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9 Interesting Issues in U.S. Constitutional Law

5 Color and Composition

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7 Exploring the Heritage of the First State

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FALL 2015 | September 8 – November 12

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Registration Forms ..........................17, 19

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Osher Lifelong Learning Instituteat the University of Delaware in Dover

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A program of the Division of Professional andContinuing Studies

Mission and VisionThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Delaware in Dover offersopportunities for intellectual development, cultural stimulation, personal growth andsocial interaction for people age 50+ in an educational cooperative.

Members volunteer their wealth of talent and experience in planning and implementinghigh quality educational experiences to form an educational cooperative. The membersare the instructors and students, and through a committee structure guide the operatingpolicies, develop curriculum and help with daily operations. No educational prerequisitesare needed and there are no grades or exams—just learning for the fun of it.

General Information

MembershipMembership is open to men and women at least 50 years of ageand to members’ spouses or partners at any age. Whether yourformal education ended early in life or includes advanced degrees,we welcome you. An interest in learning is all that is required.

Members complete a registration form and pay the membershipfee for the full year or the current semester. Single semestermemberships expire on the first day of the subsequent semester,while full year memberships expire on September 1 of thefollowing year. Full year memberships are only available forpurchase during the fall semester.

FeesSingle semester membership: $130Full year membership: $225Instructor discount: $15 for each semester taught

The membership fee entitles you to take as many courses as youlike. The program depends almost entirely on registration fees,which are applied against operating expenses, including rent forthe classroom spaces, office and classroom supplies, staff salariesand the cost of catalog printing and postage.

Financial AssistanceNeed-based partial scholarships are available. For scholarshipinformation, contact the office for an application.

RefundsMembership fees will be refunded prior to the end of the secondweek of the semester. Refund requests must be submitted inwriting to the office. A $15 processing charge will be deductedfrom all refund requests received after the first day of classes.

Trip and activity refund requests will only be accepted prior to the event and must be submitted in writing to the office.Acceptance of refund requests will be granted based on therequired minimum number of participants needed to cover thecosts of the event. Once Osher has made final payments for tripsand activities there will be no refunds.

Refunds may take up to six weeks to process. Questions should be directed to the office.

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Founding CommitteeJohn Bochnowski • Charlie Burris • Judy Diogo

Carolyn Fredericks • Jack Gardner • Phyllis HandlerBob Heifetz • Larry Koch • Pat Payne • Rich Phillips

Dave Skocik • Daphne Strickland

CouncilChair: Kevin McGrath

Secretary: Caroline BaxterMembers: Ila Beebe • Jim Brown • Betty Ipnar • Art McLaughlin

Liisa Trala • Randy Ward • Madelyn Wright

University of Delaware StaffJames Broomall,

Associate Vice Provost, Professional and Continuing Studies

Linda Osoinach,Manager, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, Statewide

Tim Plimpton,Program Coordinator, Dover

Diana Faison,Administrative Assistant, Dover

Curriculum CommitteeChair: Art McLaughlin

Mike Apgar • George Christensen • Doug Miller • Carol Neild

Member Relations CommitteeChair: Cheryl Moore

Caroline Baxter • Marge Felty • Betty Ipnar • Liz LanghamJonette Oldham • Liisa Trala

Public Relations CommitteeChair: Vacant

Ila Beebe • Lawrence Klepner • Jan Miller • Betsy Patterson

Special Events CommitteeChairs: Rosemary Engle • Liisa Trala

Marie Isenberg • Ann Kemmerle • Connie Ragin

Travel CommitteeChairs: Betsy Patterson • Madelyn Wright

John Dacey • Julie Price • Gene Modzelewski • Carole Winters

Osher Lifelong Learning Instituteat the University of Delaware in Dover

TUESDAYPeriod 1 (9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.)HX209 A Most Precious Freedom—

The Trial of John Peter Zenger—Jelich (first five weeks)

HX207 Delaware African American History—Blakey

LA110 French for Beginners—CataldiHU241 Herbert & Donne after

Shakespeare—Endo (last five weeks)

PS110 Our National Parks—Part I—Jones

Period 2 (10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.)HX212 And the World Was Never the

Same—Part I—JonesAA112 Decorative Acrylics—Trala

(first five weeks, at Dover ArtLeague) 10:45 a.m.–noon

LA206 Immigration in France—CataldiAA166 Open Studio—Multimedia—

J. MillerPA116 Recorder Ensemble—Neild

(starts Sept. 15)LS131–2 Who’s Afraid of Controversial

Issues?—ChutePeriod 3 (1 p.m.–2:15 p.m.)CS110 21st Century Security—

S. McLaughlinAA167 Beginning in Oils—Trala

(1 p.m.–3:45 p.m. at Dover ArtLeague)

PS120 Human Behavior—HazzardAA115 Oil Painting—J. Miller

(1 p.m.–3:45 p.m.)PA119 Wagner’s Ring—ChristensenSS152 The Story of Us—Human

Evolution—Apgar

Period 4 (2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.)PS107 Golfing Out of Your Mind—

Malone (first five weeks)HU156 Great Thinkers—Thompson

(last five weeks)HX105 History of Rock and Roll—Part

I—A. McLaughlinHU121 Interesting Issues in U.S.

Constitutional Law—Boyd (first five weeks)

WEDNESDAYAA132 Introduction to Pastels—J. Miller

(first five weeks, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.)

AA133 Introduction to Charcoals—J. Miller (last five weeks, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.)

RR102-1 Chair Aerobics—J. Miller (first five weeks, 1 p.m.–2 p.m.)

RR102-2 Chair Aerobics—J. Miller (last five weeks, 1 p.m.–2 p.m.)

Offsite:HX151 Exploring the Heritage of the

First State (first five weeks, 10 a.m.–11 a.m.)

RR101 Exploring Bombay Hook—Manchester (last five weeks, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.)

HX152 Stories of the Old State House(last five weeks, 1 p.m.–2 p.m.)

