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Life Changes

UCLA Forum — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:15:38 +0000

“Life Changes”, Sunday Forum audio presented by Collette Fordham, LMSW on April 29, 2012. Feel like the rug’s been pulled out from under you? Transitions can be tough — what might help and where to tap into such knowledge will be the subject of this forum. Small Group Discussions to explore these topics in more depth will . . . → Read More: Life Changes

The State of the Economy

UCLA Forum — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 16:15:33 +0000

“The State of the Economy”, Sunday Forum audio presented by Steve Wells on April 15, 2012. Steve Wells, President of Los Alamos National Bank will discuss the state of the economy from both a national and a regional perspective and the effects it is having on a local basis. This will include LANL’s influence, as well, . . . → Read More: The State of the Economy

Review of the Church’s FY13 Proposed Budget

UCLA Forum — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 16:15:16 +0000

“Review of the Church’s FY13 Proposed Budget”, Sunday Forum presented by Dianne Wilburn (Steward) on April 1, 2012. Dianne and others will go over the proposed budget and answer any questions about it during the forum. This is to help the congregation understand the proposed budget before we have to vote on it on April 29th.

Lies My Teacher Told Me

UCLA Forum — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 16:15:32 +0000

“Lies My Teacher Told Me”, Sunday Forum presented by Felicia Orth and Andrea Determan on March 25, 2012.

“Steve Jobs” by Walter Isaacson

UCLA Forum — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 16:15:06 +0000

“‘Steve Jobs’ by Walter Isaacson, Sunday Forum presented by Dean Carstens on March 18, 2012. Jobs was an exceedingly complicated person with some interesting characteristics, both good and bad, who founded one of the most successful companies in the history of the United States. This morning, we look at the man based on his official biography . . . → Read More: “Steve Jobs” by Walter Isaacson

Community Mental Health

UCLA Forum — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 16:15:54 +0000

“Community Mental Health”, Sunday Forum audio presented by Cheryl Pongratz on March 11, 2012.

“The Better Angels of Our Nature” by Steven Pinker

UCLA Forum — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 17:15:39 +0000

“‘The Better Angels of Our Nature’ by Steven Pinker”, Sunday Forum presented by Bill Priedhorsky on February 26, 2012. Steven Pinker argues that violence has declined steadily over human history, and continues to do so. Presented with a choice between Rousseau’s descent from the “noble savage” and Hobbes’s ascent from a life “nasty, brutish, and short,” . . . → Read More: “The Better Angels of Our Nature” by Steven Pinker

Jemez House Thrift Shop

UCLA Forum — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 17:15:39 +0000

“Jemez House Thrift Shop”, Sunday Forum presented by Lio Castro on February 5, 2012. This week’s Forum will be presented by the current president of the Jemez House board, Lio Castro. He took over from Mary Zemach after she retired as president after many years of service. Lio was a former Jemez House resident who . . . → Read More: Jemez House Thrift Shop

Regulation, Public Safety, and the Pit Rule

UCLA Forum — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 17:15:37 +0000

“The Pit Rule”, Sunday forum presented by Don Neeper on January 29, 2012. The regulatory process, intended to promote justice and public safety, establishes social controls and burdens varying from speed limits to banking practice. In the last primary election, every gubernatorial candidate on one ballot promised repeatedly to repeal New Mexico’s “pit rule,” which . . . → Read More: Regulation, Public Safety, and the Pit Rule

Behind the Bully

UCLA Forum — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 17:15:49 +0000

“Behind the Bully”, Sunday forum presented by Connor Schultz on January 22, 2012. Throughout civilization’s history there has been the constant nuisance of the bully. Whether it be in the school halls or, in our digital age, over the Internet. Many see it as just a phase in adolescence but recent upticks of bully-induced suicides have . . . → Read More: Behind the Bully

“Malcolm X: A Life of Reinvention” by Manning Marable

UCLA Forum — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 17:15:17 +0000

“”Malcolm X: A Life of Reinvention” by Manning Marable”, Sunday forum presented on January 15, 2012 by Evan Rose. Celebrate the Martin Luther King weekend by allowing Evan to review Prof. Marable’s epic biography of Malcolm X for you.

Religion and Politics

Rev. Dale Arnink — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 17:15:50 +0000

“Religion and Politics”, Forum audio presented by Rev. Dale Arnink, Minister Emeritus on January 8, 2012. A religion suitable for a President of the United States; the role religion should play in politics. The presidential campaign thus far has raised these issues very strongly. Dale will have some observations and invite yours.

