Lifelong Learning in Charlottesville

University of Virginia

U.Va. School of Continuing and Professional Studies – Personal Enrichment. Evening, personal enrichment noncredit courses offer an accessible and affordable way to experience the University’s learning environment, without tests and grades. Just learning for the sake of learning.
U.Va. Flash Seminars – One time mini-classes that seek to bring together faculty, students, and community members in small, informal settings to explore ideas and issues outside the formal classroom.
U.Va. OpenGrounds – OpenGrounds generates new ideas that will make a difference, connecting people and inspiring action across boundaries within and beyond the University.
U.Va. Library – Community Patrons – Visitors are welcome to Library buildings for research and study during regular operating hours.
Engaging the Mind – U.Va. Community Outreach

U.Va. Foundations

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Virginia (OLLI at UVa ) – brings together people from various backgrounds who share a common interest in learning and intellectual stimulation.
Virginia Foundation for the Humanities – Many interesting activities including the very popular Virginia Festival of the Book
The Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia – a national nonpartisan center to research, reflect, and report on American government.

More C’ville Opportunities

The Center –The Center’s mission is to positively impact our community by creating opportunities for healthy aging through social engagement, physical well-being, civic involvement, creativity, and lifelong learning.
WriterHouse –promotes the creation and appreciation of literature and to encourages the development of writers of all levels
Piedmont Virginia Community College – offers a number of non-credit enrichment courses, some of which may be taken online.
Jefferson Madison Regional Library – grow. learn. connect
Open Doors – A publication by Albemarle County Public Schools Community Education Office
CATEC (Charlottesville-Albemarle Technical Education Center) – Computer training – some online courses

Charlottesville Senior Center Travel Program – a full-service travel agency – Day Trips, Overnights, Cruises, Classes, Volunteer Travel, Travel Buddies, Travel Partners