OLLI Fall 2021

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Fall Term: September 27-November 19, 2021 Ringling College Continuing Studies

2-3 Index 4 OLLI at Ringling College + Mission + Academic Calendar + Location + Contact Information + Registration Options + Staff + Advisory Council 5 Policies & Procedures

Index

6 Staff Advisory Council 7 Membership 8-9 Course Grids 10-11 Art Appreciation Renoir’s Three Sisters and Nazi Art Theft Rembrandt and the Golden Age of Dutch Painting The Art of Paul Cézanne Rosemary District Walking Tour: A 24/7 Museum of Art Minotaur, Matador and Centaur: Mythology in the Visual Arts: 1920-2020 11-12 Arts & Entertainment Improv for Everyone, Part 1 Improv for Everyone, Part 2 1950s Movie Musicals The Life and Times of Alfred Hitchcock 1970s Film: A Decade Under the Influence Why Do They Dance on Their Toes?

13 Current Events & Global Affairs World in Transition Miscarriage of Justice: Wrongful Convictions 13-14 Economics & Finance Accounting Lingo for Understanding Current Events Introductory Investment Analysis Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Confessions of a Restaurateur: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly 15 Health & Well-Being Quiet the Mind, Relieve Stress, Find Peace with Meditation Yoga’s Blueprint for Mindfully Mastering What Matters Perspectives on the End of Life Your Health Wealth: Maximize and Thrive!

16 History History of New York City From Wilderness to Sky-High City The Korean Conflict: A Forgotten War The Dawn of Civilization 1970s: Here’s to You Mrs. Robinson

16 Languages French for Fun: Intermediate Level 16-17 Literature Great Books OLLI Fall Book Club Short Story Collective John Steinbeck’s Search for America 18 Music Appreciation How Jazz Works The Jewish Influence on Classical Music The Soulful Sounds of Philly Magnum Opus, Part I Evolution of Jazz IV—From Swing to Be-Bop 19 Philosophy & Religion The Baha’i Faith: A Guide for the Perplexed Taoist Philosophy Conversations with the Unseen: Mysticism, Spirituality, and Religion 19 Psychology Making Sense of Your Life 20-21 Science

24-25 Mail-in Form + Registration Form 26 CONNECTIONS: The Documentary Film Series 27 Travel Tuesdays 28-29 Tech Day 30 Fall Lecture + Einstein’s Circle Tracking the Loss of the USS Scorpion (SSN-589) State of Water, State of Water 31 Guest Instructors Harry Truman: Keeping the “Cold War” Cold Fashion Branding and Marketing: Behind the Scenes 32-33 Guest Lecturers Hamilton: How the Musical Remixes American History The Cigar Industry in Florida Florida and the Dawning of the Space Age The Four Hiram Binghams: A Remarkable American Family From Albany to Buffalo—Drums Along the Mohawk to Women’s Liberation 34-36 Making a Gift/Donor Thanks 37 One Day University 38-42 Instructors’ Bios

Engineering Solutions for Safe Economic Climate Control Science Wednesdays Climate Change, Dead Fish, Risks and Opportunities 22 Technology iPhone for Travelers 50 Things You Didn’t Know Your iPhone Could Do Apple iWork Pages Apple iWork Numbers Apple iWork Keynote 23 Writing Writing a ‘Legacy Letter’

Cover Models are OLLI members, from left, Giovanni (Gio) Cantarella, Debbie Mackler, Alvin Stout and Steve Sayer Cover Photography by Karen Arango ’13: karenarango.com Design by Cindy Mason ’03: cynthiamason.com

OLLI at Ringling College | Mission | Calendar | Location | Contact | Registration | Policies & Procedures

OLLI At Ringling College The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Ringling College is a program of Ringling College of Art and Design. OLLI at Ringling College operates year-round and is supported through student registrations and private contributions. OLLI courses are non-credit and primarily based on a liberal arts curriculum. Tuition varies depending on course length. There are no grades and no tests. Courses are offered purely for the joy of learning.

Mission The mission of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College is to enrich the lives of mature adults in Sarasota and Manatee counties. We provide affordable and outstanding educational programs and social interaction that covers a broad spectrum of topics that are rich in intellectual stimulation, interactive in scope, and worthy of academic consideration 2021-2022 Academic Calendar Fall: Sept. 27-Nov. 19, 2021 Winter: Jan. 10-Mar. 4, 2022 Spring: Mar. 14-May 6, 2022 Summer: May 9-July 1, 2022 Program Location Ringling College Museum Campus 1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236 Contact/Mail Information OLLI at Ringling College 1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236 Phone: 941-309-5111 Email: OLLI@ringling.edu www.OLLIatRinglingCollege.org Office hours: 8 am to 4 pm • Monday-Friday Registration Options Online: Visit www.rcad.augusoft.net and browse courses. If you have more than one address, remember to use the address that is associated with the credit card you are using.

By Mail Or In Person: Fill out the mail-in form. Enclose it with your check or credit card information. Mail your form to the address on the bottom left of this page or drop it off at the OLLI and Studio + Digital Arts office (Room 105).

By Phone: 941-309-5111

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Policies & Procedures Cancellations and Schedule Changes If a class is canceled due to under enrollment, students will receive a full refund.

Students will also receive a full refund if an instructor cancels a class prior to its start.

Once a class has started, and an instructor cancels a class for medical or personal reasons, students will receive a prorated refund based on the number of classes held prior to cancellation. Students are expected to pay for course session(s) they attend.

Refund Policy If you drop a course within two (2) business days after the first scheduled class session, you will receive a refund minus a 25 percent administrative fee.

If you drop a course more than two (2) business days after the first scheduled class session, you forfeit your entire tuition.

There are no refunds for: Einstein’s Circle, Lectures, *Membership Fees, Workshops, Special Events, CONNECTIONS (documentary film series), or OLLI Adventures.

A Gold ($85) or Silver ($25) membership is required to register for any multi-session course, special event, or workshop. There are no refunds for Gold ($85) or Silver ($25) memberships. *In the event that a multi-session course, special event, or workshop is canceled by OLLI due to low enrollment or any other circumstance, the membership fee will be refunded.

Transfer Policy You may request a transfer to another course (within the same term), up to two (2) business days after the first scheduled class session, at no charge. A transfer can be accommodated if there is space in the class.

Wait List Once a student is placed on a wait list, he/she will be notified if a seat becomes available in the class he/she wishes to attend. The student will have 24 hours to notify OLLI staff of their interest in the class. We will use the student-provided contact information for notification by phone or email. If the student has not contacted the office within 24 hours, the next student on the wait list will be contacted.

Policies & Procedures

Guest Policy Guests are welcome to visit a class one time on a spaceavailable basis. When classes are closed (all seats filled), guests cannot be accommodated. A guest cannot “bump” a registered student from any class. Guests must register prior to the class by calling the office. No guest seating permitted in CONNECTIONS: The Documentary Film Series. Paid admission only.

Building Evacuation Procedures Upon receipt of an evacuation order, all employees and students shall exit via the nearest unaffected exit. They shall proceed quickly and quietly to the designated evacuation relocation point for the area they were in at the time of the evacuation order. If class is in session, it is the responsibility of the instructor to direct their students from their classroom to the appropriate egress route and relocation point.

Mask Requirement Masks are mandatory for anyone visiting or attending classes at the Ringling College Museum Campus.

Instructors and students are required to wear masks during the entire class session. Masks are also required for any in-person interaction while visiting the OLLI and Studio + Digital Arts office. No food allowed in classrooms.

Beverages must have a lid.

Learning Environment Above all else, our ultimate goal is to provide a stimulating and thoughtful learning experience.

Please review the most current Covid-19 protocols here.

We are committed to creating an intellectually nurturing environment that encourages a collegial exchange of ideas and concepts and enables us to broaden our perspectives and hone our opinions. Sometimes we agree with others’ viewpoints; sometimes we question them and feel the need to present an alternative view. This honest give and take of scholastic discourse, tempered with mutual respect and an open mind, makes for a rare and memorable learning experience.

We all play a role in maintaining this balance of civility and academic freedom.

Here’s how you can do your part: • Allow others to have their say.

• Respect the rights of others to express their views.

• Listen quietly while instructors or other students are speaking.

• Refrain from quarrelsome interruptions to an instructor’s presentation.

• Ensure cell phones are switched off during the class.

• Comply with staff and instructor requests.

OLLI Adventures An educational travel program that promotes and provides learning opportunities through local, state, and international trips. (All travel programs suspended until further notice.)

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Staff | Advisory Council

Staff Sheila Reed Interim Director OLLI at Ringling College sreed@ringling.edu Rhonda Stapleton Membership & Community Education Coordinator rstaplet@ringling.edu Diane Zorn Education Program Coordinator, Studio + Digital Arts dzorn@ringling.edu

Danielle La Senna Business Operations Manager dlasenna@ringling.edu

Beverly Jennings Administrative Assistant bjenning@ringling.edu

Melinda Whitson Records & Accounts Specialist mwhitson@ringling.edu Meghan Burrows Registration & Operations Assistant mburrows@ringling.edu

Advisory Council Sam Samelson Council Chair / Development and Nominating Committees Julie Cotton New Initiatives / Strategic Planning Co-Chair Holly Freedman New Initiatives / Strategic Planning Member Louise Gallagher New Initiatives / Strategic Planning Co-Chair

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Bev Harms Development / Marketing Committee

Steven Sandler Curriculum Committee Member

Thomas Miller Chair Membership Committee

Jack Sukin Chair Development Committee

Mark Moulin Marketing / Membership Committee Jeff Ryder Chair Curriculum Committee

OLLI Membership Levels

Become an OLLI Member Today!

Being a member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Ringling College of Art and Design means you’re a part of our dynamic community of lifelong learners. You can choose which level of membership is better for you. Both Gold and Silver membership options provide the opportunity to become a part of a nationally recognized lifelong learning institute dedicated to enhancing your learning experience, stimulating your intellect, and connecting you with a unique community of adults.

For more information or to join call 941-309-5111 or go to www.OLLIatRinglingCollege.org

Benefits

Gold Member* $85 annually

Silver Member* $25 annually

10% tuition discount on courses and other educational offerings Early registration privileges Up to 3 free lectures per academic year Annual course registration fee: More than 300 liberal arts, humanities, studio arts, and technology courses Invitation to Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) Connection to the academic and cultural resources of Ringling College, including campus library and campus galleries Rewarding volunteer opportunities

*Multi-session courses, workshops, and special events require a Gold or Silver membership to attend.

Individual lectures do not require membership to attend.

Membership is good for one year from date of purchase, per individual, and is non-refundable.

