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LIBERAL ARTS COURSES AND EVENTS

MAY–JULY 2017 WITH DAYTIME OFFERINGS FOR 55+

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Courses and events take place in Vancouver at SFU’s Vancouver campus (Harbour Centre) at 515 West Hastings Street.

Harbour Centre, in the heart of downtown Vancouver, is a few minutes’ walk from Waterfront Station and several major bus route stops.

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SENIORS LIFELONG LEARNERS SOCIETY A WAY OF LIFE FOR 21ST-CENTURY ADULTS 55+

Join SFU Seniors Lifelong Learners Society to help provide important learning opportunities for yourself and other lifelong learners.

The glow of lifelong learning has no age limit.

sfu.ca/liberal-arts/ssociety

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Coming out of Neil Ritchie’s Canadian Superstars class, Ron and Sue are discussing Teresa Stratas, the opera diva they were just introduced to. Both are big fans of Neil’s courses. “You can see how much he loves the music,” they say, “and his emotion draws you in, too.” Neil’s passion is contagious. Sue says a bus driver on their route home from Harbour Centre once asked them to catch his bus every week so he could eavesdrop on their post-class conversation.

Sue came across the 55+ Program about six years ago by chance, when she picked up the brochure. She was hooked from her first course, Neil Ritchie’s Jazz Piano. “He had amazingly early recordings of the original creators of famous songs, people we haven’t heard about,” she recalls. When Sue invited Ron and his sister, Marion, to join her, Ron wondered at first about going back to school. Ron is more of a sports guy, although he shares Sue’s love of Broadway shows. “But I thought maybe I could learn something,” he says. “And boy, did I learn!”

“The program challenges, engages and makes you think,” says Sue. She takes a variety of courses. Just now, for example, her topics range from Bill C-14 to Mediterranean art. She appreciates the program’s respectful atmosphere. “It doesn’t matter what level of education you have, you’re going to learn more here.”

Marion can no longer get out to Harbour Centre, but she still shares Ron and Sue’s enthusiasm. Every week Ron gives her a play-by-play account of the class. Next week the Canadian superstars are Oscar Peterson and Diana Krall. “I can’t wait,” says Ron, “to see what Neil’s going to do!”

Canadian Superstars is back this term by popular demand. See page 4 for details.

Ron and Sue near SFU’s Vancouver Campus. Photo by Greg Ehlers.

Once More, with Passion

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COURSES AND EVENTS AT A GLANCEMAY–JULY 2017

COURSE/EVENT TOPIC PAGE AUDIENCE

MONDAYSCanadian Superstars9:30–11:20 a.m.

Music 4

Music in the 20th Century11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.

Music 4

TUESDAYSDrawing for Brain Health9:30–11:20 a.m.

Workshop 5

James Joyce’s Ulysses: Reading and Commentary (Part 3 of 4)11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.

Literature 5

James Joyce’s Ulysses: Reading and Commentary (Part 4 of 4)11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.

Literature 5

Story Catching: Learning from Life 1:30–3:20 p.m.

Workshop 6

The Second World War in Europe: The Human Actors1:30–3:20 p.m.

History 6

Who Are We? Populism, Religion and Citizenship5:30–7:20 p.m.

Contemporary Issues 6

WEDNESDAYSSharing Your Legacy Through Digital Storytelling9:30–11:20 a.m. OR 1:30–3:20 p.m.

Workshop 7

Using the Arts for Brain Fitness11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.

Workshop 7

From Reason to Passion: The Romantic Movement in Word and Music12:30–2:20 p.m.

History of Ideas 8

Richard Wagner and The Ring of the Nibelung2:30–4:20 p.m.

Music 8

Do you have questions about the Liberal Arts and 55+ Program? Get them answered in person. Aimed primarily at new students (although all are welcome), this Meet and Greet is a chance to speak informally with program staff.

Jun 5 | 11:30 a.m. | Room 2205FREE (Registration required) | 778-782-5212 | [email protected]

New to the 55+

Program?

Please check dates carefully; not all classes start in the week beginning May 8. Care has been taken to ensure that this brochure is correct at the time of printing. For the most up-to-date information on the Liberal Arts and 55+ Program, please check our website: sfu.ca/liberal-arts.

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COURSE/EVENT TOPIC PAGE AUDIENCE

THURSDAYSRobots and Machine Intelligences10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.

Contemporary Issues 9

Medieval European Art: The Legacy of Rome and Constantinople11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.

Art 9

20th-Century Western Political Thought12:30–2:20 p.m.

History of Ideas 10

Canada Seen Through Our Playwrights: 1967–20172:30–4:20 p.m.

Theatre 10

Aldous Huxley and Graham Greene: Dystopia, Crime and War6:30–8:20 p.m.

Literature 10

Spirituality, Individualism and “Doing It My Way”: How Boomers Are Reinventing Death and Dying6-8:30 p.m.

Free Forum 15

FRIDAYSFrom Grass to Glass: A History of Fibres9:30–11:20 a.m.

History 11

Identity, Self and Creativity10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.

Workshop 11

Morality, Empire and Industry in Victorian Britain11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.

History 11

SATURDAYSHe, She, We: The Psychology of Romantic Love and Personality Development10 a.m.–3 p.m.

Psychology 12

The Art and Science of Observational Astronomy11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.

Astronomy 12

Atul Gawande’s Being Mortal2:30–4:20 p.m.

Contemporary Issues 12

Nation-Building in North America: Canadian Confederation and the American Civil War1–3 p.m.

Free Forum 15

Mightier Than the Sword: Documentary Screening and Discussion1–3 p.m.

Free Forum 15

Registration for all courses opens Wednesday, April 19,10 a.m.

>> See instructor biographies on pages 16–17

Daytime courses for adults 55+ Courses and events for all adults

LEGEND

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MONDAYSCanada has produced a surprising number of artists who have reached a worldwide audience through their undeniable talents and individuality. Although some of these superstars live abroad, they retain their Canadian roots and sensibilities.

We will learn about, and listen to, seven of the best: poet and singer Leonard Cohen, whose lyrics went beyond the banalities of popular music; operatic soprano Teresa Stratas, whose challenging temperament limited her opportunities to showcase her rich voice and appealing stage presence; singer-pianist Diana Krall and pianist Oscar Peterson, jazz artists equal to the U.S. greats; pop star k.d. lang, whose musical curiosity has blossomed in various partnerships and musical genres; ballerina Lynn Seymour, whose Bohemian lifestyle ruffled the feathers of the classical ballet world; and classical pianist and broadcaster Glenn Gould, who made many definitive recordings of the classical repertoire.

Note: Back by popular demand, from spring 2017.

Canadian SuperstarsNeil Ritchie

6 Mon, May 8–Jun 19(no class May 22)9:30–11:20 a.m.PLUS140 | Room 1800$110

We have more information about music of the 20th century than that of any previous period. The invention of sound recording, film and computers has made possible the preservation of musical performances from countless nations, cultures and social classes. Indeed, the quantity and variety of music from the past century is staggering, and navigating through this terrain can be intimidating for many music lovers.

This course will highlight some of the techniques and styles of 20th-century music that have proven the most important and influential, including impressionism, expressionism, neoclassicism, neo-Romanticism and minimalism. In the course of our survey, we will sample the works of such major figures as Mahler, Debussy, Schoenberg, Bartók, Stravinsky and Hindemith.

Music in the 20th CenturyNicolas Krusek

6 Mon, May 8–Jun 19(no class May 22)11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.PLUS163 | Room 1700$110

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James Joyce’s Ulysses: Bloom’s Dublin (left); original door to 7 Eccles Street at the James Joyce Centre (right). Images courtesy National Library of Ireland

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TUESDAYS MAY–JULY 2017

Reading Ulysses is a very special experience. The novel, by James Joyce (1882–1941), is one of the greatest works of English literature, but it’s also known as a book that people start and soon put down in frustration. Through this in-class reading, with commentary, you’ll have an opportunity not just to make it to the last page but to fully understand and appreciate Ulysses, grasping Joyce’s virtuosity and the poignancy of the humanity he expresses. You will come away from the course being able to say, “I have read Ulysses.”

This extraordinary course unfolds over two terms, in four parts. You can take all four parts or choose fewer. In a single part you will become intimately familiar with a large portion of the novel, which will lead to a better understanding of Ulysses in its entirety.

Note: Back by popular demand, from fall 2012.

James Joyce’s Ulysses: Reading and Commentary (Part 3 of 4)Joe Ronsley

6 Tue, May 9–Jun 1311:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.PLUS165 | Room 1425$110

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Reading Ulysses is a very special experience. The novel, by James Joyce (1882–1941), is one of the greatest works of English literature, but it’s also known as a book that people start and soon put down in frustration. Through this in-class reading, with commentary, you’ll have an opportunity not just to make it to the last page but to fully understand and appreciate Ulysses, grasping Joyce’s virtuosity and the poignancy of the humanity he expresses. You will come away from the course being able to say, “I have read Ulysses.”

This extraordinary course unfolds over two terms, in four parts. You can take all four parts or choose fewer. In a single part you will become intimately familiar with a large portion of the novel, which will lead to a better understanding of Ulysses in its entirety.

Note: Back by popular demand, from fall 2012.

