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For those 50 or better
SPRING 2019 Courses start in
January, March & May
Course Calendar Located in Nanaimo & Parksville
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CONTENTS
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Program. We take great pride in celebrating our
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participation of volunteers and the support of
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ElderCollege. This has resulted in a massive
increase in the number and variety of courses
offered, the development and continuation of
initiatives (i.e. Saturday Speakers for the community)
and increased participation in our program from
those residing from Bowser to Ladysmith. We hope
VIU ElderCollege that you will enjoy the new and established courses
we are offering and continue to provide us with
your ideas and support. You are instrumental in
25th Anniversary making it happen!
Anne Toby, PhD.
Legacy Fund Chair of the Board and Instructor
VIU ElderCollege
We celebrated this
past September as VIU
ElderCollege turned 25.
We are very appreciative
to those who attended and
supported the Legacy Fund.
Thank you!
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An active VIU ElderCollege membership is required VIU ElderCollege produces two Course Calendars per
before registration in all ElderCollege courses. year. Registration for the Fall Session starts in late June
Memberships run from June 1 (of the current year) to May and in late November for the Spring/Summer Session.
31 (of the following year). The annual membership fee is Emails will be sent to current and past members indicating
$20 and offers many benefits. when registration will start.
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Memberships can be purchased on the phone with a Call toll free 1-866-734-6252 or
credit card, or with cash, debit or credit card in person at 250-248-2096 (Parksville)
either the Nanaimo or Parksville campus. 250-740-6400 (Nanaimo)
Benefits of Membership In person:
• Early notification of course registration dates Using a credit card, cash or debit.
• Course calendar mailed to your home address Nanaimo Campus Parksville Campus
• Member emails & updates Building 200 Parksville Civic &
• Use of VIU Library during course Registration Centre Technology Centre
• One free admission to Milner Gardens 900 Fifth Street 100 Jensen Ave E, 2nd Floor
& Woodland Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5 Parksville, BC V9P 2G3
• Discount off entrance to Deep Bay
Marine Field Station
• Discount of $2 off Classical Coffee Concert Series
Chamber Music at the Port Theatre
• Discount at the VIU Gym and Campus Store
Look for these symbols indicating where the course will be held:
Nanaimo Parksville Qualicum Beach
The course fees have not changed, but now show the total cost, including all taxes.
January Courses
Jan 14 – Feb 25
Global Challenges, Local Solutions Doing Business In China
Global challenges abound: climate change, growing Over the past 30 years China has seen the largest
inequality, loss of biodiversity, pollution, environmental and fastest economic growth in the history of the
destruction, resource depletion, etc. Many people world. This course will examine the “why” and the
feel overwhelmed by these challenges, feeling there “how” such unprecedented growth has occurred to
is nothing they can do. This class will explore how the “Middle Kingdom” with a focus on foreign direct
people around the world are tackling these global issues investment entry strategies, cross border problems,
through local initiatives in their communities. We will operational issues, and protection of intellectual
use these lessons to explore what we could do in our property and exit considerations.
local communities to address these global issues. ELDH 037 S19Q01
ELDH 074 S19N01 4 sessions: Mon, Jan 14-Feb 4; 10:00-Noon
6 sessions: $31.50
Mon, Jan 14-Feb 25; 10:00-Noon (No class Feb 18)
RICHARD L. WAGEMAN (LLM) worked as a lawyer for many
$42 years in British Columbia and in China. From 2001 to 2015 he
DON GIBERSON is a professional Life and Business Coach was foreign legal counsel with a leading Chinese firm and a
and Community Resilience Facilitator. He is working partner with one of the world’s largest law firms. Richard has
with individuals and community groups in Nanaimo and been recognized by “International Legal Who’s Who Business
surrounding areas to find local solutions to global issues. Lawyers-Franchise” as a leading franchise lawyer in China
and internationally.
Exploring Cultural Anthropology An Introduction
Cultural Anthropology is devoted to the study of
To Eden Energy Medicine
culture, learned and shared behaviours, and ideas of
different societies. Learning about the culture of others Eden Energy Medicine is a method of adjusting
enables us to understand how different cultures and and aligning your energies to promote and sustain
world events affects us. This course looks at all aspects health and emotional wellbeing. We will introduce
of human culture including work, reproduction, participants to self-testing and to the Daily Energy
political and religious systems. Routine which is a way of adjusting and retraining
energy patterns. Concepts underpinning Energy
ELDS 028 S19Q01
Medicine will be discussed and participants will be
6 sessions: encouraged to continue practicing these at home to
Mon, Jan 14-Feb 25; 10:00-Noon (No class Feb 18) improve their energy health.
$42
ELDH 065 S19Q01
CHERYLE SOSNOWSKI received a BGS from Simon Fraser 6 sessions:
University and an MA from San Diego University. As a former
Mon, Jan 14-Feb 25; 1:30-3:30 pm (No class Feb 18)
teacher in the public school system, she enjoys being a
lifetime learner. Cheryle enjoys learning and teaching about $42
other cultures, and the evolution of the human species on our
planet. Cheryle has taught at ElderCollege for several years. MIKE PROVENCHER worked for 38 years in the Mental
Health field as a clinician and manager. Since 2004 Mike has
been studying energy treatment modalities for ameliorating
mental, emotional and physical conditions.
DID YOU KNOW?
Your VIU ElderCollege membership allows
you to use the library at VIU’s Nanaimo
Campus during your course.
where wisdom meets knowledge
2 Nanaimo Parksville Qualicum Beach
The Space Race - Stop Getting Ready And Get Started!
Quest For The Moon Updated! Everyone gets stuck and everyone can get unstuck. This
2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the first steps taken fun interactive learning and teaching tool helps you: learn
on the Moon. This course will celebrate that great success techniques to evaluate situations; make decisions that
of manned space flight, and will honour those who died are more in line with what you value; and problem solve
during this amazing quest. This media-rich course will where you can practice and role play real life situations.
look at both American and Soviet missions, and includes Experience increased self-confidence. Apply what you
some fascinating behind-the-scenes footage. learn to get, keep and progress in practical matters.
