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!
It's Registration Day
January 28, 2026
Good morning from JMU Lifelong Learning Institute! Registration is open on our website jmu.edu/lli.
If you received an error message while trying to register this morning, please trty again. The issue has been resolved. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Thank you for your understanding and your patience as we navigate this new registration system and the snow/sleet storm together! We look forward to successful Spring 2026 semester!
All the best from the LLI team - Katie, Kim, and Zack
Please find some great resources below to make your online registration as smooth as possible!
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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