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OLLI at Pacific LEARNING ADVENTURES DESIGNED FOR ADULTS 50 OR OLDER
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Important: Please read DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, WE ARE APPROACHING THE SPRING SEMESTER WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF CAUTION FOR OUR HIGH-RISK MEMBERSHIP. WE WILL CONTINUE TO PROVIDE ALL LECTURES, COURSES, EVENTS AND CLASSES VIA ONLINE, DISTANCE LEARNING WITH ZOOM. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING AS WE CONTINUE TO DO OUR BEST TO PROVIDE ACADEMIC PROGRAMMING FOR OUR MEMBERS.
Table of Contents 1 MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
8 VISUAL ARTS
2 LECTURES
9 EDUCATIONAL COURSES
5 SHARED INTEREST GROUPS
11 2020 TRAVEL
6 COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY 7 HEALTH AND WELLNESS
13 REGISTRATION FORM 15 MEET THE TEAM 16 CLASS SCHEDULE
GET YOUR OLLI AT PACIFIC SPRING SEMESTER MEMBERSHIP FOR $
65
Membership is for the entire spring semester: January 1–July 31, 2021 Membership fee paid in fall 2020 includes the entire academic year: fall 2020 and spring 2021*
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*For those who faced financial hardship due to COVID-19, our scholarship program is now open to returning members in addition to new ones on a first-come, first-served basis. We do not ask for any financial information. The scholarship pays for your membership for the spring semester. It does not include any other fees or costs. Check the box on your registration form to apply.
To find out more, please contact our office at 209.946.7658 OLLI@Pacific.edu
Membership Benefits OLLI at Pacific—the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at University of the Pacific—is a nonprofit education program designed for people ages 50+ and open to adult learners. Each year, OLLI provides intellectually stimulating, non-credit classes; local and international trips; interest groups and special events for its members. Along with all the functions, lectures and courses offered throughout the 16-plus weeks of learning, your OLLI membership entitles you to these additional benefits: ALL LECTURES and FREE events EARLY ENROLLMENT notification ADVANCE NOTIFICATION of other Pacific events and lectures TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES ELIGIBILITY TO JOIN the Baun Fitness Center ($85 each semester) and Kjeldsen Pool ($30 each semester) FREE limited Pacific Library privileges ($50 value) FREE ON-CAMPUS “B” PARKING PERMIT ($100 annual value)
FREE ADMISSION for two to Conservatory of Music concerts for the entire year ($200 annual value) ELIGIBILITY TO SERVE on the OLLI Advisory Board or any of its committees $5 OFF Valley Brew Take 5 Jazz Sessions admission SPECIAL IN-STORE offers at participating Miracle Mile and Lincoln Center retail shops REDUCED TICKET PRICE for Friends of Chamber Music concerts: Only $15 for OLLI members (regularly $25)
THE FOLLOWING EVENTS ARE FREE AND OPEN TO ALL:
LEARN HOW TO REGISTER ONLINE WITH OLLI
If you are not currently included
JAN. 19 | 10–11 AM OR JAN. 26 | 2–3 PM
on our email list, please contact us at OLLI@Pacific.edu in order to receive the Zoom invitation to these FREE offerings.
Want to register for your membership or classes online but not sure exactly how? Let OLLI’s
Most benefits have been adapted and are still available. Some benefits are not currently active due to COVID-19. However, they may become available as guidelines change. For questions about benefit availability, please email us at OLLI@Pacific.edu
a class, how to join a class and what to do when class starts. There will also be time for you to ask questions. OLLI MEMBER ORIENTATION JAN. 21, 2021 | 10 AM–NOON
Administrative Assistant Joanna
Learn about the benefits of being
OLLI SPRING PREVIEW RECEPTION
Linkemyer show you how easy it is!
an OLLI member, distance learning
JAN. 14, 2021 | 2–4 PM
Registering online has its benefits.
and more! This orientation will be
Join us for our online webinar reception via Zoom to enjoy previews of spring lectures and courses presented by OLLI instructors. Details about this event, including the link to the webinar, will be sent via an email from OLLI at Pacific.
ZOOM BASICS CLASS
held via Zoom. Details, including
JAN. 20 OR JAN. 27 | 10–11 AM
the link to the meeting, will be sent
Learn from OLLI Program Director
via email from OLLI at Pacific.
Jennifer Juanitas the basics of online, distance learning with Zoom. We will review what equipment you will need, how to prepare for
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Lectures
THE RESTLESS GENIUS OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN JAN. 25
Richard Bell, Professor of History and Author
The lecture series is FREE to all OLLI members as a
The son of a humble family of Puritan candlemakers,
benefit of membership. No lectures will be held on
Franklin’s rise to the front ranks of science, engineering
Monday, Feb. 15, 2021 (Presidents Day) and Monday,
and invention was as unexpected as it was meteoric.
