OLLI @ Furman Spring 2025

WELCOME to the Spring Term at

OLLI!

Here at OLLI, our curriculum team works far in advance to meet deadlines for brochure design and printing. So that means we are often “in” several terms at once. As I write this, we are in make-up week for the fall term, the winter brochure has just hit mailboxes, and we are preparing spring brochure information to go to the graphic designer. The joke in the office is that, at this time of year, we don’t really know what term we are in.

What I do know is that the courses available to you this spring are good ones, including 40 brand-new courses, 9 brand-new instructors, a few old favorites, and classes that, while officially repeats, are new every term.

Surveys tell us that history is consistently the favorite course topic among our members. In addition to some returning courses, we have 11 brand-new history courses, covering America’s highways, the Battle of the Bulge, and even the history of bourbon. But, if history isn’t your thing, you’ll find many more great options among the 103 courses offered this spring, and I hope you’ll register and join us for another season of lifelong learning.

If you don’t want a full course, don’t forget our Friday Bonus Events. There are some old favorites back by popular demand but also 16 never-before presented at OLLI, covering a wide range of topics like rock & roll, solar power, Madagascar and floral design. And there are other ways to enjoy OLLI, including our Tuesday Lunch and Learns, social events, OLLI travel, and Special Interest Groups.

However you choose to participate, I look forward to seeing you this spring at OLLI!

Nancy Kennedy Director, OLLI@Furman University

Important Dates for 2025

February 18 .......... Spring Term Registration for course package owners

February 20 ......... Spring Term Registration for single course purchases

March 10 .............. Last day of Winter term classes

March 20 .............. Back to Class Reception

March 24 .............. First Day of Spring Term classes

April 18................. No class, Good Friday

May 16.................. Last day of Spring Term classes

May 20 ................. OLLI Spring Luncheon

June 2................... First day of Summer Term classes

June 19 ................. No class, Juneteenth

June 27................. Last day of Summer Term classes

Best Way to Register

1. ONLINE: Go to furman.edu/olli and click on the Registration link. (If you are new to OLLI, create a new account.) Your user name may be your firstname.lastname or one you created. Type in your user name and password to access your account. Click on Forgot Password to create a new one and access your account. (credit card only)

2. IN PERSON: On registration day, go to the OLLI Office on the Furman campus, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville. The OLLI office is located in the Herring Center for Continuing Education. You will be registered immediately. (cash or check only)

3. BY MAIL: Send your completed registration with payment (check made out to Furman University) to OLLI @ Furman, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613. (check only)

Forms that are mailed in or dropped off will be processed after all walk-in customers are assisted.

Membership Fees

To participate in any OLLI course, trip, or event, you must first join OLLI@Furman for the academic year. This $65 fee covers coffee, parking, lifeguards, and other incidental fees incurred by the program during the year. It also allows members to register for courses and Friday bonus events, as well as enjoy OLLI travel and social events and receive the OLLI newsletter. Once you have joined, you then have a choice of purchasing individual courses or a package of courses at a lower per-course cost that can be used over the three terms of the academic year (Sept.-May).

4-week courses $35

5-to-8-week courses $55

6 courses annually .............. $250

9 courses annually $330 15 courses annually $495

Courses at a glance Spring 2025

Art

ART101 Acting & Performing (Th, 1:30 p.m.)

ART110 Ceramics 101 (M, 10:45 a.m.)

ART111 Intermediate Acrylic Painting (M, 1:00 p.m.)

ART112 It's a Mystery (Th, 1:30 p.m.)

ART113 The Play's the Thing (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

ART114 Art and Architecture of Ancient America (W, 10:45 a.m.)

ART115 Improv 101 (Tu, 1:30 p.m.)

Current Events and Business

CEB1707 Retirement Wealth Management (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

CEB1762 Learn, Forrest, Learn (W, 1:30 p.m.)

CEB1782 Advocating with Local Government (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

CEB1791 Preserve Your Wealth and Your Legacy (M, 10:45 a.m.)

CEB1792 How Tax Planning Changes Through Retirement (Th, 1:30 p.m.)

Computers & Technology

CPT316 AI for use in Art and Literature (Tu, 9:00 a.m.)

Health, Fitness & Exercise

HFE501 Monday's Intermediate Hiking (M, 8:30 a.m.)

HFE503 The Rock Stars (F, 8:00 a.m.)

HFE504 Anthony's Intermediate Hiking (F, 8:30 a.m.)

HFE509 Talk and Walk (Tu, 9:00 a.m.)

HFE510 Peter's Slow Hiking (Th, 9:00 a.m.)

HFE513 High Country Hikers (M, 8:30 a.m.)

HFE515 Aquacize (Tu, Th, 8:50 a.m.)

HFE519 International Folk & Line Dance Favorites (W, 10:45 a.m.)

HFE527 Yoga Therapy (M, 12:00 p.m.)

HFE562 Yoga for the Optimal You (M, 1:30 p.m.)

HFE581 Pickleball I (F, 10:45 a.m.)

HFE589 Let's Get Stronger! (Tu, 9:00 a.m.)

HFE613 Supported Yoga (Beginner Friendly) (F, 8:30 a.m.)

HFE622 Resistance Band Training for Women (M, 10:45 a.m.)

HFE623 Intermediate Pickleball (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

HFE624 Foundations of Self-Healing (Th, 1:30 p.m.)

HFE625 International Folk Dance-Bal Folk (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

HFE626 Intro to Country Dancing (M, 10:45 a.m.)

History & Politics

HIS1715 1715: Kings, Philosophes, & Pirates (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

HIS624 American Revolution & the French (Th, 1:30 p.m.)

HIS629 Post Cold War Espionage (M, 1:30 p.m.)

HIS681 Curiosity Cured (W, 1:30 p.m.)

HIS630 Last Week's News (Th, 1:30 p.m.)

HIS685 Interesting Characters in History (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

HIS691 Ancient Greek Thought (M, 9:00 a.m.)

HIS698 SC in the 20th Century (Th, 1:30 p.m.)

HIS722 The Story of the Jewish People (W, 1:00 p.m.)

HIS962 America's Highways (M, 10:45 a.m.)

HIS963 Southern Campaign in the American Revolution (Tu, 9:00 a.m.)

HIS964 A Portrait of the World Before the Great War (Tu, 9:00 a.m.)

HIS965 The 60s (Tu, 1:30 p.m.)

HIS966 The Ohioans (Tu, 1:30 p.m.)

HIS967 Battle of the Bulge (W, 10:45 a.m.)

HIS968 Bourbon: America's Native Spirit (Th, 11:00 a.m.)

HIS969 Aircraft Carriers, Then and Now (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

Languages

LAN741 Italian for Travelers (W, 9:00 a.m.)

LAN770 Destinos V (W, 10:45 a.m.)

LAN792 Biblical Hebrew III (M, 1:30 p.m.)

LAN802 Let's Speak More Italian (W, 10:45 a.m.)

LAN804 Fun with Simple French (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

LAN807 German IV (F, 9:00 a.m.)

Literature

LIT100a Let's Read and Talk (Tu, 9:00 a.m.)

LIT100b Let's Read and Talk (Tu, 9:00 a.m.)

LIT105 Write Life (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

LIT109a Experienced Writers (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

LIT109b Experienced Writers (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

LIT116 The American Short Story (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

LIT117 Timeless Tale of Forbidden Love (Th, 1:30 p.m.)

LIT118 The Otherness of American Poetry (M, 1:30 p.m.)

Music

MUS208 Sigal Music Museum Series (W, 9:00 a.m.)

MUS210 Music's Hidden Language (Th, 9:00 a.m.)

MUS211 Forever Young: Dylan in the 21st Century (W, 10:45 a.m.)

MUS213 Philosophy of Modern Song (M, 1:30 p.m.)

MUS303 Guitar III (Tu, 9:00 a.m.)

Practical Arts & Hobbies

PAH800 Woodcarving 101 (W, 9:00 a.m.)

PAH801a Chinese Home Cooking (M, 10:45 a.m.)

PAH801b Chinese Home Cooking (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

PAH834 Woodcarving 201 (W, 1:00 p.m.)

PAH864 Advanced Beginners Bridge (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

PAH889 Intermediate Bridge Part II (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

PAH893a Zentangle Delights (M, 1:30 p.m.)

PAH893b Zentangle Delights (W, 1:30 p.m.)

PAH906 American-Style Mah Jongg (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

PAH954 Crafting for Missions (M, 10:45 a.m.)

PAH955 Knitting with Color (Tu, 10:45 a.m.)

PAH956 Let's Knit Some Baskets (Tu, 1:30 p.m.)

PAH957 Introduction to Quilling (Tu, 1:30 p.m.)

PAH959 Flat Pattern Method Design II (Tu, 1:30 p.m.)

PAH960 Amazing Botanists and Captivating Camellias (W, 1:30 p.m.)

Photography

PHO1632 Macro and Close Up Basics (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

PHO1651 The Latent Image (W, 9:00 a.m.)

PHO1702 You Are What You Shoot (W, 10:45 a.m.)

PHO1706 Intro to Astrophotography (Th, 1:30 p.m.)

PHO1714 Family Photography for Grandparents (Tu, 1:30 p.m.)

PHO1716 Spring Shooting in Public Gardens (Th, 9:00 a.m.)

Psychology & Personal Growth

PPG1320 The Psychology of Poverty (M, 1:30 p.m.)

PPG1385 Dementia Dialogues (W, 9:00 a.m.)

PPG1403 Grandparenting (W, 10:45 a.m.)

PPG1407 All About Grief (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

Religion & Philosophy

RPH1011 The Old Testament (M, 10:45 a.m.)

RPH903 Hebrew Prophets (M, 10:45 a.m.)

RPH927 Foundations of Jewish Ethics (M, 9:00 a.m.)

Science & Math

SNM1000 Forensic Meteorology (F, 10:45 a.m.)

SNM1086 The Gift of Dogs (M, 10:45 a.m.)

SNM1105 Aircraft Weight and Balance (Tu, 9:00 a.m.)

SNM1106 History of Submarine Development (Th, 9:00 a.m.)

SNM1110 Science of Fantasy (W, 10:45 a.m.)

SNM1111 RNA: The Molecule of Life (W, 10:45 a.m.)

SNM1113 Interesting Science and Scientists (Th, 10:45 a.m.)

Consider joining the following Zoom course that is offered in partnership with OLLI @ NC State University. HIS968 Bourbon: America's Native Spirit Thursday, 11:00 a.m.

OLLI Council

Executive Council

PRESIDENT

Kathy Roed

VP & PRESIDENT- ELECT

Doug Dorman

VP OF ADMINISTRATION

Al Wargo

AT LARGE

Kenneth Baxter

John Bissell

Betsy Forbush

Gayl Glover

George Hammond

Ron Tullis

Committee Chairs

CURRICULUM

Yvonne Matthews

Tony Caruso

INSTRUCTOR SUPPORT

Lynn Duncan & David Kostyal

ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE

Al Wargo

LONG - RANGE PLANNING

Grady Jordan

OLLILIFE

Jean Hess

OUTREACH

(To be determined)

SOCIAL

Patti Wargo

TRAVEL

Sonya Hammond

VOLUNTEERS

Gayle Brown

Course Descriptions

Monday

HFE501 Monday’s Intermediate Hiking

Monday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Herring Center, Parking Lot (front of Timmons) (HPL), IP

Spring is a great time to go hiking! We will typically hike 5–10 miles on moderate to strenuous trails. Wear hiking boots or sturdy shoes, and dress in layers appropriate for the weather. We normally meet in the parking lot to the right of Timmons Arena in time to form carpools and leave by 8:30 a.m. However, depending on weather or travel distance we may elect to depart sooner or from a different location. We will share the cost of gas. Bring plenty of water and lunch. Please clear this physical activity with your doctor.

Jess Greer and Meir Peretz enjoy the outdoors and will lead this course.

HFE513 High Country Hikers

Monday, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Herring Center, Parking Lot (front of Timmons), IP

High Country Hikers is an Intermediate hiking group exploring the mountain trails of Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina. Hikes will be 5-8 miles with up to 1800 feet of elevation and range from moderate to strenuous. Please clear this physical activity with your physician. Bring water, your lunch, hiking gear and hiking boots. We meet in the parking lot next to Timmons Arena and will typically leave at 8:30 a.m. Depending on weather and travel distance we may elect to depart sooner or from a different location. We carpool and share the cost of gas.

Steve Davis and Jimmy Vissage enjoy hiking and will lead this course.

HIS691 Ancient

Greek Thought into Arabic Culture

Monday 9-10:30 a.m., Meets online, Z

This course aims at presenting the influence of ancient Greek thought in the formation of Arabic sciences and culture and in turn its contribution to the emergence of western scientific thought. We will begin with a brief account of the Greek paideia, places of learning, forms of schools and intellectual circles in Antiquity and Late Antiquity. Then, we will look into the expansion of the Greek paideia into the cities founded in the Middle East during the Hellenistic and Roman period. Next, we explore the major social, political and ideological factors that occasioned the unprecedented translation movement from Greek into Arabic within the intellectual circles of the medieval Islamic world from the 8th to 10th century AD and beyond. We will comment on the ethnic and religious affiliations of the translators, the interests of their patrons, and the choice of the philosophical and scientific Greek works to be translated. Emphasis is to be laid on the role played by the Arabic translations of Greek philosophical, mathematical, medical and other scientific works for the formation and development of Arabic sciences and philosophy. Finally, we will comment on the influence and contribution of the Arabic sciences and philosophy to the emergence of the European Renaissance and western thought.

Theodora Zampaki (DPhil GraecoArabic Studies) is a tutor at the Hellenic Open University, Greece. She has been offering courses for OLLI at Furman since 2021.

RPH927 The Foundations of Jewish Ethics

Monday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, President's Conference (HC103), IP

We will read and discuss a tractate of the Talmud dealing with ethical behavior and the good life, emphasizing those aspects that influence modern Jewish attitudes.

Fred Leffert is a Greenville physician with a lifelong interest in Jewish Studies. He has taught many Hebrew classes since 2000.

ART110 Ceramics 101

Monday, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Herring Center, Graham (HC005), IP Beginner friendly; all are welcome! Join the instructor, Abigail Colton, for a deep dive into the world of ceramics, where students will be taught about the history of clay work and delve into the basic techniques & processes that are unique to constructing with this fantastic medium. Students will have 3 building classes that will focus on the main hand building techniques and one class to glaze their pieces. After the final class, student pieces will be fired once more and brought back to the classroom for them to pick up. A $50 fee that covers materials and firings will be due to the instructor. This four-week class ends April 14. Abigail Colton has a passion for ceramics that fuels her natureinfused, tactile creations. Drawing inspiration from the Blue Ridge Mountains and Guam, she now shares her work and teaches the craft at Wild Hare Gallery in Travelers Rest.

CEB1791 Preserve Your Wealth and Your Legacy

Monday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Small Arts/Crafts (HC113), IP

This is an engaging and entertaining four-week course designed to equip

you with the knowledge and tools necessary to understand what is involved in estate planning and legacy building. Whether you’re just starting to think about your legacy or looking to refine your existing plans, this course will guide you through the essential components of estate planning. We will review the following topics. First, we will cover the importance and use of various techniques and documents, including wills, trusts, health care directives, and powers of attorney. Next, we will discuss the pros and cons of the probate process. We will also examine planning with the right priorities and consider the effect of estate and income taxes on your plan. Additionally, we will explore the impact of gifting strategies. Planning for blended families and individuals with special needs will be addressed, as well. Furthermore, we will discuss how to incorporate your values into your plan and create a legacy of significance. Finally, we will focus on how to communicate your legacy to your loved ones. This four-week course ends April 14.

Michael Stuart is a widely recognized attorney and CPA who has earned a reputation as a responsible, reliable, and thoughtful counselor since 1981. He believes in educating people about their options and building strong, lifelong relationships.

HFE622 Resistance Band Training for Women

Monday, 10:45-11:45 a.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

This course is designed to introduce older women to the benefits and techniques of resistance band training, a versatile and low-impact form of exercise that can enhance strength, flexibility, and overall fitness. Participants will explore how resistance bands can be effectively incorporated into a fitness routine to support healthy aging,

improve functional movements, and specifically address the needs of women with osteoporosis.

Angelica Delacruz, a Certified Professional Trainer with degrees in Exercise Science and Kinesiology, excels in functional and Foundations training. A coach with global experience, she’s excited to offer personalized fitness services in Greenville, SC.

HFE626

Introduction to Country Dancing

Monday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herman W. Lay Physical Activities Center, Group Fitness Studio, IP

This course is designed for novice level couples and will feature instructions on two popular Country dances over the eight weeks, Country Two-Step and Country Waltz. Each dance will be taught for four consecutive weeks. Registration is for couples only, a Leader and a Follower. Each dance will start with the basics and progress over four weeks. In addition to the dance steps, you will learn the techniques to perform movements like Underarm Turns, Open Breaks, etc. Dress is comfortable. Wear comfortable shoes with soles that are not too slippery or sticky on a wood floor.

Richard Cicchetti is a certified professional dance instructor. He is owner of Dance For Life Dance Company, Travelers Rest, SC. He and his wife have competed professionally, winning seven First Place World Titles in UCWDC competitions.

HIS962

America’s Highways: It's Time To Get On The Road Again

Monday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), IP

This course will look at the history of America's highways. We will talk about such roads as The Lincoln

Highway, The Victory Highway, The Bankhead (National) Highway, The Black Bear Trail, Route 66, The Dixie Highway, The Old Spanish Trail, The Theodore Roosevelt International Highway, and The Jackson Highway to name just a few. We will take look at the Good Roads Movement in America and the development of the Interstate Highway System. The course will also include a discussion about the development of the automobile. Included in the course topics will be the development of the Super Highway in the upstate of South Carolina. The instructors in this course have co-authored a book about the Super Highway.

