Lifelong Learning

Lifelong Learning

Monthly Lifelong Learning meetings, which feature outstanding speakers, are held for members on the third Friday of each month from September - May and are held in the Franciscan Center on the Lourdes College campus at 10 a.m.

Lifelong Learning

Membership in the Lifelong Learning program at Lourdes College is open to all interested men and women. The only requirement for participation in this exciting educational journey is an interest in ongoing learning. Participants enjoy classes in a wide variety of academic subjects, as well as field trips known as Roadrunners to places of educational interest. Monthly meetings, which feature outstanding speakers, are held for members; these meetings are on the third Friday of each month from September through May and are held in the Franciscan Center on the Lourdes College campus at 10 a.m.

A typical class meets for two hours once weekly for four to six weeks; however, dates and times may vary.  All classes are offered for the sheer joy of learning with no tests, exams, or grades. Many are taught by Lourdes College instructors or Lifelong Learning members who have a particular area of expertise.

Membership is $30 per single and $45 per couple. Beginning in October, there will be a $10 per person monthly charge for those who wish to attend regular meetings without becoming a member of Lourdes College Lifelong Learning.  A major perk of membership is reduced rates on all classes. For more information, contact Gloria Burke, Coordinator, 419-824-3707 or Debby Jovanovic, Assistant Coordinator, 419-824-3716.

Monthly Meetings

  • Friday, September 17
    Opening meeting and welcome
    “Using DNA to Help Solve Cold Cases”
    Speakers: Julia Bates, Lucas County Prosecutor, and
    Dean Mandros, Chief of the Criminal Division of the Lucas County Prosecutor’s Office
    10 a.m.
    Franciscan Center
    Open to the public
    Information: 419-824-3707 or 419-824-3716
  • Friday, October 15
    “Why Wars Never Seem to End: Lessons I Learned as the Child of Survivors"
    Sr. Marya Czech, Lourdes College Assistant Professor
    10 a.m
    Franciscan Center
    Followed by Hot Topics discussion led by Christine Myers, Ph. D. at 12 noon. Topic: Elections Fall 2010.
    Cost: $10 (Includes lunch and program). Members Only / Register by October 8.
  • Monday, November 8
    Fall Seminar
    “The Financial Meltdown & Government Intervention”
    Franciscan Center Board Room
    Speaker: Dean C. Ludwig, Ph. D.
    Professor & Chair Lourdes Department of Business & Leadership Studies
    In September 2008, major financial institutions in the U. S. began a freefall that nearly ended in a complete meltdown. What really happened? What role did the government play in avoiding the meltdown? Should the government now be imposing much stricter regulations? What lessons can be taken from history?
    Cost: $20 (Includes seminar and lunch.  Register by November 1.)
  • Friday, November 19
    Topic: “Honor Flight Northwest Ohio"
    Speaker: Jim Tichy, Retired sports director for NBC 24.
    10 a.m
    Franciscan Center
  • Friday, December 17
    Christmas Program
    10 a.m
    Evergreen Room in Rosary Care Center on the Lourdes campus
    Speaker: Gerry Bazer, Ph.D., Retired Dean of Arts and Sciences Owens Community College
    “Humorous American Presidents”
    Christmas lunch buffet will be served following the meeting.
    Cost: $15 per person (Reservations required by Dec. 10 for lunch only)

Roadrunners & Special Events