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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-19-2024 to 04-19-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 12:00 PM-01:30 PM Central TimeInstructor: Blaine Davies, M.A., Professor of U.S. HistoryTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisThomas Jefferson remains the greatest enigma of all U.S. Presidents. How could the man who penned the words, “all men are created equal” own slaves? While doubting whether the Constitution allowed him to do it, he authorized the Louisiana Purchase. Blaine Davies explores the life and contradictions of the scientist, architect, farmer, astronomer,... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-23-2024 to 04-23-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Ricky Deutsch, BS Aerospace Engineering, MS, MBA, Former Captain US Air Force, Space CommandTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisThis Spanish volcano archipelago was a stopping point for Columbus on his first New World voyage. Born of lava, Mt. Teide is the world’s highest peak when measured from its base at the bottom of the ocean. Only 600 miles from Morocco, the Canaries boast a tropical climate. The island of Tenerife was the site of the worst air disaster in the history of... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-24-2024 to 04-24-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Emily Nye, Ph.D.Term: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisAn increasing number of books—some of which are considered classics—are being banned in schools around the country. Have you wondered what’s behind the movement to ban books? In this class we’ll learn about some of the books being pulled from school and library bookshelves, why, and what this could mean for future... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-26-2024 to 04-26-2024Day(s) of the week: WednesdayTime: 12:00 PM-01:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Javier Gonzalez-Meeks, Associate Professor of History, San Diego Miramar CollegeTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisThe fall of the Roman Empire was a complex and multifaceted event that marked the end of an era and ushered in a period of significant change in European history. While the empire's decline was a result of a combination of factors, its legacy continues to shape the modern... read more -
Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-26-2024 to 04-26-2024Day(s) of the week: FridayTime: 05:00 PM-06:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Chris Burns, Many-StringsTerm: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisFrom King David's temple to the modern concert hall, from the Irish pub to the Renaissance court, the harp has made life better and more lovely for millions over time. In this hour we will enjoy the sounds of the harp from all around the world, including journeys to South America and Japan. The harp's diversity and creative expressions will amaze... read more
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Sessions: 1Class Date(s): 04-30-2024 to 04-30-2024Day(s) of the week: TuesdayTime: 03:00 PM-04:00 PM Central TimeInstructor: Alex Castaneda, Ph.D.Term: OELocation: Zoom - San Diego OasisEvery two years since 2008, the World Design Organization (WDO) reviews proposals from cities worldwide to become the next World Design Capital. The international non-governmental organization recognizes cities for their effective use of design to drive economic, social, cultural, and environmental development. How much do we know about this event? In what... read more