Enrichment Program

Short courses for the love of learning!

Fall 2011

very time you read this Enrichment Program catalog, you will find something new. We keep the program fresh for folks just like youpeople with insatiable curiosity who just cant stop learning. And each year we welcome you and 1,500 other adults to our beautiful campusto explore topics of special interest, develop new skills, or just think deep thoughts. Over the past eight years weve discovered what you like: hand-picked scholars, controversial topics, serious discussion, and classes that often include a special experience or eventwith no grades, exams, or admission requirements! It keeps us hopping to meet the high expectations of such a gifted audience. We always develop new ideas for classes, and this term were testing a new concept: Because participants have shown great interest in cultural classes that focus on a city, country, or region, such as Prague or Florence, were offering courses on Germany and Costa Rica accompanied by fiveweek Travel Language classes. Youll gather just enough to get started and engaged so that you can learn more on your ownor start traveling! See page 8 for Deutsch and page 22 for Espaol.

This fall were also launching an innovative new program, Focus Forward: Reinventing Career and Retirement. Designed for career professionals age 50+, the Focus Forward program was created to help you navigate through this transitional point in your work life. Were excited to be kicking it off with an official launch party on August 10. Is this program speaking to you? If so, well see you there! (See pages 17-20 for details.) Of course, we continue to offer a fine selection of nearly 50 courses in a variety of subject areas. Note especially our collaboration with the new Clyfford Still Museum, where youll not only get an insiders look at Stills collections from Director Dean Sobel but also a museum membership! Also note the timely series, The State of Education in Colorado, and our special partnershipthe first of many, we hopewith DUs Strategic Issues Program to explore their recent recommendations for comprehensive immigration reform. Some people find that one particular course to match a specific interest; others take several classes each term that, over the years, add up to an important accumulation of new knowledge. Dont apologize if you just cant stop learning. We have support groups for people like you: theyre called Enrichment courses. Enroll and enjoy!

James R. Davis, Dean University College University of Denver

Center cover image: Architectural rendering of the Center Gallery of the Clyfford Still Museum. See page 5 for related course.

Topic Art Art, History, Literature Music

Course Title Clyfford Still Native American Storytelling Violins & Violinists Shuffle & Play: One Style to Another Your Authentic Female Voice The American Musical Water in the World, West & Colorado Germanys Shakespeare (Goethe/Faust) Italian Wine Dinner/Cooking Class

Start Date 10/17/11 09/13/11 09/14/11 10/27/11 11/3/11 09/19/11 09/14/11 10/19/11 10/19/11

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Cultural Connections

Musical Theater Nature & Science Opera Wine & Cuisine

Faculty Showcase
Art Drawing Intro to Lightroom Photoshop Elements John Fielder: The Art of Seeing Digital SLR Releasing Your Inner Cartoonist Strategic Issues: Immigration The American Presidency State of Education in Colorado Discontent in America The New Middle East Supreme Court History The American Civil War Costa Rica History & Culture Germanys Shakespeare Spanish Travel Language German Travel Language Native American Storytelling Contemporary Classics: Franzen Dusting Off the Classics: Hemingway The Magical World of Harry Potter Water in the World, West & Colorado One Health Natural Hazards After Fukushima: Nuclear Energy Cultivating a Virtuous Life The Role of Ritual The New Middle East Intro to Buddhism Costa Rica Retreat Redefine, Realign: Wellness Retreat Your Money or Your Life Writing 101 Writing Your Experience Journal Writing 09/17/11 30 10/22/11 33 10/29/11 30 11/8/11 32 11/12 &11/13/11 33 11/19/11 31 09/12/11 13 09/15/11 16 10/4/11 1415 10/10/11 16 10/11/11 12 09/12/11 21 10/10/11 21 09/13/11 22 10/19/11 8 10/18/11 22 11/7/11 8 09/13/11 6 09/20/11 26 10/12/11 26 11/8/11 25 09/14/11 6 09/15/11 28 10/13/11 29 11/9/11 29 10/6/11 25 09/14/11 24 10/11/11 12 11/2/11 24 11/27/11 23 10/1/11 34 10/12/11 34 10/3/11 27 10/25/11 27 11/10/11 28 1720

Current Issues

History History & Culture Languages Literature

Nature & Science

Philosophy Religion

Travel Wellness Writing

NEW Program

Focus Forward: Reinventing Career and Retirement

New Offerings!
Travel Language Courses
Cultural courses focused on a city, region or country have been so popular in the Enrichment Program that weve decided to add a new feature: a short, travel language course. Ask for directions, deal with menus and delight your hosts with a few well-chosen words and phrases. Whether you plan to travel, have traveled or travel frequently, heres an opportunity to learn just the basics in a new languageand thats okay. We begin by offering Travel Language courses in German and Spanish. We have unique reasons for starting with these two different regions of the world. Turn to pages 8 and 22 to see why.

FOCUS FORWARD: Reinventing Career and Retirement

Are you a career professional age 50+ who finds yourself at or near a pivotal point in your work life? Perhaps youre unsure whether to remain in your current career, seek a new career, try working in a different way, or even opt for purposeful retirement which may or may not include work or a paycheck. We know there are millions of people just like you. People who cant figure out what to do next. People who dont want to stop working altogether but would like to work in a different way. People who want to rediscover the passion they once had in their work. People who want to make a meaningful impact as they head into retirement.

Weve put a lot of thought into your dilemma, and we think weve found a solution. We call it Focus Forward: Reinventing Career and Retirementor, simply, the Focus Forward program. Its designed specifically to aid you in planning for this next chapter of your life, offering new frameworks, tools and strategies that will help guide you in a meaningful direction and keep you focused on moving forward. Check it out on pages 17-20, and then take the first step forward by signing up. And dont delay space is limited and there are at least a thousand others like you in Denver!

Cultural Connections
Connecting you to the finest music, art, theater and cultural offerings that the city of Denver has to offer. A fresh and memorable experience awaits you with every course. Be among the first to explore the new Clyfford Still Museum, journey through Goethes Faust with a side trip to the geniuss homeland, prepare for Joshua Bells return to the Colorado Symphony, or frolic down the memory lane of great American musicals with Denver actress/director Billie McBride. In every case, courses are taught by distinguished experts from DU and the areas finest cultural institutions.

Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management

From Campania with Love: Neapolitan Cooking & Fine Italian Wine
In the mood for Italian food? The cuisine of Naples in the Campania regionNeapolitan cuisineis likely whats on your mind: pizza, pastas and rich, savory sauces and cheeses. Campania is also celebrated for its exceptional tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella and fishing-boatfresh seafood. And, of course, with great Italian food comes great Italian wine! Step into the kitchen alongside Chef Angelo Guida and Wine Educator Andy Divine at DUs Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management. Prepare and sample Neapolitan appetizers and entres, pairing with exquisite Italian wines. As you cook together, Angelo describes how the dishes were developed. Via Andys expertise, learn why each wine was chosen to enhance particular flavors. Begin the first evening with antipasti of Palle de Riso (meatballs with rice), Pizzette Fritte (baby fried pizzas), Mulignan 'e Fungitiello (mushroomed eggplant) and complementary wines. Return the following week to enjoy Spaghetti con le Vongole (spaghetti with clams), Scarola Mbuttunat' (stuffed escarole), Chiacchiere con Sanguinaccio (a traditional Neapolitan carnival dessert with chocolate candied cream)and more wine! Space is limited, so enroll early to secure your place in la cucina (the kitchen) with Angelo and Andy!

Two sessions
Wed., 6:30-9:30 pm, Oct. 19 & 26, 2011 CRN 1082 / $150 Andy Divine, professor emeritus, Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management, Daniels College of Business; Distinguished Member and past president of the Society of Wine Educators Angelo Guida, professional chef, native of Naples, Italy; previously with award-winning restaurants Gusto (Rome) and Bocca di Lupo (London), among others

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The Colorado Symphony

Violins and Violinists: A Joshua Bell Primer
For more than 800 years violinists have captured the imagination of listeners with their instruments distinct and enchanting sounds. The history of the violin is rich with passion and intrigue. Where does this instrument come from and why does it continue to be a fascinating object of magical mystique? Who are the bestknown composers and why have their masterpieces endured the centuries? What makes a great violinist? (Think Joshua Bell!) Who better to answer such questions than Linda Wang, a concert violinist who made her debut with the New York Philharmonic at the age of nine! Also associate professor of violin at the Lamont School of Music, Wang uses CDs and her own 1767 Guadagnini to demonPhoto/Timothy White strate the workings of the violin, including how to make the instrument sing. Observe with amazement her agile fingering and technical bowing skills as she introduces violin music to be performed this season by the Colorado Symphony with a special focus on the September 18 concert featuring the extraordinary Joshua Bell performing the Bruch Violin Concerto in G Minor and much more. Concert ticket included. 10% discount to Colorado Symphony subscribers.

Shuffle and Play: From One Musical Style to Another

So, you enjoy pop music. Youve got company! But then, sometimes a little Baroque hits the spot. And maybe some Mozart or Chopin at dinner time. Oh, and Beethoven, too. Blues? Jazz? Broadway? Good ole rock n roll? All great stuff. Music comes in so many different stylessomething to please everyone, to fit every mood and every occasion. If your tastes are all over the map, youre not alone. Popular Enrichment Program instructor and music guru Marc Shulgold loves it all, too. Join him for this fun, free-flowing course that includes a genre-hopping Inside the Score concert by the Colorado Symphony, appropriately titled Shuffle. Take a breezy, whirlwind listening tour through 1,000 years of music, from medieval melodies to modern pop. Survey how music evolved from ancient chants echoing in Gregorian monasteries to the glorious harmonies of Bach, Mozart and Tchaikovsky to the finger-snapping songs of Sinatra and the infectious contemporary energy of Broadway and beyond. Special course highlight: Colorado Symphony Resident Conductor Scott ONeil joins the class one evening to share his thoughts on the infinite diversity of music along with insights into the pieces hell conduct during Shuffle. Concert ticket included. 10% discount to Colorado Symphony subscribers.

Two sessions
Wed., 79 pm, Sept. 14, 2011 Joshua Bell, 7:30 pm, Sun., Sept. 18, Boettcher Concert Hall 4 CRN 1072 / $110 Linda Wang, associate professor of violin and chamber music at Lamont School of Music, concert violinist, Fulbright Scholar and Fulbright Specialist at the Salzburg Mozarteum and Iceland Academy of the Arts

Four sessions
Thur., 79 pm, Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 2011 Shuffle concert, Fri., 7:30 pm, Nov. 11, Boettcher Concert Hall CRN 1071 / $175 Marc Shulgold, music journalist, concert lecturer, teacher. After working at the Los Angeles Times for 12 years, Marc became the firstand the lastmusic and dance writer at the Rocky Mountain News, covering the cultural scene throughout the region for nearly 22 years.

