1-2:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 337 Instructor: Lori Ruml (see instructor bio) Sessions: 5 *Student Limit: 12 (Supply list at back of schedule)

1 ARTS/ART HISTORY Introduction to Art Mediums (Exploring Art Mediums) Learn the basics of a variety of art mediums in this fun exploratory class. Each week, we will learn about, play with, and create a final artwork using a different medium. In our 6 weeks of 6 different artworks, we will cover: pastel, watercolor, acrylic, printmaking, oil, and mixed media. A general supply fee of $15 payable to your instructor will be due at the beginning of the course and all supplies will be provided for all six mediums. Fri. 10/8-11/12 10am-11:30am Campus: CYC Room 337 Instructor: Lori Ruml (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6 *Student Limit: 12

Fundamentals of Watercolor This course, designed for those who want to learn the basics of watercolor, will focus on getting comfortable with watercolor painting techniques and enjoying the process of a fluid and serendipitous style of painting. The basics of materials, tools, techniques, color, and value will be explored. The class is designed to be an exploratory experience of the wonderful world of watercolor. Supplies: We will play with watercolor supplies on the first day of class, discussing the pros and cons of each and allowing students to handle and see all supplies before deciding what to purchase by way of paper, palette they like best, type of watercolor they prefer, and brush style. Mon. 9/13-10/4 11am-12:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 337 Instructor: Lori Ruml (see instructor bio) Sessions: 4 *Student Limit: 10 (Supply information at back of schedule)

Watercolor II This watercolor studio course is for those, who have taken “Fundamentals of Watercolor” or have experience working in watercolors. This course will focus on practicing skills, creating depth and light, and completing finished paintings. Studio work (on campus) offers the opportunity to work with other artists, share ideas and techniques, and participate in class critiques. Supplies: This studio course is for experienced painters or those who took the Fundamentals course. Please bring your preferred supplies to class. You should have paint, brushes, palette, and your favorite watercolor paper in your size of choice. Mon. 9/13-10/18 9 - 10:30 am Campus: CYC Room 337 Instructor: Lori Ruml (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6 *Student Limit: 10 (Supply information at back of schedule)

2 DISCUSSION Behind the News The course provides analysis, background, and explanation of the news of the day. Our objective is to articulate and evaluate arguments on all sides of issues, separating fact from fiction and good reasoning from bad. Please join us as we look at the news of the day from around the world! Thur. 9/16-10/21 11am-12:30 pm Campus: Online Instructors: Bruce Eisen and Jim Lamb (see instructor bios) Sessions: 6

Bitcoin & Ether & Doge, OH MY! A brave new digital world, or a daft new digital farce? Take a deep dive into crypto currency and digital fiat money in all its emerging forms! Wed. 10/13-10/27 10-11:30 am Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Michael Booth (see instructor bio) Sessions: 3

Economic Outlook and Analysis We will review the economic performance of the current administration based on economic facts. We will discuss and highlight the successes and shortcomings and we will look at prospects for future growth in light of the mounting national debt. Tue. 9/7-9/21 10:30-noon Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Dr. Ed McClelland (see instructor bio) Sessions: 3

How to Lie with Statistics From Biased Samples (as in the 1936 presidential election) to the Base Rate Fallacy, Inferring Causation from Correlation and the Prosecutor’s Fallacy (as in the famous Sally Clark Case), there are myriad ways of making invalid inferences from statistics. This course explores the art and science of drawing conclusions from statistical data. Thur. 11/4-12/2 1:30-2:45 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Dr. Jim Lamb (see instructor bio) Sessions: 4 *No class 11/25

The Arab-Israel Conflict: Is a Solution Possible? This class will focus on discussing if a peaceful solution is possible between Palestine and Israel. We will avoid taking sides. The Israel-Palestine conflict has claimed uncounted lives through patches of historical events, wars and peace accords. We will attempt to place this in perspective. I will include a timeline with events dating back to Abraham’s biblical times to the Ottoman Empire to today’s political fights among various Jewish organizations in Israel and Muslims in Palestine, such as Hamas, Hezbollah, and Fatah (formerly the Palestinian National Liberation Movement). The peace process set up in the Oslo accords in 1993 aimed to create two states that agree to disagree—using land swaps, security guarantees, a deal to share Jerusalem, and a limited “right of return” for Palestinians. Israel is now a thriving democracy for those who have the fortune to have an Israeli I.D. card, mostly Jews, but Arabs as well. For Palestinians, it was the promise of self-rule. At times, peace has been very close, only to recede again amid mutual recrimination. Tue. 9/7-9/28 1:30-3 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Jose Figueroa (see instructor bio) Sessions: 4 3 DISCUSSION (CONT.) The Sweet Spot of Today’s Journalism Journalism informs us about the world we live in and more. The best of journalism informs us about the who, what and why of the news. This course will look at the work of excellent journalists, including Tom Friedman, Fareed Zacharia, Eric Klein and others. We will have two guest journalists who were outstanding in their fields and were former columnists of the Dallas Morning News who will visit us.Dr. Jerry Frankel will be the moderator for these two sessions. Fri. 9/10-10/15 10-11:30 am Campus: Online Instructor: Dr. Jerry Frankel (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6 Session 1: Jim Landers, Former Dallas Morning News business reporter Session 2: Dr. Jerry Frankel Session 3: Carl Leubsdorf, Dallas Morning News veteran columnist in Washington Session 4: Dr. Jerry Frankel Session 5: Dr. Jerry Frankel Session 6: Dr. Jerry Frankel

