OLLI at CSU Fall 2025 Catalog

SEPTEMBER 22 – DECEMBER 19

Fall 2025

Aug.

Fall 2025 Director’s Message

As we launch another academic year embracing curiosity and connection, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Colorado State University is delighted to welcome back returning members and extend a warm invitation to those joining us for the first time. Whether you're here to explore a new topic or look forward to meeting like-minded learners — we’re glad you’re here.

OLLI at CSU is proudly approaching our 20th year of service thanks to the support of the Bernard Osher Foundation, Colorado State University, and the CSU Office of Engagement and Extension. By design, OLLI is a member-driven organization, open to all adults, but especially designed for those 50 and better. Our members (who now total over 1,400 each term) make the OLLI community of learners exceptional, bringing rich experiences and a shared curiosity to every class and conversation.

This fall, we’re again offering more than 170 in-person, online, and experiential opportunities across a wide range of topics: arts and culture, global affairs, history, literature, science and technology, wellness, and more. In this catalog, you’ll find courses designed to spark new ideas and foster meaningful connections — all in a welcoming, no-pressure environment free from tests and grades. This catalog is a map to new adventures, surprising insights, and friendships that form when minds are open, but at OLLI, the journey of learning has no final destination. Step in and see where your curiosity will take you this fall.

Our OLLI team takes pride in cultivating a dynamic slate of offerings, welcoming members with warmth and enthusiasm, and supporting our instructors so each class runs smoothly. We couldn’t do it without the energy and engagement you bring to this special learning community, and we can’t wait to see you in class this fall!

Warmly, Meredith Naughton

OLLI at a Glance

1,500+ 170+ 100+

7 classes and lectures members member bonus lectures instructors

Diverse in-person and online program offerings:

Art and Design

Cultural, Domestic, and Global Affairs

Health and Wellness

History, Psychology, and Philosophy

Literature and Communication

Music, Theatre, and Film

Nature, Science, and Technology

"OLLI is a wonderful resource for the community to continue learning through engaging courses."

"OLLI classes are fun, affordable, and intellectually stimulating. "

What Our Members Say

"OLLI is the highlight of my day. I truly look forward to every class."

"Each OLLI instructor brings a unique perspective with rich, in-depth material."

Fall 2025 Announcements

Your Choice: OLLI In-Person or Online

With 170+ multiweek courses, OLLI Talks, experiential tours, and OLLI member bonus activities, we think you’ll find there is something of interest for everyone. We are excited to continue offering 70% of the fall curriculum in-person at Drake Hall, with another 15% online, and 15% at offsite locations around Fort Collins.

Hybrid Courses!

Six hybrid courses are available in-person at Drake Hall OR online via Zoom this term. With a limited in-person classroom capacity, it is very important to register for your preferred format (online OR inperson) and to check your enrollment confirmations to ensure you are correctly registered. Unfortunately, it is not possible to register for the online section and then attend in-person. Since our zoom capacity is much larger, once the in-person section is full, the online section will automatically become available for registration. Please register carefully and pay close attention to the location details.

Online Registration Encouraged

We encourage members to continue using online registration and ask that you email OLLI@colostate.edu if you need help with this process. The OLLI team will be available for limited in-person registration on a drop-in basis and at the Fall Open House at CSU Drake Hall on September 4 from 2-4 p.m.

OLLI Monthly Email Newsletter

If you are not a member and want to receive the OLLI Monthly Newsletter, please complete the OLLI Newsletter Request Form, found on the OLLI website, or email OLLI@colostate.edu and request to be included in the email list to receive program highlights and learn about upcoming events.

Complimentary Member Bonus Courses

OLLI is pleased to continue offering the extremely popular series of complimentary bonus lectures for our members. This fall, members can enjoy six Drake Hall presentations on a variety of topics, and one available online. These bonus lectures are made possible thanks to your generous donations and are free to fall term OLLI members. Space is limited, however, and registration is required.

How to Zoom

Are you new to Zoom or would you like a Zoom refresher? Please contact the OLLI Team at OLLI@colostate.edu to set up a personal tutorial session with one of our helpful OLLI team members.

How to Register

Aug. 19 at 9 a.m. Registration opens online for all Art & Design courses

Aug. 20 at 9 a.m. Registration opens for all courses

Sept. 4 at 2–4 p.m. In-person registration at Drake Hall

There are two ways to register online:

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Go to www.osher.colostate.edu, select “Courses” at the top of the page, and browse the course list OR

Browse the interactive online catalog and select the “Click to Register” button next to the desired course.

To complete your registration:

• Click the “Add to Cart” button on each course detail page.

• After making all your course selections go to your cart and click the “Checkout” button.

• Login to your account with your email and password to complete the transaction. If you do not have an OLLI account, you will be prompted to create one.

• Your Zoom access link(s) for online classes will be sent to you in your receipt confirmation email.

If you have difficulty with the online registration process, you may contact our OLLI team by email at OLLI@colostate.edu, by phone at 970-491-7753, or in-person by appointment or attending the Fall Open House at Drake Hall.

"OLLI is a great place to meet new friends and build community. "

"OLLI is a fabulous program—great variety of topics, well-organized, and incredibly affordable."

Membership Info and Policies

About the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

The San Francisco–based Bernard Osher Foundation was started in 1977 by Bernard Osher, a respected businessperson and community leader. The Foundation seeks to improve the quality of life by supporting higher education and the arts. In partnership with the Bernard Osher Foundation, over 120 Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes are located on the campuses of colleges and universities in every state. Each institute provides a diverse array of noncredit courses and activities specifically developed for intellectually curious adults of all ages, with special attention to “seasoned adults” ages 50 or better.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Colorado State University was established in 2006 through an endowment by the Bernard Osher Foundation. OLLI at CSU is a membership-based program committed to fostering lifelong learning and enriching lives. Join us today to take part in OLLI’s growing community of learners and wide educational opportunities.

Why Become a Member?

Indulge your curiosity! People who are active, engaged in their communities, and enjoy learning throughout their lives feel more productive and purposeful and are healthier and happier. At OLLI there are no admission requirements, no grades, no tests, and no pressure. Instead, OLLI offers the opportunity to constantly learn more about the world, spark new curiosities, and join a community of inquisitive minds.

Who Belongs to OLLI?

Our members are people like you from all professions, educational backgrounds, and places. We welcome adults of all ages – with special consideration of those fifty and better – with a desire to learn, engage, build new friendships, and actively discover more about the world around us.

Become a Reciprocal Member of OLLI at DU

Membership with OLLI at CSU also provides the opportunity to become a Reciprocal Member at the University of Denver (DU) OLLI for $20/ year. This reciprocal membership provides access to online webinars, fitness classes, and a joint OLLI travel program. Email OLLI@colostate.edu for more information.

Why Membership Fees?

OLLI at CSU is a member-based, member-driven program. Each term, a current membership is required to participate in our many exciting multi-week courses, OLLI Talks lectures, and OLLI Experiences. OLLI non-refundable membership fees include complimentary member bonus lectures and are critical to our institute’s success and sustainability. Along with course tuition and donations, membership fees provide support for affordable, quality programming and the cultivation of an active lifelong learner community.

OLLI Membership

• OLLI offers two membership terms each year: Fall (August-December) and Spring (January-June).

• The $25 membership fee each term allows access to registration for all in-person and online courses and lectures.

• Enjoy complimentary member-only bonus activities included with your paid membership each term.

• If you are unsure of your membership status, visit the OLLI homepage and go to “My Account” and select “My Profile.” Scroll to the bottom to find your membership information. If you do not have a current membership, one will automatically be added to your checkout cart when you register for classes.

Multi-Week Courses, OLLI Talk Lectures, and Special Program Fees

• A paid membership is required to register for all courses, lectures, and special programs.

• Tuition for each course and special program varies based on the length of the course.

• Registration for each 2-hour OLLI Talks lecture is typically $10.

• Registration for multiple courses is encouraged.

• All courses, OLLI Talks lectures, and special programs enroll on a first come basis, subject to space availability. Waitlists are always available and highly encouraged.

• Registration continues throughout the term until the day a class or lecture begins.

Tuition Assistance

Thanks to the generosity of the Oltjenbruns Tuition Assistance Fund and the Cathy Stawarski Fund, scholarships are available to any new or returning member experiencing financial difficulty. If financial challenges prohibit you from enrolling in OLLI courses, you are invited and encouraged to apply for tuition assistance to help with course fees by filling out a simple Tuition Assistance Application, which can be found under the FAQs on the OLLI website.

Course Waitlists

If an online or in-person course reaches capacity, a waitlist will become available. If you register online, you will have the opportunity to directly add your name to the waitlist of any course at capacity. If a course does not show up in your search, the class and the waitlist are both full. If space in a waitlisted class becomes available, you will receive an email notification and will have 48 hours to accept the invitation to register for that class. If you do not register for the class within the 48-hour window, the automated system will offer the space to the next person on the waitlist.

Drop, Transfer, and Refund Appeal Policy

OLLI course and membership fees are critical to our institute’s sustainability and are non-refundable. If you need to drop a class, please visit the OLLI website to find a suitable transfer course that might better fit your schedule or needs. To arrange for a course transfer, email OLLI at OLLI@colostate.edu. A full or partial refund will only be considered on a case-by-case basis and for unusual extenuating circumstances. If you feel you have a unique situation requiring a refund, please complete a Refund Appeal Form, which can be found under the FAQs on the OLLI website. Members will be asked to provide written information detailing the reason for the refund request and will be notified once a determination is reached.

Unable to Attend

If you register for a class and cannot attend, please notify our office via email or phone. Do not offer your class seat to someone not registered for the class since we will reach out to members on the waitlist to fill the vacancy. Attendance is taken during each class session and unregistered visitors will not be allowed to remain in the class.

Class Cancellations

If a course or lecture is canceled, OLLI staff will reach out to all affected class members by email or phone as soon as possible. Members will have a 48-hour window to request a transfer to another course. Please check the OLLI website for alternative class options. After 48 hours, a full refund will be processed. Credit card refunds require ten business days.

Inclement Weather Days

If Colorado State University announces a weather-related closure, OLLI classes are also canceled that day, including online classes. In the event of a snow day or emergency cancellation of a single class, OLLI staff will notify all class members as soon as possible and will coordinate with the instructor regarding a makeup date. To guarantee we can contact you in case of a cancellation, please ensure your contact information is current. Email OLLI@colostate.edu if you need help updating your personal information.

Participant Guidelines

The mission of education is to promote intellectual, personal and social development and to provide an environment that encourages reasoned discourse, intellectual honesty, openness, and respect for the rights, opinions, and needs of all class participants without divisive, or polarizing comments. Thank you for keeping our virtual and in-person classrooms a positive learning space for all!

Support Your OLLI at CSU

Your tax-deductible contributions are essential to support and maintain a high-quality OLLI program, allowing us to keep membership and course fees low. As a self-supporting program, OLLI depends on your membership and tuition fees as well as contributions to sustain our program. Every dollar you give makes a difference. With your contributions, we can enhance and grow our engaging and thoughtful learning environment. Please consider making a valued donation by emailing giftplanning@colostate.edu or donate directly at give.colostate.edu/campaigns/44680.

9/23

Art and Design

OSHR 3295 OLLI Talks Tuesday Register

Dirt Cheap Garden Whimsy

Date: 9/23 | Instructor: Deb Courtner | Time: 10 a.m.–noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $10

Have you ever wanted a garden that reflects your creativity? Here is your chance to express some of those pent-up ideas. Viewing examples from Colorado gardens, participants will explore ways to create whimsical pieces from repurposed materials. They’ll also discover sources for inspiration and low-cost materials to enhance their outdoor environments.

The workshop will conclude with a small group activity to exercise creative thinking skills.

OSHR 2036 Tuesday Register

Art for the "non-artist"-Uncovering your Inner Creativity

Dates: 9/23-10/14 | Instructor: Paula Watson-Lakamp | Time: 1-3:30 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 25 | Cost: $65

Have you always believed you were a creative person, but somewhere along the way, your inner critic decided you weren’t? “I can’t even draw a straight line” is a quote I hear a lot from my students, and I say, “Great, straight lines are boring!”.

Join other like-minded people as we explore the wonderful world of creativity and art making. We will begin by making an art journal to hold all your creative ideas and then work with TWO different art media and techniques each week. From watercolor pencils to ink, we will bring out your inner creative and set you up for success in an art practice. There is a little something for everyone, with no straight lines or stick figures required!

Creating art can bring amazing things into your life! Not only can it reduce stress, help with mental focus, and bring joy, but it will also give you a new, exciting chapter in your life and a new way of observing and expressing feelings and thoughts. Come with an open mind, nimble fingers, and a curiosity to learn and grow.

Course supplies are provided and included with your tuition.

OSHR 2078 Thursday Register

Beginning Printmaking with Gelli Pads

Dates: 9/25-10/2 or 12/4-12/11 | Instructor: Patty Pyrz | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Northside Aztlan | Class size: 15 | Cost: $40

Are you interested in printmaking? What is it exactly? Gelli printing is a form of mono-printing that utilizes a flexible gel plate and acrylic paint to create textures and layers of color. Discover this fun technique and learn how to transfer images onto another surface. For this workshop, we will use our Gelli (gelatin) Pads to create images using acrylic paint or ink, then press them onto paper. After exploring stamps and other items, we will create monoprints, which permit unique, freeform printed images every time. Engage in playful experimentation and have some fun! You do not have to be an artist to take this class!

Print tools and paint will be provided and are included in your tuition. Please plan to bring supplemental items from the list found on the online course page.

OSHR 1279 OLLI Experience Friday Register

Paint an Autumn Landscape in Watercolor

Date: 9/26 | Instructor: Steve Griggs | Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $125

Join Steve for this 'Paint Along' class, where he will construct a beautiful autumn landscape painting from start to finish while you paint along with him. Steve will take you through the process step by step. He will demonstrate how he moves through the steps to create a loose, moving, and evocative painting. Plan to have fun, try some new painting techniques, and see what you can do when you paint with a loose watercolor style! All levels are welcome. This class might be challenging for a complete beginner, but if you're up for a fun challenge, please join us!

The required supply list for this class can be found on the course page of the OLLI website.

Art and Design

OSHR 2083 Tuesday Register

Continuing Your Watercolor Journey-Beyond

the Basics

Dates: 9/30-10/21 | Instructor: Karen Ramsay | Time: 9 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $70

As we continue our watercolor journey, this class will deepen our understanding of value, shape, and color while exploring fresh and vibrant painting techniques. We'll build upon fundamental skills, working from sketches, value and color studies, and more to develop luminous and expressive paintings.

The required supply list is available on the OLLI website.

OSHR 2082 Online Monday Register

Landscape Photography

Dates: 10/6-10/20 | Instructor: Eli Vega | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Online | Class size: 15 | Cost: $35

In this highly interactive course, you will learn about landscape composition, exposure, lenses, landscape equipment and accessories, depth of field, lighting, time and timing, photographing different seasons, dealing with flare, shooting in snow, and more.

OSHR 2088 Friday Register

Women in Art History

Dates: 10/10-11/14 | Instructor: Margaret Sharkoffmadrid Time: 10 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 30 | Cost: $60

Participants will study and discuss the works of numerous female artists who have made significant contributions to the visual arts. Often, these artists had to compete with more well-known male counterparts, and many had hoped they would someday be recognized simply as artists, not women artists. We will focus on a few artists each week, examine their chosen media and content, discuss the contextual issues each dealt with, and enjoy their expressive and impressive works. Artists may include: Abakanowicz, Abramovic, Cassatt, Chicago, Crosby, de St Phalle, Flack, Frankenthaler, Gentileschi, the Guerilla Girls, Hepworth, Hood, Kahlo, Kauffman, Kollwitz, Krasner, Kruger, Kusama, Lange, Lin, Marisol, Martin, Mehretu, Mitchell, Neel, Neshat, Nevelson, O’Keefe, Ringgold, Robertson, Sherman, Smith, and/or Walker. The class format will be slide-illustrated discussions. A list of optional readings will be provided on the first day.

OSHR 2047 Wednesday Register

Acrylic Painting Techniques

Dates: 10/15-11/19 | Instructor: Joseph Osmann | Time: 9 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $100

This course will focus on a wide range of acrylic painting techniques that you can apply to any subject. Topics include materials, brush and palette knife effects, color mixing, and glazing. Acrylic is a very versatile medium. With instruction, it offers many of the properties of oil paint with practical advantages of its own.

The required supply list for this class can be found on the course page of the OLLI website.

OSHR 2034 Wednesday Register

The Startling Story of French Impressionism

Dates: 10/15-11/19 | Instructor: Joseph Osmann | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

French Impressionism was the first modern artistic movement that produced works of art that reflected the world in which they lived. In the process, these artists rebelled against classical subject matter and the powerful French Art Establishment. While Impressionism is arguably the most enduringly popular art style, it was met with strong criticism as it emerged in the 1870s. Writers declared that sunglasses should be provided to protect viewers from the bright colors. One critic warned that pregnant women would miscarry if they had the misfortune of wandering into an Impressionist exhibition. This course will examine the personal stories and artistic achievements of the men and women who explored the nuances of light, form, and color that transformed how we see. Open discussions and participant observations are essential features of this course.

Art and Design

OSHR 2087 Thursday Register

Crafted by Hand: Exploring Shaker & Arts & Crafts Furniture

Dates: 10/16-10/23 | Instructor: Michael Jess | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 30 | Cost: $20

Class participation will be emphasized through images of historical pieces and in-class examples. Following a brief discussion aimed at recognizing wood varieties and the joinery used for holding everything together, pieces representing more than a dozen recognized styles will be reviewed. Photos from museums, private collections, and auction catalogs, as well as examples by contemporary builders (including the presenter), will supplement the discussion.

Shaker and Arts & Crafts/Mission furniture will be highlighted during the second session. In their pursuit of spiritual purity, Shaker craftsmen created utilitarian pieces, often painted and devoid of moldings and highly figured components. While only a few elderly Shakers remain, examples from several contemporary builders suggest the tradition continues. As part of a larger social movement rejecting mass production and excessive ornamentation, the Arts & Crafts/Mission movement sought a hand-crafted look. Makers like Gustav Stickley emphasized straight lines, exposed joinery, and hand-hammered hardware. In addition to examples from Stickley and his competitors, participants will view pieces from modern commercial and individual designers and builders.

OSHR 3267 OLLI Talks

Wednesday Register

1000 Paper Cranes-Learning to Fold for Peace & Happiness

Date: 10/22 | Instructor: Alyssa Golinvaux | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $15

Learn the steps to the contemplative practice of folding a paper crane. We’ll use the book Senbazuru to walk us through the process step by step, with bite-sized lessons in mindfulness with each fold. We’ll also learn about the origins of origami and the significance of the paper crane for global peace. In this workshop-style class, origami paper will be provided to create 2-3 paper cranes for each student. All supplies are included in the course tuition.

OSHR 2091 Monday & Tuesday Register

Creating a Mood Board for Your Home

Dates: 10/27-10/28 (two consecutive days) | Instructor: Denise Koenigs

Time: 10 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 25 | Cost: $25

A mood board is one of the first steps in the design process that helps define your personal style. In this two-session, hands-on class, we will explore what your personal style is and then translate it to a mood board, which we will create in class.

The required supply list for this class can be found on the course page of the OLLI website.

OSHR 3339 OLLI Talks

Friday Register

World Heritage Architecture:

Recognizing Works of "Outstanding Universal Value"

Date: 10/31 | Instructor: Jim Rose | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

There are over 950 buildings and sites of architectural importance on the most recent listing of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This class will explore a small sampling of examples that illustrate the diversity of how civilizations and cultures have shaped the built environment in response to social, religious, economic, political and environmental conditions.

Art and Design

OSHR 2020 Monday Register

More Drawing FUNdamentals-Bringing Out Your Inner Artist

Dates: 11/3-12/15 | Instructor: Carol Marander | Time: 9 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $100

"I sometimes think there is nothing so delightful as drawing." –Vincent van Gogh

Take your drawing skills to the next level with this fun drawing class. Participants will learn various drawing techniques using conte crayons, graphite pencils, pen and ink, and various other drawing implements. Learn how to draw what you see. Enhance your knowledge of using line, value, shape, pattern, and repetition in your drawings. Gain skill with composition, perspective and proportion. Examples of drawings through the ages will be presented.

The required supply list for this class can be found on the course page of the OLLI website.

OSHR 2084 Tuesday Register

More Art Journaling

Dates: 11/4-12/2 | Instructor: Patty Pyrz | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $50

Express yourself and create your own unique art journal entries using various mediums in this fun and relaxing class! Learn specific techniques using multiple mediums to apply to your journal and utilize prompts to create without self-judgment. Create marks through expressive art practices by arranging color, words, images, and various ephemera in your art journal. Discover easy art and mindful activities to unwind at home, along with creative art practices for self-care. This class will build upon Art Journaling 1 and 2. Previous Art Journaling experience is recommended.

The required supply list for this class can be found on the course page of the OLLI website.

OSHR 2086 Friday Register

Hand Lettering & Fonts

Dates: 11/14-11/21 | Instructor: Diane Odbert | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $20

Hand lettering is something we all do whenever we pick up a pencil or pen. This class will explore expanding our existing penmanship into artistic fonts that can be applied to posters, special invitations, signs, art journals, and family heirloom quality letters. While calligraphy often comes to mind with hand lettering, the focus here will be on developing your natural penmanship and exploring the drawing of different fonts as a form of artistic expression.

The required supply list for this class can be found on the course page of the OLLI website.

OSHR 2090 Tuesday Register

Beginning Foundational Watercolor

Dates: 11/18-12/16 | Instructor: Paula Watson-Lakamp Time: 9 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $80

The goal of this 4-week class is to help you develop watercolor skills that will help you create paintings that are bold and loose, yet rooted in the traditional design elements of value, color, form, and space. This course is set up for the beginner who wants to start out right on advancing their skills.

All supplies will be provided and are included in the course tuition. Lessons will include:

1. Types of brushes, paper, and how to control water

2. How to set up a limited palette and mix the colors you need

3. How to work wet-in-wet, use layers and other techniques

4. How to use sketches and photos to create compositions

5. Learn to have a strong focal point and be able to say more with less paint

6. Gain the confidence to use your paints and paper whenever the mood strikes

Cultural, Domestic & Global Affairs

OSHR 5098 Tuesday Register

Democracy's Urgent Call for Intersectionality

Dates: 9/23-10/14 | Instructor: Dale Grenfell | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $40

An authentic and durable democracy requires more than electing leaders, honoring a constitution, or passing relevant laws. It requires adopting a paradigm of global intersectionality - an ethos of connectivity, diversity, equality, compassion, environmental justice, restorative solutions, and creating communities of “otherness.” The survival of a threatened planet and the well-being of its inhabitants depend on it. Democracies reject oppressive political, social, and economic systems that structure inequality and manifest in ways that work to sustain hierarchical control (racism, entitlement, sexism, privilege, capitalism, colonialism, nationalism….). Currently, only 8% of the world’s population lives in full democracy. First Nation citizens recognize "Mitakuye oyasin" (We are all related). Can we learn from these societies that have survived for eons in consensus democracies with careful attention to the balance of power? “Imagine,” wrote John Lennon. This class will be an opportunity to "imagine" together and consider if we are ready to live in a world we say we want to create.

