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OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE
OLLI AT UTEP
El Paso’s Premier University–Based Learning and Social Program for Seniors
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We welcome you to OLLI, where curious minds gather. Members tell us they come for the intellectual stimulation of
the courses and activities, and they stay for the people. OLLI provides learning opportunities to enhance the
enjoyment, meaning, and direction of adult lives as well as the health and well-being of adults. OLLI seeks to
develop a community of older learners who would be an integral part of the UTEP campus experience.
It’s a relaxed and informal atmosphere. We share knowledge, spark ideas, inspire new thinking, and forge
friendships. No tests or pressure...just the sheer joy of learning.
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We offer up to 6 courses per day, most from 1:30 pm to 4:45 pm Mondays through Fridays and on Saturday
mornings.
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OLLI at UTEP is part of a national network of Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes funded by the Bernard Osher
Foundation. OLLI members play a key role in shaping, managing, and leading the organization.
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Free Parking during the Semester
Connection to many resources at UTEP
Discount at Einstein Bagels (by the bookstore)
Discounts at the UTEP Bookstore
Discounts at many UTEP events and activities
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UTEP Library privileges
Social Events throughout the year
Opportunity to connect with other adult learners
Member Newsletter
Volunteer Opportunities
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UTEP is sponsored by the College of Liberal Arts
Patricia Witherspoon Ph.D., Dean
Governing Board
Kathy Brunk, Chair; Hector Venegas, Vice Chair; Suzanne Hunter, Secretary; Eugenio Skertchly, Financial Office
Mimi Gladstein, Ph.D., UTEP Liason; Bob Aldaco, Ray Mowad, Ann Mortimore, Servando Hernandez,
Sue Sobin, Larry Johnson, Ph.D.
Spring 2015 Curriculum Committee
Ann Mortimore, Chair; Bob Aldaco, Rochelle Clack, Lee Nelson, Eugenio Skertchly
Servando Hernandez, Ruth Bassett, Kathy Brunk
Spring 2015 Catalog Committee
Linda Calk, Ann Mortimore, Roxanne Schroeder
Administration
Ian Wilson, Executive Director
Mara Cohn, Administrative Assistant
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Augustine's City of God
Women in Antiquity
Line Dancing
1:30 PM China Old and New
1:30 PM Radical Islam II
Energy & Pranic Healing II
3:15 PM
3:15 PM
The Art of Photography
3:15 PM Topics for Our Time
1:30 PM
How to Look at Art
The Music of Brazil
Herbal Medicines
Family History Detective II
Battleground: Middle East II
What Makes You Not a Buddhist
Easy Yoga part II
TED and Me
Paris, The Luminous Yrs
Sing Like an Angel
Dystopias in Text and Film
NT Pastoral Letters
Investments 101
Tai Chi (continued)
Thursday
Conversational Spanish
The Gifts of the Jews
Italian Composers
Discovering Islam
The Civil War
Augustine's Confessions
Don Quixote
SECOND SESSION MARCH 30 - MAY 8, 2015
Wednesday
1:30 PM Repujado (Continued)
Tai Chi
Tuesday
How to be a Ghostwriter
Meditation & Power of Intention II
Monday
SATURDAY 9:00AM -->
Alternative Medicines
Speaking Russian
ABC's of Wine Tasting
Mexico: History And Other Stuff
Novice Family History Detective
Greeks & Romans
Art and Culture:Image and Icon
Energy and Pranic Healing I
Shakespeare's Drama
Battleground: Middle East Part I
Watercolor - For All
World Geography
Easy Yoga part I
Hiduism 101
Line Dancing
1:30 PM Grasping the Sparrow's Tail II
10:30 AM
9:30 AM
4:30 PM
3:15 PM Voices in Modern Media
3:15 PM The American Songbook
3:15 PM
1:30 PM Radical Islam: An Overview I
3:15 PM El Paso Geology
1:30 PM Spanish Conversation-Stories
1:30 PM Romantic Era Masterworks
Henry IV part 2
Angels,Witches and Nothingness
Writing Your Memoirs
Flower Design for fun
Controversies in Science
Landscapes in Oil (Cont)
Friday
Films with a Mind of their Own
Woodworking
Every Picture Tells a Story
Italian
From Spanish to Portuguese
Meditation & Power of Intention I
1:30 PM Grasping the Sparrow's Tail I
1:30 PM Repujado, Metal Embossing
Stained Glass B
Landscapes in Oil
Friday
Drawing - Introduction
Tai Chi
FIRST SESSION FEBRUARY 9 - MARCH 20 , 2015
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Stained Glass A
Tai Chi(Continued)
1:00 PM
9:00 AM
9:30 AM
10:30 AM The Joy of Knitting
11:00 AM
Monday
SPRING 2015 SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
TOPICAL INDEX
ART & HANDS ON
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12
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18
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12
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10
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16
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8
13
ABC's of Wine Tasting
Drawing - Introduction
Every Picture Tells a Story
Flower Design for Fun and Entertaining
How To Look at Art
Landscapes in Oils
Repujado, Metal Embossing
Stained Glass A
Stained Glass B
The Art of Photography
The Joy of Knitting
Watercolor - For All
Woodworking: Beginning Wood Turning
13
9
8
18
6
15
Films With a Mind of Their Own
Henry IV Part 2
Our Classical Heritage: Greeks and Romans
Paris, The Luminous Years
Voices in Modern Media Formats
Women in Antiquity
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9
12
6
8
Conversational Spanish: Building a Real-Life
From Spanish to Portuguese
Italian
Spanish Conversation - Storytelling
Speaking Russian
LANGUAGES
LITERATURE
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BODY, MIND & SPIRIT
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Easy Yoga Part I
Easy Yoga Part II
Grasping the Sparrow's Tail I
Grasping the Sparrow's Tail II
Introduction to Energy Work and Pranic Healing I
Introduction to Energy Work and Pranic Healing II
Line Dancing
Line Dancing
Meditation and the Power of Intention I
Meditation and the Power of Intention II
T'ai Chi
T'ai Chi
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9
14
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5
14
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Battleground Middle East Part II
Battleground: Middle East Part I
China Old and New
Investments 101
Radical Islam: an Overview I
Radical Islam: An Overview II
Ted and Me
Topics for Our Time
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Mexico: History and Other Stuff You Should Know
The Civil War
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9
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Angels, Witches and Nothingness
Art and Culture: Image and Icon
Dystopias in Text and Film
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11
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Augustine's City of God: Destiny Redefined
From Belief to Understanding: Augustine's
Confessions and Their Context
Shakespeare's Drama and Culture
The Gifts of the Jews
The New Testament Pastoral Letters
The World of Don Quixote
MUSIC
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Romantic Era Masterworks: 19th Century Music
Sing Like an Angel
The American Songbook: The Springtime Edition
The Great Italian Composers
The Music of Brazil
RELIGIOUS BELIEFS
CURRENT ISSUES
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16
Dicovering Islam
Hinduism 101
What Makes You Not a Buddhist
SCIENCES
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18
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Alternative Medicines
Controversies in Science
El Paso Geology
Herbal Medicines
TRAVEL
HISTORY
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World Geography
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Family History Detective II: The Next Level
How To Be a Ghostwriter
The Novice Family History Detective
Writing Your Memoirs
WRITING
HUMANITIES
ENROLL EARLY!
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SESSION 1 -February 9 - March 20 , 2015
Monday
Begins:
February 9
THE JOY OF KNITTING
Barbara Upsal
Take a 6 week journey from knitting's fundamentals, to specialty techniques, and then to surprising color and
texture effects, ultimately discovering the beauty of using a variety of yarns, colors, and textures in the same
piece. The class is designed to be appropriate for both new and experienced knitters. A kit with yarns, tools,
patterns, and written materials costs $30 and will produce an artistic mystery accessory that will unfold over this
journey. Classes held at Mayaluna Yarns - Placita Santa Fe - 5034 Doniphan Dr., Suite 10. (915) 585-7779.
