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Medical Ethics

Examine medical ethics and the complexities involved. Facilitated by an experienced doctor, this interactive course will present case studies exploring issues regarding end of life, reproductive rights, and more.

Presented by Robert Michaelson a retired ObGyn and former medical staff president and medical director. He has lectured on medical ethics and public health at Arcadia and other forums.

 

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An Evening with the Villains and Villainesses of Opera

Some of our favorite characters in opera are the bad guys and dangerous women. There are almost no rivels to Scarpia in Tosca, Lago in Otello and Don Giovanni. All unrepentant haters of moral and arrogant to the very notion of God. The women who make us think twice about the "fairer sex" are self-possessed like Manon, ambitious like Lady MacBeth and murderously seductive like Carmen.

Join us to look at some of the best of the worst characteres from grand operas.

Created by composers such as Mozart, Verdi, Bizet, Puccini and others.

American Attitude Towards War Since 1914

From the start of the First World War through our involvement in Afghanistan, American thinking about war has been molded by experience, perception, participation, narrative and counter narrative. Explore the web of interactions throughout the century and examine ways in which things we " know" are not completely true.

Presented by John Shepherd. A military veteran and retired defense contractor. 

 

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Time Travel To The Women's Pavilion At The 1876 Centennial. Marvel At The Many Inventions By Women

Time travel to women's Pavilion at the 1876 Centennial is not just a journey through history its an exploration of untold stories and an acknowledgement of the remarkable women who played a crucial role in shaping our world. Be prepared to be inspired, enlightened and captivated. This program will offer an unique opportunity to appreciate the often over looked achievements of women in the 19th century.

Presented by Cybthia J. Little, Ph.D