March 8, 2021 (Pacific’s Spring Break).
In this talk, we’ll examine many of Franklin’s ideas to
WEEKLY LECTURE SERIES:
make life simpler, cheaper and easier for himself
Lectures listed chronologically below are held every Monday and every other Thursday. Registered members will receive a Zoom invitation to each upcoming lecture directly to their email address on a weekly basis. Lectures will be recorded when given permission from the instructor to do so. Recorded lectures will be available through the end of the semester.
and everyone else—ideas that also encompassed civic improvements, political trailblazing and new business ideas. THE 2020 ELECTION OUTCOME: IMPACT HERE & ABROAD FEB. 1
Gene Bigler, Retired Scholar-Diplomat Regardless of who won, the outcome of the 2020 election will have ramifications both here and overseas. A careful review of the election process and results will be used to assess major ramifications for continued polarization or systemic change in the U.S., the management of the pandemic and international cooperation, the potential for economic recovery and the character of political relations. LOST DEPARTMENT STORES OF SAN FRANCISCO FEB. 4
Anne Hitz, Author In the late 19th century, San Francisco’s merchant princes built grand stores for a booming city, each with its own niche. For the eager clientele, a trip downtown meant dressing up—hats, gloves and stockings required. Author Anne Hitz looks back at the colorful personalities that created six of the major stores—I. Magnin, White House, Gump’s, City of Paris, Emporium and Joseph Magnin. ARMCHAIR TRAVELER VISITS ST. PETERSBURG FEB. 8
Asya Pereltsvaig, Language Expert and Historian St. Petersburg is Russia’s second-largest city, its cultural heart and Asya Pereltsvaig’s hometown. For almost 200 years, it served as Russia’s capital: the reforms of Peter the Great, the 1825 Decembrist revolt, the Bolshevik Revolution, and the 900-day-long siege during
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World War II played out on the city’s stage. Splendid architectural gems make St. Petersburg a veritable
RECONSTRUCTION (1865–1877): OUR FAILED EXPERIMENT–TWO-PART LECTURE MARCH 4 (PART 1)
open-air museum.
Terrance McAteer, Retired Superintendent of Schools and High School AP Teacher
NO LECTURE FEB. 15
“With malice toward none, with charity for all…to bind up the nation’s wounds,” said Lincoln in 1865. The
SUSTAINABILITY AT HOME
wounds following the Civil War were extremely deep
FEB. 18
with over 750,000 Americans killed. Presidents Lincoln,
Jessica Bilecki, Pacific Sustainability Director
Johnson, Grant and Hayes tried unsuccessfully to heal
This lecture will provide a brief overview of some current,
the nation. This 12-year failure is one of the least
top sustainability issues; discuss actions individuals can
studied portions of U.S. history and has ramifications in
take at home to contribute positively to sustainability;
today’s Black Lives Matter movement.
address barriers to action; and review resources Pacific has that may be helpful. By the end, participants will be motivated and empowered to make one small change
NO LECTURE MARCH 8
toward living more sustainably. HONKY TONK ANGELS TO SWEET HOME ALABAMA: ANSWER SONGS IN AMERICAN POPULAR MUSIC FEB. 22
STOCKTON’S LITTLE MANILA MARCH 15
Dillon Delvo, Executive Director and Co-founder of Little Manila Rising
Keith Hatschek, Professor, Conservatory of Music
A brief history of Stockton’s Little Manila neighborhood,
Join Professor Keith Hatschek for this lively musical
which was home to the largest population of Filipinos
introduction to this little-studied pop music phenomenon,
in the world outside the Philippines from the 1920s to
the answer song. Literally hundreds have been written as
the 1960s. A community that faced a culture of hate,
ironic, angry or nonsensical reactions to another song or
racist public policy and stifling poverty. They remained
album. Artists ranging from Carole King, Etta James, Kitty
resilient until their community was destroyed by the
Wells, Third Eye Blind to Katy Perry have all performed
building of the Crosstown Freeway. Dillon Delvo will
answer songs. Among the topics sung about will be
share these stories and the efforts of Little Manila
race, gender, rebellion, coming of age and the always
Rising, a nonprofit organization.
popular lampooning of another artist’s take on life, love and humankind’s place in the world. The session will
RECONSTRUCTION (1865–1877): OUR FAILED EXPERIMENT–TWO-PART LECTURE
include a discussion and a link to a Spotify playlist with
MARCH 18 (PART 2)
all the music being discussed.
