Spring 2018 Program Guide - Immaculata University

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LifeLong Learning Institute at Immaculata University Institute Information Spring 2018

Welcome t o L L I at IU The LifeLong Learning Institute at Immaculata University provides a continuing education opportunity for residents of the southeastern Pennsylvania region over the age of 50. The Institute offers non-credit educational programs specifically developed for adults who wish to broaden their education, pursue their passions and meet with like-minded peers. LLI at IU offers an opportunity to explore non-traditional topics such as yoga, current events, painting, and much more all while in a relaxed environment on a beautiful suburban campus. We invite anyone interested to join and experience what LLI at IU is all about.

Spring Classes Begin Monday, February 12.

How to Join

LLI at IU Benefits

To participate in the LifeLong Learning Institute individuals must join as a member. Memberships are available on either a semester basis or annual basis. The Institute enables you to engage in social and educational activities in a welcoming environment. The membership fee is the only cost of the Institute, and you can register for up to 14 classes each semester.



Courses: Experience learning something new, fun, challenging, and amazing.



Location: Courses are offered on the conveniently located Immaculata campus in Malvern.



LLI at IU News: Subscription to the LLI newsletter each semester.



Access to Immaculata Symphony: LLI at IU members only pay $12 to attend.



Immaculata Gabriele Library: Check out books, dvds, cds and more at the library.



Events & Field Trips: Attend LLI special events, campus-wide events, and discover opportunities to travel.

Annual Membership: $350 Spring Membership: $185 Spring semester, 10 weeks Summer semester, 5 weeks Fall semester, 10 weeks Once you attend a class the membership fee is non-refundable.

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How to Register 1. In Person: After receiving the program guide, please complete the included registration form (pg. 38) and drop it off at the LifeLong Learning Institute office in Good Counsel Hall on Immaculata’s campus (see page 42 for campus map). Registrations are processed in the order they are received. In person registration can be processed with cash, check or credit card.

2. By Mail: Send your completed registration form with payment (checks made payable to Immaculata University) to: LifeLong Learning Institute Good Counsel Hall Immaculata University 1145 King Road Immaculata, PA 19345

Semester Calendar 10 Week Classes: February 12 - May 4 Session A: February 12 - March 23 Session B: March 26-May 4 Due to the Immaculata spring break and Easter holiday there are interruptions to the LLI schedule. There will be no LLI classes March 5-9th and no classes 3/29, 3/30, 4,2, 5/1, 5/2. To complete the ten week semester classes will meet on May 3 and 4. March 5-9: Semester Break, No class March 29 - April 2: Easter Break April 16-20: LLI Food Drive

Scholarships Available Partial scholarship assistance is available through a simple, friendly and confidential process. Prospective students can request a scholarship and complete an application for review by the Advisory Board. Scholarships will cover no more than half the cost of the semester membership. To complete an application, contact the main office at 484-323-3238.

The United States Constitution (10)

Email and Photography (10)

2:453:55

1:152:25

Learn to Play Chess (10) Practical Statistics (A) Wellbeing Workshop (B) Making Friends with the Zodiac (B)

The Art of Perspective Made Easy (A)

Forgiveness: The Best Revenge (A)

Aviation History (B)

Hollywood and Wars (B) 1:15-3pm

Television: The First Golden Age 2:454:30pm (10, A, B)

Art Face to Face (A)

The Literature and Experience of Travel (A)

Woman Air Force Service Pilots (10)

Silver Age Yoga (10)

At Ease with Your Computer (10)

First Time Opera Experience (10)

What Makes Good People Do Evil Things? (A)

Genealogy: Back to Basics (10)

Writing Adventure (B)

Memory Games (10)

Tech Talk (B)

Part 2: William Faulkner (A)

Constitution of the U.S. (A)

The Best Ways to Manage Stress (A)

Understanding Gita (10)

Kent Harof (B)

Our Founding Mothers (B)

Greeting Cards and Envelopes (B)

Civil War Prisons (B)

American Presidents (A)

American Jewish History (A)

Making Sense of Financial Markets (10)

PowerPoint (B)

The Science of Sleep (A)

Art in the Civil War (B)

Beginner’s Knitting 2 (10)

Senior Living Options (B)

A History of Medicines (A)

Healthcare reform (10)

World of Sports 10:35-11:45(10)

English Romantic Poetry (10)

Social Media for Seniors (B)

1945-1960 (B)

The Revolutionary War (A)

Genealogy: Discover Your Roots (10)

Health 411 Your Plan for Living Well (B)

John and Abigail Adams 9:15-10:25 (B)

Preserve and Improve Your Memory (B)

Microsoft Word (A)

Watercolor 9:15-12:05 (10)

Paper Mache (10) US Civil War (10)

Wednesday

Tuesday

Session A: February 12 - March 23

Five Big American Building Projects (A)

10:55- Ceramic Bowl Making (10:55-12:55) (A) 12:05 Five Big Non-American Building Projects (A)

9:1510:25

Monday

10 Week Classes: February 12 - May 4

New Directions in USA Energy and Climate Policies (B)

As Our Gardens Go to Sleep 2:45-4pm(A)

Silver Age Yoga (10)

Leonard Bernstein (A)

The French Lieutenant's Woman (10)

Heroes and Villains 12:30-3pm (10)

Philosophy - Wonder and Speculation (B)

1945-1960 (B)

The Revolutionary War (A)

Current Events Forum (10)

Thursday

Session B: March 26-May 4

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Quick Reference: Spring Speaker Series…..Pg. 7 Topic Areas: The Arts…..Pg. 11 Current Events…..Pg. 16 Health & Well Being…..Pg. 18 History…..Pg. 21 Literature…..Pg. 27 Science & Technology…..Pg. 29 Skills and Activities…..Pg. 32 Registration Form …..Pg. 38

Attendance Policies While accommodations will be made to ensure classes do not become full there are limitations to the classroom size at the University. Members are asked to attend only classes for which they have registered and to notify the LLI office if they want to drop a class. Accurate registration assists in room accommodations.

Bulletin Board The LLI bulletin board is located on the 100 classroom level of Loyola Hall and includes the class schedule, room locations, speaker series schedule, campus map and more.

Travel with LLI ….. Pg. 39 Winter Movie Series …..Pg. 40

Information Session…..Pg. 41 Campus Map…..Pg. 42

Classroom Assignments Room assignments will be emailed to members one week prior to the start of class and will be posted on the LLI bulletin board in Loyola Hall.

Course Cancellation

Save the Date:

LLI at IU reserves the right to cancel a scheduled course due to low enrollment, non-availability of an instructor, or any other unavoidable circumstance. Members will be notified as early as possible.

Parking Permits

LLI Spring Picnic Thursday, May 10th

All members and instructors are required by the university to display a parking permit on their vehicles while on campus. Parking permits are free and never expire. This should be taken care of in advance of the start of the semester. For more information on how to obtain a parking permit please visit the website below:

http://www.immaculata.edu/cll/lifelong/resources

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Information About Email LLI at IU uses email to communicate important information about classes and events on campus. Members’ email addresses are not shared with outside organizations. If you do not receive the weekly/ bi-weekly emails, please contact the office to confirm your information. Examples of email communications include: 

Class confirmation and room locations



Changes to classes including unforeseen cancellations



Invitations to LLI and University events



Announcements such as the semester Newsletter

If you do not have access to a computer or email, we strongly recommend you connect with someone in your class, or in the Institute, to learn about program updates.

INCLEMENT WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT In the event of inclement weather our top priority is the safety of our instructors and members. If the University has a two hour delay or is closed, the LifeLong Learning Institute will be canceled that day as well. The Assistant Director will coordinate with LLI instructors to reschedule the missed classes. There are no LLI at IU classes if the University has a 2 hour delay or closes campus. To find out if there is a school delay or closing please visit the main website at www.immaculata.edu or KYW #871.

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Try a NEW Course This Spring! The Art of Perspective Made Simple (p. 15) Ceramic Bowl Making (p. 12 ) Greeting Cards and Envelopes (p. 12) Happy Birthday, Leonard Bernstein (p. 12)

Your First Time Opera Experience-Make It a Pleasant One (p. 15) The Best Ways to Manage Stress (p. 19) Preserve and Improve Your Memory (p. 19) The Science of Sleep (p. 20) English Romantic Poetry (p. 27)

The Writing Adventure (p. 28) Microsoft Word (p. 30) Present Something Memorable with PowerPoint (p. 31) Social Media for Seniors (p. 31)

Tech Talk (p. 31)

What Are The Chances? An Intro. To Practical Statistics (p.32) As Our Gardens Go To Sleep, What Can We Learn? (p. 32)

Making Sense of Financial Markets (p. 35)

Spring Speaker Series Discover unique stories and presentations at the lunch time Speaker Series! Every Wednesday from 12:10-1:10p.m. Loyola Hall, Room 127 These events are free and open to the public, feel free to invite a friend. This is a great opportunity for community members to learn more about the program, meet our members, and experience the LLI community.

February 14 - Welcome to Chester County Library - More Than Just Books! There’s more than books at Chester County Library. In fact, there’s over a million resources for you to borrow, use, enjoy, and explore. Join library reference volunteer Craig Miller as he highlights the library’s best programs, resources, and services. He will introduce you to Libby and Flipster so you can enjoy eBooks, Audiobooks, and e-Magazines. Craig will also show you how to use the Museum Pass program featuring free admission passes to Elmwood Park Zoo, Academy of Natural Sciences, Battleship New Jersey, Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts, and more. He’ll also talk about how you can get creative in the library’s new Digital Media Lab/MakerSpace with 3D printing, high end PCs, professional photography and podcasting equipment, die cut and laminating machines, and a button maker. The possibilities are endless at the library – 24/7 online services, great programs for all ages, book discussion groups, movies, music, technology, and more. Craig Miller - B.A. Westminster College; M.B.A. Arizona State Univ. Craig Miller spent more than 35 years in Sales and Business Development for the technology industry. His roles included sales representative, regional manager, and Global Vice President of Sales and Business Development. Since retiring he has become a leading member of the Friends of Chester County Library organization and a library volunteer in the Reference Department.

