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  • "Fri-Yay" Fitness Club
  • Fee: $30.00
    Course Number: LIF003L
    Dates: 6/13/2025 - 7/18/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 5
    Building: UNL - East Campus Recreation and Wellness Center
    Room: Room 110
    Instructor: Ethan Priebe
    Facilitator: David Dyke
    Seats Left: 23

    Enjoy the “golden years” with a healthy and strong body. Meet with a certified personal trainer to discover ways to incorporate physical activity and fitness into your daily life. All sessions will be broken into two main components: education and activity. Topics will include functional fitness, cardio training, strength training, flexibility training, balance exercises and core work. Modifications will be provided for all activities. Copies of the workouts will be provided to all participants so exercises can be done at home. Please wear comfortable work out attire and tennis shoes.

    All participants must submit the Health Questionnaire and UNL Rec Center Waiver before beginning the workouts. The OLLI office will email electronic forms to fill out online and electronically sign prior to the first class. 

    Note dates: Skip July 4th.
 

  • A Night Under the Stars at Branched Oak Observatory
  • Fee: $15.00
    Course Number: SCI052L
    Dates: 6/26/2025 - 6/26/2025
    Times: 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Branched Oak Observatory
    Room:
    Instructor: Brian Sivill, Michael Sibbernsen
    Facilitator: Clay Farris Naff
    Seats Left: 29

    Join OLLI members on an evening field trip to the Branched Oak Observatory (BOO) in nearby Raymond for an unforgettable astronomical experience. We will meet experienced professional and amateur astronomers, deepen our understanding of astronomy and see for ourselves the deep-space wonders of the night sky. If conditions are favorable, we will peer through telescopes at various stars, clusters, and galaxies, including the mighty Milky Way. If clouds get in the way or the temperature plummets, we will gather in the heated educational center and see stored images. This first-rate observatory is equipped with state-of-the-art telescopes, including one that helps low-vision people see images on their tablets or phones if they’re unable to view through the scope. We will come away with fresh knowledge and a new appreciation of the vast and varied universe overhead.

    Location: Branched Oak Observatory near Raymond. Site is handicapped accessible with paved sidewalks, indoor seating and accessible restrooms.
 

  • A Summer Stroll at Pioneers Park
  • Fee: $15.00
    Course Number: LIF148L
    Dates: 6/6/2025 - 6/6/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Pioneers Park Nature Center
    Room: Prairie Building
    Instructor: Jamie Kelley
    Facilitator: Kathie Putensen
    Seats Left: 14

    Join us for a summer stroll with outdoor educators from the Pioneers Park Nature Center. We will walk 1 to 2 miles around the Nature Center, looking, listening and learning. Dress for the elements; we will be outside exploring for the duration. Binoculars, cameras, walking sticks and layered clothing are all encouraged.

 

  • An Introduction to 3-D Printing
  • Fee: $15.00
    Course Number: SCI080L
    Dates: 6/5/2025 - 6/12/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 2
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Douglas Wood
    Facilitator: Bill Latenser
    Seats Left: 23

    Discover the exciting world of 3-D printing in this beginner-friendly course. Learn how 3-D printers work, the many types of 3-D printing, their pros and cons and their role in additive manufacturing. Explore different printing materials and understand the basics of creating and modifying digital models. Whether you’re interested in prototyping, art, or just curious about this cutting-edge technology, you’ll gain information and practical knowledge.

 

  • Beyond Vocation: Belonging and Calling in Campus Ministry
  • Fee: $15.00
    Course Number: REL032L
    Dates: 6/11/2025 - 6/18/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 2
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Liz Kocher
    Facilitator: Charlie Francis
    Seats Left: 23

    College students today, part of “Generation Z,” are navigating coming-of-age in a time of unprecedented challenges. One in three young people report experiencing loneliness much of the time, over half of young people report feeling stressed or anxious all of the time, and all are doing the important work of figuring out who they want to be as they grow up. The longing for connectivity, belonging, and authentic community drives the work of campus ministry. Explore the particular and timeless needs of Gen Z through the lens of faith-based care, through cross-generational learning and multiple denominational perspectives on spiritual nourishment through campus ministry.

 

  • Bird Flu and Other Significant Viral Updates
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: H&W086L
    Dates: 6/10/2025 - 6/10/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Bob Rauner
    Facilitator: David Dyke
    Seats Left: 74

    With all the news about bird flu, measles outbreaks in Texas, and the tuberculosis outbreak in Kansas City this past year, what should we be worried about and what should we do to protect ourselves? Learn about the numbers of infections and fatalities for various infectious diseases so you can gauge your own risk. We will discuss current recommendations for vaccines and treatment to decrease your chances of being sick this coming year.

 

  • Blast Off! Explore the SAC Museum
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: HIS125L
    Dates: 6/23/2025 - 6/23/2025
    Times: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Strategic Air Command Museum
    Room:
    Instructor: SAC Museum Staff
    Facilitator: Roger Lempke
    Seats Left: 49

    The Strategic Air Command (SAC) and Aerospace Museum commemorate an impressive array of aircraft utilized to preserve peace during the Cold War. In addition to housing SAC aircraft and artifacts, the museum provides a venue for the restoration of aircraft, preservation and display of historical artifacts, and the education of future generations in the areas of history, technology and science. The SAC story is also about scientific exploration, technological innovation and a genuine commitment to the rigorous education and training of Americans to preserve our nation’s security and enhance its prosperity. Join us on a guided tour of the facility and hands-on experience building and launching a rocket.

 

  • BLUEBARN Theatre Presents: "The Wild Party"
  • Fee: $45.00
    Course Number: ART175O
    Dates: 6/15/2025 - 6/15/2025
    Times: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Days: Su
    Sessions: 1
    Building: BLUEBARN Theatre
    Room:
    Instructor:
    Facilitator: Judy Hart
    Seats Left: 19

    A steamy prohibition tale roars across the stage. Based on the widely banned 1928 narrative poem, this darkly brilliant show features one of the most pulse-racing scores ever written. Lovers Queenie and Burrs plan the party-to-end-all-parties to bring the spark back to their affair. Instead, Queenie’s wandering eye sends Burrs into a jealous rage. As the decadence reaches a climax, Burrs erupts. Gun in hand, Burrs turns on Queenie and her new lover. The gun gets fired, but who gets shot? Join the production team for a talk before the show and stick around for a tour of the theatre with some Omaha history after the show.

