Date: Thu, 2 May 1996 04:03:53 -0700
Subject: Marxist Institute (Toronto) Summer Lectures/Courses


The following lists the Marxist Institute's 1996 
Summer Series of Lectures and Courses:
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LECTURES
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1.
The Cold War Forever? Hollywood Thrillers and American Fears

A talk given by Scott Forsythe of the Departments of Political
Science and Film & Video, York University

Monday, May 13, 7:30pm


2.
Humanity vs Greed: Securing the Future of Communities in a 
Global Economy

A talk given by Josephine Grey, Canada's official observer for 
Domestic Issues to the World Summit on Social Development; and 
founder of Low Income Families Together (LIFT)

Thursday, May 23, 7:30pm


3.
The OPSEU Strike

A talk given by David Rapaport, Executive Board Member of
the Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Thursday, May 30, 7:30pm


4.
Economic Restructuring Through a Gendered Lens

A talk given by Isabella Bakker of the Department of 
Political Science, York University, and author of _Rethinking, 
Restructuring: Genderand Change in Canada_ 
(University of Toronto Press, 1996)

Monday, June 3, 7:30pm


*All Lectures*
will be held in Rm 120 of the Gailbraith Engineering Building,
at 35 St. George Street (just North of College Street), Toronto

There will be a $3 donation for Lectures or Pay What You Can
Call: 416-537-8678 or email: blunose-AT-interserv.com
for more information.


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COURSES
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1.
The Politics of Mental Health: Implications for Progressive
Theory and Practice

Current controversy regarding the characterization and "treatment"
of mental illness reflects ongoing debate over the nature of 
scientific truth, "reasonableness" of rationality and the validity 
of subjective experience. Mental health issues may be examined 
>from historical, sociological, ideological and psychological
points of view. Depending on interest of participants we can 
discuss the implications of the following for progressive 
theory and practice: bio-social and psychoanalytical models 
and treatment practices, anti-psychiatry/myth of mental illness 
perspectives;advocacy and consumer/survivor movements; and 
community-based and peer support alternatives.

Course given by Lisa Volkov
Wednesdays beginning May 15


2.
Socialist Politics in the 21st Century

This course will begin by discussing what's left of socialism, 
and then examine these questions: whether the working class is 
still a force for social change, and how Marxism is relevant 
for feminist and environmental politics.

Course given by David Camfield
Thursdays beginning May 16


*Classes begin at 7:30pm and courses usually run 6 weeks.*
Fee is $20 payable at the 2nd meeting, $10 for students,
unemployed and retired. We regret that we cannot provide child care,
but we will waive the fee for those whose attendance requires it.

*All classes take place at the International Student Centre,*
33 St.George Street (just north of College Street), Toronto

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***The Marxist Institute is a collective united around the practice 
of Marxist educational work. We are independent of any political 
organization and seek to promote a non-sectarian atmosphere for 
discussion and debate.***

THE MARXIST INSTITUTE
Box 428, Station P
Toronto, Ontario  M5S 2S9

For more information contact:
Gay Harley
416-537-8678
blunose-AT-interserv.com


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