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OLLI • summer 2022
Wilmington | Kent/Sussex | Online
Serving adults 50+ throughout Delaware and the region
EXPLORE. DISCOVER.
EXPAND YOUR
W RLD.
OLLI.UDEL.EDU
updated 6/6/2022
CONTENTS Join us for fun and learning this summer!
Art History and Appreciation ................1
Fine Arts..................................................................2 You’re invited to join us for fun and learning this
summer at the University of Delaware’s Osher
Performing Arts Appreciation..............4
Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) program!
Performing Arts Participation ..............4
We are an open and welcoming community with
General Studies................................................5 instructors who teach their passions for the pure
sake of sharing their knowledge and experience, all
Culture......................................................................6
with no exams or grades. Ninety-six percent of our
Genealogy............................................................6 participants would refer OLLI to a friend neighbor — maybe that’s you!
History ......................................................................6 Lifelong learning in our OLLI program is a great way to become part of
Literature................................................................8 an active and curious community, find new friends, learn about favorite
topics, or subjects you never had time to explore, or pick up a musical
Philosophy and Religion............................9
instrument that’s been hiding in your closet for too many years.
Writing ....................................................................9
OLLI has all of those opportunities for you, and summer is a wonderful
Information Technology..........................10 time to check us out. Classes are offered on an abbreviated four-week
Languages..........................................................10 schedule, hosted online and at a variety of Delaware locations. Our
one-fee summer registration provides you with access to as many of
Life Sciences ....................................................10 the scheduled classes as you can fit into your days.
Health and Wellness ..................................11
Come join this amazing group of people!
Physical Sciences and Math ................11
Jennifer Merrill — Director, OLLI Wilmington and OLLI Online
Economics, Finance,
Political Science, Law................................12 Sally Cole — Manager, OLLI Kent/Sussex
Extracurricular..................................................13
Course Formats
OLLI courses are offered in a variety of formats. Please ONLINE—Course is held entirely online via Zoom
double-check your course selections to verify that videoconferencing. Technical requirements are listed
you’re registering for your desired format. with each course description. Top tips:
IN-PERSON—Course is held in an OLLI classroom or at Check your technology and internet access
a partner location as scheduled at the location listed before registering. Refunds will not be issued
with the course description. In-person health and safety for personal technology malfunctions.
protocols will be in effect.
Take advantage of free Zoom training
ON-SITE/ONLINE HYBRID—Course is held in-person
to participate effectively and enjoy your
with an online section joining virtually. In-person
online classes.
participants may join virtually when their schedule
requires; however, due to space constraints, students Plan for a realistic schedule—avoid
enrolled in the online section do not hold a seat in the scheduling immediately-consecutive
in-person class. Register for the appropriate section. online classes.
Technical requirements are listed for online participation.
UD OLLI, Summer 2022 | Wilmington | Kent/Sussex | Online
COURSE
SUMMER 2022 COURSES SCHEDULE BY DAY
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SUMMER 2022 REGISTRATION THE ARTS
✓ One UD OLLI registration fee
✓ As many classes as you like ART HISTORY AND
✓ Any UD OLLI location or program APPRECIATION
The fee for summer OLLI registration is $95, which
includes unlimited enrollment in any combination of ART: LOOKING, REFLECTING, DISCUSSING
in-person and online classes, including all UD OLLI (A207)
locations throughout Delaware. Some course descriptions
may list an additional fee for supplies, or a partner fee. OLLI program: Wilmington
There is no cost for parking at UD OLLI locations. Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
OLLI summer classes take Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
place July 5-28, most classes •
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Class limit: 20
meeting once weekly on •
Instructor: Danielle Battaglia Number of class sessions: 4
Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays. Online registration Course format: Discussion
begins June 7.
We will explore a new way to experience art in a museum,
Please carefully note the course location of each offering, beyond reading the wall label or joining a guided tour to
indicated by the icons representing New Castle, Kent and learn why a work and/or the artist is worth your attention.
Sussex County locations, as well as online classes. We will look slowly, reflect upon what we see, explore our
personal connections and discuss our observations. All
IN-PERSON PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES that’s needed is your time and attention. The final class will
The University of Delaware and the OLLI program are be held on site at the Delaware Art Museum.
committed to hosting in-person programs in a safe,
healthy environment. All OLLI in-person participants must ART FREE WRITE (A201)
provide one-time proof of full vaccination in order to
OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
attend in-person OLLI classes. Masks continue to be
Course location: Trinity Faith Education Bldg., Lewes
required for participants and visitors in all indoor settings
except while eating or drinking in designated areas, or Wednesday 12:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m.
presenters maintaining a 6’ distance from class members. •
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Class limit: 12
Guidelines are subject to change in accordance with UD •
Instructor: Patty Bennett Number of class sessions: 4
health guidelines in effect at the time of this program’s Course format: Discussion
start date. For details, visit olli.udel.edu/in-person.
Local artists are invited to bring three pieces of their
artwork to the class. One piece at a time, you will write
OLLI LOCATIONS
your reaction for six minutes. Then you will share what you
Wilmington (Arsht Hall)—2700 Pennsylvania Avenue wrote (you always have the option to pass) and the artist
Dover (Wyoming Church)—216 Wyoming Mill Road will tell us the real story behind the piece. No previous
Lewes (Trinity Faith Education Building)— writing experience is required, just be sure to have
15516 New Road something on which to write.
Ocean View (Ocean View Community Center)—
32 West Avenue
UD OLLI Online—Online classes offered via Zoom
videoconferencing. Free training provided.
FOR DETAILS, VISIT OLLI.UDEL.EDU
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All class registration fees are included with your membership except where noted.
