Enrichment Program | Fall 2019 by University College

Enrichment Program Short courses for the love of learning!

Fall 2019

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Today more than ever before, we hear about the value and importance of lifelong learning. Yet, it’s not often we’re presented with the opportunity to challenge conventional thought, explore new territories, or engage in critical discussions that take us out of our comfort zones. These are the experiences that move us forward as citizens, and it’s the type of experience you can expect when you choose to pursue a course in our Enrichment Program. For more than 15 years, the Enrichment Program has served as the front door to the University of Denver, where we welcome you in and provide access to courses designed specifically for adult learners. You live right next to a world-class university; isn’t it time to take advantage of your proximity to this beautiful campus full of experts chomping at the bit to share their knowledge? Take a course (or two or three!) and be surrounded by others who are as thirsty for knowledge as you. You’ll learn from faculty who really know their stuff (that’s a technical term) and are as excited by learning as you are. Whether you’re a long-time Enrichment Program participant or new to our courses, University College and the Enrichment Program are your lifelong learning partners in the Rocky Mountain region. We’re here to facilitate exploration and inspire creative thought. Whether you’re seeking to learn something new or rediscover a longstanding passion, there’s a course or lecture that’s right for you. I think you’ll be surprised by the depth and breadth of topics available—from ancient history to modern technology, we offer non-credit short courses for the love of learning. Join us! With appreciation,

Michael McGuire Dean, University College

Renae Jacob Interim Director, Enrichment Program

Stimulate Your Mind … Reawaken Your Curiosity Simply for the love of learning!

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Cultural Connections Art History Claude Monet Communications Podcasts History/Art History Allen Tupper True History/Sociology Native American Issues Literature Don Quixote Edgar Allan Poe Latina Migrant Narratives Music Joys of Chamber Music Guitar History Getting to Know Figaro Inside the Grand Carillon Nature/Science Orchids Religion Rise in Anti-Semitism Theatre A Dollâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House

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Cultural Connections

Claude Monet (French, 1840–1926), The Houses in the Snow, Norway (Les Maisons dans la neige, Norvège), 1895. Oil paint on canvas, 25.8125 x 36.5 in. Frederic C. Hamilton Collection, bequeathed to the Denver Art Museum, 39.2017.

See Monet course on page 11.

The True You Never Knew: Rediscover One of Denver’s Premier Artists What do the State Capitol, the Greek Theater in Civic Center Park and South High School all have in common? Each features a giant mural depicting the American West. But who was the prolific, grand artist who helped adorn the walls of these iconic public buildings? Only the most famous Colorado artist no one has heard of! Join Denver historian and tour guide Kevin Snow as he introduces you to Coloradoborn (DU-educated!) artist, Allen Tupper True. True was born in Colorado Springs in 1881 and grew up with a deep admiration for Native Americans, leading him to include their lives in his work. In fact, historians consider True’s work to be the most accurate representations of Native American life at the time. Thanks to the giant, mesmerizing murals he created for public spaces, True’s star of fame climbed rapidly but then quickly dissipated as the art world lost interest in what some dismissed as “nostalgia.” Explore the timeline of True’s training and work, from simple magazine illustrations to grand, enormous murals in hotels, government buildings and schools. Then, meet downtown on a Saturday afternoon to stroll and view at True’s works in person. Come away with a deeper appreciation for this remarkable figure from our state’s creative past.

Two sessions

Wed., 6:30–8:30 pm, Sept. 18, 2019 Walking tour, Sat., 1 pm, Sept. 21 ENRICH 0283 / $75

Kevin Snow is a historian and tour guide who has been sharing the stories of Denver and the West with Denver residents and tourists for more than a decade.

Photo by Kristal Kraft

Connecting you to the finest cultural institutions in the Denver area, our Cultural Connections offerings are characterized by unique pairings of in-class learning and off-site experiences. Courses are designed to further your knowledge and appreciation of a genre, artist, period, or culture, as well as to enhance your in-person experience. Examine how two plays written more than 125 years apart influenced and addressed feminism in past and present times. From murder mystery to poetry, explore the works of a literary pioneer, Edgar Allan Poe, and learn about what inspired his work. Take a virtual trip through the French countryside via the works of Impressionist artist, Claude Monet or live vicariously through the adventures of Don Quixote. In all cases, fellow lifelong learners and distinguished experts join forces to make your Enrichment experience educational, inspirational and memorable! Event tickets included unless otherwise noted.

Denver History Tours

Colorado Public Radio Podcasts: A Storytelling Revolution!

In 1938, Orson Welles terrified the nation with his radio broadcast, War of the Worlds, sharing chilling descriptions of aliens landing on Earth. This fictional-yet-believable radio drama was just the latest advancement in humanity’s long history of storytelling. For centuries prior, troubadours wrote songs, poems and stories that they shared around fires, in royal courts and in parlors. But as populations grew and technologies advanced, the most successful storytellers moved to radio waves, which were owned by corporations like CBS and NBC, and run almost exclusively by wealthy, white men. Fast forward to today, when a veritable revolution is taking place in the digital storytelling arena: podcasts. Thanks to readily accessible technologies and distributors, pretty much anyone can create a podcast and share it with the world, leading to a democratization of storytelling. Join Natalia Navarro, CPR morning reporter, as she explores both the fundamentals of this new storytelling medium, as well as the best it has to offer us today. Navarro kicks off the first class by sharing podcast platforms where you can access every release she discusses. Then, share your favorite podcasts today. (If you haven’t listened to any, don’t fret. Podcast rookies welcome!) Examine the various types of podcasts, from investigative news, to fictional stories, to serial releases. What is the value of music and special effects? How have radio voices changed since Welles’ time and why? What is an “NPR Voice?” Next, Navarro shares some of her favorites— This American Life, Code Switch, Planet Money, On Being and Serial, to name a few—and discusses why they stand above the crowd. As an extra treat, enjoy a guest visit from one of Navarro’s CPR colleagues who is working on a podcast. Then, take a field trip to CPR’s brand-new newsroom, watch the pros in action and test your voice in a sound booth. Come away with a better understanding of this popular new storytelling movement.

Five sessions

Tue., 6:30–8:30 pm, Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1, 2019 CPR studio tour, Sat., 1 pm, Oct. 5 ENRICH 0275 / $195

Natalia Navarro has written, produced and voiced radio and online news stories on topics ranging from the 2016 presidential election to Tucson, Arizona’s refugee population. She is a professional radio journalist and NPR contributor with an MA in Journalism from the University of Arizona. In 2017, she was presented with the Award for Outstanding Achievement in Journalism and was an NPR Kroc Fellowship finalist.

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades

Denver Botanic Gardens The Orchid: Coveted, Endangered Bloom

Did you know there are over 20 species of orchids native to Colorado? In fact, over 25,000 species of orchid are thriving on every continent except Antarctica. Such huge numbers suggest that orchids are quite hearty … so why does the average plant enthusiast have such difficulty keeping them alive? Join orchid conservationist Jameson Coopman as he weaves the tale of the beautiful orchid, beginning with the flower’s history. Among the world’s oldest flowering plants, orchids were once believed by ancient Greeks to ensure male virility. During the mid-19th century, Queen Victoria’s “royal orchid grower” sent orchid hunters to South America, where they plundered the orchid population into endangerment. Learn the flower’s fascinating biology, including its unique ways of luring pollinators. Some orchids have evolved to grow blooms that look like insects, tempting those looking for mates. Explore the wild world of orchid poaching, including stories of orchid trafficking and conservation and how Jameson was personally involved in restoring the ghost orchid to the Florida Everglades. Finally, bring it closer to home: your home. Discuss hard-to-grow plants and learn how to maintain and propagate your favorites in your home’s unique environment. Conclude with an instructorguided visit to the Denver Botanic Gardens’ orchid greenhouses, rarely seen by the public. Come away with a new appreciation for this stunning flower (and the ability to keep yours alive). 10% discount to Gardens members.

Five sessions

Mon., 7–9 pm, Sept. 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019 Gardens visit, Sat., 10 am, Oct. 5 ENRICH 0298 / $195

Jameson Coopman is a horticulture research associate at the Denver Botanic Gardens. He earned a master’s in Environmental Horticulture from the University of Florida and conducted his master’s research on conservation of the ghost orchid, a rare and endangered orchid in Florida.

Curious Theatre Company

Colorado Ballet

Fake News, Stereotypes and Political Correctness: Native Americans in the Arts and Media

Dusting Off the Classics: Don Quixote

A groundbreaking 2018 study revealed that most Americans don’t know a single Native American and that the average person’s exposure to contemporary Native Americans is through media and pop culture. Perhaps even more disappointing is that when Native peoples are portrayed, the images often reflect stereotypes, misinformation and assumptions. How does this affect the public perception of Native Americans? Examine these issues with David Heska Wanbli Weiden, a member of the Sicangu Lakota nation and associate professor of Native American Studies and Political Science at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Consider how Natives are portrayed in the arts and media. How do the images square with reality? Then discuss American Indian history and spirituality, including the government’s efforts to criminalize Native religion. Midway through the course, attend the Curious Theatre Company production of The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse, a satirical take on the making of a pageant celebrating Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage month. Return to class to discuss the play. How does political correctness sometimes collide with harsh realities in the Native world? Finally, consider the future for Native Americans. How are they seeking to reshape their boundaries and create new opportunities for indigenous peoples in the 21st century? Come away with new insight into how inaccurate portrayals of Native Americans and their long history continue to impact Native peoples, and how you can help by breaking the cycle of misinformation. 10% discount to Curious subscribers.

Five sessions

Thur., 6:30–8:30 pm, Nov. 7, 14, 21, Dec. 5, 2019 Curious performance, Sat., 7:30 pm, Nov. 16

There is a “before” and an “after” in literature, and the dividing line is Don Quixote. Considered one of the most broadly influential pieces of fiction ever written, Miguel de Cervantes’ novel is hilarious (even today) and tragic on many levels. However, written in the 1600s, it can be daunting for contemporary readers. Using readings, film, fine art and more to reveal the timeless genius of Cervantes’ most famous work, along with the critically acclaimed illustrated novel The Complete Don Quixote by Rob Davis, which allows the dense book to come to life, peel back the layers of this magnificent novel with Chad Leahy, DU assistant professor of Spanish. When the first installment of the book came out in 1605, it was meant to be funny. Quixote, a man who loved reading stories about knights saving damsels in distress, embarked on his own quest to save the world, yet was mocked at every turn. How is the work perceived today, when society appears challenged to help the mentally ill? Consider how Cervantes tricks us into questioning our perception of the world around us—how do we know that what we see is actually there?— and how the novel’s narrator plays games with readers, leaving them constantly off-kilter. Finally, attend a Colorado Ballet performance of Don Quixote to see another magical interpretation of this centuries-old novel. Come away with a new appreciation for this defining work. 10% discount to Colorado Ballet subscribers.

Five sessions

Wed., 6:30–8:30 pm, Sept., 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, 2019 Ballet performance, Sat., 7:30 pm, Oct. 5 ENRICH 0288 / $195

Chad Leahy is assistant professor of Spanish at DU. His specialty is early modern and medieval Spanish cultural studies and he has written several journal articles (in Spanish and English) about Don Quixote and Cervantes.