Clyfford Still Museum

Clyfford Still: An Insiders View of the Artist, His Art and the Clyfford Still Museum
These are not paintings in the usual sense; they are life and death merging in fearful union. ~ Clyfford Still On November 18, 2011 the Clyfford Still Museum opens its doors, making accessible for the first time Stills 2,400 artworks that until now have been sealed off from public view. Be part of this anticipated event as Founding Director Dean Sobel provides an inside look at everything you need to know to understand and enjoy this exciting new cultural institution. Enrollment in this course includes an Inaugural Individual Membership to the museum, allowing free visits during its first year, and other members-only benefits. Born in 1904, Clyfford Still is one of Americas most significant yet least understood artists, according to Sobel. Described by many as the Photo/Sandra Still most anti-traditional of the Abstract Expressionists, Still is credited with laying the groundwork for the movement. But after achieving national recognition and prominence for his abstract works in the 1940s and early 50s, Still ended his relationship with commercial galleries in 1951, infrequently exhibiting his work thereafter. Why did Still choose to sacrifice greater fame? Following his death in 1980, Stills will stipulated that his estate be given in entirety to an American city willing to establish permanent quarters dedicated solely to his work, ensuring its survival for exhibition and study. In August 2004, under the leadership of Mayor John Hickenlooper, the city of Denver was selected by Stills wife, Patricia, to receive the substantial Still collection even though he had no particular connection to the city. Why Denver? Survey in depth Stills 60-year career under the guidance of Sobel, the man who is considered the foremost expert on these works. Hear insider project stories and anecdotes about the construction process, and gain insights into how final selections were made for the inaugural exhibition. Attend the Starz Denver Film Festival premiere of the Amie Knox-directed documentary, Clyfford Still: A Life in Paintings, and culminate the course with an exclusive members-only reception and tour of the inaugural exhibition before the building opens to the public.

Five sessions
Mon., 79 pm, Oct. 17, 24, 31, 2011 Clyfford Still film, Starz Denver Film Festival, exact date TBA CSM Members Reception & Tour, Nov. 17, time TBA CRN 1069 / $210 Price includes one-year individual membership to the Clyfford Still Museum. Dean Sobel, founding director of the Clyfford Still Museum, formerly director of the Aspen Art Museum and chief curator of the Milwaukee Art Museum, author, speaker 5

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades.

Denver Art Museum

Native American Storytelling: Capturing the Spirits of History and Landscape
For Din (Navajo) and other Native American peoples, landscapes are imbued with deep spiritual significance. This belief has led to the development of holistic relationships that are enacted through Native storytelling and an array of ceremonial practices. How have the ways in which Native and Euro-Americans remember and perceive history impacted Native cultures? Through an examination of texts from Apache, Kiowa and Navajo traditions, explore the complexity of Native American landscapes and their essential place in storytelling practice with Bill Stratton, a specialist in Native American studies. Consider the centuries-old struggle of Native Americans to maintain their political sovereignty and control of lands and resources, with special emphasis on the American West. Also examine issues relating to conceptions of land, language and storytelling, and discuss challenges facing 21st century Native American peoples and George Walkus, Kwakwkawakw, Four-faced Hamatsa Mask, about 1938. constructive ways to address them. Conclude with a visit to Denver Art Museums newly remodeled American Indian art galleries to view hundreds of new works. What stories do these works tell? Come away with fresh insight into the important role of storytelling in Native culture and a new conception of the American West. Ticket included. 10% discount to DAM members.

Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Water: In the World, the West and Colorado

We cannot live without freshwater. Yet, it accounts for only three percent of the Earths water and, of that, only one percent is available for direct use. With dwindling access but more people on the planet, water has become one of the worlds most critical problems. Join Bob Raynolds, geologist and research associate at the Denver Museum of Nature & Science, to explore global-to-local freshwater resource issues. Consider continental-scale water distribution patterns, multinational river systems, regional groundwater quality challenges and projects such as Chinas Three Gorges Dam and refilling the Dead Sea. In the West, examine the Colorado River system, its regional distribution, and the competing demands for its freshwater. Locally, discuss water along Colorados Front Range, including surface water vs. groundwater supplies and usage strategies. A class visit by Taylor Hawes, Colorado River Program Director for The Nature Conservancy, offers a big-picture look at sustainability challenges on the Colorado River and how TNC and other organizations are addressing them. Course includes a visit to the Museum to view and discuss the new photo exhibition, The Colorado River: Flowing Through Conflict, as well as an experimental and immersive water show in the Gates Planetarium. Come away with a better idea of the strategies necessary to equitably share a finite water supply and how water can be used more efficiently in the process. Exhibit ticket included. 10% discount to Museum members.

Four sessions
Tue., 6:308:30, Sept. 13, 20, 27, 2011 DAM visit, Sat., 10 am, Oct. 1 CRN 1086 / $175 6 Bill Stratton, lecturer, Dept. of English; research and teaching focus on Native American literature and American literature; Ph.D., American Indian Studies; co-author with Frances Washburn, The Peoplehood Matrix: A New Theory of American Indian Literature (2008)

Five sessions
Wed., 6:308:30 pm, Sept. 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 2011 Museum visit, Sat., 9 am, Sept. 17 CRN 1061 / $215 Bob Raynolds, geologist, research associate in Earth Sciences Department, Denver Museum of Nature & Science

Denver Center Attractions

The American Musical: Jolson, Hair and Denvers Own Billie McBride
Do you love the theater but think most musicals are full of fluff? Or do you leave the show whistling the tunes you just heard? Im singin in the rain, just singin in the rain True, the American musical contains, well, music, but this sometimes disrespected genre offers much more. Indeed, over the past 100 years the American musical matured right alongside America: Along with the parade of European immigrants, we welcomed early operetta (Robin Hood in 1891!), minstrel shows and vaudeville. Then in 1927 musicals with complete and controversial plots appeared. Continue this fun and informative stroll down musical memory lane with prominent Denver actress/director Billie McBride, who made her Broadway debut in 1987 and has since received multiple acting honors including an Emmy nomination. Learn how musicals changed American theater: Think Oklahoma, Brigadoon and South Pacific. Dig out your peace sign while rediscovering the visceral and foundational impact of rock musicals like Jesus Christ Superstar or Hairthe latter which youll see as part of this course! No, its not a psychedelic flashbackits the Public Theaters new Tony-winning production presented by Denver Center Attractions. Move into the 80s with the British Invasion including Andrew Lloyd Webers astonishing Broadway run. Through discussion, clips and documentary, enjoy an enlightening, retrospective ride on the American musical bandwagon. Performance ticket included. 10% discount to DCTC and DCA subscribers.

Five sessions
Mon., 79, Sept. 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 2011 Hair performance, Fri., 8 pm, Oct. 14, Denver Center for Performing Arts CRN 1073 / $225 Billie McBride spent 20 years in NYC working on Broadway, off-Broadway, touring and doing television. She is pleased now to be a local actor and director working in theatres here in Colorado.

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Lamont School of Music

Germanys Shakespeare: The Impact of Goethe (17491832)
Poet, playwright, scientist and statesman, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe was one of the greatest minds of his era, influencing everything from music to politics. Join music historian Betsy Schwarm and German linguist Gabriele Seffert to survey the life, works and homeland of Germanys Shakespeare. Long before Germany united, Goethes home, Weimar, became birthplace of a cultural renaissance in the midst of the Napoleonic era. Enjoy a slide show tour of this historic city and see how it has changed. Learn more about Weimar as a political and cultural hub; explore the ideas of writers and philosophers who influenced Goethe, notably Schiller and Kant; and then plunge into Faust (Part One) in preparation for Lamont Operas first fall production, Gounods Faust, directed by Kenneth Cox and conducted by Lawrence Golan. Back in class, discuss the opera and why its symbolism is still significant. Also explore Goethes short work, The Sorrows of Young Wertherreportedly read seven times by Napoleon himself. Hear songs and orchestral works inspired by Goethes poetry, including selections by Schubert, Mendelssohn and Dukas. Come away with a deeper appreciation of Goethes prodigious career and its lasting inspiration. Performance ticket included.

German Language for Travelers: More than Just a Tourist

Die Grenzen meiner Sprache bedeuten die Grenzen meiner Welt. The limits of my language are the limits of my universe. ~ Ludwig Wittgenstein What does it take to make a trip to a foreign country an unforgettable experience? Beyond the geographic and cultural beauty of a nation, lasting memories are gained through friendly acquaintances, delicious food and adventure. But nothing will enhance your travel experiences or bring you closer to the true identity of a country than its language. Making the effort to use the native language promises a deeper connection to the country and its people, distinguishing you as more than a tourist. Deepen your next travel adventure under the guidance of German language instructor and native German, Gabriele Seffert. Learn how to communicate your needs and respond to questions at the airport, on public transportation, in restaurants and hotels. Gain insight into basic grammar and culture, and get the tools to help you direct the course of a conversation. This highly interactive class is designed to expose you to the language in ways you can really use it: Pictures of road signs and traffic rules help with city and highway navigation, creative inclass conversations offer needed interactions, and between-class assignments build on lessons learned. Come away with a solid foundation for your next trip to a Germanspeaking country. Make a new freund because you tried to speak Deutsch!

Five sessions
Wed., 6:308:30 pm, Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9, 2011 Faust performance, Sun., 2:30 pm, Nov. 6, Newman Center for the Performing Arts CRN 1075 / $205* Betsy Schwarm, visiting professor of Music, Metropolitan State College of Denver, former KVOD radio announcer/producer Gabriele Seffert, native of Germany; Business & Tourism graduate, Reise und Handelskammer Wuerzburg, Germany; experienced world traveler

Five sessions
Mon., 6:308:30 pm, Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, Dec. 5, 2011 CRN 1076 / $210* Gabriele Seffert, German/English linguist, language consultant and former instructor, Berlitz International Language Center

*Register for both courses and receive a discount! CRN 1077 / $385

Newman Center for the Performing Arts

Your Authentic Female Voice: Embracing Your Inner Diva
Ladies, how are you and your inner diva getting along these days? Is that beautiful voice inside your head closer to matching what comes out of your mouth when you speak or sing?Or does it still need a little refinement? Perhaps its time to embrace your inner diva with the woman who may have helped bring her out of hiding in the Fall 2009 Authentic Female Voice course. For past participants and newcomers, in the same supportive environment, Photo/Chris Carroll popular Enrichment instructor and vocal coach Mary Louise Burke guides you through the process of accessing the vocal power within and expressing it joyfully and naturally. You love to sing simply because it touches something deep inside. Mary Louisea vocal technique expert with a passion (and gift) for working with adult women at all levels of vocal experienceunderstands! Explore and brush up on mind-body connections, including barriers that can block using thevoice authentically. With fresh insight and educated ears, attend the Newman Center Presents concert featuring internationally renowned female a cappella ensemble, Anonymous 4. Reinforced by group practice and bolstered courage, come away singing and speaking like that inner diva who calls to you every day. Performance ticket included. 10% course discount to NC subscribers.

