Rivier Institute for Senior Education (RISE)

The Rivier Institute for Senior Education (RISE) offers a vibrant and collaborative learning environment for older adults who share a belief that curiosity never retires. Are you at least 55 years of age and love to learn? If so, we invite you to join our community of lifelong learners.

Fall 2024 Semester
September 9 – November 15

TERM 1: September 9 – November 15
TERM 2: October 14 – November 15

RISE classes will meet on Columbus Day, Monday, October 14
and Veterans Day, Monday, November 11

The RISE course schedule, detailed information about courses, and facilitator
biographies will be posted on Monday, August 12.

The Fall Information Session will be held on Friday, August 16
from 1 -3 p.m. in the Dion Center Reception Room.

Fall 2024 course registration will be open August 16 – September 3, 2024.

The Spring course schedule, detailed information about courses, and facilitator
biographies are posted here as examples of the types of courses RISE offers.

Here are step-by-step instructions for becoming a RISE member,
logging in to your Membership Portal Account, and registering for RISE classes.

RISE Membership Portal

RISE 2023-24 Calendar
Please note that the RISE 2024-2025 Calendar will be posted in August 2024.

Active Participation and Fellowship

The Rivier Institute for Senior Education incorporates active participation and fellowship for older adults both online and in-person at Rivier University and other locations in Nashua. An affiliate of the Road Scholar Institute Network, RISE offers a diverse curriculum with courses in history, literature, writing, music, religion, current events, art history, technology, physical fitness, and much more. There are no grades, no tests, and no credit. Our members thrive in an environment with no pressure and lots of encouragement, social interaction, and engagement.

Become a RISE Member

Courses are offered in fall and spring semesters. Access the RISE Membership Portal to create your RISE membership and register for courses.

Meet Our Facilitators / Become a Facilitator

Our courses are led by experts and enthusiasts. RISE relies on volunteers to serve on committees and perform other tasks.

RISE Events

RISE hosts special events for both members and volunteers.

RISE Leadership

Learn more about RISE's founder, Rose H. Arthur, Th.D., and meet the current Executive Committee and Council.

Make a Difference

Support Rivier students with a gift to the RISE Memorial Scholarship or the Rose Arthur Scholarship.

RISE is aptly named. It gets me up in the morning to savor the day.

Sue McLaughlin RISE Member

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