Downsizing and Liking It

UCLA Forum — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:15:47 +0000

“Downsizing and Liking It”, Sunday Forum audio presented by Mary and George Hrbek on December 18, 2011. Mary and George moved their residence twice in the past year, leaving a larger home for a smaller one. They will share what they have experienced in the course of downsizing their inventory of possessions and how they have . . . → Read More: Downsizing and Liking It

Trash Talk: The Challenge of Disposing of Waste in L.A. County

UCLA Forum — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 17:15:02 +0000

“Trash Talk: The Challenge of Disposing of Waste in L.A. County”, Sunday Forum audio presented by Steve Tenbrink on December 11, 2011. In October 2011, Steve became a member of the county’s Environment Sustainability Board, which deals with trash and recycling in the county. Steve will share what he has learned about waste disposal in . . . → Read More: Trash Talk: The Challenge of Disposing of Waste in L.A. County

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders

UCLA Forum — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 17:15:00 +0000

“Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders”, Sunday Forum presented by Christine Hazard, Ph.D., ASD Resource Team Leader, Los Alamos Public Schools on November 20, 2011. The incidence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in our country and the world has increased exponentially in the last few years. It is now estimated to be 1:110 individuals. The reasons for this increase . . . → Read More: Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders

The Historical Data: Social Promotion or Retention (or Neither)?

UCLA Forum — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 16:15:52 +0000

“The Historical Data: Social Promotion or Retention (or Neither)?”, Sunday Forum audio presented by Cathy King on October 30, 2011. Governor Martinez has proposed that third graders who are not proficient at grade level be retained. This is part of the legislative agenda for this spring in New Nexico. Will this solution really work? Is it . . . → Read More: The Historical Data: Social Promotion or Retention (or Neither)?

Simple Economics 101 Can Lead to Prosperity and Social Justice

UCLA Forum — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 16:15:16 +0000

“Simple Economics 101 Can Lead to Prosperity and Social Justice”, Sunday Forum presented on October 16, 2011 by Don Morris. Using simple Economics 101 theories to show how prosperity and social justice can be achieved in America. These simple economic 101 theories are widely accepted by both conservative and liberal economists and widely believed in and . . . → Read More: Simple Economics 101 Can Lead to Prosperity and Social Justice

Enchanted, I’m sure–Journeys of an Environmental Administrative Law Judge Around the State of New Mexico

UCLA Forum — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 16:15:10 +0000

“Enchanted, I’m sure–Journeys of an Environmental Administrative Law Judge Around the State of New Mexico”, Sunday Forum audio presented by Felicia Orth on October 2, 2011. Felicia will reprise her presentation to the National Association of Administrative Law Judiciary, held Sept 19-21. This presentation is a travelogue through New Mexico and its environmentally regulated facilities.

Climate Change and the Greenland Ice Sheet

UCLA Forum — Sun, 15 May 2011 16:15:27 +0000

Sunday Forum Audio. Bill Lipscomb models the behavior of ice sheets. Will there be changes in your lifetime? “…both the Greenland and Antarctic ice sheets can respond to atmospheric and ocean warming on time scales of a decade or less.” Also see the accompanying presentation slides.

The Virtue of Reverence

UCLA Forum — Sun, 27 Mar 2011 16:15:30 +0000

Using a book by Paul Woodruff, Reverence – Renewing a Forgotten Virtue, a group of spiritual elders discussed this virtue in the context of their lives. Insights from that group and from the book will be presented. Presented by Carl Newton.

An Update on the Annual Stewardship Campaign

UCLA Forum — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 17:10:34 +0000

Dianne Wilburn is the Steward for this year’s campaign. She will share what she has learned about the church’s budget and the start of the Finance Committee. Dianne will give an overview of this year’s campaign. Inform yourself about the budget before it comes to a vote!

The Los Alamos Cooperative Market

UCLA Forum — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 17:10:16 +0000

Steve defines what a co-op is and explores the triple bottom line of the Los Alamos Cooperative Market–People, Planet, and Profits–and how that mission impacts a community. Presented by: Steve Watts, General Manager.

Book Review: For Your Own Good

UCLA Forum — Sun, 19 Dec 2010 17:15:41 +0000

Alice Miller, a German psychologist, wrote a treatise in the 1950′s on child rearing pedagogy (punishment, guilt, spanking) and the effects on the adult child later in life. She also explores how a society of adults raised in this fashion is fearful and easily manipulated by strong leaders. For Sherry it has been a book . . . → Read More: Book Review: For Your Own Good

Self Help

UCLA Forum — Sun, 05 Dec 2010 17:10:34 +0000

Ellen and her guest will speak about the mission and programs of Self Help – whose motto is “Developing Self-reliance in Northern New Mexico.” Ellen’s presentation complements John Cullinan’s service this Sunday. Presented by: Ellen Morris Bond and Chelsea Primac

Touring Europe on Peanuts

UCLA Forum — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 17:10:52 +0000

Ever wanted to take a fabulous tour, without breaking the bank? Tom and Cathy explain how they toured Europe recently using little extra money. Complete with pictures. Presented by: Tom and Cathy King.