Terrance McAteer, Retired Superintendent of Schools and High School AP Teacher
LEONARDO’S KNOTS: DA VINCI’S HIDDEN MESSAGE MARCH 1
Caroline Cocciardi, Author Author Caroline Cocciardi focuses on a facet of Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci’s artwork that has been overlooked for centuries. Da Vinci’s use of inspired knots throughout his artwork can be seen in such iconic works as “Mona Lisa” and “The Last Supper.” The intertwining Mona Lisa Knot tells the story of a hidden message.
“With malice toward none, with charity for all…to bind up the nation’s wounds,” said Lincoln in 1865. The wounds following the Civil War were extremely deep with over 750,000 Americans killed. Presidents Lincoln, Johnson, Grant and Hayes tried unsuccessfully to heal the nation. This 12-year failure is one of the least studied portions of U.S. history and has ramifications in today’s Black Lives Matter movement.
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Lectures (continued)
NATURE, SCIENCE AND LIFE APRIL 5
HOW MUSIC REFLECTS CULTURE
Rahim Khoie, Professor and Director of Engineering Physics
MARCH 22
A brief journey through time and the universe to
Gordon Williams, Writer, Presenter, Concert Producer In this lecture, we discuss ways in which music reflects the outlook of its host culture. Australian Aboriginal music helps the people live in their landscape. How does Native American, Indian or Indonesian music reflect its practitioners’ beliefs? What role does politics play in, say, K-Pop or a symphony? Is music powerless to express anything other than music, as Igor Stravinsky once said? THE FABULOUS ALPHONSE MUCHA AND THE ART NOUVEAU MARCH 29
understand nature and life through science. How did nature and life come to be? How did we go about discovering nature? How did science evolve? And what is our role in this beautiful universe? Although somewhat technical and scientific and at times a bit philosophical and mathematical, this talk is meant to be a thoughtprovoking conversation with audiences of all areas of interest by posing more questions than it answers. Plan to attend if you are interested in these fundamental questions or if you have answers to them. FREDERICK DOUGLASS, VIOLENCE AND LIBERATION
Renata Bricka, MA in Fine Arts, Art History and Costume Designer
APRIL 12
Alphonse Maria Mucha was a well-known painter and
In this lecture, Professor Jeffrey Hole examines the
decorative artist who led the attractive Art Nouveau
speeches and writings of the fugitive slave and
movement. Born in a small town in Moravia (now the
abolitionist Frederick Douglass, focusing on how
Czech Republic), Mucha ended up in Paris and New
Douglass attended to the question of violence as a
York, creating new trends. He became a sensation
means for slaves and ostensibly free African Americans
due to actress Sarah Bernhardt, and he knew Gauguin.
to effect political change and seek liberation in the 19th
We will admire his work in Prague, his monumental
century.
paintings and the elegant Art-Nouveau Hotel Paris, which he inspired. MY FAVORITE BIRD IS A...
Jeffrey Hole, Associate Professor of English
SOME U.S. AND GLOBAL TOP 10s IN 2021! APRIL 15
Douglas Stowell, Public Opinion Polling Consultant
APRIL 1
This is a lecture for those who like Top 10 lists. We will
David Yee, Avian Expert and Author
consider Top 10 global and U.S. lists on such subjects
One of the most common questions asked of a
as the best music, travel destinations, airlines, cities,
bird-watcher is “What is your favorite bird?” It’s a fair
roads, foods, diets, cars, beaches, ski resorts and more.
question, but about impossible to answer. It’s
Next, we’ll take a look at the Top 10 countries with
like asking, “What is your favorite type of food?”
regard to wages, taxes, economic growth, immigration,
It usually depends on the restaurant and how it’s
health care, global warming, education, etc.
prepared. Essentially, there’s a background story. So it is with birds. David will share some of his
THE PANDEMIC AND THE WORLD: POLITICS & ECONOMICS—TWO-PART LECTURE
favorite birding stories.
APRIL 19 (PART 1) & APRIL 26 (PART 2)
Gene Bigler, Retired Scholar-Diplomat How has the world adjusted to the double whammy of spreading populism and the COVID-19 pandemic? Besides the obvious public health ramifications, there
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and economic depressions.
Shared Interest Groups:
THE PROSECUTOR’S ART: FROM STREETS TO SUITES
Meet like-minded OLLI at Pacific members by
should be time for sufficient recovery to assess the political and economic consequences and determine whether they are comparable to those of world wars
APRIL 29
Charles Schudson, Judge Street crime, white-collar crime—whatever the crime, prosecutors direct investigations and build cases, then present them to judges and juries. But how? Does the Constitution restrain them? Do personal constitutions guide them? Do corruptions twist them? From behind the scenes to open court, with law, literature and
joining one of our Shared Interest Groups (SIGs). SIGs are independent groups of members who plan their own activities each semester. Registration for an individual SIG is required to participate in order to receive the Zoom invitation. If you would like to start your own SIG, please contact us at 209.946.7658.
cinema, a former state and federal prosecutor will lead our investigation.