James Joyce’s Ulysses: Reading and Commentary (Part 4 of 4) Joe Ronsley

6 Tue, Jun 20–Jul 2511:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.PLUS177 | Room 1425$110

The latest research on aging well confirms that drawing, no matter what your skill level or at what age you start, can lead to cognitive resilience and strengthening of social cognition. We will explore how you can build drawing into your life as a valuable, affordable and portable daily exercise for brain plasticity. We’ll also, using drawing as a springboard, engage in a parallel discussion of the what’s, why’s and how’s of aging well.

We will use non-traditional drawing techniques in a social context, as well as traditional drawing from still life, from a model and from memory. Along the way, we’ll do exercises that focus on drawing as a playful, collaborative and creative social activity, and we’ll explore the role of imagination and memory in creativity, both individually and in groups.

Note: Involves active participation and group discussion. Drawing materials will be provided.

Drawing for Brain Health Rob Wilson

6 Tue, May 9–Jun 139:30–11:20 a.m.PLUS164 | Room 2510$110

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The Second World War is often viewed through the lens of perpetrator and victim. What is there beyond this conventional paradigm? What common experiences did major social groups of Europeans face? How were these ordinary people capable—or not—of shaping their own lives? How much autonomy and independence did they maintain, and what methods were available to them to participate in, resist or simply observe one of the most destructive episodes in recent human history?

We will analyze different kinds of participants in the conflict in Europe, devoting each week to one specific group. Together we will seek a better understanding of how each group was distinct, but also how the groups overlapped.

Note: This course begins on May 16.

The Second World War in Europe: The Human ActorsSebastian Huebel

6 Tue, May 16–Jun 27 (no class June 6)1:30–3:20 p.m.PLUS166 | Room 1700$110

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Brexit, Donald Trump, Marine Le Pen, Geert Wilders, Rodrigo Duterte—is everything alt-right now? In 2000 Will Kymlicka remarked that an upsurge in minority rights claims was coupled with a passion for “democratic citizenship.” Whatever side of the contest you stood on, universal rights and universal citizenship were the prize. Today the contest is very different. Global nationalism has a populist war cry to “take back” the state from perceived “others,” who include science and public policy experts, migrants, Muslims and the “liberal establishment.”

We will explore the idea of citizenship—at the heart of Plato’s Republic—in the wider context of civic, religious, gender, ethnocultural and ideological identity. Does the citizen, the most “dynamic social figure in modern history,” have a future in a world dominated by the nationalist and the fundamentalist?

Note: This course begins on May 16.

Who Are We? Populism, Religion and CitizenshipAmyn B. Sajoo

6 Tue, May 16–Jun 205:30–7:20 p.m.LIB123 | Room 2270$169 ($110 for adults 55+)

You know it’s time to get those stories down but you need a kick-start, a focus. Guided Autobiography can help you recall, write about and share meaningful memories. Originally developed as a method to enhance life review, Guided Autobiography leaves you with five short legacy stories and, invariably, insights into who you are and why.

Each week we’ll explore a common theme, such as family, health and work. Between classes you’ll write roughly two pages about your experience of the theme, then share aloud with your small group in the next session. You’ll share only what is comfortable to share. Stimulating activities and questions will spark your creativity, enhance your self-awareness and trigger your memories. We will ponder, laugh and provide mutual support when needed. We will learn about writing, but the focus is on our experience.

Note: Back by popular demand, from spring 2017. Involves group discussion.

Story Catching: Learning from Life Wendy Bancroft

6 Tue, May 9–Jun 131:30–3:20 p.m.PLUS142 | Room 1530$110

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WEDNESDAYS

Brain health is being reinvented. New studies show that we can stimulate our brains by learning through the arts. Participating in challenging art activities promotes mental well-being in many different ways.

To keep the mind sharp and improve thinking and memory, we will take a cross-training approach to exercising the brain. We will explore a new art form each week, including improv and theatre, music and singing, dance and movement, writing, and visual arts. We will discuss the arts’ role in our lives and the benefits the arts bring. By discovering and trying new art forms, we’ll learn valuable techniques to improve mental wellness and cognitive skills.

Note: Involves active participation.

Create a custom legacy that will enrich your life and the lives of those around you. Digital storytelling is a form of narrative that uses simple digital media technology to create short movies. It has many benefits, for both the storyteller and the story viewer. This unique and powerful communication tool is both productive and reflexive in nature. You can use it to share life experience in exciting, enjoyable and meaningful ways.

Our digital storytelling workshops use browser-based software to support the creation of a personal story of lived history by older adults.

Note: Back by popular demand, from fall 2016. Students should be comfortable using computers and should bring a PC laptop to class. This course begins on May 3.