    Note location is in Omaha. Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 5. Cancellation after this date is nonrefundable unless cancelled by OLLI.
 

  • Bottle Rocket Brewing Company Tour and Tasting
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: LIF186L
    Dates: 6/18/2025 - 6/18/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Bottle Rocket Brewing Company
    Room:
    Instructor: Ryan Koch, Gerald Homp
    Facilitator: Jeanette Wellsandt
    Seats Left: 29

    Discover the art and science of craft brewing on this immersive brewery tour and tasting experience at Bottle Rocket Brewery in Seward. Go behind the scenes of a working brewery and learn about the brewing process from grain to glass. Explore the ingredients, fermentation techniques, and equipment that bring each beer to life. After the tour, enjoy a curated tasting of Bottle Rocket’s signature and seasonal brews, gaining insight into their unique flavors and styles. Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast or a curious beginner, this engaging experience offers a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship behind every pint.

    Note location is in Seward, Nebraska. Registration Deadline: Wed, June 11. Cancellation after this date will be non- refundable, unless cancelled by OLLI.
 

  • Building America: Union Pacific Railroad Museum
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: HIS126O
    Dates: 6/19/2025 - 6/19/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Union Pacific Railroad Museum
    Room:
    Instructor: Zachary Rady
    Facilitator: Cheryl Richardson
    Seats Left: 29

    Explore the rich history of the Transcontinental Railroad with a presentation and guided tour of the “Building America” exhibit at the Union Pacific Railroad Museum. Originally developed for the Smithsonian, the “Building America” presentation showcases a remarkable collection of 19th century photographs that bring to life the challenges and triumphs of railroad construction. Discover the stories of the diverse workforce—immigrants, laborers, and engineers—who built one of America’s greatest infrastructure achievements. Through rare artifacts and immersive displays, gain insight into how the railroad shaped the nation’s economy, communities, and westward expansion.

    Location in Council Bluffs, Iowa. All parking around the museum is metered street parking, costing 50 cents/hour. Meters can be paid with change or by using the Passport Parking app. This course is co-sponsored by the UNO Alumni Association.
 

  • Built for Learning: Architecture of LPS
  • Fee: $25.00
    Course Number: ART174L
    Dates: 6/9/2025 - 6/30/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Nebraska Public Media
    Room: Events Room
    Instructor: Edward Zimmer
    Facilitator: Anne Diffendal
    Seats Left: 49

    From the Lincoln Plat of 1867 and the original Lincoln High School of 1871 to Lincoln Public School’s newest high schools (Northwest and Standing Bear), Ed Zimmer will explore the history of one of Lincoln’s most important institutions through his unique perspectives of an architectural historian, a 19-year member of the LPS Board of Education, and his 35- year career in the Lincoln/Lancaster County Planning Department.

    Parking is free, no permit needed. Enter at west end of the building, the south door. Roster is at the front desk.
 

  • Charcuterie Snack Plate and Wine Pairing
  • Fee: $30.00
    Course Number: LIF1491
    Dates: 6/19/2025 - 6/19/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: HyVee-27th & Superior
    Room:
    Instructor: Jennifer Dunavan
    Facilitator: Laura Williams
    Seats Left: 19

    Join us for a step-by-step charcuterie class building an individual snack plate. Tips, tricks and hacks for making a beautiful charcuterie board will be shared while sampling wines that pair well with serving a board.

    Registration Deadline: Thu, June 12. Cancellations after this date are non- refundable, unless cancelled by OLLI.
 

  • Charcuterie Snack Plate and Wine Pairing
  • Fee: $30.00
    Course Number: LIF1492
    Dates: 6/26/2025 - 6/26/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: HyVee-27th & Superior
    Room:
    Instructor: Jennifer Dunavan
    Facilitator: Laura Williams
    Seats Left: 19

    Join us for a step-by-step charcuterie class building an individual snack plate. Tips, tricks and hacks for making a beautiful charcuterie board will be shared while sampling wines that pair well with serving a board.

    Registration Deadline: Thu, June 19. Cancellations after this date are non- refundable, unless cancelled by OLLI.
 

  • Child and Youth Advocacy in Out-of-Home Care
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: CON100L
    Dates: 6/4/2025 - 6/4/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Dawn Rockey, Monika Gross
    Facilitator: Cherie Bayley
    Seats Left: 23

    What happened in 2004 to the over 4,000 youth in Nebraska that were placed by the courts in an out-of-home placement? Is there anyone who advocates for them during a court hearing? Who checks to make sure the services provided meet the needs of the child or youth? Learn about CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) for abused or neglected, truant and ungovernable children and youth in the juvenile court system and about the Foster Care Review Office (FCRO) for Nebraska. FCRO volunteers oversee the safety, permanence, and well-being of children in out-of-home care. CASA volunteers advocate for the best interests of children in the court room and become a stable adult giving the child a fighting chance to gain a voice, achieve safety and stability and develop a sense of self-worth.

 

  • College World Series Tailgate
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: LIF189L
    Dates: 6/13/2025 - 6/13/2025
    Times: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Eastmont
    Room: Performing Arts Center (PAC)
    Instructor:
    Facilitator: Bob Michl
    Seats Left: 59

    The College World Series, “The Greatest Show on Dirt,” culminates the college baseball season. Let’s enjoy the opening game of the tournament together, in the luxury of the air-conditioned Eastmont Performing Arts Center. With a 25 ft plus projection screen to take in the game, your seats will be better than if you were at TD Ameritrade Park. Join us for an afternoon of watching baseball, enjoying a tailgate meal, and socializing with friends – sounds like a home run! Bring your friends, your family and neighbors, as this event is open to them as well. We’ll start with a tailgating party at 12 p.m. Lunch will be provided and will include cheeseburgers and chicken breast sandwiches, potato salad, coleslaw, cookies, water, and table settings. Everyone is also encouraged/welcome to bring a covered dish, a dessert, or appetizer to enhance the tailgating experience.

    Registration Deadline: Thu, Jun 5. Cancellations after this date will be non- refundable, unless cancelled by OLLI. Attendees will have access to parking stalls labeled as “Visitor Parking.” Overflow parking is available across the street to the east in the Hobby Lobby/Mardel parking lot. Open to the Public. Registration is required. Attendees who are not OLLI members should create an account online at https://olli.unl.edu and may register without joining.
 

