Renaissance Institute Lifelong Learning

Renaissance Institute Lifelong Learning RENAISSANCE INSTITUTE
at Notre Dame of Maryland University. Explore. Dream. Discover. http://www.ndm.edu/renaissance There is an annual membership fee of $400.

The Renaissance Institute – a lifelong learning cooperative for adults 50 and over - offers members a unique voyage of discovery. Founded in 1989 and housed on the campus of Notre Dame of Maryland University, community members take Renaissance study courses for the pure pleasure of learning. Each year more than 50 study courses, workshops, and studio opportunities provide intellectual stimulation

and the chance to express one’s creativity. The Institute’s success rests on members’ participation. Members create the curriculum, design and lead courses, serve on one or more program committees, and are intellectually committed to active participation and informed discussion. Membership is a valuable and rewarding experience. It offers a wide variety of activities and gatherings beyond classes, which foster the sense of collegiality that is central to the program. The opportunity for social engagement between semesters and in the summer forges new friendships and enhances the life of the classroom. And, as part of the wider Notre Dame community, Renaissance members may audit one College of Adult Undergraduate Studies course each year, have full privileges at the Loyola/ Notre Dame Library, and are invited to campus events and guest lectures,
The Institute offers two 13-week semesters of non-credit courses. Some courses run for only six or seven weeks, providing flexibility for members’ schedules. Classes are offered twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays every spring and fall semester. The Renaissance Institute offers more than 50 daytime courses, workshops, and studio opportunities for thought-provoking pursuits, a chance to express your creativity, or enhancement of physical and mental health. Courses have explored a wide range of interests: acting, art, history, literature, music, philosophy, politics, public affairs, science, acting, computers, creative writing, drawing and painting, film, languages, t’ai chi, and yoga. Membership includes the opportunity to enroll in as many classes as you wish during the academic year. Classes are held every Tuesday & Thursday. 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Institute encourages applications from individuals of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and is open to people from all education backgrounds with a keen interest in intellectual and creative pursuits. The Renaissance Institute’s classrooms, studios, lounge, and administrative offices are located in Fourier Hall, Notre Dame of Maryland University, N. Charles Street campus. For further information please contact:
Shirley Bigley, director, [email protected]

Thanks to the great volunteers who led our 2nd Legacy Lecture yesterday! Carol Daddazio’s leadership was una forza vital...
03/19/2026

Thanks to the great volunteers who led our 2nd Legacy Lecture yesterday! Carol Daddazio’s leadership was una forza vitale!

Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RILegacyLecture (Zoom or in person) for Renaissance Institute Members and the...
03/11/2026

Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RILegacyLecture (Zoom or in person) for Renaissance Institute Members and their guests!
The Legacy Lectures are supported by generous donations of friends and family to honor current or former Renaissance members—and recognize their accomplishments. This year’s Lecture will honor Elizabeth Fanto for her significant contributions and many years of dedication to Renaissance.
Joyce White’s book, Cooking Maryland’s Way: Voices of A Diverse Cuisine, will be available for purchase

We will be closed first week of the semester. Make up class information will follow. Good news -you can still register...
01/30/2026

We will be closed first week of the semester. Make up class information will follow.
Good news -you can still register For spring semester. https://bit.ly/4qRt4K8

Join Renaissance Institute for all types of fascinating facts. What interests you? https://bit.ly/4qRt4K8
01/26/2026

Join Renaissance Institute for all types of fascinating facts. What interests you? https://bit.ly/4qRt4K8

01/24/2026

PSA
If you live in a single family home you might want to leave the faucets dripping the next few days to avoid pipes freezing!

01/14/2026

Don’t forget to register
Classes are filling up.

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4701 N Charles Street
Baltimore, MD
21210

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Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm

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