SYRCE 2016-17 Fall Semester
Voices From the 70’s
Dear Applicant,
Thank you for volunteering your participation in SYRCE as a guest speaker for the Fall
2016 Lecture Series and sharing some of your experience of the 70’s with our
sophomores. To be considered, please complete the questionnaire below and return to
Christine Renaudin (renaudin@sonoma.edu) by June 1st.
1- Topic
We are looking for engaging personal narratives on any aspect of the 70s as you have
lived them. Please take a few moments to describe, in a short abstract (200 words
maximum), the topic(s) you wish to address during your 20 minutes of speaking time. As
you reflect on what, of your experience of the 70s, you would like to share with our
sophomores, ask yourself what you would like them to take away from your sharing.
What in your narrative is enlightening about the 70s, and how can this knowledge make a
difference in students’ lives and understanding of their world?
2- Delivery
Although audio or visual aids are not required, it would be helpful to know in advance
whether or not you plan to use any. Please indicate below the style of delivery you intend
to adopt.
_____ I will need projection capability for audio-visual support
(If you opt for this choice, please be prepared to bring a USB key for use with the on-site
laptop.)
_____ I will not need any technical support other than a microphone
_____ I will need __________________________________________________
(Please list any other support you may need, for example, a piano, a table, etc.
3- Biography
Please include a brief biography (200 words maximum), including your name and the
way you wish to be introduced the day of your contribution.
Thank you for your willingness to share some of your experience with our Second Year
Research & Creative Experience! Your personal narrative will add considerable value to
our multi-disciplinary approach of the period studied by offering our students a chorus of
genuine voices from the 70’s.
We look forward to hearing from you, and to have the selection process completed by
July 1st.
With our best regards,
Carin Jacobs and
OLLI Director
Christine Renaudin
SYRCE Coordinator