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Come for the courses and stay for the connections!
This phrase captures what keeps OLLI at DU relevant and interesting. Oh, and it also helps keep both you and me relevant and interesting! We want to be inspired by our courses, but as much as academic learning, it is the serendipitous connections along the way and the sharing of ideas that creates a memorable and lasting impact.
My day usually starts with some exercise and music before plopping down in front of my computer for my newish job at OLLI at DU. Today started with the Beatles, which has me humming as I write. Great melodic tunes, even though I tend to lean toward jazz and soul. With all of the elements trying to capture your attention, thanks for making us part of your day.
Soon we will announce the launch of our new fall catalog so you can be ready to register for courses on August 21. Mark this date on your calendar, so you don't miss out. And, since we know some of you are ready now, please stop by the office to pick up a mini-catalog of all the courses that you may want to take this fall or peruse the mini-catalog on our new website (still under construction) at olli.du.edu. I can assure you that the staff and volunteers at OLLI at DU have not been "resting on our laurels*" as we prepare for the fall term.
To make using our new website, new membership program and new registration easy, we are offering series of meetings at our main sites, where you can learn about how to register for courses and navigate the changes in our membership model. We will also have an online workshop on Friday, August 18 at 10:00. Read below for more info...and thanks for being part of OLLI at DU!
Bruce
*In Hellenic times, laurel leaves were closely tied to Apollo, the god of music, prophecy and poetry. Apollo was usually depicted with a crown of laurel leaves, and this became a symbol of status and achievement. Victorious athletes at the ancient Pythian Games received wreaths made of laurel branches, and the Romans later adopted the practice by presenting wreaths to generals who won important battles. “Rest on their laurels” came to mean basking in the glory of past achievements. Since the 1800s, however, it has been used for those who are overly satisfied with past triumphs.
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Don't miss the last three
Summer Shorts Webinars!
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August 1 from 10 am-11:30 am
Hormones for Healthy Aging: Hype or Holy Grail?
Presented by Gretchen Frey, M.D. and Richard Heppe, M.D.
Hormones are a hot topic in the aging population, and for-profit clinics that provide them are doing a booming business. What exactly are hormones? How much power do they have to affect our health, and what role do they play in the aging process? What are the risks and benefits of hormone therapy for men and women? In addressing these questions, this seminar will focus primarily on the sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone), while touching on the roles of some other important players.
Gretchen Frey, M.D. is a retired OBGYN physician and menopause specialist who completed her medical training and residency at the University of Colorado and practiced in the Denver metro area for over 30 years. She holds an Assistant Clinical Faculty appointment in the CU Department of Family Medicine. Her interests expanded through the years from menopause to healthy aging and the broader role of hormones and hormone therapy. She speaks and writes about topics related to menopause, sexuality, and aging for professional and community audiences.
Richard Heppe, M.D. has been engaged in the private practice of urology since 1991. From 2003- 2005, he served as President of the Rocky Mountain Urologic Society. He is also a member of the American Urological Association, Colorado Medical Society, and Denver Medical Society and is a clinical instructor with several family medicine residency programs. From 2016 through 2022, he was recognized as a Top Doc by 5280 Magazine in the category of reproductive endocrinology and infertility.
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August 8 from 10 am-11:30 am
Heather Straub, M.D.
Ethical Issues Surrounding Abortion in a Post-Roe Nation
August 10 from 10 am-noon
Larry Tannenbaum, OLLI at DU Facilitator, Retired Attorney
Don and Phil: Remembering the Music of The Everly Brothers
Get enrolled now! Click here to register.
Free for annual members and $15 for all others
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Brand new! Just added!
August 15 from 10 am-noon
Hilary A. Smith, Associate Professor of History at DU. Hilary directs the Asian Studies program in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
China, Taiwan, and the US: A History of Fraught Relations
This program will explain the background of Taiwan’s peculiar status as a de facto country that isn’t recognized as one by most of the world, including the US. It will explore the modern history of China’s relationship with Taiwan, and important turning points in the US’s ties with each. We’ll use this conversation to develop a richer understanding of the tensions we hear about so often today.
Please note that this is the first webinar that will be provided free of charge for all OLLI at DU members register below
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Attend one of the upcoming meetings to learn how to use our new website and registration system
Please plan to join us!
