REGISTRATION and SCHEDULE INFORMATION
1. Processing of registrations will begin Tuesday, September 4th.
Registrations will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis, as
determined by the postmark date on your envelope. You may mail
your registration form as soon as it is completed.
PLEASE NOTE: Registrations must be mailed.
2. Following the mail-in registration period, Walk-In Registration will
take place at the Oakland Center. It will begin at 10:00 a.m. on
Monday, October 1, and end at 1:00 p.m. on the same day. Walk-In
Registration permits:
1. Members and non-members, who have not yet registered, to
complete the process
2. Members to add or drop classes
3. Members to add open classes to their eight selected classes
at no additional charge
3. After Walk-In Registration, changes and additions of classes, as well
as new registrations, will be handled in the SOAR office.
No changes, additions, or new registrations can be done by phone
or e-mail.
4. Classes are held primarily at the WSU Oakland Center, but some
classes may be held at alternative locations. Please review your
confirmation letter for all location information.
5. Jack Lessenberry’s class will take place on Monday, October 15,
at 1:00 p.m., at Temple Israel, 5725 Walnut Lake Road, West
Bloomfield, MI 48323 You must be registered to attend.
6. After September 20th, you will receive a “Confirmation Letter”
listing all your classes. Carefully review this letter and bring it to
every SOAR class. This letter will list the building location of your
class. Please make a note of the location.
7. Please read the SOAR policies starting on page 43.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Anthropology and Archaeology……………. ……..2
Art and Museums…..……………………………...4
Biography……………………………….…..……. 7
Current Issues ……………………………….……8
Film……………………………………………....11
Health…………………………………………….13
History…………………………………………....15
Literature and Theatre………………………..…..20
Music …………………………………………….26
Philosophy and Religion…………………………29
Politics and Law………………………………….32
Psychology……………………………………….36
Science and Industry……………………………..40
Sociology...……………………………………….42
Travel and Culture………………………………..42
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ANTHROPOLOGY AND ARCHAEOLOGY
S1101 ARCHAEOLOGICAL FORAGING
INSTRUCTOR: Gottfried Brieger
We will discuss the fine traces of history that can be found at most
historical sites. These traces will consist of surface finds at such sites
and are, by necessity, mostly shards. These artifacts were gathered
primarily at Roman and medieval sites in Germany and colonial sites in
the U.S.
Gottfried Brieger is a retired Professor of Chemistry with a lifelong
interest in archaeology. He has visited numerous archaeological sites
all over the world in the course of his travels. Currently, he is
participating in an archaeological dig in Waterford, with the intent of
locating the homestead of Waterford's first settler, Oliver Williams.
Single Session: Wed., Nov. 14 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
S1102
HIGHLIGHTS OF ANCIENT GREATER DETROIT: A
WORLD-CLASS ARCHAEOLOGICAL REGION
INSTRUCTOR: Thomas Killion
Detroit and its surrounding metropolitan region are known for the
automotive industry, the decline of a major urban and
industrial region of the 20th century, the toughness and resilience
of its citizenry, sub-zero winters, and a lot more. However, we don't
generally think of Detroit and its immediate hinterland as a zone of
exceptional archaeological treasures and as the location of so many
important historic and prehistoric cultural resources for Michigan,
the Great Lakes, and U.S. history. Professor Killion highlights some of
the unique heritage resources of the area and makes the case for the
unparalled importance of "the city on the straits" for archaeology,
historic preservation, and the future development of the urban
environment.
Thomas Killion is Associate Professor and Chair of Anthropology at
Wayne State University. His research and publications cover
Mesoamerican archaeology, ancient agriculture, and Native American
repatriation. Formerly with the Smithsonian Institution, Dr. Killion
came to Wayne State in 2001 and since 2006 has been involved with
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community-based archaeological fieldwork in the Corktown Historic
District of Detroit.
Single Session: Tues., Oct. 30 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1103
OF FLOWERS AND BEADS: THE FUNCTIONAL AND
DECORATIVE ARTS OF GREAT LAKES NATIVE AMERICANS
INSTRUCTOR: Michael Stafford
The Native American peoples of the Great Lakes region possess one of
the most dynamic and visual decorative styles of any indigenous group in
the Americas. From functional works in chipped stone, copper, ceramic,
wood, and eventually, imported trade materials, the material culture of
Great Lakes native peoples is striking, sophisticated, and symbolically
rich. Join Dr. Michael Stafford, Director of the Cranbrook Institute of
Science in Bloomfield Hills, for an illustrated overview of the
remarkable material culture of our region's first inhabitants.
Selections from the Institute's nationally recognized Great Lakes cultural
collection will also be available for viewing.
Dr. Michael D. Stafford is an archaeologist and anthropologist with an
extensive background in North American and Northern European
research, fieldwork, and publication. He earned his Ph.D. in
anthropology from the University of Wisconsin, Madison; his M.A. in
anthropology from the University of Wyoming, Laramie; and his B.A. in
sociology and archaeology from Alma College, Michigan. A former
Fulbright scholar, Stafford’s professional and academic affiliations
include the American Anthropological Society, Society of American
Archaeology, American Association of Museums, and the Det Kongelige
Nordiske Oldskriftselskab in Denmark. Dr. Stafford is Director of the
Cranbrook Institute of Science in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, and is a
former President and CEO of the Milwaukee Public Museum in
Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A passionate beekeeper, musician, and scuba
diver, Stafford and his wife, Theresa, have seven children.
Single Session: Thurs., Oct. 11 10:00 a.m. - Noon
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ART AND MUSEUMS
S1104
THE VISION AND INTERPRETATIONS OF GEORGE
NELSON
INSTRUCTOR: Ruth Adler Schnee
In a society fervently dedicated to the numbers on the bottom line,
George Nelson was dedicated to designing for moral reasons and claimed
that it is dishonest to create period reproductions. Pioneering the earliest
acceptance of contemporary design in the U.S., his vision has had visible
influence on contemporary living patterns. This lecture is based upon the
current Cranbrook exhibit: George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer,
and Teacher. We will meet in the Auditorium of the Cranbrook Art
Museum. As a friend and co-worker of the late George Nelson, I will
give a short background introduction before we view the exhibit.
There is a $6.00 Museum charge, payable at the entrance.
Ruth Adler Schnee, architectural and textile designer, and Edward C.
Schnee, Yale ’42, helped sustain the legacy of modern design in
Michigan and beyond.
Single Session: Wed., Oct. 10
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Limit 200
HELD AT THE AUDITORIUM OF THE CRANBROOK
ART MUSEUM
S1105 TREASURES OF THE DIA
INSTRUCTOR: Maureen Esther
This presentation showcases the history of the art treasures right here in
Detroit. These precious pieces will be discussed using historical
information about the artists and time periods in which they were
produced. Come hear the stories, sometimes tragic, sometimes racy, of
some of the world's most important art that graces the halls of the DIA!
Maureen Esther is celebrating her 20th year presenting art and history
to young and old alike. She has studied at U. of M. and Oakland U. and
began her career as a "Picture Lady" in her son's elementary school.
Speaking on a variety of subjects, she brings history to life with her
passion.
Single Session: Tues., Oct. 9 10:00 a.m. - Noon
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S1106 ART IN THE CITY
INSTRUCTOR: Wendy Evans
This series looks at the best art to be seen in public places and museums
in cities around the world. You will enjoy the images presented, whether
you are looking for ideas for a future visit, want to remember past joys,
or just sample the best art the world has to offer.
Session 1: London
Wendy grew up in the Tate, the Victoria and Albert, and the National
Gallery in England, so the series begins with highlights from these
and other less well-known collections in London.
Session 2: Madrid
Madrid boasts the Prado Museum, but also other treats for the art lover
to enjoy in the city and its environs.
Session 3: Chicago
Chicago is an easy trip from Detroit. It is a city full of delights for
art lovers, from sculpture in Millennium Park and world-famous
architecture to high quality museums. The Art Institute of Chicago boasts
some of the best-loved paintings in America, as well as a new wing for
modern art.
Wendy Evans has master’s degrees from Oxford University in England
and Wayne State University in Detroit. She has been teaching art history
since 1990 and giving talks at SOAR since 2006. For full information on
Wendy and her talks see www.art-talks.org
Three Sessions: Fri., Oct. 26, Nov. 9, 16 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1107
FROM CONCEPT TO COMPLETION – BUILDING A
MUSEUM IN THE 21ST CENTURY
INSTRUCTOR: Stephen Goldman
This lecture will briefly examine the many processes that come into play
before a museum is designed and built, from the “aha” moment to the
”whew” moment of opening. There will be a description of how a
museum comes to be and the collaborations necessary for a successful
project.
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Stephen Goldman is Executive Director of the Holocaust Memorial
Center Zekelman Family Campus in Farmington Hills, with experience
as Executive Director and Designer/Curator at the Sherwin Miller
Museum of Jewish Art in Tulsa, and Museum Director and Designer of
the Florida Holocaust Museum, among others. Having designed the
permanent exhibits at the Florida and Tulsa museums, he brings
sensitivity to the interpretation, didactic materials, and teaching
approach to the subject. Steve graduated from Brandeis University,
attended Yale School of Drama, and earned an M.F.A. at Carnegie
Mellon University. He also did graduate work at the University of South
Florida’s School of Business.
