Instructor: Russ Hutchins
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Biography: Russ Hutchins teaches U.S. history, Western civilization, economics, business, philosophy and business management at Friends University. He is a retired public-school administrator and educator. |
Classes by this instructor
First Ladies of the White House
Let's dive into our First Ladies' lives with a short biography of each. We will discuss how active - or not - the ladies were in Washington politics, from Mrs. Wilson, Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt and Mrs. Reagan. We won't leave out those who chose to stay home either, like Mrs. Washington, Mrs. Truman and others!
Instructor bio: Russ Hutchins teaches U.S. history, Western civilization, economics, business, philosophy and business management at Friends University. He is a retired public-school administrator and educator.
November 3-17, 2025, OnlineOne-Term Presidents
Join us for a deep dive into the "one-hit wonders" of U.S. presidents! This course will spotlight those presidents elected for one term and those who filled out an unexpired term and were elected to only one term. We'll scrutinize their domestic and foreign policies along with issues with Congress and the Courts.
Instructor bio: Russ Hutchins teaches U.S. history, Western civilization, economics, business, philosophy and business management at Friends University. He is a retired public-school administrator and educator.
September 15-29, 2025, Online