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- A Philosophy for Living: Section 1
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Follow Epictetus's concept of the study of philosophy – study, yes, but go live your life as well. This discussion class is about understanding why and how we choose to respond to life every day. How or when did we decide what is important to us in living our lives? Not our purpose, but what is the basis of our decisions for living a meaningful, fulfilling life?
Please register for only one section.
This class counts toward the 3-class limit.
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- A Philosophy for Living: Section 2
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Follow Epictetus's concept of the study of philosophy – study, yes, but go live your life as well. This discussion class is about understanding why and how we choose to respond to life every day. How or when did we decide what is important to us in living our lives? Not our purpose, but what is the basis of our decisions for living a meaningful, fulfilling life?
Please register for only one section.
This class counts toward the 3-class limit.
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- Human Evolution
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Are you wondering if some of your friends are part Neanderthal? Was Herb Caen correct when he intimated that Chico is the cradle of civilization? We'll address these questions after a brief introduction to such topics as DNA, natural and artificial selection, and genetics. We can even discuss the question of whether or not we're still evolving and where our species might be heading regardless of the outcome of the next election.
All materials necessary for class discussion will be provided by email or by direction to readily accessible, free online resources.
This class counts toward the 3-class limit.
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- Solving Moral Dilemmas
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Instructor: Becky White
Dates: 9/14/2026 - 11/16/2026
Days: M
Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Sessions: 9
Location: The Social Chico (opens in new tab)
Room: Gordon 1
Fee for À La Carte Members: $55.00
Fee for Unlimited Members: Included
In this class you will learn the nature and characteristics of a moral or ethical dilemma, along with a technique for identifying, addressing, and solving the dilemma. New dilemmas will be provided for each class period. You will be encouraged, but not required, to bring your own suitably anonymized dilemmas to class for discussion and analysis.
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- Spiritual Principles
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Spiritual principles are ways of being, doing, and thinking that help us move through life with greater awareness. They are an inner compass helping us to respond to challenges with clarity and purpose. These are fundamental truths from many traditions.
We will explore the following principles this term: acceptance and letting go, forgiveness for self, gratitude reboot, everything is energy, and divine paradox.
This class counts toward the 3-class limit.
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- Thoughts, Beliefs, Values, and Awareness: Section 1
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The way we live our lives is a reflection of our inner being. This class is for those who want to have a deeper, more fulfilling personal life. There will be writing and discussion exercises that will help get you more in touch with your inner self. We will explore avenues for insights into the question, "Who am I?"
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- Thoughts, Beliefs, Values, and Awareness: Section 2
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The way we live our lives is a reflection of our inner being. This class is for those who want to have a deeper, more fulfilling personal life. There will be writing and discussion exercises that will help get you more in touch with your inner self. We will explore avenues for insights into the question, "Who am I?"
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