The World Under the Watch of the Big Three The post-Cold War unipolar moment is over, and a multi-polar world is in. Today, the U.S. must contend with major powers such as China and Russia for world influence. How will this competition evolve? Through this three-lecture series, we will examine each country’s military and economic power and their strategic objectives as they strive for dominance in their geopolitical region and compete for influence on the world stage. Fri. 9/10, 10/15 & 11/12 2-3 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Dr. Lishan Desta (see instructor bio) Sessions: 3

What the Hell Happened in 1971?? A puzzled look at the year the world morphed...the year demographics, culture, politics, and economics deflected and transformed! Wed. 11/10 10-11:30 am Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Michael Booth (see instructor bio) Sessions: 1

4 GAMES Mah Jongg I (A) Please do not sign up for both classes-choose A or B Beginner Class In this five-week, 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. 9/15-10/13 1:30-3:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 229 Instructor: Judith Fishman (see instructor bio) Sessions: 5 *Student Limit: 12 Students must purchase their own National Mah Jongg League Rules Card (2021) prior to first day of class play. Cards can be purchased through Amazon or the National Mah Jongg League (see address below)

National Mah Jongg League Inc. 450 7th Ave., NY, NY 10123 Small print $9.00 Large print $10.00 OR Mah Jongg I (B) In this five-week, 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. 10/27-11/24 1:30-3:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 229 Instructor: Judith Fishman (see instructor bio) Sessions: 5 *Student Limit: 12 Students must purchase their own National Mah Jongg League Rules Card (2021) prior to first day of class play. Cards can be purchased through Amazon or the National Mah Jongg League (see address below)

National Mah Jongg League Inc. 450 7th Ave., NY, NY 10123 Small print $9.00 Large print $10.00

Supervised Bridge Class will begin with a mini-lesson. After the lesson, members will play out hands as declarer with bidding 1st. After the bidding has been discussed, a system will have been developed for each person to play the hand as declarer. There are several ways to do this and we will utilize the method that best fits our needs! Mon. 9/13-10/18 1:30-3 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Dr. Jerry Frankel (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6 *Student Limit: 16

5 HEALTH/LIFESTYLE/WELLNESS

Introduction to New World Wine In this course, we will discuss the wines of the “New World” or those lands where viticulture and viniculture were basically unknown until such time as the Europeans brought V. vinifera grape varieties to these lands. Almost all of the wine production in the New World use the traditional grape varieties found in the Old World, but there are exceptions, as with the native North American grapes of which are several completely different species from the V. vinifera of Europe. We will also visit the concept of terroir and the more “American” market preference to uniqueness of the winemaker’s methods. Along the way, we will share our experiences, as well as discuss wine service and give a few hints on ordering wine. Mon. 10/25-11/29 11am-12:30 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Greg Indelicato (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6

Introduction to Old World Wine Do you dread going down the French wine aisle at your favorite wine store? And then default to buying a U.S. west coast wine, solely because it is easier to interpret the label? Did you know that all those varietals are of the same grape species? So why is it so difficult to read Old World wine labels, and more importantly, what can you do to overcome those obstacles and maybe find a new wine that you never would have tried and enjoyed? In this course, we will walk through “what is wine” and discuss the major wine producing countries in Europe and the Mediterranean basin (aka: Old World). We will learn about the various regions and styles of the top wine producing countries and how to decode their labels. Along the way, we will dispel some myths and misunderstandings, and give you the knowledge and confidence to tackle those Old World wine selections and hopefully find some new favorites. Mon. 9/13-10/18 11am-12:30 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Greg Indelicato (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6

6 HEALTH/LIFESTYLE/WELLNESS

Movement and Meditation Welcome to 6 sessions of exercise, education and stress relief. We will learn about the importance of exercise, nutrition, regulating the nervous system, mobility and flexibility to stay active, strong and balanced as the years go by. Every session will be accompanied by a workout video, so you can follow along with me from the comfort of your home! This class is for beginner to intermediate exercisers. You can choose to use dumbbells for a greater challenge. Let’s move together and have fun! Fri. 9/10-10/15 4-5 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Sarita Malhotra (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6