ELDH 086 S19Q01 ELDH 078 S19Q01
6 sessions: 5 sessions: Tue, Jan 15-Feb 12; 10:00-Noon
Mon, Jan 14-Feb 25; 1:00-3:00 pm (No class Feb 18) $42
$42 JANIT BIANIC retired in 1989 as Community Relations
Manager at Suncor’s Oil Sands Division. That experience
DAVID PRUD’HOMME has a Ph.D. in Slavic Linguistics, and
drew her to leadership and volunteering in international
is a lifelong learner with a keen interest in the natural world,
peace forums. Having lived inside her van for many years,
the sciences, and languages. He is a past president of the
she learned that she loved the freedom and independent
Edmonton Centre of the Royal Astronomical Society of
thought it fostered.
Canada, and loves reliving the excitement of the dawn of the
Space Age!
Intelligent Investing
Empires Of Asia: And Estate Planning Workshop
Japan And China New to Nanaimo!
This is a comprehensive holistic course that helps
This course will analyze the nature of the Empires of to educate seniors and retirees about money and
Japan and China in the 19th and 20th Centuries. We finances. This course will review the following topics in
will focus on the disintegration of China while at the detail: estate planning; financial planning; investment
same time Japan becomes a world power. We will look strategies to protect both capital and income; tax
at their search for security and motivating influences management; wealth succession and charitable giving.
for expansion as factors of instability in the region. If requested, banking and credit management will also
be covered.
ELDH 042 S19N01
ELDQ 058 S19Q01
4 sessions: Tue, Jan 15-Feb 5; 10:00-Noon
6 sessions: Tue, Jan 15-Feb 19; 1:00-3:00 pm
$31.50
$42
ROD SZASZ has lived in Japan and China for over 25 years
and is fluent in Japanese. He has a M.Sc. London School of WAHID ALI has been a Financial Planner and Retirement
Economics, and is a UBC and VIU Alumnus. He has made Specialist for twenty-five years, and specializes in Estate
original contributions in research to the study of WWII in Planning, Wealth Succession and Financial Planning.
Asia and the Pacific with translations of Japanese war-
related documents.
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January Courses Jan 14 – Feb 25 3
Writing Your Legacy Indigenous Perspectives New to Parksville!
Writing personal history and memoirs can be both This course offers an introduction to select local
transformative and daunting. Using carefully selected Indigenous protocols and accompanying language
legacy themes and sensitizing questions, you will be and song. It features Indigenous worldviews, and the
encouraged to write two-page vignettes each week to importance of “storywork” through creation stories
share with your fellow participants. You will learn to and prophecies. Lastly, it shares perspectives on First
avoid a dry chronology by going deeper into themes Nations relationships with the Canadian state. The
that guide and shape the evolution of your life and lead course fee includes a $5 supply fee.
you through the labyrinth of your deepest memories. ELDS 088 S19Q01
ELDH 006 S19Q01 6 sessions: Wed, Jan 16-Feb 20; 1:00-4:00 pm
6 sessions: Tue, Jan 15-Feb 19; 1:00-3:00 pm $47.25
$42
MELODY MARTIN AND LAURIE MEIJER-DREES have a
MARVA K. BLACKMORE leads workshops in memoir writing wide range of academic knowledge in Indigenous histories,
and is the author of “Telling Your Story: A Guide to Writing literatures, epistemes and socio-political organizations. The
Your Memoir Stories.” Past President of the Storytellers instructors share over 20 years of experience learning from
of Canada, she is also a Certified Guided Autobiography local Indigenous Elders and community members.
Instructor.
The World Of The Future
Road Safety For Seniors New to Nanaimo!
What will our descendants face? We will project
This course is an amalgamation of the courses Safe into the future given our hard-won knowledge of
Driving for Seniors and Brushing Up for Seniors the world. Problems and promises abound. The class
previously presented at ElderCollege with some new will select topics ranging from artificial intelligence
material added, including an update for the Enhanced to income inequality. Possibilities include migration
Road Assessment, preparing for re-examination and and overpopulation, medical advances, environment,
how aging affects driving. societal norms (including technology, religion and
ELDH 051 S19N01 morality), corporate and governmental power and/or
abuse, and genetic possibilities and threats. Other topics
3 sessions: Tue, Jan 15-29; 1:00-3:00 pm
will be covered if found to be germane to our future.
$26.25
ELDH 067 S19N01
TIM SCHEWE is a retired RCMP constable with 25 years
of service, including 20 in traffic enforcement and 10 as a 6 sessions: Wed, Jan 16-Feb 20; 1:00-3:00 pm
technical collision investigator. $42
DANIEL LORDAHL has a Ph.D. in Psychology from the
The Near Future....Or Not University of Wisconsin (Madison) and was a faculty member
“What kind of world will our grandchildren grow at Washington University, University of Miami, Florida State
University and finished his formal career at Brock University.
up in”. Several years ago, Arthur began his search Daniel has expertise in human thinking, experimental design
for answers. This course shares his knowledge and and statistics.
prediction on what is coming in the Near Future.
He presents how we got here, from the Big Bang,
biological evolution on our planet, tool making, and
the Agricultural Revolution up to today’s technological
explosion. His challenge gives participants different
DID YOU KNOW?
ways to approach the topic and to develop new Course codes explained!
perspectives for follow-up discussions.
ELDH 077 S19Q01
6 sessions: Wed, Jan 16-Feb 20; 10:00-Noon
S 19 Q 01
$42
ARTHUR SKOLNIK is an architect who has had a 45 year SPRING 2019 N: Nanaimo
career in the area of historic preservation, urban design and
Q: Parksville
planning, archaeology and conservation.
