LOIS E. MARSHALL INSTITUE FOR LEARNING IN RETIREMENT AT BERGEN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Fall 2020 - The Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Development
NOTE FROM PROGRAM STAFF Greetings Students! Thank you for your continued interest in the Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR) and we hope you’ll join us for the Fall 2020 semester! This semester we’ll explore rich, academic and cultural topics together online.
Courses will continue to be facilitated by dedicated volunteer instructors who are passionate about the content they share with you.
If you are interested in teaching a topic, please call the ILR office at 201-447-7156, or send us an eMail at ilr@bergen.edu
Registration begins online, on September 16th.
Scott Cohen, MA Ed., Program Supervisor Beverly Miller, Administrative Assistant
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• See page 4 for NEW class listings • We recommend these minimum computing requirements for online classes: • A reliable internet connection. • A laptop with a built-in webcam and microphone or a smartphone or tablet. • An internet browser (Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox) • Please log in to your class session 10 minutes in advance to address any connection needs. • Since space is limited, it is important that you register only for courses you will be able to attend.
ILR REGISTRATION
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• The ILR does not issue refunds .
Course registration will be available online, beginning on Wednesday, September 16, 2020.
• Canceling your credit card payment through your credit card company will result in a $35.00 processing fee from the ILR. Failure to pay the fee will result in delayed registration.
If you are a returning ILR student, please use your current User Name and Password to register. If you have trouble logging in, please contact our office at ilr@bergen.edu The Semester Membership fee is $125.00 New for this semester’s online experiences, your membership fee entitles you to choose up to 6 courses.
Course Dates The ILR is in session on days that the College as a whole is open. Some of these days are holidays. Please check your calendars for holidays, family events, and conflicts in your schedule before choosing your courses each semester. Once your course dates are set, it is difficult to change them. Please use your best discretion when selecting your courses.
ILR (INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING IN RETIREMENT) FALL 2020
MONDAY Course Offerings Modern French Painting: From Matisse to the 21 st Century IR - 846 Let’s examine contemporary French painting, beginning with the influence of Cezanne and discussing the works of significant modern artists like Matisse, Picasso, the Cubists, Chagall, Nikki de St. Phalle, Yves Klein, Christo, among others. Mondays: October 5,12,19,26 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Ronnie Friedman *Traditional Chinese Culture & Shen Yun IR - 741 Come on an inspiring journey to capture the essence of traditional Chinese culture. Learn about the beliefs that are the foundation of various cultural forms, including dance, music, martial arts, and education. Monday: December 7, Friday December 11 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Instructor: Teresa Shen New York City & Immigration IR - 875 We will read and discuss five novels about the immigrant experience in NYC written by immigrants. How did generations handle the changes, and the impact of the city upon their families? Please read: Bread Givers by Anzia Yezierska for the first class . Mondays: October 5, 12, 19, 26 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Emily Ginder Selected Topics in American History IR - 876 Come and investigate influential periods, personalities and events in American history. Subjects will include: Robert Bork and the Decline in Civility in American Politics, The Revolutionary War in Bergen County and more! Mondays: October 5, November 9 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Instructor: James Devine
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TUESDAY Course Offerings The 101 Most Influential People Who Never Lived IR - 436 Some fictional characters have helped to start wars (Uncle Tom), teach moral lessons (Scrooge), change our attitudes (Amos 'n' Andy), or form our prejudices (Mammy). Some take us along on adventures (Buck Rogers); others bare their souls (Holden Caulfield). Who are the characters that have affected us, and what have they done to change society? Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3 Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Instructor: Dan Karlan Organizing Your DNA Matches Workshop IR - 849 Organize your DNA matches using the Leeds Method. Experience using spreadsheets is helpful. Prerequisite: Putting Genes in Your Genealogy class or equivalent experience. (course is not for DNA newbies.) Instructor credentials = Genealogical Society of Bergen County Tuesdays: November 17, December 1 Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Fred Voss Putting Genes in Your Genealogy IR - 727 People are using DNA testing as part of their genealogical research. This course focuses on the basics; why use DNA treatment, which tests and companies to use, and interpreting results. Prerequisites: Familiarity with basic genealogy and comfortable navigating websites. Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 27 November 3, 10 Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Fred Voss, Genealogical Society of Bergen County
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Current Topics in the Environment IR - 521 Come discuss current topics dealing with the environmental issues such as energy, pollution, climate change, sustainability, and more! Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 20, 27 Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Instructor: Robert Dill French Art before Impressionism IR - 627 Explore the lives, and the paintings of French artists from the 18th century up to the Impressionist Exhibition of 1874 in Paris. Artists we’ll study include Chardin, Delacroix and Courbet. Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3 Time: 10:00 - 11:15 a.m. Instructor: Sandra Martin The Air Force in World War II –Stories of Escape, Survival and Winning the War IR - 580 Learn about the B-17 bomber and P-51 Mustang fighter military aircraft of World War II, plus two escape stories, and one of survival. Hear a second-hand account of how Lt. Louis Feingold escaped capture after his B-17 was shot down over occupied France. Feingold’s story is told by his son. Tuesdays: October 6, 13, 20, 27 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Rick Feingold
