OLLI Courses
The following are instructor-led courses which meet on campus, arranged by date.

Arts, Culture & Language

Celebrating the Italian Renaissance
If your interests turn to history and art—or you would like to sample these interests—you are invited to join this course which will introduce the Italian Renaissance. Historians consider the Italian Renaissance a pivotal period which marks the beginning of modern western society. Creative energy in the arts and science, innovative thinking about the individual and human activity, and transformations in social behavior are attributes of the early Italian Renaissance (1350 – 1500). Guest speakers will guide us through highlights: for example, art historian Patricia Gamon will introduce breakthroughs in 15th century Italian art, and OLLI member Patricia Edie will help us understand the social world of Renaissance Florence. Use your imagination this fall to travel and learn about the fascinating early Renaissance period.
Instructor: Joanne Zitelli, PhD, Lecturer, M.A. Humanities External Degree Program
4 Tuesdays, September 21, 28; October 5, 12 • 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Extended Education building, EE - 1205
Fee: $20
NLLL 151 Section 1, Course No. 42710

A Taste of Opera
Join Rodger Hamrick, opera enthusiast and classical music expert in a three session mini course on opera. Meetings will include a brief overview of the history of opera. The main focus of the course will be on the 19th century and the Romantic period.
This course will emphasize three operas being performed by the LA Opera during the 2010 – 2011 opera season. The famous opera composers and their operas of this era include Gioachino Rossini’s Il Turco in Italia (The Turk in Italy), Giuseppe Verdi’s Rigoletto, and Richard Wagner’s Lohengrin.
Meetings include listening to excerpts from Rodger’s vast collection of opera masterpieces and discussing the joy of music.
Instructor: Rodger Hamrick, BA History; MBA
4 Wednesdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27 • 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Extended Education building, EE - 1209
Fee: $20
NLLL 152 Section 2, Course No. 42740

A Note on the Meaning of Philosophy
Are you interested in sharpening your critical thinking skills? Join Professor Hagan as he explains what is meant by the term “philosophy”? Professor Hagan will talk about the many uses of the word “philosophy as well as clear up the wide confusion over the difference between philosophy and religion. As a result of this presentation, participants will be able to use the word “philosophy” precisely and recognize instances when the term is used incorrectly.
Instructor: William M. Hagan, S.T.D., Emeritus Professor of Philosophy
1 Thursday, October 7 • 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Extended Education building, EE - 1209
Fee: $5
NLLL 153 Section 01, Course No. 42642

Introduction to Mandarin
An introduction to Mandarin, a spoken Chinese language used by more than a billion people around the world. Emphasis is placed upon correct pronunciation to build good foundation for listening and speaking skills. The basic rules of Chinese ‘character’ and sentence pattern will be covered. The class also aims to gain some understanding of the Chinese culture via language proficiency acquisition. Interactive activities will be conducted throughout the session. Some homework may be assigned.
At the end of the class, students will obtain enough working vocabulary to be able to carry a simple conversation in Mandarin.
Instructor: Teresa C. Yu, MA, Journalism, MLS, Library Science, Mandarin
Instructor, OLLI member
6 Tuesdays, October 12, 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16 • 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Extended Education building, EE - 1209
Fee: $30
NLLL 154 Section 01, Course No. 42643

Anasazi of Mesa Verde: Social Political and Religious
Aspects of Anasazi settlement in Southeastern Utah
About 1,400 years ago, a group of Indians living in the Four Corners region of the southwest chose Mesa Verde for their home. For over 700 years their descendants lived and flourished here, eventually building elaborate stone cities in the sheltered recesses of the canyon walls. Then in the late 1200’s, within the span of one or two generations, they abandoned their homes and moved away. We call these people the Anasazi, from a Navajo word meaning
“the ancient ones.”
In this course Mr. Cutrone will introduce the Anasazi and discuss ancestral settlement patterns and social, political and religious aspects related to their sacred landscape. Recent discoveries from fieldwork at the Nancy Patterson site accomplished in summer 2010 with CSUDH anthropology students will be discussed.
Daniel Cutrone, adjunct lecturer at CSUDH, has been the principal investigator at the Nancy Patterson Archeological Site in Blanding Utah since 1994. He has devoted most of his adult life to investigations of the Anasazi in the Montezuma Canyon region of Mesa Verde. Trained as a
geologist and anthropological archaeologist, Cutrone has a broad background in university teaching. Through his research presented in professional conferences and scientific papers, Cutrone has introduced new sites and theories to Southwestern archaeology.
Instructor: Daniel Cutrone, MA, Anthropology with emphasis in South West Ethno Archeology, MS, Geology, adjunct lecturer at CSUDH
2 Wednesdays, October 20, 27 • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Extended Education building, EE-1209
Fee: $10
NLLL 252 Section 1, Course No. 42775

