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The Mogollon Native American culture flourished in southeastern Arizona, southwestern New Mexico, western Texas, and northern areas of Chihuahua and Sonora, Mexico, from about the third through fifteenth centuries. Mogollon artifacts provide clues for interpreting how the people of this culture adapted to varied southwestern environments for centuries....Zoom - Albuquerque OasisWed, February 2 to February 23 | 03:30 PM-05:00 PM Central TimeAllen DartThe Mogollon Native American culture flourished in southeastern Arizona, southwestern New Mexico, western Texas, and northern areas of Chihuahua and Sonora, Mexico, from about the third through fifteenth centuries. Mogollon artifacts provide clues for interpreting how the people of this culture adapted to varied southwestern environments for centuries. Archaeologist Allen Dart illustrates the material culture of the Mogollon and discusses what it can tell us about this culture’s relationships to the natural world, their time reckoning, religious practices, beliefs, and deities. The presentation includes abundant illustrations of Mogollon pottery and artifacts. No class February 9. Archaeologist Allen Dart has worked in New Mexico and Arizona since 1975. A UNM graduate, he worked for the Museum of New Mexico and the Bureau of Indian Affairs before receiving his master’s degree in Arizona. Al is the executive director of Tucson’s Old Pueblo Archaeology Center, a nonprofit he founded in 1993. He has received awards and honors from the National Park Service and other organizations for his efforts to bring archaeology and history to the public. -
Black bears are a common animal throughout most of North America. That doesn’t mean we want them hanging out in our backyard! There is a lot of information out there on how to be “Bear Smart,” but what are some of the most effective tools? Learn not just about the behavior of these wonderful animals, but how to improve your behavior in order to help...Zoom - Albuquerque OasisFri, February 23 to February 23 | 11:00 AM-12:30 PM Central TimeDaryl RatajczakBlack bears are a common animal throughout most of North America. That doesn’t mean we want them hanging out in our backyard! There is a lot of information out there on how to be “Bear Smart,” but what are some of the most effective tools? Learn not just about the behavior of these wonderful animals, but how to improve your behavior in order to help make you safe around bears. Daryl Ratajczak is a wildlife biologist working for the Bureau of Land Management. He obtained his degree in wildlife management and managed a black bear rehab, research, and education facility located outside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. He worked for the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and served as the big game program coordinator, managing the state's deer, bear, and elk programs, eventually becoming the chief of wildlife and forestry. -
You may know their names--Bugsy Siegel, Meyer Lansky, and Lepke Buchalter—or the crimes that they committed.?But do you know what motivated Jewish individuals to pursue a life of crime??Why did the phenomena of Jewish gangsters typically last for one generation??Naomi Sandweiss introduces the Jewish underworld and the social forces that led Jews into the...Zoom - Albuquerque OasisThu, March 7 to March 7 | 11:00 AM-12:30 PM Central TimeNaomi SandweissYou may know their names--Bugsy Siegel, Meyer Lansky, and Lepke Buchalter—or the crimes that they committed.?But do you know what motivated Jewish individuals to pursue a life of crime??Why did the phenomena of Jewish gangsters typically last for one generation??Naomi Sandweiss introduces the Jewish underworld and the social forces that led Jews into the mob.?Sandweiss introduces a family member, Sammy the Mustache, and describes his experiences as part of Detroit's Purple Gang. Naomi Sandweiss is a New Mexican and author of Jewish Albuquerque 1860-1960, in addition to other articles and book chapters. She is past-president of the New Mexico Jewish Historical Society and holds an MA in history from Arizona State University.
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Composers have employed anything that makes a sound in their music. Whales, taxi horns, satellite telemetry, car engines, gunshots, and even a typewriter. They have commissioned special instruments made for their piece (including a giant tuba) and scored in prolonged dead silence. This presentation highlights some unique musical instruments, some of which...Zoom - Albuquerque OasisFri, March 22 to March 22 | 11:00 AM-12:30 PM Central TimeDavid A CrossleyComposers have employed anything that makes a sound in their music. Whales, taxi horns, satellite telemetry, car engines, gunshots, and even a typewriter. They have commissioned special instruments made for their piece (including a giant tuba) and scored in prolonged dead silence. This presentation highlights some unique musical instruments, some of which may be familiar, and a few you may never want to hear again. David Crossley has degrees in electrical and mechanical engineering; he retired from a 40-year career in the aerospace arena. He taught electromagnetics at NMSU. He also played oboe in Albuquerque Philharmonic.
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Humans fall ill from diseases carried by all sorts of animals, but, in particular, insect-borne diseases pose increasing risks. Did you know mosquitoes are responsible for more human deaths than any other animal on earth? In this talk, Bruce Mann reviews what you need to know about the new diseases we’re seeing from the big three culprits—mosquitoes,...Zoom - Albuquerque OasisWed, April 3 to April 3 | 11:00 AM-12:30 PM Central TimeBruce MannHumans fall ill from diseases carried by all sorts of animals, but, in particular, insect-borne diseases pose increasing risks. Did you know mosquitoes are responsible for more human deaths than any other animal on earth? In this talk, Bruce Mann reviews what you need to know about the new diseases we’re seeing from the big three culprits—mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas. Bruce A. Mann, MD, FACP, is a board-certified internist, past UNM School of Medicine faculty member, and former Medicare medical director. He also has experience as a UNM researcher in several areas, including medicine and epidemiology. His focus is on explaining complex medical topics in easy-to-understand ways. He takes on this topic because he himself is a mosquito magnet who dares not step out of the house without DEET.
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Justice Clarence Thomas has served on the Supreme Court for more than 32 years. His nomination was controversial, and he has remained a contentious and often polarizing jurist throughout his tenure on the Court. Andrew Schultz examines Justice Thomas’ career, his unique role in many of the Court’s high-profile recent decisions, and his potentially...Zoom - Albuquerque OasisWed, April 3 to April 3 | 01:30 PM-03:00 PM Central TimeAndrew SchultzJustice Clarence Thomas has served on the Supreme Court for more than 32 years. His nomination was controversial, and he has remained a contentious and often polarizing jurist throughout his tenure on the Court. Andrew Schultz examines Justice Thomas’ career, his unique role in many of the Court’s high-profile recent decisions, and his potentially lasting impact in helping to shape some of the Court’s most debated holdings. Andrew Schultz is an attorney, retired after practicing law with the Rodey Law Firm for nearly 40 years.?He is the only graduate of the UNM Law School to serve as a law clerk at the US Supreme Court, serving as a clerk to Byron R. White.?Schultz has been an adjunct professor at UNM’s School of Law for more than three decades. He was listed among the Top 25 Lawyers in New Mexico, as compiled by Southwest Super Lawyers.