In Appreciation
The Enrichment Program extends a heartfelt thank you to the following organizations for their outstanding support.

Clyfford Still Museum The Colorado Symphony Denver Art Museum Denver Center Attractions Denver Film Society Denver Museum of Nature & Science The Denver Post Pen & Podium Series John Fielders Colorado Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management Lamont School of Music Lighthouse Writers Workshop Newman Center for the Performing Arts

Five sessions
Thur., 79 pm, Nov. 3, 10, 17, Dec. 1, 2011 Anonymous 4, Thur., 7:30 pm, Dec. 8, Newman Center for the Performing Arts CRN 1074 / $220 Mary Louise Burke, associate director of CS Chorus and Colorado Childrens Chorale, voice instructor, mezzo soprano soloist, doctorate in vocal performance and pedagogy 9

Clyfford Still Photo/Hanz Namuth

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades.

This season Newman Center Presents explores Convergences. To converge is to come together from different origins. Audiences converge from varied places, both physical and metaphorical, on the Newman Center.We come from different parts of town, different points of view, different economic and social backgrounds, and then we share experiences with performing artists. What we bring in common is our sense of adventure and anticipation of discovery.It is a quintessentially American process, to bring our individual identities to a community venue filled with diversity for give and take.It is an inherently innovative, educational, optimistic, and democratic undertaking.Performers are here to entertain and engage, but they are also here to broaden horizons and challenge us to think in new ways.America is built upon a convergence of disparate ideas and people. Come share in this uniquely American tradition. Converge during the 201112 season with Newman Center Presents. We are proud to collaborate with University College to enhance the performance experiences provided by our eclectic array of artists from many different performing arts disciplines, and from around the world.Newman Center Presents will always be diverse in disciplines, points of view, cultures and experiences, because humanity and its aesthetic expressions are so diverse. ~ Stephen Seifert, Executive Director Newman Center for the Performing Arts Newman Center Presents DUs Newman Center for the Performing Arts offers an eclectic mix of performances by world-renowned artists. Enjoy a FREE Behind the Curtain lecture at 6:30 pm. Ballet Hispanico, Saturday, Oct. 1 Ballet Hispanico explores Latino cultures through dance. The Company celebrates the dynamic aesthetics of the Hispanic diaspora, building new avenues of cultural dialogue and sharing the joy of dance with all communities, performing a diverse repertory by todays foremost choreographers as well as emerging artists. Their fusion of Latin dance with classical and contemporary techniques creates a new style of concert dance in which theatricality and passion propel every move. Jane Monheit, Tuesday, Oct. 18 Jazz vocalist Jane Monheit celebrates her roots as a jazz musician by performing American jazz standards, including treasured songs by Arthur Schwartz and Howard Dietz, Rodgers and Hart, Irving Berlin and Jerome Kern. An extraordinarily gifted vocalist whose sincere, romantic interpretations have made her a favorite in both the jazz and cabaret worlds, Monheit has garnered numerous accolades in the past decadetwo Grammy nominations among them. Abraham Inc. featuring David Krakauer, Fred Wesley and Socalled, Saturday, Nov. 12 ~ with support from DU Center for Judaic Studies, The Spirituals Project and Mizel Arts & Culture Center Abraham Inc. is an unprecedented collaboration among three cultural visionaries: David Krakauer, champion of klezmer music and world-class clarinetist; legendary funk trombonist/ arranger Fred Wesley, celebrated for his work with James Brown and George Clinton; and hip-hop renegade/beat architect DJ Socalled. Abraham Inc. heralds a time when boundaries are eroding, mutual respect is presumed, and musical traditions can hit with full force. Backed by a three-piece horn section plus musicians who collaborate frequently with Krakauer and Socalled, the result is an all-out klezmer-funk dance party! Anonymous 4, 25th Anniversary Tour featuring new work The Wood & the Vine by David Lang, Thursday, Dec. 8 ~ co-commissioned by Newman Center for the Performing Arts; University of California, Riverside; and Santa Fe Concert Association Renowned for their unearthly vocal blend and virtuosic ensemble singing, the four women of Anonymous 4 combine historical scholarship with contemporary performance intuition to create their magical sound. The ensemble has performed on major concert series and at festivals throughout North America, Europe and Asia, and has sold nearly two million copies of their albums. Vivaldi Pyrotechnics, Europa Galante, Sunday, Jan. 29, 2012 Europa Galante, formed in 1990 by Fabio Biondi, draws international public attention to a definitive new Italian presence in the interpretation of music from Baroque and Classical eras on original instruments. The album, Vivaldi Pyrotechnics, was nominated for a 2011 Grammy in Best Classical Vocal Performance.

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What Our Students Are Saying For the Love of Learning!

The Enrichment Program is a cultural and educational gem that is unique in Denver. It offers a wide range of practical and thoughtful courses, cerebral without being overly academic, enhanced by vigorous class discussion.
Ballet Hispanico, Company in Batucada Fantstica Photo/Rosalie OConnor

~ Andy Fine

Imani Winds - Photo/Chris Carroll (At Newman Center March 21)

I LOVE the Enrichment Program every class I have taken has been enjoyable, and the instructors were all stellar in their fields. I look forward to getting the brochure to see what courses are offered for the coming session and trying to decide which ones to take. There are always interesting and current topics so its always hard for me to make my decision! ~Susie Davis

JACK Quartet - Photo/Stephen Poff (At Newman Center April 15)

The instructor did an excellent job of covering the course material and making the subject matter useful and contemporary. The campus is beautiful and parking was not a problem. I am looking forward to receiving information on your next offerings. I found the course offerings eclectic and interesting. ~Peter Leider

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Faculty Showcase
Its just thata showcase of our exceptional faculty. As leaders in their fields, Enrichment instructors help us think about critical national and international issues such as immigration, the American presidency, wildlife and water conservation, and the ever-changing Middle East. They open our minds to other cultures and diverse religions, (re)introduce us to classic works of literature, and update us on the latest science, technology and art. They educate us about living fuller and meaningful lives, help us explore our creativity, and better understand history. This is your chance to engage some of the best minds in the region, but dont be shyyou wont be graded and YOU get to ask the questions.

Current Issues
Making Sense of the New Middle East: Politics, Religion and the Struggle for Dignity
2011 has been a year of changes in the Middle East, signaled by both the stirring sights of young people achieving peaceful transfers of power and painful footage of security forces firing on citizen protesters. What do these events mean for the future of this troublesome region? Is a new order on the horizon, or are these transitional moments merely setting up a backlash? Join Andrea Stanton, assistant professor of Islam/Religious Studies, and Jonathan Sciarcon, assistant professor of Middle Eastern History, to put recent developments into perspectivepast, present and future. In Arab countries such as Egypt and Tunisia, leaders resigned but old-guard politicians still hold key cabinet positions. Is this real change? Who will guide the new governments? What will be the long-term effect on the private sector, religion, citizens rights? Unrest in the Arab world also leads to key challenges for non-Arab Middle Eastern countries. Will Turkeys democratic yet mildly Islamic government become a role model? Is there more or less hope for peace between Israel and Palestine? Will Irans influence in the Arab world grow or lessen? Discuss how recent events have played out over the summer, and come away with a more nuanced understanding of the changing nature of politics, religion and society in the Middle East.

Five sessions
Tue., 79 pm, Oct. 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 2011 CRN 1059 / $220 Andrea L. Stanton, assistant professor of Islam, Department of Religious Studies; author of several articles and book chapters on religion and media among U.S. and Middle Eastern Muslim communities 12 Jonathan Sciarcon, assistant professor of Middle Eastern History and Judaic Studies; author of an article on Iraqi-Jewish history and numerous published encyclopedia entries on Middle Eastern history and the Arab-Israeli conflict

Strategic Issues: Immigration

The irony of immigration lies in our present inability to engage for the future an issue that has so profoundly shaped our past. ~ Strategic Issues Panel Report on Immigration Since 2005 the University of Denver has periodically appointed a non-partisan panel of accomplished Colorado citizens to examine a critical public policy issue that is important to our state. Past panels have examined Colorados economic future, the Colorado Constitution and, most recently, state government finance and operations. The panels findings and recommendations are intended to raise the level of public awareness of an issue and provide a basis for informed public discussion. The Strategic Issues Panel on Immigration worked throughout 2009 studying one of the country's most important, complex and contentious issues. Panel members listened to over 30 presentations from government leaders, attorneys, business leaders, union representatives, advocates, law enforcement and others. Join Strategic Issues Program Director Jim Griesemer, along with immigration panel members and presenters, to examine the issues presented, the findings gleaned and recommendations for comprehensive immigration reform. Bring your own opinions and experiences, but listen with an open mind and the basic assumption that immigrationa hot-button issuecan be approached and managed in a reasonable and non-partisan way. Class 1: Begin with a broad view of the immigration problem. How is global migration shaping the world? What are the factors involved and how can the immigration flow be managed? How do federal immigration laws affect this flow? Class 2: Consider immigration in Colorado from two different perspectives: the immigrant and the law. Hear personal stories, via an immigration attorney, from illegal immigrants including how their children are affected. Understand how immigration law is enforced at the state level. Class 3: Hear about the personal experiences of panel members as part of a non-partisan, consensus based group. What did they learn? Does immigration help or hinder our economy? What about education, society, our natural resources? Class 4: Learn the details of the panels report, Architecture for Immigration Reform: Fitting the Pieces of Public Policy, and the 25 recommendations it put forth. While there are no easy answers, must immigration reform be a game of win or lose? How has this report helped to further public discussion or shape policy? What does the future hold?

Four sessions
Mon., 7-9 pm, Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 2011 CRN 1058 / $185 Dr. James Griesemer, professor, dean emeritus of the Daniels College of Business (1994-04), director of the Strategic Issues Program. Prior to becoming dean, Dr. Griesemer served as chief financial officer of the University of Denver, helping to lead the financial turnaround of the University. For more information: www.du.edu/issues 13

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades.

