Ready to level up your civic understanding?
"Democracy is strengthened when citizens have accurate and non-partisan civic knowledge,” declares Donna Cohen. Ready to level up your civic understanding?
Join us for an eye-opening workshop where we'll journey through the birth of the Constitution, trace the fascinating twists and turns of its interpretation over time, and take a clear-eyed look at its current strengths and limitations. We'll bust some common myths along the way, equipping you with a fresh perspective to thoughtfully evaluate its meaning and impact today.
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About the Presenter:
Civics for Adults is the brainchild of former educator and librarian, Donna L Cohen MLIS, MEd, to bring non-partisan, content-rich, and interactive workshops to the public, that educate citizens about our political processes and open avenues for civic engagement.
About OLLI:
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Oregon (OLLI-UO) in Central Oregon invites community members to participate in our Friday Talks in partnership with the Deschutes Public Library. OLLI-UO is an intellectual and social community of engaged adult learners, connecting members to university faculty and professionals in respective fields. A three-month, six-month or yearlong membership allows participation in a variety of lectures, courses, peer-led study and discussion groups, educational tours, field trips, and social events.
Questions? Contact lizg@deschuteslibrary.org
AGE GROUP: | Adult |
EVENT TYPE: | Adult Program |
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