Programs
Find detailed information for each upcoming program/lecture series below.
A flyer of programs is also published for fall and spring semesters in both electronic and paper format. A printer's proof of the paper format for Fall 2024 will be available on July 19th. To be added to the paper mailing list, please contact us.
Summer and Winter are only available in electronic format.
Please note that all registration fees are nonrefundable at any time.
Contact Us
Phone
(651) 962-5188
Mailing Address
Selim Center for Lifelong Learning
Mail #OEC 109 2115 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105
Summer Programs, Study-Travel, & Fall Programs
The Summer schedules, Study-Travel and also a tab with a preview of Fall 2024 will be found below. Please note that the Summer term lecture series and fair are only available as in-person, on-campus experiences.
Event Description: This workshop explores the intricate relationships between butterflies, bees, and your garden, and how they impact the health of our planet. Through engaging discussions and hands-on activities, participants will learn practical ways to create pollinator-friendly environments in their own gardens, contributing to the conservation of these vital species and the overall well-being of our ecosystem.
Event Speaker: Rebecca Zerlin is the lab manager for the Cariveau Native Bee Lab at the University of Minnesota. Rebecca grew up in New Orleans, LA and received her B.S. in Wildlife and Ecology at Unity College in Maine. After graduating, she worked as a naturalist and wildlife technician with different organizations including the Bureau of Land Management, the Cape May Bird Observatory, and the National Park Service. In these positions, she had the opportunity to work with a variety of species ranging from monarch butterflies to sea turtles and even cattle. She received her M.S. in M.S. in Range and Wildlife Management from the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute at Texas A&M – Kingsville. Her research looked at the effects of different prescribed burning intervals on butterfly populations in south Texas.
Event Information: Wednesday, June 5 & June 12, 2024, 10:00-11:45 a.m., Owens Science Hall 3M Auditorium (OWS 150), University of St. Thomas St. Paul Campus (This event is only available as an in-person, on-campus experience.)
Fee for the event: $50.00 per person
To register online with a credit card on our secure page, click on this link: Epayment Site
To register by check or cash, or to redeem a voucher, please complete this registration form and mail back to the address on the form: Paper Registration Form
Link to campus map: Campus Map
Event Description: Falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common cause of non-fatal trauma-related hospital admissions among older adults. As a result of anxieties over instability, older adults often seek to reduce falls by limiting their activities; this may lead to further negative consequences including physical decline, social isolation, feelings of helplessness, and depression. Given the increasing size of our aging population, the significant financial and emotional impact of falls, and the widespread desire of older adults to remain active in their home and community, effective fall prevention programs are essential for supporting safe and connected communities. The presenter will discuss the major variables that influence falls in older populations and discuss their most recent data on the effectiveness of using group-based short-term specialized multi-component training to address the major variables that influence falls. In addition, he will take participants through a series of exercises that they can use at home to build strength, balance, and awareness.
Event Speaker: Dr. Brett D. Bruininks is an Associate Professor in the Department of Health and Exercise Science in the Morrison Family College of Health. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Notre Dame (1996) and a Masters in (2005) and Doctoral Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Exercise Physiology (2009) from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Prior to coming to the University of St. Thomas, Dr. Bruininks spent two years at Minnesota State University-Mankato in the Department of Athletics and four years as an Assistant Professor and Director of the Program in Exercise Science and Laboratory for Human Performance at Concordia College (Moorhead, MN). Dr. Bruininks is the co-author of the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Proficiency (BOT-2; Pearson Publishing) and the Bruininks Motor Ability Test (BMAT; Pearson Publishing) that assess motor and movement deficits in young and aging populations. In addition to his teaching at UST, he works closely with allied health professionals, particularly Occupational and Physical Therapists and Nurses, on issues related to motor development and planning in youth and older adults. His current research explores the influence of specialized multi-component exercise training on fall prevention in older adults.
Event Information: Wednesdays, June 5 & June 12, 2024, 1:00-2:45 p.m., Owens Science Hall 3M Auditorium (OWS 150), University of St. Thomas St. Paul Campus (This event is only available as an in-person, on-campus experience.)