The State of Education in Colorado

Were at a time when Americans everywhere are asking some very tough questions about education. But it all comes down to one: What will it take to dramatically improve public education in America? ~ Secretary of Education Arne Duncan in a speech given April 19, 2011

K-12: Our Childrens Education in Flux

The State of Colorado has made a constitutional promise to provide a thorough and uniform public education for all students. Yet, funding for schools has been drastically reduced in recent years, partly due to the TABOR and Gallagher amendments shifting the financial burden from local communities to the state. Colorado currently ranks 44th in school funding based on per capita income. Can we really achieve postsecondary readiness for all students when we fund schools at current levels? What statewide reforms have the best chance to improve student success in todays environment? Take a big-picture look at K-12 school funding and key reforms that are driving changes in Colorado classrooms with Bruce Caughey, executive director of the Colorado Association of School Executives (CASE). In this two-evening lecture and discussion, consider the following: the shift to new model content standards and the push for the common core; the continued effort to measure student results with assessments that really work and the push for a son of CSAP; how growth measurements hold schools accountable and the movement to tie teacher and principal evaluations to student performance. Come away with a better idea of the challenges facing K-12 education in our state and what the future holds.

Colorado continues to rank well below the national average on public school funding, a new report from the Census Bureau shows. ... The census report also showed that Colorado ranked dead last in funding by the federal government... ~ The Durango Herald, May 28, 2011

State of Education in Colorado

Series of three lectures: K-12, Higher Ed, Funding CRN 1057 / $125

[I]f there is one single key that unlocks the doors of opportunity, its education. If there is one single key to economic recovery, it is education. And if there is one single key to addressing poverty, it is education. The best economic-development strategy and the best anti-poverty strategy is an education strategy. ~ Former Governor Bill Ritter, Jr., in the Denver Post, January 27, 2010

Two sessions
Tue., 6:308:30 pm, Oct. 4 & 11, 2011 CRN 1054 / $65 Bruce Caughey, executive director, Colorado Association of School Executives; 16 years as director of communications and legislative liaison for Douglas County School District; author of bestselling guidebooks including The Colorado Guide and Colorados Best

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The State of Education in Colorado

Higher Education: When Troubling Trends Converge
Colorado is among the most well-educated states in the nation, but faces its own very significant challenges regarding postsecondary education. Though many Coloradans hold college degrees, few of these citizens earned their degrees in Coloradothe so-called Colorado Paradox. In addition, as a result of ongoing shortfalls in revenues, the Colorado system of higher education recently has sustained several very significant reductions in public funding. These trends converge at a time when enrollments in higher education have reached historic levels and student population is more diverse than ever. Assess the implications of this convergence with Matt Gianneschi, deputy executive director of the Colorado Department of Higher Education and a graduate of Colorados higher education system. Gather some background on our states higher ed system, get a report on current conditions, and consider what lies ahead for the state of higher education in Colorado. A Q&A session immediately follows the lecture.

School Funding: Stark Choices ... Tough Decisions

~Words used by Gov. Hickenlooper in his 2011 State of the State address while describing current challenges in education. This year the state of Colorado will spend almost $9.5 billion to educate students in its public K-12 schools and higher education institutions. K-12 funds are expended by 178 school districts to educate approximately 830,000 students, while the state funds 28 higher education institutions educating approximately 255,000 students. School funding can be overwhelming and off-puttingbut it doesnt have to be. Let Michael Griffith, senior policy analyst with the Education Commission of the States, walk you through how your tax dollars move from federal, state and local sources to the schools in your neighborhood and the higher ed institutions in your state. Gain an up-todate understanding of the current condition of our states school funding system, how it compares nationally, and where education funding is heading in the future. A Q&A session immediately follows the lecture.

One evening
Tue., 6:308:30 pm, Oct. 18, 2011 CRN 1055 / $40 Matt Gianneschi, deputy executive director, Colorado Department of Higher Education; co-chair of the education transition team for Governor John Hickenlooper and Lt. Governor Joe Garcia; senior policy advisor for education to Governor Bill Ritter

One evening
Tue., 6:308:30 pm, Oct. 25, 2011 CRN 1056 / $40 Michael Griffith, senior policy analyst, Education Commission of the States, has worked in the field of school finance policy for the past 15 years. He has been quoted over 250 times as an expert resource to national news media, including CNN, Education Week, NBC Nightly News, National Public Radio and The New York Times. 15

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America in an Age of Discontent: Can Democracy Survive?

Despite a voter confidence boost in the War on Terror, discontent in America is at an all-time high. Politics is gridlocked, major institutions are held in low esteem, the gap between the rich and the poor is growing, and pessimism about the future is rampant. In last Novembers elections, a group of people harnessed this discontent and called itself the Tea Party. But is this movement only the latest manifestation of a longstanding American tradition of dissent? Join Political Science Professor Spencer Wellhofer to unravel what the Tea Party tells us about ourselves. In the process, explore the causes giving rise to the Tea Party, its goals and policies, and how these discontents are expressed. Also examine the pervasiveness of cynicism in America and how that might affect a democratic society. Is it no longer reasonable to hope for positive change? After all, a campaign hinged on this message carried Barack Obama into the Oval Office only to see the window of optimism close soon thereafter. Can citizen discontent, political cynicism and democracy coexist? Have they before? Come away with fresh thinking about the state of Americas discontent and what it means for our future.

The American Presidency: Too Much for One Person?

In 1936, facing a proliferation of new government agencies spawned by the New Deal, President Franklin Roosevelt sought help in designing a new model of White House management, Newsweek recently Photo/Library of Congress reported. An independent panel recommended that Roosevelt recruit new personal staff to help with the mushrooming workload. Staffers would remain in the background, issue no orders, make no decisions, issue no public statements. Roosevelt added six aides over the next two years. Fast forward to 2011: President Barack Obama has six aides just to handle incoming mail. The White House Office has a staff of 469 on core councils for domestic and economic policy. Is it realistic to expect any one person to meet the demands of the 21st century presidency? Academics in Eisenhowers day envisioned two presidents: One for serious policy matters; the other for more ceremonial duties. Examine the capacities and limits of the nations top elected office with award-winning legal journalist Tripp Baltz. Review the Executive Branch powers in Article II of the Constitution, then discuss selected presidential administrations from Theodore Roosevelt to a detailed look at the Obama Administration. How does 24/7 media coverage of the Office contribute to the presidential burden? Is government indeed too big to effectively functionor not big enough? Is it time to rethink our countrys most powerful job?

Four sessions
Mon., 79 pm, Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31, 2011 CRN 1053 / $185 Spencer Wellhofer, award-winning professor of Political Science, past chair of Economics and Politics Science, globalization specialist. His work has received support from the Fulbright Scholarship Program, U.S. National Science Foundation, U.S. Department of Education and the Ford Foundation.

Four sessions
Thur., 6:308:30, Sept. 15, 22, Oct. 6, 13, 2011 CRN 1052 / $185 Tripp Baltz, author of numerous articles on new laws and regulations in legal journals and publications; oral historian; instructor of American Politics, media, history and international affairs

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As you know, in business and in life its not just about asking questions, but asking the right questions. Focus Forward: Reinventing Career and Retirement is an integrated program exclusively and thoughtfully designed for professionals ages 50+ who are seeking career mobility and change, or are transitioning into retirement. The program helps you ask the relevant questions and determine the best course of action through new frameworks, tools and strategies that will help you map out the future you desire. Lead instructor Lori Zahn is an executive coach who works with organizational leaders and career professionals, and has worked for many years with people just like youprofessionals at this transitional point in their work lives. The Focus Forward program is designed to inspire, inform and motivate you no matter where you find yourself at this critical juncture. Classes include a mix of presentations, discussions, guest speakers, interactive activities, relevant readings and assignments between meetings. The program begins with Planning for Change, a foundational workshop developed by The Hudson Institute of Santa Barbararecognized experts in adult development, renewal and leadership training. Students in this workshop will learn powerful tools and strategies for navigating transition and change, identify a sense of guiding purpose, learn life skills for sustaining purpose and passion, and leave with a compelling plan for their next chapter. Once this workshop is complete, participants may select from three courses, each focusing on a specific need: Career Continuation, Career Change and Reinventing Retirement. These courses explore viable options for moving forward with you and your individual needs taking center stage. Cant decide which step to take? Try multiple courses. One-on-one coaching is also available. The Focus Forward program is ideal for professionals who seek a new direction in life and who are asking questions such as: Where do I begin? How do I find the passion I once had in my work? Is it wise to change careers at this time of my life? How can I make a meaningful impact on my community? Will my current career satisfy me in the long run? What if Im not sure what I want to do? Whats my plan? Come away from the Focus Forward program with new frameworks and tools for navigating transition and change, identified career or retirement options, and a compelling plan that has you looking forward to this next chapter of your life.

Focus Forward Kickoff Event August 10, 6:308 pm

Join instructor and executive coach, Lori Zahn, as she details the philosophy, process and learning outcomes for this integrative new program offered by DU's University College. Also hear from other professionals who have navigated significant transition periods and made positive changes in their careers and retirement.

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FOCUS FORWARD: Reinventing Career and Retirement

Planning for Change
Ready for a change? The Focus Forward program begins with this prerequisite foundational workshop, which is designed around The Hudson Institutes core model known as the Cycle of Renewal, a powerful learning tool for individuals navigating transition and change. If youre strategizing your next move, or considering making the most out of where you currently find yourself, the Cycle of Renewal will help you navigate the next steps of your life. Students will identify a sense of purpose for heading into the next chapter and learn ten critical life skills for sustaining that purpose and adding passion. Linking personal and professional goals to new opportunities and resources will help inspire you to make a change. By the end of the workshop, students will have acquired valuable life skills and an action plan for moving forward. Participants will also learn about the course options offered in the Focus Forward program, along with other potential resources, that will best support them in the future. A month after completing the workshop, students will participate in a group coaching conference call to discuss progress and provide support.

Career Change
Considering a career change, but unsure whether thats a wise choice or where to start? Explore your options through the Focus Forward programs Career Change course, in which students will leverage past experiences to help make future decisions and explore future possibilities. Students will learn about re-careering and re-inventing in the second half of life, explore and evaluate whether and how a career change makes sense, and learn about new ways of working as well as portfolio careers. You will also begin exploring and experimenting by trying out these new ideas and possibilities. Discover ways to parlay strengths and skills into new career possibilities; how to proactively manage a career change or perhaps mimic 8.4 million other Americans and enter into an encore (post midlife) career; and leave with a framework, process and resources to proactively move ahead.

Three sessions
Thur., 6:309 pm, Sept. 29, Oct. 13, 20, 2011 CRN 1102 / $460* *Cost includes $35 materials fee. See further pricing details on page 20.

Two sessions
Sat., 9 am12:30 pm, Sept. 17 & 24, 2011 CRN 1099 / $420* *Cost includes $35 materials fee and light refreshments. *Enroll with a friend or family member in this workshop and both receive $35 off registration. *See further pricing details on page 20.

