Apple iPad for Beginners

This hands-on seminar is for people who have little or no experience with the iPad or computers in general. Topics will include: iPad features and controls, keyboard use, apps that come on iPad, and how to download new apps. The pace will be slow with an emphasis on increasing familiarity and confidence.

Requirement: Participants must bring an iPad to each session with at least IOS 5 and must know their Apple ID and password. They must have an email address and fill out a pre-seminar questionnaire.

Consistent attendance is a priority

6 Fridays, March 22 - May 10 (No seminar March 29 )
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at River Campus
Seminar Limit: 15

Mary Riordan is a retired educator who taught English, math, and technology skills before becoming a high school guidance counselor in the Dayton and Cincinnati area Catholic schools. She is a graduate of the University of Dayton, with a master’s degree in education from Wright State University. Mary has been an Apple enthusiast since 1983 and serves on the UDLLI Board of Governors.

Apple iPad for Intermediates

This hands-on seminar is for people who have an intermediate comfort level with the iPad but would like to learn more of its capabilities. Participants should already be familiar with keyboarding, Internet access, general word-processing skills, a few apps that came with iPad, and accessing the App Store. The emphasis in this seminar will be on downloading other useful and interesting apps.

Requirement: Participants must bring an iPad to each session with at least IOS 5 and must know their Apple ID and password. They must have an email address and fill out a pre-seminar questionnaire.

Consistent attendance is a priority.

6 Fridays, March 22 - May 10 (No seminar March 29)
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at River Campus
Seminar Limit: 15

Mary Riordan is a retired educator who taught English, math, and technology skills before becoming a high school guidance counselor in the Dayton and Cincinnati area Catholic schools. She is a graduate of the University of Dayton, with a master’s degree in education from Wright State University. Mary has been an Apple enthusiast since 1983 and serves on the UDLLI Board of Governors.

Aqua Zumba

Move in the water to the beat of Latin music with a mix of pop and rock and roll. This challenging workout will improve your core and balance, while you have fun dancing away those extra calories! It is important that you arrive early to change and be in the pool by starting time.

Requirements: Swim suit and towel.

6 Fridays, March 22 - May 10 (No seminar March 29)
11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. at Franciscan Center (St. Leonard's)
Seminar Limit: 30

Dr. Jack Harless,  a physical therapist and doctor of chiropractic practice, is the manager of The Franciscan Center.

Geocaching - A Game?

Participants will gain an understanding of Geocaching, its history, and the mechanics of how it is done. There will be a field trip to find a nearby cache. Geocaching is an activity enjoyed by a diverse group of people, especially those who enjoy mental or physical challenges with an age range from children to adults. Since caches vary in physical and mental difficulty, there are caches available for anyone.

4 Fridays April 5 - May 3 (Note: Late Start)
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at River Campus
Seminar Limit: 20

Claire Lea has a bachelor of science degree in zoology from Ohio University, one of the first programs, nationally, to produce a curriculum for medical technology. She has been Geocaching since 2007 and has logged over 4,000 finds in 25 states.

Great Civil War Movies, Part II

Four classic films will be presented about the most terrible war in American history. We will view The Hunley, Andersonville, Glory, and Cold Mountain. Brief lectures discussing Civil War naval technology, Civil War POWs, prison camps, the use of Black troops and conditions on the Southern home front will be included.

6 Fridays, March 22 - May 10 (No seminar March 29)
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at River Campus

John W. Bierman has been a movie fan for 60 years. Previous seminars moderated by John include: Quebec Cinema I-IV, Great American Westerns I & II, Great Civil War Movies I, and he co-taught a seminar on French film director, Jean-Luc Godard.