Single session: Thurs., Oct. 25 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1108 GIAN LORENZO BERNINI: THE GENIUS OF ROME
INSTRUCTOR: Allan Howard
Bernini was one of the most prolific artists in history, and his work
is synonymous with the Baroque style. We'll examine his “unity of the
visual arts,”which gave definition to the city of Rome through painting,
sculpture and architecture. Attendees would benefit from watching the
YouTube video, “The Power of Art - Bernini” by Simon Schama.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=95_7l87prmI
For over eight years, Alan Howard has been the editor of the
Web site www.saintpetersbasilica.org . He was previously a Multimedia Manager and Presenter for Rockwell. Alan has led numerous
tours of the city of Rome.
Two Sessions: Tues., Nov. 13, Thurs., Nov. 15 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1109 MARTIN LEWIS: THE DIA’S MASTER SET OF HIS
PRINTS
INSTRUCTOR: Nancy Sojka
The DIA owns a complete set of prints made by this Australian-born,
American artist of the 1920s and ‘30s. Lewis stands among the figures at
the forefront of American printmaking between the two World Wars.
His imagery of New York and rural Connecticut captured aspects of the
regional scene as few others did. Learn about Lewis’ meticulous
craftsmanship, hard work ethic, and interesting vision during his brief
but stellar career.
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Nancy Sojka is Curator and Department Head of Prints, Drawings, and
Photographs at the DIA. She is the organizer of the current Picasso and
Matisse exhibition.
Single Session: Thurs., Oct. 11 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1110
FABERGÉ: FROM IMPERIAL CULTURE TO POP
CULTURE
INSTRUCTOR: Yao-Fen You
The name Fabergé has many connotations: imperial jeweler to the
doomed Russian royal family; dime-store deodorants and cheap
aftershave; fabulous one-of-a-kind bejeweled eggs. Yao-Fen You
(curator of DIA’s “Fabergé: The Rise and Fall”) invites you to
explore Fabergé’s legacy, from its illustrious imperial past to its
descent into kitsch and prominence in popular culture.
Yao-Fen You is Assistant Curator of European Sculpture and Decorative
Arts at the Detroit Institute of Arts, where her responsibilities range
from medieval German and Netherlandic sculpture to eighteenthcentury French decorative arts to early twentieth-century British
design. Prior to joining the DIA in 2008, she held positions at the
Harvard Art Museums, the J. Paul Getty Museum, and the University of
Michigan Museum of Art. You received her B.A. in art history from the
University of California, Berkeley, and her Ph.D. from the University
of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
Single Session: Thurs., Oct. 18 10:00 a.m. - Noon
BIOGRAPHY
S1111 ALBERT EINSTEIN’S FAMILY ALBUM – ALMOST
LIVE
INSTRUCTOR: Art Wiggins
Art Wiggins will present for class members a unique and personal look at
the great scientist, Albert Einstein. Dressed as Einstein himself, Wiggins
will narrate a “family album,” comprised of people who influenced
Einstein during his lifetime. To prepare, read any Einstein biography,
especially the one by Walter Isaacson. Any questions will be welcome.
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Art Wiggins taught physics and astronomy at OCC, Orchard Ridge, for
37 years. Currently, he has five popular science books in print, but
you’re liable to find him riding a bicycle, playing tennis, holding bridge
cards, or prowling the Internet.
Single Session: Wed., Oct. 10 10:00 a.m. - Noon
CURRENT ISSUES
S1112 GREAT DECISIONS
INSTRUCTORS: Alfred J. Darold and Daniel J. Harmon
This discussion group is open to members interested in expanding their
understanding of international issues. To encourage active participation,
enrollment will be limited to 30. The first topic to be considered will be
"Cybersecurity.” The next two topics will be “State of the Oceans” and
“Energy Geopolitics.” The fourth topic will be selected by the class at
the first session. The first three topics, and perhaps the fourth, will be
taken from the Great Decisions 2012 publication.
Alfred J. Darold retired from Ford Motor Company after a 38-year
career in Engineering and Product Litigation.
Daniel Harmon
completed a 25-year career at Ameritech and retired as Vice President
before becoming Director of Strategic Business Services at Walsh
College.
Please Note: Unless you have the text from the Spring 2012 Great
Decisions class, you need to order the text material for this class.
The text is Great Decisions 2012 Edition. You can order this text
material from the Foreign Policy Association, and can use either their
Web site, www.fpa.org, or their phone, (800) 477-5836. The cost of the
Foreign Policy Association text material is $20 plus shipping and
handling.
Four Sessions: Tues., Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30
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1:00- 3:00 p.m.
Limit 30
S1113 CURRENT ISSUES IN IMMIGRATION
INSTRUCTOR: Melanie D. Goldberg
This class will explore and discuss current issues in immigration.
We will examine these issues in a historical context and observe
how they affect the United States, as well as why/how the system is
or is not working.
Melanie Goldberg graduated from New York Law School and has been
practicing immigration law in the metropolitan Detroit area for
14 years. Her practice is primarily family immigration and
removal (deportation) defense.
She is currently on the
Executive Committee of the Michigan Chapter of the American
Immigration Lawyers Association.
Single Session: Mon., Oct. 8 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1114 INSIDE SCOOP OF HOW THE MEDIA COVERS HIGHPROFILE COURT CASES
INSTRUCTOR: Charlie Langton
This lecture will take a look at the media coverage of high-profile court
cases and will note how readers’ opinions are swayed by the way news is
presented. The best possible preparation for this class is to read the daily
newspapers.
Charlie Langton is an attorney and President of Langton & Associates,
P.C. in Sterling Heights, Michigan. The firm specializes in a variety of
cases, including personal injury, automobile negligence, workers’
compensation, and criminal law.
Charlie is best known in metro Detroit as the Legal Analyst for FOX 2
News and WWJ News Radio 950. Charlie is also the host of his own
morning talk show on The New Talk Radio WXYT 1270 AM from 6- 9
a.m. Charlie is a five-time Emmy award winner, a three-time recipient
of the Wade McCree award from the State Bar of Michigan for
excellence in legal journalism, and a multiple winner from the Michigan
Association of Broadcasting. He is a regular guest on the FOX 2 hit
show, “Let It Rip,” and on a variety of Detroit area radio talk shows,
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including “The Mitch Albom Show” and “Inside Detroit with Mildred
Gaddis.” He has a degree in theatre from Kalamazoo College and a
Juris Doctor degree from Detroit College of Law (now Michigan State
University College of Law). He was the #1 graduate in his class at the
Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts. Charlie is Vice President of the
Michigan State University College of Law.
His wife, Lisa, is the Deputy Court Administrator for Oakland County
Circuit Court, and they have four teenage children. They have an
extensive art collection featuring numerous Michigan artists.
Single Session: Mon., Oct. 22 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1115
FROM THE ARAB SPRING TO CENTRAL ASIA:
CHALLENGES FOR U.S. POLICY
INSTRUCTOR: Fred Pearson
The so-called Arab Spring has presented possibilities for democratic
reform in the Middle East, but also policy dilemmas for Washington in
adjusting to change. Similarly, the complicated U.S. relationships with
Afghanistan, where the war continues, and Pakistan cause
inconsistencies and frustrations on all sides. In two class sessions,
Dr. Pearson will discuss how the U.S. might adjust to assertive
Islamic political movements, to the reality of nationalism, and to the
test of American political and constitutional principles in the latest
foreign policy developments.
Dr. Fred Pearson, Professor of Political Science, directs the WSU
Center for Peace and Conflict Studies. He has been twice a Fulbright
Senior Scholar and recipient of numerous national and university
honors. His recent publications include a book on civil wars, studies of
international humanitarian interventions, and consideration of the
implications of Middle Eastern political change.
Two Sessions: Tues., Oct. 16, 23 10:00 a.m. – Noon
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FILM
S1116 THE MOVIE CLUB
INSTRUCTOR: Mike Beltzman
The course instructor, Mike Beltzman, wants to give his class tools that
they can use to extend the film-watching experience in order to become
more engaged filmgoers. Over a five-week period, students will have an
opportunity to discuss a variety of thematic films, with some being
shown in class and others being viewed by students on their own.
Storyline, acting, and character motivation will be part of all discussions.
Mike Beltzman has led film discussion classes at SOAR and in Sarasota,
Florida. His love of good films and his ability to promote class
discussion make for a stimulating and informative class. Mike is a
graduate of Wayne State University.
Five Sessions: Wed., Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7
Limit 60
Classes scheduled from 12:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
S1117 THE MOVIES – THEY ARE “A-CHANGING”
INSTRUCTOR: Ruth Blackman
Through the visual manifestation of life's possibilities, movies provoke,
excite, educate, and entertain us. In this class, we will try to examine
some of the layers of process which reveal storytelling techniques in
film. Film assignments are chosen by class members from movies
immediately available at local cinema theatres.
Ruth Blackman has been a movie discussion group facilitator for more
than eight years. Her teaching background and strong interest in the
humanities utilize class structure based on an academic design with lots
of freedom to evaluate the movie chosen for that session.
Six Sessions: Fri., Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Limit: 35
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S1118 FRED AND GINGER REALLY SWING IN "SWING
TIME"
INSTRUCTOR: Brian Murphy
Swing Time, 1936, directed by George Stevens, starring Fred Astaire
and Ginger Rogers, with music by Jerome Kern, is worth a second look,
or a 99th look. Roger Ebert calls it the best of the Astaire-Rogers
collaborations, and George Balanchine called Astaire the Bach
of dance: "that same concentration of genius." We'll look, we'll
consider, we'll discuss this "Mercury in winged taps," though, tempted
as we will be, we PROBABLY won't actually dance.