OSHR 3310 Hybrid OLLI Talks Wednesday Register

Overview of Recent U.S. Trade Policy

Date: 9/24 | Instructor: John Olienyk | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall or Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

The global world order has been undergoing dramatic change since the presidential election of 2024, not least in the realm of international trade. The sudden and dramatic imposition of acrossthe-board tariffs by the U.S. in the spring of 2025 sent shockwaves around the globe. This dalliance with tariffs, along with other changes in the direction of U.S. foreign policy, have fostered rethinking and restructuring of international relations generally. The impacts of these policy changes on the U.S. economy and the economies of our trading partners will be examined in this class.

OSHR 5094 Monday Register

Judaism 101: A Modern Introduction to the Oldest Monotheism

Dates: 9/29-11/3 | Instructor: Rabbi Hillel Katzir | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall + Tour | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

Judaism was the ground from which the other Western monotheisms, Christianity and Islam, grew. This class will examine the origins, history, beliefs, and practices of Judaism, including a brief look at Kabbalah, how Judaism has had to evolve over its history to survive to today, and the contributions that Judaism and Jews have made to Western civilization. A visit to a local synagogue is planned for one class meeting.

OSHR 5074 002/003 Tuesday Register

Great Decisions 2025 Part 2

Dates: 9/30-11/11 (every other week) or 11/18-12/16 (once a week)

Instructors: Jerry Dauth & Karen Heckman or Richard Waal

Time: 10:00 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 22 | Cost: $70

Great Decisions is America’s most extensive discussion program on World Affairs and is part of the Foreign Policy Association. This course aims to introduce participants to critical foreign policy issues and to have open, respectful discussions on our collective future in this interdependent world. During each session, we will watch a video presentation covering this session’s topics:

1. International Climate Cooperation in an Era of Geopolitical Turmoil

2. The Future of NATO and European Security

3. AI and American National Security

4. American Policy in the Middle East

Then, we will discuss the issue presented. Participants will be encouraged to prepare by reading the assigned chapter from the Great Decisions 2025 Briefing Book, which will be provided and is included in the course tuition.

Note: OSHR 5074 002 is taught by Jerry Dauth and Karen Heckman and meets every other week 9/30–11/11, 10 a.m.–noon.

OSHR 5074 003 is taught by Richard Waal and meets once each week 11/18–12/16, 10 a.m.–noon.

Required Reading: Great Decisions 2025 Briefing Book (can be picked up at the OLLI office by Sept. 4)

Cultural, Domestic & Global Affairs

OSHR 3269 Hybrid OLLI Talks Wednesday Register

Update on the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Date: 10/1 | Instructor: John Olienyk | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall or Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

The Russian invasion of Ukraine and its occupation of parts of Ukraine in the east and south has significantly impacted the lives of Ukrainians. Those in the occupied regions are living in a harsh, regimented environment where personal freedom is limited, while those in the remainder of the country have had to adjust to the constant threat of attack and to other privations that have come with the war. Over the centuries, the resilience and ingenuity of Ukrainian people have enabled the nation to overcome any number of challenges, and that is no less true today. This course will review recent developments in Ukraine and focus on how the Ukrainians have responded to the current challenges.

OSHR 3325 OLLI Talks Online Thursday Register

The Danube River

Date: 10/2 | Instructor: Stephenie Slahor | Time: 1-2:30 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

The Danube is Europe's second-longest river at over 1700 miles. We will explore the region from southern Germany/Bavaria to Vienna, Austria, an area rich in history, culture, and even some fun.

OSHR 3337 OLLI Bonus Monday Register

Ranked Choice Voting

Date: 10/6 | Instructor: Kathleen Schmidt | Time: 4-6 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

On November 8, 2022, 58% of registered voters in Fort Collins said YES to using Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) to elect their mayor and city council members. On November 4, 2025, registered city voters will have the opportunity to use RCV for the first time, making Fort Collins the largest city in Colorado to adopt this new voting procedure. Previously, voters could only choose one candidate. This November, they will rank candidates in order of preference: first, second, third, and so on. This presentation, presented by the League of Women Voters, will provide a brief overview of RCV, what a RCV ballot looks like, and how to correctly mark a RCV ballot in races with three or more candidates.

OSHR 3312 Hybrid OLLI Talks Wednesday Register

Perspectives on the National Debt

Date: 10/8 | Instructor: John Olienyk | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall or Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Despite the pledges of many political leaders in recent decades to rein it in, the U.S. federal debt, relative to the size of the U.S. economy, is at levels not seen since World War II and is continuing to grow. How did we end up with this much debt? How much debt is too much? What kinds of costs might this debt impose on future generations? What would it take to slow down or even reverse this growth, and what would be the likely impacts of those policies? These and other related questions will be addressed in an interactive, discussion-oriented format.

OSHR 3320 OLLI Talks Thursday Register

Nothing About Us Without Us: Changemaking through Age-Friendly Smart Communities

Date: 10/9 | Instructor: Erin Maruzzella | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Around the world, communities are reimagining how we live, age, and thrive together. In this course, learners will explore the AgeFriendly Smart Cities model—an emerging global framework that uses technology to support aging-in-place and intergenerational well-being. Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, participants will learn about The Age-Friendly Design Thinking Approach™, an innovative design methodology that centers on every age and every stage of life and how it is used in the collaborative design of products, systems, and spaces.

Learners will gain tools to identify and advocate against ageism and engage the right stakeholders to drive Age-Friendly change. We’ll explore local and global movements where older adults are playing a powerful role. This course is ideal for anyone curious about social impact, digital equity, urban design, longevity, and how to raise their own voice in the creation of a more inclusive world—no design experience required. Your lived experience is the most essential expertise you bring.

Cultural, Domestic & Global Affairs

OSHR 3311 Hybrid OLLI Talks Thursday Register

Stability of the Social Security System

Date: 10/16 | Instructor: John Olienyk | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall or Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

The Social Security Act was signed into law by President Roosevelt in 1935 during the depths of the Great Depression. It created a federal safety net primarily for elderly and disadvantaged Americans which is currently serving about 68 million people. The program has been controversial from the beginning and continues to be a political hot potato. This class will address several difficulties facing the system, particularly the longer-term issue of sustainability of the program due to depletion of the Social Security trust fund and significant demographic shifts. Pressure on the trust fund creates the potential for benefit cuts or revenue-enhancing changes to the program.

OSHR 3326

OLLI Talks Online Wednesday Register Prague and the Czech Republic

Date: 10/22 | Instructor: Stephenie Slahor | Time: 1-2:30 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Most visitors to Europe opt for London, Paris, and Rome, but for those seeking something different, the Czech Republic and its capital, Prague, offer unique history, sites, and interesting cultural heritage. It truly is one of those so-called "undiscovered" places to experience and savor.

OSHR 5097 Tuesday Register

One Year to the Off-Year Congressional Elections in 2026 - What to Expect in the Year Ahead

Dates: 10/28-11/4 | Instructor: David Caputo | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $20

The 2026 Congressional elections will be fast approaching in November 2025. This two-session course will focus on the historical perspective of recent off-year election outcomes and what is at stake in the House and Senate elections in 2026. Several key races and the importance of the off-year elections to President Trump and the Democrats will be discussed. Voting requirement changes will also be discussed. The class will consider the components of an AI predictive model for 2026 election outcomes. This class is nonpartisan and discussion is encouraged.

OSHR 5099 Tuesday Register

U.S. Supreme Court Fall Update: Comparing Court Responses to Trump and Biden's Aggressive Action

Dates: 11/4-11/11 | Instructor: Richard Alper | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 30 | Cost: $20

This course will examine one or two examples of aggressive executive agency action from the Trump and Biden administrations (2021 and 2025) that were reviewed and decided by the US Supreme Court. It will include an instructor presentation and ample time for class discussion.

OSHR 5102 Online Thursday Register

Frank Lloyd Wright: Fallingwater plus the 1930s

Dates: 11/6-11/13 | Instructor: Craig Zabel | Time: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $20

At age 70, Frank Lloyd Wright shocked the architectural world with his audacious Fallingwater in Pennsylvania. This course will explore this extraordinary house in relation to its times, the era of the Great Depression. Fallingwater will also be examined within the context of other Wright buildings of the 1930s, such as his Usonian houses, Broadacre City, Taliesin West in Arizona, Auldbrass Plantation in South Carolina, and Wingspread and the Johnson Wax Administration Building in Wisconsin.

OSHR 3335 OLLI Talks Online Wednesday Register

Where on Earth is the U.S.? Are we in the Top 10?

Date: 11/12 | Instructor: Doug Stowell | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

How does the U.S. compare in meeting the challenges that exist in 2025? We will examine 24 topics, including GDP, Wages, Taxes, Trade Balance, Tariffs, Environment, Energy, Education, Healthcare, Climate Change, Immigration, Safety, Prosperity, Happiness, and the concept of “best” nations, among others. We will use the "Top 10" format, which provides a quick "snapshot" of the U.S. rank relative to other nations. Our sources are international surveys by highly credible and impartial worldwide organizations. This is the 4th bi-annual edition of the program and includes three discussion breaks. A complete PDF copy will be supplied in advance.

Cultural, Domestic & Global Affairs

OSHR 3330 OLLI Talks Thursday Register

Peacebuilding and Best-Case Thinking

Date: 11/20 | Instructor: William Timpson | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Mairead Corrigan Maguire (2000) was the winner of the 1977 Nobel Peace Prize for her work in Northern Ireland to involve ordinary people in the effort to end the violence and to build a culture of peace. When addressing these kinds of complex issues, with all their systemic reasons and historic roots, she notes Gandhi’s insistence that “nonviolence does not mean passivity. It is the most daring, creative, and courageous way of living, and it is the only hope for the world. Nonviolence demands creativity.” In this two-hour session, you will hear about case studies from my work overseas. In Northern Ireland, for example, you will (1) understand how the principles of peacebuilding can be applied to a wide range of human activity, from the personal to the organizational, from the national to the international and (2) you will come to appreciate your own skills at teamwork with their requirements for deep listening, empathic understanding and consensus, in particular.

OSHR 5100 Friday Register

U.S. Supreme Court Overturns Landmark 40 Year

Precedent; Chevron Deference

Dates: 11/21-12/19 | Instructor: Richard Alper | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 30 | Cost: $40

In June of 2024, in a case called Loper Bright, the Supreme Court held that courts no longer need to defer to expertise-driven, policy-based decisions by federal agencies. How will this decision affect corporate and nonprofit behavior and workload in the courts? What is the significance for the constitutional separation of powers? This course will include an instructor presentation and ample time for class discussion.

OSHR 3331 OLLI Talks

Thursday Register

Exploring Sustainable Solutions: A Case-Based Approach

Date: 12/11 | Instructor: William Timpson | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

We have one earthly home, yet mounting scientific evidence points to the threats we continue to pose to its health. Join our two-hour exploration of real cases where ordinary people are committing to positive “best-case thinking” that can address the deep interdependence of people, their economies, and the health of the planet in all its living forms. Deepen your understanding of sustainability through understanding a range of projects that I have worked on overseas, particularly in Korea and Burundi, East Africa. Topics will include: (1) How critical and creative thinking have been used to address complex and interrelated issues of sustainability; (2) When a commitment to sustainability challenged conventional practices and nurtured change; (3) How people learned to work more cooperatively on negotiated solutions to complex problems; (4) Why deep listening can engender empathy and understanding; (5) How anger and emotion can be understood and managed when confronting the challenges to sustainability; (6) What it takes to stay centered when aggressive or dysfunctional attitudes mix dangerously with ineffective policies and practices.

OSHR 3031 OLLI Talks

Middle East Update

Tuesday Register

Date: 12/16 | Instructor: Rabbi Hillel Katzir | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

The situation in the Middle East changes almost daily. The class will examine the current situation in that volatile region as of the class meeting date. It will touch on U.S.-Israel relations, the internal politics of Israel, the Palestinians, the other nations in the region, the issues that drive the conflicts, and any prospects for peace.

Health & Wellness

OSHR 3159 OLLI Talks

Brain and Memory

Date: 9/22 | Instructor: Nina Azari | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

This course examines the brain regions involved in various types of memory. Participants will gain insight into the underlying causes of brain dysfunction in patients with memory deficits (e.g., Alzheimer’s disease).

OSHR 9090

Five Element Qi Gong

Dates: 9/23-10/7 | Instructor: Ivan Ankeny | Time: 10-11:30 a.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 20 | Cost: $25

Five Element Qi Gong is an ancient movement practice based on the Five Element Theory of Traditional Chinese Medicine. It is the concept that all things are related to the elements of Metal (Air), Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. This practice is used to promote health, vitality, and longevity through understanding and cultivating the body's energy flow, which helps promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. This is an introduction to Five Element Qi Gong for anyone interested in exploring the practice. These movements can be practiced standing or sitting.

OSHR 9004

ESSENTRICS® Aging Backwards

Dates: (9/23-10/14), (9/25-10/16), (10/28-11/18), (10/30-11/20)

Instructor: Terry Nolan | Time: 10-11 a.m

Location: Studio West Dance Center | Class size: 20 | Cost: $35

ESSENTRICS® is an age-reversing workout that encourages mobility and flexibility, relieves pain, and stimulates cells to boost energy, vibrancy, and the immune system. Using music to cue movement, it's a dynamic full-body stretch and strengthening program created by Miranda Esmonde-White, author of Forever Painless and the New York Times bestseller, Aging Backwards. This class is for OLLI members who are moderately fit and have their doctor's approval to exercise. Each session will include a 45-minute workout along with discussion about how ESSENTRICS® keeps our minds and bodies active.

Required Supplies: Yoga Mat

OSHR 3321 OLLI Bonus

How Can Your Home Be a "Lifelong Home"?!

Date: 9/23 | Instructors: Brian Dunbar & Drew Sorrells

Time: 10 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

Recent research indicates that over 80% of adults aged 50 and above wish to remain in their homes and communities as they age. We want to stay close to family, friends, and familiar resources (retail, recreation, etc.) where we feel safe and comfortable with a strong sense of belonging. Yet fewer than 10% of homes are designed or built to support health and well-being as we age and/or encounter various limitations.

CSU’s Institute for the Built Environment (IBE) has created a program to guide homeowners and builders toward creating “Lifelong Homes.” These homes incorporate features such as ease of mobility, supportive furniture, circadian lighting, energy-efficient systems, sleep-friendly environments, and elements that promote safety, health, and comfort for individuals of all abilities.

Enjoy this introductory presentation, which offers an overview of the Lifelong Homes & Communities program and showcases how any new or existing home can become a certified Lifelong Home. Subsequently, IBE will offer workshops guiding residents in designing or modifying their Lifelong Homes.

OSHR 1274 OLLI Experience Offsite Wednesday Register

Shin-rin Yoku: What is Forest Bathing?

Date: 9/24 | Instructor: Alyssa Golinvaux | Time: 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Location: Lory State Park-Well Gulch Nature Trail | Class size: 20 | Cost: $15

In this class, we will learn about shin-rin yoku, the Japanese ritual of "forest bathing" or spending intentional time in nature. During our walk through a natural area, we will learn about the rituals and science behind this practice and be given space to practice. Experience a renewed sense of awe by slowing down and cultivating mindfulness during your walk. The health benefits of shin-rin yoku go beyond the sense of well-being that you will feel after your time in nature - come experience it for yourself!

Health & Wellness

OSHR 3293 OLLI Talks Thursday Register

Unmasking Nutritional Dogma: A Common-Sense Guide for Modern Humans

Date: 9/25 | Instructor: Stephanie Thomas | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

In an age flooded with expert opinions, conflicting studies, and questionable dietary guidelines, navigating the world of health and nutrition can feel overwhelming.

In this presentation, we’ll step outside the noise of modern health discourse to explore the evolutionary roots of human nutrition, how our bodies are designed to eat and thrive, and the myths that sustain today’s nutritional orthodoxy. We will debunk common nutritional myths, offer guidance on how to distinguish science from “scientism” and explore practical tools for nourishing and healing the body— all while considering how we might approach health with greater common sense, humility, and curiosity.

OSHR 3340 OLLI Talks Friday Register

The Changing Landscape of Healthcare: From Patient-Centered to Business-Centered Care

Date: 9/26 | Instructor: Margie Eagan | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 25 | Cost: $15

Join Dr. Margaret Eagan, a board-certified expert in endocrinology and lifestyle medicine, for an insightful discussion on how healthcare has shifted over the past 30 years—from patient-centered care to a business-driven model that has impacted both patients and providers. In this engaging session, Dr. Eagan will explore:

• How our healthcare needs evolve as we age and who is best suited to guide us through the later stages of life.

• The power of patient education and advocacy in making informed medical decisions.

• How to interpret key lab results (e.g., high TSH, bone density scans, coronary calcium scores) and what questions to ask your provider.

• Which online resources and social media sites offer reliable, evidence-based medical information.

• Interactive Q&A Session for the the final hour. Bring your questions!

Note: This discussion provides medical opinions, not advice.

OSHR 3244 OLLI Talks

Friday Register

Introduction to Estate Planning

Date: 10/3 | Instructor: John Blair | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

During our session, John Blair will discuss the whys and hows of estate planning. Come prepared to learn and ask questions during this interactive session.

• Why do estate planning?

• How does property pass at death?

• Issues to consider regarding wills?

• What about trusts?

• What about taxes?

• What about charitable giving?

• How should I allocate my assets?

OSHR 9088

Friday Register

Take Charge of Your Life

Dates: 10/3-10/24 | Instructor: Nancy Buck | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $40

How's your life going? Are you satisfied? Do you feel free to make the most of your life's choices? Do you feel powerful and free to make changes? When you feel angry or upset, do you feel like this was an independent choice you made? Or do you feel as though someone, something, or some event MADE you feel this way?

Take Charge of Your Life is a class designed to introduce learners to an internal control psychology known as Choice Theory. Over the course of this 4-week class, learners will be introduced to the foundational concepts of Choice Theory psychology and begin to apply these concepts personally to their lives, thereby increasing their personal satisfaction, productivity, and happiness.

This isn't a quick fix or a simple transformation. During this class, you will be challenged, sometimes feeling like your brain is turning inside out. However, with guidance and support, you will learn a brand-new way of understanding yourself, your world, and the positive steps to achieve greater happiness and satisfaction as you take charge of your life.

Health & Wellness

OSHR 9079 Thursday Register

Pay Attention to Your Attention: Mindful-Based Attention Training

Dates: 10/9-10/30 | Instructor: Jo Locricchio | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $40

Do you ever feel like you're missing out on your present-moment experiences? Is it hard to stay focused while juggling multiple responsibilities? Would you like to provide yourself with quick, kind, nurturing moments, to help you get through your day without becoming exhausted?

If so, then this is the class for you! Research indicates that our attention wanders every 7 seconds, resulting in a loss of about 50% of the present moment each day. This loss of attention is a key contributor to stress, burnout, and exhaustion.

In this class, participants will explore and practice a sciencebased approach to strengthening attention through mindful stress management, self-compassion techniques, and the power of community. By practicing focused and natural breathing techniques and utilizing grounding anchors, participants will become more aware of their attention's focus and learn how to intentionally direct it toward their desired goals.

Note: This class invites participants to engage in honest emotional reflection and teaches techniques for both emotional and physical self-regulation to help manage stress, build resilience, and enhance overall well-being.

OSHR 1278 OLLI Experience Thursday Register

Find Your Happy Space with KRFC 88.9 FM Community Radio

Date: 10/9 | Instructors: Betsy Perna & Sean Lamborne | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall & KRFC Studio | Class size: 20 | Cost: $10

Looking for a happy listening space? KRFC 88.9 FM offers positive, local, and community-oriented programming to connect, inform, and inspire its listeners. Find out how a "housebound" radio station has evolved over the past twenty years to consistently provide entertaining, relevant and vital listening fare to north-eastern Colorado and beyond. A studio tour date will be decided during the class.

OSHR 3323 OLLI Talks Friday Register

Transforming End of Life Regrets

Dates: 10/10 or 10/17 | Instructors: Manuel Arellano & Veronica Patterson

Time: 1-3 p.m. | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 15 | Cost: $15

What do we wish we had done, said, or dared—when life draws to a close? Inspired by Bronnie Ware’s The Top Five Regrets of the Dying, this course invites us to reflect on the wisdom of those who have looked back, so we may live the lives still unfolding before us more fully.

Through poetry, short writing, and open-hearted conversation, we’ll explore what it means to live authentically, speak our truths, and stay close to those we love. This is a space for gentle reckoning and courageous imagining—a chance to turn regret into clarity, grief into gratitude, and time into something luminous and alive.

OSHR 9092 Online Tuesday Register

Five Element Qi Gong

Dates: 10/14-10/28 | Instructor: Ivan Ankeny | Time: 10-11:30 a.m. | Location: Online | Class size: 20 | Cost: $25

The Three Treasures refer to the three core energy centers of the body, which are called the Jing (essence, physical), Qi (emotional, vital energy), and Shen (spirit, consciousness), according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. In this course, we will practice movements and techniques to balance and harmonize those energy centers to promote physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. This course is designed for beginners and can be practiced seated.

Health & Wellness

OSHR 9037 Tuesday Register

The Nuts and Bolts of Death and Dying: What You Need to Know Before You Need to Know It

Dates: 10/14-10/28 | Instructors: Nina Rubin & Ren Scherling

Time: 1-3 p.m. | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 30 | Cost: $30

We are told that all that is guaranteed in life are death and taxes. Sadly, despite the inevitable fact of death, most people remain woefully unprepared when the time comes, leaving their surviving loved ones to make decisions under the worst possible conditions. This class will address your questions and concerns and help prepare you with the information you need to make informed decisions in advance. The course will cover end-of-life concerns, advanced directives, options for final disposition, costs, and laws and consumer protections in place.

OSHR 9087 Thursday Register

The Journey Within: Exploring Our Inner Terrain with Mindfulness

Dates: 10/16-10/30 | Instructor: Sue Schneider | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

Our natural desire to travel and explore new places brings us into contact with the external world. But what plans do we make to traverse our inner world, and what can we learn from journeying inside? As Author Oscar Miro-Quesada writes, “The largest voyage you will ever take is the seventeen inches from your head to your heart.” Drawing from research in mindfulness, neuroscience, anthropology, and psychology, this class series will explore how mindfulness meditation and other contemplative practices can support our journey within. In session one, we will learn the foundations of mindfulness to practice navigating our inner terrain. In session two, we will explore how to overcome internal obstacles that serve as barriers to deepening our practice. Our third session will examine the benefits that we can reap from attending and befriending our inner world.

OSHR 1284 OLLI Experience

A Taste of Italy at the Cooking Studio

Date: 10/23 | Instructor: Cooking Studio Chefs | Time: 1 – 4 p.m.

Location: The Cooking Studio | Class size: 16 | Cost: $100

Are you ready to cook a delicious meal with professional chefs guiding you? Come in and learn cooking skills as you prepare a delicious meal. After you eat, someone else will do the dishes! The menu includes bacon panzanella salad, homemade fettuccini with mushroom cream sauce, and a glazed rum cake.

OSHR 1260 OLLI Experience

Beyond 50 and Finishing Strong Retreat: Finding Community, Meaning, Mischief, and Awe

Date: 10/29 | Instructor: Rich Feller | Time: 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Location: Tamasag Retreat Center | Class size: 35 | Cost: $65

When we were younger, we were asked, “WHAT do you want to be?”

