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in ActionProgram Catalog Fall 2020

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Learning in Retirement 2020 - 2021 Steering Committee

Officers

Jim Krueger, President 920-385-4939

Jerry Lang, Vice President 920-836-1978

Kathi Sawall, Secretary 920-231-4153

Terrie Kragenbrink, Treasurer 920-233-0235

Committee Chairs

Administrative / Finance Jerry Lang

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Membership/Promotion Sharon Koerner

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Curriculum Co-Chairs Barb Schmitz Kathy Larson 920-233-6569 920-426-2161


From the President Greetings Fellow LIR Members,

LIR finds itself, along with the rest of the world, in an unimaginable position. “Social distancing” and the wearing of masks have become the “new normal.” Once everyday occurrences – a trip to the grocery store, meeting friends for coffee – must be weighed carefully before proceeding.

Your health and safety remain our top priority.

Due to the challenges of safe physical distancing under these pandemic circumstances, all fall 2020 programs will be offered virtually. Many speakers, old favorites and new, have agreed to present and are listed in this catalog.

The Steering Committee has explored many virtual platforms and decided the best option for LIR is Microsoft Teams. This program is easy to log onto, does not require a download on your computer and offers closed captioning, if needed.

The course offerings for the Fall semester are the same quality programming you have come to expect. The courses include favorite topics such as history, current events and politics plus new topics to keep us learning. This approach will keep us in touch and learning until we can safely return to live presentations and face-to-face camaraderie.

We will be offering sessions to help you learn about the software prior to the presentations so you will have a comfort level as to how it works and can log into presentations easily.

Looking forward to seeing you in a virtual presentation!

Sincerely, Jim Krueger LIR President

LIR’s connection to the UW Oshkosh campus is through the Division of Online and Continuing Education office.

You may contact us at 920/424-0876 or through e-mail at [email protected]. To meet with staff please make an appointment in advance.

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About Learning in Retirement & Membership

Providing lifelong learning opportunities for active, older adults

The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Learning in Retirement (LIR) is a self-directed, membership-based association, offering learning opportunities to its members.

Members choose topics or subjects, take the lead in organizing classes, discussion groups or tours and participate in peer teaching and learning. There are classes and instructors, but no tests or grades. LIR is affiliated with UW Oshkosh’s Division of Online and Continuing Education who hosts the organization and facilitates various learning activities.

Membership The annual membership fee for LIR is $100. Membership year is July 1 thru June 30; renewals are due on July 1 each year. New members may join at any time. Memberships fees can be paid by the semester $50 each in Fall and Spring or the full year in Fall.

Your LIR Membership fee of $100 includes: • Attendance at unlimited programs for one academic year, including:

o Learning sessions led by experts in their fields;o Member-led interest/study groups;o Member taught learning sessions;

• Ability to purchase a UWO Titan Card for $5, which entitles you to:o Access to Polk Libraryo UWO’s Healthy Titans Programo You can put money on your Titan Card to use at campus dining locations, the

University Book Store and More, campus vending and copy machines.

You can register on line and pay at www.uwosh.edu/lir , click on “Become a Member or Renew Your Membership”, or mail in your completed membership form along with a check to the Learning in Retirement office.

Mailing address: Division of Online and Continuing Education. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 800 Algoma Blvd. Oshkosh, WI 54901-8623

Credit / Debit card payments can only be accepted electronically. You may only use this payment method when submitting your registration on-line. The LIR office is not able to process credit / debit card payments over the phone.

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INFORMATION

Program Change Notifications If there is a last-minute program schedule change or cancellation, an email will be sent to all members. If you signed up for the program and do not have an email, the program coordinator will call you. All other changes/cancellations will be announced in the e-newsletter.

Stay Connected with LIR

Follow LIR on Facebook www.facebook.com/lir.uwo to see pictures of LIR programs and events!

Join our e-mail list. LIR sends a e-newsletter to LIR members. The newsletter serves as a reminder for upcoming programs and gives information about program changes. Please provide your email address to LIR on your registration forms or send an e-mail to [email protected].