Lynn Duncan is a retired history teacher. He has taught graduate level courses at Furman. Scott Withrow was an adjunct instructor at North Greenville University and has taught numerous history courses at OLLI.

PAH801a Chinese Home CookingQuick, Easy, & Delicious

Monday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Huff with Lindemann Kitchen (HC105/106), IP

Chinese home cooking passed down from mothers and grandmothers produces tasty and nutritious meals. Often using simple and humble ingredients, home cooking still delivers superb color, smell, and taste. We'll do eight time-tested or new crowd-pleasing meals, including lettuce wraps, fried rice noodles, wonton soup, etc. The dishes selected are a working mother's favorites. Efforts vary from quick weekday dinners to more elaborate weekend meals. The goal of this class is to convince you to try some of the dishes in your own kitchen, as homecooked Chinese food can be quick, easy, and budget-friendly. Student participation is most welcome and encouraged. Tasting portions will be served at the end of each class. Food fees: $6 per session ($6 due to instructor at first class with remainder of $42 due at second class).

Jing Chen was born and raised in China. As a working mother, she has been cooking for her family in the US for over 30 years.

PAH954 Crafting for Missions

Monday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Vick Seminar (HC102), IP

There are many opportunities for crafters to do what they love while helping those in need. This course will explore 3 different Greenvillearea mission opportunities, spending 2 class periods on each mission project. On the first day the mission area will be introduced by a local representative and the crafting skills necessary for their projects will be taught. The second class period will be dedicated to working as a group to complete items for that mission. Examples include sewing hearts and crocheting hats for Premies of the Carolinas, assembling fidget mats for Alzheimer patients, and sewing chemo ports for cancer patients. Each of these projects require some basic skills but also provides opportunity for non-sewers to participate in the assembly (i.e. stuffing, turning, etc.). A $10 materials fee is required, and all completed projects will be donated to various organizations at the end of the class.

Paula Gabbert was a professor of Computer Science for 30 years, the last 27 of those at Furman. She loves crafts of all kinds and specifically enjoys sharing her projects with those in need.

RPH1011 The Old Testament: Origins and Parallels in Other Ancient Religions

Monday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

For most Christians today, it’s called the Old Testament—the ancient books that constitute the majority of the Christian Bible—a whopping

77%. I have no data, but I wouldn't be surprised if most Christians in the USA had never read, or seldom read it.

The holy writings of Judaism, Tanakh—sometimes called the Hebrew Bible, the Jewish Bible— provides the origin story of a small group of people in the Middle East whose religion gave birth to two much larger religions which now dominate the world: Christianity and Islam. In that sense, one could argue that the religion/holy writings with the greatest impact has been Judaism.

In this class, we are going to ask two questions of this collection: First, how did you come into being, how did you become the Jewish Bible, aka Old Testament? What is “Old Testament criticism” and how do we do it? Second, what are the similarities between the stories you tell and the stories that your religious neighbors and predecessors tell? What are the differences? Should be a fun and interesting interrogation of the text and history!

David Gillespie holds degrees from Columbia International University and Reformed Theological Seminary in philosophy, theology, and biblical studies. Cat dad; house husband; he still has time to study and write. He hopes to never stop learning.

RPH903 The Hebrew Prophets III Monday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, President's Conference (HC103), IP

In this course we will read and discuss the Hebrew prophets— Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and the 12 minor prophets. The course will continue over the entire year—fall, winter and spring terms, but it is not necessary to commit to the entire course. We will discuss the historical backgrounds of the prophets, their literary art, and their messages. Emphasis will be on an interactive discussion-oriented class.

Fred Leffert is a Greenville physician with a lifelong interest in Jewish Studies. He has taught many Hebrew classes since 2000.

SNM1086 The Gift of Dogs

Monday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

Many of us love dogs, but what do they think about us? In this class we will first explore how dogs became domesticated from a common ancestor of the gray wolf. We will then look at our early history with dogs and how humans created all the many breeds in existence through selective breeding. We will also look at the characteristics of dog breeds and how these play a role in the many variable and useful jobs they have done for us in the past and are continuing to do today. Students will gain a better understanding of the

minds of dogs and how they interact and work with us.

Tony Nedved retired from Michelin and has a B.S. in chemistry from Furman. He taught at Greenville Tech and Tri-County Tech part-time.

HFE527 Yoga Therapy for Injuries, Diseases & Medical Conditions

Monday, 12-1:15 p.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

Yoga Therapy is tailored to address conditions such as pain, mobility challenges, arthritis, stress, depression, insomnia, anxiety, and other health concerns. Classes are offered in a chair or on a mat, utilizing movement, breath awareness guided relaxation and other tools. This four-week course ends April 14.

Beth Blanchard is a 1000-Hour Certified Yoga Therapist C-IAYT,

Yoga Teacher and CPU, with over 25 years experience. She has a private practice working individually with medical conditions, injuries and diseases safely since 2013.

ART111 Intermediate Acrylic Painting

Monday, 1-4:00 p.m., Herring Center, Graham (HC005), IP

Acrylic paint is the most versatile of the painting mediums. We will explore many techniques while creating wonderful artistic expressions. NOTE: This class is NOT for beginners.

Cathryn Rice, artist, is retired after 35 years teaching art in Greenville County schools. She gives workshops and clinics in a variety of art media which include painting, jewelry, color theory, and composition.

Get involved in our community of learners

OLLI@Furman thrives on member involvement and is led by a volunteer council, elected by the membership under policies and procedures adopted by the members. We encourage everyone to be a part of the OLLI community by volunteering in some capacity within the program. Full participation can give you a sense of ownership while you have fun meeting new friends.

Administration and Finance Committee decides on the length of terms, membership fees, expenditure of endowment funds, etc. Generally meets once a term.

Class Liaisons act as a bridge between the instructor, students and the office staff in a class in which they are currently enrolled. Give weekly updates from OLLI Notes and general assistance to instructor.

Curriculum Committee seeks competent instructors to teach a well-balanced variety of classes. Subcommittees are based on interest areas from history to art to hobbies. Usually meets three times a term to plan the courses for the following term.

Instructor Support Committee supports our incredible instructors through mentors, evaluations and training sessions. Meets a couple of times each term.

OLLILife is produced four times a year and includes articles and information from the membership and committees. Writers, photographers and editors are always needed!

Instructors are all volunteers with a love of learning and sharing their ideas and life lessons.

Long-Range Planning Committee considers the needs and goals for three, five and ten years into the future. Meets about once per term.

Office Assistants greet people while getting to know a lot about the program and how it works, from phone calls and registrations to battery replacements and shelving books. Can work around your schedule.

Social Committee plans our fun times together outside the classroom and is made up of a few who coordinate the many members. Hosts events all year long.

Volunteer Committee encourages member involvement, working to match those interested in volunteering with opportunities on OLLI committees as well as other aspects of the OLLI @ Furman program.

For more information, contact Heidi Wright at heidi.wright@furman.edu or 864.294.2997. You can also indicate your interest on your registration form.

Please note class formats: Z = Zoom, IP = In-person or H = Hybrid.

HFE562 Yoga for the Optimal You

Monday, 1:30-2:45 p.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

Learn how to honor your physical body with this balanced, core strengthening and energizing yoga practice. Yoga is a great activity for you if you have arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease. Proven to increase strength and cardiovascular health, tone muscles, improve stamina and flexibility, and release tightness, you will feel challenged, yet successful. Our yoga practice links the breath with the poses and builds core aliveness as you release resistance and layers of tension. Whether you are a beginner or have a consistent practice, this class gives you a holistic approach for a strong metabolism! Wear comfortable clothing and bring your yoga mat. Our yoga class includes asanas/poses and pranayama/ breath techniques with a theme/ intention to awaken and integrate the body-breath-mind experience. We focus on asanas for specific areas of the physical for the body, working with the breath, keeping the mind focused on the present experience. Each week we go through the body fully with sequences enabling selfexploration and self-transformation.

Kristi Ried-Barton is a registered yoga trainer, life coach, nutritionist and director of It's Yoga! Studio. She teaches classes, gives private sessions, provides an in-depth study of yoga/teacher training, conducts retreats, and facilitates workshops. A teacher since 1979, Kristi is known for her detailed instruction, inspiration and nurturing compassion.

HIS629 Post Cold War Espionage & Covert Operations

Monday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), IP

This course will look to explain espionage and covert operations that influenced major international events covered in the news. Classes

will cover the history and strategy of Elite Covert Operations (ECO) and their role in international security and military strategy, such as the Israeli Mossad's efforts to neutralize the Iraqi atomic weapon threat, exemplifying effective intelligence to prevent the spread of WMDs. The mission to eliminate Osama bin Laden highlighted meticulous planning and international cooperation. U.S.-led invasions of Panama and Grenada involved ECO teams, with mixed outcomes evident in Operation Iraqi Freedom and the U.S. Embassy hostage rescue attempt in Iran. ECO units played key roles in campaigns like the liberation of Kuwait during Operation Desert Storm and the swift invasion of Afghanistan, providing crucial support for NATO in the Balkans War and aiding Ukraine against Russian aggression.

The course will immerse participants in these operations through the perspectives of decision-makers, exploring success and failure due to intelligence quality. We will also explore current and future trends in espionage and special operations, highlighting their evolving role in global security. Join us for a deep dive into how covert actions shape global affairs and strategy.

Bob Fannin worked at the Army Intelligence School and is a 30-year member of the Association of Former Intelligence Officers with a master’s degree in Information Science.

LAN792 Biblical Hebrew III

Monday, 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m., Herring Center, President's Conference (HC103), IP

This course will teach basic Biblical Hebrew, with the object of being able to read and understand the original text of the Hebrew Bible. This is a continuation of a course that began in Spring of ’23. Completion of the prior OLLI Biblical Hebrew courses is required. Text: “The First Hebrew Primer,” Third edition - EKS

publishing co. It can be ordered through ekspublishing.com

Fred Leffert is a Greenville physician with a lifelong interest in Jewish Studies. He has taught many Hebrew classes since 2000.

MUS213 The Philosophy of Modern Song

Monday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

Nobel Laureate, Bob Dylan, has written a book entitled “The Philosophy of Modern Song” on 66 songs written and recorded by his contemporaries from the 1960s to today. In this course we will listen to and discuss a number of those songs that Dylan considers impactful and why he considers them impactful. Participants will also have a chance to challenge Dylan’s assessments. They will be asked to offer their own choice of “impactful songs.” We’ll even get to the point of discussing whether there is indeed a “philosophy of modern song.” As a pre-course assignment, participants will be asked to list in rank order the 10 songs they feel were most impactful in their lives. It is also recommended, not required, that students acquire Dylan’s book. Of course, bring your love for popular music.

Pop music of several genres has been a critical part of Les Gardner’s life since his childhood. His career in radio started in the mid-1960s while he was in high school.

PAH893a Zentangle Delights

Monday, 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Meets online, Z

This Advanced Zentangle class will explore the World of Zentangle Drawing using some of the many different tiles and pens available for Zentangle artists. We will draw on tiles that are Square, Rectangular, Triangular and Round as well as some other interesting shapes like hexagons and octagons and even

more! You will be amazed and delighted with the fun we are going to have this term! Materials Fee: $45 (due to the instructor prior to the first class). All materials will be mailed to students prior to the first class.

Pam Stevenson is a lifelong artist in multiple disciplines including sewing, quilting, embroidery, papercrafts, and drawing. She has been a Certified Zentangle Teacher since 2015 and has taught at OLLI for several years.

LIT118 The Otherness of Contemporary American Poetry

Monday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Vick Seminar (HC102), IP

Join us for a fun combination of poetry analysis and generative poetry writing as we explore a vein of poetry that has gone largely underappreciated: the Sarcastic, Witty, Acerbic and Fresh (in both senses of the word). We will begin each session with a deep dive into the poems of three masters of this “style:” Tony Hoagland, James Tate, and Amy Gerstler. The second half of each we will write, striving for that same penetrating “otherness” that looks critically at American cultural norms, beliefs and expectations today. Recommended books: Scattered at Sea, by Amy Gerstler; Worshipful Company of Fletchers, by James Tate; and Donkey Gospel, by Tony Hoagland. All available via used book sellers.

A retired English professor, Arthur McMaster has taught literature and writing classes at OLLI since 2015. He is the author of several books of fiction and poetry. Arthur's debut novel will be published in 2024.

causes of poverty to understand why people who are poor may think and act as they do. Class participants will decrease judgment and increase compassion by enlarging their understanding. This course will include interactive exercises, clips from DVDs and the poverty simulation, as well as refer to books written by the instructor. This fourweek course ends April 14.

Beth Lindsay Templeton is a poverty advocate, Presbyterian USA minister, and author of 14 books.

Tuesday

CPT316 AI for use in Art and Literature

Tuesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Graham (HC005), IP

This course will explore the use of different artificial intelligence (AI) tools for the creation of many forms of art and literature (images, video, music, novels, etc.). You will gain access to AI tools to experiment with on your own. The class sessions include discussions about the various applications of AI, demonstrations of some tools, and a weekly update on the ever-evolving AI utilities available. We will also jointly create a story that will put various applications to practical use, resulting in a multimedia document.

Scott Koegler has been a technology professional and technology journalist specializing in explaining technology. He has been using consumer-oriented artificial intelligence as it continues to evolve. Interested learners can see examples of art and text created entirely by AI by viewing Exuberation.art.

legs but are not quite up to hiking yet. Anyone who has signed up for a hiking class in the past and dropped out after a few weeks may want to consider this alternative. We will visit eight relatively flat walkable areas usually with paved sidewalks or trails. The walks will be about 3 miles at a relaxed pace. You can count on walking in Greenville, Travelers Rest, Simpsonville, Greer, and perhaps Spartanburg. The exact destinations will be announced a week or two prior to each walk.

Sally Bornmueller is a retired HR systems professional who has taught several OLLI walking, history and computer classes. She enjoys this walking class with no desire to “graduate” to hiking.

HFE515 Aquacize

Tuesday, Thursday, 9-10a.m., Herman W. Lay Physical Activities Center, Pool, IP

Aquacize is a combination of strength training, toning, flexibility, and cardio routines using the resistance of the water for physical improvement and the buoyancy of the water to alleviate strain on muscles, bones, and joints. This course emphasizes full range of motion and balance. The ability to swim is not a requirement, and we do not put our faces in the water. The co-instructors lead exercises while in the water, and a lifeguard watches over the class from poolside. Water temperature is around 80 degrees.

Greg Parker has been an OLLI member since 2008. Dorothy Buschmann will assist with this course. They have participated in Aquacize at OLLI and in their community for years.

PPG1320 The Psychology of Poverty

Monday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

Rather than learning about current poverty in Greenville, this class looks at underlying issues, factors, and

HFE509 Talk and Walk

Tuesday, 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Meets offsite, IP

Here's a Spring walking class for people who want to stretch their

HFE589 Let’s Get Stronger!

Tuesday, 9-10 a.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

A mix of cardio, resistance and core training that incorporates different training concepts to ensure

Lunch & Learn for Spring 2025

Speakers from the community will present a variety of interesting topics. Free and open to the public, 12:301:20 p.m., HC110. Invite your friends.

March 25 Our Mayor: What’s Happening in Greenville?

Knox White, Greenville City Mayor

April 1 Meet Our New Music Director for the Greenville Symphony

Lee Mills, Music Director Greenville Symphony Orchestra

April 8 Energy and Excitement with Furman Paladins in NCAA Sports

Jason Donnelly, Furman VP for Intercollegiate Athletics

April 15 Ways We Can Improve Brain Health, No Matter Your Age

Dr. Leslie Ross, Prof., Department of Psychology Clemson University and Director of the Institute for Engaged Aging at Clemson University

April 22

TRansformation of TR

Brandy Amidon, Mayor of Travelers Rest

April 29 The New Greenville Zoo Experience

Bill Cooper, Greenville Zoo Administrator

May 6 Computers and Privacy

Dr. Steven M Rubin, Retired Computer Scientist and OLLI Instructor

May 13 Preparing for Growth: Planning and Development in Greenville County

Tee Coker, Assistant County Administrator for Community Planning and Development

an overall experience that fits everyone. In class, you will get a complete workout that challenges your fitness, balance, core and strength while standing to improve agility and balance. Chairs are used to help with balance. Participants will use hand-held weights, elastic tubing and a fitness ball.

June Martin is an ACE personal trainer and health coach. She will challenge you to "think outside the box" to reach new heights.

HIS963 Southern Campaign in the American Revolution

Tuesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

The class will focus on the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution in 1780-1781. The course will cover key battles such as Charleston, Yorktown, Camden, Kings Mountain, Cowpens and more. These discussions will include military elements such as strategic, tactical, topographical factors that shaped the outcome. The course will feature several key figures that were influential in the campaign including, but not limited to, Lord Cornwallis, Banastre Tartleton, Horatio Gates, Dan Morgan, Francis Marion, Nathaniel Green, and Patrick Ferguson. In addition, the course will cover the weaponry used during the campaign and how certain capabilities served as an asset or liability on each side. Finally, we will tie in the social, political, and economic aspects of the campaign. We will discuss in detail the political strategies on each side and their goals, as well as the social aspects of the campaign that influenced the lives of all involved and had a major impact on the event. This will include discussing the involvement of Native Americans and slaves in the campaign. The economics will cover how and why this area was selected to be occupied by the

British and why this was important. Don Little served in the United States Marine Corps and United States Army from 1991-2015. His education includes a BA in History from Cameron University and an MA in Human Resources from Webster University.

