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Message from Tracy Jacobs, Interim Director

It’s hard to believe we’re already half way through the fall semester. Thankfully, nobody has to study for midterms! Since exams and homework aren’t part of the equation here at TU Osher, there is more time for laughter with friends over a cup of coffee, sitting down with a good book, planning a fun trip, and learning for the pure joy of learning! I know that many people are busier in retirement than they ever imagined they would be, so I thank you for being a part of the community here at TU Osher. Whether you are taking just one course or a handful—I’m happy that you’ve decided to join us this semester. And, even though there aren’t any exams or homework per se, I would like to give you all a reading assignment—one that I hope you’ll enjoy: please take a moment to read this first issue of our Towson University Osher newsletter. I hope you’ll find it informative and entertaining. And, don’t worry, there won’t be a quiz!

Featured Stories

Free Blacks and Slaves on Maryland’s Eastern Shore

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Many of you are familiar with Jacqui Hedberg. She is a founding member of our TU Osher program and is currently teaching a class that focuses on slavery on the Eastern Shore. She uses her family history and her background as an educator to create an engaging and memorable class. LEARN MORE

Osher Spotlight: John Dahne

Whether he is engrossed in his model trains, singing for his church, enjoying a class or lecture, volunteering on a committee, or simply sharing his bumper crop of grape tomatoes, it’s clear that with each simple gesture or big helping hand, John Dahne shows that he cares. LEARN MORE


Get Involved

If you haven't had the chance, take a few minutes to learn ways to get involved outside of the classroom. LEARN MORE

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Interest Groups

The World We Live In

Writing Our Lives

Book Clubs

Non-Fiction

Popular Fiction

Literary Fiction

Mystery

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