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FALL 2021
WHAT’S INSIDE
Courses: Trips: Socials: Participation:
102 in-person 2 international, In-person and Average of 1,000
online adult learners each
34 online 14 local and year
28 open to the public domestic
Tuscaloosa • Greater Birmingham • Gadsden
Tuscaloosa Public Library
Main Library
1801 Jack Warner Pky • Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
205-345-5820
Weaver Bolden Branch Brown Branch
2522 Lanier Avenue 300 Bobby Miller Pky
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
205-758-8291 205-391-9989
www.tuscaloosa-library.org
Books, Computers, DVDs, CDs, eBooks, Free Wi-Fi,
Online Resources, Programs, Book Talks,
Helpful Staff, and More.
Friends of the Library Hours
Located next to Main Library
Mon-Thurs: 9 am to 6 pm
Friday: Noon to 4 pm • Saturday: 9 am to 1 pm
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Table of
There are three ways that you can
participate in lifelong learning courses
through OLLI at UA:
Contents
ONLINE Programming:
Taking classes through Zoom is not only
convenient but accessible. You never
have to worry about how far you must
walk to class, whether it is nice weather
outside, what shoes to wear or what
Three Types of Courses 3 snacks are available to you.
Past Presidents 4 OLLI is here for you! We offer diverse
programming through Zoom. You can
engage as much or as little through
15 Year Celebration 6 Zoom.
What is OLLI 7 We also have technology available for
those that need webcams or an iPad.
Thank You! 8 We have a peer class to help you learn
the ins and outs of taking online classes
Get Involved 8 through Zoom.
Travel Opportunities 9 IN-PERSON Programming:
Online Courses 10 We are BACK, both in the classroom
and at our perspective locations. For
Tuscaloosa 17 those want and need more personal
engagement – we have the format for
Greater Birmingham 28 you!
You have time before and after your
Gadsden 34 class to socialize and talk about the
subject, your instructor or what a great
Field Trips for All 39 parking place you were able to score. We
are elated to be back in the classroom
Kentuck Partnership 48 and hope that you take the opportunity
to put some shoes on and join us.
HYBRID Programming:
The best of both worlds. With hybrid
programming, you have the option to
register for a class online or in-person.
The beauty of a hybrid program is those
that want to engage more are happy
and those that want to learn in their own
space are happy.
Whichever platform of learning you
choose, we are so happy to have you
participate in the joy of lifelong learning.
Our members are active volunteers
bringing you lifelong learning. They are
dedicated to the love of learning after
50. You have choices and we want OLLI
to be a choice that you make.
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OLLI presidents through the years
15
Celebrating
YEARS
of LIFELONG
L ea r n i ng
OLLI at UA
Gail Quarles Sharon Shelton Bruce Burrows
2007-2008 2008-2010 2010-2012
Gail is a charter member Sharon served as Bruce is a Marine
of The University of president of both The Corps veteran, retired
Alabama’s Xplorations University of Alabama commercial airline pilot
in Lifelong Learning. Retirees Association and has taught history
Before serving as (TUARA) and OLLI. After courses at the College of
president, Gail was teaching and serving as Continuing Studies and
secretary of the board of the assistant dean in the OLLI at The University
directors. Gail grew up School of Social Work, of Alabama for 12 years,
in Louisiana, attended she began a second receiving the College
Baylor University in Texas, career as the director of of Continuing Studies
and then worked as a DCH Employee Assistance Excellence in Teaching
computer programmer Program. Sharon has said Award in 2009. He
for Boeing in Huntsville, many times that being has taught courses in
Ala., on the Saturn V part of the development the history of modern
program. After earning and growth of OLLI has China, FDR and the New
her master’s degree been one of her greatest Deal, the first world
from The University of joys in retirement. She war, second world war,
Alabama, Gail taught has especially valued the Europe, Pacific, Korean
English for many years many new friendships and Vietnam wars,
in Northport. Gail is as well as continuing to history of England, the
enthusiastically involved explore new learning French revolution and
in all OLLI activities. opportunities. In addition Napoleon Bonaparte,
Besides lifelong learning, to working on her art, history of Russia and
Gail enjoys spending time which was recently the development of the
with her grandchildren, selected to be featured in electoral college.
reading and gardening. an exhibit, and assisting
For the benefit of the in teaching classes,
blind, Gail also reads the she continues to love
newspaper on Alabama gardening and values time
Public Radio. with her family above all
else, spending time with
her husband of 55 years,
George, two adult children
and two grandchildren.
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Francine Marasco Richard Rhone Elizabeth Aversa Philip Malone
2012-2014 2014-2018 2018-2020 2020-Present
Francine is a founding After retiring from 30 In her work life, Elizabeth Current OLLI president
member of OLLI at The years as a high school held faculty positions and president of
University of Alabama. teacher and principal, and directed graduate the OLLI Tuscaloosa
Previously, Francine has Richard Rhone spent 11 programs at The Catholic Advisory Council, Philip
served as historian, vice years directing welfare University, University enjoys traveling and
president of curriculum reform programs and of Tennessee and The photography and wants
(two terms), president facilitating child abuse University of Alabama. to see as much of the
and past president and and neglect prevention After 46 years in the field world as possible and
currently serves as OLLI programs for the state of library and information photograph it. COVID put
Shares chair. Francine’s of Alabama. Currently, sciences, she happily a stop to international
vast relationships and he is active in several began “phase two” of travel last year, but he
friendships are one heritage groups and adulthood, devoting time is looking forward to
of the reasons OLLI enjoys working with to her husband, son, traveling to eastern
has been a star on the OLLI curriculum. Richard daughter, grandsons and Europe this fall. Since
map for 15 years. With teaches OLLI history friends and volunteering. retiring as a geologist
the help of her friend, courses about the colonial Elizabeth has served in in 2012, Philip has been
Leanne Spencer, we and revolutionary eras, leadership positions at involved with OLLI as an
now celebrate OLLI Day war between the states Canterbury Episcopal avid learner, volunteer,
Alabama, the first holiday and the Old West. In 2017, Chapel, Tuscaloosa instructor and officer. He
of its kind, on August 20. Richard was presented the Symphony Guild, The loves leading field trips
We are proud to be able Judy Bonner Excellence Opera Guild at UA and and sharing his passion
to call Francine a friend in Teaching Award. This OLLI. She enjoys opera, of travel photography.
of OLLI and thank her for award is based on the teaching courses for He can’t wait to get back
15 years of volunteerism instructor commitment OLLI and hearing opera together, in-person, with
and giving. She continues to teaching and the life wherever it is sung. A the OLLI family this fall,
her legacy by setting up long learning process as grateful cancer survivor, teaching at the Bryant
a charitable gift annuity well as the impact on the Elizabeth is involved in Conference Center and
for OLLI and serving as a member. raising funds for cancer leading a field trip. Philip
dedicated volunteer. diagnosis, research and his wife Connie have
and treatment and three children and nine
participates in events grandchildren who keep
for the Maine Cancer them very busy when
Foundation and the 2021 Philip is not leading or
Great Cycle Challenge for participating in OLLI
kids’ cancer. activities.