ENRICH 0285 / $195

David Heska Wanbli Weiden, a member of the Sicangu Lakota nation, received his MFA in Creative Writing from the Institute of American Indian Arts, his JD from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, and his PhD from the University of Texas at Austin. He’s written numerous works of scholarship as well as the novel Winter Counts, publishing in 2020.

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Stories on Stage

Lamont School of Music

Edgar Allan Poe: Madness and Myth

Bells, Bells, Bells! Inside the Grand Carillon

Of all the American writers who flourished before the Civil War, Edgar Allan Poe remains both the most popular and the least understood. Was he the prototypical mad romantic poet, the fearful subject of his own investigations into human oddity? Was he a mathematical and cryptologic genius, the pure rationalist capable of solving any puzzle? Was he a conman, a prankster, with more than a little of P.T. Barnum’s hucksterism in his veins? Join Clark Davis, professor of English and Literary Arts, to explore these artistic and biographical questions about the master of the macabre and the inventor of the modern detective story. Along the way, Clark provides an introduction to Poe’s complex world and leads close readings and discussions of many of his major stories, including The Fall of the House of Usher, The Masque of the Red Death, and The Purloined Letter. How did Poe’s many hardships inspire some of his darkest work? How did his supreme commitment to the imagination enable him to overcome his obvious personal limitations? Come away with the ability to separate Poe, the real artist, from his legendary— and often false—popular image, and gain a deeper understanding of the writer’s remarkable artistic achievement in the context of his difficult and self-destructive life. Conclude the course at Stories on Stage for Words and Music, a unique collaborative performance that includes Poe’s The Masque of the Red Death. 10% discount to SOS subscribers.

Five sessions

Thur., 6:30–8:30 pm, Sept. 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 2019 Stories on Stage performance, Sun., 1:30 pm, Oct. 20 ENRICH 0289 / $195

Clark Davis, professor of English and Literary Arts, specializes in early and 19th-century American literature and is the author of Hawthorne’s Shyness: Ethics, Politics, and the Question of Engagement, After the Whale: Melville in the Wake of Moby-Dick, and It Starts with Trouble: William Goyen and the Life of Writing.

It touches me. It makes a gorgeous sound that to me is a part of everyday life along with the birds and the wind. ~ Carol Jickling Lens, DU carillonneur

Hidden high inside the magnificent gold-topped tower of the Ritchie Center are 65 bronze bells, the largest weighing six tons and featuring a 500-pound clapper. A musical instrument called a carillon, this stationary set of chromatically tuned bells played via a keyboard (with fists and feet, not fingers!) is one of only 185 installments in North America. What is its history? How does it function? What kind of music is played? Who better than 40-year aficionado and DU carillonneur Carol Jickling Lens to lead you in an exploration of this most unusual musical instrument. In class, Lens shares fascinating stories about the carillon, including how and why it originated in the Golden Age of the Netherlands, how DU’s carillon came to be only the second installation in Colorado, what it takes to play and maintain the massive instrument, and why the carillon is still considered a voice of hope around the world. Lens also explains the difference between change ringing bells and carillon playing—and she takes a look at other bells of the world. This fun, handson course features an opportunity to play the practice carillon and a private tour of the 215-foot Williams Tower, home of the Williams Carillon, before being our guest at the 21st Annual Holiday Carillon Recital. 10% discount to Lamont Society members.

Four sessions

Wed., 7–9 pm, Nov. 13, 20, 2019 Carillon tour, TBD Holiday concert, Sun., 3 pm, Dec. 8 ENRICH 0291 / $125

Carol Jickling Lens, carillonneur at the Lamont School of Music since 2010, has performed recitals from coast to coast in the U.S., as well as in England and the Netherlands, and unofficial recitals in St. Petersburg, Russia and South Korea.

Newman Center for the Performing Arts

At the Robert and Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts, our goal is to present nationally and internationally recognized touring artists and engage in the community with various learning opportunities with these artists. Newman Center Presents programming provides the community with experiences that engage “beyond the stage.” Last year’s launch of the National Geographic LIVE! Speaker Series was a big success and we look forward to the return of the series this year. These programs are popular with audiences who are seeking to engage on a variety of stimulating topics with some of the world’s leading scientists, journalists and scholars. Newman Center Presents invites you to continue to enrich your journey through the performing arts and beyond by taking part in these thought-provoking programs.

~ Kendra Whitlock Ingram, Executive Director The Robert and Judi Newman Center for the Performing Arts

Newman Center Presents

DU’s Newman Center for the Performing Arts offers an eclectic mix of performances by world-renowned artists. For more details and ticket information, visit newmancenter.du.edu or call 303-871-7720. Ozomatli / Fri., 7:30 pm, Sept. 27 Ozomatli mixes Latin, hip hop and rock music together under the influence of salsa, jazz, funk, reggae and rap. Twice-honored with Grammys for Best Latin Rock/Alternative Album, Ozomatli is presented by the Newman Center in partnership with the Denver Biennial of the Americas Festival. OzoKidz / Sat., 2 pm, Sept. 28 Featuring original all-children’s music, OzoKidz is the innovative and lively family version of Ozomatli! With hits like Moose on the Loose and Like It’s Your Birthday, children and adults can rock out together. OzoKidz is presented in partnership with Denver’s 5th Biennial of the Americas Festival. Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, Fandango at the Wall / Thur., 7:30 pm, Oct. 3 Arturo O’Farrill has directed the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra since 1995. He has appeared at three landmark Jazz at Lincoln Center concerts, performed world-wide and produced several projects, including Fandango at the Wall, an encouragement to embrace what unites us. Martin Sexton / Sat., 7:30 pm, Oct. 12 Martin Sexton reinvents his own classics for this critically-acclaimed solo performance with what Rolling Stone calls his “soul-marinated voice,” acoustic guitar and a suitcase full of heartfelt songs. Still fiercely independent, this headlining musician has influenced a generation of contemporary artists. Christine Brewer / Sun., 2 pm, Oct. 13 Lamont School of Music and Newman Center Presents welcome Grammy-winning soprano Christine Brewer for a recital, featuring music from the illustrious soloist’s wide-spanning repertoire. One of BBC’s Top 20 Sopranos of All Time, Brewer’s sound is unique, warm, brilliant and filled with personality. Dee Dee Bridgewater / Sat., 7:30 pm, Nov. 9 Performing for nearly five decades, Bridgewater has generation—and chart-spanning talent that expresses the best of jazz, R&B and soul. Her NEA Jazz Master, Grammy-winning voice is a silky, versatile instrument electrified by the test of time. Jon Boogz and Lil Buck: Movement Art Is / Sun., 2 pm, Nov. 24 Featuring dance styles of popping and jookin’ by Jon Boogz, Lil Buck and their dancers, Love Heals All Wounds uses dance to address social issues such as police brutality and violence in America while seeking to promote diversity, inclusion and empathy. David Benoit, A Charlie Brown Christmas / Thur., 7:30 pm, Dec. 12 Classics from Vince Guaraldi’s A Charlie Brown Christmas and familiar carols combine with Benoit’s contemporary jazz piano to ring in the season. The Grammy-nominated pianist and composer has been celebrating Charlie Brown since the 50th anniversary tribute of Peanuts scores in 2000. Holidays with The 5 Browns / Thur., 7:30 pm, Dec. 19 An extraordinary holiday experience, five Steinway pianos fill the stage as the widely celebrated quintet of piano-playing siblings known as The 5 Browns perform beloved holiday music from Bach, The Nutcracker, A Charlie Brown Christmas and Leroy Anderson.

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades

Denver Center for the Performing Arts Anti-Semitism: Past, Present and Future

Twice this year gunmen have entered synagogues in the U.S. and murdered Jewish worshippers. The shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, which claimed 11 lives, is believed to be the deadliest attack on Jews in American history. Unfortunately, anti-Semitism persists and continues to grow in this country and around the globe. According to a recent report by the AntiDefamation League (ADL), the U.S. experienced a doubling of antiSemitic assaults in 2018, with a recorded 1,879 attacks against Jews and Jewish institutions. Why are anti-Semitism, hate speech and hate crimes on the rise not only in the U.S., but also around the world? Join historian Julie Lieber to examine this troubling trend. Anti-Semitism may start with the Jews but it never ends with them. It is part of a larger worldview that encompasses various forms of hate and intolerance. How is the anti-Semitism of today similar or different from the anti-Semitism of the past? How do we understand the new forms of anti-Semitism that are emerging in some forms of white nationalism and antiIsrael rhetoric? Midway through the course, attend the Denver Center for the Performing Arts production of Indecent, a provocative play that explores many of the nuanced questions and themes addressed in class. Come away from this course with a better understanding of the relationship between the antiSemitism of the past and present, and what the future may hold. 10% discount to Denver Center subscribers.

Five sessions

Wed., 7–9 pm, Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, 2019 DCPA performance, Sun., 1:30 pm, Sept. 22 ENRICH 0307 / $195

Julie Lieber, PhD, is a Jewish educator with many years of experience in both academic and community-based settings. Formerly a professor of European History and Jewish Studies at both the University of Denver and University of Colorado, Boulder, Julie now serves as the director of the Kevah Teaching Fellowship, where she trains educators in the pedagogy of conversational adult education.

A Doll’s House: The Door Slam Heard Around the World!

Banned in 1879 for its shocking portrayal of a wife leaving her husband and children, Henrik Ibsen’s A Doll’s House is still raw and relevant today. Toyed with like a doll in a child’s dollhouse, first by her father and then by her husband, Nora fights the suffocating bonds of her marriage and tests society’s limits on a woman’s role and capabilities. Join Ina Marlowe, DU adjunct theatre professor, as she examines both the text of the play and the impact of its many adaptations. Forging her father’s signature to secretly borrow money to save her husband’s life, Nora’s illusions of happiness are shattered when her husband rejects her sacrifice. She then leaves her home and family, risking everything to discover herself. In the original production of the play, Nora’s exit was known as, “The Door Slam Heard Around the World.” Examine how this Ibsen play set fire to an emerging feminist movement. Marlowe also reveals how the play was staged with alternate endings to soften its impact. As recently as 2017, Lucas Hnath wrote A Doll’s House, Part 2, in which Nora returns—successful and proud but needing help from the family she abandoned. What does this say about the expectations we still place on women today? Finally, attend the DCPA’s production of A Doll’s House. Come away with renewed appreciation for this classic play. 10% discount to Denver Center subscribers.

Five sessions

Wed., 7–9 pm, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2019 DCPA performance, Sat., 7:30 pm, Oct. 26 ENRICH 0308 / $195

Ina Marlowe was founder and producing artistic director of Touchstone Theatre, and producing artistic director of Organic Theater Company, both in Chicago. She directed The Glass Menagerie at Denver Center Theatre Company. She also served as the Roe Green Artist at CU Boulder, where she adapted and directed a production of A Doll’s House.

