Frank P. Barajas. Photo by Marie "The Photographer" Oviedo
CAMARILLO — CSU Channel Islands Professor Frank Barajas will present the program “Curious Uprisings: The Rise of the Chicano Movement in Southern California, 1960 to 1975″ starting March 27 as part of the six-week Osher Lifelearning Institute (OLLI) course at CSUCI.
The program will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. at the university’s Broom Library.
The course examines the movements of the 1960s and early ’70s specific to the Mexican?American experience in Southern California. It will link regional and Ventura County issues with national and global currents for civil rights, identity, and self?determination.
Topics to be covered will consist of the struggle for farm worker rights, the search for a new identity, national and global liberation movements, anti?Vietnam War protests, educational equity, and student organizations. Films, literature, music, and guest lectures will complement the material presented.
There is no required readings or examinations, just a desire to continue learning. Participants must be at least 50 years of age.
Visit http://ext.csuci.edu/community-ed/osher/index.htm for more information.
About the Osher Lifelearning Institute (OLLI): The OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at California State University Channel Islands brings the excitement and stimulation of college learning to area seniors (50 or better!) who wish to extend their learning experiences in a university atmosphere. At OLLI, eight week, University-quality courses are offered by Channel Islands faculty as well as qualified faculty from other institutions without the distraction of grading, preparing for a career, or meeting degree requirements. No more testing, just learning for pure stimulation and enjoyment!
From its inception in September, 2004, OLLI has offered a wide range of quality courses throughout Ventura county. Membership in the Institute permits enrollment in one or more courses in each eight week session, with three sessions offered per year. Courses are selected by a member driven curriculum committee with assistance from University faculty and staff.
For further information, please click the links to the left listed under “OLLI”