X: Off Campus
4 Nanaimo Parksville Qualicum Beach
Introduction To Police Forensics Our Reflections About The Future
This is a brief introduction to police forensics and (Continued.....) New to Parksville!
investigational techniques. The course includes forensic We will address ‘Consumerism’, considered the main
photography and photographic techniques; basic cause of many challenges to the Earth, and its possible
and advanced fingerprint development techniques antidote ‘Compassionate Dialogue’. This course is an
using powders and chemicals; why our fingerprints extension of the course “Our Reflections about the
are unique and the fingerprint comparison process; Future” although it isn’t necessary to have attended
footwear and tire impression evidence and how to it. The focus of our discussions will be on the many
capture two and three-dimensional impressions; and aspects of ‘Consumerism’ and possible solutions.
court testimony and presentations.
ELDH 041 S19Q01
ELDH 071 S19N01
6 sessions: Thu, Jan 17-Feb 21; 1:00-3:00 pm
6 sessions: Thu, Jan 17-Feb 21; 9:30-11:30 am
$42
$42
ARIE VANDER REYDEN (BA BFA MA Ed.D) directed projects
CPL. DAVE GILES has been an RCMP forensic identification in various countries, both in education and in business
specialist for eight years now and is presently posted to the with a focus on the environment and future development.
Nanaimo detachment. Stimulating dialogue about future concerns is still his
passion.
Ethical Implications
Of Religious Spiritual Practices The Meditations Of Marcus Aurelius
Stoicism is often portrayed as a cheerless philosophy of
All religions have spiritual practices that nurture
suffering and doom. Yet through the writings of Roman
adherents as they support the respective belief system.
Emperor Marcus Aurelius, the Stoic approach to life
In our multi-cultural pluralistic society, all faiths are
is surprisingly rich and friendly. With no previous
but one voice among the many. Thus, one might ask;
background in philosophy, students will discover the
what use is any religious practice? This course considers
intelligence and honesty of Aurelius. The material
some basic distinctives of eight world religions and
covered offers an historical background of Stoicism, and
a basic overview of spiritual practices asking if these
ways this ancient philosophy can offer psychological
experiences promote an ethic that benefits our society.
and spiritual insight.
ELDH 072 S19Q01
ELDN 032 S19N01
6 sessions: Thu, Jan 17-Feb 21; 10:00-Noon
6 sessions: Thu, Jan 17-Feb 21; 1:00-3:00 pm
$42
$42
DR. JACK DUCKWORTH (B.Mus, Dip.CS., M.Div., D.Min) has
spent over 25 years in Christian mission with extensive Required Text: T
he Meditations of Marcus Aurelius,
cross-culturally multi-generational experience in Canada by Russell McNeil
and internationally through module teaching international
RUSSELL MCNEIL (PhD) studies pioneered a LIDAR
students in Eastern Europe and The Netherlands.
technology which was later deployed to measure the
atmosphere of Mars (“Phoenix” mission, 2010). Russell’s
work as a science journalist included documentaries for
PBS and work in News for CBC TV and Radio. His Liberal
Studies teaching career at VIU included an interest in
Greek philosophy, and his book “The Meditations of
Marcus Aurelius, Selections Annotated and Explained” was
published in 2008.
25th Anniversary Legacy Fund
Thanks to generous donations, you can have your VIU ElderCollege course fee paid.
Please indicate at the time of registration that you require financial assistance.
Availability is limited to one course from this Course Calendar. Membership fee is not covered.
January Courses Jan 14 – Feb 25 5
Western Mahjong For Beginners British Isles 1763-1801;
This course outlines the rules and play for Western Enlightenment And Revolution
(Australian) Mahjong which is both challenging and Enlightenment ideas, the expansion of empire,
fun. Variety in Western Mahjong hands is interesting revolutions in America and France, and revolt in
and exciting for players. Luck and skill combine to Ireland initiated rapid changes in British society and
create winning hands. Learn to organize Chinese tiles politics in the second half of the 18th century. Key
for this versatile game that you can play with others. events during those years will be studied through
Students will practice playing hands of Mahjong in class the lives of individuals: George III and John Wilkes,
and will learn to play Ordinary hand as well as other Edmund Burke and Tom Paine, David Hume and
Mahjong hands involving pungs and chows. Adam Smith, Elizabeth Montegu and Fanny Burney,
ELDH 023 S19Q01 Mary Woolstonecraft and Lord Edward Fitzgerald.
6 sessions: Fri, Jan 18-Feb 22; 10:00-Noon ELDH 024 S19N01
$42 6 sessions: Fri, Jan 18-Feb 22; 1:00-3:00 pm
KAREN STRONG (B.Ed, MA) has taught public school for 36 $42
years. She learned Mahjong from Rhondda Sellars and plays
in a weekly group. She has also taught friends how to play. GARVIN MOLES is a retired teacher who authored a number
of textbooks for BC schools. He is interested in the history of
ideas and enjoys sharing this interest.
Western Mahjong – Intermediate
Join us for a reflective and
This intermediate Mahjong class is for those who have intellectually engaging series of faculty
taken the beginner course. Learn more special hands presentations followed by discussion and
accompanied by refreshments.
using mixed chows, short runs and honours. Students
will also discover how to break a tie game using a FREE PUBLIC LECTURES
Goulash. Mahjong requires a flexible mind that can
make strategic plans and decisions. A perfect game for
brain power! Are you ready for Triple Knitting, Crazy
Chows and Three Philosophers? If so, come play with us! 2017
ELDH 064 S19Q01 All presentations 10 am-11:30 am
Malaspina Theatre | Building 310
6 sessions: Fri, Jan 18-Feb 22; 1:00-3:00 pm Vancouver Island University | Nanaimo Campus
$42
KAREN STRONG (B.Ed, MA) has taught public school for 36
January 25, 2019 March 15, 2019
years. She learned Mahjong from Rhondda Sellars and plays
in a weekly group. She has also taught friends how to play. Justin McGrail Sasha Koerbler
Heritage Graffiti: John LePage
The Conservation of Mendelssohn's
Anti-Preservationist Art A Midsummer Night's
February 15, 2019 Dream: The Bottom Line
DID YOU KNOW? Ravindra Mohabeer
I Was Never Here:
Stories about Media and
Belonging
Your VIU ElderCollege membership
Talking Arts,
covers one free admission to Seeing Ideas.