  • Community in a Time of Crisis
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: REL033L
    Dates: 7/9/2025 - 7/9/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Day Hefner
    Facilitator: Charlie Francis
    Seats Left: 23

    While the phrase “unprecedented times” is the refrain we often hear to describe these days, the deep polarization and the challenge of forming a collective identity are by no means new to the church. Explore the struggles of the early church reflected in the Book of Acts and the letters of Paul as they wrestled with how to pull together Gentile and Judean, slave and free, women, men, and so on into a new community, forging a new communal identity in response to the ground- shaking new things God was doing.

 

  • Contemporary Otoe-Missouria Lives
  • Fee: $25.00
    Course Number: HIS129L
    Dates: 6/4/2025 - 6/25/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 4
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Christina Goodson
    Facilitator: Lynn Roper
    Seats Left: 23

    Learn about contemporary Otoe-Missouria history post-removal to Indian Territory (1881-present), the survivance of Otoe- Missouria people and ways of life, and language revitalization and reclamation among the Otoe-Missouria and other Nebraska tribes. The course will cover major U.S. Indian Policy such as the Dawes Act, Allotments, Termination, Indian Claims Commission, and Relocation. This offering is part of the “Walking in the Footsteps of our Ancestors: Re-Indigenizing Southeast Nebraska” project, a partnership of the Center for Great Plains Studies and the Otoe-Missouria Tribe that is funded by the Mellon Foundation.

    Attendees will view instructors via Zoom.
 

  • Digital Photography
  • Fee: $35.00
    Course Number: ART002L
    Dates: 6/2/2025 - 7/7/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 6
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: John Keller
    Facilitator: David Dyke
    Seats Left: 23

    Gain greater proficiency in digital photography while using an advanced amateur camera (adjustable), mirrorless interchangeable lens camera (MILC) or digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera. Learn the fundamentals as you practice with your own personal camera. Basic principles of photography will be reviewed and then more sophisticated digital camera operations, such as controls, function and purpose, lighting, composition, hardware options and software will be discussed.

 

  • Disinformation, the Sequel: News vs. Nonsense
  • Fee: $30.00
    Course Number: CON101L
    Dates: 6/3/2025 - 7/1/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 5
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: George Ayoub
    Facilitator: Bob Michl
    Seats Left: 74

    Join us to continue the discussion of the challenges for citizens in a democracy to get accurate information. This discussion began in 2023 with the course, “The Language and Psychology of Disinformation.” Participants need not have taken the earlier course to get the full benefit of this sequel which centers on the structure of news gathering, the constitutional and ethical underpinnings of journalism, the ever-enlarging footprint of social media on the information landscape, and the modern processes and technology required to best stay informed.

 

  • Entrepreneurial Lawyering at Nebraska Law
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: LIF187L
    Dates: 6/12/2025 - 6/12/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Brett Stohs
    Facilitator: Gene Stohs
    Seats Left: 23

    Law school is much more than the Socratic Method. At the University of Nebraska College of Law, nine clinical programs offer third-year law students the opportunity to represent actual clients across the state before they graduate and become lawyers. Supervised by licensed attorney professors, students provide valuable legal services to clients who don’t have the means to hire a private attorney. Professor Brett Stohs started the Weibling Entrepreneurship Clinic in 2013 and has served over 500 startups, small businesses, and nonprofits. He will share his pedagogy, his passion, and his panoply of war stories to provide a sampling of these valuable experiential programs at Nebraska Law.

 

  • Esports at UNL: Engaging Students in 2025
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: LIF185L
    Dates: 6/2/2025 - 6/2/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Nebraska Public Media
    Room: Events Room
    Instructor: Ryan Tan
    Facilitator: Gene Stohs
    Seats Left: 39

    Esports, short for “electronic sports,” is one of the most rapidly growing sports industries with a multi-billion-dollar market value. Currently over 500 million people all over the world watch or compete in e-sports and this number is projected to grow to 640 million in 2025. The varsity e-sports team at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln competes with other Division 1 universities across the United States. Learn about this new, exciting and popular sport at UNL.

    Parking is free, no permit needed. Enter at west end of the building, the south door. Roster is at the front desk.
 

  • Everyday Bike Maintenance
  • Fee: $50.00
    Course Number: LIF036L
    Dates: 7/9/2025 - 7/9/2025
    Times: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 1
    Building: UNL - Outdoor Adventure Center
    Room: Classroom
    Instructor: UNL Campus Recreation Staff
    Facilitator: UNL Campus Recreation Staff
    Seats Left: 10

    Build your confidence on performing simple maintenance items on your bike. Bike anatomy, fit, ABC quick check, fix a flat, and simple brake and shifting adjustment will be covered. Gain confidence to make simple repairs on the road and to talk to a bike mechanic for the more complex repairs. Participants are encouraged to bring their own bikes to the class. For those unable to do so, bikes will be provided.

    Registration Deadline: Wed, July 2. Cancellation after July 2 is non-refundable, unless cancelled by UNL. Parking information will be emailed prior to class.
 

  • Exploring Through Data: All Things Nebraska
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: SCI081L
    Dates: 6/27/2025 - 6/27/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Katelyn Larson
    Facilitator: Bill Latenser
    Seats Left: 23

    Explore “All Things Nebraska,” a free online platform designed to help users access, analyze and visualize community data across the state. Learn how to navigate the platform’s tools, including the Nebraska Map Room, which hosts over 30,000 mappable data layers, and the Nebraska County Report Card, which provides county-level insights compared to statewide metrics. Through demonstrations, we will better understand available mapping resources, data querying and visualization, and be empowered to make data-informed decisions in our communities. Get equipped with knowledge to leverage Nebraska’s rich data resources effectively.

 

  • Fossils on the Rotunda Floor
  • Fee: $15.00
    Course Number: HIS015L
    Dates: 6/24/2025 - 7/1/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 2
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 214
    Instructor: Robert Diffendal
    Facilitator: Anne Diffendal
    Seats Left: 19

    In 1927, Erwin H. Barbour, a professor of geology and zoology at the University of Nebraska and director of the Nebraska State Museum, was asked to fill another role: artist. Barbour drew pictures of fossil plants and animals for artist Hildreth Meiere to copy. She used these drawings to make mosaic pictures of fossils on the floor of the Nebraska State Capitol rotunda. Meiere also designed mosaics for the dome of the rotunda as well as for the foyer and vestibule. Learn about the fossils, the mosaics and what they depict. The fabrication of the mosaics, the materials used, and the overall project will also be covered.