Friends of Chamber Music

Opera Colorado

Music of Friends: The Joys of Chamber Music

A Barber, A Lover, A Legend: Getting to Know Figaro

String quartets have been described as conversations among friends—and so are similarly intimate works created for a variety of players. Evolving from private entertainment for royalty into an art form that has excited music lovers, chamber music inspires composers to boil their ideas down for one-to-a-part ensembles. Follow longtime Enrichment instructor Marc Shulgold back to the beginnings, with Renaissance and Baroque works designed to accompany meals and dance parties. Then, travel to the late 18th century—the era of Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven, when the string quartet was born, and when chamber music became more inclusive, challenging and intense. At first, composers were writing simple pieces for amateur players at home, but as professional ensembles emerged, the music grew in scope as it moved to the concert hall. Sample 19thcentury masterpieces by Schubert, Schumann, Brahms and Tchaikovsky, then continue into the 20th and 21st centuries with Bartók, Shostakovich and today’s chamber music composers. Conclude the course with the Friends of Chamber Music’s season-opener, featuring the world-renowned Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center in a delightful musical buffet. Rare selections include a piece by Harry Burleigh, the young black student who influenced Dvořák’s New World Symphony, along with Copland’s beloved Appalachian Spring, played in its original 13-part setting. 10% discount to FCM subscribers.

“Figaro, Figaro, Fi-ga-ro!” Many of us see those three words and simply must sing them. They come from that ebullient barber, Figaro, but what is it that allows him, over 200 years onward, to still win the hearts of audiences? Join popular Enrichment instructor Betsy Schwarm to explore Figaro’s theatrical origins in two Beaumarchais plays, as well as his operatic existence. Consider where Beaumarchais found his ideas and how they were received in late 18th century Paris. Then, look at how Mozart and Rossini altered Beaumarchais’ works into operas. In what ways can music make a stronger—even funnier—statement than words alone? Consider the challenges of converting a script into an opera libretto. Also discuss what the character of Figaro may imply about the human condition. As part of the class, attend the final dress rehearsal of Opera Colorado’s production of The Barber of Seville. Then, return for a final class to share your impressions, where a representative of Opera Colorado will answer your questions. Discover why this clever barber still fills the opera house! 10% discount to OC subscribers.

Four sessions

Wed., 6:30–8:30 pm, Oct. 23, 30, Nov. 6, 2019 Opera Colorado dress rehearsal, Thur., 7 pm, Oct. 31 ENRICH 0293 / $165

Four sessions

Thur., 7–9 pm, Sept. 26, Oct. 3, 10, 2019 FCM performance, 7:30 pm, Oct. 16 ENRICH 0292 / $185

Marc Shulgold is a music journalist, concert lecturer and teacher. After working at the Los Angeles Times for 12 years, Marc became the first—and the last—music and dance writer at the Rocky Mountain News, covering the cultural scene throughout the region for nearly 22 years.

Betsy Schwarm writes program notes that have appeared internationally and gives preperformance talks for the Colorado Symphony and Opera Colorado. She has contributed over 200 articles to Encyclopedia Britannica, published eight books on classical music as part of her Classical Music Insights series, and spent a dozen years on the air with the vintage KVOD, “The Classical Voice of Denver.”

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Swallow Hill Music The Guitar: “You Don’t Know Why You Like ‘Em But You Do” Some of the best guitar performances of all time have brought audiences to tears. (Think: Jimmy Page’s Stairway to Heaven or Andrés Segovia’s Bach.) The guitar and its masters have long had that effect on people. One of the top-selling musical instruments for decades, the guitar plays a prominent if not adored role in rock and roll, rhythm and blues, country music and other genres. Yet, with roots going back thousands of years, the so-called “six-string piano” has almost always been important to music.

Emphasizing hands-on demonstrations, musician Dick Weissman leads you through the musical history of the guitar. Dick brings a different guitar to class each week as he shows the similarities and differences in how blues, classical, folk, country, jazz and rock guitarists utilize nylon, steel string and 12-string guitars to spin their magical tunes. Expect lively discussions and discerning listening sessions as you explore the following: Class 1: The evolution from Arab lutes, migration to Europe and the United States, and contemporary classical and flamenco artists. Listen to Andrés Segovia, John Williams, Niño Ricardo, Ramón Montoya, Paco de Lucía and others. Class 2: The transition from banjo to guitar in Dixieland Jazz, the guitar as a lead instrument and how it found its way into blues and rhythm and blues. Listen to such artists as Mississippi John Hurt, Eddie Lang and Django Reinhardt (the most famous European jazz player of all time). Class 3: The guitar’s evolution from a rhythm instrument in country string bands and its primary role in American folk music. Consider the works of Chet Atkins, Merle Travis, Joan Baez, Bob Dylan and other country and folk artists, as well as successful 12-string musicians like Blind Willie McTell and Lead Belly. Class 4: Eclectic and modern guitar, British guitarists like John Renbourn and Bert Jansch, American guitarists including Doc Watson, and how artists such as Ry Cooder found a place for the guitar in world music. Before the final session, head to Swallow Hill Music for a unique show specifically tailored for this class: Miguel Espinosa and Martin Gilmore, each playing different musical styles, along with narration and tunes by your instructor, all followed by Q&A. Come away with greater appreciation for this truly amazing instrument and maybe even shed a few (joyful) tears along the way. (Title quote by Waylon Jennings.) 10% discount to Swallow Hill members.

Five sessions

Wed., 7–9 pm, Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019 Swallow Hill concert, Sat., 8 pm, Oct. 26 ENRICH 0294 / $175

Dick Weissman is an accomplished banjo, guitar and mandolin player who has written several books about American roots music. He has also written many recorded songs and instrumental pieces, including one featured on the TV show My Name Is Earl. He previously served as an associate professor of Music at the CU Denver.

Denver Art Museum Embracing Nature: Monet Among the Impressionists

Including a private, instructor-led tour of Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature Think you know Claude Monet? Think again! While the Impressionist master has become a household name, a deeper look at the artist, his world and his lifelong dialogue with nature reveals a more complex story than most people understand. Join Molly Medakovich, teaching specialist for adult programs at the Denver Art Museum, as she vicariously takes you on tours of the stunning, colorful locales Monet visited and called home throughout his long career as a landscape painter. First, explore the artist’s life and work in the context of the Impressionist movement. From his early days in the port town of Honfleur to the crowning achievement of his gardens at Giverny, nature was an endlessly fascinating subject for Monet, affording him the opportunity to immerse himself in both the great outdoors and the act of painting. He also traveled beyond his backyard, finding inspiration in the sun-drenched Mediterranean, the glittering waters of Venice, the foggy environs of London and other sites that offered distinctive lighting, scenery and atmosphere. While Monet is a standout from his time, he was also of his time. Born during a period of industrialization, with urban centers like Paris becoming increasingly modernized, nature took on a renewed importance in the 1800s. The rising number of public parks, the popularity of gardens and gardening, and trains that whisked travelers and artists alike to the salty seaside of the French coast and the green Parisian suburbs all speak to the role of nature as a site and source of rest, leisure and aesthetic beauty. Molly shares the ways that Monet responded to this “green wave” with his colorful, sensitive and inventive approaches to painting the infinitely varying motifs he encountered. For your final class session, enjoy a private tour of the DAM’s exhibition, Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature. Come away with an even deeper appreciation for this master’s work. 10% discount to DAM members.

Four sessions

Tues., 6:30–8:30 pm, Nov 5, 12, 19, 2019 DAM visit, Sun., 8 am, Dec. 1 ENRICH 0271 / $215

Claude Monet (French, 1840–1926), Waterlilies or The Water Lily Pond (Nymphéas), 1904. Oil paint on canvas, 34.626 x 36 in. Denver Art Museum: Funds from the Helen Dill Bequest, 1935.14.

Molly Medakovich is a teaching specialist for adult programs at the Denver Art Museum, an affiliate faculty member of DU’s School of Art & Art History and an independent art historian. A lifelong Francophile, she has a PhD in 18th- and 19thcentury European art history with a focus on French painting and sculpture.

Claude Monet (French, 1840–1926), Path in the Wheat Fields at Pourville (Chemin dans les blés à Pourville), 1882. Oil paint on canvas, 23 x 30.5 in. Frederic C. Hamilton Collection, bequeathed to the Denver Art Museum, 2016.365.

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades

Lighthouse Writers Workshop

What Our Students Are Saying For the Love of Learning!

U.S. Latina Migrant Narratives: There’s More to the Story

Five sessions

Tue., 6:30–8:30 pm, Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019 Lighthouse event, Wed., evening, Nov. 6 ENRICH 0290 / $195

Kristy Ulibarri is an assistant professor in the Department of English and an affiliate faculty of Critical Race and Ethnic Studies. Her research and teaching concentrate on Latinx literature and culture, im/migrant narratives, speculative fiction and cultural studies. She’s currently working on a manuscript titled Visible Borders, Invisible Economies: The Living Dead of Latinx Narratives.

The instructor’s approach was wonderful. [He] brought additional instructors and covered many aspects of the subject without huge ego. Such a wonderful course! ~ Eileen Brown Susan was not only an expert in her field, but her teaching expertise was superb. She had the ability to make her subject come alive with amazing insight and passion. One of the best instructors I’ve had at the University! ~ Marshall Schecter The instructor fully engaged all the class participants in the conversation. Was skillful at weaving many comments into a cohesive narrative. ~ Carol Svendsen Dynamic, knowledgeable, enthusiastic lecturer. ~ Anonymous

Credit Bill Eichner

When the Central American “migrant caravan” reached the U.S.-Mexico border in 2018, military troops sprayed the migrants, who were legally seeking asylum, with CS gas (a substance banned in warfare by the Geneva Protocol). Why has media coverage of immigration ignored the differing types of immigration procedures and the historical complexities of migration? Turning to literature often offers greater insight. Led by Assistant Professor of English Kristy Ulibarri, consider four U.S. Latina books about the migrant experience, primarily focusing on the distinct historical contexts and reasons for immigration. Valeria Luiselli’s Tell Me How It Ends relates her experience with the U.S. Immigration Court’s interviews with current Central American childmigrants. How do those circumstances diverge from Helena María Viramontes’, Under the Feet of Jesus, about young Mexican and MexicanAmerican migrant labor, which is rooted in the U.S.-Mexico guest-worker program of 1942? How should we understand the political coups and instability of the Caribbean and Latin America as represented in Christina Diaz Gonzalez’s The Red Umbrella and Julia Alvarez’s In the Time of Butterflies? How do these stories refute the sweeping generalizations about why people migrate? Conclude the course by attending Lighthouse Writers Workshop’s Inside the Writer’s Studio with Julia Alvarez, who will be discussing her wide range of work addressing the immigrant experience. 10% discount to Lighthouse Writers Workshop members.

The instructor was very interesting, entertaining, engaging and made the topic easy to understand and extremely informative. Because of the professor, I plan to attend additional lectures! He was fantastic! ~ Barbara Springer

This class was an interesting assemblage of current topics. The profs. were all experts in their areas. Participation from the students was enthusiastic. My complements to all the profs. for their time and expertise leading the discussions. ~ Karl Zipf [The instructor] is an excellent communicator. The joy, excitement and knowledge he brings to the classroom is contagious. I came away from the course with new skills to enhance my appreciation of the Baroque Era. ~ Jodie Wiepking I learned about things I have never thought about. The lecture was informative and just made me want to know more. ~ Anonymous Thank you for the opportunity to continue to learn. I took 5 classes this go around. Big fan! ~ Suzanne Bastin You offer everything! ~ Mariellen Guerra

Music

Faculty Showcase

Forget the days of stark lecture halls, the repetition of historic dates, and copious notes overflowing in binders. Today’s “lectures” are engaging, stimulating, and timely, and they’re presented by some of the best faculty and topic experts in the Denver region. As leaders in their fields, Enrichment instructors help us understand local and global issues, explain historical impacts and scientific discoveries, and guide us to becoming better artists and healthier people. They are engineers, attorneys, researchers and environmentalists. We’re continually inspired and amazed by the expertise of the Enrichment faculty who land in these pages. Now it’s your chance to engage with some of the best minds in Colorado, the nation, and the world!

