Spring 2021 OLLI Catalog (Interactive)

Spring 2021 Course Catalog January - June 

Enrich Your Life, 

Enrich OLLI at CSUDH 

Osher Lifelong 

Learning Institute

COLLEGE OF EXTENDED 

CSUDH I & INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION

OLLI Spring 2021 

NEW! 

OLLI Spring 2021 

Virtual Open House 

Join us at OLLI Spring 2021 Virtual Open 

House to learn more about lifelong learning 

for retired and semi-retired adults. 

Feel free to invite your friends to the 2021 

Spring Virtual Open House by sharing this 

link: bit.ly/OpenHouse-SP21 or 

have them call 310-243-3208. This is a great opportunity to 

learn about membership in the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. 

January 26, 2021 

Tuesday | 3pm - 4:30pm 

For more information contact OLLI at CSUDH call 

(310) 243-3208 or email olli@csudh.edu. 

New Members Orientation Meeting 

February 5 

Friday | 10 am-11am 

(Virtual Tour of CSUDH at 11:10 am-12:30pm) 

Meeting ID 845 2400 2546 

Details on page 38. 

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Table of Contents 

Open House .................................................1 

OLLI Contact Information.........................2 

Dean’s Welcome ........................................2 

OLLI Membership Information ...............3 

Spring 2021 Activities ...............................4 

Using the Zoom Meeting Interface ......4 

OLLI 2019-2020 

Annual Report Synopsis................5-8 

OLLI Classes at CSUDH.................. 9-38 

Art, Culture & Language ..............10-12 

Health & Wellness..........................13-21 

Black History Month ..........................22 

Business & Finance........................... 23 

History & Social Science.................. 24 

Science & Technology......................25 

Pop-Up Events ....................................26 

Osher Lecture Series........................ 27 

Discussion Groups...................... 28-29 

Virtual Docent-led Tours ............30-37 

Special Events..................................... 38 

Peer-Led (Omnilore) ......................39-48 

In Memorium........................................ 49 

University Courses 

for OLLI Members.............................50 

OLLI Sponsors & Volunteers ..........51-52 

OLLI Codes of Conduct ........................ 53 

Parking at OLLI......................................... 54 

Instructors and Lecturers................54-55 

Chronological List of Courses...... 56-60 

OLLI’s Peer-Led Program (Omnilore) Orientations 

February 25, 2021 

Thursday | 10 am or 

March 8, 2021 

Monday | 1:30 pm 

RSVP to (310) 215-1848 or 

membership@omnilore.org 

Additional fees may apply. 

(See page 40) 

OLLI is on Facebook! 

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 

at Cal State University Dominguez Hills 

www.facebook.com/csudholli 

Osher Lecture Series – South Bay 

www.facebook.com/OsherLecture 

Social Tennis for Seniors 

www.facebook.com/groups/ 

OLLISocialTennis 

OLLI Online Calendar 

n Until further notice, all Omnilore peer-led study/discussion 

www.csudh.edu/OLLI/Calendar 

groups occur virtually using Zoom. 

Spring 2021 | www.csudh.edu/olli | (310) 243-3208 1

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE (OLLI) 

Contact Information 


Learning Institute (OLLI) 

California State University, 

Dominguez Hills 

College of Extended & 

International Education, EE-1300 

1000 East Victoria Street 

Carson, CA 90747 

OLLI Ofce: (310) 243-3208 

OLLI Registration: (310) 243-3741 

Extended Education Building, EE-1100 

Website: www.csudh.edu/olli 

Email: olli@csudh.edu 

Registration Ofce Hours: 

Monday-Thursday 8:00am – 8:00pm 

Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm 

Saturday 8:00am – 1:30pm 

Sunday Closed 

Bernard and Barbro Osher 

Bernard Osher 

Foundation 

The CSUDH Osher Lifelong 

Learning Institute is funded in 

part by a generous endowment 

from the Bernard Osher 

Foundation. The Bernard Osher 

Foundation funds a national 

network of OLLIs located at 

124 colleges and universities 

throughout the United States. 

www.osher.net 

A Message from Dean McNutt 

College of Extended and International Education, CSUDH 

Dear OLLI@CSUDH Member, 

During these last 12 months, life for all of us has 

changed. Because of the seriousness and reach 

of the Coronavirus, last spring all face-to-face 

courses at CSUDH were converted to online 

or alternative modality. Athletics, theater and 

musical performance were canceled. Students left residence halls, 

and nearly all staf members began working remotely. 

These safety protocols continued into summer and fall, and OLLI 

continued to deliver programming through Zoom. We are proud of 

how well everyone has adapted to this new environment. While 

we hope to be able to ofer face-to-face courses again in the near 

future, we thank you for your patience and cooperation during 

these unprecedented times. 

OLLI@CSUDH is very much alive and working to not only survive, 

but THRIVE. Many members say they feel enriched, creative, and 

encouraged, because OLLI has made a diference in their lives. 

OLLI@CSUDH remains committed to providing exciting learning 

and social opportunities for our members. The Spring 2021 

oferings include a stimulating and entertaining lineup of programs 

and activities at no cost to members. Register today for any 

courses that interests you, and invite your friends to join too. 

Times are tough for many of us, however, WE NEED YOUR HELP 

NOW MORE THAN EVER. OLLI@CSUDH is funded in part by an 

endowment from the Osher Foundation, which requires a minimum 

of 500 members. We need your commitment to renew or rejoin 

OLLI@CSUDH so we can maintain our Osher Foundation funding 

and partnership. At $30 per year, OLLI@CSUDH has the lowest 

membership fee of any of the 124 Osher member institutions. 

This is a crucial time for members to show support by returning 

your completed Membership Form today. We thank those of you 

that have already renewed, and a big Thank You to those of you 

who contributed an additional fnancial gift. 

OLLI@CSUDH will survive and thrive because of you – our 

members. We value and appreciate you, and celebrate our 

commitment to you to keep OLLI@CSUDH strong and vibrant. 

Be Safe and Be Well. 

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OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE @ CSU DOMINGUEZ HILLS

OLLI MEMBERSHIP 

Lifelong Learning at CSUDH is a 

membership organization for those 

individuals age 50+ who are seeking 

intellectual and social activities. These 

activities include short courses on a variety 

of topics, peer-led courses, discussion 

groups, feld trips, computer work shops, 

social gatherings and campus cultural 

events. Learning takes place in a supportive 

environment without concern for grades, tests, or requirements. 

OLLI@CSUDH Current Membership Benefts 

During Covid 

OLLI members enjoy many benefts inherent in student status. 

• Attend the popular Osher Lecture Series (Fall and Spring 

Semesters only) 

• Participate in discussion groups on a variety of topics each term 

• Enroll in special interest, technology and other workshops 

designed for lifelong learners 

• Attend short courses and participate in feld trips 

• Receive notifcations by mail or email about campus even ts 

• Receive CSUDH Student ID card for library privileges and 

bookstore discounts 

• Virtual classrooms 

• Receive an OLLI catalog each semester 

• Participate in University and other selected Extended Education 

programs for reduced rates 

• Become involved in determining OLLI curriculum and events 

• Meet like-minded adults in a supportive learning environment 

• Email account at ToroMail 

• Reduced annual parking pass fees (See page 54) 

Become a Member! 

You can become an OLLI member by 

calling (310) 243-3741 or completing 

the membership portion of the 

registration form in this catalog. 

Fee: Annual OLLI membership is $30. 

This includes the Osher Lecture 

Series and other benefts. Some OLLI 

activities have additional nominal fees. 

These include OLLI courses, feld trip 

fee, computer courses and the peerled 

(Omnilore) program. 

Meeting Times: Dates and times 

for courses are listed with course 

descriptions in this schedule. 

Course Registration: During 

coronovirus restrictions, OLLI is 

providing safe learning environments 

to its members with free access to 

all online classes. Registration is not 

necessary, but for your convenience, 

a worksheet is included with the 

Membership form that you can use to 

list the courses you are interested in. 

A Note About our Peer-led 

Program (Omnilore) 

Registration in our Omnilore courses 

in Redondo Beach requires attendance 

at an orientation prior to registration. 

Visit www.omnilore.org or call 

(310) 215-1848 for more information 

Become a Member 

or Renew Your OLLI Membership 

To participate in OLLI courses your membership must 

be current, which includes the Fall, Spring and Summer 

semesters. The cost is only $30 for an annual membership. 

If your membership has lapsed, please sign up as soon as 

possible. If you aren’t sure whether your membership is 

current, call the registration ofce at (310) 243-3741. 

Please make checks payable to CSUDH. 

Subscribe to our OLLI@ 

CSUDH Weekly emails! 

Receive the latest updates 

from OLLI@CSUDH News, 

COVID-19 updates, CSUDH 

announcements, special events, 

parking updates and more! 

Email to olli@csudh.edu to 

subscribe! 

NEW! 


OLLI at CSUDH 

Spring 2021 Programs 

and Activities 

In our continued eforts to provide 

safe learning environments during 

coronovirus restrictions, OLLI is 

ofering courses free of charge online , 

using the Zoom meeting interface. 

Our formats still include Lectures by 

CSUDH professors and other experts 

on topics or themes suggested 

by OLLI members. Fall and Spring 

semesters only. Courses are meetings 

organized around a topic and led by 

an instructor. Discussion Groups 

are often conducted in conjunction 

with a video or flm and facilitated 

by a discussion leader. Computer 

Workshops at the CSUDH Extended 

Education Computer Labs have 

been temporarily suspended, but 

information technology segments 

are ofered in the catalog. Field Trips 

have been converted to ‘Virtual Tours’ 

of museums, historic sites, and places 

of interest locally and world-wide. 

Peer-led (Omnilore) 

This program consists of study/ 

discussion groups in which each 

member participates by presenting 

a topic related to the subject under 

study. Additional fees apply. 

OLLI members must participate in an 

Omnilore orientation prior to registering 

for a peer-led class. See pages 

40-41 for more information, visit www. 

omnilore.org or call (310) 215-1848. 

Parking at CSUDH 

Discounted Annual Parking Passes 

are still available to OLLI members. 

See page 53 for details. 

How to Register for Spring Courses 

and Tips for Using Zoom 

Step 1 

First, register for the class by clicking on the registration link 

listed in each class in this digital catalog. Please include your frst 

and last name, and your preferred email address. Once you’ve 

registered, you will receive a confrmation email with in structions 

on how to log in to the Zoom meeting. 

Note: You may need to refer back to this email if you want to 

log in quickly using the Meeting ID #. 

If you are using your PC, MAC, laptop or desktop computer, you 

can connect through your web browser. (Google Chrome, Safari, 

etc.) If you do not have the program installed, you will be taken 

through the steps to do so. If you’re joining from iPhone, iPad, 

android or tablet, we recommend you download the Zoom app. 

Step 2 

Join the meeting. Please allow plenty of time to log into Zoom. 

We suggest at least 5-7 minutes before the start of the event. 

Open the confrmation email that you received, and click on the 

text Click here to join. Zoom will launch in your browser, and 

prompt you for your name and to verify that you are not a robot. 

You may be asked to wait for the host to start the meeting. When 

the meeting interface appears, Join with Computer Audio, 

and click Start Video (at the bottom left corner) and you will be 

connected to the meeting. 

If you already have Zoom on your computer, you can use this 

shortcut to the meeting: Visit csudh.zoom.us in your web 

browser, and click Join a Meeting. Find the Meeting ID # in the 

confrmation email and type (or copy and paste) it in the required 

box. Then click Join, and wait for the host to admit you to the 

meeting. No pass codes are needed. 

What if this is a recurring class? Do I have to register 

again to get the email confrmation? 

No, since the class continues every week, you will use the same 

Meeting ID or link to join the class. If you lose your email, you can 

just re-register, and we will send another confrmation. 

If you have difculty or questions, please call 310-243-3208 or 

email olli@csudh.edu. Or search YouTube for this helpful video: 

Joining a Zoom Call for the First Time; Fun and Easy. 

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OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE @ CSU DOMINGUEZ HILLS

OLLI@CSUDH 

2019-2020 Annual Report Synopsis 

BOLD 

STEPS 

… 

CONNECTING 

As a premier community-based, senior lifelong 

learning program, it is important that we remain open 

and in tune with the ever-changing needs of seniors in 

the community. 2020 brought changes, challenges, and 

opportunities. OLLI@CSUDH believes our greatest resources 

are our members. Each member played a role in stabilizing 

OLLI@CSUDH—from renewing your membership, learning 

new technology, taking virtual classes, or inviting your friends. 

During a global pandemic, when stay-at-home orders were in 

place, all members responded keeping OLLI@CSUDH vibrant 

and robust. Our members took BOLD STEPS: they pivoted 

from in-person to being part of an online learning community; 

volunteers outreached to 598 members CONNECTING with a 

personal phone call. Lifelong learning leaders came together 

to make decisions and address challenges. Our vision is to be 

the lifelong learning program that gives purpose, meaning and 

enrichment to every senior in the South Bay community. 

… 

It was a difcult year — but one with amazing teamwork, 

inspired collaboration, and adaptability. This Annual Report 

FULL OF Synopsis is an overview that highlights the successes and 

POTENTIAL accomplishments of our members which all of you should be 

proud. Thank you for your passion for lifelong learning. Thank 

you for your inspiration. Together we make a diference even 

in the face of major challenges. Because of you, the future of 

OLLI@CSUDH is bright, bold and FULL OF POTENTIAL. 