THURSDAYPeriod 1 (9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.)HX241 African American History/

Civil Rights—A Dialogue—Brown

EC121 Elder Law—Grady (last five weeks)

AA124 Elements of Sweater Knitting—Dunn (starts Sept. 24)

EC120 Financial and Estate Planning for Retirement—Street (first five weeks)

HX238 Turning Points of the Civil War—Pritchett

LS131–1 Who’s Afraid of Controversial Issues?—Lathey

Period 2 (10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.)LS140 A Writer’s Workshop—Johnston

(first five weeks)SS154 Eating Well—Living Well—

Splane (last five weeks)AA130 Fundamentals of Drawing I—

Medunick

AA173 Open Studio—Knitting—Dunn(starts Sept. 24)

HX211 The Assassination of John F.Kennedy—Pritchett

HX239 Unique Qualities of Delaware—Baxter

Period 3 (1 p.m.–2:15 p.m.)AA165 Color and Composition—

Medunick/J. Miller

PA118 Sing Along with Broadway Musicals—Letavish

HU202 Talkin’ Baseball—Ward

Period 4 (2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.)HX208 Brother, Can You Spare a

Dime?—McGrath

CS386 Computer Users Workshop—Watkins

AA131 Fundamentals of Drawing II—J. Miller

SS151 Physical Geography—D. Miller

Unless noted otherwise, all courses are tenweeks in length: September 8–November 12First five weeks: September 8–October 8Last five weeks: October 13–November 12

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Fall 2015 Course Schedule by Day

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AA112 DECORATIVEACRYLICS

Tuesdays, 10:45 a.m.–noon5 Sessions, September 8–October 6Instructor: Liisa Trala

In this course, participants will takeplain pieces of glass and/or ceramic andturn them into ‘permanent’ decorateduseful pieces. They will make great one-of-a-kind gifts for family, friends, or eventhemselves! Classes will be held at theDover Art League, 21 W. LoockermanStreet in downtown Dover. Class islimited to 15 students.

AA115 OIL PAINTINGTuesdays, 1 p.m.–3:45 p.m. (double period)10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Jan Miller

This class is for intermediate andexperienced painters. It will examinehow to get started, mixing colors,composition and how to care forbrushes and tools. We will have ampletime to paint in a relaxed atmosphere. It is recommended, but not required,that students have taken a color andcomposition as well as a drawing class.A list of supplies will be distributed.Approximate supply cost will be $40. It is strongly recommended thatstudents also enroll in Open Studio—Multimedia for extra guidance and timeto work on projects. Class is limited to10 students.

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AA124 ELEMENTS OFSWEATER KNITTING

Thursdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.8 Sessions, September 24–November 12Instructor: Kathleen Dunn

This course will introduce participantsto the basics of knitting a cardigansweater. Participants will learn to knitand shape the pieces of the sweater,measure gauge, evaluate yarn/needlechoices, make buttonholes, block andassemble the garment. This class will behands-on with individual assistance asneeded. While working on learning andimproving knitting skills the class willdiscuss knitting’s history and thevarious types and approaches toknitting sweaters in different cultures.Resources for assistance while not inclass will be provided and someknitting may have to be completed as‘homework.’ Patterns will be availablefrom the instructor.

At the end of the class, participants willhave completed a baby sweater. Thissize was selected to facilitatecompletion during the 10 weeks ofclass. If you have no use for such agarment, there are many charityorganizations willing to accept them.Some knitting outside of class will berequired. If desired, an adult sizesweater may be knit, but participantsselecting this option should beprepared to spend considerably moreknitting time outside class in order tokeep pace with the class and finishwithin the semester. Class is limited to10 students.

AA130 FUNDAMENTALS OFDRAWING I

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Instructor: Linda Medunick

There is more to drawing than cartoons.Artists use graphite pencils and variousstrokes and shading techniques toproduce drawings of all kinds—still life,portrait and landscape. This class bringsout the artist inside of those who thinkthey can’t draw a straight line (we willuse rulers). A list of supplies will bedistributed. Approximate supply costwill be $30 for this class. Class is limitedto 8 students.

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AA131 FUNDAMENTALS OFDRAWING II

Thursdays, 2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Instructor: Jan Miller

A continuation of the world of drawing,honing the basic skills from previousinstruction. Instruction will consist ofdetailed landscape specifics usingphotographs and creating originalworks. It is strongly recommended thatstudents also enroll in Open Studio—Multimedia for extra guidance and timeto work on projects. Class is limited to14 students.

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AA132 INTRODUCTION TOPASTELS

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.5 Sessions, September 9–October 7Instructor: Jan Miller

Enjoy the forms of pastels andexperiment with the many pasteltechniques in still life, landscape andmodern free form art. It is stronglyrecommended that students also enrollin Open Studio—Multimedia for extraguidance and time to work on projects.Prerequisite: Fundamentals of Drawing.Class is limited to 14 students.

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AA133 INTRODUCTION TOCHARCOALS

Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.4 Sessions, October 14–November 4Instructor: Jan Miller

Experience the joy of using charcoal tocreate black and white renditions ofyour favorite landscape and still lifeimages. It is strongly recommendedthat students also enroll in OpenStudio—Multimedia for extra guidanceand time to work on projects. Class islimited to 14 students.

AA165 COLOR ANDCOMPOSITION

Thursdays, 1 p.m.–2:15 p.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Instructors: Jan Miller, Linda Medunick

During this course, equal time will bespent on the subjects of color andcomposition. The first five weeks will bea hands-on study of the color wheelusing acrylic paint and the last fiveweeks will cover the basic rules andguidelines in composition establishedby the masters. Class is limited to 14students.

AA166 OPEN STUDIO—MULTIMEDIA

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (2-hour class)10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Jan Miller

This course is designed for painting,drawing, pastels and charcoal studentsto receive additional instruction anddedicate time to work on ongoingprojects. Students can completeunfinished works, start new projects,work independently and practice newmedium techniques. Students work inmedia of their choice and the instructorand other classmates will be available forguidance. Class is limited to 12students.

AA167 BEGINNING IN OILSTuesdays, 1 p.m.–3:45 p.m. (double period)10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Liisa Trala

You always thought you’d like to try oilpainting, but you haven’t had thecourage to take that first step. This classis for you! We will do a simple landscapepainting together, and you will be ableto add your personal touch whilelearning oil painting basics. Theapproximate cost of supplies will be$10. You will receive a supply list at thefirst class. Classes will be held at theDover Art League, 21 W. LoockermanStreet in downtown Dover. Class islimited to 6 students.

AA173 OPEN STUDIO—KNITTING

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.8 Sessions, September 24–November 12Instructor: Kathleen Dunn

This course is designed for beginnerthrough advanced knitters to work onprojects or practice techniques with thesupport of an instructor. This is a goodopportunity to get back to unfinishedprojects that have lingered in yourknitting bag because you don’t knowwhat to do next or how to fix aproblem. The instructor can alsoprovide support for those wishing to tryout a new technique or unfamiliarproject. Participants will need toprovide their own materials, tools andpatterns. May be taken concurrentlywith Sweater Knitting. Class is limitedto 15 students.

Volunteer OpportunitiesAs an educational cooperative, the success of the programdepends on engaged and enthusiastic volunteers.Members are encouraged to offer new course ideas, serveas instructors and serve on committees in support of theprogram. Active participation in the lifelong learningprogram is an excellent way to develop new friendships and be part ofan exciting and dynamic learning community.