Salt and Wine: Survival and Celebration Two major constituents which contribute to the survival and enjoyment of life! Salt Without salt, humans and animals could not survive. Homer called it “the divine substance”! It has been used as currency, provoked and financed wars, used to help make ice cream and many other everyday medicinal and utilitarian uses. Salt was a key ingredient to civilization and we will look at how it created and destroyed empires. Wine Led to the invention of glass containers, kept Roman troops happy, helped Beethoven create music (then killed him) was drunk during the signing of the Constitution and made France and Scotland best friends. Wine has a long and interesting history and we will discuss its sweet and sordid past! Wed. 12/1 & 12/8 12:30-1:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Kyra Effren (see instructor bio) Sessions: 2

7 HISTORY

Battle of the North Atlantic – Submarine Warfare in WWII CLASS CANCELLED The Battle of the Atlantic was the longest military campaign of WWII. It did not begin in full force until the fall of France in June 1940, although the first sinking of a ship by a German U-boat occurred on September 1939, just hours after Britain declared war on Germany. Full scale operations continued from June 1940 to May 1943 when Admiral Doenitz (commander of the U-boat forces) withdrew his U-boats from the North Atlantic. This class will discuss successes and failures of the German and Allied submarine and anti-submarine warfare. This includes operations, tactics, weapons, and technology. Thur. 9/9-9/30 1-2:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 214 Instructor: Richard Cudlipp (see instructor bio) Sessions: 4 *Student Limit: 40

From Protestantism to Capitalism: How Individualism and Skepticism of Authority Gave Birth to America and Transformed the World Lesson 1 Martin Luther and John Calvin. Here I will provide a little bit of background about what Medieval life was like. Lesson 2 We will discuss the English Civil War and the rise of Puritanism. Lesson 3 We will talk about the Pilgrims in New England, specifically, how their governments compare to Geneva, and how they viewed themselves. Lesson 4 Finally, we will cover two books in conjunction with The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism: The Ideological Origins of the American Revolution by Bernard Baily and the newly released, Religion and the Rise of Capitalism by Benjamin Friedman. This is just a brief overview of each lesson, so join us for a more detailed look at this historical information! Tue. 10/26-11/16 1:30-3 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Clayton Cummings (see instructor bio-*new instructor) Sessions: 4

Six Famous Psychologists and Their Contribution to Psychotherapy We will be taking a trip down the hallways of psychotherapy to explore how it developed and who were the great contributors. This class is about the stories of those who have helped shape modern-day therapy and, while we may be familiar with some of the names, it will be interesting to learn more about their personal lives and professional contributions. Sat. 10/16-11/20 11am-noon Campus: Online Instructor: Sarita Malhotra (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6

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The Good, the Great, and the Terrible – Tsars and Tsaritsas of Imperial Russia: Ivan the Terrible (1547) to Nicholas II (1917) A litany of rulers oversaw Russia’s long and tumultuous history, and many earned titles according to how they served their people when in power. Some of these rulers were foreboding autocrats who led the nation into dark times of war and famine. Other tsars and tsaritsas pushed Russia forward, developing cultural institutions and social practices. Tue. 10/5-11/9 2:30-4 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Sonia Meltzer (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6

The Intersection of History and Technology – Part I This course will highlight some of the technologies available from the colonial era to 1876. Topics will include technologies used to get to America, photography, transportation advances, and Civil War technologies. Wed. 10/6-10/27 2-3:30 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Monica Cubberly (see instructor bio-*new instructor) Sessions: 4

The Red River War(s) *Choose on campus (Tue.) or online (Mon.) It will be the same lecture, so choose your presentation! The “frontier” means simply a borderland – but in American history, it usually means a confrontation between the known and unknown. In U.S. western history, this term includes hostilities between whites and Native American tribes. In this presentation, I will guide participants through these hostilities, both real and imagined, to understand the actual meaning of the term, “frontier” and how it has clouded the history of the 19th century. Tue. 9/21 & 9/28 2:30-4 pm Campus: CYC Room 214 Sessions: 2 OR

Mon. 11/8 & 11/15 2:30-4 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Robin Cole-Jett (see instructor bio) Sessions: 2

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The Terrible 1850’s This course will explore the principal events of the 1850’s that increased the sectional rift between North and South and ultimately instigated hostilities in the American Civil War. Fri. 10/1-10/22 1-3:30 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Dr. Matthew Hamilton (see instructor bio) Sessions: 4

