OLLI @ WVU Your Next Adventure Begins Here! SummerSummer 20192019 MorgantownMorgantown CourseCourse CatalogCatalog JulyJuly -- SeptemberSeptember www.olliatwvu.orgwww.olliatwvu.org About OLLI at WVU The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at West Virginia University, known as OLLI at WVU, provides programs and educational OLLI Board of Directors opportunities designed for adults 50 and over. (2018-2019) OLLI at WVU, a membership organization affiliated with the Linda Jacknowitz, President School of Public Health, recognizes the unique experiences, Ed Johnson, Vice President capabilities, and wisdom of mature members of the community. Earl Melby, Secretary OLLI at WVU emphasizes the sharing of ideas through peer George Trapp, Treasurer learning, member participation, and collaborative leadership. Sarah Woodrum, SPH Rep. Carolyn Atkinson During four terms each year, OLLI at WVU offers courses, Stan Cohen lectures, seminars, and field trips in such areas as music, Gwen Gill literature, art, science, politics, nature, history, health, medicine, Kay Goodwin technology, and economics. Live drama, movies, and interest Kathy Hanko groups add to the choices. Beverly Kerr Courses are developed and taught by volunteers from the Karen Long community who are passionate about their topics, avocations, Judy Morris and interests and who love to share their ideas. Sumitra Reddy Tom Rogers Free from the pressures of tests and grades, OLLI members are Gwen Rosenbluth learning simply for the joy of it. Supporters OLLI Board of Advisors OLLI at WVU continues to grow as an organization with the Bob Craig unwavering commitment and generosity of our patrons and Roger Dalton supporters. We acknowledge and thank the following: Ann Davidson • The Bernard Osher Foundation James Dylan Held • West Virginia University, President’s Office E. Jane Martin • WVU Foundation Betty Maxwell • WVU School of Public Health (SPH) • OLLI Board Members, Committee Members, and Volunteers OLLI Committees • OLLI $100K Club, Donors, and Sponsors • Our Distinguished Instructors Curriculum Chair: Carolyn Nelson • OLLI Members Facilities/Technology Chair: Vacant Finance Chair: George Trapp Fundraising Chair: Vacant The Bernard Osher Foundation Marketing Chair: Ed Johnson The Bernard Osher Foundation seeks to improve quality of life Membership Chair: Gwen Gill through the support of lifelong learning institutes such as OLLI at Nominating Chair: Kathy Hanko WVU. The Foundation was founded in 1977 by Bernard Osher, a Irving Goodman Annual Aging respected businessman and community leader. The Foundation Lecture Series (IGALS) Chair: E. Jane Martin has now funded 123 Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes on campuses of colleges and universities from Maine to Hawaii. Funding for OLLI is contingent upon membership growth goals, Staff so membership matters. To learn more about The Bernard Jascenna Haislet, Director Osher Foundation, please visit their website at www. Michelle Klishis, Professional Technologist osherfoundation.org. Diane Cale, Program Assistant OLLI stimulates one’s mind with great courses and provides social interaction to enliven the whole person. - OLLI member 2 olliatwvu.org From Our Director Greetings from the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at West Virginia University! I’m pleased to welcome everyone to another awe-inspiring year of discovery, creativity, and adventure. Our summer session, beginning in early July, is filled with opportunities to expand your horizons, test your boundaries, explore your own backyard, and have a little fun while you’re at it. In this catalog, you will find 40 different classes, workshops, lectures, discussion groups, and field trips for our members to enjoy through the end of September. But there’s more to come! At the time of publication, we have two or three more opportunities in the works. Be sure to watch the OLLI Friday eBulletin for information about these additional classes. If you do not receive the Friday eBulletin in your email, contact the OLLI office and we’ll put you on the list! As a membership organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults in Morgantown and the surrounding communities, OLLI welcomes everyone with a passion for learning and a curiosity about what’s next. With no tests, grades, or educational requirements, this is learning for the joy of it! In addition, OLLI membership offers the opportunity to meet new people and develop new friendships through social interaction and shared experiences. I look forward to seeing you in class! Jascenna Haislet Director OLLI at WUV OLLI @ WVU Because Curiosity Never Retires! Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at WVU 3 Table of Contents About OLLI at WVU ..........................................................................................................................................................2 OLLI Board of Directors and Staff ....................................................................................................................................2 From Our Director .............................................................................................................................................................3 OLLI Membership .............................................................................................................................................................6 How to Register ................................................................................................................................................................6 Mark Your Calendar ..........................................................................................................................................................7 Contact Us/OLLI Office Hours ..........................................................................................................................................7 Thank You to Our Sponsors .............................................................................................................................................8 Giving to Your OLLI ........................................................................................................................................................10 OLLI Online Resources ..................................................................................................................................................11 Summer 2019 Schedule at a Glance..............................................................................................................................12 Classroom Key ...............................................................................................................................................................13 Special Member Events and Opportunities ....................................................................................................................14 Ask a Geek (Klishis) Adventure WV: Zip Line OLLI at the Ball Park An Afternoon of Inspiration Green Bank Observatory Irving Goodman Aging Lecture: Steve Thaxton ..............................................................................................................15 OLLI Interest Groups ......................................................................................................................................................15 Summer 2019 Courses The Arts .......................................................................................................................................................................16 Ancient American Art: The Aztecs and Their Ancestors (Cleveland Art Museum) Basic Watercolors (Witt) Film Forum: Summer Musicals (Held) Popular Songs of the Tin Pan Alley Era (Horacek) Smokey Robinson (Wendell) Western Art and Influences on Japan Since Commodore Perry (Kondoh) Weird String Instruments (Venable) WVU Art Museum Exhibitions Health and Wellness ...................................................................................................................................................17 Evaluating Online Health Information (Desouky) Fall Risk Assessment and Prevention (Benezra) Introduction to Tai Chi and Qigong (Myers) Intermediate Tai Chi (Myers) More Eat Right Eat Well: The Joy of Vegetables, Part 2 (Cohen, Cohen) The Puzzle Called Autism (Allen) Yoga for Wellness (Hnizdo) History and Literature ..................................................................................................................................................18 The Golden Spike - Connecting East and West (Colvin) Historic Oak Grove Cemetery (Grimm, Venham) Pearl S. Buck at Cornell (Cole) WV Folklife Center (Kirk) Hobbies and Interests .................................................................................................................................................19 Lakes and Resevoirs (Tomkowski) Share More Stories (Rosenbluth) Science and Math .......................................................................................................................................................20 Geological History of Planet Earth: Tectonics (Smosna) Microscope Exploration (Fowler) Social Sciences, Politics, & Current Events ................................................................................................................20 The New Yorker Discussion Group (Racin) The New Yorker Discussion Group at Heritage Point (Haislet) 4 olliatwvu.org Technology and Training .............................................................................................................................................21