Presentation by Louis DeNicola. Scammers are getting bolder and they continually test new method and tools. In this presentation we’ll cover the latest scams, how they work, and how you can protect yourself. DeNicola is a freelance writer who specializes in consumer credit and fraud. He's focused on finances for over 10 years and written over 2,500 articles.
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Common Scams and How to Avoid Them
08/04/2024
Louis DeNicol
Women Who Transformed Early American Science
07/28/2024
Catherine McNeur
Presentation by historian Catherine McNeur who discusses how she stumbled upon early certain women scientists. Their discoveries helped fuel the growth of science and yet were completely forgotten. Dr. McNeur also discusses the many ways that women have been erased from the historical record. Catherine McNeur is a professor of history at Portland State University where she teaches courses on environmental history, the United States, food history, and public history. She is the author of “Mischievous Creatures: The Forgotten Sisters Who Transformed Early American Science” (Basic Books, 2023).
Why Uruguay?
07/14/2024
Jeff Seward
Presentation at Frinedly House by Jeff Seward about the reasons why he is moving to Uruguay. Jeff is a retired professor in the Department of Politics and Government at Pacific University. He has presented to us many times in the past.
The Olmsted Legacy Across America
06/30/2024
Laurence Cotton
Drawing upon the content of his PBS Special “Frederick Law Olmsted: Designing America,” Laurence Cotton will touch on the key elements of Olmsted’s life and legacy and give a tour of selected Olmsted landscapes across America, with something of a focus on the Pacific Northwest.