2019-2020 

by the 

numbers 

598 

Members 

187 

Virtual 

Events 

$9,630 

Donations 

(5/1/2019– 

12/31/2020) 

23 

Omnilore 

S/D Groups 

124 

Osher 

Institutes 

Nationwide 


OLLI@CSUDH 2019-2020 

Unrestricted Revenue – $80,100 

2019-2020 Financials 

OLLI at CSUDH is supported 

by California State University, 

Dominguez Hills, the College 

of Extended and International 

Education, the Bernard Osher 

Foundation, yearly membership 

dues and modest course 

fees. The Enrich OLLI@CSUDH 

campaign flls the budget gap 

and provides funds to enhance 

programming and produces a 

stable and sustainability OLLI for 

our current and future members. 

62% | $50,000 

Endowment Interest 

44% | $35,000 

Salaries 

9% | $7,000 

Contractied Services 

(Graphics) 

OLLI@CSUDH 2019-2020 

Expenses – $80,100 

6% | $9,630 

Enrich OLLI@CSUDH 

11% | $9,290 

Course Fees 

21% | $17,190 

Membership Fees 

5% | $4,100 

Food & Beverage 

6% | $5,000 

Postage 

31% | $25,000 

Catalog Printing 

ENRICH 

YOUR LIFE 

… 

ENRICH 


Thank you 


Dominguez Hills and the 

College of Extended and 

International Education 

for the resources & support 

you provide to OLLI@CSUDH. 

WITHOUT 

YOU 

WE COULD 

NOT EXIST. 

5% | $4,000 

Taxes & Benefts 

Restricted by Osher Foundation 

for Fundraising Capacity Building – $25,000 

52% | $13,000 

Fundraising Consultant 

In-Kind Support $429,070 

10% | $2,500 

Donor Appreciation Event 

18% | $4,500 

Printing and Postage 

6% | $1,500 

Donor Cultivation 

6% | $1,500 

Planned Giving Workshop 8% | $2,000 

(Virtual) 

Virtual Receptions 

$50,000 

Classroom Usage 

$379,070 

CSUDH & CEIE 

Resources & Support 

to OLLI@CSUDH 

6 OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE @ CSU DOMINGUEZ HILLS

Thank you 

to Our Donors On behalf of California State University, Dominguez Hills and the College of 

International and Extended Education, OLLI@CSUDH gratefully recognizes 

members and friends who generously supported our Enrich OLLI@CSUDH 

fundraising campaign between July 1, 2019 and December 31, 2020. 

Debra Adams 

Joyce A. Asher 

Cecilia Ball 

Sauti Baraka 

Jerry Bichlmeier 

James Bouchard 

Paulette A. Bradley 

Vickie R. Bradley 

Cartellia M. Bryant 

John Cleek 

Howard R. Darvey 

Clara Demers 

Valerie J. Dingwall 

Zelda Donin-Green 

Diane Dorsett 

Joanne Dunn-Richardson 

Alison Edwards 

Pamela A. Fees 

Shirley Gideon 

Sandra V. Goodson 

Bernadette C. Graham 

Alicia M. Greathouse 

Larry W. Gunsalus 

Hata Family Trust 

Gayle A. Heifetz 

Ed A. Hemdane 

H. Mary Higuchi 

Betty J. Hill 

Sarah L. Jones 

Jefrey Jones 

Charles L Johnson Jr & 

Gwendolyn M. Johnson 

Revocable Trust 

Katherine M. Kamiya 

Margaret A. Kidwell-Udin 

Mimi Lau 

Kirsten A. Loumeau 

Peter G. Mand 

Darlene Mason-Lockett 

Robert K. McDonald 

Flora L. Miles 

Sally M. Moite 

Emma R. Moore 

Sunny Moss 

Carlos Muy Silvestre 

Karen L. Nelson 

Michele Nies 

Nicole D. Pacada 

In memory of 

Frederick O. Haywood 

Olivia Payne-Tinson 

Marianne Pekala 

Amy Z. Reiner 

Angela Renchie 

Denise Ridley-Davis 

Sam Rosenzweig 

Eileen M. Salmon 

Schwab Charitable Fund 

Marion Seaman 

Conrad M. Siegel 

Sheree J. Small 

Shirley A. Smith 

Did you know? 

IRA rollover gifts and other planned gifts are excellent 

ways to help us sustain and grow our community of lifelong 

learners for years to come. Please contact Nicole Pacada, 

Program Coordinator, at npacada1@csudh.edu to learn more. 

Helen S. Stockwell 

Jeanne F. Takano 

Grace M. Tanaka 

Elzola N. Taylor 

Dorothy W. Teja 

The Delyna Hayward 

Diop Family 

The Bernard Osher 

Foundation 

The Powell Living Trust 

The Slaterry Trust 

Doris C. Thomas 

Donald J. Tlougan 

Richard D. Udin 

Susan L. Washington 

Leslie Wilcox 

Brenda J. Wiley 

Juanita L. Wright 

Midori Yamasaki 

Jane A. Yates 

Eileen R. Yoshimura 

Sharon Young 

Reporting period May 1, 

2019 – December 31, 2020. 

We have made every efort 

to ensure all of the above 

information is correct. 

We apologize for any errors. 

Please contact Gema 

Chaqueco, Program Assistant 

at gchaqueco1@csudh.edu 

if a correction is needed. 


Thank you 

to Our Volunteers California State University, Dominquez Hills and the College of International and 

Extended Education are honored to be supported by OLLI@CSUDH powerhouse 

member volunteers who dedicate their time and energy to help make our 

Institute the best it can be. We are grateful to the committee members noted 

here and to the many other members who contribute in meaningful ways. 

Membership & Our Connection Crew Ambassador Committee 

Marketing Committee 

Sauti Baraka 

Angela Renchie Norma Bates 

Denise Jeferson-R oberts, 

Norma Bates Denise Jeferson Jefrey Jones 

Co-Chair 

Roberts 

Lori Davidson-Fox 

Valerie Dingwall 

Sauti Baraka, Co-Chair 

Sam Rosenzweig 

Valerie Dingwall 

Norma Howard 

Linda Lewis 

Elaine (Eugenia) 

Alicia Greathouse 

Lori Davidson-Fox 

Margie Moseley 

Schnyder 

Olivia Payne-Tinson 

Althea Haygood 

Marion Seamon 

Angela Renchie Gwendolyn Hills To every individual who 

Eula Slater 

Norma Howard 

contributed to OLLI@ 

Susan Washington 

Jimmie Thompson 

CSUDH in 2019-2020, 

Sharon Young 

Jefrey Jones 

whether by leading a 

Linda Kahn 

Curriculum 

Committee 

course, participating, 

Enrich OLLI@CSUDH 

Linda Lewis 

volunteering, speaking, 

Fundraising Committee 

Cassandra Reed 

Shirley Lyles 

and/or donating, 

Edward Allen 

Eula Slater 

Margie Moseley 

Linda Lewis Jimmie La Verne Thank 

Debbie Miller 

Jeanne Takano 

Thompson 

Cassandra Reed 

you. 

Sharon Young 

We salute the institute’s exceptional staf , volunteers and dedicated community 

members, and applaud OLLI@CSUDH for embracing lifelong learning as a pursuit 

that enhances the connection we make in the community with one another. 


OLLI Virtual 

Lectures, Classes, 

Workshops and 

Activities 

California State University 


This spring, all classes, workshops 

and discussion groups take place 

online using Zoom. What is Zoom? 

Zoom is a reliable, easy to use video 

conferencing application that can be 

used across mobile, desktop and other 

electronic devices. As a member of 

OLLI@CSUDH you will use Zoom to 

participate in live stream OLLI courses. 

You do not need a Zoom account to 

access your course. 

If this is your frst time using Zoom, 

please refer to page 4 for further 

instructions, and be sure to sign up for 

our OLLI Weekly Emails for updates 

and quick links to Zoom classes. 


ART, CULTURE & LANGUAGE 

January 27, February 3, 10, 17, 

24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, April 

7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19 

Wednesdays | 10 am 

Registration Link: 

bit.ly/csudholli-French-SP21 

Meeting ID 987 4152 3031 

French with Delyna Means 

Learn French using verbal and written cues. Once a skill level 

is reached, Duolingo provides additional levels and practice. 

Duolingo allows learners to discover patterns on their own without 

needing to focus on language rules the same way you learned 

your frst language as a child. This approach, called “im plicit 

learning,” is ideal for developing a strong 

foundational knowledge of a language and 

its rules. The instructor will also provide 

monitoring resources, guidance, and helpful 

tips tailored to each student’s comfort level 

and needs. 

February 16, March 16, 

April 13, May 4 

Tuesdays | 10 am 


bit.ly/csudholli-opera-SP21 

Meeting ID 986 4115 3673 

No passcode required. 

LA Opera Talks 

In today’s environment, music, 

and specifcally operatic 

music, can be uplifting. In 

our time period, LA Opera 

presents a series of Operatic 

music, performances, behind 

the scenes, actors, costume, 

make-up and the history of 

opera. Each lecture class will 

compose its own topic and speaker who presents lecture and 

videos of previous performances. 

February 16 | hosted by Mary Johnston 

“Stories We Love: Cinderella and Romeo and Juliet 

in Film and Opera “ 

March 16 | hosted by Jessica Gonzalez-Rodriguez 

“What It’s Like to Be an Opera Singer” 

April 13 | hosted by Kevin Batton 

“Opera and Greek Tragedy” (Temporary Title) 

May 4 | hosted by Mary Johnston 

“Shakespeare in Opera” 



Let’s Read a Play! 

No stage or acting experience required. Join our “virtual” class 

and have some fun and the chance to “polish” your dramatic skills. 

Our facilitator, Maria Ruiz, will introduce the author and theatrical 

history of the play. We are adapting our classroom format to the 

Zoom format and should have a lot of fun. We hope you will enjoy 

the same interactive approach as the classroom experience of cold 

readings. Expect lively discussion regarding meaning and content. 

February 3 & 10 May 5 & 12 

The Three Sisters 

Machinal 

by Anton Chekov 

by Sophia Treadwell 

February 3, 10, March 3, 10, 

April 7, 14, May 5, 12, 

June 2 & 9 

Wednesdays | 1:30 pm- 3:30 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-Play-SP21 

Meeting ID 930 5429 8565 


Meeting Facilitator: Maria Ruiz 

Maria Ruiz is a 10-Year OLLI 

and Omnilore member, District 

Toastmasters Qualifed Speaker and 

winner of two Distinguished 

Toastmasters Awards, and the 2013 

Roy D. Graham Lifetime Achievement 

Award. She is the “drama guru” at 

the Joslyn Center and regularly 

conducts play readings there. She 

also directs and produces the 

Dramatic Readers Theater in 

Manhattan Beach and Palos Verdes. 

March 3 & 10 June 2 & 9 

Romeo and Juliet 

Arms and the Man 

by William Shakespeare 

by George Benard Shaw 

April 7 & 14 

Dancing at Lughnasa 

by Brian Friel 

Important Announcement: 

Renew Your OLLI 

Membership 

To participate in OLLI courses 

your membership must be current. 

The cost is only $30 for an annual 

membership. If your membership 

has lapsed, please sign up as 

soon as possible. If you aren’t 

sure whether your membership is 

current, call the OLLI Office at 

(310) 243-3208. Please make 

checks payable to CSUDH. 



February 1, March 1, April 5, & 

May 3 

Mondays | 1 pm -3:30 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-moviemondays 

Meeting ID 962 0372 2043 

No passcode required 

Meeting facilitators: 

Nicole Pacada and Gema Chaqueco 

OLLI Movie Monday 

Grab your lunch or snack! Join us, and see outstanding, and 

sometimes thought-provoking flms. Each movie will be shown in 

its entirety, with comments by their presenter, followed by a group 

discussion. This is a great way to spend a lazy Monday afternoon, 

see some good movies again, or see them for the frst tim e. ALL 

movies will be shown via Zoom!. 

February 1 

I am Not Your Negro 

(PG-13) | 2017 | 1h 35m | Documentary 

Writer James Baldwin tells the story of race in modern American 

with his unfnished novel, Remember This House. 

March 1 

Miss Juneteenth 

(PG-13) | 2020 | 1h 39m | Drama 

Neil Creque Williams, Jeanie Igoe, James M. Johnston, Toby 

Halbrooks, Theresa Page, Tim Headington 

A former beauty queen and single mom prepares her rebellious 

teenage daughter for the “Miss Juneteenth” pageant. 

April 5 

Marie’s Story* 

(PG-13) | 2014 | 1h 35m | Biography, Drama 

Isabelle Carre, Brigitte Catillon, Laure Duthilleul, 

Martine Gautier, Sonia Laroze 

In 19th-century France, a man takes his deaf and blind daughter to 

an institute where she may learn how to live and to communicate. 

*This movie is in French. Subtitles are available in English. 

May 3 

The Farewell 

(PG) | 2019 | 1h 40m | Comedy, Drama 

Shuzhen Zhao, Awakafna, X Mayo, Hong Lu, Hong Lin, Tzi Ma 

A Chinese family discovers their grandmother has only a short 

while left to live and decide to keep her in the dark, scheduling a 

wedding to gather before she dies. 


HEALTH AND WELLNESS 

The Roots of Tai Chi 

This two-part lecture course explores the principles, 

and the historical and philosophical roots, as well as the benefts 

of taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) practice. 