Class limit: 15
10:30 AM
Mayaluma Yarns
MO101
GRASPING THE SPARROW'S TAIL I
Steve Barowsky
This Taoist moving meditation for seniors is a beautiful sequence of four movements that exemplify the four
basic energies of Tai Chi. These movements are the core from which all Tai Chi forms are developed. In this class
you will learn a complete repeating sequence to practice at home or wherever you may be.
1:30 PM
Memorial Gym 119
MO102
REPUJADO, METAL EMBOSSING
Romy Saenz Hawkins
Metal embossing also knowing as repujado in Spanish, or repousse in French, is an ancient art of manipulating
soft metals using special hand tools to create unique works of art. New students learn the basic techniques in
this art. A beginner kit will be available for $10 payable at the first class. Advanced students will practice
intermediate techniques before proceeding to advanced levels. Classes are bilingual.
This is a 12 week class, 2 hours a week. Extra fee $30.00
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 100
MO103
RADICAL ISLAM: AN OVERVIEW I
Bert Diamonstein
This course will seek to understand a phenomenon of the contemporary world that requires going beyond the
"comfort zone" of everyday American life. In an era of globalization, "distant events" can, and do have local
impact. This series of lectures/discussions will focus on seeking tentative answers to the following set of
questions: 1. What is "radical Islam”? ; 2. What are its goals? 3. What has been its historical evolution? 4. What
conditions have fostered this evolution? 5. Can it be viewed as an existential threat? For whom? 6. How can it
be successfully confronted? 7. How has sacred scripture, i.e., The Koran, been used to justify the goals/means of
radical Islam? 8. What can be tentatively concluded regarding the roles of faith in the contemporary world?
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 200
MO104
Enrollment Period : January 5 - January 29
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ROMANTIC ERA MASTERWORKS: EXPLORING THE "STORM AND STRESS "
OF 19TH CENTURY MUSIC
Jim Smith
The dramatic social and political changes sweeping through Europe in the 19th century sparked a new
movement in the arts known as Romanticism. As a revolt against authority and convention, romanticism's
driving force was the search for individual freedom. Romantic era artists elevated emotion and sentiment over
reason and intellect, establishing an environment for creativity that led to some of the most enduring music ever
composed. This course will explore the fire and passion of Romanticism in music and examine the works of such
composers as Berlioz, Brahms, Liszt, Mendelssohn, Schubert, Strauss, Tchaikovsky, Verdi and Wagner.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 201
MO105
SPANISH CONVERSATION - STORYTELLING
Maria Carmen Hernandez
This storytelling course will help develop proficiency in the Spanish Language. This class will improve students'
fundamentals in Spanish, such as: reading, writing and oral expression. Students will have the opportunity to
review verb tenses and learn new vocabulary. Using imagination and creativity, students will express themselves
and discover the richness of the Spanish language and Hispanic culture. Students should have some basic Spanish
skills.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 207
MO106
EL PASO GEOLOGY
Eric Kappus
Discover the rocks, minerals and fossils around you in the El Paso region! This class focuses on the geologic
history of our local landscape, including landforms such as Mount Cristo Rey and the Franklin Mountains. El Paso,
one of the best places in the world to learn about geology, has world famous rocks! The class provides hands-on
experiences with rocks, fossils and crystals collected from all over the region. Students will have an opportunity
to learn about El Paso’s only dinosaur fossils (footprints) directly from the person who discovered, preserved and
researched them. An optional roadside geology trip will be offered as a capstone experience to the class.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 200
MO131
THE AMERICAN SONGBOOK: THE SPRINGTIME EDITION
Dennis Woo
The great American Songbook is all about the music that drove the Hit Parade in the 20th century. Once the
public decided what it liked and embraced as memorable music, the songbook evolved. This class is geared to
talk and share memories tied into at least 1600 pieces of music that are enshrined within the Songbook, and the
memorable performances that brought them to life.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 201
MO132
VOICES IN MODERN MEDIA FORMATS
Norm Garrett
This class will explore the use of voices and place in modern media formats (literature, film, magazine and print).
Elements of literary critique will be used to identify the voices, their place and intent. Students will participate in
a guided discussion using both classic and contemporary media formats.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 207
MO133
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Tuesday
Begins:
T'AI CHI
February 10
Sifu Beto Briseno
Experience increased vitality and radiant good health through exercises to improve physical and mental health.
This ancient Chinese system of movement and breathing is especially appropriate for those in the second half of
their lives as the non-aerobic exercises can increase flexibility, stamina, agility, overall well-being. This class is on
Tuesdays and Thursdays. Instruction is held at the Tien Shan Tzi Center, 1629 Montana Ave. Extra Fee is
$30.00.
9:30 AM
Tien Shan Tzi Center
TU100
LINE DANCING
Christen Davis
Line dancing, whether to pop or country music or anything in between, is a great way to get everyone out on the
dance floor. No partner required. Learn several popular dances like the Electric Slide or the Macarena. Fun and
exercise will be had by all!
1:30 PM
Memorial Gym
TU101
ANGELS, WITCHES AND NOTHINGNESS
Alan Dean PhD
This class starts with a study of why, according to polls, 72% of our population believes in angels and only 23%
believes in witches. The nothingness part attempts to connect the second century concept of creation of the
universe from nothing (creatio ex nihilo) that arose a millennia before Europe had any idea of zero. That sounds
crazy, but it may be enlightening. It turns out that the density of the universe is much closer to zero than any
vacuum we have yet to form on earth. Who says one cannot connect theology and science through nothingness?
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 100
TU102
MEDITATION AND THE POWER OF INTENTION I
Lynn Provenzano
Learn to find energetic balance through the positive field of intention and the experience of meditation. Practice
meditation techniques, discover the difference between desire and intention and develop the power within
yourself to achieve healthier living.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 200
TU103
HINDUISM 101
Sobha Podila
This class in an overview of the basic philosophy and practice of Hinduism, which is very ancient (more than 5000
years old) and currently practiced in several parts of the world by over 1 billion people.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 207
TU104
WORLD GEOGRAPHY
Jim McIntyre
Romania, now there's a surprise in Eastern Europe! Transylvania's beautiful, old world cities and castles. Dracula,
too! Bulgaria, also has charm, great history and scenery. We will visit other countries far from the beaten travel
path, like Iceland, with its incredible landscapes and surprising capital, Reykjavik. Not to leave out the Americas,
we will visit Nicaragua, its colonial cities, lakes and volcanoes. And lastly, a long trip down to see Argentina and
Uruguay. You will not be disappointed. So, fasten your seat belt, we are travelling again !
