october 23, 2002

SEMINAR SERIES TO LOOK AT HISTORY, POLITICS OF BASQUES

The Boise State University Renaissance Institute will present “Basques of Boise and Beyond,” its final seminar series of the fall season, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 6, 13, 20 and Dec. 4 at the Basque Museum and Cultural Center, 611 Grove St. in Boise.

Learn the history and politics of both the European Basques and their local counterparts in a class coordinated by the Basque Museum. Several experts will conduct the classes and special attention will be given to the current political situation and also to the Basque culture, including exposure to the Basque language, music, dance and food.
The Renaissance Institute is geared toward learners age 50 and beyond. Membership is $50 ($35 for a second family member) for fall and spring and includes free admission to lectures, a periodic electronic Institute newsletter and an annual Institute reception or social event. Seminars cost $40 plus membership.

Scholarship assistance is available. For more information or to register, call the Division of Extended Studies at 426-1709.

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Contact:
Ellie McKinnon
Extended Studies
426-2047

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426-3275