February 21 - Decisions and Destiny Using the stories of Eleanor Roosevelt, Golda Meir and Marie Curie; author Ann Atkins reveals how great destinies follow those who make courageous decisions. In the stories of bold decisions - exposing blind spots and challenging inglorious attitudes - we find encouragement to make our own courageous decisions. For any scale of influence, stories of Eleanor, Golda and Marie inspire our own ‘rendezvous with destiny’. Ann Atkins’ biographies include: Eleanor Roosevelt ~ Unleashed, Golda Meir ~ True Grit, Marie Curie ~ A Nobel Life. Ann Atkins - M.A. Psychology, Boston Univ. Ann’s books have reached international shores and her presentations include: the National Press Club, International Women’s Day in Washington DC, civic groups and universities. Ann has lived and worked in Korea, England and Germany. Her master’s degree from Boston University encompasses studies at the University of Cambridge. Ann’s Flash History Biography series covers: Eleanor Roosevelt ~ Unleashed, Golda Meir ~ True Grit, and Marie Curie ~ A Nobel Life. Ann lives in California and is currently working on a novel, Crucified.

February 28 - Emergency Preparedness is Always in Season Winter, spring, summer, or fall – disasters can happen to us all. What will you do the next time you’re without power for an extended period of time? What’s your plan if you couldn’t get out of your neighborhood? How soon could your routine get back to normal? It begins by knowing a few things: ·The biggest threats we face here in Southeastern Pennsylvania ·What your local & county governments are doing before, during and after a disaster ·Steps you can take at home and work to recover faster ·Where to find important and trusted information Tim Elbertson – Community Outreach Coordinator, Montgomery County Department of Public Safety Tim has been speaking to schools, businesses, and other community groups about being prepared for both emergencies and disasters for the last six years. Previously, Tim was a broadcast meteorologist for 15 years at TV stations in Kansas, Texas, Minnesota, and Colorado. He is a two-time Emmy Award winner, a certified BBQ judge, and loves to travel. No Speaker Series on Wednesday, March 7th during the semester break.

March 14 - Breaking the News: Media, Politics, Fake News, and America A review of the role of the free press in American political life, its traditional and modern challenges, and how modern media shaped and was shaped by the 21st century. Joshua Weikert - B.A. International Relations, West Chester Univ.; M.A. Political Science, Villanova Univ.; PhD, Politics, Temple Univ. Dr. Weikert is Assistant Professor of Politics in the Department of Civic Engagement at Immaculata University. He joined the full-time faculty in 2016, after having served in several different teaching and lecturing appointments at regional universities. He has a diverse academic and professional background that includes study in several sub-fields in political science and economics, government service in foreign intelligence, educational administration, research and political consulting, and local government.

March 21 - Famous and Infamous Supreme Court Decisions The Supreme Court has the final word; after their decision, there is no appeal. From John Jay to John Roberts, from Marbury V. Madison, to Citizens United, the Court has made decisions which affect our lives every day. This discussion will involve various court cases, both famous and infamous, which determined the future of our society. Presidential appointments to the Court are critical since their appointments can affect decisions for decades. Some of the more controversial appointments will be part of the discussion. Ross Kershey - B.A., Temple Univ. Ross taught American history at Coatesville High school for 42 years. He also coached basketball for 28 years and track for 18 years. He was the first teacher to receive the "Educator of the Year" award, and upon his retirement, that award was named for him, as is the school's gymnasium. He is currently in his thirteenth year of teaching in a lifelong learning program.

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March 28 - Global Navigation Satellite Systems—GPS Did you know that the world’s first navigation satellite system was developed by the US Navy soon after the first Sputnik was launched in 1957? That proved so useful that the DOD wanted a better and faster system, so the US Air Force developed the Global Positioning System (GPS), and made it available for civilian use, from which we can all benefit. This presentation will give an overview of the history of this technology and a simple description of just how it works. Hint: an atomic clock is the most essential component in each satellite. Additional notes will briefly describe similar systems developed in Russia, China, the European Union, and other countries. Jim Myers - B.S. Pennsylvania State Univ.; M.S., PhD Aerospace Engineering, Univ. of Illinois Jim grew up in Adams County, PA. He worked as an engineer at aerospace companies located in Maryland, California, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania over a 45-year span. After working on GPS-related systems for 20 years, Jim retired from Lockheed Martin Corp. in King of Prussia in 2010. He has taught Lifelong Learning courses in space technology and exploration at OLLI (Widener) and at Immaculata.

April 4 - N.C. Wyeth - An American Artist Who was this complex artist? Come find out what drove him. His family, Chadds Ford, Maine, and of course his art were at the center of his life. During his life time he created over 3,000 paintings and illustrated 112 books. Most notable, Treasure Island. John Meicht - B.S., Masters, West Chester Univ. John is a Vietnam Veteran and a retired educator with 32 years teaching social studies in the Downingtown School district. He is currently teaching at the LifeLong Learning Institute at Immaculata. John is also a docent at the Brandywine Museum of Art.

April 11 - The Roots of Terrorism: The Middle East in Crisis The use of terror is an ancient weapon whose use seems to have increased in our contemporary world. It is relatively easy to examine the history of terrorism; what is often ignored are the conditions that encourage its practice. This presentation will link long-festering, Middle East issues to current political, social and environmental conditions that produce rising chaos in the ancient river valleys that spawned civilization. In the past, the impact of these conditions would remain relatively regional. In the 21st century, regional upheavals produce shock waves that extend around the world and become everyone’s concern. Jeff Heim - B.S., M.A. Pennsylvania State Univ.; M.A. Temple Univ. Fulbright to India; N.E.H. Fellow, Arabic novels in translation; Annenberg Fellow FPRI Institute for Teachers on the Middle East; H.S. Teacher 37 years; Teacher at OLLI and LLI at IU for a combined 9 years.

April 18 - The Music of Leonard Bernstein 2018 is the year the world comes together to celebrate the centennial of Leonard Bernstein (1918–1990). As a composer, conductor, educator, and humanitarian, Bernstein is regarded as a singular figure in American cultural history. Immaculata Symphony music director Joseph Gehring will share a sampling of Bernstein’s works for stage and concert hall. Then, hear the music performed live as the Immaculata Symphony performs their Spring Concert on Saturday, April 21st at 7:30PM.

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Joseph Gehring - B.S. Music Education, M.M. Performance, Orchestral Conducting West Chester Univ. Mr. Joseph Gehring is an associate faculty member and director of ensembles at Immaculata University. Since 2004, Mr. Gehring has worked with the Immaculata Symphony and was appointed music director in 2011. His dynamic leadership has brought innovative programs to Immaculata, including interactive youth programs with a focus on music education for all ages. With an interest in promoting new music as well as cherishing the music of the past, his unique programs represent outstanding music that covers many different genres. In addition to conducting the Symphony Orchestra, he also conducts the University Concert Band and Chamber Ensemble and teaches Music Theory, Conducting, Brass Methods, Secondary Methods, Applied Lessons, Piano Laboratory, Music Technology, Composition, and Orchestration.

April 25 - Lost in Shangri-La On May 13, 1945, twenty-four American service men and WAC’s boarded a transport plane for a sightseeing trip over Shangri-La, a beautiful but mysterious valley deep in the jungle-covered mountains of New Guinea. The pleasure tour suddenly became an unforgettable struggle for survival when the plane crashed into the side of a mountain. Miraculously, three passengers survived-WAC corporal Margaret Hastings, Lieutenant John McCollum, and Sergeant Kenneth Decker. This is the true story of their harrowing hike down the mountainside, their encounter with a primitive tribe of superstitious natives, and their amazing rescue by a determined band of Filipino American paratroopers. Robert Collins - B.S., M.S. Civil Engineering, Villanova Univ.

Bob worked as a registered professional engineer for 45 years at several firms in suburban Philadelphia. Since retiring in 2011, his principal interests have been American history, immigration, current events, sports (especially baseball) and "oldies" music (especially doo-wop). Bob has taught courses on American immigrants and the Great Depression.

Join Our Instructors! Share your knowledge with active adults who are eager to learn. The LifeLong Learning Institute at Immaculata is dedicated to providing active adults with continued intellectual stimulation and enrichment through short courses designed to both inform and entertain. Our instructional family is the heart of who we are and what we do. We are looking always for individuals in our community who would consider teaching, or introduce us to others that may be interested.

