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OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTEAT T H E U N I V E R S I T Y O F S O U T H E R N M A I N ECourse CatalogSUMMER SESSION 2022J U N E 2 1 – J U LY 2 8
GROWINGis the result ofLEARNING.MALCOLM X
DIRECTOR’S MESSAGEWe are thankful for our manytalented board members,volunteers, and staff who makeOLLI programming possible.Make time for OLLI inyour summer scheduleSTAFFFrom music to history, literature, andDonna Anderson, Director207-228-8181donna.anderson@maine.eduRob Hyssong,OLLI Program an Saul,Administrative Specialist 3207-228-8482megan.saul@maine.eduAnne Cardale, Program Director,Maine Senior College Network207-780-4128acardale@maine.eduADVISORY BOARD(2021-22)Susan Jennings, ChairPeter Curry, Vice-ChairPaula Johnson, SecretaryMembership & AdministrationAnne Cass, Co-ChairKaren Day, Co-Chairscience, we hope you will find something funand energizing to experience this summer.We all know that summer is THE time to be in Maine whenwe have more sunshine, warmer weather, and many options for “playtime.”But you may also choose to integrate some learning into your summerschedule. We are offering classes and workshops both remotely and inperson at the Wishcamper Center.Among the offerings, this summer, are popular repeat courses and somenew classes:Richard Fortier will address The Science of Evolution (page 20) and StevenPiker will take us through the American Indian Renaissance (page 15).Chris Queally will focus on Shakespeare’s Merchant of Venice (page 17),and you can be inspired by attending Buck Benedict’s The Sixties throughthe Great Speeches of the Sixties (page 16).Take a mental staycation by joining Anne Cass’s workshop From BeachReads to Bodice Rippers: the Romance Genre (page 17).We hope you will carve out a placefor OLLI this summer.Sincerely,External RelationsPamela Delphenich, Co-Chair4 About us6 What to expectStar Pelsue, ChairTeaching & LearningIN THIS ISSUEDonna AndersonDirector9 Important dates10 Schedule-at-a-glanceEileen Griffin, Co-Chair12 Instructor indexSocial Relations14 Courses & workshopsElizabeth Housewright, Co-ChairGael McKibben, Co-ChairSAGE Programming24 Special Interest Groups26 RegistrationStar Pelsue, ChairBoard MembersLynn BailetsBob GreeneGeorgia KochDavid MortonSteve PikerJohn RoedigerREGISTER ONLINE AT USM.MAINE.EDU/OLLI3
ABOUT USMISSIONOLLI at USM is committed to providing,for its members, a wide variety ofstimulating courses, lectures, workshops, and complementary activitiesin a creative and inclusive learningcommunity.VISIONOLLI will be driven by the creative andinnovative spirit of its founding mission,will maintain its strong sense ofcommunity and inclusiveness, expandits abundant opportunities for membersto exchange ideas and experiences,and maintain a standard of excellence.Learning for the love of it!If you are 50 or older, with a curious mind and an interest inlearning just for the joy of it, we invite you to join 1,350-pluslike-minded learners who are members of the Osher LifelongLearning Institute (OLLI).CORE ORGANIZATIONAL VALUESThese are the fundamental beliefs of OLLIat USM that guide our planning anddecision-making. These core valuessupport our vision, shape our culture,and reflect what we value.Joy of Learning. We believe thatOLLI is located on the Portland campus of the University of SouthernMaine and is committed to providing its members with a wide variety ofstimulating courses, lectures, workshops, and complementary activitiesin a creative and inclusive learning community.As an OLLI at USM member, you’ll choose from an extensive array ofpeer-taught courses in the liberal arts and sciences. There are no entrancerequirements, grades, or tests. Your experience and love of learning arewhat count. Some OLLI at USM classes involve homework — usuallyreading or honing skills taught in class. Assignments are not mandatorybut can enhance your learning experience.OLLI at USM is one of 16 active Senior Colleges throughout Maine andparticipates in the Maine Senior College Network (maineseniorcollege.org).The National Resource Center for all Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes(osher.net) is located at Northwestern University in Chicago. Currently,there are 125 OLLIs throughout the country.continuing to grow and learn new thingsis a deeply fulfilling lifelong priority.Community. We recognize the importance of interaction with other membersto share knowledge and experiences,to expand our perspectives, and to makenew friends, in an atmosphere ofinclusiveness, respect, and openness.Accessibility. We strive to make classes,lectures, workshops, seminars, andactivities affordable and accessible forall members.Excellence. We strive for excellence bycommitting our intelligence, creativityand energy to achieving quality in ourcurriculum, faculty, facilities, operations,and relationships within our community.Volunteerism. We recognize the crucialOLLI: BY THE NUMBERS125OLLI BRANCHESIN THE US41,350 OLLI ACTIVE STUDENTS(2021-22)importance of volunteers to the success16ACTIVE MAINESENIOR COLLEGESOSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE SUMMER 2022154OLLI VOLUNTEERS(2020-21)of our programs.