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What a treat
to be part of
OLLI’s 15-year
celebration!
OLLI is so much more than what we dreamed of in the beginning.
OLLI makes our communities more vibrant places to live and has
unleashed senior leadership in those communities.
OLLI is built on the idea that when learning is driven by learners
themselves, powerful things happen. From the beginning, we made
a commitment to the Osher Foundation that provided endowment
funding that OLLI would reflect the vision of its members. OLLI isn’t
something the College of Continuing Studies or The University of
Alabama provides us, OLLI is the hopes and dreams of its members.
We are OLLI and that is why OLLI grows and thrives. We are what
generates the spark.
So many people have made OLLI strong. OLLI leaders have been innovative these
15 years – exploring a wide variety of courses and social events. Those leaders have
also been inclusive - recruiting members from around the state and from different
backgrounds. They have been strategic in seeking out partnerships and building
support for OLLI’s goals. OLLI leadership is energetic and self-renewing, built and
nurtured by those who have been there since day one, alongside others who joined
the community as learners and leaders.
Thank you to all who have created the magic of OLLI. Here’s to our first
15 years and to a bright future!
Best,
Carolyn Dahl
Dean, College of Continuing Studies, 2001-2013
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You Belong with OLLI!
Begin your OLLI experience with us.
OLLI at UA is a lifelong learning program that is member-planned and member-managed. Currently, we
offer in-person programming in Tuscaloosa, Birmingham and Gadsden. We also offer robust and diverse
online programming through Zoom, so you can participate from anywhere. Being involved in OLLI
provides endless opportunities for social interaction, classes for the mind and bodym, as well as field trips
and social events. Members select from dozens of courses each semester to attend or teach as suits their
interests.
Benefits of being a member:
• Fun environment to make new friends
• Opportunity to share your talents, knowledge and
expertise with others
• Increase knowledge, explore new interests or learn a
new skill
• Participate in presentations, field trips and socials
• Bama perks
• Access to an online library of lectures
Understanding your membership:
• OLLI membership is just $50, once per year, and gives
you access to all the benefits listed above.
• For an additional cost of $50 each semester, you can
participate in unlimited classes.
• A handful of courses have additional materials fees
and most field trips have fees to cover costs.
Important Reminders/Registration Considerations:
Your courtesy and assistance are appreciated in
these matters:
• Only sign up for courses you plan to attend.
If your plans change, please promptly contact
Registration Services at 205-348-3000 to
drop the course Please remember, other OLLI
members may be on a wait list for that class.
• Register for only one course for any given
day and time.
• A credit card is the preferred method of
payment.
Class cancellation/refunds:
• If a class you are enrolled in is cancelled, for
any reason, you will be notified via email or
phone prior to the start of the class.
• OLLI reserves the right to cancel courses,
programs, or trips as necessary due to
insufficient enrollment, inclement weather,
etc.
• There are no refunds for materials fee after
the course has begun.
Weather Incidents:
OLLI adheres to The University of Alabama
inclement weather policy regardless of the
chapter location. If UA closes due to the
weather, OLLI will not hold classes at any location.
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DO YOU?
• enjoy teaching?
• have fun sharing your experience and
knowledge with other people?
• know some great people that are passionate
about a subject?
• like to help instructors before or during class?
We know that our OLLI program is successful
because of our VOLUNTEERS. If you answered yes to any of these questions, you
should join the curriculum committee.
You may have served in one of these roles:
• Instructor
• Committee Member The curriculum committee is always looking for new
• Committee Chair ideas, help with recruiting volunteer instructors,
• Leader on the Advisory Council listening to the wants and needs of members and
• Trip Facilitator coordinating courses that are offered each semester.
DO YOU?
• Class Host
• Class Co-Host
• In-Person Class Facilitator
• Trip Planner
• Greeter • like talking to people?
• Food Server • love learning?
• Decorator • know people everywhere you go?
• Baker of Fabulous Food
• Marketer
• Presenter If you answered yes to any of these questions, you
• Photographer should join the membership or social committee.
• Deep Thinker
• Catalog Editor The social committee plans OLLI’s events throughout
• Storyteller the year at various locations. If you enjoy planning,
• Article Writer decorating, cooking and coming up with fun events,
• Fundraiser the social committee is the place for you.
• Idea Generator
• Set Creator The membership committee is responsible for
• Catalog Distributor sustaining and increasing OLLI memberships each
year. This committee speaks to various community
The list of volunteer opportunities is endless! groups, retirement residents and organizations to
We need volunteers to make our lifelong learning recruit new members. These individuals tell their
program come together. stories of what OLLI means to them.
Volunteers are the heart and soul that create our
robust, diverse curriculum. They guide the direction
of what our members need and want from their
experiences. As the director, I am extremely grateful
DO YOU?
• like to plan every detail?
for all volunteers from the past 15 years. I want you • enjoy thinking about the possibilities of the
to know we listen to our members, respect their future?
opinions and act upon change when needed. We
• making sure OLLI is vibrant and around for
need YOU to help our OLLI thrive.
generations to come?
Thank you for your talents, thank you for your time
and most importantly, thank you for believing in this If you answered yes to any of these questions, you
program and what lifelong learning can contribute should join the long-range planning committee.
to the lives of adults. Giving back to our OLLI
community is a wonderful gift, thank you! If you are The long-range planning committee, evaluates and
looking for ways to give back, call me at 205-348- surveys the members to develop a plan that guides
6482. I would be happy to put your talents to work. membership and programming.
Jennifer Anderson, OLLI Director We look forward to hearing from you. Come get
involved. Call us at 205-348-6482 and we will
connect you with your chapter committee.
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ONLINE COURSES
Welcome back to class this fall!
look back at that date. Members of our panel discuss
results of that day that continue to affect us.
