This seminar focuses on Peter Brown’s biography of Augustine, a work that not only illuminates Augustine's life but also offers profound insights into the dilemmas of living in any era. Our discussions will cover a broad range of topics, reflecting the challenges Augustine faced in his time. Participation requires engagement with the readings, not selective focus on personal preferences. We will explore controversies within the context of Augustine's historical and cultural environment, which differs significantly from the 21st century. Each session will be guided by reflections on our readings.

In this course we will discuss and analyze the development of the English language, particularly in the United States, including grammar, usage, slang and idioms.

This novel offers a powerful combination of Fate's twists and turns in Hardy's corner of Southwest England. We'll supplement the novel with helpful references to Hardy's poetry and biography as we engage with some of his most memorable characters. Any edition of the novel will do.

Join international operatic tenor and retired ND Professor Mark Beudert (live) and the legendary Leonard Bernstein (on video) as we make the workings of classical music understandable. You will be AMAZED at how much you learn!

In the last year, two books written by South Bend authors have been published. The first is ARA by Mark Hubbard about the life of the legendary Notre Dame football coach. The second is Mr. Churchill in the White House by Robert Schmuhl, retired ND professor, about the British Prime Minister's visits there during two presidencies. The course will discuss each book for five weeks.

We will focus on 3 plays, spending 1 week talking about the play, looking at parts of a movie or You Tube version; 1 week taking parts and beginning to read it; 1 week reading the whole play. We may choose to do a staged reading for friends the final week. Barb Thomas will also be instructing during the course.