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Registration Grid

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Tech Day (1) TC121 (p. 28)

8:00-2:45 9:00-10:20

Friday

Writing a Legacy Letter (4) Online* WR109 (p. 23)

Perspectives on the End of Life (6) HW119 (p. 15)

Nazi Art Theft (3) 1970s Film: Online* AP130 (p. 10) Decade Under the Influence (8) Online* AE135 (p. 12)

Quiet the Mind (8) HW100 (p. 15)

Introductory Investment Analysis (8) EC100 (p. 13)

Solutions for Safe Climate Control (6) Online* SI115 (p. 20)

Wrongful Convictions (8) CV105 (p. 13)

Great Books (8) Online* LI101 (p. 17) 9:00-10:30

Accounting Lingo (5) Online* EC113 (p. 13) Climate Change: Risks & Opportunities (8) Online* SI117 (p. 21)

9:00-12:00

Harry Truman (3) Online* HS146 (p. 31)

10:00-11:20 11:00-12:20

Yoga's Blueprint for Mindfully Mastering (8) HW136 (p. 15)

Jewish Influence on The Korean John Steinbeck (8) Classical Music (6) Conflict (4) Online* LI130 (p. 17) Online* MA126 (p. 18) Online* HS143 (p. 16)

Improv for Everyone Part 1 (4) AE131 (p. 11)

Travel Tuesdays (4) Here's to You Apple iWork: Online* TV107 (p. 27) Mrs. Robinson (8) Pages (2) Online* HS145 (p. 16) Online* TC124 (p. 22)

iPhone for Travelers (6)TC114 (p. 22)

Making Sense of 50 Things You Didn't Your Life (6) Know: iPhone (3) Online* PY129 (p. 19) TC123 (p. 22)

Conversations with the Unseen (6) Online* PL104 (p. 19)

Improv for Everyone Part 2 (4) AE132 (p. 11)

History of NYC (4) Central Bank Online* HS135 (p. 16) Digital Currency (2) Online* EC114 (p. 14)

Apple iWork: Numbers (2) Online* TC125 (p. 22)

World in Transition (4) CV126 (p. 13)

Apple iWork: Keynote (2) Online* TC126 (p. 22) Rosemary District Walking Tour (1) AP133 (p. 10)

11:00-12:30

1950s Movie Musicals (8) Online* AE133 (p. 12)

Short Story Collective (6) LI116 (p. 17)

Four Hiram Binghams (1) LC133 (p. 33) Albany to Buffalo: Drums Along the Mohawk (1) LC134 (p. 33)

*Classes with an asterisk are held online.

Number in parenthesis indicates the number of sessions Masks are required for in-person classes.

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Registration Grid

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday Rembrandt: Dutch Painting (1) Online* AP131 (p. 10)

12:30-3:30

New date Art of and time Paul Cézanne (1) see p. 10: Online* AP132 (p. 10) Mythology in the Visual Arts (1) AP134 (p. 11) 1:00-2:20

How Jazz Works (6) MA125 (p. 18)

Magnum Opus, Part 1 (8) MA128 (p. 18)

Dawn of Confessions of a Civilization (6) Restaurateur (6) Online* HS144 (p. 16) Online* EC115 (p. 14)

Life and Times of Alfred Hitchcock (8) AE134 (p. 12)

French for Fun: Intermediate (6) Online* LA113 (p. 16)

Evolution of Jazz IV (8) MA129 (p. 18)

The Baha'i Faith (3) PL109 (p. 19)

Taoist Philosophy (3) PL110 (p. 19)

OLLI Fall Book Club (4) Online* LI102 (p. 17)

1:00-3:30

2:30-4:30

Why Do They Dance on Their Toes? (6) AE136 (p. 12)

Soulful Sounds Your Health of Philly (8) Wealth (8) Online* MA127 (p. 18) HW137 (p. 15) Science Wednesdays (5) SI116 (p. 20)

Fashion Branding and Marketing (2) Online* HS147 (p. 31)

CONNECTIONS: Worn Stories (1) FS107 (p. 26) CONNECTIONS: Tell Me Who I Am (1) FS108 (p. 26) *Classes with an asterisk are held online.

Number in parenthesis indicates the number of sessions Masks are required for in-person classes.

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Art Appreciation

Art Appreciation

New: Renoir’s Three Sisters and Nazi Art Theft Course #AP130 Online Wednesdays: 9-10:20 am 3 Sessions: Sept. 29-Oct. 13 Helen Schwartz Early in Renoir’s career, he created two paintings of three sisters, popularly known as The Girl with a Blue Ribbon (1888) and Pink and Blue (1881). The original contract by Count Louis Cahen d’Anvers was for three, but the family hated the first picture and modified the contract to two pictures, both of which were stored in a basement. As the girls grew and married, two stayed in France, one in England. Two survived World War II. The Girl with a Blue Ribbon was looted by Nazi officials and returned after the war. Pink and Blue appeared mysteriously in the Museum of Sao Paolo, Brazil. We will follow the fates of the sisters, the looting, and efforts of restoration after the war.

Gold Member: $54; Silver Member: $60.

New: Rembrandt and The Golden Age of Dutch Painting Course #AP131 Online Friday: 12:30-3:30 pm (Workshop) 1 Session: Oct. 15 Andre Krauss The 17th century was one of the most creative periods in the history of Dutch painting. It was not only the age of Rembrandt, Frans Hals, and Johannes Vermeer, but also of the many “little masters” of Dutch genre painting. Their work amply documents the details of everyday life in 17th century Holland and provides a rich visual record of the times. We will examine these works of art in the historical context of the rise and prosperity of the Dutch Republic, prosperity which in turn stimulated a new art market for the middle classes. Gold Member: $49; Silver Member: $55.

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New: The Art of Paul Cézanne Course #AP132 Online Friday: 10 am-12 pm (Workshop) 1 Session: Nov. 19 Andre Krauss In this presentation, we will look at the work of Paul Cézanne with special emphasis on his early years. As a PostImpressionist and precursor of Cubism, Cézanne devoted himself mostly to the study of landscape, still life, and occasionally portrait painting. Along with the revolutionary vision of other Post-Impressionists like Vincent Van Gogh and Paul Gauguin, Cézanne contributed to free modern art from the traditional constraints of 19th-century academic art.

In his early work, however, Cézanne’s imagery was heavily influenced by literary and musical sources of inspiration and his choice of subject matter was more indebted to the Romanticism of an earlier age than to any ideas of avantgarde art. Gold Member: $49; Silver Member: $55.

New: Rosemary District Walking Tour: A 24/7 Museum of Art Course #AP133 Walking Tour Only Thursday: 11 am-12:20 pm 1 Session: Nov. 18 Judith Levine, Nanette Crist, and Stephanie Frasher We continue our exploration of Sarasota’s public art that includes more than 80 pieces that are accessible to the public like an outdoor museum. This class is a walking tour featuring the vibrant Rosemary District, home to sculptures, murals, and artists. We will engage with the artists and their art; learn about the art’s connection to its environment, its significance, and its history. We will get to know the artworks that enrich our Sarasota arts legacy, 100 years in the making. Students should wear comfortable shoes and clothing and bring water. Participants are asked to wear face masks. Note: Class will meet at 10:30 am in front of The Overton restaurant (1420 Boulevard of the Arts, Rosemary Square). Parking is on the street, in the nearby lot on Boulevard of the Arts, and behind The Overton.

The tour is limited to 20 participants. (Rain date: Friday, Nov. 19 at 10:30 am.) Gold Member: $27; Silver Member: $30.

Arts & Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment

New: Minotaur, Matador and Centaur: Mythology in the Visual Arts: 1920-2020 Course #AP134 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Friday: 12:30-3:30 pm (Workshop) 1 Session: Nov. 19 Marie-Agnès Sourieau Ancient mythologies have captivated imaginations since sculptors created gods and goddesses out of marble. The myths and art of Greece so influenced each other that they developed a collective consciousness. The mythic stories of passion, ambition, greed, and human suffering represent humankind’s attempts to understand its earthly condition and are still prevalent in cultures across the world.

We will explore how some artists, within the various visual art movements of the 20th and early 21st centuries, have been inspired by these fascinating tales and how they reinterpreted them. Gold Member: $49; Silver Member: $55.

New: Improv For Everyone, Part 1 Course #AE131 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Mondays: 11 am-12:20 pm 4 Sessions: Sept. 27-Oct. 18 Will Luera This class is dedicated to showing you how to apply the techniques and principles of improvisational “improv” comedy to your personal or professional life. It doesn’t matter if you have no training, basic training, or have advanced training, this class is tailored to the skills of the individual student. You will learn effective speaking techniques, creativity exercises, and communication lessons while using the power of improv comedy. Learn the philosophy of “Yes, and …” a technique you can use in just about all areas of your life. We use games and situation scenarios to build your confidence and comfort level using improv. Join us for an exciting and fun class—one that is sure to leave an impression. Gold Member: $63; Silver Member: $70.

New: Improv For Everyone, Part 2 Course #AE132 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Mondays: 11 am-12:20 pm 4 Sessions: Oct. 25-Nov. 15 Will Luera Building off of our first class, we continue to explore the freedom of spontaneity. Improv for Everyone, Part 2 will teach students to think quickly on their feet, explore creativity, hone their comedic voice, and build self-confidence. Students will focus on the tenets of improvisation by learning how to play together, make others look good, be confident, support each other, and have fun.

You will practice some of the classic improv games made famous by TV shows like Whose Line Is It Anyway? By the end of the class, every student will learn they already have what it takes to improvise successfully both on and off stage. Gold Member: $63; Silver Member: $70.

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Arts & Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment

New: 1950s Movie Musicals Course #AE133 Online Mondays: 11 am-12:20 pm 8 Sessions: Sept. 27-Nov. 15 Jeff Ryder Arthur Freed’s MGM production unit was not alone in making movie musicals in the 1950s. There were many other MGM producers and film studios who brought to the screen memorable films based on Rodgers and Hammerstein musicals, i.e., South Pacific and The King and I, as well as others from Broadway, i.e., Guys and Dolls with Frank Sinatra and The Pajama Game with Doris Day. The 1950s introduced the King, Elvis Presley, to movie audiences with Love Me Tender. The course will include video clips from the films as well as a brief background of them.

Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

New: The Life and Times of Alfred Hitchcock Course #AE134 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Tuesdays: 1-2:20 pm 8 Sessions: Sept. 28-Nov. 16 Jordan Shifrin When you’re home alone and take a shower, do you lock the bathroom door? If you’re in the park and a bunch of birds start lining up on a bench, do you start thinking of making a break for it? You have now experienced the phenomena created by the films of the Master of Suspense. Listen and observe key scenes from the many films of Alfred Hitchcock and learn how he influenced numerous filmmakers as well as the entire art form as a whole. The instructor has created a Hitchcock film school to demonstrate all of the tricks, techniques, and innovations created by the Master.

Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

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New: 1970s Film: A Decade Under the Influence Course #AE135 Online Thursdays: 9-10:20 am 8 Sessions: Sept. 30-Nov. 18 Ali Pour Issa The 1970s were a decade of major change in the film industry that had begun in the 1960s. The ’70s ushered in a wave of new, young filmmakers. As a group, they changed the face of Hollywood. This course will begin with the documentary A Decade Under the Influence by Ted Demme and Richard LaGravenese, which showcases the decade and the filmmakers. The remainder of the course will include viewing and discussing a few of those filmmakers and some of their films including, Francis Ford Coppola’s The Godfather, Woody Allen’s Annie Hall, Peter Bogdanovich’s The Last Picture Show, Martin Scorsese’s Taxi Driver, and Robert Altman’s Nashville. Students will be responsible for viewing the films before each class to fully participate in the discussions. Note: A Decade Under the Influence will be discussed in weeks one and two of the class.

Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

New: Why Do They Dance On Their Toes?

Course #AE136 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Thursdays: 1-2:20 pm 6 Sessions: Sept. 30-Nov. 4 Theodore Medrek This course aims to demystify the art of ballet through a series of sessions that will answer basic questions such as: Where did ballet come from? Why—and how—do they dance on their toes? How do ballets tell a story without words?

And, how do I watch a plotless ballet? Students will learn to name and recognize basic ballet steps and positions; recognize different types and styles of ballet; identify important ballets, choreographers, dancers, and trends of the past 200 years; and understand how modern dance has influenced and changed ballet. No dancing required, just a desire to better understand the most ephemeral of the arts.

Gold Member: $63; Silver Member: $70.

