Stillwater Courses - Oklahoma State University

Intro to Fusing and Slumping Glass
Multi Arts Center 1001 S Duck Street
Fridays, 1–3 pm, June 5, 12, 19
Instructor: Claire Zevnik
Fusing glass is the process of layering glass then heating it in a kiln until the pieces
melt together. Slumping is the process of taking fused glass and re-firing it in a mold
to give the piece shape. In this workshop, you’ll learn about the types of glass that
can be fused, the basic principles of glass fusing and
slumping, and you’ll create various items from small
dishes to jewelry.
Claire Zevnik is a graduate of OSU – twice. She holds
a BS degree in Radio/TV/Film and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction. She creates fused glass jewelry,
blown glass pieces, and slumped objects that are sold
at shows and in galleries. She has been teaching classes, including glass fusing, at Multi Arts Center in
Stillwater for about 20 years. *$20 material fee,
limited class size.
OLLI Summer Art Classes
Acrylic Landscape Painting
Art on 6th, 2007 W 6th
Mondays, 10–Noon, June 1, 8, 15 Instructor: Tandi Memmott
Paint like the masters by learning how they used monochromatic underpainting as
a foundation for a finished painting. You’ll experiment with adding light layers or
glazes of color over the underpainting to create a beautiful
work of art. Bring several photographs from which to work.
Photographic references will also be available in the studio.
You’ll have enough time to complete one or possibly two
paintings.
Tandi Memmott has taught art in the public schools for 11
years. She is the owner of Art on 6th, a beautiful studio
where she teaches private lessons and hosts wine and canvas classes.*$20 material fee, limited class size.
Great Decisions
First United Methodist Church, 400 W 7th
Tuesdays, 10–Noon, June 2, 9, 16 Instructor: Dave Lewis
Dr. David Lewis hosts Great Decisions, America's largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model
involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the DVD (produced by the Foreign Policy Association)
and discussing the most critical global issues facing America today with the topic expert.
1. India -Fed up with corruption, dynastic policies and ineffective public services, Indian voters catapulted Narenda
Modi and his Bharatiya Janata Party to power in the country's 2014 elections. For voters, Modi embodied real change
and an India that wasn't stumbling, but running, to greatness.
2. Sectarianism in the Middle East—Dr. Manny Al-Harake—Many of the current conflicts in the Middle East have
been attributed to sectarianism, a politicization of ethnic and religious identity.
3. Syria’s Refugee Crisis -Syrians have for a century welcomed over a million refugees from
Armenia, Palestine, Iraq and other countries. Now, thanks to a multiyear civil war, they are on
track to become the source of the world’s largest refugee population in a matter of months.
*limited texts available $20 (same text as used in Spring 2015 course)
Alzheimer’s Association Workshop
First United Methodist Church, 400 W 7th
Tuesdays, 10–Noon, June 2, 9, 16 Instructor: Carla Skull
If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to
learn the facts. Early detection of disease gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in
clinical studies, and plan for the future. This interactive workshop by the Alzheimer’s Association
features video, lecture, and discussion on the symptoms, affects, causes, and treatment of Alzheimer’s and related dementias. You’ll also learn that you can adopt healthy lifestyle habits at
any age to help maintain or even potentially improve your health. These habits may also help
keep your brain healthy as you age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. Your instructor, Carla Skull will cover:
 Symptoms and effects of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia
 How Alzheimer’s affects the brain
 Causes and risk factors
 How to find out if it’s Alzheimer’s disease
 The benefits of early detection
 How to address a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s
disease
 Stages of the disease
 Treatment
 Hope for the future
 Ways the Alzheimer’s Association can help
Pivotal Moments in Music History
First United Methodist Church, 400 W 7th
Tuesdays, 10–Noon, June 2, 9, 16 Instructor: Belinda Bruner
Learn about the economic and political factors which led the church to relinquish its power
over music, and listen as the secularization of music leads to a world of modern art. Spend
quality time listening to and recognizing the changes in sounds and motifs, and a bit of time
examining visual art. We will also read and discuss three stories related to music, which will be provided, and we might learn to sing a couple of “dirty ditties” if the class so desires. This class should enhance
your concert going experience as you train your ear and learn to be a
more sophisticated listener. Belinda Bruner is a Visiting Assistant
Professor of English at OSU and teaches writing, the short story,
American poetry, and courses in music and cultural studies. A singer
and storyteller by avocation, grounding her ideas with the lives of real
people with a sprinkling of music and narrative.
