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FALL 2023 - THE DIVISION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Greetings Students!
Thank you for your interest in the Institute for Learning in
Retirement (ILR), a program in Continuing Education and
Workforce Development at Bergen Community College.
Choose from an exciting selection of courses both in-person
and online. We hope you’ll join us for the ILR’s Fall 2023
Semester! Courses will continue to be facilitated by ded-
icated volunteer instructors, passionate about the content
they share with you.
Registration begins on Wednesday, September 13, 2023.
After purchasing a fall semester membership for $125.00,
students can register online, over the phone or in-person for
up to five courses of their choosing, plus bonus courses. The
ILR semester runs Tuesday, September 26 to Friday,
December 15.
If you are interested in volunteering to teach for the ILR
please contact the ILR office at (201) 447-7156 or
Cinzia D’lorio, Executive Director
Julia Gibson, Dean
Mary Kate O’Toole-Mellow, Program Supervisor
Dolores Hunt, Coordinator
Beverly Miller, Secretary
NOTE FROM PROGRAM STAFF TABLE OF CONTENTS
• Note from Program Staff 1
• Table of Contents 1
• Contact Us 1
• About the ILR and Membership Benefits 2
• Registration Information 3
• BCC General Information and Policies 4
• Tips for In-Person and Online Classes 5
• Campus Map 6
• Volunteer to Teach for the ILR 6
• Week-at-a-Glance In-Person Courses 7-8
• Week-at-a-Glance Online Courses 9
• Course Descriptions 10-17
• Instructor Bios 18-22
CONTACT US
Institute for Learning in Retirement
Main Number: (201) 447-7156
General Email: [email protected]
Website: ilr.bergen.edu
The Technology Building, TEC-115, Paramus campus
400 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652
Mary Kate Mellow, Program Supervisor
(201) 879-3571
Beverly Miller, Secretary
(201) 447-7156
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About the Institute for Learning in Retirement
The Institute for Learning in Retirement (ILR), a program in Continuing Education and Workforce
Development at Bergen Community College, serves the intellectual and social needs of a vibrant
community of lifelong learners. Our members have a thirst for learning. Membership is open to all
persons, 55 years and older. Current members come from a wide range of experiences and
backgrounds. There are no educational prerequisites, no exams, and no grades. Courses are taught
by members and experts from the larger community who volunteer their time to share their
knowledge and passions. Each semester’s offerings cover a broad range of topics.
Instructors recieve a free membership during the semester they are teaching.
One fee of $125.00 per semester, entitles members to
attend up to five (5) courses, plus bonus courses.
Why You Should Join
• To become part of a community created specifically to
meet the lifelong educational interests and needs of
mature adults.
• To have social interaction with other ILR members during
classes and other organizational activities.
• To enjoy classes and activities in a diverse and multi-
generational college campus setting.
• To have access and borrowing privileges at Bergen
Community College Sidney Silverman Library.
• To be able to use the Paramus campus Fitness Center
and pool during scheduled free-time hours.
Benefits of Membership
Cafeteria
BCC Campus Dining (Pitkin Building, 2nd Floor) is open
Monday to Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.
to 3:00 p.m. Starbucks is located in the Student Center (Pitkin
Building) and is open weekdays 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hours
vary during holidays and breaks.
Dental Hygiene Clinic
This on-campus program is open to ILR members with a
Student ID card. Call (201) 447-7180 for an appointment.
There is a minimal charge for this service.
Paramus Campus Fitness Center (S-128) and
Swimming Pool
ILR members may use the facilities during scheduled free-
time hours (which may vary throughout the year). Members
should call the Bergen Community College’s main number
at (201) 447-7100 to confirm hours of operation.
Fitness Center Schedule and Medical Release forms are
available in the Office of Health Service room HS 100 Pitkin.
You must complete a Medical Release form and return it to
room HS 100 to receive a medical card before you can use
the facilities. You must also present your Student ID card.
Sidney Silverman Library
ILR members have access and borrowing privileges at Bergen
Community College Sidney Silverman Library by presenting
their Student ID card at the desk.
Email [email protected] to sign up for the ILR email list.
Membership
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ILR Registration Information
Registration for the Fall 2023 semester starts September 13, 2023!
Semester Dates: Tuesday, September 26 and ends Friday, December 15, 2023
No Class: November 7 and November 22-24, 2023
The ILR offers a wide array of courses, of various lengths, with offerings both in-person and online.
ILR courses start and end at various times during the semester.
You do not have to be present for the entire semester to participate in the ILR.
3 Ways to Register
Online: Visit ilr.bergen.edu/courses to register online.
By Phone: Call the ILR at (201) 447-7156.
In-Person: Visit the ILR office TEC-115 located in
The Technology Building on the Paramus campus.
Onlline Registration
Enroll
Before enrolling in courses, students purchase an ILR
membership for the semester. Memberships are purchased
during registration. For schedule changes contact the ILR.
Returning Students
If you are a returning ILR student, use your current username
(your email) and password to log in for Registration.
For help resetting forgotten passwords visit
https://bergen.edu/portalhelp or contact the HelpDesk at
(201) 879-7109.
To update your contact information contact the ILR at
Cost
ILR Membership is $125.00 for one semester and entitles
you to register for and attend five (5) courses per semester.
The ILR runs both a fall and spring semester. The ILR accepts
new members at any time during the semester but does
not prorate fees.
Payment
Payment is by credit card. **Canceling your credit card
payment through your credit card company will result in a
$35.00 processing fee from the ILR. Failure to pay the fee will
result in delayed registration.
Refund Policy
The ILR does not issue refunds.
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General Information and Policies
BCC Policies
For BCC General Information, Student Code of Contact and
Sexual Harassment Policy, and Drug Free Workplace Act,
please visit https://bergen.edu/ce/general-information-and-
policies
Directions and Paramus Campus Map
Bergen Community College
400 Paramus Road
Paramus, New Jersey 07652
Visit this BCC webpage:
https://bergen.edu/about-us/locations/paramus
Public Transportation & Bergen Community College
inter-campus Shuttle (BCC Shuttle)
NJ Transit: Buses run regularly to campus. Check
www.njtransit.com for schedules and to verify they stop on
Campus.
Parking
Parking is free. Park in the Student Parking Lot B. ILR members
do not need a parking pass, but if you would like one, reach
out to the ILR. The Technology Building is closer to Lot B’s G-9
area. The Pitkin Education Center is closer to Lot B’s G-1 area.
For information on parking or handicap parking please reach
out to Public Safety.
Emergency Closings
In the event that the College will be closed or have a delayed
opening, official notification is available from the following
service:
BCC Emergency Notification System
Register at
https://bergen.sendwordnow.com/HomePage.aspx
BCC website: https://bergen.edu
• Call the College’s main telephone number (201) 447-7100
• Log on to www.1010wins.com to sign up for email
notifications of college closings.
• Listen to radio stations: WCBS/880, WOR/710, 1010
Wins, WVNJ 1160.
• Watch News 12 NJ TV Cablevision
Student ID Card
Student ID cards are not required to attend ILR classes. All
members who do not have a student ID Card and would like
to receive one need to obtain a Student ID Number from the
ILR, then stop by the Public Safety Department located in the
Pitkin Building, first floor, room L-154.
Student ID cards for ILR members cannot be applied for
online. They must be done in person at Public Safety
Department.
ILR Photography/Video Policy for Members
NOTICE: While on the grounds of any Bergen Community College location, you may be photographed or videotaped.
Your presence at the college will serve as a voluntary grant to Bergen of the right to photograph your image and to own,
license, assign and/or use the same (and/or any portion thereof) forever and throughout the world in any manner
and/media including, without limitation, in programming and the advertisement and promotion thereof.
You will not receive any payment for such use and waive any right to bring any action in law or equity against the college
and its past, present, and future officers, agents, representatives, employees, successors and assigns for such use.
If you do not agree to the above terms and do not wish to be photographed/taped, please remove yourself from areas
where photography/videotaping are taking place.
Public Safety
(201) 447-9200; or [email protected]. Located in the Pitkin Education Center L-154
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Tips for In-Person and Online Classes
In-Person Classes
Before the start of their first class, the ILR will email students
their classroom information and parking tips. The ILR website’s
“News and Media” page will have a downloadable list of
classrooms at the start of the semester. A list of classrooms will
also be posted outside Public Safety and the ILR office.
