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Senior Scholars - November 9, 2023
Senior Scholars Thursday email 
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SENIOR SCHOLARS
Current Events
November 10-
December 19
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From Len Norman, 2023 President …
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With the adoption of the Constitution 234 years ago, our country’s founders
set up a democratic republic on a scale never before tried. Over the years,
America has faced many challenges that could have broken the country apart
but never did. How did we achieve this noteworthy feat? How do we assure the continuation of America’s democratic republic in the future? For insightful
answers, join us this Friday when Major General David Richwine, USMC, retired will present: “Responsible Citizens - the Lifeblood of America”. He will give us his thoughts on the Idea of America, its current condition and challenges, the responsibilities of citizens and suggestions on ways we can preserve our democratic republic for future generations.
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This Friday’s meeting is on the day before Veteran’s Day. We thank all our members who are veterans, and their families, for what they have done to help our country. Members of PUMC’s veteran’s community will also be joining us this Friday.
Our Lunch Bunch scheduled for Friday November 10 at 11:45 am at Phillip’s Bistro and Wine Bar in Phillips Place is SOLD OUT, and there is a Wait List. See details below.
Save the date! Our holiday luncheon will be at the Carmel Country Club on Tuesday December 19. Sign up now! See details below.
Great Decision topics for 2024 have been announced by the Foreign Policy Association. Six to eight of these topics will be selected for presentations next year. A book with articles on each topic is now available for pre-order. See below for more information.
Membership renewals for 2024 are underway. Members can renew online or at the membership table in Wolfe Hall. Renewing online is quick and easy with no waiting in line at Wolfe Hall.
RENEW NOW
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November 10
Major General David Richwine
Responsible Citizens -
the Lifeblood of America
Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom
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November 17
Dr. Jen Edwards
Chief Curator, Mint Museum
Introducing Whitfield Lovell
Hybrid: In-Person at PUMC & via Zoom
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New Member Orientation
Friday, November 10, at 9 AM
Both in-person, PUMC Room 106,
and on Zoom.
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Join the Lunch Bunch
November 10 – 11:45 am
Meet the Lunch Bunch at
Phillip's Bistro and Wine Bar
6809-A Phillips Place Court
SOLD OUT
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FIELD TRIP
Watch weekly emails for announcements of future Field Trip events.
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Holiday Luncheon
Date: Tuesday December 19, 2023
Time: Noon - doors open at 11:30 am
Place: Carmel Country Club
Cost: $45 per person
Payable: at Friday meetings or send a check (payable to Senior Scholars) to:
Senior Scholars at Queens
ATTN: Eileen Griggs
1900 Selwyn Avenue MSC 1409
Charlotte, NC 28274
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Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. Senior Scholars prides itself on offering lectures on the topics that are selected by the Foreign Policy Association annually. |
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On October 5, the organization announced their 2024 topics. Our Program Manager for Great Decisions Ken Orenbach is currently finding speakers for these topics:
- Mideast Realignment
- Climate Technology and Competition
- Science across Borders
- US-China Trade Rivalry
- NATO’s Future
- Understanding Indonesia
- High Seas Treaty
- Pandemic Preparedness
The Foreign Policy Association puts together a book annually with articles on each topic. For information on pre-ordering the book, use this link |
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2024 Membership Renewals
Go Online - Save Time
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Help needed! Senior Scholars has immediate needs for volunteers to help with the following committees: Social (lunch bunch and field trips), Technical
(weekly meeting presentations and Zoom broadcasts) and Wildacres (organizing and helping at our 3-day spring retreat).
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If you are interested, please see Len Norman, President, after this Friday’s meeting, or complete the volunteer form using the Volunteer info button on the website. Volunteering is a great way to meet other members. |
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