1:30 PM
Quinn Hall 212
TU105
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OUR CLASSICAL HERITAGE: THE ANCIENT GREEKS AND ROMANS
Carl Jackson
Aside from our Judeo-Christian past, no other influence compares with the deep impact of the ancient Greeks
and Romans upon Western societies and peoples. In this course we will examine the historical background, daily
life, religious beliefs, and cultural achievements of these two great centers of ancient civilization. During the
course of the lectures, an attempt will be made to identify the ways this classical world still influences our lives
today.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 100
TU130
INTRODUCTION TO ENERGY WORK AND PRANIC HEALING I
Lynn Provenzano
Discover your energetic anatomy and learn to harness the healing power that exists in every human being. This
course introduces you to energetic awareness and follows the basic Pranic Healing techniques promoting healing
and wellness in the book, Your Hands Can Heal You, by Master Stephen Co. Prana is the body's natural life force
and self-healing energy. Classes include basic tenets, practice sessions, exercises and meditations.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 200
TU131
SHAKESPEARE'S DRAMA AND CULTURE
Ruben Espinosa
In this course, we will explore Shakespeare's drama and culture in an effort to gain a better understanding of,
and appreciation for, his works. In particular, we will examine how the unstable religious atmosphere of postReformation England influenced Shakespeare. We will also scrutinize how his works register anxieties
surrounding social changes. More importantly, we will explore how Shakespeare's works continue to remain
culturally relevant in our own day and age.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 201
TU132
SPEAKING RUSSIAN
Natalia Savchenko
This course develops four abilities for communication: listening, speaking, reading and writing. The students will
develop fundamental speaking and listening skills with basic vocabulary and conversation involving everyday
situations. Also reading and writing skills will be developed. Reading material is especially selected for students
new to the Russian language. Russian history and culture will be discussed throughout the course.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 207
TU133
Wednesday
Begins:
EASY YOGA PART I
February 11
Phyllis Price
This class will introduce ancient yoga practices – adapted to your individual ability (with a chair’s assistance if you
prefer) - improve your balance, posture, focus and overall health. They include: classic poses (asanas) for
strength, balance, and flexibility; breathing exercises (pranayama) for increased lung capacity, energy and
calmness; and meditative practices that help you tap into your inner world (pratyahara). You’ll leave practice
refreshed and renewed. We have chairs and mats for your use (or you may bring your own).
1:30 PM
Memorial Gym 119
WE101
WATERCOLOR - FOR ALL
Oween Rath
Set up your palette, find out what equipment is good and why. Learn to mix colors while painting common
objects. Learn to control the water on the paper and in the brush to create different techniques. Learn to create
textures and correct mistakes.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 100
WE102
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BATTLEGROUND: MIDDLE EAST PART I: THE RISE OF ISLAM FROM 570
A.D. TO THE PRESENT.
James Mortimore
Part I of this two part course explores the history of the Middle East with a focus on the rise of Islam which will
be shown to have political and social dimensions with great influence on the region.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 200
WE103
HENRY IV PART 2
Grace Haddox
The saga continues with the beleaguered King Henry IV as he continues to put down the rebels in his kingdom.
Join us as we read the full text of the play, watch a full-length film adaptation and have rousing discussions about
some of Shakespeare's most beloved characters, Prince Hal and Falstaff. We will to use No Fear Shakespeare
Henry IV for this class. Purchase of book would be helpful but is not required.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 201
WE104
FROM SPANISH TO PORTUGUESE
Linda Calk
Do you speak Spanish? If so, you may want to try your hand at another Romance language, Brazilian Portuguese.
Because you speak Spanish, you will first train your ear to hear the new Portuguese sounds with lots of listening
practice. Then, because Portuguese structure is similar to Spanish structure, you will begin having simple
Portuguese conversations about daily life. Suggestions will also be made available about online sources for
future Portuguese study.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 207
WE105
MEXICO: HISTORY AND OTHER STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW
Oscar Martinez
This course will begin with the instructor's observations comparing Mexico and the United States, then proceed
to examine the following topics: Mexico's nineteenth-century struggle, the Mexican revolution, twentiethcentury Mexico before the free-trade era and Mexico since 1980.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 100
WE131
ALTERNATIVE MEDICINES
Armando González-Stuart PhD
This introductory course covers the definitions and possible applications for the most salient modalities to
popular alternative therapies such as: Homeopathy, Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Herbal
Medicine. The main characteristics as well as safety issues will be discussed for each one of the topics presented
every week.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 200
WE132
ART AND CULTURE: IMAGE AND ICON
Lin Bentley Keeling
Throughout history, from the cave paintings of Lascaux and the ‘Venus’ of Willendorf to the Sistine Chapel and
the Statue of Liberty, all of the cultures of the world have used art as a tool for defining and perpetuating their
beliefs and values. Using anthropological and aesthetic approaches, we will explore art’s role in culture and
society through some of the world’s great historical art and through a sampling of artworks produced today.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 201
WE133
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THE NOVICE FAMILY HISTORY DETECTIVE
Anita Hopkins
Come unlock your family history by following the clues your ancestors have left behind. As a beginner, you will
learn where to start and how to proceed using sources in your local area, on the internet and in your own home.
Do you have family members who know something? There are ways to make them talk. Beware! You may find
something unexpected…or shocking!
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 207
WE134
ABC'S OF WINE TASTING
Victor Puolos
This class will discuss and learn general wine tasting techniques and wine pairings. A brief history and review of
wines throughout the world will be offered. This class will be held at the Paco Wong's Restaurant- 7111 N. Mesa
St. There will be an extra fee of $50.00 to cover wine costs.
4:30 PM
Paco Wong's
WE141
Thursday
Begins:
STAINED GLASS A
February 12
Joanne Franco
Starting at the beginner level, you will learn pattern preparation, how to cut glass, how to foil, solder and frame
a 21” x 13” geometric piece of art, using straight cuts, curves and framing. You will also learn about the tools you
need. Your artwork will be complete by the conclusion of the class. Supplies can be purchased at the shop.
Classes are held at Creative Expressions, 5660 El Paso Dr. Class Limit 8.
9:00 AM
Creative Expressions
TH101A
T'AI CHI
Sifu Beto Briseno
Continuation of Tuesday T'ai Chi. See Page 7, for Class Description.
9:30 AM
Tien Shan Tzi Center
TH100
STAINED GLASS 1B
Joanne Franco
Repetition of Stained Glass IA above. To accommodate more students. Class Limit 8.
11:00 AM
Creative Expressions
TH101B
FROM BELIEF TO UNDERSTANDING: AUGUSTINE'S CONFESSIONS AND
THEIR CONTEXT
Larry Johnson PhD
After a survey of the diversity of Christian tenets in the early patristic period and a close analysis of the issues
addressed (but not resolved) at the Council of Nicea, this course will focus on Augustine's Confessions, exploring
its rhetoric, its ends, and the ways in which Augustine deploys Platonic thought to make Christian belief
philosophically cogent to the Roman intelligensia of his time, and in so doing, shapes European thought about
the individual and the cosmos and the Divine.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 100
TH102
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WRITING YOUR MEMOIRS
Nancy Natalicio
Want to give your family more than a peek into your past and leave a valuable legacy? Share your life story with
friends from across the U.S. and other parts of the world - stories both familiar and unique. In your own voice
you will use literary techniques to create mood, settings and memorable “characters” from your life. Whether
you are joining us for the first or fifteenth time, assignments will be geared to each student’s experience in the
class. All you need is pen, paper, and an open mind and heart.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 200
TH103
THE WORLD OF DON QUIXOTE
Albert Askenazi
This course explores the book Don Quixote de la Mancha by Miguel de Cervantes, and the life of the author. The
basis of different points of view presented in this magnificent masterpiece of world literature will be examined
and you will discover many of the aspects and teachings of this great book. You will view various art pieces
related to Don Quixote (paintings, figurines, books, records, dvd's) from the instructor’s well known collection.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 201
TH104
THE CIVIL WAR
Robert Wren PhD
Lectures will focus on the events and personalities of the last four months of the American Civil War. The
manner in which the war concluded was a prime concern of the combatants.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 100
TH131
THE GREAT ITALIAN COMPOSERS
Steve Schiller
The class will study the Renaissance music of Gabrieli and Baroque music of Vivaldi, Rossini, Verdi, Puccini,
Resphighi, and others. This will be an audio-video presentation. The instructor will, as always, discuss his
personal professional experiences performing this music.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 200
TH132
THE GIFTS OF THE JEWS
Rabbi Larry Bach
It has been 15 years since the publication of Thomas Cahill's Gifts Of The Jews. In this class, which will be Rabbi
Bach's last at OLLI, he will use Cahill's outstanding book as an organizing schema to discuss those gifts, both
through Cahill's eyes and his own. Participants are encouraged, but not required, to read chapters from the book
in preparation for each class session.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 201
TH133
DISCOVERING ISLAM
Mario "Omar" Hernandez
An introduction to Islam and a comparison of Islam to other monotheistic faiths including Judaism and
Christianity. The discussion will include the core beliefs of Islam, the six articles of faith, the five pillars of Islam
and living as a Muslim. Questions and discussion are encouraged.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 207
TH134
Enroll Early! Popular Classes fill up fast!