Last Minute Classroom Changes: Students will be
notified of any changes to their classroom by email or by
phone. The ILR phone recording at (201) 447-7156 will also
have last-minute changes, and changes will be posted outside
the ILR Office and Public Safety,
Common Classroom Locations
A-104 is on the first floor near the Student Center area of the
Pitkin Education Center. It is down a small hall near the
restrooms across from the One-Stop Registration.
TEC-201 and other TEC classrooms are in The Technology
Building. Enter from either side of the building and take the
stairs or elevator up to the second floor.
S-343 is in the Pitkin Education Center Science (S) Wing.
• Use the South Entrance to Pitkin which faces the outdoor
courtyard. You will see Public Safety on your right and
elevators on your left.
• Take the elevators up to the third floor. Head right past
the water fountain and restrooms through a doorway
into a long hallway with a brownish orange floor.
• When the doors turn green you have entered the Science
Wing. Walk a bit further and take your first left passing a
bank of vending machines. S-343 is a few doors down
on the left.
Online Classes
Online classes are through Webex. Before your first class you
will receive a link to log on. This will be the same link for every
class. Log into your class 10 minutes in advance to address
any connection needs. In the event of technical difficulties
during class, please check your email for updates.
For assistance with Webex reach out to:
• HelpDesk Media Technology Department:
(201) 879-7109, ext. 3.
• ILR: (201) 447-7156
• Continuing Education and Workforce Development:
(201) 447-7488
Minimum computing requirements for online
classes:
• A reliable internet connection
• A laptop with a built-in webcam and microphone or a
smartphone or table
• An internet browser (Google Chrome, or Mozilla Firefox)
To learn more visit:
https://bergen.edu/online/getting-started-with-online-
courses.
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FAQ’s
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8. South Entrance - Student Center
9. Student Center
10. East Entrance - Student Center
11. South Entrance - Public Safety
12. East Entrance
13. Gym
14. Gym & Pool Entrance
15. Pool
16. Health Services
17. Health Professions Integrated Teaching Center
18. Technology Education Center
19. Moses Center & Buehler Observatory
20. Buehler Challenger & Science Center
21. Ender Hall
22. Greenhouse
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Volunteer to Teach for the ILR and Campus Map
Volunteer to Teach for the ILR
Share your passion! Volunteer to teach for the ILR, a vibrant community of lifelong learners ages 55
and over. ILR instructors receive a free membership and can take up to five courses during the
semester in which they are teaching. Visit ilr.bergen.edu/proposals/ to learn more
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Campus Map
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Week-at-a-Glance IN-PERSON Courses (Page 1 of 2)
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
IR-640
Discovery Series
10/2, 10/9,
10/16, 10/23
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Mario Medici
IR-972
IP and Business
of Baseball
11/14, 11/21
(in-person or online)
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Keith Danish
IR-088
AARP Smart Driver
9/27
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
JoAnn Mitchell
IR-619
Watercolors for All
9/28, 10/5, 10/19,
10/26, 11/2, 11/9,
11/16, 11/30, 12/7,
12/14
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Barry Shiff
IR-989
Modern America
Emerges
10/20, 10/ 27,
11/3, 11/10
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Janet Dinardo-White
IR-948
US Space Program
History
11/6, 11/13, 11/20,
11/27, 12/4
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Joe Lennox
IR-994
Banned and
Challenged Books:
Classics
10/3, 10/10,
10/17, 10/31
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Emily Ginder
IR-939
Senior Balance Yoga
10/11, 10/18,
10/25, 11/1
10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
Rennie Ackerman
IR-503
Hardly Camelot:
The Political JFK
9/28, 10/5, 10/12,
10/19, 10/26, 11/2
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
James Devine
IR-919
Healthcare Costs and
Claiming Social
Security in Retirement
9/29, 10/6, 10/13,
10/20, 10/27, 11/3
12:30 -1:30 pm
Theresa J. Yarosh
IR-954
Lively Discussions
Spirituality Book
and Movie Club
10/2, 10/16, 10/30
12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
Rachel Wieland
IR-930
Photography
Potpourri
10/31, 11/14, 11/21,
11/28, 12/5
12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Harmon Kaplan
IR-990
Plan for Aging
in Place in the Home
11/8
10:00– 11:30 a.m.
Wendy Sabin
IR-979
Selected Topics
in Ancient History
11/9, 11/16, 11/30,
12/7, 12/14, 12/21
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
James Devine
IR-912
Gentle Beginnings
Yoga
10/6, 10/13, 10/20,
10/27, 11/3, 11/10
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Rosemary Donnelly
IR-940
Mix of History
and Politics
10/2, 10/9, 10/16,
10/23
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Dick Burnon
IR-957
Current Events Club
9/26, 10/3, 10/10,
10/17, 10/24, 10/31,
11/14, 11/21, 11/28
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Herman Lindenbaum
IR-975
Growing Toward
Spiritual Maturity
10/4, 10/11,
10/18, 10/25
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Linda Lawrence
IR-911
Mindfulness
Meditation in Nature
9/28, 10/5,
10/12, 10/19
11:00 - 11:45 a.m.
Peter Dlugos
IR-256
"In The Record"
10/2, 10/9, 10/16,
10/23, 10/30, 11/6
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Speakers from
The Record
IR-977
Basics of Artificial
Intelligence
12/5, 12/12
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Fred Voss
IR-981
Heads Up, Seniors!
11/15
10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
Rachel Ishak
IR-970 Film Program 1
9/28, 10/5, 10/12,
10/19, 10/26
IR-971 Film Program 2
11/2, 11/9, 11/16,
11/30, 12/7, 12/14
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Theo Solomon
Courses organized loosely by start date and time.
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
IR-860
Financial Planning
in Retirement
11/8, 11/15, 11/29,
12/6, 12/13
12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Traphagen Advisors
IR-602
Five US Presidents
9/28, 10/5, 10/12,
10/19, 10/26
1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Tom DeStefano
IR-995
Acting Workshop
11/8. 11/15, 11/29
12/6, 12/13
12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Glen Vincent
IR-676
Sketching for All
9/28, 10/5, 10/26,
11/2, 11/9, 11/16,
11/30, 12/7, 12/14
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Barry Shiff
IR-437
Intro to
Digital Photography
10/9, 10/16,
10/23, 10/30
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Ray Turkin
IR-521
Topics in Biology and
The Environment
10/24, 10/31,
11/14, 11/21
3:30 - 4:45 p.m.
Robert Dill
IR-974
Washington, Jefferson,
Hamilton, Burr and the
Broadway Musical
10/4, 10/11, 10/18,
10/25, 11/1
1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Feingold & DeStefano
IR-393
Financial Fitness in
Retirement
11/9, 11/16,
11/30, 12/7
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Chepauskas and
Maimone
IR-980
The Secret WWII
Concentration Camp
Diary of Odd Nansen
10/23
3:15 - 4:45 p.m.
Tim Boyce
IR-247
Choir “Sing, Sing, Sing”
9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17,
10/24, 10/31, 11/14,
11/21, 11/28, 12/5
Concert 12/12
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Barbara Heitmann
IR-921
Neurology 101
11/16, 11/30, 12/07,
12/14
2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Judith Lustig
IR-060
Legal Issues - Elderly
and Caregivers
10/5, 10/12,
10/19, 10/26
3:15. - 4:15 p.m.
Robert J. Romano, Jr.
Courses organized loosely by start date and time.
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Week-at-a-Glance ONLINE Courses
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
IR-991
Chair Yoga: Stretch,
Breathe, and Meditate
10/2, 10/9, 10/16,
10/23, 10/30, 11/6
10:00. – 11:00 a.m.
Melissa Krieger
IR-972
IP and Business
of Baseball
11/14, 11/21
(in-person or online)
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Keith Danish
IR-976
Road Trippin’ USA -
National Parks
10/12, 10/19, 10/26
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Elaine Morales
IR-965
Makers of History
11/13, 11/20, 11/27, 12/4
10:30 -11:45 a.m.
Manfred Weidhorn
IR-724
Exploring Genetic
Genealogy 101
10/10, 10/17, 10/24,
10/31, 11/14
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Fred Voss
IR-993
Collecting Art in
Gilded Age
9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Denise Budd
IR-996
Lessons from the
Road – RV Travel
11/16
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Elaine Morales
IR-992
Art and Artists of Latin
American
10/2, 10/9, 10/16,
10/23, 10/30, 11/6
2:00 - 3:15 p.m.
