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    EXPLORING THE WORLD  

GREAT DECISIONS

Great decisions topics are determined each year by the Foreign Policy Association, a national organization devoted to the study of current world wide events and their social, economic, and political effect on our society. In the past, they have been able to select many relevant subjects well in advance of their becoming important influences on our lives. Great Decisions provides experts in many fields from our local universities and colleges to guide discussion and help generate further study in these areas. Briefing books are available for the course and provide a quick review of the topics in advance of the lecture. To order a copy ($18), call 215-887-1720. Books will be distributed at in-person registration night or at the first program.

 

NORTON BINDER – Coordinator

2/25 - Special Envoys in Diplomacy – Mark Ratkus, Ph.D.; Professor of Economics,
LaSalle University
PLEASE NOTE – This program runs from 8:00 to 9:30 p.m.

3/4 – AKenya and R2P – The Role of the UN and Intervention – JRichard Mshomba, Ph.D.;
Professor of Economics, LaSalle University

3/11 – Global Crime – Sheldon Seligson, Esq.; Attorney; Lecturer, Penn State University and
Arcadia University

3/18 – US/China Security Relations – Maria Toyoda, Ph.D.; Associate Professor of Political
Science, Villanova University

 

3/25 – Global Financial Crisis – Joseph Dellapenna, Ph.D.; Professor of Law, Villanova
University School of Law

 

4/8 – Russia and Its Neighbors – Barbara Allen, Ph.D.; Assistant Professor of History,
LaSalle University

 

4/15 – The Persian Gulf Update – Thomas Ricks, Ph.D.; Lecturer, Department of History,
University of Pennsylvania

 

4/22 –  Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution – Stephen Gale, Ph.D.; Director, Center for
Organizational Dynamics, University of Pennsylvania

210-$60

BACKYARD ASTRONOMY AND THE HISTORY OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM

With the return of warmer nights, weather permitting, we will help you find your way
among the planets, stars, and constellations of the spring sky. Whether just looking up,
scanning with binoculars, or using our own telescopes, we will help you explore and
enjoy the wonders waiting right over your head. For the indoor portion of this class, we will
take you on a hands-on tour of the origins of our solar system using our extensive collection
of meteorites. These messengers from space have helped explain the formation of comets,
asteroids, and planets and even the possible beginnings of life on Earth and beyond.

ROBERT AND LISA SUMMERFIELD - Co-Directors, “Astronomy to Go”

200 - $60

EVOLUTION AND GENETICS FOR BEGINNERS

Almost every day there is a story on television or in the newspapers concerning evolution
or genetics. These two foundations of modern biology remain controversial to
the public. They are based on the theories of two men, Charles Darwin and Gregor
Mendel. Darwin observed nature and Mendel studied peas. Darwin's book, On the Origin of
the Species, was published in 1859 and Mendel's paper, Experiments on the Hybridization of
Plants, was published in an obscure journal in 1866. You will learn what they actually wrote
that revolutionized biology forever. The first class will be on evolution, the second on genetics
and the third on human evolution. No background in science is needed.

W. THOMAS LONDON, M.D. – Senior Member, Fox Chase Cancer Center; Vice President,
Hepatitis B Foundation; President, Cheltenham Township Adult School

201 -$42

HOW WE KNOW STUFF: STATISTICS FOR BEGINNERS

If you are in a room full of people, what is the likelihood that two have the same birthday?
What is meant by having 50% fewer cavities? What are the implications when
stocks are down ten points? When Mendel analyzed how traits were inherited in
peas, what made him think his interpretation was right? This course is intended for people with no prior knowledge of statistics.

SAMUEL LITWIN, Ph.D. – Biostatistician, Fox Chase Cancer Center

202 - $24

THE MIND OF THE MURDERER
Explore the psychodynamics of serial killers, mass murderers, rapist murderers, child
killers and others who take lives. Discussion will also include competency to stand
trial, criminal responsibility, insanity and diminished capacity.
ROBERT L. SADOFF, M.D. – Clinical Professor, Psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania
 

221-$23

STOP! LOOK! LISTEN! SPRING HIKES IN THE DELAWARE VALLEY

Join Cliff for a series of hikes in three unique Delaware Valley habitats. On these hikes we'll
take the time to Stop! Look! And Listen! for birds, butterflies, flora, and fauna as well as for
other signs of nature. Bring binoculars, field guides, water and/or snacks. Good hiking shoes
are helpful, but sneakers are acceptable.
NOTE: The hikes will last approximately three hours and will involve three to five miles of
walking, with some hills. Rain dates will be the Sundays of each hiking weekend. Directions
will be furnished prior to each hike.

CLIFF HENCE – Past President, Wyncote Audubon Society

D215 - $21 The first hike will be at Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust near Bryn
Saturday, 4/3 Athyn. This area is located along the Pennypack Creek and is part of a
9 a.m. to noon multi-year project to bring back old-growth hardwood trees and native
grasses.
D216 - $21 The second hike takes place at the Fort Washington State Park, near
Saturday, 4/24 Ambler, PA. We will visit the park's butterfly garden and explore the Green
9 a.m. to noon Ribbon Trail along the scenic Wissahickon Creek..
D217 - $21 The third hike will be at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum near
Saturday, 5/22 the Philadelphia Airport. This refuge is well known for its Spring bird
9 a.m. to noon migration and unique habitats.

NAME THAT TREE

Did you ever wish you could tell an oak from a maple, a beech from a birch? Spend a
beautiful day at Morris Arboretum learning to identify twenty native trees by examining their
leaves, buds, flowers, fruits and bark. The well-landscaped grounds have an impressive
collection of trees and shrubs to enjoy. We will be offered an especially colorful treat since our class coincides with the peak magnolia season.

KENNETH LEROY – International Society of Arboriculture; Certified Arborist; Co-Owner,
Green Earth Enterprises, LLC

223 -$23

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