We welcome all who are interested in the mission and goals of the Lifelong Learning Institute at Virginia Tech. There are no prerequisites, educational or otherwise, for membership— only a desire to join others in intellectual exploration. The people, courses, stimulating discussions, events, and special access to university resources all add up to a fun and rewarding experience.

Membership provides the benefits below:

• Eligibility to register for a wide variety of unique classes at convenient and accessible locations at Virginia Tech and around the NRV community and now online
• A host of free special events, tours, and talks, highlighting the rich cultural history of the New River Valley, the arts, and the latest research and education initiatives happening on campuses in the region
• A community of engaged and engaging peer members

Spring 2022 programming will be both in-person and online.

To keep everyone as safe and healthy as possible, participants are required to be fully vaccinated, including a booster, and masked during indoor in-person courses and activities.

Fees and Registration:

Fall and Spring term membership is $50 per term. [An annual membership option is no longer available.] You must be a member to register for a course and to attend special member events. LLI courses are $35 per course. Fees for field trips and special class experiences vary. Some courses require an additional materials fee or purchase of a textbook or supplies. Additional fees or costs are noted in the course description.

Important Dates for Spring 2022

Registration for Spring 2022 opens February 7 at 10:00 a.m. The Spring flyer mails to homes of past members and interested others in early January.