Fall 2012 - Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at California State University Monterey Bay

2 OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE • CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, MONTEREY BAY

What is OLLI@CSUMB?OLLI@CSUMB, a non-profit orga-nization, is one of more than 100 Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes nationwide and is made possible thanks to the generous support of The Bernard Osher Foundation, in-kind support from CSU Monterey Bay, membership fees, and dona-tions from people like you!

OLLI@CSUMB provides personal enrichment opportunities for peo-ple age 50 and better through an ever-expanding offering of over 70 unique, university-based courses, lectures and experiences annually.

At OLLI@CSUMB, members ex-plore academic subjects that embrace history, science, the arts, current events, and much more, through interaction with outstand-ing faculty and a vibrant commu-nity of learners.

Membership FeesValid from Aug. 2012 — May 2013

All-Inclusive Membership - $210•Includes an unlimited number

of courses (subject to availability), Fall and/or Spring terms •An OLLI Parking Pass•Priority registration •Guest privileges•Discounts to CSUMB World Theater, Aquatic Center and athletic events •Free/discounts to select OLLI lectures & events

Plum Membership - $180•Includes 6 courses annually,

Fall and/or Spring terms•Priority registration•Discounts to CSUMB World Theater, Aquatic Center and athletic events •Free/discounts to select OLLI lectures & events

Mini-Plum Membership - $120•Includes 4 courses annually,

Fall and/or Spring terms•Discounts to CSUMB World Theater, Aquatic Center and athletic events •Free/discounts to select OLLI lectures & events

Individual Course Membership* - Fees as listed ($20 - $90)Register for the course(s) you are interested in. $20 of your initial course fee will go toward your OLLI Membership which includes: •Free/discounts to select OLLI

lectures & events

*Does not apply to single lectures.

ParkingParking permits are required on campus. A special OLLI Parking Pass is included in the All-Inclusive Membership only.

Daily parking permits are avail-able to purchase from the dis-penser in our conveniently located parking lot. $.50/hr or $2/day. You may purchase a special annual OLLI Parking Pass for $54. Please see page 20 (back of registration form) for additional terms and con-ditions.

OLLI@CSUMB wishes to thank our

committee volunteers:Brenda Aronowitz, David Epel,

Nan Farrell, Barbara Ford, Sandy Hale, Pat Hanson,

Karen Kadushin, Raimie Kristie, Jeffrey Munks, George Riley,

Eileen Tremain, Malcolm Weintraub,

Doug Wilhelm, Jay Zwagerman

MembershipMembership in OLLI@CSUMB is required to participate in the full range of offerings. To make things easy, membership is included in all four levels of enrollment. Interest-ed in experiencing a taste of OLLI before enrolling as a member? Our single lectures are a great way to get to know us.

OLLI@CSUMB acknowledges our valued partners:

C.W.J. Johnson One man bandDel Monte California Circa 1899

Membership Benefits At a Glance

Membership Type All-Inclusive Plum Mini-Plum Individual Course

Free OLLI Lectures P P P PCSUMB Discounts P P P

Priority Registration P PGuest Privileges P

Parking P

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On the cover: 11th Cavalry platoon on Del Monte Beach

circa 1935 A.C. Heidrick photo

Catalog design: Arthur Simons

Editorial Consultants: Patrice Vecchione and Karen Kadushin

As we embark on our sixth year, we welcome returning mem-bers and many new lifelong learners to the CSU Monterey Bay campus. With more than 30 offerings this fall, OLLI@CSUMB invites you to dive deep into a world of knowledge, discovery and personal growth.

In order to continue this program at its current level of excel-lence and participation, we will need to rely more heavily on the generosity of those who believe in the transformative work of lifelong learning and want to support its continuation and growth.

Discover how rewarding it can be to shape your OLLI. There are many ways you can put your own personal touch on a pro-gram that is designed and intended to meet your needs. We are limited only by our imaginations and our inspiration to turn ideas into action. Please consider…

• Sharing your experiences & inviting a friend to join • Writing a check in any amount to support a sustainable OLLI• Volunteering to lead or serve on a committee With our deepest thanks and best wishes for a fulfilling year,

Michele Crompton Director of OLLI@CSUMB

Erin Frolli Program Coordinator

About the photographs...The photographs that illustrate this Fall 2012 OLLI@CSUMB course catalog have been gener-ously provided by Pat Hathaway of California Views, the most comprehensive historical photo collection of the Monterey Bay area with over 80,000 images in its archives.

You can view nearly 10,000 of these fascinat-ing photographs online at http://caviews.com

where prints may also be purchased for use in research, publications, historical displays, and personal display in your home and office.

Dedicated to the preservation of our photographic heritage

All photos © California Views. All rights reserved.

Annual Fund 2012-2013

To meet OLLI’s financial and pro-gram goals, members are asked to contribute as generously as they can to the OLLI@CSUMB Annual

Fund. With your help, we can keep fees as low as possible while securing the future of a program

that has become a vital part of the educational landscape here on the

Central Coast. If you donate this fall, your donation will be doubled!

Intersection of Alvarado Street and Calle Principal from Custom House Monterey, California Circa 1940


The Cinema of Krzysztof KieslowskiKrzysztof Kieslowski (1942 – 1996), one of the most re-vered, imitated and celebrated filmmakers in the world, created startlingly beautiful films that were charged with moral inquiry and revealed the drama of everyday life. His unique talent has been described as perceptive, empathetic and enigmatic – a cinematic poet. And his films are referred to as subtle, mysterious, metaphysical, haunted and haunting.

In this course, we will screen Kieslowski’s final four films, which brought him international prominence: “The Double Life of Veronique”, and the “Three Colors” tril-ogy – “Blue”, “White” and “Red”. They present gorgeous images and compelling characters and also probe the deeper levels of his cinema: with a blend of irony and tenderness, he raises questions about behaving morally in a debased world.

