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MONDAYBasic Watercolor ................................................ 2

Christians, Jews and Muslims ............................. 2

Fabulous Felines ................................................ 2

Great Books Discussion Group: Series III ............. 2

Improving Movement as You Age ....................... 2

Between the Wars 1918-1941 ............................... 3

Spirituality, Prayer, and Healing ......................... 3

TUESDAYChristianity in Mark’s Gospel ............................. 3

French II: Magnifique ......................................... 3

Life Writing ....................................................... 3

French I ............................................................. 4

Music for the Movies: Part III ............................. 4

The Poetry of William Butler Yeats .................... 4

Update on the World ......................................... 4

What’s Going on with the First Amendment ....... 4

French Conversation .......................................... 5

WEDNESDAYArt History Survey: Part I ................................... 5

Special Topics for Gardeners............................... 5

Chinese Ink Painting .......................................... 6

Great Decisions Update ...................................... 6

Issues in the Food Industry ................................ 6

Passport to Italy ................................................ 6Passport to Italy: Level II ................................... 6

Cajuns in Louisiana ............................................ 7

Healthy Steps with the Lebed Method ................ 7

Origins of Philosophy ......................................... 7

Film Stories: Part III ........................................... 8This is Economics? .............................................. 8

THURSDAYExploring Color in Watercolor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Mosaics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Advanced French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9

Emmanuel Levianas: Philosophical Writings . . . . 9

Financial Securities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

The Life, Times & Science of Charles Darwin . . . . 9Understanding the Energy Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . 9A Nineteenth Opera Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Ancient Mayan Civilization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

FRIDAYCultural Heritage of India . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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SESSION IMONDAYNew Orleans Stories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

TUESDAYDiscovering Geology: Part I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Introduction to the Internet and E-mail . . . . . . . 11

WEDNESDAYWriters and Letters of the New Testament . . . . . . . . . . 11

THURSDAYColor Mastery by Betty Edwards: Part I . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

SESSION IIMONDAYBeginning Quilting ............................................ 12

SESSION II (cont’d)TUESDAYWhat’s on Your Bucket List? .............................. 12Discovering Geology: Part II .............................. 13

WEDNESDAYThe Second World War ...................................... 13

THURSDAYColor Mastery by Betty Edwards: Part II ............ 13

St. James Chapter

MONDAYIntroduction to Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Surfing 101: Introduction to the Internet . . . . . . 14

TUESDAYFour Great Operas and Singers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Movies in Louisiana: Part II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

WEDNESDAYDown with Lawyers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

THURSDAYThe Global Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Nature Walks in FelicianasNature Walks in Felicianas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

C O U R S E S C H E D U L E

Volume XVI, Issue 1 • FALL 2010

Course BulletinOSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE AT LSU

OLLI at LSU membership entitles a member to enroll

in any of the courses offered by any OLLI at

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Except where noted, all Lagniappe Studies Unlimited Chapter courses will be held at the Broadmoor United Methodist Church, 10230 Mollylea Drive, Baton Rouge.

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M O N D A Y

Basic WatercolorThis course is for artists new to the medium of watercolor and for those who wish to brush up on their watercolor painting. We will discuss materials and supplies, values, basic composition, and color. Participants will work from their own photographs and from a still life.

Time & Dates: 9:00–11:00 am, Mon, Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25

Course Fee: $40 Course Maximum: 14Supplies: Supply list will be sent with course confirmation.

Instructor: Roberta Loflin

Coordinator: Don Schifferl, 766-3654

Christians, Jews and Muslims: Seeking Common GroundOur world is torn by religious conflict. Join us as we seek the common ground among Christians, Jews, and Muslims. Since all three faith traditions trace their spiritual family tree to Abraham, explore shared values, scripture, faith practices, and theology. The course will include guest speakers from all three faith traditions as well as a field trip to visit a mosque, church, and synagogue.


Course Fee: $25

Instructors: Rev. Robin McCullough-Bade

Coordinator: Kay Franklin, 753-9482

Great Books Discussion Group–Series IIIThrough the use of fiction and non-fiction we will discuss morality, justice, love and even the worth of reading so-called “great books.” Most of the fiction will come from the optional text The Art of the Short Story with a few other selections provided as handouts. All works from the optional texts can also be obtained from the local library or from fiction anthologies. Authors include Shirley Jackson, Guy de Maupassant, Franz Kafka, Jorge Louis Borges and Anton Chekhov. Participants should be prepared to discuss Shirley Jackson’s short story, “The

Lottery,” for the first course.


Course Fee: $25 Course Maximum: 15Optional Text: The Art of the Short Story, edited by Dana Gioia and R.S. Gwynn (locally available from Cottenwood Books)

Instructor: Gerald Lively

Coordinator: TBA

Fabulous FelinesFrom the tip of the nose to the top of the tail you will learn a lot about these beautiful creatures. Topics will include anatomy, behaviors, breeds, diseases, potential poisons, grief issues as well as much more. Time will be allotted for questions and sharing of information from course participants. Non-cat-a-holics are more than welcome to come join us in this fun and informative course.

Time & Dates: 11:00 am–1:00 pm, Mon, Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 18, 25, Nov. 1

Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Trish Kaplan

Coordinator: Donni Shields, 246-8486

Improving Movement as You AgeThe Division of Movement Sciences within LSU Department of Kinesiology is conducting some fascinating research on ways to improve movement in older people. Professor Li, director of LSU’s Peripheral Neuropathy Studies, and Professor Van Gemmert, who researches Parkinson’s disease, stress and fine motor performance, will share their latest research findings. Ms. Pan will then lead eight one-hour sessions in tai chi exercises designed to improve

participants’ movement and mobility.

Time & Dates: Lecture: 12:45–2:45 pm, Mon, Sept. 20, 27

Tai Chi: 1:45–2:45 pm, Mon & Wed, Oct. 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27

Course Fee: $25 Course Maximum: 25

Location: Student Training and Research Center, East Fraternity Circle, LSU Campus (Free OLLI at LSU parking is available directly in front of the building.)

Instructor: Li Li, PhD, Arend Van Gemmert, PhD, Zhujun Pan

Coordinator: TBA

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Between the Wars: 1918–1941During the “entre-guerres,” 1919–1939, all policies of peace and stability utterly failed. The peace conferences in 1919 brought no peace, and the League of Nations redefined downward the words “weak” and “irrelevant.” Fascism became the dominant political idea, beginning with the Marxist variety in Russia, in 1919 and nationalist fascism in Italy, in 1922. Democracy faded in popularity, as people looked for national and ideological strength and unity to solve social and economic problems brought on by the Great War. Nor was the economic situation after 1918 any better. Europe never recovered from the costs of war and failure of peace. Only France and America enjoyed prosperity in the 1920s, and the depression overtook everyone after 1929. These were the years of failure in public policy. “There will be stuff,” even more necessary in this tale of woe.