To get involved, please complete the volunteer opportunities sectionon the registration form, contact the office or speak with a councilmember.

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CS110 21st CENTURYSECURITY

Tuesdays, 1 p.m.–2:15 p.m.5 Sessions, September 8–October 6Facilitator: Susan McLaughlin

We live in a remarkable world, propelledforward by rapid advances intechnology. The thought of “keeping up”can often be overwhelming. In this fiveweek series, perspectives on security willbe presented from a variety of speakerson the following topics: cybersecurity,safe browsing habits, responsible digitalcitizenship, mobile device security, the“internet of things,” home security,identity theft and consumer fraud. Classis limited to 28 students.

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CS386 COMPUTER USERSWORKSHOP

Thursdays, 2:30–3:45 p.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Facilitator: Larry Watkins

This workshop is designed to be anopportunity for computer users of alllevels to get together and shareexperiences, troubleshoot problemsand learn new things in an informalgroup environment. The content will bedriven primarily by participants, so

please bring your ideas, stories, andquestions with you! A laptop or tabletof your own is recommended, thoughsome computers will be available foruse. Possible topics include options formanaging passwords, a hands-on lookinside of the computer and itscomponents, Linux and “alternative”software, a look back at the history ofcomputing and a look forward into thefuture. No particular skills are requiredto participate, just genuine interest andcuriosity to learn new things.Workshop is limited to 25 students.

EC120 FINANCIAL ANDESTATE PLANNINGFOR RETIREMENT

Thursdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.5 Sessions, September 10–October 8Instructor: Gerri Street

The course will explore many of thelegal and financial issues that can occurduring retirement and how to maximizeyour resources to have the highestquality of life possible. In particular, thecourse will analyze wills, trusts, legalprocesses of probate and guardianship,government benefits, housing options,Medicaid, financial options such asannuities, long term care insurance,reverse and traditional mortgages, howto design your plan, what it shouldinclude and who you should rely uponfor advice. Class is limited to 28students.

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EC121 ELDER LAWThursdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.5 Sessions, October 15–November 12Instructor: John Grady

This course will cover various topicsrelated to elder law, including wills,estates, trusts, powers of attorney,treble damages, social security and civilrights. Class is limited to 20 students.

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GiftsWhile we calculate membership fees to cover our operatingcosts, we always have a need for additional and upgradedaudiovisual equipment, computers and classroom teaching

aids. Many of those items are paid from the Gift Fund. We arehappy to receive your donation to the Gift Fund for a specific use

or, preferably, unrestricted so your Council can focus it on our greatestneeds. You can include a gift with your registration. For more informationon how to make these tax-deductible gifts, contact the Osher office.

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HX105 HISTORY OF ROCKAND ROLL—PART I

Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Art McLaughlin

Explore the influence of Mississippi andTexas blues, country and western music,swing, jazz and rhythm and blues onthe development of rock and roll.Special attention will be placed on thedevelopment of instruments and bandpersonnel structure. Class is limited to28 students.

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HX151 EXPLORING THEHERITAGE OF THEFIRST STATE

Wednesdays, 10 a.m.–11 a.m.5 Sessions, September 9–October 7Facilitator: First State Heritage Park Staff

This course entails a series of visits tofive historical sites in the First StateHeritage Park: Old State House, JohnBell House, Johnson Victrola Museum,Legislative Hall, and Woodburn/HallHouse (Governor’s residence and guesthouse). Through the many tales ofDover’s history, retold by period-dressedhistorical interpreters, participants inthis course will come away with adeeper appreciation of the First State’srich heritage. The first session will meetat the Old State House. Class is limitedto 25 students.

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HX152 STORIES OF THE OLDSTATE HOUSE

Wednesdays, 1 p.m.–2 p.m.5 Sessions, October 14–November 11Facilitator: Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs

Join the historical interpreters of theOld State House in hearing and sharingtrue stories of the people and eventsthat took place in the state’s historiccapitol building. Stories will include: A Day with Dr. Sykes, The Civil War ToldThrough Delaware’s Female Diarists,Courage and Freedom, The Trial ofWilliam White, and McLane andWashington. Class will meet at the Old State House, 25 The Green, Dover. In conjunction with the Division’seducational mission, this class will beopen to the public. Class is limited to25 students.

HX207 DELAWARE AFRICANAMERICAN HISTORY

Tuesdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Don Blakey

Snippets of African American historyin Delaware—this course will coversignificant persons, places andevents involving African Americans.Class is limited to 15 students.

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HX208 BROTHER, CAN YOUSPARE A DIME?

Thursdays, 2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Instructor: Kevin McGrath

This class will give participants a basicunderstanding of the United Statesduring the time of the Great Depressionthrough lecture, discussion, videos andreading original source documents andother literature. This was the period thatdeveloped America’s greatest generation.Class is limited to 28 students.

Member Benefits• Register for as many classes as you like.

• Participate in Osher sponsored trips.

• Enjoy our Thursday lunchtime speaker series.

• Audit of one UD credit course in fall and spring semester on a space-available basis without paying tuition. Does not include online/distancelearning courses, Associate in Arts program, certificate programs or UDtravel/study programs. All relevant fees apply.

• Internet access, an email account and virus protection via the UD system.

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HX209 A MOST PRECIOUSFREEDOM: THE TRIALOF JOHN PETERZENGER

Tuesdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.5 Sessions, September 8–October 6Instructor: Elizabeth Jelich

Among all of our most preciousfreedoms is the freedom of the press.How did this freedom come about?Who was instrumental in making thisfreedom possible? Was it simplygranted to us through the ratification ofthe Constitution? Or was there a pastconflict that makes it possible for ournewspapers to speak freely today? Inthis class we will seek to answer thesequestions and perhaps more. In 1733 afamous trial occurred. We will learnabout its controversial beginnings and itsfamous participants. This trial continuesto have lasting effects upon our lives.Class is limited to 15 students.

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HX211 THE ASSASSINATIONOF JOHN F. KENNEDY

Thursdays,10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Instructor: Dan Pritchett

The official verdict of the United Statesgovernment about the assassination ofPresident John F. Kennedy is, as theWarren Commission reported in 1964,that he was killed by a single gunman,Lee Harvey Oswald, acting alone, andshooting from the sixth floor of theTexas School Book Depository Buildingin Dallas. But it is only half true. The

House Select Committee onAssassinations, which unquestionablyconducted a more thoroughinvestigation, reported in 1979 that thepresident’s murder was “the result of aprobable conspiracy.” Over the yearsmuch information has come to lightwhich engenders even more doubtsabout this crime, which can easily justifythe assertion that it is the greatestunsolved mystery of the twentiethcentury.

This class will take us back to 1963 andthe horrific events of November 22, andexamine some of the controversies,theories, and mysteries about thetraumatic event that changed theUnited States forever. Class is limitedto 28 students.

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HX212 AND THE WORLDWAS NEVER THESAME—PART 1

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Bill Jones

Using lecture, PowerPoint and the GreatCourses series “The World Was Neverthe Same,” we will explore events inhuman history that in one way oranother changed the course of history.Starting with the harnessing of fire, thedevelopment of agriculture and theinvention of the wheel, we will trace thehistory of humankind right up to thedream of Dr. Martin Luther King and themodern gadgets that changed our lives.This is a three term course. Class islimited to 28 students.

HX238 TURNING POINTS OFTHE CIVIL WAR

Thursdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Instructor: Dan Pritchett

This class will look at the key events thatdetermined the outcome of the CivilWar, and how each one was crucial tothe ultimate Northern victory/Confederate defeat. Ken Burns’ series,“The Civil War,” will help bring theseremarkable stories to life. Class islimited to 28 students.

HX239 THE UNIQUEQUALITIES OFDELAWARE

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Facilitator: Caroline Baxter

This course will explore the uniqueaspects of Delaware’s culture, politicsand environment. Using localauthorities, the class will hearinteresting details on major topicsincluding Delaware’s Native Americanpopulation, agriculture, tourism—NASCAR to pumpkins, horseshoe crabsand migratory birds. Class is limited to28 students.

HX241 AFRICAN AMERICANHISTORY/CIVILRIGHTS—A DIALOGUE

Thursdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Instructor: James Brown

An exploration of how African Americanhistory evolved into today’s civil rights.Class is limited to 25 students.

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Books and suppliesMost courses do not require purchased books orsupplies. Course descriptions list textbooks and othersupplies if suggested for the course. The cost of these

materials is the responsibility of the student.

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HU121 INTERESTING ISSUESIN CONSTITUTIONALLAW

Tuesdays, 2:30 a.m.–3:45 p.m.5 Sessions, September 8–October 6Instructor: Mary Boyd

A review and discussion of thephilosophy and history behind the U.S.Constitution, including interpretationsby the Supreme Court andamendments. This course takes amacro/micro approach to our foundingdocuments and includes variousinterpretations by authors andcommentators. Each course highlights adifferent aspect of constitutionalthinking and is unique in itself. The goalis to widen one’s thinking relative tofacts and context as participants inrepresentative government. Class islimited to 28 students.

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HU156 GREAT THINKERS ATKEY MOMENTS—A DISCUSSION OFNOTEWORTHYLETTERS

Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.5 Sessions, October 13–November 10Instructor: Patricia Thompson

If you want to see some famous soulsundressed, join us for a discussion ofletters written by figures of internationalnote as well as their friends and lovedones. Written for a wide variety ofpurposes, the letters reveal moments ofpassion, poverty, grief, jubilation andmuch more. From Pliny to Presley,authors male and female as well as theirassociates may shock, inform, amuse,touch, or awe us. We will read selectletters each week and discuss themusing the “EOCV” method—Each One ofus Contributes Voluntarily. Our basis will

be the book Letters of Note by ShawnUsher (ISBN: 978-1452134253), withsupplemental sources to be provided.Each participant should obtain a copy ofthis bestseller and bring it to all sessionsincluding the first. For greatest ease inclass, a hard or soft cover version ofLetters of Note is recommended ratherthan the Kindle or other electronicversion. Class is limited to 28 students.

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HU202 TALKIN’ BASEBALL—WHICH STORIES DOYOU WANT? THETRUE ONES OR THEOTHER ONES?

Thursdays, 1 p.m.–2:15 p.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Instructor: Randall Ward

“The whole history of baseball has thequality of mythology.” (Bernard Malamud)The beautiful game of baseball hasbeen part of America since the early19th century. This ten week courseexplores its rich past and introducesyou to colorful characters throughstorytelling, music, film, books, media,

and your own experiences. “Who’s onfirst?” Join me and find out. Class islimited to 28 students.

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HU241 HERBERT ANDDONNE AFTERSHAKESPEARE—POETRYEXPLORATIONS

Tuesdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.5 Sessions, October 13–November 10Instructor: Russell Endo

This past spring, we inhabitedShakespeare’s sonnets, mouthing hismeters and rhymes as he worked throughhis obsessions, his language compassspinning wildly yet precisely on its pointof origin. Now off to explore JohnDonne and George Herbert, poets andAnglican cleric and priest, respectively,who delved further into our soul’sexperiences via poetry. We’ll also learnsome about Donne’s and Herbert’s timeperiod, for poets live in their time, whilewe, their readers, pass poems onward!Class is limited to 15 students.

New! Instructor Discount Instructors are now offered a membership discount of $15per semester. The discount may only be applied in thesemester you are teaching. Two semesters of the discount($30) may be applied to a full year membership provided thatyou teach in both the fall and the spring.

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LA110 FRENCH FORBEGINNERS

Tuesdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Alice Cataldi

In this interactive course, participantswill revisit the fundamentals of Frenchphonetics and basic languagefunctions. They will practice greeting,leave-taking, thanking, apologizing,asking for directions and informationand ordering food. Role play and skitswill provide the means for practicingwhat they have learned. One semesterof French or the equivalent arerecommended. Class is limited to 15students.

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LA206 IMMIGRATION INFRANCE

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Alice Cataldi

In this interactive course, students willexamine the historical events andcircumstances that motivated NorthAfricans to emigrate into France.Participants will become familiar withthe cultural and religious issues thatfollowed. They will also haveopportunity to compare and contrastimmigration in France with itscounterpart in the United States.Excerpts from the documentary“Mémoires d’Immigrés” by YaminaBenguigui will serve as a referencesource. Four semesters of French or theequivalent are recommended. Class islimited to 15 students.

LS131 WHO IS AFRAID OFCONTROVERSIALISSUES?

Section 1Thursdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Facilitator: Robert Lathey

Section 2Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Facilitator: Greg Chute

This course deals with issues that maypresent deep conflicts among us. Oftenthese controversial issues can generatestrong opinions and emotions. The taskfor the class members is to develop agreater understanding of how theirown opinions have developed over theyears. In addition, the goal is to have agreater understanding of how othershave come to their opinions and tolearn to be open to listening toopposing views. Class is limited to 15students.

LS140 WRITER’SWORKSHOP—WRITING IN PROGRESSCONTINUES

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.5 Sessions, September 10–October 8Instructor: Gail Johnston

A classroom workshop continues forwriters with some experience inreminiscence/memoir writing, with thefocus on fine tuning skills. Individualpresentations to the class for critiquingwith class discussion each session.Some classroom instruction withemphasis on individual problem areas.Students should have some writingexperience in this genre. Class islimited to 10 students.