The Soundtrack of a Revolution: Popular Music of the Civil Rights Movement

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Photo by Scott Dressel-Martin.

Music is often used as a vehicle to express a person’s or an entire generation’s ideas and emotions, sometimes even lending an anthem to cultural movements that change history. Think: Woodstock, which is enjoying its 50th anniversary this August. But perhaps no other movement motivated musicians and singers to express hope and outrage like the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s and 70s. Join M. Roger Holland II, director of The Spirituals Project, as he examines the issues of civil rights, justice and equality through the lens of performers who sought to influence change through music. With a particular focus on the life and music of Nina Simone, called The High Priestess of Soul, Holland examines the events in history that sparked outrage and response from musicians, who sought to inspire a change of heart and legislation in the land of the free and home of the brave. While significant time and scholarship have been devoted to the group songs sung during the Civil Rights Movement (largely, Negro Spirituals), not much scholarship has been devoted to the secular music that both informed and influenced the Movement. Holland weaves a blend of audio, video, history and personal discussions to connect the musical, sociological and historical factors that were the Civil Rights Movement. Come away with a richer understanding of the music that championed civil rights.

Four sessions

Thur., 7–9 pm, Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2019 ENRICH 0295 / $155 See photography course on page 26.

M. Roger Holland II is a teaching assistant professor of music and religion, and director of The Spirituals Project at DU’s Lamont School of Music. A graduate of Union Theological Seminary in New York City where he received a Master of Divinity degree, Roger also served as artist-inresidence and director of the Union Gospel Choir for over 13 years. See more music courses in the Cultural Connections section.

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Enrichment Lecture Series Drought: What Can Denver Learn From Cape Town’s “Day Zero?”

Water resource management is a top priority for the world’s urban centers. Just look at Cape Town, South Africa, where the worst drought in over a century received international attention for nearly running the city dry. What are the implications for Denver? Can a “Day Zero” happen here? Meghan McCarroll, DU doctoral candidate in drought management, shares lessons that Denver should learn from Cape Town’s trials in order to keep our taps flowing and plants growing in a water-stressed future. Thur., 7–9 pm, Sept. 19, 2019 ENRICH 0270 / $25

Smart Grid 101

At more than 100 years old, the U.S. power grid is inefficient and vulnerable. Yet, due to its ubiquitous nature (transmission lines crisscross the country; distribution lines lead into nearly every home), what are the options for modernization? Join David Wenzhong Gao, director of DU’s Renewable Energy and Power Electronics Lab, as he discusses the history of the grid’s development, challenges we face today and our options for the future. Learn how smart grids and microgrids will help us become more efficient while also offering greater customer satisfaction. Tue., 7–9 pm, Sept. 24, 2019 ENRICH 0266 / $25

Companion Animal Connections to Healthier Communities

With approximately 150 million companion dogs and cats in homes in the U.S., there’s clearly a love for animals in this country. But have you ever considered the profound effects non-human animal companions can have on your health? Join Kevin Morris, PhD, director of research for the University of Denver’s Institute for Human-Animal Connection, as he reveals his group’s diverse research on the impacts of animals in clinical environments and within communities. Discover how creating connections with animals cultivates a healthier and more humane society! Thur., 7–9 pm, Oct. 24, 2019 ENRICH 0269 / $25

Discovering Drones: The Future Is Now

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s … a drone? Commercial drone delivery is here. Companies like Google, Amazon and Uber are gearing up to deploy fleets of drones, enabling delivery of packages, medicine and food. Join Jerry Ceja Jr., program manager at the Transportation Institute at the University of Denver, to learn about the rules, regulations and technology behind commercial drone delivery so you can be the first to receive your package from the sky and get a glimpse of what’s coming next. Mon., 7–9 pm, Nov. 11, 2019 ENRICH 0267/ $25

Oil and Gas in Colorado: Where Do We Stand?

Colorado is facing a significant level of tension between energy production and regulation. While some areas are witnessing production booms (e.g., Julesburg Basin and Greater Wattenburg), some voters and legislators are working to restrict drilling in order to protect public health, safety and the environment. Join Jim Martin, oil and gas attorney and former regional director of the EPA, as he discusses the tension between our need for oil and gas energy sources and Colorado’s regulatory trends. Mon., 7–9 pm, Nov. 18, 2019 ENRICH 0268 / $25

Current Issues Democrats, Republicans and Israel: Historical and Contemporary Shifts

Over the past year Israel has emerged as a major issue of contention within the Democratic Party as conservative, and often older, Democrats have continued to advocate for large-scale support of the state, while liberal or leftist, and often younger, Democrats have argued that the party should take a more critical view of the state. At the same time, the Republican Party is united in offering full support for Israel. Why has the national discussion on Israel, including popular support for the nation, shifted so dramatically and relatively quickly? Examine this question under the guidance of Jonathan Sciarcon, associate professor of History and Judaic Studies. First providing both the historical and contemporary background on the United States’ support for Israel going back to the state’s founding in 1948, Jonathan explores the factors that led to strong bi-partisan support of Israel in the House and the Senate in the 1950s and 1960s as well as strong executive-level support from the late 1960s forward. Also discuss the increase in Republican identification with Israel from the 1980s to the present juxtaposed with the decline in Democratic support for the state over the past decade. Come away with a better understanding of why this erosion of bi-partisan consensus on Israel has occurred and what it means to the relationship between the two countries.

Two sessions

Wed., 6:30–8:30 pm, Oct. 16, 23, 2019 ENRICH 0278 / $85

Election 2020: The Race Is On

Just moments after the 2016 election was over, many voters were already looking toward 2020. With the stakes as high as anyone can remember, Election 2020—especially the race for president— is being cast as one of the most exciting and eventful in decades. Join popular Enrichment instructor and Bloomberg journalist Tripp Baltz to preview the candidates, the issues and the myriad factors that will come into play over the next 12 months. First, consider the presidential race: Is it all about Donald Trump—moving on from him or with him? How might socialist candidates, such as Bernie Sanders, influence the election this time around? What about the new pool of women and minorities? Will the onslaught of Democratic candidates overwhelm primary voters or instead lead to record turnout? According to the Pew Research Center, the 2020 electorate promises to be unique, with more minorities and a new generation (“Z”) of voters between the ages of 18-23 headed to the polls. How might these demographic shifts play out politically? Also consider key races in the House and the Senate, including here in Colorado. Around the country, will civility and moderation return to the public debate, or is shouting and name-calling in politics the new status quo? Drawing from media reports, analysis and headlines, expect lively discussions and perhaps even bold predictions about what will appear on front pages across the nation the morning after November 3, 2020.

Three sessions

Wed., 6:30–8:30 pm, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 2019 ENRICH 0277 / $ 135 Jonathan Sciarcon, associate professor of History and Judaic Studies, has taught at the University of Denver since 2010. His expertise is in the history of the modern Middle East with an emphasis on the study of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. At DU his course offerings include History of Israel/ Palestine; U.S.-Israeli Relations, 1948–Present; American Christians and Israel; and American Jews, Israel, and Zionism.

Tripp Baltz, author and reporter for Bloomberg BNA, teaches courses in history, law, politics, media, technology, philosophy and anthropology.

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades

Current Issues The Changing Nature of Warfare: Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Conflict

The ever-expanding technology of artificial Intelligence is transforming every aspect of society— including warfare. Although technology has been a defining parameter in warfare since the beginnings of human society, today’s innovations are producing technologies faster than we can “civilize” them. Drawing on readings from Kai-Fu Lee, Steven Pinker, Kevin Kelly, Sun Tzu and Carl von Clausewitz, retired U.S. Army colonel and technology strategist Bryan Sparling examines the role of information technology in war and what it means for the future of the nation state. Begin with a discussion of the history of information technology in war and the exponential change that has occurred. Explore the dynamics of information, warfare and cyber conflict. Examine what, exactly, cyber war and information war are. Then move on to artificial intelligence (AI) and other transformational technologies. How is the advent of AI shaping approaches to warfare? Will a “tech tsunami” create greater tensions between rival countries (i.e., an AI arms race)? Finally, consider the future of intelligence and its relationship to being human. We live in the most affluent, healthy and safe era of human history, nonetheless fear and uncertainty commonly dominate our thoughts about the future. Yet, while technology has consistently increased the human capacity for killing, violence has steadily declined since 1945. Why is information technology the proximate cause of all these paradoxes and what will the global emergence of AI portend for humanity?

Four sessions

Mon., 7–9 pm, Sep. 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019 ENRICH 0276 / $175

Retired Army Col. Bryan Sparling is a technology strategist and graduate instructor at the Technology, Cybersecurity and Policy Program of the CU Boulder Engineering School. Bryan’s military career spanned three decades as an information technology and communications officer, strategic planner and information warfare leader. He served extensively overseas including combat tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and culminated as the Director of Information and Special Programs for the U.S. European Command in Stuttgart, Germany. Currently, Bryan is advising the U.S. Army Cyber Command in increasing its capacity to conduct information warfare.

Current Issues

Religion

Three Wars and a Democracy: Arab Spring Case Studies

The Emergence of Monotheism: A Complex and Controversial History

In late 2010, to the surprise of not only the people of the Middle East but also observers around the world, the Arab Spring erupted with the selfimmolation of a Tunisian fruit vendor on the streets of Tunis. The ensuing events raised the hopes for democratic change of tens of millions throughout North Africa, the Levant and even the Persian Gulf. Yet eight years later, little positive change has been seen. What happened? Guided by former U.S. Ambassador Gary Grappo, Distinguished Fellow at DU’s Center for Middle East Studies, examine the courses taken by three failed countries—Syria, Yemen and Libya—and one single success— Tunisia—as each responded to high expectations and the possibilities that would come with reform. Why do the three “failures” remain mired in ugly tribal and sectarian wars that began in the midst of the Arab Spring? And why do the prospects for realizing the hopes of their citizens remain dim? On the other hand, consider Tunisia, the only country that witnessed a genuine transformation to democracy. Why was Tunisia’s experience so different? Explore the possible reasons for the dramatically different courses taken by these countries and what can be learned going forward.

For centuries, much has been debated about the origins of monotheism—the belief in a singular deity. In an ancient era when polytheistic religions dominated the world, how did the belief in one deity emerge? There is one thing most scholars agree on: Monotheism did not arise out of nothing. Rather, it transpired through a complex, multi-stage process marked by internal and external conflict that spanned several millennia and involved numerous religious traditions, primarily Judaism, Christianity and Islam. In what ways did individuals and communities struggle to distinguish themselves from their nonmonotheistic predecessors and neighbors? Why were they compelled to convince others to do the same? Join Amy Balogh, lecturer at DU’s Center for Judaic Studies, to explore the fascinating story of how monotheism emerged to become the world’s most observed religious practice. Begin by examining the ancient Near Eastern religious environment in which the idea of monotheism first appeared. Discuss how the movement toward monotheism shaped the texts of the Hebrew Bible, the New Testament and the Qur’an, and explore archaeological sites and case studies in material culture. How does an understanding of the lived experiences of religion help us to better understand monotheism’s emergence? Come away with new insight into one of human civilization’s most important developments and the controversies surrounding it.