(Film in the morning; discussion in the afternoon)
Brian Murphy had a 35-year career as a member of the English
Department of Oakland University, a career which included a 17-year
term as Director of the university’s Honors College. A former film critic,
he taught many film courses and helped found the university’s Cinema
Concentration. His publications include a novel and a study of the
fiction of C.S. Lewis. In February ‘07, his play, The Importance of
Being, received a Staged Reading by the Medicine Show Theater in New
York, and in June ’09, the same theatre included three of his pieces in an
evening of Very Short Plays.
Two Sessions: Tues., Nov. 13
10:00 a.m. – Noon & 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Limit 80
S1119
FORTY YEARS OF FILM: A HISTORY OF THE
DETROIT FILM THEATRE
INSTRUCTOR: Elliot Wilhelm
The Detroit Film Theatre is the Detroit Institute of Arts' landmark film
program, which began in 1973 and has presented films to nearly four
million area residents since then. Series curator, Elliot Wilhelm, has kept
the program's rich mixture of new discoveries and restored classics vital
for audiences of all ages. He'll share his observations on cinematic
trends, as well as the nuts and bolts of film exhibition (the way we see
movies) and how it has evolved over the years.
Elliot Wilhelm is a product of Cass Technical High School and Wayne
State University. He became the film programmer at the DIA in 1973,
and has been the museum's Curator of Film since 1984. Elliot has taught
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courses in film history for WSU and the DIA, and, in 1984, he was
named "Michiganian of the Year" by The Detroit News. Since 1995, he
has hosted the weekly program "Film Festival" on Detroit Public
Television and has twice been nominated for local Emmy Awards for his
writing and criticism. He's the author of Videohound's World Cinema:
The Adventurer's Guide to Movie Watching. Pulitzer Prize Winner
Roger Ebert described Wilhelm as "a brilliant programmer and critic,
and a heck of a nice guy."
Single Session: Mon. Oct. 29 10:00 a.m. - Noon
HEALTH
S1120 THE ART OF MEDICINE
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Manuel Sklar
While science and technology have made great advances in medical
practice, the role of physicians continues to be crucial in the management
of patient care. Their judgment, based on knowledge, intuition, and
compassion, remains central to making the ultimate decisions in regard
to patient treatment. The basic principles of this art will be presented.
Manuel Sklar, M.D., FACP,FACG., has practiced medicine locally for
more than 50 years. He is a graduate of Wayne State School of Medicine,
with subsequent training at Detroit Receiving and the University of
Chicago. He is Clinical Professor of Medicine at WSU and attending
physician at Beaumont and Sinai Grace Hospitals. He practices with
Franklin Medical Consultants, Southfield, MI.
Single Session: Mon., Nov. 5 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1121 CHAIR YOGA AND CHAIR ZUMBA FOR EVERYBODY
INSTRUCTOR: Barbara Swaab
In this workshop we will use a chair to practice yoga poses, followed by
some Latin dance. The type of yoga we will explore, considered a
gentler form of yoga, uses a chair for additional support. Chair Zumba is
designed for participants who have some physical limitations. Most of
the exercises are done while sitting on, leaning on, or holding onto a
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chair. This makes it great for all ages and for those with limited
mobility. We will also incorporate breathing and meditation techniques
that have been proven to help reduce stress and tension. We will discuss
the history of yoga and its health benefits.
Barbara Swaab, ERYT, has been practicing yoga for over 30 years, and
is a trained and certified yoga instructor. She has studied with many
leading national instructors. Barbara’s approach to teaching is a heartcentered expression of her creativity and commitment to making yoga
and fitness accessible to everyone. Barbara teaches many styles of
Hatha Yoga , including Vinyasa, slow flow, prenatal yoga, and a bodyrolling class. She also created a water yoga class that she offers twice a
week in the pool at Franklin Athletic Club. She is a certified Zumba
Gold instructor.
Class to be held at the Birmingham Temple
Single Session: Thurs., Oct. 25 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1122
AN INTRODUCTION:
CANNABIS
INSTRUCTOR: Neil Yashinsky
MEDICAL
Limit 150
MARIJUANA /
We will review the known history of human use of marijuana,
aka cannabis, and learn how marijuana/cannabis works in the body. We
will take a brief look at recent peer-reviewed research into the
pharmacological benefits of marijuana/cannabis, and we will finish with
a discussion of the legal status of medical marijuana in Michigan, the
United States, and the world.
Neil Yashinsky is the President of Oakland County NORML (National
Organization to Reform Marijuana Laws). He has been educating
people about the history, benefits, and legal status of medical marijuana
for more than five years. He has witnessed the difficulties that can occur
when a doctor's recommendation to a patient conflicts with the law, and
he has seen how medical science and the best interests of the patients are
deemed of secondary importance to complying with the law.
Single Session: Mon., Nov. 5 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
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HISTORY
S1123 THE SILK ROAD
INSTRUCTOR: Linda Benson
This course focuses on the Chinese portion of the legendary Silk Road,
and introduces the elements of trade and cultural exchange that flowed
along this ancient artery linking East and West.
Linda Benson, specialist in the history of northwestern China, has
written a number of books and numerous articles focusing on the Muslim
peoples of Xinjiang and on minority policy in 20th-century China. Her
books are available through Amazon.com, among other outlets.
Single Session: Thurs., Nov. 1 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
S1124 THE VIETNAM WAR
INSTRUCTOR: Donald Borsand O.D.
Vietnam was America’s longest war – even longer than today’s war in
Afghanistan. In order to gain a full understanding of this conflict, we
must go back in history to the Vietnamese revolt against French colonial
rule in Indochina. Lecture I will cover the French war in Indochina. In
Lecture II, we will consider the “Domino Theory,” relating to the fear of
a spread of Communism, and the influence this theory had on U.S.
foreign policy. Many thousands of Americans died in Vietnam, as well
as many more thousands of Vietnamese. The United States was riven
with discord over the continuation of the war, and our image suffered
abroad. What did we learn from these tragic events?
Donald Borsand has studied military history (primarily WW II and
related subjects) for over 50 years, both formally at university and
informally during his professional and business careers. He has given
many lectures on WWII and related subjects, including "Hitler," "The
Battle of Britain," "The Battle of the Atlantic," "Hiroshima and
Nagasaki," "Operation Barbarossa," "The Korean War," and "The
Vietnam War." In 2004, he retired after a 40-year career in eye care,
first as a practicing optometrist, second as CEO of a large eye-care
delivery system throughout much of Michigan. Since 2004, he has
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enjoyed his avocation (military history) and, to a limited degree, being a
consultant to some of the professions on the marketing and performance
of best patient care.
Two Sessions: Tues., Oct. 30, Nov. 6 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1125
THE STORY OF JEWS WHO ESCAPED FROM NAZI
EUROPE TO SHANGHAI
INSTRUCTOR: Berl Falbaum
This is the story of approximately 20,000 Jews who made it to Shanghai
from Germany, roughly between the years 1938- 40, and who lived there
as refugees until the end of the war. They spent about ten years in what
was called the Hongkew Ghetto, which was administered by the
Japanese occupation force. Life was very difficult, but the refugees
created a self-contained community. After the war, most immigrated to
the U.S. Some went to Israel, and others went back to Europe.
Berl Falbaum’s career includes ten years as a political reporter for The
Detroit News, fifteen years in corporate public relations, and four years
in state politics as administrative aide to Michigan’s lieutenant
governor. He has operated his own PR company, Falbaum &
Associates, which he founded in 1989. He has published seven books
and has taught journalism part-time at Wayne State University since
1968. He also wrote one play, which was produced by a community
theatre in Livonia, Michigan. His articles on politics and the media
appear frequently on the Op-Ed pages of Michigan’s newspapers. He
lives with his wife, Phyllis, in West Bloomfield, Michigan. They have two
daughters and three grandchildren.
Single Session: Tues., Nov. 6 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1126
CHE GUEVARA AND HIS EFFECT ON LATINAMERICAN POLITICS
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Felix Fernández-Madrid
Lecture I will discuss Che Guevara, his revolutionary motivation, and the
ménage a trois: Che Guevara, Fidel Castro, and Regis Debray. What
were Guevara’s reasons for engaging in revolutionary warfare, and what
were the political circumstances surrounding Che’s defeat in Bolivia?
Cuba after Che’s death will also be discussed.
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Lecture II will deal with post-Guevara Latin American dictatorships. We
will look at the Argentine dirty war, Pinochet, and the Condor years.
There will be a discussion of the later consequences of Guevara’s
guerrilla warfare on United States foreign policy in Latin America and its
relationship to the Cold War, the Argentine dirty war, and Pinochet’s
Condor years.
Felix Fernandez-Madrid was born in Argentina. He is a physicianscientist with an M.D. degree from the University of Buenos Aires,
Argentina, a Ph.D. in cellular and molecular biology from the University
of Miami, and is presently Professor of Internal Medicine at Wayne State
University. He has a continuing interest in both Latin American politics
and the history of medicine. He was a classmate in medical school and
friend of Ernesto Guevara.
Two Sessions: Mon., Oct. 8, 22 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
S1127 THE GREAT INFLUENZA EPIDEMIC
INSTRUCTOR: Dennis Fiems
The influenza epidemic of 1918 was of global dimensions and was
extremely lethal. This lecture will examine the causes and effects of this
deadly epidemic.
Dennis Fiems taught for 42 years at the Highland Lakes campus of
Oakland Community College. For 39 of those years, he taught a twocourse sequence in world civilizations. He was chosen Outstanding
Faculty at that campus three times.