WRITERS WORKSHOP
SEPARATING CHURCH FROM STATE
JAN. 25–MAY 10 | 11 AM–NOON
MAY 3
Get in touch with your inner muse and interact with
David Diskin, Instructor
others who find inspiration by attending OLLI’s
Although the words “separation of church and state”
self-directed, peer-led writers conclave. The group
never appear in our Constitution, Thomas Jefferson’s
meets weekly in a supportive and encouraging
phrase has impacted our lives and freedoms ever since
environment to share stories they have written at
the U.S. Supreme Court referenced it. In his lecture,
home and receive feedback.
David Diskin discusses the history of these words and their impact, along with recent decisions that protect religious freedom, and the conflicts that arise in our courts and our lives.
WHAT IN THE WORLD JAN. 26–MAY 11 | 11 AM–NOON
A discussion group for OLLI members to share their thoughts on local, national and international current
OPERATION FREEDOM—THE BERLIN AIRLIFT
events, along with news and civics, in a respectful
MAY 10
environment.
Anette Isaacs, German Historian When in 1948 Soviet troops closed all access routes to West Berlin by land, sea and rail, American General Lucius D. Clay did not hesitate and proceeded to build a bold and fantastic bridge across the sky, involving 700 planes and 250,000 flights over a period of 14 months. Join German historian Anette Isaacs for a fascinating discussion of this exciting time in her country’s postwar history.
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Computers and Technology David Diskin is a Microsoft Certified “Master.”
EXCEL ESSENTIALS (PART 1)
With a focus on the user experience and education,
FEB. 16 | 10 AM–NOON
he provides consulting and training services to small businesses and government agencies throughout California. At Pacific, he’s lectured about Microsoft Office to OLLI members, staff and students for over a decade.
$25
Learn how to create a personal budget to track and manage your finances, or lists of data that can be sorted, filtered and summarized in all kinds of ways. The basics of Microsoft Excel will be covered, including entering and changing data, simple formatting, adding up numbers, printing and creating a chart.
ZOOM ESSENTIALS FEB. 2 | 10 AM–NOON
$25
This all-new class will explore Zoom videoconferencing with friends and colleagues. We'll create a free Zoom account and try it out together using audio, video and screen-sharing. ONEDRIVE AND FILE MANAGEMENT
EXPLORING AND SEARCHING THE INTERNET FEB. 16 | 1:30–3:30 PM
$25
Make the most of your internet connection and learn how to use search engines to their full potential. You’ll learn all the best practices and useful web-based tools to find what you want on the internet. Bring a few of your own favorite tips to share, too!
FEB. 2 | 1:30–3:30 PM
$25
EXCEL ESSENTIALS (PART 2)
Having trouble keeping your files and folders
MARCH 2 | 10 AM–NOON
organized? Ready to jump into the cloud? This class covers file management using Windows 10, including the creation and organization of folders and moving files between them. We’ll also cover Microsoft OneDrive and how to move files between your computer and OneDrive and your mobile devices.
$25
This class on Microsoft Excel reinforces the concepts learned in the previous class and dives a little deeper. Learn how to save time with simple shortcuts and free templates while discovering how to use functions and arithmetic to make your spreadsheet more advanced. USING THE PC FOR ENTERTAINMENT MARCH 2 | 1:30–3:30 PM
$25
Ready to have fun with your PC? This new class for OLLI explores using your Windows computer to kick back and relax. Together, we’ll look at websites, services and apps that bring the world to us in the form of music, movies, digital books and podcasts—and maybe games, too. If you own a Windows 8 or 10 laptop, have it with you.
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Health and Wellness Dr. Ray Tom has been a student and instructor of Tai Chi and Qigong in the Stockton community for 37 years. He is an officer and certified academy instructor for the largest international Tai Chi Chuan Association in the world. Learn from “Apple guru” Rebeca Stovall. With 20+ years of experience in supporting IT, Rebeca Stovall is known as an Apple guru around campus. An Apple fan, she finds the hidden gems of the iPhone and iPad. An easy
TAI CHI QIGONG, MEDITATION AND STRETCHES: 3 WELLNESS TOOLS JAN. 26–APRIL 20 (NO CLASS APRIL 6) | 9:30–11 AM
communication style and love for teaching round out an
$125 (12 sessions)
excellent class experience in which you’ll discover new
The class includes tai chi qigong exercises,
uses of your iPhone and iPad.