Missions and Missionaries in Indian and Oklahoma Territory
First United Methodist Church, 400 W 7th
Tuesdays, 1–3 pm, June 2, 9, 16 Instructor: William Welge
Christian missions flourished in Indian Territory. Church leaders and politicians alike believed
conversion to Christianity to be the most effective way to solve the Indian question. Nine
prominent religious denominations established mission stations during the 19th century in
what would become the state of Oklahoma. Denominations included Baptists, Catholic, Congregational, Disciples of Christ, Episcopal, Mennonite, Methodist (South), Moravian, and Presbyterian (South). Over many years in the field, missionaries worked with Indians and nonIndians. We will focus on the work of these people and institutions between the years 1803
and 1907.
William D. Welge is the director of the American Indian Culture & Preservation Office. He has
also served as director of the Society’s Research Division. William has a BA in Journalism
from OU and a Master of Arts and History in Southwestern Studies from Central State University in Edmond. He is a member of the Academy of Certified Archivists and has authored 3
books.
Oklahoma Mesonet – Monitoring Weather in Cowboy Country
First United Methodist Church, 400 W 7th
Tuesdays, 1–3 pm, June 2, 9, 16, Instructor: Ron Elliott & the staff of the
Oklahoma Mesonet
*Optional bus trip to Mesonet available to all OLLI Members on June 23
The Oklahoma Mesonet is a world-class network of weather and soil monitoring stations. The
network was designed and implemented by scientists at the University of Oklahoma (OU) and
at Oklahoma State University (OSU). The Mesonet consists of 120 automated stations, with at
least one station in each of Oklahoma's 77 counties. At each site, the environment is measured by a set of instruments located on or near a 10-meter-tall tower. The measurements are
packaged into "observations" every 5 minutes, then the observations are transmitted to a central facility every 5 minutes, 24 hours per day year-round. The Oklahoma Climatological Survey (OCS) at OU receives the observations, verifies the quality of the data and provides the
data and a variety of derived products to the Mesonet’s many customers. It only takes 5 to 10
minutes from the time the measurements are acquired until they become available to the public. The Oklahoma Mesonet has earned its reputation as the “gold standard” among automated
weather monitoring networks.
Ron EllioƩ
Chris Fiebrich
Cindy LuƩrell
Gary McManus
June 2: We will take a look back at the 20-year history of the network with Dr. Ron Elliott,
founding Steering Committee member and retired OSU professor and department head. Then
we’ll learn about the instruments used and the network configuration from Dr. Chris Fiebrich,
Mesonet Manager and Associate Director of the Oklahoma Climatological Survey.
June 9: Learn about two of the Mesonet’s exciting outreach programs, both led by OSU Biosystems & Agricultural Engineering faculty. Dr. J. D. Carlson will describe OK-FIRE, a unique
decision-support system for wildland fire managers, and Al Sutherland will review Mesonet’s
array of value-added products for the agricultural community.
June 16: Cindy Luttrell, Mesonet Operations and Quality Assurance Manager, will describe
the flow of data through the network and the processes used to insure that Mesonet data are
of the highest quality. Gary McManus, State Climatologist, will discuss Oklahoma’s climate
and provide an overview of the recent drought and its impacts.