How to Register for Programs

ON–LINE: Register on-line day or night by going to: www.uwosh.edu/lir. Under “Curriculum Offerings” click on the “Register” button. You will be redirected to the online registration site.

MAIL: Complete the registration form and mail it to the Learning in Retirement office at: Division of Online and Continuing Education. University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 800 Algoma Blvd. Oshkosh, WI 54901-8623

BRING TO THE OFFICE: Drop off your completed registration form at the LIR Office located at UW Oshkosh’s Lincoln Hall, on the corner of Algoma Blvd and Wisconsin Ave. Enter the building thru Door #3 on the east end of the parking lot.

For more information about registration, please contact the LIR office at 920/424-0876

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Virtual Course Information

All courses will be offered virtually using Microsoft Teams program. The presentations will be done in real time using live stream video conferencing and audio-conferencing options. This allows participants to log in and watch on your internet enabled devise (computer, smart phone or tablet) or call in, using your phone and listen to the presentation. Closed captioning is also available if needed. We will post the log-in links for the presentations on the LIR website and email the links to all registered participants.

The instructors will present as usual talking directly to you and sharing their power point presentations. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with the presenter, ask questions and share comments using the chat function.

Connecting is not difficult. We will be offering training sessions to help you learn about the software prior to the presentations so you will have a comfort level how it works and can log into presentations easily.

We suggest you log in for presentations 30 minutes prior to the start time. This will allow the LIR office staff to assist you if help is needed. The office number is 920/424-0876.

Special Interest Groups

1) Readers’ ChoiceLove books and reading? In the Readers’ Choice book group, we get input from our members to select what to read for the next semester. Our book for September will be “Just Mercy” by Bryan Stevenson. Please get your own copy if you can. We will choose the rest of our books at our first meeting on September 2.

Dates: Wednesdays; September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2 Time: 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Coordinator: Lois Hedge Limit: 15 Participants

2) Garden GroupExperts will present on a variety of gardening and landscape topics. Field trips to area nurseries and gardens are a favorite activity. Group participants decide on the programming and activities.

Dates: Fridays; September 11, October 2, November 6, December 11 Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Coordinators: Debby Butch and Ginny Evans

3) Life Story Writing GroupLearn how to write your autobiography. The focus of this group is to provide resources, share your autobiographical writings and offer feedback to one another. You will be given writing prompts or themes to focus on, but participants are free to write on any topic.

Dates: Tuesdays, September 22, October 27, November 24, December 22 Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Coordinator: Helen Adams and Marsha Rossiter Limit: 15 Participants


Courses

4) The 2020 Presidential Election Process: Analysis and PredictionsA critical and nonpartisan examination of the 2020 presidential race. What impact might factors such as economic downturn, civil activism, COVID-19 responses, and social media have on the election? What are the projected outcomes and likely repercussions on the larger political landscape?

Date: Wednesday, September 9 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Coordinator: Evelyn Li Presenter: George Waller, Emeritus Associate Professor of Political Science

5) Stories From Oshkosh’s PastSit back, relax, and listen to crowd favorite, Randy Domer, spin stories of Oshkosh’s past. Randy is the author of several books involving Oshkosh’s historic past including “We Shall Never Pass This Way Again,” “Yesterday in Oshkosh…. My Hometown” and “Oshkosh: Land of Lakeflies, Bubblers and Squeaky Cheese.” He is president of the Winnebago County Historic and Archaeological Society, VP of The Butte des Morts Historical Preservation Society and board member of the Oshkosh Public Museum.

Date: Thursday, September 10 Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Coordinator: Bill Bracken Presenter: Randy Domer, Local Historian

6) How to Build a Healthy NeighborhoodIs your neighborhood healthy? What can you do to improve it? Pam Ruder, Executive Director of Healthy Neighborhoods, will cover: 1) benefits of a Neighborhood Association, 2) current neighborhood associations, 3) how to get started and 4) building relations to strengthen Oshkosh neighborhoods.

