Institute for Learning in Retirement, Inc. (ILIR)

The Institute for Learning in Retirement, Inc. is an organization of retired, semi-retired and newly retired individuals interested in learning and cultural enrichment. Their mission is to enhance participants’ lives through active participation in study groups that encourage peer learning and social interaction. Groups are led by volunteer facilitators on a variety of topics, from "Issues and Ideas" to "Arts, Literature, and More". Students from the Comparative Studies Ph.D. program frequently volunteer to present for the ILIR. Their presentations have included: