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It's time to submit course proposals for 2019!
Are you or anyone you know interested in leading a class at OLLI at UConn?  

We're always looking for inspiring individuals to teach at OLLI. Experience with teaching and group facilitation is preferred, but not required. We will offer information and coaching to first-time presenters. Topics may include art appreciation, current events, computers, alternative health, literature and writing, performance arts, music appreciation, to name a few.

We invite you to submit course proposals for the Winter and Spring 2019 semesters. You can propose courses to meet on any day of the week, Monday through Friday, including during the early evening time frame. Proposal forms are available on our website:  http://olli.uconn.edu/course-proposal-form/ . If you prefer, print the form and mail to Jenna Ryan, 99 East Main Street, Waterbury, CT 06702.

The submission deadline is Friday, October 19th, 2018 for Winter proposals and  Friday, November 16th, 2018 for Spring proposals.
Upcoming Event: Toto Kisaku Talk
Thursday, October 4th
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Rooms 113-116 (MPR)

Toto Kisaku, the award-winning Congolese playwright, actor, director, and producer will host a workshop on the importance of bringing the community together and understanding one another.

RSVP : osher@uconn.edu | 203-236-9924 | Online
Lunch & Learn! What's Up Next @ OLLI Cafe?
Last week, we explored the "Over a Wyoming Campfire: Beginnings of National Park Services" with Hamish Lutris.

This week , Friday, October 5th, 2018 at 12:15pm - 1:30 pm, Rooms 113-119 . attend "Ancient America's History: Fifty Archaeological Sites to See for Yourself" presented by Professor Kenneth Feder. Professor Feder will explore America’s ancient past - a history spanning 13,000 years that is more diverse and more technologically and artistically sophisticated than most people appreciate. Dr. Feder has visited all 50 archaeological sites highlighted in his latest book, Ancient America: Fifty Archaeological Sites to See For Yourself. Professor Feder will share the wonders of America’s first peoples, among them cliff dwellers, mound builders, and rock artists. His primary research interests include the archaeology of the native peoples of New England and the analysis of public perceptions about the human past. He is the author of several books. On the topic of human antiquity, one producer described him as being “a beacon of sanity in a sea of madness,” which, in Feder’s words, “is a very scary thought.” 

All OLLI members with up-to-date, current memberships
are welcome to attend OLLI Cafe presentations.
Fall 2018 Food Drive: Volunteer Opportunity
OLLI at UConn is partnering with the UConn Waterbury Associated Student Government to run a Fall food drive to benefit Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries.

How can I get involved?
1) Drop off non-perishable food donations to the UConn Waterbury campus from October 15th through November 14th. Look for boxes in the main lobby and in the first floor hallway!

2) VOLUNTEER on November 20th (any time between 7:00am - 3:00pm) at the Greater Waterbury Interfaith Ministries Soup Kitchen! Meet at UConn Waterbury, and shuttles will be provided to the soup kitchen (located at 770 East Main St. in Waterbury). To sign up to volunteer, please call or email Ali Degirolamo at 203-641-2919 / alexandra.degirolamo@uconn.edu.
Upcoming UConn Event: Gaza Girls
Gaza Girls with Monique Jacques on Tuesday, October 9, 2018
@ 12:30 - 1:30 pm, WREC 203 (Rectory building)
OLLI members welcome!

Monique Jaques is an American photojournalist based in Istanbul, Turkey. She holds a BFA degree from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. Her work focuses on the representation of women through documentary photography and video. Her multi-award-winning approach to journalism reframes prevailing narratives and examines modern-day issues misrepresented in the media. Five years ago Monique traveled to Gaza to cover an eight-day war between Israel defense forces and Hamas. Since then, she has returned several times, driven, she says, “to document the strength, creativity and vibrancy of Palestinian girls and young women. I am awed and haunted by their tremendous resilience, even in the face of unimaginable adversity. I also see so much similarity between these teenaged girls and the teenaged girl I once was, despite our different circumstances.” Her major body of work ‘Gaza Girls: Growing up in the Gaza Strip” challenges mainstream notions of this complicated place and explores issues of identity and religion. Monique will speak about her experiences in preparing this book, accompanying her talk with her many vibrant photographs.
Upcoming Event: Carmen Talk
Carmen Talk with Nunzio De Filippis on Thursday, October 18, 2018 @ 2:30 - 4:00 pm, Room 113-116

Nunzio DeFilippis , presenter of opera classes at OLLI, will be giving us background on Carmen , Bizet's masterpiece of the gypsy seductress who lives by her own rules. This talk is in conjunction with the upcoming OLLI trip to see Carmen at the Metropolitan Opera House in NYC on Saturday, November 3rd.

This talk will be of great interest to anyone taking the trip to see Carmen on Nov. 3rd, but is open to any OLLI members, and their guests, who are interested in opera.

RSVP: osher@uconn.edu | Call 203-236-9924
Upcoming Film Club Event: Cabaret
Cabaret with OLLI Film Club
on Wednesday, October 31, 2018
@ 12:00 pm, Rooms 113-116 (main building)

The purpose of the Film Club is to encourage lively discussions about the films shown. There will be activities both before and after each showing to aid in these discussions. The members of the Film Club committee will present information about the writer, actors and background to each film. At the end of the film, we will suggest questions for discussion for audience participation.

We invite all OLLI members to attend. All you need to have is a bag lunch, beverage and active participation in discussion. No RSVP required.
Giving Matters: Volunteer Spotlight
Today's Volunteer Spotlight:
Ira Morrison is a new OLLI member, and is already contributing his time and energy to OLLI. Ira is a communications expert by profession, and he's offered valuable advice on our publications. Ira also volunteered to handle all the refreshments at our "Poets of the Piano" event last Sunday.

Thank you, Ira!
Meet Your Leadership Council Members
Mila Limson, OLLI Vice President
The Leadership Council appoints an OLLI Vice-President every two years. As our current VP, Mila attends our monthly Leadership Council meetings, leading them when the President isn't available. She also works with the OLLI President and Director to address member issues and priorities, and represents OLLI in the community.

If you have any questions or ideas for Mila, she can be contacted at: j oemila2000@yahoo.com .
Nominating Committee
Are you interested in becoming more involved in the internal organization of OLLI?

The OLLI Nominating Committee encourages members to serve as part of the Leadership Council, and recommends officers and members-at-large to the Leadership Council every spring. Two positions on the OLLI Leadership Council will be open in 2019. These positions include:

1.President
2.Vice President

If you are interested in serving on the Council, or would like to recommend another OLLI members, please contact the Committee Co-chairs, Merle Arcovio : merleka@optonline.net and Ned Conlan : econlan0718@frontier.com . In your email, please include "OLLI" in the subject line. Please send nominations (self-nominations, too!) by email by October 31st.
Upcoming: AARP Smart Driver Session
OLLI at UConn hosts the AARP 4-hour Smart Drivers Course - the oldest and most successful program for older drivers to help refresh driving skills a nd learn a few new tips. The new Smart Drivers Course is revised, modernized and updated with new participant guidebooks and accompanying videos.  The cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members.   Payment by check (to AARP) at the start of the course. State law mandates a minimum discount of 5% on your liability insurance for 2 years for drivers 60 and over who take the course. OLLI membership not required to register! EVERY PARTICIPANT MUST PAY FOR THIS COURSE. Registering with OLLI is only an RSVP.  Call 203-236-9924 to sign up, o r  click here .

UPCOMING SESSION: Thursday, October 11th, 2018, 9:00 am - 1:30 pm

Parking for AARP: If you have a UConn parkng decal, please park in your approved Tuesday/Thursday area (Scovill St. parking garage) as usual. If you do not have a UConn parking decal, parking is available at the Scovill St. garage (across the street) and the Wellmore Behavioral Health lot (next door) for reasonable hourly rates. Be aware that you risk being ticketed if you park in UConn's attached garage.
Help us capture the brilliance of lifelong learning!
We have thousands of wonderful photos of OLLI over the years, and this year, we'll be making them accessible to you in a new, easy-to-navigate format. As the new academic year gets underway, please help us add to the memories by taking photos of your favorite OLLI moments (and people!) and sending them to osher@uconn.edu!
Course Updates
  • PR-421 Dante's Inferno: To Hell and Back with Doug Welsh will now be held in Room 224 (on the second floor) for the rest of the semester.
  • There will be a make-up class for LW-475 African American Poets with Deirdre Wright on Friday, November 16th at 1:45 pm - 3:45 pm in Room 203.
OLLI Reminders
  • Where/when is my class? Remember to double-check your course dates, times, and room assignments before you arrive to campus! Our online course catalog has the most up-to-date information. Any unforeseen, last-minute changes will be listed on our Room Assignments chart in the main lobby or on the bulletin board outside the OLLI Office (Room 103). Thank you!