Time & Dates: 1:30–3:30 pm, Mon, Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25


Location: First Christian Church, 8484 Old Hammond Hwy.

Instructors: James D. Hardy, PhD

Coordinator: Joyce Siegel, 928-3700

Spirituality, Prayer, and HealingJoin us as we explore a theoretical and experiential study of the relationship between spirituality, methods of prayer, and their practical application in physiological and psychological healing of people who are suffering in any way.

Time & Dates: 1:30–3:30 pm, Mon, Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25


Instructor: Francis W. Vanderwall, PhD

Coordinator: Louis Leggio, 927-7872

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French II: MagnifiqueWe will begin on Unit 13, where we left off in the last course. Please bring your book to the first course.

Time & Dates: 9:00–11:00 am, Tue, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26


Required Text: French Now, 4th edition, 3 CDs, Christopher and Theodore Kendris

Instructor: Denise Magnat

Coordinator: Beverly Cerise, 658-5824

Christianity in Mark’s GospelThe beliefs of one early Christian community as reflected in the Gospel of Mark are the topics of this course. We will reflect on the humanity/divinity of Jesus; Jesus as teacher; Jesus as healer, and savior/messiah: the saving function of Jesus’ death on the cross. If time permits, we will compare these beliefs with similar ones found in the other Synoptic Gospels, John’s Gospel and to those of modern-day Christianity.


Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Ron Perritt

Coordinator: Helen Roberts, 767-2123

Life WritingIf you have thought of recording some of your lifetime experiences for your children and grandchildren, this course is what you need to get started. It will provide incentives and encouragement to write about your lifetime experiences. Participants receive individualized assistance to make their experiences interesting to the reader.


Course Fee: $25 Course Maximum: 16Instructor: J. M. Cox

Coordinator: J. M. Cox, 354-5152

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The Poetry of William Butler YeatsWilliam Butler Yeats has been called the greatest poet of the twentieth century. What, exactly, might make him “great”? How much does it matter that he was Irish? In this course will work to find some answers. We will also explore the passionate controversies about beauty, truth and history that mattered so much to Yeats.


Course Fee: $25

Instructors: Ann Martin, PhD

Coordinator: Court Freeman, 924-3812

What’s Going on with the First AmendmentA journalist will report on recent developments affecting freedom of speech and freedom of the press. The US Supreme Court has recently decided several important cases affecting First Amendment freedoms. We will look at cases involving corporate campaign expenditures, animal cruelty videos, indecent language on primetime TV, pre-trial publicity in the Enron case and access to the names of people who sign election petitions. We also cover Congressional efforts to protect reporters and their confidential sources and to protect American journalists from libel judgments obtained in foreign countries.


Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Linda Lightfoot

Coordinator: Jim Bolner, 766-5987

French IWe will begin with Unit 4, where we left off in the last course. Please bring your book to the first meeting. This course is not for beginners.

Time & Dates: 11:30am–1:30 pm, Tue, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26



Instructor & Coordinator: Denise Magnat, 296-8090

Music for the Movies: Part IIIIn the third course in this series we will explore movies and the music created for them. Both musicals and non-musicals will be featured using movie clips and music from CDs. Some of the performers and composers to be highlighted include Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Maurice Jarre, Dave Grusin and Henry Mancini. If you love movies, you will love this course. Participants who have not attended parts I and II are welcome.

Time & Dates: 11:30 am–1:30 pm, Tue, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26

Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Gerald Lively

Coordinator: Gerald Lively, 766-2136

Update on the WorldInvestigate significant political, economic and foreign policy changes in China—the most dynamic nation in the 21st century; Russia—growing authoritarianism but economic drag in an increasingly assertive nation; and the evolving Europe—the problems and successes of European unity urged by elite leaders but distrusted by many voters. Examine territorial disputes and worldwide conflicts that lie behind ongoing wars, including Iraq and Afghanistan, along with the difficulties and dangers to foreign correspondents who keep the public informed.

Time & Dates: 1:30–3:30 pm, Tue, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26

Course Fee: $25

Instructors: Henry and Monica Bradsher

Coordinator: Bob Evans, 924-1245

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Bring us your curiosity and

we’ll give you the time of your life.




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French ConversationUse the knowledge from previous courses to reinforce your ability to converse in French. You must know how to use the past tense and have a good base of grammar and usage skills.

Time & Dates: 2:00–4:00 pm, Tue, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26



Instructor: Denise Magnat

Coordinator: Claire Fontenot, 753-1100

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Special Topics for GardenersGardening is wonderful exercise. Experts in the horticulture field will offer instruction in a number of plants, their selection, care, and maintenance will be covered. Art Landry will teach the care and culture of camellias; Allen Owings will tell how to select, care for and choose the best annual bedding plants for the Louisiana landscape; Dan Gill will help select and grow herbs in our area. Claire Fontenot will discuss hibiscus and hydrangeas for the Louisiana landscape, and Frances Falcon will share how to grow, prune, fertilize and enjoy roses.

Time & Dates: 9:00–11:00 am, Wed, Sept. 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27

Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Frances Falcon, Claire Fontenot, Dan Gill, Art Landry, Allen Owings

Coordinator: Ron Read, 261-4497

Art History Survey, Part IThe survey begins with prehistoric art and architecture, and saunters through the cradles of civilization along the Nile, Tigris, and Euphrates Rivers. Participants will contemplate the contributions of the Greeks and Romans, and follow the erratic migrations of the so-called barbarian invaders. The Roman Empire was never supposed to fall, but it did. The empire found its new incarnation when Charlemagne was crowned Holy Roman Emperor in Rome on Christmas Day in the year 800. What happened then? Come and explore with us and we’ll try and figure it out.


Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Marchita Mauck, PhD

Coordinator: Debbie Hugh–Jones, 767-6281

The nature and variety of educational opportunities that the OLLI at LSU offers is impressive. From personal enrichment courses on philosophy, science, literature and history to practical offerings on health, personal finance and computer usage, OLLI at LSU consistently provides a rich and meaningful array of learning activities for seasoned adults in the Baton Rouge area.

– Mary Bitterman, President of The Bernard Osher Foundation

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Great Decisions UpdateRevisit and discuss the following eight topics of last spring semester: 1) The special envoy in American foreign policy, 2) Halting atrocities in Kenya, 3) Transnational crime: Globalization’s shadowy stepchild, 4) China looks at the world: the world looks at China, 5) The global financial crisis and its effects, 6) Europe’s ‘Far East’: The uncertain frontier, 7) The U. S. and the Persian Gulf, and 8) Enhancing security through peace building. In addition, we will add: 1) The world’s bottom billion, and 2) The new energy economy. Two additional study areas are to be included by participant selection.



