Battles Over History: Interpreting the Civil War
Fee: $75.00
Dates: 9/22/2025 - 10/27/2025
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 6
Building: EUV Riverside
Room: EUV 1101
Instructor: Michael Hayman
Seats Still Available: 41
This course examines how interpretations of the Civil War’s causes have shifted over time, often reflecting the political and racial ideologies of historians as much as historical evidence. We’ll explore how the struggle of the enslaved—central to the war—has frequently been minimized or ignored, revealing the influence of structural racism in Civil War historiography to this day.
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In the Footsteps of Vichy France: Lessons for Contemporary America - Riverside
Fee: $75.00
Dates: 9/23/2025 - 10/28/2025
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: Tu
Sessions: 6
Building: EUV Riverside
Room: EUV 1101
Instructor: Stephen Harding
Seats Still Available: 37
Inspired by historian Richard J. Golsan’s question, “Is this America’s Vichy Moment?” this course examines unsettling parallels between today’s America and Vichy France (1940–1944). Explore how authoritarianism replaced democracy, cultural traditionalism challenged modern values, and complacency led to complicity. We’ll discuss the lessons history offers—and the role of resistance.
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Neurodiversity: Understanding Cognitive and Neurological Differences
Fee: $45.00
Dates: 9/24/2025 - 10/8/2025
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 3
Building: EUV Riverside
Room: EUV 1101
Instructor: Susan Freeman
Seats Still Available: 45
This three-week course introduces the concept of neurodiversity and examines how varied neurological conditions enrich human diversity. Participants will define neurodiversity, explore the strengths and challenges of different neurotypes, and develop practical strategies for inclusion in everyday interactions. Each week builds on the last—beginning with an introduction to neurodiversity, moving to strengths-based perspectives, and concluding with hands-on inclusion strategies. Learning activities include guest speaker Q&A sessions, case study discussions, and practice with inclusive language. By the end of the course, participants will create a brief action plan for supporting neurodivergence in their personal or professional lives. Designed for educators, leaders, community members, and anyone committed to building a more inclusive world.
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The Week's News in Review - Riverside
Fee: $75.00
Dates: 9/25/2025 - 10/30/2025
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 6
Building: EUV Riverside
Room: EUV 1101
Instructor: Martha Miller
Seats Still Available: 25
An interactive discussion of events shaping the news each week. Media sources include print, TV, the internet, and social media. This course will discuss politics, the economy, sports, show business, and topics pulled from the "headlines." Discussion based course hosted by UCR Osher volunteers.
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You Be You: Unleashing the Power of Your Story
Fee: $75.00
Dates: 9/26/2025 - 10/31/2025
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: F
Sessions: 6
Building: EUV Riverside
Room: EUV 1101
Instructor: Susan Freeman
Seats Still Available: 45
Your story is your superpower. In this interactive course, you’ll explore the art and science of personal storytelling as a tool for influence, connection, and change. Through structured prompts, storytelling frameworks, and peer feedback, you’ll learn to craft and share narratives that reflect your authentic voice while resonating with diverse audiences. By the end, you’ll walk away with a polished, compelling personal story ready to share in interviews, presentations, or community spaces.
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Mexico SInce 1821: A Brief Introduction
Fee: $75.00
Dates: 11/3/2025 - 12/8/2025
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: M
Sessions: 6
Building: EUV Riverside
Room: EUV 1101
Instructor: Robert Ellingsen
Seats Still Available: 40
Writer Carlos Fuentes once described Mexico’s history as “a chronicle of constant struggle.” In this six-week course, we’ll explore major conflicts of the 19th and 20th centuries—from grappling with the legacy of 300 years of Spanish colonialism, to battles between liberal and conservative forces, to confrontations with U.S. power. Topics include the U.S.-Mexican War (1846–48), the French occupation of the 1860s, the impact of foreign investment in the late 19th century, the Mexican Revolution (1911), the 1938 nationalization of the oil industry, and the 1968 student protests in Mexico City. While not a full history, this course offers a vivid introduction to the pivotal events that have shaped modern Mexico.
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Standpoint Theory: What Does the World Look Like from Your Lens?
Fee: $75.00
Dates: 11/5/2025 - 12/17/2025
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: W
Sessions: 6
Building: EUV Riverside
Room: EUV 1101
Instructor: Susan Freeman
Seats Still Available: 45
Discover how your personal identity, lived experiences, and social position shape the way you see—and are seen by—the world. This course unpacks the principles of Standpoint Theory, helping you understand how perspective influences knowledge, communication, and power. Through guided discussions, reflection exercises, and case studies, you’ll learn to recognize the value of diverse standpoints and apply these insights to create inclusion and empathy in your personal and professional life.
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The Week's News in Review - Riverside
Fee: $75.00
Dates: 11/6/2025 - 12/11/2025
Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Days: Th
Sessions: 5
Building: EUV Riverside
Room: EUV 1101
Instructor: Martha Miller
Seats Still Available: 42
An interactive discussion of events shaping the news each week. Media sources include print, TV, the internet, and social media. This course will discuss politics, the economy, sports, show business, and topics pulled from the "headlines." Discussion based course hosted by UCR Osher volunteers.
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