HIS964 A Portrait of the World Before the Great War

Tuesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), IP

The latter half of the 20th century produced one of America's greatest writers of history. Barbara Tuchman never received an advanced degree and yet she lectured at Harvard. She never held an academic position and yet she wrote more than a dozen books and won two Pulitzer Prizes. It has been over 50 years since her last publication (she passed away in 1989); however, her books remain relevant and well-read. The reasons for this are simple. Mrs. Tuchman combined exhaustive and meticulous research with eloquent prose. Her narrative style made readers feel like she was sitting right with you, telling you a story.

This course will concentrate on one book, “(The Proud Tower)”, first published in 1962 and reprinted several times, lastly in 2014. The book is a compilation of the stories that made the turn of the 20th century a unique period in our history. We will follow Mrs. Tuchman as she leads her readers through varied topics from the decline of the Edwardian aristocracy to the rise of the Anarchists in Europe and the United States. We will follow her discussion of the peace conference that could have prevented WWI and the Dreyfus Affair that consumed much of France. Finally, we will touch upon “The Guns of August”, Tuchman's Pulitzer Prize winning book about the first epic month of the War to End All Wars.

Neither book is required, but “The Proud Tower” will be the emphasis of the course.

Alan Dzur holds a degree in History from Long Island University and an MBA in Management from Hofstra University. He also has taken several graduate courses at Clemson and continues his passion for history.

LIT100a Let’s Read and Talk

Tuesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, President's Conference (HC103), IP

Join our lively book group for open discussion every other week during the Spring Term starting March 24, 2025. We will discuss a different book at each class session. Be ready to contribute your comments and thoughts by reading ahead of the first class meeting, March 25, “The Land Breakers” by John Ehle, and April 8, “A Piece of the World” by Christina Baker Kline. Class members will select the remaining two books at the first session.

Patricia Shakiban and Dan Scieszka, OLLI members, will be the class moderators.

LIT100b Let’s Read and Talk

Tuesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Meets online, Z

Join our lively book group for open discussion every other week during the Spring Term starting March 24. We will discuss a different book at each class session. Be ready to contribute your comments and thoughts by reading ahead of the first class meeting, April 1, “The Land Breakers” by John Ehle, and April 15, “A Piece of the World” by Christina Baker Kline. Class members will select the remaining two books at the first session.

Patricia Shakiban and Dan Scieszka, OLLI members, will be the class moderators. NOTE: This is a repeat of the class meeting in-person.

MUS303 Guitar III

Tuesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Small Arts/Crafts (HC113), IP

This class is a continuation from Guitar II, but new folks are invited. We will learn more picking patterns, strumming patterns, tablature, the function of bar chords, bass licks, and more. When you finish this class, you will be able to play with Brad Paisley (if you are playing his music on a CD). Materials fee: $5 (due to instructor at first class).

Jann Howell has a master's degree in music and will lead this course. Bill Enloe and Charles Waller will assist with this course.

SNM1105 An Introduction to Aircraft Weight and Balance for Freighter (Cargo) Aircraft

Tuesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

Unlike passenger aircraft, freighter aircraft have very little unused space. Containers are placed in freighter aircraft that fill the aircraft completely—wall to wall, top to bottom. Weight and balance for freighters is completely different from passenger aircraft. This course will begin with basic theory of weight and balance, culminating with completing a weight and balance form by calculating the effects of weights (containerized and loose freight) in specific positions on a freighter aircraft. The course will include definitions of basic weight and balance terminology, theory of flight, aircraft positional limits, compartment limits, zone limits and all weight limits for an aircraft. In completing a weight and balance form, you will be able to see the effects of weight placed in positions on the aircraft and its effect on the center of gravity (CG). You don't have to have an aircraft engineering degree for this class, but it might help. Just kidding. You will learn something that not many people have knowledge about and have a

fun time doing it! This four-week course ends April 15.

Mike Vaughn was an aircraft operations instructor at FedEx, retiring after 39 years in 2020. He conducted weight and balance training, led specialized aircraft operations, and was a lead for aircraft charters, both domestically and internationally.

CEB1707 Retirement Wealth Management

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

In this course, we will discuss important retirement wealth management concepts. Investment ideas include ways to build lowcost, diversified portfolios that produce income and growth. Tax ideas include ways to reduce taxes on distributions from 401(k)s and IRAs. Risk management ideas include ways to pre-fund long term care. Estate planning ideas include ways to minimize probate fees and other estate settlement costs. Please Note: this class is not designed for beginners; students should have a good working knowledge of retirement finance. Materials fee: $25 (due to instructor at first class).

Bland Burkhardt and Robby Flink are Wealth Advisors at Goepper Burkhardt. They both maintain the Certified Financial Planner™ designation. In addition, Bland Burkhardt is registered as a CPA in the state of South Carolina.

CEB1782 Advocating with Local Government

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), IP

Discover the heart of democracy in action with our local government advocacy course. You will learn from experienced non-profit leaders as well as from panels of local elected officials. This course is designed to help you engage with Greenville

County Council, Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees, and the 6 City Councils. You will also learn about other local government entities in our community. Local government matters and you can easily make a difference. Our nonprofit presenters include leaders from Greater Good Greenville, Upstate Forever, Public Education Partners, the Greenville Homeless Alliance, and Bike Walk Greenville. Frank Mansbach is a retired Professional Engineer who moved to Greenville in 1979, and first became engaged with local government in 2004. He also served as the Executive Director of Bike Walk Greenville from 2013 to 2024.

HFE623 Intermediate Pickleball

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., North Village Pavilion, Pickleball Courts, IP

Looking to improve your game or take your skills to the next level? Our Intermediate Pickleball class is designed for players who have mastered the basics and are eager to refine their technique. Whether you're looking to sharpen your strategy or boost your overall performance on the court, this class provides instruction in a fun, supportive environment. The primary focus of this class is skills & drills. Additionally, students will receive online links for ongoing use and reinforcement of each technique covered. Planned topics include Advanced shot placement, dinking and soft game techniques, 3rd shot drops and drives, neutralizing attacks, the mental game, defensive skills, faster hand speed & anticipation and much more. Prerequisite: To enroll in this class, players should have a solid understanding of the rules and strategies of the game and are actively playing at least twice a week. Players should be able to play in fast paced games, demonstrate good court positioning and maintain consistent rallies with partners and opponents.

Ray McClelland and Karen Wright are pickleball enthusiasts who enjoy teaching the game in a fun and instructive manner.

HIS1715 1715: Kings, Philosophes, and Pirates in Europe and America

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

Though independent of last spring’s course (1688), this class will pick up chronologically largely where the last one ended in the early 18th century. The year 1715 found France with a 5-year-old king, England with a German king, a Scottish war against a newly created Great Britain, the beginnings of a French Enlightenment, growing empires in Eastern Europe, and a burgeoning Atlantic trading world that included the “golden age of piracy.” We will investigate the political, intellectual, religious, and economic worlds of the first quarter of the 18th century. Timothy Fehler is Furman's William E. Leverette Professor of History, teaching courses in Early Modern European history. He has taught over 20 courses at OLLI since 1997.

HIS969

Aircraft Carriers, Then & Now

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

The Aircraft Carrier has been the preeminent United States Navy warship since Pearl Harbor, the “battleship” of modern naval warfare. From its early innovations to refining its modern force projection capabilities, the carriers/embarked aircraft team have dominated American military and political presence requirements for 85 years. This course will provide appreciation for the ships, aircraft and crew who ‘manned’ these behemoths through WWII, Korea, Vietnam, the Cold War and Post-Cold War uncertainties. The instructor will take you on an insider’s tour of life on board to help you understand a world most never

see, given his 20 years’ operational experience flying aboard and deploying in carrier operations. Bill Blacklidge is a retired Naval Officer and national security/historical consultant who connects history to current events. He has global experience in analytical application to policy and organizations.

LIT109a Experienced Writers Write On

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Graham (HC005), IP

If your goal for spring is to kick up your writing skills, this is the class for you! "Experienced Writers" will help you to create and communicate through concept development, drafting, and revision as you journey toward more effective writing skills. Structure and usage are tools for compelling prose and poetry. Writing prompts will enhance your creativity, and you will receive instructor feedback on each submission. Participants may also offer selections from their long-term writing projects, both fiction and non-fiction. Class size is limited so that every student has an opportunity to present. This is NOT a class for beginners. Completion of a writing course or demonstrated experience is required.

Dr. Judith Chandler is a retired Furman professor and has taught at OLLI since its inception. She is also an artist and community volunteer.

LIT116 The American Short Story

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Vick Seminar (HC102), IP

Did you know that one of our nation's unique art forms is the American Short Story? Participants in this group will read, discuss, identify and define from the text components that are basic to what makes up a short story such as theme, characterization, tone, imagery, style, voice, and mood. Also, participants

will take part in exploring and considering the historical, social and cultural values that often shape our ideas of who we are. This group will be an interactive learning opportunity. Each participant will contribute their own reflections and observations with others on an equal basis with the facilitator/ leader. This group experience is designed not only to include reading and then discussing what is read, but to provide an opportunity to promote and foster critical thinking skills to a deeper level using the Socratic method and the rhetorical question in a shared dialogue between all participants and leader/facilitator. Active listening to others’ thoughts and ideas in itself has value. Some have said that the observations of others have been found to be very insightful even to the point of leaving one with the thought "why didn't I think of that?" Yes, we will be thinking critically a lot. As we experience that we can respectfully disagree with others at times and broaden our own point of view, learning can occur to our benefit and enjoyment. And then there is always the possibility of camaraderie. Most likely we will enjoy a good laugh now and then.

Jennifer Lee has loved reading since she was a young child. She also enjoys gardening, photography, potlucks, and singing. She has been a high school English teacher, NC School Counselor, and Individual and Group Psychotherapist for many years.

PAH801b Chinese Home CookingQuick, Easy & Delicious!

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Huff with Lindemann Kitchen (HC105/106), IP

Chinese home cooking passed down from mothers and grandmothers produces tasty and nutritious meals. Often using simple and humble ingredients, home cooking still delivers superb color, smell, and taste. We'll do eight time-tested or

new crowd pleasing meals, including lettuce wrap, fried rice noodles, wonton soup, etc. The dishes selected are a working mother's favorites. Efforts vary from quick weekday dinners to more elaborate weekend meals. The goal of this class is to convince you to try some of the dishes in your own kitchen, as homecooked Chinese food can be quick, easy, and budget-friendly. Student participation is most welcome and encouraged. Tasting portions will be served at the end of each class. Food fees: $6 per session ($6 due to instructor at first class with remainder of $42 due at second class).

Jing Chen was born and raised in China. As a working mother, she has been cooking for her family in the US for over 30 years.

PAH889 Intermediate Bridge Part II

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Herring Center, Small Arts/Crafts (HC113), IP

This course is for experienced players who want to bring their game to the next level. The emphasis will be on slam bidding and defense. Some of the subjects we will cover are: the Strong Club Bid, Control Bids, the Blackwood Convention, opening leads, 2nd and 3rd hand play and attitude, count and suit preference signals.

John Clancy is an accredited bridge teacher with over 25 years experience and a Gold Life Master. Karen Clancy, a life master, will assist with this course.

PAH955

Knitting with Color

Tuesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, President's Conference (HC103), IP

This course is a continuation of Knitting with Dishcloths and moves us to a new skill of knitting with more than one color. Please have size 7, 8, or 9 knitting needles and bring 2 balls of cotton yarn in different colors but the same worsted weight.

Heather Buono has been knitting for many years and enjoys sharing what she has learned with others.

ART115 Improv 101

Tuesday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), IP

This improv workshop is designed to help students tap into their creativity, enhance communication skills, and build confidence in a fun and engaging environment. Whether you’re a beginner or have some improv experience, this workshop is perfect for anyone looking to be more outgoing, think on their feet, and connect with others. Students will participate in interactive games, group exercises, and scene work that foster quick thinking and collaboration. The course culminates in a live showcase, providing students an opportunity to demonstrate their growth and creativity in front of a supportive audience.

With an MBA and training from Westside Comedy in Los Angeles, Taz Shaik-Shenk is passionate about fostering creativity and connection. Her workshops help students build confidence, spontaneity, and communication skills—all in a fun, supportive environment!

HIS966 The Ohioans

Tuesday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

The first to fly motor-operated airplanes (the Wright Brothers), The first to orbit the earth (John Glenn), The first to walk on the moon (Neil Armstrong), Widely considered the best golfer of all time (Jack Nicklaus), Nationally syndicated humorist and author (Erma Bombeck), The force behind the world-famous Columbus Zoo (Jungle Jack Hanna), Second female American astronaut to fly in space (Judith Resnick), and The Hit King of baseball (Pete Rose).

Join us as we explore the lives of these famous "buckeyes" and delve

Policy 2012.1: OLLI (Classroom) Code of Conduct

Topics included within the OLLI curriculum may evoke emotional and visceral reactions to social, religious, political, and economic events, which inherently have elements of human tragedy, and during the course of time, may create discord. Comments shared within the class should be voiced in a professional manner conducive to promoting civil discourse and intellectual honesty. Passionate dialogue is encouraged as long as opposing viewpoints are respected and the dignity of others is maintained. In the event that an issue arises which compromises this premise and is deemed detrimental to the learning environment (i.e., unwarranted personal attacks or unsolicited dialogue outside of the classroom environment), then the OLLI administration has the authority to remove a student or instructor from the class and/or the program.

into their remarkable achievements, both on earth and high above it.

Kathy Vyrostek enjoys presenting for the Interesting Characters class, and her own classes covering animal conservationists and journeys in Africa. She is originally from Ohio and hopes OLLI students will enjoy meeting these fascinating people.

HIS965 The ’60s

Tuesday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

The 1960s was one of the most significant and challenging decades in American history. This course will cover the events and things that made the ’60s such a memorable and impactful time—things like fashion, music, politics, and innovative products. The ’60s were also the turning point for civil rights with the peaceful March on Washington as well as riots and unrest. We will discuss how TV news came of age in the ’60s and take a look at some of the prime time programming of

the decade. Towards the end of the course we'll conclude with the Vietnam War and the Space Race. Come relive this fascinating decade of American History.

Jack Fisher was a regular teenage dancer on American Bandstand. He produced an Emmy-nominated documentary, "Bandstand Days," and a TV dance show from Atlantic City. Jack was a top 40 DJ throughout the ’60s.

PAH956 Let’s Knit Some Baskets

Tuesday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, President's Conference (HC103), IP

Since we all knit at different paces, we’ll have multiple options for baskets to knit and skills to learn. This class is for experienced knitters. Prior to the class the instructor will send an email with specific instructions on yarn, needles, and anything else needed.

Heather Buono has been knitting for many years and enjoys sharing what she has learned with others.

PAH957 Introduction to Quilling

Tuesday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Small Arts/Crafts (HC113), IP

Introduction to Paper Quilling –Paper quilling is the art of rolling long thin strips of paper using a special tool and then pinching the pieces into different shapes. These shapes are then glued together to form decorative art. Paper quilling projects can be used to decorate cards, boxes, gift bags, picture frames, or even made into 3D standalone art pieces. You will receive your own complete basic quilling kit. Materials Fee: $45 paid to instructors during first class.

Dr. Joan Huck is a multimedia artist. She has taught a variety of subjects for over 40 years. Barbara Stoop has taught at OLLI and at the John C. Campbell Folk School.

PAH959 Flat Pattern Method of Fashion Design II

Tuesday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Vick Seminar (HC102), IP

With Flat Pattern Design the student will work with the five basic pattern pieces (bodice front (BF), bodice back (BB), skirt front (SF), skirt back (SB) and sleeve (S)), using dart manipulation, to create an innovative fashion design. The success of pattern development depends on the pattern developer’s ability to analyze design. It is fun, creative, and takes practice and patience, resulting in the artistic expression of one’s imagination. Must have taken Flat Pattern in Fall of 2024 or have previous experience and knowledge of Flat Pattern Design.

Sandra Newman was a professor in Boston for 20 years, teaching Fashion Design and Apparel CAD. Sewing since age 4, she has received many awards for her sewing and holds patents and trademarks for her inventions.

PHO1714 Family Photography for Grandparents

Tuesday, 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

Taking family snapshots is easy. Capturing striking and memorable photos, however, requires greater knowledge, photographic skills and intent. A baby crawling on the floor, a teenager at a soccer match, adults sitting for a portrait with kids: each requires something different for the photographer to capture what has been called the “decisive moment.” And the decisive moment often will not involve the subject smiling and posing. In this class we will show you how to take both candid and posed pictures using skills developed for street and journalistic photography, where the situation is changing quickly and it’s necessary to work with natural light and spontaneous actions. Classes will consist of formal presentations and group discussions of pictures

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you take. Some presentations will be made by guests with special expertise. The class will not discuss photo editing techniques, but it will offer suggestions as to how editing software could improve an image. Photographers at all skill levels are welcome, including those who use only cell phones. But all must have a working knowledge of their equipment and the ability to upload a group of pictures to a site provided for the class.

Alan Shusterman, a former healthcare and software entrepreneur, owns a cattle ranch in Costa Rica. A hobby photographer since college, he now makes images of his extended family and people on the street. Linda Hosek began photographing in the 1970s, focusing on street, portrait and fine art photography. She has exhibited her work in numerous juried shows.

Wednesday

HIS627 Terrorism, Cults, and Secret Societies

Wednesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

This course will cover terrorism types and characteristics, the historical background of terrorism, the psychology of terrorism, and the globalization of terrorism. Explore the varied manifestations of terrorism, from state-sponsored terrorism carried out by authoritarian governments to anti-government terrorism driven by political motives or religious objectives. Delve into historical cases of terrorism, examining their impact on affected communities and analyzing the motives that fueled extremist beliefs. Investigate the psychological underpinnings that lead individuals and groups to adopt radical beliefs and pursue dangerous methods. We'll also cover approaches to deescalation and potential strategies for reintegrating radicalized individuals back into society. Finally,

a focus on the internationalization of terrorism beginning in the mid1960s, emphasizing the role of a key group that trained over 40 radical organizations worldwide.