For further information contact:
Milner Gardens and Woodland Dr. Katharine Rollwagen at Katharine.Rollwagen@viu.ca
viu.ca/artsandhumanities/Arts_Humanities_Colloquium.asp
in Qualicum Beach. Support for the Colloquium is provided by Ros Davies
and by the Dean of Arts and Humanities, Dr. Ross MacKay
VIUArtsandHumanities @VIUTalkingArts
6 Nanaimo Parksville Qualicum Beach
One-Day Sessions
Vancouver Island Birds The Power Paradox: How Does Power
Everybody knows what birds are, but have you ever Work, And Why Does It Corrupt Us?
wondered how many species have been seen on
Vancouver Island, where they come from, when they This single session will be based on Dacher Keltner’s
come, and why they come? These questions and many book The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose
more will be discussed and answered through the Influence. Guy will facilitate a participatory discussion
photography of Mike Yip. about our personal experiences of power, its positive
use, its negative abuse, and its effect on our lives and
ELDH 070 S19Q01 careers.
2 hours: Tue, Feb 26; 10:00-Noon Recommended Text: The Power Paradox: How We Gain
$10 and Lose Influence by Dacher Keltner
MIKE YIP is a retired teacher who has been photographing ELDH 083
Vancouver Island birds since 2004. He wrote a bird column $10
for the North Islander for 10 years and has self-published 6
books including 3 on Vancouver Island birds. Choose one of the following sections:
i19N01 i19Q01
Planning Your Will 2 hours: Tue, Apr 16; 2 hours: Wed, Apr 24;
10:00-Noon 10:00-Noon
Planning a will involves more than filling in a form. The
Province of British Columbia recently passed the Wills, GUY DAUNCEY is a futurist who works to develop a positive
Estates and Succession Act (WESA) which replaced vision of a sustainable future, and to translate that vision into
action. He is the author or co-author of ten books, including
several statutes including the Wills Act. This overview Journey to the Future: a Better World is Possible. See www.
course will highlight the legal requirements set out in thepracticalutopian.ca
WESA as well as considering special circumstances
such as blended families, second marriages, common- Why The Arts Matter
law relationships, income tax planning, and alternate
planning techniques including joint tenancies. Music is one of the few truly universal human
phenomena and is one of the most basic and powerful
ELDS 079 S19Q01
forms of expression. Yet, there is a widespread notion
2 hours: Thu, Feb 28; 1:30-3:30 pm that the arts are somehow frills. Participants will gain
$10 a greater understanding of music in particular, and the
JOHN HOSSACK has practiced law in the Nanaimo and arts in general, and become well-equipped to advocate
Oceanside area for 40 years. His preferred fields of practice for the arts as essential to living well and as an essential
relate to Wills and Estate Planning and Administration and element of a well-rounded education.
Probate. He also lectures in the continuing education ELDH 066
program of the Canadian National Association of Real
Estate Appraisers. He is a provincial director of the Duke of $10
Edinburgh Award. Choose one of the following sections:
i19N01 i19Q01
Seats fill quickly! 2 hours: Thu, Apr 18;
1:00-3:00 pm
2 hours: Thu, May 23;
1:00-3:00 pm
ED WASIAK (PhD) is a long-time educator, musician, author,
arts advocate, and researcher, Dr. Wasiak is recognized
Visit the Nanaimo or widely as a leader in Canadian music education. He recently
retired from the University of Lethbridge where he was a
Parksville Campus or call professor of music education.
1-866-734-6252 to register.
where wisdom meets knowledge
One-Day Sessions 7
Advance Care Planning: Friendly Ghosts of the Past
Because We All Die This will be a marionette building workshop that is
An accident today, a stroke tomorrow, could leave fun and creative yet easy. No experience is required.
anyone incapable. Who will speak for you then? In three hours participants will build a marionette
Do they know your wishes? Do you? Advance Care from fabric scraps. Most materials are provided by the
Planning is the process of reflecting upon then instructor, however, donations of additional napkin
informing others of your wishes regarding accepting sized pieces of fabric would be welcome.
or foregoing specific medical interventions, etc. should ELDH 052 I19Q01
you become incapable. To be legally empowering it 3 hours: Tue, May 28; 1:00-4:00pm
must be done while you are capable. (This session
$10
provides information only, not legal advice).
INA GRIET has a Master’s degree in physical education and
ELDH 005 I19N01 health science. Since 2002 Ina has been a professional full-
2 ½ hours: Fri, Apr 26; 2:00-4:30 pm time artist painting marionettes and puppets, writing poetry
and touring with her Poetry Performance.
$10
CHRIS ARONSON is a volunteer with Nanaimo Hospice and
ElderCollege. He taught English as a Second Language at
VIU and at universities abroad until retirement. He is relieved
Do something
that his Advance Care Plan has been completed. out of the
Administering An Estate - Guidelines For ordinary— take
Executors And Administrators your grandkids
Recently the Province of British Columbia passed to university!
the Wills, Estates and Succession Act (WESA)
and introduced new Court Rules for Probate. The
procedures and forms for applying for an Estate Grant
were substantially changed. This course highlights At GrandKids University, kids aged 7 to 13
the steps that an Executor or Administrator must and their grandparents can earn ‘degrees’
take and includes determining whether or not a Will while doing fun activities on VIU’s Nanaimo
must be probated, the legal requirements for drawing campus over 2 days.
and submitting an application for an Estate Grant,
calculation of probate fees and the basic steps that every
executor or administration must be aware of. This is an
invaluable course for someone who is administering an
Thurs, July 4
Estate or who has agreed to act as an Executor.
ELDS 073 I19Q01
& Fri, July 5 2019
3 hours: Wed, May 22; 1:00-4:00 pm
$10 Call 1-866-734-6252 or go to
viu.ca/grandkids to have your
JOHN HOSSACK has practiced law in the Nanaimo and
Oceanside area for 40 years. His preferred fields of practice name added to the interest list
relate to Wills and Estate Planning and Administration and for this summer.
Probate. He also lectures in the continuing education
program of the Canadian National Association of Real
Estate Appraisers. He is a provincial director of the Duke of
Edinburgh Award.
