TOPICS IN FOREIGN POLICY: GREAT DECISIONS 2025 PART II (24) SUNY ADK, 696 Route 9, Gansevoort, NY 12831., Second floor.
Tuesdays, 11:30am-1:00pm, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11
Each year the Foreign Policy Association selects eight topics that are currently having significant impact on US foreign policy and our relationships with nations around the world. The FPA produces a briefing booklet with curated readings and a relevant video around each of the topics for the year’s “Great Decisions” study. Because world situations are changing so fast, facilitators are supplementing the FPA materials with current publications. ALL has been hosting Great Decisions courses for many years, and many members have had very positive experiences with the group discussions and readings. Come join in the conversations!!!! Sign up early as the class does fill up quickly. Participating in Great Decisions 2025 Part 1 is NOT a requirement for attending Part II. There will be different topics and readings.
1. American Foreign Policy at a Crossroads
2. NATO and European Security
3. AI and American National Security
4. American Foreign Policy in the Middle East
5. International Cooperation on Climate Change
6. Changing International Power Dynamics
Text: Great Decisions Briefing booklet 2025. Participants can order a hard copy ($40) or get information on where/how to order a digital copy from the Foreign Policy Association: (800) 477-5836 or at https://fpa.org/bookstore/
Leaders: Carol Forman-Pemberton, Ellen Sullivan, and Bill Robeson have facilitated a number of ALL classes, including Great Decisions. All are retired educators with experience and interests in foreign policy.
INTRODUCTION TO CLASSICAL MUSIC (15) The Summit (Theater Room), 1 Perry Rd., SS
Tuesdays, 11:30am-1pm, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 18 (no class November 11, Veteran’s Day)
Come and learn more about classical music and catch the classical music bug. We will learn about the history of music and listen to composers from the baroque period to the neo classicists. There is no preparation or homework except for listening to some suggested music and coming with open ears and hearts.