NEWSLETTER April, 2017

MICHIGAN MEDICINE

Big Hearts for Seniors presents

UN ivtJl$1TY OF MlCHICAN

fl NEW COL,OR The Art of Being Edythe Boone

A Rim about the power of art to create chanqe

Thursday, May 25th @ the Michigan Theater

Rob Reinhart - Event Emcee Deb Polich and Russ Collins - Honorary Chairs Entertainment provided by the Chenille Sisters

Big Hearts event May 25 -See page 8 -----

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN

Also inside ... Annual meeting and election ................. 3 2016 Sustainability Honor Roll. ........ .4-5 In Memoriam .................. ......................... l3

M GERIATRICS CENTER

UNIVUIITT OP MICHIGAN HI!.ALTHITBTIM

Regents of the University of

Michigan

Michael J. Behm

Mark Bernstein

Laurence B. Deitch

Shauna Ryder Diggs

Denise Ilitch

Andrea Fischer Newman

Andrew C. Richner

Katherine E. White

Mark Schlissel, ex officio

NEWSLETTER OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN

Turner Senior Resource Center Suite C, Room 1163

2401 Plymouth Road Ann Arbor, MI 48105-2193

STAFF

DIRECrOR, Lisa Barton AnMTh'lSTRATIVE AssiST ANI', Julie Haines

Office hours Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone: (734) 998-9351 Email: olli.info@umich.edu

Web site: www.olli-umich.org

APRIL, 2017

PHOTOGRAPHS

0NUNE SOURCES: FRONT COVER, PP. 7, 9, 10, 11 FRAN WEINSTEIN, P. 12

MARION MARzoLF, P. 13 JULIE HAINES, p. 13

The University of Michigan, as an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The University of Michigan is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, creed,- national-origin or ancestry,·age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or Vietnam­era veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to the Senior Director for Institutional Equity and Title IX/ Section 504 Coordinator, Office of Institutional Equity, 2072 Administrative Services Building, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1432. (734) 763-0235. TTY (734) 647-1388.

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OLLI Annual Meeting and Election: May 11,

2017 The Annual Meeting of the Osher

Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Michigan, including the election of officers and Board of Directors, will be held at the RAVE Theater on Thursday, May 11 at 9: 15 a.m. The agenda will include comments from executive officers, a brief update on OLLI's annual financial report, and highlights of upcoming spring and summer offerings. All OLLI members are invited. Please join us -refreshments will be served and are complimentary!

The election is based on the slate of candidates at the right. Candidates will be presented by 0 LLI 's N aminating Committee.

After the Annual Meeting, our last Thursday Morning Themed Lecture will begin at 10:00. The speaker for Thursday, May 11 is Vincent L. Hutchings with a presentation entitled "The Color of Our Skin and the the Content of Our Politics: Exploring the Effects of Skin Tone on Policy Preferences Among African Americans."

Please come early for the 9:15-9:45 a.m. annual meeting and consider staying for the lecture. Support your OLLI organization by participating in this Annual Meeting.

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Candidates, Officers and Board Election

2017-2018

Board of Directors- Officers and Members

Up for Election

PRESIDENT

Craig Ramsay VICE PRESIDENT

Bill Furtwangler -

LECTURES COMMIITEE

Twila Deigert OLLI OUT OF TOWN

COMMIITEE

RuthPrimas SociAL INTERACTION CoMMIITEE

Lynn Boyer

AT-LARGE MEMBERS OF THE

BoARD Peyton Bland

Arnetta Burroughs Kay Hodges

Carol Maccini Sharon Quiroz

-Board Positions Continuing

In Current Terms:

TREASURER

John Dorcey SECRETARY

AI Gourdji STIJDY GROUPS COMMIITEE

Stu Simon

AT-LARGE MEMBERS

Mildred Deneke Gerry Gardner Leo Shedden Marie Vitale

PAST PRESIDENT

Bill Roberts

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF

SociAL WoRK AND CoMMUNITY

PROGRAMS. UMHS

Darlene Racz

ScHooL OF SociAL WoRK

ACADEMIC ADVISOR

Ruth Dunkle

2016 Honor Roll of Donors Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

at the University of Michigan

We thank all donors to this 2016 OLLI Fund for Sustainability for their willingness to help close the gap between OLLI revenues and expenses. Continual support of this annual fund will help assure ongoing growth in

programming and reasonable fees. Donors of gifts of $1 00+ received from January 1 through December 31,2016 are in this Honor Roll.

