As we delve into another exciting week of learning and exploration, we're thrilled to present a lineup that's sure to captivate your curiosity and expand your horizons.
 
But first, a friendly reminder: Classes are filling up fast, with several already reaching capacity for in-classroom seats. If you haven't yet secured your spot, now's the time to register and guarantee your place in these enriching experiences.
 
Now, let's take a glimpse at what's in store:
 
🗼 Paris: Off the Beaten Tracks: Join Howard Cohen as he guides us through more hidden gems and lesser-known wonders of the City of Light.
 
🔮 Witch Hunts: A Historical Journey: Jeff Milsteen leads us through the dark corridors of history to explore the fascinating phenomenon of witch hunts.
 
🇪🇸 Spanish 2 with Marci Weiland: Ready to brush up on your Spanish skills? Marci Weiland's Spanish 2 course kicks off next week, offering an immersive learning experience.
 
🗳️ The Most Important Election of our Lives: Dive into a compelling series featuring esteemed presenters, as we dissect and analyze the many topics around elections that have shaped our world.
 
🌍 Reducing Your Carbon Footprint: Looking to make a positive impact on the environment? Don't miss our upcoming presentation in May, offering practical insights on reducing your carbon footprint.

🔬 Crawford Long and His Medical Milestone: Join Flynn Warren for a captivating presentation on Crawford Long and his groundbreaking medical research.
 
🏛️ Civil War in the Western Theater: Part 1: Michael Shaffer takes us on a journey through the Civil War in the Western Theater, exploring its complexities and significance.

With such an array of engaging topics and expert instructors, there's something for everyone at OLLI. Read information below and secure your spot today and embark on a journey of lifelong learning!

Minimizing Your Carbon Footprint 
Instructor: John Brown

Minimizing Your Carbon Footprint While Earning Income' is a historical survey of metals recycling. A discovery of classifications of common scrap found in our basements, living rooms and garages. A personal application involving how we can make extra money off of property waste. Ending with an analysis concerning the future of metals recycling.
Thurs., May 16, 2024, 1:00PM - 2:00PM - Click here to register.

Register for Spanish 2 and Take Your Spanish Skills to the Next Level

Instructor: Marci Wieland

In this class, students will start learning how to use verbs and new vocabulary to create simple, communicative sentences to talk about what people are like and what they do.  They will learn the present tense of regular verbs and some high-frequency irregular verbs. We will practice using the present tense with topics such as food, health, clothing, weather, and hobbies. Click here for more info.  

Civil War in the Western Theater Part 1
Instructor: Michael K. Shaffer, Civil War Historian, Author
Tuesday, May 07 - May 28, 2024, 1:30 - 3:00PM

From the 1862 capture of Forts Henry and Donelson to 1864's March to the Sea, many pivotal campaigns and battles during the American Civil War took place in the Western Theater. This area of operations consisted of all the geographic territory west of the Appalachian Mountains to the Mississippi River.

During this course, we will explore military action at Shiloh, Perryville, Stones River, Vicksburg, Chickamauga, Chattanooga, Atlanta, and many other battles! Students will also learn about the commanding officers involved in an area, which most historians agree decided the outcome of the war. Click here to register. 

The Most Important Election Of Our Lives? Is Democracy at Risk? Really?
Are you ready to delve into the intricate fabric of our political landscape? Our upcoming two-part series course promises to be an intellectually stimulating journey, featuring a diverse array of experts ranging from esteemed university professors to seasoned industry leaders.

Each week, we'll delve into pressing topics such as money in politics, election forecasting, political ethics, media and social media impact, racism, and the strategic behavior of politicians and legislators. With each session, these experts will challenge us to examine our current political environment through the lens of fact-based research and insightful analysis. Join us as we gain a deeper understanding of the complexities shaping our world today.

Register today to secure your spot in each session and join us as we embark on this enlightening exploration together!

Part 1 - First 4 Week Session (April 30 - May 21) -  Register here

• Dr. Kerwin Swint, author, commentator, and award-winning professor of political science at Kennesaw State University, who has appeared on CNN, Fox News, the BBC, The View, the Wall Street Journal and more.
• Dr. Jefferey Lazarus, Professor of Political Science, Georgia State University whose research focuses on campaign finance.
• Dr. Adam Stone, Associate Professor of Political Science, former Co-Editor-in-Chief of Questions in Politics.
• Dr. Edward Queen, Emory University is an expert on issues related to professional and social ethics, religious and ethnic conflict, and civil society.

Part 2 - Second 4 Week Session (June 4- June 25) - Register here. 

•  Bernard Farga, PhD - Emory, Racial & Ethnic Politics & Political Behavior
•  David Schweidel, PhD -Emory, Social Media Intelligence, Analytics & Elections
•  Ben Taylor, Professor - Kennesaw University, Political Advocacy 
• Adrienne Jones, PhD -  Morehouse College, Racism in Elections