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TravelWHERE: Grounds for Sculpture, Hamilton, NJ

WHEN: Friday, October 9, 8 a.m. departure from MMC

WHAT: Admission to grounds, guided tour, bus ride and drivergratuity are included (lunch is on your own).

COST: $48 for members, $53 for guests

HOW: Sign up online or in the office to reserve your spot.Space is limited. Registration will be available at the Open House onAugust 11.

LARRY KLEPNER

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PA116 RECORDERENSEMBLE

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.9 Sessions, September 15–November 10Instructor: Carol Neild

Students will continue their progressand increase their skill in playing therecorder. Class will cover folk music aswell as music of the Renaissance andBaroque periods. Prerequisite: studentsshould have taken a past semester’srecorder class or have equivalentproficiency on the recorder. Class islimited to 10 students.

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PA118 SING ALONG WITHBROADWAYMUSICALS

Thursdays, 1 p.m.–2:15 p.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Facilitator: Sue Letavish

If you love Broadway musicals andsinging, you will love this class. After abrief presentation, we will drop theneedle on an album and sing along withsome great music. Some of the showswill include “Show Boat,” “Oklahoma,”“West Side Story” and “The Music Man.”Class limited to 20 students.

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PA119 WAGNER’S RINGCYCLE: THE WORDSAND THE MUSIC

Tuesdays, 1 p.m.–2:15 p.m.10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: George Christensen

Is this 15+ hour monumental work a highwater mark of European musical culture?Or is it the monstrous mish mash of anegomaniacal diseased imagination?Come and judge for yourselves. Class islimited to 28 students.

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PS107 GOLFING OUT OFYOUR MIND

Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.5 Sessions, September 8–October 6Instructor: Chris Malone

This course takes a different approachto improving your golf skills. Theobjective of the course is to develop themental aspects of one’s golf game.Everyone has heard the old cliche “thegame is 10% physical and 90% mental.”Isn’t it about time you started topractice the 90%? Students will developa “mental tool box” to help them golfout of their minds. Class is limited to15 students.

PS110 OUR NATIONALPARKS—PART I

Tuesdays, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Bill Jones

Using lecture, PowerPoint and DVDs, wewill journey through the National ParkSystem, looking at the parks from thepoint of view of geologists, biologists,naturalists, park rangers and tourists.The PowerPoint portions of the lecturesinclude photographs taken by theinstructor and his wife. Many of thelectures have been updated and somenew lectures have been added. This is athree term course. Class is limited to28 students.

PS120 HUMAN BEHAVIORTuesdays, 1 p.m.–2:15 p.m.5 Sessions, October 13–November 10Instructor: Roger Hazzard

Why did I do that? Sound familiar? Inthis class we will take a look at thesources of human behavior with anemphasis on the workings in the brain.We will explore some of the unusualthings that happen in brains likesynesthesia (cross senses), quirks ofmemory, placebos—how they work,left-brain/right-brain—is it for real?,how some blind people can “see,” whypeople persist in believing things thatjust aren’t true, Alzheimer’s disease andmore. Class is limited to 28 students.

Inclement weatherClasses are canceled whenever the Modern Maturity Center is closed due to inclement weather. Please visitwww.lifelonglearning.udel.edu/dover for weather updates orcancellations, or call the Osher office at 302-736-7450.

LARRY KLEPNER

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RR101 EXPLORING BOMBAYHOOK

Wednesdays, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.5 Sessions, October 14–November 11Instructor: Janet Manchester

Participants will get into a 12-passenger van and spend two hoursexploring the refuge. The group willwalk short trails and climb observationtowers if they are able. We will look forwildlife and discuss the habitat andmanagement practices at the refuge.Class will meet in the visitor center

parking lot at Bombay Hook. Class islimited to 12 students.

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RR102 CHAIR AEROBICSWednesdays, 1:30 p.m–2:30 p.m.Section 1: 5 Sessions, September 9–October 7Section 2: 4 Sessions, October 14–November 4Facilitator: Jan Miller

This video-based chair aerobics classinvolves the use of light hand weights,stretch bands, canes, towels andmedium size beach balls. There will bestretches, strengthening repetitions, aswell as joint manipulation to combatthe pain of arthritis. Most exercises areset to music. The exercises bring anincrease in serotonin and adrenaline.Expect to have fun! Students may enrollin either or both five-week sections.Section 1 and Section 2 videos will bedifferent. Class is limited to 10students.

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SS151 PHYSICALGEOGRAPHY

Thursdays, 2:30 p.m.–3:45 p.m.10 Sessions, September 10–November 12Instructor: Douglass Miller

We will be using observation andclassification techniques to investigatetrees and insects. We will alsoinvestigate weather patterns and thehistory of land formations. We willanswer questions such as what part ofthe earth has the capability to endglobal warming? Was that creature thatwent down the back of your neck reallyan insect? You will leave class with theanswers, but you will also leave withmore questions. Class is limited to 28students.

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SS152 THE STORY OF US(HUMAN EVOLUTION)

Tuesdays, 1 p.m.–2:15 p.m.10 Sessions, September 8–November 10Instructor: Mike Apgar

The appearance and subsequentspread of modern humans on the Earthhas taken billions of years. Anoverwhelming amount of fossil andbiological evidence—most of itdiscovered in the last half century—support our current understanding ofthis process. Combining geologic, fossiland biologic interpretation makes thestory of humans amazing and enjoyable(with lots of cool graphics thrown in!)This course traces human evolutionfrom its humble origins with imagesand films to explain who we are, howwe got here and our possible future.Class is limited to 15 students.

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Scholarship FundIt is the intent of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute toextend the program to all adults over 50 years of age in the greater Dover community who desire to continue the

pursuit of knowledge in their individual areas of interest. We rely on contributions to continue this commitment.

You are invited to consider a tax-deductible gift to the scholarship fundwith your registration.

GuestsVisitors and prospective members (age 50 and over) whowish to become familiar with our program are welcome tovisit on a single day. Please visit the office to pick up an ID

badge. Auditing classes for the day is encouraged givenavailable classroom space and approval from the instructor(s).

LARRY KLEPNER

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SS154 EATING WELL—LIVING WELL

Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.–11:45 a.m.5 Sessions, October 15–November 12Instructor: Kathleen Splane and team

This course is a series of five classes onvarious topics:

1. Mindful Eating—Information onsensible eating for good health andgeneral nutrition centered aroundMyPlate.

2. Cooking for One or Two—How to keepcooking for one or two fresh andinteresting. Ways to reduce recipesand still prepare something specialare featured.