Two sessions

Thur., 6:30–8:30 pm, Nov. 7, 14, 2019 ENRICH 0279 / $95

Gary Grappo is a Distinguished Fellow at The Center for Middle East Studies at the Korbel School of International Studies. Holding nearly 40 years of diplomatic and public policy experience, Ambassador Grappo’s career with the U.S. State Department included service in Jerusalem as head of the Quartet mission and Envoy under former British Prime Minister Tony Blair; Minister Counselor for Political Affairs at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad; U.S. Ambassador to Oman; and Charge d’Affaires and Deputy Chief of Mission of the U.S. Embassy in Saudi Arabia. He served as a Visiting Senior Scholar at the University of Wyoming in 2016–17.

Four sessions

Thur., 6:30–8:30 pm, Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 2019 ENRICH 0306 / $175

Amy L. Balogh is an adjunct lecturer and the program manager at DU’s Center for Judaic Studies. She is also a visiting lecturer in the Department of Religion at Colorado College, an affiliate faculty in the Department of Liberal Arts at Regis University, and the author of Moses Among the Idols: Mediators of the Divine in the Ancient Near East, published in 2018. See Rise in Anti-Semitism course on page 8.

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Ethics & Economics Economics and Ethics: What Is Life Worth?

Classical economics suggests (somewhat myopically) that all human behavior can be understood as the maximizing of utility, or wealth. Traditional ethics is viewed as a search for unchanging, eternal principles. Both theories are under vigorous assault. In fact, in the view of Economics instructor Bob Melvin and Emeritus Professor of Ethics Buie Seawell, an economics that reduces reality to mathematics (“just do the math”) and an ethics without relevance to real-world dilemmas are simply intellectual dead ends. We live in a time of both economic and ethical crisis—join popular Enrichment instructors Bob and Buie to discuss how we got here and what should be done about it. Class 1: “How Much of Everything Is Each Person Entitled to? (And Says Who?)” Never has our world’s distribution of wealth been so inequitable and never has there been such a political and social division as to how to address it. Yet, perhaps the greatest tragedy is our inability to frame civil conversations about this fundamental issue of distributive justice. Class 2: “What Is ‘the Chief End of Man’?” Both economics and ethics are fundamentally about human nature—but, oh, how they can fundamentally disagree! What are the components of a rich life, of happiness, of meaning? For example, considering artificial intelligence or the Turing test, what is it that makes one uniquely human? Class 3: “Democratic Capitalism, a Marriage Made in Hell?” The failure of either politics or economics to solve issues such as public and private debt, healthcare, global warming, income distribution and immigration is destroying public confidence in both democracy and capitalism. More than a Constitutional crisis, are we witnessing the destruction of our civilization? Class 4: “So What?” Where do we go from here? We need a new economics and a new ethics. What sort of leadership is needed to guide us through the difficult challenges ahead? What should be our narrative going forward? Yuval Harari, in Homo Deus, said that knowledge (unlike raw materials and energy) is a growing resource—the more you use, the more you have. Come share your knowledge and as a group contemplate how this pivotal century ahead might—or should—play out.

Four sessions

Wed., 6:30–8:30 pm, Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct. 2, 2019 ENRICH 0301 / $175

Bob Melvin is a consultant, award-winning instructor of Economics and Human Communication, and recipient of DU’s Adjunct Teaching Excellence Award. Buie Seawell, professor emeritus, retired as professor of the practice in the Department of Business Ethics and Legal Studies at Daniels College of Business in July 2017. He serves on the Ethics and Professionalism Committee of the American Board of Medical Specialties.

Philosophy

Psychology

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Dream Analysis Through the Ages: Gods, Indigestion, Freud and Jung

Happiness: What Is It? How Can We Achieve It?

The quest for happiness is surely as old as humanity itself, so it’s understandable why the quest for a definition of happiness is almost as old. As Aristotle pointed out, we should like to know what happiness is, in outline at least, so that we have a target to aim at. Join Jeffrey Ogle, lecturer in philosophy at MSU Denver, for a multi-disciplinary look at the nature of happiness. Discover how the emerging field of positive psychology has drawn on Aristotle in formulating its notions of well-being and flourishing. Positive emotion is not enough for well-being; such things as relationships and engagement also matter. In the second class, prepare to analyze the notion of goodness. Supposing that a happy life is a good one, it seems to follow that a happy life is full of good things. What are the good things that constitute a good life? In class three, think seriously about the means for the achievement of happiness (or well-being). Aristotle and experts in positive psychology agree that certain virtues are needed and that emotional intelligence is crucial. Class four focuses on meaning in life: what is it for one’s life to be meaningful, and how does meaning intersect with happiness? Come away with a deeper understanding of the concept of happiness and new ways to reflect on your own life’s meaning.

Four sessions

Thur., 6:30–8:30 pm, Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2019 ENRICH 0302 / $175

Jeffrey Ogle, PhD, is a lecturer at Metropolitan State University of Denver and teaches at Regis University regularly. He specializes in phenomenology and ethics and has published on the nature of the self.

Throughout history, dreams have been regarded as prophetic, as indicative of the will of God or the Gods and as instructive for specific courses of action. These spiritual approaches to dreams differ greatly from psychological perspectives of the early 1900s, which held that dreams revealed the workings of our conscious and unconscious lives. Today, clinical psychologists all but dismiss dreams as irrelevant “brain firings.” Why are there so many perspectives? Join Sharon Coggan, director of the CU Denver Religious Studies Program, as she explains the history of dream analysis in religious and psychological traditions around the world. Start with Shamanic, Biblical, Greek and 19th-century concepts of dreams. Shamans used dream imagery to heal and the Greeks believed dreams could diagnose illness. How have dreams informed other cultures over time? Next, learn why scientists of the late 19th century dismissed dreams as the result of indigestion. From sacred messages to belly rumblings, how did dreams plummet so far in significance? Then, of course, examine Sigmund Freud, who pioneered clinical dream analysis with his book from 1900, The Interpretation of Dreams. Finally, learn about Carl Jung’s work. Whereas Freud believed dreams conveyed sexual impulses, Jung believed dreams were communications from the unconscious. Throughout the course, keep your own dream journal and decide for yourself if your nighttime musings are trying to tell you something!

Four sessions

Tues., 7–9 pm, Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1, 2019 ENRICH 0303 / $175

Sharon L. Coggan, PhD, teaches at the University of Colorado Denver and serves as director of the Religious Studies Program, which she created. Her areas of study include History of Religions, Eastern Thought, Mythic Studies, and Psychology of Religion.

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades

Psychology The Truth About Lies: Learning to Detect the Lies That Matter

What if we had detected the high-stakes lies told by Adolph Hitler, Bernie Madoff or Lance Armstrong? Imagine the lives, money and time saved! On the flip side: Do we really want all of our little white lies exposed? Not likely. Join Assistant Professor Leanne ten Brinke, director of DU’s Truth and Trust Lab, as she examines lies and why we tell them. First, study the history of lie detection from Ancient Greece to today’s polygraph. What are the types of lies we tell and are we able to detect them? Next, Leanne discusses how lies and lie detection are studied in the lab, and why these lab-based paradigms may have hampered our understanding of high-stakes lies (the kind we really want to detect). Then, Leanne lets you test your own ability to detect lies. Using in-class exercises and videos, she explains how a liar’s emotional facial expressions can reveal the truth. Finally, discuss why it may be increasingly important for us to better understand and detect lies. Are the powerful better liars than the powerless? What is gaslighting? And why are some people habitual liars? Come away with a new appreciation for lies, their impact on our lives, and the struggle to detect them better.

Four sessions

Tue., 6:30–8:30 pm, Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019 ENRICH 0305/ $175

Leanne ten Brinke, PhD, is an assistant professor at the University of Denver, where she directs the Truth and Trust Lab. Previously, she was a Banting Postdoctoral Fellow in the Haas School of Business and Department of Psychology at UC Berkeley.

Forensic (Psych) Files: Understanding Criminal Behavior

People have long been fascinated by crime in television and movies, as well as in real life. From documentaries such as Making a Murderer to a barrage of true-crime podcasts seeking to replicate the success of Serial, the popularity of true crime stories is soaring. Beyond the curiosity factor (much like hearing the details of a natural disaster), people are watching and listening in hopes of gaining a better understanding of how to make sense of the senseless. From Ted Bundy to Casey Anthony to Bill Cosby, high-profile criminals raise an important question: Why do seemingly “normal” people engage in criminal behavior? Although the media has historically glamorized such individuals, the reasons why they committed their heinous acts are anything but glamorous and the impacts of their crimes are far-reaching. Join Apryl Alexander, clinical assistant professor in the Graduate School of Professional Psychology, as she helps you to gain an understanding of the personal, psychological, economical and societal costs of criminal behavior. Examining topics including general criminal offending, sexual offending, mass and serial killing, juvenile offenders and psychopathy, Alexander discusses case studies and research and also draws on her extensive history in working in jails, forensic psychiatric hospitals, and inpatient and outpatient facilities. Come away with insight into how scientists currently understand criminal behavior and ways to prevent the behaviors from happening in the future.

Four sessions

Mon., 7–9 pm, Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 ENRICH 0304 / $175

Apryl Alexander is a clinical assistant professor in the Graduate School of Professional Psychology at DU. She received her PsyD in clinical psychology from the Florida Institute of Technology with concentrations in forensic psychology and child and family therapy.

Law Rights of Nature: From Trees to Bees, Should Nature Have Legal Standing?

In recent months, news outlets have offered a steady stream of alarming environmental news, including that carbon emissions have reached unprecedented levels and that some one million species are faced with extinction in the coming decades due to human impacts on the environment. Among the species are insects, the loss of which threatens “catastrophic” impacts to the world’s ecosystems. The evidence is abundant and overwhelming: the planet’s life-sustaining properties are under siege, producing significant risks to human and non-human life. Yet, legal and policy responses are not commensurate with this ecological state of affairs. Environmental laws largely serve to regulate—but not significantly reduce or even halt—destruction of the natural world. Many advocates seeking to protect the earth have concluded the legal status of the natural world must change—that, in short, like corporations, nature must have rights. Join Karen Breslin, environmental law attorney and political science instructor, to consider this very real concept of nature possessing rights. While some believe this idea is far-fetched, even nonsensical, approximately a dozen U.S. communities have written “rights of nature” into their local statutes in an effort to stop the destruction of the natural environment. Just this year, Toledo granted Lake Erie the status of a person so that it may defend itself in court. The concept is also gaining ground internationally. Certainly, no shortage of critical questions arise, such as: What are the implications of granting personhood status to non-humans and natural features? How will the interests of the natural world be represented in court? Would granting rights to the natural world help stem the tide of ecological destruction? Consider these questions and others now on the policy table in many regions of the world, and come away with a better idea of whether granting legal rights to nature is both advantageous and viable.