Sandra Hancock Martin
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IR-640 Discovery Series: Paterson,
NJ; Christmas Lights of NYC; Boston
- The Freedom Trail; A Visit to Maine
This course is led by instructor Mario
Medici of Mario Medici Lectures. LLC., and
it encompasses four different lectures full
of both beautiful and original photos as
well as historical photos.
•“Paterson - New Jersey” (10/2) - Discover
Paterson’s rich history in shaping our
nation. Visit the Great Falls of the Passaic
River as well as numerous other locations
listed on the National Register of Historic
Places.
• “Christmas Lights of New York City” (10/9) -
Begin at 59th and Lexington, and
meander through the streets of New
York City viewing the holiday lights and
window decorations, as only New York
City can do it.
• “The Freedom Trail” (10/16) - Walk the
2.5-mile Freedom Trail and discover the
rich history of the American Revolution,
as it began in Boston, where every step
tells a story.
• “A Visit to Maine” (10/23) - Journey to
the beautiful coast of Maine (with an
estimated 5,000 miles of coastline -
more than California!) making several
stops along the way including
Kennebunkport, Portland, and ending
in historic and beautiful Bar Harbor
with a visit to Acadia National Park (2nd
most visited park in USA).
Mondays in-person: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16,
10/23
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Mario Medici, MBA
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
IR-991 Chair Yoga: Stretch, Breathe,
and Meditate
In this online Chair Yoga class, everyone
will practice gentle seated stretches and
yoga poses. The instructor will introduce
varied yogic breathing techniques,
designed to leave participants feeling
relaxed, energized, and focused. The class
will conclude with a guided meditation.
There will be time at the end of the class to
ask questions and reflect on the
experience. Note: A firm chair is suggested.
Accommodations will be made for
everyone.
Mondays ONLINE: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16,
10/23, 10/30, 11/6
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Associate Professor Melissa Krieger,
Ed.D., BCC faculty
IR-954 Lively Discussions - ILR
Spirituality Book and Movie Club
Come join a group of like-minded people
who find spirituality a topic of interest for
lively discussions. For this semester we
will be reading and discussing Lessons
from the Light by Kenneth Ring Ph.D.
Discussion will focus on the various topics
from the book. We will also be reviewing
videos and selected parts of movies
focused on spirituality. If possible,
students should read about the first half of
the book before coming to the first class.
Course Materials: Please come with a copy
of Lessons from the Light by Kenneth Ring,
Ph.D.
Mondays In-Person: 10/2, 10/16,
10/30 (every other week)
Time: 12:15 - 1:15 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Professor Rachel Wieland, BCC Faculty
IR-940: A Mix of History and Politics:
Jesse James; Joe McCarthy; Ziggy
Gruber; Moe Berg
Jesse James, American Outlaw (10/2)
Joe McCarthy, U.S. Senator (10/9)
Ziggy Gruber, Third Generation Deli
Man (10/16)
Moe Berg, Catcher/Spy (10/23)
Mondays In-person: 10/2, 10/9,
10/16, 10/23
Time of Course: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Room: TBD
Instructor: Dick Burnon
WELCOME BACK!
IR-256 "In The Record"
Taught by editors and staff of The Record
and NorthJersey.com, this course will
examine the changing news industry;
the effect of media on society; how the
bifurcated nature of our politics is
amplified by people’s perception of the
media; the importance of local
coverage; the difference between news
and opinion; how to spot bias in the
media; why print won’t last forever; and
how Google and SEO play into what you
see on your screens.
Mondays In-person: 10/2, 10/9,
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6
Time: 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Speakers from The Record of the
news organization NorthJersey.com
MONDAY Course Offerings
Course Descriptions
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IR-992 The Art and Artists of Latin
American
Starting with the pre-Columbian art of
the Aztecs of Mexico and ending with
the Chicano art of the Southwest, this
course will look at the historical,
political, and religious influences in
Latin America art. We will look at colonial
art and then move on to the work of the
Mexican muralists Diego Rivera, David
Siqueiros, José Clemente Orozco, the
surrealists Frida Kahlo, Leonora
Carrington, Remedios Varo and then to
the South Americans Fernando Botero,
Manuel Blanes and Torres García.
Mondays ONLINE: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16,
10/23, 10/30, 11/6
Time: 2:00 - 3:15 p.m.
Instructor: Sandra Hancock Martin,
M.A.T.
IR-437 An Introduction to Digital
Photography
This course is for those who have a basic
knowledge of the fundamentals of digital
camera operation. You'll learn the
concepts of exposure, depth of field,
lighting, and composition to improve your
photographs, including pictures of family
and friends. You'll also learn how to
download, organize, and get your images
printed. If all this sounds complicated,
don't worry, we'll keep it simple. Please
bring your camera and user's manual to
class. Enrollment is limited. Student
Materials: camera and user manual
Mondays In-person: 10/9, 10/16,
10/23, 10/30
Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
Room: S-343
Instructor: Ray Turkin
NEW INSTRUCTOR! BONUS COURSE
IR-980: The Secret WWII
Concentration Camp Diary of Odd
Nansen
Hailed by The New Yorker as “among the
most compelling documents to come out
of the war,” From Day to Day is a World
War II concentration camp diary—one of
only a handful ever translated into
English—secretly written by Odd Nansen, a
Norwegian. Arrested in January 1942,
Nansen, son of polar explorer and
humanitarian Fridtjof Nansen (Nobel
Peace Prize, 1922), was held captive in
various Nazi camps in Norway and
Germany. This inspiring diary brilliantly
illuminates Nansen’s daily struggle, not
only to survive, but to preserve his sanity
and maintain his humanity. After having
been out of print for over 60 years,
Timothy Boyce rescued the diary from
oblivion after reading the memoir of
another Holocaust survivor, whose life, as
a 10-year-old boy, was saved by Nansen
while both were prisoners in
Sachsenhausen. Nansen's diary is
remarkable on many levels: as an
eloquent personal record, as an
eyewitness account of the Holocaust, and
as an inspiring example of the human
spirit at its best. Through selected
readings, Tim will explain who Nansen
was, why he was arrested, why he wrote
the diary, how he preserved it, and why
this diary is as important today as it was
when first written.
Monday In-person: 10/23
Time: 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Tim Boyce
IR-948 US Space Program History:
Apollo 8; Space Exploration Benefits;
Skylab; Challenger; Walking in Space
● Apollo 8 - human’s first trip to the
moon; a Christmas like no other
● Space Exploration Benefits - you will be
amazed at how much and in how many
ways space exploration improves your life
here on Earth.
● Skylab - the world’s first space station
that proved that successful space
exploration requires humans to be part of
the mission but also showed that humans
are just that - human.
● Challenger - the first in-flight tragedy in
American space exploration history, why
did it happen?
● Walking In Space - floating hundreds of
miles above the Earth and doing real
work, the adventure of a lifetime.
Mondays In-person: 11/6, 11/13,
11/20, 11/27, 12/4
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Joe Lennox
IR-965 Makers of History: St.
Augustine and Rabbi Maimonides;
Tom Paine; Maggie Thatcher,
Beethoven
Join us as we learn about 5 important
historical figures. The lectures are as follows:
1. Two religious giants of the Middle Ages:
St. Augustine and Rabbi Maimonides,
plus the matter of a little discussed crucial
difference between Judaism and Christianity.
2. Tom Paine participated in two revolutions
and anticipated the Welfare State.
3. Maggie Thatcher. Love her or hate her, a
formidable person.
4. Beethoven. A revolutionary hero in a
revolutionary age, he had to wrestle with
his neuroses and, finally, his deafness.
Mondays ONLINE: 11/13, 11/20,
11/27, 12/4
Time: 10:30 -11:45 a.m.
Emeritus Professor Manfred
Weidhorn
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IR-957 Current Events Club
Enjoy a weekly discussion of current
events lead by ILR instructor Herman
Lindenbaum. Lindenbaum has been
conducting an ongoing current events
club at the Paramus JCC and is excited to
be offering a version of this club to the ILR
at BCC. Topics covered will include science,
health care, domestic politics,
international events, and other subjects of
interest to the participants. Lindenbaum
will research subjects in advance of class
using a variety of sources. Breaking news
stories will also be discussed.
