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Forever Learning Institute



History and Politics

Tue12 Great Decisions 2026
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Tue12 Great Decisions 2026

$55

with Paul Stevenson, M.A.

Calendar Mar 3, 2026 at 9:30 am, runs for 8 weeks

Great Decisions is a national discussion program created by the Foreign Policy Association. Each year eight timely topics are chosen for the creation of a short video and classroom discussion materials. Interested students will watch a topic video each week, followed by instructor-led discussion. The 2026 topics are America and the World: Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy, Trump Tariffs and the Future of the World Economy, U.S.-China Relations, Ruptured Alliances and the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation, Ukraine and the Future of European Security, Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order, U.S. Engagement of Africa, The Future of Human Rights and International Law.

Tue20 President Kennedy Assassination:  Unwrapping the Crime of the Century
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Tue20 President Kennedy Assassination: Unwrapping the Crime of the Century

$55

with Jack Gordon, Ed.D.

Calendar Mar 3, 2026 at 11:20 am, runs for 8 weeks

It has been more than 60 years since President Kennedy was assassinated in Dallas. This class will review the official investigations, media coverage, examination of the medical evidence, photos and films, various theories, and an assumption that the truth about this tragedy still matters in 2026.

Tue28 Of Time and Textile
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Tue28 Of Time and Textile

$55

with Connie Peterson-Miller

Calendar Mar 3, 2026 at 1 pm, runs for 10 weeks

Bring your latest needlework project and come form a hearth circle. Each session we’ll explore a range of topics: the history of knitting in America; when some needles went to war and others stayed home to mend or protest; knits and knitters of fame, infamy and anonymity; knitting traditions from around the world; science of the spin, and more. Class time will include hands-on demonstrations, light refreshments and perhaps a sing-along or two.

Wed17 Poland's Struggles to Regain Independence
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Wed17 Poland's Struggles to Regain Independence

$55

with Robert Jankowski, MBA

Calendar Mar 4, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 10 weeks

A look at Poland's many rebellions and revolutions to regain independence. Includes heroes of the American Revolution, Napoleon and many other notable figures from history.

Wed25 A History of the White House - Part II
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Wed25 A History of the White House - Part II

$55

with William Gilroy, M.A., M.S.

Calendar Mar 4, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 10 weeks

The White House is both the seat of executive power in the United States as well as a family residence. This course will span the period from the presidency of Abraham Lincoln to the present. We will examine both the physical alterations and historic moments of the White House, as well as the experiences of the families that have called it home.

Wed29 From Rasputin to Putin-Part 2
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Wed29 From Rasputin to Putin-Part 2

$55

with David Stefancic, Ph.D.

Calendar Mar 4, 2026 at 12:10 pm, runs for 10 weeks

This Russian history class picks up with Stalin and continues to Putin.

Wed40 Why Studebaker Failed
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Wed40 Why Studebaker Failed

$55

with Leighton Schmitt

Calendar Mar 4, 2026 at 3 pm, runs for 5 weeks

In 1959 Studebaker earned a record profit of over $28 million. Just 4 years later the plant was closed for good. What happened? Join for this sweeping history meets business class and learn what led to the end of the line for South Bend's once largest employer.

Thu20 Understanding Israel: Its People, its History and the Struggle for Survival and Peace
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Thu20 Understanding Israel: Its People, its History and the Struggle for Survival and Peace

$35

with Bob Feferman, B.A.

Calendar Mar 5, 2026 at 11 am, runs for 6 weeks

Learn about modern Israel through presenters Bob Feferman, former Community Relations Director, Omer Karavani, Israeli Emissary, and Jordan Price, Programming Director for the Jewish Federation of St. Joseph Valley. In the 1st session Omer will present, "My Israeli Story", which tells his personal story and that of his family. The 2nd session will be an overview of the Jews of the Middle East, and the 3rd session will be on "Israel the Melting Pot?" The 4th session, presented by Jordan Price, will discuss the history of the city of Safed, a center of Jewish mysticism in the 16th century. The last 2 sessions are titled, "Israel: A Struggle for Survival and Peace". Classes will meet: March 5th, March 12th, March 19th, April 16th, April 23rd. April 30th.





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