ABOUT USJoin usThere are several ways to join theOLLI community of lifelong learners.Become a memberOLLI at USM is an autonomous, self-governingorganization supported through an annualmembership fee of 25. The membership fee coversthe fiscal year from July 1 – June 30. Our monthlyonline newsletter and Facebook page outlineupcoming programs and events open to you.Member benefits include: Access to sign up for OLLI courses andworkshops online. Access to OLLI Special Interest Groups (SIGs)at no additional cost. See page 24 for the listof current SIGs. Access to some OLLI Special Events at noadditional cost, including topical pop-updiscussions, game nights, and more. Access to courses at the 16 active Mainesenior colleges throughout the state. VisitMaineSeniorCollege.org for more information.Apply for a scholarshipFull and partial scholarships are available through asimple, friendly, confidential process. Scholarshipsare limited to 50 per person per session, applicableto one course, the SAGE program, or workshops.Scholarships do not apply to OLLI at USM membership, trips, or special events.Scholarship applications can be completed online orMEMBER SPOTLIGHTRichard “Red”& Louise SullivanC APE ELIZ ABETH, M AINEWhat is your experience with OLLI? We joined OLLI fiveyears ago, lured in by Walter Allan’s genetics class and thelate Betsy Wiley’s 21st Century Novels class. Both werewonderful introductions to the quality and scope of OLLIofferings. During the darkest days of COVID, OLLI classeskept us engaged and sane. We’ve enjoyed meeting ourclassmates on ZOOM and are happy to have taken a fewclasses in person this spring.Is there a favorite class you have taken? Thinking back,we find that it’s difficult to choose favorite classes. BetsyWiley taught us how to read with our hearts as well asour heads and to have the joy of unlocking a book withreaders who had been with her for many years. These daysLouise is thinking about Susan Welch’s class, Why Do MostRussians Like Putin? on a daily basis while Red’s favoritesare Walt Allan’s history of science classes, especially Thedownloaded from the OLLI website: usm.maine.edu/Making of the Atomic Bomb.olli/olli-scholarships. The form must be completed,What do you enjoy most about OLLI? We have made newsigned (if downloaded), and submitted with each ofyour course registration forms.Please note: It is not possible to register for courses onlinewith a scholarship. Please email your registration form andscholarship request to OLLI at our general email address:olliatusm@maine.edu before registration day to ensuretimely enrollment in your class. Scholarships, gift certificates, free memberships, or other waivers will be acceptedafter online registration opens. However, classes andworkshops may be filled, so please turn them in as soon aspossible. If you have any questions, please email olliatusm@friends, learned so much, and become curious abouteven more. By volunteering to lend a hand on committeesand helping to facilitate a class, we’ve learned a littleabout OLLI’s inner workings and the dedicated staff,faculty, and board. Many, many thanks from us Sullivansto OLLI at USM.“We have made new friends, learned so much,and become curious about even more.”THE SULLIVANS, OLLI MEMBERS SINCE 2010maine.edu, and we will contact you as soon as we can.REGISTER ONLINE AT USM.MAINE.EDU/OLLI5
GENERAL INFORMATIONWhat to expectWe cannot describe all you will experience at OLLI in just a few paragraphs.Still, this page contains important information for OLLI Students from registrationto student conduct. So make sure to read carefully!LOCATIONSA NOTE ABOUT COVID-19 PRECAUTIONSCourses and workshops will be heldThe University of Southern Maine requires full COVID vaccinations for participationboth remotely and in-person:in face-to-face learning experiences. This summer you will be required to showRemote on Mondays, Tuesdays,proof of vaccination at your first OLLI class or workshop.and Thursdays. Most classes will beIn addition, all