 Osher Lifelong Learning Institute LecturesThese lectures are free and open to the 50 and over public. RSVP is not required. Lunch and Learn lectures are wonderful opportunities to meet some Osher members and experience a bit of the program first hand. Bring a friend and a brown bag lunch and join us for these informative, interesting lectures! Come early to enjoy your lunch and visit before the lecture starts. Speakers start promptly at noon.
Out from Behind the Counter ... Ask the Pharmacist! Learn from a pharmacist some insider information on ways to get the most benefit and safety from prescription and over-the-counter medications. The presenter will address common myths and misconceptions about medications and provide recommendations for common ailments. Sara is originally from Tennessee and moved to Utah in 2006. She currently works as a clinical pharmacist at The University of Utah Thrombosis Center, where she manages patients taking blood thinner medications. Trials and Tribulations of a Newspaper Columnist Learn what the world of a newspaper columnist is like. Peg McIntee will share her experiences covering or directing coverage of many big news stories in Utah. Peg began her career at the Salt Lake bureau of The Associated Press in 1982 as a summer relief staffer. She was an AP newswoman for 12 years and an editor at The Salt Lake Tribune for 15 years. She is currently the paper's metro columnist. Why Humans Need to Preserve Animals That Can Eat Them Large carnivores have been reviled, persecuted and driven to the brink of extinction. We now know that we need them and face the task of making room in the world for them once more. Why must we preserve them and what will this require? Kirk Robinson is a Utah native with a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Cincinnati and a J.D. from The University of Utah. He taught philosophy at various institutions for a number of years, including The University of Utah, before getting involved in wildlife conservation full time. Kirk is the founder of Western Wildlife Conservancy (WWC). The mission of WWC is the preservation of habitat and protection of wildlife species native to the Intermountain West through research, education and advocacy, with a particular focus on large carnivores. The Library in 2010 Arriving in 2008, Beth Elder was new to Salt Lake City and her role as the Director of the Salt Lake City Public Library. She will share her perception of how the City's unique character has shaped the Library's support and success. Before joining the City Library, Ms. Elder served in a wide variety of roles at the Denver Public Library including the Director of Public Services and Director of Planning. Prior to her library career, Ms. Elder owned her own successful children's bookstore. Ms. Elder holds a BS in Early Childhood/Human Development from the University of Vermont and an MLS from Emporia State University. Swan Lake – The Evolution of Classical
Ballet Learn how classical ballet has changed in the past 200 years – specifically, Swan Lake. How did an outlandish fairy tale become a quintessential classical ballet? Adam Sklute has been the Artistic Director of Ballet West since 2007. Prior to that time, he was with The Joffrey Ballet for nearly 25 years, moving from Dancer to Ballet Master to Associate Artistic Director. A finalist judge for the Youth America Grand Prix, Mr. Sklute is also a guest teacher and coach for dance programs and workshops nationwide, including The School at Jacob's Pillow. Understanding & Overcoming Muscle Pain & Dysfunction Chronic muscle pain can often be alleviated with targeted muscle therapy. Join us for this lecture from an expert in this field. The lecture includes an explanation of how muscles and fascia work and how trigger points, neurological tightness, and adhesions develop, cause pain, and can be eliminated. Steve is a specialist in kinesiology and biomechanics, neuromuscular rehabilitation, musculoskeletal anatomy, and trigger point therapy. In 2002, he founded the Center for Muscle Therapy in Salt Lake City. His practice focuses on helping people in chronic muscle pain. He also works with athletes to rehabilitate injuries and improve performance including Olympic athletes, cyclists and runners, and University of Utah student athletes. Steve has taught myofascial pain syndrome to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd year residents at The University of Utah Medical School. He has also taught both myofascial physiology and hands-on techniques to student sports trainers at the University of Utah. For eight years he taught Sports Massage at the Myotherapy College of Utah. |