ARTISTS AND THEIR GARDENS (A210) FINE ARTS
OLLI program: OLLI Online
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
ALCOHOL INKS GONE WILD—LEVEL 1 (B259)
Wednesday 10:45 a.m. - noon OLLI program: OLLI Online
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
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Instructor: Robert Ehrlich Number of class sessions: 4 Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
Course format: Lecture, Video Based
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Audio AND
video–with monitor or screen of 12” or more
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Instructor: Lynne Robinson Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Active (Hands-on/physical movement)
Many artists have drawn inspiration from gardens. A few Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Audio AND
have used their own gardens and even fewer have had video–with monitor or screen of 12” or more
an influence in design of their own gardens. They have Prerequisite: Supply list or starter kit available.
incorporated the colors, shapes and arrangements of the Creating art or just playing with color, you will love
gardens in their own paintings and sculptures. Artists to be learning to use the vibrant colors that alcohol inks provide.
considered include Monet, Morisot, Morris and Majorelle; Whether working on ceramic tiles or Yupo paper or glass,
Caillebotte and Cézanne; Dali and Kahlo. The subject will you will find the inks easy to work with, amazing to watch
be explored with images and videos. as they move and blend with each other, and a delight to
your sense of color, shading and design. With a little
NEW YORK, NEW YORK, IT’S A WONDERFUL knowledge and some experimentation, you will be
TOWN (A208) creating your own alcohol-inked creations: pictures,
OLLI program: Wilmington coasters, trivets, custom glass tops, jewelry and mirrors.
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington Supply list will be provided prior to the start of classes.
Thursday 10:45 a.m.–noon
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 ART ABC’s (B258)
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Instructor: Judy Filipkowski Number of class sessions: 4 OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
Course format: Lecture, Discussion Course location: Wyoming Church, Dover
You will be amazed by the history of architecture in Thursday 9 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Manhattan that ranges from the early tenements to the •
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 Class limit: 30
organic postmodern skyscrapers, from churches and •
Instructor: Cade Gibson Number of class sessions: 4
synagogues, museums and theatres, to the United Nations Course format: Active/Hands-on, Lecture
building, the World Trade Center, Roosevelt Island, Hudson An overview of four painting mediums: watercolor, oils,
Yards and the High Line. acrylic and pastels. We will cover what supplies to use,
where to purchase quality art supplies, the differences
THE WYETH FAMILY (A211) between student-grade and artist-grade materials, helpful
OLLI program: OLLI Online books and how to frame your work. There will be a
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual) question and answer period at the end of each class.
Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 ART ABC’s (B258-6)
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Instructor: Stuart Siegell Number of class sessions: 4 OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
Course format: Lecture, Video Based Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen Thursday 9 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
A look at three generations of Wyeth artists, N.C., Andrew •
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 Class limit: 30
and Jamie, including an overview of other artist relatives. •
Instructor: Cade Gibson Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Active/Hands-on, Lecture
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
This section is offered online. Same as B258 except
location. This hybrid-format course meets as two distinct
but concurrent sections, one in-person, one online. Due to
space constraints, students enrolled in the online section do
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UD OLLI, Summer 2022 | Wilmington | Kent/Sussex | Online
not hold a seat in the in-person class. Register for the CARD MAKING WITH A TWIST (B257)
appropriate section. Technical requirements are listed for
OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
online participation.
Course location: Trinity Faith Education Bldg., Lewes
BEGINNER’S WATERCOLOR WITH THE ART Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
STUDIO (B211) •
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 10
OLLI program: OLLI Online
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Instructor: Karen Schaub Number of class sessions: 4
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual) Join us as we take a different approach to making your
own greeting cards. We will create cards using wrapping
Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
paper. Now your cards and gifts will coordinate, adding
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Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 10
another personal touch to the giving. We will create cards
Instructors: Karen Berstler, Nicole Sexton
for birthdays, “thinking of you” and holidays, as well other
Number of class sessions: 4
events for giving cards. Join us as we have fun making the
Course format: Active (Hands-on)
cards. There will be a small weekly fee to cover the card-
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
making supplies.
Students will learn a variety of watercolor techniques
and how to apply them to a painting. Techniques IKEBANA JAPANESE FLOWER ARRANGING:
include washes, wet-on-wet brushwork, dry brushwork, INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED (B260)
glazing and color mixing. They practice these techniques
OLLI program: OLLI Online
during each class and then complete a small example of
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
each one. Then students will take what they have learned
to create a complete painting. A supply list will be Tuesday 10:45 a.m.-noon
provided for students to purchase before the beginning of Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022
class. Class is offered in partnership with The Art Studio, •
Instructor: Sima Sariaslani Number of class sessions: 4
the arts education center of New Castle County’s Course format: Active (Hands-on/physical movement),
Department of Community Services. NOTE: This course Video Based
requires an additional fee of $35 payable to The Art Studio. Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
A payment link will be send to class members prior to the Prerequisite: completion of beginner Ikebana course
first class. This course is intended for students who have already
completed the 2022 spring courses with the instructor. In
BEYOND BEGINNER’S WATERCOLOR WITH THE this course, students will practice making nageire and
ART STUDIO (B214) unconventional arrangements. As usual, students will
OLLI program: OLLI Online purchase their flowers and provide the branches required
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual) for making arrangements as indicated by the instructor.
Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
STAINED GLASS FUNDAMENTALS (B236)
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Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Class limit: 10
OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
Instructors: Karen Berstler, Nicole Sexton
Number of class sessions: 4 Course location: Trinity Faith Education Bldg., Lewes
Course format: Active (Hands-on) Tuesday AND Thursday 12:30 p.m.–4 p.m.