Instructor: TBA

Coordinator: Tom Moore, 923-0225

Issues in the Food IndustryMany important, interesting and controversial issues come up when we talk about the system that brings food to our grocers’ stores. We will look at where food comes from, how it is produced, the businesses that process and transport, and how food is made available to us as consumers. Additionally, many issues that concern consumers will be discussed, including safety, source, environmental impact, how we produce food (conventional and organic are examples), and how consumers’ preferences are reflected in grocery stores. Also, we will take a look at the behemoth of retailers, Wal-Mart, and how it has affected the food retailing sector.


Course Fee: $25

Instructors: Roger Hinson, PhD

Coordinator: Betty Carls, 275-0375

Passport to ItalyTaught by a native speaker, this course is designed for travelers who want to come to a better understanding of the Bel Paese and its language. Emphasis is on developing oral skills, building a practical vocabulary and understanding the culture, history and geography of Italy. No books are necessary. The instructor provides handouts.


Course Fee: $25 Course Maximum: 15Instructor: Fara Mabrey

Coordinator: Gerald Lively, 766-2136

Passport to Italy, Level IIParticipants with knowledge of basic Italian (pronunciation, masculine and feminine articles, and nouns) will continue to explore the Bel Paese and its beautiful culture. Instructor provides handouts.

Time & Dates: 11:30 am–1:30 pm, Wed, Sept. 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27

Course Fee: $25 Course Maximum: 15Instructor: Fara Mabrey

Coordinator: Deborah Hugh-Jones, 767-6281

Chinese Ink PaintingAsian ink and watercolor painting is known and appreciated for its fluid simplicity of line. Controlled use of brushstrokes creates a sense of spontaneity, which captures the spirit of the subject rather than merely reproducing it. Explore the techniques used in painting landscape elements, including: rocks and trees, mountains, water and clouds, bamboo, orchids, and lotuses.

Time & Dates: 1:00-4:00 pm, Wed, Sept. 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27


Supplies: Instructor orders supplies for around $60

Instructor: Margaret Koai

Coordinator: Marcia Correll, 627-6505




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Cajuns in Louisiana Meet the Cajuns where they thrive through video and song. We’ll provide a refresher history lesson about the Acadians’ journey to Louisiana. Two native Cajun French speakers will teach you a bit of the language. There will be a lively discussion about what it means to be Cajun in 2010, especially, laissez les bons temps rouler.

Time & Dates: 1:30–3:30 pm, Wed, Sept. 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27

Course Fee: $25

Instructors: Earlene Broussard

Coordinator: Ted Jambon, 926-1208

Healthy Steps, Move to Better Health with the Lebed MethodThis therapeutic dance and movement program is designed to stimulate and ramp up the lymphatic and immune systems, and promote optimum health. Meetings will include lectures, movement and dance segments. Some movements include the use of props which are provided by the instructor. No prior exercise or dance experience is necessary. No equipment is necessary. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes, non-slip shoes and bring water and towels. No activities will be performed on the floor.

If participants have a significant medical condition, a medical release form, from his/her current physician should be submitted. Information requested includes if the participant is on blood thinning medications or oxygen, has an external port or recent surgical incision (any incision must be healed for at least 3 weeks prior to starting the program), rheumatoid arthritis, or has any other medical condition where movement may be contraindicated.



Instructor: Susan Dubinsky, LCSW, CLM

Coordinator: TBA

Origins of Philosophy: Socrates, Plato, AristotleChaos, cosmos, all of the “logy” words such as mythology, all of the “ics” words such as physics, and all of the “polis” words, such as metropolis…Have you ever wondered what these words meant to people who came up with them? A modern thinker once said that all of Western thought is a series of footnotes to Plato. This observation is true if you add Socrates and Aristotle. Learn about the personalities and circumstances of the creators of philosophy–what they tried to do, and how well they did it. Discussions will focus from Plato’s 35 dialogues: Euthypro, Politeia (Republic), Phaedrus, Apology, Timaeus, and commentary from Aristotle’s Nichomachian Ethics, Politics, Organon (Logic), Physics, and Metaphysics.


Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Bob Robinson, PhD

Coordinator: Pierre Bagur, 387-8701

This gift from the Osher Foundation demonstrates not only their extraordinary generosity, but their extraordinary vision as well. A true university serves not just young people, but all age groups within a community. Efforts like OLLI help us broaden our mission as well as broaden the diversity of the people that make up LSU. We also thank the Bernard Osher Foundation for creating an endowed gift, which will provide a continuous source of funding for this important program at LSU for many years to come.

– Hon. W. Henson Moore, Chariman of the Forever LSU Campaign




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Exploring Color in WatercolorThe more you know about your paint colors, the fewer colors you need to make a beautiful, harmonious painting. Find out what colors mix well together and avoid “mud” on your palette. Learn the language of color and put more emotion into your work. This course is suitable for beginner and intermediate students.

Time & Dates: 9:00–11:00 am, Thu, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28

Course Fee: $40 Course Maximum: 14Supplies: Supply list will be sent with course confirmation receipt

Instructor: Roberta Loflin

Coordinator: Don Schifferl, 766-3654

MosaicsDiscover the world of mosaics. Learn to structure a picture or design one using small precut pieces of glass. Also learn to cut glass pieces using tile nippers that will be available to check out. Using mosaics techniques, make three to four projects. New participants create one mandatory project, and then select two or three more. Choose from an 8”x8” stepping stone, various tile sizes, or a 6” diameter terracotta saucer or perhaps a brick. Returning participants may choose any three or four projects. Please note: projects will require home work to complete by the end of the course.

Time & Dates: 9:00 am–12:00 pm., Thu, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28

Course Fee: $40 Course Maximum: 17Supplies: $30 for project materials collected the first day of the course

Instructor: Anne-Marie Davis

Coordinator: Denise Magnat, 296-8090

Advanced FrenchMembers who know the basics of the French language will be challenged to expand their vocabularies and build upon grammar and usage skills. Gain fluency and the confidence to feel at home in la belle France. This

This is Economics?Explore how economic reasoning can be applied to everyday life, including some rather bizarre-sounding applications. Topics will be taken from the optional texts and may include such things as parents, the education gap, children’s names, low voter turnout, traffic congestion, addiction, discrimination, popcorn at the movies, the budget deficit and the national debt, morality, good intentions and incentives, savings rates, germs and global warming.


Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Nancy Sidener, PhD

Coordinator: Brenda LeBoeuf, 769-8969

Film Stories, Part IIIThrough watching and discussing selected films, participants will reflect together on the importance of stories in our lives. As food should nourish our bodies, so stories should nourish our spirits.


Course Fee: $25

Instructors: Peter J. Callery

Coordinator: TBA

W E D N E S D A Y

OLLI at LSU has no academic prerequisites.

There are no exams, no grades—just a passion for

lifelong learning.

