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.
Thursday, July 25 Recent Decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court
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
A lecture series focused on the past, present, and future of Chicago and surrounding areas, My Kind of Town features expert speakers who present topics in history, politics, the arts, current events and more. Chicago Lecture Series: My Kind of Town
Wednesday, July 24 A Virtual Walk Through Chicago’s Architectural History Chicago’s rich architectural history has flowed through six distinct eras—pre-Chicago Fire, beaux arts, art deco, mid- century modern, postmodern and contemporary. Chicago Architecture Center docent Bob Sutter will walk us chrono- logically around and through legendary structures that best exemplify each of these eras. In addition to presenting a portfolio of photographs, Sutter will regale us with tales of the achievements and personalities of the architects and business people who earned Chicago’s well-deserved status as “The City of Architecture.”
Course code: HUM B53, 4 Wed., 7/10-7/31, 2-3:30 p.m. In person at Skokie Campus CRN: 50030 Virtual attendance CRN: 50029 Fee: $55 ($50 in-district seniors age 60 and above) Wednesday, July 10 Chicago Landmarks and the Names Behind Them Dan Ryan, Jane Byrne, Bessie Coleman, and Casimir Pulaski— we hear these names almost every day. Yet, who were these people and why do they hold such a place of honor on Chicago’s landmarks? Historian Jim Gibbons will explain just that and more about Chicago’s most well-known land- marks and the famous names behind them. Wednesday, July 17 The Marx Brothers: A Legacy of Laughter Go behind the scenes of classic Hollywood history with film historian Dr. Annette Bochenek as you learn about the lives and legacies of the legendary Marx Brothers comedy team. The program will include a multimedia presentation consisting of photos, video clips and captivating stories.
Wednesday, July 31 First Ladies: Style Icons
First Ladies Mary Lincoln, Jacqueline Kennedy, Frances Cleveland, and Nancy Reagan have been admired for many reasons. For some, their sense of style defined their image. Valerie Gugala will discuss how some first ladies influenced fashion trends and defined the style of their time.
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