If you have any questions about OLLI at DU's new membership program, new website or new registration system, mark your calendar for an upcoming membership and registration meeting. Our staff will provide an overview presentation followed by step-by-step assistance of how to purchase a membership, purchase a single course registration, or purchase a course package. Our new system will be much easier to navigate, and we will send a clear and concise confirmation email with each purchase, but it is a transition for many longtime OLLI at DU members.
Be sure to attend at least one of the following in-person meetings, or join us online on Friday, August 18 at 10:00 am.
August 16; 10 am-12 noon
- South Member Orientation to new website & registration assistance
- Columbine United Church, 6375 S. Platte Canyon Rd. Littleton, CO 80123
- Click Here for Map
August 17; 10 am-1 pm
- Central Member Orientation to new website & registration assistance.
- First Universalist Church of Denver, 4101 East Hampden, Denver, CO 80222
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click here for map
August 17; 1-3 pm
- West Member Orientation to new website and & registration assistance
- Jefferson Unitarian Church, 14350 West 32nd Avenue, Golden, CO 80401
- Click to see map
August 18; 10:00-11:30 (Online via Zoom)
https://udenver.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0udeqgpzsiHdOwrx99yaObmF3lg6YHEgYk
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TRAVEL FOCUS: Exclusive Alaska By Rail Trip for OLLI at DU members
All Aboard! Journey the entire 470-mile length of the historic Alaska Railroad from Fairbanks to Seward. Along the way you'll learn about life in the North and its people, culture and wildlife. Ride to Denali National Park home of North America’s tallest mountain, 20,310-foot Denali where you'll explore its trails with one of Denali Education Center's educators. Then you'll head to Anchorage and experience the cultures of Alaska’s Native groups before heading to the harbor town of Seward to take in the grandeur of Kenai Fjords National Park.
Program Highlights:
- View stunning scenery and wildlife on a journey into Denali National Park.
- Visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center to learn about Alaska's diverse array of cultures and traditions.
- Explore Kenai Fjords National Park by boat to spot glaciers, marine mammals, birds and the rugged coast.
Program Only Prices:
- Double Occupancy: $6,899
- Single Occupancy: $8,439
Activity Level - On Your Feet
- Minimal walking and standing.
- Optional walks of up to three miles.
- Elevations on your bus trip up to 3,900 feet.
Details:
- Upon enrollment, roundtrip airfare available through Road Scholar Travel Services for an additional fee.
- Program Prices Include:
- 10 nights of accommodations
- 25 meals (10 B, 7 L, 8 D)
- 4 expert-led lectures
- 13 expert-led field trips
- Group travel and transfers throughout the program
- A Group Leader to accompany you throughout the program to handle all logistics
- Customary gratuities, taxes and destination fees
- The Road Scholar Assurance Plan, including 24-hour assistance for medical and other emergencies
Accommodations:
- River's Edge Resort, Fairbanks, 2 nights • Located in the heart of Fairbanks along the Chena River that boasts 14-acres of landscaped riverfront property.
- Denali Education Center, Denali Park, 3 nights • Quiet wooded campus, on the banks of the Nenana River, consisting of 12 cabins and Riverside Hall, a combined dining and classroom facility.
- The Historic Anchorage Hotel, Anchorage, 2 nights • Established in 1916, this historic hotel originally served as Alaska’s central meeting space, though it now stands as a classic example of Anchorage’s rich heritage and commitment to preservation.
- Gateway Hotel, Seward, 2 nights • Brand new hotel that opened in 2021 in the heart of Seward.
- Courtyard Anchorage Airport, Anchorage, 1 night, Conveniently located near the airport.
To Learn More or Reserve Your Spot:
- Please contact Dave Johnson at David.K.Johnson@du.edu Deadline to express your interest is Friday, September 15, 2023
We are working with facilitators to offer special OLLI at DU courses and webinars which highlight our upcoming domestic and international travel opportunities including information about these countries/regions - their cultures, food, history, geology, etc. Stay tuned for this intersection of OLLI courses and what many would consider the ultimate field trip!
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Volunteers make it all work! We need you!
OLLI has a long history of being a volunteer-based organization and we so appreciate all who have served in so many different roles over the years. We hope you might be interested in a new wave of opportunities for OLLI at DU members.
OLLI at DU Volunteer Coordinator Sherry Feinbaum is establishing pathways for volunteers to get involved and she needs some help along the way! Let Sherry know if you can help out as she works on creating a database of interested volunteers to ensure that we have the people power to do all the work that lies ahead. She can be reached at Sherry.Feinbaum@du.edu.
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