    Note Locations: June 24 at SCC-CEC Rm 214. July 1st at State Capitol. Meet outside the north entrance at the base of the stairs. Free parking is available on the street surrounding the Capitol, in the residential blocks south of the Capitol, or paid parking is in nearby downtown parking garages.
 

  • Great Stars of Golden Age Hollywood
  • Fee: $35.00
    Course Number: L&L063L
    Dates: 6/3/2025 - 7/8/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 6
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Michael Page
    Facilitator: Kathie Putensen
    Seats Left: 23

    Bogie, Bette, Liz, Rock. These names and others are the icons of Golden Age Hollywood, the era from the beginning of the “talkies” to the early 1960s. Embark on a journey through the films, lives, and careers of some of the instructor’s favorite stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Delve into three or four Hollywood stars and their screen clips per class session, and view their most memorable performances. Tentative list of stars to explore: Ingrid Bergman, Humphry Bogart, James Cagney, Montgomery Clift, Gary Cooper, Joseph Cotten, Bette Davis, Doris Day, Marlene Dietrich, Irene Dunne, Henry Fonda, Glenn Ford, Cary Grant, Rita Hayworth, Rock Hudson, Burt Lancaster, Myrna Loy, Robert Mitchum, Gregory Peck, Eva Marie Saint, Barbara Stanwyck, Jimmy Stewart, Elizabeth Taylor, Shelley Winters.

 

  • Guarding the Golden Years: Fraud Prevention
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: LIF188L
    Dates: 6/16/2025 - 6/16/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Ryan Sothan, Kelly Lammers, Antonia Bonsera, Mark Collins
    Facilitator: Rich Sincovec
    Seats Left: 74

    Offered during Elder Abuse Awareness Week, this course empowers older Nebraskans with the knowledge and skills to protect themselves from fraud and financial exploitation. Learn to recognize common scams targeting seniors, from phishing emails to investment fraud, and understand how to safeguard personal and financial information. Experts will discuss warning signs of financial abuse, including undue influence and identity theft, and provide practical steps to prevent victimization. Participants will also learn how to report suspected fraud and access available resources for support. Stay informed, stay protected, and take control of your financial well-being.

    Open to the Public.
 

  • Highlights in Cancer Research and Care at UNMC
  • Fee: $0.00
    Course Number: H&W083O
    Dates: 6/2/2025 - 7/7/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 6
    Building: UNMC Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center
    Room: 0.12.103
    Instructor: Shinobu Watanabe-Galloway, Rachael Schmidt, Christopher D'Angelo, Vijaya Bhatt, Michael (Tony) Hollingsworth, Jered Garrison, Ray Bergan, Hamid Band
    Facilitator: David Dyke
    Seats Left: 49

    What’s new in cancer research and care right here in Nebraska? Learn how the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is working with public health leaders throughout the state to reduce cancer incidence. Obtain updates about screening strategies that can detect cancer early and how survivors can deal successfully with post-cancer treatment challenges. Find out how UNMC researchers are developing new ways to detect pancreatic cancers and to target gastrointestinal tumor cells while limiting side effects. Explore new multidisciplinary care strategies specifically designed for older adults who have cancer. Surprising discoveries will be revealed about how bacteria that live in our intestines influence both the onset of cancer and the effectiveness of treatments for it. Innovative findings about prostate cancer will be covered. Capping off the course, you will hear how foundational cancer research can lead the way toward the treatments of tomorrow.

    Click here Course Syllabus to learn what will be discussed at each of these six amazing class sessions:

    Free and Open to the Public. Parking is free in the visitors’ parking lot; valet parking is also available at the ground floor door.
 

  • Highlights of the Joslyn Art Museum
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: ART1761
    Dates: 6/20/2025 - 6/20/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Joslyn Art Museum
    Room:
    Instructor: Joslyn Art Museum Gallery Volunteers
    Facilitator: Marya Lucca-Thyberg
    Seats Left: 29

    In 1928, Sarah Joslyn donated over $3 million to fund an arts center for the citizens of Omaha. Over the years, multiple capital construction and renovation projects have improved the experience for visitors. The Joslyn Art Museum has recently reopened. Join us for a guided tour centered on the theme “The Joslyn’s Highlights,” which includes a wide-ranging look at the most well- known and beloved objects in the Museum. The itinerary is ideal for first-time visitors who want to understand just what it is that makes the Joslyn Art Museum so special. This is a different tour than OLLI offered in Term 3. After the tour, stay and enjoy the multiple galleries and the Museum Shop.

    This course is in Omaha and is co-sponsored by the UNO Alumni Association.
 

  • Highlights of the Joslyn Art Museum
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: ART1762
    Dates: 6/25/2025 - 6/25/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Joslyn Art Museum
    Room:
    Instructor: Joslyn Art Museum Gallery Volunteers
    Facilitator: Marya Lucca-Thyberg
    Seats Left: 29

    In 1928, Sarah Joslyn donated over $3 million to fund an arts center for the citizens of Omaha. Over the years, multiple capital construction and renovation projects have improved the experience for visitors. The Joslyn Art Museum has recently reopened. Join us for a guided tour centered on the theme “The Joslyn’s Highlights,” which includes a wide-ranging look at the most well- known and beloved objects in the Museum. The itinerary is ideal for first-time visitors who want to understand just what it is that makes the Joslyn Art Museum so special. This is a different tour than OLLI offered in Term 3. After the tour, stay and enjoy the multiple galleries and the Museum Shop.

    This course is in Omaha and is co-sponsored by the UNO Alumni Association.
 

