The University of Mississippi offers a number of non-credit classes, workshops and travel opportunities through their Division of Outreach and Continuing Education. The classes are open to the entire community and do not require admission to the university.
Lifelong Learners
Seniors, 65 years or older, can enroll in one academic course of up to four credit hours per semester tuition-free. The program provides opportunities such as:
- Attending classes with university students
- Meeting and interacting with faculty
- Taking online courses
- Participating in special programs and travel excursions
For more information, visit http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/LifetimeLearner/ or email .
Southern Studies Brown Bag Series
The Southern Studies Brown Bag Series helps community members learn about and experience the richness of the South. The series takes place on campus each Wednesday at noon during the regular academic year. The series explores a variety of topics including cultural events, food, history, and music.
For information, call (662) 915-5993.
The Academic Traveler
Faculty members lead unique travel excursions to London, New York, Japan, France and Tanzania. Topics covered may include:
- Art
- Culinary arts
- Film
- History
- Literature
- Photography
For more information, visit http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/academic_traveler/ or call (662) 915-6511.
Communiversity
Communiversity programs are open to anyone in the community, including retirees, university students, and family members of all ages. The program offers courses and excursions in a variety of areas, such as:
- American Sign Language
- Dance
- Foreign languages
- Gardening
- Karate
- Piano
- Tracing ancestry
- Travel
- Wine appreciation
For more information, visit http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/communiversity/ or call (662) 915-1299
Ole Miss Filmmaking
This is the workshop for anyone interested in making films.
- 4-day workshop
- Hands-on training
- Produce your own short film
Students will be shown films to discuss:
- Lighting
- Sound design
- Camera operation
- Story-boards
For more information, visit http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/summer/filmmaking/index.html, 662-915-5132
Ed2Go
The Ed2Go program offers a wide range of interactive online courses led by expert instructors. Courses offered are job specific or personal enrichment.
For more information, visit http://www.ed2go.com/olemiss/ or call (662) 915-7313.