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May 2 – “Where in the World Are You? Globalization 2017″ |
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| Speaker – John Tulac, attorney specializing in international law After a long election season with politicians of all persuasions mangling basic principles of economics, it’s time for a clear-headed look at free trade, comparative advantage, and globalization. Globalization has lifted much of the world’s population out of poverty. At the same time, many workers in developed economies have lost their jobs. This talk is a fast-paced overview of the global economy and globalization that shows what’s in it for everyone. It also addresses the failure of the US to effectively mitigate economic displacement of workers and argues for the implementation of new policies. John Tulac is attorney, active in all areas of international law, including imports and exports, licensing, and infrastructure projects. He is extensively involved in oil and gas, electric power generation, sustainable agriculture, and all aspects of business with China. He trains Chinese judges and regulators on topics relating to international and US law. He taught international business law at Cal Poly Pomona, was the founding dean of Irvine University College of Law, served as a judge pro tem in LA County courts, and has been a professional mediator for over 20 years. He earned a law degree from Loyola Law School.Introduction: Pat Kelly Fellowship: Marilyn Lubarsky Greeters: Doug MacKenzie and Larry Wicksted |
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May 9 – “Chronic Pain: An American Epidemic” |
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| Speaker – Dr. Stephani Sutherland, neuroscientist and science journalist Chronic pain affects over 100 million Americans — more than heart disease, cancer and diabetes combined. The US is in the grip of an epidemic of opioid misuse, which is being driven by chronic pain. Experts believe that chronic pain is a disease in itself, which should be treated with a multidisciplinary approach. Dr. Stephani Sutherland studied psychology, biology and English at Cal State Fullerton, and earned her PhD in neuroscience at Oregon Health & Sciences University, studying pain-sensing nerve cells. She has worked as a freelance journalist for publications including the Los Angeles Times, Scientific American, New Scientist and BrainFacts.org. Dr. Sutherland taught science and writing at Washington State University, where she worked as an academic advisor for science students. In 2013 she returned to her roots and focused on writing about pain research; she is a frequent contributor online at the Pain Research Forum and RELIEF.news.Introduction: Art Sutton Fellowship: Larry Wicksted Greeters: Pat Kelly and Art Parker |
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May 16 – “Two Who Saved Thousands” |
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| Speaker – Dr. Tom Helliwell, Professor of Physics Emeritus at Harvey Mudd College This is the story of two brilliant strangers who, by outwitting the Germans, saved thousands of lives during World War II. One was a young British scientist with a penchant for practical jokes and the confidence to question his superiors. The other was an even younger French woman with a gift for languages, a photographic memory, and an “innocent charm” that fooled German army officers. Tom Helliwell, a University Club member, will describe how this unlikely pair, who never met until long after the war, helped save thousands of Londoners and others by blunting the effect of Hitler’s “vengeance weapons” and arguably shortening the war.Introduction: Bill Waggener Fellowship: Mel Boynton Greeters: Milt Wilson |
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May 23 – “A Photographic Visit to Cuba” |
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| Speaker – Denise and Bob Zondervan, world travelers Cuba is a mid-20th century Pompeii. When a band of insurgents led by Fidel Castro overturned the corrupt regime of Felgenico Batista in 1959, thousands of 1950’s American cars, villas, and businesses were abandoned and frozen in time. In the past few years, that frozen land has begun to thaw and thousands of Americans and other travelers have seized the opportunity to visit Cuba. In 2015 Denise and Bob Zondervan had a unique adventure in Cuba, with hosts who were Pulitzer Prize winning photographers. The trip included visits to Havana, Cienfuegos and Trinidad. The Zondervans have lived in Claremont 38 years. They enjoy world travel, especially visiting countries recently opened. Bob is a retired psychiatrist and Denise, the photographer in the family, spent many years working in the field of education.Introduction: Ray Bragg Fellowship: Anne Sonner Greeters: Sam Mansour and Bob Knell |
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May 30 – “First-Hand Stories from the 1936 Olympics in Berlin” |
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| Speaker – Iris Cummings Critchell, pilot and instructor Iris Critchell gave a great presentation to the club in November about her career in aviation. She talked briefly about her experience in the 1936 Olympics in Berlin. This time she will tell us more about the Olympics. She was a 15-year-old swimmer on the US team. Her slideshow includes photographs she took with her Brownie camera 81 years ago. Hilter and the Nazis were there, and many world-famous athletes, some of whom Iris kept in touch with for decades. Her stories are fascinating. Iris graduated from USC in physical science and mathematics in 1941. She trained as a pilot and then taught flying. During WWII she flew with the WASPS (Women’s Air-force Service Pilots). In 1946-48 she developed and taught four courses and instructed the Instrument Flight courses for the USC College of Aeronautics at Santa Maria. In 1961 she and her husband developed the Bates Foundation for Aeronautical Education program at Harvey Mudd College, where she is faculty emeritus, and recipient of many awards.Introduction: Mel Boynton Fellowship: Bill Waggener Greeter: Anne Sonner Birthdays: Jeanne Kennedy |
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Bulletin Committee Members: David and Anne Sonner |
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Ideas
for good program? Contact Bob Smith, Program Committee Chair 909 625-4344 Bsartist@netscape.com |
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