This four-week course is part one of a two-part series on terrorism. This class will begin on April 23 and end May 16. Part two will continue in the summer session.

Bob Fannin worked at Army Intelligence School and is a thirty year member of the Association of Former Intelligence Officers with a masters in Information Science.

LAN741 Italian for Travelers

Wednesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

Italians welcome visitors to their country with an open heart. Perhaps this is why Italy is one of the most popular travel destinations. Speak a little of their language and that welcome becomes even more enthusiastic. This course will introduce you to the Italian language and culture and give you a basic knowledge of the language, with an emphasis on speaking and listening in a variety of travel situations. Make your visit to Italy memorable as you engage with Italians in their native language. This is a beginner class and no prior knowledge of Italian is necessary.

Ron Blitstein spent years immersed in the culture and language of a small Italian town. Lynne Blitstein has traveled to Italy numerous times and is learning Italian (with Ron's help). She is a retired teacher.

PAH800 Woodcarving 101

Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Herring Center, Graham (HC005), IP This course is an introduction to woodcarving. We will begin with the basics of woodcarving, including safety, carving tools, and how to maintain them. Students will learn the basic knife strokes preparing for their first project. There will be

a variety of projects provided to progressively improve skills. We will cover painting and finishing of the woodcarvings. The materials fee covers a new knife, glove, sharpening strop, and wood for projects. Materials fee: $60 (due to instructor at first class).

Kent Ellison has been carving since 2003 and has won numerous awards in competitions. He is a 20-year member of the Piedmont Wood Carvers Club. Kent has been teaching at OLLI and elsewhere since 2006.

PHO1651 The Latent Image in Black & White Photography

Wednesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Vick Seminar (HC102), IP

This is a black and white photography course. Learn how to convert color photos into stunning black and white compositions. The course will include weekly out-ofclassroom assignments, in class student and instructor critiques of weekly assignments, and in-class instruction regarding photographic composition, the use of light, shadow, shapes, texture, contrast and tonality to create photographic compositions. A brief overview of color to black and white photograph conversion will be discussed. It is expected that all students have the basic knowledge of color to black and white photograph conversion through the use of post processing software. It is also expected that each student understands the operating functions of his/her camera. This class is a mid-level learning experience. Expect much hands-on learning on the part of the student. Level 2 or 3 proficiency level.

Bob Buurman has been taking photographs since 1968. He taught photography and darkroom classes at the high school, college and postcollege levels. His photographs have been published in foreign and USA national publications.

4 Week Courses QUICK REFERENCE

ART110 Ceramics 101

ART114 The Art and Architecture of Ancient America

CEB1791 Preserve Your Wealth and Your Legacy

HFE509 Talk and Walk

HFE527 Yoga Therapy for Injuries, Diseases and Medical Conditions

HIS624 The American Revolution and French Contributions to its Success

HIS967 Battle of the Bulge

LAN807 German IV

LIT100 Let’s Read and Talk

PAH801 Chinese Home Cooking

PAH960 Amazing Botanists and Captivating Camellias

PAH961 Sailing

PPG1320 The Psychology of Poverty

SNM1105 Intro to Aircraft Weight and Balance

PPG1385 Dementia Dialogues

Wednesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Huff (HC105), IP

Are you one of the 199,000 family members in South Carolina providing care for someone with Alzheimer's or another dementia disease? Maybe you are worried about becoming one of the 6 million Americans currently living with these diseases. That number is projected to rise to 13 million by 2050. Dementia diseases are more than memory loss; they are complex disorders, and the most expensive and incurable of all diseases. Education can't cure them, but by learning how to fulfill the need for graduated care, we can raise our awareness and empower each other to be better caregivers and more healthy selves.

The University of South Carolina's Dementia Dialogues ™ is an evidenceinformed nationally registered course designed to do just that. Join us to become that more empowered community member. This five-week course ends April 23.

Ann Marie Coogler is a Family Caregiver Advocate and Educator at the Appalachian Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, Dementia Dialogues Instructor.

MUS208 Sigal Music Museum Series

Wednesday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

Presented by the Sigal Music Museum in Greenville, this engaging class offers a journey through music history. Explore the evolution of musical styles, instruments, and traditions from the Baroque era to the modern day, with highlights from the museum’s collection of historical instruments.

Each session will delve into a different theme, featuring expert insights, demonstrations, and discussions that reveal the stories behind music’s most significant milestones. Whether you're a seasoned music lover or a curious beginner, this course will inspire a deeper appreciation for the art of sound and its enduring impact on culture and society.

Jon Grier will moderate this course.

ART114 The Art and Architecture of Ancient America

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), IP This survey course will explore the major cultures of Ancient America from the first millennium BCE until Spanish conquest in the 16th century. The survey begins in the highlands of Peru with the Chavin Culture and its enigmatic temples, monumental

sculpture and sophisticated gold work and ceramics. We continue with the Moche Culture of the northern coastal desert famed for its pyramids, art works and the richest elite burial in the Americas. Our South American survey concludes with the Inca, an empire whose geographic breadth equaled the ancient Romans. In Mesoamerica, we begin with the Gulf Coast Olmec, notable for their exceptional jade carvings and colossal stone representations of human heads. Then, we explore the Ancient Maya and their complex city states, monumental stelae with hieroglyphic inscriptions, painted pottery, and the famous ball game. Our survey concludes with the Aztec—an empire whose capital city of Tenochtitlán dazzled the Spanish Conquistadors with its urban magnificence and monumental sculpture while shocking their 16th century Catholic sensibilities.

E. Michael Whittington is the former curator of Ancient American art at the Mint Museum of Art. At UNC-Charlotte he taught Ancient American Art, Northern Renaissance Art and Museum Studies.

HFE519 International Folk & Line Dance Favorites

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herman W. Lay Physical Activities Center, Group Fitness Studio, IP

Try a mix of international folk and line dances for a fun way to exercise! Each term we teach a different selection of new and favorite dances, including a mix of the easier and simpler folk and line dances from the dance repertoire. They may range from slower rhythms to more aerobic and dynamic steps. Step-by-step instructions will be provided. Dance provides benefits for the cardiovascular system, bones, memory and balance. No prior experience with dance is required. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your water bottle.

Theresa Pizzuto is an international folk-dance teacher and has been teaching since 1997. She is known for her clear, relaxed teaching style and enjoys helping others discover the joy of dance. Susie Rakes will assist with this course.

LAN770 Destinos V

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Huff (HC105), IP

Learn Spanish the fun way, by watching a telenovela, or Spanish soap opera! Destinos immerses students in a mysterious and entertaining story while viewing everyday situations with native speakers. In this semester we will watch episodes 36–43, which will continue in Mexico. We will view at least one episode per class and then elaborate on the themes covered in that episode. Prerequisite: Destinos II and/or Destinos III. Must be caught up on all previous episodes. No need to purchase any book for this class.

Emily Getz earned her Bachelor's degree in Spanish from Furman and her Master's degree in Education from Wake Forest. She has taught Spanish to students age 3–83 since 2002 and tries to make learning the language fun.

LAN802 Let’s Speak More Italian

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

This third course in Italian will continue to build on your current knowledge of the language, with an emphasis on speaking and listening in a variety of situations. Make your visit to Italy memorable as you engage with Italians in their native language. This is an advanced beginner class and some prior knowledge of Italian or completion of "Let's Speak Italian" is necessary. Ron Blitstein lived in a small Italian town for 4 years. He reinforced this immersive learning with college level classes. Lynne Blitstein, a retired

teacher, has traveled to Italy numerous times and is learning Italian.

MUS211 Forever Young: Bob Dylan in the 21st Century

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

In 2021, the "voice of the sixties" turned 80. Bob Dylan has continued to tour and record, and his vast body of work has achieved a mastery of form and content that is unsurpassed among songwriters. This course will consider well-known and not so wellknown selections of Dylan's work from 1962 to 2022, with an emphasis on the ethical and spiritual depth that underlies his greatest work. We will listen to and discuss songs that capture the enduring genius and provocative message of the great American troubadour. Join us for a detailed exploration of the genius of Bob Dylan.

Tony Owens is a semi-retired business consultant and instructional developer with post-graduate degrees in English and American literature and teaching experience on the undergraduate and adultlearning levels. He has previously taught OLLI courses on Bob Dylan, Characters of the Renaissance and Traditional Music.

PHO1702 You Are What You Shoot;

You Shoot What You Are

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Meets online, Z

This course is based on photographing the same area eight times as the season progresses. We will be shooting at The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities during the Spring, will document the changes Spring brings, and learn how to look deeply into a restricted area. This is challenging and should be fun. We will share our images taken the week before class via Zoom each class day and have discussions about our images.

This course is for photographers at all levels with whatever device they use including cell phones. We will shoot on our own and review the week’s work with two images each week.

Dr. Bruce Schlein is a retired pathologist who has 60 years of photographic experience teaching in Furman University Learning in Retirement (FULIR), OLLI and exhibiting in invited and juried exhibits. Morley Jensen, retired software engineer, has been involved with various aspects of photography and image production for 30 years.

PPG1403 Grandparenting

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Herring Center, Vick Seminar (HC102), IP

This fun and interactive course celebrates the vital role that grandparents play in the lives of their grandchildren and families. Through storytelling, activities, and discussions, participants will explore the emotional and social impacts of grandparenting and learn practical ways to engage with their grandchildren.

Carolyn Grinstead is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of experience working with families and children. She has taught courses in nurturing parenting and child development and is a mother and an active, involved grandparent.

SNM1110 The Science of Fantasy

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Small Arts/Crafts (HC113), IP

All fantasy and science fiction takes liberties with our current scientific knowledge of the universe, but some more than others. This course will examine the scientific difficulties raised by transforming a human to an animal, teleporting someone, traveling faster than light, having spells to organize rooms, and many

Please note class formats: Z = Zoom, IP = In-person or H = Hybrid.

other standard tricks. This course will follow the book “Wizards, Aliens, and Starships” by Charles Adler. The emphasis will be on the concepts, not on the math involved.

Bill Mawby has a Ph.D. in Biomathematics. He has taught multiple OLLI courses on science topics. Bill has done extensive consulting work, had five books published, and has authored around 25 patents.

SNM1111 RNA: The Molecule of Life

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

For over half a century, DNA has dominated science and the popular imagination as the "secret of life." But over the last several decades a quiet revolution has taken place. In a series of breathtaking discoveries, a diverse cast of scientists have revealed that RNA (Ribonucleic Acid), long overlooked as the passive servant of DNA, sits at the center of biology's greatest mysteries. These include how did life begin, what makes us human and why we get sick and grow old. In this course we will study this remarkable molecule and why we believe it demonstrates that RNA is the true key to understanding life on Earth, from its very origins to our future in the 21st century. As always, this course will be long on images and short on mathematics. The only student prerequisite is an open mind and the opportunity to participate in meaningful discussions. Recommended text: “The Catalyst: RNA and the Quest to Unlock Life's Deepest Secrets” by Thomas R. Cech ISBN: 978-1-32405068-1

Val Satko is a retired Architect who for 15 years has taught and hosted courses in the sciences at OLLI. Since most of these have been in astronomy and cosmology, this course represents a departure of

inquiry that reaches into the realm of our future survival as a species on this and perhaps other planets.

HIS722 The Story of the Jewish People in the Land of Israel

Wednesday, 1-4 p.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

This course will cover the history of the Jewish people in the land of Israel from antiquity to the modern day. It will also cover the Arab-Israeli conflict. To understand that conflict better, we will make use of original published documents from the Arab side and from the Israeli side, so you can better understand each side’s perspective on the conflict. We will also view pertinent videos. Additionally, this course will attempt to answer the following questions: What is the history of the ancient Israelites? How did the ancient Israelites become the Jews? How did various empires that emerged over the course of history affect the Jewish people? What is the history of the Jews in medieval times? How does that relate to the land of Israel? How did the modern state of Israel form? What is modern Israel like today? This six-week course ends April 30.

Esther Pittman has a doctorate from Harvard U., was a tenured, full Professor of Organizational Behavior & Management, awarded her university's Best Professor Award and her Professional Society's National Distinguished Professor Award for "Outstanding Contributions to Management Education." She worked as a consultant to executives in industry. Esther and her parents are Holocaust survivors.

PAH834 Woodcarving 201

Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m., Herring Center, Graham (HC005), IP

Prerequisite for this class is Woodcarving 101 or having some

woodcarving experience. You should be able to maintain sharp tools and have proper safety equipment. Returning students will have projects or request new ones that will be supplied. New students will choose a project available or be assigned one to get started. Assorted carving tools will be available for use. Painting and finishing options will be discussed towards the end of term. Methods to keep tools sharp will be covered. The materials fee will cover all projects provided by the instructor. Materials fee: $35 (due to instructor at first class).

Kent Ellison has been carving since 2003 and has won numerous awards in competitions. He is a 20-year member of the Piedmont Wood Carvers Club. Kent has been teaching at OLLI and elsewhere since 2006.

CEB1762 Learn, Forrest, Learn

Wednesday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

My momma said this OLLI course was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna get.” Forrest Gump would like this course – eight sessions on varying topics. However, you won’t know what you’re gonna get until you arrive in the classroom. You might find something that you have been waiting all your life to learn.

Sally Bornmueller is the coordinator of this course. This course will be taught by a variety of OLLI instructors on a variety of subjects, each to be revealed on the day of each session.

HIS681 Curiosity Cured: Things You've Always Wanted to Know

Wednesday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

Each week we will have a different speaker on a different topic. Learn something new each week. Topics will range from "The Connection between Health and Housing,"

to "The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy”, from "Casinos" to "UFOs".

Sarah Fletcher, the founding Director of Furman University Learning in Retirement (FULIR, now called OLLI) for the first 15 years, will facilitate this course.

PAH893b Zentangle Delights

Wednesday, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), IP

This Advanced Zentangle class will explore the World of Zentangle Drawing using some of the many different tiles and pens available for Zentangle artists. We will draw on tiles that are Square, Rectangular, Triangular and Round as well as some other interesting shapes like hexagons and octagons and even more! You will be amazed and delighted with the fun we are going to have this term! Materials Fee: $45 Due to Instructor at the first class.

Pam Stevenson is a lifelong artist in multiple disciplines including sewing, quilting, embroidery, papercrafts, and drawing. She has been a Certified Zentangle Teacher since 2015 and has taught Zentangle Drawing at OLLI for several years.

PAH960 Amazing Botanists and Captivating Camellias

Wednesday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Huff (HC105), IP

Enjoy a four-week class on The ABCs: Amazing Botanists and Captivating Camellias. The Travelers Rest Garden Club President, Rose Mary Le Blanc, will discuss her vision for Travelers Rest and the Spring Park Inn, and how important the Inn was to the city we all love. We will explore information on South Carolina Garden Clubs, famous botanists and gardens, and investigate the history of the captivating camellia flower.

Yvonne Matthews is a retired NYS and CT educator and co-chair of

curriculum at OLLI. Rose Mary LeBlanc is a Travelers Rest resident and President of the Travelers Rest Garden Club.

Thursday

HFE510 Peter’s Slow Hiking: Intermediate Hikes, Slower Pace

Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Herring Center, Parking Lot (front of Timmons), IP

This group is for those who enjoy moderately challenging hikes but would prefer to take their time to enjoy the scenery and rest along the way. The hikes will be mostly intermediate hikes with 1-2 easy and 1-2 advanced. The target zone will be 4–8 miles with 300–1200 feet elevation changes but at a relaxed pace. Some challenging rock hopping may be required. Hikes will be chosen using All-Trails and/or South Carolina Hikes web apps based on distance, elevation change, and difficulty rating. Pace will be MODERATE and will include rest breaks after steep inclines as well as frequent photography and comfort stops. Downhill pace will be adjusted to allow hikers to avoid knee strain. Hiking locations will range from Pisgah National Forest in the North to Chattooga River in the South but will generally be within a 30–90 minute drive from Furman. Hikers should plan on starting from the trailhead 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. and returning to the trailhead between 3:00 and 4:00 p.m. This may require leaving the Herring Center parking lot as early as 8:30 a.m. and returning as late as 5:30 p.m. Every effort, except rushing the slower hikers, will be made to finish earlier but slow hiking does take longer.

Peter Sperry is an avid hiker and walker who enjoys sharing the trails with others.

MUS210 Music’s Hidden Language

Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP When a soloist or ensemble performs, we can be swept away with how beautifully the musicians communicate. But how does the composer tell the musicians how to play their work? What kind of language do composers use to tell performers about their intentions? In this class we will explore the vocabulary composers use to “talk” to the musicians who perform their work. We will examine the fundamentals of notating rhythm, pitch, dynamics, timbre, tempo, and other elements of a musical score.

Gary J. Malvern is a professor of music history at Furman University. Gary has served as principal trumpet of the National Repertory Orchestra, the Colorado Philharmonic and the American Wind Symphony, and has served as principal and co-principal trumpet of the Greenville Symphony Orchestra since 1983.

PHO1716 Spring Shooting in Public Gardens

Thursday, 9-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

Join us as spring awakens the colors of Nature and we follow its path. We will meet at each week's destination at 9 a.m. to shoot as a group under the guidance and coaching of two instructors. The first class will be a classroom introduction. For the next 6 weeks we will meet at 9 a.m with the goal of being back home by noon. The shooting locations are designed to be within one hour's drive for most participants. Any walking required will be "easy" and less than 2 miles roundtrip. All levels of experience and types of cameras are welcome. These are fun field trips for students to practice what they love and to try new perspectives to their subject. On week 8 we will meet to celebrate and enjoy a slide presentation from the 6 weeks of shooting.

