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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)
- Date/Time: Monday, December 8, 10-11:30 a.m. (Hofstra)
Title: Cultural Arts: “The little fugitive: a Coney Island Retrospective”
Presenter: Roberta & Bob Silver
Leader: Micky Friedman
- Date/Time: Monday, December 8, 12:45 – 2:15 p.m. (Hofstra)
Title: A Discussion About Deliberation in Democracy, Considered Through The Case of Police Reform in Nassau County in 2020-21.
Presenter: Dr. Phil Dalton, Associate Professor of Writing Studies & Composition and dir. Of the Center of Civic Engagement, Hofstra University
- Date/Time: Monday, December 15, 10-11:30 a.m. (Hofstra)
Title: Enhancing Independence with Technology: How Smart Phone Apps Support People with Low Vision
Presenter: Dr. Yu-Pin Hsu, EdD, Asst. Professor & Program Director, Occupational Therapy Program, Hofstra University
- Date/Time: Monday, December 22, 10-11:30 a.m. (Hofstra)
Title: Giuseppe Verdi: The man and his music
Presenter: Jacki Schwartz
- Date/Time: Monday, December 22, 12:45 - 2:15 p.m. (Hofstra)
Title: Decline of Education in the US Today
Presenter: Sid Krimsky
DECEMBER 25-JANUARY 1
NO CLASSES FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK
HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO EVERYONE!!
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where are the meetings held?
The Lifelong Learning Lecture Series is held on Mondays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Room 122 Oak Street Center. - Are there remote options?
Yes, the lectures are broadcasted on Zoom. Links can be found on monthly calendars. - How many people attend?
Approximately 25 people attend in-person sessions, another 5-10 people typically participate via Zoom. - How do I join?
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. - If I have general questions about the Lifelong Learning Lecture Series, who can I contact?
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 SOHS@hofstra.edu.
- For information on membership in PEIR, our community partner, please email Jacki Schwartz at jackisings@gmail.com.