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Career Continuation
Looking to sustain and invigorate your current career in a meaningful way? This Focus Forward program transition course is for professionals who wish to stay in their current professions, but seek guidance on doing so in a lasting way. Gain insight to career reengagement and renewal and explore new ways of working in the same career that may be a better fit for today. As professionals remain in their careers, they may lose a degree of passion for their work or find that the demands on their time and energy are too much; learn how to overcome these obstacles in this course. Students will write a plan for managing their career into the future that includes actionable steps, and start experimenting with those steps during the course. Come away with a framework, process and resources to help you proactively manage your career and work life.

Reinventing Retirement
Do you want to move on to the next chapter in your life where career is no longer the predominant focus? Professionals who want to shift their attention away from a full-time career and transition into meaningful retirement, which may or may not include work of some form, will benefit from this course that introduces new ways of thinking about retirement. Design this next chapter of your life using your sense of purpose and passions as a guide. Explore how to channel your experience, skills and passions into post-career avenues, learn about options for meaningful community and civic engagement, and identify opportunities and resources for lifelong learning and renewal. Reinventing Retirement presents a myriad of options. Begin exploring and experimenting by trying out new possibilities. Whatever you choose to do in retirement, do it with passion, make it fulfilling, and add value to the community around you.

Three sessions
Thur., 6:309 pm, Nov. 17, Dec. 1, 8, 2011 CRN 1101 / $460* *Cost includes $35 materials fee. See further pricing details on page 20.

Three sessions
Thur., 6:309 pm, Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 2011 CRN 1103 / $460* *Cost includes $35 materials fee. See further pricing details on page 20.

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FOCUS FORWARD: Reinventing Career and Retirement

About the Lead Instructor
Lori Zahn, president of Perceptive Leaders LLC, a leadership development consulting company, is an executive coach working with organizational leaders and career professionals. Drawing on years of experience working in corporate environmentsboth as a senior level leader in Fortune 100 companies and as a consultant to senior level organizational leadershipLori is a seasoned consultant and coach.

Cost
The cost of Focus Forward: Reinventing Career and Retirement covers all of the materials necessary for the workshop and courses, a coursepack of selected articles and required book(s). By participating in the Focus Forward program, students will also have access to DUs Career Services where students can work with a career counselor for vocational and personality type assessments, resume assistance and career counseling at a reduced fee.

Discounts
Enroll with a friend or family member in the Planning for Change workshop and you will both receive $35 off registration. Register for one of the three course options within the same term as the Planning for Change workshop and earn a $35 discount. University of Denver staff, faculty and alumni receive $35 off each registration.

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History
The Blind Eyes of Justice: Flash Points in Supreme Court History
People say the Supreme Court has never been more political than it is today, but is that really true?Join former Constitutional Law Professor Harlan Abrahams as he guides you through surprising stories that occurred behind the scenes of some of our countrys most pivotal cases.Take a deeper look at Brown v. Board of Education, Bush v. Gore, the Guantanamo detainee cases and the recent Citizens United case.Learn how Franklin D. Roosevelt threatened to expand the court and pack it with his picks, leading to the switch in time that saved nine. Did you know a conservative Supreme Court Justice wrote the majority opinion in Roe v. Wade?Why did the Chief Justice change his vote in that case? These are milestonesiconic decisionseach one a flash point in the history of the Supreme Court.And each must be viewed in its legal, economic, political and historical context. Abrahams will share key excerpts from the cases. Expect lively debate on challenging issues as you take a surprising look at the history of the blind eyes of justice, and gain a deeper understanding of how these important Supreme Court cases have changed the way we live.

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The American Civil War: Fact, Fiction and Myth

This year, on its 150th anniversary, the Civil War is being memorialized by politicians, authors and the media in many waysnot all of them factual. Patricia Richard, associate professor of History at Metropolitan State College of Denver, looks to set the record straight. Join the passionate Civil War expert to examine the sometimes surprising causes of the war, its impact on people then, and its legacies for us today. Discuss political power struggles between slaveholders and northerners, attempts to expand slavery westward, the role of Abolitionists and Fireeaters, and the military and social aspects of the war. Did you know that the Civil War was considered the first modern warfought with powerful weapons and producing unprecedented injuries? Or that the nations first income tax was introduced to help finance the war? What were the effects of the war on federal and state governmental powers, Constitutional interpretation and, of course, racism? Why do todays neo-Confederates still try to frame the Civil War in terms of states rights instead of slavery? Hear true stories, watch romanticized movie clips, and discern fact from fiction as America observes the Civil Wars sesquicentennial.

Four sessions
Mon., 57 pm, Sept. 12, 19, 26 Oct. 3, 2011 CRN 1064 / $185 Harlan Abrahams, bestselling writer, lawyer, former law professor and co-author of Raul Castro and the New Cuba: A Close-Up View of Change (fall 2011, McFarland & Company) and On the List: Fixing Americas Failing Organ Transplant System (Rodale 2009)

Six sessions
Mon., 6:308:30 pm, Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7, 14, 2011 CRN 1065 / $235 Patricia Tish Richard, author of Busy Hands: Images of the Family in the Northern Civil War Effort and other Civil War publications, is coordinating a sesquicentennial celebration on the Auraria campus. 21

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Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades.

History, Culture & Travel

Costa Rica: Where Pura Vida is the Way of Life
When people talk about Costa Rica, they typically smile and envision paradise. And for the most part thats true. Costa Rica is famous for its natural beauty and exceptionally hospitable people. It is extraordinarily biodiverse, drawing nature-lovers from all over the world with its wildlife, rainforests, beaches, mountains, volcanoes and reputation for conservation and sustainability practices. By eliminating its national armed forces, Costa Rica has set the standard for peaceful co-existence. And with its highly literate population and extensive social support network, many consider it to be a model country. Explore this natural paradise with instructor and international travel leader, Franco Marini, who has traveled to Costa Rica for 25 years. Dig into current challenges, such as deforestation and illegal immigration. Discuss its importance in Central America and as an international icon for democracy and peace. Learn about its history, culture (Pura Vida!), ecology, geography, economy, health systems and much more. Come away with a better understanding of how Costa Ricas confluence of attributes, including its unique ecosystems, help to make this Central American jewel a leader in sustainable tourism. Note: Along with our new Spanish Travel Language offering, this course provides an exceptional foundation for a trip to Costa Rica! See travel opportunities on the following page.

Spanish Language for Travelers: More Than Just a Tourist

Cambie su idioma y cambiar sus pensamientos. Change your language and you change your thoughts. ~Karl Albrecht Nothing will enhance your travel experiences or bring you closer to the true identity of a country than its language. Making the effort to use the native language promises a deeper connection to the country and its people, distinguishing you as more than a tourist. Deepen your next travel adventure under the guidance of Spanish language instructor and world traveler Tammy Falcone. Learn how to communicate your needs and respond to questions at the airport, on public transportation, in restaurants and hotels. Gain insight into basic grammar and culture, and get the tools to help you direct the course of a conversation. This highly interactive class is designed to expose you to the language in ways you can really use it: Pictures of road signs and traffic rules help with city and highway navigation, creative in-class conversations offer needed interactions, and betweenclass assignments build on lessons learned. Come away with a solid foundation for your next visit to a Spanish-speaking countryperhaps Costa Rica (see next page)! Make a new amigo because you tried to speak en Espaol.

Five sessions
Tue., 6:308:30, Oct. 18, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 2011 CRN 1079 / $210* Tamara Falcone, certified Spanish instructor, two-time Peace Corps Volunteer: three years in Honduras with buffer zone educational project in Costa Rica and seven years as Argentinas regional environmental education planner in Patagonia

Four sessions
Tue., 79 pm, Sept. 13, 20, 27, Oct. 4, 2011 CRN 1078 / $185* 22 Franco Marini, instructor and founder of personal empowerment organizations including Global Journeys. Franco conducts international educational trips for schools, businesses and universities including the University of Denver.

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Educational Travel Opportunities

Vacation getaways are always intended to make you relax. But not always do you return home more connected to your passion and purpose, with new tools to make great things happen in your life. Maybe its the setting that gives you fresh perspectivethe lush primitive rainforest, the waterfalls, beaches and canopy of monkeys and birds. Maybe its the time spent with others, thoughtfully exploring what it means to create an extraordinary life. Definitely it is the support provided by a master educator and guidein this case, Franco Marinia veteran of bringing people to exquisite international locales for personal growth and discovery. We are pleased to provide the following educational travel experiences offered by Franco Marini, instructor and founder of personal empowerment organizations including Global Journeys. Franco conducts international educational trips for schools, businesses and universities, including the University of Denver.

Costa Rica: Celebrate Magnificence and Freedom with Father and Son Ruiz
Six amazing days with best-selling authors don Miguel Ruiz and don Jos Ruiz at the secluded Sugar Beach Resort on a private slice of the Pacific coast. Your days are filled with offerings for personal growth and transformation, spiritual expansion and opportunities to experience new adventures, deeper happiness and personal freedom in this tropical paradise. Package includes daily sessions with father and son Ruiz, whose transformational books include The Fifth Agreement, the powerful sequel to their life-changing The Four Agreements; all accommodations at Sugar Beach Resort; breakfast, lunch and dinner each day; optional meditation and yoga sessions; fun beach activities and ample personal time for reflection and relaxation.

Costa Rica: A Cultural Odyssey

This seven-day exploration of the heart of Costa Rica begins in the capital, San Jos. For three days, stay at the beautiful Hotel Presidente on the walking mall of the city. Tour San Jos, exploring artisans markets, museums, government offices, a coffee plantation and more. From there, youll be chauffeured to Sugar Beach Resort where intimate, oceanfront accommodations await along with four more days of excursions, discussions and activities. Choose to begin the day with a yoga class (optional), then hike or horseback ride under the rainforest canopy, surf, explore nearby villages, participate in a community service project (optional), engage in meaningful discussions on creating possibilities in life, and luxuriate in personal time surrounded by the transforming beauty of Pura Vida! Note: Courses on page 22 offer unique preparation for this inspirational odyssey.

Six days
Sun., Nov. 27 to Sat., Dec. 3, 2011*

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Seven days
Sun., Jan. 8 to Sat., Jan. 14, 2012* *For complete details and rates, please contact Francos partner-in-education, Kay LatchmanSingh, at 516-906-2133.

