2021 Calendar
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Diversity and Inclusion Through Five Worldviews
Dr. Denise R. Ames
Reliability First, Cleveland, Ohio
April 19, 2021, 1:00-3:00 pm

2020 Calendar
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Drawing on Indigenous Wisdom for a Brighter Future
 Dr. Denise R. Ames
Osher Life Long Learning Institute (OLLI) UNM Continuing Education
505 277-0077 course #19802
Wednesday, January 22, 2020, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
1634 University NE CE South Building
Albuquerque, NM

Integrating the Past, Forging a Future
 Dr. Denise R. Ames
Osher Life Long Learning Institute (OLLI) UNM Continuing Education
505 277-0077 course #19837
Tuesday, January 28, 2020, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
1634 University NE CE South Building
Albuquerque, NM

Cross-Cultural Awareness: Learning About and From Others
 Dr. Denise R. Ames
Osher Life Long Learning Institute (OLLI) UNM Continuing Education
505 277-0077 course #19212
Wednesday, February 05, 2020, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
1634 University NE CE South Building
Albuquerque, NM

A Transformative Worldview: A Vision for the Future
 Dr. Denise R. Ames
Osher Life Long Learning Institute (OLLI) UNM Continuing Education
505 277-0077 course #19217
Tuesday, February 25, 2020, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
1634 University NE CE South Building
Albuquerque, NM

2019 Calendar
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Oasis Institute of Albuquerque
 Five Worldviews Discussion Group: How We See the World
Mondays April 8, 15, and 22, 2019 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (3 weeks)
3301 Menaul Blvd. NE Suite 18
Albuquerque, NM 87107

Osher Institute, University of New Mexico Continuing Education
 Waves of Global Change: A Holistic World History
Wednesdays, April 24-May 29, 2019 3:30-5:30 p.m. (6 weeks)
1634 University Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM

Osher Institute, University of New Mexico Continuing Education
 Divided: Colliding Ways We See the World
Tuesdays, May 7-21, 2019 3:30-5:30 p.m. (3 weeks)
1634 University Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM

A Transformative Worldview: A Vision for the Future
August 28, 2019, Wednesday, 11:00-12:00
Jewish Community Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico

A Transformative Worldview: A Vision for the Future
October 23, 2019, Wednesday, 3:30-5:30
OLLI Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Integrating the Past: Forging a Future
November 20, 2019, Wednesday, 3:30-5:30
OLLI Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cross-Cultural Awareness: Understanding Others
December 4 and 11, 2019, Wednesday, 3:30-5:30
OLLI Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Five Worldviews Discussion Group
December 2, 9, and 16, 2010, Monday 10:00-12:00
Albuquerque Oasis
Albuquerque, New Mexico

2018 Calendar
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Civitan Club, Albuquerque
Talk: How We See the World
January 5, 2018, Friday 6:30 a.m.
LaPeep Restaurant, 2125 Louisiana Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Workshop: Five Perspectives: How We See the World
January 16, 23, 29, and February 6, 2018, Tuesday, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Osher Institute, 1634 University Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM

Oasis Institute, Albuquerque
Lecture: A Holistic World History
January 18, 2018, Thursday, 10:30-12:00 a.m.
3301 Menaul Blvd NE #18, Albuquerque, NM

Oasis Institute, Albuquerque
Workshop: Five Worldviews: How We See the World
January 25 and February 1, 2018, Thursday, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
3301 Menaul Blvd NE #18, Albuquerque, NM

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Workshop Five Perspectives: How We See the World
June 11-25, 2018 - Monday, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
1634 University Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-277-6179

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Workshop: Divided: Colliding Ways We See the World
October 16-30, 2018 – Tuesday, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
1634 University Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-277-6179

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Workshop: Waves of Global Change: A Holistic World History
October 10-November 14, 2018 – Wednesday, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
1634 University Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87102
505-277-6179

Oasis Institute, Albuquerque
Workshop: Five Worldviews: How We See the World
October 8-22, 2018 – Monday 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
3301 Menaul Blvd NE #18, Albuquerque, NM

2017 Calendar
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Wonders of the Baltic Sea: Educational Lecture Series
August 18-28, 2017
August 19: The 1917 Russian Revolution: Breaking from the Past and
Forging a Distinct Future
August 21: Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia: The Baltic Countries Shared
History of Challenge and Perseverance
August 23: Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania: The Baltic Treasures
August 25: Berlin: The Many Reinventions of a Remarkable City

