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COURSES 4 Nazi Olympics
Nazi Titanic/Other Holocaust Era Maritime Disasters 4 How America Became Great/How It Can Be Again
4 G rasping Israeli Politics
TUESDAY COURSES
5 The Atrocities at Nanking
5 History of the U.S. Flag
5 The Radicalism of the American Revolution
5 The Magnificent Hindu Temples and Sculptures of India
6 Coping With Anxiety
6 The Best Art Museums
6 Immunization: The Good, the Bad, the Future
6 S ex, Drugs and Murder: Scandals of Early Hollywood, Part 3
7 Shakespearean Stagecraft: A Survey of Theatrical History Covering Fires, Riots and More
7 S an Diego: Hollywood’s Backlot?
11 D estination: GIA Museum Tour
WEDNESDAY COURSES
7 Surviving in the Digital World
8 D-Day to V-E Day
8 The Beatles: 1965 Tour
8 The Beatles: 1966 Tour
9 Jimmy Stewart: A Complex Movie Icon
9 Exotic Worlds of Europa, Enceladus and Titan
9 Supermarket Suicide and Restaurant Roulette
WEDNESDAY COURSES (continued)
9 Shattered Dreams (or Why Elon Musk Isn’t Going to Get Us to Mars)
10 Foreign Policy Issues Facing the New President
11 D estination: Bowers Museum Trip and Tour
THURSDAY COURSES
10 History of the Tony Awards, Part 1
11 Destination: The Magic of Art
FREE LECTURE FOR MEMBERS
11 World War 3: Will It Start in Ukraine, the Middle East or the United States? Monday, Jan. 27
DESTINATION LEARNING
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11 GIA Museum Tour Tuesday, April 8
11 B owers Museum Trip and Tour Wednesday, May 28
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| MONDAY COURSES
Nazi Olympics
HOWARD KERNER, MA, is a retired English professor who taught at the high school, college and university levels in New York and Florida during his 47-year career. Before and since retirement, his passion project has been discovering and sharing unknown stories about inspiring people who performed brave acts of kindness even during the unlikely period of the Holocaust. He has presented his uplifting programs at OLLI institutes, temples, churches and civic organizations across the country and in Canada. His philosophy is that although there is no bad time to learn about human goodness, there is no better time than now!
MICHAEL BAKER, MD, retired from a 40-year career in general, vascular and trauma surgery. He also served 30 years in the uniform of his country and retired with the rank of Rear Admiral. He currently teaches history, political science and military affairs for the Osher programs at UC Berkeley, Dominican, CSUEB, CSUCI—and is on the Board of Governors of the Commonwealth Club. He recently returned from his fifth tour teaching Advanced Trauma Life Support to physicians in Ukraine.
Of the 128 years of the modern Olympics, few were as nakedly political as the 1936 Nazi Olympics. This little-known inside story of the 1936 Olympics is especially important because the games occurred at a dangerous crossroads in history. Learn about the Nazis’ ugly manipulation and abuse of Jewish and other minority athletes before and during the games, America’s back door involvement and the lifelong effects on the athletes.
MONDAY, FEB. 10
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Online via Zoom
1 day $18
Howard Kerner, MA
Nazi Titanic and Other Holocaust Era Maritime Disasters
Though the loss of over 1,500 lives upon the sinking of the Titanic seems like a historical record in the annals of maritime disasters, just 33 years later during WWII in Europe, another shipping disaster caused the loss of six times as many! In this surprising audio/video program, we will feature generally unknown naval tragedies of the war years, how they came to be and their alarming consequences.
MONDAY, FEB. 17
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
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Online via Zoom
1 day $18
Howard Kerner, MA
How America Became Great and How It Can Be Again
America thrived and democracy flourished due to immigration, industry, agriculture, technology and innovation. Leading the world in the 20th century, America established global norms. Despite imperfections, significant course corrections included the Civil War to end slavery, slow progress in civil rights, voting rights laws and women’s suffrage. We still have a long way to go to maintain unity and progress.
MONDAYS, FEB. 24 - MARCH 31
Due to a holiday closure on March 31, the last class will be prerecorded and emailed to you.
