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And the list goes on
As we make a mad dash through the holidays and toward the new year, countless lists are being created. I’m not talking about Christmas lists for Santa. I’m referring to the pre-Christmas lists that help us pick the best gifts for family, friends, coworkers, total strangers, and more. While you can still go by “Oprah’s Favorite Things” to find that perfect gift for that perfect someone, you can also turn to practically every other publication to get other suggestions. Maybe you don’t care to buy cashmere socks for your mailman this year, or maybe you managed to get all your holiday shopping finished without the help of a list. That’s okay--you can find plenty of other lists out there to entertain you. Editors know that the listicle is a great way to grab their readers’ attention. The end of the year is rife with lists noting 2023’s best books, movies, television shows, podcasts, songs, theater, and products. You can also find lists of 2023’s top scandals, news events, sports highlights, and memes. I'm not complaining. I will stop to look at just about any of the top so-and-so and best thingamajig lists that I come across. I'm sure that there are even lists of the top lists of 2023. And who doesn’t get misty-eyed at the year-in-review lists as we count down to the new year? I know I do. I thought it might be fun to create my own list right here, right now, to let everyone know the top reasons why Osher at Towson University is so great. I think there are lots of reasons to be sure, but when it boils down to it, the list begins and ends with you: the students, the instructors, the staff, our colleagues, and the other friends we have in the community. Thank you for being part of our program in some way this year. Wishing you all a happy and healthy holiday season!
Stay safe and healthy,
Tracy Jacobs
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Osher at Towson University is excited to offer members more online course options through the Osher Online program. Osher Online offers high-quality shared, synchronous courses to members of participating Osher Institutes. Study with subject matter experts, learn with Osher members from across the country, and experience this exciting new opportunity offered in partnership with the Osher National Resource Center. Space is limited so register early.
Winter 2024 Osher Online courses
- Coming to Terms with the Holocaust
- Dream Jobs: My Career in Sports
- Fake News: Keys to Ethical and Impactful Journalism
- The Jewish Holidays: A Primer
- Made in America: The History, Mission, and Vision of the Public Library
- Golden Mysteries: An Exploration of Mystery Novels from the 1920s & 1940s
- Nero Wolfe: The Best of America’s Armchair Detectives
- Ruth Bader Ginsberg
- Chemistry in the Real World
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Free Winter Lecture Series—January and February
The Winter Lecture Series is open to Osher members as well as non-members.
- The Restless Genius of Benjamin Franklin
- White House Memories: The Butler Did It!
- The Great Old Days: A Look at ‘The Godfather’ Saga
- Ruth Handler: The Woman Behind Barbie
- The Shame of Satire
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What Health Issues Matter to You?
he Maryland Department of Health has launched a collaborative initiative called “Building a Healthier Maryland” aimed at improving the health and well-being of all Maryland residents.
MDH is asking you to complete a brief survey on what you consider to be the most pressing health issues for Maryland residents. The survey is available in English, Spanish, Chinese, and Korean and is intended for any Maryland resident who is at least 18 years old. The survey closes on January 3, 2024. If you have questions about the survey, email MDH.BAHM@maryland.gov.
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In partnership with the TU Alumni Association
The Charm of the Amalfi Coast
June 12–20, 2024
Imagine a land where rugged coastlines melt into butter-soft sands and sinuous cobblestones lead to dreamy vistas. Where the remnants of ancient civilizations hum with history and villages are graced with artistic inspiration. From your base in Vietri sul Mare, treat yourself to the indelible spirit of the Amalfi Coast. Amid soothing, lemon-scented breezes, you'll fall into a relaxed rhythm, filling your days with archeological treasures, authentic Italian cuisine and the region's unforgettable wonders. On the Amalfi Coast, the possibilities are endless!
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Support Osher at Towson University. Your tax-deductible contribution helps to provide a rich experience for our members and a vibrant, affordable program for years to come.
Donate online through the link below. If you prefer to donate by check, please make check payable to “Towson University Foundation, Inc.” and note Osher fund in the memo line. Mail to: Towson University Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 17165, Baltimore, MD 21297-0219.
If you would like to honor a friend or loved one with a donation in their memory, please consider supporting Osher at Towson University with a gift to the Osher Excellence Fund.
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