Learning Never Retires

Learning in Retirement was created for and is directed by retired and semi-retired Northwoods residents. The program offers short-term learning experiences in a relaxed, informal, and friendly environment. This is learning for the sheer pleasure of it. There are no grades, no tests, and no required attendance.

Membership is open to anyone age 50 and older. Current members come from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, but all share a common belief – that learning is lifelong.

Become an LIR member!

Register online using the link below. The annual membership is valid July 1, 2025-June 30, 2026. Online registration is preferred, but if you are unable to register online, please complete and mail in the registration form (PDF).

Register Online to Become a Member

View upcoming classes!

A range of classes are offered year round for members. Use the button below to view a PDF of upcoming classes.

View Upcoming LIR Classes (PDF)
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Officers/Committee Chairs Term Status 

July 2026 

Past President: Brenda Peltier - 2026 to 2027 
President: Sue Richie - 2026 to 2027 
President Elect: Sue Stodola - 2026 to 2029 
Secretary: Diane Tatrow - 2025 to 2027 

Curriculum Committee Chairs: 
Marilyn Pekol and Bobbie Keso-Mode - 2025 to 2027 

Social Committee Chair: LaNora Kleerup - 2025 to 2027 

Entertainment Committee Chair: Judy Burscheid - 2026 to 2028 

Members at Large: 
Jean Spencer 2025 to 2027 
Jay Joppa 2026 to 2028 

Pictured left to right Sue Stodola (President Elect 2027-28), Sue Richie (Current President 2026-27), Brenda Peltier (Past President 2025-26), Mary Dean (Past President 2024-25), Margaret Barnes (Past President 2023-24)

Make a Difference!

Please consider a donation to the Nicolet College Foundation or the existing Ced Vig Learning in Retirement Scholarship. Your generosity helps ensure that future generations of Nicolet College students have access to life-changing educational opportunities.

Donate Online or Learn Other Ways to Give
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"I've met some wonderful friends through Learning in Retirement and have learned amazing things. I love the wide variety of options offered."

Current Member

LIR Mission

To value lifelong learning by providing educational and social opportunities which are stimulating, exciting, challenging, and fun.