Instructor: CHESTER SCHAEFER

instructor

CHESTER SCHAEFER

Historian Chris Schaefer is the author of an award-winning documentary movie, Forgotten Soldiers, and the non-fiction book Bataan Diary, both about World War II in the Pacific. He teaches courses about the history of the Middle East and is currently researching a new book about the rise and causes of terrorism. Previously, Chris was founder and president of an information technology company that served clients in north America, Europe and the Middle East. He holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Texas A&M University.

CHESTER SCHAEFER is currently teaching:

Class Title Semester Date(s) Program
Israel and Palestine Summer 5/21/24 - 6/25/24 Osher Lifelong Learning

CHESTER SCHAEFER has previously taught:

  • World War II in the Pacific: Before Bataan and After
  • Saudi Arabia: The Kingdom
  • Iran: Its History, People, Politics, and Religion
  • Special Osher Lecture for Utah Presents: Bassem Youssef
  • ISIS and Other Terrorists