Course Catalog :: Winter 2016

SCHEDULE OF COURSES January Sampler 2016

January 6 – 29

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

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Beer: History and Appreciation page 2

Brookby and the Blodgetts

MONDAY

TUESDAY

Rethinking Renaissance Art 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Jesus in America 9:30-11:30 a.m.

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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Creative Lettering Big History Monthly 11:45-1:45 p.m.

Lecture Series Imagine It Jan.-May Organized!

9:30-11:30 a.m.

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Beer: History and Appreciation 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Problem Makers and Problem Solvers 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Making Sense of Our Senses 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Brookby and the Blodgetts 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Yoga You Can Do 11:45 – 1:15 p.m.

Exploring the Oscars 9:30-11:30 a.m.

No Regrets 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Eaton’s of Canada – A New World Downton Abbey 1:30-3:30 p.m.

The Golden Age of Music 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Encore! Encore!

Encore!

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Imagine it Organized

The Reformations 1:30-3:30 p.m.

North Korea Today: To Go or Not to Go? 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Exploring the Oscars

Green Clean Your Home 1:30-3:30 p.m.

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Technology’s Effect on Today’s Families 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Coin Values: Just the Facts 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Does Our Democracy Work? The 2016 Presidential Election 11:30-1:30 p.m.

Disunited Kingdom?

1:30-3:30 p.m.

FREE MEMBER CLASSES

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The Reformations page 4

What is Philanthropy?

9:30-11 a.m.

Disunited Kingdom?

Emotional Rags to Spiritual Riches 9:30-11 a.m.

Encore! Encore!

Encore!

How to Grow Gorgeous Orchids in Your Home 9:30-11 a.m.

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OLLI Membership Fees and Tuition Pricing

(January 2016 – June 2016)

For the remaining 2015-2016 OLLI academic year; we are again offering a tiered membership designed to provide you with options and monetary savings. The tuition costs are less if you join as an OLLI member, and saving are greater with each membership level.

MEMBERSHIP STRUCTURE

The four different membership levels from which to choose are: GOLD MEMBERSHIP:

SILVER MEMBERSHIP:

BRONZE MEMBERSHIP:

$60 Membership fee

$25 Membership fee

Tuition Pricing

Tuition Pricing

30% Discount

No Membership fee

15% Discount

Tuition Pricing

1 wk class- $17 2 wk class- $34 3 wk class- $51 4 wk class- $68

1 wk class- $14 2 wk class- $28 3 wk class- $42 4 wk class- $56

NON-MEMBER:

1 wk class- $20 2 wk class- $40 3 wk class- $60 4 wk class- $80

$385 Membership fee

Gold members can attend unlimited number of classes all year. Fees may be added for special events, trips or class materials.

Tuition Pricing 100% Discount

• Reminder: No OLLI credit will be given without a 24 hour notice. • All classes are held in the Browne Center - unless noted or notified.

• Class cancellations due to weather at OLLI are based on Aquinas College closing – please check local TV stations and aquinas.edu

OLLI TUITION COURSES

MONDAY Rethinking Renaissance Art Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

3 Week Course - January 11, 18 & 25 Sigrid Danielson Ph.D., is an associate professor of art history at GVSU. Sigrid’s focus is on the arts of medieval Europe and the Mediterranean.

When thinking about Renaissance art, the names of famous individuals such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo come to mind. In this course, Dr. Danielson will shift the focus from individual artistic contributions to the exploration of broad themes between 1500 and 1700. The arts of these centuries

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often reflect diverse attitudes towards nature, the individual, and social status. These themes will be examined through Renaissance paintings, sculpture, and architecture as well as prints and textiles. These works shaped the social fabric of modern day people.

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Big History Lecture Series: What is Big History?

Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Week Course - January 11 Craig Benjamin Ph.D., is an associate professor of history at GVSU. He is the author of numerous articles and books on ancient Asian history and world history.

Dr. Benjamin will present a five2

part Big History course examining the past, present and future. He will begin with the origins of the universe, and then discuss the formation of stars and planets; the appearance and evolution of life on earth; the emergence of human beings; and the various types of human societies that have existed up to present day. This talk will encourage each of us to consider our place in the global world, and to think of how we might contribute to that world.

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Beer: History and Appreciation Monday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

3 Week Course - January 11, 18 & 25 Ben Chihak Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology at Aquinas College received his

OLLI TUITION COURSES doctorate in psychology from the University of Minnesota.