Tuesday In-person: 9/26, 10/3, 10/10,
10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Herman Lindenbaum
IR-994 Banned and Challenged
Books: Classics
Why are books banned? Are there some
books that are inappropriate for preteens
or teenagers to read? Should parents have
input in the selection of books read in
school? Who gets to decide what a child
should be reading? We will read and
discuss four classic books that have been
banned or challenged in schools around
the country. What better way to begin than
to read and discuss Fahrenheit 451 by Ray
Bradbury? We will also read Of Mice and
Men, Animal Farm, and To Kill a
Mockingbird. Please read Fahrenheit 451
for the first class.
Tuesdays In-person: 10/3, 10/10,
10/17, 10/31
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Emily Ginder
BONUS COURSE
IR-247 ILR Choir “Sing, Sing, Sing”
This class is open to all for pleasure and
fun. We will sing popular music, old
standards, and show tunes. No auditions
necessary, just a desire to sing.
Membership in singing groups,
rehearsals, and engagements outside of
the classroom are at the discretion of the
instructor, independent of the class. There
will be a Holiday performance in
December on the BCC campus. For Fall
2023 participation in this choir will be
open to all BCC faculty, staff, and students
of all ages.
Tuesdays In-person: 9/26, 10/3, 10/10,
10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/14, 11/21,
11/28, 12/5,
Holiday Concert 12/12
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Room: TBD
Instructor: Barbara Heitmann
IR-724 Exploring Genetic Genealogy
101: Unraveling Ancestral
Connections through DNA
Unlock the secrets of your ancestral heritage
through the use of DNA testing in
genealogical research. This course delves
into the basics of DNA analysis, highlighting
the reasons for its incorporation into
genealogy, guiding participants in selecting
the appropriate tests and companies, and
providing the skills to interpret DNA results.
Gain the tools to unravel family connections,
explore hidden branches of your family tree,
and navigate the complexities of genetic
genealogy, ultimately enriching your
understanding of your heritage. Note: This
course assumes a basic understanding of
genealogical research principles and
techniques.
This Course is sponsored by the
Genealogical Society of Bergen County.
Tuesdays ONLINE: 10/10, 10/17, 10/24,
10/31, 11/14
Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Instructor: Fred Voss
IR-521 Current Topics in Biology and
the Environment
This course will discuss biology and
current stories dealing with the
environment and other environmental
issues such as energy, pollution, climate
change, sustainability, and assorted topics.
Tuesdays In-person: 10/24, 10/31,
11/14, 11/21
Time: 3:30 - 4:45 p.m.
Room: S-343
Professor Robert Dill, MS & MA,
BCC faculty
IR-930 Photography Potpourri:
“What does this button do? And
what to do after you know!”
Photography Potpourri: "What does this
button do" and what to do after you know!
These classes will remove the fear from
the "computer with a lens." Once you
know a few basics you will be able to
photograph friends and family events with
confidence...even add an artistic flair to
your images, The classes will be adaptable
to the wishes of the students including
small fun assignments if desired (i.e.,
portraits, landscape and architecture).
Bring your camera (a basic point-and-
shoot to an advanced DSLR but to get the
most from the class it should be an
"adjustable" DSLR or mirrorless camera),
the camera manual and most of all your
questions and curiosity. Be ready to have
fun with your camera! Student Materials:
camera, charged battery, memory card,
camera manual (if possible).
Tuesdays In-person: 10/31, 11/14,
11/21, 11/28, 12/5
Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Room: S-343
Instructor: Harmon Kaplan
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WEDNESDAY Course Offerings
Save the Date
for the Institute for
Learning in Retirement’s
Choir “Sing, Sing, Sing”
Holiday Concert
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
IR-972 Elements of Intellectual
Property as Illustrated by the
Business of Baseball
Trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade
secrets, rights of publicity, and “Internet
rights”. We will examine how these rights
are acquired, protected or lost, and
monetized, how they differ and how they
complement each other, using the
business of baseball (and some other
fields) to illustrate the value and
importance of Intellectual Property to the
modern economy.
Tuesdays IN-PERSON or ONLINE:
11/14, 11/21
Students may choose to take this course
in-person or online.
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Keith Danish
IR-977 Basics of Artificial
Intelligence: ChatGPT and Effective
Prompts
During a 50+ year career in technology,
Mr. Voss has been watching the rise of the
machines. Join him, as he explores the
transformative power of Artificial
Intelligence and delves into the art of
crafting effective prompts. He will
demystify the workings of ChatGPT, an
advanced language model that can
generate human-like text responses.
Through practical exercises and engaging
discussions, you will learn how to harness
the potential of ChatGPT to speed up tasks
and unlock its vast knowledge base.
Additionally, he will provide guidance on
formulating clear and concise prompts
that yield the desired results. Come and
discover the joy of conversing with AI and
master the art of eliciting meaningful and
accurate responses from ChatGPT.
Note: This course assumes no prior
knowledge of AI or programming, making
it accessible and enjoyable for individuals
of all backgrounds.
Tuesdays In-person: 12/5, 12/12
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Fred Voss
IR-993 Collecting Art in the Gilded Age
In late 19 th and early 20 th century
America, wealthy collectors began to
emulate the European aristocracy,
building new mansions and assembling
vast collections of paintings, sculptures,
and tapestries to decorate them. Working
with dealers and architects, they formed
the nucleus of what would become some
of our most prestigious museums today.
With an emphasis on New York City, this
class will examine key figures in this
movement, like Henry Clay Frick (The Frick
Collection), J. P. Morgan (The Morgan
Library and Museum and the
Metropolitan Museum), George Grey
Barnard (The Cloisters), and Isabella
Stewart Gardner (Isabella Stewart Gardner
Museum, Boston), the dealers who
supplied them, and the extraordinary
objects they coveted.
Wednesdays ONLINE: 9/27, 10/4,
10/11, 10/18
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Professor Denise Budd, Ph.D.,
BCC faculty
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
IR-975 Growing Toward Spiritual
Maturity in Today’s Culture
Today many Christians find their lives
resembling a roller coaster ride; your
spiritual life is up and down. Which
makes it difficult to grow towards biblical
spiritual maturity in today’s culture. We
will use biblical scriptures to help explain
how one can develop a stable dedicated
lifestyle unto God in today’s society.
Student Materials: Bible, pen, pencil,
notebook paper.
Wednesdays In-person: 10/4, 10/11,
10/18, 10/25
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Minister Linda Lawrence
IR-974 George Washington, Thomas
Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, Aaron
Burr, and the Broadway Musical
A series of conflicts preceded the famous
duel between Treasury Secretary
Alexander Hamilton and Vice President
Aaron Burr. Jefferson and Burr opposed
Washington and Hamilton and left the
Federalists to form a new party called the
Democrat-Republicans. They won the
election of 1800. After Burr was out of
office Jefferson issued a warrant for his
arrest on charges of treason and Burr was
found innocent. The class features the
major political figures in the Hamilton
musical. Co-taught by Tom DeStefano and
Rick Feingold.
Wednesdays In-person: 10/4, 10/11,
10/18, 10/25, 11/1
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Co-Instructors: Rick Feingold, MBA
and Tom DeStefano, M.A.
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IR-939 Senior Balance Yoga
We will work on simple but effective
moves to help with balance, stability and
core strength. These moves are easy to
incorporate into your daily life and are
beneficial to anyone who struggles with
balance issues or just wants an enjoyable
movement class. Student Materials: Wear
comfy clothes and sneakers.
Wednesdays In-person: 10/11, 10/18,
10/25, 11/1
Time: 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
Room: TBD
Instructor: Rennie Ackerman
NEW INSTRUCTOR! BONUS COURSE
IR-990: How to Plan for Aging in
Place in the Home
Learn important tips on how to best plan
for aging in place in your home including
everything from home safety solutions to
how to find and hire home health aides.
Whether you are interested in learning
more about aging in place for yourself or
for a loved one, this interactive workshop
will familiarize you with the steps involved
in creating a plan for aging in place as well
as the different types of professionals who
can offer assistance. Have questions or
concerns about aging in place in your
home? There will be a question-and-
answer period at the end of the discussion.
Wednesday In-person: 11/8
Time of Course: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.
Room Number: TEC-201
Instructor Name: Wendy Sabin
IR-860 Financial Planning in
Retirement
Retirement is often looked as a ‘finish line.’
In reality, it is a new phase in your financial
life which can span as long as your working
years. Retirement typically presents more
questions than answers. What will be my
medical expenses? Who will make decisions
on my behalf if I have diminished financial
capacity? What are my insurance needs?