Areas of Interest: 

Literature



Science/biology



Cooking



Photography



Active classes

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Arts Art Face to Face Course Registration Number: 10980 Session A Day: Tuesday Time: 2:45 p.m. -3:55 p.m. Before there were landscapes and still lifes in art, there were portraits. This course focuses on how and why artists through the millennia have portrayed their subjects, and will include plenty of contextualizing history. How have portraits changed through time? What functions have portraits performed through the miles and millennia? What is the artist and his/her subject telling us? We will decipher the coded messages in the portrait of a very famous “Princess”, examine a portrait that contained an actual body part of its subject, learn the heartbreaking story of a pair of artists who were star-crossed lovers, and marvel at the secrets of a world-famous double portrait, among many others. Jaan Troltenier B.A. Spanish & Latin, Univ. of Tennessee at Chattanooga; M.A. Linguistics, Louisiana State Univ. A well-respected former Latin instructor, Jaan has honed her interactive presentation technique by spending over a decade as an art history docent. She regularly appears at OLLI, local schools, libraries, and retirement communities, as well as regional Civil War roundtables. A habitué of art museums in the US and Europe, she combines a love of research with a passion for art history. She draws upon her interests in history and love of language to create her lectures, which are painstakingly researched and full of vivid stories of artists and their times. Art in the Civil War Course Registration Number: 10979 Session B Day: Tuesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. We all remember learning about the Civil War in high school history class. In this class, we will examine what the images of this critical period in American history looked like. Artworks are primary sources, just as diaries, newspaper articles and books. What can the art of the Civil War period tell us about how Americans viewed this war? We will look at the roles of women, examine slavery and its terrible human costs, and investigate the paintings of two seminal artists of the period. Our focus will be paintings, but we will also delve into popular art of the time, as well as photography. In addition, we will look at the art created on both sides of the Mason-Dixon Line. How does a painting of icebergs relate to the Civil War? What famous French artist painted a Civil War battle scene? How were women involved in the War? Sign up and find out…

Jaan Troltenier (See previous course listing above)

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*New* Ceramic Bowl Making Course Registration Number: 11016 Session A Day: Monday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:55 p.m. This 5-week workshop will focus on techniques in construction of fired ceramic bowls. Participants will have the opportunity to review fundamentals of working in clay including wedging, forming, decoration, and glazing. Techniques of pinch, slab, and wheel throwing will be covered. Participants will have the choice of which technique(s) they wish to implement in creating finished products of several bowls and other vessels. Final session will provide critique/review and application of new learning. (There is a $30 materials fee for this class which must be brought to the first class for the instructor to collect). Thomas Hopkinson Worchester Art Museum School; Art Institute of Philadelphia Tom has worked in construction, steel fabrication, fine arts picture framing, and professional photography. In returning to his first love of sculpting, working in stone, ceramic, bronze, and wood, Tom continually challenges himself, seeking to capture form, movement, personality, and natural beauty, which bring each of his unique works to life. Tom also occasionally incorporates steel manipulation techniques in his work. He has exhibited his work at a number of shows and galleries; he has also taught sculpture classes in conjunction with Pleasant View Farm in Douglassville, PA. *New* Greeting Cards and Envelopes Course Registration Number: 11014 Session B Day: Wednesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. More often than not these days, we receive our greetings, birthday wishes and condolences by email. Wouldn't it be nice to send a real card- a handmade card - once in a while? This class will give you the tools to create several kinds of greeting cards and envelopes with tools you probably already have on hand. Students will need to bring pencil, ruler, scissors, glue stick and any decorative papers you may have. The rest of the materials will be provided for a small fee. Tracy Massey B.A. Psychology, Rosemont College; Student of calligraphy for 40 years with various national and international instructors Former Chester County Treasurer 1991-2002; Chester County Dept. of Computer Information Services 2004-2007; Instructor, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 2010-2014. *New* Happy Birthday, Leonard Bernstein Course Registration Number: 10992 Session A Day: Thursday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m.

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The year 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of Leonard Bernstein (8/25/1918- 10/14/1990). He was a conductor, composer, teacher, pianist, humanitarian, and one of the first conductors born and educated in the United States to achieve international acclaim. In this class, we will examine the life and works of the Maestro, from his debut in 1943, as the conductor of the New York Philharmonic, to his Young People's Concerts, the many works for the theater, his classical and sacred compositions, and, finally, to one of his last concerts in 1989, at the fall of the Berlin Wall. His status as our most gifted and charismatic music communicator has yet to be challenged. Patricia Garver B.S. Business/Liberal Arts, Neumann Univ.; M.S. Pastoral Counseling, Neumann Univ. In addition to her B.S. and M.S. degrees, Patricia is a nationally certified clinical counselor with certificates in body-mind-spirit life coaching, and music and sound healing. She has been on the adjunct faculty of Widener and Neumann Universities, as well as, Community College of Philadelphia. She has had many years of classical voice training, with an extensive background in local theater and choral singing. Currently, she is a member of the resident chorus of The Philly Pops and Media Chamber Chorale. Heroes and Villains Course Registration Number: 10996 10 Weeks Day: Thursday Time: 12:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Many of our most popular films feature a virtuous “good guy” and a truly villainous scoundrel. We will look at a few that make for memorable viewing. The titles of the movies will be announced in the opening class, please do not call or email with this question. Michael Simeone M.Ed. Secondary Education, Temple Univ.; A.B. History, Ohio Univ. Michael’s career in education started as a high school social studies teacher in the Philadelphia public schools. He was a member of the faculty in the College of Education at Temple University, and the College of Arts and Sciences at Widener University. He also served as a program administrator at Glassboro State College, and was a management consultant for 22 years with Achieve Global. He has completed doctoral course-work in History at Temple University. For the past 8 years, he has been teaching history and film courses in the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Temple and Widener. Hollywood and Wars Course Registration Number: 11000 Session B Day: Monday Time: 1:15 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Ever since the movie Wings, a story about combat pilots in World War I, won the first Academy Award in 1927, war has been a favorite genre among movie-going audiences. Some war movies are fiction, some depict real wartime events, and others are a combination of both. In this course we will show and discuss five classic war movies. They are: The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957), The Great Escape (1963), Tora Tora Tora (1970), Platoon (1986) and Saving Private Ryan (1998).

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George Falk B.S., Delaware State Univ. George was born and raised in France. He is fluent in French, and has taught at the high school level. He often teaches LLI courses in French subjects. One of his other major interests is classic movies. Paper Mache for Adults-Beginners to Intermediate Levels Course Registration Number: 11015 10 Weeks Day: Tuesday Time: 9:15 a.m.-10:25 a.m.

Learn to make sculptures out of paper mache. Two beginning and intermediate projects will be completed and no experience is necessary. The first project is planned; the second will be a sculpture of your own design. We will cover everything from the basic armature to using paper mache clays, and finish by painting and varnishing. This is not your kindergarten paper mache! A fee of $5.00 will be needed for supplies and should be brought to the first class for the instructor to collect. Members should know that the class will not be a gluten free environment as cooking flour is used as a crafting materials. Eileen Gallagher R.N. Bryn Mawr Hospital School of Nursing; various art classes; Member of Immaculata Univ. Sculpture Group Eileen is an RN by profession, and a caregiver by trade. She has explored art in several mediums. Eileen has participated in the following art shows: Daylesford Abbey art show 2013-2017, Television: The First Golden Age Course Registration Number: 11020 Session A Day: Monday Time: 2:45 p.m. -4:30p.m.

Members can register for Session A, Session B or both.

Course Registration Number: 11031 Session B Day: Monday Time: 2:45 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Long ago, TV and theater collaborated in producing many memorable productions, which have been hidden in vaults and forgotten. Come see the originals. Discover the background stories. Selections include- Judgement at Nuremberg, The Crucible, Harvey, and Victoria Regina-all original casts! Neal Newman B.A. Theater, San Francisco State Univ.; M.F.A Directing, Carnegie Mellon Univ.; M.A.B Education, Cabrini College Over the past 40 years, Neal has directed over 100 productions, which include, Shakespeare, dramas, musicals and opera. He trained as an actor with ACT San Francisco, and studied directing at Carnegie Mellon and The Guthrie Theater. He has taught film courses at many colleges over the past 20 years. Additionally, he has taught Nazi Film and Joyce's Ulysses courses.

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*New* The Art of Perspective Made Simple Course Registration Number: 11021 Session A Day: Monday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Learn perspective as a tool in the art world and in your daily life. Learn about the vanishing point, eye level, focal points, and the horizon, and their relationship to art and your visual center of interests. Tom McNeil B.F.A. (one credit short) Univ. of Chicago Art Institute and Trinity Univ., Villanova Marketing Tom attended The Univ. of Chicago Art Institute, as well as, Trinity University in his quest for a BFA with a minor in business. Tom spent his business life with GE, Schick and Proctor Silex in sales and marketing positions. His last position was with Product Source as CEO. Watercolor all levels Course Registration Number: 11013 10 Weeks Day: Wednesday Time: 9:15 a.m. -12:05 p.m.

Have an open wall space? Let's fill it with something beautiful and personal! Open to all levels from beginner to expert painters. This class will teach color, technique, and composition. Individualized instruction and critique. One week prior to the start of class registered members will receive a materials list which they must pick up independently prior to the start of class. The estimated cost of materials for the class is $100 (It is recommended you use coupons at Michael’s). Many of the materials purchased can be used multiple times and in future classes. Class size is limited to 18. Robyn Lebovitz BFA Painting, Tyler School of Fine Art; MEd Art Education, Temple Univ. Robyn taught in Philadelphia Public Schools, Neshaminy, and Upper Dublin. She was a substitute art teacher at Great Valley, Phoenixville, West Chester and Downingtown School Districts. Robyn has exhibited in many juried shows in the Chester County area. She continues to paint and create art. *New* Your First Time Opera Experience - Make It a Pleasant One Course Registration Number: 11018 10 Weeks Day: Monday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Opera has existed for over four hundred years, and is performed in a vast array of operatic styles in theaters all over the world. So how does the newcomer, or minimally experienced enthusiast, choose the right opera to make a trip to the theater memorable? Come to this class where we will explore some of the standard “hits” from the opera repertoire, with an eye towards insuring that your first experience with opera will be a great one! If you are a seasoned opera fanatic, come to this class and share your perspective on your own opera-going experiences.