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Friday
Begins:
LANDSCAPES IN OIL
February 13
Rosario Ponte
“Learning how to paint is learning how to see.” Over the 12 weeks you will be able to complete your own
masterpiece by learning the techniques of the old masters. Learn mixing of colors, determining color
temperature and using composition and drawing. Some experience would be beneficial, but if beginners are
ready for a challenge, they are also welcome. Bring a few of your best photographs. We will select one and give
it life on canvas. A list of supplies will be provided for this class. This is a two hour, 12 week class. Extra fee of
$30.00.
10:30 AM
Fox Fine Arts A256
FR101
DRAWING - INTRODUCTION
Roya Manzourkhani
This class is structured to benefit students with drawing experience and those without any experience. This
studio course emphasizes basic aesthetic and technical drawing skills that enable students to represent threedimensional objects in an environment. Topics to be covered include drawing elements, perspective, eye-hand
coordination, correct proportion and scale, positive and negative space, as well as compositional structure and
effectiveness. Contour line and value are explored as compositional devices and tools to build volume, mass, and
illusionistic space. In this course students will be introduced to methods of using traditional black and white
drawing media such as pencil, charcoal, and ink. Drawings will be developed based on three-dimensional sources
such as still-life and architectural interiors and exteriors. Students will be given specific drawing assignments for
both in class and out of class work.
1:00 PM
Fox Fine Arts A263
FR102
EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY
Diane Molina
A thematic, project-based approach to photography will improve and inspire the practice and philosophy of
image creation for any level of experience. Each session will provide instruction on focus, light, composition and
guidance to the best tools and approach to take for the depiction of the chosen subject. Through individual and
collaborative engagement, artistic development and investigative learning, participants will have hands-on
experience. Concrete examples of process, published work and exhibits produced by this professional artist will
form the framework of instruction.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 201
FR103
ITALIAN
Gugliemo Da Prato
Basic Italian course to provide a light-hearted, simple groundwork for students of all ages. There will be an
emphasis on basic language skills required for everyday situations, Current venacular and recreational situations
will be covered. I will convey information to students in an interesting way and communicate a love for the
Italian culture.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 207
FR104
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WOODWORKING: BEGINNING WOOD TURNING
Dave Wieters
Learn beginner lathe turning techniques while making your own bowl. The class will include basic turning
techniques, preparation of bowl blanks, mounting methods, rough turning, shaping, hollowing, reverse chucking
and use of bowl gouge, scrapers and parting tools. Associated safety procedures will be taught and adherence to
them required. All materials are provided. All classes are held at The Woodworkers Club of El Paso, 3228
Sacramento Ave. El Paso, TX 79930. Enrollment limited to 6 participants due to equipment availability and
safety concerns. There is an extra fee of $70.00 to offset the low teacher/ student ratio.
1:30 PM
Woodworker's Club
FR105
FILMS WITH A MIND OF THEIR OWN
Garland Greene
During this semester we will view six new films from documentary filmmakers who use their cameras and
storytelling skills to bring us their perception of events, featuring two groups who have often competed or
collaborated in their quest to achieve full participation in american society. The filmmakers bring to the screen
underreported, misrepresented, or new information that engages, entertains, and challenges us to reexamine
our frequently long-held opinions. The discussion that follows the viewing is open to all to express their opinion
and delay the onset of hardening of the attitudes.
3:15 PM
Miners Hall 200
FR106
Saturday
Begins:
HOW TO LOOK AT ART
February 14
Davinia Miraval
This class will teach you about the elements of art as well as the principles of design in order to enjoy more
deeply a museum visit. You will be able to understand how an artist uses compositional design to make his/her
point. You will get a more knowledgeable understanding of any work of art. This is a lecture class with a possible
museum visit and downtown walking tour to look at architecture.
9:00 AM
Miners Hall 201
SA101
HOW TO BE A GHOSTWRITER
Sylvia Zeleny Aguilar
This course is intended to approach the craft of autobiographic narratives based on the life of someone other
than the author. We will discuss the basic elements of narrative and some writing techniques to approach the
subject. Each week students will be both reading some essays and examples and will work on their own project.
9:00 AM
Miners Hall 300
SA102
CONVERSATIONAL SPANISH: BUILDING A REAL-LIFE BRIDGE
Vidiriana Vidana
The class will have an emphasis on the genuine use of Spanish here on the border. Students will learn basic
Spanish in order to apply language to real life situations. Both standard and slang Spanish will be covered so that
one can bridge the academic and social arenas.
9:00 AM
Miners Hall 301
SA103
Can't Make it During the Week? Try a Saturday Morning Class!
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SESSION 2 -March 30 to May 8, 2015
Monday
Begins:
March 30
GRASPING THE SPARROW'S TAIL II
Steve Barowsky
Students will continue practicing and learning the sequence of four movements from the first session. (Page 5)
1:30 PM
Memorial Gym 119
MO211
RADICAL ISLAM: AN OVERVIEW II
Bert Diamonstein
A Continuation of "Radical Islam" Part 1. (Page 5) Attendance in the first session would be helpful but is not
required.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 200
MO212
CHINA OLD AND NEW
Paul Huchton
China is an ever-changing country. Each day reveals some new development often not reported in the American
press. My course is designed to offer information about today's China, its current politics, its sports, arts and
current events not seen in the American news media.
1:30 PM
Miners Hall 201
MO213
TOPICS FOR OUR TIME
Sherry Lewis
This is a class participation course, modeled after the National Issues Forum. We will discuss six pertinent issues
of our time: the federal budget; mental illness; future of work; politics; Medicare and Medicaid; and alcohol.
Weigh in on the issues. Students can preview topics at the National Issues Forum website: NIFI.org
3:15 PM
GEO 123
MO231
Register for Both Sessions Before January 29th
ALL REGULAR CLASSES WILL REQUIRE A
MINIMUM ENROLLMENT OF 15
IN ORDER TO RUN
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Tuesday
Begins:
T'AI CHI
March 31
Sifu Beto Briseno
Experience increased vitality and radiant good health through exercises to improve physical and mental health.
This ancient Chinese system of movement and breathing is especially appropriate for those in the second half of
their lives as the non-aerobic exercises can increase flexibility, stamina, agility, overall well-being. This class is on
Tuesdays and Thursdays. Instruction is held at the Tien Shan Tzi Center, 1629 Montana Ave. Extra Fee is
$30.00.
09:30 AM
Tien Shan Tzi Center
TU100
LINE DANCING
Christen Davis
Continue from Session 1 (page 7) or Join in to this healthy and fun activity. Newcomers welcome.
01:30 PM
Memorial Gym
TU201
WOMEN IN ANTIQUITY
Lee Westman
This class examines the representation of women in archaeology, historical texts, the visual arts and literature
from three distinct perspectives: the representation of women in archaeological artifacts, the representation of
women by historically significant male artists, writers and historians, and the few examples of work by women
writers and thinkers. The course begins in prehistoric times(25,000 BCE) and ends at the Fall of the Roman
Empire (400 CE).
01:30 PM
Miners Hall 100
TU211
MEDITATION & POWER OF INTENTION II
Lynn Provenzano
A Continuation of learning and practice from Session I. (Page 7)
01:30 PM
Miners Hall 200
TU212
AUGUSTINE'S CITY OF GOD: DESTINY REDEFINED
Larry Johnson PhD
These sessions will explore the radical - and enduringly persistent - challenges Augustine offered to the classical
Greco-Roman views of history, destiny, and the cosmos in his monumental City Of God. It's my contention that
his models became so dominant and pervasive that they have become commonplaces even to this day,
problematic as they may be for many both then and now. These sessions will highlight both the internal
coherence of his ideas (which give them their appeal) and the problems those ideas pose as a heterogeneous
Christian Europe eventually confronts itself and a larger world, problems which persist to this day.
