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General Information:
Mission Statement
Learning in Retirement (LIR) is an organization for individuals 50 years of age and above that provides a unique opportunity for cultural growth, lifelong learning, and recreation.
LIR is member-led and university-sponsored. Members are involved in determining curriculum, recruiting new members, managing the budget, and developing social programming.
What is the Purpose of LIR?
LIR provides older adults with the opportunity to take part in college level course work on a non-credit basis (there are no tests and no grades). The curriculum is chosen, designed, and often led by the members, encouraging peer learning and active member participation. LIR's capitalize on the strengths and experiences of older adults, empowering them to continue learning, expand their horizons, and enhance their personal development.
Who Can Join?
Membership is open to men and women who have reached retirement age (50 or older) and are interested in expanding and enhancing their knowledge. No previous formal education is required.
What About The Institute At VSU?
Our institute began in January 1996, and our membership is growing. We have a dedicated group of area seniors who work to provide learning and social opportunities for themselves and others. Classes offered reflect the interests and desires of our membership. It's a place to learn, have fun, and meet new friends.
How Can I Find Out More?
Call (229) 245-6484 to find out what is ahead for our institute or to see how you can become involved. There's a place here for you!!
Membership is open to men and women who have reached retirement age (50 or older) and are interested in expanding and enhancing their knowledge. No previous formal education is required.
There is an easy way to join LIR: Membership for each term is only $45. Additional charges for specific classes and activities may apply, see class descriptions.
Current membership entitles the participant to vote, and:
- Participate in as many LIR classes as you wish. Some courses will have an extra charge to cover instructor fees. (Travel, meals, and tours not included.)
- Attend all meetings, socials and other activities of LIR (some events may have a fee to cover additional expenses).
If you wish to become a member, please fill out the registration form and return it along with your course selections and payment.
Here's how to register:
1. Print and Complete the registration form on pages 15 - 18 of the Fall 2012 catalog or click HERE for the form
A. Mail your registration and payment to:
Learning in Retirement
Continuing Education - Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA 31698-0993
B. Call (229) 245-6484 with your registration (please have your form and payment information ready)
C. Fax us at (229) 333-5397
or
D. Bring your completed registration to our office at:
903 N. Patterson Street
Valdosta, Georgia
(the intersection of Patterson and Gordon Streets -
across from the Crescent)
You may enroll in as many courses as you wish, but please enroll early. Courses will be filled on a first come - first served basis. A course could be canceled if enrollment is not sufficient, so let us hear from you. Once you have registered for a class, you will be sent a receipt that will display the classes that you are enrolled in. Check the receipt to make sure that you have all the courses you have chosen to take for this quarter.
Please place this receipt in your left front windshield to use as a temporary-parking permit when on VSU campus.
If you decide not to attend a class after registering - please call immediately and cancel your place in that class. If you have any questions, please call (229) 245-6484.
Click here for the LIR class schedule
Learning in Retirement Slate of Officers for 2012 - 2013