Lifelong Learning Program Spring 2026

Lifelong Learning Catalog SPRING 2026

BE CURIOUS. STAY INFORMED. HAVE FUN. www.shepherd.edu/lifelonglearning

TABLE OF CONTENTS : SPRING 2026

DEAR LIFELONG LEARNERS

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BROWN BAG LUNCHEON LECTURES

LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAM

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Meeting a Double Bottom Line: Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs).....................10

COURSES

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Social Justice in Appalachia: Reflections on the Highlander Education and Research Center.....................10

Making It as Easy as 1, 2, 3: A Three-Class Series to Build Confidence and Joy with Technology............ 3 Deep Dives: Psychotherapy and Psychological WellBeing................................................................................... 3 Chekhov is Enough........................................................... 4 Zora Neale Hurston: “A Genius of the South: Novelist, Folklorist, Anthropologist”............................................ 4 Café Society....................................................................... 4 Writing For and About Women: A Writing Workshop.... 4 Why Many Voters Have Indigestion: Bland Vegetables, Syrupy Desserts, and Salty Nuts................................... 5 CATF In Context: Introduction to Theater and the New Play Process.............................................................. 5 The Declaration of Independence at 250 Years.......... 5 Myth and Magic in Renaissance Florence................... 5 Reimagining Your Good Life.......................................... 6 Hi-Ho Silver and My Little Pony: The Horse in History, Sport, and Culture....................................... 6 World War I: The Underappreciated Conf lict............. 6 Current International Issues Discussion Group........ 6 World Geography.............................................................. 7 Forgotten Female Artists You Should Meet................ 7 Comparative Mythology.................................................. 7 The Bible Reexamined, Part II....................................... 7 Gear Up! A Fun Guide to Cars and the Automotive Industry, Part I................................................................. 8 Short Stories into Film: Science Fiction Version....... 8 Trump and the Rise of an Illiberal and Anti-Democratic Intellectual Elite....................... 8 Retirement Planning Today........................................... 8 Mixed Media Mayhem..................................................... 9 Wild Writers Retreat....................................................... 9

The Hundred Years’ War.........................................................10

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Joan of Arc -- The Maid of Orleans......................................11 The Southern Campaign: Where the American Revolutionary War Was Won.................................................11 The History of Hell...................................................................11 Battle at Gettysburg: What Soldiers and Civilians Saw......11 LGBTQIA+: Why We Need the Rainbow..............................12 Origin of Life: Fact vs. Fantasy..............................................12 U.S. Immigration Program in Challenging Times..........12 The Poetry of Tang China.......................................................12 Introduction to Soul Collage:Creating a Companion Animal Collage..........................................................................13 Healthy Aging for Women over age 65: Bone, Brain and Genital Health..................................................................13 Confused About Medicare?....................................................13 INTEREST GROUPS

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TOURS AND TRAVEL

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CALENDAR

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PRESIDENT’S LECTURE SERIES

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Can We Learn Anything from Antietam? ..........................22 2025 Nobel Prize Topics ..........................................................22 THANK YOU

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TO REGISTER FOR COURSES AND LECTURES Register online at www.Shepherd.edu/lifelonglearning or mail in the catalog registration form. Spring 2026 registration opens February 2!

SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

Dear Lifelong Learners, As we step into a new season of learning, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for the support, curiosity, and care you continue to bring to this community.

During times that remain uncertain and often challenging, your presence—your willingness to show up for one another, to stay engaged, and to keep asking questions— has been a steady source of inspiration.

This spring’s catalog reflects that spirit of curiosity and connection. We are offering an engaging mix of courses in the humanities, arts, sciences, and current events— along with writing workshops, discussion groups, technology classes, and hands-on creative experiences. Whether you’re exploring Renaissance Florence, diving into world geography, reflecting on the psychology of well-being, unpacking political communication, joining a lively book or film discussion, or discovering new artistic techniques, there is truly something for every interest and learning style. Our Brown Bag lectures, day trips, and interest groups also return with fresh opportunities to learn, gather, and explore beyond the classroom.

This semester we are also honored to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence through Ray Smock’s timely and insightful course, The Declaration of Independence at 250 Years. His expertise invites us to reflect not only on the origins of this nation, but on how its core ideas continue to shape our public life today.

I also invite you to join us for Handwork Hour, held every Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Bring whatever handwork project you’re currently enjoying—knitting, crochet, needlepoint, weaving, or anything else—and settle in for tea, conversation, and companionable creativity in the Byrd Center Office Suite. It’s a warm, informal gathering open to all.

ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS

Richard Casuccio, M.D. Sandy Cavalier Heidi Dobish, Ph.D. Laraine Jimenez Mark Kohut Frank McCluskey, Ph.D. Eric Thompson Leslie Miller Claudine Lebeau COVER PHOTO

This cover photo was provided by Cindy Powers.

SPRING 2026

The Lifelong Learning Program has always been more than a set of classes. It is a gathering place where creative ideas take shape, where conversations spark insight, and where friendships form across experiences and perspectives. Each semester reminds me that learning is one of the most meaningful investments we can make—not only in ourselves, but in the well-being and resilience of our community.

I invite you to join us again this spring: to explore a new subject, return to a familiar passion, or simply enjoy the pleasure of learning together. Your participation strengthens this program and helps ensure that it remains a vibrant resource for our region.

Thank you for helping nurture a place where ideas flourish and connections thrive. I look forward to seeing you in class, in conversation, and in community.

With Gratitude, Lucinda “Cindy” Powers Director of Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning

LIFELONG LEARNING PROGRAM 2

MISSION The Lifelong Learning Program at Shepherd University is a volunteer member-driven program dedicated to offering stimulating academic courses and activities to the community.

SUBSCRIPTION You can simply pay for individual classes and lectures, or purchase a subscription for the semester.

Subscription: $195 Includes all enrollment fees for unlimited classes and all lectures for the semester, as well as a free parking decal for lots on East and West Campus.

SCHOLARSHIPS The Shepherd University Lifelong Learning Program is pleased to be able to provide a limited number of scholarships to participants who would not otherwise be able to attend a course. Inquire about a scholarship by emailing Cindy Powers at Lpowers@shepherd.edu.

All classes and lectures are free to Shepherd University staff, faculty, and students.

BECOME AN INSTRUCTOR Do you miss teaching? Share your passion.

Inspire others to learn and explore. Interact and engage with peers and community members. The Shepherd University Lifelong Learning Program is looking for course instructors.

Shepherd University’s Lifelong Learning educational program is centered on classes developed and taught by volunteers who share their time and knowledge. The program is an academic cooperative that provides mature adults with opportunities for intellectual development, cultural stimulation, and social interaction. To show our appreciation, we are offering a free subscription to instructors.

BECOME A CLASSROOM TECH ASSISTANT The Shepherd University Lifelong Learning Program is looking for volunteers to be class assistants. Class assistants help the instructors to ensure that announcements are made, attendance is taken, handouts are distributed, and manages classroom technology (Zoom, PowerPoint, YouTube, etc.).

Class assistants are essential to the smooth functioning of the Lifelong Learning Program and enjoy the benefit of becoming better acquainted with both instructors and fellow class participants, as well as invitations to special events. If you would like to volunteer to be a class assistant in one or more of your classes, please email Cindy Powers at Lpowers@ shepherd.edu. Thank you for volunteering!

REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS Some of the courses require students to obtain books or material essential to the class. Four Seasons Bookstore is offering our students a 15% discount on most course books.

Mention the Shepherd University Lifelong Learning Program to receive a discount.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY Should an extreme weather emergency, power or water failure, or Executive Order from the Governor warrant the closing of offices, events will be canceled for that day. Please look for public notification on the Shepherd website. If this affects an event or course you have registered for, you will be updated via email by the director or course instructors/ assistants.

REFUND POLICY Refunds are available upon request, with the exception of a 6% administrative fee. For trips and events that involve reservations or pre-ordered materials, refunds may not be possible after a certain date. Please check with the director for details specific to your event.

Help develop innovative, interesting, and compelling learning experiences. Join a national movement of adult learners in West Virginia. To become an instructor, please email Cindy Powers at Lpowers@shepherd.edu.

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MAKING IT AS EASY AS 1, 2, 3: A THREECLASS SERIES TO BUILD CONFIDENCE AND JOY WITH TECHNOLOGY MONDAYS, MARCH 16, 23, 30 (3 WEEKS) INSTRUCTOR: Daniel Bennett LOCATION: Multipurpose Room (In-person only) TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

COST: $45 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

This is a three-session, hands-on series designed to help adults and seniors build confidence, safety, and joy in everyday technology. Each class blends clear demonstrations with practical, privacy-aware guidance.