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen •
Dates of class: July 19–July 28 Class limit: 10
Prerequisite: Beginner’s watercolor class Instructors: Rodney Lau, Paul Pugh
Explore the use of light, shadow and color to create Number of class sessions: 4
forms using watercolors. Focus on painting from life. Students will learn the “Tiffany” method of stained glass
Previous experience required. A supply list will be provided creations. They will design a pattern, cut glass, grind, foil
for students to purchase before the beginning of class. and solder a project. This course is open to beginners and
Class is offered in partnership with The Art Studio, the arts advanced artists. The instructor must approve all projects.
education center of New Castle County’s Department of There will be a $25 lab fee to cover the cost of materials.
Community Services. NOTE: This course requires an Closed-toe shoes are required. No sandals or flip-flops
additional fee of $35 payable to The Art Studio. A payment should be worn. Please note, this course is held for two
link will be send to class members prior to the first class. weeks, two classes per week.
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All class registration fees are included with your membership except where noted.
and patterns from around the world. Bring a drum (djembe
PERFORMING ARTS preferred) or other percussion instrument; some are
APPRECIATION provided. No musical experience necessary. Class may
be held outdoors, weather permitting.
BROADWAY: MUSIC AND LYRICS BY... (CA244)
OLLI program: Wilmington LEARN TO READ MUSIC (INTRO) (CP242)
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington OLLI program: OLLI Online
Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
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Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Class limit: 30 Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
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Instructor: Thomas Powderly Number of class sessions: 4 Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022
Course format: Lecture, Discussion, Video-Based Instructors: Sheila Normandeau; Darlene Slaughter
They wrote the songs that made the whole world sing! Number of class sessions: 4
Using video and audio clips, this class will examine the Course format: Discussion, Lecture, Active (Hands-on/
works of two legendary Broadway composer/lyricists, physical movement), Video Based
Stephen Sondheim and Jerry Herman; one award-winning Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
composer and lyricist team, John Kander and Fred Ebb; Learning to read music can be fun and open many doors
and one versatile composer, Cy Coleman, who worked for you to meet others, have fun and learn new things. This
with a variety of lyricists over his long career. is an introductory class that will orient you on music
basics, instrument families, various voices and class
SITCOMS! TELEVISION SITUATION COMEDIES offerings. No experience needed! Short and easy handouts
(CA243) will be provided to reinforce lesson content. Simple
exercises will help with memory retention. A more in-
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depth class will be offered in the fall. Music does impact
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
the brain and body.
Wednesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 UKULELE: BEGINNER (CP243)
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Instructor: Craig Lewis Number of class sessions: 4 OLLI program: OLLI Online
Course format: Lecture Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Watch and discuss episodes from sitcoms of 1950 to 2000. Thursday 10:45 a.m.-noon
Each week will show two programs from these decades, Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022
including from I Love Lucy, Dick Van Dyke Show, Mary Tyler Instructors: Sheila Normandeau; Darlene Slaughter
Moore, Seinfeld and two British sitcoms. The production Number of class sessions: 4
methods, evolution, success and failure are addressed. Course format: Discussion, Lecture, Active (Hands-on/
Love, laugh or insult...you are invited to the party. physical movement), Video Based
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: any screen
PERFORMING ARTS This is an introductory-level class that will orient you on
ukulele basics, no experience needed! Easy handouts will
PARTICIPATION be provided to reinforce lesson content, and simple
exercises will help with memory retention. A more in-
DRUM CIRCLE (CP212) depth class in beginning ukulele will be offered in the fall.
OLLI program: Wilmington Music does impact the brain and body: take the leap!
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
NEW! CREATIVITY IN ROSSINI'S BARBER OF
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Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 50 SEVILLE (CA245)
Instructors: Sidney Datskow, Peter Popper OLLI program: OLLI Online • Course location: OLLI Online
Number of class sessions: 4 Tuesday 10:45 a.m. - noon
Dates of class: 7/5/2022 - 7/26/2022
Course format: Active/Hands-on
Instructor: Larry Peterson • Number of class sessions: 4
Drumming is an ancient musical tradition that energizes, Course format: Video-Based, Discussion
builds unity, provides relaxation, heightens creativity, heals View and discuss multiple productions of Rossini's Barber
the spirit and is great fun! We cover a range of rhythms of Seville, exploring creative choices made by singers,
designers and directors.
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UD OLLI, Summer 2022 | Wilmington | Kent/Sussex | Onlineinterests of both OLLI and MALS students do!). Participants
HUMANITIES should look forward to curated, intellectually stimulating
presentations and ample opportunity for questions and
discussions.
GENERAL STUDIES SHARED VALUES (DHARMA) FOR THE 21ST
BEGINNERS BRIDGE (D228) CENTURY (D230)
OLLI program: Kent/Sussex OLLI program: Wilmington
Course location: Trinity Faith Education Bldg., Lewes Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
Tuesday 9:30 a.m.–noon Wednesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
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Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 12 Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 • Class limit: 15
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Instructor: Catherine Kennedy Number of class sessions: 4 Instructor: Balasubramania Athreya
Course format: Active Number of class sessions: 4
Each student will be dealing cards and learning to play Course format: Discussion
and bid with a partner. Partners will be rotated around the Rapid scientific developments in the past two centuries
table so players can experience different playing styles. have altered our perceptions and our relationships to life
We will cover basic bridge, so students can leave class and and to the planet we live in. In this age of “information
play at home. Depending on time and student willingness, disorder” our inner compass is struggling to find its spiritual
we will cover scoring and basic bidding conventions to center. Too many vested interests are distracting us and
enhance skills. These add-ins will be determined by the influencing our thinking. We need to think on our own and
progress of the students. develop a method to create a shared sacred space on
Mother Earth for our future generations.
