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Dear Lifelong Learners: Benedictine University Center for Lifelong Learning is celebrating its 5 year anniversary this year. We started with 8 classes and 84 interested

learners. As of today, we have offered over 532 classes and have 1,355

registered students.

This semester, we made several significant changes to our courses and classes as a direct response to student input. We have decreased the

number of classes per course but extended the time per class. It will be

the same amount of instructional time per course but less frequency re- © 2013 Google quired. In addition, we now offer special two-hour, one-time classes on Benedictine University Center for Lifelong Learning very specific topics. Classes are held at the National Moser Center located at 1832 Centre Point We invite you to attend one of our classes and experience our community Circle, Suite 102, Naperville, IL 60563. Centre Point Circle is a northbound-only of lifelong learners. Share your passion for learning with others. No street off Diehl Road, approximately two blocks east of Washington Avenue. test, no papers and no grades——just learning for fun. Thank you for Free parking is provided on the north side and around the entrance to Suite your continued support of the Center for Lifelong Learning. Our success 102. Specific classroom locations are posted on the TV screen in the lobby.

would not be possible without your support.

Ron Emergency Closings Ronald M Finnigan The CLL follows the policy of Benedictine University with regard to closing in Director times of inclement weather or emergencies. If the University is closed our Benedictine University classes will also be canceled. Local closing announcements may be obtained from television and radio news or Benedictine University’s emergency closings Center for Lifelong Learning hotline at (630) 829-6622 or visit www.emergencyclosings.com. [email protected] http://www.ben.edu/CLL

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Withdrawal and Cancellation In the event the CLL cancels a class, a refund will be issued. If a student with- draws from a class, it must be done prior to the class registration deadline. Mailing Address Students who withdraw after the class registration deadline will be required to pay all fees. If a student attends and then withdraws from a class, a written City Zip Code notification requesting a withdrawal and an explanation must be sent to CLL Director Ron Finnigan at [email protected] within 48 hours after the start of the class. Those students will be issued a credit, minus a $15 administrative charge, to be used on any CLL class. Additional class fees and special fees are Email Address nonrefundable.

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Fee Emergency Closings The CLL follows the policy of Benedictine University with regard to closing in times of inclement weather or emergencies. If the University is closed, our classes will also be canceled. Local closing announcements may be obtained from television and radio news or Benedictine University’s emergency closings hotline at (630) 829-6622 or visit www.emergencyclosings.com.

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Class Schedule Changes The CLL office communicates class additions, deletions and changes to our students via email. Please make sure we have your correct email address and check it regularly for updates.

CLL Advisory Board Members Robert Callan Robert Clark Carol Gies Dietz Angeline Finnigan Bev Patterson Frier JoAnn Hassler Rita McGovern Ravibala Shenoy Gale Wiedman Laura Witt