Winston Churchill and How He Changed the World In this course, we will follow Winston Churchill’s career from the early 1900’s into the 1950’s. He was always an agent of change, starting as a young liberal statesman helping to break the landed aristocracy’s societal dominance and working to establish a social safety net for the working class. In 1914, as first lord of the Admiralty, he was chief architect of the Royal Navy’s early success in WWI. In the early 1920’s, he enabled British reorganization of the Middle East and the creation of the Irish Free state. Later in the 1920’s as chancellor of the Exchequer and a champion of capitalism, he led raging debates over centralized planning and economic freedom. Churchill was among the earliest statesmen in the West to warn of the growing military threat of Stalin’s Russia. Much of this course focuses on Churchill’s crucial role in WWII. An early opponent of Nazi Germany, he did more than any other British politician to denounce Hitler and to emphasize military preparations. When war broke out in 1939, his stand against appeasement was vindicated. He soon took charge of the war as Prime Minister, leading the fight when Britain was alone. Churchill then forged a partnership with America that not only made victory possible, but also helped to change the power dynamics of the modern world for the remainder of the century. Winston Churchill has most definitely left an indelible imprint on history. Tue. 10/5-11/2 11am-12:45 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Dr. Herb Weinstein (see instructor bio) Sessions: 5

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INFORMATIVE FREE COURSES

Brain Health The brain is a very complex and fascinating organ that plays a vital role in every part of our body. In this class, we will discuss ways to increase your brain’s creativity and keep it fit. We will touch on brain health myths, brain injury, repair and cover some of the latest research on Alzheimer’s Disease. This information is based on the book, “Make Your Brain Smarter” by Chief Director of the Center for BrainHealth, Sandra Bond Chapman, P.H.D., Chief Director, Center for Brain Health, UT Dallas as well as AARP, Staying Sharp, publications and other research studies. Thur. 11/11 & 11/18 11am-noon Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Barbara Walters (see instructor bio) Sessions: 2

Estate Planning-Changes and Constants This class will present a general overview of estate planning. It will look at those items that must be included in any plan. It will also look at the changes that we anticipate having in the coming years that may affect an estate plan. Thur. 11/11 & 11/18 2-3 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Candace Vogt (see instructor bio) Sessions: 2

Let’s Talk Food and Nutrition 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. Wed. 11/10 & 11/17 2:30-4 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Dr. Shiva Davanloo (see instructor bio) Sessions: 2

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”? We will answer all these questions and learn how to make sure that your Medicare insurance choices are the best for YOUR needs. Fri. 10/29-11/19 1:30-2:30 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Andy Brooks (see instructor bio) Sessions: 4

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Personal Disaster Preparedness When disaster strikes, it may be days before emergency services arrive in your neighborhood. Learn how to prepare yourself, family and home before the next disaster. You will receive information on preparedness plans, what to put in an emergency kit, fire/earthquake safety, terrorism, radiation, pandemics, cyberterrorism and more. Learn about opportunities and resources for improving your emergency skills and being self-sufficient enough to help others. Mon. 11/8 11am-12:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 229 Instructor: Flora Brands (see instructor bio) Sessions: 1 *Student Limit: 30

The Immune System-Our Personal Super Hero! Do you know what organisms live on your phone? The elevator’s buttons, the stairway rail? Our body is exposed daily to several invaders – some of them are dangerous and can cause serious illness. Regardless of the constant attacks on our body, we are rarely sick and if we are, it is seldom deadly. How is that possible? This lecture will review ways the immune system identifies and fights invaders, discuss different types of vaccinations and what we can do to keep it strong! Thur. 10/14 2:30-3:30 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Dr. Amira Albalancy (see instructor bio) Sessions: 1

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LANGUAGE/TRAVEL

Conversational Yiddish In this class, students will practice simple and fun conversation skills in Yiddish. Once spoken by Jewish people the world over, Yiddish is one of the oldest Jewish languages. Each class will use Yiddish to chat on various themes like: holidays and cooking and jokes and proverbs. Conversation will be easy, whether you are a complete beginner in Yiddish or already know a little Yiddish. All materials will use the English alphabet; no need to learn the Yiddish alphabet! Fri. 10/1-10/22 11am-12:30 pm Campus: Online Instructor: David Katz (see instructor bio-*new instructor) Sessions: 4

Literacy Evolution: A History and Discussion about American Adult Literacy How do we get American adult literacy to catch up with the rest of the world? The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECE), based in Paris, notes that the United States is second to dead last in the world among 16- to 24- year old’s in literacy proficiency. We will discuss whence it came and what we can do to improve it in this participatory and exchange experience. Tue. 9/28-10/12 11-noon Campus: CYC Room 229 Instructor: Joseph Black (see instructor bio-*new instructor) Sessions: 3 *Student Limit: 30

Speak Spanish Creatively Learn to converse in Spanish while having fun and playing real life simulation games. This course is for students with no knowledge or a limited knowledge of the language. At the end of the course, students will celebrate with a luncheon. (cost for lunch is paid by student!) Mon. 10/4-11/1 1:30-2:45 pm Campus: CYC Room 214 Instructor: Chi Chi Hoquee (see instructor bio) Sessions: 5 *Student Limit: 40

