Learn about the worldwide phenomenon of After Death Communications, the various types, induced vs. spontaneous ADC, when they occur, and who typically experiences them. We will offer a safe space to share personal experiences.

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Wednesday, Aug 12, TBD - UR Campus ( No seats currently available )

Join this 'behind the scenes' look at disaster management through lens of the Office of the Governor of Virginia. From school shootings to hurricanes and other natural disasters to snipers and mass shootings, we'll look closely at the roles, responsibilities and actions of senior leadership during major emergencies.

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Monday, Aug 3, WHC, Living Room (Deanery) (11 seats (18%) remaining)

This class is for individuals who have Family Tree Maker (FTM) and want a better understanding of the software and to build skills. The following will be covered: overview of features (including the 2024 version); techniques on navigating and using FTM to create, edit and manage trees; interfacing with Ancestry.com for hints; importing data; and syncing trees. Students should bring their laptops with FTM installed for use in class.

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Tues and Thurs, Aug 4 and 6, Special Programs Building, Room 160 ( No seats currently available )

Learn about the bright and bold flavors of Morocco, including how to sear and braise chicken 'tagine' with preserved lemon, make a bright and (mildly) spicy carrot salad, and prepare herbaceous couscous. A light, not-too-sweet lemon cake is a perfect end to the meal. Class may run over/under the allotted time. Offered twice; please register for only one session. Note: The new refund policy applies.

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Thursday, July 30, The Kitchen Classroom ( No seats currently available )

We'll begin each session with the biographies of the great scientists who started revolutions in cosmology, quantum physics, relativity and biology/evolution. The second hour will detail what the science itself is, where it has come from, and where we now are in the realm of that science.

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Join this conversation about types of grief, ways of comforting grieving people, and community resources for grievers. Topics will include impacts of loss on function and health, anticipatory grief, maladaptive grief responses, and concrete ways of supporting people experiencing loss. While this session is not a support group, resources for grievers will be provided.

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Mon/Tues, Aug 24 and 25, Special Programs Building, Room 160 (4 seats (17%) remaining)

A PEW research study showed that a large percentage of Americans believe that obesity is caused by lack of will power. According to the New England Journal of Medicine, obesity is a disease, and heredity is a contributing factor in a majority of cases. New thoughts and medications in the treatment of obesity will be discussed as well as case presentations.

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Monday, Aug 17, TBD - UR Campus

Scientific understanding of the human gut has changed radically, revealing that microbes may be powerful allies in our search for health. Does our modern way of living damage these helpful bacteria? Are diet changes or probiotics helpful? This course will focus on a few recent developments in microbiome science, and refer to research studies that may help us protect our own microbiomes and well-being.

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Wed/Thur, Aug 19 and 20, TBD - UR Campus ( No seats currently available )

The Osher Institute at Dartmouth is offering its summer lecture via livestream to Osher colleagues across the nation. Lecture 2 is 'Can AI Think Like a Doctor?' The session begins with the lecture, is followed by a half-hour break, then resumes with Q&A.

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No session is currently available for registration

The Osher Institute at Dartmouth is offering its summer lecture via livestream to Osher colleagues across the nation. Lecture 3 is 'Environmental Impact.' The session begins with the lecture, is followed by a half-hour break, then resumes with Q&A.

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The Osher Institute at Dartmouth is offering its summer lecture via livestream to Osher colleagues across the nation. Lecture 4 is 'What Will be the Economic Impacts of AI?' The session begins with the lecture, is followed by a half-hour break, then resumes with Q&A.

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Wednesday, July 29, Synchronous Online (8 seats (6%) remaining)

The Osher Institute at Dartmouth is offering its summer lecture via livestream to Osher colleagues across the nation. Lecture 5: 'Is AI Leading Us Toward a More Dangerous World Disorder?' The session begins with the lecture, is followed by a half-hour break, then resumes with Q&A.

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Wed, Aug 5, Synchronous Online

The Osher Institute at Dartmouth is offering its summer lecture via livestream to Osher colleagues across the nation. Lecture 6 is 'Morality, Ethics, Equality, Justice, and the Need for Regulation.' The session begins with the lecture, is followed by a half-hour break, then resumes with Q&A.

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Wednesday, Aug 12, Synchronous Online

Osher is having its own Trivia Night -- but in the afternoon. Come join us for this fun event. We are bringing in the local expert, Ball of Fire, to run the event, and we'll have snacks and beverages to sustain you when the competition gets tough! Come join us! Note: The new refund policy applies.

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Thursday, September 3, THC, Alice Haynes Room

New research shows that sleep isn't the mind's off switch, but instead a complex and dynamic process that impacts both our physical and mental health. Our modern lifestyle damages the 24 hour wake/sleep cycle and hinders our brain's ability to maintain and regenerate itself. We'll discuss some important and useful new research findings, and share ideas for practical strategies to protect and improve our brain health.

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Most of us have little experience with sake, but it is a complex, diverse, and delightful beverage! Local expert Robert Jones will take us through different sakes to showcase the variety of styles and flavors they contain. While we sip, we will learn about how it is made, the various styles and flavor profiles, and how to serve it. Light fare will be provided to nibble while tasting. Class may run over/under the allotted time. Note: The new refund policy applies.

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Thursday, Aug 6, The Kitchen Classroom

Unleash the power of your photography. The class is designed to illustrate by examples ways to enhance your images using lines, shapes and facial expressions to compose powerful images.

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The UR Computer/Technology Help Desk is available to Osher members, but do you really know what services it provides? Join this session to find out how to take full advantage of this great benefit of Osher membership.

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Wednesday, July 29, Synchronous Online (16 seats (16%) remaining)

Explore the wines of New Zealand and Australia and learn that there is more than just Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc to enjoy! We will sample eight wines with light fare provided to enjoy while tasting and learning. Class may run over/under the allotted time. Note: The new refund policy applies.

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Thursday, Aug 13, The Kitchen Classroom (2 seats (6%) remaining)