How do you register? From those events, we now have TSAs and stronger
Online olli.ua.edu/register or call Registration security, domestic triage and medical/scientific
Services, 205-348-3000. knowledge and changes, new high-rise construction
regulations, among others. Join these professionals
Active membership is a prerequisite for the course as they discuss the changes from 9/11 that affect our
package, fields trips and supper clubs. To enroll in day-to-day lives.
the courses, pay the semester course package fee,
$50, which allows you to take multiple courses. Some Z103 High Tech and History: Preserving
courses may have a materials fee. Field trips are Tuscaloosa’s Greenwood Cemetery
separate from the course package and have a fee Wed., Sept. 22, 12 – 1:15 PM
based on the costs associated with that trip. Supper Becky Davenport
Club is Dutch treat. Join us for a fascinating look at Greenwood Cemetery
– one of the oldest cemeteries
How do you want your OLLI courses? in Tuscaloosa. Many historically
Online or in-person, or some of both formats. For the prominent people are buried
in-person courses, see the section for the chapter at Greenwood - early Alabama
near you. politicians, war soldiers, Black
entrepreneurs and Tuscaloosa’s
ONLINE OPPORTUNITIES founders. Through an effort
spearheaded by the Chief Tuskaloosa Chapter DAR
• Zoom Basic Training = 1 and, in cooperation with the City of Tuscaloosa,
• Bonus Programs = 8 lectures the Tuscaloosa County Preservation Society and
• Pre-recorded lectures = 30+ the Alabama Cemetery Preservation Alliance, we
• Courses = 29 will look at the identification and preservation of
these beautiful markers which reflect the history
of Tuscaloosa. You will see what work is currently
COMPLIMENTARY being done with modern resources to maintain and
Open to the Public - One-time lectures preserve them, reverse the damage by corrosion and
vandalism and efforts for future solutions.
Z101 Peer Zoom Basic Training
Thu., Sept. 9, 1:30 – 2:30 PM Z104 Garbage, Garbage, Everywhere
Other dates will be scheduled upon request by Wed., Sept. 29, 12 – 1:15 PM
individuals and groups. Stacy Vaughn
Russ Timkovich One of the recently realized results of the year-
This one-hour session introduces you to the Zoom long Covid-19 pandemic was the mind-blowing
features and how to connect with OLLI classes. collection of garbage. Reduced city workers, more
Experience the OLLI classroom online in the comfort people working and learning from home, major shifts
of your home. of collection from downtowns to neighborhoods,
disposable PPE litter, construction and lawn
maintenance debris, recycling restrictions-these
BONUS PROGRAMS changes plus others have resulted in re-evaluating
trash! What better person to lead us in this discussion
Wednesdays, 12:00 – 1:15 PM and discovery than Stacy Vaughn, who deals with it
day to day in her position as City Director of Public
Z102 9/11: Changes to Our Everyday Life
Services! (An informative article is “Garbage Freaking
Wed., Sept. 15, 12 – 1:15 PM
Everywhere” …in the March 26, 2021 TIME edition.)
Panelist: Bob Pieroni and Ted Sexton
The catastrophic events of September 11, 2001
changed all our daily lives in more ways than we
could imagine in the immediate days after. The 20th
anniversary of these horrific events gives us reason to
olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482 I 10Z105 Civilized Contributions: From A Creek Z108 UA’s Tree Farm Project & Building A World
Indian’s Ancestor Class University Campus
Wed., Oct. 6, 12 – 1:15 PM Wed., Oct. 27, 12 – 1:15 PM
Lou Vickery Col. Duane Lamb
The South Alabama Tribe of Creek Indians was one Col. Lamb shares about UA’s Tree Farm Project. It be-
of the five Native American cultures that contributed gan last year when the fallen seeds from grand mag-
to the formation of our great state and the first to be nolias on the Bryce Campus, the President’s Mansion
designated as “civilized.” and Gorgas House were collected. Lamb stated,
Our speaker is an ancestor of the Creeks and will “Cultivating the seedlings and cuttings within our
share his vast knowledge of his family, contributions, own greenhouse is cost-effective for our institution,
changes and challenges that have occurred over the as well as helps build camaraderie among different
tribe’s long history. department employees who are making our tree farm
a reality.” Throughout history, trees have often been
Touching on General Andrew Jackson, Trail of Tears, considered sacred and honorable. Our presenter feels
federal road construction effect, among others, Lou that way about trees, but especially about the trees
will present facts, lore and personal remembrances of on The University of Alabama campus.
this great nation.
Z109 From Tee Time to the Winner’s Circle:
Z106 Old Soldiers Don’t Fade Away: What You Need to Know
Alabama’s Confederate Memorial Park Wed., Nov. 3, 12 – 1:15 PM
Wed., Oct. 13, 12 – 1:15 PM John Gray
Calvin Chappelle Do you find yourself watching a televised golf
“Old soldiers never die… tournament with limited understanding and
They just fade away” is often bewilderment? John Gray, Director of Golf at
quoted…but not at Alabama’s Tuscaloosa’s Ol’ Colony Golf Course, helps with what
Confederate Memorial Park. In we need to know to enjoy and understand a golf
1964, Confederate Memorial tournament. John may touch on what to observe,
Park was established in Chilton background, the cast of characters, selections and
County on the site of the how the players got there, preparation to make those
state-run Confederate Soldiers’ courses gorgeous for a tournament, on-site spectator
Home, which operated from protocol, crowd control, participation of celebrities.
1902 to 1939 as the state’s So, bring your questions and be ready for a summer
only care facility and residence of enjoyable golf tournament viewing.
for aging veterans of the Confederate Army, their
wives, and widows. The park is home to the site of
the original facility, historic structures, a museum and
two Soldiers’ Home cemeteries. Join us as the site
director, Calvin Chappelle, explores the history of the
Alabama Confederate Memorial Park.
Courses included in the Course Package
and listed in order by their “Start Date.”
Z107 Driving Adaptive Aids: Do They Work?
Z120 Opera: Contemporary Opera - 1900 to 2020
Wed., Oct. 20, 12 – 1:15 PM
Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1
Milton Denny 9 - 10:15 AM
Is your car blind spot expanding? Is your seat belt Elizabeth Aversa
too tight? Is night driving more difficult? Is your True to life opera comes alive in eight weeks. We’ll
gas pedal too far away? Milton Denny has taught see and hear operas composed between 1900 and
previous classes for OLLI advising us about car care. the present, so English language, familiar topics and
In this class, he describes the many accommodations current affairs will dominate this semester at the
that are available as we age to ensure safe and opera!
confident driving. From pedal extensions for the
height-challenged to larger rear/side mirrors for
better sight to shades to improve night vision, this
program will make your life and activities better. So,
come prepared with questions about driving issues
you may have, and you may get the answer you need
to set you on your way!
11 I olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482Z121 Talking About Books: Z124 The Political Brain-Nature, Nurture or Is It
UA Press and OLLI Book Club Something Else?
Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1 Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
12 - 1:15 PM 9 - 10:15 AM
Coordinator: Ann Prentice Scarlett Gaddy
The University of Alabama Press has invited six Why do we develop the political attitudes and
authors to discuss their books and answer your preferences that we do? Is it due to our environment
questions. Carol Prickett and Jan Mercier will lead the or is there an underlying biological predisposition
OLLI Book Club on Oct. 4 and 11. in our brain that causes us to lean conservative
or liberal? Join us as we discuss the political,
September 13 psychological influences on political preferences and
Book Club Extravaganza - Exchange ideas and behavior. How does the impact of these influences
recommendations gleaned from the participants affect our increasingly tribal behavior in politics?
reading.
September 20 Z125 Native Americans in Alabama
Allison Finkelstein, Forgotten Veterans, Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5
Invisible Memorials: How American Women 10:30 - 11:45 AM
Commemorated the Great War, 1917–1945 Scott Bridges
September 27 Indians. America’s invisible people. Neither citizen
Gregory D. Chapman, A Strong and Steady nor slave. Where did they live? Where did they go?
Pulse: Stories from a Cardiologist Where are they now? Alabama’s history cannot be
October 4 complete without examining these questions. Our
Jonathan Alter, The Defining Moment: FDR’s class utilizes the skills of local and regional scholars
Hundred Days and the Triumph of Hope to explore our “indigenous people.” Did Indians desire
October 11 assimilation? Did they own slaves? The United States
Sean P. Graham, Kennesaw: Natural History of a negotiated 400 treaties with American Indians. How
Southern Mountain many were broken? Why isn’t this information part of
October 18 our national historical conscience.? Finally, what can
Anita Garner, The Glory Road: A Gospel Gypsy we learn from Australia, New Zealand and Canada’s
Life relationships with their native populations?
October 25
Benjamin J. Hruska, Valor and Courage: The
Story of the USS Block Escort Carriers in World
War II
November 1
Patti Callahan, Surviving Savannah
Z122 Wild Places of Alabama
Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1
2:30 - 4 PM
Carolyn Carr
This class covers the history of the Wilderness and
the Wild & Scenic Rivers Acts and their Alabama Z126
lands, National Park and Wildlife Refuge lands in Ancient Life in Alabama
Alabama, Forever Wild Program and lands it has Tues., Sept. 14, 21, 28;
purchased and some other state lands. Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
10:30 AM - 12 PM
Z123 Exploring New Discoveries in Science Bill Deutsch and George Martin
Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; This course covers the history of paleontology in the
Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1 world and Alabama, highlighting the key people and
3 - 4:15 PM fossils that advanced understanding of Deep Time
Philip Malone and life on Earth. Alabama fossils will be displayed in
Come join us as we explore the latest news in science, class along with images in power point presentations.
based on several periodicals and online sources. Optional field trips to the Auburn University
Using articles and papers from these sources, we will Paleontological Collections, Alabama Museum of
examine what discoveries are happening in the world Natural History and the McWane Science Center will
of science. Subjects are presented on a basic level. be offered.
Bill Hamner and Gene Byrd each also host a class.
olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482 I 12Z127 Mini-Medical School Z129 Austen, Bridgerton and Revolutions:
Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2 Hanoverian England and Its Monarchs (1714-1901)
12 - 1:15 PM Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
Coordinators: Ray Brignac 1:30 - 2:45 PM
and Leslie Zjanjar Dusty Folds
UA’s College of Community Hanoverian England is often derided by many people.
Health Sciences and This is due to its rather dull monarchs—four Georges
University Medical Center and a William. However, this was the time of Jane
is hosting a lecture series Austen. It was the time of Bridgerton. It was the time
to explore medicine, of revolutions, in both America and France. It was the
health care and health trends. Faculty physicians time when the position of prime minister was truly
will lecture on issues and advances in medicine and established. This dynastical line ended with Queen
research, incorporating science, research and clinical Victoria. Through this eight-week course, we explore
applications. You learn how the body works, hear not only the (surprisingly) complicated rulers who
about advances changing how we see disease and held the throne but also the world that surrounded
health and find out about cutting-edge research. them—the Age of Revolution, the Age of Reason
(Enlightenment) and the Age of Victoria.
Sept. 14
Dr. Anne Halli Tierney on Memory Loss Z130 Whatever Happened to Folk Music, Part IV
Sept. 21 Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28;
Dr. Tom Weida on Lessons Learned from the Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
COVID-19 pandemic 2:30 - 4 PM
Sept. 28 Mike Reinke
Dr. Richard Friend on Providing Primary Health The continuation of a sequential, multi-term course,
Care in Rural Alabama with slide-based Zoom presentations that explore
Oct. 5 the origins and evolution of American folk and roots
Dr. Jamie Reeves on the Impact of COVID-19 on music. It features numerous audio and audiovisual
Mental Health examples of songs that range from centuries-old
Oct. 12 British ballads, to popular songs during the so-
Dr. Louanne Friend on Hypertension and called “folk music revival,” to songs released in the
Hyperlipidemia last 10-20 years, best classified as “Americana.” It
Oct. 19 incorporates the folk music of African Americans
Dr. Sachin Shenoy on Urinary Incontinence and and discusses how this music was separated
Pelvic Organ Prolapse commercially from Anglo-American folk music.
Oct. 26
Dr. Gregg Bell on the U.S. Public Health Service Z131 The Plantagenets:
Syphilis Study at Tuskegee The Warrior Kings and Queens of England
Nov. 2 Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
Suzanne Henson, RD, LD, on Diabetes and 3 - 4:15 PM
Nutrition Derrick Griffey
In this course, we explore the intriguing story of
Z128 The Founders: Famous and Forgotten England’s longest-reigning dynasty: the Plantagenets.
Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; War seemed to dominate the lives of most
Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2 Plantagenet kings. When not embroiled in some kind
1:30 - 2:45 PM of bloodshed, the Plantagenets were passionate,
Richard Rhone hungry for power, and obsessive. We explore 300
There is no universal agreement as to how many tempestuous years of English history from 1150-
individuals are classified as America’s Founders. 1450 – beginning with the turbulent civil war of King
Some of the Founders are so obvious and so famous Stephen’s reign to the beginnings of another civil war
as to be known by most literate Americans. Others in the disastrous reign of King Henry VI.
may have been recognized as such in the 18th
century but have been become somewhat forgotten Stories of Eleanor of Aquitaine; her sons, Richard the
in today’s world. We’ll discuss the famous as well Lionheart and bad King John; the Black Prince; John
as some forgotten individuals whose unparalleled of Gaunt; and Henry V, the hero of Agincourt. We
exploits were so remarkable as to make them all also discuss the Crusades, the Magna Carta and the
deserving to be known as American Founders. tragedy of the Black Death. As their tales unfold, this
course brings to life the battle-scarred Plantagenets,
the warrior Kings and the Queens of England.
