Where are they now?

Have you ever thought about someone in your past and wondered what they are doing now? Thanks to Google and social media, it’s not too difficult to find out. That’s generally true, but recently I was thinking back to a fellow student who went to my college, and I couldn’t find any information about her. We took several classes together, but I never really got to know her. Her name was Rebecca. She was beautiful and charismatic. In art class, she could deftly draw any likeness with unbelievable ease. The young woman in one of her portraits looked just like a famous model of the time. I thought for sure she had copied the picture from a magazine, but oh no, it was a drawing of her equally gorgeous sister. Rebecca was a talented artist, but she was also a gifted singer who performed in the choir. She could have easily been in that 1% who hit it big in art or music, but alas, she was pursuing a degree in science, hoping to eventually become a doctor. Her grades were excellent. Sophomore year, on a trip home to California, she was seated next to a guy who was a couple of years ahead of us at our college. This was her first time meeting the ruggedly handsome, athletic yet earthy guy who ended up becoming her boyfriend. Isn’t that just something?! Rebecca was so perfect, could you blame me for hating her? But nobody hated her because on top of everything else, get this—she was also nice! Even her perfect boyfriend was nice. I don’t know what ever happened to them, but I imagine they rode off into a beautiful sunset to an amazing Shangri-la where they frolic among their perfect children and pets, and where they have never once thought to Google my name.

Stay safe and healthy,

Tracy Jacobs

Thank you Osher volunteers

A huge, heartfelt “Thank You” to the volunteers who make our program better each day — to the classroom facilitators who share important announcements and assist instructors; to our amazing book club and writing group facilitators who share their passion with other members; to the Curriculum Committee who help shape the curriculum; to our Day Trips committee for putting together wonderful excursions; and to our Advisory Council for its dedication and guidance.

We can use your help

Volunteering can have positive impact, increasing your sense of community and personal fulfillment. Here are few ways to volunteer with us:

• Advisory Council: Applications now being accepted
• Classroom Facilitation Committee
• Curriculum Committee
• Day Trips Committee
• New: Membership Engagement Committee
• Book club and facilitators

Wills & Planning Seminar with Richard K. Abraham, Esq.

May 12, 10–11:30 a.m., South Campus Pavilion

Open to Osher Members at no cost. Refreshments served.

Learn how to protect yourself, your family and your financial well-being in life and after death. We will discuss financial power of attorney (POA), advanced health care directives and other important considerations to help develop strategies for long-term security and peace of mind.

“Reimagining the Rest of Your Life” with Jane Pauley

April 7, 2 p.m.

In this uplifting conversation, Emmy-winning journalist and bestselling author, Jane Pauley, invites you to see reinvention not as a risk, but as an opportunity. REGISTER

From Data to Decisions: Hazards and Climate Action in Maryland

April 21, 4–5:30 p.m.

Join the College of Liberal Arts for panel discussion exploring how weather and climate data are used by policymakers and communities in Maryland to better understand risks such as flooding, extreme heat and sea-level rise. LEARN MORE