June 23: A field trip! After a comfortable bus ride to the National Weather Center in Norman,
we’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at the Oklahoma Mesonet’s headquarters, including some
of the technology used as well as a Mesonet youth camp in action. We’ll also visit the National
Weather Service Norman Forecast Office and the Storm Prediction Center. NOTE: This class
will require walking and standing for an extended period. Elevators are available. Recommend comfortable shoes, and a water bottle.
*Open to all OLLI Members. $30 fee, includes lunch at National Weather Service.
Gourmet Cinema
First United Methodist Church Family Life Center, 401 W 7th
Tuesdays, 6-8:30 pm, June 2, 9, 16 Instructor: Vickie Sturgeon
Sample these tasteful mo on pictures featuring gourmet cooking and deligh ul stories of families
and romance. Judi Dench, Julie e Binoche and Johnny Depp star in Chocolat, where a mysterious
chocola er concocts sensual pleasures to melt the constraints of a French village. Ang Lee directs
Eat Drink Man Woman ‐ crea ng the world of a Master Chef in Taiwan as this widower raises his
three daughters. In Julie and Julia, Meryl Streep portrays the incomparable Julia Child struggling
to publish Mastering the Art of French Cooking, while Amy Adams struggles to master the recipes.
Vickie Sturgeon is a graduate of the Radio‐TV‐Film program at OSU. She studied broadcas ng and
mo on picture history at the University of Kansas. Vickie taught Mass Communica on and Media
courses for twenty years at Tennessee State Uni‐
versity in Nashville. She has worked for several
public radio sta ons including KOSU and Minne‐
sota Public Radio. Mo on Pictures of the 1930s
and 1940s are her par cular interest.
Exploring the Mild Wild in our own Backyard
Tour Class
Thursdays, 10—Noon
June 4, 11, 18
Some mes we don’t know what’s right in our back yard. We’re about to
embark on an adventure of local propor ons. Join your friends in touring
Lost Creek Animal Safari on June 4th. On June 11, Natalea Watkins has
arranged for the good volunteers of Turning Point Ranch to give you
demonstra on of the work they do. Our semester concludes at OSU Vet Med, where your gracious guide, Anna Teague, will lead you through
McElroy Hall, OSU Teaching Hospital, Large Animal Barn, Small Animal
Barn and Equine Medicine. All loca ons are a short distance from cam‐
pus. Your tour guide is RuthAnn Sirbaugh, experienced backyard explor‐
er, former camp director, former counselor, and former child. Enrollees
will receive a schedule prior to the first class mee ng and will be respon‐
sible for their own transporta on.
“And it's that if I ever go looking for my heart's desire again, I won't look any further than my own backyard; because if it isn't there, I never really lost it to begin with.” ‐Dorothy
*$15 material fee, limited class size. Please note this class will require par cipants to be able to walk and stand for short periods. The locaons are not handicap accessible. Please complete this form and mail to:
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Acrylic Landscape Painting, Mondays, 10-noon, June 1, 8, 15, Art on 6th *$20
Great Decisions, Tuesdays, 10—Noon, June 2, 9, 16, FUMC, *optional text, limited number, $20
Alzheimer’s Association Workshop, Tuesdays, 10—Noon, June 2, 9, 16, FUMC
Pivotal Moments in Music History, Tuesdays, 10—Noon, June 2, 9, 16, FUMC
Missions & Missionaries in Indian & Oklahoma Territory, Tues, 1—3 pm, June 2, 9, 16, FUMC
Oklahoma Mesonet – Monitoring Weather, Tues, 1—3 pm, June 2, 9, 16, FUMC
Gourmet Cinema, Tues, 6—8:30 pm, June 2, 9, 16, FUMC Family Life Center
Exploring the Mild Wild in our own Backyard, Thurs, 10-Noon, June 4, 11, 18, Tour Class, *$15
Intro to Fusing and Slumping Glass, Fridays, 1—3 pm, June 5, 12, 19, MultiArts *$20
Bus Trip to the Oklahoma Mesonet, June 23, 9—4:30 pm, transportation & lunch included, *$30
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membership. Each additional course will be $25.
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