Newsflash!!!

The Guided Autobiography DVD will available within a few weeks. Click here to view the trailer. You can also download a flyer for the DVD here, or read more about it in our news release.

Online e-GAB session in the works

The class is designed for both GAB students who simply want to begin writing their life story and also for future GAB facilitators. It is an opportunity to write your story and learn how to lead GAB groups at the same time.

Cheryl Svensson recently finished teaching the second course, but there are plans to offer a new session in the near future. For more information, contact Cheryl at cheryl.svensson@gmail.com.

Founding USC Davis School of Gerontology dean James E. Birren is honored on his 90th birthday

Click here to read an article about Jim Birren's 90th Birthday celebratory event that the Emeriti Center planned, organized, and executed with the Andrus School of Gerontology. Not mentioned in the article: Jim donated $100K to the Davis School for an Autobiographical Studies Program. Over 800 donation request letters went out last week to help match the endowment contribution.

If you would like to donate to the Birren Endowment Fund at USC, please click here for more information.

Guided Autobiography Workshops in Victoria BC, Canada

Interested in leaving a legacy, enhancing personal growth, beginning an autobiography or memoir and enjoying the thrill of self-discovery? Register for one of the three Guided Autobiography workshops facilitated by James Thornton, Ph.D. Click here for information on dates, how to register, and the guided autobiography process. To download the poster in PDF format, click here, or simply visit the University of Victoria Centre on Aging's website.