HEALTH SCIENCES
Mission Statement
The Lifelong Learning Lecture Series, hosted by the School of Health Sciences, is dedicated to fostering curiosity, community engagement, and intergenerational exchange through the pursuit of knowledge. Held weekly on Mondays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., this series features enriching presentations by distinguished faculty, administrators, staff, students, and members of our partner retiree organization – PEIR (Personal Enrichment in Retirement). Our mission is to create an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that promotes health, well-being, and intellectual growth for learners of all ages.
Vision Statement
The Lifelong Learning Lecture Series seeks to advance the University’s mission of education, scholarship, and community engagement by serving as a forum for the exchange of ideas across disciplines and generations. We envision an intellectually stimulating environment where members of the University and local communities engage in meaningful dialogue that promotes critical thinking, interdisciplinary inquiry, and a sustained commitment to lifelong intellectual and personal development.
“Our world is changing around us in such a frantic pace that if we do not continue to grow and develop; we will soon be left behind. In the 21st century, we all need to be lifelong learners. We need to continually keep our skills sharp and up to date so that we have an edge in all we do. Of course, we all have a natural desire to learn for adapting to change, enriching, and fulfilling our lives.”
The quote originates from the article titled “Lifelong Learning; Why Do We Need It?” authored by Marjan Laal and Peyman Salamati. This article was published in the journal Procedia – Social and Behavioral Sciences in 2012. The article emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning in the context of rapid societal and technological changes, highlighting the necessity for individuals to continuously update their skills and knowledge to remain relevant and fulfilled in the 21st century.
About our Partner PEIR
PEIR, which stands for Personal Enrichment in Retirement, is a long-standing, nonprofit, membership organization that seeks to fulfill the intellectual and social needs of older adults. To learn more, please visit their website:
Selected Readings On The Value of Lifelong Learning
- Continuous Learning: What It Is, Why It’s Important, and How to Support It
- Creating a Passion for Lifelong Learning
- People taking adult education classes run lower risk of dementia
Mischa Dijkstra, Frontiers, 8/23/23 - The Power of Lifelong Learning: How Curiosity Forges Mastery
Ryan McGrath, Forbes, 4/21/23 - Lifelong Learning Is Good for Your Health, Your Wallet, and Your Social Life
John Coleman, Harvard Business Review, 2/7/17 - Thrive Through Lifelong Learning
Selected Resources
Current Calendar
Past Calendars of LLL Presentations
Selection of Upcoming LLL Presentations (Sneak Peek)
Monday 4/20 10-11:30AM
- The Future of Medicine: AI’s Impact on Patient Engagement
- Presenter: Shawn Thelen, PhD, The Robert E. Brockway Distinguished Professor in Marketing & International Business, Frank G. Zarb School of Business, Hofstra University, Returned Peace Corps Volunteer
Monday 4/20 12:45-2:15PM
- Prescription: Storytelling — Transforming Care Through Patient Narratives
- Presenters: Genie Nicole Giaimo, Associate Professor, Writing Studies & Rhetoric; Director, Writing Center, Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; and Eric Last, Attending Physician, Assistant Professor, Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Monday 5/11 10-11:30AM
- Mind Over Bladder: A Step-by-Step Guide to help Achieve Continence
- Presenter: Jill Rabin, MD, Vice Chair, Education and Development, Obstetrics and Gynecology and Co-Chief, Ambulatory Care, Women’s Health Programs-PCAP Services, Northwell Health, Head, Urogynecology, Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Zucker School of Medicine and Feinstein Institute for Medical Research
Monday 6/1 12:45-2:15PM
- Scouting in the 21st Century: Opportunities and Challenges
- Presenters: Sharon Phillips, PhD, Associate Professor of Community Health; Stephen Lindo, DPS, Assistant Professor of Health Informatics; Lauren Arnone, OTD, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy; and Elisabeth Ploran, PhD, Professor of Psychology, Hofstra University
Frequently Asked Questions
The Lifelong Learning Lecture Series is held on Mondays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Room 122 Oak Street Center.
Yes, the lectures are broadcasted on Zoom. Links can be found on monthly calendars.
Approximately 25 people attend in-person sessions, another 5-10 people typically participate via Zoom.
Any member of the community (from Hofstra or surrounding communities) is welcome to attend our Lifelong Learning Lecture Series.
If you are interested in joining our community partner PEIR, please email Jacki Schwartz at jackisings@gmail.com.
Please email Hofstra’s School of Health Sciences at SOHS@hofstra.edu.
For More Information
General questions about the School of Health Sciences’ Lifelong Learning Lecture Series, please email
For information on membership in PEIR, our community partner, please email
Jacki Schwartz at