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COURSES BY INSTRUCTOR COURSES BY CATEGORY

BODA, JOHN B.A. NESYTO-FRESKE, NANCY CYTh. Art and Architecture Music The Great Fire of 1871   The Myth of Aging and Power of 8.…..Treasures of the Louvre 6…...Composing Musical Memorials for  SS Eastland Disaster Meditation 9.…..Painting Class Lincoln 9...... Bring Out Your Inner Gauguin 7…...Chicago Music Legends  The Real Story Behind the PANARESE, JOHN M.B.A. 11....Decoding the Vatican 10….History of American Country Music Assassination of Abraham Lincoln  The Korean War 12....Religious Iconography CASEY, MICHAEL M.A. PIKUL, STEVE B.A. Personal Enrichment  William Shakespeare: Songs and  General Robert E. Lee Finance 6…..Introduction to the French Language Sonnets  History and Workings of the C.I.A. 12....Contemporary Economics 7.…..Our World Today  Novel Series: Middlemarch by REHER, DENNIS M.B.A. 8…..How and What to Pack Government 10...The Myth of Aging and Power George Eliot  Contemporary Economics D’AGOSTINO, NANCY B.A. 7.…..Privacy in America of Meditation SWIFT, CARRIE M.A.  Treasures of the Louvre 7.…..Our World Today 11...How to Self-Publish  Computers: Microsoft Office at Home 8.…..The Roberts Supreme Court 12...Christmas Around the World Painting Class  SZABODOS, STEVE M.B.A. 14….History and Workings of the C.I.A. 12…Health Care Advocacy  Bring Out Your Inner Gauguin  How to Self-Publish 14...BRAIN Games deROSSET, PATRICIA J.D. VELISARIS, GEORGIA M.S. History  Privacy in America  Adobe Photoshop 6.…..Chicago Mafia Families Technology 7.…..Triumphs and Tragedy of LBJ 8.....Computers: Microsoft Office at Home  Our World Today WALKER, CLARE D.V.M., M.S. 7.…..Symbols of America 10…Adobe Photoshop  C.S. Lewis  The Roberts Supreme Court 9.…..Poor Decisions that Changed History WEREN, JAMES M.A. DIAMOND, DAVID M.A. 10....Generals of the Civil War Travel  Poor Decisions that Changed History  Symbols of America 11....The Unfinished American Revolution 6.....Introduction to the French Language DONOVAN, LEONARD M.S.  Generals of the Civil War 11....Kennedy Assassination Theories 8.....How and What to Pack 11....The Korean War 13…Adventures of Women Traveling Alone  History of American Country Music  People and Events that Ended 12.…The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 FINNIGAN, ANGELINE B.A. the Civil War 13....The Real Story Behind the One Day Classes  BRAIN Games WILSEY, TIM M.A. Assassination of Abraham Lincoln 7.....Chicago Music Legends FURIASSE, MARY KAY B.S.N., J.D  Chicago Mafia Families 13.…SS Eastland Disaster 8.....How and What to Pack  Health Care Advocacy  Chicago Music Legends 13.…General Robert E. Lee 11...Kennedy Assassination Theories HASSLER, JOANN WESLEY M.A.  Triumphs and Tragedy of LBJ 14….People and Events that Ended 12...Christmas Around the World How and What to Pack the Civil War 12...The Great Chicago Fire of 1871   Kennedy Assassination Theories 14….History and Workings of the C.I.A. 13...SS Eastland Disaster  Adventures of Women Traveling Alone  Christmas Around the World 13…The Real Story Behind the KERNAN, THOMAS PhD. Literature Assassination of Abraham Lincoln  Composing Musical Memorials for 6…...William Shakespeare: Songs and 14...BRAIN Games Lincoln Interested in Teaching a Class? Sonnets 14...People and Events that Ended KOCH, CHRISTIANE M.A. Would you or someone you know be 9...... C.S. Lewis the Civil War  Introduction to the French Language 11….How to Self-Publish LICHTENSTEIN, EDWARD J.D. interested in teaching a class? Please 14….Novel Series: Middlemarch by  The Unfinished American Revolution contact Ron Finnigan, CLL director, at George Eliot NELSON, RUTH M.A. (630) 829‐1383 or Rfi[email protected].

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Traveling Alone (pg. 13) Chicago Mafia Families Class code: F1510 Monday General Robert E. Lee (pg. 13) Dating back to the early 1900s and originating in South Side Chicago, the Chicago Chicago Mafia Families (pg. 6) Novel Series: Middlemarch by Mafia or Outfit rose to power in the 1920s and 1930s. Capone, Bugs Moran, Nitti, Ness, Introduction to the French Language (pg. 6) George Eliot (pg.14) and Giancana are just some of the figures linked to this colorful Chicago history. We William Shakespeare: Songs and Sonnets BRAIN Games (pg. 14) will examine the Chicago Mafia crime families, how they were structured, key members, (pg. 6) People and Events that Ended their impact on Chicago’s growth and development, and their demise. Composing Musical Memorials for Lincoln the Civil War (pg.14) Dates: Sept. 14, 21, 28 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 (pg. 6) Reg. deadline: Sept. 10 Cost: $48. I Instructor: Tim Wilsey, M.A. NOVEMBER Tuesday Treasures of the Louvre (pg. 8) Monday Introduction to the French Language Class code: F1511 The Roberts’ Supreme Court (pg. 8) Our World Today (pg. 7)

