SCHEDULE OF COURSES January Sampler 2014
January 6 – February 6
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys: The Secrets of our Favorite Teenage Sleuths page 2
To the Roof of Africa: The Ascent of Mt. Kenya & Mt. Kilimanjaro page 3
Primates: Them or Us? page 3 Cover illustration by Grand Rapids artist Edward Riojas
MONDAY Living in the Midst of Islam: An American Librarian in the Arabian Gulf 9:30-11:30 a.m. NCAA Basketball 9:30-11:30 a.m.
TUESDAY Criminal Justice System: Is It Working? 9:30-11:30 a.m. Primates: Them or Us? 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Nancy Drew & the Hardy Boys: The Secret of our Favorite Teenage Sleuths 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Obama Health Care Update 9:30-11:30 a.m.
To the Roof of Africa: The Ascent of Mt. Kenya & Mt. Kilimanjaro 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Grand Rapids Mid-Century Modern Home Architecture 1940-1970 1:30-3:30 p.m.
What Are Our Energy Options? 1:30-3:30 p.m.
The Overthrow of Salvador Allende: 40 Years Later 9:30-11:30 a.m.
WEDNESDAY George W. Welsh: The Rise and Fall of Grand Rapids’ Passionate Politician 9:30-11:30 a.m. John Kennedy: The Spirit of Cold War Liberalism 1:30-3:30 p.m. This Is Where I Stand – OLLI Discussion Group 11:45-1:15 p.m. At the Movies with John Douglas 9:30-11:30 a.m. I Can’t Wait to Make My Next Presentation! 9:30-11:30 a.m.
THURSDAY A Brief History of Italia 9:30-11:30 a.m. The Zen of Soup 1:30-3:30 p.m. The Israeli – Palestinian Dispute 3:30-5:30 p.m. “Laffter” is Carbonated Holiness 9:30-11:30 a.m. FREE MEMBER CLASS Dancing Through Life Changes: Nothing is Permanent Except Change 1:30-3 p.m.
FRIDAY Depicting a Nation: Themes in 19th Century American Art 9:30-11:30 a.m. FREE MEMBER CLASS Words (Becky Knack) & Music (Ale Miller & Alicia Eppina): 9:30-11 a.m.
Obama Health Care Update page 3
Grand Rapids Mid-Century Modern Home Architecture 1940-1970 page 4
The Overthrow of Salvador Allende: 40 Years Later page 4
George W. Welsh: The Rise and Fall of Grand Rapids’ Passionate Politician page 4
The Zen of Soup page 5
Depicting a Nation: Themes in 19th Century American Art page 6
OLLI Membership Structure (September 2013 – August 2014) For the 2013 - 2014, OLLI academic year, we are again offering a tiered membership designed to provide you with options and savings. As you see below there are 3 different memberships from which to choose. The more classes you take, the more you can save. The pricing below reflects the savings between a Bronze Member (M) and a Non-Member (NM). 4 week class M NM $63 $76
3 week class M NM $52 $62
2 week class M NM $35 $42
1 week class M NM $16 $21
Bronze Membership: $25 Membership fee
Silver Membership: $60 Membership fee
Gold Membership: $385 Membership fee
See the above member versus non-member pricing for savings.
Pricing for this membership allows members to receive greater discounts compared to a Bronze.
Pay $385 and take all the classes and most special events at no additional cost. Fees may be charged for selected events, trips, or class materials.
Become a Bronze, Silver, or Gold member today! Call 616.632.2430. Great reasons to be a member: free member classes, discounts on classes and performing arts/events, and audit AQ classes for $150!
OLLI TUITION COURSES
MONDAY Living in the Midst of Islam: An American Librarian in the Arabian Gulf
U.S. accreditation and offer firstclass education to local students. The discussion will expand beyond the sphere of education to social, religious and political issues as seen through the lens of those living in the region.
Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 6 & 13
M: Bronze $35 Silver $30 NM: $42 Location: Browne Center
Patricia Wand teaches, speaks, writes and consults on issues related to higher education, libraries, knowledge management and international development. She currently teaches at American University in Washington D.C. Patricia was Dean of Library and Learning Resources at Zayed University in the United Arab Emirates from 2006-2010. While contracted to develop a library in an American-style university for women in Dubai, Patricia encountered cultural differences that affected the project. She will discuss those differences and reflect on adaptations that allowed the university to achieve
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NCAA Basketball Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 13 Ted Hillary retired in March of 2013 after 17 years of officiating over 2000 NCAA Division I basketball games. Most have been of the Big Ten and Big 12 variety, but he also ‘ran the courts’ of the Atlantic Coast, Conference USA, Mid-American and the South Eastern Conferences. Ted was one of the most requested referees in college basketball. He currently is a Regional Official for the NCAA.
