OLLI LECTURES

NPL in North Dakota

Clay will talk about the farmer discontentment that led to the formation of the Nonpartisan League in 1915, the success of the League in 1917 & 1919, and the League’s attempts to change the economic conditions for the farmers of North Dakota – and beyond. He will explore the leadership of A.C. Townley, William Lemke, and William Langer, the creation of the State Bank of North Dakota in Bismarck, and the State Mill and Elevator in Grand Forks. Clay will illustrate the lecture with images of the NPL’s newspaper, The Leader. And he will explain how political blowback, hubris, and the coming of World War I curtailed the work of the League. By 1925, the old guard had retaken control of North Dakota.

5/18

Thu 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

BSC NECE Auditorium, Room 304

Instructor: Clay Jenkinson

Fee: $30 Course ID: 7070084

Moneyball

Oakland A’s general manager Billy Beane’s successful attempt to assemble a baseball team on a lean budget by employing computer-generated analysis to acquire new players. Rated PG-13

7/28

Fri 1:00 PM - 3:15 PM

BSC NECE Auditorium, Room 304 Course ID: 7090023

A Beautiful Mind

After John Nash - a brilliant, but socially awkward mathematician - accepts secret work in cryptography, his life takes a nightmarish turn. Rated PG-13

8/25

Fri 1:00 PM - 3:15 PM

BSC NECE Auditorium, Room 304 Course ID: 7090021

OLLI On-Demand

Watch recorded lectures anytime, anywhere, and on your own time. You must have access to email and a computer or mobile device with internet access. A link will be sent upon registration. View all available classes at bismarckstate.edu/olli.

Field Trip

Join scholar Erik Holland for a day trip to several historic places along the Missouri River north of Bismarck. Topics to be discussed may include Lewis and Clark’s time in North Dakota, Mandan and Hidatsa culture at historic sites along the last “natural flowing” stretch along the Missouri River. We will spend time walking and talking at the sites, appreciating the activity that was daily life in the villages and environs nearly 200 years ago. You will hear some daily reporting, written in the 1830s, which may make these well-preserved archaeological sites come to life. Holland will introduce you to the Hidatsa and Mandan people who traded at Fort Clark and lived in the Knife River Indian Villages and at Mih-tutta-hangkush.

This excursion will leave from BSC at 9 AM sharp. Please arrive 15 minutes early. We will return to BSC at approximately 5 PM. Water and a box lunch will be provided. Please dress according to the weather and be prepared for a lot of walking. Please register by May 17.

5/23

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Approx)

BSC NECE, South Parking Lot

Instructor: Erik Holland

Fee: $99 Course ID: 7070068

Famous Female Inventors: The Thinkers who Tinkered

The field of inventions was predominantly considered a man’s world. That changed in 1809 when a woman (Mary Dixon Kies) was awarded a U.S. Patent. Many women have followed, providing the world with useful inventions. A few women covered in the class will be Maria Beasley, who successfully marketed at least 15 inventions; Beulah Henry known for 49 patents and 110 inventions; and Admiral Grace Hopper, who was so inventive that she was known as “Amazing Grace.” Ann will also include her Honorable Mention list.

6/1

Thu 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

BSC NECE Auditorium, Room 304

Instructor: Ann Vadnie

Fee: $25 Course ID: 7070080

Wow! There’s A Lot of Science in Beer: A Historical Overview of the Process and a Look to the Future

This fun and informative class takes place at North Dakota’s Gateway to Science on the new wrap-around deck overlooking the beautiful Missouri River! After the gallery has closed for the evening, explore the science of beer with Laughing Sun owner, Mike Frohlich, and sample some tasty hometown brew! Yeast has been eating sugar for a long time, and the brewing process is not that different than it was 6,000 years ago. Our understanding of the brewing and fermentation process has grown by leaps and bounds. This class will touch on the history of beer, the brewing process, and how modern brewers are innovating to meet consumer demands. We will look at yeast and bacteria from the microscope’s perspective and discuss new developments in yeast, malt, and hops. Participants will be able to sample malt, wort, and hops followed by a sampling of finished beers showcasing techniques and styles discussed during the presentation. Must be 21+ to participate.

Classes on pages 7-9 require an OLLI membership. Register at bismarckstate.edu/OLLI or call our office at 701-224-5600.