Beyond 50, reflecting on WHO and HOW we want to be is liberating. Moving beyond an achievement identity, many adopt a “growing” and "experimenting" lifestyle. Join us at Tamasag’s “in nature” setting for this very popular day of reflection with safe and structured group conversations. We'll experience "deep listening", community, and a chance to explore possibilities by 1. Clarifying your personal “Good Life” (personalized definition of success) 2. Finding moments of Awe (savor their impact) 3. Clarifying intentions (create a Purpose and Life Design Statement) 4. Reflecting on five “Ultimate Questions” (about living and dying with grace, dignity, and some mischief) 5. Exploring “What’s Next” possibilities (with affirmative peer feedback) 6. Crafting your list of “Tiny Habits” to “Finish Strong.”

Note: Please plan to bring your own lunch to the retreat

"I often tell friends how much we like our OLLI program—great classes, great teachers, and very engaged students. "

Health & Wellness

OSHR 9095 Thursday Register

Transform Your Life with Everyday Awe and Wonder

Dates: 10/30-11/13 | Instructor: Christine O’Brien | Time: 1 p.m.- 3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

Awe and wonder have the power to transform our nervous system and heart, helping us become more connected, compassionate, and socially engaged human beings. You will learn how to integrate and layer AWE into daily life based on current Awe research by Dacher Keltner. Keltner, founder of the Greater Good Science Center, defines Awe as a feeling of being in the presence of something vast that transcends your current understanding of the world. His book Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life identifies eight wonders of life that create the internal experience of Awe. These are: 1. Moral Beauty 2. Collective Effervescence 3. Nature 4. Music 5. Visual Design 6. Spiritual 7. Life and Death 8. Epiphanies. We will explore our own experiences with Awe, build connections through sharing awe, and create our own inner resource to access anytime to stay regulated through the challenges of daily life.

OSHR 9078 Online Monday Register

A Journey to Compassion

Dates: 11/3-12/1 | Instructor: Katherine Robinson | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $40

In this course, we will explore the idea of compassion and what it means to start cultivating a compassionate heart towards ourselves and others. There is a connection between compassion and personal well-being. Research suggests that as we become more aware of ‘being’ with ourselves in a compassionate way, we gradually begin to recognize and experience a more fully embodied experience of who we are, which alters our chemistry and nervous system. To directly embody and experience the benefits of cultivating and anchoring attention in our body and heart requires learning how to train the mind and connect it to the intelligence of the heart.

OSHR 9091 Monday Register

Climate Conversations: Coping, Connecting, and Communicating

Dates: 11/3-11/17 | Instructor: Tamara Yakaboski | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $30

Climate Conversations is a three-part series of guided discussions and activities on how you can best process emotions, communicate with care, and build supportive communities in the face of the climate crisis. While talking about the climate crisis can feel overwhelming or isolating, research and experience show that folks feel more hopeful, connected, and empowered when they engage in open, meaningful dialogue with others. This series is for those who want to strengthen climate emotional resilience, engage in more meaningful climate conversations, and foster community as a form of climate care.

OSHR 9093 Online Monday Register

Capital Idea! World’s Most Beautiful Capitals and Signature Dishes

Dates: 11/3-11/10 | Instructor: Chef Larry Canepa | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $20

Capital cities are usually top-ranking destinations and the best cities to visit in any given country because of their infrastructure, amenities, restaurants, historical significance, and exciting attractions. Be it Paris, London, Budapest, Washington DC, or the myriad others among the famous capital cities around the world, there's no lack of bucket list cities to visit.

There are so many beautiful capital cities across the world, and everyone has a signature dish and exciting food traditions. From Wellington to Tokyo, these iconic places are among the world's most beautiful capital cities to visit, each combining history and natural beauty with worldfamous landmarks, dining, and fun activities.

Health & Wellness

OSHR 9084 Monday Register

A Wine Tour of Australia

Dates: 11/3-11/17 | Instructor: Christopher Hensey | Time: 4-6 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $100

Wine enthusiasts are invited to join sommelier Chris Hensey for a three-week survey of the wines of Australia. Bottles from Barossa, McLaren Vale, Adelaide, Tasmania, and other regions will be sampled while their unique aspects are presented and discussed in an informal atmosphere. Cheese and crackers will be provided. One class will be dedicated to a structured, step-by-step analysis of wine. Please bring four wine glasses to each session and come prepared with a sense of oeno-adventure.

OSHR 3170 OLLI Talks Wednesday Register

Finishing Strong: The Good Life, Role to Soul, and Who You Are Matters!

Date: 11/5 | Instructor: Rich Feller | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Finishing Strong: The Good Life, Role to Soul, and Who You Are Matters!

Aging well requires practicing “tiny habits”, making connections, and embracing life as "a challenge in search of joy". Age doesn't dictate the way we live, and we're learning much about life design, HEROICgps Mindsets (Hope, Self-Efficacy, Resilience, Optimism, Intentional Exploration, Clarity/Curiosity, growth, purpose and support), and the 3I'sUA Formula. Translating research and lived experiences while exploring powerful questions can "nudge" us to focus on "what's next" possibilities in daily living and beyond. Uplifting mini-lectures, video clips, and short, fun, and experiential activities will remind us how we all matter!

OSHR 9094 Offsite Wednesday Register

Mindfulness Meditation Healing in Your Present Moment

Dates: 11/5-12/3 | Instructor: Margit Hentschel | Time: 10 a.m.- noon

Location: Northside Aztlan | Class size: 35 | Cost: $55

It is no surprise that the words “medication” and “meditation” only differ by one letter. Both words share the Latin root, medeor, which means “to heal or make whole.” This course offers a brief history of meditation as a healing practice for internal, mental support, which is foundational to the Eastern Mahayana Buddhist tradition. This is uniquely complementary to our Western healing practices focused on external, physical symptoms. Sessions will focus on mindfulness meditations to nourish “whole” healing. We'll also engage in mindful movement to deepen the “embodiment” of our meditations. New mindfulness practices will be introduced each week, in addition to reviewing the previous week's experiences. Participants will be invited to engage in "hands-on" guided meditation practices. A group Q & A and paired sharing will follow each practice for reflection and collaborative learning. Everyone is welcome. No previous meditation experience is needed.

OSHR 3324 OLLI Talks

Friday Register

Cultivating Forgiveness

Dates: 11/7 or 11/14 | Instructors: Manuel Arellano & Veronica Patterson

Time: 1-3 p.m. | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 16 | Cost: $15

Embark on a journey toward inner peace through the practice of forgiveness and its deep connection to emotional well-being. Inspired by Dr. Fred Luskin’s groundbreaking work with the Stanford Forgiveness Project, this course provides tools for releasing resentment and creating space for happiness.

Together, we’ll explore the link between forgiveness and healing, learn simple relaxation techniques, and uncover barriers that may be holding us back. Through poetry, reflection, and practical writing exercises, we’ll begin to cultivate forgiveness and gratitude as everyday practices for a more peaceful, joyful life.

Health & Wellness

OSHR 3192 OLLI Talks Monday Register

Reframing Retirement: Using Time, Building Community, Finding Awe

Date: 11/10 | Instructor: Rich Feller | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Personally defining, intentionally exploring, and finding joy in retirement seems a wise and healthy approach. Retiring to relax and gain flexibility is a great goal but achieving this requires working on “tiny habits” and prosocial behaviors. For those seeking or in retirement, this session provides fun activities and safe discussions to explore the relationships among (1) time usage and joyful activities, (2) community support and navigating life's transitions, and (3) being present to experience the eight wonders of Awe. You’ll complete the Leisure/Retirement Card Sort and match personality tendencies to retirement activities. This content does not replicate other courses taught by this instructor.

OSHR 8062 Tuesday Register

A Bee Bit of Sweetness

Dates: 11/11-11/18 | Instructor: Lisa Boesen | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 25 | Cost: $40

Did you know there are over 350 backyard beekeepers, numerous foraging microclimates, and diverse flavor profiles in Northern Colorado? That one bee produces about 1/12th of a teaspoon of honey in its lifetime? That "terroir", just like wine, impacts flavor? In this class, you will:

• Outline the local annual honeybee management cycle - what do they do all year?

• Identify various flavor categories and profiles - yum!

• Taste local honey and learn tips to use honey as a garnish and dish enhancer - more yum!

• Receive tips for helping pollinators throughout our short growing season - everyone can help!

Tuition includes samples of honey, sustainable tasting utensils, and a UC Davis honey wheel.

OSHR 1285 Offsite OLLI Experience Thursday Register

A Taste of Thailand at the Cooking Studio

Date: 11/13 | Instructor: Cooking Studio Chefs | Time: 1 – 4 p.m.

Location: The Cooking Studio | Class size: 16 | Cost: $100

Are you ready to cook a delicious meal with professional chefs guiding you? Come in and learn cooking skills as you prepare a delicious meal. After you eat, someone else will do the dishes! The menu includes chicken satay with peanut sauce, traditional Pad Thai, grapefruit salad, and coconut cake with mango glaze.

OSHR 3294 OLLI Bonus Thursday Register

Make a Difference by Serving on a Public or Nonprofit Board or Commission

Date: 11/20 | Instructor: Steve VanderMeer | Time: 10 a.m.- noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

Local nonprofits rely on engaged community members for their success. You can support them by participating in programs, donating, volunteering, or serving on a governing or advisory board. Board service is a powerful way to give back and connect with causes you care about, whether it’s the arts, social services, parks, housing, education, or local government. Northern Colorado offers many opportunities to serve on public or private nonprofit boards and commissions. But what does board service actually involve? This course will explore the roles and responsibilities of board members, the differences between governing and advisory boards, and what is expected from those who serve. You’ll also learn how to identify the right board opportunity based on your interests, availability, and goals. Whether you're considering an appointed or elected position, this course will provide clarity and guidance on how to make a meaningful impact in your community through board service.

Health & Wellness

OSHR 1222 OLLI Experience Thursday Register

Who You Are Matters! Discovery Experience (Boardgame)

Date: 11/20 | Instructor: Rich Feller | Time: 1-3:30 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 35 | Cost: $5

A series of seven conversations with 3-5 peers about your personal qualities, strengths, desires, other people’s influence, assets, natural interests, and possibilities is played as a discovery experience board game. Holding a “talking stick”, participants tell 30-second stories, receive affirmative feedback, and create a “clarification statement” about their “what’s next” possibility. This highly structured and safe approach is used in over 3,000 organizations across 19 countries, both in-person and virtually. Participants say how quickly they get to know and enjoy tablemates because of the “deep listening” (no advice giving), empathy, and laughter. Research shows gains in curiosity and exploration, hope, self-efficacy, resiliency, optimism, and organized thinking.

OSHR 9085 Monday Register

A Wine Tour of New Zealand

Dates: 12/1-12/15 | Instructor: Christopher Hensey | Time: 4-6 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $100

Wine enthusiasts are invited to join sommelier Chris Hensey for a threeweek survey of the wines of New Zealand. Bottles from Marlborough, Hawke’s Bay, Central Otago, and other regions will be sampled while their unique aspects are presented and discussed in an informal atmosphere. Cheese and crackers will be provided. One class will be dedicated to a structured, step-by-step analysis of wine. Please bring four wine glasses to each session and come prepared with a sense of oeno-adventure.

OSHR 3322 Online OLLI Talks Wednesday Register

Superfoods for a Superhero's Life

Date: 12/3 | Instructor: Chef Larry Canepa | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Superfoods and Superheroes come together in this fun, interactive STEAM-focused presentation of foods that are nutritional dynamos. Superfoods don’t come in packages. These are whole foods produced by nature that are incredibly nutritious or beneficial to your overall health and wellness, and have a combination of low calories, high fiber, and high vitamins and minerals, and are inherently designed to provide super nutrition. Bam! Pow! Splat! Slam! and Kapow! for Superfoods.

OSHR 3262 OLLI Talks Thursday Register

Learning from Past Transitions & Intentions to Finish Strong

Date: 12/4 | Instructor: Rich Feller | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Thanks to experience and longevity, self-knowledge and wisdom are hard-won rewards for aging. How we have navigated transitions can clarify future intentions to seek possibilities for ourselves, express gratitude, choose forgiveness, be understood, and grow during change. Using highly structured and safe questions, and practicing “deep listening” to be heard (without giving advice), we will reflect individually and translate our experiences within small groups. This interactive session does not replicate content from other classes.

OSHR 3230 OLLI Talks

Thursday Register

Creating Intentionality in Your Life Through the Lens of "Spark Joy"

Date: 12/18 | Instructor: Alyssa Golinvaux | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

The KonMari Method® is a global phenomenon-Kondo describes as "the life-changing magic of tidying up" and how our belongings can "spark joy" in her books. But how can this process help us in our everyday lives? This talk will highlight how the "spark joy" principle can spill over into all realms of our being and allow us to lead a life of intention. From Japanese Shinto to learning to envision your ideal lifestyle, tips for “tidying up,” and sustainability impacts, this talk will guide you through the tenets of KonMari theory, providing practical actions members can use immediately to start cultivating a more intentional life.

History, Psychology & Philosophy

OSHR 6132 Tuesday Register

The Streets of Fort Collins and Their History

Dates: 9/23-10/28 | Instructor: Brian Carroll | Time: 10 a.m.- noon

Location: Drake Hall & Grandview Cemetery | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

Travel on Fort Collins Streets will not be the same after this course. Names are important, but even more so when memorialized. Remington, Mason, and Stover are just a few that we travel daily, but with little regard for how the street name came about. Knowing their origin will be a lesson in our early history. This class includes a tour of Grandview Cemetery, where many of the people discussed in this course are buried.

OSHR 6158 Tuesday Register

The Rise of the Klan in Colorado in the 1920s

Dates: 9/23-10/7 | Instructor: Meg Dunn | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

The Ku Klux Klan saw a dramatic resurgence in the 1920s, particularly in Colorado, which had the second-highest Klan membership in the country at the time. This class will examine the factors that contributed to the Klan’s rise in America, its deep infiltration into Colorado’s political and social landscape, and the roles played by three groups in particular: women, Christians, and Northern Colorado residents. Students will have an opportunity to explore primary sources in small groups to deepen their understanding of the material that the instructor, Meg Dunn, will provide during her lectures. The goal of this class is not to lay blame but to more clearly understand how Colorado fell thrall to such an ignominious hate group and how the organization evolved within the state’s unique cultural and political landscape.

OSHR 6164 Wednesday Register

18th and

19th

Political Life

Century Ideas Impacting 21st Century

Dates: 9/24-10/29 | Instructor: Bob Hoffert | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

The political categories of today - democracy, liberalism, socialism, conservatism, communism, for example - are grounded in the ideas of 18th and 19th Century political philosophers. This course looks at three theorists from both centuries who represent the center, left and right of political thinking. They are Locke, Rousseau, Burke in the 18th, and Mill, Marx, Nietzsche in the 19th. Perhaps they can shed a bit of light on the chaos of today's political talk.

OSHR 6053 Wednesday Register

The American Civil War

Dates: 9/24-10/29 | Instructor: David Danbom | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

The Civil War was the central event in the first century of America's history as an independent nation. Not only was it the most destructive war in American history, but it also resolved the major controversy of the early Republic- the existence and continuation of slavery in a country founded on the principles of freedom and equality.

This class will explore the slavery issue and the origins of the war, the military struggle itself, wartime politics, and the mixed results of the war.

OSHR 6165 Wednesday Register

Narratives of War

Dates: 9/24-10/29 | Instructor: Terri Crocker | Time: 4-6 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

The 20th century was a time of almost constant warfare. While we are all familiar with the two World Wars, many lesser-known conflicts are significant for understanding our times and the past. We will discuss the Russian Revolution, the Irish War of Independence, the Spanish Civil War, the Korean War, and the Rwandan genocide to further expand our understanding of war, its causes, and its impact on the societies that experience it.

History, Psychology & Philosophy

OSHR 1246 Offsite OLLI Experience Friday Register

Fort Collins Depot Tour and Trolley Ride

Date: 9/26 | Instructor: Kenneth Jessen | Time: 9 a.m.-noon

Location: Fort Collins Old Town (various depots) | Class size: 24 | Cost: $30

Step back in time with a guided walking tour of Fort Collins’ historic depots and car barns, followed by a ride on one of the city’s fully restored trolley cars. The tour begins at the Laporte Avenue parking garage and covers approximately 1.5 miles on foot, concluding back at the starting point. Participants will then drive west on Mountain Avenue, turning left onto Roosevelt Avenue to reach the small trolley depot near City Park, where a restroom stop will be available.

From there, enjoy a nostalgic ride aboard the historic trolley, traveling east on Mountain Avenue to Howes Street before returning. Please note that the walking portion of this tour is not suitable for those with mobility limitations.

OSHR 6147 Friday Register

Dreams: An Exploration

Dates: 9/26-10/31 | Instructor: Nina Azari | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

This course will explore the topic of dreams. Some of the questions addressed will be: Why do we dream? Do animals dream? What are some of the most common themes of dreams? Are there age differences in dream content? What can influence dream content (e.g., certain medications)? What is lucid dreaming? Can spontaneous healing happen via dreams? What happens during mutual dreaming? How can telepathic dreams be measured? What studies have been done to study precognitive/premonition-type dreams?

OSHR 3291 OLLI Talks Thursday Register

The Past Is a Foreign Country: An Introduction

Date: 10/2 | Instructor: Richard Wilshusen | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

This single class will stand alone but also serve as an introduction to a longer six-week class. This introductory class will offer an overview of some of the best new books I've read and in the longer class we'll consider how each of these books opens up the past for us, almost as if we were visiting a foreign country. We begin with Brenda Wineapple’s Keeping the Faith, which examines the Scopes trial and the banning of teaching evolution and then contrast it with David Meltzer’s First Peoples in a New World (2nd ed.). Thereafter, we’ll shift gears to archaic states and their divine kings: Amanda Podany’s Weavers, Scribes and Kings (the ancient Near East) and Patrick Kirch’s A Shark Going Inland is My Chief, coupled with his and Mark McCoy’s new edition of Feathered Gods and Fishhooks (ancient Hawai’i). Then, we’ll consider enslavement and imprisonment with Ben Raines’s The Last Slave Ship (African American enslavement), paired with Zora Neale Hurston’s Barracoon, and finally Susan Kamei’s When Can We Go Back to America (Japanese American prison camps). It sounds eclectic, but there’s a central theme that unites them all.

OSHR 6154 Thursday Register

Intro to Genealogy

Dates: 10/2 & 11/6 (once a month for 2 months) | Instructor: Bob Larson Time: 10 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $20

Curious about your family’s past? This engaging course provides a comprehensive introduction to genealogy, exploring its growing popularity and offering guidance on researching and documenting your family lineage. Explore the various categories of genealogy, discover key historical records and where to find them, and gain insight into major online databases. You'll also learn how to organize your findings and connect with genealogy societies, including those in Northern Colorado. Whether you’re just beginning or looking to refine your research skills, this course will help you uncover and preserve your family’s unique story.

History, Psychology & Philosophy

OSHR 6162 Online

The Rehnquist Court, 1986 - 2005: Moves Toward Small Federal Government

Dates: 10/6-10/27 | Instructor: Lauren Andersen | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $40

Chief Justice William Rehnquist presided over the U.S. Supreme Court for almost nineteen years (September 1986 – September 2005), and during that time the Court heard cases on important issues like privacy, civil rights, the environment, the First Amendment and state’s rights. Overseeing a group of justices appointed by eight different Presidents, the Rehnquist Court used its judicial power to actively invalidate federal statutes and precedent yielding conservative results. However, as the composition of the Rehnquist Court changed, the Court’s conservative decisions lessened in some areas. This course will discuss the Rehnquist Court, as well as his 15 years as an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court under Chief Justice Burger. We will discuss cases Woodson v. North Carolina (1976), Craig v. Boren (1978), Miller v. Johnson (1995), Bush v. Gore (2000), Atkins v. Virginia (2001), Lawrence v. Texas (2002) and many more.

OSHR 3314 OLLI Talks Wednesday Register

The Dragonfly Girls: WASPS of WWII

Date: 10/8 | Instructor: Ann Lowry | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

In the midst of World War II, daring women traded convention for the cockpit to support military air efforts. Between 1942 and 1944, over 25,000 women applied for the WASP (Women’s Airforce Service Pilots) program. Only 1,102 of these women succeeded in becoming WASPS. Some ferried airplanes from factories to bases. Some became tow pilots for gunnery practice. Others were sent for more training to learn to fly B-17s and B-24s. Thirty-eight of them died in service to their country, yet they were not given veterans status until 1977. Come to this class and learn about the amazing women who broke both glass ceilings and military barriers while proving they were just as competent in the air as men.

OSHR 6153 Thursday Register

The Past is a Foreign Country: An Exploration

Dates: 10/9-11/13 | Instructor: Richard Wilshusen | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 30 | Cost: $60

Thinking about the past has been compared to visiting a foreign country. As an archaeologist, I’ve had to suspend my expectations of what “normal” is as I explore the past. People did things differently from the way we do. A bevy of new books about the past offer us visas to visit this past in places as different as ancient Hawai’i and the ancient Near East; in times as different as 1925 Tennessee and the Americas over 12,000 years ago; and in settings as similar, yet different, as a Southern plantation in 1860 and a Japanese American internment camp in 1943. In a sense, this will be a class in time travel as we try to imagine ourselves in different places and times, where people do things differently. How do we imagine this past, and how does opening our eyes to this past make us better able to see the present? A one-class overview of this six-class offering will be presented in The Past Is a Foreign Country: An Introduction.

OSHR 6145 Online Thursday Register

The Propagandist, the Collaborators, and the Fugitive: The Power of Nazi Ideology

Dates: 10/9-10/23 | Instructor: Anette Isaacs | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

How do leaders manipulate the masses, form unexpected alliances, and evade justice? This three-week course by German Historian Anette Isaacs examines the power of Nazi ideology, starting with Joseph Goebbels, the propaganda mastermind who shaped public opinion. We will also explore Hitler’s meeting with the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem and the surprising Nazi-Islamist connections that influenced wartime strategies. Finally, we follow Adolf Eichmann’s dramatic escape to Argentina and the global hunt that led to his capture. Through these gripping stories, we examine the power of ideology, the consequences of complicity, and the pursuit of accountability in the aftermath of atrocity.

History, Psychology & Philosophy

OSHR 1280 OLLI Experience Friday Register

A History of Fort Collins Through Postcard Views

Dates: 10/10-10/31 | Instructors: Meg Dunn & Mike Viney

Time: 10 a.m.- noon | Location: Drake Hall & Fort Collins Old Town

Class size: 50 | Cost: $40

This four-day class is inspired by A History of Fort Collins Through Postcard Views by Viney, Sundberg, and Dunn. By exploring local history through the lens of postcards, we gain a unique perspective on the everyday lives of Fort Collins residents.

On the first day, we'll focus on the postcards themselves: how they were made, who created them, and why they are valuable as historical artifacts. Day two will examine street scenes and the ways businesses used postcards. Day three will explore what postcards reveal about residential areas, institutions like the Colorado Agricultural College, and public celebrations. We’ll wrap up on the fourth day with a walking tour of downtown Fort Collins—postcards in hand—bringing history to life as we see familiar streets through a historic lens.

