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Mini-Course Guide
Fall 2021
ENCOR 028-01: Tennessee in Tennis Shoes: A Traveling History Course ENCOR 028-04: Ageless: New Research on Health and Well-being in Later Years
This traveling course will include visits to four historical sites in Tennessee, Georgia, or In this updated course, we will consider new research and corresponding recommendations
Alabama. The selected sites are listed below, and class participants may choose which sites for healthier lifestyles and medical advances that have extended middle age into what used
they wish to visit at a scheduled information meeting with a minimum of 20 participants to be called the senior years. Healthy aging is seen in context of enhancing cognitive and
required for each trip. Dates of travel and locations will be announced at this meeting. functional abilities, and strategies to sustain and improve well-being. We will review the
basics to staying healthy but also look at the social, cultural and individual determinants
Travel opportunities will include: Knoxville Zoo, Blount Mansion, Cumberland Playhouse, as well as the five key protective factors that contribute to resilience among older adults.
General Longstreet Museum, Cordell Hull Birthplace & Museum, Fort Dickerson, James
White’s Fort, Raccoon Mountain caverns, Ruby Falls/Lookout Mountain, Smoky Mountain Instructor: Dr. Karen Mundy-Judkins and Dr. Bennett M. Judkins
Train Ride, Oak Ridge History Museum, Buttonwillow Civil War Theater Location: TBA / Class Size: 60
Schedule: Five-week course meeting on Tuesdays from 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Required Materials: There will be travel costs and admission fees applied that will be made 8 October 12 8 November 2
available during the first and only class meeting. Payments for trips are to be made in 8 October 19 8 November 9
advance with the exception of the first travel date. 8 October 26
Instructor: David Altopp, Retired Lee University Faculty
ENCOR 028-05: The Golden Age of Mysteries of Margery Allingham
Schedule: Dates and opportunities will vary.
We will read five mysteries of the famous Allingham (though slightly less famous than
her friend and encourager, Agatha Christie) who wrote during the Golden Age of British
ENCOR 028-02: Church History and Theology 101: From Jesus Until Now detective fiction 1920s-40s. She has strange plots, an aristocratic detective in Albert
Did you ever wonder how Christianity developed from a faith centered around Jesus in the Campion, and a very wide canvas of British social life. We will finish with one of the most
first century to a worldwide movement today? Or how the contemporary church ended up famous mysteries of the mid-twentieth century, The Tiger in the Smoke. Class discussion is
with the various practices and beliefs she has? This class will seek to answer such questions! our entire enjoyment in life. I suggest reading the first half of “The Crime at Black Dudley”
This class will highlight the main contours of Christianity as it developed through the for the first class. You haven’t read her, I bet, but you should.
centuries, noting the major historical and theological developments as they occurred that
shaped Christianity. Reading: The Crime at Black Dudley #1(Bloomsbury 978-1448216664)
Mystery Mile #2 (Bloomsbury 978-1448216656)
Instructor: Dr. Lisa Stephenson, Professor of Systematic Theology Look to the Lady #3 (Ipso 978-1933397573)
Location: TBA / Class Size: 60 Police at the Funeral #4 (Ipso 978-1911295105)
Schedule: Four-week course meeting on Tuesdays from 2:45-3:45 p.m. Tiger in the Smoke #14 (Ipso 978-1912295211)
8 September 7 8 September 21
8 September 14 8 September 28 Instructor: Dr. Christopher Coulter, Associate Professor of English
Location: TBA / Class Size: 25
ENCOR 028-03: Fads, Foibles and Collective Behavior Schedule: Ten-week course meeting on Wednesdays from 3:35–5:00 p.m.
In this brand-new course, we will look at the topic of what sociologists’ call “collective 8 September 22 8 October 20 8 November 10
behavior,” which is about changes in society from the bottom up and how they come about. 8 September 29 8 October 27 8 November 17
Using leading theories of collective actions, we will start with the French revolution, which 8 October 6 8 November 3 8 November 24
ushered in modern civilization, and work our way up to the controversies of January 6, 2021.
8 October 13
We will consider the power of language to influence ideas of collective behavior. In between,
we will look at fads, trends and social movements (fashion, music, civil rights, women’s
rights, etc.) in the United States that have shaped America over the last few decades.
