BUD SPALDING: JUGGLER OF THE WHIRLING VERITAS PLATES by Jane Keller

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1 Volume 18 Number 2 A Publication of the Veritas Society, Bellarmine University: The Next Great Learning Experience Fall 2013 BUD SPALDING: JUGGLER OF THE WHIRLING VERITAS PLATES by Jane Keller The Veritas Society is unique Our mission is to inform and stimulate an understanding of our history and cultural heritage in todays 21st century. We achieve that goal in a variety of ways, but foremost by offering a program of courses each spring and fall that informs, entertains and intellectually challenges the membership. Other ways that fulfill that mission are field trips, Lunch and Learn, social events and special interest groups. All that was only a vision on that rainy April afternoon in 1995 when 53 men and women convened in the Cralle Theatre on Bellarmine campus to discuss the possible formation of a lifelong learning organization under the guidance of Elderhostel. Bud Spalding was among those first visionaries. By the fall of 1995, the group was organized as The Veritas Society, and six courses were offered. Today, we offer 20 to 21 courses in the spring and fall, as well as the other activities that have been cited. Veritas has grown not only in its number of members but also by the diligence and willingness of many members to share their time and talents. Bud is one of those members. In the summer of 2005, he was elected by the Board of Directors to serve as president. As an academic, Bud taught economics, but he brings multiple interests to the Society. He is an avid reader of books and other media, journals and newspapers. Among his favorite topics are history and politics. He has a deep concern for the future of planet Earth, as evidenced by having organized several courses on conservation. He and his wife Nan have traveled extensively, seeing many parts of the world. He is a classic movie buff of both domestic and foreign films, organizing numerous courses for Veritas. He enjoys live performances of opera, drama and music, especially chamber music. He has an appreciation for art, art history and architecture, always registering for Lynn Mecklerʼs classes. He has a gourmet palate for good food and wine. Yes, Bud is a Renaissance man, and he shares his many interests with all of us. Bud served as president of the Veritas Society from 2005 to In his quiet, sure-handed manner, he guided the Society through the expansion of membership and its offerings that had begun in the previous decade. The jugglerʼs plates had become larger and more had been added. Thank you, Bud, you kept them whirling Thank you, Nan, for so graciously sharing Bud with us.

2 Ramblings By now you have probably received your fall schedule and some of you may be disappointed you did not get all of the classes you requested. Unfortunately this is because Veritas has become so t: popular that many classes fill up the first day of registration. As of om ol.c the day these ramblings were written 366 registration forms nm maggian been received. If all of those students took three classes over 1000 class slots would be needed. There are about 800 slots available. Numbers may not be scientifically accurate but they are close. To help alleviate some of this dilemma the guest policy has been eliminated opening a few more slots for members. Because the class topics are so varied (as is the membership) many people are receiving their top choice of classes. Bellarmine is very generous with providing us class room space and parking spots but their regular students must take priority. As someone mentioned to me, even in college we did not get into all the classes we wanted, so think of this as another college experience. Maggie McCarthy Editor, Secretary So it is very important that when you register for a class you attend. We know there are emergency situations when you cannot go to class and that is understandable but please give this serious thought when you register for spring classes. It is fun to be on campus and Veritas provides us with a stimulating, challenging environment. We want as many people as possible to have the opportunity to enjoy it. There are nine interest groups (with a tenth being considered) which give you a chance for social interaction and discussion, field trips (again which fill up fast) and special activities. We are a growing population and we want to continue to learn and grow. Enjoy the classes you have, the volunteer presenters, and the new friends you make. I hope to see you in class and at other Veritas activities. FIELD TRIP SUMMER 2013 by Jerry Hubbs

