MSU Lifelong Learning Institute
The desire to learn never stops! The MSU Lifelong Learning Institute offers workshops for all ages, fostering a love of learning. The program provides opportunities to develop new skills, engage in creative activities, and meet like-minded learners.
Fall 2024 Classes
Pickleball 101 (FULL)
October 14-28 • 10 am-12 pm • Wellness CenterCost: $50 • Age: 18+ • Limit: 10
Instructor: Kevin Yale
Experience for yourself why Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the United States.
Class Dates: Oct. 14, 16, 21, 23, and 28
Intermediate Pickleball
October 30- November 18 • 10 am-12 pm • Wellness CenterCost: $50 • Age: 18+ • Limit: 10
Instructor: Kevin Yale
This workshop is designed for players who've learned the basics of pickleball and are ready to improve their game even more.
Class Dates: Oct. 30, Nov. 4, 6, 13, and 18
Clay Jewelry Making
October 22 • 6-8 pmCost: $25 • Age: 15+ • Limit: 20 • Instructor: Maleeha Latif
Come and learn the art of clay jewelry making. Make a pair of earrings that you can wear with pride at your next event. Explore a new hobby and unleash your creativity!
Acting Performance and Creating Empathy
October 22 & 29 • 5-7 pm • Aleshire TheaterCost: $15 • Age: 13+ • Instructor: Sarah Honerman
Students will learn how to find and analyze theatrical monologues, focusing on emotional expression and empathy. The class explores various methods of conveying emotion and understanding text. Students may bring monologues they're working on, though it's not required, as options will be provided for those without one.
Youth Clay Experience
November 4, 11 and 18 • 6:30-7:30 pmCost: $40 • Limit: 12 • Instructors: Michele Borkhuis, AJ Gorthy, Linda Olson, and Blaire Engel
Students will learn hand and wheel methods to shape clay into functional or decorative pottery. They will create a piece to take home, with all materials provided. All skill levels are welcome; dress for mess!
Class Dates: Nov. 4 & 11 • Art Pickup Party: Nov 18
Renaissance Art Demystified and Uncensored
November 14 • 6:30-8:30 pm • Hartnett 106Cost: $10 • Age: 15+ • Limit: 80 • Instructor: Amanda Watts
Join MSU's art history professor, Dr. Amanda Watts, for an evening of Italian High Renaissance art. You will not only develop skills of how to use key art critique terms but also hear some of the more salacious and wild stories to help the art, artists, and Italian cultural landscape of the Renaissance come alive.
AI Art Workshop
November 16 • 10 am-11:30 amCost: $20 • Age: 13+ • Limit: 20
Instructors: Greg Vettel & Bill Harbort
Join a one-day Artificial Intelligence art workshop to explore generative art using MidJourney, Adobe Photoshop, and other free AI tools. This session offers hands-on demonstrations, discussions, and a chance to collaborate, whether you're a beginner or experienced artist.