Please note class formats: Z = Zoom, IP = In-person or H = Hybrid.

OLLI Course Calendar | March 24 - May 16, 2025

Monday

9-10:30 a.m.

HFE501 Monday's Intermediate Hiking* (Greer/Peretz) HPL, IP 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

HFE513 High Country Hikers* (Davis/Vissage) HPL, IP 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

HIS691 Ancient Greek Thought into Arabic Culture (Zampaki), ZOOM

RPH927 The Foundations of Jewish Ethics (Leffert) HC103, IP

10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

ART110 Ceramics 101* (Colton) HC005, IP 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

CEB1791 Preserve Your Wealth and Your Legacy (Stuart) HC113, IP

HFE622 Resistance Band Training for Women* (Long) HC110, IP 10:45-11:45 a.m.

HFE527 Yoga Therapy for Injuries* (Blanchard) HC110, IP Noon-1:15 p.m.

HFE626 Introduction to Country Dancing (Cicchetti/Cicchetti) GFS, IP

HIS962 America's Highways (Duncan/Withrow) HC004, IP

PAH801a Chinese Home Cooking Chen HC105/106, IP

PAH954 Crafting for Missions (Gabbert) HC102, IP

RPH1011 Old Testament: Origins and Parallels (Gillespie) HC111, IP

RPH903 Hebrew Prophets (Leffert) HC103, IP

SNM1086 The Gift of Dogs (Nedved) HC104, IP

1:30-3 p.m.

ART111 Intermediate Acrylic Painting* (Rice) HC005, IP 1-4 p.m.

HIS629 Post Cold War Espionage & Covert Operations (Fannin) HC004, IP

HFE562 Yoga for the Optimal You* (Ried-Barton) HC110, IP 1:30-2:45 p.m.

LAN792 Biblical Hebrew III (Leffert) HC103, IP

LIT118 American Poetry (McMaster) HC102, IP

MUS213 The Philosophy of Modern Song (Gardner) HC111, IP

PAH893a Zentangle Delights (Stevenson), ZOOM

PPG1320 The Psychology of Poverty (Templeton) HC104, IP

Tuesday

9-10:30 a.m.

HFE515 Aquacize* (Buschmann/Parker) Pool, IP 9-10 a.m.

HFE509 Talk and Walk* (Bornmueller), IP 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

HFE589 Let's Get Stronger!* (Martin) HC110, IP 9-10 a.m.

CPT316 AI for use in Art and Literature (Koegler/Magee) HC005, IP

HIS963 Southern Campaign in the American Revolution (Little) HC111, IP

HIS964 Portrait of the World Before the Great War (Dzur) HC004, IP

LIT100a Let's Read and Talk (Scieszka/Shakiban) HC103, IP

LIT100b Let's Read and Talk (Scieszka/Shakiban), ZOOM

MUS303 Guitar III (Howell/Enloe/Waller) HC113, IP

SNM1105 Introduction to Aircraft Weight and Balance (Vaughn) HC104, IP 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

HFE623 Intermediate Pickleball* (McClelland/Wright) NVJ, IP 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

PAH889 Intermediate Bridge Part II* (Clancy/Clancy) HC113, IP 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

CEB1707 Retirement Wealth Management (Burkhardt/Flink) HC104, IP

CEB1782 Advocating with Local Government (Mansbach) HC004, IP

HIS1715 1715: Kings, Philosophes , and Pirates (Fehler) HC110, IP

HIS969 Aircraft Carriers (Blacklidge) HC111, IP

LIT109a Experienced Writers Write On (Chandler) HC005, IP

LIT116 The American Short Story (Lee) HC102, IP

PAH801b Chinese Home Cooking (Chen) HC105/106, IP

PAH955 Knitting with Color (Buono, Heather) HC103, IP

1:30-3 p.m.

ART115 Improv 101 (Shaikh-Shenk) HC004, IP

HIS965 The 60s (Fisher) HC111, IP

HIS966 The Ohioans (Vyrostek) HC110, IP

PAH956 Let's Knit Some Baskets (Buono) HC103, IP

PAH957 Introduction to Quilling (Huck/Stoop) HC113, IP

PAH959 Flat Pattern Fashion Design II (Newman) HC102, IP

PHO1714 Family Photography for Grandparents (Hosek/Shusterman) HC104, IP

Wednesday

9-10:30 a.m.

PAH800 Woodcarving 101* (Ellison) HC005, IP 9 a.m.-noon

MUS208 Sigal Music Museum Series (Grier) HC111, IP

HIS627 Terrorism (Fannin) HC110, IP

LAN741 Italian for Travelers (Blitstein/Blitstein) HC104, IP

PHO1651 The Latent Image in Black & White Photography (Buurman) HC102, IP

PPG1385 Dementia Dialogues (Coogler) HC105, IP 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

ART114 Art and Architecture of Ancient America (Whittington) HC004, IP

HFE519 International Folk & Line Dance Favorites (Pizzuto/Rakes) GFS, IP

HIS967 Battle of the Bulge (Knight) Woodlands, IP

LAN770 Destinos V (Getz) HC105, IP

LAN802 Let's Speak More Italian (Blitstein/Blitstein) HC104, IP

MUS211 Forever Young: Dylan in the 21st Century (Owens) HC110, IP

PHO1702 You Are What You Shoot; You Shoot What You Are (Jensen/Schlein), ZOOM

PPG1403 Grandparenting (Grinstead) HC102, IP

SNM1110 The Science of Fantasy (Mawby) HC113, IP

SNM1111 RNA: The Molecule of Life (Satko) HC111, IP

1:30-3 p.m.

HIS722 The Jewish People in the Land of Israel* (Pittman) HC104, IP 1-4 p.m.

PAH834 Woodcarving 201* (Ellison) HC005, IP 1-4 p.m.

CEB1762 Learn, Forrest, Learn (Bornmueller) HC110, IP

HIS681 Curiosity Cured (Fletcher) HC111, IP

PAH893b Zentangle Delights (Stevenson) HC004, IP

PAH960 Amazing Botanists and Captivating Camellias (LeBlanc/Matthews) HC105, IP

Thursday

9-10:30 a.m.

HFE515 Aquacize* (Parker/Buschmannn) Pool, IP 9-10 a.m.

HFE510 Peter's Slow Hiking* (Sperry/York) HPL, IP 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

MUS210 Music's Hidden Language (Malvern) HC110, IP

PHO1716 Spring Shooting in Public Gardens (Buurmann/Thaler) HC104, IP

SNM1106 Submarine Development and Operations (Dietrich) HC111, IP 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

PAH864 Advanced Beginners Bridge* (Clancy/Clancy) HC113, IP 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

HIS968 Bourbon: America's Native Spirit* (Updegrave), ZOOM 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

ART113 The Play's the Thing (Azar) HC111, IP

HFE625 International Folk Dance-Bal Folk (Zweigoron/McKenney) GFS, IP

HIS685 Interesting Characters in History (Henry) HC110, IP

LAN804 Fun with Simple French Conversations (Van Bergen) Woodlands, IP

LIT105 Write Life (Moston) HC105, IP

LIT109b Experienced Writers Write On (Chandler) HC005, IP

PAH906 American-Style Mah Jongg (Gleich/Hoffman) HC104, IP

PHO1632 Macro and Close Up Photography Basics (Markway/Singer/Winiski) HC102, IP

PPG1407 All About Grief (Haymes), ZOOM

SNM1113 Interesting Science and Scientists (Gurney/Nedved) HC004, IP

1:30-3 p.m.

ART101 Acting & Performing (Board-Rein/Hachem) HC105, IP

ART112 It's a Mystery (Kelly) HC110, IP

CEB1792 How Tax Planning Changes (Stilwell) HC102, IP

HFE624 Foundations of Self-Healing (Phelps/Stump) HC005, IP

HIS624 American Revolution and the French (Padgett) HC004, HYBRID

HIS630 Last Week's News (Manning) HC103, IP

HIS698 SC in the 20th Century: A Time of Change (Greer) HC111, IP

LIT117 Timeless Tale of Forbidden Love (Dembin) HC113, IP

PHO1706 Introduction to Astrophotography (Griffith) HC104, IP

Friday

8:30 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

HFE503 The Rock Stars* (Hill/Stuck), IP 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

HFE504 Anthony's Intermediate Hiking* (Cicone, Anthony) HPL, IP 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

HFE613 Supported Yoga (Beginner Friendly)* (Baiden/Baiden) HC110, IP 8:30-9:45 a.m.

LAN807 German IV (Hickey), ZOOM

10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

HFE581 Pickleball I* (Derr/Hamilton), IP 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

SNM1000 Forensic Meteorology (Lee) HC004, IP

Bob Buurman and Marcie Thaler both began with film and a SLR but in retirement have realized the wonders of digital photography with special interest in nature and travel photography. Both enjoy sharing their passion with others.

SNM1106 The History of Submarine Development and Operations

Thursday, 9.-10:30 a.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

This course will cover the remarkable evolution of submarines from the American Revolution's Turtle to the modern nuclear submarine and how they operate, fight, and live underwater. Topics that will be addressed include control of submarines underwater, propulsion methods, navigation challenges, submarine weapons and tactics, development of anti-submarine warfare, and life aboard ship for their crews.

John Dietrich has a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy. He served on three nuclear powered submarines (SSBN 599, SSN 684, and SSBN 631) between 1973 and 1979.

ART113 The Play's the Thing

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP

Do you love to go to the theatre, but never have the chance to talk about the productions with your friends? Guided by a theatre professional, we'll see local productions and use time in class to discuss the show and all the theatrical elements that make for quality entertainment in live performance.

Shows will potentially include: “Cabaret” and “Waitress” at Centre Stage SC, “King James” at The Warehouse Theatre, “Tuesdays With Morrie” at Greenville Theatre, “Tartuffe” at Furman Theatre, and “Matilda” at SC Children's Theatre! We may add titles depending on the

scheduling of the term. Participants will see the shows on their own in preparation for discussion in class. Maegan McNerney Azar is the Chair of Furman's Theatre Arts Department. She is a member of Actors' Equity Association. Maegan has an MFA in Acting Pedagogy from the University of Alabama.

HFE625 International Folk Dance— Bal Folk

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.,

Herman W. Lay Physical Activities Center, Group Fitness Studio, IP

Meet Bal Folk (French for folk dance), the new recreational dance craze in Europe. This is a ‘not your parent’s’ form of international folk dance which is being embraced by the younger generation in Europe. It features a more relaxed style, world music with modern instruments and steps that are easy to learn and bring a smile to your face. No partner or prior experience is needed, and dances will be adapted to make them fun and safe for everyone. Here is your chance to enjoy painless exercise along with the world’s favorite music! Time will also be allotted for international folk dances taught previously at OLLI.

Beth Zweigoron has practiced, studied and taught International Folk Dance since 1972. She founded Greenville International Folk Dancers and served on IFD boards in Minneapolis, Greenville and North Carolina. Judy McKenney will assist with this course.

HIS685 Interesting Characters in History

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

The topics and instructors will include: Carole King by Jann Howell, JP Morgan by Lahnice Hallister, Paul Volcker by Bill Bridges, MTV by Doug Greenlaw, Boris Yeltsin by Michael Roosevelt, Marjorie Merriweather Post by Sally Bornmueller, and Theodore Vail by Dave Johnson. *Updated 1.27.25

This class will have a different presenter each week. Class moderator Tim Henry is a history buff and has taught at OLLI.

LIT105 Write Life

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Huff (HC105), IP

Write Life – in 300 words or less. These short snapshot scenes from moments in time can stand alone or be part of a larger story, whether fiction or nonfiction. Through inclass exercises that model great lines from other artists and weekly submissions generated by focused prompts, participants will have an opportunity to demonstrate their own “write tight” skills. Similar in format to previous classes—different emphases, examples, and exercises. However, there will likely be few repeated favorites because, as Groucho Marx said, “If you’ve heard this story before, don’t interrupt me. I’d like to hear it again.”

Marcia Moston has been helping OLLI members write their stories since 2015. She is an award-winning author of two books and has contributed to several magazines, newspapers, and anthologies.

LIT109b Experienced Writers Write On

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Graham (HC005), IP

If your goal for spring is to kick up your writing skills, this is the class for you! "Experienced Writers" will help you to create and communicate through concept development, drafting, and revision as you journey toward more effective writing skills. Structure and usage are tools for compelling prose and poetry. Writing prompts will enhance your creativity, and you will receive instructor feedback on each submission. Participants may also offer selections from their long-term writing projects,

both fiction and non-fiction. Class size is limited so that every student has an opportunity to present. This is NOT a class for beginners. Completion of a writing course or demonstrated experience is required.

Dr. Judith Chandler is a retired Furman professor and has taught at OLLI since its inception. She is also an artist and community volunteer.

PAH864 Advanced Beginners Bridge

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Herring Center, Small Arts/Crafts (HC113), IP

This class is for individuals who have completed a beginner course and want to continue their bridge education and for social players wishing to improve their game. We will emphasize hands-on learning through active student participation, with a minimum of lecture time. The goal is to enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the game while building a foundation, which will serve you as you progress as a player. Among the subjects we will cover are: declarer and defensive play, competitive bidding and essential conventions including Stayman, Transfers, Weak-Two Bids, Take-out Doubles and Blackwood. Upon completion you will have the tools to be a competitive social player and the confidence to play duplicate bridge at your local club.

John Clancy is an accredited bridge teacher with over 25 years experience and a Gold Life Master. Karen Clancy, a life master, will assist with this course.

PAH906 American-Style Mah Jongg

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

Learn the popular game of American-style Mah Jongg that is played using tiles instead of cards and is like the "gin rummy" card

game. This course will explain the game pieces, rules and strategy (based on the National Mah Jongg League) and the etiquette/courtesy that are very important to the game. Men and women of all ages play "Mahj" around the world. No prior knowledge of mah jongg or other card/board games is required. American-style Mah Jongg is a social game that requires some skill but also a lot of luck to win! A $15 fee for materials will be due to the instructor.

Cheryl Gleich learned how to play Mah Jongg at OLLI about 15 years ago. She plays the game locally with friends and often travels to tournaments held around the country.

PHO1632

Macro and Close-Up Photography Basics

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Vick Seminar (HC102), IP

The course will discuss fundamental and advanced techniques as well as equipment pertinent to macro and close-up photography. You will be using your digital camera with interchangeable lenses. Students will be expected to take photos outside of class, submit them, and discuss their work during constructive critique by the class. This class requires a photography proficiency of level 2 or 3 as described in the course catalog.

Bob Markway is a retired engineer and avid digital photographer. Allen Winiski has been a photographer since 1965 when he picked up his first film camera. His first passion was macro photography which he shot in both film and digital format using almost every macro setup known to man and will be assisting with the class. Stephen Singer has been a nature, travel and macro photographer for over 50 years and will be assisting in this class.

PPG1407 All About

Grief

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Meets online, Z

Loss is a universal part of human experience, and yet grief feels like being dropped into a foreign country. This course will highlight new grief research, provide frameworks for understanding grief, and offer practical considerations for helping ourselves and others.

Peggy Haymes, LCMHC, is a graduate of Furman (Religion major, 1982). Having led grief workshops across the country for over 20 years, she is also the creator of the Navigating GriefLand small group curriculum.

SNM1113 Interesting Science and Scientists

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), IP

We enjoy many modern conveniences that scientists and science have made possible—some more important than others. This course focuses on men and women of science who participated in significant and lasting contributions that shaped the world we live in. Among them is Nobel Prize laureate Charles Townes, Greenville native and Furman graduate, who began the incredible story of Laser technology. Others, like Amalie Noether, contributed in Physics to the Theory of Relativity understanding. Isaac Newton stood out and will be discussed. The Science of Fission & Fusion will be explained. Instructors will encourage class discussion as all of us are affected by the many contributions of science that have shaped our world.

Don Gurney and Tony Nedved are Co-Chairs of OLLI’s Science and Math (SNM) curriculum subcommittee and will be speakers. There will also be other guest speakers from the SNM Committee.

Please note class formats: Z = Zoom, IP = In-person or H = Hybrid.

HIS968 Bourbon: America's Native Spirit

Thursday, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Meets online, Z

This course will cover all that bourbon is and is not. We will explore the many different types of bourbon, such as single barrel, small batch and cask strength. You will learn about different taste profiles like wood, rye and fruit and floral, and where those profiles come from. We will discuss the many aspects of the bourbon industry, including its history, production methods, marketing and advertising. Feel free to sip along at home while you discover the appeal of America’s native spirit. This course is being offered in partnership with OLLI @ NC State University. This 3-week course meets April 3, 10, and 17.

Ken Updegrave has a degree in Accounting from NC State. He is employed by Resource Financial Services, helping older adults plan and execute strategies to maximize their retirement lifestyle. Ken has been a bourbon drinker going back many years; he took an inopportune travel mistake as an opportunity to go down the rabbit hole of traveling the Kentucky Bourbon Trail and learning more about its history and how it’s made.

ART101 Acting & Performing

Thursday, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Herring Center, Huff (HC105), IP

Students will learn the art of performing through monologues, scenes and improvisation. At the end of the term, students will be able to put on a show. The student can either have no experience or be advanced and just want to sharpen their skills. The class is designed to satisfy all levels of performing. Acting materials will be supplied by the instructors. This is a fun class helping students with everyday situations such as public speaking and confidence in a group setting

and simply the joy of performing.

If you know you will have more than one absence from class, please enroll in the next semester this class is given. We build on each class following the prior one and it makes it difficult for everyone if there are many absences. Missing more than one class will significantly disadvantage your learning as well as that of your fellow students.