Most importantly, will I outlive my retirement
assets? This course analyzes many aspects
of financial planning including investment
management, insurance planning, tax
planning, and estate planning. The
objective of this course is to help retirees
navigate through the uncertainty of
retirement and plan accordingly.
Wednesdays In-person: 11/8, 11/15,
11/29, 12/6, 12/13
Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m.
Room: S-343
Instructors: Traphagen CPAs &
Wealth Advisors
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
IR-995 Acting Workshop
This class introduces a fun and creative
way of exploring the craft. We welcome Q
& A. All questions will be answered. We
will also do simple exercises to explain
how we prepare for scenes. I invite
anyone curious and interested in the early
steps for learning the craft.
Wednesdays In-person: 11/8, 11/15,
11/29, 12/6, 12/13
Room: TEC-201
Time: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Instructor: Glen Vincent
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AARP Smart Driver Course IR-088
The Smart Driver course is the nation's first and largest refresher course designed
specifically for drivers 50 and older. For over 40 years the course has taught millions of
drivers safety strategies so they can continue driving safely as long as possible.
The cost per attendee for the AARP Smart Driver 6-hour course is $20 for AARP
Members and $25 for non-AARP members. Attendees pay at the time for
the class, by check made out to AARP, or CASH, (checks are preferred).
NO CREDIT CARDS ARE ACCEPTED.
This 6 HOUR course is designed to help participants:
1. Learn research-based safety strategies that can reduce the likelihood of having a crash
2. Understand the links among the driver, vehicle, and the road environment, and how
this awareness encourages safer behavior.
3. Learn how aging, medications, alcohol, and other health-related issues affect driving
ability, and ways to adjust to allow for these changes.
4. Increase confidence.
5. Know how to drive safely when sharing the road with others.
6. Learn the newest safety and advanced features technology brings to vehicles.
7. Learn when driving may no longer be safe.
8. Explore other ways to travel.
Wednesday In-person: September 27
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Room: S-343
NEW INSTRUCTOR: JoAnn Mitchell
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BONUS COURSE
IR-981 Heads Up, Seniors!
Did you know that falls are the leading
cause of concussion and brain injury in
the United States? Seniors are at the
greatest risk for falling and sustaining a
head injury. In this fun and interactive
course, we will:
● Define concussion/brain injury and
identify the signs/symptoms
● Discuss the prevalence and causes of
falls among older adults
● Learn tips to promote safety and
prevent falls
Wednesday In-person: 11/15
Time: 10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Rachel Ishak, MSW, Brain
Injury Alliance of New Jersey
IR-619 Watercolors for All
This course is designed for anyone with a
reasonably good understanding of how to
handle watercolor techniques. Discussions
and demonstrations provide students with
unlimited information regarding color
mixing, wet on wet painting, dry brush and
much more. Students are responsible for
their own supplies. Student Materials:
Supplies needed are: watercolor set,
watercolor pad, 8X10 or 9X12 rough paper,
mixing tray, brushes: round #10, #8, flat
#1/2, rigger brush (long haired brush).
Thursdays In-person: 9/28, 10/5,
10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30,
12/7, 12/14
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Room: TBD
Instructor: Barry Shiff
IR-503 Hardly Camelot: The Political JFK
Mid-20
th
Century American politics was a
series of street fights...not medieval
jousting tournaments. John F. Kennedy
was undefeated in political street fighting
from working class Boston's 1946 11
th
U.S.
Congressional District race to the Century's
most controversial Presidential election 14
years later. When he was cut down by an
assassin's bullet in Dallas, JFK was in the
midst of yet another street fight...a Texas
Democratic civil war that threatened his
own 1964 reelection. “Hardly Camelot”
will examine all the street fights...including
Kennedy's stunning 1952 Senate
takedown of incumbent Henry Cabot
Lodge, Jr. and the chaotic 1956 Democratic
National Convention that propelled JFK to
the 1960 Democratic nomination.
Thursdays In-person: 9/28, 10/5,
10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: James Devine
IR-911 Mindfulness Meditation in
Nature
Mindfulness meditation is a mind-body
practice that involves focusing your attention
on the present moment. It helps us find
connection, focus, and peace, and is a natural
starting point for reflection. When we do
these practices outdoors, we can more fully
open to the beauty, wonder and joy that
nature and life offer us. In this class we will
learn about the benefits of mindfulness, and
practice together. We will start each session
in the classroom, and then stroll gently and
mindfully on the grounds surrounding the
building, letting the trees, wildlife and sky
become our teachers. No experience required.
Thursdays In-person: 9/28, 10/5,
10/12, and 10/19
Time: 11:00 -11:45 a.m.
Room: TBD (Indoors and Outdoors)
Professor Peter Dlugos, Ph.D.,
BCC faculty
IR-970 Film Program 1: A Little of This
At our age, we sometimes have forgotten a
film, or a section of a film that we liked,
moreover, there are many films we have
never seen, and we should have. I have
endeavored to bring those two concepts
together in a lecture series that will be fun,
snippets from different genres.
1. Songs and Dances That You Should Have
Seen, But Didn’t (Living in a Big Way, Small
Town Girl)
2. 1's, 2's and 3’s Small but Important
Moments of Great Acting Among These
Groups or Persons (Dodsworth, Grand Hotel)
3. Great Speeches Monologues of
Importance or Beauty (Henry V, Devil’s
Advocate, Braveheart)
4. Makes and Remakes: matching scenes
in a remake to compare the art (The Letter,
Invasion of the Body Snatchers)
5. Fronts and Backs: the beginning and
end of some great films and why they are
great (TBD)
Thursdays In-person: 9/28, 10/5,
10/12, 10/19, 10/26
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room: TBD
Professor Theo Solomon,
retired BCC faculty
IR-602 Five US Presidents
Learn about the following presidents:
Ulysses Grant
Ronald Regan
Teddy Roosevelt
George Washington
William McKinley
Thursdays In-person: 9/28, 10/5,
10/12, 10/19, 10/26
Time: 1:00 - 2:15 p.m.
Room: TBD
Instructor: Tom DeStefano, M.A.
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IR-676 Sketching for All
This course is designed for anyone with a
reasonably good understanding of the art
of sketching using pencils. Students are
responsible for their own supplies.
Supplies needed: 2H HB 2b 4b, 6b,
general sketching pencils 2b, 4b, 6b,
pencils, colored pencils, art stix, kneaded
eraser, sketch pad and photos to sketch.
Thursdays In-person: 9/28, 10/5, (no
class 10/12) 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9,
11/16, (no class 11/23), 11/30, 12/7, 12/14
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Room: TBD
Instructor: Barry Shiff
IR-060 Legal Issues Concerning the
Elderly and Their Caregivers
How to protect assets in the event of
nursing home care, including Medicaid
planning and planning for admission to
the Veterans Home. The importance and
use of Powers of Attorney, Advanced
Directives (Medical Powers of Attorney and
Living Wills), whether to purchase long
term health care insurance as well as a
discussion of estate planning using Wills
and Trusts, and a clear explanation of the
rules concerning gifts and probate
procedures. All will be presented in a clear,
concise “nuts and bolts” fashion.
Thursdays In-person: 10/5, 10/12,
10/19, 10/26
Time: 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Room: TBD
Instructor: Robert J. Romano, Jr. Esq.
of Andora & Romano, L. L. C.
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
IR-976 Road Trippin’ USA - Explore
National Parks and Hidden Gems
America the Beautiful! Whether you love
to hit the open road, prefer to live
vicariously through the photo spreads in
Conde Nast Traveler, or fall somewhere in
between, you are welcome to join this 3-
session photo journey through some of
our nation’s most beautiful national parks
and hidden gems of the West. Learn about
the best times to visit, must-see areas, and
under-rated natural wonders.
• Session 1: Utah – So much more than
the Big Five. Travelers flock to gawk at the
natural wonders of Arches, Zion, and Bryce
National Parks. Utah is home to other-
worldly landscapes, hoodoos, slot canyons,
and one of America’s most beautiful
highways. Wet your whistle with an
exploration of the Big Five as well as some
lesser known - and equally beautiful
landscapes.
● Session 2: Montana – The glaciers are
melting! Don’t miss these photographic
highlights of Glacier National Park,
Yellowstone, and some of the beautiful,
little-explored pockets in between.
● Session 3: Oregon – From Coast to
Mountain, Oregon has something for every
adventurous traveler. See photos of some
treasured spots, taken just days before the
devastating wildfires of August 2020.