. 

NEW! 

January 30, and February 6 

Saturday | 10:00 am 


bit.ly/csudholli-rootstachi-SP21 

Meeting ID 896 7058 2131 


Facilitator: Jerry Larson 

Jerry Larson has studied Tai Chi 

for more than 40 years. He has a 

graduate background in Linguistics, 

Speech Pathology and Audiology, and 

has taught college English, but worked 

mainly in health care, as a 

neurodiagnostic technologist and 

surgical neurophysiologist. He was 

also active in the Human Potential 

movement as a group facilitator and 

workshop manager. His other interests 

include languages, especially Chinese; 

archetypal psychology; Indian classical 

music; and human anatomy and 

exercise physiology 

Tai Chi Chuan Introduction 

for Beginning Students 

太極拳 

NEW! 

Tai chi (T’ai chi ch’n, Tàijí quán, Tiji) 

is a centuries old Chinese martial art 

based on the Taoist philosophy of 

Yin and Yang. In this class we will explore the slow, continuous 

movements of Yang style tai chi, which is accessible to everyone 

regardless of age or physical ability. 

Practice of this slow form is comprised of a series of postures 

which fow together in a holistic and unifed manner yie lding both 

a moving meditation and a method of physical exercise. 

Join us in exploring this ancient art, which is still practiced 

worldwide today, known to bring about strength and energy, 

optimum health and body awareness, improved balance and 

coordination, relaxation and stress reduction, and community 

and lasting friendships. 

Please wear comfortable clothing and fat shoes. 

February 7, 15, 21 & 21 

Sundays | 10 am-11 am 


bit.ly/csudholli-TaiChi-SP21 

Meeting ID 874 3085 0578 

Instructors: Linda Kahn 

and Jerry Larson 

Questions? Please email Linda at 

donlin@earthlink.net 



NOTE: OLLI is pleased to ofer Online Virtual Social Tennis for Seniors and T’ai Chi Chuan for 

Beginners to focus on learning experiences that optimize brain ftness and promote physical ftness 

through exercise and coordination. Have fun! 

February 2, 9, 16, 23, 

March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 

April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 

18, 25, and June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Tuesdays | 10:30 am 


bit.ly/csudholli-Tennis-SP21 

Meeting ID 966 8239 1267 


Host OLLI: Donald Means, 

and Delyna Diop-Means 

Virtual Social Tennis 

The game of tennis as lifetime sport. 

Now is the opportune time to join 

our virtual class. We are a group with 

many diferent attributes who enjoy 

a moderate level of physical activity. 

The tennis class has wonderful 

benefts, just to name a couple: 

fun and social interaction, participate 

in medium stretching and 

warm-up exercises. 

Note: This is NOT an in-person class. 

This course is online via zoom. 

March 11 & 18 

Thursdays | 1:30 pm-2:30 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-healthoils-SP21 

Meeting ID 859 0924 5867 


Facilitator: Dr. Charlene Ford 

The Health Benefts of Essential Oils 

NEW! 

Popular in complementary and 

alternative medicine, essential oils 

are highly concentrated extracts 

derived from fowers, leaves, roots 

and plants, and have been used for 

medicinal purposes in some cultures 

for centuries. 

The presentations will provide a brief 

history of essential oils, and describe 

some of the health benefts, including 

stress reduction, mood enhancement, 

headache relief, better sleep, quell nausea, and even repel insects. 

Most essential oils have antiseptic properties as well. 

There will also be personal testimonies from people who have 

benefted from essential oils, and an opportunity for questions 

and answers. 



Virtual Baking Workshop 

NEW! 

Impress friends and family with your newfound culinary skills, 

and have fun learning in these interactive online baking courses. 

Pastry Chef Heather Slater will show you easy-to-follow recipes 

and baking techniques. You will also learn what ‘vegan’ is, and 

what makes a product vegan. 

March 9, April 6 and May 11 

Tuesdays | 1:30 pm-2:30 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-baking-SP21 

Meeting ID 830 8795 0800 


Facilitator: Heather Slater, Pastry Chef 

March 9 

Session 1: Sweets 

April 6 

Session 2: Savory 

May 11 

Session 3: Vegan Dessert 

Aging Gracefully and Gratefully 

Aging is inevitable. As we study and examine what the experts 

have to say about aging, we learn from each other by sharing 

our individual experiences. Attitudes, decisions, choices and 

acceptance are guidelines that assist us on this road called 

“aging.” Class participants are encouraged to suggest additional 

aging issues that are afecting them. W e will discuss and explore 

various concepts, share techniques and consider how to age 

“gracefully and gratefully.” 

May 6 

Session 1: My Health 

• Mental, Physical, 

Emotional Health 

• Losses – Senses (See, 

Hear, Taste, Feel, Smell) 

• Loved Ones – 

Bereavement 

• Dementia (Alzheimer’s, 

Pre-senility, etc.) 

• Elder Abuse (Hotline: 

877/477-3646) 

May 13 

Session 2: 

Personal Care – 

Concerns 

• Diet (Weight 

Gain/Loss) 

• Exercise 

• Sleep Habits 

• Relationships 

• Spirituality/ 

Religion 

• Living 

Arrangements 

May 20 

Session 3: 

Business Afairs 

• Trusts/Wills 

• Finances 

(Will you outlive 

your money?) 

• Fraud 

• Legacy: What 

will we pass on? 

May 6, 13, 20 

Thursdays | 1:30 pm-2:30 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-aging-SP21 

Meeting ID 829 5142 0446 


Meeting Facilitator: Frankie Stewart, 

M.A., an 8-year OLLI member and 

CSUDH Alumna 

Attitude 

Appreciation 

Adaptation 



May 3, 4 & 5 

Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday | 3 

pm-4:30 pm 

Registration link: 

bit.ly/csudholli-Wendellcovalt-SP21 

Meeting ID 957 7414 6200 


Instructor: Wendell Covalt 

Wendell Covalt holds a 

Bachelor of Science in Civil 

Engineering from Purdue University 

and an MBA from Indiana University. 

His career was in sales and marketing 

in the computer software industry. 

He was also co-owner of a software 

company that went public in 1998. He 

is a past Board Member & President 

of South Coast Botanic Gardens. 

Wendell is a Certifed Food Over 

Medicine Instructor, who has never 

taken a prescription drug and has no 

known medical issues. 

Preventing Heart Disease, Cancer, 

Diabetes & Alzheimer’s Disease 

NEW! 

Would you like to enjoy a healthy, long life, which sometimes 

seems elusive for people after they reach age ffty ? The series 

Preventing Heart Disease, Preventing Cancer & Diabetes, 

Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease and Eating for Excellent Health 

may be your answer. These classes will show you why heart 

disease, stroke, and cancer are the major causes of death in the 

United States with poor diet and lifestyle as primary factors. 

Monday, May 3 

Prevent Heart Disease 

Everyone in the USA would like to enjoy a long life of quality health 

but it is elusive for many people especially after they reach ffty 

years of age. Discover how present health statistics compare with 

people 100 years ago and with other countries. 

Tuesday, May 4 

Preventing Cancer & Diabetes 

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the USA. It 

has been growing rapidly as the American diet has changed 

dramatically since mid-nineteen hundred. Find out what causes 

cancer, how we stack up in the USA versus other countries and 

how to prevent it. 

Wednesday, May 5 

Preventing Alzheimer’s Disease 

& Eating for Excellence 

This disease is one of the most burdensome because it can have 

a long debilitating length and until recently there has been no cure 

or efective solution to slow its development. 



UCLA Community Health Education 

with Monica Moore 

March 8 

Living a Brain Healthy Lifestyle 

NEW! 

Did you know that what is good for the body is also good for the 

brain? This presentation will discuss the latest research on what 

you can to do to keep your brain healthy as you age and what we 

know about ways to reduce your risk of developing dementia. 

March 15 

Clinical Trials—How you can be a part of the 

next great scientifc discovery! 

You may be holding the key to the next great discovery. 

This presentation will discuss what clinical trials are and why 

participation in trials is important. The frst person to be cured of 

Alzheimer’s disease will be someone in a clinical trial. Will it be you 

or someone you love? 

March 22 

Beyond Alzheimer’s disease—the other types of Dementia 

While Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form of dementia, 

it is not the only kind. This presentation will discuss other forms 

of dementia, such as Vascular Dementia, Dementia with Lewy 

Bodies, and Frontotemporal Dementia, and how they difer from 

Alzheimer’s in progression, treatment, and diagnosis. 

March 8, 15, & 22 

Mondays | 1:30 pm 

Registration link: 

bit.ly/csudholli-UCLAHealth-Sp21 

Meeting ID 945 3982 1053 


Meeting Facilitator: Monica R. Moore, 

MSG, Community Health Program 

Manager 

Monica Moore, MSG is the Community 

Health Program Manager for the Mary 

S. Easton Center for Alzheimer’s and 

the Co-Director, Training and 

Education Activities, UCLA- California 

Alzheimer’s Disease Center. She 

has worked in the feld of aging and 

Alzheimer’s disease for 20 years 

focusing on community education and 

outreach and caregiver support. She 

holds a Master’s Degree 

in Gerontology from California 

State University Long Beach and 

a certifcate in Gerontology from 

Sonoma State University. 


HEALTH & WELLNESS 


April 20 and May 18 

Tuesdays | 1 pm 

Meeting ID 896 8469 1739 



bit.ly/ csudholli-ALZLA-SP21 

Meeting Facilitator: Kimiko Kelly, 

Senior Manager Community Education 

Alzheimer’s LA Workshops 

Alzheimer’s Los Angeles Private Talk Series will host a series of 

workshops about Alzheimer’s disease and caregiving tips. The 

listing of all topics and descriptions are available below. 

February 16 

Behaviors & Alzheimer’s 

NEW! 

A class for family members who are seeing changes in behaviors 

that are difcult to understand. Using the IDEA! strategy , this 

program aims to help individuals explore why behaviors happen, 

their meanings and practical tips to respond. 

March 16 

Legal & Financial Planning 

There are several legal and fnancial steps we all need to take to 

prepare for our future as we age. Learn about what decisions you 

can make and paperwork you need to complete to be prepared 

following a dementia diagnosis. 

April 20 

California Phones 

California Phones provides specialized telephones and 

accessories making it easier to call friends and family for those 

who have challenges with hearing, vision, mobility, speech or 

memory. Learn about phones with sound amplifcation, photo 

buttons, fashing lights for incoming calls, and more! 

May 18 

Lost Memories: Short Film & Discussion 

Follow the Ramirez family in a 4-episode mini-series as they 

confront the challenges of Alzheimer’s when Grandma Gloria 

begins showing signs of memory loss. Following each episode, 

there will be a discussion about the warning signs, the process 

of getting a diagnosis, disease progression and the challenges 

that families face. 



Medicare 101 

NEW! 

March 4 

Thursday | 10 am 

April 1 

Thursday | 2 pm 

May 6 

Thursday | 6 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-Medicare101-SP21 

Meeting ID 949 4993 1945 


Are you turning 65 soon? Are you currently enrolled in or 

loosing your employee health insurance benefts ? Have you 

received 24 months of collecting Disability Payments? 

What are your Questions or Concerns about Medicare A & B– 

Part C or Prescription Drug Benefts ? 

Presentation Topics: 

• What is Medicare? 

• How do Medicare Parts A & Part B Benefts Work? 

• What Are My Options? 

• How will my 2020-2021 Part D Prescription 

Benefts Change? 

• What are Medicare’s Enrollment Periods? 

• How do I Avoid Late Enrollment Penalties 

• What are the Advantages vs. Disadvantages? 

Speakers: Edward Allen MBA, 

Financial & Insurance Professional and 

Marina Amezcua Certifed Health 

Insurance Agent 

For more than a decade Edward Allen 

has specialized in educating and 

helping Medicare eligible members 

gain a thorough understanding of how 

their Medicare insurance works in 

connection with supplemental benefts 

offered in the industry today. As 

required by the Center for Medicare 

Services (CMS) Edward maintains his 

annual certifcations and product 

training while providing quality 

guidance to eligible Medicare 

members as their post service 

advocate. 

Marina Amezcua is a Medicare and 

Covered California “Certifed” Health 

Insurance Agent. Marina became 

interested in Medicare when her father 

frst retired, and was unable to fnd 

answers to all his Medicare questions! 

Her father had consulted with various 

agents, but due to a language barrier, 

he remained confused. Seeing how 

frustrated he was, Marina decided to 

research the different plans and 

benefts, and found the perfect plan for 

her dad. 



February 22 

Monday | 1 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-teamsherazi-SP21 

Meeting ID 841 4506 5400 


Host: Dr. Dean Sherzai, Behavioral 

Neurologist & Dr. Ayesha Sherzai, 

Vascular Neurologist 

Community-Based Brain Health 

Initiative 

NEW! 

Doctors Dean and Ayesha Sherzai will discuss the profound 

efects of lifestyle factors on brain health and how to mak e 

educated health goals. They will share their proactive approach 

to health which emphasizes the development and sustainability of 

positive health habits to achieve optimal brain health. 

Dean Sherzai, MD, PhD, MAS, MPH is a behavioral neurologist, 

research scientist and the co-director of the Alzheimer’s 

Prevention Program at Loma Linda University Health and the 

founder of the international non-proft, Healthy Minds initiative , 

which hopes to empower communities to take control of their 

own brain health. 