Asian Cultures and Civilizations
This course introduces the overview of the history of Asia and explores cultural, economic and political trends and climates of East Asian and Southeast Asian countries. The focuses are 1) traditions and histories, 2) artistic, religious, and philosophical trends and values, 3) Western impact and modernization, and 4) recent developments.
Instructor: Yayoi Kato, PhD, Political Science, University of Southern California
4 Wednesdays, November 17, 24; December 1, 8 • 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Extended Education building, EE - 1205
Fee: $20
NLLL 155 Section 02, Course No. 42645

Business & Finance

Personal Finance and Retirement
This course is for retired or soon to be retired individuals who want to learn more about personal finance, retirement planning and wealth preservation. Students participating in this six week course will receive course materials and discussion on a wide variety of topics, not limited to, how to read stock tables, “what are” and “how to” select appropriate equity and fixed income investments, required minimum distributions and different annuity types. We
will discuss inflation protection, tax shelters, “green investing” and the impact current events have on individual wealth. Participants will receive a notebook with course materials at 1st meeting.
Instructor: Philip Gironda, Financial Advisor
7 Thursdays, October 7, 14, 21, 28; November 4, 18; December 2 • 3:30pm-5:30pm
Extended Education building, EE - 1205
Fee: $30
NLLL 255 Section 01, Course No. 42738

Lifestyle

Gentle Jazz: Introduction to Dance
Have you ever dreamed of being a dancer? Well it’s not too late! Whether you danced in the past or you have two left feet, this is the perfect class for you! Students in this class will learn how to warm up the body and execute beginning jazz dance steps in a relaxed and friendly environment. The class starts with stretching and warm-up exercises and ends with the reviewing of the basic dance steps. This class is fun and provides exercise. Dancers should be in overall good physical condition in order to safely enjoy the class.
Athletic attire should be worn, as well as socks and/or dance shoes (jazz or ballet shoes are acceptable).
Do you want to see if this class is right for you? Join Allison for the first class at no charge. You may register before the second class if you decide to stay in the class.
Instructor: Allison Faoro, Dance Instructor
9 Fridays, September 24; Oct.1, 8, 15, 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19 • 10:30-11:45
Dance Studio, GYM A102
(Note: The university gymnasium is located directly behind the library.)
Fee: $30
NLLL 152, Section 01, Course No. 42641

Introduction to Angling: A Fishing Course
This class is an opportunity for you to learn or refresh your knowledge of the art of fishing techniques. You will learn the following from the instructor and guest speakers: how to tie a fly; knot tying; fish identification; differences between fresh and salt water fishing; casting; fishing ethics. There will be 3 class meetings and 1 field trip to a local fishing site.
Instructor: Reginald Fagan, Master Angler and Environmental Educator
4 Wednesdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27 • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Extended Education building, EE -
Fee: $20
NLLL 352 Section 02, Course No. 42777

Introduction to Gardening
Have you wanted to turn your yard and or balcony into your own little paradise? Join Reginald Fagan, OLLI member and community gardener, to learn how to create a visually pleasing garden. Participants will also learn from hands-on projects, expert guest speakers and local field trips on a variety of gardening topics.
Some of the topics to be covered include:

• The Soil Food Web/Creating Fertile Soil
• Composting & Vermicomposting
• High-yield Garden Designs/small space gardens/raised planters/ container gardens/ computerized garden design software
• Starting seedlings/propagation/companion planting/crop rotation
• Introduction to vegetables, fruits and herbs varieties
• Cultivation: Annuals/Perennials/Roses/Lawns/Shrubs
• Tree: planting/pruning/grafting
• Native plants: low-maintenance/drought resistant/ backyard habitat for
wildlife
• Beneficial Insects/pest management/disease management
• Various Irrigation Methods: Rainwater Harvesting
• A Backyard Greenhouse/Hydroponics

Instructor: Reginald Fagan, Community Gardening Specialist and Environmental Educator
6 Wednesdays, November 10, 17, 24; December 1, 8, 15 • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Extended Education building, EE - 1209
Fee: $30
NLLL 352 Section 01, Course No. 42648

Social Sciences

The Effects of Worldview Paradigms on U.S. Political Dynamics
What are the splits and arguments occurring within the two major political parties, and how are these splits shaped by worldview paradigms? How might midterm elections be affected by the “Tea Party” on the right, and those on the left who think President Obama’s policies always compromise too much with the right (e.g., the removal of “universal coverage” from the health care bill)?
Dr. Annie Wilson of the Political Science Department will discuss these issues and more.
Instructor: Annie Wilson, PhD, Assistant Professor, CSUDH Political Science & Economics Department
1 Tuesday, October 5 • 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Extended Education building, EE-1213
NLLL 256 Section 03, Course No. 42741
This event is free and open to the public, OLLI members should register by
calling the registration office at 310.243.3741. Non OLLI members please
RSVP by calling 310.243.3208 or sending an email to olliassist@csudh.edu.

U.S. Foreign Policy and Its Impact on U.S. Elections.
In 2006 and 2008 elections, U.S. foreign policy towards Iraq played a significant role in helping Democrats won the majority of seats in Congress, and Barak Obama the White House. Will the current U.S. foreign policy towards Afghanistan and Iraq have a similar impact in this year’s primary elections U.S.? Will it help the Republican Party win back Congress just as it did for the Democrats in the two previous elections?
Instructor: Hamoud Salhi, PhD, Assistant Professor, CSUDH Political Science & Economics Department
1 Thursday, October 21• 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Extended Education building, EE-1213
NLLL 256 Section 01, Course No. 42646
This event is free and open to the public, OLLI members should register by
calling the registration office at 310.243.3741. Non OLLI members please
RSVP by calling 310.243.3208 or sending an email to olliassist@csudh.edu.

Ballot Initiatives for November Elections
CSUDH students from Dr. Annie Wilson’s State and Local Government class will present their perspectives on several of the November ballot initiatives. Attendees will be able to participate in dynamic, interactive discussions with the students, Dr. Wilson, and other OLLI members.
Instructor: Annie Wilson, PhD, Assistant Professor, CSUDH Political Science & Economics Department
1 Wednesday, October 27 • 4:00 pm – 5:15 pm
Extended Education building, EE-1213
NLLL 256 Section 04, Course No. 42742
This event is free and open to the public, OLLI members should register by
calling the registration office at 310.243.3741. Non OLLI members please
RSVP by calling 310.243.3208 or sending an email to olliassist@csudh.edu.

Engaging the Muslims: A Bad Idea? A Good Idea?
Concerned about America’s image abroad, President Barak Obama has taken several positive steps to mend ties with the Muslim world. But not all are pleased: some believe that Muslims hold a deep hatred towards the Western World, and thus cannot be trusted. The recent controversy over the building of a community center in New York by a Muslim group is a testimony to this fact. But are the Muslims a threat to the U.S.? Why? Why not?
Instructor: Hamoud Salhi, PhD, Assistant Professor, CSUDH Political Science & Economics Department
1 Thursday, November 4 • 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Extended Education building, EE-1213
NLLL 256 Section 02, Course No. 42647
This event is free and open to the public, OLLI members should register by
calling the registration office at 310.243.3741. Non OLLI members please
RSVP by calling 310.243.3208 or sending an email to olliassist@csudh.edu.