Instructor: Dr. Karen Mundy-Judkins and Dr. Bennett M. Judkins
Location: TBA / Class Size: 60
Schedule: Five-week course meeting on Tuesdays from 4:00-5:30 p.m.
8 September 7 8 September 28
8 September 14 8 October 5
8 September 21ENCOR 028-06: Joint Conditioning ENCOR 028-09: Walking with God and Living by Faith
This course will cover different techniques to help students strengthen and regain movement This course will deal with our Christian walk with God as outlined by the Apostles Paul, Peter
in their joints. The class will include different stretches and breathing techniques to help and James. It will also focus on the heroes of the faith as presented in the book of Hebrews.
with relaxation, flexibility, agility, and strength. Chairs will be used in class, but some of the
exercises do require standing. Suggested Reading: Bible of choice
Required Materials: Students will need to wear the proper attire, such as clothing that one Instructor: Dr. Henry Smith, Senior Adjunct in Christian Ministries
can move easily in, along with comfortable walking shoes. Location: TBA / Class Size: 25
Schedule: Five-week course meeting on Mondays from 4:30–6:00 p.m.
Instructor: Roxanne Tyson, Part-Time Faculty 8 August 25 8 September 15
Location: TBA / Class Size: 15 8 September 1 8 September 22
Schedule: Ten-week course meeting on Wednesdays 2:00–2:50 p.m.
8 September 8
8 August 25 8 September 22 8 October 13
8 September 1 8 September 29 8 October 20 ENCOR 028-10: Introduction to Christian Apologetics
8 September 8 8 October 6 8 October 27 Why do we, as Christians accept and believe the principal things we do about God,
8 September 15 revelation, and humanity? Is there any foundation for our beliefs? What does it mean to
always be ready to give a reason, or defense, for the hope that is within you? How does one
ENCOR 028-07: Fitness Class do this with gentleness and respect?
In this class we will build muscle and strength while using weights. We will also stand to
help our endurance and mobility while enjoying fun music that helps with our coordination. Special Instructions: No textbook is required. The instructor will provide photo-copies of
various articles and links to news stories, websites, videos, etc. We will review stories and
Required Materials: Students will need to wear the proper attire, such as clothing that one communication campaigns online during class. The course may involve some minimal
can move easily in, along with comfortable walking shoes. assigned reading from readily accessible news media sites and free-access publications;
student access to the internet will be useful, but not necessary.
Instructor: Roxanne Tyson, Part-Time Faculty
Location: TBA / Class Size: 15 Instructor: John D. Bland, Visiting Lecturer in Public Relations
Schedule: Ten-week course meeting on Wednesdays 1:00–1:50 p.m. Location: TBA / Class Size: 15
8 August 25 8 September 22 8 October 13 Schedule: Six-week course meeting on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:15–5:30 p.m.
8 September 1 8 September 29 8 October 20 8 August 31 8 September 14 8 September 28
8 September 8 8 October 6 8 October 27 8 September 2 8 September 16 8 September 30
8 September 15 8 September 7 8 September 21 8 October 5
8 September 9 8 September 23 8 October 7
ENCOR 028-08: Japan: Land of the Rising Sun
Japan is a land steeped in tradition and famous for nearly 215 years of self-imposed isolation. ENCOR 028-11: Making Sense of the Middle Ages
It is home to the world’s oldest and largest existing wooden buildings, and the longest A survey of the historic trends of medieval Europe from the fall of Rome through the
single unbroken dynastic line. Juxtaposed and interwoven with traditional Japan, the story Renaissance, tracing how these trends conform (or not) to our modern notions of the Middle
of modern Japan is one that is profoundly influenced and constructed by outside influences, Ages and in what ways our modern world is an inheritance of the European Middle Ages.
and is marked by a dramatic ascendancy on the international world stage. Beginning in
antiquity and progressing into the twentieth century, this course will survey the twists and Suggested Reading: A workbook will be provided the first week of class with excerpts from
turns of Japan’s rich history and culture. relevant primary sources.
Suggested Reading: Edwin Reischauer, The Japanese Instructor: J. David Schlosser, Adjunct Professor of Humanities
Location: TBA / Class Size: 25
Instructor: Dr. Timothy Lay, Adjunct Instructor of History Schedule: Ten-week course meeting on Wednesdays from 11:15 a.m.-12:14 p.m.
Location: TBA / Class Size: 60
8 August 25 8 September 22 8 October 13
Schedule: Five-week course meeting on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:15-5:45 p.m.