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Online via Zoom
6 weeks $95
Michael Baker, MD
G rasping Israeli Politics
The state of Israel recently celebrated its 76th anniversary. For those 76 years, as underscored by the events on Oct. 7, 2023, its survival has hung in the balance. Many of its neighboring states have sought to destroy it, and even some of those living within it have tried to undermine its stability. Today, headlines are full of news about Israel, Netanyahu and the Israeli Supreme Court. Stories about Gaza and the West Bank are frequent. Though Israel is a democracy, it is in a drastically different situation than the United States and, as such, its politics and circumstances are difficult for many Americans to grasp. This course will examine the different political eras in Israel’s history in an attempt to understand what is happening there today.
MONDAYS, FEB. 24 - MARCH 31
Due to a holiday closure on March 31, the last class will be prerecorded and emailed to you.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Online via Zoom
6 weeks $95
Jason Hensley, PhD
| TUESDAY COURSES
The Atrocities at Nanking
This is an unsettling story of World War II and the Japanese invasion of China. The crimes against humanity committed by the Japanese soldiers are difficult to hear, but these stories need to be heard and the victims’ voices should not be forgotten.
TUESDAY, FEB. 11
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid*
1 day $18
Frank Turner, MA
History of the U.S. Flag
The United States has had a variety of flags that came from the founding colonies through the establishment of the flag we know today. That history is full of stories of the origin, purpose and use of those flags. The history is also full of myths and misinformation. We will look at some of the various flags—such as the Grand Union Flag, Gadsden Flag and the Appeal to Heaven flag—that were used at the time of the American Revolution and how they led to our current flag.
TUESDAY, FEB. 18
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Costa Dillon, MPA
The Radicalism of the American Revolution
The American Revolution is sometimes seen as a passive engagement, fought by great men who had a vision of liberty, and these men have become sacred characters in American history. The true story of these men and their revolution is one of radicalism by aggressive people who had motives other than freedom and independence.
TUESDAY, FEB. 25
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Frank Turner, MA
The Magnificent Hindu Temples and Sculptures of India
Hinduism, the major religion of India, embraces a wealth of amazing temples and sculptures of divine figures. Our journey dives into its deities, myths and practice and goes on to explore the incredible world of Hindu art and architecture. We’ll visit the rock-cut temples of Ellora and Elephanta, the sculptured frieze of the Descent of the Ganges at Mamallapuram and the Tantric temples of Khajuraho and Konarak (with a deep explanation of their highly explicit erotic sculptures).
TUESDAYS, MARCH 4 - 11
9:30 - 11:30 a.m
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 2 days $35
Douglas Barker, MA
FRANK TURNER, MA, received both his BA in history and MA in digital history from CSUSM. He is an instructor at Palomar College and San Diego Miramar College, where he teaches United States and Ancient World History. Turner is the vice chairman and historian for the Oceanside Historical Preservation Advisory Commission.
COSTA DILLON, MPA, is a retired National Park Service ranger and superintendent who worked in more than a dozen parks in his 35-year career. His awards include the Department of the Interior’s Meritorious Service Award. Costa has a BS in Park Management from UC Davis and a Master of Public Administration from the University of Colorado.
DOUGLAS BARKER, MA, is an art historian, a professional metaphysical worker and an avid world traveler. He holds a master’s degree in art history from the University of Chicago. Barker has traveled extensively in nearly 40 countries, and much of his expertise derives from spiritual experiences in sacred sites around the globe.
*Hybrid courses are offered live in the classroom and via Zoom simultaneously (interactive).
KAREN ESO, MA, has been a professor at Cal State San Marcos since 2004. Her undergraduate studies were in biology and chemistry, and she studied clinical neuropsychology as a graduate student at the University of Victoria. Eso’s area of specialty is traumatic brain injury.
ROBIN DOUGLAS, MA, an art professor for 36 years, has served as associate director of the School of Art and Design at the University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign. She also served as art education chair, chancellor’s honors faculty, and was on the board of the Spurlock Museum and Krannert Art Museum Council. Her commissioned artwork is in private collections, offices, hotels and university buildings.
PHILIP GOSCIENSKI, MD, retired from the Navy with the rank of captain and was head of the Infectious Diseases Branch in the Department of Pediatrics at the Naval Regional Medical Center in San Diego. A former clinical professor of pediatrics at the UCSD School of Medicine, Goscienski invests his expertise today in writing newspaper and magazine articles.