OLLI members must respect current USM mandates, including thetaught online via distance learning,requirement for face masks at all times indoors and during face-to-face classes,workshops, and lectures.using Zoom, unless otherwise noted.Not familiar with Zoom? We will offertraining sessions for all participantswho want or need it. Watch your emailBOOKS & MATERIALSSESSION SCHEDULEAcquiring books and materials is theSummer classes are held once a week,student’s responsibility. Books andremotely on Zoom Mondays andmaterials will be listed in each classThursdays and in-person on Tuesdaydescription as:afternoons and Wednesdays. The term Required: the class (i.e., a literaturecourse) cannot function withoutthe book. Suggested: it would enhance theclass but is not necessary. If no books or materials are listedin a course description, none areneeded.Students can purchase books atUSM’s University Store, which is openfrom 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. You mayvisit in person or call 207-780-4070.The University Store is located at218 Abromson Hall — the buildingattached to the parking garage.Students also are welcome toprocure books from other sources,including online vendors, locallibraries, and friends.runs for six weeks, from June 21 –July 28, unless otherwise noted inthe course description.Morning classes run from 9:30 –11:30 a.m.; afternoon classes run from12:45 – 2:45 p.m. (see page 10). Anyexceptions to usual times are noted.In-person on Tuesdays andWednesdays. Courses and workshopsmay take place in the WishcamperCenter. We will notify you in advanceof the class about the exact location.PARKINGParking in the USM garage attachedto the Abramson Center will be freeto OLLI members during the Summer2022 session. You do not need toThere also are summer workshopspurchase a parking pass. See page 8on Tuesday mornings both remote onfor details.Zoom and in-person (see page 11).TUITIONNEWS & UPDATESFor news and updates on OLLITuition is 50 per course for regularactivities, read your OLLI Newsletter,OLLI at USM courses. Workshopsgo to the OLLI at USM websitecost 15 for single sessions and 25(usm.maine.edu/olli), or follow us onfor two or three sessions or a fullFacebook (@OsherLifelongLearningday. Exceptions to the usual pricingInstituteAtUSM).structure are clearly noted.You must be an OLLI 2022–2023member to enroll in summer coursesand workshops. Membership costs 25 per fiscal year and runs fromJuly 1 –June 30.6for training session announcements.OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE SUMMER 2022
WAIVERSWEATHER CLOSURES & DELAYSStudents with scholarships, giftCampus Closurescertificates, free memberships, orother waivers must email registrationsto the OLLI office at olliatusm@maine.edu before registration beginsfor timely processing. Waiverswill be accepted after that deadline,but we cannot guarantee yourselected classes will be available.REFUND POLICYYou will receive a 100% refund forclasses dropped by Thursday, June30, 2022, the end of the second weekof summer classes. No refunds willbe made after that point. You cannotreceive a refund for OLLI at USMannual membership fees. To transferto a different class or drop a class,email olliatusm@maine.edu orcall 207-780-4406.OLLI STUDENT HANDBOOKIf USM at Portland is closed, the OLLIoffice and face-to-face classes andevents will be canceled. Remote classesand events will be held at the discretionof the instructor or organizers.Delayed Openings and Early ClosuresIf the USM Portland campus opens lateor closes early, the OLLI office andin-person classes will be canceledaccordingly.For example, if USM opens after OLLI’sregular start time (e.g., USM delaysopening until 10 a.m.), all OLLI classesstarting earlier than 10 a.m. will becanceled. If USM announces an earlyclosure (e.g., campus closes at 12 p.m.),OLLI classes beginning after 12 p.m.will be automatically canceled.To confirm USM Campus weatherclosures or delaysWhether you’re a new member orCall the USM Storm Line at 207-a