Date: Wednesday, September 16 Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Presenter: Pam Ruder, Executive Director – Healthy Neighborhoods Coordinator: Bill Bracken

7) Climate Change MitigationParticipants will learn about different technologies to mitigate climate change, from carbon capture to clean energy to energy efficiency measures in sectors like agriculture and transportation.

Date: Wednesday, September 23 Time: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Warren Vaz – Professor, Political Science UWO Coordinators: Evelyn Li & Mary Bayorgeon


8) US-Russia Relations: Cold War 2The current areas of US-Russia conflict include Ukraine, Syria, natural gas competition, Arctic, Iran and arms control. In each case, the situation has deteriorated during the Trump Administration. What can we expect from Trump’s second term, or from the first term of his Democratic successor?

Date: Thursday, September 24 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Michael Jasinski, Ph.D., Professor, Political Science UW Oshkosh Coordinator: Nathalie Moore

9) A Photo Safari in KenyaMary Ann Offer will be taking her audience along on a 2019 photo safari in the Masai Mara, Ambosell and Lake Nakura areas of Kenya. Expect to see close up photos of wildlife, beautiful landscapes, elegant campsites and memorable people. She will share some of the insights she gathered about the semi-nomadic culture from Masai acquaintances.

Date: Monday, September 28 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Mary Ann Offer – American Field Service Coordinator Coordinator: Nathalie Moore

10) ArachnidsSpiders, ticks, mites and more! Sure, arachnids can be kinda bitey but their benefit to the ecosystems in which they live outweigh their perceived negative personas. Naturalist and bug aficionado, Jessica Miller, will detail arthropods in the Arachnida class, familiarizing participants with common species found in northeast Wisconsin.

Date: Tuesday, September 29 Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Presenter: Jessica Miller, Naturalist, Mosquito Hill Nature Center Coordinator: Mary Shepard

11) Does Wisconsin’s “Tough on Crime” Approach Work?Wisconsin is tough on crime. It incarcerates people at a much higher rate than other states. But is this approach effective? Mr. Gossett has analyzed the data from Minnesota and New York. His conclusions may startle you and cause you to re-think your entire view of the criminal justice system. Don’t miss this presentation that will challenge your commonly held beliefs about being tough on crime.

Date: Wednesday, September 30 Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Presenter: Christian Gossett, District Attorney, Winnebago Co. Coordinator: Bill Bracken

12) A Short History of Presidential ImpeachmentsIn 2019 President Trump became only the third president in history to be impeached by the United States Congress. In this presentation Dr. Palmeri will provide a brief history of previous presidential impeachments and ask the audience to share their views on whether President Trump should have been impeached for the reasons provided by Congress.


Date: Thursday, October 1 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Tony Palmeri, Professor Communications Dept., UW Oshkosh Coordinator: Nathalie Moore

13) Facebook TechniquesDo you wonder how to use Facebook to follow your family and friends, as well as organizations? In this session, you will learn some basics about using Facebook: how to and the value of liking, sharing and commenting; appropriate content to respond to and share, how to connect with those you want to connect with and how to not see so much from those you don’t want to see. This session is for those who are on Facebook but would like to learn more about how to use it. This is an interactive session, so if you use a portable device such as smart phones, tablets and laptops be sure to have it available if possible. (Hint: make sure they are charged.) Those that use Facebook on their PC, please join in as well.

Dates: Tuesday, October 6 Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Presenter: Julie Kiefer, UW Oshkosh, LIR Program Manager

14) Misconception of Race“Race” is a social category, not a biological or genetic entity. This talk discusses why we are confused about “race” and how we fix it.

Date: Friday, October 9 Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Teresa Duello, Assoc. Professor School of Medicine and Public Health

Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology Coordinator: Trudy Jones

15) The Basics of Long-Term Care InsuranceProtecting financial assets in light of expensive care options for seniors will be discussed by elder specialist attorney, Joe McCleer. Topics covered include: 1) how prevalent is the need for long-term care (LTC) insurance; 2) different levels of long-term care; 3) cost of LTC; and 4) alternatives to LTC. Medicare does not normally cover long-term care. Find out your options with Mr. McCleer’s informational presentation.