13 I olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482Z132 National Parks - A National Treasure Z136 Facebook Without Fear
Wed., Sept. 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6, Oct. 13, 20, 27; Nov. 3 Wed., Sept. 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6
9 - 10:15 AM 1:30 - 2:45 PM
Farrah Hayes Kay Kelley
In this class, we look at eight of the most famous Are you afraid to use Facebook? Learn how to use
National Parks in the U.S.: Yellowstone, Glacier, Facebook as a webpage, no account is needed. Learn
Yosemite, Zion, Arcadia, Olympic, Grand Canyon and how to keep up to date with OLLI, or other groups
Bryce Canyon. We learn about the history of each like your high school graduating class or businesses
park and important tips for traveling to visit each without Facebook knowing you have visited its pag-
one. es. Also, learn what you may be missing by using it as
a webpage.
Z133 Bitcoin, Cryptocurrency, and Blockchain
Wed., Sept. 15, 22 Z137 The American Civil War - An Overview
10:30 - 11:45 AM Wed., Sept. 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27; Nov. 3
John Harper 1:30 - 2:45 PM
Introduction to cryptocurrency and blockchain Robert Kane
technology. The American Civil War, Apr. 1861-Apr. 1865, tore
the country apart for four years, divided families,
Z134 World War I: The Theaters of War abolished slavery, cost over 600,000 American
Wed., Sept. 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6, 13, 20 lives and still reverberates in political and social
10:30 am – 12 pm discussions about America today. This series of eight
John Mason and Tennent Lee presentations covers the causes of the war, the major
World War I was truly the first great campaigns of the war and the social, economic and
global conflict. We all know about the slaughter along political results of that horrific war.
the Western Front, but did you know this war was
also contested in Africa? In China and the Pacific? Z138 From Factory to Field: The Dream of Baseball
The Middle East? Learn about all of the fronts, forces in Birmingham
engaged and perhaps gain a better understanding Wed., Sept. 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6
of how the global politics that affect us even today 3 – 4:15 PM
were determined by an assassin’s bullet in Sarajevo Amanda Hare
on June 28, 1914. For decades, the story of baseball in Birmingham
was two stories. There was the Birmingham Barons,
Z135 The Chemistry in “Breaking Bad” the city’s all-white baseball team once owned by
Wed., Sept. 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27; Nov. 3 illustrious iron magnate Rick Woodward, and later,
12 – 1:15 PM businessman Charles O. Finley. And there was the
Russ Timkovich Birmingham Black Barons, the Negro League pow-
“Breaking Bad” was a TV series that aired from erhouse whose ranks included at various times both
2008 to 2013. It was Satchell Paige and Willie Mays. From Factory to Field
the fictional story of a celebrates the sport that fulfilled Birmingham’s big-
high school chemistry city ambitions and helped put the upstart new town
teacher diagnosed with on the map. The stories are undeniably compelling!
inoperable lung cancer
who became the biggest Z139 Zumba Fitness
producer of the illegal Wed., Sept. 15, 22, 29; Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27; Nov. 3
street drug methamphetamine in the southwest to 6 - 7:15 PM
secure his family’s future. This course examines the Angie Vitt
chemistry that appeared in the show and when it was Fitness fun while in
accurate (mostly) and when not. To fully appreciate your own home. Angie
the discussion, it is recommended that you have seen incorporates basic
the show and/or brush up on episodes currently stretching and exercises
streaming on Netflix or read the episode synopses to warm up your body
on Wikipedia. The chemistry discussed will be kept and get ready to move
as non-technical as possible, but you may learn a few to the music. Zumba is
things. For example: Why will rice and beans kill you, a fun way to help you
but Lily of the Valley won’t? What is the ONE thing lose weight, tone bodies and improve or maintain
you never want to put in your bathtub? Why is there cardiovascular and mental health.
no such thing as Blue Sky?
olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482 I 14Z140 Explore, Discover and Share the Wise Covid Z143 Dolly Parton: More Than a Cup of Ambition
Sage Within You! Fri., Sept. 17, 24; Oct. 1, 8, 15
Thu., Sept. 16, 23, 30; Oct. 7 8:30 – 10 AM
10:30 - 11:45 AM Nancy Darnall
Bob Coulson Who ends a business
Congratulations on being wise and resilient in deal with a song?
surviving the worldwide pandemic! This life café Singer, songwriter,
engages you to reflect within, and with others, actor, humanitarian,
about the changes from 2019-2021. Historically, this entrepreneur, Dolly Parton
pandemic has disrupted life as we know it, globally has proven she has talent,
and locally. Collectively, COVID-19 changed our intelligence, personality
personal and social sense of wellbeing, forever. and a heart as big as her
Futuristically, we may live in a surreal, fear-based hair. Revisit your favorite
reality, with unsettled hearts, minds and spirits. This stories and songs as you
is your opportunity to reflect and talk about it, as explore the depths of this
survivors and thrivers. tiny bundle of energy from
the hills of Tennessee.
Z141 Iceland - The Land of Fire and Ice
Thu., Sept. 16, 23, 30; Oct. 7 Z144 Chinese Art History: East Meets West
12 - 1:15 PM Tue., Sept 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
Anthony Davolos 1:15 – 2:45 PM
Join us for a fun and Debbie West
interactive course Discover the beauty of Asian art by starting
on the majestic with the artistic expressions and influences of
island of Iceland. The Ancient China. Learn the similarities and differences
course focuses on between their art and the European and American
Iceland’s economy, art forms while looking at new perspectives, cultures,
history, geography and techniques.
and geology over
the past 100 years. Z145 The Symphony: Living Art in Alabama
Experience how the Land of Fire and Ice continues Wed., Sept. 29; Oct. 6, 20, 27; Nov. 3
to evolve as a society with various guest speakers 10:30 – 11:45 AM
from Iceland and the U.S. including a live Q & A from Carolos Izcaray and guests
Iceland. We explore how Iceland innovated its way to Join Maestro Izcaray and other guests from the
energy independence and now makes 99% of all the Alabama Symphony Orchestra over Zoom as we
country’s energy from renewable resources. If you explore the symphony, its origins and musical greats
love this course, you will have the opportunity to join of the past and the present. This engaging six-week
us next year in Iceland! course is for those who are interested in exploring
the unknown and popular orchestral repertoire and
Z142 Interesting Medical Topics for music aficionados.