returning “regular,” there is780-4800 or look for a yellow noticemuch to learn about OLLI. In theat the top of the USM HomepageOLLI Student Handbook, you can(usm.maine.edu).find information about the OLLIon staying informed, and much more.handbook.accessible for all members.Please notify OLLI at 207-7804406 as soon as you registerto discuss your options.HEARING ASSISTANCEIn-Person: Portable assistedlistening devices are available foruse in any Wishcamper classroom.Please contact Rob Hyssong atleast two weeks prior to class startat robert.hyssong@maine.eduor 207-228-8336.Remote: Zoom allows membersto have complete control overthe volume of your classroom.Additional auto-captioningservices can be set up uponrequest. Please contact Robmaine.edu or 207-228-8336.registration, the arts at OLLI, tipsusm.maine.edu/olli/olli-student-to making our programmingto class start at robert.hyssong@other educational offerings, parking,on the OLLI website under Resources:OLLI at USM is committedHyssong at least two weeks priororganization, membership, classes,You can find the Student HandbookAccessibility& SpecialAccommodationsACCESSIBLE PARKINGQUESTIONS?We are here to help you!USM campus: The USM parkinggarage is free and open to OLLIEmail us:members during the summerolliatusm@maine.edusession. Handicapped parkingCall us:is available on all levels of the207-780-4406parking garage. You can accessAbromson Center throughthe elevators.7
GENERAL INFORMATIONTHE USM CAMPUSON-CAMPUS PARKINGThe Osher Lifelong Learning InstituteOLLI Students must park in the USM(OLLI) is located on the Universitygarage attached to the Abromsonof Southern Maine (USM) PortlandCommunity Education Center, locatedCampus in Wishcamper Centeron Bedford Street. There are 16(44 Bedford Street, Portland, Maine).handicapped spaces available inQUESTIONS?We are here to help you!Email us:this garage.Classrooms are located on the 1st andolliatusm@maine.edu2nd floors. The OLLI office is locatedGarage parking is free for OLLIon the 2nd floor in Room 210.members during the summer session.Call us:207-780-4406You do not need to purchase aWishcamper Center has an elevatorparking pass.located in the lobby on the west sideof the building.BRHTham dGor anTo mpusCaIGON95EAVDEERING AVE25TH STildingScience Bulmith HalPayson SP8 Accessible PP1 Emergency TLutherBonneyHallDEERING AVEMastertonHall85BEDFORD ST126120106 Accessible Parking102989492 Bike RackUNDER Gorham-BouCONSTRUCTION Portland HeaOLLInGlickmayFamilryraLib Stairs Portland Health Center Car Charging Station Employee Parking Student ParkingFORE Student, Faculty, Staff, & Public Parking Campus BuildingEST AV8EXITOSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE SUMMER 2022UNDER Student Park Student, Fac Campus BuilEST AV Portland Downtown METRO Husky Line Crosswalk Employee Pa314FOREOLLIParking Garage Car ChargingOsher MapLibraryWishcamper Center Emergency Telephone Food and Coffee Food and CoBEDFORD STAbromson CommunityEducation Center Gorham-Bound METRO Husky Line Stairs10088 Bike Rack Portland Dow Crosswalk30271SkywalkEXETER ST25TAM SP1066DURH96EST 6B295295I-295EXIT6ASOUTHI-295NORTH
Important DatesOLLI SUMMER SESSION 2022Summer session will run June 21 – July 28.Mark your calendar for these other important dates.JUN 1Online registration for OLLI summer courses begins.The registration system will automatically turn on between 12:01and 12:15 a.m. (Tuesday night into Wednesday morning).Students with scholarships, gift certificates, free memberships,or other waivers must contact us at olliatusm@maine.edubefore June 1, so staff can process them promptly. We cannotguarantee your first-choice class, but you will be our top prioritythe morning after registration goes “live.” Scholarships, giftcertificates, free memberships, or other waivers will be acceptedafter June 1, but some classes and workshops may be full,so please turn them in as soon as possible.JUN 3OLLI staff begins processing mail-in, drop-off, and phoneregistrations.JUN 8Course and