How and What To Pack (pg. 8) Symbols of America (pg. 7) Immerse yourself in the French culture through its language. Learn basic French to Computers: Microsoft Office enhance your travel plans or just to satisfy your curiosity. The emphasis will be on at Home (pg. 8) Tuesday learning the French language with some common French and European customs. Poor Decisions That Changed History Dates: Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct 5 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 12 Wednesday (pg. 9) Reg. deadline: Sept. 10 Cost: $64. Instructor: Christiane Koch, M.A. Adobe Photoshop (pg. 10) The Myth of Aging and Power of Meditation

Generals of the Civil War (pg. 10) (pg. 10) History of American Country Music (pg. 10) William Shakespeare: Songs and Sonnets Class code: F1512 Wednesday Scholars and commentators proclaim that Shakespeare’s sonnets alone would earn him Thursday The Korean War (pg. 11) a permanent place in literary history. Approach Shakespeare with “no drama.” The The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 (pg. 12) Decoding the Vatican (pg. 11) sonnets convey the Bard’s lyric voice, shaped by a specific verse form all his own. The Contemporary Economics (pg. 12) poems are brief, exquisite, and packed with wit and wisdom. Required text: paperback Health Care Advocacy (pg. 12) Thursday Shakespeare’s Sonnets (Folger Shakespeare Library Series). Attend to the Bard’s lyric Religious Iconography (pg. 12) History and Workings of the C.I.A. (pg.14) voice to access or deepen your enjoyment of Shakespeare and poetry. SS Eastland Disaster (pg.13) The Real Story Behind the Assassination “If this be error and upon me proved, / I never writ, nor no man ever loved.” DECEMBER Dates: Sept. 14, 21, 28 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 18 of Abraham Lincoln (pg. 13)

Reg. deadline: Sept. 10 Cost: $48. Instructor: Michael Casey, M.A. Wednesday OCTOBER Christmas Around the World (pg.12)

Composing Musical Memorials for Lincoln Class code: F1513 Monday Chicago Music Legends (pg.7) From Lincoln’s death in 1865 to the present composers of popular songs, symphonies, Privacy in America (pg.7) musicals, and operas dedicated them to the late president, connecting his memory to Triumphs and Tragedy of LBJ (pg. 7) the issues of different times. This course will review Lincoln musical works composed

for the 1865 funeral, during periods of European immigration, First and Second World Tuesday Wars, Civil Rights Movement, U.S. Bicentennial (1976), and Lincoln Bicentennial (2009). Painting Class (pg.9) Discuss the diverse musical styles and genres that composers employed and what Bring Out Your Inner Gauguin (pg. 9) these compositions can tell us about American culture at each moment in history. C. S. Lewis (pg. 9) Dates: Sept. 14, 21, 28 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 18 Reg. deadline: Sept. 10 Cost: $48. Instructor: Thomas Kernan, PhD. Wednesday The Unfinished American Revolution (pg.11) How to Self-Publish (pg.11) Kennedy Assassination Theories (pg. 11)

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Novel Series: Middlemarch by George Eliot Class code: F1548 MONDAY (cont.)