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Ted will inform and entertain you with NCAA basketball stories. From his close up floor view, Ted will tell of the pressure and the fun of truly ‘running’ the best courts in the country. His insights on March Madness and sports today will be informative and hilarious! M: Bronze $16 Silver $12 NM: $21 Location: Browne Center
Nancy Drew & the Hardy Boys: The Secret of our Favorite Teenage Sleuths Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 20 Patricia Bravender is a professional programs librarian at GVSU and a collector and fan of juvenile series books, especially Nancy Drew. As a child, if the words ‘mystery’ and ‘clue’ gave you a shiver of excitement, you were probably a fan of Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys. These books, read by millions, were the target of teachers
and librarians who were largely successful in keeping them out of libraries for over 50 years. Nancy Drew and Frank and Joe Hardy had a secret that was too much for the times and certainly bigger than ever encountered in River Heights and Bayport. From her collection, Patricia will reveal the secret of the series books and talk about why we as children loved the books! M: Bronze $16 Silver $12 NM: $21 Location: Browne Center
To the Roof of Africa: The Ascent of Mt. Kenya & Mt. Kilimanjaro Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 27 Craig Benjamin, Ph.D., is an associate professor of history at GVSU. He is the author of numerous published articles, chapters and books on ancient Central Asian history and world history historiography. In August 2013, Craig Benjamin set out to climb the two highest mountains in Africa – Mt. Kenya and Mt. Kilimanjaro. His party, which included his daughter, brother and niece, successfully completed the arduous ascents of these two spectacular ancient volcanic mountains. In this lavishly illustrated lecture, Craig will share his adventures with us, and also discuss some of the history of exploration and mountaineering in the East African region. M: Bronze $16 Silver $12 NM: $21 Location: Browne Center
TUESDAY Criminal Justice System: Is It Working? Tuesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 7 Larry Willey, graduate of the University of Michigan Law School, is one of the most respected defense attorneys in the State. He has been a trial attorney in Grand Rapids for the past 34 years. This class will focus on what it is like to be a criminal defense attorney. Larry has been involved in a number of high-profile criminal cases that run the gamut from murder and drug trafficking to serious white collar crimes. Come hear his interesting stories/cases and get the answer to everyone’s question: How can you represent someone you know is guilty? M: Bronze $16 Silver $12 NM: $21 Location: Browne Center
Primates: Them or Us? Tuesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. January 7, 14 & 21 Dr. Judi Corr is associate professor of biological anthropology at GVSU and has researched both monkeys and apes in Central and South America as well as in Africa and the Caribbean. Monkeys and apes are compelling and fascinating creatures! This class will provide a broad overview of nonhuman primates: their distribution, diet, reproduction, conservation, communication, tool use and primate sex and politics. Primate behavior can illuminate early human behavior and offer clues to the formation 3
of human social structure and the development of culture. M: Bronze $52 Silver $42 NM: $62 Location: Browne Center
Obama Health Care Update Tuesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 14 Lody Zwarensteyn has been with the Alliance for Health since 1972 as CEO and president. He has been responsible for many different aspects of this West Michigan community health coalition. Will ObamaCare help reduce the growth in health care spending? Will it replace the private health care you currently have? Join Lody as he presents an update on the Affordable Health Care Act. He will help us understand the basics of the health care plan and bring to light the good and bad of the program. This should be a lively discussion! M: Bronze $16 Silver $12 NM: $21 Location: Browne Center
What Are Our Energy Options? Tuesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. January 7 & 14 Lee Smith is a certified petroleum geologist who has spent 20 years in the oil and gas exploration business. Windmills are a blot on the landscape. Coal causes cancer. Nuclear energy kills. Natural gas comes from fracking which pollutes water supplies. Fossil fuel use causes climate change. Solar energy requires Chinese solar panels manufactured with toxic rare earth elements. But in spite of all the negatives of energy supply, worldwide demand for energy continues to rise dramatically.
