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. 

Pickleball 101

Cost: $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

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Intermediate Pickleball

Cost: $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

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Clay Jewelry Making

Cost: $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! 

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Acting Performance and Creating Empathy

Cost: $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.

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Youth Clay Experience

Cost: $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

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Renaissance Art Demystified and Uncensored

Cost: $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. 

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AI Art Workshop

Cost: $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.

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