This seminar, taught by author Shawn Otto, will investigate the historical, social, philosophical, political, and emotional reasons why evidence-based politics are in decline, and authoritarian politics on both the right and left are again on the rise, as well as some compelling solutions to bring us to our collective senses before it’s too late. LearningLife seminars embrace Socrates’s belief in inquiry and exchange. Seminars include both lecture and critical discussion. Tuition includes continental breakfast.

The Visiting Writers Series at the University of Kentucky is a part of the MFA in Creative Writing program, and adds to the vibrant literary culture of Lexington. Events are free and open to the public.

The Writing By Writers Workshop @ Tomales Bay brings aspiring writers into close community with nationally known poets and writers. Manuscript and poetry workshopsare limited to 12 participants and generative workshops are limited to 15 to ensure an intimate setting. Registration closes on October 15, 2016. Faculty includes Richard Bausch, Pam Houston, Ada Limón, Paul Lisicky, Justin Torres, and Claire Vaye Watkins.