Four sessions

Mon., 6:30–8:30 pm, Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2019 ENRICH 0287/ $175

Karen Breslin is an attorney and political science instructor at UC Denver where she teaches Environmental Politics and Constitutional Law. Her legal practice is primarily focused on environmental law, including as a contract lawyer for the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund, which is among the leading advocates worldwide seeking to advance the rights of nature. Formerly, she worked for the Intermountain Region of the National Park Service where she held several positions including senior policy advisor and assistant regional director.

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Colorado River

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Personal Development

Writing Writing Children’s Picture Books: Learn the Craft

Wills and Trusts: Which Is Right for You?

Do you know who will receive your assets upon your death? What if you become disabled before you die? Who would you want to manage your money? These questions are at the heart of two types of legal documents that everyone should understand: wills and trusts. Join John R. Phillips, attorney and certified financial planner, as he de-mystifies the often-confusing language and intentions behind wills and trusts, and explains why you should have one or both in place. In the first class, John explains the legal definition of incapacity/disability and the related medical and financial decisions you should make today, including living wills and powers of attorney. What are the steps you should take while you’re alive to plan for disability and death? Next, learn about the types of wills that you should consider, what should and should not be included in a will, and the requirements for validity. Also examine the process of probate so that your will actually achieves your goals when you’re gone. Class three covers trusts, which can function like a will but also include terms for managing your assets while you’re alive, should you need help. Finally, begin planning: Will, trust or both? Learn how to attach your values to the inheritance and when to create a comprehensive estate plan. Come away with a clear understanding of how you want your estate managed and the ability to assure your wishes are met.

Four sessions

Mon., 6:30–8:30 pm, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, 2019 ENRICH 0300 / $175

John R. Phillips, certified financial planner, is an estate planning attorney, adjunct professor at Metropolitan State University of Denver, and a member of the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys.

How many times have you read a children’s picture book and thought, “This is so short and simple! How hard could it be to write one?” That’s exactly what award-winning children’s book author Denise Vega thought—until she tried. Now she knows the answer to that naïve question: very hard. Join Vega as she explores the art and craft of writing a good picture book. Learn how to critically evaluate existing picture books and understand why they work. Explore character development, story structure, language and rhythm. Then, under Vega’s guidance, generate ideas for your own story, begin writing and revising as you give and receive light feedback in a supportive classroom setting. Vega leads entertaining discussions about some of her favorite children’s books and authors, and provides handouts and worksheets to guide you in your own process. Prior to class, students will receive a short article to read and an easy assignment. Come to the first class with your own favorite children’s picture books … and even those that you can’t believe were published! By the end of class, you’ll have the beginning of or perhaps even a completed manuscript and skills to critically evaluate your own future work.

Four sessions

Tue., 6:30–8:30 pm, Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2019 ENRICH 0309 / $175

Denise Vega is the award-winning author of seven books for children, including her 2017 picture book, If Your Monster Won’t Go to Bed, illustrated by Zachariah Ohora and Grandmother, Have the Angels Come?, which won the Colorado Book Award for Children’s Literature.

Nature & Science Peak Plastic: How Can We Solve This Global Environmental Crisis?

World production of plastic has increased exponentially—from 2.3 million tons in 1950, to 162 million in 1993, to 448 million in 2015. Worse, only 7 percent of that plastic is recycled. The rest lies in waste where it leaches toxins over hundreds of years across our planet. By 2050, scientists estimate that there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish. But plastic products have made absolutely critical advancements in our world, as well. (Think: pacemakers, renewable energy technologies, lightweight vehicles.) Our choices would be much easier if we were talking only straws and bottles. How can we continue innovating with plastics while not polluting our planet? Join Jack Buffington, DU assistant professor of the practice and author of Peak Plastic: The Rise or Fall of Our Synthetic World, as he defines this epic problem and shares possible solutions. First, explore what is meant by the “plastics problem.” According to Jack, we will likely hit “peak plastic” by 2030. What does that mean? Next, what exactly is plastic? Learn about all the ways we use plastic and ask yourself which uses you’d be willing to give up to save the planet. (You’ll be startled to realize how personal this problem gets.) In the final two classes, Jack shares his ideas for both short-term and long-term fixes. (Hint: Recycling won’t cut it.) Come away with a realistic (and hopeful!) impression of ways we can solve this giant problem.

Four sessions

Tue., 6:30–8:30 pm, Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3, 2019 ENRICH 0299 / $175

Jack Buffington is assistant professor of the practice in Supply Chain Management at the Daniel’s College of Business and University College. He has authored numerous articles and several books on supply chain systems. His 2018 book Peak Plastic: The Rise or Fall of Our Synthetic World is being hailed as a novel solution to a ubiquitous environmental problem.

See Rights of Nature course on page 21.

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades

Nature & Science Medical Aspects of Drug Abuse: Separating Myth From Science

Can you die the first time you try cocaine? Are “crack” and “crank” the same? Why is meth so addictive? Did you ever wonder about the difference between “uppers” and “downers?” How can we reverse an opioid overdose in seconds?

How can one drop of Fentanyl kill you? Join Peter Bryson, MD, a board-certified toxicologist and emergency physician, in this interactive course as he discusses the drugs of abuse that are in our communities. Bryson addresses stimulants (cocaine, crack, amphetamines, methamphetamine, Ritalin and more), depressants (Valium, Xanax, the barbiturates and others), opioids (heroin, morphine, fentanyl, oxycodone, OxyContin and others), and inhalants (glue and paint). He will also answer your questions about marijuana and other cannabinoids, including CBD, and the ramifications of the opioid over-usage and possible management strategies for this serious and deadly crisis. Along the way, learn how drugs work on the specific brain receptors in our bodies. How can those effects lead to the various toxicities associated with overuse or overdose? Bryson shares the various forms of treatment available for immediate overdose as well as for those who are addicted. Come away with a thorough understanding of how drugs cause their effects at the cellular/receptor level, as well as the mechanisms of how long-term usage can lead to drug-seeking behavior and addiction.

Three sessions

Mon., 6:30–8:30 pm, Sept. 9, 16, 23, 2019 ENRICH 0297 / $135

Peter Bryson, MD, was previously Associate Director of the Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center. He has worked as an ER physician at several Denver hospitals and has lectured extensively all over the U.S. and Canada, educating emergency physicians to recognize and treat toxins and overdoses.

Climate Science and Policy: Can We Meet the Challenge?

Affirming what climate scientists have been saying since the ‘70s, the November 2017 National Climate Assessment reports, “It is extremely likely that human influence has been the dominant cause of the observed warming since the mid-20th century.” To the surprise of many, even the White House didn’t try to refute the findings. Can the science be wrong? How do scientists evaluate the human activities that lead to global warming? What are the uncertainties in their findings? What is the reaction from those who oppose action to protect the climate? Join atmospheric science expert Chuck Wilson, a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, to explore the science behind climate change findings and how climate policy must respond. Learn about the research behind findings such as rising temperatures and melting ice, and the contributive human activities. Discuss greenhouse gases and possible scenarios if emissions are not eliminated. In light of the latest assessment, will the United States step up to the longterm challenge of climate change? What policies can address the climate crisis? Come prepared for thoughtful discussions and leave with deeper insight into what many consider to be the greatest threat of our time.

Four sessions

Thur., 6:30–8:30 pm, Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 2019 ENRICH 0296 / $175

James Charles Wilson, Distinguished University Professor, Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, has studied atmospheric science since 1972 and has been supported by NASA to make measurements in the atmosphere since 1980. He specializes in small particles in the air (atmospheric aerosols) and their impact on air quality, ozone depletion and climate.

Art Expressive Figure Drawing: A Natural Approach to Developing Your Own Individual Interpretations

Intimidated by the idea of drawing the human figure? Don’t worry—you’re not alone! But learning to draw the figure can not only be fun and creative but also a great way to learn more about your own personal style of expression. Join Colorado artist and art instructor Jeffrey Keith in this handson workshop to explore your individual interpretations and expressive drawing by developing a natural approach to figure drawing. Learn about the essential tools and techniques of figure drawing and experiment with new ways to interpret the human form. Utilizing a step-by-step approach and professional nude models, Jeffrey shows you how to view the human form so that you’re able to draw basic shapes, express movement, depict light and shadow, and create a realistic human figure. Class will begin drawing in black and white and then branch out into drawing with color, as desired. Come away with the knowledge and skills to continue expressing your own creative style with only a pencil and some paper, and the subject of your choice. This course is appropriate for both beginning and intermediate drawers. Students will be required to bring materials. Space is limited so enroll early!

Two-day workshop

Sun., 9 am–noon; 1–4 pm, Oct. 13, 20, 2019 ENRICH 0273 / $195

Colorado artist Jeffrey Keith been teaching drawing, painting and color theory at the University of Denver School of Art & Art History for over 25 years. As a working artist and educator, Jeffrey has been successfully introducing students of all kinds, young and old, in all sorts of settings, to making visual art. Credit Jeffrey Keith

Credit Jeffrey Keith

See Claude Monet course on page 11.

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Art Photography and the Mindset of a Photographer

As we learn photography, we develop creative and technical skills based on the classes we take, the books we read, the images we view and the world we live in. Then, through the experience of photographing that world, our minds create pathways of thinking and creative problem solving that help us construct our photographs in ways that are unique to us. That moment of pressing the shutter is informed by such factors as our mood, gear and technical knowledge. Explore the relationship between the technical and creative sides of photography with professional photographer Scott Dressel-Martin. Discover how you’ve become the photographer you are now and learn how to continue to grow as a maker of your own powerful images. Along the way, review the basic technical knowledge necessary for mastering your camera, consider the creative possibilities and limitations in your current and future gear, and explore what influences you as a photographer. How can those influences expand and enhance your creative output? Between classes, join Scott for a shooting expedition in Denver, then return to class for a final critique and constructive advice on how to continue your creative growth. Whether you’re an amateur or a freshly minted professional, gain a new mindset for more consistently capturing compelling and personally meaningful images. Geared toward intermediate and advanced photographers with a good understanding of the basic controls of photography; not recommended for cell phone photographers.

Three sessions

Mon., 6–9 pm, Nov. 4, 11, 2019 Denver photo shoot, Sat., 8–11 am, Nov. 9 Photo by Scott Dressel-Martin.

ENRICH 0274 / $175

Scott Dressel-Martin is the author of Light Grows the Garden: the Denver Botanic Gardens. As a photographer and filmmaker, Scott has photographed around the world. He began his career in newspaper photojournalism and has been published internationally. He is the official photographer of the Denver Botanic Gardens and also works with a select group of institutions helping them promote their mission and tell relevant and moving stories.

Photo by Scott Dressel-Martin.