Dates: Thursdays, Aug. 30; Sept. 13, 20, 27 (4 sessions)

Time: 3:00 – 6:00pm Place: The Carl Cherry Center for the Arts, Guadalupe and 4th, CarmelFee: $50

Malcolm Weintraub, a Carmel resident, is an inveterate cineaste, a devotee of film studies paying special attention to cinema thematics. He recently presented film series on di-verse subjects: “The Blacklist”; “From German Expressionism to Film Noir”; “Surveillance and Eavesdropping”; “Rediscover-ing Orson”; “Seriously Woody”; and “An Altman Sampler”.

Great Decisions: Discussion Group for Pressing Global IssuesThe OLLI Spring 2012 Great Decisions course was based on a Briefing Book published by the Foreign Policy Asso-ciation. This popular discussion group, led by Fred Law-son, will continue in the fall with topics selected by the group. Participants are encouraged to pursue indepen-dent study on the selected subjects and to share their knowledge and views, but listening is fine too. The first discussion will focus on the global population explosion.

OLLI@CSUMB and the World Affairs Council of the Mon-terey Bay Area present this class jointly. Seating is limited so please register early.

Dates: Tuesdays, Sept. 4, 18; Oct. 2, 16, 30; Nov. 13, 27; Dec. 11 (8 sessions)Time: 4:00 – 5:30pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $20

Fred Lawson served as a soldier in Europe during WWII and later as an officer in Korea. He graduated from the Univer-sity of Illinois and received an MBA from Stanford. Advancing through the ranks of the Army reserves, he ultimately served as the Commanding General of the 91st Division. Concurrently, Fred worked as a senior executive in the mining industry and in other civilian endeavors worldwide.

Plein Air Writing PracticeEach month we explore outdoor settings around the Monterey Peninsula and use timed spontaneous writ-ings to coax thoughts on to paper and into the sunlight. During each session we walk in silence, write, and read aloud to each other without comment. We invite sea-soned and aspiring writers to join us for our sixth sea-son. Please bring a pen, notebook and wear comfort-able walking shoes and clothing suitable for an outdoor class. Recommended reading: Writing Down the Bones by Natalie Goldberg.

Dates: Tuesdays, Sept. 4; Oct. 2; Nov. 6; Dec. 4 (4 sessions)

Time: 9:30 – noon Place: Varies (TBA) Fee: $45

Roxane Buck-Ezcurra is a writer and editor. Roxane collabo-rates with not-for-profit organizations, philanthropic founda-tions, and independent publishers to create concise and en-gaging content. She has studied writing with Natalie Goldberg.

Kathy Whilden is a Soto Zen Priest and Zen meditation teacher at the Monterey Bay Zen Center. Kathy has worked with Nata-lie Goldberg in timed writing workshops, is a founding member of the OLLI Writers’ Circle, and blogs about life in Monterey.

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Understanding CancerCancer is a complex disease that warrants our atten-tion. From causes to treatments, there is no single an-swer. Current research even suggests that each cancer is unique to the individual. In this introductory course, we’ll touch upon the causes, diagnosis, classification, treatments, and prevention of cancer in easy to under-stand language.

Dates: Tuesday, Sept. 4 and Thursday, Sept. 6 (2 sessions)Time: 9:30am – noonPlace: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $30

Roger Luckenbach, PhD is an Emeritus Professor of Biology and former Director of the Biotechnology Program and the Honors Science Program at Fresno City College. He brings over 40 years of teaching and research, including the Univer-sity of California, Santa Cruz and the Smithsonian. For years, he penned the “Roger’s World” column for the Coast Weekly.

OLLI “Good Reads” Book ClubGet your monthly dose of good reading. Read or re-read best sellers, prize winners and other notable books. Join other OLLI members in a facilitated lively discussion once a month. Biographical information on the author and background on the issues in the book will be presented by the facilitators. Suggested reading includes: The Road Home by Rose Tremain; The Reader by Bernhard Schlink; The Lacuna by Barbara Kingsolver; and The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga. The cost of books is not included in the course fee. Please read The Road Home before the first class.

Dates: Wednesdays, Sept. 5; Oct. 3; Nov. 7; Dec. 5 (4 sessions)Time: 10:00am – noonPlace: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $20

Eileen Tremain is a veteran food professional as a photo styl-ist and food writer. She advocated for family health issues on the local, state and national levels while working at Planned Parenthood. Eileen is an avid reader and longtime member of the OLLI family. Patricia Tollefson recently retired from a 35-year teaching career at community colleges in California. She taught exposi-tory writing, literature and psychology. She is currently taking art courses and working on a second mystery novel.

The Mosaic of Russian Life and CultureRussia is the largest country in the world, covering more than one-eighth of the Earth’s land area; with 143 mil-lion people, it is the eighth largest population. Through a series of lectures, this course will provide an introduc-tion to Russian life and culture with an emphasis on the national character and mentality. We will explore how the Russian national character has been shaped by ge-ography and history, learn about the cultural values and lifestyle, and get a glimpse into Russian art, music and folklore.

Dates: Wednesdays, Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26 (4 sessions) Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $45

Elena Sheygal-Placzek, PhD is a retired professor of the Volgo-grad Pedagogical University, Russia, and has a PhD in Linguis-tics/Linguistic Anthropology. She has taught courses in ESL, American Studies, Cross-cultural Communication and Russian Life and Culture to American students. Ms. Sheygal-Placzek was a visiting scholar at UC Berkeley on an AAUW grant (2006).