Date: Monday, October 12 Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon Presenter: Joe McCleer Attorney – McCleer Law Coordinator: Bill Bracken

16) Stein’s Tea RoomLibrarian Michael McArthur will guide listeners through this unique jewel of Oshkosh’s past. Between 1924 and 1947 this distinct boutique, founded by Frank Stein, sought to bring elegance and joy to the fashion shopping experience. We’ll be joined by Betsy Comstock whose mother modeled there. She has some great stories to tell.

Date: Tuesday, October 13 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Michael McArthur, Local Historian and Genealogy Librarian,

Oshkosh Public Library Coordinator: Dixie Laehn


17) Polling and Predicting ElectionsWith Fall elections just weeks away, join this session and learn about election polling and predictions. Dr. Shober will help us understand who conducts polls and how the results are used by the campaigns. Learn what data is used to contribute to making predictions. Can polls and predictions affect the results of an election?

Date: Wednesday, October 14 Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Presenter: Dr. Arnold Shober – Professor of Government at Lawrence University Coordinator: Trudy Jones

18) What is CBD?CBD is quite a hot topic, but does the evidence live up to the hype? JJ will give an overview of your body’s endocannabinoid system and the role it has on your health. There will be a discussion of how cannabinoids such as CBD impact this system. There will be a clinical discussion of the use of CBD and who should or should not use it and then how to choose an appropriate product and dose.

Date: Thursday, October 15 Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Presenter: JJ Allen, Pharma D, RHP, Hometown Pharmacy Coordinator: Pat Lowney

19) Gardening for the Birds and the BeesBirds and pollinators are among the most beautiful and intriguing of our fellow species. However, many are in steep decline. Is there anything we can do to support them? Yes! This presentation will focus on inclusion of native plants in our yard and landscapes as a way to provide high quality food and shelter resources to birds and pollinators in all their life stages. A list of useful resources will be provided to attendees.

Date: Monday, October 19 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Jay Perry, Emeritus Senior Lecturer of Biology at UWO Fox Cities,

Board Member of Wild Ones Fox Valley Area chapter Coordinator: Evelyn Li

20) Houdini: An American Success StoryAs many of you know, Houdini spent part of his early childhood in Appleton and went on to become a leading figure in magic. Beginning in 1986, Tom has been fascinated with Harry Houdini; not only with his many magic successes but by his rise from poverty to international fame. Tom has spent almost every Halloween attending séances with the Official Houdini Séance in various parts of the world. Even though it is near Halloween, we are not expecting any unforeseen events but will experience exciting artifacts and events that Tom will present.

Date: Tuesday, October 27 Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Presenter: Tom Boldt, CEO of Boldt Construction and Houdini expert Coordinators: Judy Winzenz and Mary Bayorgeon

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21) Discover the Land Down Under Join Naturalist, Mike Hibbard, as he accounts a trip down under to New Zealand and Australia. Discover the unique faunal, floral, geologic and cultural features of this exotic region of the world through the eyes and lens of a naturalist.

Date: Wednesday, October 28 Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Presenter: Mike Hibbard, Naturalist, Mosquito Hill Nature Center Coordinator: Mary Shepard

22) Great Reads of 2020 Review many of the outstanding books of the past year. Mike will include both fiction and non-fiction in his talk and will provide lists of the books so you can plan your reading for the year ahead.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 5 Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Presenter: Michael McArthur, Librarian, Oshkosh Public Library Coordinator: Lois Hedge 23) Ransomware Attacks City of Oshkosh The City of Oshkosh’s computer system was held hostage last February by a ransomware attack. How did it happen? Who was responsible? How did the city fix it? Mr. Neumann, Manager, Information Technology Division, City of Oshkosh, was in the thick of it and will explain it all.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 10 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.

Presenter: Anthony Neumann, Manager, Information Technology Division, City of Oshkosh

Coordinator: Bill Bracken 24) Conflict: Why is it Good? Properly managed conflict can have many benefits both personally and organizationally. However, if conflict is poorly managed, it can be disastrous. Dr. Feinhauer explores how conflict can be successfully managed and challenges your perspective to decide whether conflict is in fact a good thing.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 11 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.