OSHR 3341 OLLI Talks Monday Register

The Legacy of General Robert T. Frederick and The Genesis of Special Forces in the U.S. and Canada

Date: 10/27 | Instructor: L Stuart Hirai | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

General Robert T. Frederick was the commander of a composite U.S. and Canadian Special Forces Unit specifically requested by the British Joint Chiefs of Staff, primarily Lord Louis Mountbatten, and endorsed by Prime Minister Winston Churchill. This lecture will investigate how the First Special Service Force during World War II became the catalyst for Special Forces for the U.S. and Canada after the war.

OSHR 3315 OLLI Talks Tuesday Register

Lidice Remembered: Fascism, Film, and the Fight to Never Forget

Date: 10/28 | Instructor: Vicki Siska | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $10

Revenge. Reprisal. Fascism. Fear. Each of these realities played a role in the June 10, 1942, destruction of Lidice, a small rural village located 22 kilometers northwest of Prague. But unlike what took place in numerous other villages in numerous other countries, Nazi propagandists filmed their actions in Lidice. Yet the story of Lidice is about much more than annihilation. It is a tale of compassion, redemption, and remembrance, for when the world became aware of what happened to this village of fewer than five hundred inhabitants, the response was astounding.

During this single-session course, Vicki will share background material, along with her personal experience of visiting the site of the Lidice tragedy and the life-altering education she received from doing so. Please join us for a piece of history you won't soon forget.

OSHR 6150 Monday Register

History of the First Special Service Force, a.k.a. "The Devil's Brigade"

Dates: 11/3-11/17 | Instructor: L Stuart Hirai | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

The First Special Service Force was a composite U.S. and Canadian Special Forces unit (the first and only) trained in "unconventional warfare" that was sent to the Pacific and Europe during World War

2. This "specialized" unit's original mission was to destroy Norway's hydroelectric facilities to diminish Germany's capacity to wage war with a brigade of special forces with specialized equipment, transported to eliminate/diminish a determined foe. The Force was led by U.S. Army and Canadian Officers whose lineage is currently attributed to the Green Berets, Para-rescue, Delta Force, U.S. Navy Seals, and others.

History, Psychology & Philosophy

OSHR 8047 Monday Register

A Naturalist's Desiderata

Dates: 11/3-12/15 | Instructor: Kevin Cook | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

Some things in life we can prove to be true; some things we know to be true; and some things we accept to be true. Things we accept become beliefs. A desideratum is a powerful belief, a tool by which we guide our passage through life. When difficult decisions must be made after all facts have been assessed, the desiderata of our lives guide how we proceed. Naturalists cope with the interface between humanity and nature, a confrontation sometimes elegant, sometimes hostile. These are a naturalist's desiderata, the tools by which humanity can survive nature and nature can survive humanity.

OSHR 6151 Tuesday Register

Sand Creek Massacre: The How, Why, & the Aftermath

Dates: 11/4-12/16 | Instructor: Brian Carroll | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

One of Colorado's most infamous tragedies occurred at Sand Creek in November 1864, with the killing of more than 150 peaceful Arapahoe and Cheyenne Native Americans. How and why could this happen? An in-depth examination of the actors, their governments, and the public may supply answers. A look at cause and effect will discuss the long aftermath of the massacre, culminating with the final conflicts of the 1890s.

OSHR 6199 Wednesday Register

Religion in American History and Politics

Dates: 11/5-12/17 | Instructor: Rabbi Hillel Katzir | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

Religion has been an integral part of the United States' history since its inception, and perhaps never more so than today. The class will examine the role religion has played in the writing of the Constitution, as well as in periods such as the Civil War and the Cold War, in the issues the nation has faced throughout its history, and in the influence of religion on today's politics.

OSHR 6152 Friday Register

How to Sing When Death Comes: Lessons from the Past and Present

Dates: 11/7-11/21 | Instructor: Elaine Hild | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $35

Medieval documents reveal practices of end-of-life care that are strikingly different from our own: gathering to support a suffering person, openly acknowledging suffering and the hope of relief, and singing to accompany the final breath of life. Engaging in historical inquiry allows us to encounter death at a thoughtful distance. This course uses a reflective, academic environment to explore the practices of historic times, not just for the sake of historic inquiry, but also as a way of exploring and supporting our own experiences and practices. The historic witnesses gently remind us that death is a natural occurrence and an intrinsic part of human experience. The historic material will be supplemented with contemporary accounts from my own experiences as a musician who plays for people in end-of-life care. Rather than a lecture format, sessions will consist of “close readings” of medieval chants and images and shared considerations of the material. Participant questions and observations will guide the discussions.

OSHR

6148 Friday Register

Neuroethics and Neurolaw

Dates: 11/7-12/19 | Instructor: Nina Azari | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

This course explores two relatively new areas of neuroscience: Neurolaw and Neuroethics. Case studies will be discussed, and questions addressed will include: What laws determine the use of neuroscience in legal settings? To what extent can neuroimaging data predict future behavior? What is “therapeutic justice,” and how is neuroscience and neuroimaging of the brain being used to prevent criminal behavior? Does neuroscience do away with the notions of free will, personhood, and intentionality? If someone has a damaged brain and engages in criminal behavior, are they responsible for their behavior, or can they claim, “My brain made me do it”? How should the legal system treat mentally ill persons or persons with brain damage? What are the neural bases for freedom, morality, and behavior? Can neuroscientific explanations be treated as causes for behaviors? Can brain scanners detect criminals?

History, Psychology & Philosophy

OSHR 6157 Wednesday Register

Xi Jinping and China's Rise to World Power

Dates: 11/12-12/10 | Instructor: Loren Crabtree | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $40

Since he took control of China in March 2013, Xi Jinping has become China's most powerful leader since Mao Zedong. He is at once General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party, President of the People's Republic, and Chairman of the Central Military Commission. In 2016, he abolished presidential term limits and enshrined his "Thought" in the Party and State constitutions. He has declared control of the South China Sea, threatened the independence of Taiwan, mounted the "Belt and Road" initiative, and vastly increased military spending. Internally, he created a surveillance state, trampled the rights of minorities, and purged his political enemies. China's second-largest economy enables it to challenge the United States as a global superpower. How did Xi manage to seize dictatorial power? What are his ultimate goals, and what are the implications for the United States?

OSHR 6160 Thursday Register

Thinking Is Not What You Think: Exploring Kahneman’s Book, Thinking Fast and Slow, and Other Tricks Our Minds Play

Dates: 11/13-12/4 | Instructor: Kate Lyn Reiter | Time: 1-3 p.m

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

From optical illusions to confirmation bias, our brains are always fooling us. We’ll take a tour through Nobel Prize winner Daniel Kahneman’s groundbreaking book, Thinking Fast and Slow. How can holding a warm cup of coffee before interviewing someone give you a better impression of them? Will wearing a white lab coat help you perform better when you take a test? Why does the brain resist self-doubt and give us overconfidence? All the games our brains play! A light-hearted look at a serious topic, we’ll explore cognitive biases and, hopefully, come to see ourselves with more understanding and humor.

OSHR 3318 OLLI Bonus

Friday Register

Migration: Past and Present

Date: 11/14 | Instructor: Stepanka Korytova | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

Migration is a global phenomenon. Explaining its causes, patterns, and the reception by the host societies, this course will focus on 19th-, 20th-, and 21st-century migration from Europe to the United States. Migration from Asia, South America, and Africa will also be noted. The instructor will add personal stories of migration as she was born "elsewhere."

OSHR 6155 Monday Register

Larimer County in a Nutshell

Dates: 11/17-12/15 | Instructor: Kenneth Jessen | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $40

This four-part course explores the rich history of Larimer County, beginning with its earliest inhabitants, who arrived over 12,400 years ago, and continuing through the arrival of Euro-American settlers. You'll trace the development of transportation from primitive trails to the Overland Trail, pioneer roads, and the expansion of railroads. The course delves into the county’s early industries, from agriculture, starting with hay and expanding to wheat, sugar beets, cherries, and peas, to the enduring stone and plaster industries. Learn how water resources evolved from simple ditches to the transformative Colorado Big Thompson Project. Discover the county’s historic schools and pioneering families, as well as the fate of its historic structures—some lost, others preserved. The course concludes with a virtual tour of significant historic sites, bringing Larimer County’s past to life.

OSHR 6159 Friday Register

20th & 21st Century Europe

Dates: 11/21-12/19 | Instructor: Stepanka Korytova | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $40

The course will examine the historical, social, and economic events that have shaped Europe into what it is today. The perspective offered will be that of a person from one of the smallest countries—the Czech Republic.

History, Psychology & Philosophy

OSHR 6087 Monday Register

Colorado Towns That Have Vanished

Dates: 12/1-12/15 | Instructor: Kenneth Jessen | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

With over 1,600 abandoned towns across Colorado, how does this happen in a state experiencing rapid growth? This class examines the various reasons behind these significant demographic shifts. Some causes, like mining towns abandoned after ore depletion, are straightforward. Residents often left suddenly, sometimes with dishes still on the table. Other cases involve displacement due to the construction of new reservoirs or changes in land ownership. Many towns were left behind as people sought better economic opportunities or as improved roads bypassed them. Prairie towns faced hardships due to sustained droughts, the Great Depression, and the Dust Bowl. Through personal stories and rich illustrations, this course uncovers the unique history behind each vanished town.

OSHR 6103 Monday Register

Remarkable Stories - Wisdom from the Other Side

Dates: 12/1-12/15 | Instructor: Nina Rubin | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $30

When loved ones pass, we are left in an emotionally and spiritually vulnerable state. Many people experience encounters with their loved ones in dreams, through signs, or in visitations. These experiences serve as a delivery system for meaning. Join Nina Rubin, LCSW, and learn how sharing end-of-life stories can bring healing and new perspectives. Many people have stories that carry wisdom, which can be helpful in gaining a deeper understanding of our lives and relationships. Come share your stories and experiences in a safe space and discover the wisdom hidden within.

OSHR 6146 Thursday Register

Ethics and the Social Contract Series: Exploring Societies and How We Navigate in Them

Dates: 12/4-12/18 | Instructor: Timmilyn Moller | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

This course comprises a series of three classes that explore concepts of social organization, social meaning, power dynamics, virtue theory, equality, and justice through the lens of individualism versus utilitarianism, happiness versus sacrifice, and virtue versus justice. Philosophers explored will include but are not limited to Plato, Aristotle, Locke, Hobbes, Kant, Nietzsche, Kierkegaard, Rawls, Singer, and Pogge. We will examine our position regarding the United Nations Declaration on Human Rights to conclude the series.

OSHR 5092 Friday Register

Escape From War: A Personal Story of Escape and Survival

Dates: 12/5-12/12 | Instructor: Tetiana Sherman | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $20

Leaving her home and friends in the middle of a cold winter night was not her plan when she went to bed the evening before, but neither were missiles raining down on the city of Kyiv a few hours later. Tetiana, a chef instructor and business owner from Kyiv, shares her escape from the war in Ukraine to safety in European countries and eventually her arrival in the US. She will share vivid personal stories of spending 66 hours without food and water and the luxury of heating her car in single-digit temperatures to travel less than 2 miles to cross the Polish border on the final leg of her journey. She will share how the war divided her life into two chapters and how she ultimately found freedom, safety, and romance in the US. Her story of escape and survival has been featured on Colorado Public Radio, PBS, and Voice of America.

Literature & Communication

OSHR 4089 Monday Register

The Exploration of Communication

Dates: 9/22-10/6 | Instructor: Marlin Clark | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 30 | Cost: $30

This course is a series of three classes aimed at helping us understand how communication affects ourselves and others. We will cover the concepts of various forms of communication, how communication affects gender and culture, and interpersonal perceptions. We will explore how communication impacts our individual identities.

OSHR 4068 Monday Register

Creative Writing Workshop

Dates: 9/22-10/27 | Instructor: Abigayil Wernsman | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $60

This workshop will focus on helping writers unlock their inner muse to get words on paper. Welcoming both fiction and nonfiction, this class will focus on the craft of short story writing. Attendees will learn how to create memorable characters, shape satisfying story arcs, and craft vivid settings that bring their narratives to life. This course emphasizes essential techniques, including showing versus telling, writing natural dialogue, developing conflict, and finding a unique narrative voice. World-building and character development (necessary in nonfiction as well as fiction!), revision, and editing will be discussed and practiced. Classes will include in-class writing prompts and lectures designed to enhance writers’ understanding of craft, sharing work in large and small groups, and constructive feedback to help writers meet their goals. Whether new to fiction or looking to sharpen their skills, writers will leave with a toolkit of key concepts and the confidence needed to take creative ideas from inspiration to the page.

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What Does Billy Collins Write Before and Beyond in Water, Water?

Dates: 9/22-10/27 | Instructor: Veronica Patterson | Time: 1-3 p.m

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $70

In these six two-hour classes, you will receive poems from Billy Collins’ book Water, Water, plus writing prompts and word lists. In addition to Water, Water you’ll see poems from other books by Collins: Whale Day (2020), The Rain in Portugal (2016), Horoscopes for the Dead (2012), Ballistics (2008), The Trouble with Poetry (2005), Picnic, Lightning (1998), and Questions About Angels (1991). New writers welcome.

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British Classics Book Club: Monsters!

Dates: 9/24-12/17 (once per month) | Instructor: Abigayil Wernsman

Time: 10 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $40

Monster stories: calling up goose-pimples to the skin, raising the hairs on the spine, palpitating the heart. Monster stories thrill readers of all eras. What is more, these tales of horror reveal deeper fears than those which simply bump in the night. Three classic British monster stories from the 1800s—Frankenstein by Mary Shelley in 1818, The Werewolf by Clemence Housman in 1896, and Dracula by Bram Stoker in 1897 —give modern readers a glimpse into the deepest terrors of their original Victorian audiences (spoiler: it isn’t fictional boogeymen). Join this horrifying book club to discover the context for these classic thrillers, the troubled biographies of their brilliant authors, and why these works have lasted (or been shunted aside) through history.

Required Reading:

• Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

• The Werewolf by Clemence Housman

• Dracula by Bram Stoker

Literature & Communication

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Who—and Where—Am I? You Are Here

Dates: 9/24-10/29 | Instructor: Chloé Leisure | Time: 1-3:30 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $90

“Whoever you are, you will find yourself and your own world in the expansiveness of this collection,” said Margaret Renkl (New York Times) of Ada Limón’s National Poetry Project as 24th U.S. Poet Laureate: You Are Here: Poetry in the Natural World. This anthology features 50 poems by contemporary poets such as Eduardo C. Corral, Camille T. Dungy, Carolyn Forché, and Carl Phillips. We’ll write our own poems in response to the themes, forms, and places encountered, striving to, as Limón envisioned, “both praise our sacred and natural wonders and also speak the complex truths of this urgent time.” New writers welcome.

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The Legend of Robin Hood and Its Variants

Dates: 9/25-10/9 | Instructor: Richard Sax | Time: 1- 3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

This 3-week course will first contextualize the outlaw legends of Adam Bell, Clim of the Clough, and Robin Hood within the context of the first centuries after the Norman Conquest, when a medieval Frenchspeaking aristocracy ruled over Middle English-speaking common folk. Scansion will be taught so that students can appreciate the iambic trimeter gestes, which developed in the 11th and 12th centuries but were not written down until the early years of the 16th century. The third and final class session will screen segments from the 1980s Gatetarn productions of Robin of Sherwood.

"I tell lots of friends about OLLI and recommend they explore the course catalog. There are so many options for learning and fun! "

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The Little Free Library - Building Community One Book at a Time

Date: 10/2 | Instructor: Marshall Krueger | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

The global Little Free Library phenomenon was launched in the front yard of a small, suburban town in America’s Midwest over a decade ago as a creative way to connect neighbors and share a good read. Today, more than 200,000 Little Free Library book-sharing boxes, found in 128 countries worldwide, serve as a powerful network that expands book access in communities of all kinds. What was once a simple way to share a book with a neighbor has become a powerful tool to connect community partners, service organizations, and concerned citizenry as literacy advocates. This presentation will cover the background of the Little Free Library non-profit organization, how to start a Little Free Library, and how to get involved as a volunteer or visitor!

Check out the Fort Collins Reads presentation by Kirsten Miller, author of Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books, on November 1st at 2 p.m.

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Unruly Mothers & Other Stories Book Club

Dates: 10/3-12/5 (first Friday of the month) | Instructor: Sarah Olson

Time: 10 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 22 | Cost: $30

Unruly Mothers & Other Stories will center around texts–three novels and one memoir– that examine and, more importantly, challenge representations of mother figures. Beginning with one of the seminal novels about an “unruly mother” and moving to more contemporary representations of motherhood, we’ll examine how each text defines or upsets traditional narratives about mothers and how it reckons with tensions between personal freedom and responsibility and creation and destruction. Finally, we’ll explore the intersections of motherhood, feminism, race, and class and ask how the readings are in conversation with one another and with the world we live in.

Required Reading:

• 10/3 The Awakening by Kate Chopin

• 11/7 The Garden by Clare Beams

• 12/5 The School for Good Mothers

• Essays from Mothers and Other Fictional Characters by Nicole Graev Lipson, will be assigned for each meeting.

Literature & Communication

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Nonfiction Historical Novels: The Villains

Dates: 10/7-11/4 (meets every other week) | Instructor: Sara Hoffman

Time: 10 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $30

Nonfiction books are factual; novels are made up. Nonfiction novels are a little of both. Class members will read three nonfiction historical novels, all focused on crooks. Erik Larson’s The Devil in the White City is about the men who created the “white” city that housed the 1893 World’s Fair and the murderer who preyed upon women seeking employment there. Booth examines the family of the infamous John Wilkes Booth, who assassinated Abraham Lincoln in 1865. Their house was hidden in the trees, 30 miles from Baltimore. Trust is an immersive literary puzzle with four versions of a story about a wealthy New York couple. It’s a complex tale that the instructor will help the class unravel. This class will take a deep dive into the meaning of the books, the characters, and the stories between the pages. Expect in-depth presentations by the instructor and lots of interesting discussions.

Required Reading:

• 10/7 The Devil in the White City by Erik Larson

• 10/21 Booth by Karen Joy Fowler

• 11/4 Trust by Hernan Diaz

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The Red Herring Book Club

Dates: 10/9-12/11 (second Thurs. of the month) | Instructor: John Blair

Time: 10 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 35 | Cost: $30

Crime fiction lovers are invited to discuss three assigned mystery books. The titles cover a wide variety of authors. The class meets once a month for two hours. Two weeks before each session, participants are emailed five questions and a character list to consider regarding the month’s novel.

Required Reading

• 10/9 The Round House by Louise Erdrich

• 11/13 Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

• 12/11 And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie

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On Edgar Allan Poe: A Life

Date: 10/13 | Instructor: Richard Kopley | Time: Noon-1:30 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

This lecture is offered in partnership with Penn State Emeritus Academy as part of the Academy's lecture series, Explorations: The Penn State Emeritus Academy Lecture Series. This lecture will consider Poe in Richmond in 1836, with relevant selections from Richard's book, Edgar Allan Poe: A Life.

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Introduction to Old English

Dates: 11/3-12/15 | Instructor: Abigayil Wernsman | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $60

Wesaþ hale! Come, all scholars of the noble tongue! Those who wish to probe that ancestral language of the Angles and Saxons! The grandfather of Modern English awaits. This class will tantalize the mind and test the language skills of class participants. Be fairly warned, this is a dead-language class: the approach to learning is quite different from learning a living spoken language, but it is language-learning, nonetheless. The course will cover Old English grammatical declensions, case system, and vocabulary. Some memorization will be expected and encouraged, and practicing declensions outside of class will strongly aid in success. But the payoff will come from the joy of translating original Old English texts in class together, delving into the rich and beautiful language that is the root of Modern English. Class participants will gain a basic grasp of translating Old English and the tools to begin crafting their own translations.

Required Reading: Peter S. Baker, Introduction to Old English (third edition), Wiley-Blackwell. 2012.

Literature & Communication

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Tennis Nets and Rule-Breakers: Experimenting with Poetic Forms and Procedures

Dates: 11/5-12/17 | Instructor: Chloé Leisure | Time: 1-3:30 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 20 | Cost: $90

“I'd sooner write free verse as play tennis with the net down.”

—Robert Frost

“I am an exception to a rule I haven’t even identified.”

—Margaret Atwood

Writing in form can shake up our writing tendencies and habits. Meter and syllabics can encourage language compression and effective word choice. Procedures utilizing chance can invite new and unusual syntax. Stream-of-consciousness leads us down paths of unexpected subject matter. And collaboration is just plain fun. In this class, we will follow the rules of a few forms, bend and break some rules, and play with chance. We’ll pay close attention to some fundamentals of poetics: line breaks, stanzas, line length, titles, epigraphs, musicality, etc. We will read, write, and share formal and experimental poetry. New writers are welcome.

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Steinbeck in Monterey: Three Novels of Life in the Old California Capital

Dates: 11/11-12/9 | Instructor: Vincent Parker | Time: 10 am-noon

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $40

For John Steinbeck, the California coast and the nearby Salinas Valley were his playground in his youth and source of material for many of his literary works. He found endless material in these rolling hills, agricultural valleys, and isolated small towns. Tortilla Flat, Cannery Row, and Sweet Thursday blended humor and pathos to give a snapshot of Monterey during the Great Depression and wartime. The first novel was Steinbeck's first successful work and proved himself to be a literary force in the making. The latter two represent his only novel series and describes the life of Marine biologist Doc as he lives and works in Cannery Row. The three novels combined to paint a picture of a city full of inhabitants struggling economically to survive and yet finding joy and comedy in the struggles of life.

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The American 1960s

Dates: 11/13-12/18 | Instructor: Richard Sax | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $50

The American 1960s will focus on the Literature (prose, poetry, nonfiction), Arts, Politics, Social Justice & Civil Rights, and Demographic Changes that occurred during the American 1960s. The course will be based on the premise that the decade of change did not really start until the JFK assassination (November 63) and did not truly end until the U.S. departure from Vietnam (April 73). After an initial overview lecture, each subsequent weekly session will focus on the topics enumerated above.

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Telling it Your Way: Writing Memoir in Unconventional Genre

Date: 12/2 | Instructor: Ann Claycomb | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

This one-session course will introduce participants to the idea of telling their life story (or just a piece of it) in a variety of ways that feel authentic to their voice, their experiences, and their goals. Sure, some people DO want to sit down at the computer and start from the beginning ("I was born on a rainy night in Pittsburgh . . ."). But for those who have stories they'd like to share with friends, family members, or the public but don't see themselves writing a book, there are myriad other fun and engaging ways to work. We'll discuss storytelling through everything from recipes and song playlists to photograph captions and fairy tale templates. Participants will explore examples of unconventional memoirs and spend time brainstorming what genre(s) might resonate for THEIR stories. Please plan to bring a pen and paper or laptop to the session.

"Do yourself a favor and sign up for an OLLI class—you’ll meet new people and learn something new. "

Literature & Communication

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Follow Your Bliss! The Wisdom of Joseph Campbell

Dates: 12/3-12/17 | Instructor: Kate Lyn Reiter | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

Discover (or revisit) the impact of mythologies in our lives with Joseph Campbell, starting with his book, Hero with a Thousand Faces, and his PBS interviews with Bill Moyers, and including new publications of his lectures and previously unpublished essays. Those of us who saw Campbell’s interviews all remember them as life-altering. Come experience him for the first time or reconnect with his message to “follow your bliss.” This course will follow connections and threads that weave throughout our various human stories and find how these stories still resonate within the human heart. Through it all, you will hopefully discover the hero within yourself.