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Bill Palmerio M.B.A., Drexel Univ.; B.A. Mus., Temple Univ.; M.M., Temple Univ. Bill is retired from a thirty-year career as a financial systems analyst and database application developer in the health insurance industry. Long before his corporate working life, he attended music school, studying classical vocal music and opera. Music appreciation continues to be a significant part of his retirement life. Bill’s particular musical genre interests include opera, classical art songs, musical theater and, above all, The Great American Songbook.

Current Events & Discussion Current Events Forum Course Registration Number: 11004 10 Weeks Day: Thursday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. This course will provide a moderator-led open forum to discuss current topics of interest to the class. The moderator will propose topics, and the class will suggest topics. The topics are typically in the areas of national politics, international events, and diplomacy. The discussions are always lively and informative. Tony Meluskey B.A. Physics, West Chester Univ.; M.S. Computer Science, Villanova Univ. Tony has moderated this course since fall 2012. He has taught other courses at the National Cryptologic School, UCAL Berkley professional extension, Delaware County Community College, and various training courses for RCA, GE, Lockheed-Martin, CSC, UNISYS, and Anderson Consulting. Tony spent 42 years as a software engineer, project/program engineer, and systems engineer. He also worked in project management and management, and served as a consultant in aerospace and government contracting. The Ever Changing World of Sports Course Registration Number: 11042 10 Weeks Day: Wednesday Time: 10:35 a.m.-11:45 a.m. This course will examine some "hot button" issues in sports. It will take a look at how the sports landscape has changed through the years and its impact on fans. Famous local sports personalities will be special guests during the course. Previous guests include Pete Rose, Vince Papale, Merrill Reese, Dick Vermeil and many others. CLASS MEETS 10:35-11:45am. Bill Werndl St. Joseph's Univ. Bill had a distinguished 45-year career in broadcast radio that included work in Sports Talk Radio in Philadelphia and San Diego. He currently works for ESPN College Football broadcasts, and hosts The Sports Chatter of Chester County on WCHE. He hosts a sports talk program in Levittown and appears on Comcast TV's Full Contact. He is an NFL contributor to the Draft Show on WBCB Radio, a station owned by Merrill Reese, voice of the Eagles.

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Forgiveness: The Best Revenge Course Registration Number: 10966 Session A Day: Monday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. This course will explain how “giving the gift” of forgiveness benefits both the forgiver and the forgiven. Practical ways to provide the enemy with the “medicine of mercy” will be explored. The course springs from Biblical, Theological, and Pastoral foundations. Sr. J. Sheila IHM M.A., Religious Studies, St. Charles Seminary; STL/STD, Angelicum, Rome Since my Dad was in the Army, I was blessed to live in many parts of the United States, as well as, Turkey and Taiwan. Memories of teaching in the Elementary (First Grade!) and High School arena bring me joy. I am a member of Univ. Faculty for Life and the Mariological Society of America. I have been a member of the Immaculata Theology Department for the past 27 years. Healthcare Reform Course Registration Number: 10965 10 Weeks Day: Wednesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Did the US really need healthcare reform? How did Obamacare become a law? What was it intended to do? What happened at implementation – Good, bad and very, very bad. Did it improve healthcare access? How many uninsured got coverage? How many really lost their insurance? How many got subsidies and how many just got higher premiums? Were there measures to reduce cost or improve quality? How had it worked thru Jan 2017? What have been the effects of the change in administration? Where are we going from here? Both liberals and conservatives are invited for exciting discussions. David Matz B.S., Ch.E., Univ. of Pennsylvania; M.S., Ph.D., Univ. of Wisconsin David spent 35 years as a Research Engineer and Manager with DuPont. He specialized in how processes interacted and in trouble shooting to fix them when they didn’t work right. Since starting semiretirement, he has begun to focus his energy on scientific and medical political issues, where he hears a lot of talking heads on the extremes of the arguments, but not much fair and balanced discussion. Philosophy-Wonder and Speculation Course Registration Number: 10993 Session B Day: Thursday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

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"For it was wonder that made men first start to philosophize and still makes them today..." (Aristotle). Perhaps the highest and freest activity of this ancient discipline is that of pure speculation, the activity by which free persons ask questions out of wonder that have nothing to do with basic necessities of life. In fact, only after those necessities have been met, can we move on to this level of thinking. This course is meant for those who now have the leisure to explore questions that have nothing to do with utilitarian ends- what has been called "thinking as an end in itself" an activity most suited for rational human beings. Through discussion we will bring up issues that may not have occurred to us since childhood. (No need to have taken the fall 2017 course since there is no sequence involved. Bill Reinsmith M.A. English, Villanova Univ.; D.A., Carnegie Mellon Univ. Bill is a retired professor who has taught various humanities courses for over three decades at the Univ. of the Sciences in Philadelphia. What Makes Good People Do Evil Things? Course Registration Number: 10967 Session A Day: Monday Time: 2:45 p.m. -3:55 p.m. What happens before two upper middle class suburban boys enter their school and shoot dozens of their classmates? What explains why US soldiers tortured and brutalized prisoners at Abu Ghraib? Why are people more likely to film a sexual assault than to try to stop it? What makes good people do bad things? This class will consider social science research over the last 50 years that provides important insight into how and why these kinds of things happen. Jean Ann Linney Ph.D., Univ. of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Jean Ann has taught psychology courses at the university level for nearly 40 years. She’s published research on violent and anti-social behavior, and studied programs designed to prevent it. This is her third year as an LLI member.

Health & Well Being Health 411: Your Plan For Living Well Course Registration Number: 11023 Session: B Day: Tuesday Time: 9:15 a.m.-10:25 a.m. The lifestyle decisions you make every day can influence your overall health. The good news is, you don't have to change everything at the same time. The trick with making healthy choices is taking small and steady steps each day. Come learn about the changes you can make to help you build and maintain a healthier and positive way of life. Class topics include: Good nutrition and health aging, plant-based eating, sleep strategies, effects of happiness and positivity, and simple health changes for lowered risk of disease, diabetes and cancer. This class is offered in partnership with the University of Pennsylvania and taught by Chester County Hospital's registered nurses, health educators and registered dieticians.

19 /// Spring 2018 Program Guide /// LifeLong Learning Institute *New* The Best Ways To Manage Stress Course Registration Number: 10971 Session A Day: Wednesday Time: 2:45 p.m. -3:55 p.m. Stress is the body's natural reaction to changes in our lives. In this class, you will learn progressive muscle relaxation, deeper relaxation techniques, breathing exercises, present time awareness, mindfulness, meditation, guided imagery, creative visualizations, mental exercises, anchors, and dissociation techniques to manage daily stress, relax, and sleep better. Tony Longobardi Tony is board certified in Clinical Hypnotism through the National Guild of Hypnotists, which has over 10,000 members. He does annual continuing education to maintain his training at a high level. Memory Games Course Registration Number: 11017 10 Weeks Day: Tuesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

This class will keep your imagination sharp and your memory even sharper. Memory is more than just a collection of thoughts captured during a lifetime of experiences. Continuously employing strategies to improve memory can inspire the ways we communicate, socialize, and view the world in which we live. Each week this class will use fun games, challenges, memorization, team exercises, and imagination skills, in order to stimulate brain areas, examine the processes of recall, and focus on creating positive patterns in the way we live. This fun course improves the overall processing power of the brain and enhances memory retention. Thomas McNellis B.A., M.B.A., Temple Univ.; M.Eng., Pennsylvania State Univ.; M.S., Univ. of Pennsylvania Tom worked as a government contractor for 28 years. He was a consultant for MITRE (Massachusetts Institute of Technology Digital Research Laboratory), taught at Drexel University and The University of Bradford (UK), and is currently the President of Memory Matters. *New* Preserve and Improve Your Memory Course Registration Number: 11022 Session B Day: Monday Time: 9:15 a.m.-10:25 a.m. Memory is not a fixed skill and can be improved even as you get older. Students will learn how memory works, tips and techniques on how to improve memory, and how to remember specific items such as lists, directions, phone numbers, names and faces. The focus of this course will be on learning proven techniques used by world memory champions, such as association, chunking, acronyms, acrostics, peg lists and memory palaces. Brain health and Alzheimer’s disease prevention will also be covered.

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David Beruh B.A., Gettysburg College David is a graduate of Gettysburg College and former US Army Intelligence officer. He began avidly studying memory improvement 5 years ago. He has taught memory at Mainline Night School, online at www.edusmart.com and the Golden Slipper Center for Seniors. Through his study of memory, he has been able to memorize a complete deck of cards in order after one sighting, every US President’s date of birth and death, the order and date of admission of each US State and more. Silver Age Yoga Course Registration Number: 11006 10 Weeks Day: Thursday Time: 2:45 p.m. - 3:55p.m. Course Registration Number: 11007 10 Weeks Day: Tuesday Time: 2:45p.m. - 3:55p.m.

Members can register for Tuesday or Thursday class. If there is still space available before the semester begins members can register for both classes.