CLASS 1: GETTING STARTED SAFELY Learn the essentials of using smartphones, tablets, and computers with confidence. Practice adjusting settings, using email and video calls, creating strong passwords, spotting scams, and browsing safely.

CLASS 2: THE CLOUD, APPS, AND HOBBIES Explore how cloud storage keeps your photos and files organized and secure. Discover helpful apps for travel, health, hobbies, and learning, plus smart devices and voice assistants that make life easier.

CLASS 3: YOUR WORLD, PERSONALIZED — AI AND SIMPLE APP DESIGN Experience how AI can support everyday tasks through recipe, travel, and assistance tools. Then design your own simple app concept using beginner-friendly, no-code tools, while learning about responsible and secure AI use.

By the end, participants will feel capable, informed, and excited to use technology creatively and safely. Open office hours will be available at this time on April 6, 13, and 20.

SPRING 2026

ZORA NEALE HURSTON: “A GENIUS OF THE SOUTH: NOVELIST, FOLKLORIST, ANTHROPOLOGIST” MONDAYS, MARCH 16, 23, 30, APRIL 6, 13, 20, 27 (7 WEEKS)

COURSES

Course Locations: All in-person courses (unless otherwise noted) take place in the Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education, 213 N. King Street, Shepherdstown, WV 25443. Courses listed with the classroom “and Zoom” are hybrid, meaning they are held in person and participants can join the class remotely via Zoom. Please note that the course classrooms are subject to change.

INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Linda Tate LOCATION: Multipurpose Room and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees REQUIRED TEXT: Zora Neale Hurston, Mules and Men and Their Eyes Were Watching God. (See note below)

When Alice Walker found Zora Neale Hurston’s unmarked grave in the early 1970s, she wanted to honor her literary foremother. She had a tombstone erected that read: Zora Neale Hurston: “A Genius of the South: Novelist, Folklorist, Anthropologist.” Just who was this woman who had died in poverty and obscurity, and why did Walker feel compelled to bring renewed attention to her? In this course, we will explore Hurston, a central figure in the Harlem Renaissance.

We will read a portion of her folklore and anthropology work in her 1935 book, Mules and Men, in which Hurston travels from New York City to her hometown of Eatonville, Florida, to collect stories from her community and from the nearby turpentine camp. We will also read all of Hurston’s 1937 novel, Their Eyes Were Watching God, considered now to be one of the most important American novels of the 20th century.

We will also explore some of the many recordings Hurston made for the Works Progress Administration. The reading for the course will be very manageable and quite enjoyable.

Hurston knew how to find great stories and how to tell them.

If possible, buy the required reading editions for sale at Four Seasons Books. Books can be purchased at the store, or if you are unable to travel to the store, you can buy them online via the bookstore and still get a discounted price. Contact the bookstore or Dr. Tate for information. If you already have these books in another edition, that will be fine. This class is capped at 20 people.

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DEEP DIVES: PSYCHOTHERAPY AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING

CAFÉ SOCIETY DISCUSSION GROUP EVERY TUESDAY EXCEPT HOLIDAYS

MONDAYS, MARCH 16, 23, 30, APRIL 6, 13 (5 WEEKS) INSTRUCTOR: Marty Amerikaner LOCATION: Multipurpose Room and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

For this Spring, our Deep Dive will focus on areas that Marty focused on during his teaching and clinical career in psychology.

More specifically, this class will explore questions such as: What is psychotherapy....really? How does it work when it works well... and, when it doesn’t? How is all of this related to the major “schools” of therapy that have been developed (and sometimes discarded) over the years? What are the implicit or explicit goals or defining characteristics of therapy effectiveness associated with these various approaches to psychotherapy? How do these themes resonate with ongoing research on psychological wellbeing? The instructor will draw on key research findings, video clips (as available) and class members’ questions, perspectives and experiences throughout the class discussions.

CHEKHOV IS ENOUGH MONDAYS, MARCH 16, 23, 30, APRIL 6, 13, 20 INSTRUCTOR: Mark Kohut LOCATION: Multipurpose Room and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

Anton Chekhov, Russian playwright and short story writer, born in the 19th century port city of Taganrog -- and one generation removed from serfdom -- proclaimed “I have spent my life squeezing the slave from my soul.” He started as the Woody Allen of his time: jokes and sketches. By 28, he was a penetrating genius of the human psyche.

FACILITATOR: Daniel Bennett LOCATION: On Zoom Only TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

COST: Free to public

Designed to foster a more robust civil society, more cohesive and interactive communities, greater media literacy and a more informed and engaged public through “coffee shop” conversations about contemporary social and political issues. By engaging in a meaningful exchange of ideas and perspectives, these conversations can enliven the core of democracy and empower communities and individuals.

WRITING FOR AND ABOUT WOMEN: A WRITING WORKSHOP TUESDAYS, MARCH 17, 24, 31, APRIL 7, 14 (5 WEEKS) INSTRUCTOR: Pat Donohoe LOCATION: Room 164 (In-person only) TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

According to the latest statistics, women comprise 80 percent of those who purchase and read fiction. Some critics (mostly male) say that fiction has become too female-coded, that it focuses too much on domestic themes (such as birth, love, and relationship) as opposed to subjects more typically associated with men (such as death, power, and war). Is that true? What specifically is women’s literature? Are certain tropes, devices, and readerships particularly characteristic of so-called women’s literature? In this writing workshop, we will explore, share, and discuss writing samples in fiction and creative nonfiction from perspectives and subcategories especially associated with writing for and about women. This class is capped at 12 people.

As a medical doctor, he knew birth and death. And disease, including what killed him young, at 44 -- tuberculosis. He knew love like Taylor Swift and love in vain as the Stones are always singing. He knew the beauty and earthly cosmos of the Russian steppes and hollers. He knew the highs and lows as if this is what being human means. He perfected realism for ‘life and life only’.

Chekhov, like Shakespeare, is enough.

Join this discussion-based class as we swim through one or two of his stories per week, feeling into one of the greatest writers of all time. All the stories are available online (links will be shared), and some books will be recommended.

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SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

WHY VOTERS HAVE INDIGESTION: BLAND VEGETABLES, SUGARY DESSERTS, SALTY NUTS

THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE AT 250 YEARS

TUESDAYS, MARCH 17, 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21

TUESDAYS, MARCH 17, 24, 31, APRIL 7, 14, 21

INSTRUCTOR: Daryl Glenney LOCATION: Multipurpose Room and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

INSTRUCTOR: Ray Smock LOCATION: Multipurpose Room & Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees RECOMMENDED TEXT: American Scripture: Making the Declaration of Independence, by Pauline Maier, and American Dialogue: The Founders and Us, by Joseph Ellis

In the aftermath of the 2024 election, our political debate resembles TV cooking show competitions: Republicans are ramping up tasty rhetoric and Democrats are whimpering unpalatable excuses. But what are they all trying to say? Who is listening? Do words even count in this era of influencers and entertainers? Which is most critical, the medium, the messenger, or the message? (Charlie Kirk would have said all three.)

In this interactive class, we will explore the smorgasbord of today’s political communication on each party’s menu and create some TikTok-worthy recipes of our own. (Prep work: Engage your brain and your sense of humor.)

CATF IN CONTEXT: INTRODUCTION TO THEATER AND THE NEW PLAY PROCESS TUESDAYS, MARCH 17, 24, 31, APRIL 7, 14, 21

INSTRUCTOR: Peggy McKowen LOCATION: CCA building, classroom 211 & ZOOM TIME: 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

Interested in expanding your cultural horizons and learning what it takes to make a play? Join Artistic Director Peggy McKowen for a six-week introductory course that will introduce you to the vocabulary and worlds of the American theater. Learn more about various artists involved in creating a play and how a play becomes a production viewed by an audience. Using play scripts from the upcoming summer festival, you will walk through the process of writing, directing, designing, and much more as you begin to embrace the world of the theater. This class is capped at 20 people in-person, but open to an unlimited number as Zoom-Only. When registering, please make sure to select the “in-person” or “Zoomonly” option.

SPRING 2026

Throughout the United States in 2026, there will be celebrations and events related to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. How should we remember this key event in history and how do we apply its meaning to our own time? There is an official government entity to lead the national celebration called the 1776 Commission. We will discuss its goals, and the goals of other groups and scholars who have differing views of the meaning of this anniversary.

MYTH AND MAGIC IN RENAISSANCE FLORENCE WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 18, 25, APRIL 1, 8, 15, 22 INSTRUCTOR: Frank “Doc” McCluskey, Ph.D. LOCATION: Multipurpose Room and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees REQUIRED TEXT: Commentary of Plato’s Symposium on Love by Marsilio Ficino, translated by Sears Jayne, Spring Publications. ISBN 978-0-88214-142-8

Meet Marsilio Ficino: priest, astrologer, translator, philosopher and magician. Through his writing, we will see the transition from the Late Middle Ages to the Italian Renaissance. See how the revival of pagan thought reinvigorated literature and science. We will also examine the art and architecture of Florence that resulted.