01:30 PM
Miners Hall 201
TU213
INTRODUCTION TO ENERGY WORK AND PRANIC HEALING II
Lynn Provenzano
A Continuation of energy work and Pranic healing from Session 1. (Page 8)
03:15 PM
Miners Hall 200
TU231
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THE ART OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Carol Eastman
You will take photos both indoors and outdoors exploring the use of light and composition needed to turn a
snapshot into a unique photograph. We will examine how your camera works and the techniques and tools
necessary for landscapes, action shots, people photography and close ups. You will then load your photos into
an editing program that allows you to correct color, light, contrast, as well as use filters to change the
appearance of your photograph and create collages. Bring your camera (phones and laptops ok) to the first class.
03:15 PM
Miners Hall 201
TU232
Wednesday
Begins:
EASY YOGA PART 2
April 1
Phyllis Price
A Continuation And Expansion Of Spring Semester’s Easy Yoga Part 1. (Page 8)
01:30 PM
Memorial Gym 119
WE201
BATTLEGROUND: MIDDLE EAST PART II: JIHAD IN EUROPE: THE
BREWING UPHEAVEL.
James Mortimore
Part II will examine the brewing crisis of multiculturalism and open conflict in Europe and it's implications for
Americans. (part I on Page 9)
01:30 PM
Miners Hall 200
WE202
WHAT MAKES YOU NOT A BUDDHIST
Roberta Arney
Regardless of your religion you may be a Buddhist if your view of the world corresponds with the four basic seals
described in Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse's book What Makes You Not a Buddhist. We will discuss this popular
book by one of today’s greatest Bhutanese Lamas. Khyentse is known for his humor and insight into the western
mind and making movies such as The Cup and the Bhutanese movie Travelers And Magicians. What Makes You
Not A Buddhist by Jamyang Khyentse. Boston: Shambhala Publications, 2007. 130 pages.
(available at Amazon.com)
01:30 PM
Miners Hall 201
WE203
FAMILY HISTORY DETECTIVE II : THE NEXT LEVEL
Anita Hopkins
Would you like to go to the next level with your family history? Together we'll look at websites, blogs, software,
apps and more that can be helpful to you as you pull together your family history. Learn what to keep, what to
toss, what to do and what not to do in preserving your stories, photos, letters, documents and heirlooms.
Attendance in the first session is helpful but not required.
03:15 PM
Miners Hall 100
WE231
HERBAL MEDICINES
Armando González-Stuart PhD
This introductory course covers the most important herbs currently used within alternative therapies, with
special emphasis on medicinal plants used on the U.S.-Mexico border. The main botanical characteristics as well
as safety issues will be discussed for each one of the plants and the combination herbal remedies presented
every week.
03:15 PM
Miners Hall 200
WE232
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THE MUSIC OF BRAZIL
Ian Wilson
This class will begin with an overview of some of the roots of brazilian music. We will listen to a great variety of
different styles of music from several parts of this great country. Samba, Bossa Nova, Choro, Axe, Musica
Sertaneja, MPB, to name a few. We will look at some of the different rhythms of samba and bossa nova, some of
the unique instruments played, some of the well known Brazilian artists, and touch upon some of the influence
brazilian music has had on Jazz in the rest of the world. There will be lots of music and video!
03:15 PM
Miners Hall 201
WE233
Thursday
Begins:
T'AI CHI
April 2
Sifu Beto Briseno
Continuation of Tuesday T'ai Chi. See Page 15, for Class Description.
09:30 AM
Tien Shan Tzi Center
TH200
THE NEW TESTAMENT "PASTORAL LETTERS"
Richard Albin PhD
The New Testament Pastoral Letters are I and II Timothy, Titus, Philemon and Hebrews. This course will study
and discuss the probable authorship, date, intended audience, and historical setting of each of these letters, plus
a chapter by chapter survey of their content.
01:30 PM
Miners Hall 100
TU211
INVESTMENTS 101
Carol Eastman
Learn the language, skills, and investment strategies needed to better understand and invest in stocks, bonds,
funds, annuities, real estate income trusts, certificate of deposits, and treasuries. You will explore your financial
objectives, risk and reward, the investment triangle, and bull and bear market cycles. The instructor will focus on
retirement strategies using exercises, games, visuals and some lecture to simplify the learning process.
01:30 PM
Miners Hall 200
TH212
DYSTOPIAS IN TEXT AND FILM
Mimi Gladstein PhD
Humans have long dreamed of a perfect society. Utopia is the term used in literature, after the title of a novel
by Thomas More. On the other hand, a number of writers have theorized how, in the search for a perfect
society, the result is often the opposite. The class will read three texts and view three films that depict what
happens when society goes astray.
01:30 PM
Miners Hall 201
TH213
SING LIKE AN ANGEL
Margaret Haddad
For those who love choral singing but don't feel like a singer, this class will have you singing like an angel in six
weeks. We will cover reading music, vocal exercises, practice easy pieces and have a great time. We might even
perform for OLLI. The Class will meet in the Fox Fine Arts Choral room - 2nd Floor .
03:15 PM
Fox Fine Arts Choral room
TH234
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PARIS, THE LUMINOUS YEARS
Cecilia Rogers
This time we look at Paris from an unprecedented point of view (1905-1930) as the art world explodes and
changes all of the western manifestations of the arts all beginning in Paris. We shall be witnesses through the
camera to dramatic and historic events as recalled by: Marc Chagall, Igor Stravinsky, Jean Cocteau, Aaron
Copeland, Marcel Duchamp, Sylvia Beach and Janet Flanner. Ah…Paris, it beckons us once again. The
documentary film we will watch is 120 minutes, which I will intersperse with biographies and commentaries.
03:15 PM
Miners Hall 200
TH232
TED AND ME
Olli Staff to Moderate
TED Talks (Technology, Education, and Design), are "ideas worth spreading." At each class we will watch several
of these fascinating, inspiring, beautiful, and sometimes quirky short talks by the world's most inspired thinkers
in the areas of everything: from science, art, business, global issues, and much more. Prepare to be amazed,
impressed, humored, and inspired. And prepare to discuss your reaction with fellow classmates. This class is for
those who love learning new things and want to engage with ideas and each other. Participants will have the
opportunity to choose a TED talk to view. OLLI staff will moderate the class.
03:15 PM
Miners Hall 201
TH233
Friday
Begins:
LANDSCAPES IN OIL
April 3
Rosario Ponte
Continuation of Landscapes in Oil part I. (Page 12)
09:00 AM
Fox Fine Arts A263
FR207
CONTROVERSIES IN SCIENCE
Eric Kappus
How old is Planet Earth? Did we really evolve from monkeys? Is global warming real? Are commercial jets
spraying mind altering chemicals in the atmosphere? Did a big bang create everything? These topics are some
examples of current scientific controversies we will discuss in this class. Students will learn how scientists know
what they know, what science really is, and how to think critically about these issues. An optional field trip to the
dinosaur tracks at Mt. Cristo Rey will be provided.
01:30 PM
Miners Hall 200
FR208
FLOWER DESIGN FOR FUN AND ENTERTAINING
Dov E. Kupfer
Learn the basics of floral design from an award winning floral professional. You will learn basic mechanics and
techniques to create floral designs for fun, for entertaining at home and for the holidays. Learn basic designs,
from bud vases to round arrangements to centerpieces for your home. Participants will have a flower
arrangement to take home every week. Extra Fee $60.00.