Yoga is a healthy discipline good for improving flexibility, balance and posture. This class will use seated chair and chair supported postures to improve your mental and physical well-being. Men and women can benefit from improving their mind- body connection. Roberta Matz B.A., Univ. of Pennsylvania; B.H.L., Gratz College; M.A., Univ. of Wisconsin Roberta was a classroom teacher for 30 years, teaching French and Hebrew languages, and Judaic studies in public and private schools. Later, Roberta worked for the Jewish Federations of Greater Philadelphia and Delaware, where she concentrated on Jewish Life and learning, and community development and outreach. She has practiced yoga for 15 years and loves sharing it with others. *New* The Science of Sleep Course Registration Number: 10988 Session A Day: Wednesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. In this session we will explore the most current scientific information on why and how we sleep; physiological and environmental problems with sleep; sleep aid pros and cons; sleep hygiene; and newly discovered ramifications of long term sleep deprivation. Sandra Wollenberg M.S.N. Family Nurse Practitioner, Univ. of Massachusetts; B.S.N., Fitchburg State College Sandra is a retired family nurse practitioner with over 30 years of clinical practice in multiple areas of nursing. She served as an assistant professor and/or preceptor at New Mexico State University, Arizona State University, University of Connecticut, and University of Massachusetts.

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Wellbeing Workshop Course Registration Number: 10973 Session B Day: Tuesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Join us as we discuss challenges to wellbeing and strategies to deal with them. Specific topics to be discussed will be chosen based upon input from participants. Discussions may relate to topics such as managing stress, developing resilience, handling emotions, caring for health, coping with change, thriving in retirement, and nurturing relationships.

Bill Broadwater B.A., Pennsylvania State Univ., M.S., Hawthorn Univ. Bill is certified in life and wellness coaching and has pursued studies in positive psychology and the science of happiness. Bill has worked with many groups on enhancing happiness and resilience and has led a number of discussion groups addressing issues of special concern to seniors. Bill’s major interests include wellbeing education, Stoic philosophy, and cognitive behavior therapy.

History 1945-1960 Course Registration Number: 11001 Session B Day: Thursday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

Members can register for Tuesday or Thursday class.

Course Registration Number: 11025 Session B Day: Tuesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

This period of U.S. History is synonymous with the many crises of today. We struggled with the Cold War with the Soviet Union which became the Hot War in Korea. There was a major upset in the 1948 Presidential election when Truman defeated Dewey whom all the polls had declared the winner. Racial tensions were inflamed by the Brown vs. Board of Education Supreme Court decision concerning school integration. The eight years of Eisenhower administration saw a relative calm in domestic affairs, however, the defeat of the French in far-off Indo-China (Viet Nam) was a warning of things to come. Ross Kershey B.A., Temple Univ. Ross taught American history at Coatesville High school for 42 years. He also coached basketball for 28 years and track for 18 years. He was the first teacher to receive the "Educator of the Year" award, and upon his retirement, that award was named for him, as is the school's gymnasium. He is currently in his thirteenth year of teaching in a lifelong learning program. A History Of Medicines Course Registration Number: 10978 Session A Day: Wednesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. This course will describe the evolution of traditional and modern pharmaceuticals, grouped by product applications: cardiovascular, infectious disease, internal medicine, and other leading categories.

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Robert Smith B.S., Loyola Univ.; M.A., Temple Univ.; M.B.A., Temple Univ.; Dean's Professor, Univ. of the Sciences; Invited Lecturer, Cornell and Univ. of Pennsylvania (Wharton), OLLI Instructor since 2013 Robert Smith is a retired Director of Strategic Planning at GlaxoSmithKline, former Vice President of Pharmaceutical Consulting Consortium International and past Editor-in-Chief with Dorland Healthcare Information. American Jewish History 1880-1925 Course Registration Number: 10999 Session A Day: Wednesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. We will look at the German Jews who “made it” by the 1880s and the “huddled masses yearning to be free” coming from Eastern Europe, and the effect these groups had on our American society. We will learn about the impact this mass immigration had on our country. Roberta Matz (See previous course listing p. 20) American Presidents - Up Close And Personal Course Registration Number: 10970 Session A Day: Wednesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. This course will include Presidential medical histories, their women (not just first ladies), and their common characteristics. In addition, other footnotes and trivia will be presented. Robert Smith (see previous course listing above) Aviation History: Quest for Speed Course Registration Number: 10972 Session B Day: Monday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. This course will trace the history of aviation through the quest for speed. We will discuss the influence of air races (MacRobertson Air Race and the Schneider Trophy Air Races) on aircraft design, as well as the invention of the gas turbine engine, which introduced a step change in the speeds that aircraft could attain. We will examine how the introduction of the swept wing configuration added a speed advantage that sometimes made the difference between a good aircraft design and a great one. We will look at how pushing the quest for speed boundaries resulted in failure, such as the Convair 990.

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Robert Cockfield B.A.Sc., Aeronautical Engineering, Univ. of Toronto; M.S., Engineering Science, Pennsylvania State Univ. Robert retired after fifty years of engineering experience in the aircraft and aerospace industries. His experience includes work as an experimental flight test engineer, structural analyst, designer, and manager. His work covered a variety of projects, including commercial jetliners, supersonic fighters and bombers, surveillance satellites, communication satellites, and interplanetary spacecraft. He was the lead designer of the largest wind turbine generator for NASA’s Tektite underwater habitat, and of the radioisotope thermoelectric generator used to power spacecraft on missions to Jupiter, Saturn, and Pluto. Civil War Prisons: Beyond the Numbers Course Registration Number: 11002 Session B Day: Wednesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. When the Civil War began, most people expected that it would not last for very long. During the first two years of the war, prisoner exchanges were common. Eventually, provisions had to be made for housing large numbers of prisoners. Between 1863 and the end of the war in 1865, more than 400,000 prisoners were detained in nearly 150 different prisons in the North and South. More than 56,000 prisoners died, either from exposure or from a variety of diseases. Many of the prisons will be described and discussed in some detail, including, of course, the infamous Andersonville. Robert Collins B.S., M.S. Civil Engineering, Villanova Univ. Bob worked as a registered professional engineer for 45 years at several firms in suburban Philadelphia. Since retiring in 2011, his principal interests have been American history, immigration, current events, sports (especially baseball) and "oldies" music (especially doo-wop). Bob has taught courses on American immigrants and the Great Depression. Constitution of the United States Course Registration Number: 10987 Session A Day: Wednesday Time: 2:45 p.m. -3:55 p.m. This course is an exploration of the ideas that led to the creation of the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution’s structure, internal logic and relationship to documents such as the Federalist Papers that expand the interpretation of its content. This course will analyze the basic Constitution, the Bill of Rights and all subsequent amendments. Philip G. Duffy B.A., Rutgers Univ. Phil Duffy is a software architect with an interest in constitutions, economics and history.

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Five Big American Building Projects Course Registration Number: 11010 Session A Day: Monday Time: 9:15 a.m.-10:25 a.m. Each class will discuss a great building project. Each will concentrate on the political and economic issues more than on the engineering. The projects will be: 1- The transcontinental railroad, 2- The Panama Canal, 3-The Golden Gate Bridge, 4- The Hoover Dam, and 5- The Interstate Highway.

Paul Mattheiss B.A., M.S., Chemical Engineering, Univ. of Delaware Paul’s area of expertise includes science, technology, math, computers, as well as, US and world history. He was a computer instructor from 1963-1967, and a computer system engineer at Sun Oil, from 1962 through 1990. In the mid 1990’s, Paul taught chemistry and general science in two high schools and has taught lifelong learning classes in multiple local programs. Five Big Non-American Building Projects Course Registration Number: 11011 Session A Day: Monday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Each class will discuss a great International building project. Each will concentrate on the political and economic issues more than on the engineering. The following projects will be discussed: 1- The Suez Canal, 2- The Trans-Siberian Railroad, 3- The ‘Chunnel’, 4- The Concorde plane, and 5- The Three Gorges Dam. Paul Mattheiss (see bio. above) John and Abigail Adams Course Registration Number: 11024 Session B Day: Tuesday Time: 9:15 a.m.-10:25 a.m. John and Abigail Adams were the first "power" couple in American politics. John was one of the Founding Fathers and the second President of the United States. Abigail was his wife and closest adviser. Their correspondence sheds much light on the events surrounding the birth of our nation. Join us to better understand this dynamic couple! Gerald McNeff B.A. Mathematics, LaSalle Univ.; M.B.A., Western New England Univ. Gerald’s business career was spent with General Electric, Martin Marietta, and Lockheed Martin. His career experience progressed from a systems analyst in the Engineering organization, to serving as a Vice President of Finance.

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Modern Day Understanding of Gita Course Registration Number: 11008 10 Weeks Day: Wednesday Time: 2:45 p.m. -3:55 p.m. Gita is a scripture of Hindu philosophy, and represents a symbolic picture of life's incessant battle and the dynamics of spiritual life. It is a dialogue between Arjun, the chief warrior and his charioteer Krishna, before the start of the Mahabharata war. This course is not about validating the historicity or the timeline as to when it exactly happened. We will discuss the core basic understanding of the universal realities of life. There are 18 chapters and 700 verses in Gita. We will discuss all the chapters as it relates to modern era. Our soul must face the contending forces of darkness and light in the battlefield of our daily life. Raman Patel B.S. Mechanical Engineering, SPU (India); MS Engineering Management, City Univ. of New York. PE in NY and PA (inactive). Third Place Chess Champion in NY (1976). Raman has 40 years of engineering experience in design and construction management of buildings, bridges, tracks and signal for the public transportation industry. The Revolutionary War Course Registration Number: 10997 Session A Day: Thursday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

Members can register for the Tuesday or Thursday class.

Course Registration Number: 10998 Session A Day: Tuesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m.

