IRPE is called a Lifelong Learning Institute. What is a Lifelong Learning Institute?
The Exploritas program (formerly Elderhostel) has the following description: “Imagine a school without grades or tests, a place where the only prerequisites are an active mind and a desire to learn in a congenial atmosphere. Fill the classrooms with dedicated students of retirement age. They are a community of learners who design their own college-level curriculum according to their own needs and interests, people whose common bonds are intellectual curiosity and the experience of their generation. They share opinions, knowledge, and expertise with humor, creativity and mutual respect. When classes are over, the lively discussions don’t end. The talk spills out to the hallways, the cafeteria, or the student lounge. Younger students passing through are impressed by the vitality of this enthusiastic bunch. Learning is obviously lots of fun. Pursue learning through your local LLI.” IRPE is your local LLI. Do I have to be retired to be a member? No, you need not be retired. Although the pr