Current Events & Global Affairs | Economics & Finance

Current Events & Global Affairs

World in Transition Course #CV126 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Tuesdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 4 Sessions: Oct. 26-Nov. 16 Peter Mermin We will be discussing various topics relating to the current world situation. Optional materials for the course will be emailed to participants two weeks before our first class.

The class will be conducted seminar style, with full class participation. We will consider books, articles, movies, and personal experiences which may help us illuminate what is going on in today’s world. Let’s all learn from each other.

Gold Member: $63; Silver Member: $70.

Miscarriage of Justice: Wrongful Convictions Course #CV105 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Thursdays: 9-10:20 am 8 Sessions: Sept. 30-Nov. 18 Rick Steinmann As many as 10,000 “factually innocent” individuals may be wrongfully convicted of serious offenses and incarcerated in the U.S. every year. We will explore this disturbing issue and address its various causes including mistaken identifications, coerced confessions, flawed forensics, false jailhouse snitch testimony, police misconduct, and the prosecution’s failure to provide exculpatory evidence to the defense.

Possible remedies to reduce such miscarriages of justice will be covered, along with post-exoneration experiences of those released from prison after being determined to be innocent. The text for the course will be When Justice Fails: Causes and Consequences of Wrongful Convictions, (2018)

by Robert Norris, Catherine Bonventre, and James Acker; available from online vendors. Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

Economics & Finance

New: Accounting Lingo for Understanding Current Events Course #EC113 Online Mondays: 9-10:30 am 5 Sessions: Sept. 27-Oct. 25 Roman Weil This course uses the principles of accounting to explore current events—news and controversies. Students will appreciate the implications of accounting policies and procedures as they apply to business transactions and how regulators, politicians, the media, and the courts view those transactions. Accounting is the language of business, and you will learn what most who do business for a living don’t know, but think they do. You will also learn to distinguish receipt from revenue, expense from expenditure, funds from reserves, cost from price, and retained earnings from cash.

You will both laugh and learn. Gold Member: $76.50; Silver Member: $85.

Introductory Investment Analysis Course #EC100 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Tuesdays: 9-10:20 am 8 Sessions: Sept. 28-Nov. 16 Lauren Rudd Many people seem to think that there is some kind of black magic, or hard-to-fathom secret, to successful investing.

Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, successful investing is not nearly as difficult as Wall Street seers would have you believe. In this course, you will learn how to evaluate companies and their securities. This is part one of an abbreviated version of the instructor’s universitylevel course on security analysis with no prerequisites or mathematical expertise or investment background required.

Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

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Economics & Finance

Economics & Finance

New: Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)

Confessions of A Restaurateur: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

Course #EC114 Online

Course #EC115 Online

Wednesdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 2 Sessions: Nov. 10 & Nov. 17 Spence Hilton The Federal Reserve and many other central banks are examining whether and how best to issue central bank digital currency (CBDC). China’s central bank has already begun to issue a digital currency. CBDC could compete with traditional forms of money (e.g., cash and bank deposits) and with new digital forms of money (e.g., cryptocurrencies).

This course examines the possible benefits and potential risks of CBDC; considers various design options; draws comparisons between CBDC and other forms of money; and discusses the status of CBDC globally. The course focuses primarily on the U.S. case, and on policy issues rather than technology matters. Gold Member: $40.50; Silver Member: $45.

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Thursdays: 1-2:20 pm 6 Sessions: Sept. 30-Nov. 4 Tony Moon The instructor had always wanted to open a restaurant.

After selling his talent agency and receiving a larger-thanexpected royalty check from a song release of the Beatles —that’s what he did. Running a successful restaurant is an intricate mix of decisions and opportunities—everything from choosing a name and creating a menu to selecting vendors and hiring staff. There are many twists to this fascinating business! Because restaurants come and go, this course provides an insider’s perspective on why some restaurants are successful and why most fail. You’ll hear fun and interesting anecdotes that take you from the front of the house all the way into the kitchen. Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

Health & Well-Being

Health & Well-Being

Quiet the Mind, Relieve Stress, Find Peace with Meditation Course #HW100 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Mondays: 9-10:20 am 8 Sessions: Sept. 27-Nov. 15 Stephen Gillum In this course, you will learn and practice mind-quieting and mind-observation techniques, identifying causes of stress, and learning how to relieve it. We will discuss different styles of meditation, with emphasis on the actual doing, including meditation while walking. The approach is non-theistic and draws on Eckhart Tolle’s ideas and Zen silent illumination.

Be prepared for a life-changing experience that can impart a deep sense of peace, help lower blood pressure, and help change compulsive behavior. Please wear non-restrictive clothing. Two texts are recommended, but not required for this class: The Power of Now and Stillness Speaks, both

by Eckhart Tolle; available from online vendors.

Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

New: Yoga’s Blueprint for Mindfully Mastering What Matters Course #HW136 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Mondays: 11 am-12:20 pm 8 Sessions: Sept. 27-Nov. 15 Paula Morris Yoga’s integrated approach to well-being doesn’t begin on the mat, it begins in our lives. Mindfulness practices are the roots of its power to make our bodies, minds, and lives healthier and more resilient. Learn and experience everyday mindfulness techniques to elevate every aspect of living—your wellness, thoughts, emotions, relationships, communication, success, and growth. Actively create better outcomes in your life. This is an opportunity to focus on what really matters now in order to align your life with the best possible future. Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

Perspectives on the End of Life Course #HW119 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Tuesdays: 9-10:20 am 6 Sessions: Sept. 28-Nov. 2 Bonnie Garvey Spadafora It’s a rare person who does not have concerns, fears, or questions about the end of life. This course will discuss ancient and modern views of death, as well as topics ranging from advance planning to palliative care, funerals to finances, and body snatching to bioethics. Class interaction will be encouraged. There is no required text for this course.

Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

New: Your Health Wealth: Maximize and Thrive!

Course #HW137 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Wednesdays: 1-2:20 pm 8 Sessions: Sept. 29-Nov. 17 Paula Morris Your relationship with your body, mind, energy, and others is a portfolio of assets affecting the degree of your health wealth. Yoga’s foundational practices require only an open commitment by the wise investor who is interested in accumulating effective functional tools paying the greatest dividends per hour invested to optimize wellbeing and growth over a lifetime. Science advises these transformational interventions to reduce health risks, enhance well-being, and strengthen lifelong stability, vitality, success, and resilience. Evaluate how your portfolio stacks up and learn how to maximize and thrive your most important assets. Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

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History | Languages

History

History of New York City from Wilderness to Sky-High City Course #HS135 Online Tuesdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 4 Sessions: Oct. 26-Nov. 16 Michael Sherrow How did a small island become the capital of the world?

How did its early Dutch and English settlers and subsequent immigrants influence its development? What major personalities and events accelerated its progress and growth? How did it overcome adversity when the tough times arrived? These are some of the questions and topics we will explore and discuss. Gold Member: $63; Silver Member: $70.

New: The Korean Conflict: A Forgotten War Course #HS143 Online Wednesdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 4 Sessions: Sept. 29-Oct. 20 Alan Grindal Seventy years ago, what began as a civil war on a distant Asian peninsula came close to nuclear confrontation and still haunts contemporary events. This four-week course will examine the preceding events, the war itself, and the continuing absence of peace. Gold Member: $63; Silver Member: $70.

The Dawn of Civilization Course #HS144 Online Wednesdays: 1-2:20 pm 6 Sessions: Sept. 29-Nov. 3 David Miano In this series of six lectures, we will study the emergence of our planet’s first complex societies in the ancient Near East, beginning with the first settlements in the Mesolithic Period (about 10,000 years ago) and finishing with the development of the world’s first empire in the mid-third millennium B.C. We will pay special attention to how societies evolved across the expanse of time—from fragmented and primitive agricultural communities to more advanced and consolidated civilizations. To do this, we will rely upon primary source documents, material remains, and art to illuminate the unique features of Near Eastern societies.

Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

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1970s: Here’s to You Mrs. Robinson Course #HS145 Online Wednesdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 8 Sessions: Sept. 29-Nov. 17 Monroe Brett The “Silent Majority” elected Richard Nixon in hopes of returning the nation to calmness after the turbulent ’60s.

But the ’70s would prove to be a much different type of turbulent decade. It would take three years to end the war in Vietnam, the post-World War II economic boom will end with stagflation and long lines at the gas pumps. The Beatles broke up, and eventually, Nixon himself was out.

On television, “All in the Family” and “Saturday Night Live” premiered. In the theaters “The Godfather” and “Star Wars” broke records. Women were taking the pill and taking over the playing field with Title IX equality, and Roe v. Wade became the law of the land. Bring your memories. Note: This is an updated and extended version of a course offered last year online. Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

Languages

New: French for Fun: Intermediate Level Course #LA113 Online Wednesdays: 1-2:20 pm 6 Sessions: Sept. 29-Nov. 3 Tess Cieux Join us in continuing our study of the French language and culture. Students will gain insight into French society and civilization through themed dialogues representing everyday situations. The emphasis will be on generating simple, lively discussions in French, using grammar principles learned in previous sessions. Communication strategies to be developed include: providing a personal biography, discussing past adventures, describing future plans, and sharing opinions. Attendance at former OLLI French classes or intermediate level of French is desirable. Targeted worksheets developing extensive vocabulary and advanced grammar will be provided weekly. Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

Literature

Literature

New: Great Books

Short Story Collective

Course #LI101 Online

Course #LI116 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required)

Tuesdays: 9-10:20 am 8 Sessions: Sept. 28-Nov. 16 Robert Kendal Do you enjoy pondering life’s big questions? In this course, we will explore classic and contemporary writings as well as some fiction and non-fiction, drawn from The Great Books Foundation’s publications. Our text for the fall semester is The Civically Engaged Reader available at store.greatbooks.org or from amazon.com. Participants are asked to read assigned topics ahead of each class.

For the first class, please read “Selections from the Theory of Moral Sentiments” by Adam Smith (pp. 46-57) and “Earliest Impressions” by Jane Addams (pp. 33-42).

Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

OLLI Fall Book Club Course #LI102 Online Wednesdays: 1-3:30 pm (Note: Extended Class Time) 4 Sessions: Sept. 29-Nov. 10 (Note: Class meets every other week) Jeff Ryder If you enjoy reading and discussing books, then this is the course for you. The Book Club will read four books with one book being discussed for two and a half hours every other week. Two of the books will be contemporary fiction; one non-fiction; one classic. The instructor will select the first book; the other three will be selected by the class. Topics of discussion might include but are not limited to theme, plot, setting, and character. The first book to be read will be This is Happiness by Niall Williams. Gold Member: $63; Silver Member: $70.

Wednesdays: 11 am-12:30 pm (Note: Extended Class Time) 6 Sessions: Oct. 6-Nov. 10 Debbie Mackler and Thomas Miller Love short stories? You’re not alone. Join a collaborative featuring six different presenters who, each week, will share their favorite short stories. Read the stories before class and come prepared to discuss and analyze the tales together! Story selections will be available online at www.OLLIatRinglingCollege.org; click on course materials.

Gold Member: $90; Silver Member: $81.