Francine Hachem has her master’s certification from WillO-Way Apprentice Theatre in Bloomfield, Michigan. She was the theatre director for Older Person Commission in Michigan for 15 years. Gayl Board-Rein will assist with this course.

ART112 It’s a Mystery

Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

The 1990 theft of 13 invaluable works of art from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston remains a mystery. No arrests have been made. No works have been recovered. The stolen works are valued at hundreds of millions of dollars by the FBI and by art dealers. The museum offers a $10 million reward for information leading to the recovery of the art, the largest bounty ever offered by a private institution. Join me as we investigate the theft—who did it and how—and study the missing works of art, which include "The Concert" by Johannes Vermeer, "The Storm on the Sea of Galilee" by Rembrandt, and among others, paintings and sketches by Rembrandt, Edgar Degas, and Edouard Manet.

Linda Kelly has a master’s degree in Liberal Arts. She is excited to be teaching at OLLI again this spring.

CEB1792 How Tax Planning Changes Through Four Stages of Retirement

Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Vick Seminar (HC102), IP

Retirees often don’t understand how taxes work in retirement. But they’re keenly concerned about the size of their tax bill each year. Learn what’s involved in creating a retirement tax strategy.

Participants will learn about various types of taxes encountered at different stages of retirement and understand how these taxes affect Social Security and Medicare. The course emphasizes planning when to draw from different accounts to avoid overpaying taxes and explores critical topics, including the key tax questions to address before retirement, unexpected costs that can make retirement more expensive, and strategies to sidestep the Social Security “tax trap.” Students will gain insights into how withdrawing assets in the wrong sequence can lead to increased Medicare premiums, as well as the importance of managing taxes before retirement begins. The program also covers the four stages of retirement, highlighting important tax actions for each phase, including complex IRA matters, and identifies mistakes to avoid concerning investment portfolios, health care, and estate planning.

As Senior Advisor and Founder of Clarity Financial Solutions, Amanda Stilwell helps clients plan for their retirement years and navigate the complex financial landscape with care. Education is the foundation in navigating topics unique to retirement.

HFE624 Foundations of Self-Healing

Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Graham (HC005), IP

Foundations of Self-Healing will be led by a series of dedicated practitioners from ReGenerate Wellness Center. Modern Medicine has compartmentalized chronic health issues, disregarding that we are designed as a whole body system. In the spirit of Hippocrates (“Natural forces within us are the

true healers of disease"), we want to empower you by amplifying your understanding of the connections between Mind, Body, and Spirit. Each class includes handson learning and opportunities to participate. Topics include: the Basics of Empowered SelfHealing, Therapeutic Massage, the Importance of the Lymphatic System, Cellular Health and Energy Enhancement System Technology, Emotion & Body Code, Network Chiropractic, Detoxification Practices and Technologies, and Natural Supplementation.

Elizabeth Stump, Certified Massage and FLOWpresso therapist and educator, and Josh McGinn, Certified ZYTO, Emotion/Body Code practitioner, are owners of ReGenerate Wellness, a collective of healing professionals specializing in self-healing.

HIS624 The American Revolution and the French Contributions to Its Success

Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), H

Learn the back story of the American Revolution from the streets of Paris. Via a visual tour we will visit 23 historical markers, statues, buildings, and locations in Paris related to the French connection to our American Revolution (1776-1800). This was vitally important to the success of our insurgency, and the French are proud of their involvement in the history that we share. Learn more about the times when Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Paine, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and others walked Parisian streets and French soldiers shouldered muskets and brought cannons to support the Patriot cause. This four-week course ends April 17.

Mary Jo Padgett lived in Paris. Every year she teaches classes and conducts guided history walks for the American Library in Paris.

HIS630 Last Week's News

Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, President's Conference (HC103), IP

If you are a news junkie and enjoy discussing issues of the day with diverse thinkers, this class is for you. We will examine news articles from various perspectives as a foundation for small group discussions. If you are a person who does not want to hear an opposing point of view, you will not have a good time in this class. Discussion will be facilitated through questions with a goal to have thoughtful, respectful, open class participation.

Maggie Manning holds a B.S. in Industrial and Labor Relations and an M.A. in Organizational Development. She has been a member of OLLI since 2006 and an instructor since 2018.

HIS698 South Carolina in the 20th Century: A Time of Change

Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Piper (HC111), IP South Carolina underwent major social, economic, and political changes in the 20th century. The goal of this class is to highlight the major people and events in this time period. Lectures, artifacts, and primary sources will be utilized to "bring this period alive."

Larry Greer, Ph.D., is a retired history teacher. He has written history curriculum materials for the state, and for national book publishers.

LIT117 The Timeless Tale of Forbidden Love

Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Small Arts/Crafts (HC113), IP

In this class we will start with the earlier narrative poem on which the plot of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is based. The class will be covering the plot, literary analysis, fair Verona, Juliet’s balcony scene and much more. We will discuss

the stage plays, musicals, spin-offs, movies (both musical and non), ballet and opera right into the present with accompanying media. This tragic tale of generational animosity still applies today. If the romantic in you is still alive, this class is for you.

Nina Dembin has taught several classes in Shakespeare at OLLI. She loves to accompany her teaching with audio-visuals. Ms. Dembin has a Master’s Degree in Library Science.

PHO1706 An Introduction to Astrophotography

Thursday, 1:30-3 p.m., Herring Center, Larkin (HC104), IP

The ability to photograph what is in the night sky reveals wondrous objects the human eye cannot see. This course offers an introduction to the basics of astrophotography, enabling you to begin to explore the universe. The cost of the hobby ranges from no added expense to thousands of dollars for equipment, depending on the type and quality of images you seek. This course will include a session under the stars and a demonstration of how images are brought to life afterwards. Level 2: A basic understanding of digital photographic principles is required (see FAQ for level descriptions)

*Please note: This is a five-week course. The offsite session will be dependent on the weather*

Bill Griffith has been learning the art of astrophotography since early 2021. During this time, his images have continued to evolve from simple Milky Way photography to more challenging deep-space astrophotography.

Thursday Lunch Book Clubs

MYSTERY READING GROUP

HC003 12:30-1:15 p.m.

Contact: Heidi Wright at Heidi.Wright @ furman.edu

Books for the Spring Term are:

April 3

Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera

April 17 Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll

May 1 The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman

May 15 His & Hers by Alice Feeney

ROGUE READERS

HC104 12:30-1:15 p.m.

Contact: Gayl Glover at ggonstarsong @hotmail.com

Elisa Golden will host a concurrent Zoom meeting of this group.

Books for the Spring Term are:

March 27 The Women by Kristen Hannah

April 10 Glory Be by Danielle Arcaneaux

April 24 The Little Liar by Mitch Albom

May 8

Friday

HFE503 The Rock Stars

Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Meets offsite, IP

Explore the mountain trails of Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina. Hike 6–10 miles at a moderately strenuous to strenuous pace. Please clear physical activity with your physician before registering. Bring water, lunch, and hiking gear including sturdy footwear. Carpool.

Willie Stuck will lead these hikes. Mike Hill will assist.

HFE504 Anthony’s Intermediate Hiking

Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Herring Center, Parking Lot (front of Timmons), IP

We will be hiking distances of plus or minus 4–12 miles with elevation gains approximating (at the very most) as much as 2,000 feet. We will be hiking at a pace between 2 to 2.5 miles per hour, depending on the elevation changes, trail conditions, water crossings, etc. We will take time to stop along the trails to take in waterfalls, panoramic views, tranquil lakes and gurgling streams. Before beginning every hike we will allow time for stretching. We will allow ample time for lunch and will try to make our lunch stops at places with beautiful views. We will sometimes stop to identify various types of flora.

Anthony Cicone, retired Presbyterian Minister, has been walking through the woods since he was a child. He still enjoys sharing this form of recreation with others.

LAN807 German IV

Friday, 9-10:30 a.m., Meets online, Z

This ongoing German course is centered on increasing fluency, expanding vocabulary and deepening the knowledge of grammar and structures. NOTE: This is a four-week course, starting on March 28 and ending on May 16. The 4 classes are March 28, April 18, May 2, and May 16.

Sonja Hickey was raised in a German-speaking household and studied German in high school and college. Sonja loves German and hopes you will, too!

HFE581 Pickleball I

Friday, 10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m., North Village Pavilion, Pickleball Courts, IP Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America, it is not only a fun sport but also an extremely social activity as well. Played on dedicated pickleball courts or modified tennis courts it is played with a perforated ball and a special paddle. It is easy to learn and utilizes skills found in tennis, table tennis and racquetball. Because of the modified court, it appeals to those people who love a competitive sport that can be less physically demanding. This course was designed specifically as an entry-level course for beginner players to become acquainted with the gift of pickleball. Paddles and balls are provided.

Jim Derr and Bud Hamilton are pickleball enthusiasts, both indoor and outdoor, who have played at venues throughout the state. They look forward to introducing this fastgrowing and socially active sport to future pickleballers.

Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Rayburn

Register online at furman.edu/olli

SNM1000 Forensic Meteorology:

When Weather Goes to Court

Friday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Herring Center, Campbell (HC004), IP

Weather-related losses of life and property frequently lead to litigation that requires a detailed analysis of weather conditions at the time and place that the loss occurred. The process of reconstructing such scenarios from all available data and eyewitness accounts is known as forensic meteorology. The class will review examples of the application of meteorology to legal proceedings involving aircraft accidents, shipping casualties, traffic collisions, and insurance claims involving tropical cyclone damage assessments. The emphasis will be on the meteorological details that impacted the outcome of cases rather than the legal technicalities involved.

Larry Lee had a 41-year career at six locations in the NOAA/National

Weather Service. His background includes forecasting storms, wind, and waves in the Bering Sea, Gulf of Alaska, and along the Carolina coast.

HFE613 Supported Yoga (Beginner Friendly)

Friday, 8:30-9:45 a.m., Herring Center, Crabtree (HC110), IP

In our go-go-go and fast-paced world, we get significant benefits from yoga; it enables slow and purposeful movement that strengthens our bodies and opens us to peaceful internal energies. This is a safe, practical style of yoga that is understandable, doable, and accessible to all fitness levels. Our breath-centered practice includes strength, flexibility, balance, and relaxation while encouraging us to listen to our body’s individual needs. The class is a mixture of mat/floor and standing postures with props

Offsite Locations

HIS967 Battle of the Bulge

Wednesday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., The Woodlands, Camellia, IP

such as chairs, blocks, blankets, and straps available for support. No previous yoga experience is required. This seven-week course begins April 4.

Dhara Baiden embarked on her yoga journey 15 years ago, initially out of curiosity but soon recognizing its profound benefits. Certified through Zen Rabbit Yoga in Travelers Rest, South Carolina, and in trauma-informed yoga, she's also a National Board Certified Teacher and a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor. Outside yoga, she explores the world with her husband, Jake.

(NOTE: These courses are open to all OLLI members.)

Delve into the pivotal World War II confrontation known as the Battle of the Bulge. In this course, we’ll explore the motivations, strategies, and outcomes from both the German and Allied perspectives. The course will be taught through lecture and video, including clips from “Band of Brothers.” We'll focus on the origins of the battle from the German viewpoint, and then examine the American response and initial stance. After that we dive into key strategic maneuvers, and the final session concludes with an analysis of the battle's end and its aftermath for both sides. Join us for a look at one of WWII’s most significant battles. This four-week course ends April 16.

Bob Knight is an amateur Historian who has studied WW2 History for 35 years. Both he and Jacque Knight have made multiple trips to Bastogne and the surrounding region studying the Battle.

LAN804 Fun with Simple French Conversations

Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., The Woodlands, Camellia, IP

Did the Olympic Games reawaken your interest in speaking French? Are you planning a trip to Europe? Or are you simply interested in revisiting your French conversational skills? Whatever the reason, we’ll enjoy speaking simple French together, and making it painless. Our guide will be the small text, “101 Conversations in Simple French” by Olly Richards (ISBN: 1914190017). It is available through Amazon for $15.00. We shall, of course, have our own conversations, but this text provides a comfortable starting point.

Peg VanBergen has been speaking French since her youth. Since graduating from Mt. Holyoke College, she has enjoyed learning, teaching, and using a variety of languages in work and play. French remains her favorite language.

Please note class formats: Z = Zoom, IP = In-person or H = Hybrid.

THE WOODLANDS AT FURMAN

Friday Bonus Trips & Events

BTE1123 Business Owner Exit Planning

Mar. 28, 10 a.m.-noon, HC111, IP

BTE1425 Tour Greenville's New Public Works Facility Mar. 28, 10 a.m.-noon, IP

BTE1105 Peace Center Tour Mar. 28, 10 a.m.-noon, IP

BTE1545 Only Hope: My Mother and the Holocaust

Brought to Light Mar. 28, 1-3 p.m., Z

BTE1128 Cultivating Young Critical Readers and Change Makers

Mar. 28, 1-3 p.m., HC111, IP

BTE1181 AI: History, Accomplishments, Philosophical and Moral Questions

Apr. 4, 10-11:30 a.m., HC110, IP

BTE1135 The Talk of a Lifetime: Pre-planning End-ofLife Decisions

Apr. 4, 10 a.m.-noon, HC111, IP

BTE1179 Threads Apr. 4, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., HC113, IP

BTE1182 Camping with Kierkegaard Apr. 4, 1-2:30 p.m., HC110, IP

BTE1420 Make and Take Paper Stars

Apr. 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., HC113, IP

BTE1174 Stealth: Combat Aircraft that Evade Radar Apr. 11, 10 a.m.-noon, HC110, IP

BTE1116 Hands-Only CPR Apr. 11, 1-3 p.m., HC110, IP

BTE1589 12 Bar Blues Apr. 11, 1-3 p.m., HC105, IP

BTE1544 Creating Art with Alcohol Inks Apr. 11, 1-3:30 p.m., HC005, IP

BTE1153 Springtime Floral Table Design Apr. 25, 10 a.m.-noon, HC005, IP

BTE1151 Could the South Have Won the Civil War? Apr. 25, 10 a.m.-noon, HC110, IP

BTE1196 QPR: Learn How to Ask a Difficult Question Apr. 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., HC111, IP

BTE1155 White Wines of Washington Apr. 25, 1:30-3 p.m., HC105/106, IP

BTE1165 Grieg and Dance May 2, 10-11 a.m., HC111, IP

BTE1166 Greenville County Administration Building Tour May 2, 10-11:45 a.m., IP

BTE1161 A Celebration of Culture: The African American Experience May 2, 10 a.m.-noon, HC110, IP

BTE1169 Kent State: 55 Years Later May 2, 1-3 p.m., HC110, IP

BTE1191 Let Me Entertain You with Spring and Summer Green Salads May 2, 10 a.m.-noon, HC105/106, IP

BTE1172 Journey to the 8th Continent May 9, 10-11:30 a.m., HC111, IP

BTE1176 Rock and Roll in the 21st Century May 9, 1-3 p.m., HC110, IP

BTE1177 Is Solar Power the Answer? May 16, 9-10:30 a.m., HC111, IP

BTE1178 Ukraine Sponsorship Program May 16, 12:30-2 p.m., HC110, IP

BTE1409 A Visit to the Historic Liberia Community May 16, 1-3 p.m., IP

BTE1185 American Beauty May 16, 1-3 p.m., HC004, IP

with OLLI

If you like to explore, learn about and enjoy the surrounding area, then join these OLLI @ Furman Day Trips!

Little Africa, Strawberry Hill, USA, and Inman, SC

Thursday, April 17 – Limit: 9

Day trip to nearby Spartanburg County! Let’s drive scenic roads, coming and going, between northern Greenville and northern Spartanburg counties, on an excursion to Little Africa; Strawberry Hill, USA; and Inman, SC. This springtime trip will take us to Little Africa – an independent Black community formed in the years after the Civil War. We’ll learn about independent Black communities; and hear stories about the life of this particular one. Nearby, we’ll visit Spartanburg’s largest retail agribusiness, Strawberry Hill. Just in time for the beginning of the strawberry harvest. Plenty of other goodies on hand – including a country grill styled lunch, and homemade ice cream. On our “homeward” journey, we’ll check out Inman, SC, a town on the rise, with the coming of the Saluda Grade Rail Trail. Trip price: $85 / person; includes comfortable transportation, lunch, all touring / admissions.

Registration for this OLLI @ Furman Day Trip can be made with payment made by check, cash or credit card. Sign up in the OLLI office (first come, first served). You may also call 864.294.2998 to reserve your spot with your credit card.

The Travel Committee is thrilled to offer travel opportunities for OLLI members to explore both near and far. If you have travel related questions, please see Heidi Wright in the OLLI office.