3. Eating Heart Smart—How healthyeating can impact heart disease.Heart healthy eating tips and recipewill be shared.

4. Getting the Most Out of EatingLocally—Examines availability oflocally grown foods and how to usethem.

5. Would Your Kitchen Pass a Food SafetyInspection?—Learn how food shouldbe handled to reduce your risk offoodborne illness due tocontamination with harmfulmicrobes.

Cost of materials is $10. Class is limitedto 15 students.

Special Speaker ThursdaysNoon–12:50 p.m.Join us on Thursdays for interesting special speakers on a wide array of topics. These programs are free for members. You are welcome to attend every program or select theones that most interest you. Bring a lunch and enjoy! Schedule is subject to change.

September 10—Yoga for Seniors, Betsy Gustafson

September 17—U.S. Rairoad System, Paul Buckley

September 24—Fire Safety, Paul Eichler

October 1—Dover, What’s Happening? Mayor Robin Christiansen

October 8—Simple Backyard Gardens, Kent County Master Gardeners

October 15—Renewables are Ready, Patricia Hynes

October 22—Duck Decoy Carving, George Williams

October 29—Homelessness in Kent County, Diane Cahill

November 5—Selections from Bizet’s Carmen, Carole Giarmo and Cecilia Angell

November 12—Humor in Traffic, Larry Klepner

LARRY KLEPNER

Mike Apgar received an A.B. in geologyfrom Rutgers and an M.S. in geology-geochemistry from Penn State. After acareer as a geologist focused ongroundwater issues in both consultingand in government roles, Mike hascontinued to pursue his interests ingeology, history and religion inretirement. Mike’s teaching covers atleast two of these areas.

Caroline Baxter is a retired publicemployee with a degree in businessadministration. A native Delawarean,Caroline has always had a keen interestin its history.

Don Blakey is a retired public schooladministrator and university educatorwith more than 50 years of service inDelaware. He and his wife Dolores arethe founders of DonDel Enterprises, Inc.,a children’s theatre company. A worldtraveler, Don specializes in life in EastAfrica, especially Kenya and Tanzania.His hobbies include writing,photography, languages and playingthe ukulele.

Mary Boyd is an attorney and teacherof U.S. constitutional and education law.Her background includes business andfinance and historic preservation.

Jim Brown has a degree inbiochemistry and a Juris Doctor fromHoward University. He is a certifiedteacher in the state of New York in theareas of biology, chemistry andgeneral science. He is a retired lawyerand retired civil, federal and militaryjudge. He served his country as aVietnam combat veteran and a U.S.Army reservist.

Alice Cataldi’s first language ofliteracy is French. As such, she ispassionate about the subject mattershe has taught for many years. Sheretired from the University of Delaware

where she taught French and trainedfuture teachers of languages. Inaddition to promoting the Frenchlanguage and culture, Alice enjoystravel, visiting museums, reading,gardening and cooking ethnic mealsfor family and friends. She is therecipient of numerous teaching andadvocacy awards. In recognition ofher contributions to the promotion ofthe French culture and language, theFrench government named Alice aChevalier Knight of the AcademicPalms.

George Christensen received a B.A.from the University of Hawaii in 1972and an M.A. from the University ofDelaware in 2012. He enlisted in the U.S.Navy in 1956 and completed 23 years’active duty, retiring in 1979 as alieutenant commander. George workedfor 10 years (1991-2001) as an R.N. in anacute care setting for hospice AIDSpatients. He and his spouse, Steve, havelived in Dover for 14 years.

Greg Chute is a semi-retired Unitarianminister. Greg has degrees from theUniversity of Massachusetts andAndover-Newton Theological School.He has organized service projects inMexico, Belize, the Cheyenne RiverReservation, along the Gulf Coast (postKatrina), Appalachia and South Africa.Greg remains active in many socialjustice areas and continues to organize,lobby and show up for political events.He is committed to the idea that eachone of us can make a difference.

The Division of Historical andCultural Affairs is committed topreserving Delaware’s heritage andshowcasing the historic legacy of ourstate. Through active historicpreservation efforts, engagingeducational programs, stimulatingexhibits and superior customer

service, the Division is committed toenhancing Delaware’s quality of lifeby helping people connect with thoseaspects of our past that have madethis state what it is today.

Kathleen Dunn is a retired teacher ofhome economics, computerprogramming and technology. Duringthe height of the space shuttleprogram, she taught a graduate schoolcourse for educators in aerospaceeducation at the University of Alabamain Huntsville. She also was technologycoordinator for a Delaware schooldistrict and Delaware’s Christa McAuliffeFellow for a project that introducedimage processing to Delaware schools.She has been teaching knitting for 46years and especially enjoys cabled andski sweaters or lace. She also creates herown patterns. Her retirement project isto earn the Master Hand Knittercertificate from the Knitting GuildAssociation. About 300 knittersworldwide have achieved this level ofproficiency. Kathleen is about two-thirds of the way there.

Russ Endo, a professional poet,received his B.A. in combined literaturefrom Yale College. He obtained a JurisDoctor from the University ofPennsylvania Law School. Russ hasbeen published in many publicationsincluding Journal of Biological Chemistry,American Friends Delegation Report onChina after Tiananmen Square, AmericanPoetry Review, The Antioch Review,Ploughshares and The PhiladelphiaInquirer.His poem “Susumu, My Name”was the basis for a jazz orchestration bySumi Tonooka that appeared on PBS.He currently sits on the boards ofWilmington Friends School and GreeneStreet Friends School in Philadelphia.

The First State Heritage Park at Doveris Delaware’s first urban park without

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boundaries, linking historic and culturalsites in the city that has been the seat ofstate government since 1777. It is apartnership of state and city agenciesunder the leadership of Delaware StateParks. Tours are led by historicalinterpreters in period dress whouncover many tales from Dover’s history.

John Grady graduated from St. Joseph'sUniversity in 1966 and GeorgetownUniversity Law Center in 1969. He wasadmitted to the Supreme Court ofDelaware in 1969. He has litigated in allthe state courts and federal courts inDelaware, Pennsylvania and the Districtof Columbia. John is of counsel withGrady and Hampton. His areas ofinterest include personal injury, realestate, civil rights, employment, willsand estates and social security.

Roger Hazzard received a B.A. inpolitical science from AmericanUniversity in D.C. and an M.A. inpsychology from Washington College inChestertown, Md. He taught in thesocial studies department at DoverHigh School for 30 years. He also taughtpsychology and human developmentat Delaware Technical CommunityCollege Terry Campus, and generalpsychology for the University ofDelaware.