Using the Arts for Brain FitnessJanice Bannister

6 Wed, May 10–Jun 1411:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.PLUS167 | Room 2510$110

Sharing Your Legacy Through Digital StorytellingRobb Lucy

10 Wed, May 3–Jul 5 9:30-11:20 a.m. OR 1:30-3:20 p.m. PLUS131 | Room 2205$165

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The Second World War in Europe: The Human Actors: inspecting practice bombs (left); Canadian soldier in Normandy, 1944 (right). Images courtesy Wikimedia Commons

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WEDNESDAYSThe Romantic Revolution took place in the West in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Many of its proponents’ philosophical beliefs, art forms, political expectations and attitudes—about nature in the wild and our own human nature—still inform modern beliefs. Thus when we study Romanticism, we study ourselves.

Because Romanticism was expressed in all the humanities, it is best studied from an interdisciplinary perspective. We will approach the movement from the points of view of philosophy, music, poetry and art.

From Reason to Passion: The Romantic Movement in Word and MusicGraham Forst

6 Wed, May 10–Jun 1412:30–2:20 p.m.PLUS168 | Room 1800$110

55+

Wagner’s four-opera cycle has been hailed as one of the most important works of art created in the last 200 years. We will address the question of what makes The Ring so important by considering it from the standpoints of music, drama, theatre and philosophy.

By examining the operas in detail, we will shed light on their meaning and their effect on the broader world of art, creativity and religion. We will try to work our way through a maze of “interpretive” productions. And we’ll explore the huge range of musical and vocal approaches to Wagner’s complex, challenging score.

Richard Wagner and The Ring of the NibelungTom Durrie

6 Wed, May 10–Jun 142:30–4:20 p.m.PLUS169 | Room 1800$110

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From Reason to Passion: The Romantic Movement in Word and Music: The Death of Chatterton by Henry Wallis (left); Ludwig van Beethoven (right). Images courtesy Wikimedia Commons

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What are the political and ethical dimensions of incorporating non-human intelligences into our social and economic life? How have human societies already been influenced and transformed by machine technologies? What are the possible future consequences of our burgeoning use of machine or artificial intelligence (AI) and sentient robots?

We will begin with an overview of the current state of robotics and AIs in three areas of life: the military, caregiving for children and the elderly, and sex work. We will then dig deeper to engage with the moral, political and economic concerns raised by robotic and machine intelligences.

Robots and Machine IntelligencesLealle Ruhl

6 Thu, May 11–Jun 1510:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.PLUS170 | Room 1800$110

Medieval art grew as Christianity became the Roman Empire’s state religion and as artists sought to embody Christian ideals that opposed the old humanist values of the classical world. The solution they found—symbolic rather than naturalistic art—took shape as the Empire collapsed, entirely in the West and partially in the East. European art in the medieval world was divided between the Orthodox East and the Roman Catholic West, at first by the West’s relative poverty and vulnerability to barbarian invasions, but finally by the West’s partial return to pre-Christian classical humanism for inspiration.

We’ll survey the development and diffusion of the two main branches of medieval style, one patronized by the Roman Catholic Church in Western Europe, and the other by the Byzantine Empire throughout Eastern Europe.

Medieval European Art: The Legacy of Rome and ConstantinopleWilliam Ellis

6 Thu, May 11–Jun 1511:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.PLUS171 | Room 1425$110

THURSDAYS MAY–JULY 2017

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Medieval European Art: The Legacy of Rome and Constantinople: debate between Catholics and Oriental Christians in Acre, 1290 (left); fresco in the church of St. Sophia in Ohrid (right). Images courtesy Wikimedia Commons

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THURSDAYSWhat distinctive questions about political life dominated the 20th century? What contributions have been made to social and political thought by writers and intellectuals in the past century? We will explore the trajectory of contemporary social and political thought by introducing five authors who have shaped, and continue to shape, our intellectual landscape.

We’ll begin with a brief exploration of two figures who straddle the 19th and 20th centuries: Sigmund Freud and Friedrich Nietzsche. The provocative themes they raise presage some of the key preoccupations of the century to come: the nature of knowledge, especially self-knowledge, and the meaning of morality. We will also consider Hannah Arendt, Michel Foucault, John Rawls, Will Kymlicka and Judith Butler as representative 20th-century writers. Note: Back by popular demand, from summer 2014.

20th-Century Western Political Thought Lealle Ruhl

6 Thu, May 11–Jun 1512:30–2:20 p.m.PLUS172 | Room 1800$110

Canada came of age in 1967. That year regional theatres across the country commissioned Canadian authors to write plays for the country’s Centennial. The most famous of these—Michel Tremblay’s Les Belles-Soeurs, John Herbert’s Fortune and Men’s Eyes and George Ryga’s The Ecstasy of Rita Joe—took as their subjects marginalized Canadian populations. Over the last 50 years, the relationship between “insiders” and “outsiders” is one that Canadian playwrights have continued to examine.

Two of the many questions we will explore in this course are “What does it mean to be Canadian?” and “Why are women playwrights chronically under-produced?” We will sample a broad range of plays from our lifetimes, focusing on western Canadian writers and stories.