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Neoclassicism After some of the shocking new music of the early 20th Century, including Stravinsky's Rite of Spring, composers turned back to the styles of older music. Beginning around 1920, Neoclassic compositions appeared, written by many of the same composers who had been writing in newer idioms. This movement was called “Back to Bach,” indicating that a variety of styles were reinterpreted. This class will survey the major Neoclassic works and composers, including contributions by Debussy, Stravinsky, Ravel, Prokofiev, Satie, and Hindemith. Time and Dates: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, Wed. 22, 29, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 Course Fee: $25 Instructor: Alison McFarland, PhD Coordinator: Pat Ketelsen, 766-3688




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course is conducted almost entirely in French. In lieu of a textbook, printed handouts will be provided. This will be another frolicsome and stimulating learning adventure for Madame Campbell’s many ardent followers.


Course Fee: $25 Course Maximum: 15Supplies: An additional duplicating fee of $4 will be collected at the first meeting

Instructor: Madeleine Campbell

Coordinator: Mary Johnson, 344-3375

Financial SecuritiesToday’s economy makes investing a challenge. Find out your investment choices in today’s market. Learn the history of security trading and explore the methods of investing, exchanges and over the counter trading, income securities, and securities for appreciation. Should investors participate in speculation–-yes or no?

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Thu, Sept. 23, 30, Oct, 7, 14, 21, 28


Instructor: Robert Blumberg

Coordinator: Ron Read, 261-4497

The Life, Times and Science of Charles Darwin Follow the life of Charles Darwin, the reclusive biologist whose ideas were revolutionary to both science and society. We will explore his early influences, his voyage aboard the Beagle to South America and the Galapagos Islands, and his years at Downe House where he was busy with science projects while letting the years slip by. We will also discuss the writing of his masterpiece, On the Origin of Species and examine the science of Darwin’s theory and events that followed its publication. This will be a comprehensive look at one of history’s greatest scientists.



Instructor: Darlene Reaves

Coordinator: Nancy Sidener, 923-2005

Understanding the Energy Problem Why has energy become so important? How has the gulf oil spill changed our energy future? This highly illustrated course will consider “what is energy?”; kinds; forms; problems with energy; some of the proposed energy policies; the ramifications of them; why energy is so expensive; alternatives; U.S. and foreign sources. Participants will gain some insight into how our own economy and the world’s economy hinges on energy and the immense capital being invested in it today worldwide.

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Thu, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, & 28

Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Eugene Tims, DSc

Coordinator: Tom Moore, 923-0225

Emmanuel Levinas: Basic Philosophical WritingsBorn to a Jewish family in Lithuania, Levinas served in the French army until he became a German prisoner of war (not exterminated like his father and brothers). He introduced Sartre to existentialism and became a leading post-Heideggerian philosopher in Europe, famous for his Talmudic studies. Learn about his philosophical contributions including his emphasis on the importance of ethics, not metaphysics, as the “first philosophy.” By introducing the concept of the other person, the stranger, the destitute, and the rejected, his writings sought to encourage man to become one who helps others.

Time & Dates: 11:30 am–1:30 pm, Thu, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28

Course Fee: $25

Required Text: Levinas: Basic Philosophical Writings may be purchased from Amazon

Instructor: Charles Bigger, PhD

Coordinator: Helen Roberts, 767-2123

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Date change: Monday, 9:30-11:30 am, Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25

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Date change: 9:30 - 11:30 am, Thursday, Sept. 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28, Nov. 4




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Cultural Heritage of IndiaIndia is a complex country with an exciting and interesting culture. The course includes an overview of India’s geography, history, religions, Hindu temples, festivals, cultural activities, wedding ceremonies and other customs. Course participants are invited to visit the temple of the Hindu Samaj for a devotional service on Sunday from 11:00 am–12:00 pm following the course.

Time & Dates: 1:30–3:30 pm, Fri, Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Course Fee: $25

Location: BREC Sharp Road Park; 501 Sharp Road

Instructor: Madurendu H. Kumar, PhD

Coordinator: TBA

Ancient Mayan CivilizationThe ancient Mayan civilization developed in the tropical rainforests of the Central American countries of Mexico, Guatemala, Belize and parts of Honduras and El Salvador. Learn about these fascinating people; the landscape of their world; the Classic Maya; their cosmology and calendar; and their collapse. Course participants are invited to attend LSU Maya Archaeology Night on Thursday, Sept 16, where LSU students and graduate students will present their original research. This year our keynote speaker is Dr. Jaime Awe, Director of the Belize government Institute of Archaeology.

Time & Dates: 11:45 am–1:45 pm, Thu, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28

Course Fee: $25

Required Text: The Ancient Maya, by Heather McKillop (Norton Publishers, 2006) paperback available at Amazon.com for approximately $18.

Location: Student Training and Research Center, East Fraternity Circle, LSU Campus. (Free OLLI at LSU parking is available directly in front of the building.)

Instructor: Cory Sills

Coordinator: Marcia Correll, 627-6505

A Nineteenth Opera SeasonFor four meetings, we will focus on a single opera each week using DVDs and lectures. The operas will be Verdi’s Aida and I Lombardi, Donizetti’s La Fille du Régiment, and Massenet’s Thäis. Arrangements for two sessions involving LSU Music School faculty will be announced after the course begins.

Time & Dates: 1:30–3:30 pm, Thu, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21, 28

Course Fee: $25

Instructor: Thomas Beard, PhD

Coordinator: Ken Nelson, 769-7842

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BAD WEATHER CONDITIONS

OLLI at LSU follows the policy of the local public school system with regard to school closings in times of inclement weather. If the public schools are closed because of weather conditions or other emergencies, our courses will also be cancelled. You will be able to get closing announcements from TV or radio news.



Except where noted, all Felicianas Chapter courses will be held at First Baptist Church’s Old Fellowship Hall, Hwy 10, St. Francisville.

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M O N D A Y (Session I)

New Orleans StoriesAlthough Shirley Ann Grau and Ellen Gilchrist capture elements of the Garden District/Uptown New Orleans in their works, their fiction could happen anywhere since they encapsulate universal human elements. Elitism, love, hate, abortion, drugs, depression, suicide, wealth, poverty, and racial problems—these two authors capture the human dilemma with a New Orleans twist. We will use Grau’s novel, which is divided into four parts, and Gilchrist’s short stories to explore human problems with the ambiance of New Orleans.

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Monday, Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11

Course Fee: $18

Required Texts: In the Land of Dreamy Dreams, by Ellen Gilchrist, Boston: Little Brown, 1981 • The House on Coliseum Street, by Shirley Ann Grau, Baton Rouge: LSU, Press 1989.

Instructor: Olivia Pass, PhD

Coordinator: Arlene Folmar, 634-9851

T U E S D A Y (Session I)

Introduction to the Internet and E-mailThe Internet is a fast and convenient way to access the world. Learn how to perform basic Internet searches using Google, as well as the basic skills needed to access the Internet. Learn how to send and receive e-mails to keep in touch with family and friends (and notices from OLLI at LSU).