Five Perspectives: How We See the World
October 24, 2017 4-6 p.m.
Workshop at the Osher Institute
Albuquerque, NM

2016 Calendar
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Jewels of the Mediterranean Sea: Educational Lecture Series
October 25-November 1, 2016
October 26: Making Sense of Roman History: Six Stages from the Etruscans to the Present
October 28: Art, Wealth, Intrigue, and Playground: Life on the French Riviera
October 30: The Roman Empire: The Rise and Fall of a Great World Power

Treasures of the Adriatic Sea: Educational Lecture Series
November 2-9, 2016
November 3: Hidden Treasures of the Adriatic: The Rich Culture and History
of Slovenia and Croatia
November 5: The Cradle of Western Civilization: The Good and Bad of the
Greek Heritage in the West
November 7: Venice during the Renaissance: Where East and West Meet

2015 Calendar
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California Council for the Social Studies
March 6-7, 2015
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation: The Global Economy
Oakland, California

Teaching Korea Summer Institute
July 13-17, 2015
University of Colorado, Boulder
Dr. Ames will be a participant

Bahrain, Qatar, and United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.) Educational Tour
November 13-27, 2015
Sponsored by the Bi-lateral U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce
Houston, Texas

National Council for the Social Studies (cancelled)
November 13-14, 2015
Presentation: Global Awareness for Educators
New Orleans, Louisiana

2014 Calendar
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Albuquerque Peace & Justice Center
January 23, 2014, Friday, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Dr. Denise R. Ames Talk: The Global Economy
Albuquerque, New Mexico

International Social Studies Association
February 26-27, 2014
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation:  A Holistic World History, The Global Economy, and Germany Today
University of Central Florida Campus, Orlando, Florida

National Council for History Education
March 18-20, 2014
Dr. Denise R. Ames Exhibitor and Presentation: Waves of Global Change: A Holistic World History
University of New Mexico Campus, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Goethe Institute Consultancy
July 3-18, 2014
Dr. Denise R. Ames Consultant: Cross Cultural Awareness Training for Educators Traveling to Germany with the TransAtlantic Outreach Program
Washington D.C. and Germany

Big History Association Conference
August 7-9, 2014
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation: World History within Big History
Dominican University Campus, San Rafael, California

Academy of Korean Studies, Study Tour of South Korea
November 4-14, 2014
Dr. Denise R. Ames Participant on Study Tour
South Korea

National Council for the Social Studies
November 18-20, 2014
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation: Waves of Global Change: A Holistic World History (cancelled)
Boston, Massachusetts

2013 Calendar
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Transatlantic Outreach Program Study Tour to Germany
Sponsored by the Goethe-Institut Washington D.C.
Dr. Denise R. Ames Participant
July 5-July 20, 2013
Washington D.C. and Germany
Worldviews Travel: Bhutan Travel: Cultural Preservation and Environmental Sustainability
October 20 -November 1, 2013
Trip Leaders Nancy and Roger Harmon
Bhutan

National Council for the Social Studies
November 22-23, 2013
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation:  Waves of Global Change: Teaching a Holistic World History
Exhibitor
St. Louis, Missouri

International Assembly
November 22, 2013, Friday
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation:  The Global Economy: A Simplifying Model for a Complex System
St. Louis Missouri

2012 Calendar
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No major scheduled events. We have been concentrating on developing curriculum!

2011 Calendar
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Global Educators to Turkey
March 18-26, 2011
Dr. Denise R. Ames Participant: In association with the Middle East Studies Center at Ohio State University
Turkey

Professional Development in China
June 27-July 6, 2011
Dr. Denise R. Ames Participant: In association with EF Tours

2010 Calendar
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No major scheduled events for 2010. We have been concentrating on developing curriculum!

2009 Calendar
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International Social Studies Conference
January 18-19, 2009
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Rethinking Food: Interconnections of Global Economics, Food, and Sustainability 
University of Southern Florida Campus, Tampa, Florida

Colorado Social Studies Conference
April 10, 2009
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Waves of Global Change: A Holistic Teaching Model for World History
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Making Connections for a Globally Sustainable Future (for Facing the Future)
Hyatt Regency Tech Center, Denver, Colorado

Advanced Placement World History Exams
June, 2009
Dr. Denise R. Ames: World History reader
Colorado State University Campus, Fort Collins, Colorado

Educator Travel Tour, Ecuador: Culture and Ecology
June 24-July 8, 2009
Dr. Denise R. Ames and Dr. Susan Richards Trip Leaders
Ecuador

Population Connection's Teacher Training Institute
August 1-2, 2009
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop Participant
Washington D.C.

