Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is LIR?2. What can I learn?
3. Who can join?
4. How do I join?
5. What are the guidelines for registration?
6. Who's in charge?
7. Where can I get more information?
1. What is LIR? 
Learning in Retirement (LIR) is a program for people who
want to keep learning about the past and present, about their world, and
about themselves and each other. There are classrooms and instructors, and
a lot of interaction but there are no tests, no grades and no credits.
2. What can I learn?
LIR offerings are determined by the interests and expertise of its members. "Peer learning" is the operating concept: members may serve as course coordinators and instructors as well as students sharing knowledge from their experiences in the workplace, from lifelong pursuit of a hobby or avocation or from the study of a favorite subject. Courses are also frequently enriched by guest lectures. Over 500 area residents are currently enrolled in LIR. Typically, in an academic year, they can choose from a variety of course offerings such as:
| The Arts | Calligraphy | Games |
| Continuing Issues | Elderhostel | Literature |
| Ethical Issues | Religion | Wellness |
| Financial Planning | Nature Studies | Writing |
| Language | History | Sciences |
| Books | Bridge | Travel |
| Painting | Death and Dying |
Occasionally, field trips are part of the curriculum. The curriculum is planned with you in mind.
3. Who can join?
LIR is for semi-retired and retired men and women. Courses usually meet once a week during the day. A course may run anywhere from four to twelve weeks depending on the subject, the enthusiasm of the group (and the stamina of the instructor!). Or, in some courses, it may just go on and on because class members don’t want to stop meeting. The annual membership fee entitles you to sign up each semester for as many courses as you wish and also provides a parking permit.
4. How do I join?
Retirees can become LIR members for $75 per member per year which entitles you to take courses for Fall and Spring semesters.
As a member you will receive a course catalog from LIR, listing dates, times and description of course offerings. You will also receive a newsletter published by LIR members. You will be invited to participate in special events during the year which may include social gatherings.
5. What are the guidelines for registration?
Registration for courses denotes a sincere intention to attend and participate. Please register for only the classes you plan to attend regularly. If you register and find you cannot attend the course, please notify the LIR office. It is not necessary to notify the office if you cannot attend a single class.
It would be helpful to the office if you would register 10 days before the first class meeting to allow time to process the registration, send a confirmation and prepare an accurate class roster for the course coordinator. The office is unable to accept telephone registration for classes. Please follow this procedure whenever you sign up for a course.
When Green Bay Public School classes are canceled due to inclement weather, LIR classes will also be canceled. Cancellations will be posted on local TV stations.
6. Who's in charge?
LIR is owned and operated by its members with support from the UW-Green Bay Division of Outreach and Adult Access. The Steering Committee is the governing body which sets policies; the Curriculum Committee solicits suggestions for courses and coordinators and sets up each semester’s schedule; the Finance Committee oversees the budget; the Promotions Committee publicizes LIR newsletter and promotes LIR in our community for members and guests; and the Social Committee organizes social activities for members.
7. Where can I get more information?
For more information, contact:
LIR Office
Wood Hall Room 114
Phone: 920-465-2356
Fax: 920-465-2552
E-Mail: lir@uwgb.edu