ALL1531-C First 6 Weeks Thursday 1:30-2:50 Start Date 17-Sep
Grossman 115 Limit 25
In 1939, the British Ministry of Information developed the “Keep Calm and Carry On” poster as a specific response to the expected rapid breakdown of society. Rooted in British stoicism, the poster advocated a sense of sober restraint and the control of one’s reactions when things feel chaotic. In 2026, society is, once again, experiencing rapid unexpected change with technology and the chaos of global reframing. This course explores how individuals and society cope—from screen time and gaming to exercise, meditation, positive psychology and a variety of approaches to self-management and self-awareness. Topics will be shaped by class interest, covering the general themes of consciousness, artificial intelligence, health and wellness, individual and group dynamics, and personal values. Active class participation will contribute to thoughtful discussions. A list of resources will be provided for further exploration.
Coordinator: Marianne Triplette 
Marianne was born in New York City and raised in Washington, D.C. She completed her B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. at the University of Maryland, majoring in Sociology and Organizational Development. She completed postgraduate work in Psychology and studied Leadership Development at the Kennedy School, Harvard University. Marianne’s career has been divided between university teaching, consulting with senior level management, political consulting and advocacy with an emphasis on equity. For decades, she has divided her time between North Carolina, Washington, D.C., Martha’s Vineyard and Cape Cod.