This course introduces students to the history and practice of brewing beer. From the fermentation of stored grains in Mesopotamia to the rise of Grand Rapids as Beer City USA, Dr. Chihak will explore how beer has influenced (and been influenced by) cultures globally over the last 7,000 years. Topics will include the interrelationships between beer, brewers, and the sciences - and of course, some sampling will happen.

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Our sensory systems give us great insight into our world by acquiring stimuli and allowing our brains to synthesize the information into sensations and perceptions.

We know there is variability in functioning senses to the point that our perceptions of the external world can be quite different from others. In addition, differences and changes in our senses over time can be used to diagnose and/or prevent various neurological disorders.

Students will perform a variety of interactive demonstrations to reveal how each of our senses differs.

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Brookby and the Blodgetts

Problem Makers and Problem Solvers

Monday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Week Course - January 25

Monday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

2 Week Course - January 11 & 18

Join Jeffrey Sytsma, trustee of Grand Rapids Historical Society, as he gives the history of the Blodgett Estate, officially named Brookby. Who was Blodgett and his wife Minnie? What do we know about this magnificent mansion and the family? Jeffrey will talk on the life of the Blodgetts and the building of Brookby. Built during the Roaring Twenties, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since the 1980s, numerous photos and letters will help tell the tale.

Michael McDaniel Ph.D., received his doctorate from the George Washington University. His students love digging for mathematical treasure with him.

Release your inner Problem Child for fun and intellectual profit with Michael. In this course, students will create twisted questions and then attack them with pencil, paper, calculator and cleverness. Bring your pencil, calculator (TI-83 or TI-84 preferred) and thinking cap.

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Making Sense of Our Senses

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Monday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

2 Week Course - January 18 & 25 Dr. Daniel Bergman is an associate professor of biomedical sciences at GVSU. He was a National Institutes of Health funded researcher at the University of Kentucky.

TUESDAY Jesus in America Tuesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

2 Week Course - January 12 & 19 Michael Dodge, an adjunct professor at Aquinas College, earned his MA in divinity from the University of Chicago.

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This course will explore the images of Christianity’s central figure imported, employed, and reshaped

by Americans throughout their history. Michael will draw from all popular media, including print, art, film drama and Stephen Prothero’s book American Jesus.

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Creative Lettering Tuesday, 11:45-1:45 p.m.

3 Week Course - January 12, 19 & 26 Bonnie Walker is an artist specializing in calligraphy, creative hand-lettering art and design. Her work has been shown in local galleries and the GRAM. She enjoys teaching the art of beautiful writing to others. Students will have fun with lettering, using color, texture and design techniques.

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Imagine It Organized!

Tuesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Week Course - January 26 Anyone who needs motivation to help downsize for a move, or are simply staying put, and wants to clean out the clutter will want to hear Judy Warmington and Treva Berends of Organizing Specialists. They entered the field of professional organizing and time management in 1993. You will learn the latest tips on downsizing, moving details, and understand why their motto “You name it – we’ll organize it!” works.

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WEDNESDAY Yoga You Can Do Wednesday, 11:45 – 1:15 p.m.

4 Week Course - January 6, 13, 20 & 27 Carolyn Heines began teaching yoga in Grand Rapids in 1979 and is the founder of the Yoga Studio, www.gryoga.com.

Carolyn’s class will be a gentle approach to yoga. Yoga is about more than the physical postures; it also teaches techniques that can calm the mind. Seniors will learn breathing awareness, philosophy and relaxation techniques all contributing to well-being.

No Regrets Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Week Course – January 20 David Weinandy, Ph.D., is a favored professor of communication at Aquinas College.

What can we do to live a life filled with less regrets? How can we spend less time saying “I’m sorry” after the fact and more time proactively creating relational messages we feel and want to say?

In this session, we will explore how we can make our communication more intentionally focused and more reflective of our relational goals. Rather than wishing we had acted or spoken a certain way, let’s start doing it.

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Exploring the Oscars

Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Week Course - January 27

Wednesday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

3 Week Course - January 13, 20 & 27 Be here for Ian MacNeil’s talk on Oscars’ best. Did you know Spielberg finally earned his college degree in 2002 and submitted Schindler’s List as his student film requirement? Did you know Nora Ephron’s Mafia screenplay for My Blue Heaven was written as a comedic version of her husband’s dramatic script for Goodfellas? Join Ian MacNeil, for a look into cinema’s most prestigious class of filmmakers in the Academy’s history. In preparation for Hollywood’s biggest night, students will examine the best directors, actors, screenwriters, documentaries, and music from Argo and Arquette to Zanuck and Zemeckis.