  • History and Archeology of the Historic Kennard House
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: HIS062L
    Dates: 6/13/2025 - 6/13/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Thomas B Kennard House
    Room:
    Instructor: Nolan Johnson
    Facilitator: Charlyne Berens
    Seats Left: 24
    Learn about the history of Lincoln’s Kennard House, originally the home of Thomas P. Kennard, Nebraska’s first Secretary of State. The Kennard House is the oldest building still standing that was part of Lincoln’s original town plat and was restored as a memorial to Nebraska statehood in 1967. We will tour the home, discuss its construction and architectural history, and learn about archeological investigations of the property conducted by UNL’s Summer Field School in Archeology and the History Nebraska State Archeology Office in the 1990s.
    Entering Kennard House requires walking up several steps. The tour will also include the second floor of the house, accessible by a stairway. Parking is available on H St. and on 16th St., and around the Capitol building, where the limit is two hours.
 

  • Inside the System: How We Keep Traffic Moving
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: LIF184L
    Dates: 6/5/2025 - 6/5/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: City of Lincoln Municipal Service Center
    Room:
    Instructor: Elizabeth Elliott, Thomas Shafer
    Facilitator: Lynn Willey
    Seats Left: 34

    Gain an inside look at how Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) keeps the city moving. Explore how LTU manages over 410 traffic signals, intersection detection systems, Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), detection cameras, and traffic monitoring for incident management. Learn about the Green Light Lincoln Initiative and its impact on economic and environmental improvements. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the Signals and Sign Shop and the Brine Making Facility, offering a firsthand look at the operations that keep Lincoln’s streets safe and efficient.

    A large parking lot is on the south side of the Service Center.
 

  • Introduction to Backcountry Camping
  • Fee: $25.00
    Course Number: LIF013L
    Dates: 6/9/2025 - 6/9/2025
    Times: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 1
    Building: UNL - Outdoor Adventure Center
    Room:
    Instructor: UNL Campus Recreation Staff
    Facilitator: UNL Campus Recreation Staff
    Seats Left: 12

    Get ready for 2022’s spring and summer outdoor adventure season and brush up, or establish, outstanding camping skills. Learn the fundamental skills needed for backcountry camping, including tent set-up, outdoor cooking, fire building, water purification, and map reading.

    Registration Deadline: Mon, June 2. Cancellation after June 2 is non-refundable, unless cancelled by UNL. Parking information will be emailed prior to class.
 

  • Introduction to E-Bikes
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: LIF140L
    Dates: 6/17/2025 - 6/17/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Cycle Works Bike Shop
    Room:
    Instructor: UNL Campus Recreation Staff
    Facilitator: UNL Campus Recreation Staff
    Seats Left: 15

    Electric Bikes are a great and accessible way to explore Lincoln’s trail system. There are many health benefits from cycling, from being low impact on your joints to strengthening your cardiovascular system. Having an electric assist on your bike can help you go further and longer. Through partnering with Cycle Works, a local bike shop, learn the fundamentals of how to use an E-Bike, the pros and cons and get the chance to test ride one to see if it is right for you.

    Registration Deadline: Tue, June 10 Cancellation after June 10 is non-refundable, unless cancelled by UNL.
 

  • Introduction to Kayaking
  • Fee: $50.00
    Course Number: LIF019L
    Dates: 6/12/2025 - 6/12/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Holmes Lake
    Room: Outdoors
    Instructor: UNL Campus Recreation Staff
    Facilitator: UNL Campus Recreation Staff
    Seats Left: 12

    Recreational kayaking is a great lifetime activity and way to explore and enjoy the lakes in the Lincoln area. This class will introduce you to the basics of kayaking and safety measures so you can start enjoying this new activity on your own. All kayaking equipment is provided.

    Registration Deadline: Thu, June 5. Cancellation after June 5 is non-refundable, unless cancelled by UNL. Additional directions to location will be provided before the class.
 

  • Lincoln Literacy: Bridgeway to a Better Life
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: LIF098L
    Dates: 6/12/2025 - 6/12/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Bryan Seck
    Facilitator: Stephanie Nantkes
    Seats Left: 23

    Learn about Lincoln Literacy’s outreach to the community and literacy services. The history of refugees and immigrants to Lincoln, current numbers and trends will be covered, plus a description of Lincoln Literacy and other agencies who provide services. Lincoln Literacy provides a continuum of services from beginner to advanced English, as well as workforce development focused classes in a variety of areas: certified nursing assistant, commercial drivers license, working in Lincoln Public Schools, or reentering a profession from their country of origin such as engineering, nursing, teaching, and more. Walk away with an increased awareness of the diversity in our community and the immense talents that these newcomers bring to Lincoln.

 

  • Model Citizens of Germanic Empires?
  • Fee: $35.00
    Course Number: L&L064L
    Dates: 6/3/2025 - 7/8/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 6
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Wilbur Hass
    Facilitator: Wil Hass
    Seats Left: 24

    The days before the coming of the first world war saw the highpoint of the German and Austrian imperial governments, both of which then collapsed. We will consider how two fictional characters related to their regimes: Diederich Hessling in Heinrich Mann’s “Man of Straw” and Ulrich in Robert Musil’s “Man without Qualities:” one, totally “gung-ho” and the other, with a cool, superior distance. How does any government depend on some combination of the two sorts of perspectives on politics?

    Note: Classroom as changed from 213 to 214. Always check the board when you enter SCC-CEC to validate the room in which your class occurs.
 

  • Native Landscape Tour at Nebraska Game and Parks Headquarters
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: LIF094L
    Dates: 6/9/2025 - 6/9/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Nebraska Game and Parks Commission Headquarters
    Room:
    Instructor: Bob Henrickson
    Facilitator: Jim Pinkerton
    Seats Left: 19

    Join us on a nature walk to talk about native gardening in a relaxed, fun, social atmosphere. This tour will highlight the native Nebraska- style landscape that surrounds the Game & Parks headquarters on East Campus. Horticulturist Bob Henrickson will be our guide to showcase the different prairie and native plants. Come to learn more about native plants, what they look like, the benefits of using them and how to incorporate these important plants into your home.

    Parking: Enter off East Campus Loop, drive between buildings. Use left visitor parking lot.
 

