Center for Creative Retirement

A Vibrant Alternative

Self-directed learning centers for retirees have proved successful on scores of major university campuses around the country. CCR at the Riverhead Campus of Long Island University is one of the first such facilities in Suffolk County. If you are a retired person who seeks intellectual stimulation, meeting new people and active involvement, CCR is for you!

Celebrating Our Fifth Decade

Founded in 1981, CCR capitalizes on the variety of skills and life experiences of its members. Members act together to design their own programs and contribute as presenters and discussion participants. CCR is educational and entertaining—stimulating and fun.

CCR Curriculum

CCR employs a we-run-it-ourselves way of doing things. Members share responsibility in curriculum planning, program development, and subject presentations. Since each year's curriculum consists of whatever subjects the members choose, it changes year to year. The subjects cover a wide variety of topics,

CCR Offerings

As a CCR member, you are involved in a variety of activities:

• Presentations by the members with supporting videos
• Lectures by guest speakers
• Class discussions and Q & A sessions with presenters

• Summer recess get-togethers at CCR member residences
• Informal year-round get-togethers
• Mid-term and end-of-term luncheons

Membership Information

All participation is voluntary. Enrollees may attend all or selected classes as they wish. There are no exams or homework - classes are to be enjoyed!

CCR sessions are scheduled to meet two days a week (Tuesday and Thursday) from September to May, with a winter break in January. The mornings sessions run from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., followed by a brown bag lunch. The afternoon sessions run from noon - 1 p.m.

For more information about the program and membership fees, please contact the Student Services Office, 631-287-8318, riverhead@liu.edu.