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Join author James Marquart as he shares his story of buying the home of a convicted murderer. You will hear details of the crime's investigation, along with the trial and sentencing. James will even share details of his correspondence with the perpetrator, who currently resides in prison. The lecture will conclude with a discussion of "authors vs. criminals", much like the situation involving Truman Capote in his historic book "In Cold Blood".
On Campus Session
- Section Code: F25FSFPGL006A
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Instructor: James Marquart
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Dates: 10/24/2025 - 10/24/2025
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Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: F
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Building: Annie Richardson Bass
Room: 1004
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The court-appointed lawyer for a hit man charged with the capital murder of a husband, wife and 14-month old baby so the wife's brother could inherit a $400,000 estate will present the case facts, the jury trial, the appeal, and the aftermath of a highly publicized Harris County case that had more twists and turns than could be imagined.
On Campus Session
- Section Code: F25FSFPGL015A
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Instructor: Ken Sparks
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Dates: 10/17/2025 - 10/17/2025
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Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: F
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Building: Annie Richardson Bass
Room: 1004
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This course will cover the history of the lakes along the Trinity River and the levees in Fort Worth. We'll discuss what determines the lake levels that provide the water supply for Fort Worth and surrounding cities. Finally, we'll learn why the Panther Island project is being built.
On Campus Session
- Section Code: F25FSFPGL012A
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Instructor: Mary Beth Lampe
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Dates: 9/16/2025 - 9/23/2025
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Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Sessions: 2
Days: Tu
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Building: Secrest Wible
Room: 119
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I break down the newly passed elections legislation from the 89th Texas Legislative session and how it will impact elections in Tarrant County.
On Campus Session
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A person accused of the capital murder of his 10-year old niece was arrested, shocked with a cattle prod numerous times, and signed a written confession to the crime. After the death penalty was assessed, this mistreatment caused a motion for new trial to be granted and resulted in a federal indictment of the police officers involved. At the second trial he received another death sentence, but the case was reversed after a novel ruling by an appellate court.
Trinity Terrace
- Section Code: F25FSFPGL018A
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Instructor: Ken Sparks
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Dates: 12/3/2025 - 12/3/2025
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Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Sessions: 1
Days: W
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Building: Trinity Terrace
Room: Longhorn Room
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Meet Scott and Jean Batty, who raised their son Theo, age 27, born with Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus, through six different states. Learn how a "vision statement" written when Theo was three years old, ultimately determined his success. Disability history, including the Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) in 1990 will be detailed. Scott, a former Army transplant surgeon will detail specific surgical procedures that helped ensure Theo's self sufficiency. Jean will cover her advocacy efforts including a successful civil rights victory over a former school district in Massachusetts and the creation of an ADA Transition Plan for a town of 20,000. A sibling perspective will be shared by sister Eliza. All important disability etiquette will also be explored.
On Campus Session
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Presentation of current economic and political events with a view to understand both sides (conservative and progressive). This course will be facilitated by various members of Braver Angels.
Online Zoom Session
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Dr. Johnny Nhan shares his unique perspective as a college professor who has taught and researched policing for over 20 years and as a police officer. He has taught a number of undergraduate and graduate students, including law enforcement officers. His notable students include the police chiefs of Grand Prairie and Fort Worth. In 2020, he decided to experience policing for himself, where he graduated from a police academy and works as a reserve officer for Fort Worth Police Department. This talk explores what the research says and what it is really like to experience policing.
On Campus Session
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