  • Omaha Community Playhouse Presents: "Titanic the Musical"
  • Fee: $40.00
    Course Number: ART173O
    Dates: 6/29/2025 - 6/29/2025
    Times: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: Su
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Omaha Community Playhouse
    Room:
    Instructor: Kyle Bell
    Facilitator: Jeanette Wellsandt
    Seats Left: 19

    “Titanic The Musical” captures the stories of the officers, crew members and passengers of the ever-fascinating catastrophe of the most luxurious ocean liner in the 1900s. From crew in the boiler room to first-class passengers, from the poorest families who scraped together their life savings to purchase third-class tickets, to some of the wealthiest men of the Victorian age, “Titanic” captures the entire range of humanity aboard the ship. Showcasing the grand and majestic ship herself with moments of heartbreaking intimacy, don’t miss this five-time Tony Award winning musical that ran over 800 performances on Broadway in 1997. Enjoy a backstage tour prior to the show.

    Note location is in Omaha. Registration Deadline: Wed, June 11. Cancellations after this date will be non- refundable, unless cancelled by OLLI. (Backstage tour 12:30 p.m.; show begins at 2 p.m.)
 

  • Open Studios: The Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: ART169L
    Dates: 5/9/2025 - 5/9/2025
    Times: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts
    Room:
    Instructor: Tim Ganser
    Facilitator: Anne Diffendal
    Seats Left: 29

    Join Founding Director Megan Elliott, along with faculty and students, at the Johnny Carson Center for Emerging Media Arts as they prepare for their annual Spring Open Studios. We will get a sneak peek at some of the projects they will be presenting and will have an opportunity to speak with the creators. After the class, stay for an evening of exploration and experimentation, and tour the Open Studios from 5-7 p.m. Examples of projects may include augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), 3D printing, interactive video, projection mapping and immersive experiences.

    Open Studios begin at 5 p.m. Parking at Que Place Garage, 1111 Q St, or metered parking on the street.
 

  • Photography Using Your Mobile Device
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: ART001L
    Dates: 6/2/2025 - 6/16/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 3
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: John Keller
    Facilitator: David Dyke
    Seats Left: 23

    Are you interested in focusing on photography using your mobile devices – smart phones and tablets? Although most of the content will focus on Apple device Technology, it will also cover Android features, multiple apps and photographic principles which are common to all cell phone cameras. There will also be some limited discussion about post processing of photographs using the phone app Snapseed. Please download Snapseed from your app store to enable some practice processing photos on your device during class.

 

  • Putting Herbs to Work
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: SCI082L
    Dates: 6/12/2025 - 6/12/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Pioneers Park Nature Center
    Room: Prairie Building
    Instructor: Jamie Kelley, Janet Salvati
    Facilitator: Kathie Putensen
    Seats Left: 23

    Join us at the Nature Center for a hands-on, immersive herbal workshop where you will learn how to plan, plant, and care for your own herb garden. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced gardener, this class will equip you with the essential knowledge and practical skills to grow and utilize herbs in your everyday life. Participate in a guided tour of the beautiful Louise Evans Doole Herb Garden, where you can explore the plants in person. To top it off, enjoy refreshing herbal teas and snacks made from the very plants you will be learning about.

 

  • Run to the Roar: Secrets of Emotional Resilience
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: H&W084L
    Dates: 6/17/2025 - 7/1/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 3
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Jerry Bockoven
    Facilitator: Dori Bush
    Seats Left: 23

    When lions hunt, the females hide in the grass while the males sit on a hill and roar. Unsuspecting gazelles then hear the roar, and naturally run away from it, right into the clutches of the waiting females. So, if you are ever in the Serengeti and hear a roar, you are better off running toward it, not away from it. We often hear the internal roar of emotional lions such as shame, depression, grief, anger and anxiety. When we do, our instincts are to run the other way. Learn the techniques and benefits of radical acceptance that encourage us to embrace difficult emotions to stay focused on what really matters in our lives. Participate in a positive atmosphere filled with humanizing metaphors, teaching stories, and the charming language of poetry.

 

  • Ruth Etting: From David City, Nebraska, to Hollywood
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: HIS127L
    Dates: 6/4/2025 - 6/4/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Laura Damuth
    Facilitator: Laura Damuth
    Seats Left: 24

    Ruth Etting was one of the most popular American singing stars of the late 1920s and early 1930s. Born in David City, Neb., she had a very successful career in Chicago, New York, and Hollywood. Florenz Ziegfeld, who glorified Ruth in the Follies, rated her as “the greatest singer of songs” that he had managed in a forty-year career. On radio she established herself as America’s pre-eminent popular singer, repeatedly voted as the top female singer on the air in national listener polls and recording over 200 songs by such composers as Irving Berlin, Johnny Green, Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart. Learn about Ruth and her colorful life using archival materials from the UNL Music Library.

 

  • The Buzz About Pollinators: Nature's Essential Workers
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: SCI078L
    Dates: 6/18/2025 - 6/18/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Lincoln Electric System
    Room:
    Instructor: Melissa Landis
    Facilitator: Peggy Apthorpe
    Seats Left: 29

    Explore the critical role pollinators (bees, butterflies, birds and others) play in the ecosystem and food production. Learn about pollinator processes and examine threats to pollinators and conservation practices while touring the Lincoln Electric System pollinator garden located at their new facility. Whether you’re a gardener, nature enthusiast, and just curious about the natural world, gain insights into creating pollinator-friendly spaces and supporting biodiversity, plus a deeper appreciation for these essential creatures and how they help sustain our environment.

 

  • The Cave Beneath Lincoln: Robber's Cave Tour
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: HIS1141
    Dates: 6/2/2025 - 6/2/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Robber's Cave
    Room:
    Instructor: Joel Green
    Facilitator: Greg Jensen
    Seats Left: 29

    Explore this 2020 addition to the National Register of Historic Places and learn about the infamous and notorious Robber’s Cave. Tour the cave and discover its fascinating past, including the cave’s ownership through the past century and beyond as well as hear about the legends who used the cave. Learn about not only the geological and man-made origins of the cave but hear entertaining anecdotes along the way.

    Park in the lot on the east side of the building and enter at the front door. The tour requires several stairs and walking on uneven ground.
 

  • The Cave Beneath Lincoln: Robber's Cave Tour
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: HIS1142
    Dates: 6/26/2025 - 6/26/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Robber's Cave
    Room:
    Instructor: Joel Green
    Facilitator: Karen Case
    Seats Left: 29

    Explore this 2020 addition to the National Register of Historic Places and learn about the infamous and notorious Robber’s Cave. Tour the cave and discover its fascinating past, including the cave’s ownership through the past century and beyond as well as hear about the legends who used the cave. Learn about not only the geological and man-made origins of the cave but hear entertaining anecdotes along the way.