LOW AND SLOW BBQ: AMERICA'S CUISINE
(D229) THOUGHT PROVOKING TED TALKS (D214)
OLLI program: Wilmington OLLI program: OLLI Online
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon Wednesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
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Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 50 •
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Class limit: 35
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Instructor: Jeffrey Chambers Number of class sessions: 4 •
Instructor: Carolyn Stankiewicz Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Active/Hands-on Course format: Discussion, Lecture, Video Based
This class covers barbecue meats, regional styles and Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
flavorings, along with kinds of barbecue smokers, and Eight TED Talks (two each class) will be presented with
controlling fire. Short-cook and long-cook techniques, and time allotted for breakout rooms of four to five students
barbecue specialties are explained. The course concludes and general discussion. All eight TED Talks have been
with information on barbecue competitions and resources. presented at other sessions. Short trivia questions will be
added for enjoyment. You may take the class over again if
MALS PRESENTS! (D215) you wish: having breakout rooms with different members
OLLI program: OLLI Online may sway you!
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
WATER IN THE GARDEN: PONDS, STREAMS,
Thursday 10:45 a.m.-noon
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022
WETLANDS (D231)
Instructors: Tara Kee; Rebecca Worley OLLI program: OLLI Online
Number of class sessions: 4 Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Course format: Discussion, Lecture Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022
In this class, students and alumni from the UD Master of •
Instructor: Melanie Moser Number of class sessions: 4
Arts in Liberal Studies program (MALS) will present their Course format: Lecture
research. MALS is an interdisciplinary program that Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
provides participants the flexibility to follow their Water in the garden fascinates the onlooker. It has
academic passions. The topics will vary (as the academic associations that speak to our Paleolithic selves: thirst
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All class registration fees are included with your membership except where noted.relief, movement, edibles, cleanliness, mystery. songs from the labor movement, the Civil Rights Era and
Consequently, it has become a garden focal point or the Vietnam War. We will also examine songs about social
adjunct, eagerly anticipated and always a magnet. Let’s issues, including the women's movement, the environment
take a look at a variety of water features and their and human rights.
components, the hardscape and landscape.
GENEALOGY
CULTURE
RESEARCH YOUR ITALIAN ANCESTRY (E209)
CHICK FLICKS (F218) OLLI program: Wilmington
OLLI program: OLLI Online Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m. •
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 15
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 •
Instructor: Christopher Portante Number of class sessions: 4
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Instructor: Sondra Weidman Number of class sessions: 4 Course format: Discussion, Lecture
Course format: Video Based
This course aims to provide you with a solid foundation on
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Audio AND
which to begin research into your Italian family history or
video—with monitor or screen of 12” or more
that of a loved one. If you have already begun Italian
Join us for four enjoyable chick flicks! The movies shown family history research, this course will likely provide you
will be Sweet Home Alabama, The Lake House, Chocolat with new avenues of inquiry and additional knowledge to
and Love Actually. help you progress in your research. As time allows, the
course will address individual research issues students may
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE CHINESE be experiencing. Knowledge of basic Italian is desirable,
CIVILIZATION (F215) but not required.
OLLI program: Wilmington
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
Thursday 10:45 a.m.–noon HISTORY
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Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 Class limit: 50
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Instructor: Kenneth Arnold Number of class sessions: 4 AFTER GETTYSBURG: GRANT’S OVERLAND
Course format: Lecture CAMPAIGN (G263-1)
An introduction to and understanding of the vast Chinese OLLI program: Wilmington
civilization. Includes PowerPoint presentations, very short Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
movies, using mainly the instructor’s own pictures, ideas,
Thursday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
and experiences. Instructor has spent seven out of the last
10 years living and teaching intercultural communications/ •
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 Class limit: 40
English at various universities in China while traveling •
Instructor: Robert Zola Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Lecture
extensively. It will be equal parts of history, culture,
travelogue and geopolitics. This course follows the U.S. Civil War immediately after
Gettysburg up to and including Appomattox. It will follow
PROTEST SONGS (F216) Grant's overland campaign from the wilderness through
the siege at Petersburg, focusing on battle strategies,
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officers and critical decisions affecting the outcome.
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m. BUSH FLYING IN INDONESIA (G260)
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022
OLLI program: OLLI Online
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Instructor: Emily Ginder Number of class sessions: 4
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Course format: Video Based
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022
Do you still remember the lyrics from the protest songs of
the 50s, 60s and 70s? We will study the history of protest •
Instructor: Raymond Hain Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Video Based
music from the time of slavery to the present, listening to
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UD OLLI, Summer 2022 | Wilmington | Kent/Sussex | OnlineTechnological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen activities, such as collaboration with the British Raj. The
Videos of bush flying in Indonesia with Susi Air, with course ends with their current status in independent India.
references to other areas, illustrating the dangerous areas
pilots fly into and their techniques. NINETEEN MONTHS TO GLORY: PONY
EXPRESS (G259)
DELAWARE'S SUSSEX COUNTY (G265) OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
OLLI program: OLLI Online Course location: Trinity Faith Education Bldg., Lewes
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual) Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
Thursday 9 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. •
Dates of class: 7/12/2022–8/2/2022 Class limit:
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 •
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Course format: Lecture
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Instructor: Burton Cutting Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Lecture This course tells the larger-than-life history of the Pony
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen Express. Beginning just months before the opening
Prerequisite: Interest in local history battles of the Civil War it was an attempt to close the
communication gap between the East and the new state
Over 4.5 billion years in the making, Sussex County, first
of California, covering how and why it began; how it
settled by Native Americans then colonized by Europeans,
operated; the riders, horses, stations; and what it did and
has been fought over by kings, aristocrats, loyalists,
did not accomplish. For so short a life, so large the
mariners, farmers, developers and others. Home to the
legend. Please note the dates of this class.