One of the greatest English novels was written by a woman—Mary Ann Evans— who 1 Class Only Chicago Music Legends Class code: F1514 found it necessary to adopt a male pen name, George Eliot. Middlemarch (1874) is a rich, absorbing narrative of depth—and length. At its center is Dorothea Brooke Chicago has a historical impact on the development of many music styles. who pursues a full life that energizes her strong independent mind. Vital questions Chicago-style blues, jazz, electronic music and rock all call Chicago home. This class are posed: What does it mean to live a good life? How essential to fulfillment are will cover the artists (Bo Diddley, Muddy Waters, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock) the marriage, religion, independence, and knowledge? Are intellect and emotion bands (Chicago, Styx, REO) and the history. opposing or complementing forces? Six classes are scheduled with a one week Date: Oct. 5 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 break after the third class to assure steady progress through the 880 page novel. Reg. deadline: Oct. 1 Cost: $19. Instructor: Tim Wilsey, M.A. Obtain the Penguin Classics edition of Middlemarch. Before the first class, read the “Prelude” and “Book One: Miss Brooke.” Together we can do this, and enjoy an Privacy in America Class code: F1515 unforgettable reading experience! Dates: Oct. 8, 15, 22, Nov. 5, 12, 19 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 15 The word “privacy” does not appear in the U.S. Constitution or in its amendments, yet, Reg. deadline: Oct. 6 Cost: $96. Instructor: Michael Casey, M.A. the Supreme Court recognizes a right to privacy. From government to big business to junk mail, is our privacy under assault? Are technological advances and the world we live in destroying traditional notions of privacy? Can civil liberties and security co-exist? BRAIN Games Class code:F1549 1 Class Only The course examines these questions and other privacy issues. Dates: Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 18 This two-hour, one-time class will focus on lively activities and exercises on 6 areas Reg. deadline: Oct. 1 Cost: $64. Instructor: Patricia deRosset, J.D. of cognitive function (attention to detail, multi tasking, executive function, processing speed, long–term and working memory). Join us for fun and mental Triumphs and Tragedy of LBJ Class code: F1516 exercise. Date: Oct. 29 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 This course examines the president who succeeded the youngest person ever Reg. deadline: Oct. 27 Cost: $19. Instructor: Angeline Finnigan, B.A. elected president in U.S. history, LBJ’s attempt to end an unpopular war and how he met his own Waterloo. Learn about LBJ as educator, leader in the U.S. Senate, vice president and president of the . People and Events that Ended the Civil War Dates: Oct. 12, 19, 26 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 Class code: F1550 1 Class Only Reg. deadline: Oct. 8 Cost: $48. Instructor: Tim Wilsey, M.A.

Our World Today Class code: F1517 This single class will explore the key political and military personnel for both the North and South and how they impacted the end of the Civil War. We will discuss With over 7 billion people in the world, current political, social and economic issues the thoughts and actions of powerful leaders, the impact of certain battles, political that influence all of us are changing faster than ever before. Investigate the world’s demands on both Abraham Lincoln and Jefferson Davis, and how the end of the happenings by looking at significant national and international current events, behind Civil War really evolved. the scenes causes, who’s who, and future trends. Lively discussions and active Date: Oct. 29 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 22 participation are encouraged as current events are churned, probed and analyzed. Reg. deadline: Oct. 27 Cost: $19. Instructor: James Weren, M.A. Dates: Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18

Reg. deadline: Oct. 29 Cost: $64 Instructor: Patricia deRosset, J.D.

History and Workings of the C.I.A. Class code: F1551 Symbols of America Class code: F1518 Motto: “The Work of a Nation. The Center of Intelligence.” Annual Budget: Classi- fied. Employees: Classified. Parent Agency: Independent. Formed at the end of We live in a world where symbols convey meaning in an instant. We have our symbols WW II, the CIA is tasked with gathering, processing and analyzing national security of freedom and pride in the United States of America . Course focuses on two information from around the world. We will discuss the history and workings of individuals whose creative genius and passion gave us two of the greatest the CIA, their increasing role in fighting terrorism since 9/11, covert actions, symbols of America: the Statue of Liberty and Mount Rushmore. Discover the history, cyber-operations and criticism by the press and private citizens. the challenges and the success of both American iconic symbols. Dates: Nov. 5, 12, 19 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 20 Dates: Nov. 2, 9, 16 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 Reg. deadline: Nov. 3 Cost: $48. Instructor: Steve Pikul, B.A. Reg. deadline: Oct. 29 Cost: $48. Instructor: James Weren, M.A.

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TUESDAY THURSDAY (cont.) Treasures of the Louvre Class code: F1520 SS Eastland Disaster Class code: F1544 1 Class Only The Musee du Louvre, located on Paris’ Right Bank, is one of the world’s largest museums. The Louvre is home to over 70,000 pieces of art and hosts 9 million The SS Eastland was the largest loss of life from a single shipwreck on the Great visitors annually. Art work created by selected European artists is explored as we Lakes. 844 passengers and crew were killed on July 24, 1915 as the chartered work our way through 650,000 square feet of gallery space. If you are planning a ship left the Chicago dock with Company employees and families trip, or just have a curiosity about great art, you will enjoy this course. heading to a picnic in Michigan City. Class will discuss the actual events of July Dates: Sept. 8, 15, 22 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 24th and their impact on Chicago one hundred years later. Reg. deadline: Sept. 4 Cost: $48. Instructor: Nancy D’Agostino, B.A. Date: Sept. 17 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 Reg. deadline: Sept. 15 Cost: $19. Instructor: John Boda, B.A.