Gwen Adler Peggy Clough Bill and Ann Rolf Amsler Lynda Collins Furtwangler

Beverly and Richard Bagozzi

Bernie Banet Karen Bantel and Steve

Geiringer Jeffrey and Laurie

Barnett Lisa and Michael Barton Jann and John Bayer! Fran Beckley Gene and Kay Berrodin Drs. Laurie and

Marshall Blondy Margaret Bowland Jerry Breuer and Diane

Cupps Audrey and Jerry

Bricker Arno and Patricia

Buhrer Bill Burnham and

Marcia Major

Jan Calle

Barbara Comai Dan and Muriel

Converse Howard Cooper Diane Cottrell Linda Coughenour Mac and Nita Cox Mary and Sterling

Crandall Carol L. Cross

Chris Dahl and Ruth Rowse

Wayne and Julie DeLoria

Mildred Denecke Janine A. Doherty John Dorcey Ruth E. Dunkle Barbara Dunn Don and Kathy

Duquette

Tom Easthope and Donna Winkelman

Richard and Linda Galant

Gerald T. Gardner Robert and Jane Gelman Renate Gerulaitis Sid Gilman Elizabeth and Karl

Glenn Anita and Albert

Goldstein Judith and Alfred

Gourdji Daniel and Norma

Green Elliott Greenberg Linda Grekin Susan and Barry Gross Sondra Gunn

Clifford and Alice Hart Jon D. Har tman Marge Higley Gail French Hubbard Arlene Huff

Susan and Oliver-- - - Morgan and Sally'-'--'--'"'" -'---'-"----'--'-'--'-:---"----' Edwards Diane Imredy Cameron

Ruth Campbell Margaret Ann Carter Dan Chapman and

Karen Clary Beverly and Morton

Chethik

Inta J. Ertel Jerry and Sue Janusz

Scott and Janet Fogler Geraldine and John

Frank Leon and Marcia

Friedman

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Professor Judy M. Judd

Yale and Joan Kamisar Janet and John Knapp Dr. Melvyn and Mrs.

Linda Korobkin

John Kotre Leah A. Potere Sharon Jean Sprague

Gerald Lapidus Mary and Richard Price Nancy and Jim Stanley

Maureen and Leon Stein Irene Lamanen Hugo and Sharon Quiroz Anne E. Lawrence Ann and Tony Tai Carol H. Leitch Darlene Racz Michael and Ellen Sue Leong Patricia and Richard Taylor Jean Leverich and James Redman Bette M. Thompson

Pyke Robert Reed Ann Tomlanovich Erwin Lezberg Drs. Leonard and Michael and Susan Barbara and Michael Virginia Rezmierski Tranquilla

Lott Paula Rich

Bruce Loughry Marlin and Dorothy Henry Van Dyke Ristenbatt Marie Vitale and

Tindy and James Bill Roberts Carolyn Siebers MacBain Jane A. Romatowski, Lanni Vitale and Royce

Louis and Carol Maccini Ed.D. Williams Ed and Cathy Marcus Joy Rome

Carolyn and Jack Martha Mayo and Irwin Hazel Rood Goldstein Sherry Root and Roger Wallace

Linda McCrea Craig Sherry Warden

Lois McWherter Esther R Rubin Fran and Jack Weinstein

Tim Mervak and Sheila Nancy W. Rugani Joan B. Wells

Marcus Paul E. Wenger and

Bette Micheal Joan McGowan Schmerl Katarina T. Borer

Richard Miller David and Jane Schmidt Lawrence and Mary

Stephen Modell Keith Scott Wise

John and Dorothy David Seaman and Max and Mary

Moreno Helen Zylman Wisgerhof

Eliana Moya-Raggio Harriet Selin Dominic K.H. Wong

Claire and Michael JoAnne and Bob Shaw Wenli Zhang and

Murray Shirley Shea Marguerite Shearer Ron Frisch

JoAnn Neher Cliff and Ingrid Sheldon *denoted matching gift

Barbara Nevins-Soong Judith and Ivan Sherick and H. Kaz Soong Sheila Sikkenga

Total gifts Glenina and Michael Lillian M. Simms Nolte Ronnie and Stu Simon from individuals

V. Elaine Nutt Frances and Scott

Paul and Maryclare Simonds

Eleanor Singer $27,65o.so Olson Kathleen Singer Jerry and Marilyn Otten Brooks and Nancy

Karen Pancost Sitterley Please see page 6 Fred E. Patterson Radley and Sandra for Legacy and Randall and Janet Smith

In Memory and Peacock Irene Sidor Smith

Evelyn J. Piehl JoAnn R. Socha In Honor of gifts. 5

I vv lvf emory <9f or I vv tf onov <9f G l{t¥ OLLI so appreciates the gifts given to our program In Honor of and In Memory of someone special.