meditation and stretches for the whole body. The benefits of the three wellness activities include improved overall health, flexibility, balance
IPHONE AND IPAD ESSENTIALS MARCH 4 | 5:30–7 PM
$25
and lung function, as well as stress relief and relaxation. Eighty-five percent of the class is
A great starter course or refresher on using your
performed seated. Students say they leave the
iPhone/iPad. Learn how to use your device running iOS.
class feeling relaxed, energized and with an
You’ll learn something new and feel more comfortable
overall feeling of wellness.
using your device for day-to-day functionality. 7 COMMON IOS QUESTIONS ANSWERED! MARCH 11 | 5:30–7 PM
$25
Rebeca answers: How do I control notifications? What is the difference between AirDrop, Bluetooth, cellular data and Wi-Fi? How does ApplePay work? Should I upgrade? Should I get a new iPhone standard size or Plus? And more! PHOTOS ON YOUR IPHONE AND IPAD MARCH 18 | 5:30–7 PM
$25
Would you like to know how to use your iPhone/iPad to do great photo editing, from quick fixes to fine adjustments, and manage photos? This course will provide a basic understanding of iOS functionality with your photography content.
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Visual Arts These courses are taught by Deanna Hunt, MFA, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Art and
WATERMEDIA EXPLORATION—CONTINUING AND ADVANCED
Design. Deanna Hunt has been a professional artist
$175 (9 sessions)
and educator for 30 years. Since 2007, she has been teaching art and yoga for OLLI at Pacific. New participants can email Deanna with any materials questions at dhunt@pacific.edu.
**FEB. 12–APRIL 9 | 9:15–11:45 AM (NO CLASS MARCH 12)
This enriching course is designed to enhance, improve and increase participants’ painting practice and to inspire creativity. Learn how to effectively utilize the principles of design to create dynamic, powerful images that surpass your expectations. Instruction, demonstrations and projects will teach you techniques
DRAWING FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS JAN. 26, 28, 29 & FEB. 2, 4, 5 1–3:30 PM
$125 (6 sessions)
You will learn to draw through this eye-opening workshop! Deanna will teach you the drawing
of transparent and opaque watercolor and a variety of watermedia. ADVENTURES IN WATERCOLOR AND BEYOND—ALL LEVELS **FEB. 12–APRIL 9 | 1:30–4 PM (NO CLASS MARCH 12)
principles and techniques to gain confidence in
$175 (9 sessions)
drawing: observation, proportion, line quality, light
Through this course, you will gain greater knowledge,
and shadow (value), perspective basics, focal point,
facility and confidence in the principles of transparent
composition and more. Drawing is the foundation
watercolor and the elements of design—the foundations
for all media and this course is recommended as a
for all other color media and the pathway for realizing
prerequisite for the other OLLI art courses.
beautiful artworks. By exploring the characteristics
THE JOY OF DRAWING **FEB. 9–APRIL 6 | 1–3:30 PM (NO CLASS MARCH 9)
$175 (9 sessions)
Enjoy the world of drawing and gain the skills to achieve your objectives. Instruction, demonstrations and projects will teach you shorthand methods for achieving accurate proportion, placement, perspective and value for even the most complex of subjects. We will utilize a variety of techniques with a range of media. This class is appropriate for all levels.
of a variety of pigments, paper and tools, you will learn how to command and navigate the media with more freedom. SUMMER DRAWING CAMP, 14TH ANNUAL JUNE 22, 23, 24, 25 | JUNE 29, 30, JULY 1, 2 JULY 6, 7, 8, 9 | 9:30 AM–NOON
$250 (12 sessions)
Immerse yourself in the creative process and build on the momentum of learning, practicing and drawing daily through a host of stimulating projects. Learn a variety of drawing techniques and concepts with an exciting range of materials. Gain knowledge of and appreciation for art history and art theory in the context of creating original works. Recommended: drawing and/or painting experience. **INCLUDED THIS SEMESTER IS A SPECIAL CLASS SESSION WITH A LECTURE ON COMPOSITION IN ART TAUGHT BY DEANNA ON FEB 24 | 1:30-3:30PM.
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DON’T MISS THIS VERY SPECIAL PRESENTATION!
Educational Courses Our educational courses allow you to dive deeper into
EXPLORING THE LIVES OF SIX ICONIC GERMANS
a single topic or theme facilitated by OLLI instructors
FEB. 9–MARCH 16 | 3:30–5:30 PM
who are experts in their field. These weekly courses vary in length and time and will be offered via online, distance learning with Zoom. You will receive a Zoom invitation before the first class, the single link that you will use for the entire course.