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Anatomy of a Murder Trial

Dates: 12/4-12/18 | Instructor: Devin Odell | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

Learn how trials really work! This course will give an in-depth look at the criminal jury trial, using as an illustration (and sometimes foil) Scott Turow's classic Presumed Innocent (along with the 1990 movie based on the novel). We will discuss the roles of the prosecutor, the defense lawyer, the judge, the jury, and the defendant, and look at the stages of a trial, including jury selection, direct and crossexaminations, opening and closing arguments, and jury instructions and deliberations. Students will have ample opportunity to ask questions, to consider the pros and cons of jury trials, and to compare how trials actually take place compared to the way they are depicted in TV shows, movies, and novels.

"I've promoted OLLI to several friends, and one is even joining me this semester. It’s a great program, and the cost is beyond reasonable."

Music, Theatre & Film

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Knowing the Score: A History of Film Music From King Kong to Casablanca

Dates: 9/22-10/20 | Instructor: Michael Morrison | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 40 | Cost: $50

“Film and music are inseparable. They always were and always will be.” (Martin Scorsese). As much as direction, cinematography, and editing, music is an essential element of film. Film music must say everything that dialogue, images, and sound effects cannot say. It can make us feel excited, anxious, sad, or joyous. It can completely alter how we experience a movie. In this course, we'll explore the evolution of film music from the birth of sound films to the present. This first of two independent parts will focus on movies made during the Golden Age of Hollywood: from the 1930s into the 1960s. In addition to listening to audio cues, we'll watch video clips that illustrate the synergy between music and movies. Via interviews, we'll see composers, directors, and producers grapple with- and often battle over- fundamental issues of art and commerce that have shaped the role of music in the cinema. (For more information, please contact me at mamorrison@ou.edu.)

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Great Directors: Sidney Lumet

Dates: 9/24-10/15 | Instructor: Sarah Kozloff | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Denver – CSU Spur | Class size: 30 | Cost: $40

This exciting class meets on the Spur campus in Denver.

Sidney Lumet directed forty-four feature films, starting with 12 Angry Men in 1957. His non-flashy style belies his great control of the medium, just as his plots' straight-forward progression mask his deep moral seriousness. His great theme is corruption–corrupt cops, corrupt lawyers, corruption in the Catholic Church, corrupt media and the often-failed efforts of the would-be righteous protagonist to shake himself loose of complicity. Most of his best films are based on real life. This course will concentrate on four Lumet films: Serpico (1973), Dog Day Afternoon (1975), Price of the City (1981), and The Verdict (1982). Students will watch the films on their own before class, and class will be devoted to discussion and analysis of clips.

Music, Theatre & Film

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Cinema du Jour

Dates: 9/30-11/4 or 10/1-11/5 | Instructor: Joannah Merriman

Time: Noon–3 p.m. | Location: Lyric Theatre | Class size: 30 | Cost: $115

Enjoy a series of six films and post-film discussions in the comfort of the Lyric Cinema Cafe, 1209 N. College Avenue. We will gather to watch a selection of movies with unique storylines and observe filmmaking techniques that often vary from the standard studio fare; however, this is not intended to be a filmmaking course. After each cinematic adventure, we will discuss these thought-provoking films together. Movies may be subtitled and carry various ratings. Your theater ticket and a small popcorn are included in the course cost.

NOTE: In some semesters, ONE class will be 4 hours, not 3 hours, so we can view a particular 3-hour film I’ve chosen. Notice will be provided. However, the film lineup is generally unavailable until the course begins, based on Lyric’s schedule of available films at the time of the course each semester. Returning participants as well as first-time viewers are welcome.

Note: This course has two sections. One meets on Tuesdays, and one meets on Wednesdays. Please pay close attention while registering.

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Tuesday Register

On the Trail to the American Sound Part I

Dates: 9/30, 10/21-11/4 | Instructor: Wes Kenney | Time: 4-6 p.m.

Location: UCA | Class size: 40 | Cost: $40

Music in the U.S. is as diverse and deep as the Grand Canyon. Although there has been music in America since before the birth of the nation, a truly "American" sound did not emerge until later in the 19th century and beyond. The use of folk songs accelerated the move to an American school of composition, but new influences also emerged at the turn of the 20th century. Composers were soon exploring jazz, cowboy songs from the West, the industrial age, the rise of Tin Pan Alley, and much more. In part 1 of this class this fall, we'll explore the European and then indigenous influences that had an impact on early American composers taking us to early part of the 20th century. In part 2--to be taught in the spring--we'll observe the exploding approaches to music in the 20th century that continue to the present day.

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Music,

Media, and the Counterculture 1950-80

Dates: 10/1-10/29 | Instructor: James Pagliasotti | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $50

This class examines music, media, and culture at a time of profound social upheaval. The intersection where they met in post-war America was pivotal; the effect they had on each other was unprecedented and altered them in ways that still impact society today. At its core is a classic struggle between art and commerce, innovation and orthodoxy, freedom and control. And it's only rock 'n' roll. We encounter musicians like Jimi, Janis, Jim Morrison, and others, tour (twice) with the Rolling Stones, examine the birth of underground radio, how it connected the musicians and the counterculture, and witness the birth of the Classic Era of Rock Music.

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The History of Rock & Roll, Pt. I: Memphis to San Francisco

Dates: 10/1-11/5 | Instructor: Jack Rogers | Time: 4-6 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

This class offers an examination and facilitated conversation on the history of rock and roll and the various other popular music forms that led to the birth of the 20th Century's dominant musical form. We will examine the artists, personalities, technologies and trends that dominated popular music in America in the 50's and 60's.

Music, Theatre & Film

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Classical and Vintage: The Best of Both Guitar Worlds

Dates: 10/16-11/20 | Instructor: Deborah Singer | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 15 | Cost: $70

This is a hands-on guitar instruction class, and students must bring a six-string guitar each week. We will spend the first hour learning classical guitar note-playing techniques using the Christopher Parkening Guitar Method, Book 1. In the second hour, we will work on developing a repertoire of chords, strums, and finger-picking techniques to play folk/rock classics of the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, including songs by Carl Perkins, Elvis, Pete Seeger, Peter, Paul, and Mary, The Beatles, Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young, Simon and Garfunkel, Bob Dylan, Elton John, Neil Young (solo), Jackson Browne, The Eagles, Arlo Guthrie, and others. As a special treat, we will learn to play Alice's Restaurant in time for Thanksgiving!

Required book: The Christopher Parkening Guitar Method, Vol 1, Hal Leonard, Publisher

OSHR 7052 Online Wednesday Register

The Amazing Sound and Legacy of the Brill Building

Dates: 10/29-12/3 | Instructor: Emanuel Abramovits | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $50

We’ll describe the cosmopolitan musical textures that defined the best works of an unforgettable period, when gifted young songwriters huddled in midtown Manhattan, creating enduring entries in the Great American Songbook. Stories, anecdotes and audiovisuals will illustrate this golden era of the 50s and 60s that integrated audiences, eclectic multicultural sounds and brought social consciousness to pop music, with protagonists like Neil Sedaka, Carole King, Neil Diamond, Phil Spector, Don Kirshner, Burt Bacharach and many more!

"Sign up for OLLI classes—they're entertaining, informative, and a great way to meet people with similar interests."

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History at the Movies 1: Fact, Fiction, & Art

Dates: 11/4-12/16 | Instructor: Sally Purath | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

History-based films magically transport us to other times and cultures and tell truths and lies about the past. This class selects five films from various cultures and times and sends you instructions on where to stream them to watch in comfort at home before class time. You must be able to stream films, be willing to pay $0 to $4 extra to rent each one, and not object to R-rated films or subtitles. The first hour of class will consist of questions and a discussion of the current week's movie. The second hour will consist of a lecture on the next film's context: what is historically accurate, what is false, and what literary elements to notice in the film's construction.

Film selections: Black Robe, Farewell My Concubine, A Passage to India, The Lion in Winter, and Room with a View.

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The Best of Alfred Hitchcock, Part 3

Dates: 12/5-12/12 | Instructor: Jay Sherwin | Time: 1-2:30 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $20

As a filmmaker, Alfred Hitchcock was adept at telling very intimate stories, often about marriage or other personal relationships. But Hitchcock was equally skilled at exploring the geopolitical issues of his time on a much larger scale. In this two-week online course, the third installment of our “Best of Hitchcock” series, our theme will be “Domestic Drama and International Intrigue.” We’ll consider four more of Hitchcock’s best films and explore his uncanny ability to tell stories on both a personal and global level. Students should watch the films independently. In class, we’ll look at brief film clips and discuss key themes. Join us for another lively trip into the fascinating, unsettling world that Hitchcock created on film. Here are the themes and films:

• Week 1: Domestic Drama – Rebecca and Suspicion

• Week 2: International Intrigue – Foreign Correspondent and Saboteur

Nature, Science & Technology

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Creatures You Didn't Know Live in Colorado

Dates: 9/22-10/27 | Instructor: Kevin Cook | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

Nature always seems more interesting, more special someplace else. This perception drives ecotourism as people travel to see wonderful things in wonderful places far, far away. But the pursuit of the exotic can blind a person to how interesting and special nature can be close to home. Focusing on wildlife other than Elk and Moose and Bald Eagles, "100 Creatures" will itemize a diversity of Colorado's findable but lesserknown wildlife including when and where to look for them and how to know them once you find them. Participants will develop strategies for spending more enjoyably rewarding time afield in Colorado.

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Modern Cosmology

Dates: 9/23-10/28 | Instructor: Edward Friedman | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $60

Dr. Friedman will present his survey course on the recent revolution in cosmology and astrophysics, covering:

• The early universe

• Geometry of the cosmos

• Dark energy and dark matter

• Data derived from the cosmic microwave background

• New observational methods, including gravitational waves

• Unanswered questions in cosmology and how they are being attacked

A new and complete 2-hour lecture devoted to the latest discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope and how those new results address unanswered questions in cosmology.

This is not a typical astronomy course; we won't have much to say about our solar system. We will be considering the big picture, drawing on material from recent professional journals.

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Source to Tap: How Does Your Water

Get There?

Date: 9/24 | Instructor: Jennifer Gimbel | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Water is a precious resource that we must use wisely. How does the water get from the snow fields in Colorado to your tap in your house? This course will look at the legal and structural aspects of that journey, as well as the numerous entities in Northern Colorado that treat and deliver that water to homes and fields.

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Clearing the FOG on Climate - a Dialogue

Date: 9/24 | Instructors: Jim Hand & Tony Mitchell | Time: 4-6 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 30 | Cost: $10

For some people, the reality, severity, and urgency of climate change are apparent. For others, it's not so obvious. Perspectives can vary wildly, and for some, the topic can seem full of contradictions. This highly interactive session acknowledges the diversity of perspective, examines reasons for those differences, and explores ways to engage in more constructive conversations about the “energy transition” that is already underway.

To enhance understanding of both the problem and its potential solutions, this workshop seeks to clear the FOG: sorting out Facts from Opinions and Guesses. As part of this process, a simulation tool called En-ROADS will be utilized to assess both the environmental and economic impacts of actions that can be taken to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Building on previous En-ROADS workshops, this course takes the next step in exploring both the challenges of climate change and the range of possible solutions. It’s designed for both returning participants and those new to the topic—no prior experience or course work is necessary to enroll in this course.

Nature, Science & Technology

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Understandable PC Security Guidelines and Methods to Unconstipate Your Windows PC

Date: 9/25 | Instructor: Rick Lamp | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

This course presents, in non-technical English, techniques everyone should use to protect their privacy and their online accounts. Topics will include passwords, password hashes, passkeys, two-factor authentication, password managers, antivirus and firewalls, virtual private networks (VPNs), and web browser settings. Specific settings in Windows are shown to enhance performance, protect your privacy, and simplify usage. Options will be reviewed if you are still using Windows 10, and your PC is not eligible for an upgrade to Windows 11. How Artificial Intelligence works and how to limit your exposure will be discussed. Finally, recommendations will be shared if you are considering purchasing a new Windows-based PC. As a bonus, you will learn how to obtain the most accurate weather forecast for your home (or the location of your choice).

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Wasps!

Date: 9/25 | Instructor: Whitney Cranshaw | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

For many people, the term “wasp” brings to mind something like a pesky yellowjacket that disrupts outdoor dining or perhaps the “murder hornet” that made a splash in the news a couple of years ago. But there are hundreds of kinds of insects found in Colorado that are called wasps, and they vary enormously in terms of habit. Some sting, many do not, and some are highly beneficial to gardeners. This is a review of the various types of Colorado insects known as "wasps" that will allow one to recognize them, better understand how they live and what they do, and, if necessary, how to manage them.

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Natural and Cultural History of Lory State Park

Date: 9/26 | Instructor: Rob Pickett | Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Location: Lory State Park | Class size: 20 | Cost: $25 + Park Fee

This class offers an opportunity to learn more about the nature of our Foothills plant and animal communities that call this area home. This 3.7-mile loop trail with minimal elevation change will take us to the edge of the Horsetooth Reservoir, where we'll see remnants of the former stone quarries that enabled the creation of the town of Stout, an early major economic boon to the young Fort Collins community. Scenic views of the western mountains and eastern high plains offer dramatic contrasts, highlighting how nature and humans have had to adapt to these diverse habitats. This hike is moderately challenging, with rocky, uneven stretches. Binoculars are recommended.

Participants will meet at the Arthur’s Rock parking lot, at the end of the road in Lory State Park.

Note: A $10 entrance/parking fee is payable at the visitor center unless it is already covered through your DMV registration. This fee is not included in your tuition.

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Tech Skills for Older Adults: Smartphone Navigation and Accessibility Options

Dates: 9/26 or 10/31 | Instructor: Abby Bahne | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Center for Healthy Aging | Class size: 10 | Cost: $10

There are many ways to make your device feel comfortable, tailored to your unique needs. This specific class will identify and describe the actions of the power button, volume buttons, ringer, SIM card storage, home screen, lock screen, notification center, and controls center. It will also describe the appearance and purpose of icons often found on apps and websites, such as icons for download, menu, share, and more.

This course is designed for older adults interested in learning about smartphone and tablet apps. In the first half-hour of each class, a presentation will be given about the topic, and then the instructors will assist individuals in small groups as they practice new skills for the remainder of the class. All are welcome regardless of skill level or years of experience. Participants are encouraged to bring their own smartphones and/or tablets.

Nature, Science & Technology

OSHR 3317 OLLI Talks Wednesday Register

Miller Moths, Monarchs, and Other Insects that Migrate into and about Colorado

Date: 10/1 | Instructor: Whitney Cranshaw | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Several kinds of insects make annual migrations into Colorado, such as the Monarch and painted lady butterflies. Others make seasonal instate migrations within the state, notably the army cutworm (a.k.a. the "miller moth"). In this program, we will discuss some of the insects that make the most spectacular migrations, reviewing how they live, what triggers the migrations, and how to recognize them.

OSHR 1281 Offsite OLLI Experience Wednesday Register

Sourdough Bread Utopia Cooking Class

Dates: 10/1 | Instructor: Tetiana Sherman | Time: 1-4 p.m.

Location: Corbett Hall | Class size: 16 | Cost: $60

Who isn’t enthusiastic about devouring freshly baked sourdough bread? The aroma, the crisp crust, the incredible taste—it makes your taste buds want to dance. Picture your anticipation of that first bite and visualize how you lovingly prepared your ingredients to create a sourdough bread masterpiece your taste buds are longing for. There’s no need to imagine this sourdough utopia when Chef Tetiana can guide you on your own delicious bread journey. We’ll start with a tasting of sourdough bread paired with homemade butter and salt, then move on to hands-on instruction: activating and feeding your starter, creating and kneading dough, learning the art of scoring bread to make fun designs and understand its purpose, exploring baking techniques, and most importantly, rewarding yourself with your own freshly baked sourdough loaf.

We will bake sourdough during class and, as a bonus, you’ll leave with your own bread starter, a ready-to-bake loaf, and a recipe to recreate your perfect sourdough at home. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your bread-baking skills!

Note: This course is held in Corbett Hall on the CSU campus. The closest parking lot is a paid lot, 0.6 miles away. Street parking is limited.

Required Supplies: One 3 or 4-quart glass or stainless mixing bowl.

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Thursday Register

Understanding the Technology Around Us

Date: 10/2 | Instructor: Richard Waal | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 30 | Cost: $10

Curious about why data centers, cryptocurrency, and virtual reality are becoming household topics? Intrigued by emerging trends in technology but unsure how they connect to everyday life? This nontechnical course is designed to demystify the tech landscape and provide a foundation for understanding these innovations.

Through engaging discussions, participants will explore the key concepts behind modern technologies, including AI, blockchain, and the digital infrastructure that shapes our world. No prior technical knowledge is required, just curiosity and your questions.

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Friday Register

Water Challenges in the Colorado River

Date: 10/3 | Instructor: Antonia Hadjimichael | Time: 10-11:30 a.m.

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

The Colorado River, one of the lifelines of the West, is facing unprecedented challenges in managing its current and future water supply. These stressors are both the result of human systems and decisions, as well as of climate change affecting the region. This class will overview these major complexities for planning in the region, as well as some potential strategies.

OSHR 3343 OLLI Talks

Friday Register

Artificial Intelligence's Impact on Higher Education

Date: 10/3 | Instructor: Karen Estlund | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Dean Estlund recently co-led the CSU System AI Task Force and serves on national library efforts related to AI through the Association of Research Libraries and the Coalition for Networked Information. She brings this background to OLLI to share insights on the impact of AI on libraries, classrooms, writing, and research.

Nature, Science & Technology

OSHR 3273 Offsite OLLI Talks Friday Register

Tech Skills for Older Adults: Navigating YouTube

Date: 10/3 | Instructor: Abby Bahne | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Center for Healthy Aging | Class size: 10 | Cost: $10

This specific class will provide instructions for watching videos with the YouTube app. Watch videos related to cooking, product reviews, religious services, and more.

This course is designed for older adults interested in learning about apps on smartphones and tablets. In the first half-hour of each class, a presentation will be given about the topic, and then the instructors will assist individuals in small groups as they practice new skills for the remainder of the class. All are welcome regardless of skill level or years of experience. Participants are encouraged to bring their own smartphones and/or tablets.

OSHR 1277 OLLI Experience Friday & Tuesday Register

Exploring the Wonders of Devil’s Backbone: A Nature Hike Adventure

Dates: 10/10 & 10/14 | Instructor: Susan Atkinson

Time: 10 a.m.-noon & 9 a.m.-noon | Location: Drake Hall & Devils Backbone Natural Area | Class size: 20 | Cost: $30

Join us for an immersive 3-hour hiking experience along the scenic Devil’s Backbone Nature Trail, where nature comes alive through the lens of flora, fauna, and geology. This field trip follows a 2-hour in-class introduction to the native plants, animals, and "hogbacks" formations of these montane shrublands and the biodiversity of Colorado's Northern Front Range. Led by interpretive naturalist and Road Scholar hiking guide Susan Atkinson, you'll discover the diverse plant species thriving in this unique ecosystem, observe wildlife in their natural habitats, and delve into the fascinating geological history of the area. As you traverse this stunning trail, you'll learn how the landscape was shaped over millennia, with the rocky outcrops and striking formations telling the story of the Earth's past. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or a curious explorer, this 2.5-mile leisurely hike over natural surface trails offers beautiful views of the Northern Front Range and an enriching experience that connects you with the natural world in a way that’s both educational and awe-inspiring. Bring binoculars if you have them! Restrooms are at the trailhead.

OSHR 3248 Offsite OLLI Talks Friday Register

Tech Skills for Older Adults: Facebook Marketplace

Date: 10/10 | Instructor: Abby Bahne | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Center for Healthy Aging | Class size: 10 | Cost: $10

This class will focus on the Facebook Marketplace feature within the Facebook app, where users can sell various items, including furniture, clothing, craft supplies, exercise equipment, and more. It will explore how to create a Facebook account, create a listing, and chat with potential buyers. The class will also cover how to avoid potential scams on Facebook Marketplace.

This course is designed for older adults interested in learning about smartphone and tablet apps. In the first half-hour of each class, a presentation will be given about the topic, and then the instructors will assist individuals in small groups as they practice new skills for the remainder of the class. All are welcome regardless of skill level or years of experience. Participants are encouraged to bring their own smartphones and/or tablets.

OSHR 3302 OLLI Talks Monday Register

Seemingly Unimportant Species? Let’s Talk!

Dates: 10/13 | Instructor: Peter McMahon | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

What do the blockbuster drug Ozempic, Nobel-Prize-winning PCR genetic technology, and life-saving statin drugs have in common? They all owe their beginnings to species that at first glance might not seem interesting or important to humans: reptile, bacterium, and fungus species in these examples. This course explores these examples and other discoveries that improve our lives, all stemming from seemingly unimportant species. We will ponder the question: Does importance equal value to human life? Or do species offer “value” to humans simply by existing and sustaining the life web in which we live? How should we think about habitat and species protection in the context of these questions? Would the objective of protection be to benefit Mother Earth, human survival, or both? I hope you will join us for a lively discussion about seemingly unimportant species.

Nature, Science & Technology

OSHR 3247 Offsite OLLI Talks Friday Register

Tech Skills for Older Adults: Clipping Coupons with the King Soopers App

Date: 10/17 or 11/7 | Instructor: Abby Bahne | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Center for Healthy Aging | Class size: 10 | Cost: $10

Learn how to apply digital coupons to save money on purchases at King Soopers and other Kroger-affiliated stores such as Smith’s, City Market, Fred Meyer, Ralph’s, Fry’s, QFC, and more.

This course is designed for older adults interested in learning about apps on smartphones and tablets. In the first half-hour of each class, a presentation will be given about the topic, and then the instructors will assist individuals in small groups as they practice new skills for the remainder of the class. All are welcome regardless of skill level or years of experience. Participants are encouraged to bring their own smartphones and/or tablets.

OSHR 8056 OLLI Experience Mon. & Tues., or Thurs. Register

Hiking the Geology of Colorado's Northern Front Range Foothills

Date: 10/20 | Instructor: Mike Kendrick | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall & Natural Areas | Class size: 15 | Cost: $65

Field observations are the best way to learn geology. This course will consist of an introductory lecture session followed by two field sessions at Ramsay-Shockey Open Space and Reservoir Ridge Natural Area. We will discuss and examine the rock units underlying each area as well as structural deformation from faults and folds.

Hike 1 Location: Ramsay-Shockey Open Space

Distance: 4.1 miles roundtrip with 652 feet elevation gain

Hike 1 Dates: Tues. 10/21 OR Thurs. 10/23 | Time: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Hike 2 Location: Reservoir Ridge Natural Area

Distance: 2.7 miles roundtrip with 522 feet elevation gain

Hike 2 Dates: Tues. 10/28 OR Thurs. 10/30 | Time: 8-11:30 a.m.

Notes:

• Hike dates are NOT interchangeable. The date of your hikes is dependent upon the section for which you registered.

• Hiking in Northern Colorado can be strenuous. If you are new to the area, please keep this in mind.