Elizabeth Jelich is a graduate of WesleyCollege and the University of Delawarewhere she earned her bachelor’s andmaster’s degrees. Her deep Delawareroots enabled her to become a chartermember of a local chapter of theDaughters of the American Colonists.During her 31 years of teaching, herpassion was to instill in her students alifelong love of history. Her teachingmission was to construct a classroomwhere history came alive.

Gail Johnstonwas born in Baltimore,Md., and lived there most of her adultlife. She graduated from the Universityof Maryland with degrees in sociologyand English literature and laterobtained her graduate degree in social

work. Although she worked for manyyears as a geriatric social worker, shealways felt writing was her trueavocation. She especially enjoys poetry,journaling and personal essay. Afterretiring, she wrote and published amemoir of her childhood, Make a Lot ofNoise and Don’t Go on the Porch. In 2009,she published a collection of poetryand essays, Early Evening. Some of herpoetry and essays have appeared in theDelmarva Quarterly and other localpublications. Astrology and enneagraminterpretations have been hobbies forsome time.

Bill Jones is a graduate of CornellUniversity. He worked at DuPont for 31years, first as an auditor and later insupply chain management. Afterretirement from DuPont, he workedwith three consulting firms beforemanaging his own changemanagement consulting company.Now finally retired, Bill and his wife Dottravel extensively. Besides the travel, Billenjoys our natural environment,reading and history.

Robb Latheywas a clinicalpsychologist for 35 years. He receivedhis undergraduate degree fromSyracuse University, his master’s degreefrom Columbia University and hisdoctorate from the University of NorthTexas. He has worked in a number ofclinical settings, including privatepractice and community mental health.He has taught courses in group processat Wright State University in Ohio.Currently, Dr. Lathey is a volunteermediator at the Center for CommunityJustice at People’s Place in Milford.

Sue Letavish has been a musician allher life. She started with piano at agefour, which she followed with learningthe cello and and singing in church andschool choirs and has played handbellsfor almost 30 years. Sue has been retired from the field of speech/languagepathology for 15 years. Sue has been anactive member of the Dover Osher

program since 2013. One of herdrawings won a people’s choice ribbonat the first annual statewide Osher artexhibit in 2015.

Chris Malone has a Ph.D. in sportpsychology. He has coached at theyouth, high school, collegiate andinternational levels. As a sportpsychologist he has been a collegeprofessor and dean. He is now retiredbut still teaches part-time at Penn StateUniversity—Brandywine Campus andcontinues working as a sportpsychology consultant.

Janet Manchester received a B.A. inFrench from the University of Delawareand an M.S. in environmental sciencefrom Drexel University. Janet retiredfrom the Delaware Department ofNatural Resources and EnvironmentalControl, where she worked as anenvironmental scientist. She has been along-time volunteer at Bombay HookNational Wildlife Refuge and has servedas president and a board member ofthe Friends of Bombay Hook.

Kevin McGrath received a B.A. inhistory from Mt. Carmel College,Niagara Falls, Ontario. He retired as ahuman resources managementprofessional, and has held managementpositions with ITT, Nortel Networks andComshare. His interests includeAmerican history and reading.

Art McLaughlin holds B.A.s in bothpolitical science and art history from theUniversity of Delaware. He is currently agraduate student in art history at theUniversity of Delaware. He also holds anA.S. in respiratory therapy and an M.S. incommunity health and wellnessadministration. In addition, he is authorof six textbooks on medically-relatedtopics and a National League forNursing approved college instructor inscience.

Susan McLaughlin received herbachelor’s degree from the University ofDelaware and a master of information

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sciences degree from the University ofPittsburgh. She worked as a systemsanalyst and programmer for the City ofPittsburgh before returning to Delaware.Susie has taught at DuquesneUniversity, Robert Morris College,University of Pittsburgh and at DelawareTechnical Community College for 22years. She currently teaches courses at Wilmington University in thetechnology department.

Linda Medunick has attended Osherart classes from the first day they wereoffered. She has entered numerousjuried art shows, won multiple ribbonsand sold paintings. Her artistic journeyhas included the Norristown (Penn.) ArtLeague, Brain Injury Association ArtClub, Art Therapy Express Program, Inc.,Arts in the Estuary and the BiggsMuseum of American Art. Linda wasrecently inducted into the NationalLeague of American Pen Women. Thispast year, Linda had a personal showand participated in a live showcase oilpainting demonstration at the DoverPublic Library. Her work was included inthe first annual Statewide Osher ArtExhibit, and she continues her enrichinginvolvement in the Osher Doverprogram.

Doug Miller’s career includes teachingfifth grade social studies and science inthe Caesar Rodney School District. Hehas conducted communication/navigation equipment training forDover Air Force Base reservists. Doughas served as a historical interpreter atthe John Dickinson Plantation. Hisinterest in American history stems fromhis children living near Valley Forge.

Jan Miller has over two years'experience teaching at the OsherLifelong Learning Institute at theUniversity of Delaware. She has 55 yearsof study and practice in painting, hastaken many college level classes andhas taught general and private lessonsin various venues. Jan worked at thePeninsula Regional Medical Center and

Johns Hopkins as a registered radiologictechnologist. She retired from UnitrackIndustries as a computer drafter andprogrammer.

Carol Neild is a retired elementaryteacher/reading specialist. She hasbeen active in musical activities sincechildhood, singing and playing severalinstruments from choirs, school bandand orchestra to community symphony.Nearly 30 years ago she becameinvolved with early music and hasattended numerous workshops as wellas Pinewoods and Amherst Early Musicweeks. As a founding member of theHolly Consort, weekly rehearsals and afew gigs a year continue this interest.

Dan Pritchett received a B.S. in socialstudies education, Concord College,and an M.A. in American history,University of Delaware. Dan held ateaching position in the Capital SchoolDistrict, where he taught Americanhistory for 34 years. He later taught atWilmington and Delaware StateUniversities. He is a member of theLincoln Forum, one of the foremostnational organizations dedicated to thestudy of Abraham Lincoln and his era.

Kathleen Splane is an extensioneducator with Kent County CooperativeExtension and has had 19 years’experience bringing nutrition and foodsafety education out to the public. Shewill be teaching along with Master FoodEducators volunteers from variouswalks of life who are trained in nutritionand food safety.

Gerald Street has been a licensedDelaware attorney since 1972. He hasgained substantial additional training infinancial planning, governmentbenefits, veterans’ benefits andMedicaid planning, trust planning andelder law, to name a few. He has alsohelped care for his parents and in-lawswith housing and aging so that heunderstands both the practical and thelaws, regulations, etc.

