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Fall Semester Classes

Fall Classes begin September 14th! Registration begins on August 30th at 2:00 pm. Come and join with Senior College on a learning journey.

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Monday Morning Lectures

Spend your Monday Mornings exercising your mind. All Monday Morning Lectures (MML) will be on Monday at 10:00 am at the Kearney Public Library in the Niobrara Room.

Starting September 14th and continuing every Monday morning through October 19th we will present a special lecture on a unique topic of interest. There are two options for registration - pre-registration through the Senior College website for the entire series OR pay at the door (cash/check/credit card) for each individual lecture. The Lectures are open to Senior College members and their guests.

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Demon Copperfield: A Novel Study

Join fellow readers for an engaging discussion of Barbara Kingsolver's award-winning novel Demon Copperhead. Together, we'll explore its memorable characters, compelling story, and powerful themes while sharing insights and perspectives that make reading even more rewarding.

Seven Generations Navigate the Next Twenty Years

From the Greatest Generation to Generation Alpha, each generation has faced unique opportunities and challenges. Explore how technology, artificial intelligence, social media, and economic change are shaping the future, including potential disruptions to employment emerging from the introduction of ever-sophisticated AI technologies.  Enjoy lively conversation about what these changes may mean for ourselves, our families, and generations to come.

Brain Science for Everyday Living: How the Brain Works, Adapts, and Changes

Discover how your remarkable brain works—and how it continues to adapt throughout life. Explore the latest research on memory, learning, and aging, including the influences of biological, psychological, and environmental factors on brain health. You will gain practical insights you can apply in everyday living. This complex science will be presented in an engaging, easy-to-understand format with plenty of opportunities for discussion.

NOTE: This class will not meet on October 21

 

The Science, Philosophy, Culture, and Politics of Happiness

What makes people truly happy? Explore what psychology, philosophy, and cultures around the world can teach us about living a more satisfying life. From the wisdom of Marcus Aurelius to modern research on well-being and the finding that the collective level of happiness varies by country, this thought-provoking class invites lively discussions about happiness, the happiest countries, and what policies we can follow to help people flourish and increase our collective level of happiness.

The Vietnam War in History and Memory

Take a thoughtful look at one of the most significant events of the twentieth century. We will explore the history of the Vietnam War beginning with the roots of Vietnamese resistance to French colonialism through the end of the US involvement and the war’s legacy. Participants will analyze the decisions that shaped it - military strategy, political decision making, and perspectives of soldiers and civilians on all sides of the conflict. Through multiple perspectives, we'll examine how the war continues to influence history, politics, and public memory.

Exploring Creation Stories

Why have creation stories, floods, tricksters, dragons, and heroes fascinated people for thousands of years? Explore a variety of creation stories and commentaries and ask where they come from, where they lead, and how we might understand them now. We’ll see, in Dylan’s words, how his line “I was so much older then, I’m younger than that now” might apply to us as the bearers of our origins in the mists of time.  Along the way, expect thoughtful conversation, a few surprises, and plenty of humor—including why this class might just help you ace your next Medicare wellness exam!

 

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