{"id":16092,"date":"2026-06-04T21:48:49","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T02:48:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mcneese.edu\/iiec\/?page_id=16092"},"modified":"2026-06-09T14:25:40","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T19:25:40","slug":"leisure-learning","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mcneese.edu\/iiec\/leisure-learning\/","title":{"rendered":"Leisure Learning"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\tLearn. Create. Enjoy.\n\n

Explore arts, hobbies, and personal enrichment at McNeese-no grades, just learning and fun. Choose friendly, on-campus workshops or flexible online options you can take anywhere.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tKeep Up With What’s Happening!\t<\/h1>\n\tIG<\/a>f<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\"LeisureLearnCard\"\n\thands-on. social. fun.\n

\n\t\t\tin-person Leisure Learning\t<\/h1>\n

Explore hobbies, creative pursuits, and practical skills while learning alongside others who share your interests. McNeese Leisure Learning brings people together through fun, interactive classes designed for lifelong learners.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"Student\n\tBookmark to Stay Connected\n

\n\t\t\tNew Classes
Added Weekly\t<\/h2>\n

New in-person classes are added throughout the year. Bookmark this page and check back often for new offerings. You can also browse our complete catalog of upcoming classes or register directly from the featured upcoming classes below.<\/p>\n

Register Early<\/strong>
Many classes have limited seating and may fill before the registration deadline.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tBrowse the In-Person Leisure Learning Catalog\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tfun learning. anytime. anywhere.\n

\n\t\t\tOnline Leisure Learning\t<\/h1>\n

Discover new interests, build skills, and pursue your passions with McNeese Online Leisure Learning. Our flexible online courses let you learn at your own pace, wherever and whenever it works for you.<\/p>\n

Learning Options<\/strong><\/p>\n

Self-Guided:<\/strong> Start anytime and learn at your own pace.<\/p>\n

Instructor-Moderated:<\/strong> Follow a scheduled course with instructor guidance, feedback, and interaction.<\/p>\n

Both options offer engaging online learning designed to fit your lifestyle and interests.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tFeatured Courses & Topics\t<\/h1>\n

The classes highlighted below showcase just a few of the many topics available through McNeese Leisure Learning. For a complete catalog of online courses, including hundreds of additional subjects and searchable course listings, visit our Ed2Go portal.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tEd2Go – Online Leisure Learning Catalog\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tDigital Photography\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"16488\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Master the digital camera and capturing multiple subjects.<\/p>\nSecrets of Better Photography<\/a>
\nPhotographing People With Your Digital Camera<\/a>
\nPhotographing Nature with Your Digital Camera<\/a>\n\tLearn Another Language\n\t\t\t\t\"17468\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Sign language, Spanish, French & more!<\/p>\nSpeed Spanish<\/a>
\nDiscover Sign Language<\/a>
\nBeginning Conversational French<\/a>\n\tCreative Writing\n\t\t\t\t\"17262\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Strengthen your writing and spark your creativity.<\/p>\nBeginning Writer’s Workshop<\/a>
\nIntroduction to Screenwriting<\/a>
\nWrite Fiction Like a Pro<\/a>\n\tAspiring Artists\n\t\t\t\t\"16464\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

A fun, low-pressure way to explore creativity and build confidence with a relaxing artistic hobby.<\/p>\nDrawing for the Absolute Beginner<\/a>
\nStart Your Own Arts and Crafts Business<\/a>
\nInterior Design Basics<\/a>\n\tHomeschool With Success\n\t\t\t\t\"HomeschoolSuccess\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Helpful for parents and caregivers who want practical ideas for creating a positive, organized, and engaging homeschool experience.<\/p>\nHomeschool With Success<\/a>
\nReady, Set, Read!<\/a>
\nEnhancing Language Development in Childhood<\/a>\n\tBuilding Teams\n\t\t\t\t\"TeamBuilding\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Great for church committees, homeschool co-ops, civic groups, clubs, and volunteers who want to work better together.<\/p>\nBuilding Teams That Work<\/a>
\nLeadership<\/a>
\nKeys to Effective Communication<\/a>\n\tHealth and Aging\n\t\t\t\t\"18082\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Learn about habits and lifestyle choices that support memory, focus, and lifelong learning.<\/p>\nCertificate in Healthy Aging<\/a>
\nLose Weight and Keep It Off<\/a>
\nAging and Health Bundle<\/a>\n\tStress Management\n\t\t\t\t\"Concept\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tLearn More\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t

Explore mindfulness practices that can support calm, focus, reflection, and balance in everyday life.<\/p>\nHolistic Stress Management<\/a>
\nCertificate in Mindfulness<\/a>
\nAromatherapy: The Healing Power of Scent<\/a>\n\tStay in Touch\n

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