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SPRING TERM DATES: MAR. 27—MAY 15
Class Time - 3:00 — 4:00 P.M.
SPRING 2015
AMERICA IN SONG: INTRODUCTION TO JAZZ HISTORY
INSTRUCTOR KEVIN LEE
HUMB
COORDINATOR: HAL ALEXANDER
This course will be a broad overview of jazz history, from the elements that led to its founding in the
last century to its current status in the American musical realm. The goals of the class are to give
students an appreciation of jazz and the way it has reflected the American nation, and the society
that gave birth to it. It will enhance their understanding of various styles and artists from the genre’s
history. Each class will feature a discussion of these elements, along with examples of the music,
some live and some recorded.
Odyssey USA is a learning in retirement program sponsored by the University of South Alabama
Board of Directors
President
Ron Feuerlein
Vice President
Jean Golden
Treasurer
Mary Frances Hallet
VERTICAL: PREVENTING FALLS
INSTRUCTORS – VARIOUS
HUMB
March 27 – Kathy Summers, Looking at Falls
Secretary
Carolyn Casteel
COORDINATOR:
April 3 – Jeff Farrow, Fall Hazards
April 10 – Robin Clenney, Moving Safely and Assistive Devices
April 17 – Patricia Hall, Vision and Safety
April 24 – Elizabeth Skipper, Medication Management
May 1 – Kathy Summers, Review of previous weeks
May 8 and 15 – To be announced in class.
Directors
Naomi Turner
Margaret Gordon
Fay Gold
A History of Odyssey
Once upon a time, somewhere in the last century, Carolyn Dunnam
had a dream to supply local people an opportunity to enjoy Elderhostel
- type programs. Some felt they could not take a week to go elsewhere
to study, learn, and enjoy subjects perhaps passed over in earlier years.
So she called a group together to see what we thought. Could we
fund an organization, map out a program, find teachers and leaders, a
place to meet, and keep up interest year round?
The result was an affiliation with USA through the School of Continuing
Education, of which Dr. Ed Bunnell was Dean. No tax dollars were to support
us and although USA Faculty and staff selflessly gave of their time, our dues
had to support us. Our membership had to supply direction and management.
Elderhostel guided us into a "Learning in Retirement" organization managed by
our own Board of Directors under our own by-laws.
Our Organization has been in continuous operation since 1992, with an
average membership of 180. (1)
Membership
Michael and Lady Lester
Curriculum
Ron Walker/Hal Alexander
Publicity
Jim Cherry
Log Editor
Kay Cherry
MEMOIRES
INSTRUCTORS – VARIOUS
HUMB
COORDINATOR: RON WALKER
Steve Trout and Frye Gaillard will discuss memoir from the perspective of Frye’s new book
(concerning the Civil War). Sue Walker and Linda Busby Parker will discuss the literature and practi-
Social
Donnie Barnett
Telephone
Jane Harding
cal aspects of memoir writing.
THE FOUNDERS OF ODYSSEY AT THE 10 TH ANNIVERSARY
Field Trips
Mobile Harbor Tour – March 19th, $15, space is limited so call soon.
History Museum of Mobile, Ark of India Tour – April 8th, $10 for lunch.
Call Alma at 409-9930 to reserve a spot on the Harbor tour or History tour.
Dr. James Connors
Interim Dean
School of
Continuing Education
Dr. Josh Duplantis,
Director
Center for Continuing
Education and Conference
Services
From left,
front row, are Sarah Kretzer, Mary Abbie Berg, Tina McHugh, Jean Shufro,
Muriel Cherney, Versla Long and Daisey Keeton; back row, are Dr. Ed Bunnell,
Rose Schwartz, Iva Johnson, Nell Williams and Carolyn Dunnam.
(1) edited from an article by Daisey Keeton
The University of South Alabama does not discriminate in its student and employment
practices in violation of any applicable laws. The University of South Alabama is an Equal
Opportunity/Equal Access educational institution.
SPRING 2015
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SPRING TERM DATES: MAR 27—MAY 15
EMAIL LOG?
Corner
Butterscotch Oatmeal
Cookies
Yield: about 4 dozen cookies
Serving size: 1 cookie
Ingredients
 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
 1 teaspoon baking soda
 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
 1/2 teaspoon salt
 1 cup (2 sticks) butter or margarine,
softened
 1/3 cup Splenda Sugar Blend for Baking
 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
 2 large eggs
 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or grated peel
of 1 orange
 3 cups quick or old-fashioned oats
 1 2/3 cups (11-ounce package)
Nestle Toll House Butterscotch
Flavored Morsels
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 375F.
If you would like to receive the log by email
only, please send your request to
aplatt@southalabama.edu.
Notice
Your membership fee is for consecutive
months. We cannot roll-over for months
missed.
Your Odyssey board has decided there will
no longer be a $10 reinstatement fee.
Food IS NOT ALLOWED in any room except
the one designated for coffee break.
C L A S S T I M E - 1 : 3 0 — 2 : 3 0 P. M .
ART APPRECIATION
INSTRUCTOR — GAIL MCCAIN
HUMB
COORDINATOR: HAL ALEXANDER
March 27 - Various approaches to works of art (example: formal, subject matter, social context, etc.)
April 3 - Purposes of art and basic vocabulary
April 10 - The visual elements
April 17 - Principles of design and composition
April 24 – Two-dimensional media
May 1 – Three-dimensional media
May 8 – Iconography
2. Combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in
small bowl. Beat butter, sugar blend, brown sugar, eggs
and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl. Gradually beat in
flour mixture. Stir in oats and morsels. Drop by rounded
tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets.
3. Bake 7 to 8 minutes for chewy cookies, 9 to 10
minutes for crisp cookies. Cool on baking sheets 2
minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.
Register for Spring Classes
Name: ____________________________________________ Phone: _______________________
Email address: ___________________________________________________
1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Session
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3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Session
May 15– Discussion
LOCAL THEATER SCENE
INSTRUCTORS – VARIOUS
HUMB
COORDINATOR: SANDY DECORD
Explore the rich and varied tapestry of local theaters, from college and community, and learn
about their past, present, and future. How do they transition through various leadership styles
and goals? How do they get the community involved? What role do volunteers play in their
success? What are the current season's offerings? Learn how Dramatic Arts courses expand a
person's knowledge of the community and the world. Meet local directors, technicians, and
playwrights.
MOBILE SERVICES PROGRAM
INSTRUCTORS – VARIOUS
HUMB
COORDINATOR: JEAN GOLDEN
March 27 – Judge Edmund Naman, Juvenile Crime
Art Appreciation
Local Theater Scene
Mobile Services Program
To register: By phone - 405-9930
or e-mail Alma Platt at aplatt@southalabama.edu
American in Song/Jazz History
Classicism
ThePreventing
Poem
Falls
Around
the World
Memoirs
by mail - Odyssey USA,
1504 Springhill Ave. Suite 2515,
Mobile, AL 36604
April 3 – Eric Jefferson, The Homeless Coalition
April 10 – David Reaney, Bay Area Food Bank
April 17 – Paula Loper, Child Advocacy Center
April 24 – Mary Zoghby, Boys and Girls Club
May 1 – Virginia Guy, Drug Education Council
May 8 – Jessica McDonald – Penelope House
May 15 – Jeff Zoghby, MARC