Shining a Bright Light on Violence, Evil and Suffering

Have you ever wondered about violence in the Old Testament? Why is this not a reading in our church lectionaries? Why did God seem to tell us that we needed to kill all the men, women, children,(herem) in some communities? Have you wondered about jihad as a source of violence in the Qur'an? In this seminar, we will compare violence in our Bible (e.g. Joshua and Deuteronomy among others) with that in the Qur'an. Other writings concerning violence include just war theories as well as the New Testament idea of non-violence. Finally, we will look at what the origin of evil is, why God made this part of our cosmos (theodicy or why do bad things happen to good people?) and the place of suffering in God's world.

Please Note: Rick is allergic (sensitive) to many manmade chemicals including after shave lotions and perfumes and many more. In accordance with the statement from the Center for Disease Control, please refrain from or limit your use of these when attending his seminar.

6 Fridays, March 22 - May 10 (No seminar March 29)
9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at River Campus

Rick Cothern taught physics and chemistry at the University of Dayton from 1965 to 1978, advised MS students and was involved in developing laboratories there in nuclear physics and environmental physics as well as a surface laboratory at UDRI. He worked for the USEPA in Washington D.C. for 20 years including involvement in stratospheric ozone depleaters, radioactivity in drinking water and the Science Advisory Board. He has taught environmental and energy courses at George Washington University, the University of Maryland, Hood College and American University. He has produced over a 100 scientific papers and edited and written 15 books in the environmental area. Rick is a volunteer chaplain at Bethany Village and Hospice of Dayton.

So You Always Wanted to Be a Trial Lawyer?

Have you often thought that you could try a case better than the lawyers you have seen in the courtroom, in the movies, or on television? If so, now is your chance to show your latent advocacy skills. Participants in this seminar will be taught basic trial skills and have an opportunity to conduct jury selection, give opening and closing arguments, and examine friendly and not so friendly witnesses. Participants who would prefer not to perform can sit back and enjoy watching others, and then critique their performances. No pressure! At the end of the seminar, all participants will have the opportunity to serve as jurors in a mock trial held in the courtroom of the University of Dayton School of law.

Required Text: "The First Trial in a Nutshell" by Steven Goldberg, West Publications, 2^nd edition (2009) - paperback from Amazon - new @ $30.00 and used @ $19.95.

6 Fridays, March 22 - May 10 (No seminar March 29)
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at River Campus

Dennis Turner has served as assistant dean, acting dean, director of the Law Clinic, director of the Legal Profession Program, chair of the Admissions Committee and as advisor for both the Mock Trial teams and the Moot Court Board at the UD School of Law. He won the UD Award for Teaching in 1990 and has also been chosen as Professor of the Year twice by School of Law students. He is the only remaining full-time faculty member from 1974 when the School of Law reopened. He calls teaching at UD “rewarding.” “UD is a great institution,” he said. “Here I am 30 years later and still having a great time.”

The Brain and the Mind on Thinking, Language and Music

How important are words and language for thinking? Do animals "think"? Humans are called "Homo sapiens", but how rational are we really when making decisions? How does the brain influence what we choose and what we like? What role do our ears and brain play in our appreciation of music? Is music a form of language? What makes music different from noise? Do we hear music differently than other living creatures? Are the brains of musicians different from those of non-musicians? Does listening to music make babies smarter? These are some of the questions that will be discussed.

6 Fridays, March 22 - May 10 (No seminar March 29)
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at River Campus
Seminar Limit: 35

J. Robert Suriano is professor emeritus at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.

Warm Water Therapy Relief

We will construct a warm water therapy program that is based on your individual needs. Let the warmth of 95 degree water relax your joints and soothe your musculoskeletal system. A library of guided therapeutic movements will be offered for your selection as you learn to build your personal aquatic program. It is important that you arrive early to change and be in the pool by starting time.

Requirements: Swim suit and towel.

6 Fridays, March 22 - May 10 (No seminar March 29)
10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. at Franciscan Center (St. Leonard's)
Seminar Limit: 20

Dr. Jack Harless, a physical therapist and doctor of chiropractic practice, is the manager of The Franciscan Center.