GENT 415/15/23 World War II to the Present (1945-Present)
April 27, 2026
The course examines selected aspects of world history and culture since 1945, including such topics as the Cold War and the succession of wars that
Breaking News
Please come to the Gentrain Society’s reception for Alan Haffa as he retires from MPC.
May 19th at 11 AM, LF 103, MPC
There is still time to send in your greetings and photos for inclusion in his This Is Your Life book. Email them to: kimzey4@gmail.com by May 14.
The Society is also setting up a scholarship in his name. If you would like to donate to it, make a check payable to Gentrain/MPC and indicate it is for the Alan Haffa Scholarship. Mail it to: MPC, 980 Fremont Street, Monterey, Ca 93940 ATTENTION: GENTRAIN
Hope to see you there!
Time is running out to sign up for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, 6–11 July. Full details here.
Spring 2026 Course
The final unit of our current tour through western civilization begins 28 April and ends 21 May. View the schedule Here.
Upcoming Events
Oregon Shakespeare Festival July 6 – July 11, 2026
April 28, 2026
Join the Gentrain Society and Dr. Alan Haffa, Director of Gentrain, as we visit Ashland, Oregon, for the annual Shakespeare Festival. We are scheduled to
Good Morning Julia Child–20 May 2026
April 29, 2026
Join Gentrain for a staged reading performed by an actor who magically transforms herself into the world famous French Chef, Julia Child. She is being
Wednesday Lecture
Wednesday March 15, 2023 -1:30 pm – A Titan Of Monterey History – Mr. Pat Hathaway
Gentrain Class Meeting
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 8:45-9:40 Early Islamic visual culture — Gamble 9:55-10:50 The Rise of Islam, Tom
Note from the President
Nancy Johnson, President
As the Spring semester draws to a close, Note from the President will take a break. I’ll be back later when our future plans are solidified. Meanwhile, please continue to share your ideas for Gentrain activities with president@gentrain.org.
Have a great summer!
Who We Are
The Society was formed in 1983 to help financially support the Gentrain Program at Monterey Peninsula College. The dues of $35 per person and $50 per couple, are paid annually and assist the Society to provide programs which include: a special lecture given on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month (free of charge), field trips and special events, and a scholarship fund. The Gentrain Society lends its support to the Gentrain Courses given in four-week, two-hour units on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:45 to 10:50 AM
What We Do
The Gentrain Society is a non-profit organization established as volunteer auxiliary of Monterey Peninsula College. It
- Supports the Gentrain Courses offered by MPC
- Publishes a bi-monthly newsletter, The Conductor
- Sponsors a Wednesday Lecture Series
- Organizes Travel/Study trips and Special Events
- Grants Scholarships to adult re-entry students at MPC
- Sponsors a Great Books Discussion Group
- Supports a series of Continuing Ed Courses through MPC
Join the Society
Enjoy all the benefits of membership in the Gentrain Society. Join Today!
- Six issues of our newsletter, The Conductor
- Opportunities for travel, social events, and daytrips
- Free parking at MPC for Wednesday Lectures
- Voting rights for Gentrain Officers
- Opportunities to serve on the Gentrain Board and Committees
- Satisfaction of knowing that you are helping the Gentrain Society promote its Goals
Travel & Study
Special Events
Sample some local and regional cultural events or spend a few hours socializing with other Gentrainers. We make all the arrangements; you enjoy.
Courses
What has made western civilization what it is today? What critical ideas shaped our world? Let our Gentrain faculty lead you on a journey of discovery.
Library
Did you ever want to read a book you have heard about, but never tracked down a copy? Or explore a topic in depth, but did not know where to start? Books, CDs, and other resources, all selected by our faculty to augment class discussions, are at your fingertips in the Gentrain Library.
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