Friday Bonus One-Day Trips & Events

BTE1123 Business Owner Exit Planning

Mar. 28, 10 a.m.-noon, HC111, IP

For a business owner, exit planning is all about being proactive and prioritizing the things you can control in transitioning away from ownership. A thoughtful exit planning strategy includes identifying and addressing personal, financial and business needs so you can confidently step away from a privately held business when and how you choose. Taking steps long before you’re ready to exit the business sets you up for a successful shift to your next chapter. This event will explain what, why and how to start exit planning, as well as identify components of an effective exit plan. Lonnie Decker, FA, Edward Jones, CFP™, CPWA® and CEPA®, will lead this event. Limit 40

BTE1425 Tour Greenville's New Public Works Facility

Mar. 28, 10 a.m.-noon, IP

Greenville recently moved the Department of Public Works from West Greenville to a new $26 million Public Works campus south of I-85. This department is responsible for the maintenance of the City’s infrastructure and for the collection and disposal of residential solid waste. The new facility includes buildings for administration, operations (Solid Waste, Stormwater, Wastewater, Streets, and Sidewalks), Fleet Services (nationally ranked), and a combo vehicle wash/ fueling facility. This tour will be led by Dave Derrick, Public Works Director. Ben Carroll, Public Works Deputy Director, and Scott McIver, Fleet Manager, will assist during the tour. Distance from Furman: 14 miles. Limit 20

BTE1105 Peace Center Tour

Mar. 28, 10 a.m.-noon, IP

Experience backstage access to the Peace Center campus, including the history and the people behind the magic. We’ll “peek behind the curtain” of Greenville’s home for performing arts and share stories, fun facts, and all that goes into a performance. Samantha Tucker and the Peace Center Development team will lead the tour and share more about the spaces where live theater comes to life – as well as the new spaces set to open in 2025. Distance from Furman: 5 miles. Limit 30

BTE1545 Only Hope: My Mother and the Holocaust Brought to Light

Mar. 28, 1-3 p.m., Z

Before she died in 1974, Felicia Bornstein Lubliner wrote about her internment in Polish ghettos and two Nazi concentration camps, powerful stories published by her son, Irving Lubliner. He will share excerpts from “Only Hope: A Survivor’s Stories of the Holocaust,” shedding light on his mother’s experiences and indomitable spirit, as well as his own experience as a child of Holocaust survivors. The leader of this event, Irving Lubliner, has taught mathematics for 40 years and currently teaches at OLLI at SOU (Southern Oregon University). Limit 150

BTE1128 Cultivating Young Critical Readers and Change Makers

Mar. 28, 1-3 p.m., HC111, IP

In this session, we will share about how to help young children become critical readers and change agents as they question the word and the world by examining whose story is told, whose story has been left out, and how those stories shape the way we learn about each other and our history. Learning the truth about history positions students to be better equipped to advocate for justice within and beyond the four walls of the classroom. Dr. Katie Kelly, leader of this event, is a professor at Furman University and a former elementary teacher and literacy coach. She is interested in engaging children in meaningful literacy practices to foster lifelong literacy, equity, and justice. Furman University students Katelyn Barnett and Emma Begg will assist with this event. *This course made possible by a grant from the OLLI Faculty Enrichment Fund.* Limit 40

BTE1181 AI: History, Accomplishments, Philosophical and Moral Questions

Apr. 4, 10-11:30 a.m., HC110, IP

This event will provide a technical overview of Artificial Intelligence, including a history of its development, key successes that have been realized, and important challenges faced as the field continues to grow. Attention will be given to the approach to AI that dominated the first 60 years of this 75 year old field, which involves computer simulations of forms with human reasoning. Then, we shall examine the more recent use of a particular computer architecture called an “artificial neural network” that enables “deep learning” (e.g., self-driving cars) and Generative AI (e.g.,

Chat GPT). Then, on the basis of this understanding of the field, we shall Identify some of the most pressing philosophical and moral questions that are raised by Artificial Intelligence, its applications, and the continued development of its capabilities. Of particular concern will be the notion of moral agency, moral blame, and what the age of AI might actually teach us about being human. Dr. Jack Hansen, leader of this event, has held various research and government leadership roles. Limit 120

BTE1135 The Talk of a Lifetime: Pre-planning End-of-Life Decisions

Apr. 4, 10 a.m.-noon, HC111, IP

End-of-life decisions and considerations are never easy to discuss but having the knowledge, education, and understanding of the funeral planning process can make all the difference when you are confronted with loss. Whether creating an intentional plan for yourself or exploring the nuances of the funeral profession, an informed person can ensure family and friends have a wholesome and healing experience of loss. We will explore the why and the how of the funeral planning process and provide an opportunity to ask questions with a panel of funeral and grief professionals. Ryan Essington, Advance Planning Funeral Director for Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes in Greenville, SC, will lead this event. Limit 40

BTE1179 Threads

Apr. 4, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., HC113, IP

For sustainability purposes, mankind has experimented with ways to recycle life’s bi-products. We began creating woven vessels, clothing, bedding and many other useful everyday objects. Throughout history, our unique ingenuity was obvious: moth cocoons spun to finest silk, animal hair woven into heavy woolen fabric and dried plant pods became soft cotton. Today all of these fibers bring beauty and joy to our everyday lives. Bring your personal crafting tools and join this event to investigate a period of time of self-expression through the artistic and creative use of thread. Materials fee: $50 payable to instructor. Myra Underwood, leader of this event, has explored thread art since the 1950s and Diana Myers, an advanced thread artist, will assist. Limit 12

BTE1182 Camping with Kierkegaard

April 4, 1-2:30 p.m., IP

In this session, Aaron Simmons takes us on a trip to the mountains to reflect on the meaning of life. In a world too often defined by a quest for “success” that leaves us empty, alone and anxious, Simmons seeks “faithfulness“ outdoors with thinkers and artists from Aristotle to Kierkegaard, Sartre to Anne Lamott and Kendrick Lamar to Donovan Woods. Simmons invites us to rethink what

it means to make choices, take risks, be alone and silent while cultivating friendships and to find our calling by facing our vulnerability. In the end, Simmons shows that faithfulness is more than a religious concept. It is about living a life of risk with direction. Limit 120

BTE1420 Make and Take Paper Stars

Apr. 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., HC113, IP

Moravian, German and Origami 3-dimensional 3 and 4 inch stars are made by folding a variety of long paper strips. They make wonderful gifts to have on hand or hang from a tree or in a window for the holidays or change of seasons. Attendees will enjoy a fun activity using spring and summer printed papers. Small motor skill finger dexterity is helpful and patience is a plus. Materials fee of $15 is payable to the instructor. Jill Breaux, leader of this event, studied art, design, healthy living and Feng Shui in the US and Canada.

Limit 10

BTE1174 Stealth: Combat Aircraft that Evade Radar

Apr. 11, 10 a.m.-noon, HC110, IP

Combat aircraft have dealt with detection from ground based radars as early as World War II. After several decades, radar evading technologies impacted combat aircraft designs, none more significant than the F-117 Stealth Fighter. A product of Lockheed’s “Skunk Works,” early flights of the F-117 were conducted in a highly classified environment located away from the eyes of potential adversaries. Attendees will watch the stealth story unfold, illustrating how it solved difficult design issues, eventually producing a lethal combat aircraft that was all but invisible to radar. This truly unique aircraft was employed several times in combat, most notably in support of Operation Desert Storm where it flew 1,365 combat missions from a base in Saudi Arabia to bomb targets in Iraq. Jay Gaskin (Colonel, USAF Retired), who served in senior leadership roles supporting the F-117, will lead this event. Limit 120

BTE1116 Hands-Only CPR

Apr. 11, 1-3 p.m., HC110, IP

Imagine speaking with someone who suddenly grabs their chest and collapses to the floor. Would you know what to do while waiting for EMS to arrive? Unfortunately, the risk for cardiac disease increases with age. Studies have shown that chances of survival from such an event increases with early intervention. This American Heart Association event will demonstrate how to perform Hands-Only CPR. Please note: this event is NOT for BLS certification. Randy Blouin, leader of this event, is a retired Pediatric Neurologist, having practiced in Greenville for 33 years. Gayle Blouin will assist with this event. Limit 30

BTE1589 12 Bar Blues

Apr. 11, 1-3 p.m., HC105, IP

With no previous piano experience necessary, learn to play the 12 Bar Blues on a piano keyboard. The right hand improvises using the blues scale while the left hand plays a walking blues pattern. Attendees must bring their own keyboard. Leading this event will be piano instructor Phyllis Dunne, a past President of Nebraska Federation of Music Clubs and Private Music Instructors of Omaha and a Master Artist with the Nebraska Arts Council. Limit 20

BTE1544 Creating Art with Alcohol Inks

Apr. 11, 1-3:30 p.m., HC005, IP

Join us for this fun, exciting workshop using alcohol inks to create beautiful, vibrant, abstract paintings. Demonstrations of different techniques will be given and you can try them all or choose the ones you prefer. This is a beginner level class for those interested in learning about this colorful medium, but you are welcome to attend if you have worked with alcohol inks in the past. WEAR OLD CLOTHES and/or an apron and BRING A ROLL OF PAPER TOWELS. All other supplies are included in the fee. Attendees may bring a snack for the break. Materials fee: $45 (due to instructor at event). Vicki Van Vynckt (www.vanvyncktfineart.com), who paints in oils, alcohol inks and other mediums and has taught art for over 20 years, will lead this event. Limit 16

BTE1153 Springtime Floral Table Design

Apr. 25, 10 a.m.-noon, HC005, IP

Unleash your creativity and learn how to craft a stunning spring centerpiece using locally sourced flowers! In this demonstration, attendees will discover the art of floral design and learn how to create a breathtaking table arrangement that captures the essence of spring. Participants will work with a variety of seasonal blooms and learn how to arrange them in a way that highlights their natural beauty. Melanie Coblentz, leader of this event, previously owned a floral business and now utilizes all her talents as the marketing director for White Wine and Butter and as the owner of YeahThatMom. com, a family-friendly activity and travel website. Limit 30

BTE1151 Could the South Have Won the Civil War?

Apr. 25, 10 a.m.-noon, HC110, IP

This event will attempt to answer a question that intrigues many Americans interested in the Civil War period of our history. Bob Dwyer, who has taught American history at OLLI for 16 years, will present his reasoning on how the seceded Southern states COULD have won the War. Following a break, attendees will turn to the question of, if they COULD and possibly SHOULD

have succeeded in some of their main goals, why DIDN’T they? Sober, civil and well-informed opinions will be welcomed in this open discussion. Limit 125

BTE1196 QPR: Learn How to Ask a Difficult Question

Apr. 25, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., HC111, IP

Question Persuade Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention

Gatekeeper Training is for the lay person who may encounter suicidal individuals in the course of their daily lives. QPR Gatekeeper Training is based upon the premise that people in despair typically do not selfrefer to a healthcare professional, but instead turn to an individual they trust; therefore, the gatekeeper’s role is to recognize and refer the person at risk. Gatekeeper Training will include basic information such as risk factors and warning signs, how to communicate with someone who may be at risk and how to refer for additional help. This is not a professional counseling course nor a substitute for a psychiatric evaluation or professional intervention. This will be an active learning experience and will include lecture content, case scenarios, supportive role-play, and questionand-answer. Upon completion of this event, attendees will receive a QPR booklet and certificate of training. Talking to someone about suicide is not easy, but this learning event can help. Materials fee of $3 is payable to the instructor at the time of the event. Julie Pullen DNP, leader of this event, has taught QPR for several years and believes it is an effective tool that expresses care, compassion, and a non-judgmental attitude that may help those at risk for suicide. Limit 20

BTE1155 White Wines of Washington

Apr. 25, 1:30-3 p.m., HC105/106, IP

If you think the state of Washington is all clouds and rain, think again. The eastern side of Washington has more days of sunshine than Napa Valley. The Columbia Valley has over 60,000 acres of vineyards and produces some of the world’s finest wines. During this event, we will explore this important wine region and taste four white wines from the Columbia Valley. Materials fee of $10 due to instructors at start of class. Bernie and Cindy Showman, leaders of this event, have an interest in the world of wine and have led many OLLI events about the subject. Limit 25

BTE1165 Grieg and Dance

May 2, 10-11 a.m., HC111, IP

Edvard Grieg’s music for Henrik Ibsen’s play “Peer Gynt” is one of his best-known and most loved works. These lively and tuneful compositions have been re-used for films, video games, commercials, and popular songs.

But did you know that this is because of the dancers and choreographers who first borrowed Grieg’s music for their own works in the early decades of the twentieth century? Join Patricia Sasser, Furman’s Music Librarian, to learn about how Grieg’s “Peer Gynt” music inspired ballet performances, Broadway shows, and much more and how it shaped modern dance and how dance helped to popularize Grieg. *This course made possible by a grant from the OLLI Faculty Enrichment Fund.* Limit 40

BTE1166 Greenville County Administration Building Tour

May 2, 10-11:45 a.m., IP

Greenville County Administration offices moved into their new building in July 2023. Attendees of this event will have the opportunity to tour the new buildings and learn more about the development on 33 acres in downtown Greenville. Distance from Furman: 6 miles. Joe Kernell, Greenville County Administrator, and Nicole Wood, Assistant Greenville County Administrator, will lead this event. Limit 60

BTE1161 A Celebration of Culture: The African American Experience

May 2, 10 a.m.-noon, HC110, IP

As an elementary school teacher, Caroline Kpaduwa, leader of this event, created a highly acclaimed stage production called “A Celebration of Culture” to teach children about their culture and the culture of others. Now in retirement, she rewrote the program and does it as a “One Woman Show” to teach and give back to the community. Caroline also began writing her family history and, with the help of her tech savvy son, they were able to trace their history back to 1783. Their family history book has now been written and is being published. Limit 100

BTE1169 Kent State: 55 Years Later

May 2, 1-3 p.m., HC110, IP

On May 4 1970, the Vietnam War and its escalation brought unrest to college campuses across the United States, including Kent State University. The weekend before was filled with speeches, demonstrations, the burning of the ROTC building and fires in the downtown area, resulting in the fatal shooting of four students by the Ohio National Guard. We will look back on these events that occurred at Kent State and other universities, and see what lessons were learned in the aftermath of that fateful weekend. Kathy Vyrostek, leader of this event, attended Kent State University at the time of the May 4 student shootings and has presented many OLLI@Furman events in the past. Limit 120

BTE1191 Let Me Entertain You with Spring and Summer Green Salads

May 2, 10 a.m.-noon, HC105/106, IP

Attendees of this event will make three different salads using spring greens and other seasonal produce. Participants will learn shortcuts, the importance of presentations, and a few kitchen skills and they’ll also receive a copy of the chef’s cookbook “One Way to A Man’s Heart.” The class recipes are taken from this book. Additionally, participants will enjoy an early lunch before leaving class! Event fee of $10 payable to the instructor includes lunch and the cookbook. Cheryl Cotner, leader of this event, earned degrees in culinary arts and hospitality management, has worked in restaurants, taught cooking classes, catered large and small affairs, and hosted many parties for family and friends. Limit 24

BTE1172 Journey to the 8th Continent

May 9, 10-11:30 a.m., HC111, IP

Madagascar, the world’s fourth largest island and located in the Indian Ocean, has developed unique flora and fauna with over 85% of it endemic to Madagascar. Populated by both Austronesian and Bantu people, Malagasies do not consider themselves as African or Asian. Despite being endowed with natural resources, Madagascar ranks in the poorest 5% of countries in the world. Join us for a glimpse into this fascinating but relatively unknown part of the world. Julie Martin, leader of this event, is an avid traveler who has visited more than 100 countries and loves to share her learning with others. Limit 40

BTE1176 Rock and Roll in the 21st Century

May 9, 1-3 p.m., HC110, IP

Have you ever said or heard someone else say, “Music is not what it was when we were growing up in the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s? Why aren’t songs written the way they used to be written? There’s not anything good out there that appeals to me.” There is some really good music being performed now, but you must dig deep to find it. We will discuss what happened to the music we loved and how and where you can find similar music that may take you back to the days when the “good stuff” was written and performed. Who are the artists who perform now? We will watch a number of music videos that will introduce you to today’s artists and their musical abilities and styles. The intent of this event is to introduce you to current day performers who you may have never heard and perhaps you will come away with a new favorite. Rick Hoffman, leader of this event, grew up in a family that surrounded him with music and considers himself somewhat of a music geek. Limit 50

BTE1177 Is Solar Power the Answer?

May 16, 9-10:30 a.m., HC111, IP

If the amount of solar energy striking the earth in ten minutes is enough to meet all the world’s energy needs for a year, why is there an energy problem at all? What should we do to ensure everyone has enough energy to survive and prosper? How much energy does the world need? How is it used? Where can we get it? What is “energy justice?” What choices must we make over the next 50 years? 100 years? What about the next 10 years? John Langdon, leader of this event, has been an executive of startup companies in many fields, including manufacturing solar panels and wind turbines. Limit 40

BTE1178 Ukraine Sponsorship Program

May 16, 12:30-2 p.m., HC110, IP

Many of us wish we could do something to help those in our war-torn world but are at a loss regarding how we might do so. OLLI member Mary Hiles and Lidiia Baryetska, a citizen and recent resident of Ukraine, will lead an informal discussion of the U.S./Ukrainian sponsorship program, as well as present an overview of the culture and history of Ukraine. Refreshments will be provided, and there will be plenty of time for questions. Limit 50

BTE1409 A Visit to the Historic Liberia Community

May 16, 1-3 p.m., IP

Mable Owens Clarke, leader of this event and the great-granddaughter of the community’s founders, will lead a tour of the buildings and grounds including the renovated one-room school where she attended until mandatory school consolidation in the 1950s as well as the slave cemetery that serves as the final resting place for many of the community’s founders. She will also discuss the soapstone mine used for hundreds of years by Cherokee as the source of materials for cooking implements and later as grave markers for African American residents. Distance from Furman: 18 miles. Carlton Owen, who will assist with the event, is Chairman of the Soapstone Preservation Endowment, a non-profit chartered to protect and promote the history and legacy of the Liberia Community founded by freed slaves in Pickens County in 1865. Limit 30

BTE1185 American Beauty

May 16, 1-3 p.m., HC004, IP

One can see a lot of America’s beauty on a 99-day, 8,200 mile road trip through 15 states, and, on that journey, Les Gardner, leader of this event, took 16,218 photos. For this event, he’ll share some of the best of those photos, showing the beauty that makes America great…national parks, art, flora, animals, architecture, and some culinary treats. Attendees of this event will learn about a couple of beauties that can’t be photographed but truly make America great and will hear the answer to the question, "Why take that kind of road trip?" Les retired from a bi-vocational career as a major gift development officer for higher education and a United Methodist pastor and has made extensive photography while traveling one of his biggest retirement activities. Limit 40

In order to give all members a chance to take a BTE, we limit everyone during the initial registration period to two BTEs. OLLI Notes, published weekly, will list available spots throughout the term. You will be contacted by email about two weeks prior with instructions and/or directions.

