Sr U May Class Sneak Preview

By Christine Hall

You must RSVP to Jana Wennstrom to attend any Senior University Class.  253-752-6219 or jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com

Thursday, May 1

News Media in the United States: Past, Present and Future – Misinformation, Disinformation and Fake News: Threats and Fears in Today’s New Industry*
The last presidential election didn’t create the problems of misinformation, disinformation and fake news, but it certainly exacerbated preexisting concerns and introduced a host of new fears. And these concerns and fears are not without merit. Several studies have indicated the negative impacts of false news and misinformation on everything from voting to the economy to climate change. This session considers these impacts and raises questions concerning the possibilities of legitimate news sources circumventing those damaging untruths.

2:00 pm, Bristol View 1^st Floor Bowditch Room

Thursday, May 8

Denali: In the Footsteps of the Pioneers*
Enjoy a tale of history and high adventure including the history of naming Denali, the early climbs, and follow an attempt to climb to the summit of Alaska’s 20,300-ft Denali.

10:00 am, Bristol View 1^st Floor Bowditch Room

Friday, May 16

Mathematical Beauty in Music*          
We will discuss resonance, the Pythagorean comma, Chladni Patterns and the visualization of music through mathematics.

2:00 pm, Bristol View 1^st Floor Bowditch Room

Wednesday, May 21

Franke Tobey Jones: Building a Destiny– A Living History Performance by Karen Haas*
Frances Martha (Franke) Tobey Jones is most often remembered as the generous wealthy woman who founded what became a beloved senior living community in Tacoma. But Franke’s life was not all prosperity and ease. Karen Haas portrays this vibrant woman as she reminisces about New York, Wisconsin, Tacoma and how she spent her life Building a Destiny.

3:00 pm, MJ Wicks Wellness Center

You must RSVP to Jana Wennstrom to attend any Senior University Class.  253-752-6219 or jwennstrom@franketobeyjones.com

For a complete list of Senior University Classes and Presentations go to https://www.franketobeyjones.com/lifestyle/senior-university/learning-opportunities/