Change is both the greatest threat and the greatest path to happiness in life. This class presents a model for understanding why change can be so difficult. Most importantly, we'll discuss specific strategies and nuts and bolts techniques for overcoming the challenge of change to make it your ally in life.

Instructor bio: Bob Williams holds a doctorate in developmental psychology and curriculum, and master's degrees in counseling, educational psychology and ancient history. He is a semi-retired professor of psychology at Maple Woods Community College where he has taught psychology and history for 38 years. He is the co-author of three books dealing with life span development, relationships and creativity. Bob developed a system for teaching creative thinking ("Unleashing the Right Side of the Brain"), which has been used by business and educational organizations. He also designs games and has produced a number of simulations. His most recent game, "In a Lifetime," allows players to make decisions and see the effects as they experience a very realistic simulation of life and change.

 An Osher membership fee of $25 is required to enroll in this class. If you have not paid your membership fee, please click  on the blue link below under "course accessibility" to add the membership fee to your shopping cart. Then continue shopping to select your courses and/or events. If you have questions about whether or not you have paid your member fee, please call 785-864-6779.

Course Accessibility: Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend University of Kansas sponsored events. If you require reasonable accommodations in order to participate in an event, please email jayhawkglobal@ku.edu or call 785-864-6779 at least three weeks before the first day of the event.

Residents of Clay County, Missouri can take this class for the discounted fee of $20. When registering online, please choose the Clay County Resident fee on the drop down menu, or if registering by phone, please indicate to the registration agent that you are a resident of Clay County. 

Course pre-requisites
(required) Osher Membership Fee