Santa Maria Sun / School Scene

Relive the '60s, but in a good way

BY HENRY HOUSTON

Whether it was the primordial stage of today’s rock n’ roll, or Lyndon Johnson’s “Great Society” program, the 1960s were a time of social and culture change that still influence the United States today. In order to put a spotlight on the accomplishments of the era, Allan Hancock College will hold lectures from its staffers every Friday in October.

The first Friday lecture, titled “An Era of Utopia and Turbulence,” will be led by philosophy and history professor Klaus Fisher, Ph.D; the second lecture, “The American Makeover: Culture and Society in the 1960s,” will come from the associate professor of history, Roger Hall, Ph.D.
The third lecture will center on the art aspect of the era, coming from John Hood, M.F.A; and the final lecture, from Ann Lucas, D.M.A., will focus on the groundbreaking music of the decade.

The first lecture will be held at the Lompoc Valley campus, in room 1-204/205; the rest, however, will be held at the Santa Maria Valley campus, in C-40.

Every lecture will be free, but a one-day parking permit, which can be purchased for $2, is required.

Pre-registration is advised to ensure a spot in the class. Register online, through fax or mail, or in person at Community Education. Registration at the door will be based on space availability only.

For more information, visit hancockcollege.edu.

This week’s School Scene was compiled by contributor Henry Houston. Send items for consideration to aasman@santamariasun.com.