Single Session: Tues., Oct. 9 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1128
THE SEIZURE AND CONSOLIDATION OF NAZI
POWER, 1933-34
INSTRUCTOR: Derek Hastings
When Adolf Hitler was appointed German Chancellor in January, 1933,
he was the head of a coalition government within which the Nazi Party
comprised only a small minority. His power was far from absolute. This
lecture will examine the developments that enabled the Hitler
administration to consolidate power to a near-unprecedented degree
during its first eighteen months of existence.
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Derek Hastings, Associate Professor of History at Oakland University,
received his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago in 2004. His first
book, Catholicism and the Roots of Nazism, was published by Oxford
University Press in 2010. His current book project focuses on the
contradictory nature of Nazi ideals of masculinity.
Single Session: Thurs., Nov. 8 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
S1129 CITIZENS, SOLDIERS, AND
DEMOCRACY IN ANCIENT ATHENS
INSTRUCTOR: James P. Holoka
THE
BIRTH
OF
The course will examine the origins of the world's first democracy as it
emerged in ancient Greece. It will consider the stages of development
from monarchy to oligarchy and tyranny to the utterly unheard-of rule by
the "demos" (common people) of a city-state. Another concern will be
the definition itself of "citizen"--male? female? warrior? property owner?
poor? wealthy? well-born? immigrant?
James Holoka has taught classics and ancient history at Eastern
Michigan University for thirty-eight years. He holds a University of
Michigan Ph.D. (1974) in Comparative Literature and has published
widely. He is also the Editor of the Michigan War Studies Review, an
online scholarly journal affiliated with the Michigan War Studies Group.
Three Sessions: Mon., Nov. 12, Wed., Nov. 14,
Fri., Nov. 16
10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1130 NORTH KOREA: A LOOK AT THE HISTORY OF THE
“HERMIT KINGDOM”
INSTRUCTOR: Elizabeth Dorn Lublin
Regularly condemned by the international community as a threat to
peace and security in East Asia, the Democratic People’s Republic of
Korea was once a jewel in the Communist crown. Indeed, North Korea’s
recovery after the Korean War far outpaced that of its neighbor to the
south, and both the Soviet Union and China vied to be its best friend.
Since the 1970s, however, the government’s policy of self-reliance and
heavy emphasis on military versus civilian needs have combined with the
collapse of the Soviet bloc and persistent natural disasters to plunge the
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country into a state of economic despair. This one-session class will trace
that evolution, with special attention paid to the nature of economic
policy and rule by the Kim family, the quality of life for North Koreans,
and the state of relations between North and South.
Elizabeth Dorn Lublin, Associate Professor in the History Department
at WSU, currently serves as the Department's Director of Undergraduate
Studies. Her course offerings include surveys of modern East Asia and
the world since 1945, along with upper-division classes on pre-modern
and modern Japan and women in Japanese history. Research-wise, she
published her first book, Reforming Japan: The Woman's Christian
Temperance Union in the Meiji Period, in 2010, and is now working on
a manuscript on the development of Japan's tobacco industry, state
regulation, and advertising in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Single Session: Wed., Oct. 31 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1131 THE DAYS OF DETROIT
INSTRUCTOR: James McConnell
This fascinating story of the founding and growth of Detroit focuses on
key days and events in its more than 300-year history. From Cadillac to
Pontiac, from Ford to Polk, personalities are the key to understanding
our past. Learn about some of the important events in the history
of the Motor City.
Educated at Albion College (B.A.) and Wayne State University (M.A. and
Ed.D.), Jim McConnell spent most of his career in the Dearborn Public
Schools. He has also taught as adjunct at several area universities and
served the State of Michigan as a coordinator of historical celebrations,
including the Declaration of Independence Bicentennial, the Michigan
Sesquicentennial, and the U.S. Constitution & Bill of Rights
Bicentennial. He is a former member of the Michigan Historical
Commission, the Michigan Humanities Council (Chair), and serves as
Secretary of the Michigan Commission on the Commemoration of the
Bicentennial of the War of 1812.
Single Session: Thurs., Oct. 18 10:00 a.m. - Noon
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S1132
TO GAIN TITLE TO THEIR BODIES: WOMEN,
VIOLENCE, AND THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT
INSTRUCTOR: Danielle McGuire
This lecture focuses on the special vulnerabilities of women during the
Jim Crow (segregation) Era in the South and the ways in which they
resisted racial oppression and violence. Even stories you thought you
knew, like the 1955-56 Montgomery Bus Boycott or the 1965 Selma
Campaign, look different when the focus is on women. And you'll
meet a whole new Rosa Parks. Instead of a silent seamstress who
tiptoed through history, you'll meet a radical detective and fierce
advocate for justice.
Danielle McGuire is an award-winning author and Assistant Professor
of History at Wayne State University in Detroit. She is a distinguished
lecturer for the Organization of American Historians and has appeared
on NPR, CNN, and BookTV.
Single Session: Thurs., Oct. 25 10:00 a.m. - Noon
LITERATURE AND THEATRE
S1133 ROBERT FROST: A BOY'S WILL
INSTRUCTOR: Jane Donahue Eberwein
This class focuses on Robert Frost's first book of poems,
A Boy's Will, which was published in London in 1913 and led to his first
recognition as a poet. We shall consider the lyric qualities of "this
book of songs," while keeping in mind its overall pastoral
structure, its relation to the Longfellow poem from which Frost derived
its title, and the balance it maintains between individualistic
aspirations and marital love. Among poems to be considered are "Into
My Own," "My November Guest," "To the Thawing Wind," "A Prayer
in Spring," "The Vantage Point," "Mowing," and "Reluctance."
Jane Donahue Eberwein, Distinguished Professor of English, Emerita, at
Oakland University, taught American literature there from 1969 to 2007.
As a native Bostonian, Eberwein takes special interest in New England
writers such as Robert Frost and Emily Dickinson.
Single Session: Tues., Oct. 30 10:00 a.m. – Noon
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S1134 GENRES REVISITED
INSTRUCTOR: Paula Finkelstein
From found-and-never-before-used material, we'll take a brief look at the
three major genres in literature: prose, poetry, and drama. Our
discussions will be drawn from a little American, a soupçon of French, a
wee bit o' the Irish, and perhaps some Italian and Russian leftovers as
well. We will try to discern what makes literature "great" or not, until
we run out of time. So gear up for a swift brain ride.
Materials Fee: $5.00 payable to instructor first day of class
Paula Finkelstein has been teaching at SOAR since its inception and
knows it is the best teaching "gig" ever.
Four Sessions: Fri., Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16
Limit 35
Classes scheduled from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
S1135 THE NOVELLA: A SHORT NOVEL OR A LONG SHORT
STORY
INSTRUCTOR: Pamela Hoffman
We will examine the elements of fiction which apply to the novel,
novella, and short story. We will analyze what aspects of the chosen
novella make it different from a short story and how each may have been
different if the genres were reversed: what if the novella had been the
short story or the short story the novella? Participants should read The
Awakening by Kate Chopin; other materials will be provided.
Pam Hoffman is an adjunct, teaching composition at the OCC
Royal Oak/Southfield campuses. Previously, she taught composition
and literature for almost 20 years at Illinois Central College in
East Peoria, Illinois. She also taught literature for the University of
St. Francis (Joliet, IL) at its satellite campuses in Peoria, Normal,
and Galesburg in Illinois.
Single Session: Wed., Oct. 31 10:00 a.m. – Noon
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Limit 25
S1136 LANGSTON HUGHES: THE PEOPLE'S POET
INSTRUCTOR: Sharon O’Brien
This class will examine the life and some of the works of Langston
Hughes, one of the stars of the Harlem Renaissance. Hughes was known
as a champion of the ordinary person; he used jazz rhythms and cadences
in his poetry to express his love for his people. We'll look at his life and
a few of his essays and poems. NOTE: READINGS WILL BE SENT
TO REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS BY E-MAIL. THEY WILL ALSO
BE PLACED ON THE SOAR WEB SITE FOR DOWNLOADING.
Sharon O'Brien teaches literature, reading and writing, and general
liberal arts studies at Siena Heights University. She is a former director
of the WSU Oakland Center and Chair of the SOAR Board of Directors.
Two Sessions: Thurs., Nov. 8, 15 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Limit 65
S1137 NEW SERIES! THE LITERARY DETECTIVES
INSTRUCTOR: Sharon O’Brien
Detective novels are proliferating! It seems people love mysteries and
want to solve them along with the literary detective. Let's start at the
beginning and talk about Edgar Allen Poe's three detective novellas:
Murders in the Rue Morgue, The Mystery of Marie Roget, and The
Purloined Letter. Come to class having read the three works and be
prepared for a lively discussion.
Sharon O'Brien teaches literature, reading and writing, and general
liberal arts studies at Siena Heights University. She is a former director
of the WSU Oakland Center and Chair of the SOAR Board of Directors.
Single Session: Mon., Nov. 12 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Limit 65
S1138 PATHWAYS TO LOST TRANSLATIONS: SUSANNA
PIONTEK'S
LATEST
STORIES IN
ENGLISH WITH
COMMENTARIES BY HER TRANSLATOR, GUY STERN
INSTRUCTORS: Susanna Piontek and Guy Stern
Confronted with the variety of styles and plotting of Piontek's original
German stories, Stern illustrates how his translations require the use of
different idioms and puns to provide a smooth and faithful transference
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of her texts from German to English. The presentation will be in the form
of a dialogue between the author and her translator.
