Join Learning Retirement Association : LIRA : UMass Lowell

Why Join LIRA?

Meet other active adult learners.

Pursue those areas of interest you never had time for earlier.

Engage in stimulating discussion.

Discover new ideas, subjects, books and people.

Share your knowledge and expertise and discover the excitement of teaching as well as learning.

Help to design new courses and topics to explore.

How Can I Join?

There are no formal requirements for membership. While LIRA is designed as a college-level program for the retired and semi-retired, there are neither education nor age requirements. Annual dues are $125 for an individual and $200 per couple. Download an application form (doc) and e-mail it to Marjorie Short.

For further information, please contact:
Toby Hodes
Jeri Durant

Location

Most LIRA programs are held at the Wannalancit building on the UMass Lowell East Campus. The Wannalancit building is located on Suffolk Street near the Tsongas Arena. Parking is available in the garage located next to the Spinners' ballpark, LeLacheur Park, on Pawtucket Street, after obtaining a parking permit. For more information, go to Campus Directions.