Printing Press Salinas, California4x5 Glass Plate Circa 1910


The Art of the Short FilmThe art of short-form filmmaking dates back to 1895 with Thomas Edison, Louis Lumière and the magician, George Meliès – the world’s first filmmakers. “Shorts” span the globe, and the genres, expanding and refresh-ing our ideas of storytelling with their poignant, compel-ling and unforgettable moments. We will explore the world of international short filmmaking in this mini-tour of film history, with individual class sessions focusing on the Short Narrative, the Documentary Short, Animation and Experimental Films. Films from well-known and un-known directors will be featured, spanning the decades from the 1940s to the 21st century. Discussion of form, technique, story structure and the distribution market for short films will be examined. As brevity is the soul of wit, prepare yourself for some delightful surprises!

Dates: Thursdays, Sept. 6; Oct. 4; Nov. 1; Dec. 6 (4 sessions) Time: 3:00 – 5:30pm Place: OLLI@CSUMBFee: $45

Karen Davis is Senior Film Programmer for the Mill Valley Film Festival. She teaches courses in world cinema and cultural stud-ies, and has been on the faculty of several institutions, includ-ing CSU Monterey Bay and Vassar College. Karen has written, produced, and directed numerous film and video productions, primarily in the documentary genre.

Tackling the Tough Ones Together: James Joyce’s UlyssesMany of our most thoughtful pieces of literature are dif-ficult to read alone. The level of creative inquiry that the reader must bring to bear while reading such lit-erature is significant; therefore, it’s much more enjoy-able to approach these books in a group setting with a guide. In this course, we’ll tackle James Joyce’s master-piece, Ulysses. This novel deserves focused attention; it tops most lists of the best literature of the twenti-eth century. The rewards of reading Ulysses will last a lifetime. (The book is not included in the course fee.)

Dates: Fridays, Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19 (7 sessions)Time: 8:30 – 11:30am Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $60

Renee R. Curry, PhD has been teaching and writing about lit-erature and film for over 25 years. She is a recognized scholar of twentieth century literature and film. Dr. Curry is currently a full professor in the Division of Humanities and Communica-tion at CSU Monterey Bay and the former dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences.

Hotel Del Monte Station Southern Pacific Del Monte Depot C.W.J. Johnson Photo Circa 1895

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Conflict Resolution: Psychological and Spiritual PerspectivesPsychologist Dr. John Gottman found that he could pre-dict eventual divorce with a high degree of accuracy by studying a four-minute videotape of a couple trying to resolve a conflict. We’ll review his findings and look at other material to gain skills in resolving our own conflicts, not just in marriage, but in various relationships as well—between family members, friends and in business. We’ll discuss body language and other nonverbal behavior. Spiritual perspectives will also be explored. We’ll look at ways to reverse the usual order of resolving conflicts with an emphasis on facilitating and nurturing unity from the very beginning of the process.

Dates: Wednesdays, Sept. 12, 19, 26 (3 sessions) Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $40

Roy Auerbach, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist who has been in practice on the Peninsula for over 35 years. He was Director of Clinical Training for the Fort Ord Clinical Psychology Internship Program and Director of the Chapman College Mas-ters Degree Program in Marriage, Family and Child Counseling.

Preview Tour of Art in the AdobesSeptember 14-16, 2012, Art in the Adobes once again showcases the Monterey Peninsula’s rich artistic tradi-tion behind the walls of our historic adobes. Preview the seven themed exhibits specially created for this popular event with Historian-Curator, Dr. Julianne Burton-Carva-jal, accompanied by Monterey State Historic Park Man-ager Michael Green. Choose the tour time that best fits your schedule. The ninety-minute tour will include:

1. Cooper-Molera complex, three rooms: “Painters’ Paradise: Landscapes & Seascapes”

2. Stevenson House: “Magnificent Murals” display plus recreation of “A French Painter’s Studio in Monterey”

3. Casa Gutierrez: “Monterey Artists Abroad” and “Moods of Monterey by Rediscovered Artist Lockwood de Forest”

Date: Thursday, Sept. 13 (single lecture)Time: Tour 1: 10:00 – 11:30am; Tour 2: noon – 1:30pm; Tour 3: 2:00 – 3:30pm Place: Cooper-Molera Garden, MontereyFee: $30 (A portion of the proceeds to benefit Art in the Adobes)

Write the Morning AwaySome say the world is made of stories. Need a little in-spiration to find and kindle yours? Each Saturday, Patrice will lead the group in a couple of writing exercises to sup-port you in discovering that which you most need to say, in whatever form you called to say it—poems, stories, songs, journal entries and dreams. We’ll look at our lives up close and the world at our doorsteps. Find freedom in expression and joy in writing. Each session will include opportunities for those who wish to share their work. In order to give each participant ample time to do so, en-rollment will cap at 15. Priority registration will be given to those who can attend all four sessions.

Dates: Saturdays, Sept. 8; Oct. 13; Nov. 10; Dec. 8 (4 sessions)

Time: 9:30am – 12:30pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $70

Patrice Vecchione, the author of Writing and the Spiritual Life and a book of poetry, Territory of Wind, is currently at work on a book about the connection between nature and the imagina-tion. Patrice edits poetry anthologies, makes collages, and is the author and performer of the one-woman play, A Woman’s Life in Pieces.

Art class Pebble Beach Circa 1950


Tai Chi for Health and WellnessThis six-session course will introduce participants to the basic theory and internal work necessary for the effective practice of Tai Chi. Learn to apply the most important prin-ciples of Tai Chi, including breathing, warm-up and qigong exercises to stretch tendons, help open energy centers and joints for the purpose of regulating the circulation of en-ergy in the body. Through a short Sun Style 12 Movement Tai Chi Form students will learn about therapeutic ener-getics and its relevance to personal health and wellbeing.

Dates: Mondays, Sept. 17, 24; Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 (6 sessions) Time: 1:00 – 2:30pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $60

Leonard Han is a lecturer at CSU Monterey Bay in the Kinesi-ology department. He’s studied Taiji in China and has taught Taiji, Qigong, Martial Arts and Chinese Lion Dance since 1982. Leonard is a certified instructor with the International Healing Tao under Qigong Grandmaster Mantak Chia, and the 59th In-door Disciple of Grandmaster Chen Qingzhou, Chen Family Tai-jiquan. He is also certified with Dr. Paul Lam’s Taiji for Arthritis program.