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COURSES CONT. What are the pluses, minuses, and prospects for sources of energy? Join Lee as he discusses the sources of energy and the trade-offs in our ever-increasing need for energy. M: Bronze $35 Silver $30 NM: $42 Location: Browne Center
The Overthrow of Salvador Allende: 40 Years Later Tuesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 21 & 28 David Stark is associate professor of history at GVSU. His area of expertise is the Spanish Caribbean. Recently David taught “The Past and Present of the Cuban Revolution” for OLLI. When Salvador Allende assumed the presidency of Chile in 1970, he became the first Marxist democratically-elected president of the world. Three years later, on September 11, 1973, Chilean military attacked key government installations and overthrew the Allende government. This coup, which brought the repressive regime of Augusto Pinochet to power, was in large part the product of pressure and planning by American corporate political leaders. Yet few people know much about the American role in what transpired. Did the Allende government pose a threat to vital U.S. national interests in Chile? This two week course will look back on the events leading up to that fateful day 40 years ago to explore the rise and fall of the Allende regime. M: Bronze $35 Silver $30 NM: $42 Location: Browne Center
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Grand Rapids Mid-Century Modern Home Architecture 1940-1970 Tuesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. January 21 & 28 Pamela VanderPloeg received master degrees from Indiana University and Aquinas College. She also has studied architectural history and art history from Kendall College. Currently, Pam has been doing architectural research, documentation, historic resource reports and presentations. Architects and developers solved the post- WWII Grand Rapids housing shortage with a new vision using innovative materials and building techniques. They reshaped and expanded the city, developing new neighborhoods and creating both “soft” modern and stunning, unusual modern styles. Grand Rapids was part of that nation-wide new design movement. Join Pamela for a photographic journey into the heart of Grand Rapids’ mid-century modern architecture, and look for a spring tour. M: Bronze $35 Silver $30 NM: $42 Location: Browne Center
WEDNESDAY George W. Welsh: The Rise and Fall of Grand Rapids’ Passionate Politician Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 8 & 15 Diana E. Barrett retired from life as a teacher, then as a financial broker to become a public historian. Diana leads the Grand Rapids Historical Commission, where she created and oversees the website. She has received
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a State Award in Communications from the Historical Society of Michigan and the Baxter Award from the Grand Rapids Historical Society. This course begins with the early life of Welsh and the impact upon his entire political career, from a neophyte city commissioner to a long-term mayor suffering the indignities of a recall. As one of the city’s most beloved and most defamed political figures, his contributions to the city as well as his tarnished reputation need serious examination in order to separate fact from fiction. If you think you know George Welsh, you may be surprised; if you don’t know him, you’ll meet a fascinating character. M: Bronze $35 Silver $30 NM: $42 Location: Browne Center
John Kennedy: The Spirit of Cold War Liberalism Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. January 8 Dr. Jason Duncan earned his Ph.D. from the University of Iowa. He has won numerous awards at Aquinas College for his teaching and is currently the chair of the history and philosophy departments at the college. Before entering academics, he worked in politics as a legislative assistant to a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. Jason is well published and his current book and subject of the class is John Kennedy: The Spirit of Cold War Liberalism. The focus of Dr. Duncan’s class will be on how the policies that Kennedy pursued as president were shaped by the Cold War. Kennedy’s exhortation that the U.S. could be a force for good around the world is an important reason why he is so vividly remembered today. Join Jason as he delves into one piece of JFK’s legacy. M: Bronze $16 Silver $12 NM: $21 Location: Browne Center
This Is Where I Stand – OLLI Discussion Group Wednesday, 11:45-1:15 p.m. January 8, 15, 22 & 29
runaway steamboat in Fitzcarraldo. This class will be both highly entertaining and informative, and it will make you want to go back and watch a few classics.
Dave Kampfschulte, director of Amazing Circle Workshops, is a speaker and author. Using his energy, experience and empathy Dave leads workshops that are interactive and enlightening.
M: Bronze $52 Silver $42 NM: $62 Location: Browne Center
If you have been searching for stimulating conversation and the chance to reflect on your opinions and your beliefs, stop – this is the class for you! Participants will have the opportunity to discuss where they stand on current issues. Lively discussion, facilitated by the instructor, follows, and you will leave with a reinforced clarification of your belief system and a better understanding of others.