New: John Steinbeck’s Search for America Course #LI130 Online Thursdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 8 Sessions: Sept. 30-Nov. 18 Eliot Tarlin The call of the open road has motivated many writers to explore our vast and varied country. We will read and discuss what John Steinbeck found when he went searching for America in 1960 at age 58. Two works emerged from his journey: a travel journal, Travels with Charley in Search of America (1962), and a collection of essays, America and Americans (1966). We will read and discuss both within the context of Steinbeck’s life and times, and our own. Come be an armchair traveler through both space and time. See how America has changed in 60 years, what problems and issues remain unresolved, and find out for yourself what cultural qualities have consistently made America unique. Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

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Music Appreciation

Music Appreciation

How Jazz Works

New: The Soulful Sounds of Philly

Course #MA125 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required)

Course #MA127 Online

Mondays: 1-2:20 pm 6 Sessions: Sept. 27-Nov. 1 Harry Miedema Jazz is composition without an eraser. Its mixture of African and Western European musical cultures has made it truly American music. In this course, with the help of numerous music selections and demonstrations, we will seek to define jazz and explore a range of topics such as improvisation, the art of transcription, the art of listening, learning by rote, performance practice in jazz, and more. No musical experience is required. Questions and discussion will be encouraged as we put the secrets of jazz performance in the spotlight. Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

New: The Jewish Influence on Classical Music Course #MA126 Online Tuesdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 6 Sessions: Oct. 5-Nov. 9 Emanuel Abramovits Haskalah, known as the Jewish Enlightenment period, triggered a surge of incredible talent with prolific composers like Felix Mendelssohn and Jacques Offenbach, followed by a new master of the symphony, Gustav Mahler. Amazing performers also emerged, like charismatic Arthur Rubinstein, a “demoniac” virtuoso in Jascha Heifetz, and a stream of European immigrants who conducted the best of our major orchestras. Those maestros gave a distinctive, sometimes criticized, sound to each of the orchestras. Join us online for a fascinating class full of anecdotes about stolen violins, erotic sonatas, and airport pianos. You will also hear humorous stories that reveal the lives of those who gave virtuosity and showmanship new meaning and who elevated America to the top of the classical music charts.

Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

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Tuesdays: 1-2:20 pm 8 Sessions: Sept. 28-Nov. 16 Tony Moon Memphis had the roots of Rock and Roll. Nashville had Country and Pop. Detroit had Motown. New Orleans, Los Angeles, and New York were all meccas of American popular music. But Philadelphia? Absolutely! It’s not a well-known fact that great popular music originated in Philadelphia. This class is dedicated to bringing you the music you have known and loved throughout the years. You will learn about Philly’s great songwriters, recording artists, producers, and the studios that gave us a long list of hit songs. Join us online.

Sing along, feel the nostalgia, and discover one of America’s best-kept musical secrets! Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

New: Magnum Opus, Part I Course #MA128 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Tuesdays: 1-2:20 pm 8 Sessions: Oct. 5-Nov. 16 Albert Cohen Great composers created many wonderful works. In this course, we examine the greatest work of each composer.

Among those to be heard include: Haydn, Schumann, Schubert, Berlioz, Sibelius, Shostakovich, Mozart, Debussy, and others. Join us and find out why these composers were selected. Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

Evolution of Jazz IV—From Swing to Be-Bop Course #MA129 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Thursdays: 1-2:20 pm 8 Sessions: Sept. 30-Nov. 18 Martin Adams The “Swing Era” encompassed both the Great Depression and World War II, and the world’s most popular music was a type of jazz. Simultaneously, a quiet revolution was taking place in the small clubs of Harlem and 52nd Street that erupted worldwide and was born as “Be-Bop.” We will discover the great musicians, marvel at their talents, and enjoy the wonderful music of the era. We will also learn how and why Be-Bop evolved and developed as it did.

Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

Philosophy & Religion | Psychology

Philosophy & Religion

New: The Baha’i Faith: A Guide for the Perplexed

Conversations With the Unseen: Mysticism, Spirituality, and Religion

Course #PL109 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required)

Course #PL104 Online

Tuesdays: 1-2:20 pm 3 Sessions: Nov. 2-Nov. 16 Harvey Garver The Baha’i Faith is a worldwide religion whose purpose is to unite all the diverse peoples of the world into one common cause and one common faith. This introductory course provides the circumstances that led to the founding of the Baha’i Faith in the mid-1800s. It will also include biographies of the founder and subsequent leaders and describe the principle teachings that stem from the newly-revealed spiritual principle: “The Oneness of Humankind.” Baha’is believe there is only one God, one religion (that has been progressively revealed down through the ages), and that there is only one race: the human race. Gold Member: $54; Silver Member: $60.

New: Taoist Philosophy Course #PL110 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Thursdays: 1-2:20 pm 3 Sessions: Oct. 14-Oct. 28 Mahesh Patel Taoist understanding of the nature of change generated paradigmatically distinct schools: of medicine (acupuncture), dietetics (macrobiotics), massage (shiatsu), martial arts (Aikido, Shao Lin Chuan), movement meditation (Tai Chi Chuan), and warfare (Sun Tzu’s The Art of War), among other subjects. In this course, we will study the philosophical principles that underlay these fruits including Yin-Yang, the Five Moving Forces (Pa Kua), and the I Ching, or Book of Changes, and their implications for the true nature and emotional constitution of a human being. Participants are encouraged to bring a copy of the I Ching to the third discussion, if they have one. Gold Member: $54; Silver Member: $60.

Thursdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 6 Sessions: Oct. 14-Nov. 18 Dent Davis Called by many names, the quest for ultimate meaning is the most important and challenging journey any human can make. This course will explore three of the most common approaches used in making that search: mysticism, spirituality, and religion. The course is framed as an introductory and general conversation that will help participants better understand the vocabulary, practices, reflections, and questions long used by men and women of the Western traditions who have struggled to articulate and live the deeper mystery and meaning of life.

Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

Psychology

New: Making Sense of Your Life Course #PY129 Online Tuesdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 6 Sessions: Oct. 12-Nov. 16 Mary Ziegler To live is to change. Making sense of those changes is one of life’s great challenges. The field of adult development, researched for decades, suggests that people never stop growing and developing regardless of age. This interactive course includes tools to assist you in reflecting on your experiences from youth to the present day and guidance in making the next stage of your journey a positive and fulfilling one. Key topics for conversation include the lifelong development of identity, relationships, cognition, and meaning. Experiences from your life history bring these topics to life. Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

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Science

Science

New: Engineering Solutions for Safe Economic Climate Control Course #SI115 Online Wednesdays: 9-10:20 am 6 Sessions: Sept. 29-Nov. 3 Herbert Walker The world is struggling with climate change. Dealing with carbon pollution is currently being debated internationally.

Resolving the issue will require a cooperative effort from the technology community, the public and world governments. The primary sources of carbon pollution are power generation, heating and air conditioning, emissions associated with automobiles, trucks, commercial flight, and industrial processes. This course will attempt to provide concerned citizens with the technical options available to deal with the carbon issue. We will attempt to quantify the cost and safety issues which will be encountered in achieving a carbon neutral world. Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

New: Science Wednesdays Course #SI116 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Wednesdays: 1-2:20 pm 5 Sessions: Oct. 13-Nov. 10 Christopher Dillingham, Lenny Landau, Hannah Leatherman, Herbert Walker, Jack Wazen, Laura Wazen The objective of science is to gain an understanding of nature. This enables us to develop tools that apply Nature’s Laws to improve our daily lives. Science Wednesdays is a series of lectures dealing with a broad range of sciences including physics, biology, health, and medicine.

Gold Member: $76.50; Silver Member: $85.

October 13: The Science of Hearing with Jack Wazen Our auditory system contains structures for both hearing and balance. As we age, our auditory system experiences changes that affect these functions. We will discuss the anatomy of the auditory system, the changes it undergoes with age, the impact of age on our hearing and balance, and things that we can do to protect, correct, and improve these functions.

October 20: Understanding Concussion Injuries and the Recovery Process with Laura Wazen and Hannah Leatherman - This session covers how concussions happen, how they affect the body, and what can be done to maximize recovery.

October 27: Physics Holds the Key to Understanding COVID-19 Transmission with Lenny Landau Understanding how COVID-19 is transmitted has dramatically improved. What is not well understood is why case rates increase or decrease. The presentation brings together multi-disciplined research and analysis to explain what drives COVID-19 case rate inflection points.

Understanding could lead to improved forecasting and mitigating actions.

November 3: Climate Change – Causes and Paths to Solutions with Herbert Walker - The world is struggling with climate change. How to deal with carbon pollution is currently being debated internationally. We will discuss the major sources of carbon pollution and their contribution to world carbon content by 2100.

November 10: The Science Behind Breaking the Chronic Pain Cycle with Christopher Dillingham - Biologic and non-surgical therapies are playing a greater role in the treatment of chronic pain and tissue regeneration. We will explore this ever-evolving new frontier in medicine and its potential to change how we treat orthopedic conditions and reduce surgeries.

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Science

New: Climate Change, Dead Fish, Risks and Opportunities Course #SI117 Online Thursdays: 9 am-12 pm (Note: Actual class time is 9-10:20 am Extended time includes optional field trips) 8 Sessions: Sept. 30-Nov. 18 Jack Merriam and Carmen Merriam Climate has changed and is changing. We will look at how we know and why Sarasota and Florida are uniquely vulnerable to the impacts. We begin with a global perspective and drill down to what’s happening right now in our area. But our story is not “doom and gloom” rather it’s what we, as individuals, can do to protect ourselves, make our lives more comfortable, and save some money, all the while contributing to slowing, stopping, and hopefully reversing climate change. And we intend to have fun while we learn and interact with each other on field trips where we’ll see firsthand how these solutions are already being implemented in our community. Participants are asked to wear face masks on field trips. Save time for a Dutch treat lunch at a favorite “Mom and Pop” location.

Gold Member: $85.50; Silver Member: $95.

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Technology

Technology

iPhone for Travelers Course #TC114 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Mondays: 11 am-12:20 pm 6 Sessions: Oct. 11-Nov. 15 Alan Freedman Finally! You’re thinking about traveling again—whether you’re going across the state or around the world, you definitely don’t want to leave your iPhone behind. In this class, you’ll learn how to use your iPhone to instantly converse in any language, convert currency, find your way with Google Maps, use your alarm clock to guarantee wakeup calls, check the weather, and find the best restaurants at your next stop. You’ll also learn how to preserve your battery, make calls at little or no cost, keep up with news back home, and take and organize quality photos with the location of each photo automatically included. Plus dozens of other tips to add to your traveling pleasure! Gold Member: $81; Silver Member: $90.

New: iWork-Apple’s Office Suite Featuring: Pages, Numbers, and Keynote iWork is a suite of applications designed by Apple for ease of use while creating amazing output. Templates and design tools make it easy to get started, and each is robust and free to Apple users. Hands-on practice as well as options for using your personal technology will help you retain techniques. If you already use Microsoft, each product offers Apple compatibility. You may choose to learn about one application or all three.

New: Apple iWork Pages Course #TC124 Online Thursdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 2 Sessions: Oct. 14 & Oct. 21 Gayle Yaverbaum

New: 50 Things You Didn’t Know Your iPhone Could Do

Create sensational appearing documents with Pages, Apple’s exciting word processing software. The session will introduce you to the basics and work with you to develop a document such as a newsletter, letter, or even a business card. Gold Member: $40.50; Silver Member: $45.

Course #TC123 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required)

New: Apple iWork Numbers

Wednesdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 3 Sessions: Oct. 13-Oct. 27 Alan Freedman You’ve probably used your iPhone for years, and of course, you can make calls, send emails and text messages and use Google. But did you know, there are dozens of other features hidden in your iPhone that can make your life easier and more enjoyable? In this class, we’ll explore how to take full advantage of these useful, entertaining, productive— and, yes—sometimes even quirky, abilities of the iPhone.

Got a crooked picture? Your iPhone can straighten it! Want to type with super-speed? No problem! Getting emails while driving? Stop them automatically! Can’t remember what that photo is? Put a caption on it! You’ll leave this class with these tricks and more…and have great fun along the way.

Gold Member: $54; Silver Member: $60.