The OLLI Writers’ CircleThe OLLI Writers’ Circles turn six this year! Whether you’re a beginning writer, a published professional, or in the process of shifting from one genre to another, the circles offer you a creative, collaborative atmosphere in which to share your work, receive feedback and develop your writing voice. Open to all levels. Each circle is lim-ited to 12 participants. First come, first served.

Dates: Thursdays, Sept. 20, 27; Oct. 18, 25; Nov. 1, 8, 15, 29 (8 sessions) Morning: 9:00am – 11:15am Midday: 11:15am – 1:30pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $90

Elin Kelsey, PhD is passionate about facilitating people’s cre-ative expression through writing, science and collaboration. She is an acclaimed author of books for adults and children, including Watching Giants: The Secret Lives of Whales and Not Your Typical Book About the Environment. Elin’s newest book, You Are Stardust will be published in September, 2012. This October, she will serve as Writer-in-Residence at Hedgebrook, a writing retreat committed to creating a global community of women writers authoring change.

Coastal Mysteries with Steven WebsterSept. 19: Coral Reefs and Climate ChangeCoral reefs are tropical shallow water communities that are hugely important to the health and welfare of tropi-cal oceans, island nations and continents in which they lie. Among the most productive of all marine communi-ties, they provide most of the animal protein to tropical Indo-Pacific islanders, protect coastlines from typhoons and tsunamis, and provide limestone rock for construc-tion. Reef animals are the source of pharmaceutically active products including anti-cancer and antibiotic drugs. Highly sensitive to the rise of sea surface tem-peratures, they are the “canary in the mine” for the ocean’s response to climate change. Join us for an in-troduction to coral reef animals, their natural history and the reef community’s response to climate change, along with a prognosis for their long term viability.

Sept. 26: Mexico’s Secret Sea - The Sea of CortezBetween the Baja California peninsula and the Mexican mainland lies the Sea of Cortez. This gulf experiences widely variable oceanic conditions. The north can be warm in summer/fall, and chilly in winter/spring. The south remains semi-tropical throughout the year, with seasonal variation. As a result, tropical fishes swim with sharks and sea lions. Seaweeds flourish during the cool seasons and disappear when it is warm. Because the Gulf is deep, and the upwelling of nutrients from deep water occurs on a tidal cycle, the Gulf is well fertilized with nutrients. It is common to see huge schools of sar-dine, herring and other “baitfish,” large pods of whales and dolphins, and seabirds feeding on these abundant resources. Join us on a natural history tour of this re-markable body of water.

Dates: Wednesdays, Sept. 19, 26 (2 sessions)Time: 10:00am – noonPlace: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $30

Steven Webster, PhD retired from the Monterey Bay Aquarium as Senior Marine Biologist in 2004. Formerly a zoology profes-sor, he’s also a certified SCUBA diving instructor, an underwater photographer and videographer. Dr. Webster has documented the beauty and diversity of ocean life for over forty-five years. His diving experience has taken him to the Sea of Cortez, the Great Barrier Reef and numerous other locales.

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Autumn Migration of Predatory BirdsEarly autumn draws southbound migrant birds-of-prey (raptors) to our California coast. In addition, these species transit the range of our resident Califor-nia Condors. We will search for both raptors and con-dors from a prime viewing area in Big Sur. Our field session will be preceded by an orientation slideshow in the Big Sur Station just beyond Big Sur State Park.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 22 (1 session course) Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm Place: Big Sur State Park Fee: $30

Bruce Elliott is a retired Senior Biologist Supervisor with the California Department of Fish and Game.

Elkhorn Slough: An Ecological Success Story In this two-part series, we will explore the natural history and conservation efforts of the Elkhorn Slough, the largest coastal wetland outside of the San Francisco Bay. The Elkhorn Slough Foundation is now the largest landowner in the Elkhorn watershed. It manages nearly 4,000 acres of wildlands, farms and ranches, and has been quietly transforming the land into an ecological success story. Additionally, the slough is a globally important bird area, a National Estuarine Reserve and part of the National Marine Sanctuary. Come learn about this remarkable area and hear first hand the stories of its history and conservation. Then, join Mark the following day for a hike to get an inside view of one of the hidden natural treasures along California’s Central Coast.

Talk: Monday, Sept. 24, 10:00am – noon, OLLI@CSUMBWalk: Tuesday, Sept. 25, 10:00am – 12:30pm, Elkhorn Slough Reserve Fee: $25 (2 sessions)

Mark Silberstein, Director of the Elkhorn Slough Foundation, is a marine zoologist who has conducted research in habitats around the world, from the Arctic to Antarctica and from the Galapagos to Tierra del Fuego. For the past 27 years he has led the Foundation in an effort to protect and restore the slough.

The November 2012 California Ballot: Death and TaxesFred Keeley, former Speaker pro Tempore of the Califor-nia Assembly, will give four lectures on the topic of the California General Election 2012. The talks will cover the ballot measures facing voters in November, and offer in depth discussions of the politics and policy of those mea-sures. The final session, to be held following the elec-tion, will provide a debriefing of the General Election re-sults and their anticipated effects on our lives.

Sept. 29: Overview of the BallotOct. 13: Dive Deep into the Death and Taxes InitiativesOct. 27: Dive Deep into the Remaining InitiativesNov. 10: What Do the Election Results Mean for California? Day/Time: Saturdays, 10:00am – noon (4 sessions)Place: CSUMB Music Hall Fee: $65

Fred Keeley, Santa Cruz County Treasurer, is a former member of the California State Assembly. He serves on numerous state-wide boards and commissions and is a member of the Leader-ship Council of California Forward.