Fee for the event: $50.00 per person
To register online with a credit card on our secure page, click on this link: Epayment Site
To register by check or cash, or to redeem a voucher, please complete this registration form and mail back to the address on the form: Paper Registration Form
Link to campus map: Campus Map
This is a free event. RSVP appreciated for the sake of space planning, but not required. To RSVP, please go to this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wisdom-wellness-health-fair-tickets-896505611417?aff=oddtdtcreator
Event Description: Unlock the doors to a healthier, wiser future with us at the Wisdom and Wellness Health Fair. Delve into an afternoon packed with inspiring talks from local authors and experts who focus on the interconnections of wisdom and wellness, as well as healthy living resources for older adults. This enriching event is proudly sponsored by Allina Health Aetna, Herself Health, and the Selim Center for Lifelong Learning at the University of St. Thomas.
Speakers:
3:00PM Beyond Menopause, New Pathways to Holistic Health, Carolyn Torkelson, MD
3:30PM Everyday Awakenings, Five Practices for Living Fully, Catherine Duncan
4:30PM Medicare Made Clear. Navigating Medicare, Margaret Wallace
5:00PM Breath is Life, Taking in & Letting Go, How to Live, Love & Be Well, Laurie Ellis Young
Event Information: Wednesday, June 12, 2024, 3:00-6:00 p.m., Owens Science Hall 3M Auditorium & Lobby, University of St. Thomas St. Paul Campus (This event is only available as an in-person, on-campus experience.)
Link to campus map: Campus Map
Begin the new year in the Mediterranean, joining fellow learners from the Selim Center in study travel to Italy.
- Program One explores the many layers of Sicily's history and culture.
- Program Two explores Rome and its environs.
- You can participate in either or both programs.
Program Dates:
- Sicily: Exploring the Layers of History: January 7-15, 2025
- Rome from Antiquity to the Early Modern Era, Legacies & Transformations: January 15-23, 2025
These unique study-travel programs will explore ancient architecture & history from antiquity and early Christianity to the Early Modern era. Dr. Vanča Schrunk, St. Thomas archeologist and historian of the ancient world, will interpret and help us appreciate the history and rich cultures we encounter.
Click on the links to reach the itineraries for the trips. Please direct questions about the programs to the Selim Center (selimcenter@stthomas.edu or phone (651) 962-5188); do not contact the travel firm on the itineraries.
Pricing:
- Combined course (Sicily & Rome): $7,795.00
- Sicily, only: $4,585.00
- Rome, only: $4,875.00
These programs will open for registration on July 1, 2024 and the link to the secure online credit card platform below will direct you to tiles for each program beginning on July 1, 2024.
To register on-line with a credit card on our secure page, visit the Epayment Site.
The Fall 2024 schedule will go live on July 19th. Each program will have an individual page that provides a program description, instructor biography, and other details related to the program. In addition, each page will have the three links below.
To register on-line with a credit card on our secure page, click on this link: Epayment Site
To register by check or cash, or to redeem a voucher, please complete this registration form and mail back to the address on the form:
Link to campus map: Campus Map
Any questions about the fall schedule prior to July 19th should be directed to the Selim Center by email: selimcenter@stthomas.edu
Audit an Undergraduate Course
Go to College Program
Lifelong learners (age 40-plus) are encouraged to continue their education by taking regular undergraduate classes along with younger students. Participants are able to enroll as auditors in a variety of courses, on a space-available basis.
Parking on Campus
Please click on the "Visitor Parking" button to read more about parking costs and locations on campus.
Campus Shuttle
Selim Center students are welcome to use the campus shuttle to travel between the St. Paul and Minneapolis campuses for center classes but must have a Selim Center ID to do so. To request an ID, please send a self-addressed, stamped business-size envelope to the Center with your request; please allow 10 business days for mail to be received and the ID returned to you. Please click on the "shuttle schedule" button for more information about the shuttle's operational hours.