8 September 1 8 September 29 8 October 20
8 October 19 8 November 2 8 November 11
8 September 8 8 October 6 8 October 27
8 October 21 8 November 4 8 November 16
8 September 15
8 October 26 8 November 9 8 November 18
8 October 28ENCOR 028-12: The Book of Judges Part II: ENCOR 028-14: Oil Painting Beginner to Intermediate Level
An Enduring Biblical Message for a Modern World The class will concentrate on actually accomplishing many painting experiences. The
This class is a continuation from Part I. It is a close analysis of the book of Judges chapters focus will be to paint in a wet-on-wet process to get many paintings accomplished
9-21 in their ancient Near Eastern and biblical context with a close eye to the importance during the course. The course will be designed with an introductory time in each class to
of the ancient message for a modern world. Indeed, perhaps no other book of the Old demonstrate a technique or objective to try. For those painters who want to work at their
Testament has more to say about the issues facing Western cultures today than does the own pace and interests the instructor will be available for one-on-one consultation after
book of Judges. the initial group instruction.
Instructor: Dr. Brian Peterson, Associate Professor of Old Testament Instructor: Gary McDonald, Retired Art Instructor
Location: TBA / Class Size: 25 Location: Mayfield Annex / Class Size: 20
Schedule: Six-week course meeting on Thursdays from 2:45-3:45 p.m. Schedule: Six-week course meeting on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
8 August 26 8 September 16 8 November 1 8 November 15 8 December 6
8 September 2 8 September 23 8 November 3 8 November 18 8 December 8
8 September 9 8 September 30 8 November 8 8 November 29 8 December 13
8 November 10 8 December 1 8 December 15
ENCOR 028-13: The Great War, 1914-1918
Arguably, no other event so profoundly shaped and determined the course of the twentieth ENCOR 028-15: Dead Presidents Society: Discovering Lives Through Death
century than the First World War, or the Great War as it was known to its contemporaries. A The course is designed for anyone desiring more information about the past presidents of
hundred years later, as the world marks the one-hundred year anniversaries of the conflict, the United States who are deceased. Course highlights include:
the Great War continues to be a subject of memorialization and fascination the world over. – In-depth analysis of presidents’ lives
This course will provide a survey of those tragic and compelling years. It will examine the – President’s families
issues and never-ending questions surrounding causation, as well as the major figures and – Exploration of leadership styles
the pivotal moments that made the Great War what it was and continues to be: a conflict – Famous sites associated with each
that forever changed the map of the world and the course of human history. – Review of final resting places
The course is designed to be interactive, conversational, with a purpose to avoid present-day
Suggested Reading: Michael Howard. The First World War: A Very Short Introduction. Oxford politics. It will include a day trip to Nashville and a possible/optional culmination trip that
University Press, 2002 would involve travel to a location offering in-person exploration of multiple presidential
historic sites. Guest speakers and video presentations would be incorporated.
Instructor: Dr. Timothy Lay, Adjunct Instructor of History
Location: TBA / Class Size: 60 Instructor: Cameron Fisher
Schedule: Seven-week course meeting on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:15-5:45 p.m. Location: TBA / Class Size: 30
8 August 24 8 September 9 8 September 28 Schedule: Six-week class schedule meeting on Tuesdays from 4:00–5:30 p.m.
8 August 26 8 September 14 8 September 30 8 October 5 8 October 26
8 August 31 8 September 16 8 October 5 8 October 12 8 November 2
8 September 2 8 September 21 8 October 7 8 October 19 8 November 9
8 September 7 8 September 23ENCOR 028-16: Choral Union (Traditional Course)
Choral Union is a large mixed voice ensemble dedicated to the performance of new choral
music as well as major masterworks for choir and orchestra. This ensemble is a unique
blend of the Lee University community involving music majors, non-music majors, faculty,
staff, and members of the local community. Choral Union is a non-auditioned ensemble
and is open to all who are interested in choral music. Recent performances include Kevin
Memley’s Magnificat, Morten Lauridsen’s Lux Aeterna, Franz Joseph Haydn’s Die Schöpfung,
and Antonio Vivaldi’s Gloria.
Instructor: Dr. Cameron Weatherford
Location: Curtsinger Music Building, Choral Rehearsal Room
Schedule: Course meeting throughout the entire semester on
Thursdays from 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
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