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Individualized Gene Therapy
May 2013 The ConTinuing eduCaTion CenTer aT ranCho Bernardo Founded 2004
The remington Club ii, 16916 hierba drive, San diego 92128 858-487-0464 www.cecrb.org
Lectures for Lifelong Learning
A fitness center for the mind
Philosophers Who Changed the World: A SeriesJohn Locke
John Locke (1632 – 1704) is regarded as one of the most important and influen-tial philosophers ever. The French En-
lightenment drew heavily on his ideas, and he was viewed as one of the prophets of the American and French revolutions. Widely
known as the father of classical liberalism, his contributions to classical republicanism and liberal theory are reflected in the United States Declaration of Independence.
Manuel arriaga, Ph.d.
May 14 (Tue) 10 a.m. #240
The History of San Diego from 1800s to WWI
How San Diego has changed greatly since it was named by Sebastián Vizcaíno in 1602 as he mapped
the coastline of California for Spain. The lecture will focus on the growth of the city from the 1800s to World War I. California became part of the United States in 1848.
historian Linda Canada of the San Di-ego History Center in Balboa Park.
May 22 (Wed) 1:30 p.m. #244
This presentation covers scams targeting seniors and identity theft, with a focus on how seniors can be tar-geted through their computers. Plus how the lecturer
solved cases of two con artists who preyed on local seniors.
FBi Special agent John roberts
May 7 (Tue) 10 a.m. #237
The Age of Do-It-Yourself Medicine
Wireless devices, smartphones, and clever algorithms are now changing
the traditional model of healthcare. This exciting movement is already transforming how we create new medical devices, con-
duct medical research, connect patients on a global scale, and personalize therapy.
ravi Komatireddy, M.d., uCSd
May 8 (Wed) 1:30 p.m. #238
Revealing Senior Scams
A Portrayal of Moses
This lecture will discuss the Supreme Court since the beginning of Justice John Roberts’ tenure as Chief Justice. The background and political makeup of the Court will also be presented. The lecture will include discussion of notable de-
scent decisions and a revisiting of the Obama Care Decision. Attention will also be given to significant pending cases including the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA), California Proposition 8 (Ban on Same Sex Marriage), and the Voting Rights Act and Voter Regis-tration Laws.
Frank asaro, J. d.
May 1 (Wed) 1:30 p.m. #235
The Supreme Court
Moses is the prophet who tran-scends the faiths of the Middle East. He is the most important
prophet of Judaism and is also considered a very important prophet in Christianity, Is-lam, and a number of other faiths.
Peter Small portrays Moses and a number of other historical figures. His portrayals grew out of his love of history while he taught history in the greater Los Angeles
When the Hotel Del opened in 1888, it was the larg-est resort hotel in the world. It has hosted presi-dents, royalty, and celebrities through the years
and has been featured in numerous movies and books. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977.
gabe Selak is the Public Programs Manager of the San Diego History Center of Balboa Park.
May 15 (Wed) 1:30 p.m. #241
The Music Men of the Early 20th Century
The melodies written during the first half of the 20th century that became timeless standards will
be performed for attendees of the Con-tinuing Education Center by a piano and bass duo.
Marv Drucker, who leads the duo, played piano principally with New York
The Contemporary Era
society orchestras at private func-tions for notable public figures that included past Presidents Nixon and Reagan.
Marv drucker, M.A., Columbia Univer-sity Teachers College.
May 2 (Thu) 1:30 p.m. #236
History of the Hotel Del
and Washington, D.C. areas. He has per-formed for a wide range of national audi-ences, including the Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, Herbert Hoover, and George Bush Presidential Libraries and on the History Channel. He is presently an adjunct instruc-tor for the North Orange County Communi-ty College District’s Older Adult Program.
Peter Small
May 23 (Thu) 1:30 p.m. #245
rodgers & hart
Rodgers & Hart, Cole Porter, George Gershwin
Cost for CEC members is $5 per class; cost for nonmembers is $7 per class. There is no charge for Remington Club residents.
Please pre-register by mail if possible. When registering at the door, please arrive 15 minutes early and pay either by check or the exact amount in cash.