Note: See website for details of readings.

Canada Seen Through Our Playwrights: 1967–2017Annie Smith

6 Thu, May 11–Jun 152:30–4:20 p.m.PLUS173 | Room 1800$110

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The themes of utopianism and crime resonated deeply with British society in the years between world wars and, later, at the dawn of the Cold War. Writers Aldous Huxley and Graham Greene both used these themes to tap into societal and political concerns in this war-torn period.

We will begin by analyzing Huxley’s classic 1932 dystopia Brave New World, looking at utopias from Plato to Wells and at interwar communism and capitalism. Next we’ll read Greene’s 1936 thriller A Gun for Sale, written as the Second World War loomed. We will finish with two novellas that Greene wrote as Cold War film treatments: The Third Man (which became the movie classic) and No Man’s Land (never filmed). Elements of each author’s biography will enrich our analyses, as will examination of Shakespearean allusion and film noir.

Note: See website for details of readings.

Aldous Huxley and Graham Greene: Dystopia, Crime and War James Sexton

6 Thu, May 11–Jun 156:30–8:20 p.m.LIB124 | Room 1800$169 ($110 for adults 55+)

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FRIDAYSFibres, especially in the form of clothing and furnishings, are so much a part of our daily existence and surroundings that we rarely consider their source, or the imagination required to invent ways to process and employ them as tools, clothing and shelter. Even in early times, humans went well beyond simple utilitarianism to create incredible beauty in and with textiles.

We will consider the development of plant, animal, insect and synthetic fibres from prehistoric times to the present day. You will emerge with a new appreciation for the clothes on your back and for the ways in which fibres are entwined through our lives.

From Grass to Glass: A History of FibresJean Kares

6 Fri, May 12–Jun 169:30–11:20 a.m.PLUS174 | Room 1800$110

What grounds us and connects us to our true selves? How do we express identity when experiencing loss and discovery, suffering and joy, despair and hope, and places of dark and light? One way is through self-transcendence, the ability to look beyond oneself and rise above problems, as conceptualized by Viktor Frankl. Contemporary thinking on the subject also includes Lars Tornstam’s theory of gerotranscendence, linked with positive aging.

We will explore self-transcendence further within the open-ended possibilities and self-fulfilling realm of the creative spirit, reflecting on the work of spiritually minded poets such as Rumi, Tagore and Christina Rossetti, with echoes of the words of Buddha and Jesus. We will share the uniqueness of our hearts and souls through memoir writing and creative projects that nurture the spirit.

Note: Involves active participation and group discussion.

Identity, Self and CreativityHeather Duff

6 Fri, May 12–Jun 1610:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.PLUS175 | Room 2235$110

Britain’s Victorian era was a time of fervent faith in a glorious future. But it was also a time of profound anxiety and deep foreboding over the pace and scale of social, economic, political and cultural changes wrought by industrial modernization. These contradictory qualities are fascinating to contemplate today.

We will assess changes in Victorian society, examining how similar phenomena could generate both optimism and fear, often in the same individuals. How did Victorians reconcile their conflicting attitudes to fashion a coherent world view? Are there lessons to be learned for our own transformative times? We will examine these issues by focusing on technological change, evolving gender identities and cultural values, along with Victorians’ views of their 19th-century world.

Morality, Empire and Industry in Victorian BritainDavid J. Gossen

6 Fri, May 12–Jun 1611:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.PLUS176 | Room 1800$110

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SATURDAYSWhat are the landmarks along the road of mature loving? What makes each of us capable of something deeper and more enduring than the culturally narrow notions of romance, courtship and marriage? How does romantic love contribute to development of Jung’s notion of personality or personhood?

In this course we will use a Jungian lens to examine the essence and meaning of romantic love within the context of personality development. We’ll look beyond the conventional restrictions concerning personality and the masculinity-femininity polarity, and their biological and cultural assignments, to more deeply explore what it means to be a mature and fully developed man or woman capable of participating in and contributing to mature, enduring, loving relationships.

Observational astronomy is an art and a science, and this course offers you an introduction and in-depth look at both. Taking a sequential path of learning, we will start with how the sky moves. Eventually we will learn how to find the most challenging deep-sky objects through the ancient art of star-hopping, which does away with the need for modern GPS-driven telescopes.

Along the way, you will share planning aids that took hundreds of hours to create. You will acquire all the tools you need to plan and conduct observation sessions using either a telescope or binoculars. By the end of the course, you’ll be able to star-hop to galaxies, star clusters, supernova remnants—even objects formed shortly after the Big Bang 14 billion years ago.

Thanks to the advances of modern medicine, we can now treat and manage injuries, diseases and conditions that were once debilitating and deadly. But when it comes to the inescapable realities of aging and death, what medicine can do often runs counter to what it should do.