Thursdays Online: 10/12, 10/19, 10/26
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Instructor: Elaine Morales
IR-971 Film Program 2: Suspension
of Disbelief
Films about the supernatural are plentiful
these days. They, however, are usually
about larger-than-life heroes, combatting
to save the world! I have tried to select
"smaller " films where the supernatural is
almost normal. That's why some of these
films are from bygone times (that we all
recognize) JOIN US, SUSPEND!
1) "The Night Has 1,000 Eyes" (Edward G
Robinson) A vaudeville
performer....maybe!
2) "The Devil and Daniel Webster” (Edward
Arnold, Walter Huston)
3) "Stranger than Fiction" (Will Farrell,
Emma Thompson, Queen Latifa)
4) "Death Takes a Holiday” (Fredrick March)
5) "The Devil's Advocate" (Keanu Reeves, Al
Pacino)
AND AS A BONUS, a film that has nothing
to do with anything, but a good time,
GUARANTEED!
6) “The House of Games” (written and
directed by David Mamet; starring Lindsay
Crouse) - a noted psychologist attempts to
learn the secrets of a gambling racket!
Thursdays In-person: 11/2, 11/9,
11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Room: TBD
Professor Theo Solomon, retired
BCC faculty
IR-979 Selected Topics in Ancient History
Did Alexander the Great really cry because
there were '...no more worlds to conquer?'
In a recorded history that extends back
over 3000 years, what makes three
consecutive Chinese dynasties from the
6th through 13th centuries golden? Why
did Kaiser Wilhelm II extort his Imperial
German troops during the 1900 Boxer
Rebellion to channel Attila and his Huns?
Also: The Jewish Rebellion of 69-70 A.D.;
Myths and (Manufactured) Mistruths of the
Ancient World and The Historical Pontius
Pilate. These six stand-alone lectures will be
explored in compact two-hour sessions.
Thursdays In-person: 11/9, 11/16,
11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: James Devine
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IR-393 Financial Fitness in Retirement
This 4-session course will cover the key risks
of retirement including inflation, longevity,
asset allocation, excess withdrawals, and
much more. We will discuss how to invest
money based off of different retirement
goals and objectives. Additionally, we
discuss how to add additional guaranteed
income to supplement social security,
pensions, and other guaranteed investments.
Session 1: “Main Risks of Retirement” -
high inflation, longevity, health care expenses
Session 2: “Investing” - asset allocation,
alternate investment vehicles, and more
Session 3: “Maximizing Income Streams” -
pensions, annuities, and social security
Session 4: “Comprehensive Financial
Planning” - long-term care, investment
accounts, inheritance techniques and more.
Thursday In-person: 11/9, 11/16, 11/30,
12/7
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Room: S-343
Instructors: David Chepauskas, CFP
and James Maimone, Summit
Financial
NEW INSTRUCTOR! BONUS COURSE
IR-996 Lessons from the Road – 7
Ways RV Travel Can Change Your Life
Do you balk at the idea of living with your
loved one in 400 square feet of space?
Wonder what kind of folks are found on
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) lands
and cattle ranches? Does selling everything
you own and hitting the road sound like a
romantic adventure? Learn from an empty
nester who has spent 9 years crisscrossing
the country in a 40-foot motorhome how
RV travel can offer new perspectives.
Thursday ONLINE: 11/16
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Instructor: Elaine Morales
IR-921 Neurology 101
Come join us as we explore topics in
Neurology such as: Dementia, Stroke,
Dizziness, Neuropathy, Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome, Shingles, and Bell's Palsy. No
prior medical knowledge necessary.
Thursdays In-person: 11/16, 11/30,
12/07, 12/14
Time: 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Judith Lustig, MD
IR-919 Healthcare Costs and
Claiming Social Security
A comprehensive overview of the impact of
healthcare costs in retirement. How does
Medicare impact your decision of when to
take social security? What is the best way to
strategically design a plan with this
healthcare cost structure in mind? Bring
your questions to our thoughtful
discussion. Claiming Social Security? Learn
the various strategies behind Social Security
Claiming. This will be an eye- opening
course for those looking into claiming their
Social Security income. This course will have
a special focus on the impact of healthcare
costs as a result of Medicare as well as
efficient withdrawal strategies once an
individual or couple enters into retirement.
Session 1: “Medicare 101”
Session 2: “Savvy Social Security Planning:
What Baby Boomers Need to Know About
Their Retirement Income”
Session 3: “The Impact of Healthcare Costs
in Retirement” This class is recommended
after taking “Medicare 101” and “Savvy
Social Security Planning”.
Fridays In-person: 9/29, 10/6, 10/13,
10/20, 10/27, 11/3
Time: 12:30 - 1:30 pm
Room: TBD
Instructor: Theresa J. Yarosh, CFP®,
CLU®, ChFC®, CKA®
IR-912 Gentle Beginnings Yoga
Are you new to Yoga? Gentle Beginnings
Yoga is a mat-free practice, perfect for
beginners and Gentle Yogis. In this 60-
minute class, all poses are practiced either
seated in a chair or standing and can be
modified to accommodate all levels.
Whatever your experience, Gentle
Beginnings Yoga is a welcoming space for
all new yogis. Note: Students should wear
loose, comfortable clothing and sneakers.
Fridays In-person: 10/6, 10/13, 10/20,
10/27, 11/3, 11/10
Time: 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Room: TEC
Instructor: Rosemary Donnelly
IR-989 Modern America Emerges
When the Constitution was ratified in 1789,
most Americans lived in rural areas and
worked as farmers. Other than the forced
migration of Africans, most Americans had
immigrated from northern Europe, or
descended from those who did. The years
after the Civil War saw vast changes in the
economy and demographics of the country.
Gradually, the economic vitality and ethnic
diversity that we associate with the modern
American state began to take shape. This
class will examine these changes, as well as
the reactions to the new American
landscape.
Fridays In-person: 10/20, 10/ 27, 11/3,
11/10
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Room: TEC-201
Instructor: Janet Dinardo-White
Course Descriptions
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Rennie Ackerman
A lifelong yoga enthusiast, Rennie
Ackerman is a certified yoga instructor
who specializes in yoga-based solutions
for specific needs, such as balance,
posture, anxiety, insomnia and more.
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
Timothy Boyce, MBA, J.D.
Timothy Boyce practiced law for many
years, most recently serving as the
Managing Partner of the Charlotte, NC
office of Dechert LLP, an international
law firm. He holds an MBA. from The
Wharton School of Finance, and a J.D.
from the University of Pennsylvania Law
School. He received a B.S. from
Georgetown University. His articles
have appeared in The Quarterly Journal
of Military History, The Scandinavian
Review, Viking Magazine and World War
II Magazine. Tim, who currently lives in
Tryon, NC with his wife Tara, two horses,
two dogs, two cats, and almost 5,000
books, retired in 2014 to devote full
time to writing and speaking.
Professor Denise Budd, Ph.D.,
BCC faculty
Denise Budd received her Ph.D. from
Columbia University in 2002, with a
dissertation focused on Leonardo da
Vinci and his documentary evidence.
She came to Bergen Community
College in 2009, where she teaches a
range of classes on the history of art,
from Antiquity to Modernism. An active
scholar, her current research is focused
on the collecting of Renaissance art in
the late 19th and early 20th Centuries.
Dick Burnon
Fort Lee Historian Dick Burnon retired
nine years ago after a successful, 55-
year journalism and public relations
Career. He holds a B.A. degree in
Journalism from Rutgers University. In
retirement, he has been teaching at
Bergen Community College’s Institute
for Learning in Retirement for 11 years,
and the New City, NY, Jewish Center. He
has given hundreds of talks on more
than 30 topics in the past 10 years at
Bergen County venues and beyond.
Burnon, a native of Red Bank, NJ,
specializes in the following topics:
sports, music, history, politics, women’s
issues, and humor. He is also active with
the Fort Lee Public Library and Talkin’
Baseball in Montvale. He also ran a
senior group in Tenafly, NJ for seven
years, and he worked with four-year-
olds at a Tenafly preschool program as
the "resident grandpa" for seven years.
Burnon is married and now lives with
his wife, Arlen, in Fort Lee, NJ. The
Burnon’s have two daughters, six
grandchildren and two great-
grandchildren.
David Chepauskas, CFP, Summit
Financial
David Chepaukas, CFP, has been
teaching retirement planning at the ILR
for over 20 years and has been a
financial planner for over 30 years.