Educators in China, a Professional Development Seminar through EF Tours
August 10-20, 2009
Dr. Denise R. Ames Trip Leader
China

Cleveland State University
October 15, 2009
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Global Awareness for Educators
Cleveland, Ohio

National Social Studies Association Conference
November 13, 2009, Friday
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Waves of Global Change: A Holistic World History Teaching Approach
Omni Hotel at the CNN Center Ballroom B, 10:15 a.m.
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Infusing a Global Perspective into the Curriculum: Strategies and Suggestions
Roundtable Sessions, CNN Center Ballroom D, 8:45-10:00 a.m.
Georgia Convention Center, Atlanta, Georgia

2008 Calendar
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International Social Studies Conference
February 8, 2008, Friday
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Iran: Building Bridges
Chicago, Illinois

Colorado Social Studies Conference
April 11, 2008
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Interdependence in World History: A Holistic Teaching Model
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Making Connection for a Globally Sustainable Future (for Facing the Future)
Denver, Colorado

Advanced Placement World History Exams
June 1-7, 2008
Dr. Denise R. Ames: World History reader
Fort Collins, Colorado

United World College of the American West
July 14-18, 2008
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Interdependence in World History: A Holistic Teaching Model
Montezuma, New Mexico

United World College of the American West
July 21-25, 2008
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalizing United States History: A Holistic Teaching Model
Montezuma, New Mexico

Lehigh Carbon Community College
August 25, 2008
Dr. Denise R. Ames Keynote Address and Workshop: Global Transformations in Education 
Allentown, Pennsylvania

Arizona Social Studies Conference
October 24, 2008
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Waves of Global Change: A Holistic Teaching Model for World History
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Making Connections for a Globally Sustainable Future (for Facing the Future)
Arizona State West Campus, Phoenix, Arizona

New Mexico Social Studies Conference
November 1, 2008
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Waves of Global Change: A Holistic Teaching Model for World History
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presenter: Infusing a Global Perspective into the Social Studies Curriculum
Sandia Prep High School, Albuquerque, New Mexico

2007 Calendar
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Mock United Nations for New Mexico High School Students
February 10, 2007, Saturday, 2:00-3:00
Dr. Denise R. Ames Closing Speech:  A New Paradigm for International Relations
University of New Mexico Ballroom
Albuquerque, New Mexico

New Mexico and the World: Professional Development
March 24, 2007, Saturday, 12:00-4:00
Dr. Denise R. Ames and Anna Rutins Workshop: International Education for k-12 Educators
University of New Mexico at Taos
Taos, New Mexico

Southwest Regional Social Studies Conference
April 12-14, 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation: Infusing a Global Perspective into the Social Studies Curriculum
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation: A Holistic World History: Strategies for Educators
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Sustainable Global Leadership Alliance
April 16, 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Understanding Globalization
SEED Graduate Institute
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Fellowship of Reconciliation Travel Delegation to Iran
April 18-May 1, 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames Participant
Iran

National Institute of Education
May 10-17, 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Understanding Globalization: Strategies for Classroom Use
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Interdependence in World History:  A Holistic Teaching Model
Singapore

Advanced Placement World History Exams
June 2-8, 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames: World History reader
Fort Collins, Colorado

United World College of the American West
July 24-27, 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames Class: A Holistic World History Teaching Model
Montezuma, New Mexico

United World College of the American West
June 25-29, 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames Class: Global Issues for Educators
Montezuma, New Mexico

New Mexico Coalition of School Administrators Conference
July 18-20, 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation: Infusing a Global Perspective into the Curriculum:  Strategies for Implementation
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Cross Border Travel Experience: On the Immigration Trail
August 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames Participant: Sponsored by Food First
El Paso, Texas and Mexico

Texas Social Studies Conference
October 11-12, 2007
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation: Infusing a Global Perspective into the Curriculum
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation: Interdependence in World History
El Paso, Texas

