CEE: Office of Continuing Education and Extension
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- Counselors and Social workers
- Educators
- Non-profit Professionals
- Credit Outreach for Educators
- Nurses and Healthcare Providers
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- Personal Enrichment
- Learning In Retirement Organization
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- Youth Programs
- Fire Science
- Choir Camp
- String Camp
- GOAL Program
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Continuing Education
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Dempsey Hall, Room 345
800 Algoma Blvd.
Oshkosh, WI 54901-8523
920.424.1129 (local)
800.633.1442 (toll free)
920.424.1803 (fax)
conted@uwosh.edu (email)
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 4:30 PM
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For questions or comments please contact conted@uwosh.edu
Bill Mattes winner of the E. Burns Apfeld Volunteer Award 2007 |
John Evans and John Procknow, long time LIR Members |
MISSION STATEMENT
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Learning in Retirement (LIR) is a self directed, non profit organization that provides life long learning opportunities for older adults.
Membership includes individuals in the Fox River Valley in the cities of Oshkosh, Neenah, Menasha, Fondulac, Appleton, and surrounding areas. The organization’s Curriculum Committee develops courses which are conducted at locations within its membership area. In addition tours to theatrical music shows, stage shows, businesses and other points of interest are available. Course topics represent member preferences and presenter expertise and availability.
LIR is non profit organization and self-funded by membership fees and profits from tours. These fees support UW Oshkosh clerical support and other expenses generated by the course offerings. Member volunteers provide other essential services. Office, classroom and storage space is provided by The University.
VISION STATEMENT
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Learning in Retirement will be a model for engaging older adults in life long learning opportunities. We will be admired for
- Diverse course offerings that enhance the knowledge of those attending.
- High utilization of computer technology to facilitate organizational processes
- Partnerships with community organizations and businesses
- Fiduciary responsibility