Geraldine-Ann Fishing Boat with a deck loadFishermans Wharf Monterey Bay, California Circa 1939


Celtic Myth, History through Imagination (6000BC-400AD)The Irish people have had a special affinity for story—tales of mythic heroes, supernatural entities and epic deeds—since ancient times, when they were so often a conquered people. In this course, we’ll look at the imaginative out-pouring of stories from pre-historic times through the in-troduction of Christianity. We’ll explore the correlation between Irish mythological tales and the people’s strug-gle for freedom, and we’ll enjoy, not just the history, but also the modern Irish response to their cultural heritage.

Dates: Tuesdays, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Nov. 6 (6 sessions) Time: 10:00am – noon Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $50

Dan Gotch is a founding member of PacRep Theatre where he has directed numerous Irish plays. Previously, he ran The Carl Cherry Center for the Arts, staging adaptations of Irish litera-ture, Irish plays and a yearly Irish Gala. Dan has taught Irish lit-erature and theater arts at all academic levels for over 35 years.

Understanding China’s Economic ChallengesChina is frequently in the news, but many economic reports are incomplete or confusing. This lecture will enable participants to extract meaningful informa-tion about this global giant within the mainstream press. Recapping China’s economic development since 1949, Mr. Ipson will then analyze the challenges fac-ing the country in maintaining growth during a pe-riod of global turmoil. This economic analysis will also provide an intriguing look into the future regarding China’s political sphere and its relations with the U.S.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 3 (single lecture) Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: Free to Members/$10 Public

Michael Ipson pursued Chinese studies at Berkeley, Stanford and Harvard before embarking on a career in banking. He lived in China and Hong Kong for a total of 28 years, as a banker and then with IFC, the private sector investment arm of the World Bank.

Statistics: Don’t Let Them Fool YouWith the upcoming elections, the public will be inundat-ed with conflicting polling data regarding the candidate’s chances for victory in November. This series will look into differences and examine possible causes for the vari-ability in the results that occur (intentionally or uninten-tionally). We will watch Hans Rosling’s popular video The Joy of Stats and explore how these techniques might be used with data of local interest and how they may apply to the elections. Participants will be encouraged to bring examples of the above topics obtained from sources that are found in outside readings. The goal of this course is to improve our understanding of data and the conclu-sions that are drawn from them while having fun in the process.

Dates: Fridays, Oct. 5, 12, 19 (3 sessions)Time: 1:00 – 3:00pmPlace: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $40

Richard Post, PhD retired from San Jose State University in 1984 where he taught statistics in both the Mathematics and Industrial Engineering departments for 27 years. He was then recruited by Intel to inaugurate a statistical program to im-prove quality and reliability in the U.S. and Far East.

Can Style Predict a President?In this course, we will look at presidential styles through history, characterizing and contrasting the presidencies of FDR, Ike, JFK, LBJ, Reagan, Clinton, and Obama, as well as candidate Romney. We’ll debate the merits of each, in terms of character, staffing style, goals and attitude, as well as public presentation skills. Visual materials will be used to augment comparisons, offer a sense of the era in which each served and to add a touch of humor.

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Oct. 9, 11; 16, 18; 23, 25 (6 sessions)

Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $50

Peggy Downes Baskin, PhD is an author, university professor, photographer and philanthropist. She graduated from Vassar magna cum laude in 1953, and thirty years later she earned a doctoral degree in politics from the Claremont Graduate School of Public Policy. Ms. Baskin went on to enhance her ca-reer at Santa Clara University and the University of California, Santa Cruz originating courses on Presidential Management Styles and The Politics of Aging, Women & Power.

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Pop Ernest’s Monterey: A Cultural HistoryPeople have made their living fishing the Monterey Bay starting with the Rumsien Ohlone, the native people of the area. Monterey Bay was a multi-cultural stew with whalers from the Azores, squid fishermen from China, salmon fishers and abalone divers from Japan, and Sicil-ians fishing sardines in the “dark of the moon.” In two sessions you will discover people and cultures of Mon-terey’s colorful past and hear fascinating stories about Old Fisherman’s Wharf and those who worked and walked there including famed German Restaurateur, “Pop” Ernest Doelter.

Dates: Wednesdays, Oct. 10, 17 (2 sessions) Time: 10:00am – noonPlace: Monterey Wharf and surrounding neighborhoodFee: $30

Tim Thomas, a fourth generation native of the Monterey Bay area, served as historian and curator of the Monterey Mari-time & History Museum for 16 years. He has worked with the Monterey Bay Aquarium, California State Parks and the Mon-terey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, is the Director of the J.B. Phillips Historical Fisheries Project, and has written and lec-tured extensively on the fisheries of Monterey Bay.

Learning to See, Seeing to Learn: Examining Art and the ArtistIncrease your understanding, knowledge and enjoyment of art! We’ll view paintings from the 15th century to the present. This series of three classes will combine lectures on art history, slides and discussion. Beginning with The Elements of Painting, we’ll look at the various ways art-ists communicate with viewers. Whether the piece is representational or abstract, the language of line, shape, color, space and pattern is the artist’s form of transmis-sion. The Big Idea investigates the intersection between artist and subject. There is always a dynamic, compelling and personal blend that makes a good painting a great one. Design and Color (desegno e colore) is a method by which the history of art can be organized. Examining these two distinct approaches to painting is a great way to reveal the personalities of the artists.

Dates: Monday, Oct. 15, 22, 29 (3 sessions)Time: 10:00am – noonPlace: OLLI@CSUMBFee: $40

Tory Raggett received her BA in art history from UC Berkeley. After graduation, she studied painting in Florence, Italy. She earned her MA at San Jose State University, with concentra-tions in art education and painting. Tory teaches painting classes for the city of Carmel and art history classes in the Monterey area and on San Juan Island, Washington. Her paint-ings are in private collections.