    Park in the lot on the east side of the building and enter at the front door. The tour requires several stairs and walking on uneven ground.
 

  • The Larsen Tractor Test and Power Museum
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: HIS058L
    Dates: 6/6/2025 - 6/6/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 1
    Building: UNL - Larsen Tractor Test & Power Museum
    Room:
    Instructor: Lance Todd, Don Edwards
    Facilitator: Lynn Roper
    Seats Left: 29

    Enjoy the historical exhibits in the Larson Tractor Test and Power Museum located on UNL's East Campus. Any tractor sold in Nebraska must first be tested at the museum. It is the only tractor testing museum in the world and the only complete tractor test laboratory in the world. The museum was built in 1920 and is dedicated to preserving and documenting the history of Nebraska's test laws dating from 1919. Enjoy a tour of the museum and visit to the test lab.

    Parking information will be emailed prior to class.
 

  • The Magic of the Metropolitan Opera: "Il Barbiere di Siviglia"
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: ART160L
    Dates: 5/21/2025 - 5/21/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Union College, Krueger Science & Math Building
    Room: Lang Amphitheatre
    Instructor: Marina Fabrikant
    Facilitator: Dori Bush
    Seats Left: 33

    “Il Barbiere di Siviglia (The Barber of Seville)” is an opera buffa in two acts composed by Gioachino Rossini with an Italian libretto by Cesare Sterbini. Rossini’s Barber of Seville is considered to be one of the greatest masterpieces of comedy within music and has been described as the opera buffa of all “opere buffe.” After two centuries, it remains a popular work. We will listen to and discuss the history of this opera; its structure, information about the composer’s sources, and different musical elements which are characteristic of this opera. Other information will be shared to define additional contributions to the opera genre.

    Parking is free.
 

  • The Pershing Mural: Bring It Home
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: HIS1281
    Dates: 6/11/2025 - 6/25/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 3
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Roger Lempke, Liz Shea-McCoy
    Facilitator: Nancy Hicks Rose
    Seats Left: 34

    In 2021, the Pershing Mural on one wall of the Pershing Auditorium was on the brink of destruction with no plans to retain it. A small team committed itself to saving the mural and installing it in a fitting location for future generations to enjoy. The first two class sessions will provide an update on the final stages of installing the mural at Wyuka Park, as well as connecting it to the legacy of General of the Armies John J. Pershing. The third session will be a tour of the newly renovated Wyuka Park and the Pershing Mural undergoing installation. Project contractors will explain the intricate techniques required to save what will become the largest free- standing mural of its type in the world. Both sections will meet in the classroom on June 11 and 18, then split into two groups for the walking tours June 25 and July 2.

    Note Locations: Sessions 1 & 2: SCC-CEC, Auditorium; Session 3: Wyuka Park
 

  • The Pershing Mural: Bring It Home
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: HIS1282
    Dates: 6/11/2025 - 7/2/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 3
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Roger Lempke, Liz Shea-McCoy
    Facilitator: Nancy Hicks Rose
    Seats Left: 34

    In 2021, the Pershing Mural on one wall of the Pershing Auditorium was on the brink of destruction with no plans to retain it. A small team committed itself to saving the mural and installing it in a fitting location for future generations to enjoy. The first two class sessions will provide an update on the final stages of installing the mural at Wyuka Park, as well as connecting it to the legacy of General of the Armies John J. Pershing. The third session will be a tour of the newly renovated Wyuka Park and the Pershing Mural undergoing installation. Project contractors will explain the intricate techniques required to save what will become the largest free- standing mural of its type in the world. Both sections will meet in the classroom on June 11 and 18, then split into two groups for the walking tours June 25 and July 2.

    Note Locations: Sessions 1 & 2: SCC-CEC, Auditorium; Session 3: Wyuka Park
 

  • The Road to Heaven: Sin, Sacrifice, or Grace?
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: REL034L
    Dates: 6/19/2025 - 6/19/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Michael Ryan
    Facilitator: Charlie Francis
    Seats Left: 23

    Christian denominations splinter along the fault line of whether one is saved by God’s grace or through a sacrifice for sin. Insight into this plaguing issue comes from the sacrificial system used in the Temple and how it differs from the sacrificial systems of the Greco/Roman world. How does the Temple’s system fit with scripture and with Western Christianity?

 

  • Tour the Nebraska State Capitol
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: HIS1241
    Dates: 6/3/2025 - 6/3/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Nebraska State Capitol Building
    Room: Meet at Guest Services Information Desk-center on
    Instructor: Roxanne Smith
    Facilitator: Charlyne Berens
    Seats Left: 24

    Take a tour of the Nebraska State Capitol that will cover general Capitol information as well as little known facts that will bring to light the people who contributed to making the Capitol the artistic showcase it is. The tour will include discussion of the work of the Office of the Capitol Commission to preserve the historical integrity of the building while making it function in the 21st century. Depending on the schedules of the functions of government, there may be opportunities to see some areas not usually seen on the public tour.

    Gather on the ground floor at the information desk. Free parking is available on the street surrounding the Capitol, in the residential blocks south of the Capitol, or paid parking is in nearby downtown parking garages.
 

  • Tour the Nebraska State Capitol
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: HIS1242
    Dates: 6/10/2025 - 6/10/2025
    Times: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Nebraska State Capitol Building
    Room: Meet at Guest Services Information Desk-center on
    Instructor: Roxanne Smith
    Facilitator: Charlyne Berens
    Seats Left: 24

    Take a tour of the Nebraska State Capitol that will cover general Capitol information as well as little known facts that will bring to light the people who contributed to making the Capitol the artistic showcase it is. The tour will include discussion of the work of the Office of the Capitol Commission to preserve the historical integrity of the building while making it function in the 21st century. Depending on the schedules of the functions of government, there may be opportunities to see some areas not usually seen on the public tour.

    Gather on the ground floor at the information desk. Free parking is available on the street surrounding the Capitol, in the residential blocks south of the Capitol, or paid parking is in nearby downtown parking garages.
 

