PROFILING PUTIN In 1853 the Russian Tsar Nicholas 1 noted that 'We can expect nothing from the West but blind hatred and malice'. One hundred years later Vladimir Putin expresses this same opinion by his actions, by his own written history of Russia and by his speeches. Fiona Bradford BA Dip App Psych 64526A Thu., 10am 9 July, 2 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $86, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE ORIGINS OF THE ITALIAN LANGUAGE & PEOPLE The first two lessons will cover the origins of the Italian people. This will conclude with a discussion of the various cultures that prevailed at the time of the unification of the Italian state in the 1800s from the various dukedoms and kingdoms. The final lesson will cover how the Italian language evolved from the various Italian dialects (which were derived from Latin and Greek). Select dialects that are still in existence to this day will be discussed including the particular dialect that was chosen as Standard Italian. Tony Iammarrone 64503A Wed., 10am 15 July, 3 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE THE SOVIET-GERMAN WAR: 1941-45 Costing 27 million Soviet lives, the war between Stalin's Russia and Hitler's Germany was the most brutal and destructive conflict in human history. This course examines the origins of the war and the key campaigns and battles.
ROMAN IMPERIALISM IN BRITAIN Examine why the Romans annexed Britain in 43, starting with the conquest of Britain and Wales, and understand why they stopped expanding beyond Hadrian's Wall. Explore how the province was administered, its economy functioned, and how they influenced each other. Discover how Celtic Iron Age tribes adapted to Roman rule and why Roman rule ended in 410. There is an emphasis on comparing the past to the present and what lessons can we learn today. Martin Coghlan BA, DipEd 64521 Wed., 2pm 8 July, 3 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE FUNERAL PLANNING-CELEBRATING A LIFE LOST Pre-planning your funeral or planning a loved one's funeral, can be exceptionally challenging. When you are distressed, you are also vulnerable, emotionally and financially. This seminar will review all the mandatory components of funeral planning plus the services offered by the funeral industry & on-line service providers. Differing charges, for similar services, common pitfalls, your rights. This is a frank review of the funeral and disposition industries, in which there is a Duty of Care. This is must-know information for those planning a funeral. Don't die until you have been to this session! Mark Simpson BMedSc BEd 64580A Sat., 9.30am 29 August, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $74, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE GEM HANDLING-GEMMOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION See pages 2 & 3 for details. Gemmological Association of Australia 64590 Sun., 10am 19 July, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $150, No disc. or conc. ARMCHAIR TRAVEL EL CAMINO DE SANTIAGO The tutor, an experienced pilgrim, has walked numerous Caminos and will mainly share information about the Camino Frances on this course. This course touches briefly on several other routes culminating in Santiago de Compostela. Explore the history & folklore of the way, the terrain, prominent pilgrim sites, villages, and towns. After lunch learn about available resources, equipment, accommodation etc. A comprehensive handout is provided. Janet Leitch OAM, (Chair of Aust Friends of the Camino) 67103A Sat., 10am 4 July, 1 day x 6 hrs FEE: $114, disc. $103, conc. $100 WEA CENTRE
ANLABY LUNCH AND HOUSE TOUR NEW Historic Anlaby estate dating from 1840, the former home of the wealthy Dutton pastoral family, is up for sale. Who knows if public access will be available in the future. So we have arranged a lunch in the old Anlaby stables and a tour of the interior of the house with the current owners (included in fee). Before we reach Anlaby for lunch we will explore two early German Lutheran settlements - Freeling and picturesque Nain. We will also look at old buildings in Daveyston which has close connections with Nain. We return via Kapunda with some free time here. Extensive history notes provided. Depart WEA Centre 9 am sharp. Returning about 5:35 pm. 67299 Sun., 8.45am 20 September, 1 day x 7 hrs FEE: $224, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE
ARCHAEOLOGY/HISTORY & CULTURE INTRODUCTION TO COPTIC See pages 2 & 3 for details. 64532 Wed., 5.45pm 8 July, 4 wks x 2 hrs
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Daniel Fazio PhD, MA, BA (Hons) 64513 Tue., 10am 30 June, 4 wks x 2 hrs
FEE: $142, disc. $128, conc. $125 WEA CENTRE THE ANCESTRY AUDITOR: MYTHS TO FACTS Genealogy is 10% finding ancestors and 90% correcting other people's mistakes. Most of us start our family tree looking for Kings, but we usually find farmers - and if we are lucky, a few scandals. The trick is knowing how to separate the fact from the fiction before you book your flight to the ancestral homeland. Join Gerard Mignot for a masterclass in historical detective work. Using his own complex search for the Rochechouart lineage in Limoges as a live case study, Gerard will move beyond the boring 'begat lists' and show you how to audit your own history. Gerard Mignot NEW
FEE: $142, disc. $128, conc. $125 WEA CENTRE AUS-US RELATIONSHIP & ANZUS ALLIANCE This course examines the history of the Australian-American relationship since World War Two. It debunks some common misperceptions on the origins and nature of the relationship and the alliance. The history of the Australian-American relationship provides some context to the current questions about the purpose, relevance and future of the alliance. The course will also discuss how Australia will seek to maximise its national interests for the foreseeable future by continuing to 'manage' the tensions between its strategic relationship with the US and its economic relationship with China.
Daniel Fazio PhD, MA, BA (Hons) 64509 Mon., 10am 6 July, 2 wks x 2 hrs FEE: $86, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE SECRETS BEHIND NURSERY RHYMES
64505 Sat., 9am 18 July, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $74, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE
A SPECIAL CLUB: AUTOCRATIC LEADERS NEW Authoritarianism has increased globally, with studies indicating a steady rise in autocratic regimes and a corresponding decline in democratic freedoms over the past decade. Autocracies are now outnumbering democracies for the first time in 20 years (Economist Intelligence Unit 2024). Fiona Bradford BA Dip App Psych 64527 Sat., 9.30am 15 August, 1 sess x 3 hrs FEE: $74, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE
An entertaining and engaging discussion on the origin and history of well-known nursery rhymes. Example: Baa Baa Black Sheep is about the taxation system. Bring back memories of childhood and discover that their meanings aren't always as pleasant as first thought. Lesley McCauley
64524A Thu., 10am 2 July, 1 sess x 2.5 hrs FEE: $69, No disc. or conc. WEA CENTRE
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