Nanticoke Tribe and the Nicholite religion, it is now a
destination for birders and tourists. NINETEEN MONTHS TO GLORY: PONY
EXPRESS (G259-6)
EUROPEAN RADICALISM: UTOPIAN SOCIALISM OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
(G262-1) Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
OLLI program: Wilmington Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington Dates of class: 7/12/2022–8/2/2022
Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–noon •
Instructor: Ray Glick Number of class sessions: 4
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Course format: Lecture
•
Instructor: John Bullock Number of class sessions: 4 Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
Course format: Lecture This section is offered online. Same as G259 except
This course will explore the concept of utopian socialism. location. This hybrid-format course meets as two distinct
Topics include the utopian tradition from Plato and Thomas but concurrent sections, one in-person, one online. Due to
More to the minds of businessman Robert Owen, engineer/ space constraints, students enrolled in the online section do
humanitarian Saint-Simon and bookkeeper Charles not hold a seat in the in-person class. Register for the
Fournier as well as the anti-utopian Karl Marx. appropriate section. Technical requirements are listed for
online participation. Please note the dates of this class.
MAHARAJAS AND NAWABS OF INDIA (G264)
OCEAN LINER TO CRUISE SHIP: 1907–TODAY
OLLI program: OLLI Online
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
(G267)
OLLI program: OLLI Online
Wednesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022
•
Instructor: Pradip Khaladkar Number of class sessions: 4 Tuesday 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Course format: Lecture •
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 30
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen •
Instructor: Thomas Powderly Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Lecture, Video Based
The princes of India—Hindu Maharajas and Muslim
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
Nawabs—were known for their profligate lifestyles of
magnificent palaces, fleets of Rolls Royces, chateaus on the Normandie, Queen Mary, Mauretania, Ile de France! These
French Riviera and harems. This course deals with their famous passenger ships’ names evoke a long gone era of
histories and the roles they played in the national life stylish and elegant transportation on the high seas. How
including the British Raj and the modern independent and why did these legendary ocean liners evolve over a
nation. It describes their positive and many bizarre century into today’s mammoth floating resorts? What
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All class registration fees are included with your membership except where noted.began simply as a means of transportation across oceans
now offers vacationers endless entertainment and dining
LITERATURE
options while cruising warm waters. Come aboard and
discover this fascinating piece of history. EXISTENTIAL PLAY SAMPLER (H238)
OLLI program: OLLI Online
ONCE A KNIGHT (G260) Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Course location: Trinity Faith Education Bldg., Lewes
•
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 23
Tuesday 12:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
•
Instructor: Marion Ehrlich Number of class sessions: 4
•
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 50 Course format: Discussion, Lecture
•
Instructor: Katherine Henn Number of class sessions: 4 Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
Course format: Lecture, Video-based
Course will begin with a brief lecture on existentialism and
Course covers medieval history and the age of feudalism, then devote the remainder of the course to both reading
exploring legendary and historical knights from the Iberian and discussing in class two very different existential plays:
Peninsula to the castles of Wales as portrayed in four Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett and No Exit by Jean-
iconic films. Paul Sartre. Copies of these plays are required. They are
readily available on both Amazon and in bookstores.
ONCE A KNIGHT (G260-6)
OLLI program: Kent/Sussex POEMS OF WILLIAM BUTLER YEATS (H237)
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual) OLLI program: OLLI Online
Tuesday 12:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Thursday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
•
Instructor: Katherine Henn Number of class sessions: 4 •
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 Class limit: 23
Course format: Lecture, Video-Based
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
•
Instructor: Marion Ehrlich Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Discussion
This section is offered online. Same as G260 except Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
location. This hybrid-format course meets as two distinct We will read and discuss Yeats' poetry in class. Instructor
but concurrent sections, one in-person, one online. Due to will email poems to class for review before the beginning
space constraints, students enrolled in the online section do of the semester.
not hold a seat in the in-person class. Register for the
appropriate section. Technical requirements are listed for TEEN BOOKS FOR ADULTS (H236)
online participation. OLLI program: Wilmington
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
SHROUD OF TURIN (G266)
Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
OLLI program: OLLI Online
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
•
Instructor: Peggy Dillner Number of class sessions: 4
Thursday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m. Course format: Discussion, Lecture
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022
Get a taste of young adult literature by reading and
•
Instructor: Raymond Hain Number of class sessions: 4
discussing four books published for teens. How well was it
Course format: Lecture, Video Based
written? What topics are addressed? Who is the
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
audience? We will read the following required texts with
This course traces the known and circumstantial history of the theme “voices from the margin”: We Are Not From Here
the shroud, covers the science to attest to its authenticity by Jenny Torres Sanchez, Last Night at the Telegraph Club by
and includes a discussion of the image formation. Malinda Lo, Firekeeper's Daughter by Angeline Boulley, and
Grown by Tiffany D. Jackson. All are available in libraries
and bookstores.
