The Academy for Lifelong Learning

Purposeful lives building stronger communities.

For more information about the Academy for Lifelong Learning, and to register, contact:

Inver Hills Information Center 651-450-3000

Discussion groups with faculty and community leaders

Career planning workshops for age 55+

Noncredit and for-credit accelerated degree options

Access to campus resources and facilities

The Academy for Lifelong Learning (ALL) is a community of adult learners, excited about being at a stage in their lives when they are able to explore new and varied interests. The program is based on the strength and resources of Inver Hills Community College.

 

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Offering a wide variety of interesting college-level classes taught by informed and experienced instructors, ALL is a low pressure environment where you can explore new topics and indulge your interests. The new program is designed for those of you at a stage in your life where you can explore new and varied interests and share your experiences with others.

Interesting Conversations with Interesting People

A series of moderated discussions meant to inform and inspire.

Most events are held 1:30pm - 3:00pm in room 290 of the College Center.

Date	Discussion Title	Speaker
February 18th	Black History Month	Guy Bowling
March 4th	Jazz to Hip Hop	TBA
March 18th	Minnesota Courts Today	MN Supreme Court Justice Paul Anderson and Dane Smith
April 1st	Global Volunteerism	Melissa Eyestad and Maureen White Eagle
April 15th	Earth Day, 40 Yrs Later	Mary Kowalski and Cynthia Weishapple Please note location: CC117 at 1:30pm
May 6th	We All Get Old	Lynn Zimmerman

Noncredit Classes

ALL offers a variety of interesting college-level classes taught by informed and experienced instructors in a low pressure environment where you can explore new topics and indulge your interests. Courses are designed for those of you at a stage in your life where you can explore new and varied interests through interesting reading, and college-level learning, but no tests or deadlines as with credit classes.

Internet Marketing/Web 2.0 Certification Course - BUS 9031

Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 1-24 from 6-10 PM

Inver Hills Community College, Room B107

Description: The Internet Marketing/Web 2.0 Certificate offers participants a carefully sequenced series of four-hour workshops that, combined with individual feedback on their work, will enable them to: 

• Operate in the fast-paced field of marketing products/services via the Internet by gaining an understanding of the key terms of the industry, as well as the creative and technical aspects of maintaining a marketing website, including the importance of web design/development, advertising, public relations and sales.
• Gain an entrepreneurial perspective and understanding of applicable e-commerce business models to best determine which model(s) match particular products/services to the appropriate audience.
• Utilize an array of digital media tools and distribution channels such as Podcasts, video, blogs, email blasts and other interactive Web applications to create and deliver content to targeted audiences. Evaluate which distribution methods meet specific campaign needs and integrate products/services using that methodology.
• Understand website design principles (Best Practices) and available Web-based advertising vehicles including: banner ads, organic Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Pay Per Click (PPC) and Affiliate Marketing. Learn how to incorporate these principles to build brand and drive revenue generation.
• Explore trends in Internet marketing such as Mobile advertising and place-based marketing (Digital Signage networks, etc.) that facilitate reaching mass audience Out-of-Home. o Make informed strategic decisions based on critical analysis of Web metrics and customer data in order to influence perceptions and behavior.
• Exploit the ability of the Internet and Web 2.0 technologies to develop comprehensive campaigns for the global marketplace.  

Topics: Internet Marketing & Web Design Principles (8 hours, in two 4-hour sessions) Web Advertising Theory & Methodologies | Creating Effective Digital Media Content (8 hours, in two 4-hour sessions) Internet Marketing Research | Web Analytics & Reporting (4 hours) Social (Viral) Media and Global Strategies (4 hours)

Course Fees: $250.00

Register online. To register via phone, call: 651-450-3578.

Other Resources of Interest to the Lifelong Learner

Career and Professional Skills Classes

The Inver Hills Center for Professional and Workforce Development offers dozens of skills-oriented, noncredit classes to polish your professional repertoire. If you are seeking training in business or specialized training in IT or healthcare, the Center for Professional and Workforce Development will have classes to meet your needs.

Advocacy and Leadership for Vital Aging (ALVA)

ALVA is a nine month, nationally-recognized curriculum designed to overcome the challenges of leadership later in life and find new ways to use lifetime of skills and talents. This life-changing course starts in September and meets once per month. Tuition is $750 with scholarships available to eligible students.

Check back later in 2010 to enroll for the 2010-2011 program.

Earn your Degree!

It's never too late to get that college diploma. And with Inver Hills Adult Success through Accelerated Programs (ASAP), the degree is closer than you may think. ASAP offers credit for prior learning and extensive one-on-one coaching to help you set and achieve your educational goals in an accelerated timeframe. 

Seniors over the age of 62 may take college courses for only $20 per credit or audit college classes at no cost. Subject to space availability and other college fees may apply. Contact the enrollment center for more information.

Look to SHiFT

SHiFT is an independent non-profit organization that meets at Inver Hills Thursday nights at 6:00 p.m. SHiFT aims to empower those who are seeking to more closely align life and work with their interests, values and passions. Meet like-minded mid- to late-career adults and hear their inspiring stories, as well as practice professional networking and skills development.

Inver Hills Campus Resources

Members of our community have access to many of the college's resources for personal and professional development. The campus library is accessible to the public with a local driver's license. Athletic facilities are open to the public for a small annual fee. Inver Hills has a vibrant cultural community including music, theater, clubs and activities.