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Tuesday Register

Introduction to the War on Global Warming

Date: 10/21 | Instructor: Frits Dautzenberg | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

This course is designed to raise awareness and inspire action to address the global challenges of greenhouse gas emissions. While climate change poses significant risks, there is still time to make a meaningful difference. Scientists emphasize that reducing global warming is crucial for future generations, but solutions are within reach. Through a fact-based exploration of global warming, this course highlights both the challenges we face and the opportunities for change. Participants will learn about the latest advancements in technology, policy, and large-scale implementation efforts that can help mitigate the impact of climate change. With international collaboration, innovation, and collective determination, a sustainable future is possible. The instructor encourages participants to become active agents of change, contributing to the ongoing efforts to create a healthier planet for future generations.

OSHR 8096 Hybrid Thursday Register

Glacier Wonders: A Naturalist’s Exploration of Flora, Fauna, and Geology of Glacier National Park

Dates: 10/23-11/6 | Instructor: Susan Atkinson | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall or Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $30

Join seasoned naturalist Susan Atkinson for an unforgettable 3-week journey through the stunning landscapes of Glacier National Park. As a glacier guide and Road Scholar group leader, Susan brings her expertise and passion for the park’s rich biodiversity and geological history. This immersive course will introduce you to the unique plant species, fascinating wildlife, and breathtaking geological formations that define Glacier’s ecosystems. Explore diverse habitats, from lush valleys to alpine meadows, while learning about the intricate relationships between plants, mammals, and the environment. Susan will guide you through the glacier adventure, offering insight into the forces that shaped the park’s iconic glaciers, rugged mountains, and ancient rock formations. Whether you’re an avid naturalist or a curious traveler, this class promises to deepen your appreciation for one of America’s most pristine natural wonders.

Nature, Science & Technology

OSHR 3336 Offsite OLLI Talks Friday Register

Tech Skills for Older Adults: Modern Mobility & Security

Dates: 10/24 or 11/14 | Instructor: Abby Bahne | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Center for Healthy Aging | Class size: 10 | Cost: $10

Discover how to use Uber and Lyft to get around town. Learn to request rides, set pickup locations, and understand fare estimates. Explore ParkMobile to pay for parking directly from your phone! Gain an understanding of the importance of strong, unique passwords and learn how to use password managers.

This course is designed for older adults interested in learning about smartphone and tablet apps. In the first half-hour of each class, a presentation will be given about the topic, and then the instructors will assist individuals in small groups as they practice new skills for the remainder of the class. All are welcome regardless of skill level or years of experience. Participants are encouraged to bring their own smartphones and/or tablets.

OSHR 3275 Offsite OLLI Talks

Friday Register

Tech Skills for Older Adults: Library Access with the Libby App

Dates: 11/21 | Instructor: Abby Bahne | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Center for Healthy Aging | Class size: 10 | Cost: $10

Poudre libraries and other libraries across Colorado offer free access to movies, TV shows, and documentaries. This section will provide an overview of using the Libby app to access your local library’s eBook and audiobook collection. A valid library card is required to use the app.

This course is designed for older adults interested in learning about smartphone and tablet apps. In the first half-hour of each class, a presentation will be given about the topic, and then the instructors will assist individuals in small groups as they practice new skills for the remainder of the class. All are welcome regardless of skill level or years of experience. Participants are encouraged to bring their own smartphones and/or tablets.

OSHR 3327 OLLI Talks

Pet-Friendly Landscaping

Date: 12/3 | Instructors: Alison O'Connor & Khursheed Mama

Time: 1-3 p.m.| Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

Alison O’Connor and Khursheed Mama will discuss considerations for safely landscaping with your pets in mind. The class will cover options for containment, management of urine injury in lawns, selection of plants, toxic plants, and other tips to keep your furry friends happy and healthy. While the primary focus will be on dog safety, other common household pet species will be mentioned.

OSHR 3333 OLLI Talks Tuesday Register

Maps in a Changing World

Date: 12/9 | Instructor: Melinda Laituri | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

This lecture will present how maps provide a unique perspective on our changing world. From traditional paper maps to our handheld devices, technology increasingly mediates how we see the world. We will examine the changing characteristics of maps and discuss how this intersects with historical and current events.

OSHR 3332 Hybrid OLLI Talks Wednesday Register

The Blue Plate: Shrinking Carbon, One Meal at a Time

Date: 12/10 | Instructor: Mark Easter | Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall or Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

What is the climate impact of the foods we eat? Between a quarter and a third of human-caused greenhouse gas emissions today come from growing, shipping, processing, retailing, and cooking food, and then dealing with the leftovers. Fascinatingly, the majority of these emissions come from microbes in Earth’s ecosystems. However, there are clear opportunities throughout agriculture and society to reduce those emissions, while making food healthier for both humans and the planet. Join CSU scientist Mark Easter as he describes the carbon footprint of the foods we eat, how scientists calculate carbon footprints, and how we can all create low-carbon meals, working from his award-winning book The Blue Plate: A Food Lover’s Guide to Climate Chaos. Bring a copy of your favorite recipe to class. We’ll randomly select a few to estimate their carbon footprint and explore ways to reduce it.

Nature, Science & Technology

OSHR 3334 OLLI Talks Wednesday Register

Materials Insects Produce and Humans Consume

Date: 12/17 | Instructor: Whitney Cranshaw | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $10

There are many things humans use that insects provide. Perhaps the best known is silk, produced by the silkworm, an insect completely domesticated and no longer found in the wild. Various honeybees, particularly the honeybee, Apis mellifera, provide not only a wide range of commercial products (e.g., honey, beeswax) but also services (e.g., pollination, apitherapy). However, there are many other insects and insect products that insects have provided and continue to provide humans, such as those that serve as sources of dyes and shellac. This course will review the insects that have provided humans with materials or services.

OSHR 3344 OLLI Bonus Wednesday Register

Building an AI Tutor to Support Colorado Native Bees

Date: 12/17 | Instructors: Jill Zarestky, Sarath Sreedharan, Kelsey Sikes, Erfan Mirhaji & Lisa Mason

Time: 1-3 p.m. | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

This talk presents the development of an explainable AI tutor designed to personalize training for adult learners participating in the Native Bee Watch community science project. We detail the machine vision challenge of teaching the AI to identify bees and AI to assess learners’ existing knowledge and skills and provide appropriate lessons. Additionally, the session will highlight opportunities to interact with the in-progress AI models and learn about Colorado Native Bees. Read more about how this session is supported by a NSF grant designed to bolster community science, novel AI and pollinator conservation.

OLLI Member Bonus Lectures

OSHR 3321 OLLI Bonus Tuesday Register

How Can Your Home Be a "Lifelong Home"?!

Date: 9/23 | Instructors: Brian Dunbar & Drew Sorrells

Time: 10 a.m.–noon | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

OSHR 3338 Online OLLI Bonus Thursday Register

The Little Free Library - Building Community One Book at a Time

Date: 10/2 | Instructor: Marshall Krueger | Time: 10 a.m.–noon

Location: Online | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

OSHR 3337 OLLI Bonus Monday Register

Ranked Choice Voting

Date: 10/6 | Instructor: Kathleen Schmidt

Time: 4–6 p.m. | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

OSHR 3301 OLLI Bonus Tuesday Register

Introduction to the War on Global Warming

Date: 10/21 | Instructor: Frits Dautzenberg | Time: 1–3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

OSHR 3318 OLLI Bonus Friday Register

Migration: Past and Present

Date: 11/14 | Instructor: Stepanka Korytova | Time: 1–3 p.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

OSHR 3294 OLLI Bonus Thursday Register

Make a Difference by Serving on a Public or Nonprofit Board or Commission

Date: 11/20 | Instructor: Steve VanderMeer | Time: 10 a.m.–noon

Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

OSHR 3344 OLLI Bonus Wednesday Register

Building an AI Tutor to Support Colorado Native Bees

Date: 12/17 | Instructors: Jill Zarestky, Sarath Sreedharan, Kelsey Sikes, Erfan Mirhaji & Lisa Mason

Time: 1–3 p.m. | Location: Drake Hall | Class size: 50 | Cost: $0

Shared Interest Groups

OLLI launched four Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) in the spring of 2024 to facilitate extended learning, connection, and community. OLLI SIGs are a great way to meet other lifelong learners who share similar passions. They are volunteer-led and meet at various times throughout the term. A small fee is required to join each SIG, which provides support for fresh coffee and use of the Community Room. SIGs cater to your intellectual curiosity and foster meaningful connections within our vibrant OLLI community. If you would like to start a new SIG, take advantage of our bulletin board in the Community Room to post information about your idea(s) or initiate conversations with your OLLI peers and leverage classroom interactions to connect with individuals with similar interests.

Please Note: SIGs are member/volunteer-led, and SIG fees are non-refundable and inclusive of the entire term. All SIGs meet in the Drake Hall OLLI Community Room.

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Meditation Shared Interest Group (SIG)

Dates: Tuesdays, 9/23, 10/14, 10/28, 11/11, 12/9 | Time: 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Location: Drake Hall OLLI Community Room | Cost: $10

OLLI members are invited to join this group, which will meditate together on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month in the OLLI Community Room. This group does not offer formal meditation instruction, but beginners are welcome. The group will begin with a short ten-minute sitting meditation, followed by gentle movement and conversation about meditation practice. The hour will close with a 20-minute sitting meditation.

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Register

Current Affairs Shared Interest Group (SIG)

Dates: Fridays, 9/26 - 12/19 | Time: 8:45-9:45 a.m.

Location: Drake Hall | Cost: $10

The Current Affairs SIG is a great way to join a lively discussion of regional, national, and international events! This SIG meets to discuss pre-determined current affairs and issues. Diversity of viewpoints is welcome as members seek to learn insights and perspectives from one another. The Current Affairs SIG meets every Friday morning from 8:45-9:45 in a Drake Hall conference room.. Register

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Artist Shared Interest Group (SIG)

Dates: Thursdays 9/18, 10/2, 11/6, 12/4 | Time: 9 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall OLLI Community Room | Cost: $10

The Artist SIG is an awesome way to meet new people, share common interests, learn from others, and have fun. This SIG is open to any form of artistic expression that is generally suitable for an indoor classroom setting. If the group desires, we can also schedule activities offsite, such as visiting museums, plein air sessions, etc. Typically, this SIG meets once per month for 2.5 to 3 hours in the OLLI Community Room. Each artist is responsible for bringing supplies, determining their projects, and cleaning up afterward. Our goals include:

• Create an encouraging, constructive, and safe environment for artistic expression

• Create a welcoming environment for new artists

• Provide an incentive to keep creating

• Build friendships based on shared interests

• Provide a community to continue your artistic pursuits beyond the classroom

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Book Talks Shared Interest Group (SIG)

Dates: Fridays, 9/26, 10/24, 12/12 | Time: 10 a.m.-noon

Location: Drake Hall OLLI Community Room | Cost: $5

The Book Talks SIG welcomes you! This SIG was created for OLLI members who want to share their love for books and/or authors in a social and engaged community of learners. At each monthly meeting, 2–3 members will present a synopsis of a book they have enjoyed and recommend to others. Books can be fiction or non-fiction, recent or older, fun or serious. Member presentations can be informal, but there is also the option to utilize PowerPoint presentations, videos, or other types of media. The more members who want to contribute, the more varied our collective reading options will be. Register Register

Travel with OLLI at CSU

After hosting two exceptional trips abroad in 2025 with EF Go Ahead Tours, OLLI invites members to participate in three exciting opportunities in 2026. In addition to land travel with a private OLLI bus and guide across Portugal and Spain, we’ve also partnered with Go Next (an industry leader in alumni travel) to craft two options on Oceania Cruises.

Join us as we extend learning and social connections beyond the classroom. Our trips will give members the chance to bring learning to life in places around the world. Travelers must be a current OLLI at CSU member at the time of travel, although prior term membership is encouraged to participate in associated social events, lectures, and other gatherings.

More information about the trips and registration details can be found on the OLLI website at www.osher.colostate.edu/osher/travel.jsp.

Portugal and Spain with EF Go Ahead Tours

April 26 – May 6, 2026

Alaskan Cruise with Go Next

July 28 – August 6, 2026

Italy, Greece, and Croatia

Cruise with Go Next

October 13 – 23, 2026

Meet the Instructors

Emanuel Abramovits is a Mechanical Engineer with an MBA and has been a concert promoter since 2000, directly involved in many events by international artists, including Itzhak Perlman, Gustavo Dudamel, Sarah Brightman, Roger Hodgson, ASIA, Journey, and Kenny G. He designed and staged many original orchestral events, including an Event of the Year winner and several world premieres. He served as the Cultural Director at UNION ISRAELITA DE CARACAS from 2008 to 2019, releasing books and organizing film cycles, concerts, and art exhibits. He has taught online and in person across the U.S. since 2020.

Richard Alper was admitted to the bars of Maryland, the District of Columbia, and the United States Supreme Court. He has taught constitutional law for several years at the undergraduate, graduate, and adult education levels.

Lauren Andersen is the director of the Utah Judicial Institute. She practiced appellate law in California and presented arguments to the California Supreme Court and the US Supreme Court. During this time, she closely studied the Roberts Court. She has lectured about the Supreme Court and the death penalty. Her opinions were quoted by The New York Times and the ABA Journal. She was previously the director of OLLI at the University of Utah.

*Ivan Forest Ankeny discovered Qigong while recovering from a near-death experience associated with an untreatable disease and while suffering from pain and mobility issues related to a herniated disk in the lower back. He quickly realized his health and mobility were improving even during the height of the pandemic. He teaches at Source Point Community Acupuncture, over Zoom, and at Lee Martinez Park in Old Town Fort Collins. He is a certified Qi Gong instructor with over 800 teaching hours under his belt.

Manuel Arellano is an experienced instructional designer, trainer, videographer, and facilitator who has worked at Hewlett Packard, Broadcom, and Hach. He brings a lifelong passion for personal growth and meaningful learning to his work with OLLI learners. Known for translating complex ideas into transformative insights, Manuel now co-facilitates courses with poet Veronica Patterson that support emotional well-being, self-reflection, and healing. Their OLLI classes blend poetry, guided writing, and conversation to help participants explore and apply powerful themes of personal renewal.

*Susan Atkinson is an award-winning architect and professor of Landscape Architecture at Colorado State University. She is an avid trail runner and backcountry first responder who has backpacked worldwide studying landscapes, culture, and design. Susan grew up at the doorstep of Glacier National Park in the Flathead Valley, learning about birds and wildflowers and spotting grizzly bears. She began leading nature tours to share her passion for the rocky trails of National Parks in Colorado and Montana. Each summer, Susan is a glacier guide, conservation educator, and group leader with Road Scholar in Waterton Lakes and Glacier National Park.

Meet the Instructors

Dr. Nina P. Azari earned her first Ph.D. in human cognitive experimental psychology, followed by postdoctoral training and research in human brain imaging at the National Institutes of Health and in Germany. She then earned a second Ph.D. in Religious and Theological Studies, with a dissertation focused on the philosophical-theological implications of the neuroscientific study of religious experiences (focused explicitly on her collaborative work investigating brain imaging and Christian religious experiences). Dr. Azari is the founding Editor-inChief of the Encyclopedia of Sciences and Religions (Publisher: Springer). Dr. Azari was a faculty member in the psychology department at the University of HawaiiHilo, USA, and then at Ridgeview Classical Schools in Fort Collins.

*Abby Bahne is a senior in the Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) program at Colorado State University. She volunteered with the Tech Skills for Older Adults class in the spring and is incredibly excited to step up to the plate as an instructor and intern for the fall semester. In their free time, Abby enjoys crocheting, reading, and binge-watching their favorite TV shows.

John Blair earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Colorado State University and the Certified Financial Services Counselor designation from the ABA National Graduate Trust School, Northwestern University. A native Coloradoan, he managed trust departments for several Front Range banks in Denver, Colorado Springs, and northern Colorado. Over the past 40 years, his work has provided multiple opportunities to discuss estate planning with people in need of information and sound, common-sense advice.

Lisa Boesen is the former Northern Colorado Beekeepers Association president and has been beekeeping for over eight years. She coordinates the annual Honey and Bee Product judging for the Larimer County Fair and enjoys increasing her knowledge base about all pollinator safety. As a plant-based chef and educator, she tests honeys as garnishes and tools to not only add sweetness but also various earthy and plant profiles to complement dishes.

Nancy Buck, Ph.D., is fresh, funny, and unafraid to tackle the tough mental health topics facing us all in lively classes that learners relate to and remember. Dr. Buck earned her Ph.D. in developmental psychology, with an emphasis on Choice Theory and its applications in psychology. She is one of the world's leading experts in the field of internal psychology and has taught thousands of people around the globe. She is a nurse, educator, and author. Her goal? To teach the world how to take charge of their life and grow their good mental health.

Chef Larry P. Canepa is a certified culinary educator and Le Cordon Bleu chef, author, researcher, food historian, and lecturer on culinary topics. Chef Larry has a dynamic, innovative, and engaging style that incorporates food history, culinary arts, education, and ‘food-tainment’ into every class and event.

Dr. David Caputo received his BA from Miami University and his PhD from Yale University. He has taught electoral politics at the Osher Institute and continues to do nonpartisan political commentary. He has taught at Purdue University, Hunter College, Pace University, and Colorado State University, and has also held various administrative positions in higher education throughout his career.

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See the course page on the website for full bios

Brian Carroll relocated to Fort Collins in 1996, following a 27-year career with the FBI. He continued to consult with the FBI and the U.S. State Department as part of their Anti-Terrorism Assistance Program for foreign police officials. He assisted in developing the Security Management Program with the University of Denver and provided consultation to the private sector in the management of Critical Incidents. He has been keenly interested in the history of Fort Collins and is the author of several books and articles about that history.

Marlin R. Clark, Ph.D., is a retired Air Force Master Sergeant with extensive educational experience. He has taught Equal Opportunity and Drug Abuse education, served as the Career Services Director at Gonzaga University, and was the Dean of Students and Assistant Vice-President of Student Life at Salt Lake Community College. He most recently taught Intercultural Communication at Utah Valley University. Dr. Clark lives in Greeley, CO, with his wife.

*Ann Claycomb lives with her family, including two cats and a mostly hairless dog, in Fort Collins, Colorado. She is the author of Silenced, a #MeToo fairy tale, and The Mermaid’s Daughter, a modern-day retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Mermaid. A lifelong reader of fairy tales, Ann wishes people would stop using the phrase “fairy tales can come true” as reassurance because a great deal of what happens to women in fairy tales is frankly terrifying.

Kevin Cook earned a bachelor's degree in biology at Western State College and a Master of Science at Colorado State University. Working as a self-employed naturalist since 1981, he has written nature articles and columns for magazines and newspapers and contributed material to books and an encyclopedia. He taught wildlife seminars at Rocky Mountain National Park for 27 years, guided birding tours for 35 years, taught Elderhostel then Road-Scholar programs for 25 years, and has taught various classes for OLLI since 2005. Since 2000, he has pursued a plan to visit every nook and cranny of Colorado and to find as much of the state's wildlife as possible. In his writing and his teaching, he shares those experiences.

*Deb Courtner is a retired landscape designer and former owner of Blossoms & Blueprints, LLC. She has written freelance garden articles for The Denver Post, NOCO Bloom Gardening Guide, CSU’s Live Smart Colorado, and other publications. Her gardening blog is blossomsandblueprints.wordpress.com. A former corporate training manager, Deb has presented gardening programs for Denver Botanic Gardens and other organizations throughout metro Denver and Northern Colorado. She has served as a Colorado State University Extension master gardener since 2003. Her educational credentials include a landscape design certification from Front Range Community College, an MBA from Columbia University, and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in journalism from Kansas State University.

*Dr. Loren Crabtree taught recent Chinese history at Colorado State University for many years and served as Dean of Liberal Arts and Provost at CSU. He served as Chancellor of the University of Tennessee and retired as a Distinguished Professor of History. He was instrumental in bringing Semester at Sea to Colorado State and served for three years as the program's President and CEO.

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Dr. Whitney Cranshaw is an Emeritus Professor of Entomology at Colorado State University, where he has worked since 1983. During this time, he has conducted a wide-ranging Extension/Research/Teaching program with the primary focus of improving the understanding of and effective management of insects of horticultural crops (vegetables/fruits, flowers, trees/shrubs, turfgrass, hemp). Although he retired from CSU in July 2020, he has not retired from “bugs”. He continues to write, speak with diverse audiences, support websites and listserv discussion groups, and conduct research on projects of interest.

Dr. Terri Crocker is a retired paralegal and university adjunct professor. She has a PhD from the University of Kentucky, where she taught courses on 20th-century war and memory.

Dr. David Danbom is a native of Denver and a CSU graduate. He taught American history for 36 years at North Dakota State University, where he was the recipient of the Fargo Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Professor award. He is the author of six books and numerous articles and has taught OLLI classes for several years. He and his wife Karen, also a CSU grad, live in Loveland.

Jerry Dauth was an international financial manager for projects worldwide.

*Brian Dunbar is Executive Director of the Institute for the Built Environment (IBE) and Professor Emeritus at Colorado State University, where he has taught courses in Interior Architecture, Construction Management, and Sustainability. Brian holds degrees in architecture from the University of Michigan and is a WELL + LEED Accredited Professional. He helped create the Lifelong Homes & Communities program, which was established to guide developers, designers, builders, and homeowners in creating places that provide healthy, active lives. Through IBE, Brian has guided project work for the National Park Service, the American Institute of Architects (AIA), cities, universities, housing authorities, and school districts. Brian’s healthy, sustainable building teaching and research has been honored by AIA, the Colorado Governor, communities, businesses, and universities. The U.S. Green Building Council recognized Brian with one of its first LEED Fellow distinctions (2012) and its National Leadership Award (2022).

*Frits Dautzenberg, PhD, is an expert in applied catalysis and process development. He received his PhD in Chemical Engineering from the Technical University of Eindhoven (Netherlands). Commencing his industrial career at Shell's R&D labs in Amsterdam, Dr. Dautzenberg subsequently worked at Shell’s refinery operations in France and its tar sand operations in Canada. Later, he became VP of Engineering at Catalytica Inc., a company involved in developing catalyst technologies for clean chemical production processes, and then VP of Technology Development with ABB Lummus Global. Dautzenberg has taught a range of industrial-related courses on conceptual process design as an adjunct professor, published many scientific articles, and holds approximately 20 patents. Dr. Dautzenberg has collaborated with various companies worldwide, providing consulting and teaching services. He can be reached at fritsdautzenberg@gmail.com.

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Meg Dunn was formerly a math teacher in Detroit and San Francisco. When her kids entered elementary school in 2003, she shifted to volunteering in Poudre School District, thus beginning her “full-time volunteer” career. In 2014, Meg took over the Forgotten Fort Collins website, which became NorthernColoradoHistory. com in 2017. She sat on the Fort Collins Historic Preservation Commission for nine years and is currently the president of the Fort Collins Historical Society and vicepresident on the board of Historic Larimer County.

*Dr Margaret Eagan (Dr E for short) has a passion for teaching and building relationships. She has a talent for putting people at ease by creating an environment that feels as if you are talking with your closest friend. She is excellent at translating complex medical jargon into everyday language and removing the embarrassment factor from bodily questions. No area is off limits! She approaches life and medicine with a sense of humor. Prepare to laugh while learning and connecting.

*Mark Easter is the author of the award-winning book The Blue Plate: A Food Lover's Guide to Climate Chaos, published by Patagonia Books in 2024. In it, he explores the question “Can we eat our way out of the climate crisis?”.