8 Nanaimo Parksville Qualicum BeachMarch Courses
March 4 – April 12
Coal Mining History On Vancouver Island Bridge Basics 2 - The Next Step
For over one hundred years, Scottish, English, Italian, This course is not for absolute beginners but is a bridge
Croatian and Chinese miners dug the coal that basics course focused on competitive bidding. We will
lies beneath the surface of Vancouver Island from delve into when to overcall and how that differs from
Ladysmith to Port Hardy. Generations of miners an opening bid. The course will also include instruction
worked without the protection of a union; they died in on the Takeout Double, Advancing, the Law of Total
floods, explosions and cave-ins. Their families survived Tricks, and how an overcall affects the responder.
on the strength of the community. One Scottish miner
Required Text: B
ridge Basics 2, Competitive Bidding
became the wealthiest man in British Columbia and the by Audrey Grant
most hated.
ELDS 074 S19N01
ELDH 008 S19X01 (Downtown Nanaimo)
5 sessions: Mon, Mar 4-Apr 1; 1-3:30pm
6 sessions: Mon, Mar 4-Apr 8; 10:30-12:30pm
$42
$42
DORA LEE is an American Contract Bridge League Gold Life
LYNNE BOWEN is a writer and lecturer. Three of her seven Master. She has over 20 years of bridge playing experience.
books (Boss Whistle; Three Dollar Dreams; and Robert
Dunsmuir, Laird of the Mines) tell the story of coal mining on
Vancouver Island. The Near Future....Or Not
“What kind of world will our grandchildren grow
Introduction To Yoga Philosophy up in”. Several years ago, Arthur began his search
Yoga is a vast and ancient system for human wellness. for answers. This course shares his knowledge and
Here in the west, we are beginning to see some of prediction on what is coming in the Near Future.
the aspects and benefits of yoga, largely based on He presents how we got here, from the Big Bang,
the physical practice (asana). Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, biological evolution on our planet, tool making, and
Restorative and more - there are many forms and the the Agricultural Revolution up to today’s technological
terminology can be confusing. This course will provide explosion. His challenge gives participants different
an introduction to the history and purpose of yoga, ways to approach the topic and to develop new
the different forms of yoga (and their benefits), and perspectives for follow-up discussions.
guidelines for both physical and meditation. We will ELDH 077 S19N01
practice different meditation techniques in class. 6 sessions: Tue, Mar 5-Apr 9; 10:00-Noon
ELDS 057 S19Q01 $42
6 sessions: Mon, Mar 4-Apr 8; 1:00-3:00 pm ARTHUR SKOLNIK is an architect who has had a 45 year
$42 career in the area of historic preservation, urban design and
planning, archaeology and conservation.
DEBBIE NARVER has an undergraduate degree in Science,
a MBA and a MSc in International Business. She is an
experienced manager, and currently works as a strategic
management instructor and facilitator. Debbie has practiced
yoga for 15 years, and realized the benefits so much that she
went on to complete her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Certification
in 2014. She enjoys sharing her passion for yoga with others.
DID YOU KNOW?
PARKING AT THE NANAIMO CAMPUS
Parking is $3 for 3 hours when choosing
the Economy option in Lot A which is
a short walk to most classes.
March Courses March 4 – April 12 9Good Bugs/Bad Bugs JACQUIE COTTINGHAM is a retired faculty member of the
Academic Studies department at Confederation College,
In the last five years there’s been a scientific revolution Thunder Bay Ontario. She has co-facilitated this course
in understanding of the human microbiome - the with the late Dr. Abe Arkoff, Professor Emeritus, University
trillions of bacteria that live in and on us, and are of Hawaii Manoa Campus, for many summers. She was
nominated by her peers and then selected by the committee
now known to be essential for normal development for the NISOD (National Institute for Staff and Organizational
and function of our brain, immune systems and Development) Award of Excellence in 2007.
metabolism. Learn how medical science is taking
the first baby steps that will lead to powerful new Writing From Life New to Nanaimo!
approaches to obesity, diabetes, asthma, allergies and,
perhaps, autism. This 3-part course is designed to help experienced and
novice writers to mine their life experiences for stories
ELDS 061 S19Q01 and scenes to convert into memoir, stories, and poetry
6 sessions: Tue, Mar 5-Apr 9; 1:00-3:00 pm or personal essays. Participants will enjoy lively sessions
$42 using prompts, brainstorming, discussion, in-class
JOHN NORTH received his PhD in Immunology from the
writing and group feedback. The instructor will provide
University of Cambridge, England. He spent the majority of useful writing techniques and strategies along with
his career developing novel pharmaceuticals, retiring after motivation and support for writers at all levels.
nearly a decade leading a UBC spin-off biotech company.
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In/Equality: An Alternative Anthropology 3 sessions: Wed, Mar 6-20; 10:00-Noon
$26.25
Explore a short introduction to Anthropology which
will provide you with a framework for thinking and LOIS PETERSON has published eight children’s novels and
learning about other societies and about your own. numerous articles, essays and short stories for adults. She
has taught creative writing for more than 20 years at the
It is about learning to see in a new way through a community, primary/high school and college level.
different, hopefully clearer, pair of glasses. It is about an
anthropological understanding of the world, particularly Learn Mah Jong
the world of societies like our own, where some people
have far more power and wealth than others. Sharpen your thinking skills and have fun learning the
challenging game of Chinese Mah Jong. You will learn
ELDN 086 S19N01 the western version of this ancient game. You will have
6 sessions: Tue, Mar 5-Apr 9; 1:00-3:00 pm the opportunity to learn some of the basic and most
$42 popular hands and enjoy practicing your new skills in
DAVID ALIAGA has a BA (Anthropology) and an MA
groups of 3 or 4.