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Eaton’s of Canada – A New World Downton Abbey

Bruce Kopytek writes, lectures, and maintains a blog called, “The Department Store Museum.” His books include; Jacobson’s: I Miss It So and Eatons: The Trans Canada Store.

Hardly a visitor to Canada in the 20th Century could fail to have heard of Eaton’s Department Store. Founded in 1869, it was one of the first stores to take back merchandise: Goods Satisfactory or Money Refunded. Bruce will tell not only the history of the business, but also, talk about the family. The Eaton family lived like an across-thepond version of Downton Abbey. He will talk of the development of the store to the fashionable hey-day in the 50’s and 60’s - to its sad and incredible demise in 1999.

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THURSDAY The Golden Age of Music Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

2 Week Course - January 7 & 14 Jim Gould, our lawyer/music aficionado, is returning to play and discuss some of the great music from the Golden Age of Music.

If you love music, this is the class for you. Jim’s music classes are filled with memorabilia, stories, and all the wonderful songs from Big Bands, Jazz, Broadway, film and radio.

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The Reformations Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

4 Week Course - January 7, 14, 21 & 28 Charles Gunnoe, Ph.D., is currently professor of history at Aquinas College.

He studied at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary before taking a Ph.D. in history at the University of Virginia. He is the author of Thomas Erastus and the Reformation of the Palatinate.

Why do we have so many Christian denominations in modern society?

Many of these churches find their roots in the religious upheaval known as the Reformation in the 1500s. We will begin by looking at the church in the late medieval period, before turning to Martin Luther’s rebellion against ecclesiastical authority. After examining the establishment of Lutheranism in Germany, we will investigate other visions of religious reform that took root on Europe in the wake of Luther. After a short side trip to look in on the religious politics in Tudor England, the course will conclude with a survey of the Catholic Reformation.

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Green Clean Your Home Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Week Course - January 14 Gayla Jewell, Ph.D., is an associate professor Emerita at GVSU. With decades as a nurse practitioner, professor and medical sociologist, Gayla integrates her knowledge and skills for the benefit of each individual.

Why use organic or natural cleaning products? Perhaps to keep toxins out of your home or prevent allergies? Consider this: safe cleaning products are not the norm on your store shelf. Gayla will teach some immediate and long lasting dangers of commercial cleaners.

Bring a list of cleaners found in your home, and we will rank them on an A through F scale. Learn how to make safer cleaners – and for less cost.

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The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Technology’s Effect on Today’s Families Thursday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

2 Week Course - January 21 & 28 Julie Schatz-Stevens Ph.D., Aquinas professor, earned her doctorate in psychology from the University of Notre Dame. Her research has focused on domestic violence and children.

Julie will dive into the latest research on how technology is impacting today’s families giving the benefits and costs of social media. She will also cover the risks to marriages, children’s development, and friendships that technology use has been linked to. The course will conclude with suggestions as to what can be done to support positive interactions across the

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different generations of our family members in today’s world.

Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Week Course - January 28

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Coin Values: Just the Facts

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Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

1 Week Course - January 21 Pat J. Mullen is owner of Mullen Coins LLC in Grand Rapids. Before Mullen Coins, Pat spent 32 years in television broadcasting. He served as GM of Grand Rapids and Chicago based television stations and corporate executive roles with Tribune Broadcasting, and is currently chairman of the board of Compatico, Inc. Pat’s talk will focus on the factors that make collector coins valuable such as, date and mint mark, condition, originality. The presentation is designed to help the novice collector avoid mistakes and provide basic knowledge for selling inherited collections.

Similar to collecting antiques, basic knowledge and knowing what questions to ask will maximize value upon sale.

Martin Spence, Ph.D., is associate professor of history at Cornerstone University where he teaches World and European History. His research focuses on the history of Evangelical Christianity in modern Britain. He is well published author.

This lecture explores the current constitutional crisis in the United Kingdom that could result in the restructuring, or even the dissolution, of the United Kingdom as a unified nation-state. The crisis centers on the relationship between the four constituent parts of the UK: (England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales), and has been triggered by the recent spectacular growth of the Scottish Nationalist Party. Dr. Spence will explain the historical origins of the problem; outline the current manifestations of the crisis; and review some of the possible solutions of differences among these countries.