3 FIELD TRIP SUMMER 2013 by Jerry Hubbs FALL RECEPTION AND ORIENTATION by Bill Stewart The Veritas Society happily announces its Fall 2013 Reception and Orientation to be held on Wednesday, September 11, starting at 2:00 P.M. in Frazier Hall on the Bellarmine University campus. Frazier Hall is located in the George G. Brown Center which faces the Norris Place side of campus. All Veritas members, both new and continuing, plus anyone "just looking" to become a member, are invited to attend this short but informative program. We want you to feel comfortable and at ease when you come on campus. This presentation will assist you in your adjustment to the culture of a university setting. A special attraction will be the appearance and talk by Bellarmine's women's basketball coach, Chancellor Dugan. Chancellor wants to get to know the Veritas community and she wishes to let us in on her plans for the women's basketball team in its season. Some of you may have seen and read about Coach Dugan in the June issue of Today's Woman. We are looking forward to seeing and talking with you on September 11. September 19 Happy 99th Birthday Marie Goodwin You are an inspiration to all of us

4 BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS by Bud Spalding The August 9 Board of Directors meeting covered several developments of possible interest to Veritas Society members. JoAnne Hohman, Roz Shaffer, and Herb Zimmerman participated as newlyelected Board members, although Hohman and Shaffer were invited observers at the June 14 meeting when Board election results were announced. A subcommittee headed by Jerry Thornberry reported that it is continuing its exploration of term limits for Board members, carefully weighing the pro and con arguments for changing the current no-limit policy. Joe Bush was announced as the new chair of the Field Trips Committee, and he announced a successful, nearly-full-bus trip to several historic Frankfort sites on August 2. Special Events chair Bill Stewart announced that a subcommittee had evaluated the Fall and Spring Receptions and recommended their continuation with a more restricted array of refreshments, for better expense control. Summer Term enrollment figures were reported, substantially increased over previous summers, with morning courses centering on history, literature and current developments outdrawing the afternoon movie series, which had been stronger in previous years. It was announced that the six-session Lunch and Learn in the Fall would be on Fridays in the private dining room off Bellarmine's cafeteria in the George G. Brown Center. In addition to the regular Friday schedule at the single venue, enrollees would pay $6.80 per session for access to the cafeteria line, with no more $12-15 boxed-sandwiches-and-chips, and no more bring-your-own-brown-bag. Reservations must be made and lunches paid for ahead of time. The Veritas office has been relocated again, this time situated in 122 Miles Hall, while retaining the old phone number. Another change is that Veritas now has organizational reporting responsibilities to Sean Ryan, who will continue as Vice President for Enrollment Management and also function as Dean of Continuing and Professional Studies. Former dean Michael Mattei has returned to teaching duties in Bellarmineʼs School of Business. ST. ROBERT GATE If you enter the Bellarmine campus from Newburg Road this fall you will see a new structure. It is the St.Robert Gate, a concrete gate that was donated to Bellarmine University by Gincy and Nick Carosi, Bellalrmine alumni. It is a symbol of the hospitality Bellarmine offers all who enter the campus. Dr. Joseph J. McGowan said it is a symbol of Bellarmineʼs welcoming of new ideas, new perspectives, and new people. As Veritas members we have certainly received and benefitted from this hospitality. The St. Robert Gate is named for St. Robert Bellarmine ( ), a Jesuit cardinal. (Information from a news release from Bellarmine University, May 1, 2013)