(Interdisciplinary Studies) from the University of Calgary. ELDS 039 S19N01
He has conducted migration field research among migrants
in Italy and Canada, and enjoys teaching anthropology, 7 sessions: Wed, Mar 6-Apr 10; 1:00-3:30 pm
sociology and Latin American studies. $42
RHONDDA SELLARS has played Mah Jong for over 10 years
Interpersonal Communication Skills and has taught many students who now enjoy the game on a
This workshop is intended for anyone who is weekly basis. Currently she enjoys playing Mah Jong several
hours per week and is happy to share this exciting and
interested in developing skills and tools necessary rewarding pastime with her students.
to communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
Have you ever said Yes when you meant No? Are you
comfortable dealing with conflict, advocating for
yourself or others, initiating and ending conversations,
standing up for yourself or recognizing mind games?
Join us as we develop the confidence to design and
DID YOU KNOW?
VIU ElderCollege membership
create our personal toolbox.
has perks!
ELDH 073 S19Q01
3 sessions: Wed, Mar 6-20; 9:30-12:30pm $4 off adult admission
$26.25 to Deep Bay Marine Field Station
JACQUIE COTTINGHAM (bio con’t...)
10 Nanaimo Parksville Qualicum BeachLaw For Seniors Bringing The World To
Protect yourself and your loved ones. Discuss will Milner Gardens And Woodlands
preparation, probate and estate administration and VIU’s Milner Gardens and Woodlands has been rated
adult guardianship. Topics covered will include effects one of the top gardens in Canada. In partnership with
of dying intestate, legal requirements, appointing Vancouver Island rhododendron clubs, the Greig
executors and guardians, the duties and powers of Rhododendron Species Garden has recently opened at
executors, estate assets and liabilities, legacies and Milner Gardens and Woodlands. This unique garden
bequests, family trusts and living wills. has been designed to explore the incredibly diverse
ELDP 021 S19Q01 world of the genus Rhododendron. There is far more
6 sessions: Wed, Mar 6-Apr 10; 1:30-3:30 pm to this far-ranging genus that you ever imagined. This
$42
course will include a classroom session and subsequent
tour of the new garden.
JOHN HOSSACK has practiced law in the Nanaimo and
Oceanside area for 40 years. His preferred fields of practice ELDH 076 S19X01 (Qualicum Beach)
relate to Wills and Estate Planning and Administration and 2 sessions: Wed, Apr 17-24; 1:00-3:00 pm
Probate. He also lectures in the continuing education
program of the Canadian National Association of Real $25
Estate Appraisers. He is a provincial director of the Duke of JOHN DENISEGER is a retired aquatic biologist (BC Premiers
Edinburgh Award. Legacy Award), outdoor enthusiast and avid gardener. He is
a member of the Milner Gardens and Woodland Board, and
Reading Literature In Translation: former president of the Nanaimo Rhododendron Society.
Henrik Ibsen
Ethical Implications
The Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen wrote his
wonderful plays in Danish as was customary in 19th
Of Religious Spiritual Practices
century Scandinavia. Since then, most of Ibsen’s readers All religions have spiritual practices that nurture
and spectators read and hear his plays in translation. adherents as they support the respective belief system.
In this course, we ask what it means to read literature In our multi-cultural pluralistic society, all faiths are
in translation. Is something lost or something gained? but one voice among the many. Thus, one might ask;
Alternatively, is all language “translated” in some what use is any religious practice? This course considers
way? How do you read a play when the audience is some basic distinctives of eight world religions and
the reader? Please read the editor’s introduction of the a basic overview of spiritual practices asking if these
Required Text in preparation for the first class. experiences promote an ethic that benefits our society.
Required Text: Required Text:
A Doll’s House and Other Plays Paperback – Sep 13 2016 God Is Not One: The Eight Rival Religions That Run the
by Henrik Ibsen (Author), Tore Rem (Editor, Introduction), World and Why Their Differences Matter by Stephen
and Deborah Dawkin and Erik Skuggevik (translators). Prothero (2010)
ELDH 081 S19Q01 ELDH 072 S19N01
6 sessions: Wed, Mar 6-Apr 10; 3:45-5:45 pm 6 sessions: Thu, Mar 7-Apr 11; 10:00-Noon
$42 $42
GLORIA MARTINS (BA SFU) worked as a teaching assistant DR. JACK DUCKWORTH (B.Mus, Dip.CS., M.Div., D.Min) has
for the English Department at SFU while completing the spent over 25 years in Christian mission with extensive
course requirements for her master’s degree. cross-culturally multi-generational experience in Canada
and internationally through module teaching international
students in Eastern Europe and The Netherlands.
Grandparents can help too.
Make sure your family knows about the
Canada Learning Bond.
If your grandchild was born in 2004 or later and their family receives the
National Child Benefit Supplement, they are eligible for up to $2,000 of
free money for the child’s education after high school.
For more info visit viu.ca/clb
March Courses March 4 – April 12 11Painted To Abstraction A Theory Of Everything - Made Easy
Learn some basic art elements and techniques, view The recent discovery of a fifth force of nature and the
examples of modern abstract art, then venture on to “Higgs particle” a few years ago, have had momentous
create your own. Abstract expressionism, geometric implications about the structure of everything in the
universe. Modern physics is closer today to a “Theory
abstraction, minimalism, action and avant-garde of Everything”, the basic shape of which confirms that
art, for example, will be explored. Don’t worry about we live in a cosmic sea of beauty and wonder, where
drawing perfect figures - be creative! Enjoy learning anything is possible. This series will focus on leading
from one another, and have fun! All levels invited. ideas of modern physics, but requires no mathematics.
Complete several projects in this short time frame, You may, however, be required to suspend disbelief.
using a variety of mediums. The instructor will provide ELDQ 061 S19N01
all materials (except brushes) for a $35 fee which is due
6 sessions: Thu, Mar 7-Apr 11; 1:00-3:00 pm
at the first class.
$42
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RUSSELL MCNEIL PhD, studies pioneered a LIDAR technology
6 sessions: Thu, Mar 7-Apr 11; 10:00-Noon which was later deployed to measure the atmosphere of
$42 Mars (“Phoenix” mission, 2010). Russell’s work as a science
journalist included documentaries for PBS and work in News
TERRI BOWEN, (B.Ed., MA, Master Graphologist), a retired for CBC TV and Radio. His Liberal Studies teaching career at
principal of a Fine Arts school in Calgary, is a four-time Grand VIU included an interest in Greek philosophy, and his book
Aggregate Arts Award winner from our local Lighthouse “The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius, Selections Annotated
Country. She works in many mediums and formats, including and Explained” was published in 2008.
mural painting.