The triumph of America in the Revolutionary War was a tribute to the leadership of George Washington. He was able to maintain and succeed with an army that faced unbelievable obstacles yet managed to emerge victorious. The assistance given by France was invaluable in the war's outcome. The United States was blessed with a generation of outstanding leaders both on the field of battle and on the home front. The victory over the world's greatest military power was a tribute to the determination and will of the American people. Ross Kershey (see pervious course listing pg. 21)

The United States Civil War: A Study in Strategy Course Registration Number: 11019 10 Weeks Day: Tuesday Time: 9:15 a.m.-10:25 a.m. Why did the Southern States (who formed the Confederacy) fail to win their independence from the United States? Why, with all of its advantages, did the Union take so long to crush the rebellion? This course will examine the strategic decisions made by the political and military leaders on the opposing sides that determined the course of events between 1861 and 1865, producing this country’s bloodiest conflict. Paul Walsh B.A. Political Science, West Chester Univ.; M.A. Military and Diplomatic History, Temple Univ. Paul taught as an adjunct history instructor at Delaware County Community College for nine years (19992009). He currently teaches for a number of Adult Education programs. As an independent scholar, Paul continues to present papers for conferences and publish articles.

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The United States Constitution Course Registration Number: 10995 10 Weeks Day: Monday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. The United States Constitution is the fundamental law of the land, yet many citizens know very little about the document. We will review the unique individuals and events that helped shape our early history, and gain a better understanding of the events that led to and shaped the adoption of our Constitution and the formation of our government. Additionally, we will examine the three branches of the government and their powers, roles and responsibilities. Barbara Anne Falini B.A., M.A., West Chester Univ.; M.A., Villanova Univ. Barbara Falini was a classroom teacher in the West Chester Area School District for 42 years in the fields of Economics and Government. During that time, she was actively involved in curriculum development, monitoring new teachers and advising the student government. Barbara received two National Science Foundation (NSF) grants to study Economics and Sociology as well as honors for developing curriculum in Economics. She was nominated for Pennsylvania’s "Teacher of the Year" award. Since her retirement as a classroom teacher, she has taught a number of courses at the Academy for Learning in Retirement, OLLI, a number of retirement homes and now LLI. Women Airforce Service Pilots – WASP Course Registration Number: 10977 10 Weeks Day: Tuesday Time: 2:45 p.m. -3:55 p.m. In 1942, the United States faced a severe shortage of pilots. Leaders gambled on an experimental program to help fill the void: train women to fly military aircraft so male pilots could be released for combat duty overseas. WASP flew every aircraft in the Army’s arsenal. This course will look at the history of WASP (and their missions). We will meet several of the 1,102 women who participated, including the 38 who died in service. The last class will include clips of the 2010 rewarding of the Congressional Gold Medal to WASP members. Karen Meinersmann B.S., M.S. Mathematics and Statistics, Wichita State Univ.; ABD Industrial Engineering/Human Factors, Texas A&M Karen began her career as the third female engineer in Intel and spent many years in semiconductor testing. Her interest in the interaction between technology and humans led her to the area of User Experience Engineering where she finished her technical career. She enjoys helping others with what has become almost necessary computer usage in today’s world. Karen’s other interests include, sharing the significant achievements of women, design of everyday things, and airplanes-the latter from growing up as an Air Force “Brat”.

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Literature *New* An American Master: Kent Haruf Course Registration Number: 10974 Session B Day: Wednesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Why is it that novelist Kent Haruf is so beloved by his readers and so admired by critics? His writing has been described as "tough, gorgeous language" and as "beautifully restrained". His British publisher said that in creating the loose trilogy of the novels-Plainsong, Eventide, and Benediction- Haruf had "produced one of the masterpieces of contemporary American fiction.” We will explore two of those novels, Plainsong and Eventide. Please obtain both books and read Plainsong before the first class. Sharon Nelton A.B. Journalism, Univ. of Miami A career journalist and editor, Sharon has worked for The Detroit Free Press, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and Nation's Business magazine. The author of several nonfiction books, she studied literature at the graduate level at Michigan State University.

*New* English Romantic Poetry Course Registration Number: 10991 10 Weeks Day: Wednesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. This poetry course includes a brief biography of the major romantic poets, plus a selection from the most famous writings of each of poet. The class will discuss some of the poets featured in English Romantic Poetry: An Anthology by William Blake and William Wordsworth ( the book can be purchased on amazon.com for $6.00).

Kathleen Moran B.A. English; published poetry in literature journals Kathleen most recently taught American Poetry for LLI at IU. Previously, she was involved in marketing for retirement communities, served as President of a marketing communications firm, and as editor for Data General’s education division. Road Trips and Sacred Quests - The Literature and Experience of Travel Course Registration Number: 10968 Session A Day: Tuesday Time: 2:45 p.m.. -3:55 p.m.

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Throughout history, travel literature has been a popular genre enjoyed by seasoned road trippers and armchair travelers alike. In this class, students will read selected sections from a diverse set of essays and novels, then participate in lively, open-ended discussion about their contents. Each week will have a theme, such as road tripping, pilgrimage and sacred quest, personal growth, women travel writers, and historic exploration. Students are additionally encouraged to share their own experiences of memorable journeys and favorite ways to travel. Possible authors include Mark Twain, Jack Kerouac, Ursula LeGuin, John Steinbeck, Robert Pirsig, Rebecca Solnit, Geoffrey Chaucer, Paul Theroux, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark, and Dayton Duncan, as well as other lesser known writers and selections from the New York Times or similar sources. Paul Kelley B.A, Geography and Environmental Studies, Macalester College, St. Paul, MN; M.A., Ph.D., Geography, Univ. of Nebraska-Lincoln Paul Kelley has been reading books, poring over maps, and exploring places for most of his life. After completing the coursework for a major in geography and a minor in English at Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota, he spent another decade earning graduate degrees from the Univ. of Nebraska. During this time, he also taught geography classes and explored the Midwest and Great Plains. In 2007, he returned to the east coast and began creating courses for local lifelong learning venues, including Haverford Township Adult School, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, and the Lifelong Learning Institute at Immaculata University.

The French Lieutenant's Woman Course Registration Number: 10989 10 Weeks Day: Thursday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Popular with the public, yet praised by the critics, this 1969 novel is a Victorian-style love story told from a contemporary viewpoint. Ever challenging the reader, Post-Modernist writer, John Fowles, gave us three endings from which to choose. The course will finish with a viewing of the movie. Please read the first three chapters.

Terry Smallacombe B.A., Human Communication, English literature (minor), Douglas College at Rutgers Univ.; Graduate studies in the Writers Program, Georgetown Univ. She has taught literature to lifelong learners since 2004. *New* The Writing Adventure Course Registration Number: 11032 Session B Day: Wednesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. How often I've heard “I'm not a writer”; “ I mean to keep a journal, but I just don't”; “If I wrote a letter to the editor, I'd say … ”; “Write a poem?! I'm not a poet!”

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All the wisdom, experiences, questions we gather as we gather years should be shared as a gift to others and to ourselves. According to Maya Angelou “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” Why suffer? In class we will experience language: its colors, its music, its flow, and, yes, even its rules. You will be free to choose your genre, and then share your writing during workshops with classmates. Be brave. Dare to be immersed in the adventure of your own written word. Nancy Rosenberger BA Pennsylvania State Univ.; MA West Chester Univ. An English teacher for 35 years, Nancy has taught both high school and college students. She received awards for teaching, as well as, two NEA grants to study literature. Courses taught include Quakerism, Women in Fiction, Poetry, Critical/Creative Thinking, and most recently Ransom (Iliad) and Annie Dillard.

Science & Technology At Ease with Your Computer Course Registration Number: 10963 10 Weeks Day: Tuesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Are you a newcomer to computers? Do you use just a few features, such as email and games, and would like to do more? We will look at the basics of the Personal Computer (PC), and move to using the internet, with a strong emphasis on Search. We will look at customizing Window’s appearance, social networking, keeping a calendar, organizing files, and more. Student input will help determine course content. You will get plenty of practice in the classroom to become “At Ease with Your Computer”. (For PC run by Windows not for Apple products). Karen Meinersmann (See previous course listing p. 26) E-mail and Photography Course Registration Number: 10981 10 Weeks Day: Monday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Learn to use email for communication, as well as how to open and send photographs. We will discuss how to organize your photos in an orderly manner from your camera, iPhone and computer. Gerald Altus A.B. Univ. of Pennsylvania Gerry taught at Haverford Township Library, at Ardmore Library, and he has directed professional staff development at Widener University for 10 years. Additionally, Gerry has taught courses on a number of cruises.

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*New* Microsoft Word Course Registration Number: 10984 Session A Day: Wednesday Time: 9:15 a.m.-10:25 a.m. A word processor is indispensable in today’s world for anyone who creates documents, be it for work, school, or household correspondence. Learn how to use the world’s most popular word processing application to make your life easier when it comes to creating a variety of documents like letters, flyers, memos, resumes, reports and mailing labels. Become familiar with the most important concepts of Word, including creating, saving, and printing documents, editing text, spelling and grammar check, formatting, thesaurus, tables, opening an existing document and finding and replacing text. Dan Tieri B.S. Secondary Education, M.S. Instructional Technology, West Chester Univ.; Instructional Technology Specialist & Master’s Equivalency, Commonwealth of PA Dan has been an Educator for the past 45 years, 38 years as a teacher, Library Media Specialist, and Technology Integration Specialist for the Coatesville Area School District. While working as the Technology Integration Specialist on the high school campus he served as a technology mentor and coach in the “Classrooms for the Future” initiative. Concurrently, Dan has taught technology related courses as an Adjunct Instructor at West Chester, Penn State, Drexel, and Neumann Universities. In addition to a wide variety of projects and consulting activities, Dan consults as an instructor for business applications training for a local software training company. Directions in USA Energy & Climate Policies Course Registration Number: 11009 Session B Day: Thursday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m.