03:15 PM
Miners Hall 100
FR209
SAVE THE DATE
SUNDAY, APRIL 26,2015
ANNUAL OLLI MEMBERSHIP MEETING AND 25TH YEAR CELEBRATION
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FACULTY SPRING 2015
Sylvia Zeleny Aguilar
Has a B.A. in Hispanic American Literature from the University of Sonora and an M.A. in Humanities from Tec de Monterrey. She
has an MFA in creative writing from UTEP and teaches at UTEP and at EPCC.
Richard Albin PhD
Dr. Albin retired from the UTEP faculty after 31 years of teaching religion, cultural diversity and related courses. He holds a B.A.
in Philosophy, Vanderbilt University; Master of Divinity, Harvard; Master of Sacred Theology, Andover Newton Theological
School; Master of Counseling, UTEP; and Ph.D., University of Connecticut. He is a frequent teacher and retreat leader for the
Catholic Dioceses of El Paso and Las Cruces. Dr. Albin has taught with our Lifelong Learning program for several years.
Roberta Arney
Began her Buddhist studies when she became a student of Losang Samten from the Namgyal Monastery in 1989. During the last
six years she has taken advanced instruction from eminent teachers Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche and Bhakha Tulku Pema
Rigdzin. She teaches Dudjom Tersar Ngondro at the Chenrezig Tibetan Buddhist Cultural Center of El Paso where she is a
member of the Board of Directors.
Albert Askenazi
Has over 43 years of experience with the book "Don Quixote de la Mancha". He established the Museum Don Quixote with
more than 950 art pieces to inform, inspire, and enlighten the artistic and literary expressions related to this book. Mr. Askenazi
has presented for many years at numerous conferences, lectures, and classes on the subject of Don Quixote in many institution s,
universities, colleges, and museums.
Rabbi Larry Bach
Has served Temple Mount Sinai since 1998. He is a graduate of the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion, from
which he received both rabbinical ordination and a Masters of Arts in Hebrew Letters. He is a native of Albany, New York.
Steve Barowsky
Began undergraduate work in Education at UTEP. He has a B.A. in Anthropology from City College of New York and an M.A. in
Education from New Mexico State University. He has extensive experience as an instructor of various yoga and meditation
forms.
Sifu Beto Briseno
Began his training in the Eastern Martial Arts in 1953 and received guidance by Grand Master Ark Yuey Wong and other Masters
from China. He also studied Chi Gong at the Taoist Institute of Los Angeles and has been a martial arts instructor in El Paso since
1997. His gentle tutorage and instruction has generated many referrals from physicians in the surrounding area.
Sifu Beto Briseno
Began his training in the Eastern Martial Arts in 1953 and received guidance by Grand Master Ark Yuey Wong and other Masters
from China. He also studied Chi Gong at the Taoist Institute of Los Angeles and has been a martial arts instructor in El Paso since
1997. His gentle tutorage and instruction has generated many referrals from physicians in the surrounding area.
Linda Calk
Is a native El Pasoan who has had a lifelong interest in other languages and cultures. She holds M.A. Degrees in Spanish and
Linguistics from UTEP. Linda has taught a variety of language courses at middle school through university levels, including
Spanish, English as a Second Language, Portuguese, and Linguistics.
Gugliemo Da Prato
Born and raised in Lucca, Italy, has native proficiency in the Italian Language. Also has international experience in
communications and marketing. A Graduate of the University of Florence, Italy.
Christen Davis
Is a recognized Master ballroom dance instructor and competitor. She began her dance in ballet at the age of six under Vivian
Eurich, and later Ingeborg Heuser. While studying dance at UTEP, she met Mando Rodriguez at Shundo Ballroom Dance Studio.
Her love for ballroom dancing was immediate and caused her to redirect her dance studies from ballet to ballroom.
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Alan Dean PhD
Started his formal college education at UT- Austin, and finished later at Texas A&M. He has been an Emeritus Professor of
physics at UTEP since 2000. He was declared a “Diamond In The Rough” during the UTEP’s 75th anniversary celebration for his
work in “Physics Circus”. He has been involved with Lifelong Learning and OLLI for many years.
Bert Diamonstein
Holds B.A. and M.A. degrees from the UTEP in Philosophy & Political Science and has done advanced post graduate work in
International Relations and Comparative Political Systems at the University of Chicago. He is also a graduate of the Economic
Development Institute of the University of Oklahoma.
Carol Eastman
Received an M.A. in art education from UTEP and has taught at El Paso Community College, Coconino Community College, and
University of Texas/Pan American. Her award winning photography has been exhibited throughout the Southwest.
She has also worked as a broker, certified financial planner, corporate trainer, regional manager, and corporate officer with
brokerage companies & banks in both Texas and Arizona. She has served as a consultant to the Arizona Department of
Education, the U.S. Department of Commerce, NSF, and the U.S. Department of Education on grant funded projects that
designed educational programs.
Ruben Espinosa
Is an Associate Professor of English at the University of Texas at El Paso, where he specializes in Shakespeare and early modern
literature. His research interests include sixteenth-century cultural studies, early modern drama, post-Reformation religious
studies, and gender studies. He is the author of Masculinity and Marian Efficacy in Shakespeare’s England (Ashgate, 2011) and
co-editor of Shakespeare and Immigration (Ashgate, 2014).
Joanne Franco
Has lived in El Paso most of her life. She has been creating stained glass for over 17 years and has had her own shop for 7 y ears.
She does custom work, restoration for church windows, and is proficient in mosaics and fusing.
Norm Garrett
Holds an M.A. Degree in Education from Bridgewater State College in Bridgewater, MA and an training in Nonprofit
Administration from the University of San Francisco, where he was a Kellogg Fellow. He is a student of history with a desire to
discover and uncover the untold American stories from the silent voices of the past.
Mimi Gladstein PhD
Mimi Reisel Gladstein is a Professor of English. She is the author of five books and co-editor of two. The Last Supper of Chicano
Heroes: Selected Works of José Antonio Burciaga won an American Book Award , a Southwest Book Award, and a Latino Book
Award. Gladstein’s scholarly articles cover subjects as diverse as feminism in the Harry Potter series and bilingual wordplay in
Hemingway and Steinbeck. The El Paso Commission for Women named her to their Hall of Fame in2011. The El Paso County
Historical Society inducted her into their Hall of Honor.
Armando González-Stuart PhD
Has written 5 books, and published various research articles in internationally renowned peer-reviewed journals regarding
alternative medicine. From 2011 to the present, he has been professor of Alternative Medicine, as well as Herbal Medicine with
the Senior Adult Program at EPCC.
Garland Greene
Born and raised in New York and retired from US Army. Instructor at EPCC, volunteers at Chamizal National Memorial and has
been an OLLI facilitator/ instructor for seven years.
Margaret Haddad
Raised in Odessa, received a Bachelors of Music Education with concentration on voice from West Texas State Univ, Canyon, TX.
Taught choir, piano, music theory and International Baccalaureate in music at various elementary, middle and high schools.
Grace Haddox
Has an M.A. in English and American Literature. She teaches research and British literature at EPCC. She has been teaching at
OLLI since 2002.
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Romy Saenz Hawkins
Is a master of the metal embossing art form. A a native of Sinaloa, Mexico, she has learned her artistry in Germany and Mexico.
She completed the certification in this art from the UA CJ, Mexico. Romy has been an instructor of Repujado for OLLI at UTEP,
Continuing Education, the Art Museum and private classes. Her work has been exhibited in juried shows locally and out -of-town,
and in private collections.
Maria Carmen Hernandez
Is a former faculty member of EPCC. She received a B.A. degree in Media and Mass Communications from the University of
Chihuahua and holds an M.A. in Spanish from the Universidad Autónoma de Cd. Juárez. She has been coordinator for the Arts
Department, City of Juárez, in such programs as The Siglo de Oro Festival and the Border Festival.