Art History Shoes! Our Centuries-Old Obsession

Library of Congress

From Nike to Chanel, shoes are a cultural obsession. In 2017 alone, the global footwear market was valued at over $246 billion. Is it because, no matter your body shape, anyone can look and feel great in a fabulous pair of shoes? Certainly comfort isn’t always expected, so what is at the root of this obsession? Join Ilene Vivinetto Suter, founder of Scarpaletto Shoes and fashion consultant, as she takes you on a chronological tour of footwear, starting with the Renaissance through Queen Victoria’s time. Nobles often owned shoes valued at more than most people’s entire estates. Learn about the genesis of shoe designers and factories, and their most prestigious clients. Next, Ilene discusses the impact of World War II and how that changed the footwear industry. Ilene shares stories about Dior and Ferragamo, who were the first to dress women from “top to toe.” Then, boogie into the 60s, 70s and 80s when shoe designers got funky. (Think: Betsey Johnson, Candies and John Fluevog) As an extra-special treat, enjoy a Skype visit from Donald J Pliner, internationally recognized designer of luxury shoes. Top off the class at Nordstrom Park Meadows for a private shoe show! Ilene brings items from her own shoe collection to every class. Come away with a better understanding of the deep roots beneath your own shoe obsession!

Four sessions

Wed., 7–9 pm, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 2019 Nordstrom visit, Sun., 8:45 am, Nov. 24 ENRICH 0272 / $175

With 30 years in the fashion and footwear industry, Ilene Vivinetto Suter has a vast knowledge of footwear, designers and the passion that we have with our shoes! Ilene owned and operated Scarpaletto shoes in Denver for 27 years. She has worked as a buyer, designer and stylist in the fashion industry and is currently working as a retail and fashion consultant with local, national and international clients. Library of Congress Credit Oxfordian Kissuth

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades

History & Culture Modern Turkey: Grappling With Competing Voices and Histories

For the past several years, international headlines and media coverage have reported on Turkey’s ruling party—Justice and Development Party (AKP)—and its increasing authoritarianism as demonstrated by the removal of human rights; a constitutional crisis; press censorship; social media blackouts; new state of emergency decrees that jail political opposition leaders, academics, students and philanthropists; and the purge of citizens with or under suspicion of affiliation with the civil society Hizmet movement. Still, a member of NATO and the Organization of Islamic States, Turkey has always been difficult to conceptualize. It was described by political scientist Samuel Huntington as “a torn country,” divided between East and West, and by Barack Obama as “a Muslim Model for the Middle East.” It boasts a vibrant LGBTQIA community, world-class cinema, a thriving music scene and a Nobel Prize-winning novelist. It is home to millions of Syrian refugees and continues to struggle with a restive Kurdish minority. Turkey is, without question, one of the most important countries in the Middle East, but it isn’t an easy one to sum up. While it will celebrate its centennial in 2023, the country still grapples with its Ottoman imperial legacy and the republic’s foundation.

In this lively series of classes taught by Carole Woodall, associate professor of Middle East History at UC Colorado Springs and research affiliate for DU’s Center for Middle East Studies, begin with current headlines in order to delve into the country’s rich and complicated history, as told through music, film, art and literature. Encounter late-Ottoman painter and archaeologist Osman Hamdi Bey, author and journalist Midhat Efendi, the republic’s first president Mustafa Kemal, and influential feminists Halide Edip Adıvar and Hayganush Mark. Learn about Istanbul’s early jazz and Greek rembetiko scene, and how contemporary Turkish and Kurdish filmmakers have engaged with the country’s history of military coup and marginalized communities. Finally, discuss the impact of political and social dissidence, including roles played by Nâzım Hikmet and the Taksim Solidarity group. Come away with an understanding of how contemporary voices and artists have grappled not only with the idea of Turkishness but that of the republic itself.

Five sessions

Tue., 6:30–8:30 pm, Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1, 8, 2019 ENRICH 0284 / $195

Carole Woodall is associate professor of Modern Middle East History in the History Department and Women’s and Ethnic Studies Program at UCCS, and is a Research Affiliate and co-curator of the Meydan Middle East Film series at the Center for Middle East Studies at the University of Denver. She has been exploring and studying Istanbul for over two decades, having lived and worked in the city for 11 years at various times. Her research is widely published and she is the author of the forthcoming book The Decadent Modern: Cocaine, Jazz, and the Charleston in 1920s Istanbul.

History The American Civil War: Fact, Fiction and Myth

The American Civil War was a turning point in our country’s history, not only re-defining how we would treat our fellow human beings, but also how our government would function in the years and centuries to come. Yet, this war is also one of the most misunderstood in our nation’s history thanks to revisionist novels and texts plus romanticized movies and myths that have (unfortunately) stood the test of time. Join Patricia “Tish” Richard, associate history professor at Metropolitan State University of Denver, as she examines the sometimessurprising causes of the war, its impact on people then, and its legacies for us today. Did you know that the Civil War was considered the first “modern” war—fought with powerful weapons and producing unprecedented injuries? Or that the nation’s first income tax was introduced to help finance the war? Discuss political power struggles between slaveholders and northerners, attempts to expand slavery westward, the role of Abolitionists and Fire-Eaters, and the military and social aspects of the war. What was the effect of the war on federal and state governmental powers, Constitutional interpretation and, of course, racism? Why do today’s neo-Confederates still try to frame the Civil War in terms of states’ rights instead of slavery? Hear true stories, watch romanticized movie clips, and discern fact from fiction as you learn more about this singular American war.

Six sessions

Tue., 6:30–8:30 pm, Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12, 2019 Patricia “Tish” Richard, PhD, associate professor of History at Metropolitan State University of Denver, is the author of Busy Hands: Images of the Family in the Northern Civil War Effort and other Civil War publications.

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Credit Djmaschek

ENRICH 0282 / $ 205

History The Paris Peace Treaties, 100 Years Later: Six Months That Changed the World

On January 12, 1919, the leaders of World War I’s victorious powers convened at the French foreign ministry on the Quai d’Orsay to make peace with the Central Powers. Along with the notable Treaty of Versailles with Germany, four additional treaties were signed. For six months, Clemenceau of France, Lloyd George of Great Britain, Wilson of the United States and Orlando of Italy constituted almost a de facto world government. How did their decisions reorder the world? And how did the specter of Bolshevism and the potent force of public opinion influence deliberations? Led by historian-teacher Phoebe Busch, explore the formal diplomatic world of frock coats and top hats often at odds with the “new diplomacy” of ascendant U.S. President Woodrow Wilson, whose Fourteen Points promoted moral and ethical decision-making rather than self-serving land grabs and greed. Read and discuss Margaret MacMillan’s Paris 1919, a vivid account of the conflicting demands and high hopes surrounding the deliberations of the Council of Four, and consider the following: What complex forces played into the peacemakers’ decisions? Did the perceived injustices of the settlements lead to World War II? What national boundaries delineated then remain intact? What problematic factors remain sources of violence today? Discover how major decisions in Paris resonate in current headlines out of Iraq, Syria, Israel, Ukraine and other regions, and gain a more nuanced understanding of the current world’s geopolitical dilemmas set in motion 100 years ago.

Four sessions

Mon., 6:30–8:30 pm, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, 2019 ENRICH 0286 / $175

Phoebe W. Busch studied at the University of Munich, taught German at DU’s University College where she earned a Master Teacher designation, and taught AP and IB European History in the Cherry Creek Schools. A published independent historian, she specializes in modern Austrian history, and has written extensively on European minority issues before the League of Nations.

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FOCUS FORWARD: Navigating Professional Transitions

Focus Forward: Navigating Professional Transitions is an integrated program exclusively and thoughtfully designed for working professionals looking to make a later career transition. Offered by the University of Denver’s college of professional and continuing studies, University College, the program helps you ask relevant questions about transition and determine the best course of action through new frameworks, tools and strategies that will help you map out the future you desire. Lead instructor Lori Zahn is a Hudson Institute Professional Certified Coach with extensive expertise in adult development and helping people just like you—professionals at this transitional point in their work lives—navigate successful later career transitions. The Focus Forward program is designed to inspire, inform and motivate you no matter where you find yourself at this critical juncture in your professional life, whether shifting careers or considering retirement. The program begins with Planning for Change, a foundational workshop that presents a framework for navigating change and transition for lifelong renewal, as developed by The Hudson Institute of Santa Barbara, recognized experts in adult development, renewal and leadership training. Once this workshop is complete, you may enroll in Revitalizing Career or Reinventing Retirement. Additional short courses focusing on topics of interest, such as Healthy Aging and Expanding Community, are also offered.

Testimonials I am still trying to figure out what makes you so effective as a teacher, Lori! It is more than the design or the delivery. I felt the same way about the Planning for Change class. Whatever that “magic ingredient” is needs to be bottled and distributed more broadly! ~ Carol O’Dwyer Loved the supportive atmosphere and sharing from others. Lori’s style is very open and inviting. I left class every night with hope and optimism. I’m so excited to see where my new tools take me! ~ Anonymous

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades

FOCUS FORWARD: Navigating Professional Transitions Planning for Change

Ready for a change? This prerequisite workshop will help stimulate your thinking about a later career transition and help you chart a course ahead. The workshop is designed around The Hudson Institute’s core model known as the Cycle of Renewal™, a powerful learning tool for individuals navigating transition and change. Begin with an exploration of significant life transitions, then learn 10 important considerations for a successful transition and develop a plan for moving forward in the months ahead.

Three sessions

Healthy Aging

In this discussion-based two-session course, take a deeper dive into physical, mental and social health and how they combine to create a foundation for healthy aging. Explore what neuroscience can tell us about our aging brains and learn ways to build our social muscle as the third aspect of healthy aging. Prerequisite: Planning for Change workshop.

Two sessions

Sat., 9 am–noon, Nov. 2, 9, 2019 ENRICH 0280/ $275

Tue., 6–9 pm, Oct. 22, 29, Nov. 5, 2019 PPE 0001 / $455

Testimonials Lori was an amazing teacher, mentor and resource. The resources (book, handouts, articles, etc.) were very enlightening. ~ Craig Cowden My goal was to use this workshop as “think time” for me and to develop a plan and a focus to move forward—just like the name of the class. Mission accomplished, so thank you! ~ Debbie Beasley I am very excited about my action plans. They are concrete & doable. They give me hope for the future ... whatever that might turn out to be. ~ Janet Feil

Save the Date! Winter/Spring 2020

Registration Opens in December 2019 Planning for Change workshop Tue., 6–9 pm, Jan. 28, Feb. 4, 11, 2020 Sat., 9 am–noon, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 2020 Reinventing Retirement course Tue., 6–9 pm, Mar. 3, 10, 17, 31, 2020 Revitalizing Career course Sat., 9 am–noon, Mar. 7, 14, 21, Apr. 4, 2020

It provided me with a framework to develop a plan and the next steps. I found it energizing and re-assuring that I am not alone in my desire to be proactive about charting a course that’s meaningful to me. ~ Liz Satriano Between Planning for Change and this class [Revitalizing Career] I feel I’m truly ready to take action to move to the next chapter of my career. ~ Jim Williamson Lori is an excellent teacher! I always felt engaged no matter what we were discussing. I am coming away with my own unique retirement plan! Thank you!!! ~ Nancy Riordan Kunzie

FOCUS FORWARD: Navigating Professional Transitions Reinventing Retirement

If you want to shift your focus away from a full-time career to a next chapter that may or may not include “work” of some form, you will benefit from Reinventing Retirement—a course that will introduce new ways of thinking about retirement. From meaningful new forms of work to community engagement to lifelong learning, the potential outlets for post-career avenues will be discussed. Among other important discoveries, you will build on your sense of purpose and passions and begin experimenting with new possibilities. Leave with an expanded perspective and a vision for living this next chapter in your life. Prerequisite: Planning for Change workshop.