Understanding America
P-Art-Ners
(1898 To Present)
Involve yourself in the world of couples who are or were
This course will attempt to develop a better
famously or infamously involved in the art world. We
understanding of America by looking at its historical
will examine the lives of Jackson Pollock/Lee Krasner; development from 1898 to the present. Key figures,
Georgia O’Keefe/George Stieglitz; and Diego Rivera/ critical events and central ideas that have all had a role in
Frida Kahlo. The first instructional hour of each class defining the American experience and shaping its society,
is followed by painting in the style of these artists, with culture and institutions will be explored and examined.
guidance from Terri. The instructor will provide all ELDH 060 S19Q01
materials (except brushes) for a $35 fee which is due at
6 sessions: Thu, Mar 7-Apr 11; 1:00-3:00 pm
the first class.
$42
ELDH 056 S19Q01
BRETT BOWEN attended the University of Calgary for both his
6 sessions: Thu, Mar 7-Apr 11; 1:00-3:00 pm undergraduate and graduate degrees. Upon graduation he
$42 began work with the Calgary Board of Education as (primarily)
a teacher of Social Studies, Humanities, and History.
TERRI BOWEN (B.Ed., MA, Master Graphologist), a retired
principal of a Fine Arts school in Calgary, is a four-time Grand
Aggregate Arts Award winner from our local Lighthouse Austen And Woolf
Country. She works in many mediums and formats, including Working on what she famously termed her “little bit
mural painting. two inches wide of ivory” Jane Austen rarely let death
intrude and certainly never mentioned the Napoleonic
wars. Virginia Woolf dealt with both death and war
Celebrating but she too has been criticized for limited social
scope. This course will contrast the always domestic
25
and conventional Austen with the often domestic
and experimental Woolf to probe the ways in which a
confined space can contain the world.
ELDH 080 S19Q01
8 sessions: Thu, Mar 7-Apr 25; 3:30-5:30 pm
$52.50
years in the community SANDRA WALKER has a PhD in English from the University
of Toronto and taught mature students at York University’s
Atkinson College for twenty years. She enjoys exploring with
like-minded people whatever literary subject strikes her fancy.
12 Nanaimo Parksville Qualicum BeachRe-Inventing Yourself Meditation For Health
In Your Later Years And Wellbeing New to Parksville!
“Retirement? What retirement? I’m busier than I’ve ever What are the scientific facts about the different methods
been!” These words are becoming increasingly common of meditation? Why and how does it work? The enormous
for many people in their 60s, 70s, 80s or even 90s! proven benefits, especially for seniors, can easily be
Whether it is finding new ways to volunteer, pursuing discovered through a simple practice. Discover what
new interests or even starting new careers, more and works best for you. The instructor provides the theory and
more seniors are using their retirement to re-invent the methods of practice. You may find out what works for
themselves. This course will explore this trend and offer you in the comfort and privacy of your home.
guidance and resources to support participants in their ELDH 033 S19Q01
own “re-invention”.
6 sessions: Fri, Mar 8-Apr 12; 1:00-3:00 pm
ELDH 075 S19N01
$42
6 sessions: Fri, Mar 8-Apr 12; 10:00-Noon
ARIE VANDER REYDEN has a BA, BFA, MA, Ed D and taught
$42 on several continents about the possible future of the
Earth and people. He has also written several books and
DON GIBERSON is a professional Life and Business Coach.
presented workshops on this subject.
Since 2004 clients in over 60 countries have used his
programs to “re-invent” themselves. Don recently underwent
his own “re-invention”, moving to a new province, starting a Retirement Planning New to Nanaimo!
new career and launching several new community initiatives.
Most Canadians retiring today do so without a written
Retirement Plan and therefore don’t really know if they
Whither Sovereignty
are on track. This course will cover many of the decisions
The course examines the evolution of sovereignty and questions you need to consider including: pension
from the time of its initial concept in the sixteenth plan options; early CPP; RRSP conversion; retirement
century and challenges some of the assumptions about allowance options; cash flow; how long investments will
the identifiable elements of the nation. The nature of last; and how inflation will affect your retirement. A plan
sovereignty has been influenced by the evolution of gives you permission to spend your money.
social dynamics, increasingly globalised economics,
ELDH 043 S19N01
accelerating technological change and shifting cultural
(as opposed to national) affiliations. The effect of these 3 sessions: Fri, Mar 8-22; 1:00-3:00 pm
influences questions the utility of sovereignty to serve $26.25
the needs and aspirations of people in various societies. STUART KIRK is a Senior Wealth Advisor with 26 years of
ELDH 084 S19Q01 experience. He holds the Canadian Investment Manager
(CIM) designation from the Canadian Securities Institute
6 sessions: Fri, Mar 8-Apr 12; 10:00-Noon (CSI).
$42
MICHAEL A WANSINK (Colonel Ret’d) CD, BA, Msc. After
The Wages Of War
a career in the RCAF, Mike has been involved in several There has been media attention recently to the
international peace efforts for the Canadian government. He problems military veterans face after their military
served one term as a town councillor in Qualicum Beach as well
as a member of the Board of ElderCollege from 2010-2012. service is over. This course seeks to build understanding
of the unique challenges that confront the new
generation of Canadian military veterans. Through
lectures, discussion, and some video, we will examine
the following topics: definition of a veteran; recruitment
VIU ElderCollege and training; military culture; the experience of war
Gift Certificates Available Now! and post-traumatic stress disorder.
ELDH 079 S19N01
Any amount! 6 sessions: Fri, Mar 8-Apr 12; 1:00-3:00 pm
Can be applied to all ElderCollege courses! $42
Call or visit the Parksville Campus ANNE IRWIN holds a PhD in Social Anthropology from the
University of Manchester. A veteran herself, she has spent
to buy one today. many years studying military culture, and has conducted field
research with a Battle Group in Afghanistan.
