The James Madison University Lifelong Learning Institute is dedicated to enriching the intellectual and social lives of adult learners by offering stimulating non-credit educational opportunities.

Courses are taught by outstanding university faculty and guest lecturers. Classes are designed to broaden students’ understanding of diverse cultural, societal, scientific, and global issues.

The Institute is a membership-based organization that also provides opportunities for members in social interaction, volunteer engagement, leadership, and travel.

"JMU gives me the opportunity to learn about disciplines and subjects that fascinate me."

Jacqueline B. Walker, LLI Member

Contact Us

Office Hours: 
Monday - Friday
8:30AM - 4:30PM

Contact Us:
Email:
 LLI@jmu.edu
Phone: 540.568.2923

Our Team
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Barbara Hetzel

Director, Lifelong Learning Institute

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Justin Whetzel

Program Coordinator, Lifelong Learning Institute

2023-2024 LLI Advisory Board

President: Archie Turner

Past President: Hartley Gaston

President Elect: Jackie Gerrard

Secretary: Anna Rose Geary

Curriculum: Pamela Beverage

Faculty Support: Susan Facknitz

Hospitality: Steve Eiserman

Lectures & EdVentures: Kathy Clancey

Membership & Publicity: Eric Rynar

Nominations: Hartley Gaston

Members-at-Large: Mary Alice Robertson, Beverly MacLeod, Kris Stern

Historian: Joe Laughland

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