UDLLI Friday Seminars
Shining a Bright Light on Violence, Evil and Suffering - NEW
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
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
Geocaching - A Game? - NEW
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
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
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
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
The Brain and the Mind on Thinking, Language and Music - NEW
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
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
So You Always Wanted to Be a Trial Lawyer? - NEW
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, 2nd 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