Ayesha Sherzai, MD, MAS is a vascular neurologist, research 

scientist and the co-director of the Brain Health and Alzheimer’s 

Prevention Program at Loma Linda University Health, and is 

currently leading the largest community-based brain health 

research initiative in the country, Beach Cities Healthy Minds 

Initiative. 

Together, in collaboration with the Beach Cities Health District, 

they are currently leading the largest community-based brain 

health research initiative in the country, the Beach Cities Healthy 

Minds Initiative. They are also the co-authors of two books, 

The Alzheimer’s Solution, and their upcoming book, The 30 Day 

Alzheimer’s Solution, The Defnitive Food and Lifestyle Guide to 

Preventing Cognitive Decline. 

March 22 

Tuesday | 3 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-AviodAlzh-SP21 

Meeting ID 861 1588 0188 


Host: Dr. Dean Sherzai, Behavioral 

Neurologist & Dr. Ayesha Sherzai, 

Vascular Neurologist 

Avoid Alzheimer’s and Build a Better Brain 

Dr. Dean and Ayesha Sherzai return after a month since their frst 

discussion on brain health. This second session is intended for 

individuals to refect on any lifestyle changes they made following 

the NEURO tenants. Dean and Ayesha will provide insight and 

strategies on how to maintain these lifestyle changes 



Living Well for Older Adults 

This Spring we will continue our DVD series on Garden-to- 

Table. Our speaker will be gardening expert Melinda Myers with 

a master’s degree in Horticulture. Topics will include: How to 

Grow Anything, Container Gardening Tips and Techniques and 

Cooking Basics with Chef Instructor Sean Kaldenberg of the 

Culinary Institute of America, which includes how to prep and cook 

vegetables, tips and tricks for creating roux, gravies and stews, 

understanding the importance of missing places and timing your 

dishes. Take control of your kitchen by knowing how to organize 

your tools for a variety of tasks. 

Please join us on our Garden-to-Table Adventure. 

March 25 1) Designers in Pots – Thrillers, Spoiler, Fillers 

2) Risotto, and What to Do with Leftovers 

April 1 

April 8 

April 15 

April 22 

April 29 

3) Create New Space – Edibles and Ornaments 

4) Choosing the Best Method to Cook Vegetables 

5) Unusual Pots, Vertical Spaces, Shade Design 

6) An Elegant Corn Soup with Lobster 

7) Grasses to Trees – Big Plants in Containers 

8) How to Break Down and Roast a Chicken 

9) Outdoor Living Areas and Special Features 

10) Braising Short Ribs and Making Polenta 

11) Cool Season Changes and Indoor Gardens 

12) Grilled Salmon: Breaking Down a Round Fish 

March 25, 

April 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 

Thursdays | 1:30pm - 2:30pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-Livingwell-SP21 

Meeting ID 892 6088 9324 

Facilitator: Eula Slater, a 10-year 

OLLI member and Registered 

Dietitian 


BLACK HISTORY MONTH 

February Is… Black History Month 

Since 1976, every U.S. president has ofcially designated the 

month of February as Black History Month, an annual celebration 

of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing 

their important role in U.S. history. 

February 4 

Thursday | 11:00 am 


bit.ly/csudholli-Inkwell-SP21 

Meeting ID 883 4066 2852 


Presenter: OLLI member Peggy Barton 

A Tale of Two Beaches: Inkwell 

NEW! 

The story of two Beach Resorts with the same name one located 

on the east coast and one on the west coast. Learn how they both 

started in a time of segregation and the history of the people and 

events that developed at these resorts. 


BUSINESS & FINANCE 

How to Boost Your Retirement Savings 

In Your 50’s and 60’s 

NEW! 

May 13 

Thursday | 10:00am 

Please join this informational session on how to boost your 

retirement savings. Specifc topics will be covered such as: 

• Have you calculated how much retirement income you 

will need? 

• What are your income projections for retirement? 

• Start planning from where you are now! 

At the end of this session our instructor, Dr. Davis, will open it up 

to Q&A from the audience. We recommend you have a pen and 

notepad to write down your notes. 


bit.ly/csudholli-retirement-SP21 

Meeting ID 873 3440 8703 

Facilitator: Dr. Denise Ridley-Davis 

Independent Insurance Agent 

CA Insurance license # 0F14312 

11th Annual International Cyber-conference 

on Dispute Resolution 

The 11th Annual Cyber-conference theme is “joining 

together,” meaning creating a space for a conversation where 

people can speak openly with each other (a la Habermas). 

Everywhere else is polarized and unstable because of the 

extreme elements on both the Left and Right. Therefore the 

best theme this year is fnding that public sphere that w ill allow 

free dialogue about problem-solving. We can model this for 

other institutions and organizations. 

Save The Date! 

April 7 

Wednesday | 12:00pm 

Check your OLLI Weekly 

Email Updates for details. 


HISTORY & SOCIAL SCIENCE 

March 11 

Thursday | 1 pm - 2:30 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-Genealogy-SP21 

Meeting ID 827 5900 3379 

Facilitator: Ophelia Sanders has 

been involved in genealogy for over 

25 years. She has attended many 

conferences and traveled to her 

family’s hometown digging deep 

into the fles that has uncovered the 

unknown from the past. Ophelia states 

“My journey has been rewarding.” 

Join this lecture to discover strategies 

on how to explore your past. 

Introduction to Genealogy 

NEW! 

What is Genealogy? It is the study of family history and 

lineage. The pursuit of family history and origins involve 

biographical information, family traditions and medical and 

community history. Additional sources include obituaries, 

newspaper articles, published 

family history and tombstone 

inscriptions. Although not ofcial 

sources of information, these 

records can still hold valuable 

information. 

In this introductory class, you 

will also learn how to explore 

resources such as national 

databases and other genealogy 

research archives. 

To begin your genealogical 

adventure, start with the known: 

yourself, then work your way back to the unknown. Identify what 

you know about your family, and then fnd the vital records to 

prove what you know. Start your family search! 

Anyone who stops learning is old — 

whether this happens at twenty 

or at eighty. Anyone who keeps on 

learning not only remains young but 

becomes constantly more valuable — 

regardless of physical capacity. 

—Henry Ford 


SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 

California Wildlife Center 

NEW! 

During this outreach presentation we will get an in depth look 

into California Wildlife Center. As the Los Angeles area’s premier 

wildlife medical treatment and rehabilitation facility, California 

Wildlife Center strives to ensure that each patient receives optimal 

care, allowing them to return to their wild state. Since 1998, CWC 

has greatly expanded our capacity to treat more than 60,000 

total animal patients, many whose injuries were caused by the 

impacts of their urbanized environments. CWC is one of only a few 

wildlife rehabilitation centers in the area, and the only facility in Los 

Angeles County permitted to rehabilitate mule deer fawns, coyote 

pups, crows and ravens, and hatchling and fedgling songbirds. 

We are also the only wildlife center in California that cares for both 

land and marine animals. 

April 8 

Thursday | 11 am 


bit.ly/csudholli-CAwildlife-SP21 

Meeting ID 833 1218 3778 


Host: Kristilee Kodis 

Volunteer and Outreach Manager 


FOR THE POP 

Pop-up Event Specials 


NEW! 

Visit the OLLI@CSUDH website, check your OLLI Weekly 

Email Updates for details on OLLI@CSUDH Virtual Pop-ups! 

Designed specially to meet your lifelong learning needs, 

these unique virtual events were not scheduled in time for 

publication in the catalog. 

2021 Planned events will include 

olli@csudh.edu 

Community Dialogues 

Osher Lecture Series: 

Ain’t I A Woman by Collette Haywood 

Quilling with Joan 

Virtual Tours 

and more... 

2020 Pop-ups included 

A Discussion with 

Ambassador Andrew Young: 

An Icon of a Movement 

Summer Series Writing Workshop 

with Grace Talusan 

OLLIday Virtual 


OSHER LECTURE SERIES 

OSHER LECTURE SERIES 

MANTRA AND MUDRA (SOUND AND FORM) 

NEW! 

Kundalini Yoga and Other Ancient Technologies: 

Healing Anxiety, Depression, and Addiction 

during and after the Great Reset 

How we live, work, love, teach and heal is changing rapidly 

and exponentially. Ancient technologies and practices can 

help us as individuals can transcend the tumult we are faced with 

in our daily lives. 

The purpose of this workshop is to demonstrate how we as 

individuals can use ancient applied technologies (a practical 

skill set) to not only cope but thrive in the wake of sweeping 

societal change. The practices in this workshop will serve as 

an introduction to the wisdom school of Kundalini Yoga. The 

concepts of collaboration, grace, and sovereignty are embodied 

in the practices taught during this 

workshop. We use sound and form 

(mantra and mudra) to “honor the 

teacher within”. Through committing 

to these practices, we become 

less vulnerable to the thought 

forms that impose themselves on 

us in our everyday lives (through 

social media in particular) thereby 

reducing the image of anger, stress, 

and fear in our psyches. In sum, 

these applied technologies allow us to “hypnotize ourselves” so 

others can’t hypnotize us. Kundalini Yoga is just one set of applied 

technologies among many that can lead us to become masters of 

our own destiny rather than victims of fate. 

April 14 

Wednesday | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-Mantra-SP21 

Meeting ID 837 5119 6775 


Facilitator: Kara Dellacioppa 

Kara Zugman Dellacioppa teaches 

in the Sociology Department and 

the Negotiation, Confict Resolution 

and Peace-building program at CSU 

Dominguez Hills. She is the author 

of This Bridge Called Zapatismo 

(Lexington Books: 2009), and has 

written a number of peer reviewed 

articles on political practices and 

culture, and its impact on modern 

democracy. Currently she is 

researching the practices of the 

ancient Druids, comparing their 

Celtic cosmovision with the Vedic 

cultures that strongly impacted the 

development of Kundalini Yoga. 

Increasingly, her research focuses 

what it means to take the path of the 

mystic in the modern world. She is also 

a Certifed Gallup Strengths Coach. 


DISCUSSION GROUPS 

January 28, February 25, 

March 25, April 22, May 27 

and June 24 

Thursdays | 10 am 


bit.ly/csudholli-book-SP21 

Meeting ID 935 8431 7096 

Meeting Facilitators: 

OLLI Book Club members 

The Thursday Morning Book Club 

We’ll read and discuss these books selected by the club members. 

Some questions to consider might be: How well has the author 

made their point? What surprised you about a character of the 

ending? How does the story relate to today’s ideas and lifestyles? 

January 28 

The Little Old Lady Who Broke All the Rules 

by Catherina Ingelman-Sundberg 

A witty and insightful comedy of errors about a group of feisty 

seniors who, fed up with early bedtimes and overcooked veggies, 

set out to regain their independence, and prove it’s not the years 

in your life that count, it’s the life in your years. 

February 25 

The Babylon Sisters by Pearl Cleage 

A fast-paced and emotionally resonant novel, by turns warm and 

funny, serious and raw, centers on a mother and daughter who are 

both making the best of life and love in Atlanta. 

March 25 

The Wedding Gift by Suyapa Bodden 

When prestigious plantation owner Cornelius Allen gives his 

daughter Clarissa’s hand in marriage, she takes with her a gift: 

Sarah―her slave and her half-sister. 

April 22 

Becoming by Michelle Obama 

Becoming is the autobiography of the frst A frican American First 

Lady, a woman of soul and substance who has steadily defed 

expectations—and whose story inspires us to do the same. 

May 27 

The Dutch House by Ann Patchett 

A richly moving story that explores the indelible bond between 

two siblings, the house of their childhood, and a past that will 

not let them go. The Dutch House digs deeply into questions of 

inheritance, love and forgiveness, of how we want to see ourselves 

and of who we really are. 

June 24 

Catch and Kill by Ronan Farrow 

Both a spy thriller and a meticulous work of investigative 

journalism, Catch and Kill breaks devastating new stories about 

the rampant abuse of power and sheds far-reaching light on 

investigations that shook our culture. 


DISCUSSION GROUPS 

TED Talks with Denise Jeferson 

OLLI members are invited to join us on Zoom to watch short videos 

(18 minutes or less), and then as a group we will share and have a 

fun conversation about the topic. 

February 1 

The Secrets of Learning a New Language | Lydia Machova 

February 15 

Embrace Your Weirdness | Allen Edge 

March 1 

Drawing Upon Humor for Change | Liza Donnelly 

March 15 

The Power of Vulnerability | Brene Brown 

March 29 

The Danger of a Single Story | Chimamanda Ngoxi Adichie 

April 12 

The Power of Saying Thank You | Laura Trice 

April 26 

Questions No One Knows The Answers To 

Ted Curator Chris Anderson 

May 10 

How to Declutter Your Mind: Keep a Journal | Ryder Carroll 

May 24 

The Brain-Changing Benefts of Exercise | Wendy Suyuki 

February 1, 15, 

March 1, 15, 29, 

April 12, 26, 

May 10, & 24 

Mondays | 12:00 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-tedtalks 

Meeting ID 966 6881 1928 


Meeting Facilitator: Denise Jefferson 


VIRTUAL DOCENT-LED TOURS 

The Ford Theatre Virtual Guided Tour 

NEW! 

On April 14, 1865, at a performance of Our American Cousin, 

President Abraham Lincoln was shot by Confederate sympathizer 

John Wilkes Booth, and died the next morning. Lincoln’s 

assassination shocked the nation, and Ford’s Theatre remained 

closed for more than 100 years. In 1968, it ofcially reopen ed, and 

today ofers inspiring theatrical productions, interactive m useum 

exhibits and engaging education programs. Here, you can immerse 

yourself in America’s past while fnding meaningful connections to 

our world today. 