  • Under the Apple Tree
  • Fee: $20.00
    Course Number: ART003L
    Dates: 6/23/2025 - 7/7/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: M
    Sessions: 3
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: John Keller
    Facilitator: David Dyke
    Seats Left: 23

    Do you have a Mac computer or an iPhone, or an Apple Watch… or, even a Home Pod? From editing photos to word processing to spreadsheets to turning on and off the lights in your home, these incredibly high-tech devices can be both easy to use and fun. We will touch on some of the more useful features of Apple’s amazing products, as well as demonstrate some practical features and apps to help make your life a bit easier. This course will cover Apple devices and products only.

 

  • Waves, Particles and Our World: Into the Unknown
  • Fee: $15.00
    Course Number: SCI083L
    Dates: 6/5/2025 - 6/12/2025
    Times: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 2
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Herman Batelann
    Facilitator: Bill Latenser
    Seats Left: 23

    Discover the intriguing world of quantum physics, where the behavior of things around us defies intuition. Obtain an introduction to the principles of quantum mechanics, beginning with the captivating phenomenon of quantum interference. Explore Richard Feynman's "only mystery" in quantum mechanics through the iconic double-slit experiment, revealing waves and particles. The first mystery that has never been answered is: “What is it that moves the waves and particles around?”. The second mystery called the quantum measurement problem and highlighted with Schrödinger’s famous cat, which has also has never been answered is: “What does that mean for our world around us?” We hope to share the excitement of the power of quantum mechanics together with its fundamentally unfinished nature.

 

  • What to Know About Dental Care As We Age
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: H&W085L
    Dates: 6/5/2025 - 6/5/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Tim Calkins
    Facilitator: Kristi Shoemaker
    Seats Left: 23

    Learn about how the transition from one stage in life to the next impacts how we approach the maintenance and care of your teeth, as well as surrounding supporting structures. We have all heard the hype on television commercials and on social media, and we listen to what our dentists tell us; but do we understand why and what it really means? Explore how to consider if recommendations are necessary and in your best interests. Build awareness of the latest procedures and ways to preserve or improve your dazzling smile. Join us for a review of dental care as we progress through life.

 

  • Wildflowers of Nebraska
  • Fee: $10.00
    Course Number: SCI079L
    Dates: 6/19/2025 - 6/19/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 1
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Bob Henrickson
    Facilitator: Kirk Dietrich
    Seats Left: 74
    Across the fields and prairies, along the roadsides and wooded streams grow rare native wildflowers, whose beauty rivals that of anywhere in the world. Join horticulturist Bob Henrickson on a guided pictorial tour of regions across the great state of Nebraska which show beautiful images of Nebraska wildflowers growing in their natural habitat. These prairie gems are increasingly rare to see in nature. Learn more about the rare wildflowers of Nebraska, where you can find them and why it’s important to preserve the land that they still occupy.
 

  • Your Mind Unveiled: A Journey into Personal Psychology
  • Fee: $15.00
    Course Number: SCI077L
    Dates: 6/3/2025 - 6/10/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: Tu
    Sessions: 2
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: 213
    Instructor: Bill Latenser
    Facilitator: Clay Farris Naff
    Seats Left: 23

    Explore your mind's hidden depths by delving into implicit biases, intuition, emotion, moral foundation theory and the “big five” personality traits to gain a comprehensive understanding of your own psychology. This course combines presentations, self- assessments, and real-world applications to help you uncover the unconscious aspects of your mind and their impact on everyday life.

 

  • Constitutional Convention: Good Idea or Bad?
  • Fee: $15.00
    Course Number: CON099L
    Dates: 5/8/2025 - 5/15/2025
    Times: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Days: Th
    Sessions: 2
    Building: Southeast Community College Continuing Education C
    Room: Auditorium
    Instructor: Eric Berger, Gavin Geis, Laura Ebke
    Facilitator: Charlyne Berens and Randy Moody
    Seats Left: 19
    REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.

    The U.S. Constitution of 1789 lays out the mechanism for calling subsequent conventions, but that mechanism has never been used. Now, Nebraska is one of 19 states who have signed on to the effort to call for a Convention of the States to propose amendments to the Constitution. A minimum of 34 states is required to make a convention happen. Proponents say we need a convention to bring power back to the states and the people and out of the hands of bureaucrats. Opponents say the convention could endanger the nation’s principles and institutions since the U.S. Constitution includes no rules or boundaries for what can be done at a convention. This course’s first session will feature a constitutional scholar explaining the history and philosophy behind the Constitution and the principles it lays out. At the second session, an opponent and proponent of calling a convention will present their arguments.


 

  • Great Decisions 2025 Part II
  • Fee: $35.00
    Course Number: CON096L
    Dates: 3/28/2025 - 5/9/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Days: F
    Sessions: 6
    Building: UNL - Newkirk Human Sciences Building
    Room: 137
    Instructor: Marvin Almy
    Facilitator: Jim McLoughlin
    Seats Left: 9
    REGISTRATION FOR THIS CLASS IS CLOSED. This class is already in session.

    We will discuss major foreign policy issues facing the United States. The Foreign Policy Association has selected eight topics, and we will cover the final four in Term 4. The course is a continuation of Great Decisions from Term 3. Each topic will be covered through FPA’s 25-minute “Master Class” video lecture as well as written articles. You will be expected to read articles prior to watching the video each day of the class. Topics to be discussed in Term 4 include the future of NATO and European Security; AI and American National Security, India; between China, the West, and the Global South, and After Gaza; American Policy in the Middle East. Class members may purchase the “Great Decisions Briefing Book” online at www.fpa.org.


    Skip April 25th. Date of last session is May 9th.
 

  • Introduction to Bridge II
  • Fee: $35.00
    Course Number: LIF016L
    Dates: 4/2/2025 - 5/21/2025
    Times: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    Days: W
    Sessions: 6
    Building: Lincoln Duplicate Bridge Club
    Room: Second Floor
    Instructor: Henry Schuman
    Facilitator: Henry Schuman
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    This course is a continuation of the Introduction to Bridge I course. It is structured for the student with very limited prior knowledge of the game of bridge. We will cover how the game is played, bridge vocabulary, basic Standard American bidding, and basic card play. Each week, learn new content which builds on the previous week's concepts. There will be ample opportunities to play hands that will illustrate what has been taught in class. The students will dictate the pace of the course so all can grasp the basics of the game. 


    Note: Skip May 7. Make up from Term 3 May 14. Last session May 21.
 

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