Institute for Lifelong Learning
The Institute for Lifelong Learning invites community members to participate in a series of lectures and luncheons, promoting fellowship and encouraging continued lifelong learning.
Become a Member
Two levels of membership are available.
- Basic: This includes five lectures and pre-session gatherings. Cost: $50 per person.
- Premium: This includes five lectures, pre-session gatherings and lunches. Cost: $100 per person.
For further details, please contact: Joe Herb at herb@westridgeparkapartments.com or phone 570-374-9911 or Jonathan Moser at moserjw@westridgeparkapartments.com or phone 570-372-4354.
Event Information
The institute hosts a series of eleven presentations throughout the year at Susquehanna University’s Charles B. Degenstein Campus Center.
Events are held on Wednesdays and include:
- Social hour: 10:30 a.m.–11 a.m.
- Lecture: 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
- Served lunch: 12 p.m. (Premium membership only.)
2025 Event Schedule
Explore a diverse lineup of captivating speakers, ranging from philosophers and scientists to photographers and Holocaust survivors. Join us for thought-provoking discussions and unique perspectives.
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February 5 - Scott Fear, Vice President, Security for the National Geographic Society and former Assistant Chief of the United States Park Police.
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February 19 - Dr. Matthew Restall, Director of Latin American Studies and Professor of History and Anthropology at Penn State University, author of the upcoming book The Nine Lives of Christopher Columbus.
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March 5 - Dr. Pat Bruno, Pediatric Physician, one of the founders of the Child Advocacy Center and author of the book “How Can I Not,” the story of the author’s passion for child advocacy.
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March 19 - Joe Staggers, historian, teacher and lecturer of distinction, will continue his series of presentations for the IFLL on the rise of Vladimir Putin and his role in that troubled nation’s recent history.
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April 2 - Dave Hamlet, Senior Engineer and Vice President of Gannett Fleming, the engineering partner overseeing the construction of the Central Susquehanna Valley Thruway.
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April 16 - The Commonwealth Brass Quintet, whose deep roots at Susquehanna go back 40 years, will perform traditional works for brass quintet as well as compositions adapted for them from other genres.