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REIMAGINING YOUR GOOD LIFE WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 25, April 1, 8, 15 (4 WEEKS)

WORLD WAR I – THE UNDERAPPRECIATED CONFLICT WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 18, 25, APRIL 1, 8, 15, 22

INSTRUCTORS: Carol Richmond, Ph.D. and Larry Neumark LOCATION: 164 and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

COST: $60 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

In this course, you will explore assumptions and beliefs about your good life by participating in activities, practices, and discussions to increase your hopefulness and decrease loneliness. Through music, poems, and mindfulness, you will learn ways to improve relationships, increase body awareness, prosperity, and mind/ spirit role. We will explore the inherent belovedness of every human being and envision a world of belonging where everyone matters. Eckhart Tolle says we need to move away from the conditioned mind (old good life view) to a deeper identity as Being or Consciousness. The course will strive to awaken and challenge us while increasing our aspirations for a new good life.

HI-HO SILVER AND MY LITTLE PONY – THE HORSE IN HISTORY, SPORT, AND CULTURE WEDNESDAYS, MARCH 18, 25, APRIL 1, 8, 15, 22 INSTRUCTOR: Michelle L. Casuccio LOCATION: Multipurpose Room and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

Explore the unique and vital role that the horse has played in our history, our culture and our sports. Often mistakenly thought of as the purview only of the rich, the horse remains bonded into many American families, continuing the relationship which once ensured our very survival. Dressage, Hunt Seat, Polo, Fox Hunting, Steeplechasing and Racing will all be discussed in depth. We will also discuss horse care and safety and ethical concerns.

This reprises a course first offered in the Spring of 2021. Released from covid restrictions, weekend opportunities will now be offered after the classes. You will be invited to visit a top Show Barn, attend a Polo Match, and watch a Fox Hunt as they share a stirrup cup and then canter off to the sound of the horn. And in June, we will be ringside for the Upperville Jumper Classic, which is the premier event of the oldest Horse Show in America. (Personal transportation is required for the optional weekend activities).

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INSTRUCTOR: Wolfgang Pordzik LOCATION: Multipurpose Room and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

During the “Great War” more than 120,000 American soldiers lost their lives on the European battlefields – twice the number of those killed in Vietnam. WWI and its concluding peace treaty had a massive impact on world politics, on Western societies, and American domestic politics.

The modern Middle East, the Bolshevik Revolution and the rise of Communism, American isolationism and the America First movement, World War II and the Holocaust cannot be understood without World War I in 1914-1918. Yet, in the public consciousness and popular culture, the First World War remains obscure, underappreciated, even neglected.

This course will unpack the reasons why the war has been forgotten: Is it the lack of a clear “good vs. evil” narrative -- unlike WWII? Is it that less documentation is available -- the war was too early for comprehensive media coverage? Or is it because the U.S. military was directly engaged for only 19 months? Equally important, the course will connect many features of today’s world to their origin in World War I.

CURRENT INTERNATIONAL ISSUES DISCUSSION GROUP THURSDAYS, MARCH 19, 26, APRIL 2, 9, 16, 23 FACILITATOR: Fred Turco LOCATION: On Zoom TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

This discussion group will cover current events around the world.

Participants are expected to provide their understanding of the current discussion subjects. Materials will be sent for extra reading, however more information is welcomed.

SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

WORLD GEOGRAPHY

COMPARATIVE MYTHOLOGY

THURSDAYS, MARCH 19, 26, April 2, 9, 16 (5 WEEKS)

THURSDAYS, MARCH 19, 26, APRIL 2, 9, 16, 23

INSTRUCTOR: John V. Spears, Ph.D. LOCATION: Room 164 (In-person only) TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

INSTRUCTOR: Eric Thompson LOCATION: Multipurpose Room and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

Our globe invites travel these days, more than ever before. Yet so wide is the world that many of us haven’t considered the many wonderful possibilities of our blue marble. This course will take you on a journey of discovery of some of the most picturesque, and historically and strategically important locations on the globe.

For many centuries of “Western Civilization” the opening chapters of the Bible were taken simply as a literal account of the origins of the universe, the earth, and all its life forms. Beginning in the Renaissance, the richness of the many alternative myths of creation that were edged out of consciousness by the triumph of Christianity were gradually rediscovered, deciphered, and published. The result has been the awakening of understanding about what genre the literature of Genesis, and much of the rest of the Bible, belongs to. In this class, we will compare myths drawn from ancient world cultures on these themes: The origin of gods and goddesses and the universe; the origin, diversity and spread of humanity; gender formation and identity; the trickster; the hero; and the monster. Sample myths will be taken from these ancient cultures: Egypt, Anatolia (Turkey), Israel, Greece, Rome, Scandinavia, Iran, India, China, Japan, Guatemala, and California, and compare them to the Bible and to each other. We will conclude by exploring how much of our current culture is made up of myth.

Since geography famously describes “the why of the where,” it gives us a portal to go way beyond the tourist brochures to explore the economy, history and culture of various places, and even take brief looks at geology’s knowledge of the slow-moving foundation beneath. This course is a new invention, but it draws from the instructor’s other courses on Modernity and the History of Science along with much new material.

As always, his course will be heavy on graphics, and if you love maps, you’ll see quite a number. And since we’ve all traveled some, for work or pleasure, we’ll have some space to describe and share what we’ve seen.

Pack your curiosity and come along!

THE BIBLE REEXAMINED: PART II FORGOTTEN FEMALE ARTISTS YOU SHOULD MEET THURSDAYS, MARCH 19, 26, APRIL 2, 9, 16, 23 INSTRUCTOR: Dianne L. Roman LOCATION: Room 164 and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

Once upon a time women were acknowledged among the list of artists. If not for the Corinthian Maid, we might not yet have portraiture. Prior to 100 AD, Pliny the Elder included several women artists in his Natural History. Over the next two thousand years the number of acknowledged female artisans has increased or decreased depending on various art historians and texts. By 1962, H. W. Janson’s History of Art included zero. Where did they go?

Thanks to the brave writers in the 1970s, who pounded away at this misrepresentation, a staggering number of unacknowledged female artists across the disciplines has steadily emerged. Join me this spring as we investigate several of these amazing and productive individuals. No deep dives, but a lot of variety, lots of fun, and of course slides I will share my personal research list and links before classes begin. Possibly each participant will discover one or more artists they are compelled to learn more about. Sharing in class will be encouraged. Hopefully a field trip to the National Museum of Women in the Arts in D.C. can also be arranged.

SPRING 2026

FRIDAYS, MARCH 20, 27, APRIL 3, 10, 17, 24 INSTRUCTOR: Randall Tremba LOCATION: Room 165 (In-person Only) TIME: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees REQUIRED TEXT: The Bible Reexamined: Eve Is a Hero. Mary Is Not a Virgin. Jesus Is Not the Way, by Randall Tremba

You’re welcome to attend the second part whether you participated in the Fall course or not. There’ll be a brief recap of Part I (Genesis 1-11), including Eve as a hero, not a villain, plus how the Bible was formed and how it regrettably became THE WORD OF GOD. It’s a human product!

Part 2 features a conversation around the second half of the book which features Jesus and the Gospels. What actually are the gospels if not historical? Is Jesus historical or fictional? Was Jesus born of a virgin? Did Jesus die for our sins? Is the Resurrection fact or fiction?

Is Jesus the way, the truth and the life? If not, what is? (Sorry. No spoiler here!) Is Jesus coming back? How can we repair the world?

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GEAR UP! A FUN GUIDE TO CARS AND THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY: PART II

TRUMP AND THE RISE OF AN ILLIBERAL AND ANTIDEMOCRATIC INTELLECTUAL ELITE

FRIDAYS, MARCH 20, 27, APRIL 3, 10, 17, 24 INSTRUCTOR: William Martien LOCATION: Multipurpose Room (In-person only) TIME: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

We will go over automotive manufacturing, care for your vehicle, a deep dive into sub-compact crossovers, symptoms that are telling you your car has an issue that needs repair and much more.

SHORT STORIES INTO FILM: SCIENCE FICTION VERSION FRIDAYS, MARCH 20, 27, APRIL 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1 (7 Weeks) INSTRUCTOR: Pam Clark LOCATION: Multipurpose Room & ZOOM (Hybrid) TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees

Hollywood often gleans ideas for films from literature for film fodder.