Susanna Piontek was born in Bytom, Poland, and immigrated to
Germany in 1965. She acquired an M.A. at Bochum University,
Germany, specializing in language pedagogy research, history and
Americanistics. After working at the University of Saarbrücken for
several years, she completed her education as a broadcast editor at a
journalism school. Besides working at a broadcasting station, she
started writing short stories, poems, and book reviews. They have been
published in book form, anthologies, and magazines in Germany, the
U.S., Albania, and Israel. Since 2006, Piontek has been living in the
United States as a freelance writer. She is a member of the European
Authors' Association, also of SCALG (Society for Contemporary
American Literature in German), and of P.E.N. Centre of GermanSpeaking Writers Abroad.
Guy Stern was born in 1922 in Hildesheim, Germany. From 1942 to
1945 he served in the U.S. Army, Military Intelligence Service (rank of
master sergeant). He was decorated with the Bronze Star. In 1953, he
received his Ph.D. from Columbia University. Stern taught at various
U.S. universities (most recently at Wayne State University) and as guest
professor at German institutions. He was Interim Director of the
Holocaust Memorial Center Zekelman Family Campus in Farmington
Hills, Michigan, and is currently Director of its Institute of the
Righteous. Beyond his publications on literature, he has translated
dramas by Brecht and poems by contemporary German authors.
Single Session: Thurs., Nov. 15 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1139 PAIN AND ITS TRANSFORMATION IN
SHAKESPEARE
INSTRUCTOR: Richard Raspa
Shakespeare’s tragedies illustrate both the destructive and the
transformative power of pain. Physical pain in the body and
psychological suffering in the mind--fear, anxiety, sadness, resentment,
regret, loneliness, disappointment, depression--can erase the contours of
identity and shatter the fiduciary hold on reality. This presentation
explores Shakespeare's evocation of pain and its transformation in King
Lear and Hamlet, and, if time permits, Titus Andronicus.
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Richard Raspa is Professor of English. His research interests
are interdisciplinary and include literature, folklore, narrative,
organizational theory, and medical humanities. Raspa has published
five books, one of which received an international award, the Botkin
Prize, from the American Folklore Society for the best first book in the
field of folklore. He is also Adjunct Professor in the School of Medicine
at WSU, teaching fourth-year medical students in their rotation through
ambulatory medicine.
Single Session: Thurs., Nov. 15 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
S1140 TWO BEAUMARCHAIS ADVENTURES:
BEAUMARCHAIS CHASES A SCANDAL MONGER TO
VIENNA; BEAUMARCHAIS IS SENT ON A MISSION TO
LONDON
INSTRUCTOR: Donald Spinelli
You may know Beaumarchais by now as author of The Barber of Seville
and The Marriage of Figaro, as well as by his involvement in the
American and French Revolutions. This term, we will examine how the
writer became a prisoner of Marie Antoinette's mother, the Empress of
Austria, and we will consider his dealings with the Chevalier d'Eon,
"the Amazon of Golden Square."
Don Spinelli retired in 2009 as Associate Dean of the College of Liberal
Arts and Sciences and Professor of French at Wayne State University.
He has written on Beaumarchais and is editing the author's
correspondence. After a too short retirement, he has returned to WSU as
Interim Chair of the Department of Classical and Modern Languages,
Literatures, and Cultures.
Single Session: Thurs., Nov. 8 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
S1141
ELEMENTS OF LITERATURE, OR FOLLOWING
ALONG WITH THE AUTHORS (INSTEAD OF BEHIND)
INSTRUCTOR: Sandra Sutherland
Using analysis of the author’s choice of voice (chosen from five different
points of view), conflict (four of them), atmosphere (time and place),
symbols (names, colors, objects, animals, images and progression of
images), kinds of characters (round, flat, sound, foil, stock), kinds of
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beginnings and endings (inciting force and dénouement), and tone and
mood (and the difference between them) can enhance your understanding
and enjoyment of the novel.
There are also a number of reading “tricks” you can use to get into the
novel sooner, pick up on information more quickly, and retain that
information longer. And you can apply all these elements to short stories,
novels, movies, and plays.
I will supply the short stories for the class. In the second class, the
discussion will focus on the novel Being There by Jerzy Kosinski. It
helps in discussions if you’ve read the book recently or at least reviewed
it. Bring the book with you, but don’t stay away if you haven’t read it.
Better discussions come from the questions you bring to class.
Sandra Sutherland, Emerita, Distinguished Professor of English from
Oakland Community College, taught classes in creative writing, short
story and novels, American literature, women’s literature, and children’s
literature.
Two Sessions: Tues., Oct. 16, 23 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Limit 40
S1142 THE STAGE OF LIFE - READER'S THEATER
INSTRUCTORS: Norine Zimmer and Judy Schneider
Reader's Theater is defined as an oral presentation of readings of
dramatic, comedic, and provocative selections, with no memorization
required. All materials will be provided. Whether you are a novice or
experienced, welcome to those who appreciate all aspects of theatre!
Norine Zimmer has a master’s degree from WSU in interdisciplinary
studies, with a specialization in gerontology. She also includes in her
résumé that of Producer/Director, Detroit Town Hall Lecture Series, at
the Fisher Theater.
Judy Schneider is a psychiatric social worker in private practice, having
earned a master’s degree from WSU in 1982. She studied theatre at
Marygrove College from 1974-76.
Four Sessions: Fri., Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Limit 25
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MUSIC
S1143 EXPERIENCING OPERA
INSTRUCTOR: Martin Herman
This fall, for the first time in its history, the Michigan Opera Theatre will
mount an eighteenth-century opera seria: Händel’s Giulio Cesare
(“Julius Caesar”), first heard in 1724. Opera seria, a form of opera that
deals with heroic or mythological subject matter, consisted (largely) of
conventionalized arias that focused attention on the extraordinary vocal
ability and improvisational skill of highly trained singers; it flourished
during the seventeenth and early eighteenth centuries. Rossini’s
Il Barbiere di Siviglia (“The Barber of Seville”), a nineteenth-century
opera buffa, provides a delightful comedic contrast.
“Experiencing Opera,” this term, will compare and contrast two
strikingly different productions of Giulio Cesare: the first, performed in
the original Italian with a counter tenor cast as Caesar, a role originally
composed for a castrato; the second, performed in English with a mezzo
soprano cast as Caesar. Then, two significantly different adaptations of
Beaumarchais’ Le Barbier de Seville will be compared and contrasted:
the first, Il Barbiere di Siviglia by Giovanni Paisiello, an accomplished
Neapolitan composer much admired by Mozart, was premiered in 1782;
the second, Il Barbiere di Siviglia by Rossini, the better known of the
two and a perennial audience favorite, in 1816.
As always, primary attention will be directed to dramaturgy: how libretti
are crafted; how and why musical choices are made; how and why those
choices succeed (or fail to succeed) in embodying the meaning
designated by the text and suggested by the dramatic action. Recorded
performances (video and/or audio) of the operas considered—complete
or appropriately excerpted—will be featured.
Martin Herman, Emeritus Professor of Humanities at WSU, is a
musicologist by training but has devoted much of his academic career
(both teaching and scholarly activity) to interdisciplinary humanistic
studies and comparative arts. He offers programs about music and
music-related subjects—particularly but not exclusively opera—to
diverse audiences in the Detroit metropolitan area.
Eight Sessions: Wed. & Thurs., Oct. 10-11, 17-18,
Oct. 24-25, Oct. 31-Nov.1
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1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Limit 62
S1144 BENNY GOODMAN PLAYS
MOZART… PLAYS BARTOK… ETC.
INSTRUCTOR: David Hoptman
SWING…
PLAYS
The King of Swing legitimized swing and jazz as important genres in
music at his famous Carnegie Hall concert. He went on to conduct one of
the best of the swing bands. He was probably the only white musician
who was best at his instrument in jazz.
David Hoptman is a retired social worker. His interests are movies,
music, and photography. He has given presentations to SOAR, ALI, IRP,
and other groups in the area.
Single Session: Mon., Oct. 22 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1145 A TRAVELOGUE IN JAZZ
INSTRUCTOR: Stuart Johnson
Session I: The States
In this program, various songs that have a state name in the title, such
as Vermont, Georgia, Texas, and Missouri, will be highlighted.
The slides focus on features of that state.
Session II: The Cities
As in the October program on the states, this second in the travelogue
series will highlight various cities whose names appear in jazz songs. A
tour of each city via slides that depict its interesting places and features
will be shown while the song is being played. We'll visit places like
Chicago, Paducah, Hollywood, and New York.
Session III: The World
The third in the travelogue series is a trip around the world, visiting
countries that have their name, city, or feature in the song title. While
listening to the jazz songs, we'll see things like the Eiffel Tower in
France, the rice fields of Bali, the White Cliffs of Dover in England, and
the Amazon basin in Brazil.
Stuart Johnson is a member of the Michigan Jazz Record Collectors
(MJRC), a local group of men and women who are dedicated to the
preservation of jazz record collection and other memorabilia. He has
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given a number of jazz-oriented programs throughout the Detroit metro
area, including a Dixieland presentation to the SOAR community last
fall.