Thu., Sept. 16, 23, 30; Oct. 7
1:30 - 2:45 PM Z146 Discovering Hidden Family Treasures
Dr. Robert Pieroni and Hanna Boge Mon., Oct. 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1
We shall present a variety of 1:30 – 2:45 PM
medical topics specially selected Debbie Walker and Craig Scott
for an OLLI audience. Participants Begin your search or find new avenues of information
will be able to more wisely choose for your family history with updated tips and guides
appropriate medical treatments available from the Gadsden Public Library. Library
and avoid dubious and sometimes Director, Craig Scott and Debbie Walker, MLIS,
fraudulent ones. Updates on teaches you how to analyze Fire Insurance Maps to
COVID-19 and other vaccine- determine physical locations from the past as well as
preventable diseases will be discussed. Topics range browse through old newspapers to find interesting
from the often humorous to the darker aspects of the articles on your ancestors. Search current databases
medical, nursing and pharmacy professions. Heroic through Data-Axel for up-to-date information and
as well as rogue practitioners will be highlighted. continue to find loads of records and resources from
Interesting recent and historical advances in the the Search Family History Center. Join us as we go
Healing Arts are emphasized. back in time to learn more about our ancestors.
15 I olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482Z147 History of the Christian Church
Tue., Oct. 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
10:30 - 11:45 AM
Lawrence Clayton OLLI
History of the Christian Church from the Hebrew
background through about the era of Emperor Alabama
Constantine.
SHARES
Z148 Facebook 101
Wed., Oct. 13, 20, 27; Nov. 3
courses
1:30 - 2:45 PM
Kay Kelley and other Facebook enthusiasts
Afraid to use Facebook? Learn how to set your
privacy settings, notifications and profile to better
manage your account. Learn about the Facebook
newsfeed and how its algorithms work. Learn how
to post, or not, what friends and followers are, how
to friend and follow and what happens when you
have no friends. We discuss the pros and cons of
liking and following public pages.
OLLI Alabama Shares is a collaborative
effort with the OLLI Programs in our
state - The University of Alabama, Auburn
University and The University of Alabama in
Huntsville. Each OLLI program offers some
of their best academic courses that each
OLLI gets to participate. Active membership
and the course package fee are pre-
requisites. Register through our website or
call Registration Services at 205-348-3000.
Z149 Pet and Animal Lovers - Life and Afterlife
360 The University of Alabama
Thu., Oct. 14, 21, 28; Nov. 4 (OLLI at UA)
10:30 - 11:45 AM • Contemporary Opera, 1900 to 2020
Bob Coulson • The Founders: Famous and Forgotten
Are you a pet or animal lover, or care for someone • Iceland - The Land of Fire and Ice
who is? Do you want to know the human-animal
bond philosophies, theologies and sciences that The University of Alabama in Huntsville
shape an animal’s status as a machine, property, (OLLI at UAH)
food, legal or sentient being, with a spirit, soul, • World War I: The Theaters of War
or none? Do you want a “lifetime care approach” • Dolly Parton: More Than a Cup of Ambition
for human-animal bonding in lifecycles, lifestyles, • Chinese Art History: East Meets West
lifecare and afterlife care? Do you want to feel better
about your self-care and caregiving after a loss Auburn University
with what is helpful to say and do, and not? If so,
this course is for you! Pets and pics are allowed on
(OLLI at Auburn)
• Ancient Life in Alabama
Zoom!
• Whatever Happened to Folk Music, Part IV
• Wild Places in Alabama
Z501 Pre-recorded Courses – Our digital
library includes 32+ courses that were
For the latest information about the
recorded and available when you want
Alabama Shares courses visit our
to access them from the comfort of your
website olli.ua.edu
home.
olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482 I 16TUSCALOOSA-IN-PERSON
Advisory Council
• President
Welcome back to class this fall!
Philip Malone How do you register?
philipgmalone@gmail.com Online olli.ua.edu/register or call Registration Services, 205-348-3000.
• Past President Active membership is a prerequisite for the course package, fields trips and
Elizabeth Aversa
supper clubs. To enroll in the courses, pay the semester course package fee,
eaversa@comcast.net
$50, which allows you to take multiple courses. Some courses may have a
• Secretary materials fee. Field Trips are separate from the course package and have a
Donna Boles fee based on the costs associated with that trip. Supper Club is Dutch treat.
donnaboles@comcast.net
How do you want your OLLI courses? Online or in-person, or some of both
• Treasurer formats. For the complete list of online courses, see page 10-16.
Dot Martin
dot@ua.edu
Opportunities in Tuscaloosa
• Membership Chair • Courses = 60
Mary Jon Sneckenberger • Bonus Programs = 8
alasneck@gmail.com and • Online Courses = 38
Rama Pidikiti • Lunch Bunch = 3
rpidikiti49@gmail.com • Field Trips = 7
• Curriculum Chair Courses are listed in order by start date within each weekday.
Ann Prentice All courses are held at the Bryant Conference Center, 240 Paul Bryant Dr.,
ethelynd41@gmail.com Tuscaloosa, Ala. unless otherwise noted in the description.
• Field Trip Chair
MONDAY
Peggy Hamner
sswims2001@gmail.com
• Social Chairman
Cathy Quinn TUS101 Contemporary Opera, 1900 to 2020
cjquinn54@gmail.com Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1
9 - 10:15 AM
• Marketing Chair Elizabeth Aversa
Amelia Yessick True to life opera comes alive in eight weeks. We’ll see and hear operas
ameliaheath@hotmail.com composed between 1900 and the present, so English language, familiar
topics, and current affairs dominate this semester at the opera!
• Member at Large
Brendal O’Rourke
b_1orourke@yahoo.com
TUS102 Introduction to Birding
• Member at Large Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18,
Carolyn Rhodes 25; Nov. 1
writegems@gmail.com 9 - 10:15 AM
Dwight Lammon
• Long Range Planning Catch the passion for the marvelous
David Maxwell world of birds, in a hobby that 40
dhmaxwell1@gmail.com million Americans enjoy. Learn to
identify the bird species all around
• OLLI Shares Chair you by sight and sound. We have
Francine Marasco
regular outings, but this is primarily
Francine44@aol.com
a PowerPoint course. You see and hear the birds on film, then notice things
in nature that you have taken for granted all your life.
17 I olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482TUS103 Exploring New Discoveries in Science TUS106 America’s Secret War in Laos
Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1 Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1
10:30 - 11:45 AM 1:30 - 2:45 PM
Philip Malone Earl Tilford
Come join us as we explore the latest news in science, From 1958-1975, the United States fought a secret
based on several periodicals and online sources. war in Laos supporting a Neutralist regime against
Using articles and papers from these sources, we will the communist Pathet Lao and North Vietnam. The
examine what discoveries are happening in the world American effort was run by the State Department
of science. Subjects are presented on a basic level. through the U.S. ambassador and the C.I.A. sup-
Bill Hamner and Gene Byrd will host a class. ported by the U.S. Air Force. Major ground action
involved Hmong guerrillas supported by American air
TUS104 19th and 20th Century Short Stories assets.
Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4
10:30 - 11:45 AM TUS107 Birding By Ear
Bob Lipman Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1
This course offers four short stories from American, 1:30 - 2:45 PM
French and New Zealand authors whose works have Dwight Lammon
remained popular. The instructor reads one story Learn to identify birds by their songs. We use Power-
each session followed by a class discussion. A video Point and recordings to help you experience a whole
that closely adheres to plot details completes each new aspect of appreciating nature. After this course,
session. your walks in nature feel like you are seeing color for
the first time. No prerequisite course.
TUS105 Talking About Books:
UA Press and OLLI Book Club TUS108 The Other 96%: An Overview of the Study
Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1 and Uses of Marine Invertebrates
12 - 1:15 PM Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4
Coordinator: Ann Prentice and Clint Kimberling 3 - 4:15 PM
The University of Alabama Press has invited six Meghan Yap-Chiongco
authors to discuss their books and answer your Invertebrates make up 96% of the earth’s animal
questions. Carol Prickett and Jan Mercier leads the diversity. Unsurprisingly, humans have used this
OLLI Book Club on Oct. 4 and 11. diversity as forms of currency, sources of food, and
derivations of medicine, making invertebrates of
September 13 great economic, ecological and medical importance
Book Club Extravaganza - Exchange ideas and over time. This course gives an overview of the major
recommendations gleaned from the participants groups of invertebrates, highlighting the diversi-
reading. ty within Alabama and the Gulf of Mexico. Current
September 20 research using invertebrates as models for human
Allison Finkelstein, Forgotten Veterans, health and the incorporation of their derivatives in
Invisible Memorials: How American Women pharmaceuticals will be overviewed. Come for the
Commemorated the Great War, 1917–1945 pictures of weird invertebrates and stay for the amaz-
September 27 ing ways in which they impact our everyday lives.
Gregory D. Chapman, A Strong and Steady
Pulse: Stories from a Cardiologist TUS109 Spanish 3
October 4 Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4,
Jonathan Alter, The Defining Moment: FOR’s 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1
Hundred Days and the Triumph of Hope 3 - 4:15 PM
October 11 George Taylor
Sean P. Graham, Kennesaw: Natural History of a Spanish 3 is for those who have
Southern Mountain studied Spanish previously
October 18 through OLLI or elsewhere. Its
Anita Garner, The Glory Road: A Gospel Gypsy emphasis is on listening and
Life speaking Spanish with active student participation.
October 25 With each Spanish 3 session, new material is present-
Benjamin J. Hruska, Valor and Courage: The ed and a review of basics occurs as well as various
Story of the USS Block Escort Carriers in World cultural aspects. The instructor welcomes students’
War II suggestions for inclusion in the class. Reading and
November 1 writing are also encouraged as is the full enjoyment
Patti Callahan, Surviving Savannah of relating to the Spanish-speaking world.
olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482 I 18TUS110 Easy to Do Magic to Impress Your Friends
or Clients and Fool your Grands Into Thinking You’re
Cool!
TUESDAY
Mon., Sept. 13, 20, 27; Oct. 4 TUS111 Identity Theft
4:30 - 5:15 PM Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5
Tommy Ellison 9 - 10:15 AM
Are the grandkids starting to think you’re lame? Ashley Ewing
Give them a show they won’t forget with easy to do Security breaches are
magic you can learn at OLLI. There is card magic, in the news daily. Find
rubber band tricks and more! Prepare for the biggest out how they relate to
applause since one-armed bandits; this stuff blows you. In this four-week
their minds and might even make you feel like a course, learn some of
teenager again. the common malicious
tactics used to trick
TUS144 The Aging Well Series people into providing
Mon., Oct. 11, 18 access to their
10:30 - 11:45 AM computers and other personal information. We’ll talk
Milady Murphy about how to recognize common phishing emails,
The first presentation (“Slowing Down the Aging how to secure your information and how to destroy
Process”) describes the aging process and discuss that information before the disposal or donation of
ways to slow down its progression based on the old devices. We’ll present options on what to do in
medical model of the cardiologist, Dr. Dean Ornish. the event you fall victim to one of these schemes.
The emphasis is on nutrition, exercise science and
stress management. TUS112 The Political Brain-Nature, Nurture or Is It
Something Else?
The second presentation (“Getting Fit While You Sit”) Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
follows a lecture/demonstration format. The basics 9 - 10:15 AM
of exercise science as it relates to the aging process Scarlett Gaddy
is emphasized. A chair exercise is demonstrated to Why do we develop
underscore how easy and safe it can be to get into the political attitudes
the habit of regular exercise. and preferences that
we do? Is it due to our
TUS156 Keeping Life Sweet While Managing Your environment or is there
Diabetes an underlying biological
Mon., Oct. 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1 predisposition in our
10:30 - 11:45 AM brain that causes us to
Katelin Lisenby lean conservative or
Managing diabetes can be liberal? Join us, as we
overwhelming. This two-week session discuss the political,
explores all major aspects of diabetes psychological influences
management, including diet, physical on political preferences and behavior. How does the
activity, medications and other recommendations for impact of these influences affect our increasingly
those with diabetes. The education provided during tribal behavior in politics?
these sessions helps equip both those with diabetes
and relevant caregivers to keep life sweet while TUS113 The Art of Scrapbooking, Cardmaking and
managing diabetes well. Bag Design
Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5
TUS145 Elder Law Problems and Solutions 9:30 - 11:30 AM
Mon., Oct. 11, 18, 25; Nov. 1 Katie Terrell
12 - 1:15 PM Clarke Building, Kentuck Art Center, 503 Main Ave.,
Steve Wiggins Northport
The class examines the common legal issues Be creative and have fun! Create your own
encountered by senior citizens and discuss the scrapbook, unique cards and bag design using
available options and solutions. Topics will include common items and your own style. Some materials
powers of attorney, living wills, guardianships, are provided, but you want to bring your own
conservatorships, civil commitments, elder abuse ribbons, buttons, photos or previous greeting cards
(physical and financial), wills and trusts, probate to embellish your project. Class limit: 12.
administration, paying for nursing home care, asset
protection strategies and preserving family harmony.