Pop Ernest Seafood RestaurantFishermans Wharf Monterey, CaliforniaCirca 1931


Through the Lens: The Science and Art of the Monterey Peninsula Oct. 22: Environmental Studies of the Central CoastThe Salinas Valley, the Monterey Bay and the Big Sur coast make up a bioregion—a landscape connected by geogra-phy and by human settlement and usage. We have been reshaping this environment to suit our purposes for mil-lenia. However, only in the past two centuries have we possessed the means and the power to make wholesale changes that affect the very functioning of Earth’s bio-sphere—the web of life that provides us with everything from oxygen to food. The Monterey Bioregion is a micro-cosm of the conflict and cooperation that characterizes human interaction with nature. Come learn about the opportunities and challenges we face as custodians of this special part of the planet.

Oct. 29: The Monterey Peninsula: Muse for Photography and ArtOne of the primary questions art instructors ask their students is: “What are you trying to say?” Whatever the medium, an artist’s statement is a response to the influences that speak to them. There is no doubt that our locale is the muse that speaks through the distinctive art and photography of Monterey. For over a century, Monterey artists and photographers from Jules Tavernier to Chiura Obata to Ansel Adams have been captivated by the foggy moodiness of our seacoast. Today, cultural cross-pollination, in fields from mythology to marine bi-ology to music, continues to catalyze creativity around the Peninsula. Take a look through a curious biologist’s eyes at the artists who have responded to the call of the place we call home.

Dates: Monday, Oct. 22, 29 (2 sessions) Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $30

James Thompson is a marine biologist who teaches Environ-mental Science at Monterey Peninsula College and Hartnell College. He has been a photographer since 1971 and taught Nature Photography at CSU Monterey Bay.

Stepping Into Regional History IV: Landmarks of the Monterey Region, 1900-1950Meeting each week at a different landmark, this course will explore developments in the Monterey re-gion during the first half of the 20th century. Prospec-tive venues include Carmel Library, the Monterey Civic Center, Ed Ricketts’ laboratory, and the former Fort Ord. Key figures include developers Frank Devendorf (Carmel) and S.F.B. Morse (Pebble Beach), Spanish-re-vival builder J.C. Anthony (Monterey & Pacific Grove), and marine biologist Ed Ricketts (Cannery Row), close associate of novelist John Steinbeck. Guest speak-ers will be invited to share their particular expertise.

Dates: Fridays, Oct. 26; Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30 (5 sessions) Time: 1:30 – 3:30pm Place: Varies (TBA) Fee: $50

Julianne Burton-Carvajal, PhD organizes exhibitions related to the art and history of California throughout the state. Former-ly Professor of Spanish Literature and Latin American Studies at the University of California, Santa Cruz she publishes exten-sively on the social, architectural and artistic heritage of this region.

Wells Fargo Express Del Monte Bakery Alvarado Street Monterey, California I. W. Taber Photo Circa 1885

Japanese Church Lake El Estero Monterey, CaliforniaA. C. Heidrick Photo Circa 1926

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The Art of Monterey - A Walking TourThe City of Monterey offers the largest and most impres-sive collection of public art on the peninsula. Many of the works date back to the 1930’s and some are as recent as the late 1990’s. It is an eclectic collection that offers a wonder-ful insight into the evolution of the local arts community. Two unique tours will be conducted. Each tour will begin in downtown Monterey and will include paintings, mu-rals, sculpture and historic locations reemphasizing how they relate to one another through history and culture.

For each tour, be prepared for a gentle walk that will in-clude viewing and discussion of public artworks along the way.

Dates: Fridays, Nov. 2, 16 (2 sessions) Time: 10:00am – noon Place: TBA Fee: $30

Susan Klusmire is an arts advocate, with more than 30 years of experience in the local arts community. She is the former Mu-seum and Cultural Coordinator for the City of Monterey. For 20 years she was charged with overseeing and implementing the preservation and installation of public art throughout the city. She is recently the past Director of the Carmel Art As-sociation, the second oldest local artist cooperative in the U.S.

Early Chinese Fishing Villages of the Monterey PeninsulaA chance discovery of a photo at Whalers Cabin at Point Lobos State Reserve launched Gerry Low-Sabado on a personal journey that led her to trace the history of the Chinese on the Monterey Peninsula through generations of her family. She will share this history; show a docu-mentary made by CSUMB students on the history of the Chinese fishing villages that once existed on the Penin-sula; explain the Chinese contribution to the fishing in-dustry and the scientific community; and talk about the archaeological dig at the Pacific Grove Chinese village site – now the location of Stanford’s Hopkins Marine Station. She’ll also show video clips of her family’s seventh-gen-eration descendants participating in the annual Walk of Remembrance as they return to the village site in Pacific Grove to pay respects to their family’s legacy.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 14 (single lecture) Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: Free to Members/$10 Public

Gerry Low-Sabado is a fifth-generation Chinese American who was unaware that her ancestors once thrived in the Chinese fishing villages along the Monterey Bay shores. Gerry strives to bring understanding and respect to Chinese American history in the towns where her ancestors were born and still live.

McAbee ChinatownChinese Fishing BoatsNew Monterey,CaliforniaJ.K. Oliver photocirca 1911


Celebrating the United Nations with a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the 2012 International Film FestivalOctober 24, 2012 marks the 67th anniversary of the Unit-ed Nations. Please join us to commemorate this occa-sion and get a sneak preview of this year’s International Film Festival presented by the Monterey Bay Chapter of the United Nations Association (Nov. 8 - 10, 2012 at the Golden State Theatre in downtown Monterey).

