20th Century Origins of the Middle East Conflict
Understanding The Causes
The dissolution of the Ottoman Empire (1918) and the Iranian Revolution (1979) changed the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. In...
Reform in Prisons and the Criminal Justice System
Can Prisons Be Fixed?
Bi-partisan discussions about prison reform go back and forth in both state and federal legislatures, but the United States still...
Theater Circles for Seniors
Acting Together for the Fun of It
With the success of last year’s Introduction to Readers Theater, we’ve added a new course. In Theater Circles for Seniors, the eight...
The Poetry of Mary Oliver and Wendell Berry
The Poetry of Nature
We will compare the poetry of two of the most important and influential nature poets of our time, both still publishing in their...
Following the Money in Michigan Politics
Why Elections Are So Expensive
Michigan elections are becoming increasingly expensive, and the upcoming 2018 election in Michigan could be one of the priciest in state...
NUCLEAR TREATY VERIFICATION
Sara A. Pozzi
Sara Pozzi is a Professor and the Graduate Program Chair at the Department of Nuclear and Radiological Sciences, UM. Her research interests...
Living in the Shadow of Big Data
It's Our Future and We Need to Understand It
The group will view TED Talk videos describing the many things made possible by Big Data including finding new treatments for diseases...
Some Perspectives on Hamlet
Different Approaches to the Same Famous Character
Participants will first read and discuss the play. Then we will watch and critique several interpretations of one scene of the play....
Introduction to Readers Theater
Let's Have Fun Together
Readers Theater provides an opportunity to engage a literary work to better understand and appreciate the playwright’s point of view. In...
Understanding Movies
A Different Way to Communicate
We will consider the key stylistic elements of movies and how they are used. Like other art forms, motion pictures have their own...
HOW DID WE GET HERE? HISTORICAL APPROACH TO THE CURRENT IMMIGRATION DEBATE
Jesse Hoffnung-Garskof
Jesse Hoffnung-Garskof is Professor of History and American Culture at the University of Michigan, where he teaches courses on the history...
Falling in Love with Love Poetry
Never Enough Love
Together we will read and enjoy love poems from the ancient world to the present. Readings will include poetry by canonical authors such as...
"The Knowledge Illusion: Do You Know as Much as You Think You Know?"
Craig Ramsay discusses what we know & think we know
Acquiring knowledge and understanding are central to making our way in the modern world. Some of us claim to be experts because we try to...
Science and the Law
Ships Passing in the Night
This program identifies basic differences between science and the law and how legal training is counter to basic scientific methods....
The Peace Tradition
The History of Peace - Not War
History books are filled with tales of war and violence, but less so with stories of peace-making and non-violence. This course will explore...
How to Count like an Egyptian
Not Your Usual Math, and Lots More Fun
All cultures, past and present, have used mathematics to make sense of their lives. In this course we will explore some of the ways that...
The Art Film
A Changing World Created Changed Films
We will screen and discuss some significant international films from the mid-twentieth century that were in part a reaction to the recent...
LOOKING BEYOND COMPREHENSIVE IMMIGRATION REFORM: A NEW IMMIGRATION POLITICS
Rita Chin
Dr. Chin received her Ph.D. from U.C. Berkeley in 1999 and a B.A. and M.A. from the University of Washington. She is a scholar of modern...
"Computerized Investing: Using Morningstar Data and Actively Managed Funds"
Dale Brandenburg and Bob Shaw instruct students on computerized investing
Using your computer can help you actively select mutual funds and ETFs for investment. Index funds do not always win. There are managed...
"American Mah-Jongg"
Mary Engelhardt will facilitate the playing of Mah-Jongg
This class is designed for those who already know how to play American Mah-Jongg. American Mah-Jongg requires that you earn/possess the 81st...
"Tour of Maker Works: Session A"
Josh Williams will lead a tour of Maker Works
Located in Ann Arbor, MI, Maker Works was established in 2011 to bring a focus back to making things....
Wisdom Circle
A Joint Exploration of the World's Religions
A comparison and celebration of the different approaches of the world’s religions to various spiritual topics. Topics would include but...
"Atlantis as an Aggregate"
David Smith discusses environmental catastrophes that affect us now
This course will be a deep-dive into the book "The Worldwide Flood: Uncovering and Correcting the Most Profound Error in the History of...