Anita Hopkins
Born and raised in El Paso, she graduated with a bachelor's degree from Texas Tech University and completed a master's degree
at Michigan State University. Her passion for family history began on a road trip over 20 years ago to meet a long lost aunt . Her
family quest has led to many journeys from the West Coast to the East Coast and into Canada. She has walked cemeteries,
researched libraries, interviewed relatives and written their stories. She is a member of the National Genealogical Society and
DAR.
Paul Huchton
Attended El Paso schools and TWC where he received a B.A. He earned his M.D. degree from Vanderbilt University. He has
acquired vast knowledge and interest in China from extensive travels throughout Asia.
Carl Jackson
Is a member of the UTEP Department of History. His doctorate is from UCLA. Dr. Jackson’s interest in religious studies grew out
of research for his "History to 1500" class and extended research on the American interest in Asian religions. He has held
teaching appointments in Malaysia and as a Fulbright Scholar at Osaka University in Japan.
Larry Johnson PhD
Received his Doctorate from Johns Hopkins University and joined the UT El Paso faculty that same year. Larry has served as Chair
of the English Department, the Department of Communication, and the Faculty Senate. He has received numerous awards
teaching excellence. He taught in the Western Cultural Heritage Program since its inception, and retired from the UTEP in 2012.
Eric Kappus
Has been interpreting nature for people in El Paso since 2002 and is an accomplished geologist, consultant, and field trip leader.
Eric is currently a PhD candidate in Geology at UTEP, is a five time graduate of Tom Brown's Tracker school, and has been
certified in Advanced Wilderness First Aid three times. Eric discovered dinosaur tracks in El Paso, Sunland Park, and Juarez, and
has led close to 500 nature field trips in our region.
Lin Bentley Keeling
Grew up in Arizona where she studied music and became interested in Native American weaving and basketry. She earned her
BA in anthropology, minoring in art history at UTEP, and her MA in anthropology at NMSU. Keeling creates abstract woven
artworks in two and three dimensions, influenced by jazz and classical music and by artworks from many cultures. She combines
her love of art and her anthropological research skills in her studies of fiber technologies in pre-historic and pre-industrial
contexts, the cross-cultural study of aesthetics and creativity, and Native American fiber arts, particularly basketry.
Dov E. Kupfer
Is a native El Pasoan and has been in the Floral Design industry since 1976. He attended UTEP where he received a Bachelor of
Arts degree in Art Education All Levels w/ teacher certification. He taught the professional floral design classes at EPCC for over
20 years and a classes at UTEP in the P3 program. Dov E. is an award winning Texas State designer. He has won numerous
awards in local, state, regional and national competitions and is an accredited member of the American Institute of Floral
Designers, Texas State Florists Assoc,. WesTexas New Mexico Florists Assoc. and the New Mexico State and Regional Florists
Assoc. He has a vast knowledge of every aspect of the floral design industry.
Sherry Lewis
Earned a degree in Theatre at UTEP. She teaches Speech at the University of Texas in El Paso, and Drama at the El Paso
Community College, and is currently involved in interactive computer training of soldiers at Ft. Bliss. She is a longtime member
of the National Issues Forum, serving on the Steering Committee for more than twenty years. Every spring, she moderates and
participates in three NIF discussions on the campus of UTEP and live on KCOS-TV.
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Roya Manzourkhani
Ms. Mansourkhani has an M.A. in Fine Arts from NMSU and a M.A. from UTEP. She has taught drawing and painting at UTEP
since 2008. As a professional artist, Roya has contributed art works to exhibits and shows nationally and internationally.
Oscar Martinez
Has taught at UTEP from 1975 to 1988, and since 1988 at the Univ. of Arizona. He is the author and editor of numerous books
and articles on the history of Mexico, the U.S.-Mexico Borderlands, and Mexican Americans. His most recent books are
Troublesome Border, 2nd ed. (Univ. of Arizona Press, 2006) and Mexico's Uneven Development: The Geographic and Historical
Roots of Inequality (N.Y.: Routldege, 2015).
Jim McIntyre
Graduated from Vanderbilt and the University of Virginia Law School. He is now retired from law practice, and teaches law as an
adjunct faculty member at EPCC. Geography and travel is an avocation. Yes, he is an admitted travel junkie! He has shared his
travel experiences and photography in the CLL and OLLI classes since 1998.
Davinia Miraval
Ms. Miraval studied graphic communications at National Autonomous University of Mexico in 1998. That same year she came to
the United States and continued her interest in art. In 2005 she received a B.A. of Fine Arts in the area of metals at the UTEP.
She has received several awards in her area of interest, among them Best of Painting, Award of Excellence in Metals from the
University of Texas, and the Student Scholarship from Women’s Jewelry Association, Inc. In 2007 she received an M.A. in Art,
majoring in metals and painting.
Diane Molina
Trading in a career as a software engineer for IBM to follow her passion as a professional photographer and writer, Diana Molina
lived in Europe for a decade before settling in New Mexico’s Mesilla Valley. Her feature stories have appeared in Elle, Esquire,
GEO, GQ, Marie Claire, National Geographic Traveler, Vogue, Texas Highways and The New Mexico Magazine. Her exhibits have
shown in art and science museums across the country and her artwork is included in public and private collections. Additional ly,
she lectures for the New Mexico Humanities Council and serves as director for the Juntos Art Association to provide art-based
public programming.
James Mortimore
Teacher, traveler, lecturer, writer and an honors graduate of UTEP where he studied Literature and History. Reciently returni ng
from 15 years in the Middle East, he wishes to explore with OLLI members relevant historic and current Middle Eastern issues.
His presentations are not without the personal view, the directly human - the all too human first-hand view which experience
engenders. Nevertheless, the presenter hopes to be developing a scholarly narrative of the history and relevant texts.
Nancy Natalicio
Nancy Natalicio has a Master’s in English Literature from Duke University, along with a Master’s in Educational Psychology and
32 hours of creative writing from UTEP. She currently writes on a contract basis for El Paso Inc. and Southwest Senior, is
Secretary of the El Paso Writers’ League, and participates in a weekly writing critique group. She has a passion for listening to
others’ life stories.
Sobha Podila
Has worked as a physician (internist) for the US federal government for 27 years. She is a member of American Association of
Integrative Medicine, American College of Lifestyle Medicine and the Institute of Functional Medicine. Currently she is the
secretary of the Southwest Hindu Temple in El Paso and has been teaching Hinduism to children and adults for several years.
Rosario Ponte
Is an El Paso artist, originally from Venezuela. A graduate of the New Orleans Academy of Fine Arts, she also completed
advanced studies at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts and has further studied under nationally acclaimed artists
Aleksander Titovets and Daniel Greene. She has been painting for 25 years and has won prizes for her oil paintings which have
been exhibited nationally and internationally. Ms. Ponte specializes in portraiture, landscapes and still life.
Victor Puolos
Mr. Poulos, a well know attorney in the El Paso Region also has an entrepreneurial spirit. In 2002 he planted grapes on ten a cres
in Canutillo and subsequently developed the very successful Zin Valle Vinyards. He is regulary asked to speak to groups on w ine
topics.
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Phyllis Price
Phyllis Price has led yoga classes since 1981, both privately and at various El Paso studios, health clubs, and gyms. She taught
vigorous Ashtanga yoga in curriculum classes at UTEP and NMSU. She is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT) with
Yoga Alliance, as well as a registered Life Force Yoga Teacher (LFYT) specializing in yoga for depression, anxiety, and PTSD. She
has special training in yoga for pregnancy, for restorative poses, and for the pelvic floor.
Lynn Provenzano
Has facilitated personal and professional development for over 25 years in corporate and community groups. She has worldwide, cross cultural experience and specializes in interpersonal skills, creative energy work and motivation. Lynn is a Reiki
Master, Pranic Healer and devotee of Tai-Chi and ChiGong.