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Religion
From the Buddha to the Dalai Lama: An Introduction to Buddhism
Some 2500 years ago, Buddhism began in a remote corner of the Indian subcontinent. Since then, this dharmic, non-theistic religion has spread to nearly every corner of the world, not only shaping the thought, culture and consciousness of Asia, but also significantly influencing the West. Join Jacob Kinnard, associate professor of Comparative Religious Thought at The Iliff School of Theology, as he explores the rich history, doctrines and practices, and various manifestations of the Buddhist tradition from several angles, including historical, cultural, ritual, philosophical and artistic. Begin with an exploration of the social and religious context of fifth century BCE India, from which the Buddha emerged, and progress to Buddhisms philosophical basis in Indias early teachings of the Buddha and the various important interpreters of these teachings.Trace the changes in the early social and religious structure of the Buddhist communityand in the original formulation of the Buddhas teachingsas Buddhism spread from India to Nepal and Tibet, to Sri Lanka, Burma and Thailand, to China and Japan and, eventually, to Europe and America. Come away with a better understanding of Buddhism in all its diversity.

The Role of Ritual: Beyond Religions and Traditions

Religion is most often considered a matter of belief. Yet, one of its most defining features is actually ritual. In fact, it is often ritual that distinguishes religions from one another. But what if someone doesnt identify with a particular religion? What other ritualized behaviors are incorporated into our lives, and what purposes do they serve? A university lecture, a Japanese tea ceremony, a concert, Communion, a football game and even an election have something in common: They are all rituals. Why do we participate in them? What happens when we dont? The answers may surprise you. Join Ted Vial, associate professor of Modern Western Religious Thought at The Iliff School of Theology, to explore the origins, theories and effects of rituals. Freud theorized that rituals are related to obsessive-compulsiveness. Some sociologists believe in an American Civil Religionits rituals necessary to unify a religiously diverse nation. If, however, modern Western society is less ritualized than others, as they also believe, what does that say about our country and how we view the rest of the world? Theologians believe that rituals put us in touch with the sacred. If we lose classic rituals, do we also lose a sense of meaning? Learn how ritualsboth religious and unnoticed everyday typesshape us as individuals and as societies.

Five sessions
Wed., 79 pm, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30, Dec. 7, 2011 CRN 1066 / $215 Jacob Kinnard, associate professor of Comparative Religious Thought at The Iliff School of Theology, author of three books on Buddhism, editor

Four sessions
Wed., 6:308:30 pm, Sept. 14, 21, Oct. 5, 12, 2011 CRN 1067 / $185 Ted Vial, associate professor of Modern Western Religious Thought at The Iliff School of Theology; expert on modern theology, Enlightenment and post-Enlightenment theories of religions, and religion in the public square; author

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Philosophy & Ethics

Channeling Aristotle: Cultivating a Virtuous Life in the 21st Century
Now, more than ten years into the 21st century, the challenges of living a virtuous, meaningful and purposeful life appear greater than ever. Simply observe the startling, often depressing news headlines on any given day. Is it still possible to live a virtuous life? What does it mean to be human in this epoch? Join Buie Seawell, clinical professor of Business Ethics and Legal Studies in The Daniels College of Business, to look at five defining roles we play throughout our lifetimeChild, Lover, Parent, Professional, Citizenin seeking to live a purposeful and happy life. Consider five different ways to answer the question, What is the end of life? from an Aristotelian perspective. Why Aristotle? Three reasons: He believed the purpose of life was to achieve happiness or fulfillment. Is that possible in our lifetime? What would it look/feel like? He taught that such an end was only possible through the practice of virtue. But what practices, what virtues, would lead to that end? He believed all things are defined by their teleosliterally, their end or purpose. So what is the purpose of a human life in all its dimensions? Five short but engaging readings help frame the conversation, and students should come prepared to fully participate in thoughtful dialogue. Yes, this is a course on ethics, but hopefully it is much more.

Literature
Witchcraft, Wizardry and Other Wonders: Inside the Magical World of Harry Potter

Its sure to be a melancholy milestone for millions of Harry Potter devotees, yet summer 2011 indeed marks the farewell of one of the most successful book and film sensations of all time. Besides reflecting a magical world of the imagination, what is it about J.K. Rowlings epic series that has mesmerized fans for 14 years? DUs School of Art and Art History Director, M.E. Warlick, is also a scholar of alchemical imagery and the author of two books on the subject. Join her to discuss the Harry Potter books and explore through visual images how they provide a threshold for viewing many deeply held beliefs of the Middle Ages, such as alchemy, magic, witchcraft, herbology, potion brewing, divination, bestiaries and astrology. At Hogwarts, Harry, Hermione, and Ron studied a variety of subjects to perfect their magical skills and to gain power over evil. Upon what traditions did Rowling develop her characters and story line? What place does esotericism really hold in Western Civilization? Compare selected readings with related visual images and movie clips as you observe and discuss various occult pursuits woven through Harrys story. And on the heels of Harrys final showdown with Lord Voldemort, better understand and celebrate the complexity of this extraordinary series.

Four sessions
Tue., 6:308:30 pm, Nov. 8, 15, 29, Dec. 6, 2011 CRN 1085 / $185 M. E. Warlick, professor, European Modern Art; director, School of Art and Art History; recipient of DUs Distinguished Teaching Award, 1991, and University Professorship in the Arts and Humanities, 1997-2000; author of Max Ernst and Alchemy: A Magician in Search of Myth (2001) and The Alchemy Stones (2002), now translated into five languages

Five sessions
Thur, 79 pm, Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 2011 CRN 1068 / $215 Buie Seawell, clinical professor, Department of Business Ethics and Legal Studies, Daniels College of Business. Buie holds degrees in History, Theology and Law. Professionally, he has served as a Presbyterian minister, practiced law, and for 18 years taught ethics, law and public policy at UCD and DU.

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Dusting Off the Classics: For Whom the Bell Tolls

How can we live, seeing we have to die? Thats how Spanish novelist Jos Luis CastilloPuche summed up the personal philosophy of his friend Ernest Hemingway. Discuss that philosophy and Hemingways great novel of the Spanish Civil War, For Whom the Bell Tolls, under the guidance of Rebecca Berg, awardwinning novelist and literature and writing instructor. Why does this book still resonate, and what does it tell us about Hemingway, the author and the person? Do his disillusionment and cynicismsome say nihilismspeak to us today? Freedom, democracy, the Spanish Republic, the peoplethose ideals appeared to be on the losing side of history as Hemingway began writing the novel in 1939. Discuss the history of the war, its contemporary parallels, and the books portrait of heroism in service to a lost cause. Consider Hemingways deeply felt relationship with Spain, his obsession with bullfighting, and the novels surprising treatment of women. Examine what is meant by the Hemingway style. To what extent has American literary conversation been shaped by it, and to what extent does For Whom the Bell Tolls conform to it? What answer does the book offer to the question, How can we live, seeing we have to die?

The Making of a Modern-Day Classic: Jonathan Franzens Freedom

Since his award-winning 2001 novel, The Corrections, critics have lauded Jonathan Franzen as one of the greatest American novelists. In Freedom, Franzen again has done something few contemporary novelists can: become part of the larger cultural conversation. Heads of state are Jonathan Franzen reading Freedom; Time magazine devoted a cover to it; heated debates arose among readers and writers alike about whether the books reception revealed a deep gender bias. According to popular Enrichment instructor Andrea Dupree, a classic work of literature endures the test of time by capturing a momentand doing so with a masterly sense of craft. This novels moment is a post-9/11 world in which all forms of freedom are under siege. Through the tale of Patty and Walter Berglund, this course explores the texture of contemporary life, from our tenuous relationship with the environment to our obsessions with fame, power and entertainment. Examine Franzens techniques and pet themes, along with his technical and aesthetic signatures. Learn more from the author himself at his Denver Post Pen & Podium lecture. What can this book and the critical response to it teach us about the world we live in? Whether or not you share Franzens vision of America, come away reconsidering the nuances and contradictions at work in our notions of freedomand the elements that make this book a contemporary classic. P&P ticket included.

Four sessions
Wed., 79, Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 2011 CRN 1083 / $185 26 Rebecca Berg, writing and literature instructor, award-winning writer, freelance editor, former journalist. Her third novel, Julios Ghost, won the 2008 Dana Award in the Novel. See Native American Storytelling, page 6.

Five sessions
Tue., 6:308:30 pm, Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 4, 11, 2011 Franzen P&P lecture, Wed., 7:30 pm, Oct. 5, Newman Center for the Performing Arts CRN 1084 / $210 Andrea Dupree, fiction writing faculty, University College; program director and cofounder, Lighthouse Writers Workshop; author

Writing
Writing 101: Under the Influence of Mary Karr
So youd like to write, but arent sure how to begin. Or perhaps youve written some pages, but have no idea what to do next. Get the guidance youre looking for from author, teacher and Lighthouse Writers Workshop Executive Director Mike Henry. In this writing sampler course, explore the genres of fiction, nonfiction and poetry, working to uncover the writer within and the styles best suited to the writing you most want to do. Through readings by such writers as poet and author Mary Karr (most recently known for her memoirs, The Liars Club and Lit), identify and practice the integral elements of all good writingimage and detail, dramatic structure and voice. Discuss why certain techniques worked for Karr and can for you, and practice writing through a variety of in- and out-of-class exercises. Along the way, see the award-winning author live at Inside the Writers Studio with Mary Karr, an onstage interview and reading. Be prepared to read, write, discuss, build a bit of confidenceand then write some more. Just bring a pen, some paper or a laptop, and your burning desire to write. Karr event ticket included. Course does not include critiquing or workshopping.

The Story Only You Can Tell: Writing Your Experience

As human beings, the emotions we experiencelove, anger, griefare universal. But how we experience them is as unique as our fingerprints. Its this uniqueness that makes stories come aliveand that makes your story worth telling. But how do you get started? What makes a good story? Why would anyone care about your experience? Popular Enrichment instructor Shari Caudron, author of two nonfiction books and numerous articles and essays, helps you uncover and understand the stories only you can tell, along with the best form for telling them. Class begins with attendance at Inside the Writers Studio with Mary Karr, a Lighthouse Writers Workshop event that includes an interview with and a reading by the prolific multigenre writer, lauded for her three memoirs Lit, Cherry and The Liars Club. Through readings of Karrs and other authors works, in-class discussions and free-writing assignments, youll learn to identify meaningful themes in your life that canand should!be woven into your work. Mary Karr Understand how your passions and obsessions can help fuel a story, learn how experiences can be made into stories with universal appeal, and begin to develop your own unique literary voice and style. Karr event ticket included. Course does not include critiquing or workshopping.