Coping With Anxiety
Join us for an informative lecture series on anxiety! We’ll explore what causes anxiety, how it affects our lives and practical ways to manage it. Each session will provide helpful tools and techniques to equip you with knowledge and strategies for improving well-being and building resilience. Whether you’re looking to better understand your own anxiety or to support someone else, this series will help you develop effective ways to cope and thrive.
TUESDAYS, FEB. 11 - MARCH 11
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 5 weeks $80
Karen Eso, MA
The Best Art Museums
• The best of the best in Paris, not just the Louvre
• London and its colonial acquisitions, etc., in various museums
• New York and its first efforts to catch up to the European collections
• Chicago, not just a Midwest giant among art collections
• Los Angeles and its new museums, including the AI museum
TUESDAYS, MARCH 18 - APRIL 22
(SKIP 4/1)
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9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 5 weeks $80
Robin Douglas, MA
Immunization: The Good, the Bad, the Future Vaccines have been around for centuries and they are responsible for the eradication of several deadly diseases. They are not entirely benign, however. Immunization is no longer only for children. There are at least two adult vaccines that can save your life.
TUESDAY, MARCH 18
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Philip Goscienski, MD
Sex, Drugs and Murder: Scandals of Early Hollywood, Part 3
Discover early Hollywood’s tragic scandals: Olive Thomas, “the most beautiful girl in the world,” who died after ingesting her husband’s syphilis medication; Wallace Reid, “the screen’s most perfect lover,” who succumbed to morphine addiction; Thomas Ince, “the father of the Western movie,” who died from a heart attack or a bullet from William Randolph Hearst; and Peg Entwistle, the Welsh actress who leaped to her death from the Hollywoodland sign.
TUESDAY, MARCH 25
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Mark Stadler, MPA
Destination Learning: GIA Museum Tour
See description on page 11.
TUESDAY, APRIL 8
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Gemological Institute of America, Carlsbad
1 day $18
Limited to 10 students
Shakespearean Stagecraft: A Survey of Theatrical History Covering Fires, Riots and More
Learn how Shakespeare’s plays were staged during his lifetime, including during the Essex Rebellion, the burning of the theater from a stray cannon firing and more. Hear about some interesting moments in Shakespearean theater, including major actors of the 17th to 20th centuries, notorious performances, riots and assassinations. The plays weren’t the only thing with high drama.
TUESDAY, APRIL 15
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Kim Keeline, PhD
San Diego: Hollywood’s Backlot?
In the 1910s, Hollywood became the film industry’s hub, but producers often filmed in San Diego. This class explores why San Diego is ideal for filmmaking and discusses the adventures of early film crews. As silent movies transitioned to talkies, San Diego became a favorite for major productions. Notable films shot there include Citizen Kane, Some Like It Hot, The Stuntman, Almost Famous and the Top Gun movies.
TUESDAY, APRIL 22
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Mark Stadler, MPA
| WEDNESDAY COURSES
Surviving
in the Digital World
This class will explore the challenges of the digital world and help students create a personal strategy for functioning efficiently and successfully in the 21st century. During this series, students will also gain an introduction to AI fundamentals and the numerous advantages and pitfalls of the technology. Further, the class will learn about digital literacy, cybersecurity awareness and online privacy management, and students will have the opportunity for open discussions and to search for sensible solutions.
WEDNESDAYS, FEB. 12 - MARCH 12
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 5 weeks $80
Elena Romine, PhD
KIM KEELINE, PhD, fell in love with Shakespeare’s plays when she was 12 years old. Her PhD in English literature is from the University of Southern California and she has lectured extensively on Shakespeare. She writes mysteries and published two short stories in 2020.
MARK STADLER, MPA, discovered early Hollywood when he read a book about the famous unsolved murder of director William Desmond Taylor. The book led him to other juicy scandals of the era as well as, of course, the wonderful films that were made then, both silents and talkies. He has been a movie fan and amateur film historian ever since. When not watching movies, Mark worked in the water industry and, before that, journalism. He retired in September 2021 after 32 years at the San Diego County Water Authority, the San Diego Region’s public water wholesaler.