We will explore three science fiction short stories from which major motion pictures have been harvested. We’ll begin with a flying saucer landing on the National Mall in D.C. in “The Day the Earth Stood Still,” a 1951 anti-war film based on a story by Harry Bates. Fast forward to 2002’s “Minority Report,” based on a story by Philip K. Dick. The movie is a detective thriller where a pilot program tests the “innocent until proven guilty” guarantee by arresting, convicting, and incarcerating murderers before they commit their crimes. We’ll end with “Arrival,” a film which was nominated in 2016 for Best Picture. In it, a linguist is enlisted by the US Army to discover how to communicate with extraterrestrials who have arrived on Earth before tensions lead to war.

It is based on “Story of Your Life” by Ted Chiang.

We will read and discuss the stories (emailed to you ahead of time as PDFs), then watch the DVDs of the movies, and finally chat about the salient similarities and the gob-smacking differences.

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FRIDAYS, MARCH 20, 27, APRIL 3, 10, 17, 24 INSTRUCTOR: Michael T Rock, Samuel and Etta Wexler Emeritus Professor of Economic History, Bryn Mawr College LOCATION: Multipurpose Room and Zoom (Hybrid) TIME: 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

COST: $79 or free with the Spring subscription; Free for SU students and employees REQUIRED TEXT: Laura K Field (2025) Furious Minds: The Making of the MAGA New Right. Princeton: Princeton University Press.

It is well known that Trump has strong autocratic proclivities. It is equally well known that the Republican Party is an anti-system (anti-democratic) party. What is less well known is that Trump’s rise to power spawned an illiberal and anti-democratic intellectual elite seeking to take over the American state and the country’s major institutions by a slow long march through both. The aims of this course are to describe and analyze the rise of this New Right and to place it the context of American history.

RETIREMENT PLANNING TODAY Session I: THURSDAYS, MARCH 19 AND 26 TIME: Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

OR Session II: SATURDAYS, MARCH 21 AND 28 TIME: Saturdays, 9 a.m.–12 p.m.

INSTRUCTOR: Matthew Kradel, CFP(R) LOCATION: Byrd Center Auditorium COST: $49; Free for SU students and employees

Learn how to: manage investment risks, use new tax laws to your advantage, make informed decisions about your company retirement plan, and adjust your estate plan to function properly under the new laws. Money is only one aspect of retirement planning. This course blends financial education with life planning to help you build wealth, align your money with your values, and achieve your retirement lifestyle goals.

The goal is to provide high-quality, generic education without any mention of specific financial products or services. Couples may attend together for a single registration fee. This is a two– part workshop – choose the Thursday or Saturday session. Class sizes are limited, so register today.

SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

FASTENER OPEN LAB JANUARY 13 – APRIL 25

WILD WRITERS RETREAT AT CAPON SPRINGS & FARMS MAY 3-6

INSTRUCTOR: Victoria Schilling LOCATION: FASTEnER Lab TIME: Open Lab Hours COST: $266 or $206 with a Spring subscription; $206 for SU students and employees

This open lab is for individuals intending to use the FASTEnER Lab to work on a self-directed project over the course of the semester during open lab hours. The instructors will provide support in areas of casting, digital fabrication, woodworking, and metalworking. Lab fees go towards a variety of consumables and maintenance costs for a student to use the lab for the entire semester. Depending on the depth and duration of the project, a participant may be asked to purchase additional consumables for the lab. All registrants for open lab will be required to complete a lab safety overview before using the lab (scheduled individually with the instructor).

SPRING SEMESTER OPEN LAB HOURS: Mondays: 9am-12pm, 3pm-5pm Thursdays: 5pm-9pm Tuesdays: 5pm-9pm Fridays: 9am-12pm, 1pm-5pm Wednesdays: 9am-12pm, 5pm-12am Saturdays: 12pm-5pm

MIXED MEDIA MAYHEM THURSDAYS, APRIL 30, MAY 7, 14, 21, 28 INSTRUCTOR: Kirsten Lee LOCATION: Multipurpose Room (In-person only) TIME: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

COST: Free

INSTRUCTOR: Denise Kupiszewski LOCATION: Capon Springs & Farms COST: $485 or $455 for Spring subscribers

The retreat offers a getaway for writers at all levels interested in developing their craft and expanding their writing community.

In May, the program will provide plenty of personal writing time bookended with a morning workshop led by award-winning authors and after-dinner critique sessions for those interested in giving and receiving feedback on their work. Not only will writers have uninterrupted time to write among supportive fellow writers in a peaceful environment, the low-key mountain resort at Capon Springs and Farm is the perfect location for serious hiking, swimming, golfing, stargazing, fishing, and eating.

Don’t forget the enjoyable cocktail hour on the writers’ porch, where lively discussions prevail and close friendships begin. Please contact Denise at dehermannbooks@gmail.com for a detailed schedule of the retreat.

Invite your inner child to art class! Reunite with childhood friends like crayons, watercolors, and construction paper. Make new friends: specialized art materials, grown-up art concepts and techniques, and of course, new human friends. Weekly lessons focus on learning key artistic concepts and techniques while rediscovering the joy of creative exploration. Exercises are tailored to beginners and experienced artists alike, meeting individuals where they are in their artistic journey and encouraging ongoing growth. You will receive a core materials kit to keep, to encourage art making beyond the classroom. You will learn the strengths and limitations of a wide variety of art supplies in a shared classroom kit, allowing you to push the possibilities in your creations. This project is supported with financial assistance from the West Virginia Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts, with approval of the West Virginia Commission on the Arts. Priority will be given to first-time students.

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President’s Lecture Series

Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix, president of Shepherd University, has created this distinguished lecture series for the campus and community, and it has become part of the Lifelong Learning Program. All lectures, which are free and open to the public, take place in the Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education auditorium. These lectures will also be livestreamed on the Shepherd University YouTube channel (find the livestream link at shepherd.edu/president /presidents-lecture-series).

CAN WE LEARN ANYTHING FROM ANTIETAM? MONDAY, JANUARY 26, 2026 SPEAKER: D. Scott Hartwig TIME: 6:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Auditorium COST: FREE

Why do we study history? What is its value to our lives today? What could we possibly learn from a battle that occurred 163 years ago? The extraordinary challenges faced by the people who lived the Battle of Antietam and its consequences are greater than most of us will ever experience in our lifetime.

They have a story to tell us. History may not repeat itself, but we have more in common with the people who came before us than we might imagine. And we can learn from them and how they grappled with extreme circumstances. This program will explore the stories of several individuals associated with Antietam and consider what they might teach us.

2025 NOBEL PRIZE TOPICS TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026 SPEAKER: Shepherd University Faculty TIME: 6:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Auditorium COST: FREE

Shepherd University faculty will discuss the topics of the 2025 Nobel Prize winning awards: The Nobel Prize in Physics 2025 “for the discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunneling and energy quantisation in an electric circuit.” – Dr. Sytil Murphy, Associate Professor of Natural and Physical Sciences, and Department Chair The Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 “for the development of metal-organic frameworks.” – Dr. Joseph Lokant, Lecturer of Chemistry The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2025 “for their discoveries concerning peripheral immune tolerance.” – Dr. Robert Warburton, Professor of Biochemistry The Nobel Prize in Literature 2025 “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art.” – Dr. James Pate, Associate Professor of English History and Modern Languages The Nobel Peace Prize 2025 “for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy.” – Dr. Sam Greene, Associate Professor of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Department Co-Chair The Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel 2024 “for having identified the prerequisites for sustained growth through technological progress” and “for the theory of sustained growth through creative destruction.” – Dr. Amanda Mandzik – Associate Professor of Business, Accounting, Economics, and Finance

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SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

BROWN BAG LUNCHEON LECTURES

Check out the Lifelong Learning website, www.shepherd.edu/lifelonglearning, to learn more about the speakers and topics!

MEETING A DOUBLE BOTTOM LINE: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS (CDFIS) WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4 SPEAKER: David Black LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Auditorium TIME: 2:10 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

Backlash against its involvement with the Civil Rights Movement led to the school’s closure by the state of Tennessee in 1961.

The school was reorganized and moved to Knoxville, Tennessee, where it was rechartered as the Highlander Research and Education Center. Highlander has been in its current home in New Market, Tennessee, since 1971.

Horton retired in 1969. One of the subsequent directors was Helen Matthews Lewis, author of Living Social Justice in Appalachia and widely considered to be the “Mother of Appalachian Studies.”

Credit plays a critical role in the U.S. economy, and over its history various types of formal and informal institutions have been used to broaden financial access.

From Benjamin Franklin’s Artisan Fund to the fictional Bailey Building and Loan in “It’s a Wonderful Life,” we’ve celebrated how institutions that combine mission and entrepreneurship can improve society by serving those of limited means.

