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Bhutan: A Kingdom in a Modern World
All about Bhutan, a small Himalayan kingdom. Its farm life, diet, religion, clothing, industry, wildlife, health care, etc. Bhutan sounds like a truly exceptional place rich in culture and family values.
CREATING MEMORABLE BUILDINGS AND SPACES
Mitchell gave a fascinating talk focusing on Concept Design, Schematic Design, and Design Development.
SHOPPING IN A POST PANDEMIC WORLD
Presenter: Paco Underhill. Since 2020, the topic of how shopping in a post pandemic world has evolved. Gender and age now influence how we shop at the grocery store and online globally.
FOOD AND WAR
The focus of the presentation was on World War II and how the countries involved dealt with making sure there was enough food for their people.
FEDERAL RESERVE INDEPENDENCE
The current ecomonical and political climate has underscored the importance of the Federal Reserve and Professor Lombra was able to shed some light on the role of the Federal Reserve in fighting inflation and promoting economic growth.
Swamp Forests of Borneo, Republic of Congo, and Wetland Ecosystems
Study of swamps, forests and wetlands of Indonesia and Africa. Including primates such as Lemurs in Madagascar and orangutans in Indonesia.
NAVIGATING COMMON ORTHOPEDIC INJURIES
Presenter: Philip Ratnasamy, MD/MBA Candidate. The topic for this program was orthopedic injuries, their treatment and prevention ranging from fractures to arthritis, to spine and shoulder health.
ALL ABOUT OWLS
We learned where the owls live, nesting habits, diet, and many other interesting features of these unique animals, with emphasis on Connecticut Owls.
Shirley Benjamin – Spotlight
Shirley brought the Great Decisions program to SSILL with sharp intellect, warmth and gracious leadership with great conversations and focus on how important issues around the world are being shaped.
THE LIFE WE BREATHE: AEROBIOLOGY FROM COVID TO THE CLOUDS
Scientists made important discoveries for the benefit of public health regarding airborne diseases.
SEA TURTLES OF LONG ISLAND SOUND
Presenter: MaryEllen Mateleska, Mystic Aquarium. There are four different species who have been found in Long Island Sound (Green sea turtles, Loggerhead sea turtles, Leatherback sea turtles and the Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles).
SANCTUARY KITCHEN
Sanctuary kitchen offers catering, culinary training, sells their food at local Farmer’s markets to provide wonderful opportunities for work, and friendship for refugees in the United States to start a better life.