ELENA ROMINE, PhD, received her PhD from Moscow State University and her Diploma in Education from Moscow Linguistic University. She is a published author, fluent in three languages and was a senior lecturer for the Institute of Advanced Training in Publishing in Moscow. Romine has been a cross-cultural communication instructor and consultant at UC Riverside Extension for over 26 years.
*Hybrid courses are offered live in the classroom and via Zoom simultaneously (interactive).
BLAINE DAVIES, MA, has a master’s degree in history and a bachelor’s degree in business. He taught U.S. history at Boise State University for 14 years. Prior to that, he spent 20 years as a product marketing manager at Hewlett-Packard. He enjoys researching and preparing history lectures. When traveling, he often reads historical novels in the same locations where the stories take place.
CHUCK GUNDERSON, MA, was too young to attend the Beatles’ San Diego concert on their 1965 North American tour, but his older siblings sparked his lifelong love for the Fab Four by spinning their records at home. While much of his career has been in outdoor advertising, Gunderson’s passion for history led to a number of Beatles-related projects, including researching and writing the criticallyacclaimed Some Fun Tonight! The Back stage Story of How The Beatles Rocked America: The Historic Tours of 1964-1966 and consulting on director Ron Howard’s documentary, Eight Days a Week. Gunderson holds a BA and MA in history. He and his wife have four children, each a Beatles fan.
D-Day to V-E Day
On June 6, 1944, the Western allies— comprising primarily American, British and Canadian soldiers and sailors—launched the largest seaborne invasion in world history. Their goal was to liberate France and ultimately destroy the German Nazi regime. The invasion required intense planning, deception of the German leadership and the heroism of the soldiers, especially those landing on the shores of Normandy on D-Day. As dawn broke on June 7, 1944, the Allied Expeditionary Force had a tenuous foothold on the shores of Normandy, France. Almost another year of hard fighting lay ahead, but D-Day signaled the beginning of the end of Nazi Germany. From D-Day through the German surrender on May 8, 1945, Professor Blaine Davies describes how the Soviet Union squeezed the Germans from the east and the Western allies from the west and ultimately ended Nazi tyranny.
WEDNESDAYS, FEB. 12 - 26
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 3 weeks $50 Blaine Davies, MA
-Welcome to New York! OCT. 2 - 6, 2025
Join us for four days in America’s most exciting metropolis: Spotlight on New York City by Collette! Stay in the heart of the city during this getaway filled with shopping, sightseeing and entertainment. Stroll through Greenwich Village, the Wall Street district and Central Park. Cruise New York Harbor to visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Reflect at the poignant 9/11 Memorial. Finally, enjoy two Broadway shows during this unforgettable trip!
PROGRAM LINKS
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INFORMATION SESSION Monday, Feb. 10 1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Sherie Cambra Osher at CSUSM scambra@csusm.edu
The Beatles: 1965 Tour
This lecture begins as the Beatles’ plane lands at JFK Airport in New York City, beginning yet another conquest of North America, including their historic Shea Stadium concert. This time, the Beatles arrive as genuine superstars, with larger stadiums booked to satisfy the evergrowing hordes of fans wanting to see them. The 1965 tour was seminal in birthing the modern stadium show.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Chuck Gunderson, MA
The Beatles: 1966 Tour
As the Beatles prepared for what would be their final tour of North America, John Lennon set off a firestorm in the United States with a controversial statement. Lennon’s seemingly flippant comment offended parents, city officials and religious leaders, all of whom called for a boycott of the group. This lecture will discuss death threats, Ku Klux Klan protests, firecrackers tossed onstage and the only rain-out in Beatles touring history, which ended the group’s stage career forever.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Chuck Gunderson, MA
Jimmy Stewart: A Complex Movie Icon
During Hollywood’s Golden Age, Jimmy Stewart worked repeatedly with three of the era’s greatest directors: Frank Capra, Alfred Hitchcock and John Ford. Known for his “hesitant drawl and a shy countryboy manner,” Stewart showed an early talent for playing psychologically fragile characters. We will look at the complexity of Stewart’s iconography and study Stewart’s acting range and the historical context. Movies to be screened include After the Thin Man and The Naked Spur as well as The Philadelphia Story, Harvey, The Spirit of St. Louis, Rope, Rear Window, It’s a Wonderful Life and Vertigo
WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 19 - APRIL 16
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 5 weeks $80
Brandon Cesmat, MFA
Exotic Worlds of Europa, Enceladus and Titan
Venus and Mars long seemed the most Earth-like and likely to harbor life. Sixty years of exploration revealed them as inhospitable. Perhaps we were looking in the wrong place. Three moons in our solar system Europa, Enceladus and Titan are more Earth-like than any of the planets. With a NASA mission heading to Europa’s underground oceans, this is the perfect time to explore what we’ve recently learned about these fascinating moons.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Gideon Marcus, PhD
Supermarket Suicide and Restaurant Roulette
Shopping at the local food market and dining out offer opportunities that are either beneficial or disastrous. Learning the differences can add years to your life.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Philip Goscienski, MD
Shattered Dreams (or Why Elon Musk Isn’t Going to Get Us to Mars)
After the 1969 moon landing, ambitious plans for space exploration and colonization emerged. Yet, 53 years after Apollo, we’ve neither returned to the moon nor reached Mars. The space shuttle has been grounded for over a decade and promises from certain figures remain unfulfilled. How did we end up here? Are our space dreams just illusions, or is there real hope on the horizon?
