The Academy is a learning community sponsored by the School of Continuing Education. The Academy is open to everyone in the area who is age 50 and over and who has a curiosity and desire to learn.  

Spring/Summer 2013 Program Guide


Spring/Summer Multi-Meeting Courses
...is a series of meetings scheduled for multiple dates, and is designed to investigate a topic in-depth.

Spring/Summer Workshops
...is a single-meeting event lasting one to three hours, which serves as an introduction to a topic of interest.

Spring/Summer Member-Only Social Events
...is reserved for Academy members only (and their guests in the case of Intergenerational Opportunities).

Spring/Summer Lunch & Learn Lectures
...free events scheduled monthly during lunch hours.

Spring/Summer Registration Form


Would you like to share your expertise with people age 50 and older? The Academy accepts proposals for workshops and courses from area experts in history, health, fine arts, etc. If you are interested, please give us a call at 217-581-5114 or complete this form. If you have questions, please feel free to call 217-581-5114.

For examples of current workshops and courses, see our Program Guide link above.


Membership Information

Membership Application (mail or fax)

Membership: $35.00 per calendar year  

A one-year membership for $35 includes these benefits:  

**Free monthly luncheon lectures Social events coordination

**Reduced fees for Doudna Academy events

**Reduced registration fees for Academy workshops, courses and tours

**Complimentary tuition to audit one EIU credit course per semester

**Discounted rates at 5 area fitness centers


The Academy's mission is to grow and serve the educational needs of community members age 50 and over. We welcome your membership and ideas for future programming.


Additional EIU Opportunities For Lifelong Learning


Online Courses and Certification
Conferences / Personal & Professional Development
Midwest Lifelong Learning Conference

 

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