Three Sessions: Tues., Oct. 16, Wed., Oct. 24, Wed., Nov. 14
10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1146
PICKING THE SONGS: THE COMPLEXITY OF
ORCHESTRAL PROGRAMMING UNMASKED
INSTRUCTOR: Nan Washburn
Michigan Philharmonic's music director, Nan Washburn, will give you
the inside scoop on the fun, creativity, research, and work that go into her
award-winning, critically acclaimed programming for each new orchestra
season. Although it sounds like an easy task, find out just why choosing
music and guest artists each year is actually one giant intricate and
delicate puzzle, and a very personal art form. The veteran conductor will
guide you through a maze of steps and considerations and also showcase
the current 2012-13 season with musical excerpts.
Nan Washburn, currently in her 14th season as the Music Director and
Conductor of the Michigan Philharmonic, has also conducted numerous
orchestras in California and around the country. A former professional
flutist turned conductor, Ms. Washburn studied at the Music Academy of
the West, The Aspen Festival, The Conductor Institute, and the
University of California, Santa Barbara. She holds a master's degree in
performance from New England Conservatory.
Single Session:
Thurs., Oct. 18 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1147 MUSICAL NATIONALISM IN 19TH-CENTURY
EUROPE
INSTRUCTOR: Mary Wischusen
During the course of the 19th century, composers in many European
countries began to grow tired of the dominance of mainstream (mostly
“Germanic”) compositional styles and to seek inspiration in the musical
idioms of their own country. This “musical nationalism” was especially
evident in places like Russia, Scandinavia, Bohemia, and Hungary,
which lacked a strong musical tradition and, in some cases, a strong
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sense of political and cultural identity. This course will explore musical
nationalism and discover how composers engendered a feeling of
national pride by using folk tunes, rhythms, scale patterns, and
instruments, as well as the myths and legends of their own country.
Mary Wischusen is an Associate Professor in the Music Department at
Wayne State University, where she also directs the Music History
Division and the Graduate Program in Music. Her main field of
research is opera from the late 18th through the 19th centuries, especially
the stage works of Franz Schubert. She has published articles in essay
collections, journals, and encyclopedias, and has presented papers at
numerous musicological conferences.
Single Session:
Tues., Oct. 30 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION
S1148
JONAH, THE WHALE, AND THE DARK NIGHT
OF THE SOUL
INSTRUCTOR: Michael F. Abramsky
The Book of Jonah is only four pages long, but it has been the subject of
thousands of pages of criticism and speculation. This presentation views
Jonah as an exemplar of the "depressive position" of life. Jonah's refusal
to answer God's call is a failure to establish meaning in one's life, and the
absence of meaning leads to depression, suicidal desires, and alienation.
The Book of Jonah will be viewed through Jewish and Christian
exegesis, as well as depth psychology and literature.
Michael F. Abramsky, Ph.D., ABPP, licensed clinical psychologist, holds
national board certifications in both clinical and forensic psychology.
He is also currently a master's candidate in religious studies at the
University of Detroit. Dr. Abramsky was trained in psychoanalysis but
currently practices contemplative psychotherapy, which synthesizes both
Western and Eastern techniques for inducing psychological changes. He
is a part-time professor and has authored over 20 articles.
Single Session: Mon., Nov.5 10:00 a.m. – Noon
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S1149
BIBLICAL HEROES – WHAT DO THEIR VOICES
TEACH MODERN HUMANITY?
INSTRUCTOR: Rabbi Joshua L. Bennett
This course will be a text study of the origin stories of several Old
Testament characters. We will look at the ancient voice of the Torah to
find a modern lesson for life. Characters addressed may include
Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Rachel, and others.
Rabbi Joshua Bennett has served as a spiritual leader of Temple Israel of
West Bloomfield since 1994. He has served as Director of the North
American Federation of Temple Youth and is currently President of the
Michigan Board of Rabbis.
Single Session: Thurs., Nov. 8 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1150 THE PHENOMENON OF RELIGION: ITS ORIGINS,
EVOLUTION, AND RELEVANCE
INSTRUCTOR: Harry T. Cook
Questions to be considered include: 1. What is the connection between
morality and religion, if any? 2. Whence the idea of deity? 3. Why do
people seek “the meaning of life” in religion? 4. How much of any
religion’s teachings is based on objective data, and does that matter? 5.
Why has so much evil been committed in the name of religion? 6. Why
do religious tenets become imbedded in the human psyche as a priori
“truth”? 7. Does civilization require religion? 8. What is “spirituality”?
Harry T. Cook, a retired Episcopal minister, was the religion editor and
later a columnist for the Detroit Free Press in the 1980s and early ‘90s.
He is a scholar of religious texts, ideas, and history. His eighth book,
Long Live Salvation By Works: A Humanist Manifesto, was issued by
Polebridge Press/Westar Institute in January. He is at present working
on a monograph about Reinhold Niebuhr’s years in Detroit.
Two Sessions: Wed., Oct. 17, 24 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1151 PHILOSOPHICAL SYSTEMS
INSTRUCTOR: William Stine
These lectures will provide an overview of three patterns of
inference which reflect the methodology of three philosophical systems:
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Deduction/Rationalism, Induction/Classical Empiricism,
(inference to the best explanation) / Pragmatism.
Abduction
Please note: Class members will receive the required reading
materials by e-mail. Please bring them to the first class meeting.
William Stine, now retired, had been a full-time member of the
Philosophy Department at Wayne State University for 41 years. On
several occasions, he had served as Director of the College of Liberal
Arts’ Honor program. His interest in philosophy focuses on
epistemology. His favorite philosopher is Immanuel Kant.
Three Sessions: Wed., Oct. 17, 24, Nov. 7 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
S1152 AESTHETICS IN FEMINIST PERSPECTIVES
INSTRUCTOR: mark wenzel
It is widely acknowledged that encounters with the arts—reading,
looking, listening— offer rich and fulfilling experiences. But, how are
these experiences meaningful, and by what means do they provide us
with valuable, even profound, insights? Why, in fact, may they be
revelatory, and what can they teach us about ourselves?
In an attempt to clarify our thinking about such matters, personal
responses to art and the what of those experiences will be explored in the
light of a three-hundred year history and tradition of aesthetics. In
addition, questions posed by contemporary feminist philosophers will be
considered by examining the impact of gender on creativity as well as the
development and evolution of such central concepts as art, artist,
aesthetic experience, aesthetic value, and aesthetic judgment.
Given time and interest, issues that arise at the intersection of art and
ethics may be addressed.
WEEK 1: Why is an object or process called art? A brief history of
how ideas and experiences embodied in art and music may help
provide answers.
WEEK 2: What is aesthetic pleasure? Such matters as taste, beauty, and
judgment will be considered.
WEEK 3: Who is an amateur, and who is a professional? What
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differentiates one from the other? Why have there been so few great
women artists?
WEEK 4: What is taste, and how is it structured? Who defines it?
WEEK 5: Given current trends, what are the prospects for understanding
and appreciating the arts in the light of postmodernism, postcolonialism, and beyond?
mark wenzel, a philosopher and member of the part-time faculty at
Wayne State University, has taught aesthetics there and elsewhere since
2002. For the most part, his classes are taken by art students, and, on a
number of occasions, he has taught a course in feminist theory at the
Huron Valley Center in Ann Arbor. Since we all seek knowledge and
wisdom, he is convinced that everyone has a natural capacity for doing
philosophy.
Five Sessions: Mon., Oct. 8, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
POLITICS AND LAW
S1153 BLOOD AND MONEY: WHY FAMILIES FIGHT OVER
INHERITANCE AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT
INSTRUCTOR: P. Mark Accettura
Elder Law attorney and award-winning author, P. Mark Accettura,
discusses his most recent book about the reasons families fight over
inheritance. Five years in the making, the book combines psychology,
psychiatry, geriatrics, and law to show how inheritance conflict evolves
and the legal remedies to prevent and address inheritance disputes.
P. Mark Accettura, an elder law attorney with more than 30 years
experience, is a former cable television host, adjunct law professor, and
is the author of four books. Mark’s most recent book, Blood and Money:
Why Families Fight and What to Do About It, won runner-up at both
the London and Paris Book Festivals for best non-fiction book of 2011.
Single Session: Tues., Oct. 9 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
S1154
CONGRESSMAN HANSEN CLARKE PRESENTS A
FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
INSTRUCTOR: Hansen Clarke
Congressman Clarke will speak about what is happening in Congress at
present and the initiatives on which he is working. He will be happy to
answer questions from the audience.
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Congressman Hansen Clarke was elected to represent the 13th
Congressional District of the United States House of Representatives in
November, 2010. The district covers the east side of Detroit, Harper
Woods, all the Grosse Pointes, Ecorse, Lincoln Park, River Rouge, and
Wyandotte. Congressman Clarke serves on the House Committee on
Homeland Security and the House Committee on Science, Space, and
Technology, and as the Vice-President of the Democratic Freshman
Class. He also is a member of the Congressional Black Caucus and the
Congressional Asian-Pacific-American Caucus.
Mr. Clarke was elected three times to the Michigan House of
Representatives and twice to the Michigan Senate. Born and raised in
the 13th Congressional District, Congressman Hansen Clarke spent most
of his life on the lower east side of Detroit. As the son of an AfricanAmerican mother and an Indian father, he was exposed to diverse
experiences and ways of thinking. His mother was a school crossing
guard, and his father was a UAW member who worked in the Ford
foundry.
Mr. Clarke graduated from Cornell University and obtained a law
degree from Georgetown Law School. He is married to Choi PalmsCohen.
