Fog and Climate Change
December 23, 2025
Along the California coast, fog forms when warm, moist air from the ocean moves over the cold sea surface close to shore. Dr. Daniel M.
Upcoming Events
GENT 414 and 14: Between the Wars (1918-1945)
March 19, 2026
[The course is a look at the period between, leading up to, and including World War II. It examines such topics as Communism and Stalinism
How Music Affects Your Brain, April 28
March 30, 2026
Spark your brain 🧠 💥Stimulate those endorphins🧪 🎶Make a joyful noise🎼 Join Dr Chris Hasegawa as you explore how music affects your
Wednesday Lecture
Wednesday March 15, 2023 -1:30 pm – A Titan Of Monterey History – Mr. Pat Hathaway
Gentrain Class Meeting
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 8:45-9:40 Early Islamic visual culture — Gamble 9:55-10:50 The Rise of Islam, Tom
Note from the President
Nancy Johnson, President
As the Spring semester draws to a close, Note from the President will take a break. I’ll be back later when our future plans are solidified. Meanwhile, please continue to share your ideas for Gentrain activities with president@gentrain.org.
Have a great summer!
Who We Are
The Society was formed in 1983 to help financially support the Gentrain Program at Monterey Peninsula College. The dues of $35 per person and $50 per couple, are paid annually and assist the Society to provide programs which include: a special lecture given on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month (free of charge), field trips and special events, and a scholarship fund. The Gentrain Society lends its support to the Gentrain Courses given in four-week, two-hour units on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:45 to 10:50 AM
What We Do
The Gentrain Society is a non-profit organization established as volunteer auxiliary of Monterey Peninsula College. It
- Supports the Gentrain Courses offered by MPC
- Publishes a bi-monthly newsletter, The Conductor
- Sponsors a Wednesday Lecture Series
- Organizes Travel/Study trips and Special Events
- Grants Scholarships to adult re-entry students at MPC
- Sponsors a Great Books Discussion Group
- Supports a series of Continuing Ed Courses through MPC
Join the Society
Enjoy all the benefits of membership in the Gentrain Society. Join Today!
- Six issues of our newsletter, The Conductor
- Opportunities for travel, social events, and daytrips
- Free parking at MPC for Wednesday Lectures
- Voting rights for Gentrain Officers
- Opportunities to serve on the Gentrain Board and Committees
- Satisfaction of knowing that you are helping the Gentrain Society promote its Goals
Travel & Study
Special Events
Sample some local and regional cultural events or spend a few hours socializing with other Gentrainers. We make all the arrangements; you enjoy.
Courses
What has made western civilization what it is today? What critical ideas shaped our world? Let our Gentrain faculty lead you on a journey of discovery.
Library
Did you ever want to read a book you have heard about, but never tracked down a copy? Or explore a topic in depth, but did not know where to start? Books, CDs, and other resources, all selected by our faculty to augment class discussions, are at your fingertips in the Gentrain Library.
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