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African American History: Road to a More Perfect Union ONLINE (Southwest)
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This is a fact-based lecture history of African Americans in the U.S. since 1619. Class is participatory, examining contemporary problems of American history most of us were never taught. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist as we will likely add additional sections.
Adult Enrichment Spring 2025
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Field Map My Park: Matthews Park (Summer)
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This course is a combination of an introduction to field mapping and a naturalist lesson. Day 1 will be the "Naturalists in the Park Day." Fun for all ages (bring your kids). We will learn how to make various measurements of trees and document our observations on a map. Day 2 will be a computer lab day where we will enter our data onto OpenStreetMap, query their database for the edits, and finally map and analyze the information with QGIS. If you do not have access to a laptop, please email andrew.kallevig@mpls.k12.mn.us and we will try to make accommodations for the computer portion of the class.
Adult Enrichment Summer 2025

Cinema: Watch, Analyze & Discuss (Washburn at Justice Page)
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Film is art (and entertainment). You'll watch great films at home, directed by men and women, modern, black and white, American, foreign, and then meet to discuss the story, themes, and cinematic technique. A to subscription to Criterion streaming service will be required. 1st movie to watch ahead of class will be sent a week prior to the beginning of class.
Adult Enrichment Spring 2025

Personal Peace (Roosevelt)
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You are invited to explore a unique perspective on the topic of Peace and Hope in today’s world shared by Prem Rawat through dynamic videos. This class on personal peace allows time for reflection and past participants are welcome to attend. “The desire for peace is fundamental to every human being.” ~ Prem Rawat
Adult Enrichment Spring 2025

Criminology Cases: Fredrick McGhee: A Minnesota Legal Pioneer (Ella Baker)
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This is a remarkable story of Fredrick McGhee born into slavery who became Minnesota's first African American admitted to the Minnesota Bar in 1889. This legal pioneer established himself as a great trial lawyer, trying many high profile criminal cases in Minnesota. McGhee was also a civil rights pioneer who became a founding member of the NAACP. This presentation will examine McGhee's career, his trial and his work as an early national civil rights leader.
Adult Enrichment Spring 2025
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