The Roberts Supreme Court Class code: F1521 The Real Story Behind the Assassination of John Glover Roberts Jr. is the 17th Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. Abraham Lincoln Class code: F1545 1 Class Only While originally nominated to replace Associate Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, he replaced Chief Justice Rehnquist upon his death. This course will review the Abraham Lincoln was the first American president to be assassinated. The Roberts Court and its' decisions from campaign finance to the Fourth Amendment assassination occurred only five days after General Lee surrendered to General to presidential power and more. How durable will the Roberts Court decisions be in Grant; thus ending the Civil War. This two hour class will reveal the real story history? What is the long term impact of Chief Justice Roberts' tenure? These behind the assassination of the president, Booth and his co-conspirators, and questions and others will be explored. the twist and turns of the event. Dates: Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 18 Date: Sept. 24 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 Reg. deadline: Sept. 4 Cost: $64. Instructor: Patricia deRosset, J.D. Reg. deadline: Sept. 22 Cost: $19. Instructor: John Boda, B.A.

Adventures of Women Traveling Alone Class code: F1546 1 Class Only How and What to Pack Class code: F1522 Have you ever wanted to travel but not alone? Eleanor Roosevelt said, “Every day, According to a travel industry survey, 75% of travelers overpack. This can result in do something you fear.” Traveling alone can be a bit frightening, but the higher airline fees. Some of us pack the night before and others weeks in memories are worth facing the fear. This class will include tips on efficient advance. This class will share tips on packing, how to maximize your limited space, packing, finding the right tours, utilizing guide books and mapping out your dos and don’ts of packing and best practices to use from a world traveler. dream trip. Date: Sept. 22 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 Dates: Oct. 1, 8, 15 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 Reg. deadline: Sept. 29 Cost: $48. Instructor: JoAnn Wesley Hassler, B.A. Reg. deadline: Sept. 18 Cost: $19. Instructor: JoAnn Wesley Hessler, M.A.

General Robert E. Lee Class code: F1547 Computers: Microsoft Office at Home Class code: F1523 Robert Edward Lee was a top graduate of the U.S. Military Academy and an officer Join us for this comfortably paced, hands-on course. Create MS Word documents by of distinction in the United States Army for over 25 years prior to commanding starting with the basics and moving up to using backgrounds, borders, pictures, the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia. General Lee was a shrewd tactician bullets, headers, footers and more! Learn the basics of MS Excel by creating a sam- and battlefield commander. This course will focus on Lee’s early life, his military ple budget spreadsheet and use basic formulas, formatting, sorting and more. Dis- career, Civil War years, his surrender at Appomattox Court House on April 9, cover what you can do with a MS PowerPoint presentation. Bring your MS Office 1865 and his post-Civil War years during Reconstruction. questions to class! No prior experience beyond basic keyboard and mouse ability is Dates: Oct. 8, 15, 22 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 necessary. Reg. deadline: Oct. 6 Cost: $48. Instructor: Steve Pikul, B.A. Dates: Sept. 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 12 Reg. deadline: Sept. 18 Cost: $80. Instructor: Carrie Swift, B.A.

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Christmas Around the World Class code: F1538 1 Class Only Painting Class Class code: F1524

Japanese Christmas cake, blue Santa Claus suit in South Korea, decorated Christmas This class is for everyone, those who have never painted and those who are cribs in India, shoes under the Christmas tree in France, and a bonfire made of thorn experienced artists. Learn the basics of painting with acrylic paints on canvas as we bushes in Iran make Christmas around the World a unique special one-time class. complete four paintings. Gain self-confidence with materials and develop your own Learn about different Christmas customs, the origin of our Christmas traditions, and painting style. All materials will be provided by the instructor. share the Christmas season with other CLL students. Additional art supply fee of $30. Date: Dec. 2 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 Dates: Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3 Time: 10:30am—12:30pm Class max: 12 Reg. deadline: Nov. 30 Cost: $19. Instructor: Tim Wilsey, M.A. Reg. Oct. 2 Cost: $ 80. Additional Art Supply Fee: $30. Instructor: Nancy D’Agostino, B.A.