Energy policy decisions affect everything from household budgets and driving costs, to geo-political, national security and military considerations. In this course, we will summarize and discuss major energy and climate-change policy changes that were put in place since the 2016 presidential election. We will provide an up-to-date survey of the US current energy fuels’ situation – fossil fuels, nuclear, and renewables – as a backdrop for this policy discussion. Robert Hewitt B.Ch E., Villanova Univ.; Graduate Studies at Widener, Villanova and West Chester Universities Bob brings 34 years of petroleum industry and consulting experience to his courses, with exposure to broad areas of energy economics, energy policy, and federal regulations, including environmental regulations currently administered or proposed by EPA. He has taught several well-received OLLI courses dealing with energy supply and demand, economics, and climate-change.

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*New* Present Something Memorable with PowerPoint Course Registration Number: 10986 Session B Day: Wednesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Learn how to create dynamic, interactive presentations that will engage your audience using PowerPoint. PowerPoint is a complete presentation application that enables you to produce professional-looking presentations and then deliver your presentation to an audience. Use it to take any presentation from average to outstanding. Students taking this basic PowerPoint course will be able to open and run a presentation, create a basic presentation and add content, arrange, insert, and delete slides, and apply templates and design themes. Also, learn to work with shapes, insert and modify WordArt objects and pictures, and work with tables, charts, and diagrams. Finally, learn how to proof a presentation, create speaker notes, and present and share your presentations. Dan Tieri (See previous course listing p. 30) *New* Social Media for Seniors Course Registration Number: 10985 Session B Day: Wednesday Time: 9:15 a.m.-10:25 a.m. Learn the skills you need to stay connected with the people you care about, reconnect with old friends and classmates, and share your life with loved ones near and far. Learn about the most popular Social Media formats and how they can be used to connect with friends, families, and more. Gain a general overview of what social media is and what it can do for you. Individual modules will include: Facebook - stay in touch with friends, family, grandchildren - LinkedIn - create a professional presence on the Web to help your career - Pinterest - a way to find things and objects via ‘Pin Boards’ or a catalog of ideas - Twitter - broadcasting daily short burst messages to the world - Instagram - a social networking app made for sharing photos and videos from a smartphone. Dan Tieri (See previous course listing p. 30)

*New* Tech Talk Course Registration Number: 11003 Session B Day: Wednesday Time: 2:45 p.m. -3:55 p.m.

A technology smorgasbord seminar where we will explore everything from virtual reality to space travel, from personal computers to smart phones and much in-between. This will be a combination of current technology event discussions and presentation/ hands on laboratories into special tech topics of interest to the class.

Read More: immaculata.edu/cll/lifelong /// Call 484-323-3238 /// 32 Edmund Goll B.S., Industrial Engineering; M.S., Operations Research, Lehigh Univ. Partner in global consulting firm for technology and manufacturing processes. Instructor / facilitator for dozens of Lifelong Learning courses over the past ten years including Astronomy, iPhone use, Social Networking, Learning Civil War history through computer gaming, and various tech topics. Member of LLI advisory and curriculum committees. *New* What are the Chances? An Introduction to Practical Statistics!! Course Registration Number: 10969 Session A Day: Tuesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. If you have ever been curious about how to calculate odds of poker hands, or the chance of getting heads on five consecutive flips of a coin, or why and how the bell-shaped normal curve is used in analyzing many practical situations, you should enjoy this course. Put aside your math anxiety for five classes. Take a chance on a brief tour of methods used to turn data into information. Robert Hewitt B.Ch E., Villanova Univ.; Graduate Studies at Widener, Villanova and West Chester Universities Based on 34 years of petroleum industry experience, Bob has presented well-received OLLI/LLI courses on energy use and climate change. He now works as a tutor in Immaculata’s Math Center (8 years). In this role, he assists students in various majors (Nursing, Psychology, Chemistry, Biology, Accounting, etc.) who have the “perceived misfortune” of needing to take some statistics as an academic requirement.

Skills & Activities *New* As Our Gardens Go to Sleep, what can we learn? Course Registration Number: 10964 Session A Day: Thursday Time: 2:45 p.m. -4:00 p.m. We have compiled a list of books and movies that are informative and entertaining. During the first class, you will be asked for your input to decide what topics, books and/or movies will be selected for the remaining sessions. Sharon Richardson & Marianne Bausinger Sharon Richardson: B.A., M.Ed., Univ. of Hartford; Ed.D. and J.D., Temple Univ.; Marianne Bausinger: B.A. Home Economics, M.A. Consumer Affairs, Montclair State Univ. Sharon and Marianne are Chester County Master Gardeners and docents at Longwood Gardens. Together they will share their passion for nature and gardening and their commitment to helping people become stewards of our land.

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Beginners Knitting 2 Course Registration Number: 10990 10 Weeks Day: Monday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. This class will introduce/review the basic skills for knitting a small project. Casting yarn on a needle, learning how to knit and purl, binding off and blocking a finished project will be included. Additionally, the class will build upon knitting skills the student learned in Beginner Knitting 1. The class will also introduce how to “read” your knitting, increasing and decreasing stitches, the importance of gauge when making a garment, knitting abbreviations and how to read a knitting pattern. Please bring a size 7 or 8 straight knitting needle and solid colored worsted weight yarn also known as Yarn Weight Number 4 to the first class. A small amount of yarn and a limited number of loaner needles will be available. Projects started in Beginner Knitting 1 are most welcome. Regina Brown B.A., Rosemont College; MSCC Philadelphia Biblical Univ. Regina owned and operated an Artist Representation business for seven years. Upon retiring, a friend suggested she assist with some knitting of puppets for children. Having learned knitting when she was a young girl from her grandmother, she once again put her hands to the task of knitting after a very long hiatus from the craft. She regularly attends knitting classes at a yarn store in Bethlehem to increase her knowledge and ability in knitting. She has made sweaters, toys, cowls, scarves, socks and hats. She attends fiber festivals seeking fresh, new pattern ideas and types of yarns available in the marketplace. Explore Senior Living Options - Tried, True, and Trends Course Registration Number: 11012 Session B Day: Monday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. Since 2011, “baby boomers” began turning 65. As a result, there are now over 500,000 older adults in the Philadelphia region exploring the various senior living and retirement options. There are many different choices, and it can be overwhelming to determine which is best suited for your needs and desires. This course will review the benefits, challenges, financial considerations of all options…from staying in your home, to moving to a retirement community, or a 55+ community. We will explore the latest trends in senior living. Michele Berardi B.A., Immaculata Univ. Michele is currently the Director of Community Outreach and has been with the Kendal Crosslands Communities since November 2011. She possesses more than 30 years of business experience in various industries. For almost 15 years, she has worked in the senior retirement industry and has educated older adults and their families about the various options for retirement living. She is currently member of the Board of Directors of the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce, where she serves as Chair of the Ambassador Committee. Other outreach initiatives include, assisting in the formation of Active at Any Age at the Kennett Area YMCA, participation in LeadingAge PA Peer Group, and working with the Marketing and PR Society (MPRS).

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Genealogy: Back to Basics Course Registration Number: 10982 10 Weeks Day: Tuesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Genealogy – Back to Basics (This is not a class for the beginning genealogy student.) Refresh your genealogy know-how in this hands-on course while learning to effectively utilize the vast array of online resources to achieve personal research objectives. Weekly instructor led lessons, illustrative examples, collaborative activities, and instructional videos will encourage students to delve deeper into their family history. Class size is limited to 20 people. Kim McGowan B.S., East Stroudsburg Univ. Kim has been a family history researcher for over 35 years and has shared her love of genealogy as a classroom instructor and a guest speaker. She has assisted several organizations with the transcription of historical records and has researched locally for her township historical society. Kim enjoys traveling and has embarked on a number of genealogical focused journeys over the years. Genealogy: Discover Your Roots Course Registration Number: 10983 10 Weeks Day: Tuesday Time: 10:55 a.m.-12:05 p.m. (A Class for the First Time Genealogy Student) Join the growing ranks of those learning how to find their ancestral connections. Discover the essential steps for successful family history research and learn the skills and methods for documenting your findings. Understand the value of utilizing established genealogical practices and how to apply them to your research. Students will also learn how to effectively use the major content collections of various genealogy based websites to search for their U.S. and immigrant ancestors.This is a hands-on class where students will put into practice what they have learned each week by using a portion of class time to work independently to search for their ancestors in several online databases, including U.S. Census records, immigration records, vital records, military records, and much more. Class size is limited to 20 people. Kim McGowan (See previous course listing above)

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Making Friends with the Zodiac Course Registration Number: 10994 Session B Day: Tuesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Whether a person considers astrology to be a valid tool or not, they are probably familiar with “their sign”. The zodiac signs are the best way to introduce astrology to beginners. In this course, you will be enlightened as to the relationship between the zodiac used by astrologers, and the zodiac constellations in the sky. You will be shown how the combining of four types of energy with three modes of expression, creates twelve signs with their characteristic traits. We will explore the intuitive logic that knits the 12 signs together, making them a rich system of intuitive logic rather than a mere listing of random traits. Astrology draws on our collective imagination to imbue scientific phenomena with personally useful meaning. Making friends with the zodiac is an initial step toward learning how to use astrology to better understand yourself and others. Paul Kelley B.A., Macalester College, St. Paul, MN; M.A., Ph.D., Univ. of Nebraska-Lincoln Paul Kelley began learning about astrology in the 1990s. He has deepened his understanding significantly over the past decade by reading books, teaching classes and connecting with professional astrologers and astrology students. Paul has attended several astrology conferences (MAC/GLAC, SOTA, and NCGR). He is active in local astrology organizations and businesses. He serves in the role of Vice President of the Philadelphia chapter of the National Council for Geocosmic Research, a professional astrologers’ organization. *New* Making Sense of Financial Markets Course Registration Number: 11005 10 Weeks Day: Wednesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Wonder what the FED does? Why is tax reform a hot topic? What is a stock, bond, ETF, mutual fund or annuity? How can these investments help me? What about life insurance? How about a home equity loan? This course is for you, the financial beginner, who needs to understand these questions to manage his/her personal finances. This will help the student converse with his/her financial advisor, or help to make good decisions as you manage your own finances. Jay Joyce B.B.A. Accountingm Hofstra Univ.; CPA Mr. Joyce has spent his entire career in the financial services industry. He began his career as a CPA and then transitioned into the fields of accounting, investments, banking and mutual funds. Recently retired, he now dedicates his life to giving back to the community by teaching and helping those in need to attain their high school diploma.

