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About

2001 to 2021

Established in 2001, the Institute for Adult Learning began as an affiliate of Road Scholar, a program comprised of over 300 independent community-based organizations who shared a love of learning and a desire for sociability. 

In August 2021, IAL Council Members began meeting to discuss the possibility of revitalizing the very successful IAL program that had been hosted at Chesapeake College. The support from our past members and friends for reviving the IAL far exceeded our expectations! ​

2022 to Today

For Spring semester 2022, we'd reorganized as a component fund of the Mid-Shore Community Foundation, rented space at the Kennard African American Cultural Heritage Center, and developed a course curriculum.

Today, the Institute for Adult Learning continues to enrich the lives of adults in the Mid-Shore area with dynamic classes and engaging social events.

To be sure, our story is a labor of love. The strength and vitality of the IAL is a combination of the collective passion and focus of the governing Council and the collective passion and support of our members and instructors. 

We commit to a diverse curriculum; courses and social events designed to enrich the lives of members.

Our Mission

Our Mission

The Institute for Adult Learning is a volunteer organization of age 50+ adults whose mission is to provide learning opportunities and social experiences which enrich the lives of its members.

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Our Vision

Our vision is to create a culture of connection fostered by a welcoming community.

Vision
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Alicia
Siegrist

Chair

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Bob
Brandenburger

Vice-Chair

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Madeline
Hubbard

Correspondence Secretary

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Carrie
York

Recording Secretary

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Steve
Quigley

Treasurer

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Cindy
Bogner

Member

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Nancy
Brandenburger

Member

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Nancy 
Ceccorulli

Member

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Janet
Crutchley

Member

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Elaine
Friedman

Member

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Teddy
Griffin

Member

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Peggy
Robertson

Member

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Toni
Schelts

Member

2021

Council Members

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Council Members

FAQs

What is the IAL policy for inclement weather?

The Institute for Adult Learning follows Queen Anne's County's inclement weather closures.

  • If QAC schools are closed, IAL classes are closed. An email will be sent to affected instructors and members. 

  • If QAC schools are late or delayed in opening, IAL classes are not affected.

To view the latest closure information, click County Inclement Weather Closures

Questions or comments?

We'd love to hear from you! Please email us at info@instituteforadultlearning.org

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Institute for Adult Learning

Email: 

info@instituteforadultlearning.org​

 

Classroom Address:​ 

Kennard Center

410 Little Kidwell Avenue

Centreville, MD 21617

Business Address: 

IAL c/o MSCF

102 East Dover Street

Easton, MD 21601

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