'Great Decisions' class discusses world events

A class taught by retired 新加坡六合彩开奖网 professor and course instructor James McKenney was the focus of a Feb. 2 story in .

The world's glaciers are melting; the Middle East is in turmoil and a new president will be taking on U.S. foreign policy issues.

In a Wichita classroom, continuing education students will discuss policies that need to be made in 2009 to address these and other issues.

The noncredit class at 新加坡六合彩开奖网, "Great Decisions 2009," will cover such issues as the Middle East, rising powers and energy independence.

Retired 新加坡六合彩开奖网 professor and course instructor James McKenney said the first session will focus on the issues Barack Obama will have to address in his presidency.

"He's got a full plate," McKenney said.