IN PERSON: Our lives are shaped by our stories—of triumph and loss, joy and regret, love and pain, resilience and struggle. We are also shaped by the stories of others. These experiences define us in our varied roles—as siblings, friends, spouses/partners, workers/colleagues, parents, and grandparents—while helping us succeed in a complicated society. In this interactive course, we will explore personal narratives alongside broader themes like motivation, inequality, diversity, acceptance, and change. Through stories, short films, activities (some unconventional), and touches of humor, we will examine theories of human behavior, generational differences, and creating engaging environments. Everyone will be both teacher and student, contributing to a dynamic, thought-provoking dialogue. Join us in building a community of shared experiences, insights, and discovery. | Facilitated discussion.
Max enrollment: 15.
Location: Judea Reform Congregation, 1933 W. Cornwallis Rd, Durham NC 27705
Tom Scheft, a teacher since 1971, retired from NCCU after 43 years. He was a professor in the English Department and the School of Education. Among the subjects he taught, a favorite was psychology. “For some, there is an immediate problem with the term,” Scheft said. “Some people react with agonized faces and appear to have swallowed something bitter. Some utter ‘Boring!!’ But exploring the behaviors and thoughts of ourselves and others is fascinating and highly intriguing.