Center for Lifetime Study

The Center for Lifetime Study is an outreach of Brenau University providing opportunities for professional education, lifelong learning, leadership, and cultural exploration through carefully designed curriculum and programs. Partnerships facilitated by the Center span the University and our regional community, enriching the personal and professional lives of our active and diverse population of students.

We are proud to introduce a growing portfolio of continuing education and professional development opportunities for busy professionals keeping abreast of the latest developments in their fields, advancing in their careers, and transitioning to new opportunities. We are equally proud of our cornerstone lifelong learning program, Brenau University Learning & Leisure Institute (BULLI). BULLI offers intellectually challenging and socially rewarding educational courses and programs in a welcoming environment for our active mature adult community.

What We Offer

On-demand CE

Specially curated continuing education and professional development courses and certificates for working professionals offered through our partnership with MindEdge Inc.

Discover our on-demand continuing education courses.

In-house CE

Distinctively designed continuing education training to promote holistic professional excellence in our counseling and mental health community.

View the upcoming CE event

BULLI

Brenau University Learning & Leisure Institute, the region’s premier lifelong learning program for active adults aged 50+.

Learn more about the BULLI program.

Contact Us

For program information and questions, contact us at tbryant3@brenau.edu.

The BULLI Program

BULLI was founded in 1994 as a joint venture between Brenau and community leaders who were interested in establishing a lifelong learning program in the Gainesville/Hall County region. Due to the popularity of the program and the growing needs of members, BULLI partnered with the town of Braselton in 2012 to expand course offerings to a second site.

Our member-led, member-driven organization stays abreast with the needs and interests of our members. The curriculum committee listens to our members and works to keep course offerings fresh and vibrant.

BULLI is more than just taking classes. Social and leisure activities are equally important. BULLI has a special interest group just for you. Whether your interest is in joining our BULLI Hiking Club, our Dinner Together group or attending one of our special event offerings, BULLI’s leisure activities provide something for everyone to enjoy.

BULLI Course and Registration Information

BULLI offers a wide range of courses from each of four categories—academics, the arts, self- improvement and health and wellness—in Gainesville and Braselton locations. From literature to history, religion to performing and hands-on art courses, computers to finance, BULLI has a course that is right for you. With BULLI, there is no education requirement, no credit given and no homework required. BULLI members take daytime classes just for the joy of learning.

On The Road With BULLI

The Best of Ireland: The Coast, the Countryside and Dublin

We are working with Road Scholar to offer the Summer 2025 learning adventure program #18731 – The Best of Ireland: The Coast, the Countryside and Dublin – from July 10-24, 2025. Enrollment is now open and will be conducted on a first-come, first-serve basis. This is an exclusive Road Scholar learning adventure for BULLI members and friends of BULLI with a maximum capacity of 24. (A waitlist is available once enrollment reaches 24). Due to the initial level of expressed interest in the program, the trip minimum enrollment is set at 18.

Discover the magic, myths and modern realities of the Emerald Isle on this comprehensive journey from the dramatic coast and the spectacular Ring of Kerry to the pilgrimage sites of Glencolmcille and the cultural hotbed of Dublin. A host of memorable and knowledgeable scholars and locals offer you “céad míle fáilte” (a hundred thousand welcomes) and share the best of their country!

Program Highlights:

Delve into the rich archaeology of the Dingle Peninsula, one of the most beautiful places on the planet.
Take an Irish language lesson at a Gaelic cultural center.
Spend a full day on Inis Mor, the largest of the Islands of Aran, exploring remarkable ruins.

Activity Level: Walking up to two miles per day; some uneven, rocky, and hilly terrain and cobblestones.

View the Detailed Trip Itinerary

Road Scholar is handling enrollment. However, if you experience any issues, please do not hesitate to reach out to Tim Bryant at tbryant3@brenau.edu.

Program Price Includes:

13 nights of accommodations
26 meals: 13 B, 3 L, 10 D
3 expert-led lectures
14 field trips
2 performances
Group travel and transfers throughout the program
A Group Leader to accompany you throughout the program to handle all logistics
Modest gratuities, taxes and destination fees
The Road Scholar Emergency and Travel Assistance Plan, including 24-hour assistance for medical and other emergencies

Accommodations:

International Hotel, Killarney, 4 nights – Four-star hotel in the heart of the city.
Harbour Hotel, Galway, 3 nights – Four-star hotel conveniently located to all shops, pubs, restaurants, theatres.
Kee’s Hotel, Stranorlar, 2 nights – Located in the foothills of the Bluestack Mountains, this hotel has been family owned and operated for 4 generations.
Camden Court Hotel, Dublin, 4 nights – Central city location, a short walk to St. Stephens Green, Grafton Street and Trinity College.

Irish Pub

Enroll now by phone or online

Enroll by Phone
Contact Road Scholar toll free at (800) 322-5315, reference Program # 18731 — The Best of Ireland: The Coast, the Countryside and Dublin starting on 7/10/2025 and note that you are with the Brenau University Learning & Leisure Institute.

Enroll Online
Click on the following link The Best of Ireland Enrollment Link and scroll down to the 7/10/2025 date that is marked as a private departure for Brenau University Learning & Leisure Institute. Enter the code – 18731 – press the RED Go Button and follow the prompts to enroll.