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Sharpen Your Brain: Learn to Play Chess Course Registration Number: 10976 10 Weeks Day: Tuesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. The game of Chess is a way to challenge the brain in a thinking process, which is not just entertaining, but, also, a means to strengthen your memory by creating new pathways. Raman Patel B.S. Mechanical Engineering, SPU (India); MS Engineering Management, City Univ. of New York. PE in NY and PA (inactive). Third Place Chess Champion in NY (1976). Raman has 40 years of engineering experience in design and construction management of buildings, bridges, tracks and signal for the public transportation industry. Wine and Food Pairing Course Registration Number: 10975 Session B Day: Wednesday Time: 2:45 p.m. -3:55 p.m. This course will cover the study of grape varietals, their regions, vineyards, final products and liquid outcome. George Kuhn B.S. Widener Univ. Gregory became involved with wine at an early age, and wine was always part of his family meal. Following graduation from Widener, Greg ran restaurant wine cellars, became a wine buyer, and has run the retail operations of a major Pennsylvania winery for the last several years.

Volunteers Welcome Active members are the creative lifeblood of the LifeLong Learning Institute at Immaculata (LLI at IU). Want to help out every once in a while, when you have an hour or two available? Sign up to be a greeter. Want to plan semester events with a minimum meeting-time commitment? Join the events committee. LLI at IU has a handful of committees and we are always looking to increase our membership participation to help grow the program. Interested? Call or email the assistant director, Amanda Atkins (484) 323-3236 or [email protected]

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Additional Courses: These courses were included following the original printing 12/28/17. Part 2: William Faulkner and WWI Session: A Day: Wednesday Time: 2:45 p.m.-3:55 p.m. Course Registration Number: 11180 This course is designed to encourage discussion about A Fable (Vintage International, 2011) and Faulkner’s “The Wasteland” stories in Collected Stories (Vintage, 1977). Topics may include “Pacifism and War,” “The Christian Allegory of A Fable,” and “Faulkner’s Women Characters,” all important to an understanding of A Fable and all of which may also speak to an understanding of today’s world situation. Those enrolling should have read at least some, if not all, of the novel. Part 1 is not a prerequisite to attend this course. Alan L. Thomas B.A., Susquehanna Univ.; M.A., Villanova Univ. Alan has previously led lifelong-learning courses on William Faulkner, developed by attending Faulkner and Yoknapatawpha Conferences held annually at the University of Mississippi, and from his high-school teaching experiences.A National Endowment for the Humanities fellow (Novels of William Faulkner, 1995), Alan studied then with top Faulkner scholar Noel Polk. He has been published in Teaching Faulkner (Center for Faulkner Studies, Cape Girardeau, Mo.) and by the West Chester University Press. Remembering the Ladies: Our Founding Mothers Session: B Day: Wednesday Time: 1:15 p.m.-2:25 p.m. Course Registration Number: 11181 We all know that women in history are usually relegated to a second class status – usually dependent on the status of their spouse. That practice does us the disservice of failing to learn about many fascinating women. Join this class to hear about the revolutionary women of America – those fighters, writers, businesswomen, inventors, advocates, and politically savvy patriots whose contributions helped birth this nation. Roberta McManus BS Indiana University of Pennsylvania; Master's Equivalency, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Roberta's experience includes teaching middle school science for 39 years in Oxford Area School District; Coauthor of two books and several magazine articles on teaching strategies; presented sessions on reading and writing in the content area in many eastern Pennsylvania districts; Serves as board member for Oxford Educational Foundation. Roberta Matz B.A., Univ. of Pennsylvania; B.H.L., Gratz College; M.A., Univ. of Wisconsin Roberta was a classroom teacher for 30 years, teaching French and Hebrew languages, and Judaic studies in public and private schools. Later, Roberta worked for the Jewish Federations of Greater Philadelphia and Delaware, where she concentrated on Jewish Life and learning, and community development and outreach. She has practiced yoga for 15 years and loves sharing it with others.

If One Can Make A Difference

Imagine what MORE Can Do! In 2014 a report from Feeding America found that one in 10 hungry adults seeking emergency food assistance is a student - two million of whom are studying full-time. Food insecurity has increasingly become an issue on college and university campuses (Hughes et. al., 2011), and can pose a significant barrier to student success (Johnson, 2011). Understanding that education is the key to getting out of poverty, Immaculata University has created IU Cares - Food Cupboard to provide support and resources for those in need. To alleviate the barriers and challenges associated with food insecurity and hunger IU Cares - Food Cupboard will support students through providing nutritious food, local resources, and the strength and support for those in need. The IU Cares - Food Cupboard is still in development and will open during the spring 2018 semester. LLI can support this campus initiative through food donations along with volunteers to help staff the cupboard. More details about this engaging opportunity will be communicated throughout the spring semester.

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Travel with LLI The Colorado Rockies Featuring National Parks and Historic Trains Departing June 15-23, 2018 Highlights…. Denver • Rocky Mountain National Park • Colorado National Monument • Grand Junction • Arches National Park • Canyonlands National Park • Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad • Mesa Verde National Park • Pikes Peak Cog Railway • Garden of the Gods Day 1: Denver, Colorado -Tour Begins Day 2: Denver - Rocky Mountain Park Day 3: Denver - Colorado National Monument Day 4: Arches National Park - Canyonlands National Park Day 5: Grand Junction Day 6: Durango - Mesa Verde National Park

Day 7: Durango - Colorado Springs Day 8: Colorado Springs - Manitou Springs Day 9: Colorado Springs - Tour Ends 9 days • 12 Meals • 8 Breakfasts • 4 Dinners Regular Rates: Double $3,249; Single $4,099; Triple $3,199 Included in Price: round trip air fare from Philadelphia Intl. Airport, air taxes and fee/surcharge, hotel transfer *All rates are per person and are subject to change Questions? Contact the Travel Concierge, Tim Elbertson at (856)265-1447

Winter Movie Series Wednesday, 1:00 p.m., Loyola Hall room 127 January 17 – Enchanted April (1992, 93 min.) Ann Calef The story takes place in Post-WW1. Two proper Englishwomen, determined to get away from their drab lives, rent a magnificent villa on the Italian Riviera for a month. The experience has a special magic that transforms their lives. Breathtaking scenery and great performances by: Miranda Richardson, Joan Plowright, Josie Lawrence, Polly Walker, Michael Kitchen, Jim Broadbent, Alfred Molina. (English subtitles) January 24 – Hairspray (1988, 96 min.) Roberta Matz

“Pleasantly Plump” teenager, Tracy Turnblad, achieves her dream of becoming a regular on the Corny Collins Dance Show in 1962 Baltimore. Now a teen hero, she starts using her fame to speak out for the causes she believes in, most of all integration. In doing so, she earns the wrath of the show’s former star, Amber Von Tussle, as well as Amber’s manipulative, pro-segregation parents. A John Waters film. Original version. January 31 – The Big Year (2011, 100 min.) Ed Goll A comedy about feathers. Only Owen Wilson, Jack Black and Steve Martin could make the nerdy sport of extreme birding as funny as this. Come laugh and learn about the birds and people who obsess over them. I know some of these people, including my daughter, Blake, who many of you have met from the several birding courses she taught for us at life-long learning. She will attned to add a little laugh to the real story of the big year. Happy Birding! February 7 – Cabaret (1972, 124 min.) Terry Smallacombe Starring Liza Minelli as Sally Bowles and Joel Grey as M.C. of the Kit Kat Klub, singing memorable songs, it was the first in a new trend of Hollywood musicals. Released in 1972, reflecting our own social unrest, it is set in 1931 Berlin during the decadent period of the Weimar Republic.

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Learn more before registering Attend an Information Session - January 24th The information session is an ideal opportunity to learn more about the LifeLong Learning Institute including membership, how to navigate the campus, and helps you meet other new people!

Wednesday, January 24, 2018 3:00pm Loyola Hall Room 116 No registration is required to attend. Please reference the campus map on the next page for the location of Loyola Hall and General Parking in lot A, I, B, C, H.

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Are you a new instructor to the Institute or simply want a refresher on technology and policies? Attend the New Instructor Orientation to become familiar with campus, be better prepared for technology on campus and learn from current instructor’s tips and techniques for the classroom. Thursday, February 1, 2018 3:00pm

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Come Join Us! Interested in joining? Don’t know where to begin? Attend the Information Session Wednesday, January 24 (details on page 41)

Spring 2018 Program Registration Now Open Classes Begin February 12

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