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UD OLLI, Summer 2022 | Wilmington | Kent/Sussex | OnlinePHILOSOPHY AND RELIGION WRITING CREATIVE NONFICTION (K213)
OLLI program: OLLI Online
STILLNESS SPEAKS BY ECKHART TOLLE (J223) Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
OLLI program: OLLI Online Wednesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual) •
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Class limit: 15
Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon •
Instructor: Rae Tyson Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Discussion
•
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 12
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
•
Instructor: Deborah Brown Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Discussion When it comes to creativity, fiction writing dominates. Or
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen does it? Good nonfiction also relies on heavy doses of
Prerequisite: Obtain copy of Stillness Speaks by Eckhart Tolle creative writing. The nonfiction bonus is writing about
things that are true. This course explores a variety of
Class participants will read three chapters a week of
nonfiction genres, including memoir and other forms of
Stillness Speaks by Eckhart Tolle and discuss salient points
creative nonfiction. This offering is suitable for all,
or questions in class. Class participants should acquire a
regardless of prior writing experience.
copy of the book (ISBN 1-57731-400-x) and read the
introduction and first two chapters prior to the first class.
WRITING A ‘LEGACY LETTER’ (K214)
OLLI program: OLLI Online
WRITING Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
FAMILY HISTORY NARRATIVES: •
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 25
INTRODUCTION (K210) •
Instructor: Jay Sherwin Number of class sessions: 4
OLLI program: Wilmington Course format: Discussion
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m. A legacy letter (also called an “ethical will”) is a written
document that allows you to share your life lessons,
•
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 12
express your values and transmit your blessings to future
•
Instructor: Susan Dion Number of class sessions: 4
generations. Writing one is a rewarding experience that
Course format: Discussion, Lecture
creates an enduring gift for family and friends. This four-
An introduction to writing your family history in narrative session online course includes discussion and brief writing
form. The emphasis is on writing short drafts to share with exercises; it offers advice, encouragement and a model
class members using suggested topics to ignite the structure to help you draft and complete your own
process. Approaches include memoir or the remembered legacy letter.
past, family stories, oral history, research-based analysis and
creative nonfiction. Supportive and collaborative efforts.
Class may be held outdoors, weather permitting.
HUMOR WRITING (K211)
OLLI program: Wilmington
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
Thursday 10:45 a.m.–noon
•
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 Class limit: 12
•
Instructor: Jean Youkers Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Discussion
This interactive class explores various types of humor
writing and focuses on elements needed in short humorous
pieces (500-1000 words), such as exaggeration, relatability,
surprise and plays on words. Participants will write from
prompts or their imaginations and share their stories with
the class. Plan on laughing.
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All class registration fees are included with your membership except where noted.Italy. It’s not just about la bella lingua, though that’s an
INFORMATION important part of Il Circolo; it’s also about Italy’s culture,
TECHNOLOGY arts, food, humor, sights and sounds, and people. Italian-
speaking is not required but always encouraged. Il Circolo
was started during lockdown and quickly became very
MICROSOFT EXCEL: SPECIAL TOPICS (L218) popular. Now, the excitement continues! Visit
LearnFromSandro.com for more info.
OLLI program: Wilmington
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
OVERVIEW OF HUMAN LANGUAGE (O225)
Thursday 10:45 a.m.–noon OLLI program: OLLI Online
•
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 Class limit: 12 Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Instructors: Reg Herzog, Phillip Weinberg
Number of class sessions: 4 Wednesday, 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Course format: Lecture, Active/Hands-on Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022
Prerequisite: Introduction to Excel or knowledge of basic •
Instructor: Trudie Thompson Number of class sessions: 4
Excel. Course format: Lecture
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
Class will learn about sparklines, pivot tables, what-if
analysis and IF/AND/NOT/OR functions. Students must Led by a language enthusiast who has studied English,
have basic knowledge of Excel. German, French, Korean, Spanish and Russian, this course
will introduce the history of language study, various
branches of linguistics, the origin of human language and
LANGUAGES what makes it unique, human language acquisition, the
origin of writing and a bit about the history of the English
language.
ITALIAN IS FUN (O241)
OLLI program: Wilmington
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
MATH AND SCIENCES
Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
•
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Class limit: 50 LIFE SCIENCES
•
Instructor: Annie Gilmour Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Discussion, Lecture
NATURE IN SUMMER AT ASHLAND (P224)
This is a beginning course in which we will learn OLLI program: Wilmington
vocabulary, pronunciation, and the basic structure of the Course location: Ashland Nature Center, Hockessin
Italian language. An aria from an Italian opera will be
enjoyed each week. Cultural information and simple Thursday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
phrases, useful when traveling, will be included as well. The •
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 Class limit: 20
required textbook, Italian is Fun by Concetta Giuliano, may •
Instructor: Joe Sebastiani Number of class sessions: 4
be ordered from perfectionlearning.com or amazon.com. Course format: Active (Hands-on)
Enjoy learning about the natural world in the
ITALIAN: IL CIRCOLO ITALIANO (O242) outdoors at Ashland Nature Center. Naturalists will
OLLI program: OLLI Online guide you on walks to discover nesting birds, summer
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual) wildflowers, insects you should know, trees and shrubs and
the aquatic environment. Through hands-on investigation
Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
of the natural world, you will gain a greater understanding
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022
and appreciation of the environment, inspiring you to get
•
Instructor: Sandro Cuccia Number of class sessions: 4
back out on your own. New to nature study? No problem,
Course format: Discussion, Lecture
our study will be a beginner’s level. NOTE: This course
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Audio AND
requires an additional fee of $48 payable to The Delaware
video–with monitor or screen of 12” or more
Nature Society. A payment link will be sent to class
Il Circolo Italiano is a virtual gathering of OLLI members; members prior to the first class.
current and former students of Italian who love everything
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UD OLLI, Summer 2022 | Wilmington | Kent/Sussex | OnlineWINNING YOUR HEART: REDUCE THE RISK enhancing personal wellness and joy! You will learn how to
OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE (P223) use drumming to heal yourself physically, emotionally and
spiritually, all while having fun and meeting new friends.