Single Session: Wed., Nov. 7 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1155 CRIME- SCENE INVESTIGATION IN CONTEMPORARY
SOCIETY
INSTRUCTOR: Peter D. Frade
All crime scenes allow only a fractional assessment of the details of
events preceding discovery. It is the role of the effective crime scene
investigator to access details that are both present and hidden. Organized
strategic thought development is a prerequisite to finalizing outcomes
necessary for court delivery. In this lecture, the attendee will interact in
the stepwise development of crime-scene assessment of actual cases and
in the development of effective forensic logic models.
Peter D. Frade, Ph.D. is Chair and Associate Professor Director,
Pathologists' Assistant Department of Fundamental and Applied
Sciences, Adjunct Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical
Sciences, Wayne State University.
Single Session: Wed., Nov. 14
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
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S1156 MILITIAS, SURVIVALISTS, AND PREPPERS:
PREPARING FOR ARMAGEDDON
INSTRUCTOR: Jack Kay
On March 27, 2012, U.S. Federal District Court Judge Victoria Roberts
dismissed seditious conspiracy charges against members of the Michiganbased Hutaree militia, a day after U.S. prosecutors rested their case and
four of the defendants had been incarcerated for nearly two years. The
defense argued that the group's leader was preparing for Armageddon, not
to overthrow the federal government. This class will focus on the growing
number of citizen militias, survivalists, and preppers, seeking to
understand the movement and assess potential dangers.
Jack Kay, Ph.D., is Professor of Communication at Eastern Michigan
University and has held administrative and professorial appointments at
Eastern Michigan University, the University of Michigan-Flint, Wayne
State University, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Kay's specialty
is the power of language, focusing on the communication strategies of
such groups as the Aryan Nations, Neo-Nazi Skinheads, and militias. He
is a national expert on extremist groups and attended most of the
Hutaree militia trial.
Single Session: Wed., Nov. 7 10:00 a.m. - Noon
S1157 THE NATIONAL ELECTION: WHO WILL WIN -- AND
WHAT WILL IT MEAN?
INSTRUCTOR: Jack Lessenberry
Wayne State University Professor and Michigan Radio's senior political
analyst has covered many political campaigns. This time, he looks at
how the presidential election is shaping up twenty-two days before
America votes and what factors could still sway it one way or another.
He also talks about which party is likely to win the House and the
Senate. Closer to home – is U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow in trouble? Will
any seats in Congress change hands? And what will this election mean
to Michigan's future economic prosperity?
Jack Lessenberry, Lecturer in Journalism at WSU, was a former foreign
correspondent and Executive National Editor of The Detroit News. The
Metropolitan Detroit Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists
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named him Journalist of The Year 2002. He is also Senior Political
Analyst for Michigan Radio.
Note: This class will be held at Temple Israel
5725 Walnut Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48323
You must be registered to attend. No guest passes will be issued.
Single Session: Mon., Oct. 15 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
S1158 THE DIRTY DOZEN
INSTRUCTOR: Allen Lippitt
This lecture will examine the twelve U.S. Supreme Court decisions that
radically expanded government and eroded personal freedoms. Mr.
Lippitt will discuss each of these cases and offer his interpretation of
how we have been positively or negatively affected by the Court’s
decisions.
Allen Lippitt is a former Assistant Attorney General and a retired
attorney. He has been a course instructor at Oakland University and
OCC and is a frequent lecturer for SOAR and ALI.
Single Session: Tues., Nov. 13 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1159 CIVIL JURY TRIALS: WHAT A JURY IS NOT TOLD
INSTRUCTOR: Mort Schneider
The class will discuss the law and basic principles that apply to civil jury
trials, including jury selection, trial evidence, opening statements, final
arguments, and judge’s instructions to the jury.
Morton Schneider graduated from Wayne State Law School in 1961 and
has practiced since then as a trial attorney throughout Michigan. He is
a former president of the Michigan Trial Lawyers and a member of the
American Board of Trial Advocates, which is comprised of both plaintiff
and defense attorneys. He has also been a board member of the
Negligence Section for the State Bar of Michigan.
Single Session: Wed., Oct. 10 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
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S1160 WHAT HATH THE SUPREME COURT WROUGHT?
INSTRUCTOR: Robert A. Sedler
Robert Sedler will discuss the major decisions of the Supreme Court
during the recently concluded 2011 Term, including the Affordable
Health Care Act and the Arizona Immigration Law case.
Robert A. Sedler is Distinguished Professor of Law at WSU, where he
teaches the courses in Constitutional Law and Conflict of Laws.
Professor Sedler has been at WSU since 1977 and is a frequent SOAR
lecturer. He has both a B.A. and a J.D. degree from the University of
Pittsburgh.
Single Session: Mon., Oct. 22 10:00 a.m. - Noon
PSYCHOLOGY
S1161
CONTEMPLATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY: WHAT THE
BUDDHA TAUGHT AND HOW IT CAN IMPROVE YOUR LIFE
INSTRUCTOR: Michael F. Abramsky
This lecture looks at Buddhism as a modern psychology that entails both
a model of the mind and techniques for altering mental functioning.
We will explore the map of the mind entailed in the Buddhist wheel
of life, and we will see how techniques - meditation, emptiness, holding
emotions, total awareness – enable us to alter that map, thereby
enhancing compassion, equanimity, and recognition of one's life purpose.
Michael F. Abramsky, Ph.D., ABPP, licensed clinical psychologist, holds
national board certifications in both clinical and forensic psychology. He
is also currently a master's candidate in religious studies at the
University of Detroit. Dr. Abramsky was trained in psychoanalysis but
currently practices contemplative psychotherapy, which synthesizes both
Western and Eastern techniques for inducing psychological changes. He
is a part-time professor and has authored over 20 articles.
Single Session: Mon., Nov. 12 10:00 a.m. – Noon
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S1162
HOW TO SAY “NO” WITHOUT FEELING GUILTY LEARNING TO BE MORE ASSERTIVE
INSTRUCTOR: Mel Chudnof
In this class, students will learn effective ways to express important
feelings, needs, wants, and opinions without being aggressive,
manipulative, or passive. Assertiveness increases confidence because it
uses a direct and straightforward approach, while maintaining an
equal respect for oneself and for the other. Learn to use a style of
communication which improves the odds that someone else will
hear you, helps you deal with criticism, and improves the quality of
your relationships.
Mel Chudnof, Ph.D., retired after 43 years as a Professor of Psychology
and Social Work. During his career, he also maintained a private
practice as a therapist, and consulted with businesses and community
agencies. He is an avid world traveler and a proud father and
grandfather.
Two Sessions: Thurs., Nov. 8, 15 10:00 a.m. – Noon
Limit 50
S1163
WHY WE OFTEN VISIT THE QUESTION "WHAT IS
THE MEANING OF MY LIFE?"
INSTRUCTOR: Elana Goell-Varkovitsky
This question seems to surface especially in the third part of
life. Our unconscious periodically does "life review." What is the
importance of this fleeting inquiry? Why is it surfacing now? Why is it
wise to address it?
Elana Goell-Varkovitzky, Ph.D. (B.A. Hebrew University - Jerusalem,
Israel; Ph.D. - University of Michigan, Ann Arbor), has been a clinical
psychologist in private practice in Franklin for the past 30 years. In
addition to a general practice treating depression, anxiety, and
personality disorders, Dr. Goell specializes in meaning-centered
therapy, and the neurobiological use of EMDR, which facilitates fast
resolution of grief and trauma. Dr. Goell lectures extensively in the
U.S. and Israel in her areas of specialty.
Single Session: Mon., Nov. 12 10:00 a.m. - Noon
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S1164 THE ANATOMY OF AN EFFECTIVE TEAM
INSTRUCTOR: Diane Henderson
Being able to work effectively in a team is essential in so many places.
This class will allow you to identify the five stages of team development,
describe the five essential roles needed for a highly functional team, and
develop strategies that will help you work on a team in ways that balance
the different strengths of each team member.
Diane Henderson retired after a 40-year career in educational program
development and management and training. During her career, she
worked for Cornell University, Michigan State University, Wichita State
University, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the
University of Kansas School of Medicine at Wichita, Western Michigan
University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and the
University of Cincinnati. She now lives and plays in Canton.
Single Session: Tues., Nov. 6 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Limit 50
S1165 DIFFERENT = DIFFERENT; DIFFERENT  WRONG
INSTRUCTOR: Diane Henderson
We all know that different people respond to the same situation in
different ways. How do you predict how others will respond? How can
you shape your own behavior to adapt to other people and changing
situations? This class will use the Personal Profile System (often referred
to as the “DISC”) to identify ways that people differ and look at
strategies for using those differences in building strong and effective
relationships.
Diane Henderson retired after a 40-year career in educational program
development and management and training. During her career, she
worked for Cornell University, Michigan State University, Wichita State
University, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the
University of Kansas School of Medicine at Wichita, Western Michigan
University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and the
University of Cincinnati. She now lives and plays in Canton.
Single Session: Mon., Oct. 29 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
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Limit: 50
S1166 POWER AND SMALL GROUPS
INSTRUCTOR: Diane Henderson
In small groups, people attempt to influence each other and exercise
power. Power is always part of small-group dynamics, and no single
group member "owns" all of the power in a group. You can learn to
assess the nature of power and to analyze different contenders in the
power struggles around you.
Diane Henderson retired after a 40-year career in educational program
development and management and training. During her career, she
worked for Cornell University, Michigan State University, Wichita State
University, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the
University of Kansas School of Medicine at Wichita, Western Michigan
University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and the
University of Cincinnati. She now lives and plays in Canton.