David received his bachelor’s degree
from West Point Military Academy, a
master’s degree in Business
Administration from Long Island
University, and master’s degree in
Teaching from the University of Georgia.
He co-teaches Financial Fitness in
Retirement with fellow retirement
planning and wealth management
professional James Maimone, both of
Summit Financial.
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
Keith Danish
Keith Danish is a retired attorney who
specialized in the field of Intellectual
Property, practicing at several NYC law
firms. Danish now serves as a member
of the Executive Board of the N.Y. Labor
History Association, and as the
Newsletter and Book Review Editor for
the association. He is also on the Board
of Trustees of the Institute of New
Dimensions, a non-profit educational
organization. Keith has given talks at
IND, Puffin, libraries, the Baseball Hall
of Fame, and other venues. He is a
(frustrated) Mets fan.
Tom DeStefano, M.A.
Tom DeStefano taught American History
at Paterson’s John F Kennedy High
School for 30 years. Tom currently
teaches at Bergen Community College
ILR and the Learning Collaborative in
New City, NY. Tom holds a B.A. and M.A.
in History from William Paterson
University. His specialties include the
Civil War and the American Presidents.
James Devine
Concluding his twelfth-year teaching at
Bergen Community College’s Institute
for Learning in Retirement, James
Devine has presented over 50 courses
in American and world history, as well
as several in creative writing. A USAF
Vietnam War Era veteran who holds a
dual Bachelor of Arts degree from
Ramapo College of NJ in Communications
and American History, Mr. Devine has
authored two alternative history novels,
The Dominion's Dilemma: The United
States of British America and The Nixon
Challenge, as well as a marketing
textbook. He was formerly a journalist,
working on newspapers and magazines
in both New Jersey and Texas. Mr.
Devine is at work on his third alternative
history novel, Calhoun's Confederacy.
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Professor Robert Dill, MS & MA,
BCC faculty
Robert Dill is a full professor of
Biological Sciences who has been
teaching at Bergen Community College
for 31 years. Professor Dill lives in Glen
Rock, NJ where he is currently serving
as a Councilman. He loves the outdoors,
running, hiking, fishing, backpacking,
and the works!!!!
Janet Dinardo-White, M.A.
Janet Dinardo-White taught high school
history with a focus on early American
history for over 20 years. She has a
master’s in Political Science from New
School University. She has been
teaching classes at Bergen Community
College’s Institute for Learning in
Retirement for over 8 years.
Professor Peter Dlugos, Ph.D.,
BCC faculty
Peter Dlugos, Ph. D is Professor and
Chair of the Dept. of Philosophy and
Religion at Bergen Community College
and a Wellness Instructor at Bergen
Community College. He designed and
regularly teaches a mindfulness class
on campus and offers workshops to
campus groups and in the community.
Rosemary Donnelly
Rosemary Donnelly is the owner of
Midlife Yoga & Wellness. She offers
classes and courses that help us care for
body, mind & spirit in midlife and
beyond. She is a fully-certified,
experienced fitness professional,
specializing in wellness activities for
midlife men and women.
Rick Feingold, MBA
Rick Feingold has 30 years of teaching
experience and has lectured at over 50
libraries in New Jersey and New York.
Currently he teaches American Business
History at Bergen Community College’s
Institute for Learning in Retirement.
Rick Feingold has written for the Boston
Herald and Christian Science Monitor on
travel and Caribbean League baseball.
He holds bachelor’s degrees in History
and Business from Rutgers University
and an MBA from Penn State University.
Rick Feingold has extensive work
experience in the field of marketing,
and for more than 15 years has
operated an e-commerce business
specializing in automotive literature.
Emily Ginder
Emily Ginder has a B.A. in Sociology
from the University of South Florida.
She is a former homeschooling mom
who brings her enthusiasm for history
and literature to class. Emily teaches
lifelong learners at several institutes
including Bergen Community College’s
Institute for Learning in Retirement. She
also moderates a book club with an
online discussion site at Goodreads.
Barbara Heitmann
Barbara Heitmann worked as a music
conductor, teacher, and a Performing
Arts Assistant Principal for the New York
City Board of Education for more than
41 years. She has taught and performed
with the ILR ‘Sing Sing Sing’ chorus for
12+ years. Currently she is the music
director for the Doo Wop performing
group, the “WildCats”, who perform at
various places in Bergen and Rockland
counties.
Rachel Ishak, MSW, Brain Injury
Alliance of New Jersey
Rachel Ishak holds a Master of Social
Work (MSW) from the University of
Pennsylvania. She is a Licensed Social
Worker and a certified School Social
Worker. Rachel has experience as a case
manager for adults with developmental
disabilities, working to connect them to
resources and services. She now serves
as a Community Outreach Specialist at
the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey,
where she is responsible for engaging
local organizations and educating the
community about brain injury
prevention.
Harmon Kaplan
Since his youth Harmon B. Kaplan has
been passionate about photography. At
the age of fourteen he apprenticed at
The Hudson Dispatch, and in college he
continued his photography as a staff
newspaper photographer. After
completing college and dental school,
Harmon volunteered for the US Navy
and Vietnam. He attended the War
College in Newport, R.I. and then served
for two years aboard the USS Midway,
home ported in Yokosuka, Japan.
Harmon participated in “Operation
Frequent Wind”, the evacuation of
Saigon, Vietnam. In 2016 he was
selected as an "Honorary Visionary" by
Panasonic for their Lumix cameras. His
work has been part of galleries and art
shows and is also in many corporate
and private collections including
President George W. Bush, Hasselblad
USA, B&W Magazine, Mayor Giuliani of
NYC, and Sean Hannity (WABC Radio).
Harmon is partially retired after 48
years practicing as a dentist. Currently,
Harmon’s HB Kaplan Studios features a
wide variety of his work, including both
black & white and color photography.
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Associate Professor Melissa Krieger,
Ed.D., BCC faculty
Melissa Krieger, Ed.D., is an Associate
Professor in the Education program at
Bergen Community College. A yoga
practitioner for 15 years, Dr. Krieger holds
a 200-hour yoga/meditation teacher
certification. Her dissertation research
study Meditation and Community College
Students’ Self-Efficacy, Sense of
Belonging, and Coping has led to
multiple articles and presentations
related to the benefits of meditation.
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
Minister Linda Lawrence
Minister Linda Lawrence is a member
and an Associate Minister of
Community Baptist Church in
Englewood New Jersey. Her ministry
objective is to educate, equip, and
prepare men and women from all
ethnicities with biblical tools that are
needed to become theologically
balanced in today’s society. Minister
Lawrence first studied at Hawthorne
Evening Bible School, Hawthorne, NJ.
She continued her Christian education
and earned a Doctorate certificate in
Religious Education from Eastern Bible
Institute in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
Minister Lawrence also pursued a
bachelor’s degree from Ramapo College
in Mahwah, NJ.
Joe Lennox
Joe Lennox is a space program historian
who has been a student of space
exploration for over 60 years. He is the
creator and curator of an extensive
private space history museum which
will belong to The Astronaut Hall of
Fame at Kennedy Space Center, in the
future. His extensive career in this field
includes his work with NASA, the
Intrepid Air and Space Museum, as well
as work as an educator, consultant,
published author, membership, and
more. Joe is a member of The National
Space Society, The Space Explorers
Network, The Space Foundation, The
National Science Teachers Association,
and The Planetary Society. He served on
the election committee for The Astronaut
Hall of Fame and is a former President of
the New Jersey Aviation Hall of Fame
and Museum. He was a member of the
teaching staff at The Gifted Child Society,
Glen Rock, NJ for over 15 years. Joe
attended La Guardia Aeronautical
College and is a retired senior banking
officer for a major New York financial
institution based in Canada.
Herman Lindenbaum, BEE, MBA, PE
Herman Lindenbaum has extensive
experience in the fields of engineering,
business management and financial
management. His professional
background includes over 35 years in
senior management positions at 3
major hospitals in New Jersey, and
Rockefeller University in New York City.
He has managed large departments in
the field of healthcare facilities
management. Lindenbaum has a BEE in
Engineering from CCNY and an MBA in
Management and Finance from
Fairleigh Dickinson University.
Lindenbaum has Professional
Engineering Licenses in 3 states as well
as a Gold Seal Operating license in New
Jersey. He is a member of the American
College of HealthCare Executives.
