The idea that “all men are created equal” is central to the American story—but putting that belief into practice has always been challenging.
This presentation traces how Americans have debated, expanded, and redefined equality over time. From the nation’s founding to modern civil rights movements, equality has been tested, resisted, and reimagined. Participants will explore how the pursuit of equality has shaped the country and consider what that ongoing struggle means today.
Instructor:Emmett CoyneMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #:CUR163 | Room:Room 4
Day of Week | Date | Time: Tu | 4/28/2026 | 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Seats Available:18
View and discuss two engaging TED Talks (visit TED.com) in a salon-type setting where free-thinkers spark each other's minds and hearts through spirited presentations and conversation.
Be stimulated, and become better educated and acquainted. Salons such as this were popular occasions for sharing knowledge and building friendships from Renaissance times up until the 1940s. TED has again popularized this concept with TEDx - local, independently organized events - in vibrant learning communities all over the world.
Participants are sure to leave motivated and more meaningfully connected with the world around us.
Instructor:Patti Wallner, Gene Goergen, Thomas HauckMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #:CUR112 | Room:Room 4
Day of Week | Date | Time : F | 5/1/2026 - 5/29/2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM This class meets 5 times Seats Available:7
View and discuss two engaging TED Talks (visit TED.com) in a salon-type setting where free-thinkers spark each other's minds and hearts through spirited presentations and conversation.
Be stimulated, and become better educated and acquainted. Salons such as this were popular occasions for sharing knowledge and building friendships from Renaissance times up until the 1940s. TED has again popularized this concept with TEDx - local, independently organized events - in vibrant learning communities all over the world.
Participants are sure to leave motivated and more meaningfully connected with the world around us.
Instructor: Patti Wallner, Gene Goergen, Thomas HauckMembers: $5; General Public: $10
Course #:CUR112 | Room:Room 4
Day of Week | Date | Time:F | 6/5/2026 & 6/12/2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM This class meets 2 times Seats Available:10
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Do you like to keep up with current events? Join us to discuss and share ideas that affect us and the world we live in. You don't have to be an expert! We will discuss local, state, national and international news in a civil, open-minded environment. Discussion will be moderated.
Instructor:Sandy Carey Course #: CUR101 | Room:Cypress Hall Day of Week | Date | Time:Th | 1/8/2026 - 6/11/2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM This course meets: Jan. 8 & 29, Feb. 12 & 26, March 12 & 26, April 9 & 23, May 14 & 28 and June 11. Note: Students are not charged when placed on a waiting list, and will be notified by MTP staff if a seat becomes available.