In his bestselling 2014 book Being Mortal, surgeon Atul Gawande reveals the impact of modern medicine. Valuing safety above all, nursing homes battle with residents over the food they’re allowed to eat and the choices they’re allowed to make. Uncomfortable discussing patients’ anxiety about death, doctors fall back on false hopes and treatments that actually shorten lives instead of improving them. This course explores how, in the face of mortality, the courage to seek truths and confront fears becomes essential to living.

Note: See website for details of readings. This class starts May 6.

He, She, We: The Psychology of Romantic Love and Personality DevelopmentPohsuan Zaide

3 Sat, May 27–Jun 1010 a.m.–3 p.m.(includes 1 hour for lunch)LIB125 | Room 1425$169 ($110 for adults 55+)

The Art and Science of Observational AstronomyRobert Conrad

6 Sat, May 13–Jun 24(no class May 20)11:30 a.m.–1:20 p.m.LIB126 | Room 1800$169 ($110 for adults 55+)

Atul Gawande’s Being Mortal Dan Levitt

6 Sat, May 6–Jun 17(no class May 20)2:30–4:20 p.m.LIB127 | Room 1800$169 ($110 for adults 55+)

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Liberal Arts and 55+ Program

SPAIN STUDY TOURMay 14–June 2, 2018In collaboration with SFU’s Graduate Liberal Studies Program

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Al-Andalus 711-1492: A Medieval Attempt at Toleration of DifferenceFrom Cordoba and Granada, we’ll explore the blending of Muslim, Christian and Jewish cultures that characterized Andalusia. We’ll examine how Greek learning was transmitted

from Baghdad to Cordoba, and then throughout western Europe. We will also assess how successful Muslim rule in Andalusia was in creating a society of toleration.

Registration is not yet open. Further details of this study tour will follow.

Segal Centre, SFU Vancouver 515 West Hastings StreetVancouver, British Columbia

26th John K. Friesen & 20th British Columbia Psychogeriatric Association Conference

Promoting mental health in later life: mobilizing knowledge into practice

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End of Life MattersEducation, Dialogue and Community ResourcesSFU Harbour Centre | November 4, 2017

Death comes to us all and is a natural part of life. Opening conversations about death can ease fears, help with practicalities and deepen appreciation for life.

End of Life Matters will include engaging talks and discussions, and an end-of-life resource fair. At this free all-day event, you can explore your questions—from the practical to the spiritual—and develop your personal understanding of dying and its meaning for living.

More details will be available in our fall brochure and at sfu.ca/liberal-arts

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GREECE STUDY TOUR 2018In collaboration with SFU’s Stavros Niarchos Foundation Centre for Hellenic Studies

Immerse yourself in the culture, history and beauty of the Mediterranean

www.sfu.ca/snfchs | www.sfu.ca/liberal-arts

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FREEFORUMS

In the turbulent 1860s, as the American Civil War raged to the south, leaders of what was then known as British North America grew nervous that if the Union won the war, the United States might once again turn its gaze north, toward the colony’s lightly defended western territories. In this lecture we will examine the role that fear of American expansion into Canada’s western provinces played in the move toward Confederation, 150 years old this year. We will also look at how the 1867 agreement that created confederated Canada was shaped by what the Dominion’s founders, including Prime Minister John A. Macdonald, saw as flaws in the U.S. Constitution that enabled the South to secede from the Union.

Nation-Building in North America: Canadian Confederation and the American Civil WarMichael Bourne

Sat, Jun 241–3 p.m.Room 1900Free

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Since the fall of the Taliban, Afghan women have entered the media as reporters, directors, writers and producers. Misogyny still prevails in Afghanistan, but all forms of media have given women the means to influence public affairs by disseminating information about women’s social, economic and political realities and by challenging conservative ways of thinking.

Mightier Than the Sword is a documentary about Afghan female journalists and filmmakers and their impact on gender equality. The film shows the West that, despite criticism of Canadian involvement in Afghanistan since 9/11, and deep regret over lives lost, the sacrifice has resulted in positive change. The steps towards a more equitable society may be small, but they are in the right direction.

Baby boomers are aging and contemplating end-of-life matters in a different landscape from even a generation ago. Dying is prolonged. Medicine and technology keep us alive much longer. Families are scattered. Religious and cultural traditions are waning. Faced with these changes, boomers are deciding to do it “their way.”

So how do boomers want to do death and dying? Will they reinvent how we die? From alternative medicine to death doulas, from home funerals to green burials, we will explore ways in which death will never be the same again.