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LITERATURE/FILM/MUSIC

2021 Perspectives on Mystery Series The continued success of mysteries like Vera and Midsomer Murders depends on retaining loyal fans and generating new audiences. Contemplating questions about 2021 perspectives on the mystery genre and how writers are adapting may foreshadow the future of these series. Has the pandemic prompted mystery fans to cling to favorites or spurred a demand for the new and innovative? Can either of these series survive, or will the rumors of their demise prove true? Tue. 10/19-11/9 11am-12:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Dr. Janet Harris (see instructor bio) Sessions: 4

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 20 pages and include works by Keats, Brand, Santayana, Lawrence, Benedict, and Akutagawa. Readings are from Great Conversations 5 (2009), which is published by and available from The Great Books Foundation. (see discussion schedule at back of schedule) Six meeting on alternate Fridays, from September 10th through November 19th. 9/10, 9/24, 10/8, 10/22, 11/5, 11/19 Fri. 9/10-11/19 (alternate Fri.) 11:30am-1 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Paul Dolliver (see instructor bio) Sessions: 6 *Student Limit: 20

Great Novels Discussion Group We will discuss the following short novel selected by the Great Books Foundation: Siddhartha (1922) by Herman Hesse. It deals with the spiritual journey of self-discovery of a man named Siddhartha during the time of the Gautama Buddha. Fri. 11/12 11:30am-1 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Paul Dolliver (see instructor bio) Sessions: 1 *Student Limit: 25

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Memoir Writing-Part II This will be a hands on, in-person writing class. Students need to bring something to take notes with, as well as 6 different color highlighters. Writing exercises are an important part of this class in order to improve your work. Session 1: Reviewing audience, themes and essential elements of writing a memoir. Session 2: Critiquing classmates’ work; highlighting sensory images, vivid verbs and discussing the next state of memoir writing. Session 3: Outlining a workable structure for your work; choosing appropriate chapter titles to guide you as you write; reviewing variety in sentence structure; avoiding repetition; eliminating unnecessary words that pull your reader from the story. Setting a goal that is doable by the end of 2021. Thur. 9/9-9/23 1:30-2:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 229 Instructor: Gay Ann Kiser (see instructor bio) Sessions: 3 *Student Limit: 16

Silas Marner, The Weaver of Raveloe Silas Marner was published by George Eliot (nee Mary Ann Evans) in 1861, but the setting is earlier in the 19th century. Eliot creates a small English village setting full of turmoil and mystery. Through this story, she presents hypocrisy, love of money, class conflict, drug addiction, fear of others who are different, and a secret marriage and a secret child. A good book to read (or reread) as many have memories of the book. Tue. 11/9-11/30 1-2 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Margo Hicks (see instructor bio) Sessions: 4 *Student Limit: 20

The Secret Life of Amazing Music The music journey continues with new masterpieces, new twists and turns in music structure and harmony to consider. On the docket, we have a late Mahler piece, a late Schubert piece, Mozart’s gorgeous Eb Symphonia, Concertante and maybe something special from the American master, Mr. Copeland. Symphonies, sonatas, quartets, and concertos, you name it, we’ll try to figure out the secrets! Something for everyone, so don’t miss out! Wed. 9/8-10/6 11am-12:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Steve Lund (see instructor bio) Session: 5

15 MATH/SCIENCE/TECNOLOGY Dawn of the Atomic Age – No Turning Back This one-session wonder chronicles the birth of the Atomic Age, from the first mysterious manifestations of radioactivity to the ominous release of atomic energy. Our focus will be the lives and contributions of the four most profound atomic researchers and thinkers of the Twentieth Century – Marie Curie, Lise Meitner, Chien- Shiung Wu and Enrico Fermi. With a deep scientific understanding and an exceptional work ethic, Curie, Meitner, Wu, and Fermi, gave birth to the Atomic Age. Join us as we learn about these extraordinary people. Hear about the historical impact of radium, uranium, radioactive decay, nuclear chain reactions, the true meaning of E=mc2, and the first atomic bomb. For better or worse, there is no turning back. Thur. 11/4 1:30-3 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Don Wolman (see instructor bio) Sessions: 1

How Life Works at a Molecular Level and How We Fight Against Infections In this course, we will see the working of cell(s) at a molecular level. What is the role of DNA and RNA in the cell and what controls gene(s) regulation? We will also look at the effect of genes in the diseased state and how vaccines are developed. Is it possible to use vaccines for cancer and inherited diseases? Join us as we look at the big picture and how this topic shapes the world! Wed. 9/8-9/29 1:30-2:30 pm Campus: CYC Room 122 Instructor: Bulbin Sunar-Reeder (see instructor bio) Sessions: 4

