Sept. 8 The Inquiring Mind of Malcolm Gladwell
Malcolm Gladwell has been a staff writer for the?New Yorker, published eight books and is the host of the podcast?Revisionist History. OLLI member Joanna Clancy discusses how Gladwell’s books use storytelling to analyze and explain complex social phenomena.?This presentation explores ideas from his most influential works to illustrate how he transforms academic research into accessible, compelling narratives.
Sept. 15 Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Arthur S. Hughes, MBA, UNCW Cameron School of Business, explores AI’s rapid growth, capabilities and implications for university faculty and students. Covering generative AI fundamentals, real-world applications and key risks; he also examines campus survey data reflecting faculty and student attitudes toward AI adoption. The core message: the right mindset is not denial or panic, but rather leveraging AI as a productivity multiplier.
Sept. 22 An Immersion Experience in Spain
What happens when you trade rushed sightseeing for a slower way of traveling? Doreen Sargente explores this question as she shares the details of her five-week sojourn in Spain. Chronicling an independent exploration of Madrid followed by a month living in Valencia, Sargente helps us discover how slow travel opens the door to deeper cultural experiences.
Sept. 29 Volcanoes: Past and Future
Herb Strickler, OLLI member and volunteer, describes the history, weather effects and global consequences of massive volcanic eruptions. He explains the science and fundamentals of volcanoes, including descriptions of several historic eruptions, such as those of Pompeii, Krakatoa and Mount St. Helens. He includes drone footage and discusses technological developments and growing expertise in predicting volcanic activity.
Oct. 6 In Their Footsteps?
Educator by profession, genealogist by passion, Sandra Milton shares her powerful journey tracing her family history to the white family who?enslaved her African American ancestors.?Through meticulous research, she uncovers records, stories and unexpected connections that intertwine the lives of two families, one white and one black. Milton highlights essential genealogical techniques and resources for reconstructing this shared history and illuminating the complexities of American ancestry.
Oct. 13 Live with Passion, Not Pain
Sunil Arora, MD, is an interventional pain management expert. His philosophy is that optimal patient outcomes come from careful assessment, individualized care planning and the promotion of minimally invasive pain management. He shares the latest technologies available for treating chronic pain and the many strengths of the individualized, minimally invasive approach.
Oct. 20 Mental Health and the Future of Caregiving?
Chuck Whitlock, B.S., co-author of LifeSource: A Caregiver’s Guide for Managing Mental Wellness for the Older Adult, discusses how to care for and manage mental wellness in older adults. Whitlock shares stories from LifeSource and video clips from television appearances on Oprah, Inside Edition and EXTRA, illustrating the importance of researching caregiving options.
Oct. 27 Environmental Consequences of Plastics
Environmentalist Bob Bogen, B.A., presents the far-reaching consequences of plastic. Learn how plastic breaks down into smaller units we call micro- and nano plastics and how every living creature absorbs these uninvited chemicals. Examine how plastic production is increasing exponentially, despite the abundance of this material in our environment.
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