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Does Our Democracy Work?

The 2016 Presidential Election Thursday, 11:30-1:30 p.m.

1 Week Course - January 28

Join Glenn Barkan, retired political science professor and current political analyst, as he facilitates this group discussion on the 2016 Presidential election. Each meeting will be an exchange of ideas on the candidates, campaigns and issues of the next election.

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FRIDAY Encore! Encore! Encore!

Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Week Course - January 22 No, Tom Rademacher hasn’t joined the symphony!

But the long-time columnist for The Grand Rapids Press has switched gears to write stories for a movement sweeping the country and turning both hearts and heads right here in West Michigan. Spend time with one of our most popular

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COURSES CONT. speakers as he introduces you to people engaged in “Second Acts for a Greater Grand Rapids,” and invites you to explore your own life as an Encore candidate. He’ll share how he has teamed with Encore and the Grand Rapids Community Foundation to raise awareness of purpose-driven lives through the profound act of telling our stories.

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North Korea Today: To Go or Not to Go? Friday, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

1 Week Course - January 29

Dick Gauthier is vice president of international business development for Universal Forest Products.

He will take you north of the 38th parallel and present the current political situation, and give a firsthand glimpse into today’s North Korea.

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Although the US State Department “strongly recommends against” travel to North Korea, American citizens are allowed to travel there. The restrictions placed on tourists makes for exasperating, yet surprisingly rewarding experiences.

In September 2010, Dick spent 7 days inside the “Hermit Kingdom.”

FREE MEMBER CLASSES What is Philanthropy?

Friday, 9:30-11 a.m.

January 8 Salvatore Alaimo, Ph.D., is associate professor at GVSU in the School of Public, Nonprofit and Health Administration, where he teaches courses in philanthropy and nonprofit administration. Dr. Alaimo recently produced his first film, a documentary entitled What is Philanthropy? He will show his feature length film and answer questions about the film. “If you think you know about giving, think again.”

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Emotional Rags to Spiritual Riches

How to Grow Gorgeous Orchids in Your Home

Friday, 9:30-11 a.m.

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Who does not love a great rags to riches story?

We can go to the movies and laugh and cry and feel emotional and hopeful that the main character can pull themselves out of their situation. We love to see winners emerge. David Stanley Gregory has addressed the rags to riches story in his most recently published book. How do we learn from the problems in life and move to spiritual riches?

Many people want to grow orchids but fear failure. Learn to shop for the right orchids for your home, keep them blooming for months, and even get them to bloom again. OLLI member, Mary Jane Lamse will share key information gained from her own study and demonstrate techniques mastered through experience with her awardwinning orchids. Gain the knowledge you need, whether you plan to buy one plant or hope to grow orchids as a fun rewarding hobby.

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Pricing Structure

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Please remember all OLLI members may select any and all Free Member Classes

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MONDAY Rethinking Renaissance Art Big History Monthly Lecture Series Beer: History and Appreciation **Add $10** Problem Makers and Problem Solvers Making Sense of Our Senses Brookby and the Blodgetts

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TUESDAY Jesus in America Creative Lettering Imagine It Organized!

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WEDNESDAY Yoga You Can Do Exploring the Oscars No Regrets Eaton’s of Canada

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THURSDAY The Golden Age of Music The Reformations Green Clean Your Home The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Coin Values: Just the Facts Does Our Democracy Work?

Disunited Kingdom?

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Member Free Classes What is Philanthropy?

Emotional Rags to Spiritual Riches How to Grow Gorgeous Orchids in Your Home!

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Aquinas College OLLI at Aquinas 1607 Robinson Road SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506-1799

Look for these exciting classes offered in the Winter 2016 catalog: Craig Benjamin’s Big History Series ISIS: The Birth and Rise of a Terrorist Movement Papal Authority and Temporal Power: A Look at the Two Swords in Medieval Europe Then and Now with “The Doc”

Course Schedule

The French Tarte A Team of Their Own: Women’s Professional Baseball League

MISSION STATEMENT

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Aquinas College is a community of adults joining together to achieve personal transformation of mind, body, and spirit through lifelong learning and community service.

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January 2016 Sampler

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Classes begin: January 6 Phone: 616.632.2430 Fax: 616.732.4480 aquinas.edu/olli

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