  • "Sitting in" on OLLI Classes: With the semester beginning this week, please remember that you are not permitted to sit in on an OLLI class if you are not officially registered for the class. There are three main reasons why this is not permitted: 1) Classrooms on campus have strict capacity limits (even if a classroom looks like it can fit more students, there are rules related to fire hazards and other university safety standards). 2) Most presenters have a preferred class size (again, even if a classroom looks like it can fit more students, the presenter might not feel comfortable teaching a large group that exceeds their size preference). 3) It is simply unfair for a person who has not paid for a class to sit alongside students who have paid to be in the class. Even if a presenter has told you that it is okay for you to sit in, please refrain from doing so. Thank you for your cooperation.

  • Participating in an OLLI Club or Committee: Please be reminded that you are not permitted to be part of an OLLI Club or Committee unless you have a valid, up-to-date membership.

  • Classroom space: OLLI Staff and Instructors thank you for being mindful of the other classes using the classroom. Please leave in a timely manner in order to give each incoming instructor ample time and space to set up for his/her class.

  • Is it too late to sign up for classes? A handful of OLLI classes don't begin until October, so there is still time to sign up! If you'd like a Fall 2018 course catalog mailed to you, call 203-236-9924 or email osher@uconn.edu.

  • Civility: OLLI is proud to offer courses that cover diverse and challenging subjects. Discussion of ideas is a core part of learning. Please remember that respect, and a civil exchange of views, are key to understanding each other.

  • Consideration for others: As always, please be considerate of your fellow students in the classroom, especially with regard to leaving and entering the classroom quietly, and also to those who may be allergic or sensitive to strong perfumes, fabric softeners, etc.

2018 Voices & Visions: Now Available!
Pick up your copy today!
OLLI's Voices & Visions publication is fresh off the printer! This year's literary review features an array of creative expressions from our very own OLLI members, from poems and short stories to paintings and photographs. We thank each and every individual who made a contribution to this publication. Voices & Visions epitomizes the creative brilliance of our adult learning community.

Find copies at our new literature rack in the main lobby or outside the OLLI Office Monday-Friday year-round.
OLLI at UConn Library Privileges
  OLLI MEMBERS QUALIFY FOR LIBRARY PRIVILEGES
AS FEE-EXEMPT “COMMUNITY BORROWERS”

PICK UP A LIBRARY CARD APPLICATION FORM AT THE
OLLI INFO TABLES OR BY VISITING THE LIBRARY

OLLI members are encouraged to apply for UConn Libraries’ privileges as Community Borrowers. Please provide a valid Driver’s License or ID showing Connecticut residency.

Community Borrowers may: 
  • Borrow books from any UConn library for 30 days with renewals 
  • Borrow DVDs/VHS tapes from any UConn library for a 7-day loan (no renewals)
  • Borrow AV and/or print material (on reserve) as needed for your courses
  • Request items that are available at UConn campus libraries
  • Visit the library homepage at www.lib.uconn.edu to explore the many resources available to you.

On October 5th at 2:00pm, the library will be holding an information session for all OLLI members in Room 317. If you're interested, sign up here!
Parking Information
OLLI members with University-issued parking decals may park in the following locations on the following days:
  • Fridays, any time: UConn's attached ramp garage (entrance on North Elm St.) or Scovill Street Garage (33 Scovill Street)
  • Monday - Thursday, morning - 5:00pm: Scovill Street Garage
  • Monday - Thursday, 5:00pm or later: UConn's attached ramp garage or Scovill Street Garage

Click here to obtain a parking decal hang-tag and for other information including permit prices: https://park.uconn.edu/olli-parking-information/

HAVEN'T RECEIVED YOUR PERMIT YET? Permits are not mailed out until Parking Services receives payment. Call Parking Services directly (860-486-4930) to check on your payment status.

Please note: UConn offers permits at a significant discount to OLLI members. The reason OLLI members may not park in the attached garage before 5:00pm Monday through Thursday is due to the significant number of UConn undergraduate classes on these days. The University has a responsibility to ensure there are parking spaces available for UConn students attending classes, both in the attached garage and in the Scovill Street garage.  We appreciate this is not always ideal for OLLI members attending day-time classes Monday through Thursday, but we do the best we can to accommodate members within the responsibilities and requirements of the University.
If you'd like something featured in the OLLI Weekly What's Happening  email, please contact us via call (203-236-9924) or email (osher@uconn.edu).
If you know someone who deserves a shout-out / volunteer spotlight mention, please let us know!
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