David Weinandy, Ph.D., is a professor of communication at Aquinas College. Dr. Weinandy has been awarded The Outstanding Faculty Member by both the students and the Alumni Association.
M: Bronze $40 Silver $32 NM: $60 Location: Browne Center
At the Movies with John Douglas Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 15, 22 & 29 Before becoming a movie critic for The Grand Rapids Press, John Douglas was a filmmaker. In the late ‘70’s, he had his own film production company. If it’s related to films and film making, John has done it all – from writing, directing, producing, editing, scoring, to even a little acting. Do you have a favored scene from a movie? From years of movie watching, John Douglas has collected scenes from films he believes are exquisite. He will present as many of these gems as time will allow and reveal why the scenes are so wonderful. Some of his favorites include: the party scene in All About Eve, and the
I Can’t Wait to Make My Next Presentation!
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Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 22 & 29
Not a born speaker? No problem. Public speaking can be fun, and anyone can learn to be exceptional at it. In a light-hearted and nonthreatening environment, you will learn the real-life skill of creating and delivering a memorable speech. Some of the communication issues David will cover include: mentally preparing yourself to speak before a group, managing communication fear and anxiety, and engaging listeners with your vocal and physical delivery. Some students will even have the chance to practice a short presentation, as well as receive feedback. Relax. No public speaking is required – it’s your choice. M: Bronze $35 Silver $30 NM: $42 Location: Browne Center
THURSDAY A Brief History of Italia Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 9 & 16
was a teacher at the American Community Schools in Athens. These sessions will focus on the development of the nation we know today as Italia. So many historical factors have contributed to the development of this modern state that it is safe to say this is a walk through history of Western Civilization, Church and Empire, East and West. M: Bronze $35 Silver $30 NM: $42 Location: Browne Center
The Zen of Soup Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. January 9 Mary O’Connor is a writer and amateur cook living on an organic farm in West Michigan. Maple Hill farm is a life change from the successful marketing company she owned in the Detroit area. OLLI students repeatedly ask “When is Mary coming back?” For centuries, humans have stood in front of their larders wondering what to do with the past-their -prime carrots, celery, onions, potatoes and garlic - all sending out hopeful green sprouts. Stop! Wait! Don’t throw them out! These vegetables are just getting interesting! Join Mary O’Connor for an afternoon of fun, philosophy and love, and learn how you can coax delicious, savory soups out of the simplest, humble ingredients. M: Bronze $21 Silver $17 Gold $5 NM: $26 Location: Browne Center Note: Tuition includes food costs Class maximum: 30
Greg Carnevale taught Latin at City and East Grand Rapids High Schools for over 30 years, and also at Aquinas College, until he retired.. He was 5
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COURSES CONT. The Israeli – Palestinian Dispute
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“Laffter” is Carbonated Holiness
Thursday, 3:30-5:30 p.m. January 16, 23, 30 & February 6
Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 23 & 30
Keith St. Clair is a political science professor at GRCC. He holds his M.A. in political science from Illinois State University. Keith serves on the board of the Michigan Political Science Association and is an active member of the World Affairs Council.
Sister Sue Tracy O.P., a Dominican sister for over fifty years, is the chaplain at Spectrum Hospital, where she ministers cancer patients and their families. She is an author and speaks on a variety of topics.
Join Keith as he examines the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict up to the present day. Although both peoples have long histories that complicate matters, many of the reasons for the current conflict began in the late 19th century. Keith will examine the internal divisions within the Israeli and Palestinian communities that make a resolution more difficult today and how these divisions play into the politics of the region. He will look at where the peace process has stalled and where it may eventually lead.
