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Lifelong Learning

Learn. Connect. Belong.

Lipscomb University’s Lifelong Learning Program offers adults in retirement and semi-retirement a vibrant opportunity to learn, belong and connect. Through engaging classes, thoughtful conversations and shared experiences, participants continue to expand their knowledge and explore new ideas in an informal, non-competitive setting. 

More than a classroom experience, Lifelong Learning is a welcoming community where curiosity is encouraged, new interests are discovered and meaningful connections flourish, enriching both mind and spirit. Register online for all classes and lunch-and-learn events. Class space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up today and join this community of curious minds!

Registration opens July 31!


Fall 2026 Semester

Fall classes begin Aug. 31 and continue through Nov. 19, 2026! The frequency of Lifelong Learning courses for Fall 2026 ranges from five to 10 sessions. Class formats are either in-person only, hybrid (in-person and Zoom) or Zoom only. Check the Class Offerings page for specific details. Links will be provided for any Zoom courses before classes start. Also, check out the Special Gatherings page for details about one-day learning experiences that are separate from regular courses.

Class Location

Unless otherwise specified, all in-person classes and Special Gatherings "lunch and learn" events will meet at Longview Mansion, located at 811 Caldwell Lane in Nashville, Tennessee. Free parking is available on-site at Longview Mansion. We look forward to seeing you this fall!


 

Piano class with Jackie Edwards-Henry


 

View the Fall 2026 Classes

Register for Special Gatherings

Register for Fall 2026 Classes Link coming soon!

Lifelong Learning Faculty

Jim Arnett

Jim Arnett (’67)

Retired Biology Professor, Lipscomb University

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Thea Danos

Thea Danos

Nashville Jazz Workshop

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Jackie Edwards-Henry

Jackie Edwards-Henry

Professor Emeritus of Piano, Mississippi State University; Adjunct Instructor/Collaborative Pianist, Lipscomb University

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David French

David French (’91)

Distinguished Visiting Professor of Public Policy, Lipscomb University College of Leadership & Public Policy

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LaJuana Gill

LaJuana Gill

Adjunct Faculty, Middle Tennessee State University and Belmont University O’More College of Architecture and Design

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Katlyn Green

Katlyn Green

Gerontologist, Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)®, COS, Certified Geriatric Doula (EOLD)

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Roy Hamley

Roy Hamley

Retired Professor of Psychology and Counseling, Lipscomb University

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Ruth Henry

Ruth Henry (’74)

Adjunct Professor, Lipscomb University College of Health Sciences

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Tim Johnson

Tim Johnson

Author; Professor of History, Lipscomb University

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Chris McKinny

Chris McKinny

Associate Professor of Archaeology, Lipscomb University; Host, Biblical World podcast

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Russell Moore

Russell Moore

Editor-in-Chief, Christianity Today; Bill & Crissy Haslam Endowed Distinguished Professor of Faith and Reason, Lipscomb Univer

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Joy Osipchuk

Joy Osipchuk (’24, ’26)

Teaching Assistant, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Lipscomb University

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Nancy Posey

Nancy Posey (’76)

Adjunct Professor, Department of English & Modern Languages, Lipscomb University

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Linda Peek Schacht

Linda Peek Schacht (’72)

Retired Lipscomb University Faculty; White House and US Senate veteran, Founding Director, Nelson and Sue Andrews Institute for Civic Leadership and Co-Founder, Leadership Tennessee

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Paul Prill

Paul Prill

Retired Lipscomb University Professor, Certified Master Gardener of Davidson County and Certified Tennessee Naturalist

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Rubel Shelly

Rubel Shelly

Retired Distinguished Professor of Philosophy & Religion, Lipscomb University

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Willie Steele

Willie Steele (’95)

University Research Professor, Professor of English, College of Liberal Arts & Sciences, Lipscomb University

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Greg Thomas

Greg Thomas (’86)

Former College Football Official in the Southeastern Conference

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Rob Touchstone

Rob Touchstone (’97, ’12)

Executive Director of the Center for Vocational Discovery, Lipscomb University; Co-Founder of The Well Coffeehouse

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