Discover Lifelong Learning Offerings with the IRSC Fielden Institute at Upcoming Virtual Open Houses

September 23, 2020 Robert Lane

The Fielden Institute for Lifelong Learning at Indian River State College (IRSC) is now accepting registration for its 2020-2021 season offerings and invites all those age 50 and better to attend one of two virtual open houses and learn about the new season on Wednesday, October 7 at 10 a.m. or Tuesday, October 13 at 10 a.m. Both sessions are free and require advanced registration.

The Fielden Institute for Lifelong Learning at Indian River State College (IRSC) is now accepting registration for its 2020-2021 season offerings

Offerings this season include discussion groups and classes on topics such as computers, photography, writing, history, meditation, and finances along and more. In addition to sharing about upcoming new offerings, the virtual open houses provide an opportunity to meet other members and peer leaders.

With member’s health and safety in mind, fall classes will be primarily conducted in a virtual format using the Zoom platform. Using Zoom participants can experience the benefits of lifelong learning from the safety of their home while remaining connected with a vibrant community of adult learners through the Fielden Institute. For spring, about 60% of Fielden programs will be offered as in-person classes—with the remainder offered in a virtual format via Zoom. Spring registration opens on November 1.

The Fielden Institute for Lifelong Learning is a program of the IRSC Foundation designed to serve men and women age 50 and better who are interested in returning to the college classroom to learn—simply for the joy of learning. The program also hosts the popular Fielden Institute Distinguished Lecture Series on Current Events. The Lecture Series has announced its 2020-21 season lineup with lectures starting December 10.

To RSVP for one of the upcoming open houses or more information about The Fielden Institute for Lifelong Learning at IRSC call 772-462-7880 or visit www.irscfoundation.org.

About the Fielden Institute for Lifelong Learning
The Fielden Institute for Lifelong Learning presents peer-driven programs enhancing the knowledge and social experiences of its members, and increasing community awareness and appreciation of IRSC. Volunteers lead a wide variety of member-requested offerings on topics including computer, history, current events, music, wellness, literature and art for men and women age 50 and better. Programs are non-credit and do not apply to an IRSC degree program. The Institute is a program of the IRSC Foundation and is designed to serve men and women age 50 and better who are interested in returning to the college classroom to learn, simply for the joy of learning.