We hunger for humor and we long for laughter but most of us don’t realize how vital these nutrients are for our health and well-being. We will explore the benefits of laughter, practice some hearty chuckles, and learn how to celebrate life in the midst of the muck, or life’s “mell of a hess.” As we leave, we hope the fizz of faith will fly high and only wish the sessions were longer. We will laugh to brighten and lighten our sometimes weary world. M: Bronze $35 Silver $30 NM: $42 Location: Browne Center
M: Bronze $63 Silver $50 NM: $76 Location: Browne Center
FRIDAY Depicting a Nation: Themes in 19th Century American Art Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m. January 17, 24 & 31 Dr. Sigrid Danielson is an associate professor of art history in the Department of Art and Design at GVSU. Her teaching and research interests focus on the arts of medieval Europe and the Mediterranean. Sigrid first studied 19th century American visual culture while in graduate school. This course offers thematic introduction to the visual culture of America that was produced during the nineteenth century. Sigrid will consider artistic production in relation to the social, political, and aesthetic interests of its makers and consumers. Our discussions will explore the representation of place and landscape, depictions of the social scene, portraiture, as well as the role of the artist in society. M: Bronze $52 Silver $42 NM: $62 Location: Browne Center
FREE MEMBER CLASSES Words (Becky Knack) & Music (Ale Miller & Alicia Eppina): Madame Bovary
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Friday, 9:30-11 a.m. January 10 Ever wonder how a famous novel might be interpreted as a piece of music? GR Symphony oboist Ale Miller read Gustave Flaubert’s Madame Bovary and heard a concerto for the cello in the novel. He composed the concerto and the piece was performed at the GR Symphony’s first concert this season with Alicia Eppinga, principal cellist, playing her instrument. Along Ale who will discuss the concerto and Alicia who will Mwith = members NM = non-members play her cello, Becky Knack will discuss the novel and how the themes, events and characters are portrayed in the music.
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Dancing Through Life Changes: Nothing is Permanent Except Change Thursday, 1:30-3:00 p.m. January 16 Whether wanted or unwanted, change always feels like an inconvenience and is often uncomfortable. So how do we spiritually “dance” through change? Sister Ann Walters, a Grand Rapids Dominican who is currently the Common Life Coordinator at Marywood, will discuss how to accept and move forward when we face transitions.
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Living in the Midst of Islam: An American Librarian in the Arabian Gulf q $35 (M Bronze) q $30 (M Silver) q $42 (NM)
Criminal Justice System: Is It Working? q $16 (M Bronze) q $12 (M Silver) q $21 (NM) Primates: Them or Us? q $52 (M Bronze) q $42 (M Silver) q $62 (NM)
NCAA Basketball
q $16 (M Bronze) q $12 (M Silver) q $21 (NM) Nancy Drew & the Hardy Boys: The Secret of our Favorite Teenage Sleuths q $16 (M Bronze) q $12 (M Silver) q $21 (NM) To the Roof of Africa: The Ascent of Mt. Kenya & Mt. Kilimanjaro q $16 (M Bronze) q $12 (M Silver) q $21 (NM)
Obama Health Care Update q $16 (M Bronze) q $12 (M Silver) q $21 (NM) What Are Our Energy Options? q $35 (M Bronze) q $30 (M Silver) q $42 (NM) The Overthrow of Salvador Allende: 40 Years Later q $35 (M Bronze) q $30 (M Silver) q $42 (NM) Grand Rapids Mid-Century Modern Home Architecture 1940-1970 q $35 (M Bronze) q $30 (M Silver) q $42 (NM)
WEDNESDAY George W. Welsh: The Rise and Fall of Grand Rapids’ Passionate Politician q $35 (M Bronze) q $30 (M Silver) q $42 (NM) John Kennedy: The Spirit of Cold War Liberalism q $16 (M Bronze) q $12 (M Silver) q $21 (NM) This Is Where I Stand – OLLI Discussion Group q $40 (M Bronze) q $32 (M Silver) q $60 (NM) At the Movies with John Douglas q $52 (M Bronze) q $42 (M Silver) q $62 (NM)
THURSDAY A Brief History of Italia q $35 (M Bronze) q $30 (M Silver) q $42 (NM) The Zen of Soup q $21 (M Bronze) q $17 (M Silver) q $5 (M Gold) q $26 (NM) The Israeli – Palestinian Dispute q $63 (M Bronze) q $50 (M Silver) q $76 (NM)
FRIDAY Depicting a Nation: Themes in 19th Century American Art q $52 (M Bronze) q $42 (M Silver) q $62 (NM)
FREE MEMBER CLASS Words (Becky Knack) & Music (Ale Miller & Alicia Eppina): Madame Bovary q January 10
“Laffter” is Carbonated Holiness q $35 (M Bronze) q $30 (M Silver) q $42 (NM)
FREE MEMBER CLASS
I Can’t Wait to Make My Next Presentation! q $35 (M Bronze) q $30 (M Silver) q $42 (NM)
Dancing Through Life Changes: Nothing is Permanent Except Change q January 16
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Look for these exciting classes offered in the Winter 2014 catalog:
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January 2014 Sampler
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