UDLLI Monday Seminars
Christian Ethics in the New Testament's Shadow - NEW
First century Christians created a moral community shaped byJesus' life and teachings. The New Testament cast a long shadow on subsequent generations grappling to relate its teachings to changing circumstances. In this seminar, we will explore ways that Christian theologians, past and present, applied and adapted scripture to such topics as violence, war,politics, poverty, economics, friendship, sexual ethics, marriage, and the role of women in the church and society. In my previous seminar, we focused on theNew Testament world, where Christians were a marginal community. In this seminar, we will treat issues faced by Christians when they occupy a more prominent role in society.
6 Mondays, March 18 – May 6 (No Seminar April 1 and 22)
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at River Campus
Cinemagic - The Legacy of Georges Melies - NEW
Georges Me΄lie˜s went from magician of the stage to magician of the movies. We will go back to the early 1920s in Paris to see how here invented what movies were to be about, and he did it without computers, photoshopping, or complex digital cameras.
6 Mondays, MArch 18 - May 6 (No Seminar on April 1 and 22)
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at River Campus
Dreamwork, Part II
We will expand the concept of dream interpretation by exploring the psychological theories of CarlJung, a student of Sigmund Freud. Beginning dream interpreters, as well as advanced, may attend, as the seminar will open with a review of basic dream concepts.
4 Mondays, March 18 - April 15 (No seminar April 1)
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at River Campus
Civil War Victims Meet Old Testament Job - NEW
Questions of both head and heart abound as both Job from the Old Testament as well as Lincoln, his wife, his assassin, and others wrestle as to where to find justice in a world where injustice prevails, and most of all where to find God.
Please note: Participants need to bring their favorite Bible translation.
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No seminar April 1 and 22)
12:30 p.m.. – 2:30 p.m.. at River Campus
Gentle Hatha Yoga - NEW
Questions of both head and heart abound as both Job from the Old Testament as well as Lincoln, his wife, his assassin, and others wrestle as to where to find justice in a world where injustice prevails, and most of all where to find God.
Required Equipment: yoga mat, light blanket and pillow; bolsters and blocks for experienced practitioners.
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No Seminar April 1 and 22)9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. at Franciscan Center (St Leonard's)
Since 1776: How Technology-Drive Progress Created a Nation of Anxious Abundance
Beginning in 1776, an ever-accelerating series of discoveries, inventions, products, and enterprises transformed America into a nation that the Founding Fathers could not have imagined. The collective impact of this technology-driven progress created unprecedented abundance along with rising expectations. The sequence in this study will illustrate developments creating changes in community, culture, national identity, economic opportunities, and values. Participants will be encouraged to offer alternative interpretations to the significance of progress in making us different from earlier generations.
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No seminar April 1 and 22)
12:30 p.m.. – 2:30 p.m.. at River Campus
Shade Gardening With Hostas and Other Perennials - NEW
Literally, thousands of varieties of shade-loving hostas are available that are easy to grow and will produce the color, texture, and drama that people desire for their gardens. Shade gardens planted with these showy plants and many other shade-loving perennials add color and variety that can rival sun gardens featuring high-maintenance daylilies, roses and the every-year drudgery of replanting blooming annuals. Unlike the fast-fading rosebuds shared with friends, hosta plants themselves are a snap to subdivide and share-making them a perennial gift for green-thumbed friends that has earned these beauties the nickname, “The Friendship Plant.”
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No seminar on April 1 and 22)
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. at River Campus
Zentangle: Relax, Focus and Create
Zentangle is a meditative art form not to be confused with doodling! By focusing on patterns (called tangles) one stroke at a time, each student will create unique small works of art while achieving a sense of peace through the process. This seminar is especially for those of us who always wanted to draw but thought we couldn’t do it! This seminar is for those who have never taken a Zentangle seminar in the past.
Required Supplies: Kits will be provided by the moderator for $10 per student.
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No seminar on April 1 and 22)
12:30 p.m.. – 2:30 p.m.. at River Campus
Legal Terms and Procedures - NEW
We will discuss the legal terms and general procedures used in several fields of Ohio law. Included will be common court procedures, probate and estates, real estate, contracts, business entities, domestic relations, judgments, liens, bankruptcy, accident and negligence claims, property appropriations, and common legal pitfalls.
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No seminar April 1 and 22)
12:30 p.m.. - 2:30 p.m.. at River Campus
A History of Scary Movies - NEW
Let’s learn the stories behind the classic movies, starting with the silent era (“Phantom of the Opera” and “Nosferatu”). From the 1930's (“Frankenstein”, “Dracula”, “King Kong”, etc.) we will proceed to the 1950s Sci-Fi thrillers (“The Day the Earth Stood Still”, “War of the Worlds”, “Beast from 20,000 Fathoms”, etc.). We will discuss the actors and the producers, as well as see vintage footage of each movie classic. A comparison of the old and new will be presented with the 1931 and 2008 versions of “King Kong”.
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No seminar April 1 and 22)
12:30 p.m.. - 2:30 p.m.
Living Abroad - NEW
What everyday changes occur in one’s life when living abroad? This seminar will include presentations by individuals who have lived in countries other than their home country. Americans who have worked in other countries will share unique work customs, social experiences, and habits in their host countries that differ from the United States. In addition, in one session we will feature a panel discussion by recent immigrants about adapting to the unique customs in the United States.
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No seminar April 1 and 22)
3:00 p.m.. - 5:00 p.m.. at River Campus
The Life of Amphibians and Reptiles - NEW
“Herpetology” is the study of Amphibians and Reptiles, the most misconceived animals in the world. There are many stories, myths and taboos surrounding frogs, toads, crocodiles, lizards, turtles and snakes. These are really amazing and innocent animals. In this seminar, we will discuss the uniqueness, biology and life habits of these elusive animals. We will focus on the usefulness of these animals to man - especially snakes, their venom and the need to conserve these animals in the modern human dominated world.
4 Mondays, March 18 - April 15 (No seminar April 1)
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wine Appreciation
The history of wine, variety of grapes used in making wine, types of wine, regions of wine production, wine and heart disease, how to read wine labels, the pairing of wine and food (and maybe a wee bit of wine tasting) are some of the offerings to be covered in this seminar.
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No seminar April 1 and 22)
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cameras Don't Take Pictures, People Do - NEW
We will conduct a series of discussions, PowerPoint presentations and practical processes to enhance your photography in the digital world. This seminar will address the thought process of taking photos and will help reduce the fear of digital photography, no matter what type of camera you own or what type of photos you take. We will also discuss simple composition to improve daily photos, basic digital photo editing to get to the heart of the photo, social media and your photos, and archiving your images when you don’t have a negative.
6 Mondays, March 18 - May 6 (No seminar April 1 and 22)
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at River Campus