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S – Economics, Finance, Political Science, Law
Wilmington (Arsht Hall) | October 16, 2025-November 13, 2025
Thursday: 12:45 PM-2:00 PM
Required text: The Tyranny of Merit: Can we Find the Common Good?, Michael Sandel, ISBN#1250800064. This course examines the book The Tyranny of Merit: Can We Find the Common Good? by Harvard professor Michael Sandel. The premise of the book is that the inequality created by the myth of American meritocracy has caused polarization that is a danger to democracy.
This offering meets for a total of 5 session(s).
INSTRUCTORS: George Helton, Diane Senerth
HELTON, GEORGE — Ph.D., educational psychology, University of Texas at Austin. School psychologist and director of student services in Texas public school systems. Professor and coordinator, education specialist program in school psychology, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Moved to Kennett Square, Pennsylvania to be close to family. (S296)
SENERTH, DIANE — Background in education and nonprofit management. Has been facilitating community conversations for years (at OLLI since 2019). Believes that sharing our personal experiences and wisdom enables growth and the betterment of the community. (S296)
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Delaware
OLLI is an academic cooperative for adults 50 and over to enjoy classes, teach, exchange ideas and socialize together, with no exams or educational requirements for participation. OLLI welcomes you.
Kent/Sussex | Wilmington