February 1 

Monday | 10 am 


bit.ly/csudholli-Fordtheatre-SP21 

Meeting ID 813 9291 8294 


Civil War Washington: 

Through the Eyes of Mary Henry 

Explore Washington during the Civil War 

through the eyes of Mary Henry, the eldest 

daughter of Joseph Henry, physicist and the 

frst Secretary of the Smithsonian Institute . They 

lived in an apartment in the ‘castle,’ in the heart 

of downtown Washington. During the Civil War 

it was a bustling, dangerous, dirty and chaotic 

place. Mary had a front row seat to it all. Analyze historical and 

contemporary images, primary source texts with live interaction 

with Ford’s Education staf and National P ark Service rangers. 

February 8 



bit.ly/csudholli-Fordtheatre-SP21 

Meeting ID 813 9291 8294 


Exploring Lincoln in Washington 

Ford’s Theatre and The National Mall and 

Memorial Parks explore what Washington; D.C. 

was like for President Lincoln and how the city 

has grown and changed over time. Examine 

places that mattered to Lincoln during his 

lifetime and places where he matters to us today, 

including the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, 

Lincoln Memorial and Ford’s Theatre. In this interactive program, 

participants will look closely at historic and contemporary images 

of Washington D.C. including maps, photographs and illustrations. 



On the Move Riders Program 

Presents: Lectures and Virtual Tours 

NEW! 

OLLI@CSUDH has partnered up with On The Move Riders 

Program. On The Move Riders Program has groups throughout 

LA County and connects you to new friends who can teach 

you about going Metro. This Spring 2021, we are presenting 

a series of two lectures and two virtual feld trips: 

Hosts: Stacy Jasmin-Yamato, 

Christine Calderon Caruso, Rev. 

Gyokei Yokoyama, Barbara 

Lashenick, and Michelle D. Garcia- 

Ortiz 


bit.ly/csudholli-onthemove-SP21 

Meeting ID 814 5065 0682 


Cyber-Seniors* 

A non-proft organization that provides 

tech support and training to seniors 

Cyber-Seniors’ mission is to bridge the digital divide and 

connect generations through technology. It does so through 

the development and dissemination of resources that enable 

community organizations to provide tech-training for senior 

citizens using an intergenerational, youth volunteer model. 

February 23 

Tuesday | 1:30 pm 



Meeting ID 814 5065 0682 

Speaker: Christine Calderon Caruso, 

Community Relations Manager 

Christine has more than 15 years of 

experience working with large and 

small non-proft organizations in 

Los Angeles. Notably, she’s worked 

for Union Rescue Mission, St. Vincent 

Meals on Wheels and the Dr. Phil 

Foundation. She started her nonproft 

career as a lead counselor and 

worked her way up to supervising 

programs. She eventually found her 

true calling in Fund Development and 

Community Relations. Her passion 

in helping seniors led her to work for 

Cyber Seniors. 



March 23 

Tuesday | 11 am 



Meeting ID 814 5065 0682 

Speaker: Rev. Gyokei Yokoyama 

Rev. Gyokei Yokoyama is a Soto Zen 

missionary serving Sozenji Buddhist 

Temple in Montebello, and a nondenominational 

Buddhist community 

in Long Beach. He extends his Zen 

meditation activity to the communities 

through a local interfaith group, and 

the clergies’ social justice group. 

Meditation and Relaxation Techniques 

Zen Meditation Practice 

is a traditional form of 

Buddhist practice that 

originates from Dhyāna 

(meditation) in ancient 

Buddhism introduced by 

Bodhidharma to China 

in the 5th century. The 

discussion will introduce 

a bit of historical background, 

the way Zen practice has been incorporated in today’s 

modern life in North America and how we can introduce this 

practice in our regular daily life. 

April 13 




Meeting ID 814 5065 0682 

Tour guide: Barbara Lashenick 

LA Metro Art Docent Council Principal, 

Community Relations Ofcer 

The Metro Art Docent Council was 

created in 1999 by Maya Emsden, 

director of LA Metro Creative Arts & 

Services and Barbara Lashenick. 

After attending a tour led by Maya 

Emsden of the art in the Metro 

Building, Barbara was so impressed 

she promised to become a docent 

if a program was ever started. 

Six months later Ms. Emdsden hired 

her to do just that. A team of 30 

volunteer docents provides free tours 

of the art commissioned for the Metro 

Rail system. Currently, they conduct 

virtual tours of the E Line, with more 

Metro Lines in the works. 

Metro Art / E Line (Expo) Stations 

It takes approximately 35 minutes and includes 6 stations and the 

artwork commissioned for them on the E Line. Also, learn about the 

fabrication process, actual photos of the art installation, the history 

or neighborhood information around the stations and information 

about the artists. 



The Founding of Los Angeles and 

A General History of El Pueblo 

This virtual tour explores and discusses many of the historical sites 

of El Pueblo including the Plaza Kiosko, The Pico House, and The 

Avila Adobe. It highlights many of the facts and locations guests 

would experience when visiting our site. 

May 11 




Meeting ID 814 5065 0682 

Tour guide: Michelle D. Garcia-Ortiz 

Michelle D. Garcia-Ortiz is a Project 

Assistant and History Supervisor for 

El Pueblo Historical Monument, City 

of Los Angeles. She is proud to have 

launched and facilitated a variety of 

free, interactive educational programs 

for Special Assistance Guests and 

Pre-K through Post Graduate Students. 

Prior to working at El Pueblo, Michelle 

worked at The Disneyland Resort as 

a Youth Education Facilitator where 

she taught California History and the 

History of Animation. Michelle is a 

proud Alumnae of Glen A. Wilson High 

School and Cal State San Bernardino 

where she earned a Bachelor’s 

Degree in Public & Oral History. 



March 30 

Tuesday | 1 pm 


bit.ly/csudholli-MOLAA-SP21 

Meeting ID 850 5447 5112 No 

passcode required. 

Host: MOLAA Educator 

MOLAA Docent Led Virtual Tour: 

Oaxacalifornia: Through the Experience 

of The Duo Tlacolulokos 

NEW! 

The exhibition of For the Pride of Your Hometown, the Way of the 

Elders and in Memory of the Forgotten (2016-2017) by Oaxacan 

artistic duo Tlacolulokos, Dario Canul (1986) y Cosijoesa Cernas 

(1992), showcase the murals that participated in the project 

Visualizing Language organized by The Library Foundation of 

Los Angeles and the Los Angeles Public Library for the PST LA: 

LA project that occurred in 2017. 

The murals explore the intersections of language and culture 

as a key lifeline – sustaining the shared experience between 

Los Angeles and Mexico, and beyond. By focusing on exploring 

the history and underrepresentation of indigenous peoples, the 

murals address how migration and the socio-political environment 

shape identity and cultural traditions. 

These murals are now part of the MOLAA Permanent Collection 

and will continue to be available to the public at the Museum 

as part of an exhibition to showcase their relevance within the 

context of LatinX communities in California. These murals will also 

be accompanied by a comprehensive and dynamic interpretive 

program that expands on the symbols used in each mural. 



Sanitation District Virtual Guided Tours 

NEW! 

Get a behind-the-scenes look into the Los Angeles County 

Sanitation District’s (LACSD) innovative systems that protect public 

health and the environment. Join the virtual feld trip an d learn all 

about how the LACSD processes wastewater and food waste into 

useful energy and resources! 


April 19 and May 24 

Mondays | 11 am 

This is NOT a pre-registered 

course. You must use 

Meeting ID 339 720 6095 

at the start of the event. 

Facilitator: Sylvya Raygoza, 

Secretary II | Information Services 

Food Waste Program 

The Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts have developed an 

important program to increase organics recycling in Los Angeles 

County by diverting food waste from landflls and converting 

this waste into resources. This program involves collecting food 

waste that has been separated from other wastes at the home 

or business and processing that waste into slurry (think food 

processor). 

The Sanitation Districts and Waste Management started this 

food waste demonstration project in early 2014. After three years, 

this project recycled more than 50,000 tons of food waste and 

was deemed a success. The project provided the Sanitation 

Districts with valuable information towards implementing a fullscale 

project and provides a road map for other areas of the 

country that are interested in organics recycling. Join us in this 

docent-led virtual tour. 

February 22 




Meeting ID: 339 720 6095 






March 22 




Meeting ID: 339 720 6095 




Bixby Marshland 

Did you know that in addition to operating wastewater and 

solid waste facilities, the Sanitation Districts own and maintain a 

marshland? Yes, it’s true! The Bixby Marshland, a 17-acre marsh, is 

located to the northwest of the Joint Water Pollution Control Plant 

near the intersection of Figueroa Street and Sepulveda Boulevard 

in the City of Carson. The marsh was restored by the Sanitation 

Districts and reopened to the public in 2009. Now that the marsh 

has been rejuvenated, a large variety of plants, birds, f sh, and 

animals call the Bixby Marshland home. 

The Bixby Marshland is a remnant of a formerly extensive, naturalfreshwater 

wetland known as Bixby Slough. Over the years, most 

of Bixby Slough was destroyed due to development. 

To restore the Bixby Marshland, the site was vegetated with a 

large number of native plants and regraded to improve the fow 

of water. A pump was installed to lift storm water and urban runof 

from Wilmington Drain into the marshland. After going through the 

marshland, the water exits back into Wilmington Drain. Through 

this restoration efort, the site has been rejuvenated, ren ewing the 

marshland’s health and increasing its value to wildlife. Join us in 

this docent led virtual tour. 

April 19 




Meeting ID 339 720 6095 




Palmdale Water Reclamation 

The Palmdale Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) currently provides 

primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment for a design capacity 

of 12 million gallons of wastewater per day (MGD) and serves a 

population of approximately 150,000 people. The Palmdale WRP 

processes all wastewater solids generated within its service 

area. The wastewater 

solids are anaerobically 

digested, stored, 

and then dewatered 

using centrifuges. The 

dewatered cake, or 

biosolids, is hauled away 

for agricultural land 

application. Join us in this 

docent led virtual tour. 



San Jose Creek Water Reclamation program 

The San Jose Creek 

Water Reclamation 

Plant (WRP) consists 

of two hydraulically 

interconnected 

facilities that are 

situated on the east 

and west side of the 

San Gabriel River 

(I-605) freeway. It 

currently provides 

primary, secondary, 

and tertiary treatment for a design capacity of 100 million gallons 

of wastewater per day (MGD) and serves a large residential 

population of approximately 1,000,000 people. Join us in this 

docent led virtual tour. 

May 24 




Meeting ID 339 720 6095 


Meeting Facilitator: Sylvya Raygoza, 

Secretary II, Information Services 


SPECIAL EVENTS 

June 19 

Saturday 

Juneteenth Celebration 



Please join us for OLLI’s 11th annual celebration of the Texas 

Emancipation Proclamation, made on June 19, 1865, when 

African-American slaves in the state of Texas fnally received 

ofcial notice of their freedom. OLLI Juneteenth Celebration 

is a relaxed afternoon of fun-flled entertainment, food, and an 

exploration of history, cultural practices and contributions of 

African-Americans to American society. 

February 5 

Friday | 10 am - 11 am 

(Virtual Tour of CSUDH 

at 11:10am-12:30pm) 


bit.ly/csudholli-NMO-SP21 

Meeting ID 845 2400 2546 

New Members Orientation Meeting 

Join and participate in this engaging orientation about the benefts 

of being an OLLI member and learn how/where to register 

for Spring online classes. Registration is required. 

n Participate in virtual zoom discussion groups on a variety of 

topics each term 

n Enroll in special interest, technology and other online 

workshops designed for lifelong learners 

n Attend short courses and participate in virtual feld trips 

n 10-minute intermission between 11:00 am-11:10 am. 

At 11:10 am we will resume with a virtual tour of CSUDH. 


OLLI’s Peer-led 

Program— 

Omnilore 

Omnilore is OLLI’s peer-led group, 

a learning-in-retirement community 

of approximately 300 seniors who 

organize study/discussion groups 

on dozens of diverse topics 

that are conceived, planned and 

directed by the members. 

Omnilore is open to active OLLI 

members who seek intellectual 

stimulation and the challenge 

of shared inquiry. 


PEER-LED CLASSES (Omnilore) 

Before registering in the peer-led 

program, an orientation session 

is required. Please RSVP to 

(310) 215-1848 at least 3 days prior. 

Directions and parking information 

will be provided. 

Beach Cities Health Center 

Lower Level Suites L8 & L9 

514 N Prospect Ave 

Redondo Beach, CA 90277 

www.omnilore.org 

Please note that until further notice, 

Omnilore S/D Groups will be held 

virtually using Zoom. 

OLLI’s Peer-led (Omnilore) Orientation 

The peer-led program of OLLI at CSUDH is known as Omnilore. 

The study/discussion group is the core of the peer-led program. 

Within the group, each member participates by choosing a topic 

related to the subject under study, doing research on it and then 

presenting the information to the group. Some study/discussion 

groups are structured around a book, which all members read 

and discuss as part of the meetings. Groups meet for two hours 

twice each month, 8 meetings for a total of 16 hours. The exact 

time of each class is set by the participants. 

Please note that the books listed for each course are only possible 

candidates. Do not buy any until the pre-meeting and a decision 

on the common reading is made. 