The Skeletal System-Series Class* The skeletal system is more than a bunch of bones. In addition to movement, this organ system helps to regulate blood calcium and other minerals, provides a home for organ systems and stem cells. Part of the Body Works 101 series, this class will explore functions of the skeletal system, common issues such as arthritis, blood cancers, osteoporosis and how exercise and nutrition effect the system. Tue. 11/16 & 11/23 11am-noon Campus: Online & CYC Room 122 Instructor: Dr. Nicole Grose (see instructor bio) *Sessions: 2 *This is the first of a series of classes exploring the human body Choose one The Basics of Flight: Aerodynamics, Meteorology, Physiology and FAA Regulations This class will explore the science behind what really makes an airplane fly, how the instruments determine altitude, direction and speed as well as the physiological effects altitude and G-force have on the human body. We will discuss the basics of weather and how it effects aircraft as well as the basic rules the FAA places on pilots and aircraft as they operate. Fri. 10/29-11/19 1-2 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Steve Rummel Sessions: 4

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The Great Math Mystery We live in an age of astonishing advances. Engineers can land a car-sized Rover on Mars, and physicists probe the essence of all matter, while we communicate wirelessly on a vast world-wide network. But underlying all of these modern wonders is something deep and mysteriously powerful! It has been called the language of the universe, and perhaps it is civilization’s greatest achievement. Its name – MATHEMATICS. But where does math come from, and why in science does it work so well to explain so many phenomena? For centuries, people have pondered the Great Math Mystery. Was mathematics discovered, or was it invented? Our physical world doesn’t just have some mathematical properties, it has only mathematical properties! Is math perhaps the key to the cosmos? In this class, we will do no actual mathematics, but we will have an amazing opportunity to sit back and marvel at what mankind has been able to create through the power of mind! Thur. 10/7-11/4 11am-12:45 pm Campus: Online Instructor: Dr. Herb Weinstein (see instructor bio) Sessions: 5

17 FALL 2021 INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHIES

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.

Joseph R. Black is a researcher who was President of Expert Witness Services, Inc. investigating explosions, fires and unusual accidents and a consultant to corporations, the White House and the U.N. In Texas, he founded Video Reader Co., inventing Magic Flashcards for schools. Joe and his wife Sandi, more recently produced Broadway and London theatre.

Michael Booth taught finance and investments as a hobby at 8 universities, including 10 years at UT Dallas. As a semi-retired independent contractor, he wrote and led managerial finance seminars for 20 years for TX Instruments, and for Sensata Technologies and others in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Israel, and India. His background includes commercial banking, startups, and turnaround projects.

Flora Brands has a B.A. in Criminal Justice/Pre-Law and is certified as an EMT Paramedic. She worked with Collin County Office of Homeland Security as Co-Coordinator of the Medical Reserve Corps. Flora fulfilled multiple roles serving on Command Staff, volunteer supervisor and “point of dispensing” volunteer, since 2010. She is Advanced Disaster Life Support and Advanced Incident Command System certified.

Andy Brooks is a financial services professional in Allen, TX. He is active in the Senior Services 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 is the Red River Historian. For over twenty years, she has researched, documented, and shared the history of the Red River Valley of the Southwest through her website, exhibits, presentations, books, articles, and a few TV and radio appearances. She teaches history at area colleges and works as a publisher, writer, and museum consultant.

Monica Cubberly has a Master’s Degree in History from the University of Texas at San Antonio and is currently a full-time faculty member on the McKinney Campus of Collin College. Monica has also taught part-time at the Rockwall Campus, the Frisco Campus and the Plano Campus, while working as a full-time public-school teacher. She has been teaching for Collin over 20 years. History is her passion and she loves to share what she considers to be the most interesting information the past has to offer.

Richard Cudlipp is a graduate of the Naval Academy and a twenty-year veteran of the Air Force. An engineer and a history buff, he previously taught at DeVry University and Richland College. Richard has been a dedicated instructor for SAIL for many years and enjoys sharing his love of history with the SAIL members.

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Clayton Cummings grew up in Tom Bean, Texas. He went to the university of North Texas where he graduated with a Bachelors in History and a minor in Spanish. He earned an M.A. in History in 2017 and a Masters of Education in 2019. He has also briefly worked in politics in 2015, where he met many presidential candidates in New Hampshire, including Hillary Clinton, Donald Trump, Bernie Sanders, and John McCain. His personal interests are global trade, the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, advocating for an internationally recognized Kurdish state, the Protestant Reformation (obviously), the Enlightenment, the American Revolution, the Antebellum/Early National Period, and WWII and the Cold War.

Shiva Davanloo has a Ph.D. in Nutrition Sciences and has been teaching nutrition courses, both undergraduate and graduate for over 20 years during which she supervised different thesis and dissertations, practiced dietetics and has worked as the chair for the Clinical Nutrition department at her previous workplace. She has been with Collin College for the past 11 years.

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 geologist, Texas Master Naturalist, reader and frequenter of art museums. Paul currently teaches geology courses and SAIL classes at Collin College, in addition to Hill and Dallas Colleges.

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.

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.

