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Scammers are stealing more money from Americans than ever before, and their tactics are evolving with great sophistication. Advances in technology, alternative payment methods, and increasing social isolation are among the factors that keep the criminals untraceable and all of us more vulnerable. The AARP Fraud Watch Network program helps people stay safer, recover from victimization, and track the trends. When people are aware of specific scams and consumer protections, they're much less likely to lose money or even waste their time dealing with the scammers. This four-part series will cover all aspects of fraud, identity theft, cybersecurity, and the psychology and technology used by scammers to steal our money.

Democracy thrives – or dies – within a framework of written laws and cultural traditions. In this class we will examine selected aspects of democracy, such as the role of elections, the separation of powers, the rule of law, and information systems. We will focus on the challenges we are facing and steps that can be taken to nurture democracy.

This group will visit three restaurants near UMD: Tavern on the Hill, At Sara's Table, and Chilly Billy's/MadHouse Burgers. We will hear from owners/managers to learn about running a food business "on the hill." We’ll go "Dutch," but we can get creative in sharing menu selections. LIMIT 15

Explore the history of Resource Renew, the brand of the Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD). We will discuss the problem-solving programs developed by Resource Renew that help it fulfill its mission as the region’s wastewater and solid waste authority and ensure responsible reuse and renewal of water, solid waste, and energy to advance the health and resiliency of our communities. Resource Renew staff will share insights on what happens to the waste that we throw in the trash, flush down the toilet, or send down the drain, and the role bacteria play in these processes. You will learn how to become resource renewal champions through discussions on recycling, waste reduction, composting, and reuse. For the last session, we’ll take a tour of Resource Renew so you can see first-hand the operations at the water recovery facility.