Class Dates (choose one): 6/8 or 7/27

Thu 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Gateway to Science, Patio

Instructor: Mike Frohlich

Fee: $49 Course ID: 7070078

LEGO Around the World

LEGO sisters, Amy & Traci Juhala (KFYR “Good News”), welcome you to an evening of building a LEGO project you can take home. They have chosen a selection of LEGO “postcards” from around the world - New York, London, Paris, Beijing, and Australia. Amy and Traci will assist you through each step, with their trusty LEGO Brick Separators standing by. The class fee includes class materials.

6/13

Tue 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

BSC NECE, Room 101

Instructors: Amy & Traci Juhala

Fee: $30 Course ID: 7070085

Seafaring Scoundrels: Pirates, Privateers, Corsairs, and Buccaneers

Pirates, Privateers, Corsairs, and Buccaneers…terms used to describe the men and women who used “unsavory methods” to gain wealth in the 17th and 18th centuries. Each term has a distinct meaning, and the people they describe are too complex for any one title. You will recognize some names, such as Captain William Kidd. Others might be unfamiliar, such as Woodes Rogers and Grace O’Malley. Whether you know them or not, their stories are guaranteed to get and keep your attention!

6/15

Thu 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

BSC NECE Auditorium, Room 304

Instructor: Ann Vadnie

Fee: $25 Course ID: 7070083

Prepare Wisely: Estate Strategy Essentials

Discover essential factors in building your estate plan. No matter your wealth or status, you have an estate. All estates have something in common – you cannot take it with you when you are gone. Join us for this workshop that covers: exploring assets –whether they are financial or physical; understanding beneficiaries – family or organizations you care about; and gaining tools to help put your plans into action.

6/22

Thu 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

BSC NECE, Room 101

Instructor: Kyle Debertin

Fee: $15 Course ID: 7070086

Two Doctors in the House: Drs. Eric and Fannie Quain

Dr. Eric Quain and Dr. Fannie (Dunn) Quain played a crucial role in the world of medicine in early Bismarck. These two fascinating doctors first met in an operating room at Bismarck’s original St. Alexius Hospital and married in 1903. They served not only our community, but also our state and nation. This class will discuss other influential people in early Bismarck as well as some of the early medicine practiced at that time.

6/29

Thu 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

BSC NECE Auditorium, Room 304

Instructor: Ann Vadnie

Fee: $25 Course ID: 7070079

The Greatest Show on Earth

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, have you ever wanted to know the history of the circus? This class will cover the nuts and bolts of the circus world. We will cover the development of this worldwide phenomenon as a means of entertaining children of all ages. Barnum & Bailey are recognized as the real innovators of this classic entertainment event. Pat will cover the who, what, where, when, and why of the circus industry and will also discuss the Circus World Museum which exists in Baraboo, Wisconsin. Come one, come all, to this exciting class that will both inform and entertain!

7/13

Thu 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

BSC NECE, Room 101

Instructor: Pat Pins

Fee: $25 Course ID: 7070074

The Kensington Runestone: Mysteries from Minnesota and Beyond

In 1898, a Minnesota farmer uprooted a large stone covered with mysterious runes that tell a story of land acquisition and murder. The stone allegedly dates back to 1362. Initially thought to be a hoax, new evidence suggests the find could be real. A clue that Norwegian Vikings and the Knights Templar discovered America 100 years before Columbus, perhaps bringing with them history’s greatest treasure – the Holy Grail. Discover the Viking Waterway, which will introduce you to places and passages that show a larger picture of past events in Minnesota as well as America’s East and West Coasts.

7/18

Tue 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

BSC NECE, Room 101

Instructor: Milan Christianson

Fee: $20 Course ID: 7070082

Why Worship?

To worship or not to worship? That is the question. This two-hour lecture will discuss what appears to be a large number of people around the world who are opting out of Sunday worship. We will look at recent research showing that the majority of people are opting to stay home on Sunday and examine some reasons why this is happening.

8/3

Thu 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

BSC NECE, Room 101

Instructor: Pat Pins

Fee: $20 Course ID: 7070087

Heroes of 9/11

During the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, nearly 3,000 people died, and over 6,000 were injured. All who endured that terrible day were brave, but some went above and beyond to save lives and prevent the tragedy from worsening. You will meet many heroes from 9/11: those in the towers, at the Pentagon, and on Flight 93. Also included will be the heroic first responders and animals who helped with rescue and recovery efforts after this horrific attack.

8/24

Thu 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

BSC NECE Auditorium, Room 304

Instructor: Ann Vadnie

Fee: $25 Course ID: 7070081

Nondiscrimination Statement

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