THE SCHEMEL FORUM

THINK SPRING - THINK SCHEMEL

For Cultural Enrichment and Education in the Community
A program of the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Memorial Library
SPRING 2010 COURSES
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Camelot in Winter: Savoring Arthurian Legend

Rebecca Beal, Professor of English
Six Sessions: Wednesdays, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10
Time, Location, & Fee
Time: 6 to 7:15 PM
Location: Room 305, Weinberg Memorial Library
Fee: Free to Schemel Forum Members
Single Fee Non-Members:$60
Couple Fee Non-Members:$100
Description
From Geoffrey of Monmouth on, the story of King Arthur, his Queen and his noble knights entranced medieval audiences. They have continued to do so through the ages. This course will study major examples of Arthurian literature from Geoffrey's twelfth-century "History" to Sir Thomas Malory's fifteenth - century Morte D'Arthur
 

The Nature and Value of Friendship:  Philosophical Perspectives

Richard J. Klonoski, Professor of Philosophy
Six Sessions on Mondays: February 8, 15, 22, March 1, 8, 22
Time, Location, & Fee
Time: 6 to 7:15 PM
Location: Room 305, Weinberg Memorial Library
Fee: Free to Schemel Forum Members
Single Fee Non-Members:$60
Couple Fee Non-Members:$100
Description
The course surveys a rich array of writings, selected from throughout the history of western philosophy, that focus on the origins, nature and importance of friendship.  Particular attention will be paid to the evolution of human friendship and its value in human life and society.
 
Shakespeare on Film: The Bard and the Director

Michael Friedman, Professor of English
Four Double Sessions: Tuesdays, February 16, 23, March 2, 9
Time, Location, & Fee
Time: Film Viewings: 3 to 5 PM,
Discussions: 6:30 to 7:45 PM
Location: Film Viewings, DeNaples Center, 4th floor
Discussions, Room 405, DeNaples Center
Fee: Free to Schemel Forum Members
Single Fee Non-Members:$60
Couple Fee Non-Members:$100
Description
The course will examine two of Shakespeare's most revered plays: Romeo and Juliet and Henry V and will compare and contrast two film versions of them.

Preserving and Democratizing Knowledge: The History of the Medieval Book, 500-1500

Michael Knies, Associate Professor-Special Collections Librarian
Three Sessions: Thursdays, April 8, 15, 22
Time, Location, & Fee
Time: 6 to 7:15 PM
Location: Room 305, Weinberg Memorial Library
Fee: Free to Schemel Forum Members
Single Fee Non-Members:$45
Couple Fee Non-Members:$72
Description
The course will explore the medieval book from illuminated manuscripts to Gutenberg's printing press revolution. Using reproductions and authentic medieval books from the University's collection, students will learn how medieval manuscripts preserved ancient literature and how printing dramatically influenced the Renaissance, the Scientific Revolution and the Reformation.
 
To register for programs, contact:
Kym Balthazar Fetsko, Schemel Forum Events Coordinator
570-941-7816
Email fetskok2@scranton.edu
For more information on the Schemel Forum, contact:
Sondra Myers, Schemel Forum Director
570-941-4089
Email myerss2@scranton.edu