Thursday, July 25 Recent Decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court
Thursday, June 27 Invisible Forces? Exploring Some Root Causes of Migration Oakton professor Megan Klein, Ph.D. , will examine the immigration crisis as a social problem through a discussion and analysis of hidden factors that shape migration patterns. In particular, we will focus on climate change, the war on drugs, and geopolitical conflict. We will also discuss current policies and alternative paths forward. Thursday, July 11 A Report Card for the 118th Congress This lecture will examine the developments of the 118th Congress. EJ Fagan, Ph.D. , will examine the laws they passed, the fallout from the fall 2023 Speaker of the House controversy, and other notable events that took place in Congress from 2023-2024. Topics will include congressional productivity, changes to each chamber's leadership and composition, and what we might expect from the remainder of the 2024 session. Thursday, July 18 Cascade of Wars Just in the past 36 months, an astonishing number of armed conflicts have begun, renewed or escalated. Some had been fully frozen, meaning that the sides had not sustained direct combat in years; others were long simmering, with low-level fighting erupting intermittently. All have now become active. Why? Join Paul Poast , Ph.D. , as he explores whether these numerous conflicts are coincidence or if they reflect larger changes in the international system.
Join Julie Strauss, Ph.D ., as she discusses major decisions handed down by the Supreme Court in the 2023-2024 term. The Supreme Court docket includes questions surrounding domestic violence and gun ownership; possible racial gerrymandering in South Carolina; and the accessibility of medical abortions through the use of mifepristone. Don’t miss this stimulating lecture. Thursday, August 1 The Alternative für Deutschland Party and its Significance for German and European Politics The Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) political party was founded in 2013 based upon "Euro-skeptical" populist and nationalist principles. It now polls 20%, placing it above all but one of the six major German political parties. Is the AfD a dangerous right-wing extremist force, or is it a constructive force representing conservative voters? Philip Franz Seitz, Ph.D ., retired U.S. Foreign Service officer, offers his analysis. Thursday, August 8 The Great Climate Change Migration Has Begun Rising sea levels, melting glaciers and changing weather patterns produced by human-induced climate change will lead unprecedented numbers of people to flee their homes and move to safer areas. This great climate change migration is expected to involve over one billion people and has already begun. Dr. Peter Hudis , Oakton’s Distinguished Professor of Philosophy and Humanities will focus on the people fleeing Southeast Asia, Central America and parts of Africa. BY FAX (for credit card payment only) Fax completed registration form to 847.635.1448 (include credit card number, expiration date, three-digit verification code (found on the back of the credit card), and your signature). An additional $12 administrative fee will be assessed. IN PERSON – Walk-in Registration In person registration is available in Room A120 at the Skokie campus or in Room 1170 at the Des Plaines campus. Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. Summer hours: Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. For more information, call 847.982.9888 within the hours above or email us at continuingeducation@oakton.edu. The college is closed on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays during summer sessions.
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