Jose Figueroa retired in 2018 after 42 years working in diverse areas of engineering, loss prevention, insurance and re-insurance. He is multilingual, and practiced re-insurance when he resided in Europe, Latin American and the U.S.A. Jose has demonstrated knowledge in various disciplines, including risk management, loss investigation, history and geopolitics. He is now a Public Notary, in addition to teaching in the SAIL program with Collin College.

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. earned her Ph.D. in Quantitative Biology from the University of Texas at Arlington. Her specialty is Cell Physiology. Nicole has taught various courses of Anatomy & Physiology for over 15 years. She will retire in August 2021 after teaching Human Anatomy & Physiology courses at Collin College for 12 years. Nicole is looking forward to this next chapter of her life teaching for SAIL.

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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.

Margo Hicks taught high-school English for thirteen years in Houston ISD before retiring nine years ago to move to Dallas to be near her family. Before going back to teaching in 1999, she was an insurance broker for oil and gas companies and has a CPCU designation. Margo has a B.A. in English and Drama from Ouachita University and a M.Ed. from the University of Houston.

Chi Chi Hoquee is a retired I.T. consultant and has enjoyed the camaraderie of the SAIL group for the past 20 years. Born in the Republic of Panama from Asian descendants, she enjoys traveling and experiencing different ways of life.

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) as well as an MBA from Oklahoma City University. He holds several certifications in the wine and spirits discipline, notably WSET 1 and 2; World MasterClass of Whisky and Certified Bourbon Steward. Recently retired, Greg now pursues opportunities to share his knowledge and love of wine and spirits with his fellow enthusiasts.

David Katz speaks Yiddish and is a mathematics instructor at Collin College. He has completed summer courses in Yiddish at Oxford university, YIVO Institute in New York, Yiddish book Center in Massachusetts, and the university of Wisconsin. David believes that the Yiddish language is an essential gateway to a broader appreciation of the Jewish culture.

Gay Ann Kiser, M.Ed. is a retired English teacher who writes women’s fiction novels under the pen name, Tessa Gray. Her western themed, women’s fiction novels include (3) books published by SoulMate Publish. The remainder of her books are self-published on Amazon. In November of 2020, Gay published her memoir; a very poignant account of her life in the foster care system and the village of people who served as mentors. A retired school teacher, her teaching experiences range from kindergarten to college students. Drawn to writing while attending the annual Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Alpine, Texas, Gay is a member of the Texas Mountain Trail Writers. She resides in Fairview on a 3acre ranch with her husband of 48 years, Jim.

Jim 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.

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.

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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. She practices mindfulness meditation on a regular basis and teaches practical techniques for stress management.

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 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.

Lori Ruml has a M.A. in Art Education with a concentration in Watercolor. She has been teaching since 1995. She received a scholarship to an Art program in Europe to study with watercolor artist, Rob Erdle, while working on her M.A. While Lori enjoys working in all mediums, watercolor techniques and styles are a prominent element in much of her work. She has taught middle school art in the public schools, private lessons, home school art seminars and community art classes. Currently, she teaches at Collin College, Plano Parks and Rec, and the after-school art programs within the Plano school district. As the owner of The Art Experience, she also does murals, custom work, and art parties in addition to community art classes. Her interests extend to all mediums of art from acrylic, oil, and watercolor to sculpture and pottery. She has also had the honor of learning from Renaissance style painter, Frank Covino, focusing on oil painting in classical styles.

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.

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 until she founded the WERX Foundation, and served as President and Executive Director, assisting nearly 100 start-up companies to become successful small businesses. Christine is also a fine artist, an Adjunct Professor at Collin College and serves as President of the Visual Arts League of Allen (VALA). As an extension of VALA, she set up and curates the VALA Gallery in the Cotton Mill of McKinney.

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Bulbin Sunar-Reeder taught undergraduate and graduate classes as 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. She has supervised clinical and research laboratories. A Turkish ex-patriot with a strong love of world travel, she has passion in archeology, history, anthropology, currently working as a self-employed Biotechnology Consultant.

Candace Vogt graduated from Auburn University and Vanderbilt University, School of Law. She has practiced and is licensed in both Alabama and Texas. She also taught law school in Alabama for three years as an Assistant Professor, concentrating in Estate Planning, Estate Tax, Real Estate and Elder Law. She has been a partner with a major Alabama law firm and is now a partner at Vogt Duff Law Group in McKinney. She practices mainly in the areas of estate planning, real estate and small business management. She is married to her wonderful husband Tod and has two adult children.

Barbara Walters has an M.A. in Human Resource Development from U.T. Austin. She has spent 30 years in the corporate world in Leadership Development, including designing and delivering training to managers at all levels and managing teams of trainers. She has been teaching as a SAIL instructor for several years and enjoys sharing her knowledge of “Brain Health” to the SAIL students.

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 M.I.T. and a Master’s degree in Physics from Tufts University. He is a strong proponent of collaborative lifelong learning and volunteers as a speaker/presenter around the DFW area.

