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Explorers Lifelong Learning Institute (LLI) is a member-directed learning group affiliated with Salem State University, one of more than 400 such organizations in the United States and Canada affiliated with the Road Scholar Institute Network (formerly Elderhostel) and local colleges or universities. Explorers was founded in 1992 and currently has over 300 lively members, mostly retirees with diverse backgrounds. All are passionate learners. Membership is open to anyone fifty years of age or older.

Recent News

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Semester Courses

The 2025 Fall semester is in progress.  Please use the links below to view the courses and register.

Online Registration form

Fall 2025 Catalog

Course Calendar 

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Explorers Compass Newsletter

The latest Compass Newsletter is ready.

June 2025 Compass Newsletter

Earlier versions

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Facebook

Did you know that explorers is on Facebook (Meta)?  Please a look, hope you like it:

Explorers Life Long Learning on Facebook

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Intersessions

The 2025 Summer Intersessions Program has ended.  There were some interesting talks on the agenda.  Intersessions are open to both members and non members.  All sessions happen in person and via Zoom.  You can listen to and view some previously recorded videos by following the link below.

Link to intersessions



Special Announcements

LOOKING AHEAD: FALL 2025

 

Though we’re in the midst of summer, at Explorers, we’re looking ahead to the upcoming fall semester. With twenty-nine available courses to choose from, there’s something for everyone! We are fortunate to have such a wide array of presenters. Our returning favorites and some new presenters will be with us. This semester, members can sign up for an unlimited number of classes, however, as we all know, some classes with enrollment limits fill up quickly, so get your registrations into the office quickly.

We at Explorers have been working diligently to restore our membership to pre-covid numbers. It has required a great deal of effort and time. We are collaborating with other community organizations, distributing our Intersessions schedules and catalogues and promoting Explorers throughout our community and beyond. As an all-volunteer organization, our most valuable resource is our membership. 

What can you do to help? Of course, we want you to sign up for the fall semester! Also, think about spreading the word about how Explorers enriches your life.  And bring a friend! Earlier this summer, while traveling in Europe, I visited one of our remote classes and brought with me a fellow traveler who was absolutely amazed that with what he saw and heard during that class. 

Share the wealth of knowledge and socialization that we all receive from and contribute to Explorers.

Gay Porter

President