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SUMMARY:Inherit the Land with Gene Stowe
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: Inherit the Land; Jim Crow Meets Miss Maggie’s Will\nSPEAKER: Gene Stowe\, Author \nTwo antebellum white spinster sisters in Marvin\, NC\, raised a black man and then his daughter as their own beginning in Reconstruction. \nThe women left them their 800 acre homeplace\, a will upheld against all odds by two White juries in Monroe in the 1920’s. The personal relationships and economic empowerment left Marvin untouched by Jim Crow to this day. \n\nBIOGRAPHY \n\nGraduated from Monroe High School 1972\nUNC (religion) 1975\nLutheran Theological Seminary (MTS) 1983\nReporter for the Charlotte Observer 1981-1993\nTeacher\, head of writing and religion program for Trinity Schools Inc. in South Bend\, IN 1993-2012\nFreelance writer 2013 to present
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/love-justice-how-maggie-and-mittie-made-marvin-a-model-with-gene-stowe-1/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Importance of Fungi in Promoting Healthy Plant and Forest Growth with Dr. Andrea Porras-Alfaro
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: The Importance of Fungi in Promoting Healthy Plant and Forest Growth \nSPEAKER:  Dr. Andrea Porras-Alfaro \nFungi are diverse and abundant. They are an integral part of plants and soil communities. This talk will discuss the importance of fungi on agriculture and forest health. \nNOTE: This presentation is Zoom only. There will be no in-person meeting at PUMC. You must register via the Zoom button above to get access to this presentation. \n\nBIOGRAPHY \nDr. Andrea Porras-Alfaro is a mycologist. She studies plant-fungal interactions including fungi associated with orchids\, desert plants\, and grasslands. She obtained her Ph.D. from University of New Mexico and she is currently a Program Director at the National Science Foundation. \nhttps://sites.google.com/site/andreaporrasalfaro/
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/the-importance-fungi-in-promoting-healthy-plant-and-forest-growth-with-dr-andrea-porras-alfaro/
LOCATION:Zoom Only
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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SUMMARY:Curriculum Committee Meeting  - February 14
DESCRIPTION:Curriculum Meetings are open to Membership.  \nJoin our Curriculum meetings to hear about upcoming speakers/events or to suggest speakers you know (or have heard speak) and believe would be of interest to your fellow Senior Scholars.
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/curriculum-meeting-february-14/
LOCATION:Zoom Registration Required
CATEGORIES:Board/Committee Meetings
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SUMMARY:New Member Orientation - Friday February 16
DESCRIPTION:All members old and new are invited to attend in person or via Zoom\, our New Member Orientation meeting. \nLearn more about the organization including how to meet people\, join events and how you can help the organization – the best way to meet new people! \nIn person meeting is in Room 106 in PUMC.
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/new-member-orientation-friday-february-16/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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SUMMARY:Unveiling the Skies: Preview of Sullenberger Aviation Museum with Kayla Adams and Misty Sweat
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: Unveiling the Skies: Preview of Sullenberger Aviation Museum\n\nSPEAKER:  Kayla Adams\, Director of Education\, and Misty Sweat\, VP of Education and Programming\, Sullenberger Aviation Museum \nJoin us for a sneak peek into the upcoming Sullenberger Aviation Museum\, set to open its doors this summer in the growing city of Charlotte\, NC. See a preview of the new state-of-the-art $30 million campus and get a glimpse of the museum’s innovative exhibits that will showcase the evolution of aviation technology\, the pivotal moments that have defined modern air travel\, and the people of aviation that have made it happen. \n\nBIOGRAPHY \nKayla Adams is the Director of Education at the Sullenberger Aviation Museum (SAM). \nKayla is driving the development of SAM’s comprehensive education program. Her role involves orchestrating educational visitor experiences\, including guided field trips\, special educational programming\, and makerspace engagement. \nShe also supports the development of SAM’s newly structured volunteer program. Kayla holds a Master’s in Heritage Preservation from Georgia State University\, specializing in museum educational programming. \nWith over a decade of experience in educational programming\, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her position\, ensuring that Sullenberger Aviation provides enriching and educational experiences for visitors while preserving the heritage of aviation. \nIntroducing Dr. Misty Sweat\, a dynamic educational leader with a passion for innovation and a commitment to shaping the future of aviation education. Currently serving as the Vice President of Education at the Sullenberger Aviation Museum for the past year\, Dr. Sweat brings over 15 years of invaluable experience to the field of education. \nDr. Sweat’s journey began as a high school math and science teacher\, where her dedication to fostering student growth and curiosity for improving outcomes quickly set her apart. Over the years\, she transitioned into leadership roles by spearheading groundbreaking programming and introducing