Featuring historical background and personal reflections, this lecture will highlight Horton’s philosophy and the Highlander “method,” trace the connection between Highlander and Appalachian studies as a field of study and service, and consider the links between Highlander and the origins of Shepherd University’s Center for Appalachian Studies and Communities.

In this discussion, we will explore community development financial institutions (CDFIs), a relatively recent and growing field of regulated and nonprofit institutions dedicated to improving low-income communities.

THE HUNDRED YEARS’ WAR

PLEASE NOTE: This lecture has an unusual time and location and is not a lunch lecture

SOCIAL JUSTICE IN APPALACHIA: REFLECTIONS ON THE HIGHLANDER EDUCATION AND RESEARCH CENTER MONDAY, MARCH 9 SPEAKER: Dr. Linda Tate LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 SPEAKER: Claudine Lebeau LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

In this introductory lecture on Joan of Arc, we will examine the Hundred Years’ War—a period of tumultuous conflict shaped by dynastic claims, territorial rivalries, political slights, and acts of treachery. Over the course of this struggle, England and France evolved from fragmented medieval kingdoms into more centralized territorial monarchies, laying the foundations of the modern state.

We will explore key episodes of this epic struggle while considering their shifting historical contexts. This is part one of a two-part series, but you are welcome to attend whether or not you plan to attend part two (“Joan of Arc – The Maid of Orleans”) the following week.

Strongly influenced by his professor Reinhold Niebuhr, Myles Horton co-founded the Highlander Folk School in Monteagle, Tennessee, in 1932. Originally focused on labor organizing, Highlander went on to play a critical role in the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s, as it trained activists such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, John Lewis, Ralph Abernathy, and many others.

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JOAN OF ARC - THE MAID OF ORLEANS

THE HISTORY OF HELL

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1

SPEAKER: Claudine Lebeau LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

SPEAKER: Eric Thompson LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

Fulfilling a prophecy and guided by visions, she emerged as the pivotal figure of the Hundred Years’ War. Against all odds, she galvanized French troops and ensured that the crown remained with the House of Valois. As we explore Joan’s exceptional contributions and her enduring fascination as a historical figure, we will consider how 19th- and 20th-century historiography has shaped our understanding of her legacy, and how her image has been appropriated for political purposes across the ideological spectrum. This is part two of a two-part series, but you are welcome to attend whether or not you have seen part one (“The Hundred Years’ War”) the previous week.

“Hell” derives from an Old Norse word for the underworld, which is the destination of most of the dead. In ancient Scandinavian religion, you have to die in battle to go to Valhalla; everyone else goes to Hell. You get there by descending a long stairway into the bowels of the earth where it is always frozen. A snowball has an excellent chance there. Biblical literature and its sources know not of “Hell” but of Hades, Erebos, Tartaros, She’ol, The Lake of Fire, and Gehenna. Purgatory is an early medieval creation. What is UP with all this? In this lecture, we will outline the evolution of Christian concept(s) of hell, and compare them to other religions’, and discuss the notion of posthumous punishments in general.

THE SOUTHERN CAMPAIGN: WHERE THE AMERICAN REVOLUTIONARY WAR WAS WON

BATTLE AT GETTYSBURG: WHAT SOLDIERS AND CIVILIANS SAW

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8

SPEAKER: Blane Ampthor LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

SPEAKER: Rik Scarce LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

Revolutionary War battles such as Bunker Hill, Lexington, Trenton and Saratoga are well known. These events took place in the northern colonies and set the tone of fighting early in the war. However, it was in the southern colonies, where the British had essentially conquered Georgia and South Carolina, that the tide of war was turned and where the Revolutionary War was won in a series of battles fought by many interesting people. Join us to learn more about it.

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This July marks the 163rd anniversary of the Civil War’s largest and most costly battle, fought less than fifty miles from Shepherdstown, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Rik Scarce will live-narrate his film, created for this lecture, “Battle at Gettysburg: What Soldiers and Civilians Saw.” It tells the story of the fighting through the eyes of both the soldiers who struggled there and the civilians who lived in and around Gettysburg—the 2,400 residents of that peaceful crossroads community who endured the horror of the Civil War landing at their doorsteps. In their own words, we will hear what happened and how this enormous clash was experienced by combatants and townspeople alike. And when the fighting was over, more than 21,000 wounded were left behind at Gettysburg—Rik will describe what the post-battle scene was like for the scarred soldiers, the distraught townspeople, and those who poured into Gettysburg to lend their labor to healing the wounded.

SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

LGBTQIA+: WHY WE NEED THE RAINBOW WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15

U.S. IMMIGRATION PROGRAM IN CHALLENGING TIMES MONDAY, APRIL 27

SPEAKER: Season Jones LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

In today’s world, it’s hard to find a safe place where you can feel comfortable asking questions about the LGBTQIA+ community.

Maybe you’re wondering why it seems like so many people are now identifying as transgender? What does trans even mean?

What does God and the Bible have to say about it? Have you wondered how to help those who are currently under attack?

Maybe you have a family member who identifies as queer, and you want to know how best to support them. And what do all those letters in LGBTQIA+ stand for anyway? Here is your chance to find out a little more about who makes up the LGBTQIA+ rainbow and why we enhance the beautiful tapestry of life. Bring your questions. This is a safe space to discuss this topic with curiosity and empathy.

ORIGIN OF LIFE: FACT VS. FANTASY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22 SPEAKER: Dan Shelton LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

Many people have a fascination with the origin of life on earth, the potential for life on other planets, and the possibility that earth may have been “seeded” with extraterrestrial life. Provocative stories routinely appear in the popular press suggesting that “we are not alone.” But what is fact and what is fantasy? An overview of the last century and a half of research (using a combination of slides, diagrams, and 3D models) will be presented, describing the formation of biological molecules (e.g., amino acids) and polymers (e.g., polypeptides), culminating with the “RNA world” view. We will review some of the critical steps/pathways required to achieve prokaryotic life as we know it, including carbon fixation, energy production and the genetic code. The sequence of events by which these processes came into existence is currently beyond our scientific understanding. So, is this the stuff of magic, mystery and/or miracle? You decide.

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SPEAKER: Paul Grussendorf LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

Paul Grussendorf will provide a background to the U.S. asylum and refugee programs, how they fit into American immigration law, and how policies under the current administration have changed the landscape, as well as present some ideas for comprehensive reform going forward.

THE POETRY OF TANG CHINA WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 SPEAKER: Jerry Collins LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

The Tang Dynasty (618 – 907), considered by many historians to be China’s greatest dynasty, is often referred to as “the Golden Age of Chinese Poetry.” It was the time when China’s greatest poets—Li Bai, Wang Wei and Du Fu—wandered the countryside, drank wine, admired the mountains and rivers, howled at the moon and wrote some of China’s bestremembered poems. This lecture will begin with some general remarks on the reasons for the Tang’s greatness, followed by comments on the nature of the Chinese language and the themes and characteristics of Chinese poetry. Most of the lecture time will be spent reading and analyzing specific poems provided by the speaker. So, after the speaker’s initial comments, the format will be primarily discussion.

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INTRODUCTION TO SOUL COLLAGE: CREATING A COMPANION ANIMAL COLLAGE

HEALTHY AGING FOR WOMEN OVER AGE 65 – BONE, BRAIN, AND GENITAL HEALTH

MONDAY, MAY 4

WEDNESDAY, MAY 6

SPEAKERS: Paula Donohue and Jeanne Marie McClure LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

SPEAKER: Carolyn Wilson LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room (and Zoom) TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: $15; Free for Spring subscribers, Shepherd students & employees

Soul Collage is a creative and intuitive act of cutting and pasting images. If you have never tried creating a collage, you will be amazed at what you can learn from this process -- it is much more than a craft project. In this lecture you will create a Companion Animal collage. Companion Animals are spirit guides in animal form, valuable allies who can help you navigate through life’s challenges and transitions. Start noticing if a particular animal keeps showing up in your life over and over again.

The median age of menopause in the US is 52.54 years. Many women spend more than 40 percent of their lives in post menopause, and it is important to optimize overall health in these years. I will discuss bone health, including osteopenia and osteoporosis. A review of risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention will be presented. Many women are concerned about cognition, and an update on ways to improve brain health will be reviewed, with a focus on exercise and cognition. Additionally, an area that is often overlooked is genital health. The topic of genitourinary syndrome of menopause will be presented. This includes vaginal atrophy, sexual dysfunction, urinary tract infections, and vulvar skin conditions such as lichen sclerosis. I will review the pathophysiology of GUSM and treatment options for improved vulvar and vaginal health. There will be time for questions following the presentation.

PLEASE NOTE: This lecture is limited to 15 people. Materials provided for in-person class students. Registration required.