workshop offerings open to the Maine SeniorCollege Network.Please contact us at olliatusm@maine.edu and leave your name andphone number plus the course you are interested in. We will contactyou to enroll.JUN 21OLLI summer session classes startJUN 30Deadline to receive a refund on dropped courses.JUL 5OLLI summer workshopsJUL 12OLLI summer workshopsJUL 19OLLI summer workshopsJUL 28OLLI summer session endsAUG 1–4OLLI summer session make-up weekQUESTIONS?We are here to help you!Email us:olliatusm@maine.eduCall us:207-780-4406The OLLI staff will be on holiday May 30, June 20, and July 4. The OLLI office will beclosed, and all in-person classes will be canceled on these dates. If you have a remoteclass scheduled on one of these dates, please contact your instructor to see if theyplan to observe the holiday.REGISTER ONLINE AT USM.MAINE.EDU/OLLI9
SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCECoursesby scheduleCourses run Monday – Thursdaybeginning the week of June 21 – July 28.Full course descriptions, costs, andmaterials can be found on the page listedMONDAYSTHURSDAYSAFTERNOONS 12:45 – 2:45 P.M.MORNINGS 9:30 – 11:00 A.M.The Sixties through the GreatSpeeches of the Sixties (16)BUCK BENEDICTnext to each course title.Journey of Souls (21)All in-person courses will be held atSTEPHEN KERCELotherwise.Intentional Intuition for theElder Wise Woman (22)the USM Portland campus unless notedLUCILLE MELTZTWO PATHWAYS TO LEARNINGRefer to these icons to find theright program style for you:IN-PERSONREMOTE (ZOOM)Your Inner Fish (22)HAL SCHEINTAUBTUESDAYSAFTERNOONS 12:45 – 2:45 P.M.Celebrating Folk Music (18)Want to search for programs by topic?See page 14 for our full index.Want to find a program by instructor?See page 12 for our instructor index.TERRY FOSTEREurope Between the Wars (15)ALICIA HARDINGWEDNESDAYSMORNINGS 9:30 – 11:30 A.M.Shakespeare’s Merchantof Venice: How do We ViewShylock? (17)CHRIS QUEALLYThe Films of the AfricanContinent (14)JOHN SERRAGEAFTERNOONS 12:45 – 2:45 P.M.The Science of Evolution (20)QUESTIONS?RICHARD FORTIEREmail us:American IndianRenaissance (15)We are here to help you!olliatusm@maine.eduCall us:207-780-4406STEVEN PIKERExplore Portland’s HistoricNeighborhoods — On Foot (15)BRUCE WOODLocation TBA10OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE SUMMER 2022Broadway: The EightLongest-running MusicalsEver! (18)LORRAINE MASUREMORNINGS 9:30 – 11:30 A.M.Growing Friendships (22)JOAN CHADBOURNEFood: The Secret Sauceof History (16)SANDRA GARSONEurope Between the Wars (15)ALICIA HARDINGAFTERNOONS 12:45 – 2:45 P.M.This Year’s Supreme CourtCases (20)MIKE BERKOWITZKastrup’s Theory ofConsciousness (22)STEPHEN KERCELMyths of WesternCivilization (16)ED SOLANO
SCHEDULE-AT-A-GLANCEWorkshopsby scheduleWorkshops run on Tuesdays throughoutthe summer session. Full workshopdescriptions, costs, and materials can befound on the page listed next to eachcourse title.All in-person workshops will be held atthe USM Portland campus unless notedotherwise.TWO PATHWAYS TO LEARNINGRefer to these icons to find theright program style for you:IN-PERSONREMOTE (ZOOM)TUESDAYS1 SESSION: 7/5 9:30 – 11:30 A.M.From Beach Reads toBodice Rippers:The Romance Genre (17)ANNE CASSAnthropocene: The GeologicEpoch You Are Entering inReal-Time (21)DAVID VON SEGGERNThe Films of John Ford —Part 3 (The 50s) (14)D e WAYN MARZAGALLITax Planning inRetirement (19)DEREK THARP1 SESSION: 7/12 9:30 – 11:30 A.M.Want to search for programs by topic?See page 14 for our full index.The Flying Dutchman,a Ghost Ship in Casco Bayand Opera (18)Want to find a program by instructor?CALIEN LEWISSee page 12 for our instructor index.Retirement IncomePlanning (19)DEREK THARP1 SESSION: 7/19 9:30 – 11:30 A.M.Social Security Planning (19)DEREK THARP1 SESSION: 7/19 9:30 A.M.– 3:30 P.M.As, Bs, Cs and Ds ofMedicare (19)BARBARA HOPKINS3 SESSIONS:7/5, 7/12, & 7/199:30 – 11:30 A.M.Civic Education on Trump andthe American Presidency (20)PAUL MACEKREGISTER ONLINE AT USM.MAINE.EDU/OLLI11