Mightier Than the Sword: Documentary Screening and DiscussionRoberta Staley

Sat, Jun 171–3 p.m.Room 1900Free

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Spirituality, Individualism and “Doing It My Way”: How Boomers Are Reinventing Death and DyingMegory Anderson

Thu, Jul 136–8:30 p.m.Room 1900Free

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Megory Anderson, PhD, is director of the Sacred Dying Foundation. She is a theologian and author, internationally known for her writing and work in the field of death and dying.>> See page 15

Wendy Bancroft, MA, is a writer, researcher, filmmaker and award-winning TV journalist who has worked with two national research organizations. She is a certified Guided Autobiography instructor. >> See page 6

Janice Bannister is a comedy instructor, writer and producer. She has a background as a psychiatric nurse and teaches Laughter Wellness programs.>> See page 7

Michael Bourne writes about literature and culture for the Globe and Mail, the New York Times, the Economist and Poets & Writers magazine. He teaches at UBC and SFU Continuing Studies. >> See page 15

Robert Conrad, a consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers, has 20 years’ experience designing courses and facilitating learning. He shares his passion, observational astronomy, online and in face-to-face courses.>> See page 12

Heather Duff, M.Div., MFA, is a PhD candidate at UBC. She is an artistic director in theatre, and has published and produced poetry, prose and plays.>> See page 11

Tom Durrie, M.Mus., has directed operas, plays and musical comedy. He helped found Vancouver Opera in Schools and managed the Pacific Baroque Orchestra.>> See page 8

William Ellis, PhD, taught humanities at Vanier College. At Sichuan University, he taught Western intellectual history, art history, European literature and Canadian studies.>> See page 9

YOUR INSTRUCTORSGraham Forst, PhD, taught English and philosophy at Capilano University. He teaches regularly in SFU’s Liberal Arts and 55+ Program.>> See page 8

David J. Gossen, PhD, practised law for a decade before going to graduate school. He has taught history at UBC and has published several essays on war. >> See page 11

Sebastian Huebel, PhD candidate in UBC’s Department of History, specializes in modern German history. He has taught at Thompson Rivers University.>> See page 6

Jean Kares, MFA, is an independent scholar, textile specialist, artist and writer. She holds a BA in studio art from Western Washington University and an MFA in art history (with a focus on China) from UBC.>> See page 11

Nicolas Krusek is a musician, conductor and speaker on music. He has performed with and directed orchestras throughout B.C. and central Europe.>> See page 4

Dan Levitt, M.Sc., CHE, is executive director of Tabor Village and adjunct professor in gerontology at SFU. He is also an international speaker, seniors care leader and health care consultant. >> See page 12

Robb Lucy is a producer, speaker and former journalist with CBC, and the author of How Will You Be Remembered? A Guide for Creating and Enjoying Your Legacies Now.>> See page 7

Neil Ritchie, a former CBC Radio producer, has been sharing his love of music with SFU Continuing Studies students since 1998.>> See page 4

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Joe Ronsley, PhD, a professor emeritus in McGill University’s Department of English, is a specialist in 20th-century Irish and English literatures.>> See page 5

Lealle Ruhl, PhD, has a degree in social and political thought from York University. Her interests include international relations, political theory, social philosophy, legal theory and criticism, and feminist theory.>> See pages 9 and 10

Amyn B. Sajoo, PhD, served with Canada’s justice and foreign affairs departments, and currently lectures in global politics and history at SFU.>> See page 6

James Sexton, PhD, was a senior instructor at Camosun College. He has taught English literature at universities in Canada, the U.S. and France.>> See page 10

Annie Smith, PhD, is a theatre director and instructor with an interest in Canadian theatre and performance, especially works by women and Indigenous writers.>> See page 10

Roberta Staley, who is completing an MA at SFU, is an award-winning magazine writer and editor. Her documentary, Mightier Than the Sword, was filmed in Afghanistan.>> See page 15

Rob Wilson, MBA, MFA, is a PhD researcher in UBC’s Interdisciplinary Studies Graduate Program, studying at UBC and SFU. He has been a practising artist for 20 years.>> See page 5

Pohsuan Zaide, PhD, is an instructor and psychotherapist who brings the visionary work of Jung into public arenas such as education, environmental activism and peace work.>> See page 12

PHILOSOPHERS’ CAFÉSFU’s Philosophers’ Café is your chance to discuss philosophical issues with members of your community. Join the conversation throughout Metro Vancouver.

All cafés are FREE. Everyone is welcome! www.philosopherscafe.net

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>> Comprises students who meet regularly to provide guidance and knowledge to program staff.

>> Provides a way for students to share program information with other students.

>> Helps to promote the 55+ Program in the community.

>> Welcomes returning and new students during the first week of classes at SFU’s Vancouver campus (Harbour Centre).

ADULTS 55+ ADVISORYCOUNCIL

LIBERAL ARTS CERTIFICATEFOR 55+ (NON-CREDIT)

To learn more, please call 778-782-5212

Visit us online sfu.ca/liberal-arts/certificate

Join the many students who have found that the certificate adds a new dimension to their learning experience.