THURSDAY Bring Out Your Inner Gauguin Class code: F1525 Paul Gauguin, a French Post-Impressionist artist, was recognized for his use of color 1 Class Only and distinguishable style. We'll use his work and style as inspiration to create four paintings. Students learn the basics of painting with acrylic paints on canvas. The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 Class code: F1540 Beginners and advanced painters are welcome. Work with materials and develop The Great Chicago Fire burned from October 8 to October 10, 1871. It destroyed your own painting style. All materials will be provided by the instructor. thousands of buildings, killed an estimated 300 people, caused an estimated $200 Additional art supply fee of $30. million in damages and left an area of about four miles long and almost a mile wide Dates: Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3 Time: 1:00pm—3:00pm Class max: 12 in ruins. Review the destruction and reconstruction that spurred great economic Reg. Oct. 2 Cost: $ 80. Additional Art Supply Fee: $30. development and growth unmatched in our Chicago history. Instructor: Nancy D’Agostino, B.A. Date: Sept. 10 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 Reg. deadline: Sept. 8 Cost: $19. Instructor: John Boda, B.A. C. S. Lewis Class code: F1526 Contemporary Economics Class code: F1541 Clive Staples Lewis, commonly known as C.S. Lewis, was a novelist, poet, academic, The effects of the financial crisis are still being felt, eight years on. This course looks literary critic, essayist, theologian, and world-renowned lecturer. He was one of the at traditional economic theory, the United States Federal Reserve System, and the intellectual giants of the 20th century. Course explores the Irish author, his events that led up to the worst recession in over 80 years. We will discuss the U.S. nonfictional work about Christianity, the first book in his fantasy series, The Chroni- recovery compared to the global economic recovery and what the future holds. cles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe and his other literary works. One Dates: Sept. 10, 17, 24 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 20 class session features a visit to Wheaton College's Wade Center, an internationally ac- Reg. deadline: Sept. 8 Cost: $48. Instructor: Dennis Reher, M.B.A. claimed archive of works and artifacts related to C.S. Lewis and his contemporaries. Dates: Oct. 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 15 Health Care Advocacy Class code: F1542 Reg. deadline: Oct. 16 Cost: $64. Instructor: Clare Walker, D.V.M.

Accidents, strokes, heart attacks, and dementia happen at any age. Whether raising children or caring for aging parents, advocacy is a powerful tool. Course discusses Poor Decisions that Changed History Class code: F1527 and reviews of healthcare issues in estate planning, your legal rights when working Step back in history and ask the question: “What if?” Review decisions that may have with healthcare professionals, and how to advocate for yourself or a family member. changed the course of history relating to the American Revolution, the Civil War, Dates: Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 14 World War I, Vietnam, and the Iraq War. The course is based on the book: Reg. deadline: Sept. 8 Cost: $64. Instructor: Mary Kay Furiasse, B.S.N., J.D. The March of Folly, From Troy to Vietnam by B. Tuchman. Join us as we challenge the conventional decisions of history. Religious Iconography Class code: F1543 Dates: Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 19 Explore the deep symbolism imbedded in Christian and Catholic art. This course will Reg. deadline: Oct. 30 Cost: $64. Instructor: David Diamond, M. A. examine motifs and allegories developed in the early years of the Church, as well as those that evolved with the rise of the Gothic cathedrals in the 13th to 15th centuries. After the Reformation, many of these iconographic systems fell out of favor, but can still be understood and appreciated today. We start with the art of the catacombs,

continue with medieval imagery and close with the attributes of the saints. Dates: Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 20 Reg. deadline: Sept. 8 Cost: $64. Instructor: Ruth Nelson, M.A.