Four sessions

Revitalizing Career

Looking to sustain and invigorate your current career or considering a later career change? This course encourages you to explore whether and how to stay in your current career or transition to a new one. You will identify how your talents, skills and experience can parlay into new opportunities; learn about new ways of working, encore careers and portfolio careers; and leave with a framework, process and resources to help you proactively manage later career satisfaction and renewal. Prerequisite: Planning for Change workshop.

Four sessions

Sat., 9 am-noon, Mar. 7, 14, 21, Apr. 4, 2020 Registration opens in December / $495

Tue., 6-9 pm, Mar. 3, 10, 17, 31, 2020

Registration opens in December / $495

About the Lead Instructor

Lori Zahn, president of Perceptive Leaders LLC, a leadership development consulting company, is an executive coach working with organizational leaders and career professionals. Educated in adult development and learning, and drawing on years of experience working in corporate environments—both as a senior level leader in Fortune 100 companies and as a consultant to senior level organizational leadership—Lori brings her passion for the third age and working with professionals to create fulfilling next chapters.

Cost

The cost of Focus Forward: Navigating Professional Transitions covers all of the materials necessary for the workshop and courses, including selected articles and required book(s).

Discounts

Enroll along with a friend or family member in Planning for Change workshop and both receive $35 off registration. Register for one of the optional courses within the same academic as Planning for Change workshop and earn a $35 discount. University of Denver staff, faculty and alumni receive $35 off each registration.

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OLLI-Enrichment DAYTIME

In collaboration with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at DU, we are pleased to offer the following OLLI-at-DU courses to all Enrichment Program students. For more information about OLLI, see next page. Note: Parking is NOT included. Students are responsible for their own parking (options include streets and visitor lots.)

Art After Abstract Expressionism: 1950s–1970s

Under the guidance of art historian Valerie Hellstein, explore the proliferation of artists and styles, as well as the explosion of the art market in the U.S. starting in the mid-1950s. Beginning with the Neo-Dada experiments of Robert Rauschenberg and Jasper Johns, consider the rise of Minimalism, Pop Art, Conceptualism and feminist art, while discovering the fast-changing art world of the Cold War era at the dawn of the Postmodernism.

Four sessions

Wed., 9:30–11:30 am, Sept. 18, 25, Oct. 2, 9, 2019 ENRICH 0310 / $130

Emily Dickinson and the Amateur Botany Movement

In many ways, plants were Emily Dickinson’s other great love. In fact, Dickinson’s lifetime paralleled the peak of the amateur botany movement in America. Under the guidance of author Molly Kugel, explore the history of the 19th-century lay botany and its intersection with the writing of Emily Dickinson, including how her gardens influenced her poetic philosophy and spiritualism.

Four sessions

Tue., 9:30–11:30 am, Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 2019 ENRICH 0313 / $130

Researching Your Family History

Warli painting is a form of Indian tribal art that uses basic geometric shapes to create animated depictions of nature and figures engaged in daily activities. The linear nature and monochromatic hues of these paintings make them similar to prehistoric and aboriginal art. Join Mitra Verma, who trained in India, to explore the history and techniques of Warli and create your own exuberant paintings. Fee includes materials.

Researching your ancestry may be a temporary interest sparked by a significant family event or a lifelong obsession. Are you ready to start exploring your ancestry? Author and nationally certified genealogist Carol Cooke Darrow explains introductory search techniques and the basic records available to you. She’ll also illuminate a path to extend your research to European ancestors and dozens of cousins gained from DNA testing.

Four sessions

ENRICH 0315/ $155

ENRICH 0314/ $130

Warli Art: An Indian Tribal Art Form

Wed., 9:30–11:30 am, Sept. 18, 25, Oct. 2, 9, 2019

Wed., 1–3 pm, Oct. 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 2019

Flying the Friendly Skies: Landing on Answers to Your Frequent Aviation Questions

Transforming the Five Main Buddhist Emotions

Curious about air travel? Explore the history of aviation, air safety, pilot training and the Civil Air Patrol with two experts. Hear from Dr. Barbara Adams, who will share her flying experiences as a private pilot and bush pilot in Alaska. Next, Don Stanton discusses his background as a Navy and commercial pilot, including airline crew training, flight attendants’ key roles, safety practices and more.

The main emotions obscuring Buddhist spiritual development are anger, desire, confusion, pride and jealousy. Contrary to our typical understanding of these emotions, Vajrayana Buddhism relates each to a particular wisdom family. Under the guidance of Lama Pema Chokyi (Gretchen Groth), explore each family, emphasizing the dominant expressions of the emotion in daily life and consciousness. Students should be familiar with basic Buddhist concepts.

Four sessions

ENRICH 0311 / $130

ENRICH 0312/ $130

Wed., 1–3 pm, Sept. 18, 25, Oct. 2, 9, 2019

Thur. 9:30–11:30 am, Oct. 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 2019

For more information on these offerings, please contact Barbe Ratcliffe at barbara.ratcliffe@du.edu, or see the course listings at portfolio.du.edu/ollioncampus.

More Educational Opportunities at University College at the University of Denver University College is Your Lifelong Learning Partner

The Enrichment Program is housed under University College, the college of professional and continuing studies at the University of Denver. As you consider your learning needs, you may find a course or credential that’s right for you in one of our other academic programs.

Bachelor of Arts Completion Program

Need a fresh academic start? If you’ve made advancements in your career without a bachelor’s degree, but now find it essential to finish the one you started years ago, consider the Bachelor of Arts Completion Program through University College. Designed and delivered for busy adults who have completed at least one year of undergraduate credit, this is a personalized program that will challenge and inspire you. Request a free preliminary transcript review to see how many credits will transfer in by visiting universitycollege.du.edu/bachelors.

Graduate Certificates

Quickly gain a new credential and learn a whole new set of skills by earning a graduate certificate from University College. A certificate is more than a line on your resume, it’s an opportunity to expand your network and your knowledge. There are dozens of academic areas to choose from for a four-course Specialized Graduate Certificate or a six-course Graduate Certificate. Learn more at universitycollege. du.edu/certificate.

Master’s Degrees

Hone your talent and advance your career with a master’s degree from a top 100 university! Complete your master’s in just 18 months entirely online or evenings on campus at the University of Denver. The curriculum is career-focused and led by a unique combination of full-time faculty and professional practitioners. There are four start dates per year and no GRE required for admission because scores don’t tell the whole story. From Professional Creative Writing to Marketing Communication, Strategic Innovation and Change to Energy and Sustainability, find the right fit at universitycollege.du.edu.

Center for Professional Development

The University of Denver’s Center for Professional Development (CPD) offers accredited, accessible, and affordable certificates, short courses and workshops for clinicians, teachers, business leaders, non-profit professionals and others. Update skills or cultivate new ones, enhance your knowledge, and maintain your credentials. Continuing education credit available. See the schedule of upcoming professional development courses at du.edu/professional. Ask about our coding certificate programs!

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Denver

Are you age 50 or “better?” Do you crave intellectual stimulation and the pursuit of new ideas and experiences with like-minded peers? Then check out OLLI at DU—celebrating 20-plus years at the University of Denver and various sites around Denver and the neighboring communities! Participants from diverse backgrounds and professions come together to learn through small engaging classroom lectures and larger Speakers Series programs. Unique workshops, Noontime Midday Morsels of Information, the occasional Hot Topic lunch and various Symposiums round out the offerings. Class styles include multi-media presentations, books, magazines and handouts, as well as informal discussions and social interaction. Maximum enjoyment of learning can be expected. Curious? Contact OLLI Assistant Debra Loftin at debra.loftin@du.edu for more information or visit OLLI online at universitycollege.du.edu/olli or portfolio.du.edu/olli.

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades

Registration

Registration opens July 15, 2019.

Web:

universitycollege.du.edu/enrichment

Course Discounts Discounts are available to partner subscribers, OLLI members and DU faculty, staff and alumni. Check with registration staff to see if you qualify.

Phone:

303-871-2291

In Person:

University College 2211 S. Josephine Street, Denver, 80208

Upon registration, via links within an email confirmation, you will receive important information, including course details, class location, parking map and parking permit. All classes take place at University of Denver campus unless otherwise noted. Website contains most current information on schedules, classroom locations, faculty bios and special events.

Disability Services Program (DSP):

DSP provides reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act to students with documented disabilities. Accommodations afford students equal opportunity to participate in the University’s programs, courses, and activities.

CERTIFICATE OF LIFELONG LEARNING Current & Global Issues

You’ve taken more courses about current issues than you can count. Isn’t it time you started getting acknowledged for your commitment to staying abreast of what’s happening in the world? Be recognized for your achievements, build your credibility, even enhance your resume with a Certificate of Lifelong Learning from the Enrichment Program at University College, University of Denver. Criteria: 30 hours of participation within a three-year period in Enrichment Program classes pertaining to current issues and events.

To receive your Certificate, email ucolsupport@du.edu and include a list a courses taken. Upon verification, you will receive one Certificate in the mail and another by email.

*An example of the many possible course combinations.

The course content in this document is the property of University of Denver University College 2019.

In Appreciation

The Enrichment Program extends a heartfelt thank you to the following organizations for their outstanding support.

Colorado Ballet Colorado Public Radio Colorado Symphony Curious Theatre Company Denver Art Museum Denver Botanic Gardens Denver Center for the Performing Arts Denver History Tours

Friends of Chamber Music Lamont School of Music Lighthouse Writers Workshop Newman Center for the Performing Arts Nordstrom Park Meadows Opera Colorado Swallow Hill Music

University College at the University of Denver Thanks to the entire Enrichment team:

Michael McGuire, Dean, Renae Jacob, Interim Director of Enrichment Program, Deb Olson, Consultant, Charles Stillwagon, Enrichment Program Coordinator, Janalee Chmel, Writer, Michele Long, Assistant Dean of Admissions & Student Services, Monica Gray, Assistant Director of Student Services, Ashley Johnson, Audrey Lebel, Lauryn Parkhurst, Morgan Welty, Student Support Team, Victoria Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Malley, Senior Director of Marketing & Communications, Marisela Calderon, Marketing & Communications Coordinator, Ray Lam, Director of Web & IT Services, Anita Boettcher, Business Officer

We would like to hear from you! Send program suggestions, course recommendations and feedback to us by mail or email. University of Denver Enrichment Program University College 2211 S. Josephine Street Denver, CO 80208 ucolsupport@du.edu

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Certificate of Completion The Enrichment Program will provide a Certificate of Completion or other evidence of course attendance, upon request. Please contact us in advance at 303-871-3801 to request the appropriate documentation.

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Enrichment Scholarship Fund

Get special discount offers, the inside scoop on your favorite instructors and cultural organizations, insight on upcoming courses, and much more.

We are pleased to offer a limited number of partial scholarships toward the cost of one Enrichment course.

If you are a current or former student and do not receive our newsletter, subscribe now at universitycollege.du.edu/enrichment

Limited to one course per qualifying student per quarter. Scholarships no greater than 50% off course price for qualifying courses. To apply, visit our website: universitycollege.du.edu/enrichment

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