THE MYTH OF THE LINE
David Thronson
David Thronson is Professor of Law and Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the Michigan State University College of Law. He also teaches...
Death and Dying: A Conversation
Talking About the One Topic No One Discusses
Talking about death often provokes discomfort, anxiety and fear. This study group provides an opportunity to explore issues surrounding...
All About Honeybees
It's Not Just Sweet
Explore the life of the honeybee in and out of the hive. Victoria Dluzen McIntyre is an amateur apiarist whose love of honeybees comes to...
Decisions at End of Life
What You Need to Know and Do
The course will discuss facts and issues concerning end-of-life decisions. Topics include: Michigan and federal laws on funerals, the...
Teaching in Michigan
It’s Complicated
This presentation will discuss issues related to teacher recruitment, retention, and development. Additional topics will include teacher...
THE REAL IMMIGRATION DEBATE: WHOM TO LET IN AND WHY
Mark Krikorian
Mark Krikorian, a nationally recognized expert on immigration issues, has served as Excutive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies...
"Tour of Maker Works: Session B:"
Josh Williams will lead a tour a Maker Works
Located in Ann Arbor, MI, Maker Works was established in 2011 to bring a focus back to making things....
Immigration
A WeListen Session
Join fellow Osher Lifelong Learning Institute members at this WeListen Session to learn current immigration policies and to participate in...
What Happened in the November 2018 Elections
Michael Traugott
Professor Traugott studies the mass media and their impact on American politics. This includes research on the use of the media by...
"Personal Computer Maintenance and Internet Security Tips"
Harvey Juster will instruct the class on maintenance and security
This class will focus on how to protect your data and identity. Topics include antivirus software, internet threats (ransomware, phishing,...
"Mindfulness - A Medicine for Soul and Body"
Mike Murray leads the group in an understanding of Mindfulness
Mindfulness Meditation is easily accessible and amazingly effective as a treatment for chronic illness, anxiety, depression and pain. It...
"Basics of Retirement Investing"
John Sepp will instruct the group on investing for retirement
The class will focus on the basics of investments including stocks, bonds, mutual funds and more. You will learn your personal risk...
LOOKING BEYOND COMPREHENSIVE IMMIGRATION REFORM: A NEW IMMIGRATION POLITICS
Ann C. Lin
Dr. Chih Lin is Associate Professor of Public Policy in Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at the University of Michigan. She was...
"Making Tasty Chocolate Bars at Home"
Sydney Kaufman instructs on making chocolate bars
With a two-dollar mold anyone can make chocolate bars as good or better than most of the bars sold commercially. Best of all it is no more...
REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT IN WASHTENAW COUNTY
Shrina Eadeh
Shrina Eadeh, LMSW, is the Director of Resettlement Services at Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County (JFS). She earned her BSW from...
The Trump Administration and the Middle East: Dissecting the Chaos
Saeed A. Khan
Saeed A. Khan is Senior Lecturer in the Departments of Near East & Asian Studies and Global Studies at Wayne State University - Detroit,...
What To Expect In Health Policy After The 2018 Elections
John Z. Ayanian
Dr. Ayanian has served since 2012 as the inaugural Director of the U-M Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, which includes over...
A Winter’s Respite in Rochester
A Tour of Meadow Brook Hall and Meadow Brook Theatre
In early March, we long for a day spent with friends letting our eyes wander over beautiful surroundings, sharing a meal, and laughing...
A Visitor’s View of Japan
A Photographic Adventure
Experience a 3-week photo trip to Japan’s main island Honshu, including many UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with Van Harrison and Bill...
School is a Game...
But is it a Good Game?
Presenter Barry Fishman is an Arthur F. Thurnau Professor in the University of Michigan School of Information and School of Education....
Everything You Want to Know about the Cinetopia Film Festival
Don't Be Afraid To Ask
Presenter Russ Collins, Executive Director and CEO, Michigan Theatre, will present the latest news on the Cinetopia Film Festival held every...
Girls Group
Changing the Destiny of Young Women in Our Community
Presenter Sue Schooner is the Executive Director of Girls Group. Learn about her personal story and experiences with the wonderful...
