The best way to satisfy an insatiable curiosity is to let it guide you. Explore numerous avenues and find the path that helps you accomplish your personal goals. Appreciate new perspectives and connect with a community of likeminded learners while gaining valuable knowledge and experiences that inspire and push you to continue learning.

Exploring and embracing French
A trip to Québec inspired Nelson to learn French. He has since taken Extended Learning French classes and attended the French Summer Institute. Nelson seeks out every opportunity to practice his French and dreams of visiting Paris one day.
Languages
Enhance your travel experiences, expand career possibilities or deepen family ties. Our courses not only teach the language, but also help you live and connect with the culture.
American Sign Language
Learn American Sign Language (ASL), a complete visual language used by 500,000 people in North America. Understanding and using ASL can help you create connections with members of the Deaf community, bridge cultures and foster inclusion.

Writing
Write a memoir, create shareable food and travel stories or evolve your personal writing style. Learn to express yourself in writing and explore your creative side through our range of personal and professional writing courses.
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