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Tue, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12


Location: West Feliciana Parish Library

Instructor: Sara Morgan

Coordinator: Millie Morgan, 721-3577

W E D N E S D A Y (Session I)

Writers and Letters of the New TestamentWe will focus on the writers and letters of the New Testament, not written by the Apostle Paul, including Hebrews, James I, Peter I, Peter II, John, John II, John III, and Jude. We will discuss the author of each letter, the situation or reason for the letter, the location of the writer and recipients, and any uniqueness found in the letter.

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Wed, Sept. 22, 29, Oct 6, 13

Course Fee: $18

Instructor: Joe H. Ratcliff

Coordinator: Deanna Ship, 635-3444

Discovering Geology, Part IWould you like to be a “roadside geologist?” You can understand and enjoy geology underfoot or through your car window. This beginning geology course will teach the basics of geology through discussions and hands-on activities. Topics for Part I include minerals and rocks, landforms, sequence of events and plate tectonics.

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Tue, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12

Course Fee: $18

Instructor: Darleen Reaves

Coordinator: Fred Mendenhall, 784-2131

T U E S D A Y (Session I)

Please keep the classrooms neat and clean. When you depart, pick up trash and place your chair where it was found.

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M O N D A Y (Session II)

Beginning QuiltingAre you interested in learning to quilt, the fastest growing craft in the nation right now? If so, sign up for this wonderful course that will show you how to choose a pattern, cut pieces out using a rotary cutter and cutting mat, sew the pieces together to make a block, and sew the blocks together to make a finished project. No previous quilting experience required, but basic sewing skills would be helpful.

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Mon, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29


Supply List: Supply list is part of the confirmation receipt

Location: Sunday School Room 1, First Baptist Church Annex

Instructor: Mary Boneno and Margaret Calhoun

Coordinator: Charlotte McNamara, 634-2955, Jane Dietrich, 634-3560

T U E S D A Y (Session II)

What’s on Your Bucket List? A Course about Life’s Journey and What’s Left to Discover

Through group discussions, instructor input, and personal discovery, participants will explore those life goals which are yet unrealized and determine a plan for making the remaining years the best of their lives. Attention will be given to personal values, personality profiles, skills and interest evaluations, and realistic goal setting. Nothing too serious, yet each meeting should be very thought provoking and encouraging.

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Tue, Nov., 2, 9, 16, 30

Course Fee: $18

Instructor: Carolyn O. Thornton

Coordinator: Josette Lester, 784-2131

BAD WEATHER CONDITIONS

OLLI at LSU follows the policy of the local public school system with regard to school closings in times of inclement weather. If the public schools are closed because of weather conditions or other emergencies, our courses will also be cancelled. You will be able to get closing announcements from TV or radio news.

T H U R S D A Y (Session I)

Color Mastery by Betty Edwards, Part IWhile studying color historically and its meanings, work with hands-on projects to explore all aspects of color in painting and printing. Create a single portfolio of examples of exercises plus one final still life piece drawn and painted from life. We will closely follow the instruction given by Betty Edwards in her book on color, and will work in acrylics. You need not have enrolled in a previous Betty Edwards course taught by Ms. Denton.

Time & Dates: 9:30 am–12:00 pm, Thu, Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14


Required Text: Color: A Course in Mastering the Art of Mixing Colors, by Betty Edwards, published by Tarcher/Penguin.

Supplies: Supply list is printed on the confirmation receipt

Instructor: Elizabeth Denton

Coordinator: Hilda Crangle, 634-2489

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Felicianas Chapter

W E D N E S D A Y (Session II)

The Second World War: From Mukden to Hiroshima 1931–1945Examine the political and ideological factors leading the Great Powers to World War II, beginning with Japan in 1931, and then involving Britain and France against Germany in 1939. We will look at the year 1941, when the Russian and American entry into the war changed the strategic balance against the Axis. Next we will examine the end of the fighting in 1945, which led not to peace but to Cold War. There will be stuff.

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Wed, Nov. 3, 10, 17, Dec. 1

Course Fee: $18

Instructor: James D. Hardy, PhD

Coordinator: Arlene Folmar, 634-9851

T H U R S D A Y (Session II)

Color Mastery by Betty Edwards, Part IIWhile studying color historically and its meanings, participants will be working with hands-on projects to explore all aspects of color in painting and printing. Create a single portfolio of examples of exercises, plus one final still life piece drawn and painted from life. We will closely follow the instruction given by Betty Edwards in her book on color, and work in acrylics. You need not have enrolled in a previous Betty Edwards course taught by Ms. Denton.

Time & Dates: 9:30 am–12:00 pm, Thu, Nov. 4, 11, 18, Dec. 2


Required Text: Color: A Course in Mastering the Art of Mixing Colors, by Betty Edwards, published by Tarcher/Penguin.

Supplies: Supply list is printed on the confirmation receipt

Instructor: Elizabeth Denton

Coordinator: Hilda Crangle, 634-2489

Discovering Geology, Part IIContinue improving the skills and knowledge you acquired in Part I because there is more! Topics include earth history, fossils, the Louisiana delta, oil formation, and the geology of the Tunica Hills area. In addition, learn how to use a geologic highway map and a roadside geology guide. Once you have completed parts I and II, you will be ready to hit the road.

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Tue, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30


Optional Text: Roadside Geology of Louisiana, by Darwin Spearing

Instructor: Darlene Reaves


T U E S D A Y (Session II)

Come learn with us!

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Louisiana State University

Regarding the Bernard Osher Foundation $1 million Endowment to OLLI at LSU:

This gift will help OLLI at LSU continue to serve the intellectual and social needs of adult learners throughout the capital region. As the flagship university of Louisiana, it is part of LSU’s mission to promote lifelong learning to those outside the University. Today, one-third of the population in the U.S. is over age 50.

– Douglas Weimer, Executive Director of LSU Continuing Education



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M O N D A Y

Introduction to ComputersWant to know how to get started using a computer? This entry-level course covers how to turn a computer on and off; create, edit, and save documents; select your font size and color; create an e-mail account; and send and receive e-mail messages. Computers are provided.


Course Fee: $35 Course Maximum: 6Location: St. James Place Card Room

Instructor: Mona Bickham

Coordinator: Judy Najolia, 757-1389

Surfing 101: Introduction to the InternetLearn the basics of exploring the Internet: search, browse, save and organize your favorite websites, and print web pages and images using two-way video. Computers are provided.


Course Fee: $35 Course Maximum: 6Location: St. James Place Card Room

Instructor: Mona Bickham

Coordinator: Judy Najolia, 757-1389

Four Great Operas and SingersWe will examine a different opera each week using DVDs and lectures. Each opera will feature one of the world’s greatest singers. The operas are: Puccini’s La Bohème with Luciano Pavarotti; Verdi’s La Traviata with Renée Fleming; Puccini’s Tosca with Placido Domingo; and Bellini’s Norma with Joan Sutherland.