Zoomers: Supplies to have on hand: Pictures of your Companion Animal (taken from magazines, special photos, old calendar), Scissors, glue stick, pencil, pen, note paper, 5 x 8-inch card

CONFUSED ABOUT MEDICARE? WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 SPEAKER: Judie Marshall LOCATION: Robert C. Byrd Center, Multipurpose Room TIME: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

COST: Free

Come learn the Medicare alphabet of parts A, B, C, and D. Detailed descriptions will be discussed for each part, eligibility, and how it applies to you or someone in your family. Handouts will also be available.

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SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

INTEREST GROUPS

Interest groups are an integral part of lifelong learning programs, providing opportunities to learn and socialize

outside the classroom. Types of groups could include hiking, reading, sewing, dancing, photography, to name a few.

We would like to incorporate additional interest groups in the Shepherd University Lifelong Learning Program. If you would like to volunteer to facilitate an interest group, please contact Cindy Powers at Lpowers@shepherd.edu.

ACTIONS FOR HAPPINESS

ARTFUL CODGERS

CONTACT: Carol Richmond

CONTACT: John Spears

carolrichmond@ymail.com Happiness is what we all want but it often seems difficult to find. We will share what’s good in our lives, our wins, renew our commitment to ourselves, connect with like-minded people, practice 21 keys to happiness, commit to happiness actions, have fun and focus on optimism in the days ahead.

Meetings are 4:30pm on the fourth Thursday of the month and can be on Zoom if requested.

jnsiii125@gmail.com This group is a spinoff group from Lifelong Learning’s spring 2024 Improv Course. We were having too much fun to stop.

We’re working on one-act plays and stories. Come and join our magic carpet ride. Contact John Spears for more details.

IN CONVERSATION WITH CREATIVITY

CONTACT: D.L. Roman

romandl@alumni.vcu.edu This informal once-a-month gathering is for all artistic thinking individuals. Both visual and verbal creators need a space to share ideas, discuss techniques, and receive encouragement and motivation from like-minded others.

As an outgrowth of the Fall 2024 “Striding Along with Julia Cameron” class, this group is open for continual discussion of the artist’s needs. Having worked with any of Cameron’s methods is not important, so join in whether you have read any of her books or not. Come willing to discuss your ideas, needs, successes, and setbacks.

Each meeting will evolve acording to the needs of the participants. Days and times to be arranged.

“READING PHILIP ROTH’S READING” INTEREST GROUP CONTACT: Mark Kohut mark.kohut@gmail.com This interest group completed all 31 of Philp Roth’s works and has moved on to his influences, Kafka, Mann, Chekhov...We are forever evolving, so reach out to Mark to find out what we’re reading now. This group meets Mondays at 9 a.m. over Zoom.

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GUITAR INTEREST GROUP CONTACT: Marty Amerikaner marty.amerikaner@gmail.com This is a group for guitarists who enjoy (or think they might enjoy) getting together with others as we strum our way through favorite tunes. We meet every Thursday afternoon at 3:00. The format is simple: we take turns “calling” songs from our list of tunes- classic rock, folk, pop, etc-- and we play through them. Lots of laughs, nothing too hard and we learn from each other along the way. If you know the basic major, minor and 7th chords, you’re right with us. We keep our tunes in an app called Songbook Pro, so access to a tablet is useful.

SHERLOCK HOLMES SOCIETY CONTACT: Frank McCluskey Frankmccluskey11@gmail.com Around the world, the hundreds of Holmes societies have been beloved for their mix of scholarship with tonguefirmly-in-cheek (as Dorothy Sayers said of her Holmes associations). We hope to meet four times a year for a spirited discussion of Holmes, Victorian literature, and all things London of 1895. We will toast, have a short presentation, and good fellowship.

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TOURS AND TRAVEL

Day Tours: Please check the website (www.Shepherd.edu/lifelonglearning) for updated day trip information. For email notifications of new day trips being offered, email continuing-education@shepherd.edu with a request to add you to the Lifelong Learning listserv or go to the Lifelong Learning website and sign up for the email list.

BALTIMORE MUSEUM OF ART -- AMY SHERALD: AMERICAN SUBLIME

SPRING EPHEMERAL WILDFLOWER WALK ON THE C&O CANAL TOWPATH

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

COST: $130

SUNDAY, APRIL 12 | 3 P.m. - 5:30 p.m.

COST: FREE (Donations welcome) DIFFICULTY: Easy **REGISTRATION REQUIRED** Register and join Kathy Bilton and Claudine Lebeau for a 2+ hour walk on the C&O Canal Towpath where we will marvel at the many signs of spring and welcome ephemeral wildflowers and budding shrubs.

Among them we will see: Spring Beauties, Corydalis, Dutchman’s Breeches, Squirrel Corns, Bloodroots, Virginia Bluebells, Mayapples, Virginia Waterleaves, flowering Spicebushes, Bladdernuts, Pawpaws, Violets and much more.

Amy Sherald: American Sublime traces the evolution of the artist, a defining voice of her generation who transformed American portraiture. The exhibition tells the story of Sherald’s vision and practice through 38 paintings created from 2007 to the present—from her early, rarely seen works to her iconic, larger-than-life portraits of Black Americans in everyday moments, many of which were painted in Baltimore and feature Baltimore-based models.

In 2016, Sherald made history as the first African American to win the grand prize in the National Portrait Gallery’s Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition for her painting Miss Everything (Unsuppressed Deliverance).

That recognition led to the commission of the official portrait of former First Lady Michelle Obama for the National Portrait Gallery’s collection.

Both works are featured in American Sublime, among many other highlights, including the cultural touchstone commissioned for Vanity Fair, a portrait of Breonna Taylor; the triptych Ecclesia (The Meeting of Inheritance and Horizons); and the bold painting Trans Forming Liberty.

This day trip will depart from Shepherd University by van at 8:30am to head to Baltimore, and arrive back around 5pm. A guided tour of the exhibit and lunch are included. There will also be time to explore other exhibits. Read more about the exhibits at the Baltimore Museum of Art at artbma.org.

SPRING EPHEMERAL WILDFLOWER WALK AT FERRY HILL SUNDAY MARCH 29 | 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

COST: Free (Donations welcome) DIFFICULTY: Moderate to Difficult - Walking stick recommended **REGISTRATION REQUIRED** Register and join Kathy Bilton and Claudine Lebeau for a 2+ hour walk at Ferry Hill where we will marvel at the many signs of spring and welcome ephemeral wildflowers and early-blooming shrubs. Among them we will see: Spicebushes, Spring Beauties, Cut-leaf Toothworts, Hepaticas, Bloodroots, Dutchman’s Breeches, Toadshade Trilliums, Leatherwoods, Pennsylvania sedges, Pawpaws, Early Saxifrages, violets and more.

It is through their mutual fascination with the ecology of Ferry Hill that Kathy and Claudine formed a bond. Kathy has led walks for the local Audubon Society and the Botanical Society of Washington. Claudine has led walks for the Maryland Native Plant Society.

Parking will be to the right of the Ferry Hill Mansion. To get there, cross the Rumsey Bridge from Shepherdstown and turn left at the top of the hill, just across from Canal Road. Map coordinates: 39.4386440934824, -77.79795235242912

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It is through their mutual fascination for the ecology of Ferry Hill that Kathy and Claudine formed a bond. Kathy has led walks for the local Audubon Society and the Botanical Society of Washington. Claudine has led walks for the Maryland Native Plant Society.

Parking will be in the overflow parking lot, downriver from the Rumsey Bridge. To get there, cross the bridge from Shepherdstown and turn right onto Canal Road at the top of the hill. Go down the hill, and continue past the smaller lot to the large lot after the railroad bridge.

39.43380717860721, -77.7950040905135

DAKOTA GLASS WORKS AND FARMS WORK WONDERS IN WARDENSVILLE, WV THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026 | 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

COST: PRICE TBD (Check Lifelong Learning website for updated pricing) This day of hands-on learning will explore the exciting new Farms Work Wonders project in Wardensville, WV. This exploration will include a farm tour, glass-blowing workshop, and farm-to-table lunch, as we learn more about the innovative ways we can invest in Appalachian communities.

If you’ve driven through Wardensville in the last five years, you know something wonderful is in the air. Maybe it’s the smell of freshly baked bread or newly tilled fields. Or maybe it’s because once­boarded up buildings are now bustling with new businesses like the Wardensville Garden Market, Lewis Farm, Dakota Glass Works, Mack’s Bingo Bakery, and Mack’s Bingo Kitchen (voted best new restaurant in 2023) - all of which are part of the Farms Work Wonders project.

In 2016, Jonathan D. Lewis, founder and board chair of Jonathan D. Lewis Foundation, launched Farms Work Wonders, an experimental pilot project in Wardensville. His nonprofit focuses on creating opportunities for local youth through food-, farm-, and arts-based social enterprises where youth are provided employment and taught essential skills.

