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FALL CLASSES START SEPTEMBER 2 — Registration & drop/add available through September 15
O – Languages
Online | September 4, 2025-November 13, 2025
Thursday: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
Prerequisite: Some prior exposure to the German language. German language historical docudramas with German subtitles (played at 85% speed) are tied together with short, easy-to-follow lectures in German. Course is aimed at the intermediate-level student, but students from beginner to native speaker are welcome. This semester covers the late 17th through mid-19th centuries. Topics include the golden days of Dresden, the emergence of Prussia, Frederick the Great, Maria Theresa, Germany under Napoleon, the industrial revolution and Karl Marx.
This offering meets for a total of 11 session(s).
INSTRUCTORS: Mary Shenvi
SHENVI, MARY — B.A., University of Delaware. High school foreign language teacher for 30 years. Taught French, German, Spanish and English as a second language, emphasizing the fun of language learning. Created and ran a French immersion summer camp for children. Lived, worked and/or studied in Germany, Switzerland and England. Passionate about the adventure of lifelong learning. (O208, O212, O229, O291, O301)
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.
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