Programs for Non-Traditional Learners at �鶹��ý

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Enrichment and Educational Programs for Adults

Personal & Professional Growth

Expand your knowledge, develop a new hobby or gain a new skill through a diverse range of courses and activities.

Flexible Options

Fit learning into your life with flexible course models that won’t disrupt your daily routine.

Culture of Lifelong Learning

Stay intellectually stimulated and engaged at every stage of life.

Opportunities for Continuous Learning

Our adult education, personal enrichment and workforce development programs are designed to equip lifelong learners with the knowledge and skills to flourish personally and professionally. Whether you're keen to resume interrupted studies, refine current skills or steer your career in a new direction, we’ve got something for every learner.

Experienced Learners (Age 60+)

Experienced Learners (Age 60+)

Experienced learners are individuals age 60 and above, providing opportunities to engage with peers, gain new knowledge and explore new interests.

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Summer Sessions

Summer Sessions

Maximize your summer breaks through our Summer Sessions! Current Kent State students and students from other universities can stay on track, get ahead in coursework or further their personal interests

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Prison Education

Prison Education

By enabling incarcerated individuals to engage in high-quality academic pursuits, we strengthen pathways towards rehabilitation, change, and hope. The Prison Education Program at Kent State offers courses to inmates while also serving as a re-entry hub for formerly incarcerated individuals.

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Expand your career prospects, pursue personal interests or ignite a lifelong passion for learning with Adult and Community Education programs from �鶹��ý.

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