Bonus Trip Cancellation Policy:

Even though most one-day events are free, any cancellations after the Monday prior to an event or no-shows by members will be charged $25 by OLLI.

Special Interest Groups

A Special Interest Group (SIG) is a group of OLLI members whose focus is a certain area of interest and social interaction. The following SIGs are already in place, and new SIGs are encouraged to form at any time. You do not need to register for SIGs and there is no fee; however, you must be a current OLLI member to participate. Those interested in learning more about the SIGs below are encouraged to reach out to the contact person listed to learn more about SIG meeting times and the like. Information about starting a new SIG is available in the OLLI Office and on the OLLI website. Questions? Contact Heidi Wright at heidi.wright@furman.edu or 864-294-2997.

Acoustic Jam

This SIG is for any OLLI member who likes to play an acoustic instrument or sing along to a wide variety of songs. Although primarily guitar and ukulele players, we welcome players of advanced beginner to advanced skills who would like to sing, play, share songs or swap ideas. Meeting times and location vary from term to term, based on room availability. Contact Mike Sullivan at mlsatmrc@aol.com.

Big Questions

The Big Questions SIG is for anyone with an interest in talking, listening, and thinking carefully about fundamental issues. We have pondered questions like: What is the meaning of life (and how do we recognize it)? Which is more fundamental, the individual or the community? Is reason co-extensive with science? The group decides what to discuss. Genuine interest in ideas is the only requirement of membership. We meet weekly. Our discussions are free-wheeling and only lightly moderated. All participants are encouraged to freely voice their opinions while respecting and giving space to the viewpoints of others. Contact Peter Michael at petemich9@gmail.com.

Bocce

The Bocce SIG offers OLLI members an opportunity to enjoy the game in a social, non-competitive atmosphere on the Furman grounds near the Herring Center. We play weekly during each term at a time agreed upon by SIG members. Contact Jim Zickos at jzickos@charter.net.

Bridge

The Bridge SIG is for experienced players. They meet weekly on Mondays at 1:30 p.m. in Manly Lobby of the Herring Center. More groups may form if there is enough interest. Contact Barb Nebb at banebb@ comporium.net or Glenda Auxier at gauxier1@aol.com.

Food Friends Fun

This SIG meets monthly to dine at Greenville area restaurants. OLLI members who like to be social, meet new people and enjoy great food are encouraged to join. Contact Jacqui Foster at jacquilee1955@gmail.com or Patti Wargo at pattifunfood@hotmail.com.

French

Êtes-vous Francophone? Vous êtes invité à un SIG où on parlera français. On peut pratiquer la belle langue, et on peut faire la connaissance d’autres qui parlent français.

The French Conversation SIG welcomes all French proficiency levels. Contact Margaret Hafer at margaret. hafer@gmail.com.

Handbuilding with Clay

Join the Hand Building with Clay SIG and explore your creative potential with an afternoon of working with clay! All levels of experience welcome. Bring your own supplies or we will have clay on hand to get you started. Contact Betsy Beach at betsyb421@icloud.com or Karen Hughes at swimclark78@gmail.com.

Handchimes

This SIG is for those interested in playing music with hand chimes. It is a group effort to practice and play beautiful music while having fun at the same time. The group practices each week of the Olli year preparing music that will be played publicly. Being able to read music is the only prerequisite. Prior experience ringing the chimes is not necessary. Ringing music with others brings joy and camaraderie to the participants. If this interests you, contact Shelden Timmerman at hsheldentimmerman@gmail.com.

Italian

This SIG meets via Zoom and focuses on conversational Italian with an emphasis on beginners to intermediate level Italian usage and knowledge. Our aim is to practice our Italian language skills while at the same time exploring new vocabulary. Contact Elisa Golden at e_m_ golden@hotmail.com or Mary Jo Pruitt at mpruitt915@ aol.com.

Knitted Knockers

The Knitted Knockers SIG helps women who have had mastectomies. We knit (and crochet) “Knitted Knockers” which are soft, lightweight breast prosthetics provided free of charge to women either to use prereconstruction, or as a more comfortable alternative to silicone prosthetics. All OLLI member knitters and crochet enthusiasts are welcome! Contact Cathy Sanchez at cathysanchez2005@yahoo.com or Sally Bornmueller at sally.bornmueller@gmail.com.

Please note class formats: Z = Zoom, IP = In-person or H = Hybrid.

Mah Jongg

The Mah Jongg SIG is for experienced players who would like to get together weekly to play Mah Jongg. They also welcome those who have recently taken a Mah Jongg class or who are trying to brush up on some “rusty” skills. They currently meet at 1:30 on Wednesdays in Manly Lobby at the Herring Center. Contact Karen Wenstrup at karenwenstrup@hotmail.com.

Meditation

For fellow OLLI members who have experience with meditation and would like to get together and practice meditation. We offer an informal session once a week where one can sit and meditate. Contact Liz Kelley at lizkelley05@gmail.com.

Mexican Train

This SIG is centered on the dominoes-based game, Mexican Train. All levels of play are welcome as players come together and play house rules in the Herring Center Manly Lobby. Contact Kathy Dorman at kathyconrad1951@gmail.com or Sally Bornmueller at sally.bornmueller@gmail.com.

Mountain Dulcimer

The Mountain Dulcimer SIG is for those folks who enjoy getting together and playing the dulcimer. It is open to anyone with basic beginner to intermediate skills. The meeting will entail selecting a new song each month for everyone to practice and memorize. We will employ a “circle jam” format in which we will encourage each other by sharing our favorite songs. Each attendee must have their own dulcimer, pick and tuning instrument. Contact Christen Palombo at palombopottery@gmail. com or Clay Allen at ctallen07@gmail.com.

OLLI@Habitat

The OLLI@Habitat SIG is your chance to join OLLI members and work toward a meaningful purpose. It is the intention of the SIG to plan and participate in one Build day during each full OLLI term. The date will be determined by what is available with Habitat for Humanity and what we as a group are able and interested in helping with… probably not siding! SIG meetings will be “workdays” on actual Habitat for Humanity houses and members can participate as they are able. Contact Janet Aguilar at janetag1944@gmail.com.

OLLI Players

The OLLI Players SIG is designed for OLLI members who love the theater and enjoy being a part of the atmosphere, team and comradery that this SIG embraces. We have room for actors, carpenters, designers, stage managers and every aspect the theater has to offer. We strive to create 2 shows per year and without all the talent both on stage and off, it would not be possible. If you have a love of the theater and want to be part in any capacity, please let us know. We are a fun-

loving group and you'll fit right in! Contact Mary Robert at mary.robert51@icloud.com or Francine Hachem at fjhachem@aol.com.

OLLI Recorder Consort

Do you play the recorder – or did you play in the past? It’s proven that music is good for the brain! Come join the OLLI Recorder Consort to awaken the joy of making music with others. We play music across a range of historic periods and types that are chosen by the group. Even if you have not played for a while, come join us. The group is open and welcoming to new members. Contact Rich Mead at rich.mead@mindspring.com or Sharon Howell at jasminrc@icloud.com.

OLLI Singers

The OLLI Singers SIG is designed to bring together people who enjoy singing in a chorus. We gather once a week in the Herring Center to read through various kinds of music – anything and everything from traditional folk songs to Renaissance madrigals to Broadway show tunes, depending on the number, interests and abilities of our members. The main goal is to have fun singing together as an ensemble, with occasional performances at OLLI and other area venues. All you need is good pitch and the ability to read music OR to pick it up quickly by ear. Most of our music will be sung in parts, but there may be some solos and unison singing as well. Contact Laura Becker at LLB3130@gmail.com.

Open Studios

The Open Studio SIG provides a welcoming place to work on your current painting and drawing projects. Share your interest in art and practice your skills with artists of all levels. Contact Paula Winiski at pwiniski@ bellsouth.net.

Out and About Singles

This SIG is a group of single OLLI members who enjoy movies, plays, festivals and eating out together. Come and join us, make new friends, and help plan a calendar of fun. There is a lot to do in Greenville! Contact Betty Jo Shaw at shawrlbj@bellsouth.net or Sue Miller at suerebecca910@gmail.com.

Painless Penniless Poker

The Painless Penniless Poker SIG is for players who already know the rules for poker and with some experience. “Penniless” means we are not playing for money – only your pride is on the line! We play a variety of poker games each week from a list of "approved games.” Contact Dave Knox at ollidave@gmail.com or Dawn Boulos at dawnmlb.shopper@gmail.com.

Pickleball

The Pickleball SIG is for those who have already had an introduction to and know the basics of how to play this hybrid of badminton, tennis and ping-pong. If you know how to play, you know why it’s a hit with seniors all over the country. Outdoor court time is scheduled multiple

times weekly on the Furman Campus. Contact Karen Wright at karenawright@hotmail.com.

Political Issues of the Day

This discussion SIG is for those OLLI members who have taken a class in either “Last Week’s News” or “Political Issues.” All points of view will be respected. Anyone who does not wish to listen to opposing viewpoints or to respectfully engage should not attend. Contact Margaret Manning at mmmmanning@gmail.com or Kristi Alam at misrea95@yahoo.com.

Scrabble

All skill levels are invited to join our Scrabble SIG in the Herring Center Lobby. Contact Mary Ivasutyn at mivasuty@gmail.com.

Sit and Knit

Bring your current knitting project, your lunch and your favorite yarn and join the Sit and Knit SIG. Enjoy a relaxing break with fellow knitters, share tips and tricks, or simply enjoy the company. All skill levels welcome! Contact Vicki Federoff at federoffv@gmail.com.

Spanish Conversation ¡Bienvenido! ¡Hablemos! ¡Sí! OLLI tiene un SIG de conversación en español. All levels of Spanish skill are welcome. The group meets weekly to practice conversing. To keep the conversation flowing, members are encouraged to bring news to share or a topic they would like to discuss. It’s a great way to practice speaking Spanish and to make new friends. Feel free to join us anytime. ¡Nos vemos pronto! Contact Linda Taylor at LindaScottTaylor@gmail.com.

Stamp Collecting

Stamp Collecting SIG meetings will include a brief presentation, show and tell, trading of stamps and discussion of philatelic related topics. Contact Lynn Duncan at echoes92@charter.net.

STEAM Tech Teams

The primary goal of this SIG is to promote STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) programs in local schools through 3D design and printing; competition robotics; Artificial Intelligence and machine learning; exploring biomolecules and neuroscience; and a GoBabyGo! Program in connection with Prisma Health dedicated to providing mobility to babies and toddlers with special mobility needs. To learn more, see our website at www.STEAMTechTeams. com. All are welcome. You do not have to be technically oriented to participate in this extraordinary project. Training is available! Contact Reid Becker at Reid. Becker@gmail.com.

Taste Buds SIG

Calling all OLLI Bakers – we have just the SIG for you! The Taste Buds SIG is intended to bring OLLI members together that love to bake and share their goodies. SIG members are part of delivering occasional treats which

appear in the Manly Lobby and some of OLLI’s favorite events. Contact Sally Bornmueller at sally.bornmueller@ gmail.com or Wendy VerMeulen at wvermeulen@ comcast.net.

Theatre of the Spoken Word

The purpose of this SIG is to engage OLLI participants in the creation, rehearsal and performance of productions that celebrate the spoken word. This SIG will do production projects such as Readers Theatre, Radio Dramas and Open Mics. Contact Bill Burns at talsydon437@gmail.com or Mary Robert at mary. robert51@icloud.com.

Threads

There are so many ways to create with thread, (yarn, cord, floss, etc). Threads is a SIG to work on and share any art you enjoy using any fiber you choose. Example of a few thread art formats are crochet, weaving, needlepoint, tatting, knitting, cross stitch, embroidery and many, many others. Contact Myra Underwood at myraunderwood1@icloud.com or Diana Myers at td030405@yahoo.com.

Tocqueville

Exasperated with the strident tone of much discussion of current political, social and economic issues? The Tocqueville SIG invites you to participate in an ongoing forum that promotes civilized discussion in a toooften uncivilized world. Taking a page from Furman’s Tocqueville Society—and in partnership with that group—the SIG offers a welcoming environment to explore contemporary issues through the lens of current and past writers and thinkers. The SIG also plans to sponsor well-known speakers whose presentations will be open to all OLLI members and the community. Contact Mary Hiles at mary.hiles@icloud.com or Tom Clarke at trclarke07@gmail.com.

Wine SIG

Designed for OLLI members interested in expanding their knowledge though sharing their appreciation of the grape, the Wine SIG meets as determined by its members. Options are visits sharing our favorite wines along a certain them, such as cabernet sauvignon or best reds under $15, structured tasting at local wine bars, tasting with experts on a particular region or grape, visits to local wineries and remote wine regions, and more. Contact Marilyn Bracy at Marilyn Bracy at winesensing@yahoo.com or Dan Scieszka at maddjs@ att.net.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the office located? The OLLI Office is located in the Herring Center for Continuing Education on the main level. If you enter the building at the front entrance, you will be in Manly Lobby, and our offices will be on your left past the Marvin Book Nook.

What is the wait list policy? If you sign up for a class that is full, you can choose to be put on a waiting list. We are limited by classroom sizes, time available to us, instructor comfort levels, and safety. If a class has a long waiting list, the Curriculum Committee works to secure the course for future terms. Please be patient if you are put on a waiting list; many times, we are able to open/move a class to handle the demand.

Are there any class rules? Out of consideration of other OLLI members, please arrive on time or wait to enter your classroom during the break. If you need to leave a class early, please leave at the break time. We also ask that members refrain from heavy perfume/ after shave in respect to those with allergy issues. So that others may enjoy the topic, we request that members not repeat courses.

Do you have scholarships available? Yes. If you need financial assistance, please contact Nancy Kennedy at 864.294.2979.

How do I use the Hearing Loop? Members can check out headphone sets from the OLLI Office prior to their classes held in HC004, HC110 and HC111. These headphone sets will assist those without hearing aids.

Why do you not accept credit cards via mail or in the office? For Furman’s and your security, we request that when paying for courses in the office or by mail that members use check or cash.

How do course packages work? Members can buy a 6, 9, or 15 course package to be used during the academic year (Fall, Winter and Spring terms). Package holders can register the first day of registration each term. Package holders can upgrade to a larger package (or non-package holders to a package) during Winter registration if necessary but not during Spring registration. A package cannot be shared.

What do the Photography classes proficiency levels mean? The proficiency levels are to help prospective students match a photography class to their technical ability. Level 1 is for novices/beginners with limited experience. Level 2 is for hobbyists/ aspiring photographers who are familiar with the principles of photography, camera operations and basic post processing. Level 3 is for advanced photographers with high competence with the principles of photography, camera operations and post-processing.

Staff

Director

Nancy Kennedy

864.294.2979

Program Coordinator Curriculum Alex Fagan

864.294.2939

Program Coordinator Instruction Pam Roberson

864.294.2938

Program Coordinator Enrichment Heidi Wright 864.294.2997

Program Coordinator Communications Jessica Justice 864.294.2110

Office Manager Erick Ayers

OLLI Office

Refund Policy

864.294.2141

864.294.2998

olli@furman.edu

Course fees are refundable through the end of the second week of classes. After the end of the second week, no refunds will be given. An administrative charge of $10 will apply to any dropped courses unless you switch to another course at the same time. If an entire membership and/or all classes are dropped, there will be a $25 administrative charge. Note: For all cooking and four-week classes, course fees are refundable through the end of the first week only.

Current Annual Membership Benefits

• OLLI members receive weekly OLLI Notes and the quarterly newsletter, OLLILife, which keep you updated on OLLI, Furman, and Greenville-area events.

• Members receive early notice of course brochure postings.

• Members may register for free Friday Bonus Events.

• Members have access to the OLLI’s Marvin Book Nook in Manly Lobby.

• Members are invited to participate in OLLI Social Events, Read and Explore with OLLI, and other special offerings.

• Members receive discounts for events on campus, and at the Furman Golf Course with your OLLI nametag.

• Members have access to the Furman library.

• Enjoy meals in the Furman dining hall (Monday-Friday only for $10.25 with your OLLI nametag during months OLLI is in session).

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Furman University 3300 Poinsett Highway | Greenville, SC 29613

FURMAN UNIVERSITY

CAMPUS

Legend

A. Chapel Parking Lot

B. Daniel Chapel

C. Daniel Dining Hall

D. Trone Student Center

E. Younts Conference Center

F. Parking Lot for hiking groups (HPL)

G. Herring Center for Continuing Education

H. Daniel Music Building

I. Physical Activities Center (PAC)

Directions to Herring Center

J. Road to North Village, J Building & Tennis Courts

K. Road to The Woodlands

L. Timmons Arena

M. Townes Center/ Rinker Hall/Plyler Hall

Traveling north on Poinsett Hwy toward Furman University, you come to a stoplight with a Publix on your left. Take the next exit, which has a Timmons Arena & Paladin Stadium sign, to the RIGHT. TURN LEFT off exit onto Old Buncombe Rd. (follow signs to

N. Duke Library

O. Riley Hall

P. Parking

Q. Police Department (Estridge Commons)

Please note that classroom assignments are subject to change. Participants will be notified of change via email or phone call.

Timmons Arena and Paladin Stadium). TURN RIGHT at traffic light onto Duncan Chapel Road. Travel approximately ¾ mile. TURN RIGHT into first Furman University gate. The Herring Center will be the first building on the left.