Holiday periods are adapted to by individual class voting. 

Although the Spring orientation dates have passed, you 

can prepare for the following trimester by attending orientation 

meetings on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 10:00 am in L9 or 

Monday, March 8, 2021 at 1:30pm in L8. 

Call (310) 215-1848 for more details and payment information, 

or visit the Omnilore website at www.omnilore.org 

Spring classes start in May and end in August. 

Fall classes start in September and end in December. 

The Forum (Speaker Luncheon) 

The Forum is a special luncheon held by Omnilore (OLLI’s peer-led 

learning group) every quarter which features a speaker on a 

variety of topics. It is a social as well as an educational event. 

Open to members and non-members, reservations must be 

received 10 days prior to the event. Cost is $27. Speakers have 

included best-selling authors, public afairs e xperts, college 

professors, magazine and newspaper columnists, music, art 

and food experts, librarians as well as many other specialists. 

For further information or to make a reservation for attendance, 

please e-mail forum@omnilore.org. 

Questions? Contact Linda Jenson (310) 375-7693. 



Omnilore Topics Ofered For Spring 2021 Classes start January 4, 2021 

Please note that the books listed for each course are only possible 

and end April 30, 2021 

candidates. Do not buy any until the pre-meeting and a decision Holiday periods are adapted to by 

on the common reading is made. 

individual class voting. 

(BYE) Bye Bye, Stress 

Do you feel like we’re living in catastrophic times? It’s fair to say 

that if you’re not stressed, you probably haven’t been paying 

attention. But Omnilore’s got a cure for that (or at least some relief), 

and there’s no alcohol involved. 

To address stress and help people build resilience and mental 

strength, more than 720 hospitals, clinics and medical programs 

use a program called mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR). 

MBSR is based on our recommended text, “Full Catastrophe 

Living,” written by and used for decades by the head of the Stress 

Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusetts Memorial 

Medical Center. The MBSR program also comes recommended by 

the Veterans Administration’s head of the psychology department. 

Beyond enlightening us on the scientifc basis for MBSR, this book 

provides a friendly guide and support if you wish to begin or to 

deepen a daily practice of mindfulness in your own life, especially 

in the face of stress, pain, or a chronic illness. 

Common Reading: 

Full Catastrophe Living 

(Revised Edition): Using the Wisdom 

of Your Body and Mind to Face 

Stress, Pain, and Illness 

by Jon Kabat-Zinn 

(September 2013) 

(CAS) Caste: The Origins of Our Discontent 

“Like Martin Luther King, Jr. before her, Isabel Wilkerson has 

traveled the world to study the caste system and has returned 

to show us more clearly than ever before how caste is 

permanently embedded in the foundation and unseen structural 

beams of America.” 

The text for this S/DG presents a new framework for examining how 

caste (rather than race per se) plays out in America. It describes in 

detail how caste has functioned in other countries, like India and 

Germany, and analyzes the similarities to American society. 

Whether or not you are persuaded by Wilkerson’s arguments, in 

this year of social unrest this is a book worth discussing. Our S/DG 

doesn’t promise to be comfortable – but it provides an opportunity 

for serious, perhaps even soul-searching, discussion. If you’re an 

Omnilorean, you’ll enjoy the challenge! 


Caste: The Origins of Our Discontent 

by Isabel Wilkerson 

(August 4, 2020) 




Capitalism, Socialism, and 

Democracy by Joseph Schumpeter 

(November 2008, paperback; 

4 stars, $4-9 paper, $1 ebook) 

(CSD) Capitalism, Socialism, and Democracy 

This could be the antidote for any confrmation bias one might 

have on all three of the title “isms”. With dry humor and exhaustive 

parsing, Schumpeter takes all three apart and puts them together 

again. He does it so well that one gets the feeling that, if one 

were queen, one could create a system that would work — 

except that the author has in the process laid bare the faws 

of one-person rule. 

Economy is known as the dismal science, but Schumpeter writes 

more like a philosopher than an economist. There are no formulas 

here, just analysis of every conceivable mutation of each system 

in turn, including all the ways they might be combined. The history 

of capitalism is examined with due appreciation of the progress 

it has achieved in industrialized states, but Schumpeter says 

that at a certain point, capitalism becomes its own worst enemy. 

Socialism is shown to be not incompatible with democracy, but 

then again, democracy cannot be counted upon to fx inefcient 

socialist management. 


Appreciating Dance – A Guide 

to the World’s Liveliest Art 

by Harriet Libs – (A Dance Horizons 

Book, ffth edition; June 2018) 

(DAN) The History of Dance 

The History of Dance will prove to be a thorough and accurate 

study of various forms of dance throughout the ages. The class will 

analyze everything from social dance and ballet to modern dance, 

tap, jazz, theatrical and contemporary dance. the appreciation of 

dance as an art form will be guaranteed. We may even do a little 

dancing ourselves. So get your dance shoes handy, because we’re 

going to jive and have a good time! 

Performances by well-known dancers such as Mikhail Baryshnikov, 

Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers, Gene Kelly, Marge and Gower 

Champion, Misty Copeland, and Derek Hough, in addition to the 

works of Martha Graham, George Balanchine, Jerome Robbins, 

Bob Fosse and Broadway dance showstoppers will be the 

highlights of this class. 



(DOE) The Death of Expertise 

People are now exposed to more information than ever before, 

provided both by technology and by increasing access to every 

level of education. These societal gains, however, have also helped 

fuel a surge in narcissistic and misguided intellectual egalitarianism 

that has crippled informed debates on any number of issues. Today, 

everyone knows everything. All voices, even the most ridiculous, 

demand to be taken with equal seriousness, and any claim to the 

contrary is dismissed as undemocratic elitism. 

Paradoxically, the increasingly democratic dissemination of 

information, rather than producing an educated public, has instead 

created an army of ill-informed and angry citizens who denounce 

intellectual achievement. 

Tom Nichols, the author, has deeper concerns than the current 

rejection of expertise and learning, noting that when ordinary 

citizens believe that no one knows more than anyone else, 

democratic institutions themselves are in danger of falling either to 

populism or to technocracy--or in the worst case, a combination of 

both. This is not only an exploration of a dangerous phenomenon 

but also a warning about the stability and survival of modern 

democracy in the Information Age. 


The Death of Expertise: 

The Campaign Against Established 

Knowledge and Why It Matters 

by Tom Nichols (March 2017) 

(FLM) The Cross and the Cinema: 

Films Banned by the Legion of Decency 

From 1933 to 1978, the National Legion of Decency, which was 

a Catholic organization, had a rating system by which flms 

were given an A, B, or C rating. Those given a C rating were 

“condemned” for American Catholics. Legion-organized boycotts 

made a C rating harmful to a flm ’s distribution and proftability . 

Still, many flms that received a C rating are now considered 

classics (or are otherwise well-known). Some of them are Reefer 

Madness, 8 ½, The Outlaw, The Moon is Blue, The Last Picture 

Show, A Clockwork Orange, and Bob and Carol and Ted and Alice. 

In fact, in 2017, Turner Classic Movies organized a flm festival of 

27 movies banned by the Legion of Decency. 

The complete list of condemned movies (including some 

for which edits were made) can be found at 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_flms_condemned_by_the _ 

Legion_of_Decency 

No Common Reading. 




Until the End of Time: Mind, 

Matter, and Our Search for Meaning 

in an Evolving Universe 

by Brian Greene (February 2020) 

(FMU) Finding Meaning in the 

Evolving Universe 

This S/DG will consider and discuss humanity’s place in a universe 

when everything is governed by unwavering physical laws, to 

which man is no exception. 

Brian Greene, Director of the Center for Theoretical Physics at 

Columbia University, is the author of the book identifed for the 

common reading. In a little over 300 pages (plus extensive 

notes), he takes the reader on a journey across time, from our most 

refned understanding of the universe ’s beginning, to the closest 

science can take us to the very end. He explores how life and 

mind emerged from the initial chaos, and how our minds, 

in coming to understand their own impermanence, seek in diferent 

ways to give meaning to experience: in narrative, myth, religion, 

creative expression, science, the quest for truth, and our longing 

for the eternal. 


How Music Works 

by David Byrne (September 2012) 

(HMW) How Music Works 

In this S/DG we will study and discuss the form and infuence of 

music as an art form. 

A summary of our text, authored by a member of the band 

The Talking Heads: 

“A remarkable and buoyant celebration of a subject Byrne has 

spent a lifetime thinking about…He explores how profoundly music 

is shaped by its time and place, and he explains how the advent of 

recording technology in the twentieth century forever changed our 

relationship to playing, performing, and listening to music. 

“Acting as historian and anthropologist, raconteur and social 

scientist, he searches for patterns—and shows how those patterns 

have afected his own work over the years. 

“Touching on the joy, the physics, and even the business of 

making music, How Music Works is a brainy, irresistible adventure 

and an impassioned argument about music’s liberating, lifeafrming 

power .” 

Join us as we take music apart and put it back together again. 



(IAL) Isabel Allende 

Isabel Allende, a Chilean-American writer, is noted for several 

novels in the magic realism genre, and is considered one of the 

frst successful woman novelists from Latin America. Currently, 

she is the best-selling author in the Spanish language. She was 

awarded the Chilean National Prize in Literature in 2010 and the 

U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2014. 

You’ll notice that one particular text is not ofered as the basis 

for this course. Instead, the class participants will decide at the 

pre-meeting which Allende novels we’d like to read and discuss. 

In addition to her books, there are numerous YouTube videos 

featuring Allende with noted celebrity interviewers, where she 

elaborates on several of the themes outlined above. An hour-long 

documentary is also available online. 


TBD 

(NUC) What About Nuclear Power 

History’s worst nuclear accident was in Russia in 1986. Chernobyl 

has become shorthand for what can happen when a dishonest and 

careless state endangers not only its own citizens, but those far 

beyond its own borders. 

Admiral Hyman Rickover was the famboyant maverick naval hero 

who developed the frst nuclear submarine and aircraft carrier, and 

the frst commercial U.S. nuclear power plant. But left unconsidered 

was the nuclear waste that would pile up, and the possible theft 

and weaponization of nuclear material. Rickover’s nuclear plants 

eclipsed the concept of breeder reactors, which might have solved 

both problems and possibly averted global warming and wars over 

fossil fuels as well. 

While reading this bleak perspective on nuclear power, one might 

consider making presentations that show modern alternatives, 

championed by Bill Gates among others. 


Midnight in Chernobyl 

by Adam Higginbotham 

(February 2020) 




The Greater Journey: 

Americans in Paris, 

by David McCullough (May 2012) 

(PAR) Americans in Paris 

In the 1800s, many prominent Americans traveled to Paris. Did you 

know that before he invented the telegraph, Samuel Morse was an 

exceptional painter? Yes, in Paris! One of his famous works included 

a portrait of American writer James Fenimore Cooper, who was 

also living in…Paris! Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. and America’s frst 

female physician Elizabeth Blackwell also came to Paris to enhance 

their medical skills, as France’s medical practices during the 

period were cutting edge. Renowned American artists John Singer 

Sargent and Mary Cassat were there. Sculptor Augustus Saint- 

Gaudens, whose works stand in the Boston Commons, Chicago’s 

Grant Park and NYC’s Central Park studied as a young man in… 

you guessed it, Paris. 

Our text, by well-loved author and Pulitzer Prize recipient David 

McCullough, rests on a foundation of staggering research and 

follows the many Americans who picked up and sailed to France 

to enrich their lives, advance their learning, and soak up the 

knowledge, the culture, the atmosphere, and the beauty of the 

world’s center for arts, science, and medicine. 


Selected Plays 

(SHK) Shakespeare: 

All The World’s A Stage… 

The Omnilorean New Globe Players plan a fun January-April 

2021 season! With players standing and with a few props, 

we usually read one History play, one Comedy, and one 

Tragedy, but sometimes we read 2 or 3 Comedies depending 

on preferences expressed at the pre-meeting in December. 

Class members will learn how to research all perspectives of 

Shakespeare’s works — sources upon which the Bard builds rich 

characters and enhances the plots, how to play each character 

“in character,” themes, symbols, images, motifs, and commentary 

on issues of the day. Members will leave this class with a fuller 

understanding of the masterful story construction, realistic 

characters with depth and humanity, and the rich, evocative 

language which have earned William Shakespeare the title of 

greatest writer in the English language. 



(SSM) Short Story Masters 

This short story class will focus on the masterpieces of short 

story fction from 52 of the greatest storytellers of all time . From 

Sherwood Anderson to Virginia Woolf, we will fnd these 63 stories 

accessible, engaging and relevant while also learning about the 

lives of such authors as: Joyce Carol Oates, Joseph Conrad, 

Edgar Allen Poe, John Updike, James Baldwin, Margaret Atwood, 

D. H. Lawrence, and William Faulkner--to mention just a few. 

The book’s unique integration of their biographical and critical 

backgrounds will bring intimate understanding of the works of 

these authors. 


The Art of the Short Story – 

52 Great Authors, Their Best Short 

Fiction and Their Insights on Writing 

edited by Dana Gioia and 

R.S. Glynn (Pearson Publisher, 

1st edition; September 2005) 

(SUP) Landmark Supreme Court Decisions 

This S/DG will study some of the most important Supreme Court 

decisions throughout American history. Anchored by the book, 

Supreme Court Decisions, the S/DG reads about cases that cover 

a vast array of issues, from the powers of government and freedom 

of speech to freedom of religion and civil liberties. The author 

ofers commentary on each case and e xcerpts from the opinions of 

the Justices that show the range of debate in the Supreme Court 

and its importance to civil society. 


