Galloway, N.J. — The Stockton Institute for Lifelong Learning is offering several classes on a variety of subjects in March. The courses available are:

• Why Study the Holocaust? - Part 1 by Pearl “Peppy” Margolis (Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26, and April 2 at Stockton at Manahawkin from 12:30-1:30 p.m.) — In this course, students will be presented with ways to: increase knowledge of the content and context of the history of the Holocaust; foster empathy for the victims of the Holocaust and other genocides; engage in critical thinking to support thoughtful reflection on a range of societal issues; make relevant and contemporary connections; and compel action by examining the role and responsibility of individuals in a democratic society. This course is free thanks to the Sara & Sam Schoffer Holocaust Resource Center.
• American Criminal Justice System: An Insider’s View – by Professor Rick Mulvihill (Fridays, March 7, 21, 28, and April 4 in Galloway from 10:30-11:30 a.m.) — This course introduces students to the American criminal justice system and its elements. The classes will cover law enforcement and policing, courts and prosecution, community and institutional, in addition to victims of crime.
• (Re)Reading Mark Twain’s Huckleberry Finn through Percival Everett’s James - by Professor Kristin Jacobson (Fridays, March 7, 14, 21, and 28 in Galloway from 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.) — This course will examine the original “Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” as it compares to Percival Everett’s 2024 version of the tale “James.” It will cover the story as told from the enslaved Jim’s perspective in a retelling of the classic novel.

Each course — apart from Why Study the Holocaust? — costs $45 to the general public. Courses are free for residents of Atlantic County over the age of 60.

To enroll in a course, visit the Stockton Institute for Lifelong Learning website.

-- Story by Zuleika Rodriguez Garcia of the Osprey Social Team