$90 (6 sessions) Anette Isaacs, German Historian
Everyone knows them but what do we really know about them? Why was the Bavarian king called "Mad?” And why did Beethoven go deaf? Did Martin Luther really hammer his 95 theses to the church door? And did Levi Strauss truly create blue jeans? And who were
GREAT DECISIONS: FOREIGN POLICY DISCUSSIONS JAN. 28–MARCH 25 | 10 AM–NOON
$145 (9 sessions) Gene Bigler, Retired Scholar-Diplomat Our 2021 discussions, manual and videos by the
Bertha Benz and Margarete Steiff again? German historian Anette Isaacs will dedicate each session to one of these iconic Germans! CRISPR AND THE GENE EDITING CONTROVERSY FEB. 10–MARCH 17 | 1:30–3 PM
Organizations in the Pandemic; Global Supply
$70 (6 sessions) Bryan McKersie, Biologist and Writer
Chains and National Security; China and Africa; the
Calling all non-biologists interested in the potential
Korean Peninsula; Persian Gulf Security; Brexit and
medical treatments and social implications of CRISPR.
the European Union; the Fight over the Melting Arctic;
Understand genetic mutations, inheritance of genetic
and Will Globalization End? Workbook is included in
disorders and potential medical treatments.
the price of course and will be sent to you in the mail
Consider the science and ethical implications of
upon registration. Please enroll early to ensure your
designer babies, fighting COVID-19, genetic testing
workbook is delivered on time.
and gene treatments.
NEW YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY—VISUAL PRESENTATIONS
WORLD TRAVEL WEDNESDAY
Foreign Policy Association will cover International
FEB. 17–MARCH 31 | 4–5 PM
FEB. 4–25 | 12:30–1:30 PM
$30 (4 sessions) New York Historical Society Docent or Curator
$55 (7 sessions) Terrance McAteer, Retired Superintendent of Schools and High School AP Teacher
Join us for a live, interactive journey through history
Join your travel guide, Terry McAteer, as we explore
as New York Historical Society museum docents or
some of the unique travel destinations in this world—
curators answer your questions and walk you through
Albania and Macedonia; Istanbul; Latvia, Lithuania and
a slideshow of objects and imagery via virtual
Estonia; Jordan; Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia;
presentations of treasured collections and select
Morocco and Cuba. Terry is a worldwide traveler who
exhibitions. Weekly topics: Women March (Feb. 4),
will provide a fun hour of insights to each of these
Black Citizenship (Feb. 11), Objects Tell Stories (Feb. 18)
unique travel spots.
and Meet the Presidents (Feb. 25.)
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Educational Courses (continued) BIRDING 101
and iconoclastic. Through the use of video, music
FEB. 24–MARCH 31 | 9–10:30 AM
and textual documentation, we will revisit this cultural
$70 (6 sessions) David Yee, Avian Expert and Author
eruption that continues to impact our current world.
This class is for birders of all levels, from beginners
U.S. DIPLOMACY
to advanced. The class will cover many areas that
APRIL 8–MAY 13 | 10 AM–NOON
will help you appreciate, enjoy and identify our finefeathered friends. Content will be new and current for those who have taken the class before. Learn about topics such as migration timing, habitat usage and what birds you can expect to see at the time of the class.
$90 (6 sessions) Gene Bigler, Retired Scholar-Diplomat The dismantling of the U.S. diplomatic community and the world order model of international relations has led to an outpouring of new analytical and historical thinking. This course will review the historical record, consider mainstream and revisionist views, and draw
PSYCHOLOGY OF AGING
on leading reactions to changes by President Donald
FEB. 25, MARCH 25 & APRIL 15 | 10:15–11:30 AM
Trump, including those by Robert Gates, Susan Rice,
$50 (3 sessions) Carla Strickland-Hughes, Assistant Professor of Psychology This course offers an overview of theories and research findings relevant to the study of “successful aging” from a psychological perspective, focused on happiness, memory, wisdom, and lifestyle. OLLI members will be given access to recorded lectures in the “Psychology of Aging” course designed for psychology majors at Pacific. They will also join students enrolled in the course for three live discussion sessions. Our goal is to connect emerging and established adults so that they can learn from each other by sharing unique perspectives and experiences in respectful, confidential dialog. Recommended reading “Better with Age: The Psychology of Successful Aging.” HOW BOB DYLAN AND THE BEATLES UPSET THE STATUS QUO MARCH 24–APRIL 7 | 1:30–3 PM
$35 (3 sessions) Aaron Leonard, Writer and Historian The Beatles and Bob Dylan transformed pop music in the Long Sixties, but they did not do so without a fight. Deeply entrenched forces within the status quo resisted these artists at the point they were most creative
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Wm. J. Burns, Robert Zoellick and others. WINE 101 APRIL 14–28 | 3:30–5 PM
$35 (3 sessions) Daniel Castillo, First Tier Sommelier This courses will cover a wide range of topics, including Wine 101, California wine growing regions; Wines from the "Old World;" and Wines from the "New World." The class sessions can be heightened with the purchasing of certain wines but are not necessary for the lecture.