Time & Dates: 1:00–3:00 pm, Tue, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12

Course Fee: $18

Location: St. James Place Convocation Room

Instructor: Thomas Beard, PhD

Coordinator: Ed Calamari, 925-2523

W E D N E S D A Y

Down with LawyersAs Louisiana citizens, our lives have been affected by court cases decided in the state. We will jog our memories as we discuss the outcomes of some famous trials of recent years and also review important cases in Louisiana history. The Seventh Amendment right to trial by jury and the deterioration of that right over recent years will be covered. A video entitled “The Academy Awards of the Courtroom” will demonstrate how important the drama and comedy of the courtroom has been in the production of famous movies. Lawyer image problems in the face of “tacky” lawyer advertising, and what the organized bar is attempting to do about this serious problem, will be addressed.


Course Fee: $25

Location: St. James Place, Theatre Room

Instructor: James George

Coordinator: Richard Najolia, 757-1389

Movies in Louisiana, Part IIPart II continues where Part I ended. We start in the 1980s and continue through the 1990s. As before, the course will include anecdotes, fun quizzes, fun surveys and a plethora of headlines. The director of Louisiana’s Film and Video Commission will present the current Louisiana initiatives at one of our sessions.

Time & Dates: 3:00–5:00 pm, Tue, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12

Course Fee: $18


Instructor: Jerry Leggio

Coordinator: Carmel Mask, 761-1678

T U E S D A Y

T U E S D A Y

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St. James Place Chapter

F R I D A Y

The Global EconomyWhat is globalization and why is it taking place? What role does the U.S. play in the global economy? How does the value of the dollar affect us? Does the trade deficit really matter? How is it related to our domestic budget deficit and our national debt? Is anyone really hurt by globalization and, if so, can they be compensated? We will discuss the pluses and minuses of free trade; the effects of reductions in trade barriers; the dollar as the international reserve currency; the roles of international agencies such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the World Trade Organization (WTO), and the World Bank; criticisms of the international agencies and changes in their practices; and the Doha Round of trade negotiations.

Time & Dates: 9:30–11:30 am, Fri, Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Course Fee: $25


Instructor: Nancy Sidener, PhD

Coordinator: Louise Couvillion, 769-2380

Nature Walks in FelicianasAs the cooler weather returns, so do the very popular nature walks in the Felicianas led by Fred Mendenhall. On the third Friday of each month, OLLI at LSU members are cordially invited to join the group for a slow-paced visit to some of our area’s loveliest places. The walks are a free treat that focus not only on the floral and views, but quite often on the unusual birds so easily missed. Plan to meet at the First Baptist Church in St. Francisville at 9:45am or at the trail head at 10:00 am. Bring your binoculars (if you have them) and plan to have a fun time.

The September 17 nature walk will be to he Mary Ann Brown Preserve near the Bluffs in St. Francisville. Contact Fred if you have questions or would like to be sent an email about upcoming walks, at: [email protected]

Time & Dates: 9:45 am, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 19, and Dec. 17

Location: First Baptist Church in St. Francisville


Nature Walks in Felicianas

FIELD TRIPS (open to all OLLI members)

LIGO Field Trip Sponsored by the Lagniappe Studies Unlimited Chapter

Tuesday, August 24, 2010, 9:30 – 11:30 am LIGO Facility, Livingston, LA $5 per person Meet at the LIGO Science Education Center on the LIGO grounds at 9:30 am for a tour the facility.

Louisiana State Penitentiary at Angola Sponsored by the Felicianas Chapter

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 Angola, LA $10 per person (includes lunch)

Meet at the First Baptist Church in St. Francisville, and then leave in a car caravan at 8:45 am for a tour of facility, return by 2:30 pm


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Lagniappe Studies Chapter Advisory Council Meeting Broadmoor United Methodist Church 9:30 am

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on the OLLI at LSU website: www.outreach.lsu.edu/OLLI


Instructor Biographies

Thomas Beard, PhD, alumni professor emeritus of economics at LSU, is an opera enthusiast and collector of opera recordings. His PhD is from Duke University.

Mona Bickham, MA from Southeastern Louisiana University. An experienced business education instructor for school faculty as well as students, she coordinated teacher training sponsored by the Louisiana Department of Education for Louisiana educators. She was honored as Business Teacher of the Year in 1998, and Vocational Business Teacher of the Year in 1998.

Charles Bigger, PhD, received his doctorate from the University of Virginia. Now retired, he served as professor and chair of the LSU philosophy department.

Robert Blumberg, BS, has 51 years of experience as a financial advisor.

Mary Bonino is co-owner of Barn Door Quilting, a long-arm quilting service company. She has been in business for over four years and does beautiful work for area quilters as well as the surrounding area. She has quilted for many years and has experience in all methods of this popular craft. She received her BA in education from Dominican College in New Orleans.

Henry and Monica Bradsher have lived in India, the Soviet Union, and Hong Kong. They now lecture worldwide on cruise ships. Henry has won American national awards for journalism and, later, for intelligence work, and Monica has won national awards for innovative educational materials developed at the National Geographic Society. Henry has a BA and BJ from the University of Missouri. Monica has an MA in education from Harvard.

Earlene Broussard, MS, from LSU is an instructor in the LSU Cajun French program. A native of Vermillion Parish, French is her first language.

Margaret Calhoun is co-owner of Barn Door Quilting, a long-arm quilting service company. She has been in business for over four years and does beautiful work for area quilters as well as the surrounding area. She has been quilting for many years and has experience in all methods of this popular craft. She received her BA in education from LSU.

Peter Callery, SJ, taught high school for 36 years. His avid interest in the power of story-sharing arises from his experiences in teaching and preaching. He gives retreats at Manresa House of Retreats in Convent, Louisiana.

Madeleine Campbell educated at the University of Algiers and the U.S., is a native of France. She is an experienced teacher of French in private schools, and the Peace Corps Training Center.

J. M. Cox has taught life-writing for 15 years and publishes student memoirs.

Anne-Marie Davis, BA, has a degree in commercial art. She has traveled extensively in Europe, Africa, the South Pacific and the United States. She received her AA from Delgado College and her BA from the University of Nice in France.

Elizabeth Denton, BA, is a professional artist and certified in teaching Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. She brings many years of experience and enthusiasm to the classroom and has the ability to focus on each individual’s skills to help him develop to his full potential. She holds a BA in fine arts.

Roland Doucet has taught Cajun dancing for the past 26 years.

Susan Dubinsky is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Lebed Method Instructor. She is retired from the State of Louisiana Office of Mental Health and currently teaches Healthy Steps for Cancer Survivors at the Baton Rouge General Hospital.