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1980: The Year That Changed America Brett Adams and Dr. Aaron West

Friday, September 17 2:30 pm Courtyard Center Room 122

The year 1980 is commonly defined by the overwhelming victory by Ronald Reagan and the Iranian hostage crisis, but there's much more to this time period than just these two events. Brett Adams and Aaron West will explore lesser- known events of the day, including pop culture, music and political movements that still shape our world today.

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 coordinated the "Saturday at the Museum" lecture series for the Frisco Heritage Museum.

Aaron West has a Ph.D. in music history from The University of North Texas and has been at Collin College since 2011. He has an interest in popular music and jazz, and recently wrote a book titled, "Sting and The Police: Walking in Their Footsteps." Aaron is also a professional musician who regularly performs in the Dallas/Fort Worth Area. S A I L G U E S T S P E A K E R FALL 2 0 2 1

FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA: HOW GEOLOGY GUIDED PIONEERS WESTWARD ACROSS AMERICA Thursday, October 7, 2021 11-12:30 pm Courtyard Center-Room 122

Presenter: Paul Dolliver

Mr. Dolliver will conduct a geological-historical tour across North America. This virtual field trip will follow the pioneer trails which later became our transcontinental railroad and highway routes.

Paul Dolliver earned degrees in History and Geology from Baylor University. He is a geologist, Texas Master Naturalist, reader and walker. Paul has taught for SAIL for many years and teaches geology courses at Collin, Hill and Dallas colleges. SAIL GUEST SPEAKER FALL 2021

WALKING THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO: A JOURNEY ACROSS SPAIN Tuesday, November 2, 2021 1-2:30 p.m. Virtual Presentation Link will be emailed

Presenter: Dr. 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.

Dr. Allison Venuto currently serves as the Director of Collegiate Academies at the Collin College Plano Campus. Previously, she taught as an adjunct professor and full-time professor in the Education Department. Three years ago, she and her husband walked 500 miles of the Camino de Santiago in Spain. They plan to walk again in 2022.

FALL 2021 ART SUPPLY LIST

ART AND INSPIRATION OF CHINESE BRUSH PAINTING Combination brush- Can be purchased on Amazon for $14.99 with this link: https://tinyurl.com/ws7srs8j 1 piece of white felt to cover working space on desk 1 roll of paper towels 3 ceramic saucers (white)

*Ink and paper will be supplied by SAIL

BASIC DRAWING SKILL BUILDING Anticipated Cost: $10.00 Sketchbook Pencils Eraser Smudge Stick

BASIC ACRYLIC PAINTING SESSIONS Anticipated Cost: $25.00 6 canvas boards or canvases 12x12 or smaller Basic acrylic paint set and basic brush set-at least 5 different types/sizes Palette knife, water cup, paper plates (for palette)

FUNDAMENTALS OF WATERCOLOR We will play with watercolor supplies on the first day of class, discussing the pros and cons of each and allowing students to handle and see all supplies before deciding what to purchase by way of paper, palette they like best, type of watercolor they prefer, and brush style.

WATERCOLOR II Bring in your preferred supplies to class. You should have paint, brushes, palette, and your favorite watercolor paper in your size of choice. SAIL Great Books Fall 2021 Dolliver

SAIL GREAT BOOKS Fall 2021 Discussion Schedule

DATE READING* LENGTH

9/10 Selected Poems 6 John Keats

9/24 Ethan Brand 13 Nathaniel Hawthorne

10/8 Masks 15 George Santayana

10/22 The Man Who Loved Islands 21 D.H. Lawrence

11/5 Anthropology and the Abnormal 16 Ruth Benedict

11/19 Hell Screen 25 Ryunosuke Akutagawa

*Readings are from Great Conversations 5 (2009) The Great Books Foundation

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),

Preston Ridge Campus (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 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.

Without the assistance of SAIL volunteers to proof, answer phones, help with registration, provide information, and many other jobs, we wouldn’t “SAIL” so smoothly!

Thank you!

ZOOM TIPS & TRICKS

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Create a Virtual Learning Folder for Your Class Links If you are registered for a SAIL virtual class, your instructor or the SAIL office will email the link to you a few days before your class begins. SAVE this link in a convenient place, so you can access it for the next class.

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Sharing a Virtual Link We love to share information with our friends and family, but in order to keep the privacy of registered students and prevent “Zoom Bombing”, please do not share the link with anyone. If you know a SAIL student that would like to join additional classes, they can contact the SAIL office at 972-985-3788 to be added to the class roster. We will be happy to email the link!

Zoom Resources Please click on the links below, to be directed to Zoom Help Page o Getting Started o Audio, Video, Sharing o Zoom Rooms o Video Tutorials o Zoom App for iOS o Zoom App for Android o Zoom Privacy Policy o Preventing Zoom Bombing

https://zoom.us/privacy

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.