Course #TC125 Online Thursdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 2 Sessions: Oct. 28 & Nov. 4 Gayle Yaverbaum Create easy-to-read charts, tables, and images that reveal a picture of your data. These sessions will commence with an introduction to the basics. You will learn to develop a spreadsheet that can be used for business, personal finance, and more. Gold Member: $40.50; Silver Member: $45.

New: Apple iWork Keynote Course #TC126 Online Thursdays: 11 am-12:20 pm 2 Sessions: Nov. 11 & Nov. 18 Gayle Yaverbaum Keynote is Apple’s presentation software. It has powerful tools to enhance your presentations. The session will commence with an introduction to the basics. You will learn by developing a simple and dazzling presentation.

Gold Member: $40.50; Silver Member: $45.

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Writing

Writing

New: Writing A ‘Legacy Letter’ Course #WR109 Online Mondays: 9-10:20 am 4 Sessions: Sept. 27-Oct. 18 Jay Sherwin A legacy letter (also called an “ethical will”) is a written document that allows you to share your life lessons, express your values and transmit your blessings to future generations. A legacy letter is shorter than a memoir, typically just a few pages. Writing one is a rewarding experience that creates an enduring gift for children, grandchildren, and other loved ones. This four-session introductory class includes discussion and brief writing exercises to help you examine your life history, explore your values and capture important insights. It offers advice, encouragement, and a model structure to help you draft and complete your own legacy letter. Gold Member: $63; Silver Member: $70.

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9:00-10:20 Writing a Legacy Letter (4) WR109 Online* Quiet the Mind (8) HW100

9:00-10:20 Nazi Art Theft (3) AP130 Online* Solutions for Safe Climate Control (6) SI115 Online*

9:00-10:30 Accounting Lingo (5) EC113 Online*

11:00-12:20 The Korean Conflict (4) HS143 Online* Here’s to You Mrs. Robinson (8) HS145 Online* 50 Things You Didn’t Know: iPhone (3) TC123 Central Bank Digital Currency (2) EC114 Online*

11:00-12:20 Yoga’s Blueprint for Mindfully Mastering (8) HW136 Improv for Everyone, Part 1 (4) AE131 iPhone for Travelers (6) TC114 Improv for Everyone, Part 2 (4) AE132 1950s Movie Musicals (8) AE133 Online* 1:00-2:20 How Jazz Works (6) MA125 2:30-4:30 CONNECTIONS: Worn Stories (1) FS107 CONNECTIONS: Tell Me Who I Am (1) FS108 Tuesdays 9:00-10:20 Perspectives on the End of Life (6) HW119 Introductory Investment Analysis (8) EC100 Great Books (8) LI101 Online* 11:00-12:20 Jewish Influence on Classical Music (6) MA126 Online* Travel Tuesdays (4) TV107 Online* Making Sense of Your Life (6) PY129 Online* History of New York City (4) HS135 Online* World in Transition (4) CV126 1:00-2:20 Magnum Opus, Part 1 (8) MA128 Life and Times of Alfred Hitchcock (8) AE134 Soulful Sounds of Philly (8) MA127 Online* The Baha’i Faith (3) PL109

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Students attending in-person classes, lectures, etc., are required to wear masks at all times.

11:00-12:30 Short Story Collective (6) LI116 1:00-2:20 Dawn of Civilization (6) HS144 Online* French for Fun: Intermediate (6) LA113 Online* Your Health Wealth (8) HW137 Science Wednesdays (5) SI116 1:00-3:30 OLLI Fall Book Club (4) LI102 Online* Thursdays 9:00-10:20 1970s Film: Decade Under the Influence (8) AE135 Online* Wrongful Convictions (8) CV105 9:00-12:00 Climate Change: Risks & Opportunities (8) SI117 Online* 11-12:20 John Steinbeck (8) LI130 Online* Apple iWork: Pages (2) TC124 Online* Conversations With the Unseen (6) PL104 Online* Apple iWork: Numbers (2) TC125 Online* Apple iWork: Keynote (2) TC126 Online* Rosemary District Walking Tour (1) AP133 1:00-2:20 Confessions of a Restaurateur (6) EC115 Online* Why Do They Dance on Their Toes? (6) AE136 Evolution of Jazz IV (8) MA129 Taoist Philosophy (3) PL110 Fridays 8:00-2:45 Tech Day (1) TC121 10:00-11:20 Harry Truman (3) HS146 Online* 12:30-3:30 Rembrandt: Dutch Painting (1) AP131 Online* Art of Paul Cézanne (1) AP132 Online* Mythology in the Visual Arts (1) AP134 1:00-2:20 Fashion Branding and Marketing (2) HS147 Online*

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CONNECTIONS

As the OLLI at Ringling College documentary film series CONNECTIONS embarks on its fifth year, we’re planning something different for the six films that will be shown for the 2021-2022 academic year (fall, winter, and spring terms). Each film will feature the theme of “Identity” how it informs our sense of self and shapes how we present ourselves to the world.

Both films will be screened live at the Ringling College Museum Campus. Following the film, participants can engage in a discussion with the moderator and with one another about the film’s content and impact, as well as raise questions for further exploration. $12 Gold Member; $15 Silver Member & General Admission.

Worn Stories (2021) 1 hour 17 minutes #FS107 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Monday, Oct. 4 • 2:30-4:30 pm Moderator: Julie Cotton It’s often said that clothes make the man (or woman), and this eight-part series on Netfix takes us on an offbeat, funny, and heartfelt deep dive into just how much this is true. In Beginning, we see the first piece of clothing our narrator ever wore and how clothing can shape a life right from

Julie Cotton, a member of the OLLI Advisory Council’s Strategic Program Planning Committee, is the coordinator and host of this series. Julie has a doctorate in human development and is a former organizational consultant and executive coach. She is an aficionado of documentary films and a skilled facilitator of group conversations.

the start. In Growing Up, we explore just how much gender expectations contribute to our sense of self. In Uniform, we get to see that the professional garb we wear can be very misleading of our true selves.

Tell Me Who I Am (2019) 1 hour 26 minutes #FS108 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Monday, Nov. 1 • 2:30-4:30 pm Moderator: Julie Cotton This engrossing film pulls us into the lives of twin brothers Alex and Marcus, one of whom relies upon the other to recreate his lost childhood memories after a motorcycle accident. We slowly see that Alex is learning only what Marcus chooses to tell him, and that much is left out. We accompany Alex on his journey to learn who he is and why his brother is shielding him from the truth.

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Travel Tuesdays

New: Travel Tuesdays Course #TV107 Online Tuesdays: 11 am-12:20 pm • 4 Sessions: Oct. 5-Oct. 26 Speakers: Tess Cieux, Jody Goldman, Jane Mahler, and Claudia Mercedes Lozano “Traveling – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller.” ~ Ibn Battuta Travel Tuesdays is a series of unique lectures by storytellers who will bring their insights and experiences to life in ways “typical” tourists never imagined nor found on a “typical” tour itinerary. No need to pack a suitcase to take these grand adventures! Just a sense of appreciation for the world’s many wonders waiting to be explored.

Gold Member: $63; Silver Member: $70.

October 5: “Citadels of Vertigo and Other Old Stones: Excavating France’s Haut Languedoc Region” with Tess Cieux - One of France’s lesser known tourist destinations, the Upper Languedoc is a treasure trove of precariouslyperched citadels, medieval cities, stunning rock formations and lush vineyards. Penetrating deep into the French countryside, we will uncover the hidden gems of this historical region, which still harbors the memories of the tragic Cathar saga.

October 12: “America’s Great Loop” with Jody Goldman The ultimate boating adventure is circling the entire eastern United States (and portions of Canada) via lakes, rivers, canals, and lock systems. You don’t need as much experience or money as you might think. All you need is to be a good, safe boater with a good seaworthy boat and a large enough “cruising kitty” to cover your boat-related costs and have plenty of fun along the way.

October 19: “Colombia Adventures” with Claudia Mercedes Lozano - Our trip will begin with a tour of the Atlantic coast area that includes Barranquilla, Santa Marta, the Sierra Nevada, and Cartagena de Indias, a colonial city declared a World Heritage Site. Then we will venture into the department of Antioquia and the beautiful city of Medellin that is the scene of the famous “Flower Fair.”

We will visit the capital city of Bogotá known as the “South American Athens” and its beautiful surroundings. Finally, we will stop to have a coffee in the area known as “The Coffee Axis” and learn about its wonderful tourist attractions.

October 26: “The Ancient and Classical Antiquity of the Dalmatian Coast: Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro, and Bosnia & Herzegovina” with Jane Mahler - This session will explore travels in the countries that used to be Yugoslavia. We take a scenic tour of medieval villages, the Dinaric Alps along the Adriatic coastline, learn more about Croatia’s most famous artist, the 145-year-old interfaith cemetery, and the impact of the 1992-1995 Bosnian war on this area of the world.

Tess Cieux is a native Chicagoan with French nationality. She lived and worked in France for 24 years in the fields of teaching, tourism, and the environment. Tess travels to France regularly to visit family and to explore the latest trends in cuisine, design, and fashion. She incorporates these unique insights into her classes.

Jody Goldman retired after working 47 years as an airline employee. Jody is married and has three sons. She is an enthusiastic traveler, avid boater, and former sailor.

Claudia Mercedes Lozano is a Colombian native and U.S. citizen who lives in the BradentonSarasota area. Claudia works as a psychotherapist with a non-profit organization that provides services for families in the community.

Claudia is the facilitator of the adult book club in Spanish of CreArte Latino, and is a poetry writer. Claudia shares her passion for traveling with her three children.

Jane Mahler has been an enthusiastic traveler for most of her life and lived overseas for seven years. She retired after 24 years with the Sarasota County School District, working in finance and federal grant management.

She is co-chair of the Travel Committee for the “Singles on the Go” travel club.

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Tech Day

Tech Day Course #TC121 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Friday, Nov. 5 • 8 am-2:45 pm Remember 2020? Please…it’s a year we would all like to forget!

Nevertheless, we adapted to pandemic lifestyle disruptions and social isolation by relying on internet-related technology such as online shopping, FaceTime, Zoom, streaming movies, telemedicine, etc.

Whether you’re new to technology or an experienced user, “Tech Day” is a great way to learn how to use existing technology, understand emerging technologies, increase internet security awareness, and more.

Our presenters are OLLI instructors who have taught hundreds of students over the years and who bring their knowledge to this year’s Tech Day. Breakout Sessions Artificial Intelligence: How Computing Changes Everything - Alex Beavers Artificial Intelligence is being touted as the solution for all things medical, scientific, and economic. But what is it really? This session will peel back the layers of artificial intelligence to reveal the mysteries of machine learning.

While this fascinating term is at the heart of the emerging world of data science, it really represents new applications of mathematical techniques developed decades ago.

During this session, we will take a look at the trends and promises of this evolving new field.

Everyday Apps - Gayle Yaverbaum Although there are literally millions of apps available from which to choose, the apps presented in this session are those we can all utilize. Everything from sending money easily to friends and family members to parking and air travel. You are encouraged to bring your smart phone or tablet and follow along. These apps are available for both Android and IOS users.

Cryptocurrency and Bitcoins - Alex Beavers Two of the trendiest topics to hit the headlines over the last decade are cryptocurrency (digital money such as Bitcoins, that are created by computer puzzles) and blockchains (electronic ledgers for financial transaction settlements). This session will look at both topics and we will explore what they are, why they exist, their shortcomings, and what future role they might play in our everyday lives.

