The JMU 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. Free events are also available and open to the public.
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Spring 2026 Class Catalog
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Welcome to the LLI Spring 2026 semester!
Registration Day is January 28th!
Class registration will open at 9am on our website.
We encourage you to register online at home as that will give you the quickest access to the classes you are most interested in.
However, due to the new registration software - for this semester only - we will be offering additional in-person assistance on registration day!
Come to room 117 in the Ice House with a list of the classes you're interested in and have a payment method ready (credit card, preferred!).
We will walk you through the registration process, get you signed up, and show you how to use the new registration platform so you can feel confident doing it your self in the future!
Staff and volunteers will be available for assistance during the following hours ONLY:
January 28th 9:30-11:30am and 1-3pm in Ice House room 117.
Please plan on waiting in the Ice House lobby until a space is available.
**Please note that registering in person may result in a wait or a delay. Because of this, we strongly encourage you to come to one of our training sessions to learn how to register yourself. While the system is new, it will be a much more familiar shopping experience.
Classes begin February 9, 2026
Free to Attend | Open to the Public
NOONtime Knowledge
Our noon presentation series with topics ranging from community involvement opportunities to luxury travel, home organization and health.
Feel free to submit a proposal for Noontime Knowledge topic.
Member Exclusive Events
Coffee and Company
This member exclusive event is a great opportunity for our members to socialize and make new friends while supporting local business right here in Harrisionburg. Visit the Member Exclusive Events Page for full list of dates!
Wine Down Wednesdays
This member exclusive events is a popular and great opportunity to make new friends amoung LLI. Visit the Member Exclusive Events Page for full list of dates!
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