Discover New Learning at UChicago Graham

Eager to join the University of Chicago’s distinctive lifelong learning community, but not sure where to begin? We’ve got you covered. Below are seven courses from our Spring catalog that offer an entry to the dynamism, rigor, and fun of learning here.

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Seven Courses to Start Your Learning Journey

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The Medieval Book

Online and in-person at the Regenstein Library in Hyde Park
Fridays from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CT
March 24 through May 12

 

A notebook on a wooden table with a black voice recorder, pen, and pencil on top of it.

Introduction to Creative Nonfiction

Online
Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. CT
March 22 through May 10

 

A black pencil sitting atop a page filled with handwritten notes.

Creative Writing One

Online
Thursdays from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CT
March 23 through May 11

 

Claude Monet's painting 1872 oil on canvas painting, Impression, Sunrise.

Impressionism

Online
Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CT
March 22 through May 10

 

An opera hall with three tiers of red velvet seats and curtains laced with gold.

A History of Opera: Old and New Perspectives

In-person at Gleacher Center
Tuesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CT
March 21 through May 9

 

The back of Pope Francis' head as he wears a white cap.

Pope Francis' "Care for Our Common Home"

Online
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CT
April 15

 

An expanse of orange-yellow dunes against a light blue sky.

Desert Planet: Frank Herbert’s Dune and its Adaptations

Online
Tuesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. CT
March 21 through May 9

Our Distinctive Learning Community

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