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Political Power of Baby Boom America: Discussing Philip Bump’s The Aftermath {New Course}

3 Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 31, 1–3pm

Join a structured discussion examining The Aftermath: The Last Days of the Baby Boom and the Future of Power in America, Philip Bump’s sweeping assessment of how the baby boom created modern America, and where power, wealth, and politics will shift as the boom ends. Participants should read the book in advance and expect a deep dive into the author’s data and claims. Course dates are coordinated in anticipation of Bump’s public book talk on Tuesday, October 24, 1–3pm.

REG# 394139 | INSTRUCTOR: Stephen Mucher

IN-PERSON: UCLA Extension Gayley Center, 1145 Gayley Ave., Room 114.

OLLI Movie Club

3 Wednesdays, October 4, November 1, December 6, 3:30–4:30pm

The OLLI at UCLA Movie Club is centered around watching quality, modern films and having a discussion afterwards. The facilitator will select films that are available on Netflix; members should screen the film at home before meeting with the group on Zoom. Discussions center around story, symbolism, cinematography, presentation, and of course—our personal reactions to the film. Films are announced one week before each meeting. Enroll anytime throughout the quarter to join in on the fun!

REG# 394230 | INSTRUCTOR: Sharon Boorstin

REMOTE: Zoom information is emailed to students two days before the course begins.

How to Think about AI {New Course}

2 Thursdays, October 12–19, 1–3pm

The introduction of Chat GPT in late 2022 has spurred a dramatic increase in public awareness about the power and potential dangers of generative artificial intelligence. In this course, we explore this emerging technology, and discuss issues it raises for humanists as well as the role machine learning will play in our culture, politics, and relationships.

REG# 393573 | INSTRUCTOR: Peter Cipkowski

IN-PERSON: UCLA Extension Gayley Center, 1145 Gayley Ave., Room 112.

UCLA Tour: Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden

Thursday, October 19, 11am–12pm

Join us for a walking tour of the UCLA Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden, exclusively for OLLI at UCLA members. Explore a living museum that is home to unique collections of plants from around the world! Learn about the diverse plants and animals that live in this urban oasis, as well as its history and future plans. The tour lasts approximately one hour, and picnic tables are available to enjoy lunch afterwards. Trails are unpaved decomposed granite and not suggested for wheelchairs. We meet at the UCLA La Kretz Garden Pavilion. Please plan to arrive early so you have time to locate us and use the restrooms.

REG# 394369 | INSTRUCTOR: Botanical Garden Staff

IN-PERSON: UCLA Botanical Garden (on campus). Details provided two days before.

OLLI Holiday Party

Thursday, December 7, 12–2pm

Join us for our OLLI Holiday Lunch! Tis the season—to feast, repose, and fraternize with your fellow OLLI members at a festive offering just for OLLI@UCLA members. There will be food, prizes, and entertainment.

REG# 393774 | INSTRUCTOR: OLLI Staff

IN-PERSON: UCLA Extension Gayley Center, 1145 Gayley Ave., Room 121.