2021 Travel
FREE INFORMATION SESSION! COLORS OF NEW ENGLAND AND BEST OF EASTERN CANADA FEB. 1 | 1:30 PM
Join us on Zoom and hear from Colette Travel Expert Jay Fehan as he shares insider information on these two amazing trips! Both trips include airfare and shuttle to and from the airport.
The Best of Eastern Canada featuring Niagara Falls, Ottawa, Quebec City and Montreal AUG. 13–21, 2021 | 9 DAYS, 11 MEALS HIGHLIGHTS:
PER PERSON RATES:
Toronto, Niagara Falls,
DOUBLE | $3,248*
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Thousand Islands National Park, Ottawa, Quebec City, Montmorency Falls, Maple Sugar Shack, Montreal
SINGLE | $4,049* TRIPLE
| $3,219*
*$100 Early Booking discount valid until Feb. 13, 2021
For more information: gateway.gocollette.com/link/1045877
Colors of New England featuring Coastal Maine OCT. 10–18, 2021 | 8 DAYS, 10 MEALS HIGHLIGHTS:
PER PERSON RATES:
Boston, Woodstock, Quechee
DOUBLE | $3,599
Gorge, Stowe, Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory, Rocks Estate, North Conway,
SINGLE | $4,799 TRIPLE
| $3,549
Kancamagus Highway, Lake Winnipesaukee Cruise, Coastal Maine Lobster Dinner
Reservations made after the deposit due date of April 03, 2021 are based upon availability
For more information: gateway.gocollette.com/link/1045876
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NEW Referral Program: Please share the wonder of OLLI with friends and family. For the spring 2021 session, OLLI is rewarding current members for referring new members. Earn a $15 voucher/code for referring a new member. You can use the $15 voucher/code toward one class or course (does not include travel and cannot be applied toward membership fee). Referrals are unlimited and must be used within the academic year that they are received (2020–21).
• The referred member must be completely new to our program, rather than a lapsed member. • The referring member must complete the referral form on our website OLLI.Pacific.edu. • The new member must enroll and pay for membership. • The new member must put the name of the referring member on the regristration form.
OLLI is looking for volunteers! If you want to get involved with Pacific, becoming
DUTIES INCLUDE:
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Assisting instructors by taking attendance, assisting
happen. OLLI is an organization that depends on the
with technology, greeting students, answering questions
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or concerns, arriving 15–20 minutes early and serving
are looking for individuals who would like to lend their
as a liaison for members. The classroom host receives
skills to the day-to-day administration of classes. We
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Jennifer Juanitas
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Class, Course, Lecture and Event Schedule
T U E S DAY
M O N DAY
CLASS TITLE
# OF START DATE SESSIONS
Writers Workshop
16
Jan. 25
The Restless Genius of Benjamin Franklin
1
Free Info Session! Colors of New England and Best of Eastern Canada
END DATE May 10
TIME
INSTRUCTOR
11 AM–Noon
OLLI Members
Jan. 25
3:30–5 PM
Richard Bell
1
Feb. 1
1:30–2:30 PM
Jay Fehan
The 2020 Election Outcome: Impact Here & Abroad
1
Feb. 1
3:30–5 PM
Gene Bigler
Armchair Traveler Visits Saint Petersburg
1
Feb. 8
3:30–5 PM
Asya Pereltsvaig
Honky Tonk Angels to Sweet Home Alabama: Answer Songs in American Popular Music
1
Feb. 22
3:30–5 PM
Keith Hatscheck
Leonardo’s Knots: Da Vinci’s Hidden Message
1
March 1
3:30–5 PM
Caroline Cocciardi
Stockton’s Little Manila
1
March 15
3:30–5 PM
Dillon Delvo
How Music Reflects Culture
1
March 22
3:30–5 PM
Gordon Williams