WEDNESDAY Course Offerings Financial Planning in Retirement IR - 853 Retirement is often looked as a ‘finish line.’ In reality, it is a new phase in your financial life. What will be my medical expenses? Who will make decisions on my behalf if I have diminished financial capacity? This course will help navigate the uncertainty of retirement. Wednesdays: October 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11 Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Instructors: Alex Macchio
ILR (INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING IN RETIREMENT) FALL 2020 Road Trip to Vitality IR - 870 Pack your bags & leave what you have learned about growing old behind! Drawing from Ancient Healing Practices and cuttingedge science, we’ll explore a variety of practices to stimulate the mind, ignite the spirit & revitalize the body. This class will involve some physical movement; all levels welcome! Students should use a sturdy chair, wear flat shoes and comfortable clothes and have a notebook and writing implement. Wednesdays: October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11, 18, December 2, Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Instructors: Toni Chianetta Introduction of Falun Dafa - An Ancient Chinese Mind and Body Practice IR - 740 Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong) is a powerful mind and body practice revealed to the public in 1992 and spread to 100+ countries. Please have a sitting mat for our third session. Wednesdays: October 7, 14, 21 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Instructor: Jan Cao STOP! Before you go to Disney: Unlock the Secrets of Disney Trip Planning IR - 561 Disney World is great place for seniors! Learn about the "adult" wonders at Disney including non-ride entertainment like free, live shows! Wednesdays: November 4, 11, 18 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Maureen Smith Contemporary Issues in French IR - 234 Parlez-vous francais? Un peu? Assez bien? If you already know basic French vocabulary and grammar, use it to give and get information! Classes are conducted mostly in French, where students are encouraged to ask questions and express their ideas as they practice the language. Wednesdays: September 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28,November 4,11,18 Time: 3:15 - 4:45 p.m. Instructor: Virginia Rauch, Ed.D.
Suspension of Disbelief IR-871 We’ll explore films that ask you to "suspend disbelief" and see what could never be possible in the real world. Films include Death Takes a Holiday, Resurrection, and More! Wednesdays: October 28 November 4, 11, 18 December 2,9 Time: 10:00 a.m - 12:15 p.m. Instructor: Theo Solomon
THURSDAY Course Offerings Neurology 101 IR - 702 For Non-Neurologists, we will cover: Dementia, Stroke, Fainting, Vestibular Disorders and Back Pain. Plus discussions of basic anatomy and physiology related to individual disorders. No medical background required. Thursdays: October 29, November 5, December 12, 19 Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Instructors: Judith Lustig, MD Leonardo da Vinci: the Artist as Genius IR - 456 Let’s examine Leonardo’s career from his early training in Florence to his death in France. We’ll consider some of the challenging aspects of his oeuvre, from incomplete works to problematic attributions. Thursdays: October 1, 8, 15, 22 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Instructors: Denise Budd The Impact of Healthcare Costs In Retirement IR - 884 What is the REAL impact of healthcare costs in retirement? Most people don’t address the cost of Medicare and the Medicare Part B premium and related surcharges. Thursdays: October 8, 22, November 5 Time: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Instructors: Theresa Yarosh
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Retiree’s Guide to Financial Fitness IR - 393 The value of good advice is more important than ever. Discuss how investment fees (often substantially!) can impact your returns, and much more. The instructor is a Certified Financial Planner with 28 years in the field and a graduate of USMA at West Point, NY. Thursdays: October 8, 15, 22, 29 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Instructors: David R. Chepauskas, CFP
FRIDAY Course Offerings Provoke Your Thinking: Part 6 IR – 844 We’ll begin with a thought-provoking video followed by a discussion. Videos include: Kids & Chemicals by Bill Moyer, A Moment in Time- The Manhattan Project, and More! Fridays: November 6, 20 Room: TBA/ Time : 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Instructor: Ted Arin Introduction to Digital Photography IR – 437 Do you have a digital camera but do not know how to use it. Learn about lighting and composition to improve your Photos! Don’t worry, we’ll keep it simple. Have your camera and it’s manual handy. Fridays: October 30, November 6, 13, 20 Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Instructor: Ray Turkin Let's Travel to Many Places, Quickly! IR-878 Hop aboard as we explore the countryside, villages, sights and sites across 31 countries including stops in Europe, Scandinavia, the Middle East, Indo China plus the U.S. Photographs, many selected by Travel & Leisure, will remind the well-travelled of places they have visited and may entice others to plan a visit! Friday: December 11 Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Instructor: Marvin Rothenberg
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INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING IN RETIREMENT FALL 2020
NEW COURSES Remembering Protest Songs IR - 887 Do you remember those protest songs from the 50's, 60s and 70s? We will listen to and examine the songs of the Labor and Civil Rights, and the Women's and Environment movements. Pluse, songs that address current social problems. Mondays: November 2,9, 16 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Emily Ginder
Coffee Talk IR - 889 Can we talk?! Bring your favorite morning beverage to a fun chat with your fellow ILR Members. Catchup on the latest goings-on in this fun, free-flowing conversation! Fridays: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, December 4 Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Instructor: Susan Black
Healing the Heart: IR - 888 Coping with Loss On your journey of grief, or loss, you don’t have to travel alone! Join this support group-style class. We’ll talk about understanding grief, and it’s impacts on us, plus going onward into a “new normal” of our lives. This course is not religious in nature. Thursdays: October 1 Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Instructors: Rev. Heather Cherrey
FALL 2020 DATES TO REMEMBER September 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . .Registration Opens October 1st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Courses Begin November 26-27 . . . . . . . . . .College Closed
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