Supreme Court Decisions 

edited by Richard Beeman 

(Paperback – August 2012) 




Upheaval: Turning Points 

for Nations in Crisis 

by Jared Diamond (May 2019) 

(TPN) Upheaval: Turning Points for Nations 

This study group will consider Jared Diamond’s historical analysis of 

societies that failed because the wrong political and environmental 

decisions were made over many centuries. He reveals how 

successful nations recover from crises while adopting selective 

changes — a coping mechanism more commonly associated with 

individuals recovering from personal crises. Diamond compares 

how six countries have survived recent upheavals — ranging from 

the forced opening of Japan by U.S. Commodore Perry’s feet, 

to the Soviet Union’s attack on Finland, to a murderous coup or 

countercoup in Chile and Indonesia, to the transformations of 

Germany and Austria after World War II. These nations coped, 

to varying degrees, through mechanisms such as acknowledgment 

of responsibility, painfully honest self-appraisal, and learning from 

models of other nations. The text’s author also postulates a 

dozen general lessons that might realistically be gained from 

examining history. 


The Accidental President: 

Harry S. Truman and the Four 

Months That Changed the World 

by A. J. Baime (October 2018) 

(TRU) The Accidental President 

Heroes are often defned as ordinary characters who get pushed 

into extraordinary circumstances, and through courage and a dash 

of luck, cement their place in history. Chosen as FDR’s fourth-term 

vice president for his well-praised work ethic, good judgment, 

and lack of enemies, Harry S. Truman was the prototypical 

ordinary man--that is, until he was shockingly thrust in over his 

head after FDR’s sudden death. The frst four months of Truman’s 

administration saw the founding of the United Nations, the fall of 

Berlin, victory at Okinawa, frebombings in Tokyo, the frst atomic 

explosion, the Nazi surrender, the liberation of concentration 

camps, the mass starvation in Europe, the Potsdam Conference, 

the controversial decision to bomb Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the 

surrender of imperial Japan, and fnally , the end of World War II and 

the rise of the Cold War. No other president had ever faced so 

much in such a short period of time. 

The book supporting this S/DG escorts readers into the situation 

room with Truman during a tumultuous, history-making 120 days, 

when the stakes were high and the challenges even higher. 


In Loving Memory 

Howard Korman 

We all are saddened by the sudden passing of Howard Korman, 

a dear friend and colleague at Omnilore. Howard passed away 

peacefully on December 16, 2020 while at home in Torrance with 

his wife, Dale. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, both Howard and Dale 

attended Case Western University. Howard went on to Harvard 

University where he earned a master’s degree and a PhD. 

The Kormans moved to California in 1968 where Howard 

founded a Systems Engineering Extension Program for UC 

Riverside, co-authored a book for the program, and taught 

a course on Concept Development. He also taught at USC’s 

Graduate School of Mechanical Engineering. 

Retiring after 38 years with Northrup and its former entity, TRW, 

Howard and Dale joined Omnilore in 2006. Over the years, 

Howard has participated in 45 classes and found the time 

to serve as President, Membership Chair, and most recently 

Curriculum Committee Chair. When asked his best memories 

of Omnilore, Howard responded, “[all] the wonderful S/DGs 

that I’ve taken over the past 14 years,” and he stressed that the 

intellectual stimulation and wonderful people in 

Omnilore have signifcant meaning to him. 

His love of music was refected in his enthusiastic involvement 

with the Torrance Symphony, playing the tuba in the 

Palos Verdes Symphonic Band and in a Klezmer band, 

and singing in two choirs at Temple Menorah. Both Howard 

and Dale were in the Norris Theater production of the Notables 

performing with the Primetime Players group. 

Both Square dancers since 1971, they were the California Couple 

on the Square Dancers of America foat in the 

1977 Rose Parade—the frst time a foat had live dancers. 

Howard has left a legacy of love for his family 

and a commitment to his temple and community 

as a leader, volunteer, student, and musician. We will miss him, 

and we will remember him with respect and admiration. 

Howard is survived by his wife, Dale and her mother, Harriet; 

children, Arik Korman (Monica), Caryn Keenan (Mickey) and 

Diane Numark (Clif); and grandchildren, Drew and Jaymes, Zan, 

and Lincoln and Pearl. He is also survived by his sister, Elaine 

Frank and brother, Shelly Korman and their children. 


UNIVERSITY COURSES for OLLI Members 

Note: Enrollment as an auditor 

means the student does not take tests 

or complete graded assignments. 

At the discretion of the instructor, 

an auditor may be required to 

participate in classroom activities. 

You are invited to view the 

Open University Class 

Schedule online by visiting the 

Extended Education website at 

www.csudh.edu/ceie 

A program for OLLI Members who want to 

participate in University courses 

Eligibility to enroll in regular campus courses through the OLLI 

University program for a signifcantly reduced fee is one of the 

membership benefts of OLLI at CSUDH. 

The OLLI University program allows individuals to enroll in 

regular campus classes without being admitted to the University. 

Transcripts, application and other documentation are not required. 

However, instructor permission is required to participate in a 

course, and OLLI University students are accepted on a space 

available basis. 

The regular Open University fee is $311 per unit for undergraduate 

courses, and $369 per unit for graduate courses, but OLLI 

members may audit courses for only $30 per unit. 

The process is easy. 

1. Pick up an Open University class schedule from the 

Extended Education Registration ofce. 

2. Find the course you would like to enroll in. 

3. Fill out the registration forms in the Open University class 

schedule. 

4. Bring the completed registration form to the frst class meeting 

and ask the instructor to sign the form. 

5. Then return the signed and completed form to the Extended 

Education Registration ofce and pay fees. 

6. You will be enrolled in the course on an audit basis and receive 

an “AU” on your transcript for the course. 


OLLI SPONSORS AND VOLUNTEERS 

OLLI at CSUDH Volunteer Opportunities 

OLLI is a volunteer organization that depends on the involvement 

of its membership to function and grow. We are looking for 

individuals who would like to lend their skills to the day-to-day 

administration of classes and to planning courses, activities 

and publications. 

Please see the Volunteer Checklist on the back of the 

Membership Form for a complete list of opportunities, 

and to signify your interest in volunteering. 

Here are some of the ways you can share 

your love for OLLI at CSUDH: 

Activities—Coordinate feld trips, special events, and ad hoc 

ofsite activities. 

Communications—Develop membership publications. 

Curriculum Committee—Develop ideas for courses, lectures, 

computer workshops, discussion groups and feld trips; identify 

instructors from CSUDH faculty, community experts, and OLLI 

members; organize class schedules, and publish the OLLI catalogs. 

Fundraising Committee—Work with the program leadership to 

establish fun and learning events to invite members, prospective 

members and donors to. Tasks include assuring that every OLLI 

donor feels thanked and valued. Fundraising training will be 

provided. 

Hospitality—Organize and coordinate the social aspects of 

OLLI at CSUDH events like Open House, the holiday party, 

Junteenth Celebration and the annual meeting. 

Membership & Marketing—Committee works together to acquire 

and retain current members; welcome, orient and engage new 

members and develop and implement a marketing plan. 

Ambassador Committee—Assist with special events, reminder 

phone calls, special mailings, survey reviews, etc., supports OLLI 

instructors in class, and represents OLLI at designated South Bay 

events. Committee members are also responsible for greeting 

OLLI members, instructors and visitors at meetings and events. 

OLLI Sponsors 

& Contributors 

OLLI at CSUDH Invites 

Sponsors and Contributors 

CSUDH, through the Osher Lifelong 

Learning Institute, provides collegelevel 

experiences and activities to 

community residents 50+ years of 

age who become members. 

Individuals, businesses, and 

organizations who wish to support 

the goal of expanding OLLI programs 

to meet the intellectual and social 

needs of older learners, please contact 

the OLLI ofce at (310) 243-3208 or 

olli@csudh.edu to discuss a taxdeductible 

donation or sponsorship. 

Everyone brings valuable knowledge 

and experience to the organization. 

Look for calls for volunteers or call our 

OLLI ofce at (310) 243-3208 to say 

that you are interested in becoming 

an OLLI volunteer. 


OLLI VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION 

January 31 

Friday | 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm 



Facilitators: OLLI Volunteers 

and Staf, OLLI members and 

OLLI Ofce Staf 

Do What You Love 

and Love What You Do 

at OLLI@CSUDH 

OLLI 

Osher 

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE CSUDH 2003 -2019 

Lifelong Learning at 


Dominguez Hills is a 

volunteer-member driven 

program whose culture 

springs from a sense of 

belonging and a shared commitment. Whether it is telling a friend, 

facilitating a class, coordinating an event, raising funds, or serving 

on a committee to build a sustainable OLLI program we need 

members like you. 

Active members are the creative lifeblood of OLLI@CSUDH 

program. Volunteer-members are involved in many aspects of 

the OLLI@CSUDH program. Enthusiastic volunteers work with the 

OLLI staf members to bring OLLI classes, lectures, events, and 

programs and we are always looking for fresh ideas, new talents 

and skills. 

There are several ways to get involved. 

Become a 

friend of OLLI! 

Donate your time 

and expertise. 

Want to help every once in a while, when you have an hour or 

two available? Become an event volunteer. Want to plan quarterly 

events with a minimum meeting-time commitment? Join a party 

planning committee. Looking for a way to connect with members 

on an ongoing basis, using your talent and expertise to work in a 

variety of areas from making phone calls to developing curriculum 

to arranging feld-trip transportation. OLLI@CSUDH has the need 

and committee to match your area of interest to do what you love 

and love what you do. 


CODES OF CONDUCT 


Codes of Conduct 


Learning Institute 

at California 

State University, 


(OLLI@CSUDH) 

is a community of 

active mature lifelong 

learners. The College 

of Extended and International Education (CEIE) is committed to 

maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment for OLLI 

members, students, faculty, and staf. Many of our programs 

ofer a forum for a lively and sometimes passionate exchange 

of views. Members of our learning community are expected to 

follow principles of courtesy and mutual respect that promote 

reasoned discourse and engage in responsible behaviors that 

refect well upon the university. To be civil to one another, to 

others in the campus community, and contribute positively to 

OLLI members, students, faculty, staf, and university life. 

Violations include conduct that threatens or endangers the 

health or safety of any person within or related to the University 

community, including but not limited to physical abuse, threats, 

intimidation, harassment, sexual misconduct, denigrating others’ 

views or opinions, ofensive or abusive language, disruptive 

classroom conduct, discrimination, and monopolizing 

discussions. Failure to treat ideas, viewpoints, the classroom 

environment, and interests of members in the community with 

respect and civility compromises the intellectual climate at OLLI 

and cannot be tolerated. 

CEIE leadership is responsible for ensuring that the Code of 

Conduct is being followed in all OLLI-sponsored programs. 

Members who do not adhere to these principles or interfere 

with the goals of our learning community may be removed from 

the class and/or activities and denied the privilege of future 

participation at the discretion of the CEIE Leadership. 

OLLI More. 

Live More. 

Parking at CSUDH 

Annual Parking Passes are 

available to OLLI members 

for only $20. 

Call the OLLI 

ofce at (310) 

243-3208 

for details. 

Efective July 

1, 2019, the 

fee to park on 

campus is $9 

per day. Daily parking permits 

can be purchased at one of the 

many yellow parking lot permit 

machines using cash, debit 

or credit card. Permits must 

be displayed face-up on your 

dashboard. 

Visit the OLLI website at 

www.csudh.edu/olli to fnd 

out about carpooling or taking 

public transportation to the 

campus. 


SPRING 2021 OLLI@CSUDH INSTRUCTORS 

Edward Allen, MBA, Financial & 

Insurance Professional 

Mariana Amezcua, Medicare, 

and Covered California “Certifed” 

Health Insurance Agent 

Denise Jeferson, a 4-Year OLLI 

member, co-Chair of Membership 

& Marketing Committee, and OLLI 

volunteer for TED talks 

Mary Johnston, LA Opera 

Community Educator 

Peggy Barton, OLLI member, CAAM 

Docent and former educator 

Linda Kahn, a 3-Year OLLI member 

and T’ai Chi Chuan for Beginners 

Instructor 

Norma Bates, a 10-Year OLLI member, 

OLLI Arts and Crafts Instructor 

Jim Kelly, Community Educator for 

Alzheimer’s LA, and Speaker’s Bureau 

Volunteer 

Kevin Batton, LA Opera Community 

Educator 

Kimiko Kelly, Community Education 

Manager at Alzheimer’s Los Angeles 

Christine Calderon Caruso, 

Community Relations Manager, Cyber 

Seniors. 