INSTRUCTOR INDEXCourses &workshops byinstructorInstructors are listed here in alphabeticalorder for both courses and workshops.For full descriptions and presentation style(in-person or remote), please go to the pagelisted next to the course or workshop title.Want to search for programs by topic?See page 14 for our full index.Looking to fill a specific day or time?See page 10 for our schedule-at-a-glance.ABCBUCK BENEDICTThe Sixties through the Great Speechesof the Sixties.16MIKE BERKOWITZThis Year’s Supreme Court Cases. 20ANNE CASSFrom Beach Reads to Bodice Rippers:The Romance Genre. 17JOAN CHADBOURNEGrowing Friendships. 22DEFRICHARD FORTIERThe Science of Evolution. 20TERRY FOSTERCelebrating Folk Music.18GHISANDY GARSONFOOD: The Secret Sauce of History.16ALICIA HARDINGEurope Between the Wars. 15BARBARA HOPKINSAs, Bs, Cs and Ds of Medicare.1912OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE SUMMER 2022
INSTRUCTOR INDEXJKLSTEPHEN KERCELJourney of Souls. 21Kastrup’s Theory of Consciousness. 22CALIEN LEWISThe Flying Dutchman, a Ghost Shipin Casco Bay and Opera.18TUVDEREK THARPTax Planning in Retirement.19Retirement Income Planning.19Social Security Planning.19DAVID VONSEGGERNAnthropocene: The Geologic EpochYou Are Entering in Real Time. 21MNOPAUL MACEKCivic Education on Trumpand the American Presidency. 20DEWAYN MARZAGALLIW X YZBRUCE WOODExplore Portland’s HistoricNeighborhoods — On Foot. 15The Films of John Ford — Part 3 (The 50s).14LORRAINE MASUREBroadway: The Eight Longest-runningMusicals Ever! . 18LUCILLE MELTZIntentional Intuition for the Elder Wise Woman. 22PQRSSTEVEN PIKERAmerican Indian Renaissance. 15CHRIS QUEALLYShakespeare’s Merchant of Venice:How do We View Shylock?. 17HAL SCHEINTAUBYour Inner Fish. 22JOHN SERRAGEThe Films of the African Continent.14EDWARD SOLANOMyths of Western Civilization.16QUESTIONS?We are here to help you!Email us:olliatusm@maine.eduCall us:207-780-4406REGISTER ONLINE AT USM.MAINE.EDU/OLLI13
COURSES & WORKSHOPSFull listingof courses &workshopsCourses and workshops are listed bysubject. Details including books andmaterials are listed here.FILMThe Films of the African ContinentJOHN SERRAGECOURSEWED, 6/22 – 7/27 9:30 – 11:30 A.M. 50Six films from six African countries will be shown anddiscussed. Course format will include in-person discussionand film.TWO PATHWAYS TO LEARNINGJohn Serrage is a neonatologist, public health physician, organist,archaeologist, and Portland tour guide.Refer to these icons to find theright program style for you:IN-PERSONREMOTE (ZOOM)The Films of John Ford —Part 3 (The 50s)DE WAYN MARZAGALLIWORKSHOPPROGRAM TOPICS14 Film15 History17 LiteratureTUE, 7/5 9:30 – 11:30 A.M. 15In this 4-part series, we will watch excerpts of the filmsof John Ford, arguably, one of the best directors ever.We will review and discuss his incredible filmmakinggenius. Part 3 will be devoted to his fourth and finalacademy award for best director: The Quiet Man. We willalso watch excerpts from other movies from the 50s18 Musicsuch as The Last Hurrah, The Horse Soldiers, and The19 Personal financeSearchers. Workshop format will include online discussion20 Politics & current events20 Science22 Self knowledge & careand film.DeWayn Marzagalli was born in New York City; he married his childhoodsweetheart; served in the U.S. Navy and was employed as a Federal Agentfor over 25 years. Retired, he devotes his time to volunteering for his church,at the Maine Medical Center, and with OLLI.Want to find a program by instructor?See page 12 for our instructor index.Looking to fill a specific day or time?See page 10 for our schedule-at-a-glance.DID YOU KNOW?You can order your books through the USMUniversity Store by calling 207-780-4070.14OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE SUMMER 2022