and providing training for transformative initiatives across five different districts spanning two states. \nArmed with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and a Master’s in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership from the University of Memphis\, Dr. Sweat’s academic foundation laid the groundwork for her future in educational leadership. Her commitment to continuous growth and expertise led her to attain a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from East Tennessee State University. \nIn her current role\, Dr. Sweat is at the forefront of designing the educational and volunteer programs while also spearheading outreach and workforce development initiatives at the Sullenberger Aviation Museum. As the museum prepares to open its doors next summer\, her visionary leadership and innovative approach promise to create an engaging and impactful educational experience for visitors\, students\, and aviation enthusiasts alike. \n 
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LOCATION:Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Catawba Cultural Center
DESCRIPTION:DATE: February 20\, 2024; 11 am – 12 pm tour and demonstration.\nCOST: $10 payable in cash or check payable to Senior Scholars.\nWHERE: Catawba Cultural Center\, indoors\, elevator available\, standing for half hour during tour of museum.\nADDRESS:  1536 Tom Steven Rd\, Rock Hill\, SC (30 miles from PUMC).\nCARPOOLING: From Queens University Sports Complex\, 2229 Tyvola Rd\, meet up at 10:00 am. \nThe Catawba have lived along the Catawba River for more than 6000 years. Demonstrating an uncanny knack for making beneficial alliances during the colonial and Revolutionary eras\, and for navigating the shifting sands of US domestic Indian policies\, the Catawba have managed to maintain their identity as a people\, and to carry their heritage forward into the 21st century. Today\, the Catawba remain a vibrant\, modern\, and rapidly growing tribe. \nPlease join us on February 20\, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Catawba Cultural Center. The staff will provide a guided museum tour of exhibits including archeology finds\, games\, basketry\, pottery\, lifestyle\, and dwellings. Staff will also present a pottery demonstration covering a brief history of Catawba pottery\, different tools used\, significance to Catawba culture\, and show basic hand-building techniques. \nAfterwards\, visitors are welcome to picnic\, explore the walking trails\, and visit the Trading Post\, which is the world’s largest buyer and seller of Catawba pottery\, art and other objects. \nCatawba Culture
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/field-trip-catawba-cultural-center/
LOCATION:North Carolina
CATEGORIES:Field Trips,Social Events
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SUMMARY:Understanding Indonesia with Dr. Kevin Fogg / GREAT DECISIONS Topic
DESCRIPTION:GREAT DECISIONS TOPIC: Understanding Indonesia\nSPEAKER:  Dr. Kevin Fogg\, Associate Director\, Carolina Asia Center\, UNC-Chapel Hill \nIndonesia is the world’s fourth most populous country\, has more Muslims than any other country on earth\, is a center for global biodiversity\, and is the biggest player in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations–and yet it is not well known or understood in the United States. \nThis presentation will unpack how Indonesia fits into our modern world and what is next for the country after its 2024 elections. \n\nBIOGRAPHY \nDr. Kevin Fogg is the Associate Director of the Carolina Asia Center at UNC-Chapel Hill and teaches in the university’s Department of History. \nDr. Fogg came to UNC from Oxford\, where he taught for eight years in the Faculty of History\, Brasenose College\, and the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies. He did his undergraduate degree at Duke\, and he completed his master’s and doctoral studies at Yale. \nHe is a historian of Southeast Asia\, specializing in Islamic societies and post-colonial Indonesia. \nNew Mandala blog run by the Australian National University provides interesting perspectives on Indonesia (often politics) in English\, usually about once a month: https://www.newmandala.org/\nThe Inside Indonesia online journal is written by academics for a non-specialist audience\, and treats a broad range of topics in Indonesian society: https://www.insideindonesia.org/\nElizabeth Pisani’s book _Indonesia\, Etc._ provides an engaging introduction to the archipelago\, although now about a decade old: http://indonesiaetc.com/
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/understanding-indonesia-with-dr-kevin-fogg-great-decisions-topic/
LOCATION:Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom\, 2810 Providence Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Presentations
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SUMMARY:Lunch Bunch - February 23
DESCRIPTION:We have booked Red Rocks and Bricktops restaurants for Friday\, February 23 at noon. \nRegistration will start soon. Limited space available! \nIf you register and find you can’t attend\, please email LunchBunch@SeniorScholars.net so that we can offer your seat to another member. \nRed Rocks\nSouthpark location\n4223 Providence Rd #8\nCharlotte\, NC 28211 \nBricktops\n6401 Carnegie Blvd #1B\nCharlotte\, North Carolina 28211 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://seniorscholars.net/event/lunch-bunch-february-23/
LOCATION:North Carolina
CATEGORIES:Lunch Bunch,Social Events
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