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 1 day $18
Gideon Marcus, PhD
BRANDON CESMAT, MFA, has taught cinema at Palomar College and CSUSM since 1992. He earned an MFA in Creative Writing with correlative study in screenwriting from San Diego State University. He has curated the Cinema Series for Carlsbad Library and received several San Diego Press Club awards for best critical writing about movies. He is the author of several books of poems and fiction, which include his reflections on movies. His concept album of original music, Califor-Noir, is widely available online. He can be followed on social media @cesmatmusic
GIDEON MARCUS, PhD, is the founder of Journey Press, an independent publisher focused on unusual and diverse speculative fiction. He is a professional space historian and has just finished Hyvilma, the third book in The Kitra Saga. His short fiction can be found in Dark Matter, Utopia, Simultaneous Times and more. Marcus lives in San Diego County with his writer/editor wife and their polymath artist daughter.
*Hybrid courses are offered live in the classroom and via Zoom simultaneously (interactive).
DAVID BAME, MAT, is a retired U.S. Foreign Service officer (diplomat) with a career spanning 29 years in more than 30 countries as well as in Washington, D.C. He has worked on key U.S. national security policies around the world, especially the Middle East and Europe. Bame has lectured in Austria, Iraq, Israel, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and many U.S. and foreign universities.
FRANCE-MARIE HAEGER, MA, ATRBC, is an artist, a fine-arts instructor and a registered board-certified art therapist. She has more than 40 years of experience in the arts, including designing and facilitating an art therapy program in her native Switzerland and several expressive art therapy programs in San Diego.
SAM AND CANDY CAPONEGRO have worked in all aspects of theater for over 40 years. They hope to keep the classic movie musical and the golden age of Broadway alive through their lectures.
Foreign Policy Issues Facing the New President
As the new president begins, we can expect continuing challenges, unexpected crises and even new progress on U.S. foreign policy priorities of recent years. In two lectures by a veteran U.S. diplomat, we will look at past, present and future challenges on the global stage, including with China, Iran, Israel, Russia, Ukraine and many others. We’ll take a look at the new administration’s plans and at reactions from U.S. allies and adversaries. Most important, we will try to understand more about the world as it is and as it may develop over the next four years.
WEDNESDAYS, APRIL 9 - 16
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
CSUSM ELB 470: Hybrid* 2 weeks $35
David Bame, MAT
Destination Learning:
Bowers Museum Trip and Tour
See description on page 11 .
PROGRAM LINKS
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 28
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fee $135: Includes campus parking, bus transportation and museum entrance fee. Bus pickup at CSUSM Parking Lot B.
Robin Douglas, MA
| THURSDAY COURSES
Destination Learning: The Magic of Art
See description on page 11 .
THURSDAYS, FEB. 13 - MARCH 13
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Museum Visits
5 weeks $80/Annual Members $40
Annual Members: Call to register France-Marie Haeger, MA
History of the Tony Awards, Part 1
Do you enjoy Broadway musicals? Ever wonder about the coveted Tony Awards that are bestowed on special musicals and talented performers, directors, choreographers, producers and songwriters? Join us as we watch and discuss clips from award-winning Broadway musicals. Through insightful discussions led by passionate theater enthusiasts, you’ll gain valuable insights.
