Fall 2008 Courses
The following courses -- and more! -- will be offered in Fall 2008. Watch here for more details!
Flicks from the Mid-East—Susan Conley-Weeks
After viewing together contemporary mid-eastern films, Susan Conley Weeks will facilitate a discussion of religious and democratic values of Middle Eastern cultures.
Growing and Using Garden and Wild Herbs—Pat Price
An overview of common and uncommon herbs, their use in cooking and their historic use to treat disease.
Historic South & Southwest Washtenaw County –Grace Shackman
Exploring the history and architecture of Saline and Manchester.
Journeys Through Western Civilization: Revolution to Revolution (18th through 20th Centuries)—Nancy Nilsson
This continuation of Nancy’s popular series will explore the artistic, scientific and technological revolutions of art in the 20th century.
The Crusades—Bill Allen
Repeat and update of a “sold out” course from the Winter/Spring 2008 term that explores the relevance of the Crusades to the 21st century.
The Underground Railroad—Carol Mull
Learn about the people and places in our community associated with the Underground Railroad.
Writing Your Life Stories—Nancy Schumann
This Old House: Restoring 138 East Middle in Chelsea—John and Jackie Frank
The Splendors of Southern India—Bob and Carolyn Collins
Sewing--How to Get a Husband in the 1800s—Jean Lewis
More Monuments and Culture—Elizabeth Thoburn
How a Bill Becomes a Law—Pam Byrnes
History of Chelsea Courthouse—Peter Flintoft
Who We Are
Based in Chelsea, Michigan, the Adult Learners Institute (ALI) provides a diverse selection of quality community-based learning experiences and camaraderie for adults in western Washtenaw County. ALI is a Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI) affiliated with the Elderhostel Institute Network (EIN), a group of 320 similar organizations. We conduct our programs in cooperation with Washtenaw Community College.