Frances Falcon, BS, from Florida State is an active Rosarian and editor of the Roseline Newsletter. She is active with the Rose Society and the Botanic Garden Foundation.

Claire Fontenot, is a master gardener who volunteers at the Baton Rouge Botanic Garden, Windrush Gardens, La House and other places of interest. She received her BSN from the University of Southeastern Louisiana.

James George and his wife Judi are partners in the firm of George and George, Ltd., specializing in the field of admiralty and maritime law. He has served as national president of the American Board of Trial Advocates, trustee and national vice-president of the American Inns of Court Foundation, and the Dean Henry George McMahon American Inn of Court, and is chair of the Louisiana Bar’s committee on professionalism that focuses on ethics and professionalism. He serves on the boards of directors of several organizations in the community, such as the St. Elizabeth Foundation, and the board of the Baton Rouge Symphony Association.



Dan Gill, MS, is a well-known author who provides gardening information around the state through the mass media and the Internet. He is associate professor (Consumer Horticulture) in the School of Plant Environmental and Soil Sciences at the LSU AgCenter. He received his MS from LSU.

James Hardy, PhD, is a professor of European history, LSU Honors College. He received his PhD from the University of Pennsylvania.

Roger Hinson, PhD, received his degree from the University of Tennessee. He is with the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness at LSU. He has conducted a program of research and marketing, with a particular emphasis on vegetables, fruits, and ornamental plants industries.

Margaret Koai is a private painting instructor with 10 years of instructional experience.

Madhurendu H. Kumar, PhD, is a priest at the Temple of the Hindu Samaj in Baton Rouge. He has served on the faculty of several universities in the United States. He received his PhD from LSU.

Trish Kaplan, MA in education from George Washington University. She is retired from the state after a career in the Training and Human Services Administration.

Art Landry is president emeritus, American Camellia Society and director of the International Camellia Society. He received his BS in physics from LSU.

Jerry Leggio is a retired contract research coordinator for Gulf South Research Institute and is a well-known local actor who has been in numerous movies and stage productions. He designed the casting system for the Louisiana State Employment Service, won a Louisiana State Science Foundation project entitled Development of the Motion Picture Industry in Louisiana that received national acclaim that resulted in the formation of the Louisiana Film Commission.

Li Li, PhD, is an associate professor, the Jo Ellen Levy Yates Professorship, and the Director of the Peripheral Neuropathy Studies in the Division of Movement Sciences within the LSU Department of Kinesiology. His research focuses on gaining a better understanding of the control strategies of the human neuromuscular system. Professor Li received his PhD in Biomechanics from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.

Linda Lightfoot, BA, is the retired executive editor of The Advocate where she worked for 42 years. As a reporter and editor, she kept abreast of First Amendment developments as they affect the news business. As a reporter, she covered courts, the Legislature and several executive branch agencies. As editor, she headed the newspaper’s news operation for 15 years and now works with the Louisiana Press Association to analyze bills affecting access to information. She received her BA from the University of Mississippi.

Gerald Lively, was an on-air volunteer on public radio in Baton Rouge. During that time he hosted a number of programs featuring various types of music, including opera, Broadway and movie music, and pops. He has taught a number of courses for OLLI including opera, nostalgia, music for the movies and Great Books discussions. He also started the Reading the Classics Book Club which meets at the Bluebonnet Library.

Roberta Van Zandt Loflin, BA, studied watercolor, drawing and color theory at the Art League School in Alexandria, Virginia, and communication design at Northern Virginia Community College. Roberta has been teaching watercolor courses since 2003 through the Lagniappe Studies Unlimited Chapter, LSU Student Union Leisure Courses, and Louisiana Art and Artists Guild. She has served as president of the Louisiana Art and Artists Guild, and volunteers with Opening Doors, a children’s summer mural program. Her representative is Oak Street Gallery in Hammond, Louisiana. She received a BA in art history and theory from George Washington University.

Fara Mabrey, BA, received her BA from the Universita de Bari. She is a native of Italy and has taught Italian and French in schools in Italy and France. Fara served as an interpreter for military personnel stationed in the Naples area.

Denise Magnat, BA in Education from the University of Algiers, North Africa. She has taught French as a foreign language to all age groups for 37 years in several countries in Africa, Europe, the South Pacific and in a few states in the US.

Ann Martin, PhD, is an instructor of English and teaches classics of Western civilization, British literature, and literary theory at LSU. She agrees with Sir Philip Sidney that literature should instruct and delight, and she aims to let it do both in her courses. Her PhD is from LSU.

Marchita Mauck, PhD, is a professor of art history at the LSU College of Art and Design. She received her PhD from Tulane University.

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Alison McFarland is an Assistant Professor of Musicology at LSU. She holds a BA degree from Chapman College, and MA and PhD degrees from University of California, Santa Barbara.



Robin McCullough-Bade, MDiv from Trinity Lutheran Seminary, Columbus, Ohio, serves as the executive director of the Interfaith Federation of Greater Baton Rouge. She has served as a pastor, educator and retreat leader.

Tom Moore, BS from Kansas University. He serves as president of the OLLI at LSU Advisory Council. He is retired from Crown ZellerBach-James River as Project Manager and the US Army where he attained the rank of colonel. He has enjoyed traveling to more than 100 countries.

Sara Morgan is a Microsoft Certified Developer and recognized expert in the field of web development using Microsoft SQL Server. She has published six technical books, along with dozens of online and printed articles. In March of 2007 she was awarded the prestigious Microsoft Most Valued Professional (MVP) award for her work with Microsoft Speech Server and Office Communications Server. She creates technical guides that can be used by small business owners or charities to build a professional web presence.

Allen Owings, PhD, received his PhD in horticulture from Mississippi State University. He is a professor of horticulture at the LSU AgCenter.

Zhujun Pan, MSc, is a second-year doctoral student focused on motor behavior in the LSU Department of Kinesiology where she teaches tai chi. Ms. Pan received her MSc from the Capital Institute of Physical Education, Beijing, China.

Olivia Pass, PhD from University of Louisiana, Lafayette, retired from teaching at Nicholls State University in 2004 after teaching in Louisiana for 38 years. She was the editor of the Louisiana English Journal for 10 years, and an officer of the Louisiana Council of Teachers of English for 20 years. Dr. Pass worked for the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities as the associate director of Prime Time Family Reading Time, a literacy program. She is an adjunct instructor at the Baton Rouge Community College.

Ron Perritt, PhD, is a retired electrical engineer who worked for many years at Dow Chemical in the area of process control. He taught in the Electrical Engineering Department at LSU for over 10 years. He is a member of University Baptist Church in Baton Rouge where he has taught theology and Bible study for almost 40 years. Ron has a Master of Theological Studies degree from Emory University in Atlanta.

Joe H. Ratcliff, THM, is the pastor of First Baptist Church in St. Francisville. He received a BA from Mississippi College and a BD, MRE and THM from New Orleans Baptist Seminary.