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50 Things You Didn’t Know Your iPhone Can Do - Alan Freedman You’ve probably used your iPhone for years to make calls, send emails and text messages and use Google. But there are dozens of other features hidden in your iPhone that can make your life easier and more enjoyable. Learn how to take advantage of these useful, entertaining, productive—and, yes, sometimes even quirky—abilities of the iPhone. Want to know who’s calling? Your iPhone can announce the name! Want to find a photo from years ago? Ask Siri! Want to enlarge the text? No problem! Want to speed up typing? It’s easy! These quick tricks and many more are only 50 minutes away!

When Should I Buy a New Device and What Should I Look For? - Ronni Loundy Your devices once got the job done reliably and quickly, but all of a sudden they aren’t working like they used to. Maybe the hardware just can’t handle today’s technology, or perhaps the battery is struggling to stay charged. Maybe your screen is too small, or your device’s memory is too small for all the photos you’ve taken. Is it time to find a replacement? During this session, we’ll discuss why technology becomes outdated, when it’s time to make a change, and what to look for when you purchase a new smart phone or computer.

Internet of Things (IoT) and the Future of Smart Connected Devices - Michael Travis Since its inception, the internet has principally been a source of information among companies and individuals. It didn’t actually do anything! But today, the Internet of Things is changing how we connect with the world. Now, we can watch television on our refrigerator while making dinner, vacuum our floor robotically while playing bridge at our neighbors, see who’s at the door a thousand miles away with a doorbell camera, be notified of a water leak on your smart phone and a host of other examples. In fact, it’s estimated that there will be up to 75 billion connected devices by 2025!

In this session, we’ll have fun exploring the Internet of Things.

Where it’s going and the benefits and the concerns of this technological revolution.

A Quick Guide to Better iPhone Photography - Alan Freedman It’s said that the best camera in the world is the one you have with you. With your iPhone in your pocket or purse, you’ll never miss that once-in-a-lifetime photo opportunity.

And now, with the iPhone’s increasingly sophisticated lens and editing tools, it’s commonly used by professional photographers as well as by amateurs. In this session, you’ll learn how to compose and take extraordinarily good pictures and videos, and edit them to perfection. Just bring your fullycharged iPhone and an interest in learning how to use the remarkable photographic tool that you carry every day!

Tech Day

Gold Member: $88; Silver Member: $99.

Fee does not include lunch. Lunch is available at the Bistro on the Museum Campus.

Tech Day registrants will receive a 10% discount.

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8:30-8:45 Welcome and Introductions (Auditorium) 8:45-9:00 Opening Session: “Technology’s Role in the New Normal” Paul Wax (Auditorium) Track 1

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When Should I Buy a New Device and What Should I Look For? Ronni Loundy

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50 Things You Didn’t Know Your iPhone Can Do Alan Freedman

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Artificial Intelligence: How Computing Changes Everything Alex Beavers

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Everyday Apps Gayle Yaverbaum

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Information and Personal Internet Security Paul Wax

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Internet of Things (IoT) and the Future of Smart Connected Devices Michael Travis

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11:10-12:00 A Quick Guide to Better iPhone Photography Alan Freedman

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Cryptocurrency and Bitcoins Alex Beavers

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When Should I Buy a New Device and What Should I Look For? Ronni Loundy

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12:10-1:00 The Fascinating History of Today’s Technology Gayle Yaverbaum

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Information and Personal Internet Security Paul Wax

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Internet of Things (IoT) and the Future of Smart Connected Devices Michael Travis

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Lunch 1:45-2:45

OLLI Tech Squad Help Desk Q & A (Rooms 103 + 201 + 202)

2:45 Wrap Up (Auditorium)

Introduction to Information and Personal Internet Security - Paul Wax Increasingly our lives are being molded by technology.

In our “information age,” we not only need to be aware of the content of our words, but also the vulnerability of our personal devices. We need to be protected against unauthorized access, which can result in identity theft, impersonation, and criminal use. This session will consider the realities of today’s cybersecurity concerns: what are the threats, how you can protect yourself against identity theft or tell if an act of identity theft is occurring. Especially relevant is how well you can protect your technology against the many threats. The session will answer these questions in a non-technical manner so you can identify, avoid, protect and defend yourself against such threats.

The Fascinating History of Today’s Technology - Gayle Yaverbaum The earliest known tool for use in computation is the Sumerian abacus. This session will take you through very early computing, from the abacus to gigantic computers that filled entire buildings to the minimization of modern day computing resulting from computer circuits tinier than a human hair. Some of the extraordinary people and incredible inventions that led up to our current technology will be presented.

OLLI Tech Squad - We’ll provide one-on-one help to answer your tech questions. Bring your smart phone or tablet and OLLI instructors will assist you.

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Fall Lecture | Einstein’s Circle

Fall Lecture

Einstein’s Circle

Tracking the Loss of the USS Scorpion

State of Water, State of Mind

(SSN-589)

EI #112 Einstein’s Circle

Lecture #LC135 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Thursday, Nov. 4 • 3-4:30 pm Steve Frasher Was the Soviet Union responsible for the loss of the USS Scorpion? Join this interesting discussion, led by Submarine Commander Steve Frasher, and discover what documents have been released and how the puzzle pieces indicate that the loss was possibly a Soviet Union payback scheme against the United States. This discussion includes some background in the development of the US Navy Nuclear Submarine Program, as well as the original blame for the loss of the Scorpion before the underwater pictures were released. The discussion will also delve into the extreme damage to the US Navy as a result of the Anthony Walker spy ring. Free to Gold Members (pre-registration suggested); Silver Member & General Admission: $15.

Online Wednesday, Sept. 29 • 3-4:30 pm Cynthia Barnett Water defines us as Floridians no matter where we live: Beaches surround us on three sides. Rivers flow for ten thousand miles through the peninsula. We’re blessed with nearly 8,000 lakes and 1,000 more freshwater springs.

Amid a scourge of pollution 50 years ago, the United States and Florida passed bedrock water legislation with the Clean Water Act at the federal level and the state’s sweeping water and land laws of 1972, some of the strongest in the country. As we approach the 50th anniversary of these laws, our waters face new worrisome challenges. In her program “State of Water, State of Mind,” Cynthia Barnett helps us reflect on water as Florida’s defining element—and how we can work together to help save our state’s most precious resource. Gold Member: $12; Silver Member & General Admission: $15.

Steve Frasher graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1970 and was accepted into the US Navy Nuclear Power Program. His submarine experience includes new construction engineer for the USS New York City (SSN-696), the Executive Officer on the USS Skate (SSN-578), and the Commanding Officer of the USS Permit (SSN-594). He served as Submarine Operations Officer during the Gulf War attack on Mosul, Iraq. He was assigned to Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Oversight in Cairo, Egypt, where he retired from the Navy in 1995. He worked in FMS as a civilian until retirement.

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Cynthia Barnett is an awardwinning journalist and author who has reported on water and climate worldwide. She is the author of four environmental books including Rain: A Natural and Cultural History, which was longlisted for the National Book Award and her latest, The Sound of the Sea: Seashells and the Fate of the Oceans.

Guest Instructors

Guest Instructors

New: Harry Truman: Keeping the “Cold War” Cold Course #HS146 Online Fridays: 10-11:20 am • 3 Sessions: Oct. 22-Nov. 5 Jared Day This course will focus on one of America’s most consequential and controversial presidents in recent U.S. history, Harry Truman. Ascending to the White House on the heels of one of America’s most popular presidents and during the closing chaos and aftermath of World War II, Truman made a series of paradigm-altering decisions fraught with long-term significance for the subsequent course of U.S. history—from the Berlin airlift to the Marshall Plan to the Korean War and the Red Scare of the McCarthy era. Truman presided over a nation finding its way out of one conflict and creating foundations for the coming struggle, the Cold War, foundations that would, in some ways, remain America’s guiding policies and principles for the next half-century and beyond. Gold Member: $54; Silver Member: $60.

Dr. Jared Day taught American history at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh for 16 years. His areas of specialization are U.S. political, urban, and cultural history as well as world history from the 15th century to the present. He is the author of several books along with numerous other popular and peer-reviewed articles. He now teaches at Three Rivers Community College in Norwich, CT.

New: Fashion Branding and Marketing: Behind the Scenes Course #HS147 Online Fridays: 1-2:20 pm • 2 Sessions: Nov. 12 & Nov. 19 Marie Johnson Colbert A renowned New York City fashion professional discusses marketing and merchandising fashions from the 1970s to the present and the changes that have taken place over the decades. What happened to those department stores that were household names? (Marshall Fields, Lord & Taylor, Dayton Hudson, and specialty stores Jacobson’s, Barney’s, and Today’s Man.) What is happening to recent “go-to” stores, The Gap, J Crew? How has the generational divide shaped the fashion industry? All these questions and many more will be answered in an enlightening two-part lecture series. Gold Member: $40.50; Silver Member: $45.

November 12: The 3 Ws of Shopping - We will discuss Why people buy clothes. The answer may seem obvious, but you might be surprised to learn that why you buy clothes is a calculated mix of factors (demographic, psychological, and timing) used in marketing. What kind of fashion appeals to different people. The demographics and psychographics of consumers are key factors that determine what appeals to who and why. Where you shop today. Department stores used to be all about the family. We will look back at the role of regional department stores and advertising. And what about shopping in-person vs. online—which experience is better and why?

November 19: The 2 Ws of Shopping - We look at When people shop. Are there events—politically, socially, and culturally—that influence buying habits? Who influences what we buy. Do we look to our family, friends, celebrities, athletes, the famous and powerful…or does a good price mean more than anything. Do marketing and advertising campaigns really impact our shopping habits?

Marie Johnson Colbert has been a leader in the fashion and consumer industry for over 50 years. She has mentored and taught undergraduates and professionals globally, focusing on consumer behavior, merchandising, niche marketing, and minority business opportunities. A graduate of Howard University (D.C.) and Touro College (NY), Marie is a professor at Parsons School of Design (NY). She is well-known for introducing “camouflage” to the fashion market.

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Guest Lecturers

Guest Lecturers

Hamilton: How the Musical Remixes American History Lecture #LC132 Online Tuesday, Oct. 5 • 3-4 pm Richard “Rick” Bell

America has Hamilton-mania! With the show re-opening on Broadway and streaming on Disney+, everyone’s talking about Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony-winning musical.

Its crafty lyrics, hip-hop tunes, and big, bold story have sparked huge interest in the real lives and true histories that Hamilton: The Musical puts center stage. Join University of Maryland historian Richard Bell to explore this musical phenomenon to reveal what its success tells us about the marriage of history and show-business. Learn what this amazing musical gets right and gets wrong about Alexander Hamilton, the American Revolution, and the birth of the United States, and about why all that matters.

Examine some of the choices Hamilton’s creators made to simplify, dramatize, and humanize the complicated events and stories on which the show is based and discover Hamilton’s extraordinary global cultural impact.

Gold Member: $12; Silver Member & General Admission: $15.

Dr. Richard Bell is professor of history at the University of Maryland. He is the author of the new book Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped into Slavery and their Astonishing Odyssey Home.

The book was a finalist for the 2020 George Washington Prize and the 2020 Harriet Tubman Prize. Rick has held major research fellowships at Yale, Cambridge, and the Library of Congress and is the recipient of the National Endowment of the Humanities Public Scholar award.

Rick also serves as a Trustee of the Maryland Center for History and Culture, as an elected member of the Colonial Society of Massachusetts, and as a fellow of the Royal Historical Society.