Presenter: Dr. Dale Feinhauer, UWO Assistant Dean, Professor School of Business Coordinator: Mary Shepard 25) Election Roundup Dr. Palmeri will review who won and who lost on November 3, give his explanation on why the results turned out the way they did, and ask attendees to give their opinions on what we can expect from the President and Congress as we move forward.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 12 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.

Presenter: Dr. Tony Palmeri, Professor, Communications Dept. UW Oshkosh Coordinator: Nathalie Moore


26) Venom Production and ConservationMToxins Venom Lab is a high-volume venom production facility formed in 2011 in Oshkosh. In 2020, it opened to the public to allow visitors to see a variety of animals on display, as well as watch venom operations from behind glass. This is a unique opportunity to learn about high volume venom farming as well as to learn more about how these animals, which are repulsive to some, save lives around the world. Join us for a presentation into the world of venom production and conservation.

Date: Friday, Nov. 13 Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Presenter: Nathaniel Frank, Owner and CEO Coordinator: Nathalie Moore

27) Explore What Makes a Community Livable for All86% of AARP members surveyed indicated that they wished to remain in their own community and most in their home as they age. Unfortunately, many communities are not equipped for this. Discover how people of all ages benefit from policies and programs that make neighborhoods walkable, feature transportation options, enable access to key services, provide opportunities to participate in community activities and support housing that is affordable and adoptable.

Date: Tuesday, Nov. 17 Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Presenter: Darrin Wasniewski, Associate State Director –

Community Outreach AARP Wisconsin Coordinator: Jerry Lang

28) Everything You Would Like to Know About the OSHKOSH HERALDHear from those who launched the Oshkosh Herald on its mission, editorial policies, community engagement and what to expect going forward. Publisher Karen Schneider and Editor Dan Roherty will share the Herald’s goal of making Oshkosh a more informed community.

Date: Wednesday, Nov. 18 Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Presenter: Karen Schneider and Dan Roherty, Publisher and Editor of The Herald Coordinator: Nathalie Moore

29) Elections 2020 Wrap-Up: Winnebago County ClerkThe Winnebago County Clerk will discuss the multiple functions of her office which serves as the administrative center for the County Board of Supervisors and oversees elections in Winnebago County. She will also address the security and integrity of our elections system and present an analysis of county election data from our November 3 Election Day.

Date: Thursday, Nov. 19 Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Presenter: Sue Ertmer, Winnebago County Clerk Coordinator: Jerry Lang


30) Constitutional Crisis: Where is the Roberts’ Court Headed?The U.S. Supreme Court is the final authority in interpreting the Constitution. Given the current ideological make-up, many are concerned as to how the Roberts’ Court will treat the constitutional issues of the day. Steve Sorenson has studied history and will make predictions as to the future rulings of the Court and its impact on our Constitution.

Date: Monday, Nov. 30 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Steve Sorenson, Attorney, Von Briesen & Roper, S.C. Coordinator: Bill Bracken

31) Local Assembly Representatives Face OffWhat happens when you mix a Democrat and Republican together in the same talk? Join in and find out when Gordon Hintz (Democrat) and Michael Schraa (Republican), representing Oshkosh in the State Assembly, debate the current issues of the day. Who knows, maybe they will even agree on something.

Date: Friday, Dec. 4 Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. Presenter: Gordon Hintz and Michael Schraa, Wisconsin State Assembly Legislators Coordinator: Bill Bracken

32) Review the Case Between UW Oshkosh and UW Oshkosh FoundationWhat really happened between the financial projects undertaken by UW Oshkosh and the UW Oshkosh Foundation. Miles Maguire covered the story for the Oshkosh Herald. He will explain the relationship between the Foundation and the University and what line got crossed, resulting in the former chancellor and vice chancellor each pleading guilty to a single count of felony misconduct in office. Mr. Maguire will review the history of this case, so you have a thorough understanding of this complex financial arrangement.