Larry Levine, president of the Monterey Bay Chapter of the UNA, will kick off the evening with a brief talk on the history of the United Nations and why the Monterey Bay Chapter presents this highly regarded festival. Karen Davis, Senior Film Programmer for the Mill Valley Film Festival, will reflect on the importance of documentary films and introduce a short film for the evening’s viewing. We’ll conclude with a post-film discussion and a cake to celebrate the U.N.’s 67th birthday.

Date: Wednesday, Oct. 24 (single lecture) Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB (venue subject to change) Fee: Free - all are welcome

The Whales of Monterey Bay Join us for an illustrated review of our local whale popula-tion including those likely to be found while cruising the bay on a whale-watching trip. An inside look at “great whale” species such as Blue, Humpback and Gray as well as less commonly found Orcas, dolphins and porpoises. Recommendations for prime whale-watching opportuni-ties will also be provided.

Date: Thursday, Dec. 6 (single session) Time: 6:00 – 9:00pm Place: OLLI@CSUMB Fee: $20

Bruce Elliott is a retired Senior Biologist Supervisor with the California Department of Fish and Game.

Behind the Scenes: Spamalot and the King Arthur LegendThere really is a correlation between Celtic mythol-ogy and Pythonesque theatrical silliness—this class will prove it to you! During our first session we’ll discuss the Arthurian legends as represented on stage and in film. For our second session, on December 2, the class will at-tend PacRep’s matinee performance of Spamalot, Monty Python’s recent musical send-up. Following the perfor-mance, we’ll move to the front rows of the theatre for a cast and crew chat.

Talk: Thursday, Nov. 29; 6:00 – 8:00pm (OLLI@CSUMB)

Show: Sunday, Dec. 2; matinee Place: Golden Bough Theatre, Carmel Fee: $25 plus ticket (Each participant may purchase one ticket at a special discount rate.)

Dan Gotch is a founding member of PacRep Theatre where he has directed numerous Irish plays. Previously, he ran the Carl Cherry Center for the Arts, staging adaptations of Irish litera-ture, Irish plays and a yearly Irish Gala. Dan has taught Irish literature and theater arts at all academic levels for over 35 years.

Hovden / Portola Cannery Row Present site of the Monterey Bay Aquarium entrancePat Hathaway photo Circa 1977

Photographer with folding cameraPoint Lobos3x5 Film Neg.Circa 1905

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Life Mapping Ever wonder how you can stay true to your passions and contribute to the world during this time of great shifts? In this course, you will create your own personal road map for living your dream, with heart and meaning. Clarity will emerge as each participant charts their gifts, talents and passions. You will be guided to create your own action plan for sustaining personal health, spiritual, emotional and financial fulfillment and see concretely where you want your life to go. As we explore these personal gifts and what we love, we create an individual map that not only allows us to make meaningful contributions but also generates daily practices to keep us in balance with health, clarity, and joy.

Dates: Wednesdays, Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31 (4 sessions)Time: 1:00 – 3:00pmPlace: OLLI@CSUMBFee: $65 Elizabeth Murray an award-winning and best-selling author of Monet’s Passion: Ideas, Inspiration and Insights from the Painter’s Gardens and Cultivating Sacred Space: Gardening for the Soul, inspires a commitment to beauty, nature, spirit and sustainability. Elizabeth’s dedicated herself to projects around the world from Monet’s Gardens, to remote African villages to the Amazon rain forest.

A Fort Ord Education: The Military and CSU Monterey Bay Built on the same land that once held Fort Ord, CSU Monterey Bay shares some surprising similarities with the former military base in terms of educational styles. This course will look at how both institutions use class-room time and the surrounding environment to educate their students and how they shape attitudes and values to reflect those of each entity. This insightful lecture will also include a look at original documents from both in-stitutions as well as a screening of classic military mov-ies such as “Basic Training,” which was filmed at Fort Ord in 1968. Date: Friday, Dec. 7 (single lecture)Time: 9:30am – noon Place: OLLI@CSUMBFee: Free to Members/$10 Public

Steven Levinson is a full time faculty member at CSU Mon-terey Bay where he teaches digital film, radio and Service Learning. He is Co-Chair and Director of Acquisitions for the Fort Ord Museum and Archives.

Fort Ord Army Base Monterey, California Circa 1942 5x7 Negative

L. A. Beevers and CurelyCalifornia Rodeo SalinasJuly 1920


Get an inside look into the writer’s life and the world of making books. The area’s fin-est writers will provide an intimate look at the paths they took to the books they’ve published. Peek into their lives and ask them about inspiration, discipline and motivation, while sparking your own creative juices!

All sessions will be held on Tuesdays from noon – 1:00pm in the OLLI Building. Free and open to the public. Pre-registration appreciated.

Sept. 18: Phillip Butler, PhDDr. Butler is the author of Three Lives of a Warrior, the autobiography he completed when he was 72. He’ll read from this compelling book that explores his time as a carrier pilot during the Vietnam War and his eight years in captivity as a POW. He’ll also discuss the process of writing an autobiography.

Nov. 13: Ann Jealous & Caroline HaskellCombined Destinies: Whites Sharing Grief About Racism. This courageous anthology begins a conversation encouraging self-examination and compassion. Intimate stories from 51 writers invite readers to look at how white Americans have been hurt by racist ideology; a reader’s guide offers opportunity for personal exploration. Co-editors will share their journey.

Dec. 4: Elin Kelsey, PhDElin’s newest book, You Are Stardust, is a picture book that introduces readers to the idea that every atom within us came from a star. Elin is dedicated to reacquainting children with nature and sharing the ways in which we are a part of our earth. She’ll share her journey that led her to this book and sign copies.

Salinas City Band Salinas armory built in 1896 Salinas, California C.W.J. Johnson Photo 8x10 Glass Neg. Circa 1897

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Moss Landing Marine Laboratories are dedi-cated to the pursuit of excellence in both ed-ucation and research. Come hear from four Master’s candidates who are at the frontier of marine science worldwide and learn what discoveries are being made at this renowned facility.