In Memory of Steven Blondy

Marshall and Laurie Blondy

In Memory of Norm Mciver

Fran and J ack Weinstein

In Memory of Bill Leverich Jean Leverich

In Memory of Eric Warden Sondra Gunn

In Memory of Wilfred Kincaid

Dorothy and John Moreno Mara Palty

In Honor of John and Arlene Shy

Edith Croake

In Honor of Fran Weinstein,

Ginny Rezmierski, and Bill Roberts Miriam Shaw

Fundraising at OLLI OLLI at U ofM is in its seventh year of raising funds to help assure long­term sustainability. We know that the most successful OLLis are those whose members invest in their OLLI programs through volunteering and their financial support. We are so grateful to our volunteers and to our members whose financia l commitment prov ides for the cont inued success of our programs. John Dorcey, OLLI Board Treasurer, has shared that member contributions have helped fund an increased staff, an upgraded computer system, and higher quality programs and pub lications.

Future contributions to OLLI 's Sustainability Fund will support OLLI operating expenses, technology upgrades, and enhanced program offerings whi le minimizing fee increases. OLLI at U of M is also planning more member-to-member activities before and after OLLI programs, reaching out to newer members, and responding to the anticipated growth of our membership. We will hold our OLLI Donor

_Ihank._You eventin...October o£2017 - stay tuned for details!

Consider a Legacy Ciift for OLLI OLLI is grateful to members who consider a legacy gift as a meaningful way to support OLLI into the future. The two most common legacy gifts are bequests and charitable remainder trusts. Please feel free to contact OLLI Director L isa Barton at libarton@um ich.edu or 734-761-2540 with questions or for further information on legacy giving opportunities.

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Marb your calendars for OLLI's Fall Kicb OH!

The OLLI Kick Off Planning Committee, led by board president Bill Roberts, is already hard at work planning our Fall 20 17 Kick Off. The keynote address will be given by Dr. Mika La Vaque-Manity.

Originally from Finland, Dr. La Vaque­Manity received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Southern California and his Ph.D. in Philosophy from the University of Michigan. He is currently the Director of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics at the University of Michigan as well as a Professor of Political Science since 2001.

Dr. La Vaque-Manity's research interests include modem (seventeenth-century forward) and contemporary political theory. He was trained as a philosopher rather than a political scientist, allowing him to combine the tools of analytic political philosophy, textual interpretation, and atten­tion to historical and sociological details.

Dr. LaVaque-Manity is the author of Playing the Fields of

Eton: Equality and Excellence in Modern Meritocracy, which is newly published by the University of Michigan Press. He has also previously written a book entitled Arguments and Fists: Political Action and Justification in Liberal Theory.

In his free time, Dr. La Vaque-Manity enjoys outdoor activities like running and adventure racing. He also enjoys hiking, cooking, photography, endurance sports, and CrossFit.

We look forward to welcoming Dr.

La Vaque-Manity. After his talk, please join OLLI staff and volunteers for light refreshments and socialization. There will be opportunities to register for Fall 2017 lectures, classes, events, and day trips and to learn more about volunteering for OLLI.

The kick offtakes place from 1 0 a.m. to noon on Thursday, September 7, 2017 and will be held at the Morris J. Lawrence building on the Washtenaw Community College campus in Ann Arbor. Please see page 8 - 9 for directions.

For more information: https://ol/i-umich.org/special_events.html 7

OLLI Summer Lecture Series

Thursday,June 29 Thursday, july 13 Thursday, j uly 27

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series ::c: the ott Thu:~re series Sumrne L ge, You can att:Y lecture

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OLLI does not take the summer offi Do you think you know Ann Arbor? Think again! Please join us for a three-lecture series on the changing landscape of our very own town of Ann Arbor as we explore "Where We Were, Where We Are, and Where We Might Be" in the areas of medical care, our neighborhoods, and entertainment.

The lectures will be held in the Washtenaw Community College performance auditorium in the Morris Townsley building on June 29th, July 13th, and July 27th at 10:00 am. Come for some summer knowledge and fun!

