Sept 8 — Identity Theft: Protect and Prevent, Ben Merens
Identity theft continues to be the fastest growing crime in the United States. The more you learn about it, the less vulnerable you are. The Wisconsin Bureau of Consumer Protection will explain the different types of identity theft, how to recognize it and how to prevent it – including information about Fraud Alerts and Security Freezes. Receive tips for safeguarding personal information and how to recover from Identity Theft. Helpful brochures will be available.
Sept 15 — History of Milwaukee Retail Stores, Sandi Kaiser
This class will look back at the history of retail in Milwaukee. We will reminisce on its downtown shopping area, the evolution of its shopping malls, its iconic department stores and independent fashion retailers that delivered on personal service and style. Enjoy historic images and anecdotal memories about stores such as Goldman’s, Chapman’s, Kovacs, The Grand, Mr. Roberts and others. Remember your first trips to Southgate, Capital Court and Mayfair. Come ready to share your favorite stories about shopping in Milwaukee both as a child and as a young adult. What have we learned in the era of big chains and now online shopping?
Sept 22 — Galaxies Discovered by James Webb Telescope, Dennis Roscoe
Dr. Roscoe will be discussing the different types of galaxies and the recent discoveries made by the James Webb Space Telescope about newly born galaxies that formed within 500 million years of the Big Bang. Learn how we can determine the age and mass of a newborn galaxy.
Instructors
Sandi Keiser’s first part-time job was with Milwaukee fashion retailer Stuart’s, where she worked for over seven years. After graduation from college, she joined the faculty of Mount Mary University’s Fashion Department, serving as Chairperson of the Department for 25 years.… read more
Dennis Roscoe holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and a PhD in Neurophysiology from the University of Arizona, School of Medicine. He has been a professor of biomedical engineering at Case Western Reserve University and a professor… read more
Ben Merens is an Outreach Specialist with the Department of Ag, Trade and Consumer Protection. Ben joined DATCP after spending most of the pandemic working as a case manager for the Milwaukee Health Department. Ben spent 21 years as a… read more