This semester, even retirees are hitting the books.
Most courses last three to six weeks.
The diverse offerings cover art, music, drama, current affairs, religion, ethics, science, health, and contemporary living. Taught mostly by current or retired U.Va. faculty, the classes are held during the day at several locations, from U.Va.'s Miller Center to The Senior Center. Although formed in association with U.Va., the institute is a separate, non-profit organization. Its board of directors and program managers are volunteers. A bill calling for an additional member on the University's Board of Visitors to represent the Charlottesville area was killed by a House committee following some stiff resistance from current Board members.