Lifelong Learning Program
http://www.pcwomensjournal.com/articles/7578/1/Lifelong-Learning-Program-/Page1.html
Barbara Bullington
Barbara Bullington is the author of several books, including "Then Along Came Barney," and is a visiting instructor in the School of Communication at ECU. By Barbara Bullington
Published on 12/10/2011
Examples of class topics include health issues, North Carolina history, world affairs, music, writing, photography, art, travel, cultural issues, environment, great literature, book discussions, and gardening. The cost per course varies from free to around $40, thus those giving a gift certificate can also encourage the recipient to sign up for one or more of the free courses.
Gift certificates for continuing education classes are available through East Carolina University’s Office of Continuing Studies Lifelong Learning Program, the mission of which is, “To inspire, engage and serve the lifelong interests of individuals 50 and older in eastern North Carolina.”
This outreach initiative strives to provide participants with a chance to continue learning in a relaxed atmosphere, without entrance requirements, exams or grades.
Examples of class topics include health issues, North Carolina history, world affairs, music, writing, photography, art, travel, cultural issues, environment, great literature, book discussions, and gardening. The cost per course varies from free to around $40, thus those giving a gift certificate can also encourage the recipient to sign up for one or more of the free courses.
Location depends on the course. For example, a belly dancing course may take place at a dance studio in Greenville, while a writing course might be held at Cypress Glen Retirement Community. Some courses are one session while others involve six or more class meetings.
While not required in order to take courses, becoming a member of the program includes a number of benefits such as reduced course rates, access to Joyner Library, and invitations to various events and activities. The Lifelong Learning Program has an annual membership fee of $35 with some individual classes or outings costing a small extra fee related to additional expenses, such as transportation. Examples of previous events include a Movie and Dinner as well as a Chicken Pickin,’ held in October 2011 (Along with the chicken meal, those who attended were treated to a piano concert by Dr. Charles Stevens and songs by the Brotherhood of Harmony group).
A complete listing with descriptions of course offerings is available in an online catalog at www.ecu.edu/llp. For hard copies of the catalog, or additional information, please call 328-9198 or email llp@ecu.edu.
The Office of Continuing Studies is located at the Self Help Center, Suite 301 in Greenville, N.C.
Examples of class topics include health issues, North Carolina history, world affairs, music, writing, photography, art, travel, cultural issues, environment, great literature, book discussions, and gardening. The cost per course varies from free to around $40, thus those giving a gift certificate can also encourage the recipient to sign up for one or more of the free courses.
Gift certificates for continuing education classes are available through East Carolina University’s Office of Continuing Studies Lifelong Learning Program, the mission of which is, “To inspire, engage and serve the lifelong interests of individuals 50 and older in eastern North Carolina.”
This outreach initiative strives to provide participants with a chance to continue learning in a relaxed atmosphere, without entrance requirements, exams or grades.
Examples of class topics include health issues, North Carolina history, world affairs, music, writing, photography, art, travel, cultural issues, environment, great literature, book discussions, and gardening. The cost per course varies from free to around $40, thus those giving a gift certificate can also encourage the recipient to sign up for one or more of the free courses.
Location depends on the course. For example, a belly dancing course may take place at a dance studio in Greenville, while a writing course might be held at Cypress Glen Retirement Community. Some courses are one session while others involve six or more class meetings.
While not required in order to take courses, becoming a member of the program includes a number of benefits such as reduced course rates, access to Joyner Library, and invitations to various events and activities. The Lifelong Learning Program has an annual membership fee of $35 with some individual classes or outings costing a small extra fee related to additional expenses, such as transportation. Examples of previous events include a Movie and Dinner as well as a Chicken Pickin,’ held in October 2011 (Along with the chicken meal, those who attended were treated to a piano concert by Dr. Charles Stevens and songs by the Brotherhood of Harmony group).
A complete listing with descriptions of course offerings is available in an online catalog at www.ecu.edu/llp. For hard copies of the catalog, or additional information, please call 328-9198 or email llp@ecu.edu.
The Office of Continuing Studies is located at the Self Help Center, Suite 301 in Greenville, N.C.