*Dr. Karen Estlund has served as the Dean of Libraries at CSU since 2019. She started working in academic libraries as a work-study student and eventually became an expert in digital library and technology advancements. Karen has worked research libraries at Penn State, the University of Oregon, and the University of Utah. She is passionate about access to information, student success, and emergent technologies for communication and long-term access to knowledge. She has played a vital role in library open-source community projects and co-established a networking group for women IT leaders in libraries. Additionally, Karen was one of the founding editorial board members of Ada: A Journal of Gender, New Media, and Technology, an open-access, open-peer review multi-modal journal. She has a bachelor's degree in Classics & Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics from Reed College; a Master of Library & Information Science from the Univ. of Washington; and a Ph.D. in Communication and Society from the Univ. of Oregon.

Rich Feller, Ph.D., L.P.C., JCTC researches how to age and “Finish Strong”. Professor of Counseling & Career Development and one of twelve University Distinguished Teaching Scholars (emeritus) at Colorado State University he served as President of the National Career Development Association and Coordinator of both the Counseling and Career Development, and Student Affairs in Higher Education graduate programs while also teaching within the Organizational Performance and Change program. His consultancy includes clients such as NASA, the UN, the NFL, AARP, and the Modern Elder Academy. Cofounder of Onelifetools.com and the Who You Are Matters! Experience as a Board Game and Online Storyteller, and he serves as Senior Advisor to YouScience.com. As Executive Director of Careerdevelopmentnetwork.com, he’s a lead trainer for the Job and Career Development Coach program. Co-author of Pearson's Career Decision-Making System, his international consultations have included projects in Sudan, Thailand, China, Korea, Japan, Australia, Singapore, India, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, Canada, Europe, and Semester at Sea.

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Dr. Ed Friedman (BS, PhD in physics), during his 45-year professional career, designed space systems for monitoring Earth’s climate and weather, ocean science, planet detection, astronomy, and astrophysics. He was Chief Technologist at Ball Aerospace, Technical Fellow at Boeing, Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the University of Colorado and Visiting Scientist at the National Center for Atmospheric Research. He has taught college math, astronomy, and orbital dynamics. He has consulted for NASA missions and the National Academy of Science. His PhD student successfully defended a thesis on space telescopes at the University of Colorado. His volunteer work includes teaching elite high school astrophysics and advanced math. He is the author of four books on space telescope systems.

Jennifer Gimbel is the senior water policy scholar for the Colorado Water Center, based at Colorado State University. In this position, she teaches graduate and undergraduate students interested in water policy issues and develops published articles on the Colorado River and water issues facing Colorado. She served as the principal deputy assistant secretary for water and science in the Department of the Interior and was deputy commissioner for external and intergovernmental affairs for the Bureau of Reclamation. From 2008 to 2013, Gimbel was the director of the Colorado Water Conservation Board, a group within the Department of Natural Resources that works to protect and develop the state’s water resources. As a water lawyer, she worked for the Attorney General’s Offices in Wyoming and Colorado.

Steve Griggs is a Denver-based watercolor artist with a signature membership in the Rocky Mountain National Watermedia Society and the Colorado Watercolor Society. He is a member of the American Watercolor Society, National Watercolor Society, and American Impressionists Society. Steve frequently displays and sells work in local, state, regional, and national exhibitions and galleries. He consistently wins awards in national and regional exhibits and has collections worldwide. His work has been featured in publications such as Southwest Art, Watercolor Artist, and The Artist magazines. Steve is a soughtafter workshop instructor with students from around the globe.

Alyssa Golinvaux has dedicated her life to helping others. Her highest hope is for others to live their ideal life. In her roles as a massage therapist, registered nurse, yoga teacher, and KonMari® consultant, she has helped guide others toward their physical, mental, and sometimes spiritual goals. A Wyoming native, she loves Colorado for its incredible diversity and beauty, both in its people and nature. She currently works as a registered nurse in the ICU and consults with clients through her certified KonMari® consultant business. She earned an Associate of Applied Science in Massage Therapy, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher Certificate, and her KonMari® certification.

Dale Mary Grenfell is a writer and professional storyteller who has had careers in education (middle school, high school, adult learners), publishing, community theater, and non-profit. She has a B.A. in sociology from Regis University and has been a guest at conferences and on radio shows addressing the principles of restorative justice and the power of story.

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*Antonia Hadjimichael is an interdisciplinary scientist studying complex human-Earth systems, specifically in the domain of water and planning under uncertainty. Most of her research focuses on planning and adaptation to extreme events, like droughts and floods. She completed her studies in the UK and Spain, and holds a BSc in Mathematics, a MSc in Environmental Modeling, and a PhD in Water Science and Technology. She is currently an Assistant Professor at Penn State University.

Jim Hand is a retired engineer who spent his career in the energy extraction industry, including coal, oil, and gas, as well as oil sands. He held various technical, operational, and managerial positions for ExxonMobil affiliates in Wyoming, Texas, Illinois, Chile, Australia, Angola, and Canada. Since 2018, Jim has been actively involved with Citizens Climate Education, a nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization focused on policies to address national and global climate change.

Karen Heckman, M.Ed., has been involved in adult education for many years and has enjoyed facilitating many Great Decisions discussions.

Chris Hensey offered Miami University's Institute for Learning in Retirement winetasting classes for 15 years, nearly as long as he operated his wine shop, Main Street Gourmet, in Oxford, Ohio. This will be his sixth term of teaching for CSU's OLLI. He has passed the Introductory Exam for the Court of Master Sommeliers and serves as a judge for The Cincinnati International Wine Festival. He is currently the lead Sommelier for Chimney Park restaurant in Windsor.

Dr. Margit Hentschel is the co-Director for Colorado State University’s Center for Mindfulness and Founder of Mind Over Mat. She has facilitated group mindfulness practices on campus and in the community for over 25 years. Margit is also a certified Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapist. She earned a PhD from CSU’s School of Education with a focus on women leaders advancing global peacebuilding, and taught Climate Change Solutions and Peacebuilding in the Honors Program. She has several publications as a book contributor on global community sustainability.

Stuart L. Hirai is an independent historian active in numerous military and veteran organizations in the U.S. and abroad. He has toured historic battle sites with various military associations, including the First Special Service Force Association (FSSFA), where he is an honorary member. Stuart has delivered presentations on General Robert T. Frederick and the First Special Service Force at the French Embassy in Washington, D.C., and internationally. Most recently, he participated in the FSSFA's 80th Anniversary tour of "Operation Dragoon/Anvil" in August/September 2024.

Dr. Bob Hoffert is a Dean and Professor Emeritus at Colorado State University. As a political theorist, his teaching and scholarly specializations have been the evolution of Anglo-American Liberalism and the American political founding. Teaching enriches his public life; his family enriches his private life.

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Sara Hoffman is a historical fiction nerd. She manages to escape many consequential obligations by keeping a book in front of her face. When she's not reading, she's a writer and teacher with over 30 years of experience.

Anette Isaacs, MA, a German-born and raised historian and public educator, has presented hundreds of programs on more than 40 different topics, all pertaining to her native country's history, politics, and culture, throughout the United States. She holds master’s degrees in American Studies, Political Science, and History and is currently serving as the Director of OLLI at Florida International University (FIU) in Miami, FL.

*Mike Jess holds degrees in Civil Engineering. Most of his career was spent as Nebraska's Director of Water Resources. Following that assignment, he was appointed Senior Lecturer in the School of Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska. After retirement, Mike participated in Nebraska's OLLI program, including teaching classes, leading several member tours, and chairing the Woodworking Special Interest Group.

Mike is an award-winning builder and a student of furniture styles, exploring how they have evolved. His woodworking journey began while serving in the Army at Fort Myers, VA. In the post-crafts shop, Mike and a friend built grandfather clocks. The Jess family still has that clock as well as dozens of hand-crafted beds, chests, tables, and other items. Pieces constructed in the Arts and Crafts style are his preference.

Ken Jessen began teaching OSHER classes in 2014 and has authored 23 books and over 2,300 articles, including his weekly column. His lectures are in demand in Loveland, Fort Collins, Windsor, Berthoud, and Red Feather Lakes. Jessen also leads historical tours and has worked for many years as an advisor for CBS Channel 4. Jessen serves on the Loveland Museum Acquisition Board and Poudre Landmarks Foundation. He holds a B.S.E.E. and an M.B.A. with postgraduate work in telecommunications.

Rabbi Hillel Katzir has taught at OLLI-Colorado State University (CSU) for ten years. He has offered classes on Judaism, the Bible, interfaith relations, the conflicts in the Middle East, and, as a former attorney, a course on the US Constitution. Rabbi Katzir is passionate about bringing people together across perceived lines of difference. He produces and hosts "Faith in Progress," a podcast that views local matters from a multi-faith perspective, and is a member of the leadership of the Har Shalom Center for Jewish Living and the Fort Collins Area Interfaith Council.

Mike Kendrick worked as a petroleum geoscientist for 33 years and retired to Fort Collins, Colorado in 2018. He loves teaching geology in the field, where he has led hikes for the Fort Collins Natural Areas Department, the Northern Colorado Geologists, and the Geologic Society of America. In September 2022, he published a geologic guidebook: Our Geologic Heritage in Colorado's Northern Front Range Foothills—A Guide to Larimer County Natural Areas. Mike is also a leader of the informal group Northern Colorado Geologists.

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Wes Kenney is currently in his 23rd season as Music Director of the Fort Collins Symphony. In May 2023, he retired after 20 years as Director of Orchestras and chair of conducting studies at Colorado State University. The previous year, he was named a University Distinguished Professor, the highest honor the university can award, and has also been given the title of Professor Emeritus. His awards include the 2007 Grand Prize Winner of the Varna (Bulgaria) International Conducting Competition, a 2020 Honored Artist from the American Prize, a winner of the American Prize for programming in 2020, a winner of the Ernst Bacon Memorial Prize for excellence in performance of American Music, and the 2020 American Prize Winner for best orchestral performance in the Professional Orchestra Division. He was previously the Associate Conductor of the Virginia Symphony and has guest conducted around the globe, including the Buffalo Philharmonic, Lviv (Ukraine) Philharmonic, Alabama Symphony, Vidin (Bulgaria) Philharmonic, Vietnam National Orchestra, and the Changwon Philharmonic.

Denise Koenigs is a retired interior designer with over 30 years of experience in residential design. She has worked on homes throughout the United States. Her specialty was renovation, but her passion was in furniture and fabrics.

*Richard Kopley has written books on Edgar Allan Poe and Nathaniel Hawthorne. His approach involves a blend of close reading, source study, and archival research. He has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Poe Studies Association and has served as a Fulbright Specialist and a Virginia Humanities Fellow. At Penn State, he was Associate Head of the English Department for the Commonwealth Campuses—later the Discipline Coordinator for English campus faculty.

*Dr. Stepanka Korytova was born in Czechoslovakia. She left her country of origin and lived in Britain, and several years later, she continued her migration journey to the United States. Her doctorate is in History. She currently teaches at CSU. She has also taught several times at the Semester at Sea program, where she directed the Global Studies course. Her favorite place to be is Fort Collins.

Dr. Sarah Kozloff received her Ph.D. from Stanford University and her B.A. from Dartmouth College. For over thirty years, she taught film history at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY, where she was awarded an endowed chair. She specialized in American film, especially classic Hollywood. Her publications include five academic books and numerous chapters and articles. Her publications—scholarly and imaginative—are listed at sarahkozloff.com. Although she lived on the East Coast for 45 years, upon retirement, she moved home to Colorado. She enjoys teaching lifelong learners, glorying in their rich viewing histories.

*Marshall Krueger is a Program Manager at the Little Free Library nonprofit organization. They help Little Free Library stewards start and sustain their booksharing boxes through resource creation, management, and assessment. They also foster community through steward meetups, webinars, and the stewards’ Facebook group. They also work to build and implement support for institutional stewards, such as public libraries, schools, nonprofits, and more. Marshall has a B.A. in Human Geography from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. When they’re not fighting book bans and analyzing steward survey results, Marshall can be found working in their garden and exploring local streams with a fly rod.

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*Sean Lamborne, KRFC program and volunteer director, began playing live music during his time at Western Michigan University. Now, in his spare time, Sean plays in a hard-hitting Americana/Rock band called The Longest Day of the Year. Sean also brings years of experience in public libraries and a master’s degree in library and information science to KRFC 88.9 FM. As an organizer, creator, trainer, the Volunteer Coordinator position allows him to do what he loves – use an entrepreneurial mindset and a nonprofit setting to help people grow personally and professionally by providing resources, connections, and ideas.

Rick Lamp received his master’s degree in computer information systems in 2013 from CSU. Since then, he has worked in the IT field as an IT Manager, performing hands-on system administration, Enterprise Resource Planning administration, custom database report creation, and coding in a multitude of programming languages. Previously, he was a Purdue Engineer and holds an MBA from CSU, where he worked in product design and development, as well as international project management.

*Bob Larson has been deeply involved in genealogy for over 25 years, serving in multiple leadership and educational roles. He has been education chair of his local genealogy society for 15 years, a class instructor for 18 years, and a webmaster for a decade. He also served as the society’s president for four years. At the state level, Bob is the current webinar chair and a past president of the CO Council of Genealogical Societies. A dedicated researcher and educator, he has shared his expertise as a regional genealogy speaker and credited instructor at Motorola. Additionally, he was executive producer of 16 half-hour genealogy TV programs for a Fort Collins cable channel and his society’s website. Larson is the author of a 210-page family history book, a current Zoom specialist, and video producer for multiple nonprofit groups. He holds degrees in electronics engineering, marketing, and an Executive MBA, as well as 20+ specialized business and international classes from Motorola University in Chicago.

Dr. Melinda Laituri is a professor emeritus of geography in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Sustainability at Colorado State University (CSU). Laituri is an honorary fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). She was the Founding Director of the Geospatial Centroid at CSU (2009), which provides support for geospatial research and teaching across the university. Laituri has conducted research and technical training in GIS and participatory mapping worldwide, working with indigenous communities and focusing on water resources and disaster management. She received her PhD from the University of Arizona in Geography (1993).

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Chloé Leisure is a poet and a community creative writing teacher in Fort Collins. She was born and raised in Marquette, Michigan. She earned her master’s in creative writing at Northern Arizona University and her MFA in Poetry at CSU. She has taught writing and literature at NAU, CSU, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, and in elementary schools’ enrichment programs. She was the co-editor of CREATE! magazine at Shepardson Elementary and the multi-genre online journal Fiction Mingle. Leisure is the author of the chapbook, The End of the World Again, a semi-finalist in the Codhill Poetry Chapbook Contest, and a finalist in the CutBank Chapbook Contest. She was the 2014 Fort Collins Poet Laureate. Her poetry has appeared in numerous publications, including the Blue Mountain Review, the Colorado Review, Matter, the Night Heron Barks, PANK, and Ross Gay & Shayla Lawson’s The Tenderness Project

Jo Locricchio is a Mindful Skills Acquisition Coach for sports performance and stress management. She holds a master’s degree in education and is a licensed school counselor (as of 2026). She holds a Mindful Teacher Certification from Mindful Schools and has completed over 300 hours of Mindful Practice and instruction. Jo is certified by the Mayo Clinic/ASU in Mindfulness, Health, and Wellness and has over 30 years of educational experience working with teens and adults as a teacher, coach, counselor, and curriculum writer. She has created mindful retreat centers for her clients. Jo believes that each person holds the answers to their challenges when they practice, creating a time gap for listening to the wisdom within.

Ann Lowry, Ph.D., is an author and teacher. Her debut novel, The Blue Trunk, is based on a true story of her “lost” ancestor and is currently a finalist for a national book award. In researching and writing her first novel, she found the process both intriguing and healing, and so her second novel, The Dragonfly Girls, is based on the life of her maternal aunt, who became a WASPS (Women's Airforce Service Pilots) during WWII.

Beyond fiction, Ann has made significant contributions to academic journals, authored opinion pieces, and crafted content for various platforms, including Writer's Digest, Women's Writers/Women's Fiction, and Girl Talk HQ. She’s been a guest on Public Radio and has been interviewed by various podcasters.

*Dr. Khursheed Mama is a professor of veterinary anesthesiology at CSU and has been a Colorado Master Gardener volunteer for over 20 years.

Carol Marander is an artist living and working in Fort Collins, Colorado. She worked as a graphic designer at Colorado State University for many years while pursuing her fine art. Carol is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America and the Colorado Watercolor Society. Her paintings have been in numerous juried exhibitions locally and nationally. She is excited about sharing her love of drawing with her students.

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*Erin Maruzzella, MBA, is the Founder of Age-Friendly Design Thinking, a pioneering initiative that elevates the human experience at the intersection of aging and design. She collaborates with CSU’s Institute for the Built Environment to advance innovative urban design in support of longevity.

As Executive Director of the Innovations in Aging Collaborative, she led policy initiatives to make Colorado more Age-Friendly and today serves as the Public Policy Chair for the Colorado Commission on Aging. Erin also advises the American Society on Aging’s Innovation and Social Impact Advisory Council and the Federal Reserve Bank on the future of aging in a digital workforce. With a background in cross-sector strategy, social entrepreneurship, and large systems architecture, Erin is an expert in designing for impact. Her work is grounded in the belief that longevity is a collective design opportunity—and that older adults must be at the center of the solutions.

*Lisa Mason is a Horticulture Specialist and Entomologist for CSU Extension.

*Peter McMahon, Ph.D., is a Research Hydrologist who recently retired from the U.S. Geological Survey after nearly 40 years of service. Pete’s studies focused on identifying processes that control the chemistry of pristine and contaminated groundwater from local to national scales. Some of the many topics he studied during his career include the effects of agriculture, oil and gas production, and “forever” chemicals on groundwater quality. Pete has presented his work to national and international scientific audiences, local, state, and federal government agencies, and the general public. He has also authored over 120 scientific journal articles, book chapters, and reports. In 2024, Pete received the U.S. Department of the Interior’s Distinguished Service Award.

Joannah Merriman, M.A., is a writer, community educator, and retired psychotherapist. Her lifelong fascination with books, music, and film continues to feed her curiosity for adventures with words, sounds, and images. She has been an Osher/OLLI instructor, teaching writing workshops and film exploration for over 15 years. Travel, extensive reading, and attendance at occasional film festivals enhance her ability to facilitate both reflective writing and film discussion courses. When she is not traveling, she lives quietly in Fort Collins with her partner, Neil Petrie and two cats, Oscar Wilde and Sappho.

*Erfan Mirhaji is a graduate student in Computer Science at CSU.

Dr. Tony Mitchell held various technical, commercial, and change management roles during his 21 years at BP before transitioning to a full-time trainer and coach. His work in Change Management led him to leave BP to help organizations explore change programs—both organizational and individual— focused on continuous improvement and realizing their full potential. Tony has 20 years of experience designing and delivering programs that help leaders, teams, and individuals improve performance and knowledge, with a focus on safety, quality, and now environmental sustainability as a volunteer with Citizens Climate Education. His education, qualifications, and certifications include a BSc in Materials Science from Imperial College London and a DPhil in Chemistry from Oxford University.

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Timmilyn Moller is an educator with degrees in Social Work, International Studies, and Humanities. She taught philosophy at Utah Valley University and Southern New Hampshire University, and taught science to students in grades 4-9 in Cincinnati, Ohio. She lives in Greeley, Colorado, with her husband.

Dr. Michael Morrison was the David Ross Boyd Professor of Physics and General Education at the University of Oklahoma (OU) until he retired in 2010. He carried out and directed physics research there and indulged in his first love, teaching. During his 40 years in the Physics Department, in addition to teaching obligatory physics classes, he taught courses on literature and film, created a workshop on writing for scientists and engineers, and developed a multi-course curriculum on Science in Contemporary Culture, for which he was awarded the 1997 Medal for Excellence in Teaching. After retirement, he abandoned physics to concentrate on his passions: cinema, literature, writing, and film music. In addition to two physics texts, he has written countless book reviews, many essays, and two books on the literature of the fantastic—the topic of a series of courses he offered in the OU OLLI program. Finally able to live somewhere he wanted to, he moved in 2017 to Fort Collins, where he resides with his husband Gordon and Tina, the world’s most adorable cat.

Terry Nolan has been studying and teaching ESSENTRICS® since 2013. Captivated by its intelligence and effectiveness, she completed the program's highest level of certification, worked with the team that revised the training manuals, and continues to add to her education. She recently attended advanced therapeutic training in NY to better understand the role of music in movement. Her teaching style is mindful and fun as she guides her classes through a complete rebalancing of the body’s muscles and joints.

Dr. Christine O’Brien (Travers) has extensive experience in integrating mind, body, and spirit as a physician, yoga instructor, and acupuncturist. She is also a centering prayer facilitator, mindfulness-based stress reduction meditation teacher, and HeartMath trainer. Christine approaches Awe and Wonder as a profound inner resource to integrate the mind, body, heart, and spirit. As the former Director of Whole Health at the Cheyenne, WY Veteran Hospital, Christine has experience with aiding the healing of traumatic brain injury, trauma, and moral injury with self-regulation practices as listed above. She believes our innate healing potential unfolds with self-regulation practices such as Awe and Wonder.

Alison O'Connor, PhD, is a professor, horticulture specialist and lead extension agent for the Larimer County Master gardener program for CSU Extension.

*Diane Odbert is a retired math, science, and literature middle school teacher. With over 22 years of experience at the whiteboard, as well as specific instruction in note-taking, Diane has inspired hundreds of students to enhance their notetaking skills by adding time, energy, color, and lettering. Diane began this journey during her own middle school days when her engineering father taught her block lettering. Consequently, she was the first girl to sign up for the drafting class in her middle school in 1973. Working in schools, someone once told her, "Let the computer do it." Diane has rebelled ever since, taking pen and brush to paper, poster board, walls, and letters to express her own style.

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Devin Odell is a retired state court judge who regularly presided over criminal jury trials in Fort Collins. He is currently working on his own novel featuring a murder trial.

Dr. John Olienyk earned his Ph.D. in economics at Colorado State University. Subsequently, he served for 37 years as a faculty member there, first in the Department of Economics, then in the Department of Finance and Real Estate, specializing in international finance. He taught in MBA programs in France and Russia and in an undergraduate program in Vietnam. He also participated in a US government-sponsored faculty development program in which he served as a trainer and mentor for young business and economics professors in universities in Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Russia over a period of twelve years. He has traveled extensively throughout Ukraine and maintains relationships with many of his university contacts there.

Sarah Olson has spent the past two decades studying and teaching American literature. Originally from the Midwest, Sarah has her B.A. in English Literature from Northwestern University, her MA in English Literature from Middlebury’s Bread Loaf School of English, and an MFA in Creative Writing from Colorado State University. She has taught literature and writing to all ages, from first graders to high school boarding students, to college students at CSU. She loves to create a space where students can wonder and tinker and think, no matter their age. Currently at work on a novel, Sarah lives in Fort Collins with her husband and three young children.

Joseph Osmann is a retired art professor who has taught studio art and art history for forty years. He is an active acrylic painter whose approach emphasizes the creative process from idea development to the finished painting. Instruction is student-centered and interactive.

