It is the mission of the Life Long Learning Society of Christopher Newport University to provide learning opportunities in an environment of sharing and fellowship for those of retirement age. The Programs includes lectures, courses, study groups, fieldtrips and social events suitable to persons of diverse backgrounds who come together to share a common interest in learning. It is also the mission of the society to share its offerings with the community by participating in joint efforts with Christopher Newport University and other education and research institutions, retirement groups, industry and museums. The LifeLong Learning Society is a membership organization with more than 500 members.
Intellectual curiosity is the only admission requirement.
There are no requirements as to previous educational experience. There are no exams or grades in the courses, although some courses include assigned readings and the possible purchase of a text.