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INSTRUCTOR HIGHLIGHT – GABRIELLE MARCEAU

Out of the Past: Film Noir Then and Now Gabrielle Marceau is a film critic, writer, and editor. She writes film criticism for publications such as Sight and Sound and Cinemascope. Professor Marceau also recently started an online pop-culture journal called In the Mood Magazine. Professor Marceau received her Masters in Cinema from the University of Toronto. Her interest in film along with her education make her the ideal instructor to teach this course material. About Gabrielle Marceau A Love of Cinema Professor Marceau not only studied cinema in university but is still very much involved with that world. She is a writer and editor of film criticism and is well-versed in the industry. “I am very interested in how films have changed over the century, and I hope to teach more courses that look at the shifts in film, through the industry, the artistry, and viewership,” says Marceau. Professor Marceau finds joy in teaching film especially to older adults. She appreciates that her students ...
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INSTRUCTOR HIGHLIGHT - DR. DAVID LIPOVITCH

  Archaeology of Central and South America: The Aztecs, the Incas, and the Mayans Dr. David Lipovitch (Harvard, '99) is an archeologist with an impressive career and a passion for teaching. His knowledge of history and extensive experience in the field of archelogy makes him well-suited to lead Archaeology of Central and South America in Fall 2021 at The LIFE Institute. Students will join him on a journey through the archeological discoveries that contribute to our understanding of the Aztecs, the Incas, the Mayans and their predecessors. Learn more about Dr. Lipovitch below!   About Dr. Lipovitch   Extensive Education in His Field Dr. Lipovitch earned a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology (Archaeology) and Syro-Palestinian Studies from the University of Toronto in 1989. He then moved from the Toronto area to pursue graduate studies and earn his Ph.D. in Hebrew Bible and Archaeology from Harvard University (1999). His dissertation examined the animal remains from the Ac...
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INSTRUCTOR HIGHLIGHT - DR. DAVID LIPOVITCH

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  Archaeology of Central and South America:  The Aztecs, the Incas, and the Mayans Dr. David Lipovitch  (Harvard, '99) is an archeologist  with an impressive career and a passion for teaching. His knowledge of history and extensive experience in the field of archelogy makes him well-suited to lead   Archaeology of Central and South America in Fall 2021 at The LIFE Institute. Students will join him on a journey through the archeological discoveries that contribute to our understanding of the Aztecs, the Incas, the Mayans and their predecessors . Learn more about Dr. Lipovitch below!   About Dr. Lipovitch   Extensive Education in His Field Dr. Lipovitch earned a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology (Archaeology) and Syro-Palestinian  Studies from the University of Toronto in 1989. He then moved from the Toronto area to pursue graduate studies and earn his Ph.D. in Hebrew Bible and Archaeology from Harvard University (1999). His dissertation examined the...
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ARCHAEOLOGY TO ART, GENETICS TO POLITICS - ONLINE COURSES TO ENABLE LIFELONG LEARNING

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The fall and winter weather brings cozy apparel, warm tea, the aroma of the season’s baked treats, and colourful landscapes. For many older adults, the cooler months may also produce feelings of boredom and loneliness. The grandchildren are back at school, and there are fewer outdoor activities, social engagements and community events in which to be involved. The world seems to slow down as the colours of the trees start to change and the days become shorter. It’s not unusual for retirees to wonder, “How will we fill our days?” The seasons of rest and rejuvenation for nature are a time for us all to slow down, look inward for fulfillment, and spend time exploring our hobbies and interests before warmer weather (and busy schedules) return. Pursuing online education is one way to remain mentally stimulated, challenge ourselves, and learn new information and skills. For this reason, older adults wishing to remain busy will benefit from enrolling in courses for the   Winter 2022 academ...
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BUILDING CONNECTIONS THROUGH LIFELONG LEARNING

Making friends or building connections can enrich your life and health in more ways than you can imagine. From boosting happiness, reducing stress, and improving self-confidence, to coping with loss or trauma and creating a sense of purpose and belonging, personal or social networks offer a number of benefits. In fact, the sheer joy of companionship can significantly reduce several physical or mental health problems, including high blood pressure, unhealthy Body Mass Index (BMI), and even depression. It’s important to remember that building connections requires a fair amount of time, patience, and commitment. In order to meet new people and make new friendships, you may have to put yourself out there in experiences or situations that allow you to be amidst like-minded individuals. So, where do older adults go to meet other older adults? Staying social after retirement, joining hobby classes and walking clubs for older adults in Toronto, or pursuing  lifelong learning   opportu...
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