March Courses March 4 – April 12 13MAY COURSES
Apr 3 – June 19
Bridge 1 Salish Sea Explorations
This course is an introduction to basic bidding and play We will explore key issues and practices that have
using the Standard American 5-Card Major system. It profoundly influenced the history and development
is intended for both beginners and those who have not of the Strait of Georgia, the northern arm of the
played Bridge for some time and wish to re-learn this Salish Sea. We will base our investigations on Howard
currently used system. Homework is expected. Macdonald Stewart’s (2017) text: Views of the Salish
Sea - One Hundred and Fifty Years of Change around
Recommended Text: Bridge Basics 1: An Introduction
by Audrey Grant the Strait of Georgia. Each week, we will discuss one
or two chapters of the book. A question to consider:
ELDP 070 i19N01
What can we, as ordinary educated citizens, do to help
6 sessions: Wed, April 3-May 8; 9:30-Noon ensure the healthy future of the Salish Sea?
$42
Required Text:
BRIAN ATKINSON an architect by profession, has played Views of the Salish Sea - One Hundred and Fifty Years
Bridge throughout the world: under a hanging car headlamp of Change around the Strait of Georgia
while bombs dropped overhead in Iraq; in the rain forests of by Howard Macdonald Stewart
Costa Rica; and beside the Mekong River in Laos, amongst
ELDH 050 i19Q01
other places.
6 sessions: Tue, Apr 30-Jun 4; 10:00-Noon
Don’t Be Fooled By Statistics $42
This course offers an overview of statistics commonly NANCY RANDALL taught at the elementary, middle school,
used by people and organizations to convince the public senior secondary, undergraduate, and post-graduate university
of some position. A careful review will be conducted of levels. She particularly enjoys facilitating robust discussions
and is thoroughly enjoying the ElderCollege experience.
errors and omissions made in these attempts.
ELDH 068 i19N01 The Power To Control Evolution
3 sessions: Tue, Apr 30-May 14; 10:00-Noon One of the defining characteristics of our species
$26.25 is its drive to discover. For most of our species’
DANIEL LORDAHL (Ph.D.) Psychology, Univ. of Wisconsin history, humans have been subjected to slow, often
(Madison) was a faculty member at Washington Univ., Univ. of imperceptible evolutionary changes exerted by the
Miami, Fla. State Univ. and finished his formal career at Brock natural world. Now, as a result of gene editing, we find
Univ. Daniel has expertise in human thinking, experimental ourselves in the position of controlling the focus and
design, and statistics.
Love of Learning
intensity of those pressures. What will we do with this
unfathomable power? Based partially on the book by
Jennifer Doudna’s A Crack in Creation; Gene Editing
The Love of Learning program allows you and the Unthinkable Power to Control Evolution.
to audit university courses which have Recommended Text:
unfilled seats. A Crack in Creation; Gene Editing and the Unthinkable
• No exams or assignments Power to Control Evolution by Jennifer Doudna
• Wide selection of academic courses ELDH 085
at a discount
• $99 per 3-credit course + student union, $42
services and activity fees Choose one of the following sections:
• Simply for the Love of Learning! i19X01: i19X02:
Visit: viu.ca/love-of-learning or 6 sessions: Wed, 6 sessions: Wed,
call 250.740.6400 for more details. May 1-Jun 5; 10:00-Noon May 1-Jun 5; 1:30-3:30 pm
Classes start Jan. 7 ANNE TOBY received her PhD in Genetics from Simon
Fraser University. Initially a research scientist, she became Co-
APPLY NOW! ordinator of Co-operative Education in the Faculty of Science at
SFU. Her other career passion is teaching science to lay people.
14 Nanaimo Parksville Qualicum BeachSeniors’ Safety Bridge 1: Play And Learn
The first session of this three week course, Home This course is for people who have completed Bridge
and Personal Safety and Financial Security and 1, or those with some recent experience, but feel they
Counterfeits, covers how to keep yourself safe in your need a little more practice before introducing their
home and when you leave. Financial safety includes Bridge talents to the world. Each session will contain
identity theft and counterfeit money. The second the bidding and playing of predetermined hands
session deals with Frauds and Scams, Internet and followed by a review and discussion of the bidding and
Cyber Crime, and Privacy and Security on Facebook. play. The instructor will base comments on the bidding
The last session will be a detailed discussion on Elder standards of the American Contract Bridge League.
Abuse, signs of abuse, who abuses, and the best ways
Recommended Text: Bridge At A Glance
to help people you think may be suffering from Elder by Audrey Grant
Abuse and what resources are available.
ELDR 015 i19N01
ELDH 020 i19Q01
6 sessions: Wed, May 15-June 19; 9:30-Noon
3 sessions: Wed, May 1-15; 1:00-3:00 pm
$42
$26.25
BRIAN ATKINSON, an architect by profession, has played
DANA WOON has a Degree in Law and Justice with a minor bridge throughout the world: under a hanging car headlamp
in Gerontology, 26 years working in the financial service while bombs dropped overhead in Iraq; in the rain forests of
industries and 13 years volunteering in the community. Costa Rica; and beside the Mekong River in Laos, amongst
other places.
Write On!
You love to travel and want to share your experiences
with friends, family or perhaps even for publication.
Through group discussions, interactive exercises and
hands-on assignments, this four-session travel writing
course will include topics such as idea generation,
research, adding colour and atmosphere to your articles.
ELDH 047 i19Q01
4 sessions: Fri, May 3-24; 1:00-3:00 pm
$31.50
MANDY TRICKETT is a freelance travel writer who has lived
and worked in 12 countries on four continents. Ttrained as a
long haul tour director, she has directed international travel
programs and worked as a travel counselor. Mandy’s articles
have appeared in newspapers, magazines and websites
around the world from South Africa to Sweden.
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there’s a way.
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May Courses April 3– June 19 15VIU Student Spa Clinic
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be open for Esthetic services
Nov 20, 2018 to January 10, 2019
Feb 13, 2018 to April 17, 2019
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Discover how to search for your roots, your family history
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