Join us to make something beautiful from hot glass, enjoy lunch in a living classroom (rated the best casual dining in West Virginia in 2024), and learn more about this exciting initiative.

SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

International & National Tours: Join us on March 18 at 5:30pm to learn more about these trips with a presentation from

Collette representative Paul Julia! This event will be in the Byrd Center auditorium and is free and open to the public. To access the full brochures and registration forms, please go to the “Tours” section of our website: www.shepherd.edu/lifelonglearning/lifelong-learning-tours PLEASE NOTE: ShepherdUniversity travel insurance is required for all national and international tours. Collette travel protection plans are also available.

ISLANDS OF NEW ENGLAND

SOUTH PACIFIC WONDERS

A QUINTESSENTIAL AUTUMN JOURNEY THROUGH CHARMING

DISCOVER THE WONDERS OF AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND:

SEASIDE TOWNS AND HISTORIC AMERICAN LANDMARKS.

ADVENTURE, CULTURE, AND ICONIC LANDSCAPES.

OCTOBER 9 – 16, 2026

NOVEMBER 9 – 23, 2026

RESERVATION DEADLINE: Deposit due by April 9, 2026

Experience the magic of the South Pacific as you journey from Australia’s tropical north to New Zealand’s spectacular South Island. Snorkel the vibrant Great Barrier Reef, encounter unique wildlife, and immerse yourself in Indigenous culture.

Take in Sydney’s world-famous harbor, including the iconic Sydney Opera House and a scenic dinner cruise. In New Zealand, enjoy the charm of Christchurch and the alpine beauty of Queenstown, highlighted by a Lake Wakatipu cruise and traditional sheepdog demonstration. This unforgettable journey blends natural wonders, rich culture, and iconic experiences across two remarkable countries.

DEPARTURE FROM: Washington, D.C. PRICING (PER PERSON – IF BOOKED BY APRIL 9, 2026): Double $3,999 | Single $4,899 | Triple $3,949 INCLUDED MEALS: 7 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners TRAVEL PROTECTION (OPTIONAL): $429 TRIP HIGHLIGHTS: • Providence & Newport Mansion Tour • Plymouth Harbor Lobster Trap Cruise • Cape Cod, Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard • Kennedy Memorial, Whaling Museum • Traditional New England Lobster Dinner For more info and booking: https://gateway.gocollette. com/link/1360738

RESERVATION DEADLINE: May 11, 2026 DEPARTURE FROM: Washington, D.C. PRICING (PER PERSON – IF BOOKED BY MAY 11, 2026): Double $7,999 | Single $9,399 INCLUDED MEALS: 12 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 6 Dinners DEPOSIT: $698 per person TRAVEL PROTECTION (OPTIONAL): $699 TRIP HIGHLIGHTS: • Christchurch

• Milford Sound

• Queenstown

• Cairns

• Lake Wakatipu Cruise and Sheepdog Demonstration

• Great Barrier Reef • Sydney Opera House

For more info and booking: https://groups.gocollette.com/ en-US/link/1408397

SPRING 2026

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JOURNEY THROUGH NORTHERN VIETNAM

SHADES OF IRELAND

EXPERIENCE NORTHERN VIETNAM: CULTURE, CUISINE, AND

A DISCOVER IRELAND’S LEGENDS, LANDSCAPES, AND LIVING

CAPTIVATING LANDSCAPES.

TRADITIONS.

JANUARY 28 – FEBRUARY 8, 2027

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes of Northern Vietnam. Explore the bustling streets of Hanoi, savor local flavors on a Vespa-led food tour, and witness the artistry of traditional water puppetry. Journey through serene rice paddies and stilt villages in Mai Chau, connect with local communities, and enjoy a home-hosted dinner in Lac Village. Discover the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, marvel at the limestone peaks of Ninh Binh’s Trang An Grottoes, and cruise the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, visiting the iconic Cua Van Floating Village. This unforgettable adventure blends history, culture, and stunning natural beauty.

RESERVATION DEADLINE: June 29, 2026 DEPARTURE FROM: Washington, D.C. PRICING (PER PERSON IF BOOKED BY JUNE 29, 2026): DOUBLE: $4,999 | SINGLE: $5,899 INCLUDED MEALS: 10 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 8 Dinners DEPOSIT: $698 per person

RESERVATION DEADLINE: September 5, 2026 DEPARTURE FROM: Washington, D.C. PRICING (PER PERSON – IF BOOKED BY SEPT 5, 2026): DOUBLE $3,999 | SINGLE $4,899 | TRIPLE $3,949 INCLUDED MEALS: 8 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners DEPOSIT: $698 per person TRAVEL PROTECTION (OPTIONAL): $549 TRIP HIGHLIGHTS: • Dublin

• Jaunting Car Ride

• Irish Dinner & Entertainment

• Ring of Kerry

• Blarney Castle • Brewery Experience

TRAVEL PROTECTION (OPTIONAL): $549

• Cliffs of Moher • Sheepdog Demonstration • Castle Stay

For more details and booking: https://groups.gocollette. com/en-US/link/1408439

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS: • Water Puppetry Artist Demonstration

• Market Visit & Hands-On Cooking Experience

• Vespa-led Hanoi Food Tour

• Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

• Meet a Vietnam War Veteran

• Trang An Grottoes

• Lac Village Home-Hosted Dinner

MARCH 4-13, 2027

• Ha Long Bay • Cua Van Floating Village

For more details and booking: https://groups.gocollette. com/en-US/link/1408420

HIGHLIGHTS OF NORWAY “NORWAY IN FULL SPLENDOR: FJORDS, HISTORY, AND TIMELESS CHARM.”

APRIL 23 – MAY 1, 2027 Discover Norway at its most spectacular, from the colorful harbor of Bergen to the vibrant capital of Oslo. Cruise the breathtaking Geirangerfjord, soar high above the fjords on the Loen Skylift, and experience the legendary Flåm Railway.

Along the way, explore traditional culture at the Nordfjord Folk Museum and step back in time at the medieval Borgund Stave Church. This unforgettable journey blends dramatic landscapes, rich history, and authentic Norwegian charm.

RESERVATION DEADLINE: Deposit due by October 24, 2026 DEPARTURE FROM: Washington, D.C. PRICING (Per Person – If booked by October 24, 2026): Double - $4,999 | Single - $5,999 INCLUDED MEALS: 7 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners DEPOSIT: $698 TRAVEL PROTECTION (OPTIONAL): $549 TRIP HIGHLIGHTS: • Bergen

• Flåm Railway

• Nordfjord Folk Museum

• Borgund

• Geirangerfjord Cruise

• Stave Church

• Loen Skylift

• Oslo

For more info and booking: https://groups.gocollette.com/en-US/link/1408438

SPRING 2026

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

MONDAY 2 FEBRUARY

TUESDAY 3

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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5

6

11

12

13

18

19

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25

26

27

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group 9

10 8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

16

17 8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

23

24 8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

Day Trip: Baltimore Museum of Art

6:30 p.m. President’s Lecture Series 2

3

4

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

9

10 Noon Brown Bag Lecture

16

11

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

17 9 a.m. Confidence and Joy with Tech 1 p.m. Chekhov is Enough

3:30 p.m. Zora Neale Hurston

6

12

13

Noon Brown Bag Lecture

18

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

11 a.m. Deep Dives

5 Noon Brown Bag Lecture

9 a.m. Writing for and About Women

19 9 a.m. International Issues

9 a.m. The Bible Reexamined: Part II

Noon Brown Bag Lecture

11 a.m. World Geography

11 a.m. Gear Up: Guide to Cars

10:30 a.m. Why Voters Have Indigestion

1:45 p.m. The Horse In History

1 p.m. Forgotten Female Artists

1 p.m. Short Stories Into Film

12:30 p.m. CATF In Context

3:30 p.m. World War I

3 p.m. Comparative Mythology

3 p.m. Trump and the Rise of...

2:30 p.m. Declaration of Independence

23

24 9 a.m. Confidence and Joy with Tech 1 p.m. Chekhov is Enough

30 9 a.m. Confidence and Joy with Tech 1 p.m. Chekhov is Enough

6 11 a.m. Deep Dives

25 9 a.m. Writing for and About Women

1 p.m. Forgotten Female Artists

1 p.m. Short Stories Into Film 3 p.m. Trump and the Rise of...