Darlene Reaves, MAST, has taught at the New Orleans Center for Science and Math, and the West Feliciana High School. She recently retired after 31 years of teaching science. She holds a MAST (Master of Arts in Science Teaching) and is National Board Certified in earth science.

Robert Robinson, PhD, earned his PhD from LSU. He has a wide background in structural linguistics, theatre, and Plato’s thought, plus much teaching, and more important, learning experience. He taught in Europe through the University of Maryland for a program sponsored by the Department of Defense.

Nancy Sidener, PhD, from the University of California, Davis. Before retiring, she taught economics at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs, and part-time at LSU, while directing the Louisiana Council for Economic Education.

Cory Sills, is an archaeologist pursuing field research in southern Belize. She has worked in consulting archaeology prior to returning to field research. She has taught courses at LSU and plans an academic career in Maya archaeology.

Carolyn O. Thornton, MA, has taught at both the secondary and collegiate levels. For 16 years, she owned and operated C.O. Thornton Communications, a management consulting firm assisting businesses and individuals to maximize their performance through effective communication practices. She received her MA from LSU.

Eugene Tims, DSC, is a professor emeritus in electrical engineering. He received his DSC from Washington University.

Francis W. Vanderwall, MA, MDiv, PhD, teaches theology at Our Lady of the Lake College. He directs retreats and workshops on spirituality, prayer and various aspects of the psychology of religion across the nation. He specializes in motivation for radical change in human behavior as a result of spiritual conversion experiences. He is a spiritual director, and was a Jesuit of the New Orleans province for many years. He is the author of five books and has taught in the LSU School of Social Work. He received his MDiv from Jesuit School of Theology, Berkley, California.

Arend Van Gemmert, PhD, is an assistant professor and director of the Fine Motor Control and Learning Laboratory in the Division of Movement Sciences within the LSU Department of Kinesiology. His research is centered on learning and control of fine motor tasks: handwriting, drawing, pointing, and reach-to-grasp movements. Dr. Van Gemmert received his PhD from the University of Nijmegen (currently Radboud University, Nijmegen, The Netherlands).


About the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at LSUOsher Lifelong Learning Institute at LSU (OLLI at LSU) was established in 2007 as a membership-based community of mature adults who love learning and enjoy spending time with like-minded individuals. At present there are three chapters: Lagniappe Studies Unlimited Chapter in Baton Rouge, Felicianas Chapter in St. Francisville, and St. James Place Chapter in Baton Rouge. Our mission is to foster lifelong learning and individual growth for learners ages 50 and over by creating intellectually stimulating learning opportunities that enrich their lives. We welcome anyone that is interested in becoming a member. Membership is $40 per year and entitles a member to enroll in as many courses as he/she desires throughout the year.

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE 2010 ADVISORY COUNCILS

LAGNIAPPE STUDIES UNLIMITED CHAPTERCHAIR Emily Hubbard

VICE CHAIR Nabil Saad

MEMBERS Tommy Beard Ned Borie Marilyn Cramer Jo Ann Fryling Mitch Hollier (Past President)Mary Johnson Judy Miller Barbara Quirk Joyce Siegel Connie Smith

2010 COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS CURRICULUM Marcia Correll Louis Leggio

MEMBERSHIP Judy Miller Barbara Quirk

PUBLICITYConnie Smith

HOSPITALITYJeanette Marino

E-NOTES Trish Kaplan Donni Shields

COFFEE & LAGNIAPPE Marilyn Cramer

LIAISON WITH OTHER ORGANIZATIONSNed Borie

ST. JAMES PLACE CHAPTERCHAIR Judith Najolia

VICE CHAIR Gene Tims

SECRETARYMarilyn Rosenson

MEMBERS Eleanor Barry Mickie Chubbuck Ed Curry Susan Dawson Noelle Lancaster Don Leinweber Catherine Martin Carmel Mask Eugene Tims Jeanne Tims

2010 COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS CURRICULUM Louise Couvillion, ChairA.B. Clark, Vice-Chair

ST. JAMES PLACE STAFF Sybil Cox Angéla Guinchard

CONTINUING EDUCATION STAFF REPRESENTATIVES Doug Weimer, Executive DirectorDoreen Maxcy, PhD, DirectorDiana Wells, Coordinator

OLLI at LSULSU Continuing Education 1225 Pleasant Hall Baton Rouge, LA 70803

Phone: (225) 578-6763 Fax: (225) 578-7533 Web: www.outreach.lsu.edu/OLLI E-mail: [email protected]

FELICIANAS CHAPTERCHAIR Glenn Phillips

VICE CHAIR Kelly Ward

SECRETARYCharlotte McNamara

MEMBERS Gerald Blanchard Jane Dietrich Arlene Folmar Pat Heurtin Fred Mendenhall Olivia Pass Paul Stevens Debbie Thomas Carolyn Thornton Cathy Troy

2010 COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS CURRICULUM Josette Lester

REFRESHMENTS Arlene Folmar

PUBLICITY Jane Dietrich

COURSE COORDINATOR Kathleen Harris

FIELD TRIP Fred Mendenhall

E-NOTES Josette Lester

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE AT LSUCHAIRTom Moore Lagniappe Studies Unlimited Chapter

MEMBERSKatie Cherry, PhD, Director LSU Life Course and Aging CenterEmily Hubbard Lagniappe Studies Unlimited ChapterDon Leinweber St. James Place Chapter Glenn Phillips Felicianas Chapter Paul Stevens Felicianas Chapter Gene Tims St. James Place Chapter


Lagniappe Studies Unlimited Chapter Courses

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9:00-11:00 9:00-11:00 9:00-11:00 9:00-11:00

9:00-12:00

9:30-11:30 9:30-11:30 9:30-11:30 9:30-11:30

Christianity in Mark’s Gospels

Mosaics

Between the Wars 1918-1941

French II: Magnifique

Passport to Italy: Level II

Healthy Steps

Emmanuel Levinas

Exploring Color in Watercolor

Financial Securities

Update on the World

This is Economics?

A 19th Opera Season

French I

Basic Watercolor

Fabulous Felines

2010 Fall Schedule of Courses

11:00a-1:00p

12:45p-2:45p 11:30a-1:30p 11:30a-1:30p 11:30a-1:30p

Special Topics for Gardeners

Great Books Discussion Group–

Series 3

Christians, Jews, and Muslims

Great Decisions Update

Issues in the Food Industry

Passport to Italy

The Life, Times & Science of

Charles Darwin

Chinese Ink Painting

1:00-4:00

Origins of Philosophy

1:30-3:30 1:30-3:30 1:30-3:30 1:30-3:30 1:30-3:30

Spirituality, Prayer and Healing

French Conversation

The Cultural Heritage of India

Film Stories: Part III

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