The Fabulous Alphonse Mucha and the Art Nouveau
1
March 29
3:30–5 PM
Renata Bricka
Nature, Science, and Life
1
April 5
3:30–5 PM
Rahim Khoie
Frederick Douglass, Violence, and Liberation
1
April 12
3:30–5 PM
Jeffrey Hole
The Pandemic and the World: Politics & Economics (Part 1)
1
April 19
3:30–5 PM
Gene Bigler
The Pandemic and the World: Politics & Economics (Part 2)
1
April 26
3:30–5 PM
Gene Bigler
Separating Church from State
1
May 3
3:30–5 PM
David Diskin
Operation Freedom–the Berlin Airlift
1
May 10
3:30–5 PM
Anette Isaacs
Learn How to Register Online with OLLI
2
Jan.19 or Jan. 26
10–11 AM 2–3 PM
Joanna Linkemyer
Tai Chi Qigong, Meditation and Stretches: 3 Wellness Tools
12
Jan. 26
April 20
9:30–11 AM
Dr. Ray Tom
What in the World
16
Jan.26
May 11
11 AM–Noon
OLLI Members
Drawing for Absolute Beginners
6
Jan. 26
1:30–3:30 PM
Deanna Hunt
Zoom: Essentials
1
Feb. 2
10 AM–Noon
David Diskin
OneDrive and File Management
1
Feb. 2
1:30–3:30 PM
David Diskin
Drawing for Absolute Beginners
6
Feb.2
1:30–3:30 PM
Deanna Hunt
The Joy of Drawing
9
Feb. 9
April 6
1:30–3:30 PM
Deanna Hunt
Exploring the Lives of 6 Iconic Germans
6
Feb.9
March 16
3:30–5:30 PM
Anette Isaacs
Excel Essentials (Part 1)
1
Feb. 16
10 AM–Noon
David Diskin
Exploring and Searching the Internet
1
Feb. 16
1:30–3:30 PM
David Diskin
Excel Essentials (Part 2)
1
March 2
10 AM–Noon
David Diskin
Using the PC for Entertainment
1
March 2
1:30–3:30 PM
David Diskin
F R I DAY
T H U R S DAY
W E D N E S DAY
CLASS TITLE
# OF START DATE SESSIONS
Zoom Basics Class
2
Jan. 20 or Jan. 27
CRISPR and the Gene Editing Controversy
6
Feb. 10
World Travel Wednesday
7
Birding 101
END DATE
TIME
INSTRUCTOR
10–11 AM
Jennifer Juanitas
March 17
1:30–3 PM
Bryan McKersie
Feb. 17
March 31
4–5 PM
Terrance McAteer
6
Feb. 24
March 31
9–10:30 AM
David Yee
How Bob Dylan and the Beatles Upset the Status Quo
3
March 24
April 7
1:30–3 PM
Aaron Leonard
Wine 101
3
April 14
April 28
3:30–5 PM
Daniel Castillo
OLLI Spring Preview Reception
1
Jan. 14
2–4 PM
OLLI Members
OLLI Member Orientation
1
Jan. 21
10 AM–Noon
OLLI Members
Great Decisions: Foreign Policy Discussions
9
Jan. 28
10 AM–Noon
Gene Bigler
Drawing for Absolute Beginners
6
Jan. 28
1:30–3:30 PM
Deanna Hunt
New York Historical Society–Visual Presentations
4
Feb.4
12:30–1:30 PM
New York Historical Society Docents and Curators
Drawing for Absolute Beginners
6
Feb. 4
1:30–3:30 PM
Deanna Hunt
Lost Department Stores of San Francisco
1
Feb. 4
3:30–5 PM
Anne Hitz
Sustainability at Home
1
Feb. 18
3:30–5 PM
Jessica Bilecki
Psychology of Aging
3
Feb 25, March 25 & April 15
10:15–11:30 AM
Carla StricklandHughes
Reconstruction (1865–1877): Our Failed Experiment (Part 1)
1
March 4
3:30–5 PM
Terrance McAteer
iPhone and iPad Essentials
1
March 4
5:30–7 PM
Rebeca Stovall
7 Common iOS Questions–Answered!
1
March 11
5:30–7 PM
Rebeca Stovall
Reconstruction (1865–1877): Our Failed Experiment (Part 2)
1
March 18
3:30–5 PM
Terrance McAteer
Photos on your iPhone and iPad
1
March 18
5:30–7 PM
Rebeca Stovall
My Favorite Bird is a...
1
April 1
3:30–5 PM
David Yee
U.S. Diplomacy
6
April 8
10 AM–Noon
Gene Bigler
Some U.S. and Global Top 10s in 2021!
1
April 15
3:30–5 PM
Douglas Stowell
The Prosecutor's Art: from Streets to Suites
1
April 29
3:30–5 PM
Charles Schudson
Drawing for Absolute Beginners
6
Jan. 29
1:30–3:30 PM
Deanna Hunt
Drawing for Absolute Beginners
6
Feb. 5
1:30–3:30 PM
Deanna Hunt
Watermedia Exploration–Continuing and Advanced
9
Feb. 12
April 9
9:15–11:45 AM
Deanna Hunt
Adventures in Watercolor and Beyond–All Levels
9
Feb. 12
April 9
1:30–4 PM
Deanna Hunt
March 25
Feb. 25
May 13
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