Oween Rath
Has attended art classes at UTEP and EPCC and taken watercolor workshops from many prominent artists around the U.S. Ms.
Rath has taught art in the El Paso Public School System and has given private lessons to kids and adults. Her own work has b een
juried into Las Artistas, Kermezar, the Christmas Fair, Ruidoso Art Fair, and the Scottsdale Art Fair.
Cecilia Rogers
Native from El Paso, raised in Ciudad Juárez and México City where she obtained her baccalaureate in the humanities area. She
studied in Rome at Stella Viae college of art and languages where she obtained her diploma in French from the Alliance
Francaise and later her diploma in Italian from the Instituto Dante Alighieri, both with honors. She attended the Sorbonne in
Paris to read French language and civilization. She loves art and studied art history at the university of the Americas, México City.
She participates very actively in the literary circle “A la Sombra de Sor Juana”.
Natalia Savchenko
30 years of experience in the fields of education and research in ex-Soviet Union, Germany, Argentina, Peru, Bulgaria,
Czechoslovakia and Mexico and in teaching and education (analysis of the information, literature, intercultural communication,
Russian language), public relations and business. Has over 20 published works in the areas of language and education.
Steve Schiller
2nd trumpet, Las Cruces Symphony. Former member: Cleveland Symphony, National Ballet of Canada, Springfield, MA.
Symphony, Brooklyn Philharmonic. Performances with: Boston Symphony, Metropolitan Opera, NYC Broadway musicals. Former
faculty: New England Conservatory of Music, Cleveland Institute of Music, Westfield (MA) State College.
Jim Smith
Jim Smith is a former high school history teacher who has been recognized as the New Mexico Teacher of the Year and Finalist
for the National Teachers' Hall of Fame. Jim now works as an education consultant, having made presentations to teachers and
administrators throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. His online class for Rice University, titled “The Art of Teach ing
History,” recently reached over 5000 teachers in 135 nations. Jim has made numerous presentations on music history in
community education programs at NMSU, WNMU, and Rice University. During the last eight years, he has taught 12 classes for
OLLI at UTEP.
Barbara Upsal
Owner of MayaLuna Yarns, holds an AA in fashion design as well as other degrees. Her lifelong passion for fiber arts, knittin g,
crocheting and sewing began in childhood. She loves to design her own pieces and inspire others to unleash their creative and
wild side.
Vidiriana Vidana
Has a B.A. & an M.A. in Spanish with specializations in Latin American literature and secondary education. She is certified b y the
Texas State Board of Educators, has over five years of teaching experience (both at high school and college level), and is
currently working to obtain a Ph.D. in Teaching, Learning and Culture.
Lee Westman
Dr. Lee Ann Elliott Westman holds a BA in Humanities from Brigham Young University, and a M.A. and Ph.D. in Humanities from
Florida State University. She was a professor of humanities at Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Michigan for nine years before
accepting a position at the University of Texas at El Paso as a Visiting Professor in the fall of 2007. Dr. Westman has a joi nt
appointment in Humanities and Women's Studies at UTEP. Her research focuses primarily on Mary Jane Holmes, a 19th -century
American woman writer of domestic fiction.Dr. Westman is the co-editor of HERA’s scholarly journal, Interdisciplinary
Humanities.
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Dave Wieters
Retired NMSU professor of operation management. Dave has been woodturning since 2004. He is self taught but has
significantly benefited from attending wood turning symposiums for many years. He has taught turning classes for OLLI and for
the Woodworkers Club. He is the current President of the Borderline Turners, a chapter of the American Association of
Woodturners, past-President of the Woodworkers Club of El Paso and the Editor of the Woodworkers Club's newsletter.
Ian Wilson
The current director of OLLI at El Paso has lived in Brazil for almost 14 years. He grew up in Rio de Janeiro listening to all forms of
Brazilian music first hand. As an adult he returned to Brazil with the Peace Corps, where he obtained an even greater
appreciation for the many forms of music of a country known for its Soccer, Coffee, Carnaval and Samba!
Dennis Woo
Is a broadcast journalism veteran, having worked in Corpus Christi, Amarillo, Tucson and El Paso as a news producer, reporter,
photographer, editor and disc jockey. He is now the operations director at KTEP-FM, the University's public radio station, and
host of the daily morning jazz show.
Robert Wren PhD
Has been an instructor at CLL/OLLI from its inception. He holds a B.A. in English and History and an M.A. in English Literatu re
from UTEP and a Ph.D. in English Literature from UT Austin. He taught at UT Austin and College of the Southwest, New Mexico.
Dr. Wren is fluent in Spanish, French and classical Latin.
Here’s why lifelong learning is beneficial for seniors:
1. We get to pick the topics we want to learn. In retirement, our educational choices are no longer
dictated by the requirements to complete a degree. Now is the time to pursue those off-the-beatenpath areas that truly spark our interest. For example, I would love to learn more about reptiles, gold
rush history, how to write a novel, and how to play the guitar. The beauty is that what I decide to learn
is my personal choice.
2. We have the time. I think one of the biggest challenges of retirement will be how to stay busy
during all of the free time we inherit. Lifelong learning fills those potentially empty hours with interesting
and engaging challenges. And at the end of the day our newly found knowledge is something we can
be proud of having spent our time on.
3. Learning keeps us sharp. For retirees who no longer receive the stimulation that comes with a job
and its challenges, it is easy to slow down and lose our edge. I found that within 18 months of
myretirement test drive I did not feel as sharp when speaking with others. Learning and studying keeps
the mind engaged and our thinking clear. Plus, we inevitably learn some interesting tidbits to share at
social events.
4. Learning keeps us socially engaged. While we were in school as younger people, most of our
circle of friends came from classmates and those we interacted with in the school environment. Going
back to school as retirees can open new channels of interaction and introduce us to new friends inside
and outside of the classroom.
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1:30 PM Watercolor - For All
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1:30 PM Henry IV part 2
1:30 PM From Spanish to Portuguese
3:15 PM Mexico: History and other stuff
3:15 PM Alternative Medicines
3:15 PM Art and Culture:Image and Icon
3:15 PM Novice Family History Detective
4:30 PM ABC's of Wine Tasting
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1:30 PM Augustine's City of God
3:15 PM Energy & Pranic Healing II
3:15 PM The Art of Photography
1:30 PM Easy Yoga part 2
1:30 PM Battleground: Middle East II
1:30 PM Not A Buddhist
3:15 PM Family History Detective II
3:15 PM Herbal Medicines
3:15 PM The Music of Brazil
1:30 PM NT Pastoral Letters
1:30 PM Investments 101
1:30 PM Dystopias
3:15 PM Paris, The Luminous Yrs
3:15 PM TED And Me
3:15 PM Sing Like an Angel
1:30 PM Controversies in Science
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1:30 PM Every Picture Tells a Story
9:00 AM Conversational Spanish
1:30 PM China Old and New
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3:15 PM The Civil War
3:15 PM Discovering Islam
9:00 AM Ghostwriting
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500 W University Ave.
El Paso, TX 79968
AN IMPORTANT WORD ABOUT PARKING AND PARKING PASSES
The parking permit is a valuable OLLI benefit and is offered for the fall and spring sessions FOR
THOSE WHO ARE REGISTERED. One permit per semester will be distributed to participants
commuting to UTEP FOR OLLI activities. Drivers are responsible for making sure that the permit
is displayed on the driver's side dashboard or they may be cited. The OLLI parking permit is NOT
intended for the convenience of UTEP staff, faculty or students. You may rent or renew your
Gate Activating Card for $10.00 each semester.
E N R O L L M E N T PA R K I N G I N F O R M AT I O N
- Park in the Sun Bowl Garage Visitors section.
- Bring the garage ticket to the OLLI office for validation.
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