Day/Time: Wednesdays; 4:00 – 5:00pmPlace: OLLI@CSUMBFee: $30 (4 sessions)

Oct. 17: Hawaiian Monk SealsTenaya Norris, Vertebrate EcologyHawaiian monk seals are critically endangered and the population continues to decrease at a rapid rate. Conservation agencies are examining multiple techniques to increase survivorship, including the translocation of juvenile monk seals to areas within the Hawaiian Archipelago, such as Nihoa Island, that offer a greater probability of survival. Come learn about the research and recovery efforts surrounding these precious mammals.

Oct. 24: Tackling Ocean Pollution Nicole Bobco, Biological OceanographyOver the past 20 years, the increase of unwanted aquatic organisms in our marine ecosystems appears to be related to ballast tank discharge from ocean-going vessels. To help mitigate this problem, several water treatments have been developed to remove or sterilize the organisms; however, no standard method exists to determine whether or not these treatments will be successful. Join Ms. Bobco as she presents her research on the effectiveness of a new tool for detecting changes in the ocean’s health.

Nov. 7: California LeatherbacksDeasy Lontoh, Vertebrate EcologyThe leatherback turtle is the largest of all living sea turtles. From their nesting beach in Indonesia, leatherbacks migrate across the Pacific to the California Current ecosystem. This epic journey of over 10,000 miles takes nearly a year to complete. In the Pacific, leatherback populations are rapidly declining. Discover how scientists study movement, foraging behavior, and reproduction of leatherback turtles to better understand their biology and ecology, and to identify ways to help population recovery.

Nov. 14: Local Kelp ResearchSarah Jeffries, PhycologyThis session will review the various kinds of local kelps and how they are important to the local ecology of the Monterey Bay. Kelps are a major habitat for most of our local species of rock fish, sea perch, and various invertebrates. Ms. Jeffries will share how these animals interact with the kelp forests and the true meaning of the famed quote: “The number of living creatures of all orders, whose existence intimately depends on the kelp, is wonderful.” --Charles Darwin.

Going Out Fishing Boats Looking towards Cannery RowMonterey Bay, California George J. Seidenick Photo Circa 1929


These timely talks are free and open to the public. Members are encouraged to bring friends. Pre-registration appreciated. All sessions will meet from 10:00am – noon in the OLLI Building.

Oct. 26: Penetrate the Lettuce DivideThe largest economic enterprise in Monterey County is agriculture. It generates $4 billion annually, includes 1,500 businesses and 25,000 employees, and is twice the size of the hospitality industry. Agriculture focuses on market share, production levels and safety, land use, regulatory restrictions, efficient water and energy use, and much more that’s largely out of view of most Peninsula residents. Urban interests on the Peninsula and beyond worry about pesticide use and run-off, organic options, issues of immigration, land use, and more.

Join in on a moderated panel discussion that will represent growers, shippers, regulators and those with urban interests. Here’s a chance to explore the dynamics of the divide, gain understanding of our differences and to find common ground with those who share the fantastic benefits of this wondrous Peninsula.

Nov. 9: The Politics of Water For as much as we hope our water will never go away, we sure hope our water problems will! The simple answer to the question “Will we ever find a solution?” is yes. Between competing proposals, unclear leadership, high costs, and litigation, it will not be simple! However, progress is being made. Attend this town hall event and hear from a panel of experts to get an update along with answers to these questions: Who is leading and who is a problem? What are the costs, and why are they so high? What are the political issues? What is in our future? George Riley, water activist and CPUC Intervener, will moderate the panel.

Nov. 30: Living Well with ArthritisThink there’s nothing you can do about arthritis? Great news! You can act right now. Some of the ideas presented in this session are simple, one-time actions. Others are first steps toward longer-term goals. All can directly or indirectly improve your health, outlook or pain level, and can make life with arthritis a little easier. Gain a deeper understanding of the many forms of arthritis and the best ways to manage it, along with the best strategies for eating an anti inflammatory diet and the health benefits of regular exercise. You will come away with strategies to take control of arthritis and other chronic diseases.

Helen Stemler, PhD was a professor and administrator who worked at Monterey Peninsula College, Hartnell, Hunter College and abroad. She was also a public health researcher for Johns Hopkins Health Systems. Dr. Stemler is now “living well” with fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis.

Brocolli Crowns Packing Shed Castroville, California Circa 1950

Pedal Boat Roberts LakeSeaside, California Circa 1895

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If you purchase a Multi-Course Membership, individual course fees cannot be refunded. We are happy to place you in an alternate course of your choosing.

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Getting to OLLI@CSUMB – It’s Easy!We are at the corner of Inter-Garrison and 6th Avenue on the CSU Monterey Bay cam-pus – just minutes away from the shores of Monterey Bay. Parking is plentiful and just a crosswalk away from the OLLI Building.

Alternative Transportation Options:http://transportation.csumb.edu

ParkingDaily parking permits are available to purchase from the dispenser in our conveniently located parking lot. $.50/hr or $2/day.

Please note if purchasing a special OLLI Parking Pass it is restricted to the OLLI parking lots (#70 and #71) except on the occasion when an OLLI offering is held elsewhere on campus.

MPC Parking Permits will be honored at CSUMB.

Directions

From Highway 1: Take Light-fighter Exit • Turn Left onto Gen. Jim Moore • Turn Right onto Inter-Garrison Road • Turn Left just be-fore 6th Avenue • Take immediate Right into parking lot #70

From Reservation Road, Salinas: Take Imjin Road • Turn Left onto Abrams Drive • Follow until road ends • Turn Right onto Inter-Garrison Road • Turn Right just after 6th Avenue Road • Turn Right into parking lot #70

Artist painting Fishermen’s Wharf Monterey, California Wm. L. Morgan photo Circa 1948

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