Waukesha County Technical College has formed a Learning in Retirement organization . The program, offered in cooperation with the Elderhostel Institute Network, is dedicated to meeting the educational needs and interests of its members through their own talents.
Older adults organize and plan college level academic classes designed to meet member needs.
Courses usually meet once a week for 4 to 6 weeks and are led by an institute member. Short-term courses, normally six weeks in length, often led by members, cover a wide range of topics including art, music, issues of aging, religion, computers, and local history. Day-long chartered bus trips to museums, art exhibits, theater performances and specialized shopping areas. Distinguished speakers on a variety of topics. The opportunity to meet new people and make new friends in classes while serving on committees and at special social events during the year.