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The Cigar Industry in Florida Lecture #LC136 Online Wednesday, Oct. 13 • 10-11 am Josh Goodman

Florida’s cigar industry started out as a way to supply the growing demand for Cuban tobacco products while sidestepping high tariffs and restrictions on imports from Spanish Cuba. By the turn of the 20th century, the industry was a large and growing economic force that had taken root in cities across the state—Key West, Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, even Tallahassee. Cigar factories attracted thousands of skilled laborers from Latin America, Spain, Italy, and Eastern Europe, all of whom brought elements of their native cultures to the Sunshine State. Archival records and photos will show the history of Florida cigarmaking from its early days to a full-fledged industry with significant statewide impact. Gold Member: $12; Silver Member & General Admission: $15.

Florida and the Dawning of the Space Age Lecture #LC137 Online Wednesday, Oct. 20 • 10-11 am Josh Goodman

When the crew of Apollo 11 landed on the moon in 1969, it was a stunning achievement for the United States and its space program. It was also the culmination of a period of rapid change for Florida, especially Central Florida. Only 20 years before the moon landing, Cape Canaveral and the surrounding area had been relatively undeveloped, mostly known for its beautiful beaches, good fishing, and old-Florida charm. All that changed once the United States began using the Cape for missile testing and later spaceflight operations. Thousands of scientists, engineers, technicians, and professionals of every kind flooded into the region, causing a surge in population and a swift transformation of local culture, politics, and institutions.

Gold Member: $12; Silver Member & General Admission: $15.

Dr. Josh Goodman is the Archives Historian at the State Archives of Florida in Tallahassee. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in history from Florida State University, and a doctorate in history from Tulane University in New Orleans. As Archives Historian, Josh supervises the digitization of historical records for the award-winning Florida Memory website and promotes the study of Florida history through community outreach and educational programs.

Guest Lecturers

New: The Four Hiram Binghams: A Remarkable American Family Lecture #LC133 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Friday: Nov. 12 • 11 am-12:30 pm Irving Kushner

Four of them had the same name: Hiram Bingham Sr., Hiram Bingham Jr., Hiram Bingham III, and Hiram Bingham IV. Their lifespans extended over two centuries; the first one was born in 1789; the last died in 1988. Their careers reflected America’s changing values and challenges over that period. They were active all over the globe; their activities ranged from the Pacific Islands to Peru to Marseilles. One of them discovered Machu Picchu, and another saved many refugees from the Nazis. Two of them were models for characters in well-known works of fiction and plaques that commemorate them have been erected in Hawaii and Peru. Gold Member: $12; Silver Member & General Admission: $15.

New: From Albany to Buffalo - Drums Along the Mohawk to Women’s Liberation Lecture #LC134 Ringling College Museum Campus (Masks Required) Friday: Nov. 19 • 11 am-12:30 pm Irving Kushner

The Mohawk Valley was the site of fierce battles during the Revolutionary war—Drums Along the Mohawk—leading George Washington to clear the area of Native Americans.

After the war, many settlers moved in. The Mohawk was the only valley that cut through the Appalachian Mountains, and thus was used to construct the Erie Canal. During the early decades of the 19th century, the “Second Great Awakening” —a powerful religious revival movement—was so successful in this area that this region was referred to as the “burnt out region.” And it was the site of the first Women’s Rights Convention in Seneca Falls in 1848. We all know what the long-term consequences of that convention were. Gold Member: $12; Silver Member & General Admission: $15.

Dr. Irving Kushner has taught and carried out biomedical research at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine for many years, where he is a professor emeritus of medicine. He has lived in and written about Paris, France and has lectured on various aspects of history.

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Making A Gift

Making A Gift Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and Studio + Digital Arts, which are part of the College’s Continuing Studies program, are a vital and vibrant part of the Sarasota community. We provide community art and educational opportunities taught by engaging teachers, speakers, and Ringling College faculty. Our new home on the Ringling College Museum Campus will become the gold standard for lifelong learning communities. This new facility provides a thought-provoking setting that creates opportunities for meaningful dialogue among our learning community through opportunities to engage with contemporary art and to participate in stimulating courses and lectures.

Gifts to Continuing Studies enable us to continue providing a wide array of class offerings, technology, and maker spaces that broadens and inspires the intellectual curiosity of our students at an affordable cost.

Your gift could support the mission; underwrite a session, workshop, or lecture series; or another area of your choosing. If you would like to make a gift, please go to www.ringling.edu/giving, or call us at 941-309-4733.

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Thank You to Our Donors

Thank You To Our Donors The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling College is grateful to have generous, consistent donors. It is their extra financial support that allows us to offer an affordable and outstanding program. Donations are always appreciated. The following honor roll of donors represent gifts given between June 1, 2020 and May 31, 2021.

Community Foundation of Sarasota County Shirley Foss Jo Hennelly The Bernard Osher Foundation Sam Samelson Beverly A. Harms and Daniel Rose Gilbert and Kay Bosse

Gulf Coast Community Foundation, Inc.

Iberia Bank

Alan and Holly Freedman Arlene Horowitz

Jeffrey Ryder

Charles and Laurey Stryker

Richard Belle and Marie Pogozelski Marcia Blacksin Claudia Bolcik Carter and Carol Fox Lon and Leslee Deckard Susan Hirsch

Susan Larson Jack and Carmen Merriam Tom and Sue Miller Isabel Norton Rosemarna Pajerski Jay and Marion Richter

Merle Salus-Herbig Paul and Anita Sarno Paul and Deborah Tschirhart Patricia van der Vorm Michael Vlaisavljevich Tony and Lora Wey

Carter and Carol Fox

Patricia Aragon Alek D. Betancourt Susan Borozan Barbara Callahan Angela Carrubba Ken and Robin Ettinger Sandy Fink

Doris and David Finkel Rifka Glatz Howard and Anita Harris Marvin and Orlene Hart Carol Hartz Bill and Susan Herring Louise Klain

Dale Strohl

Carolyn Legg Robert and Joyce Mailhouse Hedda Matza-Haughton Nathan and Winifred Miller Judson Moulton Paulette Padanyi Robert and Elizabeth Pozen

Dr. Nancy L. Reed Bernice Shor Tamara Tazzia Alitza Trumpler

A special thank you to our Gold Members for their generous support through their membership this year. If we inadvertently overlooked your name, please accept our apologies and contact us to make the correction.

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Giving Challenge 2020

Thank You To Our Giving Challenge 2020 Donors

Thank you to the Community Foundation of Sarasota for sponsoring the Giving Challenge 2020. Donors to the OLLI Giving Challenge are listed below.

Anonymous Sanchia Adye Ronni Aptekar Charles L. Blackburn David A. Blackman Marcia Blacksin Susan M. Borozan Gilbert Bosse Ellen Brosnahan Loretta Cahn Angela Carrubba Julie Cotton Lon W. Deckard Victoria L. Eckl Nancy F. Enander Robert Finger

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Carter Fox Alan Freedman Clara Gallo Barbara Gardner Jo Ellen Grossman Beverly A. Harms William H. Hatz Peggy S. Hayden James Joseph Allen Katz Dale Kowalyk Scott Kowit Eugene Kusekoski Lin L. Lipson Tracy P. Lux Peter McAllister

Nathan Miller Tricia Mire Zachary Morowitz Tracy Morra John Nollen Janna Overstreet Rosemarna Pajerski Julie A. Planck Irwin Press Matt Price Marion Joy Richter Richard E. Rivera John Rixse Van Sanders Paul Sarno Eugene A. Schiller

Nancy Schlossberg Carole Schwartz Jeney Slusser Rick Steinmann J. Alvin Stout Laurey T. Stryker Joanne H. Swick Deborah Trice Albert Tripodi Jodie Vashistha Kathie M. Westpheling Lora A. Wey Mara B. Winn Robert Yamartino Gayle Yaverbaum Barbara Zelley

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Instructor Biographies

Emanuel Abramovits has been a concert promoter since 2000, presenting dozens of shows by international artists, ranging from Pop icons like Journey, to classical artists like Itzhak Perlman, staging along the way orchestral extravaganzas and winning a prestigious “Event of the Year” award. As director of the cultural activities of Union Israelita de Caracas for 11 years, Emanuel has released multiple books, organized lectures and art exhibits. (p. 18) Martin Adams began his exposure to jazz as a youth in jazz clubs in Manhattan, playing gigs and running a jazz radio program during college. After a career in marketing with Eastman Kodak, he taught courses in jazz at the Rochester Institute of Technology (NY) and the Chautauqua Institute (NY). (p. 18) Monroe Brett has a bachelor’s degree in history and a master’s degree in secondary social studies education from George Washington University (D.C.). Monroe taught U.S. history, world studies, and advanced placement economics at Eleanor Roosevelt High School in Beltsville (MD), where in 2001, he was selected as the school’s best teacher that made a difference. (p. 16) Tess Cieux is a native Chicagoan with French nationality.

She lived and worked in France for 24 years in the fields of teaching, tourism, and the environment. Tess travels to France regularly to visit family and to explore the latest trends in cuisine, design, and fashion. She incorporates these unique insights into her classes. (p. 16) Albert H. Cohen has worked as a classical music critic for more than 42 years (20 for a Gannett newspaper in New Jersey). In Florida, he is music critic for the Sarasota HeraldTribune and Pro-Opera magazine and former music critic for the Orlando Sentinel and Tampa Bay Times. Albert was also managing director of the Music Critics Association of North America for 13 years. (p. 18) Nanette Crist has returned to her love of art after a career as a corporate lawyer. Instead of writing contracts, she now pens an art-related blog. Sharing what she’s seen and learned is half the fun. Her blog can be found at www.nanettesnewlife.blogspot.com. (p. 10)

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Dent Davis, a retired Presbyterian pastor, graduated from Vanderbilt University Divinity School and has doctorates from Columbia Theological Seminary and the University of Tennessee. He has served as faculty at Columbia Theological Seminary, teaching spiritual growth, as President of Scott Peck’s Foundation for Community Encouragement, and as a business consultant. (p. 19) Christopher L. Dillingham is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship trained in hand, shoulder, and arm surgery. He specializes in the treatment of problems with rotator cuff disorders, carpal tunnel syndrome and nerve injury, joint replacement, arthritis surgery, fracture repair, foot and ankle disorders, and tendon repair. He is an expert and considered a leader in performing the technically difficult, total reverse shoulder surgery. (p. 20) Alan Freedman has a journalism degree from Boston University. Until retiring, Alan was public affairs director at a NYSE-listed company and previously had been a financial writer and editor. With a special interest in technology and publishing, he has taught iPhone classes to over 600 OLLI students and continues to explore popular technological and media topics. (pp. 22, 28) Stephanie Frasher, a new Sarasota resident, left behind a 16-year career as a docent at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. In addition to being a docent, she presented outreach programs and did tours for the visually impaired. She is now a part of the Sarasota Art Museum’s program of Field Guides. Her love of art and desire to engage with the public are her motivation to share with all. (p. 10)

Instructor Biographies

Harvey Garver became a Baha’i in 2002. He was elected to the Local Spiritual Assembly (the local administrative body).