Directions to wee Towsley Auditorium Traveling North on US-23: - Take Exit 37A (Washtenaw Ave) toward Ypsilanti. -At the first light, turn LEFT onto HOGBACK RD. (If you tum right, you' ll be on Carpenter Rd.) -At the first stop light, turn RJGHT onto CLARK RD. -Tum LEFT at the light on HURON RIVER DR. (If you turn right, you' ll be on Golfside Dr.) - Tum LEFT into the first driveway on your left. You are now on the WCC Campus. - The Morris Lawrence Building has a circular drive you can use to drop off passengers. There are two lots nearby which can be used for parking.

Traveling South on US-23: - Take US-23 SOUTH to the GEDDES RD Exit (Exit 39) -Turn LEFT onto GEDDES RD. and go back over the highway. - At the traffic circle, take the£Irst exit onto GEDDES RD. -After about a mile, DIXBORO merges into HURON RIVER DR. - Follow HURON RIVER DR. about 1 mile. Along the way, you will pass most of the Washtenaw Community College Campus on your right and St. Joseph Hospital on your left. -After about a mile, HURON RIVER DR. starts to make a large curve to the right. Tum right into the wee entrance which is located midway through this curve. There is an "Emergency" sign directly across from this on the left. (lfyou go to the light, you' ve gone too far.)

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Washtenaw Community College Map Morris Lawrence Building: 4800 E. Huron River Dr., Ann Arbor

2017 Big Hearts for Seniors Event f1 New Color

The Art of Being Edythe Boone

fJ film about the power of art to create chan9e Musical Guests Chenille Sisters

£mcee Rob Reinhart J..lonorary Chairs Deb Polich and Russ Collins

We are excited to announce that the annual Big Hearts for Seniors fundraiser will be held Thursday, May 25, 2017 at the Michigan Theater. This year 's Big Hearts event focuses on the power of art to create community across generations. The film, A New Color: The Art of Being Edythe Boone, follows Edy Boone's lifelong work as a muralist and teacher using community-led art to advocate social and racial equality.

Rob Reinhart, host and producer of the nationally syndicated radio

show Acoutic Cafe, returns as the event's master of ceremonies. He is joined onstage by Honorary Chairs Debra Polich, Executive Director/ CEO of The Arts Alliance & Artrain, and Russ Collins,

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Executive Director of the Michigan & State Theaters. Deb and Russ will moderate a Q & A with the film 's subject and producer who will join us via Skype.

We are pleased to welcome back local superstars the Chenille Sisters who wi ll perform live before the film at 6:30pm.

Join us for an evening exploring the power of art. Big Hearts for Seniors benefits the five University of Michigan sen ior health programs: Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels, Housing Bureau for Seniors, Osher Lifelong Learn ing Institute, Silver Club, and Turner Senior Wellness Program.

WHEN: Thursday, May 25, 2017 5:30- 6:15p.m. V.l.P.

Reception (Emcee remarks at 6:00p.m.)

6:15p.m. Doors open for general admission

6:30 p.m. Chenille Sisters perform

7:00 p.m. Film followed by a Q&A with Edythe and film director Mo Morris via Skype

WHERE: Michigan Theater 603 E. Liberty Street, Ann Arbor

The Chenille Sisters

COST: General admission seats are $15 VIP tickets are $50, and include an hors d'oeuvres reception provided by Atria Park of Ann Arbor, a free drink ticket (soda, beer or wine), and meet & greet with Emcee Rob Reinhart and Honorary Chairs Deb Polich and Russ Collins. Tickets are available at the door (general admission only) or online at www.med.umich.edu/ geriatrics/BHS.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Julie Haines 734-998-9351 or hainesj@umich.edu.

For more info or tickets: http://www.med.umich.edu/geriatrics/BHS/ II

Fun at OLLI's First Open House! Washtenaw Community College Morris Lawrence Building was the

site of the frrst annual OLLI Open House on January 9, 2017. We had a wonderful turnout offolks wanting to see the new venue for our 2017-2018 lecture season (OLLI begins hosting the Summer Lecture Series at WCC in June) and check out the offerings of the Winter Spring study groups. We had over 170 people come out and enjoy both the delicious morning spread and the time to visit with other OLLI members. We hope you will consider joining us next year!