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TUESDAY (cont.) The Unfinished American Revolution Class code: F1533 The words and actions of our Founding Fathers who fought the American Revolution The Myth of Aging and Power of Meditation Class code: F1528 reflect the will of the citizens of the thirteen colonies. Or do they? Many of the beliefs held by colonists, including women's rights, racial equality, and states’ rights, were

contrary to or more radical than those of the Founding Fathers. These views helped to Even as young as 40 and 50, we generally start to feel “like we’re getting old”. Move- shape today's state and federal governments and current political debate. This course ments aren’t as fluid with pain, aches, and stiffness becoming more common. We are is based on the book Revolutionary Founders. told to just accept it as part of aging. This course is designed to help you experience a Dates: Oct. 7, 14, 21 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 20 different way of aging, a way where you feel vibrant and alive and continue to do all of Reg. deadline: Oct. 5 Cost: $48. Instructor: Edward Lichtenstein, J.D. your favorite activities – all through slow and gentle movements. In addition, the course will introduce the power and benefit of everyday meditation. Dates: Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 19 How to Self-Publish Class code: F1534 Reg. deadline: Oct. 30 Cost: $64. Instructor: Nancy Nesyto-Freske, C.Y.Th. Considering self-publishing a book? This course discusses the ins and outs of what it’s all about. Learn to put together a well-packaged product, save cost and avoid the WEDNESDAY pitfalls in self-publishing. The instructor is an experienced self-publisher who will share his valuable expertise on how to self-publish. Dates: Oct. 14, 21, 28 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 20 Adobe Photoshop Class code: F1530 Reg. deadline: Oct. 12 Cost: $48. Instructor: Steve Szabodos, M.B.A.

Photoshop introduces students to the basic concepts and skills of image manipulation 1 Class Only through the Adobe Photoshop application program. Related vocabulary, workspace, Kennedy Assassination Theories Class code: F1535 and basic program tools will be reviewed. Work on class assignments and your personal photos on a PC platform. November 22, 1963 left an indelible mark on U.S. history. It also left an ongoing Dates: Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 16 debate on what really happened that day in Dallas. Was the Warren Report correct? Reg. deadline: Sept. 4 Cost: $80. Instructor: Georgia Velisaris, M.S. What about Cuba? the Mafia? the USSR? We will review the top known theories – both popular and obscure. Date: Oct. 28 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18

Reg. deadline: Oct. 26 Cost: $19. Instructor: Tim Wilsey, M.A. Generals of the Civil War Class code: F1531

More than three million men fought in the war. Two percent of the total U.S. population The Korean War Class code: F1536 – more than 620,000 people died in it. The extraordinary circumstances of the Civil War produced more unforgettable generals than any other war in our history. This The Korean War began on June 25, 1950 when 75,000 North Korean soldiers crossed course will explore the Civil War through the generals of the Union Army and the into South Korea. It was the first military action of the Cold War. Hostilities lasted 37 Confederate States Army. long months with 5 million dead, wounded, or missing. Half of the dead, wounded, or Dates: Sept. 16, 23, 30 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 missing were civilians. Explore the events leading up to the war itself, the war and the Reg. deadline: Sept. 14 Cost: $48. Instructor: James Weren, M.A. 1953 armistice that ended the Korean War. Dates: Nov. 4, 11, 18 Time: 10:00am—12:00pm Class max: 18 Reg. deadline: Nov. 2 Cost: $48. Instructor: John Panarese, M.B.A.

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Decoding the Vatican Class code: F1537 Country music’s origins can be found in the recordings of fiddle players of the southern Appalachian mountains around World War I. It wasn’t until the 1920s that country Vatican City has an area of approximately 110 acres, a population of fewer than 1,000 music took hold with Jimmie Rodgers, known as the “Father of Country Music”. Course people and is filled with artistic and spiritual riches too difficult to absorb. Take a vir- explores the history, artists and their music of the 20th Century. Visual enhancements tual tour of some of the most famous and lesser known treasures with a discussion of and the music, performed by Lee Donovan will be an integral part of the course. their forgotten histories and deeply embedded meanings. Focus on select chapels and Dates: Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 18 papal tombs of St. Peter’s, the Secret Gardens, and Renaissance frescos by Rome’s Reg. deadline: Sept. 14 Cost: $64. Instructor: Leonard Donovan, M.S. greatest artists. Included are the papal tombs of Innocent VIII, Sixtus IV, the Casino (little house) of Pius IV, the Sala Regia and the Sistine Chapel. Dates: Nov. 4, 11, 18, Dec. 2 Time: 1:00—3:00pm Class max: 20 Reg. deadline: Nov. 2 Cost: $64. Instructor: Ruth Nelson, M.A.

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