Treasures of the Pharaohs–16 October 2026
June 21, 2026
The Gentrain Society is sponsoring a trip to the De Young Museum for the special exhibit “The Treasures of the Pharaohs.” The exhibit is described
Breaking News
New Faculty Co-ordinator
Our new faculty coordinator is Dr. Heather Crowley. She is a History professor at MPC and will organize the Gentrain course in the fall. Please welcome her to our Gentrain community.
The Treasures of the Pharaohs 16 October
Join us to experience a special exhibit at the De Young Museum. See details.
Fall Course
Classes will resume 18 August. Find a quick guide to registration procedures here.
Upcoming Events
Social Science of Economics–5 August 2026
June 22, 2026
Professor Morgan will speak about the social science of economics–the causes of inflation (too much demand, too little supply and pricing power) and the policies
Applied Environmental Studies–19 Aug 2026
June 22, 2026
Seth Gustafson will speak about practical applications of the results findings of environmental studies. Details to follow.
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
It’s time to get excited! The new Gentrain academic year will begin on August 18, and it will bring with it two new team members. First, a new Coordinator has been chosen to succeed the retiring Alan Haffa. We are pleased to welcome Dr. Heather Crowley, a historian trained at Cardiff University in Wales.
Vice President Becky Taylor and I enjoyed meeting Heather over coffee recently. We found her engaging, knowledgeable in her field, and savvy about the administrative challenges of community college teaching. We think she will be an excellent fit for the Gentrain Program.
In other faculty news, a new Literature/Drama instructor is being chosen to join the team. Gamble and Stephanie will be returning to do what they do so well, and, for those of you who love Tom Logan (and who doesn’t), Tom will be back to work his magic on Egypt. He will continue giving insights into other cultures of the ancient world before Heather steps in as Gentrain’s new historian.
If you need any further persuading to return in the fall, consider a few of the many benefits of lifelong learning. In addition to expanding our knowledge, continuous learning has been shown to slow cognitive decline. Staying intellectually active keeps us adaptable and increases self-confidence. It broadens our worldview, and by connecting us with like-minded people, deepens our enjoyment of life. I hope many of you will come to welcome our new instructors this fall as we continue to build our stimulating Gentrain Community.
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.
Newsletter
It’s
time to get excited!
The new Gentrain academic year will begin on August 18, and it will
bring with it two new team members. First, a new Coordinator has been chosen to
succeed
the retiring Alan Haffa. We are pleased
to welcome Dr. Heather Crowley, a historian
trained at Cardiff University in Wales.
Vice
President Becky Taylor and I enjoyed meeting Heather over coffee recently. We
found her engaging, knowledgeable in her field,
and savvy about the administrative challenges of community college
teaching. We think she will be an excellent fit for the Gentrain Program.
In
other faculty news, a new Literature/Drama instructor is being chosen to join
the team. Gamble and Stephanie will be
returning to do what they do so well,
and, for those of you who love Tom Logan (and who doesn’t), Tom will be back to
work his magic on Egypt. He will continue giving insights into other cultures
of the ancient world before Heather steps in as Gentrain’s new historian.
Your
Gentrain Board is working hard to make the coming year a success. We know that
the new registration system has been challenging, and we want to make
the process easier. Elsewhere in this
issue you will find an article designed to make registering for Gentrain less
daunting. If you would prefer hands-on
help, look for another article announcing an upcoming event where “expert” Society
veterans will be present give assistance.
If you need any further persuading to attend in the fall, consider a few of the
many benefits of lifelong learning. In addition to expanding our knowledge,
continuous learning has been shown to slow cognitive decline. Staying
intellectually active keeps us adaptable and increases self-confidence. It broadens
our worldview, and by connecting us with like-minded people, deepens our enjoyment
of life. I hope many of you will come to welcome our new instructors this fall
as we continue to build our stimulating Gentrain community.
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