An elected council and appointed committees are responsible for policies, the curriculum, membership, administration, and training. These are small discussion seminars limited to fifteen people who participate fully, preparing and involving themselves in discussions covering a variety of subjects determined by the members. They participate for the joy of learning as there are no tests or grades. Qualified fellow members are invited to coordinate the study groups and receive training to assist them in this endeavor. Coffee breaks, lunch-time discussions, and informal interest groups provide many opportunities for social interaction.
SAGE provides a productive outlet for one's creative, intellectual, and social energies.
SAGE operates an auxiliary association, Senior Computers, offering beginning computer classes.