NOTE: If you wish to have a course count toward the Liberal Arts Certificate, you’ll pay a $20 administration fee for the marking of your essay. For example, if you’re taking two courses but wish to write an essay for only one, add $20 payment for that course only.

Take your learning to the next level!SFU awards the Liberal Arts Certificate for 55+ (Non-Credit) to individuals who complete a minimum of 128 contact hours. For example, most non-credit courses in the Liberal Arts and 55+ Program are six weeks long, and meet once a week in two-hour sessions; this would result in 12 contact hours that you can apply toward the 128 contact hours needed for the certificate.

There are no grades or examinations. Instead, you are required to complete a short, typed (double-spaced) essay of four to six pages (1,000–1,500 words) for each course.

Your essay should not be an overview of what the course covered, but rather a thoughtful and personal response to either or both of the following questions:

1. How did the course contribute to your appreciation and knowledge of the subject?

2. In what way did the course change your thinking?

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Annie Watson Student BursaryThe Annie Watson Student Bursary provides support for people who cannot otherwise participate in the 55+ Program by covering a significant portion of their course registration fees. The family of the late Annie Watson, a student in the program, helped establish the bursary in 2011.

Please call 778-782-5212 for further details.

SUPPORT THE 55+ PROGRAM

Choose either fund: •The 55+ Program Endowment Fund ensures that our program continues to thrive by supporting program operations.

•The Annie Watson Student Bursary provides support for adults 55+ who cannot otherwise participate in the program.

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Your gift to the 55+ Program will help maintain the outstanding quality of our courses and events, and will ensure that they remain affordable and accessible to all members of our community.

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55+ ProgramContinuing StudiesSimon Fraser University2300–515 West Hastings StreetVancouver, B.C. V6B 5K3

We’ll mail you a tax receipt for donations over $10.

Together with your valuable donations, the 55+ Program is supported through a generous bequest from former director of the program Alan Aberbach, whose legacy gift means that SFU can promote learning for people of all ages for many years to come.

Scent-Free Classrooms | Please note: SFU supports a scent-free learning environment.

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In person Visit the Registrar and Information Services desk in the main concourse of SFU Harbour Centre.

Courses can fill quickly. We advise having substitute choices in mind when you register.

Payment We require payment for all courses and programs when you register. We accept payment by cheque, credit card (Visa or MasterCard) or wire transfer. Please make your cheque payable to Simon Fraser University. Once we receive your registration and payment, we’ll send your confirmation and receipt by email.

NOTE: From January 1, 2017, SFU will no longer accept cash payments for tuition fees.

Liberal Arts Certificate for 55+ (Non-Credit)If you wish to have a course count toward the Liberal Arts Certificate (see page 18), you’ll need to pay a $20 administration fee for the marking of the essay you’ll be writing. (For example, if you’re taking two courses but wish to write an essay for only one, add $20 payment for that course only.)

Tax Receipt If your SFU tuition fees exceed $100 in one calendar year, they may qualify as a tax credit. The payment receipt that we’ll email you after you register is your official tax receipt. To determine whether your tuition fees qualify, consult the Canada Revenue Agency guidelines.

Course Cancellation and Instructor Substitution We reserve the right to cancel courses or substitute instructors without liability. If we do cancel a course, we will make every effort to give adequate notice.

Continuing Studies Non-Credit Cancellation/Refund Policy • We issue refunds in the original method of payment and to the original payee only. Include your payment receipt when you request a refund.

• Send your written refund request to us at [email protected] at least five business days before the course start date. All refunds are subject to a 20 per cent administrative charge per course, to a maximum of $50 per course. The same applies to a request to transfer.

• If you submit a request less than five business days before the course start date, you will not receive a refund. It is also too late to request to transfer.

• If SFU Continuing Studies cancels a course you have registered and paid for, you will receive a full refund.

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Front cover (clockwise from top): The Milky Way over Death Valley, California;

Byzantine fresco of Joshua from Hosios Loukas; The Fighting Temeraire, J.M.W. Turner;

herringbone fabric texture; Oscar Peterson (Tom Marcello, Flickr);

women’s photojournalism course in Afghanistan(ResoluteSupportMedia, Flickr);

Fathers of Confederation, Robert Harris

Back cover (clockwise from top): Big Ben during the Second World War; Mary Wollstonecraft;

Claude Debussy and Igor Stravinsky

Images courtesy Wikimedia Commons and Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

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FREE FORUMS Nation-Building in North America:Canadian Confederation and the American Civil War

Mightier Than the Sword:Documentary Screening and Discussion

Spirituality, Individualism and “Doing It My Way”: How Boomers Are Reinventing Death and Dying

>> See page 15