AUB University for Seniors

AUB University for Seniors The University for Seniors provides older adults (50 years &above) with educational and cultural opportunities in a sociable environment.

It offers a variety of activities: study groups, lectures, cultural travel programs, and intergenerational activities The University for Seniors, part of AUB’s Continuing Education Center, is a life-long learning initiative at AUB, the first of its kind in Lebanon and the Middle East. It aims to create a new and positive face of aging; one where older adults remain intellectually and socially enga

ged, energized to learn new things, and active contributors to their communities.The University for seniors gives older adults (who are 50 and above) the opportunity to share their wisdom and passion, to learn things they have always wanted to learn in a friendly academic environment and to interact socially with other seniors, and AUB faculty and students. The uniqueness of this program lies in its three principles:
- Peer-learning: seniors learn from one another rather than from a paid professional instructor. Study group leaders and lecturers are all volunteers.
- Community-building: The University for Seniors will be a membership organization to reinforce the idea that one is joining a community rather than paying for one-off activities.
- Intergenerational connections: Seniors do not want to be ghettoized as ‘old people’ and wish specifically to be connected to the regular AUB student body. These intergenerational connections will be created through multiple academic and extra-curricular activities. The UfS organizes 2 terms per year: one in the Fall and one in the Spring. The length of each term is about two months during which a number of courses and lectures are offered on different topics in addition to organizing social events which allow UfS members to get to know each other more. The term membership is $150 for the whole term, allowing members to participate in all the courses and lectures that are offered. Topics usually range from politics to Arts, philosophy, healthy aging, environment, new technologies (social media, iPad, digital photography…) in addition to educational travel programs inside and outside Lebanon.

26/07/2026

Today, we celebrate the invaluable contributions our grandparents continue to make to our families and communities, their wisdom, their generosity, and their love. Happy International Grandparents Day from the UfS family! 🤍

Happy Father's Day from the UfS Community! 🤍🤍🤍
21/06/2026

Happy Father's Day from the UfS Community! 🤍🤍🤍

As Lebanon continues to face this brutal war and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, older persons especially those displac...
15/06/2026

As Lebanon continues to face this brutal war and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, older persons especially those displaced are highly affected and are often at heightened risk of neglect, isolation, and barriers to accessing essential services. Humanitarian responses must be inclusive, ensuring older adults are protected, supported, and never left behind. Dignity, protection, and care are not privileges. They are rights.

Photo credits: Ahmad Sabra from iStock images

Happy Eid from the UfS family! 🤍
27/05/2026

Happy Eid from the UfS family! 🤍

Happy Easter from the UfS family! 🤍
12/04/2026

Happy Easter from the UfS family! 🤍

For every mother, with love and gratitude 🤍
21/03/2026

For every mother, with love and gratitude 🤍

Eid Mubarak from the UfS family! 🤍
20/03/2026

Eid Mubarak from the UfS family! 🤍

Don’t miss your chance to register for this Spring 2026 term with the UfS! Attend a series of interactive lectures, vir...
19/03/2026

Don’t miss your chance to register for this Spring 2026 term with the UfS!

Attend a series of interactive lectures, virtual get togethers and wellness study groups.

Exclusive Online registration is available via this link: https://ufs.aub.edu.lb/

AUB and the University for Seniors mourn the passing of our dear Jirji Bachir.Known for his unwavering and deep loyalty,...
18/03/2026

AUB and the University for Seniors mourn the passing of our dear Jirji Bachir.

Known for his unwavering and deep loyalty, Jirji held AUB close to his heart and remained devoted to its mission of learning, community, and service to the very end. He will be remembered for his steadfast support of the University for Seniors, where he was a pillar in developing its academic program and nurturing its community. Jirji took great pride in being part of both the UfS and AUB, and his presence brought a lot of enrichment, intellect and warmth to everyone around.

Our heartfelt condolences to his wife, Fatme, and his children, Zeina, Mazen, Bassel, and Elias.

His memory will remain cherished by all who knew him. May his soul rest in peace.

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American University Of Beirut
Beirut

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Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00

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