THURSDAYS, MARCH 20 - APRIL 17
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Online via Zoom
5 weeks $80
Sam and Candy Caponegro
| FREE LECTURE
World War 3: Will It Start in Ukraine, the Middle East or the United States?
This is a free lecture for Osher members Research institutes track over 110 armed conflicts, ranging from recent to decades-long. These include international wars, civil wars and criminal enterprises, all causing significant death tolls, human tragedy and refugee crises. This lecture will explore current conflicts, their impact on U.S. safety and security and the potential for future conflicts within the United States.
MONDAY, JAN. 27
9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Online via Zoom
Free for Osher Members
Michael Baker, MD
| DESTINATION LEARNING
The Magic of Art
Art impacts us differently. Discovering and discussing the why, when, where and how helps us understand the artists’ intent and the visual elements used to reach the viewer. What is the meaning for us? To truly see and experience art and all of its magic requires dwelling with it. To discuss the varied responses that art elicits will provide a deeper appreciation.
THURSDAYS, FEB. 13 - MARCH 13
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Museum Visits
5 weeks $80/Annual Members $40 Annual Members: Call to register France-Marie Haeger, MA
GIA Museum Tour
The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) is the creator of the famous 4Cs of diamond quality and the leading research and education center for gems and jewelry.
This tour introduces visitors to the vibrant world of gems and jewelry.
• The exhibits, spread throughout the world headquarters in Carlsbad, display the science and beauty of gems, minerals and jewelry.
• Visitors will see critically acclaimed gem and jewelry museum displays.
• Visitors will learn about gem history, mining and lore and visit the world’s largest gemological library.
TUESDAY, APRIL 8
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Gemological Institute of America, Carlsbad 1 day $18
Limited to 10 students
Bowers Museum Trip and Tour
The Bowers Museum, voted Orange County’s best museum, houses nine galleries with their permanent collections containing amazing cultural artifacts from around the world. The special exhibition in May will feature the Terracotta Warriors from China. Lunch is available in the Tangata restaurant (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.) and offers an $18-$22 menu. We will depart at 8:30 a.m. and return by approximately 4:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 28
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fee $135: Includes campus parking, bus transportation and museum entrance fee. Bus pickup at CSUSM Parking Lot B. Robin Douglas, MA
We would not be able to provide our exceptional programming and services without the work and support of our dedicated volunteers. Please consider joining a committee, supporting special projects, assisting as a classroom ambassador or distributing catalogs in the community. We welcome your participation!
For more information on how to participate, please contact Sherie Cambra at scambra@csusm.edu or 760-750-8716
*Hybrid courses are offered live in the classroom and via Zoom simultaneously (interactive).
Osher members tour a local recycling and waste facility on a recent field trip
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2024
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DESTINATION NEW YORK
WELCOME TO NEW YORK!
October 2 – 6, 2025
Join us for four days in America’s most exciting metropolis: Spotlight on New York City by Collette!
Stay in the heart of the city while you enjoy a getaway filled with shopping, sightseeing and endless entertainment. Stroll through Greenwich Village, the Wall Street district and Central Park. Cruise New York Harbor to visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Reflect at the poignant 9/11 Memorial and take a self-guided tour at the 9/11 Museum. Enjoy two Broadway shows during this exciting excursion. With the perfect mix of guided tours and free time to explore on your own, this will be an unforgettable adventure!
INFORMATION SESSION Monday, Feb. 10 1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
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Bowers Museum Trip and Tour Wednesday, May 28, 2025
The Bowers Museum, voted Orange County’s best museum, houses nine galleries with their permanent collections containing amazing cultural artifacts from around the world. The special exhibition in May will feature the Terracotta Warriors from China.
Lunch is available in the Tangata restaurant (11 a.m. - 2 p.m.) and offers an $18-$22 menu. We will depart from CSUSM at 8:30 a.m. and return by approximately 4:00 p.m.
See page 11 for more information.
760-750-4020
Note: We can accept eChecks by phone.
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