Institute for Continued Learning - El Camino de Santiago: Origins, Culture and Reflections 9-29-26

"Robert Chandler will discuss the history of El Camino de Santiago and the pilgrimages leading to the shrine of apostle Saint James in the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela in Galicia in northwestern Spain. His talk will include maps, photographs, anecdotes and reflections from his time as a pilgrim on the 210 mile journey to Santiago. Robert Chandler, PhD, PE is a graduate of the University of Washington. He holds a masters degree in Engineering and a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering. Robert served 10 years as a nuclear submarine officer and served an additional 20 years in the Navy Reserves, retiring as a Navy Captain. Most recently, he served as Assistant Public Works Director for Salem, OR (retired). Robert resides in Salem with his wife Andrea."