Date: Tuesday, Dec. 8 Time: 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. Presenter: Miles Maguire, Contributor, Oshkosh Herald Coordinator: Bill Bracken

33) Celebrating UW Oshkosh’s Sesquicentennial (150 years of education)UW Oshkosh is celebrating its 150-year birthday. Who better to chronicle its distinguished history than Joshua Ranger, UW Oshkosh Archivist? With degrees from the University of Cape Town and University of Wisconsin, Joshua will highlight the University’s highlights over the past 150 years and project the next 150. The University is undergoing important changes as it prepares students for the future. Don’t miss this look at an integral organization in the community.

Date: Wednesday, January 20, 2021 Time: 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. Presenter: Joshua Ranger, University Archivist and Head of Public Services Coordinator: Bill Bracken


SEPTEMBER 2020 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2 3 4 5 1) Reader’sChoiceBook: “Just Mercy”by BryanStevenson2:00-3:30

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PresidentialElection Process1:30-3:00

5) Stories FromOshkosh’s Past1:00-2:30

2) GardenGroup10:00-11:30

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 6) Build a HealthyNeighborhood10:00-11:30

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Admin/Finance Meeting 10:00-11: 30

3) Life StoryWriting10:00-11:30

Curriculum Meeting 10:00-noon

7) ClimateChange Mitigation1:00-3:00

Steering Meeting 10:00-noon

8) US-RussiaRelations: ColdWar 21:30-3:00

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10) Arachnids1-2:30

11) Wisconsin’s“Tough on Crime”Approach1-2:30


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22) Great Readsof 20201:30-3:30

2) GardenGroup10:00-11:30

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 23) Ransomware Attacks City of Oshkosh1:30-3:00

24) Conflict: WhyIs It Good?1:30-3:00

25) ElectionRoundup1:30-3:00

26) VenomProductionandConservation10:00-11:30

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27) What Makes aCommunity Livablefor All1:00-2:30

28) OshkoshHeraldNewspaper1:00-2:30

Curriculum Meeting 10:00-noon

29) Elections2020 Wrap-Up10:00-11:30

Steering Meeting 2-3:30

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THANK YOU!

Learning in Retirement extends its thanks and appreciation to the individuals and organizations listed below who have given their time, shared and added their wealth of knowledge and skill to the enrichment of the programs from which our members benefited greatly this past semester.

Spring 2020 Guest Presenters

Dr. Tony Palmeri, UW Oshkosh

Dr. Teresa Welglarz, UWO Fox Cities

Dr. Stephanie Spehar, UW Oshkosh

Dr. Beth Johnson, UWO Fox Cities

Susan Rabideau, UWO Fox Cities

Richard Vandevender, Richard Kalinoski, Merlaine Angwall, Jane Purse Wiedenhoeft, John Zarbano, Kristina Mosley UW Oshkosh Theatre Department Bill Urbrock, Emeritus Professor, UWO

Marsha Rossiter, UWO

Lori Palmeri, City of Oshkosh Mayor and Council Member

Susan Ertmer, Winnebago County Clerk

Nicole Thurk, Fox Valley Technical College

Emily Rock, Debra Daubert - Oshkosh Public Museum Michael McArthur, Sara Kumerow, Sharon Schwartz - Oshkosh Public Library Beth Oswald & Alicia Gehrig, Christine Ann Center Jeffrey McNuttry, New Retail Ethos,LLC

Charles Manthey, Sports Photographer

Mike Rohrkasta & Susan McFadden, Fox Valley Memory Project Tom Sutter Dr. J.J. Allen, Hometown Pharmacy

Mark Dougherty, Mark’s East Side Restaurant

Karen Ziemke, St. Joseph Food Pantry

Chef Jason Knoll – Evergreen

Host Locations

Evergreen Retirement Community

FVTC, Oshkosh Campus

Coughlin Center

Oshkosh Public Library

Oshkosh Public Museum

Miravida Living

Bella Vista

Park View Health Care

Fredric March Theatre

UWO Fox Cities Theatre

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