Course Registration
South American Economies: A Status Report
This lecture focuses on a statistical overview of South American econo-mies, their growth and quality of
life. There will be a discussion of economic trends and developments with a visual anal-ysis of changes in economic conditions and their effect on the quality of life of the South American people from Brazil to Argentina.
Joan B. anderson, Ph.D., Professor Emeri-tus of Economics at the USD.
May 16 (Thu) 1:30 p.m. #242
A Middle East Update
Infidel: An Escape from Islam
Infidel is about an intrepid Somali woman, Ayaan Hirsi Ali, who grew up in a strong Muslim family, her escape
from a forced marriage and her rise to be-come a member of the Dutch parliament.
Ms. Ali’s book spent 31 weeks on The New York Times bestseller list. Raised in a strict Muslim family, Hirsi Ali sur-vived civil war, female circumcision, brutal beatings, an adolescence as a devout believer, the rise of the Muslim
The Arab Spring and its aftermath has unleashed decades of pent-up emotions, toppled some gov-ernments, and has threatened the stability of oth-
ers, and the entire Middle East. A scholar of political science will provide an update.
Sanford Lakoff, Ph.D., is founding chair of the Depart-ment of Political Science at UC San Diego and Professor Emeritus. He is the author of Equality in Political Phi-losophy, Democracy: History, Theory and Practice.
May 9 (Thu) 1:30 p.m. #239
a Brazilian oil rig Loading a Container Ship
Brotherhood, and life in four countries under dictatorships. She escaped from a forced marriage and sought asylum in the Netherlands, where she fought for the rights of Muslim women and the re-form of Islam, earning her the enmity of reactionary Islamists and craven politi-cians.
Betty Burt
May 21 (Tue) 10 a.m. #243
Parking for CEC lectures and events is avail-able across the street from The Remington Club near Vons. Parking in front of The Remington Club is reserved for the guests of residents.
Lectures are held in the Multi-Purpose Room on the second floor from 10 a.m. to Noon on Tuesdays and from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays. For more information, please call (858) 487-0464.
ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED Continuing Education Centerat Rancho BernardoP.O. Box 28099San Diego, CA 92198-0099
PreSidenT’S MeSSage
Cl a s s e s f o r May day date Class Title instructor
PresidentAnn Ryan
First Vice PresidentShelah Michael
SecretaryPat Moller
TreasurerBob Felt
Members-at-LargeFrank Asaro, J.D.Doris CranceKevin QuigleyEileen NybergCarol Saunders, M.D.Len Williams
Past PresidentPhyllis Healy
Director of Academic ProgramsMarty Judge
Newsletter EditorMarty JudgeA 501(c)(3) Organization
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help secure the future of The Continuing education Center at rB with donations and bequests. We are a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Wed 5/1 235 The U.S. Supreme Court: The Contemporary Era Frank Asaro, J.D. Thu 5/2 236 Music Men of the Early 20th Century Marv Drucker, M.A.Tue 5/7 237 Revealing Senior Scams John Roberts, J.D.Wed 5/8 238 The Age of Do-It-Yourself Medicine R. Komatireddy M.D.Thu 5/9 239 A Middle East Update Sanford A. Lakoff, Ph.D. Tue 5/14 240 Philosophers that Changed the World: A Series -- John Locke Manuel Arriaga, Ph.D. Wed 5/15 241 History of the Hotel Del Gabe SelakThu 5/16 242 South American Economies: A Status Report Joan Anderson, Ph.D. Tue 5/21 243 Infidel: An Escape from Islam Betty Burt Wed 5/22 244 History of San Diego from 1602 to WWI Linda Canada Thu 5/23 245 A Portrayal of Moses Peter Small
Ann Ryan
Once again the year has flown by and I am reminding you that the annual meeting is coming up. It will be Tuesday June 4 at 10 a.m. There will be coffee and rolls available
in the Arts and Craft Room beginning at 9:30a.m.
The speaker for the meeting will be Tom Karlo, General Manager of KPBS. You will not want to miss meeting and hearing Tom. There will then be a business meeting to elect some new members to the Board. This is our last Newsletter until August, and as a re-minder, now is the time to renew your membership. Have a great summer and be ready to enjoy the new season. Until then,
Tom Karlo