OLLI program: Wilmington
Bring a drum (simple frame drum, Remo brand if buying) or
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
percussion instrument. No experience is necessary, but be
Wednesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m. prepared to drum every session!
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022
•
Instructor: Hisham Sherif Number of class sessions: 4 INTRODUCTION TO PACIFIC ISLAND DANCES
Course format: Lecture (Q247)
Highlighting non-pharmacologic interventions and changes OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
in lifestyle, nutrition and physical activity with the goal of Course location: Ocean View Community Center,
reducing the risk for cardiovascular disease, and improving Ocean View
survival and quality of life. We will discuss science-based,
Wednesday 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
guidelines—guided changes that are patient-initiated and
-driven, because patients themselves are their own best •
Dates of class: 7/6/2022 – 7/27/2022 Class limit: 20
advocate for taking charge of their health and well-being; •
Instructor: Cezarina Cornejo Alzona Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Active (Hands-on/physical movement)
and better-informed patients make the best decisions for
their health. Enjoy learning about the culture and heritage of the Pacific
islands, and get great exercise while learning about the
dances of Hawaii, Tahiti, New Zealand and the Philippines.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS This course is for beginners and will focus on having fun
while exercising. The dances will encourage you to move in
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCE (Q207) fun ways and build stamina, balance and grace. Wear
comfortable clothes.
OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
Course location: Ocean View Community Center,
SUMMER YOGA: INDOORS AND OUT (Q246)
Ocean View
OLLI program: Wilmington
Wednesday 2:15–3:45 p.m.
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 • Class limit: 24
Thursday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Instructors: Carol West, Ted Mason
Number of class sessions: 4 •
Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022 Class limit: 50
Course format: Active (Hands-on) •
Instructor: Barbara Bareford Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Active (Hands-on)
Come and enjoy the dance form America grew up with. It’s
been fun for more than three centuries, and it’s easy to A gentle summer yoga, encompassing meditation,
learn! If you can walk and smile, you can do this kind of breathing, balance and a little yoga philosophy. Classes
dance. The caller will explain all the moves and walk you may be held indoors or outdoors, depending on weather
through the dance before it starts, then continue to prompt conditions.
you as the dance goes on. Dances focus on the group, not
the individual. We customarily change partners after each
dance, so we get to dance with lots of different people. PHYSICAL SCIENCES AND MATH
We’re a friendly group! It’s easy, and there’s the music!
LIFE IN THE ABYSS (R216)
HEALING DRUM CIRCLE (Q245) OLLI program: Kent/Sussex
OLLI program: Kent/Sussex Course location: Trinity Faith Education Bldg., Lewes
Course location: Trinity Faith Education Bldg., Lewes Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–noon •
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022 Class limit: 50
•
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Class limit: 20 •
Instructor: Jim O’Leary Number of class sessions: 4
•
Instructor: Carol Pollio Number of class sessions: 4 Course format: Discussion, Lecture
Course format: Active (Hands-on) Explore the deepest, darkest place on Earth, the ocean
Research has shown that drumming builds your immune abyss. Meet some of the planet’s most wondrous
system, creates a sense of community, and literally rewires creatures—“glow-in-the-dark” jellyfish, giant squid, and the
your brain. Sessions will focus on healing, reducing stress, amazing octopus—where life thrives under pressures
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All class registration fees are included with your membership except where noted.beyond what humans can endure. Two miles and more PREPARING FOR AND SELLING YOUR HOME
down, steaming hot water seeps from the ocean floor FOR MAXIMUM PROFIT (S239)
where extraordinary life forms swarm nearby, flourishing in
OLLI program: OLLI Online
a dark scorching environment where sunlight never
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
reaches. Come explore the most extreme life on Earth.
Thursday 10:45 a.m.–noon
LIFE IN THE ABYSS (R216-6) Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022
OLLI program: Kent/Sussex •
Instructor: David Harrell Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Discussion, Lecture
Course location: OLLI Online (virtual)
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
Tuesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
This course assists people in preparing for and executing
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022
the sale of their current home. It gives special attention to
•
Instructor: Jim O’Leary Number of class sessions: 4
seniors needing to sell their property and how to deal with
Course format: Discussion, Lecture
excess possessions, along with the best ways to prepare
Technological requirements for optimal viewing: Any screen
their home through various improvements. The content
This section is offered online. Same as R216 except location. applies to those wanting to use a Realtor® and those who
This hybrid-format course meets as two distinct but want to sell the home themselves. Much of the material
concurrent sections, one in-person, one online. Due to comes from the instructor’s book, Selling Your Home for
space constraints, students enrolled in the online section do Maximum Profit.
not hold a seat in the in-person class. Register for the
appropriate section. Technical requirements are listed for POWER AND POLITICS OF THE SUPREME
online participation. COURT (S236)
OLLI program: Wilmington
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
ECONOMICS, FINANCE, Wednesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
POLITICAL SCIENCE, LAW Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022
•
Instructor: Claire Sullivan Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Discussion, Lecture
INTRO TO HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS AND POLICY The organization and the activities of the U.S. Supreme
(S235) Court have become relevant in determining important
OLLI program: Wilmington aspects of American society. The focus of this course will
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington be on the power and policies influenced and affected by
Wednesday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m. major court decisions. The participants will be encouraged
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 to study, share, discuss and debate the various viewpoints
of these decisions.
•
Instructor: James Caldas Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Discussion, Lecture
CONGRESSIONAL POLITICS AND THE
This course introduces the students to the key concepts
SUPREME COURT (S237)
and principles of healthcare policy and planning. Major
features of the structure and function of the healthcare OLLI program: Wilmington
system will be examined. The distinctive characteristics of Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
the healthcare system in the U.S. will be compared and Thursday 9 a.m.–10:15 a.m.
contrasted with the systems of other developed and Dates of class: 7/7/2022–7/28/2022
developing countries. Instructor: Mary Brigid McManamon
Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Lecture
This course will explore the history of congressional politics
vis-a-vis the Supreme Court. Topics will include
impeachment of justices, opposition to court nominees
and changes to the size of the court.