Five sessions
Mon., 6:308:30 pm, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 2011 Lighthouse Writers Studio: Mary Karr, Sat., 4:30 pm, Oct. 22, location TBA CRN 1087 / $195 Michael Henry, creative writing faculty, University College; executive director and co-founder, Lighthouse Writers Workshop; author of No Stranger Than My Own, a book of poetry

Five sessions
Tue., 6:308:30, Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 2011 Lighthouse Writers Studio: Mary Karr, Sat., 4:30 pm, Oct. 22, location TBA CRN 1088 / $195 27 Shari Caudron, nonfiction writing faculty, University College; creative writing faculty, Lighthouse Writers Workshop; journalist, essayist, author of two narrative nonfiction books

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Nature & Science

Journal Writing: A Canvas for the Landscape of Your Life
Its no secret that journal writing is both joyful and cathartic. A window into your thoughts and feelings, its a way to record life experiences for your own personal growth and/orfor future generations. Its also good for your health as scientific research suggests that journal writing reduces stress and promotes self-understanding. Perhaps you want to explore some aspect of your life, tap into stored knowledge, enhance critical thinking skills orfigure out your own solutions to problems.Let Kathleen Adams, award-winning director of Denvers Center for Journal Therapy and licensed professional counselor, get the creative juices flowing in this lively course designed to jump-start your journal.Through a variety of in- and out-ofclass exercises, acquire a toolbox of journal writing techniques to help you write more spontaneously and with greater color, perspective and dimension.Using Adams innovative Journal to the Self methods, learn to break bad habits, create positive solutions and enhance self-discovery by focusing on healing, change and growth. Come away with a better understanding of how to process and articulate your thoughts and experiences in order to transform an ordinary diary into a canvas for the landscape of your life. Participants have the opportunity (but not the requirement) to share writings with classmates.

One Health: The Connections Between Humans, Wildlife and Ecosystems

The global concept of One Health is really huge and hugely important. ~ Sarah Bexell When you hear the term wildlife conservation, what do you think of? Wolves, bald eagles, giant pandas and other creatures Photo/Sarah Bexell not so familiar to us? Has your own health ever been part of this imagery? If Earth is losing so many species, how might that be connected to your well-being? Join Sarah Bexell, wildlife conservationist and research scholar at DUs Institute for Human-Animal Connection, to explore the interconnections among human, non-human animal and ecological health via a recently developed concept called One Health. While theres no question that these three entities are completely interlinked and fully dependent on each other, there is a lack of understanding of the impact of those connections, especially when violated, such as shared diseases. How do biodiversity loss and wildlife wellness contribute to this emerging global health issue? Learn about the efforts of DUs Graduate School of Social Work to develop a One Health program focusing on wildlife conservation and human health and resiliency, and its parallel partnership with Chinas Sichuan University. Come away better understanding the connections, wildlife conservation strategies, environmental protection techniques, and the importance of fostering the next generation to be true stewards of Earth, our only home.

Four sessions
Thur., 57 pm, Nov. 10, 17, Dec. 1, 8, 2011 CRN 1089 / $185 28 Kathleen Adams, Writing & Healing instructor at University College, director of the Center for Journal Therapy, recipient of the National Association for Poetry Therapys Distinguished Service Award

Four sessions
Thur., 6:308:30 pm, Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 2011 CRN 1063 / $185 Sarah M. Bexell, research scholar in residence in the Institute for Human-Animal Connection, Graduate School of Social Work; director of Conservation Education at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, China

After Fukushima: The Heated Nuclear Energy Debate

The recent accident at Japans Fukushima Daiichi plant has renewed the contentious debate over the safety of nuclear energy. Was it, like Chernobyl, a disaster waiting to happen? Or has this latest incident only served to perpetuate further misrepresentations about an already embattled power source? If all forms of energy production have inherent problems just look at the BP oil spillwhy does nuclear power garner such a bad rap? Just how safe is nuclear energy? Join Leonard Pasquini, a nuclear engineer and 40-year veteran of the industry, to examine nuclear technology, concerns in the wake of Fukushima, and what the future holds. Learn about the current generation of nuclear reactors, the issue of spent nuclear fuel, how nuclear power compares to other energy sources in terms of safety, and why France continues to produce 80 percent of its electrical energy through nuclear power. Discuss scientific, economic and environmental facts relating to nuclear energy in combination with other alternative sources of electric power generation, and how the U.S. is handling lessons learned over the 60-year history of nuclear power. Is now the wrong time to invest in more nuclear energy? Are we making the right decisions for the right reasons, or is fear the most dangerous threat of all?

Natural Hazards: Weather and Geology in the Extreme

During the first half of 2011, monster tornadoes, earthquakes, tsunamis, mudslides, flash floods, hailstorms and other natural hazards took thousands of lives and left millions of others traumatically changed. Events that used to be considered anomalies now seem disturbingly common. Natural hazards by definition include both geologic and weather hazards. Which are the most hazardous? Where and why do they form? How do we monitor and predict them? Is any area truly safe from the threat of natural disaster? Explore answers to these questions and others while examining extreme natural phenomena with Hillary Hamann, Department of Geography senior lecturer and researcher. Some scientists believe that we are moving into a new Anthropocene geological eraa world being reshaped by man, most apparent in carbon dioxide emissions. How big a factor is our collective carbon footprint? Where are hazards increasing or decreasing, and how closely related are they to climate changessoon to be measured by the innovative instruments aboard NASAs new NPOESS Preparatory Project (NPP) satellite? Also discuss the natural hazards most common to Colorado and assess related risks. Learn what we can do to adapt to such cataclysmic changes and to reduce the devastating damage.

Three sessions
Wed., 79 pm, Nov. 9, 16, 30, 2011 CRN 1060 / $140 Leonard Pasquini, nuclear engineer, adjunct instructor of Environmental Policy & Management, former naval nuclear powered submarine officer and Atomic Energy Commission (DOE) employee; honored in 1996 as Outstanding Engineering Alumnus by The Pennsylvania State University, Nuclear Engineering Department

Four sessions
Thur., 79 pm, Oct. 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 2011 CRN 1062 / $185 Hillary Hamann, senior lecturer of Physical Geography, Water Resources and Sustainability, Department of Geography. Recent and current research includes work on snowmelt and nutrient export in the Colorado Rockies, rapid hydrologic assessment of tropical forest watersheds and the effects of forest fires on watershed processes in the Mountain West.

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See course on Water, page 6.

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades.

Art
Photoshop Elements for Beginners: Your Digital Darkroom
With todays digital darkroom programs, getting creative with your photographs is easier than you think. Instructor Jessie Paige provides the creative ideas and real-world applications for transforming your camera, home computer and scanner into a modern-day darkroom. Do you want to restore a treasured old photograph, fix photos with inaccurate exposures, or make quality prints out of your best digital shots? Jessie guides you through the digital darkroom with step-by-step instruction that covers basic skills needed to crop, resize, enhance, restore and refine your photographs. This two-day intensive will also provide time to review and develop the skills and techniques needed to work on the projects of your choosing while getting one-on-one guidance. Come away confident in your ability to manipulate and enhance your photographs. Course prerequisite: Proficiency using a computer and a mouse. Classes take place in a PC lab, but both MAC and PC users are welcome. Space is limited, so register early!

Drawing for People Who Think They Cant Draw: The Secret Artist Within
As young children we were encouraged to stay within the lines in our coloring books and beginning drawings. But is that what really makes a drawing good? How many frustrating experiences did it take to convince you that you cant draw? Deborah Howard, associate professor of Drawing and Painting at DUs School of Art and Art History, believes that anyone can learn to draw with the right instruction, even in just a few classes. She loves to watch the secret artist emerge in people from varied walks of life. Learn to see in a completely new way and then record what you see and express what you feel. With exercises and topics that include understanding line, negative space and perspective, and composing still life, youll gain important tools to help you create more sophisticated works of art. Back by popular demand, this course is for beginners or those looking to refresh their drawing skills. Registration includes supplies. Space is limited, so enroll early!

Two-day intensive
Sat., 9 amnoon and 14 pm, Oct. 29 & Nov. 5, 2011 CRN 1096 / $200 Jessie Paige, Denver-based photographer and art educator at DU, University of ColoradoDenver and Regis University. Jessie has exhibited her work nationally and recently was a Visiting Artist at Wichita State University. Her recent large-scale black and white photographs investigate the human condition through her relationship with the landscape.

Two-day intensive
Sat., 9 amnoon and 14 pm, Sept. 17 & 24, 2011 CRN 1090 / $200 Deborah Howard, associate professor of Drawing and Painting, School of Art and Art History. Her work has been exhibited throughout the country and appears in many private and public collections. Drawings from her Portraits of Child Holocaust Survivors project reside in the permanent collection of the new Holocaust Art Museum at Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial in Jerusalem, Israel.

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Explore the visual imagery of Harry Potter, page 25.

Drawing Funny: Releasing Your Inner Cartoonist

Do you love comic strips? On the opinion pages, do your eyes dart straight to the editorial cartoons? Or are you a compulsive doodler who sometimes makes stories out of your doodles? People who think they lack artistic ability learn to draw, so why not learn to cartoon, with or without words. Who better to lead you through this fun and creative process than Denvers own Ed Stein, multiaward-winning syndicated cartoonist and long-time editorial cartoonist at the Rocky Mountain News. In this course, learn the basics of cartooning: Design cartoon characters, draw caricatures, write gags and create cartoon panels and comic strips. Midway through, hear from another pro when you attend the Denver Post Pen and Podium Series lecture by New Yorker cartoonist and author Roz Chast at the Newman Center for the Performing Arts. Leave this course with your own cartoon creation, whether its a comic strip, editorial cartoon or greeting card. And if youre really serious, Ed shares tips for preparing and submitting cartoons and strips for publication. Go ahead have some fun releasing your inner cartoonist! Basic drawing materials required. P&P ticket included. Space is limited, so enroll early!

Two-day intensive plus event

Sat., 9 amnoon and 14 pm, Nov. 19 & Dec. 3, 2011 Roz Chast Pen & Podium lecture, Mon., 7:30 pm, Nov. 21 CRN 1091 / $235 Ed Steins cartoons have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, Newsweek, USA Today, US News and World Report and People magazine. He has won numerous awards, most recently the 2009 James Aronson Award for Social Justice Journalism, and has had two collections of his work published.