Lindenbaum leads a weekly current
event club at the Paramus JCC.
Judith Lustig, MD
Judith Lustig, MD is a retired, board-
certified general Neurologist who is also
fellowship trained in peripheral
neurology. Dr. Lustig has been teaching
at Bergen Community College’s
Institute for Learning in Retirement for
several years.
James Maimone, Summit Financial
James Maimone is a graduate of the
University of Scranton where he
majored in Finance and minored in
Economics. He has been working at
Summit Financial as a Comprehensive
Wealth Investment Advisor for over 6
years. James co-teaches Financial
Fitness in Retirement with fellow
retirement planning and wealth
management professional David
Chepaukas, both of Summit Financial.
Sandra Hancock Martin, M.A.T.
Sandra Hancock Martin has a B.A. and a
M.A.T. plus 36 hours of graduate work in
Spanish. She has studied art formally at
the Prado in Madrid, The National
Gallery in D.C., and the Metropolitan
Museum of Art in NYC. For 32 years she
taught Spanish in Ramsey, N.J.,
followed by 18 years as an adjunct
professor at Ramapo College of N.J. At
Ramapo she audited many courses on
art and art history. This is her 10th year
teaching art history at Bergen
Community College’s Institute for
Learning in Retirement.
Mario Medici, MBA
Mario Medici, a retired Information
Technology executive who has traveled
the world, is New York City born and
raised. He completed his
undergraduate degree at Bernard
Baruch College (CUNY) and earned his
MBA at Long Island University. He is a
licensed New York City tour guide, a
passionate history enthusiast, and
nurtures his curiosity about all things. In
his presentations, Mario Medici
Lectures, LLC., takes on New York City’s
interesting history as well as other
subject matter.
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JoAnn Mitchell, MBA CMP
JoAnn is a certified AARP Smart
Driver™Course instructor and has
worked with adult learners for over 20
years. A retired member of a global
engineering company, JoAnn drives as
many as 50,000 miles a year in a variety
of vehicles in all kinds of weather and on
all kinds of roads.
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
Elaine Morales
When long-time New Jersey resident
Elaine Morales stepped onto the
“mommy-track” after the birth of her first
child, she would not have predicted how
her part-time, work-from-home freelance
job would evolve into a location-
independent business that allowed her
and her husband to embark on an
adventurous, nomadic life. A grant writer
and development consultant to non-
profit organizations by trade, Elaine is a
passionate traveler and curious explorer
– by foot, bicycle, motorcycle, Jeep, and
motorhome – of the nooks and crannies
of our beautiful country. With one state
left to go, Elaine and her husband pulled
the trigger on a home in Mexico – and
she is all set to explore and document
our neighbor south of the border.
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The Record - Speakers from The
Record, of the news organization
NorthJersey.com
Various speakers from The Record, of the
news organization NorthJersey.com,
teach this course. NorthJersey.com, part
of the USA Today Network, is a news
organization which covers Bergen,
Essex, and Passaic counties.
Robert J. Romano, Jr. Esq. of Andora
& Romano, L. L. C.
Mr. Romano’s primary practice lies in
consulting the elderly, disabled, and
consumers of mental health services as
well as their caregivers with respect to
Medicaid issues; Estate Planning;
Powers of Attorney; Living Wills; Special
Needs Trusts, and Guardianships. He
also assists various home health care
agencies, long term health care facilities
and hospitals with the fulfillment of
their obligations under the New Jersey
Advance Directives for Health Care Act
and the Patient Self-Determination Act.
Mr. Romano is a current member of the
National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
as well as the Elder Law Section of the
New Jersey Bar Association. He was a
member of the Professional Advisory
Committee and Chairperson of the
Ethics Committee of Bergen Community
Health Care and is currently a member
of the Ethics Committee for the Karen
Ann Quinlan Hospice.
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
Wendy Sabin, MSW, LCSW, Sabin
Eldercare Solutions
Wendy Sabin, MSW, LCSW received her
master’s degree in social work from New
York University in 1989. She spent the
first years of her career working as a
clinical social worker in NYC in the
Employee Assistance Program field. In
more recent years, Wendy worked for
Jewish Family Services in NJ as a
Synagogue Social Worker in two New
Jersey synagogues in Essex County. In
October 2013 Wendy Sabin launched
Sabin Elder Care Solutions
(www.SabineEldercare.com), a private
geriatric care management practice
based out of Montclair, NJ.
Barry Shiff
Barry Shiff, a native of Massachusetts,
received his art training at the Museum
of Fine Arts in Boston and studied life
drawing at the Don La Cedra Copley
Society. He works primarily in pastels
and oils. His work is part of the
permanent collection of the Village
Ridgewood NJ, Easton Historic Society in
Easton‚ MA and many private collections
in the United States and around the
world. Working in a wide range of
media, Shiff sketches on location or
paints in his Fort Lee, N.J. studio. His
favorite subjects are animals, sailing
ships and railroad trains. Shiff also
creates pet portraits and portraits of
home exteriors. Shiff is President of the
Fort Lee Artist Guild. He is a board
member of American Artists Professional
League, and an active member of both
the Fort Lee Historical Society and the
Hackensack Art Club.
Professor Theo Solomon,
retired BCC faculty
Theo Solomon, former professor of
Sociology and Anthropology at Bergen
Community College, is currently giving
his 19th lecture series for the Institute
for Learning in Retirement. In previous
lives, Professor Solomon has been an
actor, filmmaker, professional baseball
player (Detroit farm system), Impact
consultant on the MX Missile Project,
and most important of all, a film
aficionado since1936 when he saw his
first film.
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Traphagen CPAs and Wealth Advisors
For 50 years, Traphagen has served as a
dynamic leader and provider of financial
services. Unlike traditional financial
advisory firms, their accounting team
specializes in tax planning strategies,
financial reporting, assurance services,
mergers, and acquisitions. Traphagen’s
wealth management team manages
client investment assets and provides
comprehensive holistic fee-only financial
planning, portfolio management, estate,
and trust planning, as well as wealth
transfer strategies.
Ray Turkin
Ray Turkin has enjoyed photography for
over 55 years. He has exhibited
extensively in solo and juried group
shows, including the Salmagundi Club
in New York City, and has received
numerous awards for his work. Turkin
also works as a commercial photographer
specializing in photographing the work
of artists. In addition to teaching courses
on photography at the Bergen
Community College Institute for
Learning in Retirement, Turkin teaches at
The Art School at Old Church in
Demarest and at the Institute for New
Dimensions, and also gives private
instruction. Since its inception over 17
years ago, Turkin has served as an official
photographer for the Teaneck
International Film Festival.
NEW INSTRUCTOR!
Glen Vincent
Glen Vincent has been teaching acting
for over 35 years in NYC and Hollywood.
He is a senior instructor at TB Studio,
NYC, a former adjunct professor at
Rockland College, and is presently
teaching in his own NJ Studio (all levels)
for actors auditioning in film, T.V. and
stage.
Fred Voss
Fred Voss is a professional genealogist,
researcher, and educator. He has been
doing personal genealogy for over 25
years and is a Trustee and Education
Chair for the Genealogical Society of
Bergen County. His areas of interest are
Germany, Switzerland, and New
Hampshire, with special interest in DNA,
Immigration, Naturalization and
Technology. He graduated from Boston
College with a BA in Mathematics. He
has spent his 50+ year career working
for and with software startup companies
such as Netscape Communications, Sun
Microsystems, and Oracle.
Emeritus Professor Mantred
Weidhorn
Mandfred Weidhorn is an Emeritus
Professor at Yeshiva University, where he
taught for 51 years. He has published many
books and essays on such topics as 17th
century literature, with special emphasis on
Galileo, Shakespeare, and Milton.
Professor Rachel Wieland,
BCC Faculty
This course is being facilitated by Prof.
Rachel Wieland from the Mathematics
Department at Bergen Community
College. Prof. Wieland has been at the
college 22+ years and enjoys the learning
environment of ‘growers’ at any age.
Lifetime learners are a special bunch!
Theresa J. Yarosh, CFP®, CLU®, ChFC®,
CKA®
Theresa Yarosh has been in the financial
services industry for over 25 years. She
specializes in the impact of healthcare
costs on retirement plans. She has two
companies Macro Wealth Management,
LLC, and Main Street Medigap, LLC
which work in tandem to project out
healthcare costs in a retirement plan for
individuals and couples.
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