2006 Calendar
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Center for Action and Contemplation
January 21, 2006, Saturday, Time: 9:30 to 12:30
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Understanding Globalization:  Helping to Create a More Responsible Future
1823 Five Points Rd. SW
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Center for Action and Contemplation, Borderlands Internship Experience
February 4, 2006, Sunday, Time: 3:00 to 5:00
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Consumerism
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Sustainable Global Leadership Alliance
March 4, 2006, Saturday
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Understanding Globalization: Linking the Local to the Global
Jemez Pueblo, Jemez, New Mexico

Center for Action and Contemplation, Borderlands Internship Experience
April 30, 2006, Sunday, Time: 3:00 to 5:00
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Consumerism
Albuquerque, New Mexico

National Institute of Education, Singapore
May 31, June 1 and 2, 2006, 9:00-5:00
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Understanding Globalization: Strategies for Classroom Use
Singapore

Center for Action and Contemplation, Borderlands Internship Experience
June 14, 2006, Tuesday, Time: 10:00 to 12:00  
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Consumerism
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Esalen Institute
September 10-15, 2006
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Understanding Globalization: Helping to Create a More Responsible Future
Big Sur, California

Center for Action and Contemplation, Borderlands Internship Experience
October 1, 2006, Sunday
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Consumerism
Albuquerque, New Mexico

2005 Calendar
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University of New Mexico Continuing Education
Tuesdays, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 2005, Time:  6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Cost:  $60
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Our Future
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Mennonite Church
April 17, 2005, Time:  11:30 to 1:30, no charge
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Our Future
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Global Exchange Delegation to Syria and Lebanon
May 1– 15, 2005
Dr. Denise R. Ames Participant
Lebanon and Syria

Sustainable Global Leadership Alliance
June 6, 2005 and August 8, 2005, closed forum
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Sustainability
Sandia Park, New Mexico

Center for Action and Contemplation (CAC's Stillpoint)
October 1, 2005, Saturday, Fee: $15, Time: 9:30 to 3:30
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Understanding Globalization: Helping to Create a More Responsible Future
1823 Five Points Rd. SW
Albuquerque, New Mexico

SEED Graduate Institute
October 5, 2005, Wednesday, free (donations accepted) 6:30 to 8:30
Dr. Denise R. Ames Lecture: Globalization and our Future
1700 Atrisco Dr. NW
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Unitarian Church of Albuquerque
November 20, 2005, Sunday, 11:00 to 12:00
Dr. Denise R. Ames Lecture: Globalization and our Future
Comanche and Carlisle
Albuquerque, New Mexico

2004 Calendar
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Unitarian Church, Earth Web Organization
February 5, 2004, Time:  12:30 to 2:00
Dr. Denise R. Ames Presentation: Mindful Consumerism: Consumption with the 7th Generation in Mind 
Albuquerque, New Mexico

University of New Mexico Continuing Education
Wednesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2004, Time:  6:00 to 8:00 p.m, Cost:  $60. 
Dr. Denise R. Ames Class: Globalization and Our Future
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Boston Social Forum
July 23, 2004 10:30 to 12:00 
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization:  10 Essential Factors
July 24, 2004 12:30 to 2:00
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: The History of Globalization
University of Massachusetts at Boston, Boston, Massachusetts

University of New Mexico Continuing Education
Tuesdays, Sept. 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 2004, Time:  6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Cost:  $60. 
Dr. Denise R. Ames Class: Globalization and Our Future
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Center for Action and Contemplation
November 20, 2004, Time:  9:00 to 12:30
Dr. Denise R. Ames and Jim Knutson Workshop: Compassionate Consumerism
Albuquerque, New Mexico

2003 Calendar
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University of New Mexico
January-May, 2003
Dr. Denise R. Ames Course: Global Issues
Albuquerque, New Mexico

College of Santa Fe, Albuquerque
January-March, 2003
Dr. Denise R. Ames Course: World History for Educators
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Center for Action and Contemplation
March 1, 2003
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Consumerism
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Center for Action and Contemplation
June 1, 2003
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Consumerism
Albuquerque, New Mexico

SEED Graduate Institute 
Saturdays, Sept. 20, 2003, 10-2, Sept. 27, 2003 10-12
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and the Future of Women
Albuquerque, New Mexico

EcoVersity
October 8 and 15, 2003 Wednesday 6:30 to 8:30
Dr. Denise R. Ames Workshop: Globalization and Our Future
Santa Fe, New Mexico