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UD OLLI, Summer 2022 | Wilmington | Kent/Sussex | OnlineFRAUDS AND SCAMS, UP CLOSE (S238)
OLLI program: Wilmington
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
Tuesday 10:45 a.m.–noon
Dates of class: 7/5/2022–7/26/2022
•
Instructor: Craig Lewis Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Lecture
We’ll explore famous scams and frauds that were (and are)
almost never punished. Where did all of our money go in
the 2008 Great Recession? How do billionaires pay a lower
tax rate than their secretaries and other employees? We
will also cover the Wells Fargo unauthorized billing scandal
and various internet rip-offs. These will shock you because
most individuals and corporations get off scot-free! (With
the boring bits removed and some jokes added, of course.)
EXTRACURRICULAR
ACTIVITIES
TREE CLUB (X214)
OLLI program: Wilmington
Course location: Arsht Hall, Wilmington
Wednesday 12:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m.
•
Dates of class: 7/6/2022–7/27/2022 Class limit: 25
Instructors: Jim Hainer, Gerald Hapka, Hanna Zyruk
Number of class sessions: 4
Course format: Active (Hands-on)
The trees on the OLLI Wilmington campus provide an
opportunity to learn as well as teach others about trees
and their importance. We will continue our stewardship
and share the knowledge gained with the OLLI family.
Activities include tree identification and cataloging the
campus trees, monitoring their health and providing
suggestions to UD as to its future tree planting activities on
campus.
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All class registration fees are included with your membership except where noted.Summer INSTRUCTORS
2022
musical instruments, teaching in-
person, online with SmartMusic and
Thank you OLLI instructors! live online playing across many states
and countries. Now OLLI K/S Music
Volunteer instructors are at the heart of the OLLI program Committee Co-Chair. (J223-OO)
As an academic membership cooperative, OLLI’s volunteer instructors develop BULLOCK, JOHN—A.B., St. Joseph’s
and teach the classes that are at the heart of our lifelong learning program. University; M.A., University of
Their efforts and participation are key to the vitality and success of this Pennsylvania. Retired from
academic cooperative. Northwestern State University of
Louisiana, Western Washington
All OLLI instructors are listed in this section, with a code indicating which
University, Holy Family University and
OLLI location or format in which they teach their courses—UD OLLI Online,
Villanova University. (G262-W)
OLLI Kent/Sussex or OLLI Wilmington.
CALDAS, JAMES—M.B.A./M.P.H.,
Columbia University. Retired following a
ALZONA, CEZARINA CORNEJO—Has harmony and on thinking skills for career in healthcare leadership which
been teaching at the Filipino/Asian students at the college level. (D230-W) included serving as the ChristianaCare
cultural weekend school at her church chief operating officer for 15 years
since 1994. She first learned dance at BAREFORD, BARBARA—B.S., State
before leaving to assume the role of
the age of 5 from her mother and then University of New York at Cortland.
president, Washington Hospital Center.
took classes in college and in private Yoga student for more than 10 years.
Passionate advocate for access to
dance studios. After college, she joined Taught yoga for OLLI summer session
quality healthcare. (S235-W)
a semi-professional South Sea Island and at the Unitarian Church. (Q246-W)
dance group performing at luaus in the CHAMBERS, JEFFREY—A backyard
BATTAGLIA, DANIELLE—M.B.A.,
Washington, DC, area for 10 years. She BBQ cook for about 30 years, with
University of Maryland; B.S., chemistry;
taught her four children, and now has BBQ roots in North Carolina barbeque.
A.A., art and design. A senior guide with
six grandchildren that will be learning Has been a Kansas City Barbeque
the Delaware Art Museum. (A207-W)
dance. (Q247-KS) Society certified master BBQ judge for
BENNETT, PATTY—Retired high school 10 years and a contest representative
ARNOLD, KENNETH—B.A., University of math teacher. Active, published for two years. (D229-W)
Delaware; A.A.S., Delaware Technical member of Rehoboth Beach Writers
Community College. Finishing a degree CUCCIA, SANDRO—B.S., University of
Guild. From her “job” as Mother Goose Delaware. Native Italian speaker.
in Asian studies. Retired from BASF for Read Aloud Delaware to teaching
Chemicals, Newport, Del. Taught at Twenty-one years with DuPont
math to OLLI seniors, an amateur information technology. Holds technical
various universities in China for seven multimedia artist who teaches Art Free
years. (F215-W) certifications from Apple; specialist in
Write to support local artisans and technology support and corporate
ATHREYA, BALASUBRA—Pediatrician celebrate the arts. (A201-KS) data infrastructure, data security, web
and retired faculty, A.I. duPont Hospital BROWN, DEBORAH—Degrees in special operations and corporate IT training.
for Children; emeritus professor, education and music, University of South Developed numerous OLLI courses in
Thomas Jefferson University and Alabama; music education, Marywood Italian, technology, photography and
University of Pennsylvania. Lifelong University. Retired from U.S. Department of cinema. (O241-OO)
interest in Eastern and Western Justice; Navy and Coast Guard veteran. CUTTING, BURTON—Retired financial/
philosophy. Working knowledge in Returned to concert bands/orchestras commodity analyst; taught college
Sanskrit and Tamil. Author of medical and ensembles. Started learning many courses and published research on the
textbooks, books on Hinduism, world
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