Patricia Thompson considers smallgroup discussions, gentle ideaexchanges and smile power among herchief pleasures. After her teachingcareer in Delaware high schools andcolleges plus a few years in publicschool administration, Pat’s focus hasbeen on family, freelancewriting/photography, pre-collegecoaching and the arts. She holds a B.A.in English (William and Mary), an M.A. inliterature (University of Delaware) andadvanced degrees in counseling andadministration (Wilmington University.)She’s also a nationally certified lifecoach with Circle of Life.

Liisa Trala has a lifetime of artisticendeavors which include working as adraftsperson doing detail andillustrations as well as a cake decorator(painting with icing). January 2012, Liisatook her first step, and signed up for anoil painting class. Just over a year latershe entered the Delaware State SeniorArt Exhibit and won a third place noviceribbon. Liisa has taught classes onbeginning oil painting and decorativeacrylics at Osher, Maime A. WarrenSenior Center and the Dover Art League.

Randall Ward is a native Delawareanwho enjoys people. He earned his B.S.and M.Ed. from the University ofDelaware and was a Delaware educatorfor 34 years. He is passionate aboutmany things and has been in love withbaseball for almost as long as he canremember.

Larry Watkins is a retired softwaredesign engineer with over 30 yearsexperience in the design and installationof electronic systems containingembedded computers. Since retirement,he has been trained as a MasterGardener (University of Maine) and hasdone volunteer computer related workwith Owls Head TransportationMuseum, FIRST Robotics (as mentor forhigh school students), and the DelawareDivision of Historical and Cultural Affairs.Larry has also built his own computer asa home media server.

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Mail the registration form to theaddress shown at the top of the form.Additional forms may be obtained byvisiting our website or by calling theoffice at 302-736-7450. In-personregistration is also available in the OsherDover Lifelong Learning Office at theModern Maturity Center (Tuesdays andThursdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.). Registrationby telephone is not available.

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY OR ILLNESS CALL:

NAME _____________________________________________________________________________

TELEPHONE _______________________________________ RELATIONSHIP_____________________

EDUCATION: �H.S. � Some college, A.A. � B.A., B.S., R.N. �M.A., M.S. � Ph.D., M.D., J.D.

MEMBERSHIP DUES: �New Member �Returning Member

�$_______ Full Year Membership $225 (includes Fall and Spring Semester)

�$_______ Fall Semester Membership $130

�$_______ Donation to Gift Fund

�$_______ Donation to Scholarship Fund

�$_______ Instructor Discount $15

�$_______ Instructor Discount $30 (only with full year membership and if teaching both semesters)

�$_______ Total (Make check(s) payable to “University of Delaware.”) Check #_________

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�Newspaper article �Newspaper ad � Friend � Library display �Radio ad � TV

� Internet �Other ________________________________________________________________

By submitting this form, I agree to hold the University of Delaware, its Trustees, officers, employees andagents harmless for any claims of personal injury or damage arising out of my association with theprogram or presence on the University campus, including any injury or damage arising as a result of theUniversity’s negligence. I authorize the University to record or photograph my image and/or voice for useby the University or its assignees in educational and promotional programs and materials.

SIGNATURE REQUIRED _____________________________________________ DATE ___________

How to registerHave you tried online registration?www.lifelonglearning.udel.edu/dover• You may register for as many coursesas you like.

• Rank your classes in order of priorityby clearly filling in the CourseSelection Form (on reverse side).

• Be sure to include the course code,course title and day/time for each class.

• Select only the number of coursesthat you intend to take.

• DO NOT sign up for multiple coursesin the same time slot.

• Courses have a limited number ofseats, so use your top priorities wisely.

• Registration forms received by thepriority deadline (August 20) will beprocessed using the priorities youindicated on your form.

• Every effort will be made toaccommodate your first choice.

• The smaller the class limit the greaterlikelihood of a waiting list.

• If a class had a waiting list in the past,it probably will this semester as well.

• Only after priorities have beenprocessed, a computerized lottery willattempt to resolve any conflicts.

• Registrations received after thepriority deadline (Aug. 20)will beprocessed on a space-available basis.

• Registrations will not be processeduntil a membership fee is paid.

• Waiting list—Members who were notenrolled in a class during the previoussemester because of over-subscription will be given preferencethis semester if the identical class isoffered again. However, you mustregister for the class by the priorityregistration deadline and rank theclass as your first priority on yourregistration form.

Mail the registration form to theaddress shown at the top of the form.Additional forms may be obtained byvisiting our website or by calling theoffice at 302-736-7450. In-personregistration is also available in the OsherDover Lifelong Learning Office at theModern Maturity Center (Tuesdays andThursdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.). Registrationby telephone is not available.

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Please rank your courses in order of your priority

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______________ ________________________________________________ _________________ ____________________

Please indicate if you were previously waitlisted for your first priority course selection.

Do not repeat any numbers when ranking your courses—this will jeopardize your assignments.

Fall 2015 Course Selection Form

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESBecause the lifelong learning program is a cooperative educational community, members have the opportunity and obligation to support its objectives through participation in committees, planning (courses, trips, activities) and serving as class leaders and instructors.

COUNT ON ME TO:Teach or facilitate a course in_______________________________________________________________________________

Serve on the following committee: �Curriculum �Public relations �Member relations �Special events �Travel

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From Route 1 Southbound (Coastal Highway):

• Take Exit 104 (US 13, Rt. 8, Scarborough Rd., N. Dover) on the right.

• Continue onto Scarborough Rd.

• Continue onto Rt. 15 (McKee Rd.)

• Turn right onto Rt. 8 (Forrest Ave.)

• Modern Maturity Center is on the right.

From Route 1 Northbound (Coastal Highway):

• Take Exit 95 (Rt. 10 W Dover/Camden) on the right.

• Continue onto US 113 N. (S. Bay Rd.); street becomes US 13 N. (S. Dupont Hwy.)

• Turn left onto Rt. 8 (E. Division St.)

• Modern Maturity Center is on the right.

Directions to Modern Maturity Center

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Delaware in DoverModern Maturity Center, 1121 Forrest Avenue, Dover, DE 19904302-736-7450

Nonprofit Org.U.S. POSTAGE PAID

University ofDelaware

Osher Lifelong Learning Instituteat the University of Delaware in Dover1121 Forrest AvenueDover, Delaware 19904

FALL 2015 CALENDAR August 11, Tuesday—Open House and Registration, 10 a.m.–noon (MMC)

August 20, Thursday—Priority Registration closes

August 25, Tuesday—Instructor orientation, 9 a.m.–noon (MMC)

August 27, Thursday—Class assignments sent to registered members

September 8, Tuesday—First day of classes

October 9, Friday—Bus trip to Grounds for Sculpture

November 12, Thursday—Last day of classes

November 13, Friday—End of semester celebration at the DelawareAgricultural Museum

www.lifelonglearning.udel.edu/dover • 302-736-7450