COURSES & WORKSHOPSHISTORYEurope Between the WarsALICIA HARDINGCOURSETUE, 6/21 – 7/26 12:45 – 2:45 P.M. 50COURSETHU, 6/23 – 7/28 9:30 – 11:30 A.M. 50The years between WWI and WWII were a time of resentment, retribution, relocation, and great artistic achievements.Newly-created countries instituted dictatorships, and thevictors often acted out of malice and revenge towardthose they blamed for the war and ensuing suffering anddestruction. At the same time, the arts flourished, and theadvances in science introduced new concepts and understandings of how the world worked. Repeat course. Thiscourse will be offered in two sessions: Tuesdays with in-personlectures, or Thursdays with online lectures.SUGGESTED BOOK: Brave New World, Aldous Huxley, ISBN9780060850524Alicia Harding is a current instructor in World History at Southern MaineCommunity College. She retired from Deering High School in 2000 and hassince enjoyed teaching at the college level and, most especially, teachingat OLLI. She has a master’s degree in European Intellectual History.Explore Portland’s HistoricNeighborhoods — On FootBRUCE WOODCOURSEWED, 6/22 – 7/27 12:45 – 2:45 P.M. 50Enjoy six narrated walks through Portland’s historicneighborhoods exploring the city’s history, architecture, andpeople since Europeans arrived. Discuss historic structures,immigrant populations, and locally and regionallyfamous architects, and view their works. The longest walkwill be two miles in two hours. The greatest elevationchange will be between Congress Street and the waterfront. All walks will be on pavement, with side trips intotwo grassy cemeteries. We will meet rain or shine. Theinstructor will contact students about the meeting placebefore each class. Repeat course. Course format includesin-person movement and is wheelchair accessible.SUGGESTED BOOK: Portland, A Short History, Allan Levinsky,ISBN 9781933212432 (USM 14.95)Bruce Wood moved to Portland after retiring as a computer programmerfor Amtrak. He fell in love with the city’s history and architecture andserved on Portland’s Historic Preservation Board. He has led tours for theMaine Historical Society at the Observatory and Victoria Mansion.American Indian RenaissanceSTEVEN PIKERCOURSEWED, 6/22 – 7/27 12:45 – 2:45 P.M. 50In 1900, knowledgeable U.S. Native Americans and settlersexpected that, although descendants of contemporaryNative Americans would endure indefinitely, Native Americancultures would soon disappear, and no such wouldresurface. From what was then known, it was a sensibleexpectation but was largely proven false by the 20thcentury Native American cultural renaissance. Befittingthe large number of traditional Native American cultures,the renaissance has been a many-splendored thing.Course themes include agency, creativity, self-worth,syncretism, and resilience. I leave you with a traditionalNavajo felicitation: “Walk in beauty.” Course format willinclude in-person lectures and discussions.SUGGESTED BOOK: The Heartbeat of Wounded Knee: NativeAmerica from 1890 to the Present, David Treuer, ISBN9781594633157Steven Piker is an anthropologist, has taught for 44 years at SwarthmoreCollege, 10 years at three of Maine’s senior colleges, and lives in Yarmouthtwo blocks from two of his three grandchildren.REGISTER ONLINE AT USM.MAINE.EDU/OLLI15
COURSES & WORKSHOPSHISTORY continued from previous pageFood: The Secret Sauce of HistoryThe Sixties through theGreat Speeches of the SixtiesSANDRA GARSONBUCK BENEDICTCOURSEMON, 6/27 – 8/8 12:45 – 2:45 P.M. 50COURSETHU, 6/23 – 7/28 9:30 – 11:30 A.M. 50Most history can be explained as the need to eat. Americawas “discovered” in the search for fish for Lent; Romeneeded to conquer lands to have enough food for itsThe sixties were a time of tragedy, but also triumph,citizens; Britain provoked war with China to get cheaperof marching for human rights and against the war intea, and banana republics! So thos
OLLI at USM courses. Workshops . cost 15 for single sessions and 25 . for two or three sessions or a full day. Exceptions to the usual pricing structure are clearly noted. You must be an OLLI 2022-2023 member to enroll in summer courses . and workshops. Membership costs 25 per fiscal year and runs from July 1 -June 30. LOCATIONS. Courses .