Kristilee Kodis, Volunteer and 

Outreach Manager, California Wildlife 

Center 

Wendell Covalt, B.S. Civil 

Engineering, MBA, and Certifed Food 

Over Medicine Instructor 

Jerry Larson, Tai Chi instructor and 

neurodiagnostic technologist and 

surgical neurophysiologist 

Kara Zugman Dellacioppa, instructor, 

Sociology and Negotiation, Confict 

Resolution and Peace Building, 

CSUDH 

Barbara Lashenick, LA Metro 

Art Docent Council, Principal and 

Community Relations Ofcer 

Dr. Charlene Ford, OLLI Instructor and 

volunteer 

Jennifer S. Lee, Field Project 

Coordinator & Trainer, Front Porch and 

Center for Innovation and Wellbeing 

Michelle D. Garcia-Ortiz, Project 

Assistant and History Supervisor, 

El Pueblo Historical Monument 

Delyna-Diop Means, French instructor, 

OLLI member and volunteer 


SPRING 2021 OLLI@CSUDH INSTRUCTORS 

Donald Means, a 10-Year OLLI 

member, Social Tennis for Seniors’ 

Coach 

Henry Mendez, MHS - Community 

Services Analyst II, LA County Dept. 

of Workforce Development, Aging & 

Community Services 

Eula Slater, a 10-Year OLLI member, 

OLLI Ambassador Committee, OLLI 

Curriculum Committee, Registered 

Dietician 

Heather Slater, Pastry Chef and 

OLLI instructor and volunteer 

Monica Moore, MSG Community 

Health Program Manager at Mary S. 

Easton Center for Alzheimer’s Disease 

Research at UCLA. 

Frankie Stewart, M.A., an 8-Year OLLI 

member and CSUDH Alumna 

Sylvya Raygoza, Information Services, 

Los Angeles County Sanitation District 

Theresa Tong, Outreach Specialist for 

California Telephone Access Program 

aka California Phones 

Dr. Denise Ridley-Davis, Independent 

Insurance Agent 

Alexandria Wood, Education 

Programs Manager, Ford’s Theatre, 

Washington DC 

Jessica Gonzalez-Rodriguez, 

LA Opera Community Educator 

Stacy Jasmin-Yamato, Community 

Relations Manager, Metro 

Maria Ruiz, a 9-Year OLLI and 

Omnilore member, District 

Toastmasters Qualifed Speak er, 

director, drama guru, and Dramatic 

Readers Theater producer. 

Ophelia Sanders, dedicated OLLI 

member and volunteer 

Rev. Gyokei Yokoyama, Soto Zen 

missionary 

Dr. Ayesha Sherzai, MD, MAS, 

vascular neurologist, research 

scientist, Alzheimer’s Prevention 

Program, Loma Linda University 

Dr. Dean Sherzai, MD, PhD, MAS, 

MPH, behavioral neurologist and 

research scientist, Alzheimer’s 

Prevention Program, Loma Linda 

University 


CHRONOLOGICAL LIST OF COURSES 

Date Day Time Meeting ID # Class Title Pg # 

NOTE: Classes in Bold indicate frst meeting 

26-Jan Tue 10:30am-12:30pm 966 8239 1267 Virtual Social Tennis 14 

26-Jan Tue 3:00pm-4:30pm see page 1 OLLI 2021 Spring Open House 1 

27-Jan Wed 10:00am-11:00am 987 4152 3031 French with Delyna-Diop Means 10 

28-Jan Thu 10:00am-11:00am 935 8431 7096 Thursday Morning Book Club 28 

30-Jan Sat 10:00am-11:00am 896 7058 2131 The Roots of Tai Chi 13 

1-Feb Mon 10:00am-11:30am 813 9291 8294 The Ford Theatre Virtual Guided Tour 30 

1-Feb Mon 12:00pm-1:00pm 966 6881 1928 TED Talks with Denise Jeferson 29 

1-Feb Mon 1:00pm-3:30pm 962 0372 2043 OLLI Movie Monday! 12 

2-Feb Tue 10:30am-12:30pm 966 8239 1267 Virtual Social Tennis 14 

3-Feb Wed 10:00am-11:00am 987 4152 3031 French with Delyna-Diop Means 10 

3-Feb Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

4-Feb Thu 11:00am-12:00pm 883 4066 2852 A Tale of Two Beaches – Inkwell 22 

5-Feb Fri 10:00am-12:30pm 845 2400 2546 New Members Orientation Meeting 38 

6-Feb Sat 10:00am-11:00am 896 7058 2131 The Roots of Tai Chi 13 

7-Feb Sun 10:00am-11:00am 874 3085 0578 Tai Chi Chuan for Beginners! 13 

8-Feb Mon 10:00am-11:30am 813 9291 8294 Civil War Washington through the eyes 30 

of Mary Henry – Virtual Docent-led tour 

9-Feb Tue 10:00am-11:00am 986 4115 3673 LA Opera Talks! 10 



10-Feb Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

15-Feb Mon 12:00pm-1:00pm 966 6881 1928 TED Talks with Denise Jeferson 29 

16-Feb Tue 10:00am-11:00am 986 4115 3673 LA Opera Talks! 10 


16-Feb Tue 1:00pm-2:00pm 896 8469 1739 Alzheimer’s LA Workshop 18 



22-Feb Mon 11:00am-12:00pm 339 720 6095 Los Angeles County Sanitation District: 35 

Food Waste Program 

EE = Extended Education Building, CSUDH 

BCHC = Beach Cities Health Center, Suite L8 

Campus Urban Farm = See map on page 76 

GYM A-102 = Campus Gymnasium (Bldg 60 on the campus map) 

Levy Adult Center = Room #2, Torrance 

LVCC = Los Verdes Country Club 

Tennis Courts = CSUDH Tennis Courts 



Date Day Time Location Class Title Pg # 


22-Feb Mon 1:00pm-2:00pm 841 4506 5400 Community Based Brain Health Initiative 20 


23-Feb Tue 1:30pm-2:30pm 814 5065 0682 OTMRP: Cyber-Seniors 31 

24-Feb Tue 10:00am-11:00am 987 4152 3031 French with Delyna-Diop Means 10 

25-Feb Thu 10:00am-11:00am 935 8431 7096 Thursday Morning Book Club 28 


1-Mar Mon 12:00pm-1:00pm 966 6881 1928 TED Talks with Denise Jeferson 29 

1-Mar Mon 1:00pm-3:30pm 962 0372 2043 OLLI Movie Monday! 12 

2-Mar Tue 10:30am-12:30pm 966 8239 1267 Virtual Social Tennis 14 

3-Mar Wed 10:00am-11:00am 987 4152 3031 French with Delyna-Diop Means 10 

3-Mar Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

4-Mar Thur 10:00am-11:00am 949 4993 1945 Medicare 101 19 

8-Mar Mon 1:30pm-3:00pm 945 3982 1053 UCLA Community Health Education 17 


9-Mar Tue 10:00am-11:00am 986 4115 3673 LA Opera Talks! 10 


9-Mar Tue 1:30pm-2:30pm 830 8795 0800 Virtual Baking Workshop: Sweets 15 


10-Mar Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

11-Mar Thur 1:00pm-2:30pm 827 5900 3379 Introduction to Genealogy 24 

11-Mar Thur 1:30pm-2:30pm 859 0924 5867 Health Benefts of Essential Oils 14 


15-Mar Mon 1:30pm-3:00pm 945 3982 1053 UCLA Community Health Education 17 


16-Mar Tue 10:00am-11:00am 986 4115 3673 LA Opera Talks! 10 


16-Mar Tue 1:00pm-2:00pm 896 8469 1739 Alzheimer’s LA Workshop 18 


18-Mar Thur 1:30pm-2:30pm 859 0924 5867 Health Benefts of Essential Oils 14 

22-Mar Mon 11:00am-12:00pm 339 720 6095 Los Angeles County Sanitation District: 35 

Bixby Marshland 





22-Mar Tue 1:30pm-3:00pm 945 3982 1053 UCLA Community Health Education 17 


22-Mar Tue 3:00pm-4:00pm 861 1588 0188 Avoid Alzheimer’s and Build a Better Brain 20 


23-Mar Tue 11:00am-12:00pm 814 5065 0682 OTMRP: Meditation and Relaxtion 32 

Techniques 


25-Mar Thu 10:00am-11:00am 935 8431 7096 Thursday Morning Book Club 28 

25-Mar Thu 1:30pm-2:30pm 892 6088 9324 Living Well for Older Adults 21 



30-Mar Tue 1:00pm-2:00pm 850 5447 5112 MOLAA: Oaxazalifornia: Through the 

Experience of Duo Tlacolulokos 34 

31-Mar Wed Cesar Chavez Holiday 

1-Apr Thu 1:30pm-2:30pm 892 6088 9324 Living Well for Older Adults 21 

1-Apr Thu 2:00pm-3:00pm 949 4993 1945 Medicare 101 19 

5-Apr Mon 12:00pm-1:30pm (TBD) Osher Lecture Series: Ain’t I a Woman 

by Collette Haywood 

View OLLI Weekly Email Updates 

6-Apr Tue 10:30am-12:30pm 966 8239 1267 Virtual Social Tennis 14 

6-Apr Tue 1:30pm-2:30pm 830 8795 0800 Virtual Baking Workshop: Savory 15 

7-Apr Wed 10:00am-11:00am 987 4152 3031 French with Delyna-Diop Means 10 

7-Apr Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

8-Apr Thu 11:00am-12:00pm 833 1218 3778 California Wildlife Center Tour 25 


12-Apr Mon 12:00pm-1:00pm 966 6881 1928 TED Talks with Denise Jeferson 29 

13-Apr Tue 10:00am-11:00am 986 4115 3673 LA Opera Talks! 10 


13-Apr Tue 11:00am-12:00pm 814 5065 0682 OTMRP: Metro Art ( E Line, Expo Stations; 32 

El Pueblo de Los Angeles at Olvera Street) 





Levy Adult Center = Room #2 Torrance 

LIB = University Library (See map on page 76) 








14-Apr Wed 11:30am-12:30pm 837 5119 6775 Mantra and Mudra: Kundalini Yoga 27 

and Other Ancient Technologies 

14-Apr Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 


19-Apr Mon 11:00am-12:00pm 339 720 6095 Los Angeles County Sanitation: 36 

Palmdale Water Reclamation tours 


20-Apr Tue 1:00pm-2:00pm 896 8469 1739 Alzheimer’s LA Workshop 18 


22-Apr Thu 10:00am-11:00am 935 8431 7096 Thursday Morning Book Club 28 


26-Apr Mon 12:00pm-1:00pm 966 6881 1928 TED Talks with Denise Jeferson 29 



3-May Mon 3:00pm-4:30pm 957 7414 6200 Preventing Heart Disease, Cancer, 16 


4-May Tue 10:00am-11:00am 986 4115 3673 LA Opera Talks! 10 

4-May Tue 10:30am-12:30pm 966 8239 1267 Virtual Social Tennis 14 

5-May Wed 10:00am-11:00am 987 4152 3031 French with Delyna-Diop Means 10 

5-May Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

6-May Thu 1:30pm-2:30pm 829 5142 0446 Aging Gracefully and Gratefully 15 

6-May Thu 6:00pm-7:00pm 949 4993 1945 Medicare 101 19 

10-May Mon 12:00pm-1:00pm 966 6881 1928 TED Talks with Denise Jeferson 29 



11-May Tue 10:00am-11:00am 986 4115 3673 LA Opera Talks! 10 


11-May Tue 11:00am-12:00pm 814 5065 0682 OTMRP: Virtual Tour of El Pueblo 33 

de Los Angeles 

11-May Tue 1:30pm-2:30pm 830 8795 0800 Virtual Baking Workshop: Vegan dessert 15 






12-May Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

13-May Thu 10:00am-11:00am 873 3440 8703 How to boost your retirement savings 23 

in your 50s and 60s? 





18-May Tue 1:00pm-2:00pm 896 8469 1739 Alzheimer’s LA Workshop 18 


19-May Wed 12:00pm-1:00pm (TBD) Quilling with Joan 



24-May Mon 11:00am-12:00pm 339 720 6095 Los Angeles County Sanitation District: 37 

San Jose Creek Water Reclamation program 

24-May Mon 12:00pm-1:00pm 966 6881 1928 TED Talks with Denise Jeferson 29 


26-May Wed 12:00pm-1:00pm (TBD) Quilling with Joan 


27-May Thu 10:00am-11:00am 935 8431 7096 Thursday Morning Book Club 28 

1-Jun Tue 10:30am-12:30pm 966 8239 1267 Virtual Social Tennis 14 

2-Jun Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 


9-Jun Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm 930 5429 8565 Let’s Read a Play! 11 


19-Jun Sat (TBD) Juneteenth Celebration 



24-Jun Thu 10:00am-11:00am 935 8431 7096 Thursday Morning Book Club 28 






Levy Adult Center = Room #2 Torrance 




“Lifelong learning is a shared adventure.”

2258 Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) 

College of Extended & International Education 

California State University, Dominguez Hills 

1000 E. Victoria St, EE-1300 

Carson CA 90747 

Osher 

Lifelong 

Learning 

Institute 

Spring 2021 

Course Catalog 

January - June 

OLLI Spring 2021 Virtual Open House 

We welcome you to attend our online Open House, and to stay conected with 

OLLI@CSUDH via Zoom. Feel free to invite your friends to the 2021 Spring Virtual 

Open House. You can share this link http://bit.ly/OpenHouse-SP21 or have them 

call 310-243-3208. This is a great opportunity to learn about membership in the 

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. 

January 26, 2021 

Tuesday | 3pm - 4:30 

“Lifelong learning” 

is a shared adventure” 

During coronovirus restrictions, OLLI is providing safe learning environments to 

its Members with free access to all online classes. Registration is not necessary, 

but remember to renew your membership to continue to receive all the great 

benefits for the very reasonable annual fee of $30. Simply complete and mail in 

the Membership Form attached in the centerfold of this catalog.

Spring 2021 OLLI Catalog (Interactive)

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