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IN ME:MORIA:M Kingsbury Marzolf was born in Chicago in 1929 to creative and artistic parents who imbued King with a love of theatre and performance. On January 4, 2017 he died peacefully at the home he designed, constructed, and loved. After serving in the U.S. Air Force from 1952-55 he attended U ofM, earning his BA and MA from the U of M College of Architecture and Design. Kingsbury was a Professor of Architecture at the U ofM from 1965-2000, specializing in

architectural history. For many years he taught at the U of M's International Study Program in Florence, Italy. As a professor, King was an engaging lecturer, supportive mentor, and tireless architectural tour guide. In

retirement, Kingsbury continued learning and teaching through Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) where he was a study group leader for a number of years. With Marion Tuttle, his wife of 64 years, and countless friends, he shared a lifetime of national and international travel, photography, and scholarship.

OLLI Picnic at Cobblestone Farm We' re delighted to announce ..... ---"" that the 2nd Annual OLLI Picnic will be held at Cobblestone Farm on June 28, 2017. The event will be from 12:00 to 2:30p.m. Members and guests, including grandchildren, wi ll be asked to bring their own lunch. Drinks and desserts

Photos from the 2016 OLLI Picnic.

will be provided by OLLI. For entertainment, the Leslie Science Center will present a Raptor demonstration (owl, falcon, kestrel) and try to answer any questions about Harry Potter 's and Ron Weasley 's owls. Watch for an E-vite in mid-May.

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OLLI Calendar Open Study Groups

April 4 I 18 What's So Great About Beethoven Anyway? 4 I 19 "Play" Matters 4121 Morning's at Seven Pre-Show Discussion 4125 What's Going on in Housing?

May 5 I 1 Decisions at End of Life 5 I 10 August: Osage County Theater Discussion 5115 Grace Without God 5123 Role of Science in Politics 5 I 30 Basics of Retirement Investing: Session 2

June 6 I 2 Mystery of Edwin Drood Pre-Show Discussion

August 8111 Group Facilitation Training 8 I 23 Anatomy of a Murder Theater Discussion

Lectures, After 5 and Out of Town Events

April 4 I 6 Mrican American Experience Lecture Series Starts

May 5 I 2 Exploring Armenian, Bangladeshi and Vietnamese Day Trip 5 I 9 Self-Medication by Animals Distinguished Lecture 5111 Annual OLLI Meeting 5125 BHS Event (see page 10- 11)

June 616 Mrican American History Day Trip 616 Local Theater Mter Five Event 6 I 13 Vanishing American Corporation Distinguished Lecture 6128 Annual OLLI Picnic 6 I 29 Summer Lecture Series Starts

For more information: https:/lolli-umich.orglol/i/index.phplmember/ctlg

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Be an OLLI Stud~ Ciroup Leader this Fall! One of the wonderful aspects

of OLLI is that there are many opportunities to take a leadership role, whether by serving on a committee or leading a study group. As our membership continues to grow, the OLLI Study Group Committee seeks diverse member volunteers who are interested in sharing their knowledge and interests with other members.

OLLI study groups don't have tests, homework, or grades; they simply focus on the joy of learning. A study group can be as short or as long as you want it to be-we've had instructors lead a single session and we've had instructors who've chosen to meet throughout the year! Some of our instructors have a background in education or teaching; others just enjoy facilitating learning and sharing enthusiasm for hobbies and interests. OLLI also welcomes collaborations with other university and community organizations.

OLLI members have expressed an interest in having more foreign language classes, poetry, art history/art appreciation, creative writing and memoirs, theater and acting, music history /theory/appreciation, acting, comparative religion, Buddhism, genealogy, natural wonders, geography, ecosystems, constitutional law, politics, computer literacy, and

fiction and non-fiction book discussions. We have study group leaders who successfully use TED talks and Great Courses and Teaching Company DVDs to facilitate lively and informed conversation on difficult topics. Please consider submitting a course proposal for one of these topics or for any topic that interests you-be as creative as you want! You can find the study group proposal form on our website in the top ribbon under Forms.

If you'd like to talk about course design or facilitating learning with older adults before submitting a course proposal, the OLLI Director, Lisa Barton, and the OLLI Study Group Committee are always available to help. Additionally, Stu Simon, the Study Group Committee Chair, leads a free OLLI Group Facilitation seminar for potential instructors. The next Group Facilitation seminar is offered on Friday, August 11, 2017 from 9:00a.m.- 12:00 p.m. at the Saline Senior Center. Registration is free, but please advise the office of your desire to attend (734-998-9351).

In addition to the pleasure of facilitating learning, OLLI study group leaders receive two complimentary study group registrations or one free lecture series within one year of service.

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