19 I olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482TUS114 Native Americans in Alabama Oct. 12
Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5 Dr. Louanne Friend on Hypertension and
10:30 - 11:45 AM Hyperlipidemia
Scott Bridges Oct. 19
Indians. America’s invisible people. Neither citizen Dr. Sachin Shenoy on Urinary Incontinence and
nor slave. Where did they live? Where did they go? Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Where are they now? Alabama’s history cannot be Oct. 26
complete without examining these questions. Our Dr. Gregg Bell on the U.S. Public Health Service
class utilizes the skills of local and regional scholars Syphilis Study at Tuskegee
to explore our “indigenous people.” Did Indians desire Nov. 2
assimilation? Did they own slaves? The United States Suzanne Henson, RD, LD, on Diabetes and
negotiated 400 treaties with American Indians. How Nutrition
many were broken? Why isn’t this information part of
our national historical conscience.? Finally, what can TUS117 Discovering Alabama’s Natural Wonders
we learn from Australia, New Zealand and Canada’s Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5
relationships with their native populations? 12 - 1:15 PM
Doug Phillips
TUS115 Whetting Your Appetite for the 21-22 The course includes showing select Discovering
Tuscaloosa Symphony Season Alabama TV programs about topics such as Alabama
Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5 rivers, forests, wildlife and other aspects of Alabama’s
10:30 - 11:45 AM natural diversity and natural history, together with
Donna Boles related commentary, discussion, and participant
This is a four-week course designed to introduce interaction with Discovering Alabama producer and
you to the upcoming season of the Tuscaloosa host, Dr. Doug Phillips.
Symphony Orchestra (TSO). Musical Director of
the TSO, Maestro Adam Flatt, Executive Director of
the TSO, Dr. Jenny Mann, featured musicians. Cello
soloist, Dr. Moises Molina and violin soloist, Dr. Jenny
Gregoire will join us. You learn about the composers
and hear the musical “teasers” of the upcoming
programs. Come enjoy a wide range of tunes!
TUS116 Mini-Medical School
Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
12 - 1:15 PM
Coordinators: Ray Brignac and Leslie Zjanjar
UA’s College of Community Health Sciences and
University Medical
Center is hosting
a lecture series to
explore medicine,
health care, and
health trends. TUS118 The Founders: Famous and Forgotten
Faculty physicians Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
lecture on issues and advances in medicine and 1:30 - 2:45 PM
research, incorporating science, research and clinical Richard Rhone
applications. Youl learn ways the body works, hear There is no universal agreement as to how many
about advances changing how we see disease and individuals are classified as America’s Founders.
health, and find out where cutting-edge research is Some of the Founders are so obvious and so famous
headed. as to be known by most literate Americans. Others
Sept. 14 Dr. Anne Halli Tierney on Memory Loss that may have recognized as such in the 18th
Sept. 21 Dr. Tom Weida on Lessons Learned century but have been become somewhat forgotten
from the COVID-19 pandemic in today’s world. We’ll discuss the famous as well
Sept. 28 Dr. Richard Friend on Providing as some forgotten individuals whose unparalleled
Primary Health Care in Rural Alabama exploits were so remarkable as to make them known
Oct. 5 Dr. Jamie Reeves on the Impact of as American Founders.
COVID-19 on Mental Health
olli.ua.edu I 205-348-6482 I 20TUS119 My Travels in China From 1990 Thru 2012 TUS146 Volunteerism in West Alabama: Serving,
Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5 Contributing & Belonging
1:30 - 2:45 PM Tue., Oct. 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2
Philip Malone 9 - 10:15 AM
I relate my experiences of China from travels that Jeffrey and Patricia Richetto
began in 1990 as a business venture and ends as a
tourist and social visit to see my daughter and her October 12
family in 2012. I saw many dramatic changes and Join us as we explore volunteer opportunities
had many great experiences include an adventure in West Alabama. This course features speakers
to be one of a handful of people to see the largest from siz selected non-profit organizations serving
natural arch in the world in a remote part of western West Alabama. Representatives from non-profit
China. I share my photos of the Uyghur people before organizations are invited to share their mission and
they were being rounded up and sent to internment opportunities for volunteer service.
camps.
October 19
TUS120 Geology Basics West Alabama Food Bank - Jean Rykaczewski,
Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2 Executive Director and Tucker Brown,
3 - 4:15 PM Development Coordinator
Ken Gaddy The West Alabama Food Bank works year-round to
Have you ever wanted to know more about end hunger by securing donations and distributing
earthquakes, volcanoes, sinkholes or tsunamis? If so, food to hunger relief programs in nine West
you’ll be fascinated when you join us for this class Alabama counties.
explaining the basics of Geology. Come with us, as
we look at many types of geologic events and what Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 301 - Herb
causes them to happen. A special emphasis is placed Champion, President
on what you and every other citizen needs to know Vietnam Veterans of America helps veterans,
concerning how geology affects our communities, communities and those serving in harm’s way.
our nation, and our planet.
October 26
TUS121 Disasters and Tragedies Success By 6 United Way of West Alabama -
on the High (and Low) Seas Cheryl Fondren, Director
Tue., Sept. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, United Way of West Alabama Success by 6
19, 26; Nov. 2 initiative provides services to at-risk children from
3 - 4:15 PM birth to age five.
Larry Fagen
A look at disasters and tragic FOCUS 50+ - Dana Pigg, Executive Director
events that evolved from the tenuous relationship FOCUS 50+ is a United Way, non-profit,
between “man” and the watery 71% of our Earth. Told comprehensive service organization for seniors age
through documentaries, docudramas, and instructor 50 and older and enables them to remain active,
presentations. Excluding the tales of the Titanic. healthy and independent.
TUS122 Monsters, Myths, Medicine and Math: The November 2
Scientific Origins of Monsters Good Samaritan Clinic - Lynn Armour, Executive
Tue., Sept 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov. 2 Director
4:30 - 5:15 PM The Good Samaritan Clinic is an interdenominational
Samantha Siomko Christian ministry that provides free primary health
What do vampires have to do with tuberculosis? Is and dental care, information, and referrals for low-
it actually possible to make a Frankenstein monster? income persons who are medically uninsured and
Do zombies walk among us already? We know underinsured.
classic horror movie monsters such as werewolves
and witches come from the minds of humans, but Black Warrior Riverkeeper – Charles Scribner,
the origin of these creatures is rooted in the science, Executive Director
politics, and fears of the time period. We will discuss Black Warrior Riverkeeper’s mission is to protect
how medicine, technology, ecology, disease and and restore the Black Warrior River and its
the human psyche sparked the creation of classic tributaries. We are a non-profit organization
monsters and creatures, and how they have evolved promoting clean water for the sake of public health,
to influence culture today. recreation and wildlife habitat.
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