‘Journeys That Unite Us’ Explores the Wonders of Travel

Avid traveler and space resident Chris Maxwell will information viewers on a whirlwind tour of the world’s many distinctive and interesting locations, to reveal how journey can amaze, educate and fortify us – exterior and in. Yavapai College’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute presents Journeys That Unite Us, the third annual Jane Reti Speaker Series, Saturday, Nov. 1, at 10 a.m., on the Prescott Campus Community Room.

“Travel renews your sense of gratitude and helps you get out of your comfort zone,” Maxwell mentioned. “Your perspectives change as you experience and learn about different cultural, historical, economic, religious and political viewpoints. It isn’t always about the destination but learning new ways of looking at things to become more tolerant, flexible, and open-minded.”

A former trainer and software program engineer with Bell Laboratories, Chris Maxwell got here late to the world of journey. With her husband, Bill, an inveterate skier and backpacker, she started hitting ski slopes and nationwide parks earlier than increasing to Canada, Mexico, Peru and the Lesser Antilles. Her adventures have taken her throughout the Caribbean, in addition to to Central and South America, Nepal, Tanzania, Kenya, India, Australia and the Galapagos Islands.

Along with highlighting her personal exceptional adventures, Maxwell’s digital tour will embrace suggestions for creating one’s personal private odyssey. She will provide strategies for arranging an itinerary, hiring respected tour firms, and extra.

Journeys That Unite Us is the third annual presentation of the Jane Reti Speaker Series, which started in 2023. “This program is the result of Andy Reti’s generous grant,” mentioned OLLI Director Tricia Berlowe. “It honors Jane’s commitment to new ideas, engaging in continuous learning, helping people in need, supporting the arts and sharing the joy that comes from active curiosity.”

Reservations are open now for Journeys That Unite Us. The presentation is freed from cost, and open to the general public however seating is restricted and reservations are required to save lots of area. The occasion will probably be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 1, in Yavapai College’s Prescott Campus Community Room, Bldg. 19. Room 147, at 1100 E. Sheldon Street. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Reservations could be made by visiting: www.yc.edu/reti or name OLLI at: (928) 717-7634.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is a part of Yavapai College’s Division of Lifelong Learning. OLLI applications stimulate the thoughts, foster creativity, increase cultural appreciation and construct lasting friendships. OLLI invitations senior grownup learners to boost their information, meet new individuals and relish the tutorial expertise. Visit yc.edu/olli or name 928-717-7634 for details about membership and alternatives.

Yavapai College operates seven campuses and facilities all through Yavapai County and provides over 100 levels and certificates, 4 baccalaureate levels, scholar and neighborhood providers, and cultural occasions and actions. To study extra about YC, go to www.yc.edu.