Single Session: Tues., Nov. 13 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Limit 50
S1167 DISCOVERING YOUR INNER CHILD: THE ROAD TO
HAPPINESS
INSTRUCTOR: Bruce Klein
According to some psychologists, “All of us have two distinct aspects of
our personality: the adult and the child.” When the relationship between
each is in conflict, there is the potential for dysfunctional (neurotic)
behavior. This dysfunctional behavior may lead to emptiness and a sense
of aloneness. This lecture will offer participants the opportunity to
explore the adult and the child relationship.
For most of his adult life, Bruce Klein has taught communications and
psychology at a community college. For the past ten years, he has been
a practicing psychoanalytic psychotherapist. Most of his clinical work
focuses on adult clients re-experiencing childhood trauma.
Single Session: Wed., Oct. 10 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1168
HOW TO CHANGE COGNITIVE DISTORTIONS
(THINKING ERRORS)
INSTRUCTOR: Gail Palmer
In this class, students will learn effective ways to change negative
thinking patterns and discover how these thinking patterns affect
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relationships and the choices people make. Students will learn what
cognitive distortions are and how to change them, using the triple
column technique.
Gail Palmer, LMSW, is currently the coordinator of the Mental
Health/Social Work Program at Oakland Community College. She has
been a professor at OCC since 1985. When not teaching, Gail enjoys
going to Idaho to visit her grandchildren, hiking, and camping in the
mountains.
Single Session: Mon., Oct. 8 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Limit 25
SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY
S1169 THE AUTO SUN IS RISING
INSTRUCTOR: David E. Cole
David Cole will speak about the future direction of the global auto
industry. It is coming back strong, but there are a number of issues that
could hamper the comeback, including lack of appropriately educated
talent, specialized equipment, supplier capacity (tooling, materials,
components, and more), regulations, natural events, and global political
turmoil. He will also address issues like the importance of
manufacturing, technical trends, economic impact, the new business
model, and population trends as the industry recovers from what has
been an auto depression rather than a recession.
David E. Cole is the Chairman Emeritus of the Center for Automotive
Research (CAR) in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and Chairman of Auto
Harvest, a new organization being developed to facilitate the flow of
intellectual property in and out of the auto industry. He was formerly
Director of the Office for the Study of Automotive Transportation (OSAT)
at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute and an
engineering professor at the University of Michigan.
Dr. Cole's recent research has focused on strategic issues related to the
restructuring of the North American industry and trends in globalization,
technology, market factors, and human resource requirements.
He is active in SAE, including serving two terms on the Board of
Directors. In February 1986, he was named a fellow of SAE. He is also
active in the Engineering Society of Detroit and was elected to
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fellow status in 1990.
In 2000, he received the Engineering
Society’s highest award, the Horace H. Rackham medal. He is also
a member of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers and was elected
to fellow grade in 2009.
Dr. Cole received his B.S.M.E. and Mathematics, M.S.M.E. and Ph.D.
from the University of Michigan and recently received an honorary
doctorate from Cleary University.
Single Session: Wed., Nov. 7 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
S1170 FORD’S MARITIME INVOLVEMENT IN IRON, STEEL,
AND THE AUTOMOBILE
INSTRUCTOR: Robert Kreipke
Throughout Ford Motor Company’s history, the Great Lakes and the
oceans have played an important role in the transporting of raw materials
for the manufacture of automobiles. This course looks at Ford’s
maritime involvement in the automobile industry.
Robert C. Kreipke is Ford Motor Company's Corporate Historian. He
serves as Vice Chairman of the Motor Cities National Heritage Area. He
has authored two books, Ford Motor Company the First 100 Years and
also The Model T. He is the 2010 recipient of the Strathmore's
Who's Who award.
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Single Session: Wed., Oct. 17 10:00 a.m. – Noon
S1171 STEM CELLS 101: THE LATEST SCIENCE, POLICY,
AND PROGRESS
INSTRUCTOR: Jack T. Mosher
Stem cells can be defined as unspecialized cells that have the
potential to become specialized cell types, such as blood cells, heart
cells, or brain cells, to name a few. This unique aspect of stem
cells makes them scientifically useful to help understand the
development of complex tissues and gives them the potential to
transform our ability to understand and treat injuries and diseases
for which treatments and cures are lacking. This presentation
will discuss the science and latest progress in the study and therapeutic
potential of adult, embryonic, and induced pluripotent (IPS) stem cells
and briefly explore the current policies regarding their use.
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Jack T. Mosher, Ph.D., is currently an Assistant Research Scientist in the
Department of Pediatrics and Communicable Disease at the University
of Michigan, where he investigates how stem cells contribute to the
development and disease of the nervous system. He received his
Bachelor of Science degree from Allegheny College, a Master of Arts
from the University of Hartford, and a Ph.D. in neurobiology from the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In addition to his research,
Dr. Mosher has been active in educational outreach activities involving
stem cell research.
Single Session: Wed., Nov. 14 10:00 a.m. - Noon
SOCIOLOGY
S1172
DIVERSE CULTURAL GROUPS AMONG IRAQI
IMMIGRANTS TO THE UNITED STATES
INSTRUCTOR: Mary Cay Sengstock
Americans tend to view immigrants from a specific nation as a unified
group. In many instances, this is not the case. We will examine the
diverse religious and cultural groups which make up the broad category
of immigrants from Iraq.
Dr. Mary Kay Sengstock is Professor of Sociology at Wayne State
University. She has written three books on one group of Iraqi
immigrants, the Chaldeans. She also does research on gerontology,
family violence, and cultural diversity.
Single Session: Thurs., Oct. 25 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
TRAVEL AND CULTURE
S1173 TURKEY: CROSSROADS OF THE WORLD
INSTRUCTORS: Jim and Py Wolfe
Join Jim and Py Wolfe for a tour of mysterious Istanbul – its mosques
(Blue Mosque), its museums (Hagia Sofia and Topkapi, with its harem),
and its hotels (The Pera Palace, where Agatha Christie wrote Murder on
the Orient Express). Visit the Greek and Roman ruins
of Ephesus, Perge, and Aspendos. Sail the Aegean and
Mediterranean coasts in a "gulet," a two-masted schooner. And take
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a balloon ride over the "fairy chimneys" of Cappadocia. You will find
history and mystery at the juncture of so many cultures and religions.
Jim and Py have given nine presentations to SOAR on China, Mongolia,
Tibet, Peru, Galapagos Islands, Lapland, and Antarctica. Both Wolfes
are retired teachers and administrators. They have taught six times in
China, and they study world trade routes and human migration.
Single Session: Thurs., Nov. 1 10:00 a.m. - Noon
SOAR POLICIES
Class-Size Policy:
Class size is determined by several factors: the availability of needed
rooms and class-size limits set by the individual instructor. Therefore,
the Board of Directors has adopted the following policies:
Attendance Policy:
1. Attendance in any course that is “closed” (maximum student limit has
been reached by registration count) is limited to those who are formally
enrolled. Should seats be available, SOAR members in good standing,
who are not registered for the course, may be admitted on a first-come,
first-served, basis after all formally enrolled students have been seated.
The class attendance taker will determine the number of available seats.
2. Attendance in any course that is “open” (meaning there are still seats
available by registration count) is open to SOAR members, even if they
are not registered for the course. Members may be admitted on a firstcome, first-served basis after all formally enrolled students have been
seated. The class attendance taker will determine the number of available
seats.
3. Members may not “give” their seats to other SOAR members, guests,
or spouses.
4. Members are not allowed to bring extra chairs into a classroom.
Regulations specified by the Fire Marshal and policies governing WSU’s
Oakland Center prohibit such actions.
5. Please attend the classes in which you are enrolled. If you cannot
attend, a phone call or e-mail to the SOAR office will allow another
member to attend the class. soarcontact@gmail.com or (248)489-0005
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Guest Policy:
1. A guest may only attend one class per term. Members must present
a “guest pass” to the class attendance taker and attend the class with their
guest.
2. Pursuant to the SOAR Attendance Policy, guests may attend “open”
classes on an available seating basis and under the direction of the class
attendance taker. A phone call or e-mail to the SOAR office will help
ascertain if seats are available.
3. Members in good standing will always have priority seating
over guests.
Refund Policy: Before you register, please be aware that a refund
request by a member will not automatically be granted.
1. No refunds will be approved after the first week of class.
2. A request for refund prior to the first week of class may be
subject to a processing fee of 20% or denied, based on the
circumstances of the request.
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SOAR OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Sharon O’Brien
Susan Wartell
Barry Safir
Eugene Kerwin
Ilene Mathis
Chair
Vice Chair
Treasurer
Recording Secretary
Corresponding Secretary
Elected Members-at-Large
Al Darold
Dan Harmon
Martin Herman
Peggi Tabor
Long-Range Planning Chair
Marketing Committee Chair
Appointed Members-at-Large
Stanley Beattie
Michael Beltzman
Robert Carrico
Fran Lewis
Fred Marblestone
Barbara Megerian
Judith Orbach
Barbara Portnoy
Barbara Sachse
Saul Saulson
Sabra Shekter
Field Trip Co-Chair
Mailing Chair
Curriculum Co-Chair
Curriculum Co-Chair
Field Trip Co-Chair
Ralph Stromberg
Madhura Marathe
Jennifer Norber
Executive Director
Co-Program Manager
Co-Program Manager
Nevein Michail
WSU Liaison
All of the above may be reached by calling the SOAR office at
(248) 489-0005 or via e-mail at soarcontact@gmail.com
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