2:30 p.m. Declaration of Independence

3:30 p.m. World War I

6 p.m. Retirement Planning I

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1 APRIL

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group 9 a.m. Writing for and About Women

2

3

9 a.m. Renaissance Florence

9 a.m. International Issues

9 a.m. The Bible Reexamined: Part II

10:30 a.m. Reimagining Your Good Life

11 a.m. World Geography

11 a.m. Gear Up: Guide to Cars

10:30 a.m. Why Voters Have Indigestion

Noon Brown Bag Lecture

1 p.m. Forgotten Female Artists

1 p.m. Short Stories Into Film

12:30 p.m. CATF In Context

1:45 p.m. The Horse In History

3 p.m. Comparative Mythology

3 p.m. Trump and the Rise of...

2:30 p.m. Declaration of Independence

3:30 p.m. World War I

7

8

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

9

10

9 a.m. Renaissance Florence

9 a.m. International Issues

9 a.m. The Bible Reexamined: Part II

10:30 a.m. Reimagining Your Good Life

11 a.m. World Geography

11 a.m. Gear Up: Guide to Cars

Noon Brown Bag Lecture

1 p.m. Forgotten Female Artists

1 p.m. Short Stories Into Film

12:30 p.m. CATF In Context

1:45 p.m. The Horse In History

3 p.m. Comparative Mythology

3 p.m. Trump and the Rise of...

2:30 p.m. Declaration of Independence

3:30 p.m. World War I

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15

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

1 p.m. Chekhov is Enough

9 a.m. Writing for and About Women

3:30 p.m. Zora Neale Hurston

10:30 a.m. Why Voters Have Indigestion

3:30 p.m. Zora Neale Hurston

11 a.m. Gear Up: Guide to Cars

3 p.m. Comparative Mythology

10:30 a.m. Why Voters Have Indigestion

1 p.m. Chekhov is Enough

11 a.m. World Geography

Noon Brown Bag Lecture

3:30 p.m. Zora Neale Hurston

20

9 a.m. The Bible Reexamined: Part II

10:30 a.m. Reimagining Your Good Life 1:45 p.m. The Horse In History

9 a.m. Writing for and About Women

11 a.m. Deep Dives

27 9 a.m. International Issues

12:30 p.m. CATF In Context

1 p.m. Chekhov is Enough

13

26 9 a.m. Renaissance Florence

10:30 a.m. Why Voters Have Indigestion

11 a.m. Deep Dives 3:30 p.m. Zora Neale Hurston

6 p.m. Retirement Planning I

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

11 a.m. Deep Dives 3:30 p.m. Zora Neale Hurston

20

9 a.m. Renaissance Florence

16

17

9 a.m. Renaissance Florence

9 a.m. International Issues

9 a.m. The Bible Reexamined: Part II

10:30 a.m. Reimagining Your Good Life

11 a.m. World Geography

11 a.m. Gear Up: Guide to Cars

Noon Brown Bag Lecture

1 p.m. Forgotten Female Artists

1 p.m. Short Stories Into Film

12:30 p.m. CATF In Context

1:45 p.m. The Horse In History

3 p.m. Comparative Mythology

3 p.m. Trump and the Rise of...

2:30 p.m. Declaration of Independence

3:30 p.m. World War I

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22

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group 10:30 a.m. Why Voters Have Indigestion

10:30 a.m. Reimagining Your Good Life

12:30 p.m. CATF In Context 2:30 p.m. Declaration of Independence

23 9 a.m. Renaissance Florence Noon Brown Bag Lecture

24 9 a.m. International Issues

9 a.m. The Bible Reexamined: Part II

1 p.m. Forgotten Female Artists

11 a.m. Gear Up: Guide to Cars

3 p.m. Comparative Mythology

1 p.m. Short Stories Into Film

1:45 p.m. The Horse In History

3 p.m. Trump and the Rise of...

3:30 p.m. World War I

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28

3:30 p.m. Zora Neale Hurston

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

4

5 Noon Brown Bag Lecture

8:30 a.m. Café Society Group

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1 MAY

30 Noon Brown Bag Lecture

6

1 p.m. Mixed Media Mayhem

7 Noon Brown Bag Lecture

1 p.m. Short Stories Into Film

8 1 p.m. Mixed Media Mayhem Day Trip: Dakoya Glass Works

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SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

Lecture Dates

7

8

14

15

PRESIDENT’S LECTURE SERIES

21

22

January

28

1 MARCH

7

8

1/26 Can We Learn Anything From Antietam?

February 2/24 Nobel Prize Topics

14

15

BROWN BAG LECTURES 21

22

March

9 a.m. Retirement Planning II

3/4 Meeting a Double Bottom Line: Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) 28

29 9 a.m. Retirement Planning II

3p.m. Spring Wildflower Walk

3/9 Social Justice in Appalachia: Reflections on the Highlander Education and Research Center 3/11 The Hundred Years’ War 3/18 Joan of Arc – The Maid of Orléans

4

3/25 The Southern Campaign: Where the American Revolutionary War Was Won

5

April 11

4/1 The History of Hell

12 3p.m. Spring Wildflower Walk

4/8 Battle at Gettysburg: What Soldiers and Civilians Saw 4/15 LGBTQIA+: Why We Need the Rainbow 4/22 Origin of Life: Fact vs. Fantasy

18

19

4/27 U.S. Immigration Program in Challenging Times 4/29 The Poetry of Tang China May

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5/4 Introduction to Soul Collage – Creating a Companion Animal Collage 5/6 Healthy Aging for Women Over 65 – Bone, Brain, and Genital Health

2

3 TRIP: Wild Writers Retreat

9

SPRING 2026

5/13 Confused About Medicare?

10

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SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

THANKS

Many thanks to our Shepherd University Lifelong Learning Program volunteer course instructors, lecturers, class assistants, advisory committee, and donors. Our hats are off to those individuals who have generously donated their money, time, and talent in 2026 to the Shepherd University Lifelong Learning Program. Please join me in thanking them: Marellen Aherne

Paul Grussendorf

Wolfgang Pordzik

Marty Amerikaner, Ph.D.

Shelby Hall

Glenda Powers

Blane Ampthor

Susan Hankin

Maylene Reisbig

Charlotte Baker-Shenk

Alan Hankin

Carol Richmond, Ph.D.

Phil Baker-Shenk

D. Scott Hartwig

Lynne D. Riley

Marcele Bartlett

Geri Hunt

Michael T. Rock, Ph. D.

Stephen Bartlett

Jolene Jarrell

Dianne L. Roman

Daniel Bennett

Dorothy Jefferies

Joyce Rudnick

Roger Bernstein

Laraine Jimenez*

Mary Ruos

Kathy Bilton

Season Jones

David Black

Mark Kohut*

David Borchard

Denise Kupiszewski

William Carrigan

Matthew Kradel

Michelle L. Casuccio

Bob Kuska

Richard Casuccio, M.D.*

Claudine Lebeau*

Andy Cavalier

Kirsten Lee

Sandy Cavalier*

Joseph Lokant, Ph.D.

Pam Clark

Stephen J. Mallott

Jerry Collins

Amanda Mandzik, Ph.D.

David Covarrubias

Judith Marshall

Heidi Dobish, Ph.D.*

William Martien

Pat Donohoe

Jeanne Marie McClure

Paula Donohue

Frank McCluskey, Ph.D.*

Zachary Dougherty

Robin McGrorty

David Duh

Peggy McKowen

Lauren Duh

Billy McLaughlin

Melanie Files

Lindsay McLaughlin

Carolina Ford

Rhonda McKinnon

Jane Ellen Freeman

Leslie Miller*

Kaylee Fuller

Sytil Murphy, Ph.D.

Patrick Fuller

Larry Neumark

Daryl Glenney

James Pate, Ph.D.

Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History & Education

Sam Greene, Ph.D.

Faye Pieper

Contemporary Arts Theater Festival

Rik Scarce Dan Shelton Nicole Smith Raymond Smock, Ph.D. John V. Spears, Ph.D. Nancy Stewart Lori Sundstrom Linda Tate, Ph.D. Eric Thompson* Randall Tremba Deborah M. Tucker Fred Turco Lois Turco Al Vertino Sheila Vertino John Wagner Lynn Wagner Robert Warburton, Ph.D. William White Carol Wood Carolyn Wilson Melanie Winter

*denotes Advisory Committee member

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SHEPHERD UNIVERSITY LIFELONG LEARNING

Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education, Room 182 www.shepherd.edu/lifelonglearning P.O. Box 5000 Shepherdstown, WV 25443

Spring 2026 Lifelong Learning Program

COURSE PREVIEW TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3 4:30P.M.

Robert C. Byrd Center for Congressional History and Education, auditorium 213 North King Street, Shepherdstown, WV

Preview the programs, hear from the instructors, and register for upcoming classes. Invite a friend!

FREE Parking available in the A parking lot behind the Robert C. Byrd Center (at the intersection of High St. and Princess St.).

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

www.shepherd.edu/lifelonglearning/