5 DATES TO REMEMBER Fall orientation September 11 Designerʼs Show House September 7 to 22 Fall classes September 30 to November 8 Holiday event December 13 Next Veritas Voice January 2014 Spring classes March 3 to April 11 Summer classes July 2014 The Dining Hall will be closed Monday, October 14 and Tuesday, October 15 but Einsteinʼs Café (in Horrigan Hall) will be open from 8 2 on both days. Einsteinʼs sells sandwiches and salads. IN THE FUTURE Plan to attend one or all of these. They are additional ways we benefit from our Veritas membership. The World Affairs Council of Kentucky and Indiana is showing Not My Life, a film about human trafficking and modern slavery on Wednesday, September 25 at 5PM in Frazier Hall. There will be a panel discussion afterwards. This event is free and will include light refreshments and booths by local organizations. The possibility for a field trip to the Indianapolis Art Museum for the Matisse Exhibit October 13, 2013 to January 12, 2014 is being explored. Members will be notified when and if plans are finalized. The Holiday Event will be held on Friday, December 13th, at 12 noon in Frazier Hall. Music will be provided by two musicians, a violinist and a cellist, two members of Quartet Louisville. More information will be sent closer to the date. The Bellarmine University Civic Orchestra (BCO) has started it's second official year on campus and invites you to hear five concerts this season. The concerts are tentatively scheduled for October 19 and 27, December 8, 2013, February 23, and April 27, The final times are still tentative, but most will be 3:00pm, at the Wyatt Center for the Arts on Bellarmine's main campus. Cost per ticket is $10 for adults, $5 for students, with the opportunity for a season ticket $40/$20 for all five concerts. More information will be available online at Bellarmine.edu soon. The group is led by Maestro Aaron Boaz, a professor of violin in the Department of Music. The BCO members are Bellarmine students, faculty and staff as well as musicians from the Louisville area. This season will include works by Mahler, Wagner, Albinoni, Rimsky-Korsakov and seasonal favorites. Don't miss this excellent orchestra that is now in our own Arts Center

6 INTEREST GROUP UPDATES The Healthy Eating Group meets the first Monday of every month. Contact Marilyn Schorin at or for reservations or additional information. The Mystery Book Discussion Group meets the first Tuesday of the month from 10:30 a.m. to 12 at the Mid-City Mall Library year-round. Sessions include book discussions, sometimes a local author, or mystery movies based on books. Occasionally the group attends local productions of mystery plays. For additional information, contact Maggie McCarthy, maggiannm@aol.com or The Movie Group meets on the first Tuesday of the month at Baxter Avenue Theaters in Mid-City Mall to go to the first showing of the movie(s) selected. A notice with the title(s) and time(s) of the movie(s) is sent to everyone on the Movie Group list the prior weekend. To be on the movie list, e- mail or call Margareta Kessler at margaretak32@gmail.com or The Non-Fiction Book Group meets on the second Tuesday of the month at the library in the midtown mall (Baxter theatre is there), at 10 AM. The book for October (October 8) is The Future, by Al Gore. In November we'll read Blood Done Sign My Name, by T. Tyson. Do join us for good discussions. Jo at jofolso@outlook.com if you have any questions. The Ethnic Lunch Group meets the second Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. at various locations for different ethnic food each time. For more information or reservations contact Ginna Willenbrink at or at gw131@bellsouth.net The Current Affairs Interest Group meets the second Thursday of each month at St. Matthews Library (3940 Grandview Avenue) from 2:30 to 4:00 PM. All topics and perspectives are welcome except partisan politics and religious proselytizing in a climate of respectful controversy. For more information or to join the group, contact Marilyn Schorin, schorin@schorin-strategies.com or The Eat/Talk Group meets the third Monday of every month at 11:30 a.m. at the University Club on the U of L campus. Please contact Anne Miller, , or afm2@twc.com to be added to the contact list or for more information. The IVIES: (Indiana Veritas Eating Society) (non-hoosiers welcome) meets sporadically, usually when Veritas classes are not in session. For information, contact Maggie McCarthy, or maggiannm@aol.com. The Moveable Feast Book Discussion Group meets monthly, usually at Mid-City Mallʼs Library branch when Veritas is not in session. For future dates and books contact Barry Chafin at ABChafin@aol.com. PROPOSED NEW INTEREST GROUP A new interest group on the theater has been suggested. Is anyone interested? Or be willing to facilitate it? There are many local theatre groups in Louisville and Southern Indiana as well as professional companies like Actors Theatre of Louisville (ATL) and Derby Dinner in Clarksville. An interest group could attend performances, maybe have dinner or lunch and discuss the play. ATL Associates often have pre or post discussions of plays and the public is invited to these sessions. Let me know. (maggiannm@aol.com or )