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John Fielder: The Art of Seeing

For Amateur or Professional Nature & Travel Photographers, Using Digital or Film, Point & Shoot, SLR or Medium Format Back by popular demand! For the fifth year in a row, John Fielder returns to the classroom with his time-tested, celebrated curriculum. After more than 35 years in the field doing what he does best photographing natureJohn delights participants with his straightforward, witty ability to clearly convey what makes an appealing photo. For two consecutive evenings, John brings you skilled instruction on the art of seeing, presenting 160 images of his most outstanding work to illustrate his masterful techniques. Sharing expertise gained only through years in the field, John teaches you how to seereally seethe color, form, moment and perspective around you. He also offers tips on how to compose better images and become a more productive photographer. Youve been awe-inspired by his books, calendars and printsmaybe even enjoyed one of his field workshopsbut youve seldom seen John Fielder behind a lecture podium. This is a rare opportunity to learn how Colorados own legendary photographer creates his award-winning images, gain a deeper understanding of the visual aspects of the landscape from the expert himself, and discover why the charismatic man behind the camera is a wellrespected ambassador for Colorados magnificent backcountry. A special treat: Join John each evening during break or after class for book-signings. Bring your own Fielder book or calendar, or purchase one on sale outside the lecture hall. A portion of sales go to the Enrichment Program Scholarship Fund.

Two sessions
Tue. & Wed., 6:309 pm, Nov. 8 & 9, 2011 CRN 1092 / $150 John Fielder, nationally renowned nature photographer, publisher, teacher, preservationist and an original governorappointed board member of Great Outdoors Colorado. Recognitions include the first ever Achievement Award by the Aldo Leopold Foundation (2011), Colorado Film Commissions Lifetime Achievement Award, Colorado Environmental Coalitions Rebel with a Cause Award, Sierra Clubs Ansel Adams Award, the University of Denvers Daniel L. Ritchie Award and the Distinguished Service Award from the University of Colorado.

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Intro to Digital SLR: Capitalize on the Power of Your Camera

Does your digital SLR intimidate you? Do you find the multiple buttons, dials and menus not to mention the manualso daunting that youre not capitalizing on the power of your camera? Get the most out of your digital SLR under the attentive and expert guidance of acclaimed photographer and instructor Andrea Wallace. Whether youre new to digital SLR or simply havent had time to explore the many functions, this technical workshop is designed to show you how your camera works and then apply what youve learned. First, explore some mechanics, including shooting modes, exposure settings and lens functions, along with a bit of digital theory, such as white balance and ISO. Then learn basic shooting techniques regarding exposure, composition and lighting before heading outdoors for a photo shoot. Back in the digital darkroom (classroom), download your photos to share and critique. Come to class with questions. Leave with a better understanding of the capabilities of your camera, how it can help you become a better photographer, and improved confidence in your abilities. No prior experience necessary, but students must be SLR users. Bring your camera, along with a tripod and cord for downloading images. Class is limited to 12, so register early!

Intro to Adobe Lightroom: Powerful Image Processing for Photographers

Developed by photographers for photographers, Adobe Lightroom offers photo enthusiasts of any ability a powerful platform for image processing. Acclaimed photographer and favorite Enrichment digital photography instructor Andrea Wallace now relies on Lightroom, which is specially tailored to the needs of photographers. In this introductory course, Andrea helps you learn how to effectively and efficiently manage, adjust and present your digital photographs so that you can spend less time in front of your computer and more time behind the lens. Discover how to easily import, export, edit, organize, back-up and even track the location of your photos. From raw capture to creative processing and final output, plan to discuss every step of the digital workflow process. Learning how to harness the potential of Lightroom will dramatically improve the way you manage digital image files. Students should bring along digital filesRAW, JPG and TIFF are acceptable for in-class exercises and practice. PC users are welcome, although students also should be comfortable using a MAC. Class is limited to 12, so register early!

Weekend intensive
Sat. & Sun., 9 amnoon and 14 pm, Oct. 22 & 23, 2011 CRN 1095 / $210

Two sectionstwo-day intensives

Saturdays, 9 amnoon and 14 pm, Nov. 12 & 19, 2011 CRN 1093 / $210 Sundays, 9 amnoon and 14 pm, Nov. 13 & 20, 2011 CRN 1094 / $210

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Andrea Wallace, artistic director of Digital Media & Photography at Anderson Ranch Arts Center in Snowmass Village; professionally acclaimed photographer and photojournalist with exhibitions and collections throughout the United States, Europe and South America

Short non-credit courses, no exams or grades.

Wellness
Your Money or Your Life: Riding Out the S-l-o-w Recovery
The ever-rising costs of food, fuel and health care, along with financial pressures caused by the sluggish economic recoveryor are we still in a recession?should be incentive for each of us: If youre concerned about your financial future or unhappy with your current savings plan and are willing to do some work to achieve financial success, this is the course for you. Just remember that the people who get what they want in life do a better job of defining what they want, creating a plan, and executing the plan. In this hands-on course, favorite DU instructor Bob Melvin integrates a lifetime of thinking and experience in philosophy, economics and leadership to give you the critical information needed to define what you want and how to get there. Ask Bob how he still manages to sail throughout the world at least four months out of every year. In his famously humorous and no-nonsense style, Bob shows you how to define your direction in life, assess your current reality, construct a practical budget, and learn some investing basics. He also helps you examine both helpful and destructive mental models that aid and hinder plan development and execution. Take away a proven philosophy, your own financial plan, and the confidence of knowing youve taken a huge step toward your life goals.

Redefine, Realign: A One-Day Wellness Retreat

You listen to your heart, but are you following its advice? Are you living a life that reflects your passions, your personal goals, your vision for how your life should be? Specifically, could you better align your daily activities with those things that give your life meaning? If you answered yes, join Sheila Phelan Wright, DU vice provost and professor emerita, and Karen Quinn, certified yoga therapist, to work through this ever-evolving process of discovery. First, define or redefine your passion(s). Perhaps your true desires have changed, but you havent had the time or space to embrace them. Learn how to sort through and clarify the things that add the most meaning to your life. Then, discuss the barriers that get in your way, such as stress. How does it impact your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual ability to pursue those passions? With the aid of written, verbal and physical techniques, explore how to be a better self-advocate as you embrace your life interests. Come away with a fresh awareness of what makes you happy, and a new sense of control over shaping and pursuing your passions now and in the years ahead. Includes morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack.

One-day retreat
Sat., 8:30 am4:30 pm, Oct. 1, 2011 CRN 1098 / $150 Sheila Wright, vice provost emerita, author, international speaker, professor; has developed and taught wellness courses and workshops, and consulted for wellness retreats Karen Quinn, founder of Feel Better Yoga, member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists; has led yoga retreats in Colorado, Costa Rica and Italy

Four sessions
Wed., 6:308:30 pm, Oct. 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2, 2011 CRN 1097 / $175 34 Bob Melvin, award-winning instructor of Economics and Human Communication, recipient of the DU Adjunct Teaching Excellence Award, consultant

If you enjoy the Enrichment Program, perhaps other University College programs will interest you...
Modern Languages
The Modern Languages program at University College provides quality language training for adults who wish to become effective communicators in another language. This fall, we have instruction available in the following languages: Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. From beginning to advanced, our courses are taught by highly qualified, experienced instructors with native or near-native fluency in the language they teach. In addition to our regular language courses, we offer advanced conversation courses in Spanish, French, German, and Italian throughout the year. Look for offerings in intermediate conversation or special topics taught entirely in a second language in the summer quarter. For more information, please visit www.universitycollege.du.edu and click on Language.

Liberal Studies
To earn a Master of Liberal Studies is to study thought and wisdom, knowledge and connections, and to explore universal truths about the human condition. In the process of earning a Liberal Studies degree, students immerse themselves in the search for meaning, the practice of creativity, the wonder of diversity, and the pursuit of a deeper appreciation for life. The Liberal Studies program invites adult learners to experience programs in Arts and Culture or Global Affairs, while strengthening writing, speaking, and critical thinking skills. Arts and Culture students may choose specialties in Creative Writing; Arts Development and Program Management; or Art, Culture, and Literature. Global Affairs students may specialize in Global Issues, World History and Culture, or Translation Studies. For more information, please visit www.universitycollege.du.edu, click on Masters, then Arts and Culture or Global Affairs.

www.universitycollege.du.edu
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Denver
Are you age 50 or better? Do you crave intellectual stimulation and the pursuit of new ideas and experiences with like-minded peers? Then check out OLLI at DU. Participants from diverse backgrounds and professions come together to learn through informal discussions and social interaction. Maximum enjoyment of learning is encouraged. Curious? For more information contact OLLI Assistant Allyson Hodges at 303-871-3090 or Allyson.Hodges@du.edu, or visit the OLLI website at www.universitycollege.du.edu/olli.

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Registration
Registration opens Monday, July 25, 2011.

Web:
www.universitycollege.du.edu/enrichment

New Registration Process

A new online registration process will be implemented for Fall 2011 registration. Details will be posted on our website as we get closer to the launch date. Returning students: Keep an eye out for login credentials to take advantage of the new registration system.

Phone:
303-871-2291

In Person:
University College, 2211 S. Josephine Street, Denver

You will receive information about class location and parking upon registration. All classes take place at University of Denver campus unless otherwise noted. Website contains most current information on schedules, classroom locations, assignments, faculty bios and special events.

Religious Holidays: We do our best to accommodate religious holiday observances. However, with the number of courses offered within a given timeframe and instructor schedules, sometimes scheduling on a religious holiday is unavoidable. We apologize for any inconvenience this might cause. Disability Services Program (DSP): DSP provides reasonable accommodations as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act to students with documented disabilities. Accommodations afford students equal opportunity to participate in the University's programs, courses, and activities.

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University College at the University of Denver

Thanks to the entire Enrichment Team: Jim Davis, Dean of University College, Deb Olson, Director of Enrichment Program, Lise Crouthers, Enrichment Program Associate, Michael McGuire, Assistant Dean, Michele Long, Director of Student Services, Monica Gray, Assistant Director of Student Services, Ray Lam, IT Architect/Manager, Victoria Harben, Copywriter/Content Manager, Janalee Chmel, writer, Ron Carter, Advertising & Promotions Coordinator, Ginni Freedberg, Jennifer Strobl & Kelly Raeburn, Student Services Coordinators, Andrea Sullivan, Information Manager, Tina Miller, Student Financial Advisor

Enrichment Scholarship Fund

Thanks to the generosity of John Fielder, Colorados preeminent nature photographer, we are pleased to offer a limited number of partial scholarships toward the cost of one Enrichment course. Limited to one course per qualifying student per quarter. Scholarships no greater than 50% off course price for qualifying courses. To apply, visit our website: www.universitycollege.du.edu/enrichment

Certificates of Completion / Continuing Education Credits

The Enrichment Program will provide a Certificate of Completion or other evidence of course attendance, including Continuing Education Units, upon request. Please contact us in advance at 303-871-3801 to request the appropriate documentation.

Enrichment Program e-Newsletter

Get the inside scoop on fellow Enrichment students, favorite instructors, upcoming courses and more. Our next Enrichment newsletter will be mailed the week of August 29. Check your inbox! If you are a current or former student and didnt receive our January newsletter, subscribe now at www.universitycollege.du.edu/enrichment

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