James Pagliasotti, at age 23, became the first rock music critic and columnist for The Denver Post, where he produced a twice-weekly column and regular articles about music and the counterculture from 1968-74. His work appeared in Rolling Stone magazine and various other publications. He also did shows as a deejay at KRNW-FM radio in Boulder and at KFML AM & FM in Denver. He is the author of three books, a bi-monthly newsletter, and a blog, jamespagliasotti. substack.com, and is the creator of Radical Radio: FREEFORM Radio Archive (www.radicalradio.media).

*Vincent Parker hails from the Los Angeles area, he has always had a love for literature and writing. His degrees include an AA from Cypress College, a BA in Literature with a minor in philosophy from Cal State Chico, an MA in American Literature from CSU Long Beach, and a teacher's credential from CSU Los Angeles. He taught high school English full time for thirty-seven years, including stints in Los Angeles, Paris, France, and Hollister, CA. He also taught college part-time for twenty-seven years, including stints in Orange, Santa Cruz, and Santa Clara counties. His love for John Steinbeck really formed and grew when he lived in "Steinbeck Country" for nineteen years. He read and taught at the college level, all twenty-eight of Steinbeck’s books, and each semester, he would give a tour of the National Steinbeck Center in Salinas.

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Veronica Patterson's poetry collections include How to Make a Terrarium (CSU Poetry Center, 1987); Swan, What Shores? (NYU Poetry Prize, 2000), Thresh & Hold (Gell Prize, 2009), & it had rained (CW Books, 2013), Sudden White Fan (Cherry Grove, 2018), and two chapbooks: This Is the Strange Part (2002) and Maneuvers: Battle of the Little Bighorn Poems (2013). Patterson graduated from Cornell University (Phi Beta Kappa), the University of Michigan, the University of Northern Colorado, and Warren Wilson (MFA Poetry). She was Loveland, Colorado’s first Poet Laureate, serving from 2019 through 2022.

*Betsy Perna has volunteered for KRFC 88.9 FM in Public Affairs for about twenty years. She holds a master’s degree in technical journalism from Colorado State University (CSU).

Rob Pickett, after ten years of writing Environmental Impact Statements for the EPA, spent the next twenty years at the US Naval Academy as supervisor of the greenhouses and gardeners. He has spent his adult life leading natural history hikes for various organizations in the Washington, DC area, including Shenandoah National Park. Having moved to Fort Collins in 2019, he now leads hikes for the cities of Fort Collins and Loveland, Larimer County, and the Northern Colorado Native Plant Society.

Sally Purath earned a B.A. in Social Sciences and an M.Ed. at Colorado State University. For 26 years, she taught humanities, history, and language arts to 12th graders in Colorado, specializing in the history and humanities of India, China, Japan, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America. She also taught Russian, World, and U.S. history and philosophy in the International Baccalaureate program. Sally has taught OLLI courses since 2009 at Colorado State and Duke University.

Patty Pyrz has been an artist since childhood and has over 25 years of teaching experience, working with students aged 6 to 80. She is a relative newcomer to Fort Collins, having previously taught for OLLI at the University of Illinois. While in Illinois, she also taught art workshops and classes for the Springer Cultural Center, Parkland Community College, Clark Lindsey Retirement Community, and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign’s campus.

Karen Ramsay, a celebrated Colorado watercolor artist, devotes her time to capturing the beautiful landscapes and urban scenes around her and teaching students the techniques and joys of her favorite medium. Karen is a Colorado Institute of Art graduate. From an early age, she loved drawing and painting. Her parents and other artists encouraged her to pursue this passion. She has been featured in the Big Sky Journal as an "Artist of the West.” Other accolades include Paint The Poudre: People's Choice Award, Wild About Colorado: Best of Show, and Colorado Watercolor Society: Member Show Award. Karen is passionate about teaching and sharing her love for sketching and watercolor. Her classes and workshops are held locally, in the Rocky Mountain region, and internationally.

Meet the Instructors

Kate Lyn Reiter is an MFA graduate of the YALE School of Drama. She has written and performed award-winning character comedy and stand-up comedy in the New York City area for several years. She has been a comedy speaker at various health & wellness events. An Award-Winning Public Speaker, she brings a lighthearted touch to every class. She has taught English Composition, Literature, and Theatre at Centenary College and Warren County Community College in New Jersey. She continues to give engaging keynotes to local groups on Bringing Humor to Life and teaches Comedy Workshops focused on “turning adversity into an asset.” In her spare time, you can catch her acting at Bas Bleu Theatre in Fort Collins or doing Agility Sports with her Golden Retriever, Poppins.

Jack Rogers has worked in the performing arts for over 24 years. During that time, he has been an artist, an advocate, a tour manager, a festival producer, a venue director, and has worn countless other hats. Jack received his BFA in Acting with a minor in dance and a concentration in music from Long Island University at CW Post. He received multiple awards for his performance work, both professionally and academically. He received his Master of Public Administration (MPA) in Nonprofit Management from Georgia State University. Jack’s interests include multi-disciplinary collaboration, event management, safety and security, advocacy, and performing arts programming. Jack is a member of Actor’s Equity of America, Americans for the Arts, the International Association of Venue Managers, and the Western Arts Alliance. Jack currently serves as an Artistic Consultant to the Newman Center at the University of Denver and as associate faculty for the Arts Management program at Colorado State University.

Katherine Robinson majored in psychology and anthropology at the University of Vermont. She has also done graduate training in mental health counseling and is certified by the McLean Meditation Institute (AZ), Yoga Body for breath work, and the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation as a Brain Longevity Therapist. Her passions are teaching meditation and breath work and, finding ways to activate the brain to calm the body, exploring the healing vibrations of sound, and motivating and inspiring others to be the best that they can be.

Dr. Jim Rose is a retired architect, former professor, and college administrator. He taught courses in architectural engineering, architectural history, and architectural design. He directed a graduate program in historic preservation and conducted research in architectural conservation. He completed a sabbatical in Rome as the US delegate to the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM). A second sabbatical was spent teaching a course in Italian Renaissance architecture at the Loyola University of Chicago Rome Center.

Nina Rubin is a retired Clinical Social Worker. She has been a Jewish educator for more than 40 years, teaching nationally on topics of Women's Torah, spiritual practice, and Jewish death practice for over 30 years. Nina has lived in Fort Collins for 43 years, working in medical social work and interfaith initiatives.

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*Dr. Richard Sax earned his BA from Haverford College and his MA and PhD degrees from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Since 1982, he has taught approximately 300 sections of nearly 50 different courses in English, History, Teacher Education, and Interdisciplinary Humanities, twice earning campuswide Outstanding Teacher awards. Dr. Sax has served multiple times as an academic dean (Dean of Arts & Humanities at Madonna University; Interim Dean of Arts & Sciences at Long Island University; Interim Dean of Arts & Sciences at the University of Texas-Permian Basin) and as a chief academic officer (Provost & VPAA at Lake Erie College; Campus Dean & CAO at the University of New Mexico-Valencia; Provost & VPAA at the University of Rio Grande & Rio Grande CC: Interim VPAA at Montcalm Community 5 College).

*Ren Scherling is a second-generation licensed funeral director and embalmer, currently serving as Preparation Supervisor at Denver’s Personal Care Center for SCI. With licenses in KS, WY, and soon to be in CO, he has served in various aspects of funeral service. From growing up in Simmons Mortuary in Smith Center, KS, to attending and graduating from Jefferson State Community College in Birmingham, AL with a degree in Funeral Service Education while serving a funeral directing and embalming apprenticeship in Knoxville, TN, to working in Boulder County and taking care of his mother after she passed in late 2018, to working in Wichita, KS during COVID, to GM positions in Cheyenne, WY and Fort Collins, CO, before serving over 4000 loved ones in a year in his current position in Wheat Ridge, CO. He lives in Denver, CO with his beautiful wife, two kids, and dog Charlie.

*Kathleen Schmidt has been an active leader with the League of Women Voters of Larimer County since 2017. She co-chairs the Election Reform: Making Democracy Work (ER MDW) team, which focuses on strengthening local democracy. From 2018 to 2020, ER MDW and Represent Fort Collins successfully advocated for campaign finance reforms, including “paid for by” disclaimers, limits on donations from LLCs, caps on independent expenditures, and elimination of anonymous contributions under $20.

In 2020, Colorado Common Cause honored the League of Women Voters of Larimer County with its Champions for Democracy award, recognizing efforts to advance core democratic values. In 2022, the ER MDW team and Represent Fort Collins led a successful ballot initiative to adopt Ranked Choice Voting for Fort Collins municipal elections. The League supports ranked voting as a way to strengthen election integrity by ensuring winners earn a simple majority of voter support.

Sue Schneider, Ph.D., is a medical anthropologist, integrative health coach, and certified mindfulness instructor. She currently directs CSU Extension’s Health and Well-being Unit and supports community health initiatives across Colorado as an Extension Professor and State Health Specialist with CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension

Meet the Instructors

Margaret Sharkoffmadrid currently teaches Art History at the Colorado Community College Consortium at Front Range Community College. She also works with the College Board’s Advanced Placement Art History Audit. She previously taught various courses in Art Studio, Art Education, Teacher Professional Development, and Art History at John Cabot University in Rome, Italy; Marymount University in Arlington, VA; Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), VA; University of Northern Colorado (UNC); Colorado State University (CSU); and Poudre School District (PSD). Margaret has served on Faculty Advisory Panels at the Denver Art Museum, the Corcoran Gallery of Art, and the National Gallery of Art. She has traveled with high school, college, and adult students to study art in Italy, Greece, France, Great Britain, Brazil, and Mozambique. Margaret has been an OLLI Instructor since 2018.

Tetiana Sherman is a professional chef from Ukraine who arrived in Colorado in June 2022. She was the owner of a successful culinary school in Kyiv, Ukraine. Tetiana brought her knowledge, experience, and passion for culinary to Colorado, where she founded Culinary Discovery to instruct clients how to prepare simple yet delicious and nutritious meals in the comfort of their own kitchens. Her refugee story was featured on Colorado Public Radio, Voice of America, and the Coloradoan. Her recipe for traditional Ukrainian Vareniki was published in Cocina Libre: Immigrant Resistance Refugees. In addition to her professional life, Tetiana is an official representative and active member of Ukrainians of Colorado and a distinguished speaker for the Colorado Refugee Speakers Bureau. She is actively involved in multiple fundraising activities to support her beloved Ukraine. Tetiana is married and resides with her family in Timnath, Colorado.

Jay Sherwin is a writer and consultant who has been watching, studying, and enjoying Hitchcock films for decades. He created a walking tour of Alfred Hitchcock’s San Francisco that attracts fans from around the world and teaches courses on Hitchcock for adult learning programs nationwide.

*Kelsey Sikes is a graduate student in Computer Science at CSU.

Deborah Singer has been playing guitar since The Beatles first performed in the US in 1964. She specializes in folk/rock repertoire of the '50s, '60s, and '70s, as well as classical guitar technique. A lifelong learner, Deb holds master’s degrees in music theory and social work and bachelor’s degrees in religious studies, French, and dance. She loves teaching and works with preschoolers through senior adults using guitar as a medium for learning and community building.

*Vicki Siska designed and implemented wide-ranging programs for learners of all ages, for over twenty years, with a particular emphasis on adult enrichment. Vicki graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a BA in English, Sociology, and Religious Studies. Additionally, she has completed graduate work in English at the University of Massachusetts and in the Humanities at Salve Regina University in Newport, Rhode Island. Insatiably curious about the world, Vicki believes in constantly continuing her education. She also spends a great deal of time writing essays and poetry, volunteering at the Lincoln Center, working in her garden, listening to music, attending live performances, and last but never least, spending treasured time with her children, grandchildren, and friends.

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Dr. Stephenie Slahor designs engaging OLLI courses for universities across the country, focusing on natural science and places with rich history and heritage.

*Drew Sorrells is an interior designer, color expert, and advocate for sustainable, inclusive design. With over four decades of experience, Drew leads Adue Interiors, a firm focused on creating sustainable, lifelong places for residential and commercial clients. She is a LEED Green Associate and Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS), and co-chairs the Action Advisory Team (AAT) for Lifelong Homes and Communities through the Institute for the Built Environment (IBE) at CSU. In this role, she works with developers, builders, and city leaders to shape environments where people of all ages and abilities can thrive. Drew is also President of LAUNCH Longmont Housing, where she champions well-planned, attainable neighborhoods. Whether guiding design strategy or influencing housing policy, Drew brings a deep commitment to wellness, equity, and beauty in the built environment.

*Dr. Sarath Sreedharan is an assistant professor of computer science at CSU. His primary research interests include challenges in human-aware planning and planning with incomplete model-knowledge.

*Doug Stowell is a consumer and political polling veteran in both the U.S. and EU markets. His career includes serving as Market Research Director for Xerox Corp., U.S. Clients Director for the U.K. firm NOP, Ltd. in London, and Senior Polling Executive at Wirthlin Worldwide in Washington, D.C. He founded Market Resource Associates in 2008 and continues to conduct opinion research on global issues to this day. He is a member of the Furman University Osher Lifelong Learning Group in Greenville, SC, and conducts ZOOM programs for more than 80 organizations worldwide. All programs are FOCUS Group tested before use.

Dr. Elaine Stratton Hild has worked professionally with medieval music for 12 years (and counting) as an editor with Corpus monodicum, a long-term research and publication project housed at the Universität Würzburg (Germany). Her research on medieval chant and its notation has been supported by the University of Notre Dame Institute for Advanced Study, the DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst), and the Fulbright Foundation. Dr. Hild’s most recent book recovers the music sung for the dying during the Middle Ages: Music in Medieval Rituals for the End of Life (Oxford University Press, 2024). Through her small business, Palliative Music, Elaine regularly leaves the academic tower and offers soothing music to people experiencing end-of-life care in the Fort Collins area.

*Stephanie Thomas, PharmD, NTP, CGP, is a former pharmacist who has transitioned into holistic health and nutrition coaching, driven by a deep passion for exploring the gut-mind-body connection and the quantum aspects of healing. Her experience in the pharmaceutical industry revealed the limitations of conventional medicine in managing chronic illness, prompting her to adopt a more holistic approach that addresses root causes and fosters self-healing. Dedicated to empowering individuals to take charge of their health, Stephanie helps clients tap into and support the body’s innate healing wisdom. As a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, certified GAPS practitioner, and 400-hour trained yoga instructor, she integrates nutrition, gut and microbiome health, detoxification, breathwork, and mindfulness to guide clients in reconnecting with holistic health and achieving sustainable wellness.

Meet the Instructors

*Dr. William M. Timpson has been a professor in the School of Education at Colorado State University. After receiving his bachelor’s degree in American history from Harvard University, he taught in the inner city of Cleveland, Ohio, before completing his Ph.D. in educational psychology at the University of WisconsinMadison. His career work has focused on teaching complex and, more specifically, difficult topics, i.e., peace and reconciliation, sustainability, and diversity. Along with numerous articles, chapters, and grants, he has written or co-authored twenty books, original titles as well as new editions. From 1981-1984 he used a Kellogg National Fellowship to explore international conflicts. He has also served as a Fulbright Specialist/Scholar in peace and reconciliation studies in Northern Ireland(2006), Burundi, East Africa (2011) and South Korea (2014). His work includes Rotary International Global Grants. He has also visited areas of conflict in IsraelPalestine (2017), Ukraine-Russia (2019) and the U.S.-Mexican border (2019).

*Steve VanderMeer has spent over 40 years working in and around public and private nonprofit organizations. This includes working in both public and private nonprofit organizations, serving as a board member and board chair on several nonprofits, and consulting for dozens of nonprofits nationwide. Steve is the author of three publications, including The Policymakers Handbook: A Nuts-andBolts Guide to Governance in Public Power. He has lived in Fort Collins for over 35 years. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Michigan and a master’s in public administration from the University of Pennsylvania.

Eli Vega is a highly published, award-winning photographer and author. He has published two books on photography. He has taught photography for thirty years, including field workshops in Rocky Mountain National Park and classes for OLLI throughout the country. He is a certified facilitator and makes his classes and workshops casual, engaging, and fun. He has presented to camera and art groups for twenty years and has served as a judge for two national photography competitions. Having studied art for three years, Eli takes an artistic approach to photography, emphasizing the creative aesthetics side of photography.

*Mike Viney completed a 30-year career teaching science in Poudre School District in 2017 and now works at the College of Natural Sciences Education and Outreach Center at CSU. He is the creator and webmaster for the Virtual Petrified Wood Museum and the Virtual Apple Parer Museum. Viney edits the International Society of Apple Pear Enthusiasts newsletter and The Civil War Diary of Frederick R. Baker, while publishing articles related to Colorado History.

*Richard Waal has over 40 years of experience in the technology industry, working for organizations ranging from innovative startups to Fortune 500 giants. His professional journey has provided him with unique insights into both the technical and business realms, enabling him to effectively bridge the gap between engineers and business leaders.

Paula Watson-Lakamp, a northern Colorado native, holds a degree from CSU in Fine Art with an emphasis in Graphic Design and Art Education. She has had a long career with local government agencies as a designer and creative director and started a second career as a professional artist and art educator seven years ago. She paints and teaches out of her studio near Wellington and has had various group and solo exhibitions of her oil, watercolor, and acrylic paintings. Paula believes everyone has a creative spark and rekindling it is her mission.

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Dr. Abigayil Wernsman is an emerging scholar who recently received her PhD in Literary Arts from the University of Denver, with a focus on early medieval literature. While there, she studied Old English, early medieval Latin literature, and early English pedagogy. She earned her MA in Victorian literature from the University of Northern Colorado, with a focus on the Brontë sisters, and completed her BA in Victorian literature at Colorado State University (CSU). She has taught various British literature courses, poetry and writing classes, as well as Old English language classes. She is writing and researching a book project on Beowulf and academic translation, as well as several side projects. She currently lives in Loveland with her husband and their fat little dog.

Dr. Richard Wilshusen has worked as an archaeologist/anthropologist for most of his adult life. He began as a field archaeologist and did anthropological fieldwork as a graduate student. Throughout his professional career, he has held roles as research director, instructor, curator, and administrator. He has worked with universities, cultural resource management firms, museums, state and federal governments, and tribes. Wilshusen has been an OLLI instructor since the spring of 2021. The OLLI format and students remind him of the best graduate classes he taught.

Dr. Tamara Yakaboski, a former social scientist, researcher, and tenured professor, channels her expertise as a resilience coach and organizational consultant. Combining her academic background with a passion for environmental stewardship, Tamara enriches her work with diverse experiences—as a Colorado Master Gardener, beekeeper, mother, somatic practitioner, and meditation and yoga instructor. With a deep understanding of the human-nature connection, Tamara crafted the Embodied Climate Action program, rooted in neuroscience, somatic, and eco-psychology to offer transformative insights into climate health and resilience. She empowers educators, leaders, and changemakers to navigate complex climate-related emotions and foster climate-forward thinking leadership. Her climate grief and eco-psychology workshops provide invaluable guidance in an era of environmental uncertainty. She publishes a weekly Awaken Resilience newsletter and climate-centric gardening articles for the Denver Post. Learn more at www.tamarayakaboski.com.

*Dr. Craig Zabel retired in December 2024, after 39 years of teaching art and architectural history at Penn State. He was Head of the Department of Art History for 21 years and received the Penn State Teaching Fellow Award and the Penn State Graduate Program Chair Leadership Award. Frank Lloyd Wright has been one of Dr. Zabel’s research and teaching interests throughout his career. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

*Dr. Jill Zarestky is an associate professor and associate director of the CSU School of Education and collaborates with colleagues across Colorado State University. She is also an affiliate faculty member in the CSU Department of Mathematics and School of Global Environmental Sustainability Education.

Donor Honor Roll

OLLI at CSU thanks the many members, instructors, and CSU community partners who generously contributed time, talents, and treasures to our program in AY 24-25. We also appreciate the many thoughtful contributors who provided valuable support to help our community of learners grow and flourish.

= In Memory of = In Memory of Nancy Hansford

Richard Alper

Kat Herrod

Elaine and Tom Andersen

Henry and Shirley Aoto

Judith Aranow

Dr. Nina Azari

Joel Bacon

Sarah Bennett

Stephen and Victoria Benson

Beverly and James Bert

Ann and John Blair Jr.

Chris and Suzanne Blakeslee

Kathleen and Marvin Boeding

Brian and Carol Booth

James Boyd

Susan Brand

Julie Braswell

Suzanne Canson

Dr. David Caputo

Alice Caputo

Sandra Cardillo

Dr. Marlin Clark

Jim Collinson

Madeleine Collinson

Dr. William Cornell

Pattie Cowell

Whitney Cranshaw

Dr. James Danforth III

Linda Danforth

Jean Darst

Jerry Dauth

Barbara Elkin

Frank and Sylvia Ethridge

David Fanning

Dr. Rich Feller

Richard Ferguson

Dominick and Jan Gianola

James Giffin

Jacquelyn Ginty

Alyssa Golinvaux

Kari Gomez-Smith

John and Vicky Green

Sandra and Richard Hall

Jenny Hansford

Karen Heckman

Charles Heinzmann

Nancy Heinzmann

Thomas and Lani Hickman

Alan and Tamyra Hill

L Stuart Hirai

Dr. Bob and Barbara Hoel

Dr. Robert Hoffert

Sara Hoffman

Jane Hoover

Horse & Dragon Brewing Co.

Dianne Hughes

Lois Jensen

Susan Jones

Emily Joyce

Pamela Kane

Carol and Russell Kates

Mike and Shirley Kendrick

Dru and Tom Kepler

Tom Kleckner

Dennis Lamb

Rick Lamp

Jane and Robert Lewis

Mark and Susan Liebig

Marilyn Lines

Charlene and Ross Loomis

Jim Lucas

Holly Manley

SueEllen Markey

Judith McArthur

Edward McConnaughey

Jerry and Jo McDonnell

Eileen and Ronald McGhie

Joannah Merriman

Robert Michael

Timmilyn Moller

Kathleen and Tim Monty

Sharon and Stephen Moritz

Harry Mueller III

Randy Myers

Meredith Naughton

Terry Nolan

Dr. Christine Obrien

Devin Odell

Dr. John Olienyk

Don and Penny Oliver

Scott Omdahl

The Bernard Osher Foundation

Joel and Sue Ott

Veronica Patterson

Connie Pfeiffenberger

John Pfeiffenberger

Sherry Pmering

Jim and Jocelyn Pring

Lynette Reiling

James Robb

Steve and Susie Robinson

Jim Rose

Thea and Travis Rounsaville

Nina Rubin

Anndevoy Ryan

Roger Rybicka

Judy Sayre Grim

Eileen Scholl

Cheryl Schutz

Carol Seemueller

Earl and Lisbeth Sethre

Dan and Tamara Shirk

Pat Skrentny-Lamb

Barb and Jim Slattenow

Bill Smith

Hal Smith

Dr. Cathy Stawarski

Calvin and Mary Strom

Dorris Taylor

Felice Thorson-Boudreaux

Jerry Thorson-Boudreaux

Kathleen and Gary Turner

Carole Tuttle

Dr. Don and Karen Unger

George and Mary Ver Straeten

Cindi and David Way

Dr. Henry Weisser

Robin Welsh

B. James Whitenight

Nicole Whitenight

Dr. Arietta Wiedmann

Kay Williams

Richard Wilshusen

Kay Wood

Jeff Wright

Debi Wurdack

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