Harvey tutored several courses on the Baha’i Faith and authored a book titled, What Comes After Nations. (p. 19) Stephen Gillum has practiced meditation for more than 35 years. He spent time studying in India, including three years living in an ashram. His mentors were leading authorities in the field of mantra and meditation. Stephen practices his non-theistic style that fuses Eckhart Tolle and Zen and focuses on relaxing and observing the mind. (p. 15) Alan Grindal is a neurologist, a consultant at the Memory Disorder Clinic at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, and is on the clinical faculty of Florida State University Medical School. He has taught numerous courses at OLLI at Ringling College on brain science and history. (p. 16) Spence Hilton worked as an economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York for over 30 years, first in its Research Department and then in its Open Market Operations Group. Spence holds a doctorate in economics from the University of Wisconsin. (p. 14) Ali Pour Issa is an award-winning storyteller who has expertise in various professions such as film and theater directing, producing, scriptwriting, script development management, and dramaturgy. He has worked in many countries in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. He has a master of fine arts degree in dramaturgy and dramatic criticism from Yale University (CT). www.alpourissa.net (p. 12)

Lenny Landau is a mechanical engineering graduate of West Virginia University, who worked for General Electric Aircraft Engines for 50 years. After retiring on Longboat Key, he has applied his analytical skills to local issues, including the impact of climate change/sea rise, red tide, and most recently COVID-19. (p. 20) Hannah Leatherman is a physical therapist at Equinox Physical Therapy in Sarasota. Prior to moving to Sarasota, she was assistant clinical director at Excel Physical Therapy in Pennsylvania where she specialized in the treatment of vestibular disorders and concussion in children and adults. As a former college and professional athlete, her understanding of factors involved in sports-related concussion injuries are especially insightful. (p. 20) Judith Levine has photographed the art of Tibet, West Africa, Egypt, and Indonesia. She creates limited-edition jewelry and owns Phoenix Art Workshops. Judith has a bachelor’s degree in art and art education and a master’s degree in visual arts from Montclair State University (NJ), where she was on the art education faculty. (p. 10) Will Luera is the director of improvisation at Florida Studio Theatre, artistic director of Improv Asylum, director of Big Bang Improv, and serves as the artistic director emeritus of ImprovBoston. He sits on the board of CreArte Latino, a Latino-centric cultural community center in the Sarasota area. Will tours globally as an improv comedy actor, instructor, director, and performs and teaches regularly all across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. (p. 11)

Robert Kendal served as a county Government manager in Maryland for 30 years before moving to Sarasota in 2002.

He has participated for 13 years in Charles Sprandel’s Great Books class as both a member and occasional weekly discussion leader. (p. 17) Andre Krauss is a research fellow at the Institute of Sociology at the Romanian Academy (Bucharest) and holds doctorates in the history of art (University of Gothenburg, Sweden) and in social psychology (University of Bucharest, Romania). He is a published art historian and media psychologist. (p. 10)

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Instructor Biographies

Debbie Mackler is a retired nurse/case manager who has enjoyed facilitating book clubs, the Big Read, and Short Story classes in North Carolina and Florida for over 20 years.

Debbie’s inspiration has always come from her twin sister whose occupation was county library supervisor for almost 25 years. It must be genetic! (p. 17)

Thomas Miller is a retired business owner, educator, and consultant. He worked in the menswear industry for more than 40 years in New York state. Since becoming part of OLLI, Tom has rediscovered his love of literature and particularly the short-story form. Tom and his wife are yearround residents of Sarasota. (p. 17)

Theodore Medrek has worked as a performing arts critic, reporter, editor, and columnist for newspapers in and around Boston, including the daily Boston Herald. Previously, he was a co-founder and manager of the Northern Connecticut Ballet based in Windsor, CT, where he choreographed ballets to the music of Stravinsky, Debussy, Verdi, and Massenet and performed a variety of ballet character roles. (p. 12)

Tony Moon spent 55 successful years in the music business as an artist, agent, songwriter, producer, and publisher. Moving to Nashville, Tony became guitarist and conductor for Brenda Lee. He has won awards with songs released by well-known artists. Tony currently administers an entertainment company and does music research for Sarasota’s Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe. (pp. 14, 18)

Peter Mermin has a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Antioch College (OH), a master’s in psychology from the New School for Social Research (NY), and a doctorate in psychology from Union Institute (OH). Peter taught at Southampton College and Suffolk Community College on Long Island for 34 years. He actively promotes humanistic and spiritual values. (p. 13)

Paula Morris is certified by the International Association of Yoga Therapists and has a private therapy practice in Sarasota. She is a graduate of Sacred Heart University (CT) with a master’s degree in education and has been inspiring clients with the wellness benefits of mind-body practices since 2007. (p. 15)

Jack Merriam grew up in Florida and received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in natural science from the University of South Florida. He is the immediate past chair of the Citizen’s Advisory Committee of the Sarasota Bay Estuary Program and is currently on the boards of Sarasota Bay Foundation and Suncoast Waterkeeper. (p. 21) David Miano earned his doctorate at the University of California (San Diego) and is the author of Shadow on the Steps: Time Measurement in Ancient Israel. He is an ancient historian and has written several anthologies designed for classroom use, including Ideas in the Making: A Sourcebook for World Intellectual History. (p. 16) Harry Miedema was a saxophonist and music director over his 23 years with the O’Jays. Later, he was director of jazz studies at the University of Indianapolis where he instituted an undergraduate degree in the subject. Harry retired as professor emeritus in 2014. He holds a master’s degree in Saxophone Performance from Indiana University (Bloomington). (p. 18)

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Mahesh Patel holds a doctorate in economics and history from the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom.

He worked for UNICEF for 25 years on four continents.

Mahesh studied Tai Chi, Taoist philosophy and Zen from 1973 to 1980 with the Master of the 8 Arts, Liu Hsiu Chi. He has taught Tai Chi in America, Europe, and Asia and has published extensively on traditional Chinese medicine in academic journals. (p. 19)

Instructor Biographies

Lauren Rudd is president of Rudd International Asset Management. He is a syndicated newspaper columnist who has been writing about Wall Street and the economy for over 26 years. Lauren has a bachelor’s degree in economics and computer science with high honors from the University of Maryland and did graduate work for a doctorate in economics at the Wharton School (PA). (p. 13) Jeff Ryder is a two-time Emmy Award-winning writer for his work on the Guiding Light. He also was vice president of Daytime Programming, director of mini-series, and director of casting at NBC. He recently retired after 20 years as a professor and associate dean at The University of the Arts in Philadelphia. (pp. 12, 17) Helen Schwartz is a retired English professor from Indiana University and currently teaching and learning at the OLLI at American University in Washington, D.C. She has taught on a Fulbright Teaching Award in the Netherlands and Turkey, and on a faculty exchange in Hungary. (p. 10) Michael Sherrow was born and raised in New York City and lived there his entire life before coming to Sarasota.

Michael is a student of the history of the city. He received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the Baruch School at the City University of New York and a J.D. degree from St. John’s University (NY). Michael is a retired member of the New York Bar. (p. 16) Jay Sherwin created the Life Reflections Project to educate people about legacy letters, ethical wills, and other legacy documents. He has practiced law, given away money for five different charitable foundations, worked as a philanthropic consultant, and served as a hospital chaplain. Jay has extensive experience facilitating adult learning programs and he has taught online for OLLI programs nationwide. (p. 23) Jordan Shifrin is a retired attorney. He has degrees in history from the University of Illinois and a J.D. degree from John Marshall Law School (IL). Jordan is a film buff and devotee of American history and culture. His previous classes include The Great American Musical, Hitchcock, Cowboys and Indians, and Cops and Robbers. (p. 12)

Marie-Agnès Sourieau is professor emerita at Fairfield University (CT). She is a specialist of 19th and 20th century French and Francophone literature and culture. She has published extensively and is presently an assistant editor of The French Review. (p. 11) Bonnie Garvey Spadafora graduated from nursing school in Pittsburgh and earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing and a master’s degree in public health from the University of South Florida. She was a bedside nurse, a clinical instructor, and a charge nurse at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. Bonnie is retired from the nursing faculty at State College of Florida. (p. 15) Rick Steinmann is a retired criminal justice professor with a long-term interest in wrongful convictions. He has taught several seminars on the topic, including to undergraduates at the University of South Florida. He earned a bachelor’s in sociology, a master’s in criminal justice, and has a J.D. degree. (p. 13) Eliot Tarlin retired from two successful careers and finally got to do some reading for pleasure. His love of short stories led him to curate and moderate a short story discussion group for the last three years. After graduating from Brown University (RI) he worked as a documentary photographer and filmmaker, and then combined his skills and visual training with technical knowledge as a product designer for various high-tech companies including Apple, Facebook, and SAP. (p. 17) Herbert Walker is a retired engineer with 40 years of experience in technology development for design of aerospace jet engines and automotive and trucking products. Herb has business and engineering undergraduate degrees from University of Colorado. His graduate work was done at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute where he also taught graduate courses in computer science. (p. 20) Jack Wazen is a neurotology specialist associated with the First Physicians Group - Silverstein Institute in Sarasota. He received his medical degree from the American University of Beirut Faculty of Medicine, and completed his residency at the Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York City.

He is director of research at the Ear Research Foundation, medical director of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at the First Physicians Group, and chief of staff at the Sarasota Memorial Hospital. (p. 20)

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Instructor Biographies

Laura Wazen is a physical therapist and owner of Equinox Physical Therapy in Sarasota. Prior to moving to Florida, she was supervisor of physical therapy services at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan. Recent accomplishments include co-authoring a chapter in a medical book on the evaluation of the “Dizzy Patient.” (p. 20) Roman L. Weil is an emeritus faculty member at the Chicago Booth School of Business, (IL) who studies financial literacy and corporate governance. He received a bachelor’s degree in economics and mathematics from Yale and both a master’s of science in industrial administration and a doctorate in economics from Carnegie Mellon University (PA). (p. 13) Gayle Yaverbaum is professor emerita at Pennsylvania State University. Gayle was the director of information technology programs at Penn State (Harrisburg) and an information technology teacher for more than 25 years. She has a bachelor’s degree in business from Penn State and her master’s and a doctorate degree in computer science from Temple University (PA). (pp. 22, 28)

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Mary Ziegler is a retired professor from the University of Tennessee. She has a doctorate in adult learning from Columbia University and a master’s in counseling from the University of South Florida. How adults continue to learn, grow, and change across their lifetimes has been her career-long passion. (p. 19)

Who Are We? We are Ringling College Continuing Studies (RCCS)

S+DA offers visual arts learning experiences for preteens to adults.

Designed to engage students of all levels and advance skills, subjects range from painting, drawing, and ceramics to photography, digital illustration, and more. Classes are held online, as well as on the Ringling College Museum Campus and at Ringling College of Art and Design.

OLLI at Ringling College is a

EAC is the Englewood Art Center;

member of the prestigious

located to the south of Sarasota,

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

EAC focuses on education,

network. OLLI programs include

exhibitions, and events. In

courses, workshops, and lectures.

addition to four galleries for

Courses are held year-round

exhibitions, the EAC houses

online and at the Ringling College

two well-equipped 2D studio

Museum Campus. OLLI courses

classrooms, a pottery studio,

are non-credit and based on a

a digital media studio, and a

liberal arts curriculum. There are

lending library.

no grades and no tests. Courses are offered purely for the joy of learning.

Ringling College’s PreCollege program is a 4-week academic residential experience for high school students ages 16-18. Students are enrolled in two immersion courses for in-depth study with Ringling faculty and four core studio courses to build a strong foundation. Students can also attend a series of elective mini-workshops and enjoy a robust Student Life program while on campus. Students who complete the program successfully earn 3 college credits which are fully transferrable.

Where Are We? S+DA and OLLI staff and courses are primarily located on the Ringling College Museum Campus. The Museum Campus shares its location with the Sarasota Art Museum, now housed in the historic Sarasota High School.

Ringling College Museum Campus

Englewood Art Center (EAC)

1001 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236

350 S McCall Road, Englewood, FL 34223

(941) 955-8866 | scs@ringling.edu

(941) 474-5548 | eac@ringling.edu

Learn More Online course catalogs:

Register for courses:

Ringling College PreCollege:

www.ringling.edu/scs

https://rcad.augusoft.net/

www.ringling.edu/PreCollege

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1001 S. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34236-9117