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Course Schedule Change
Posted: 5:16 AM 9/12/2025
The dates for the three sessions of the course Advanced Planning of Your Final Funeral Wishes have changed. The class was originally scheduled to meet September 30, October 7, and October 14. It will now meet October 7, October 14, and October 28. Note that there will be no class on October 21. Time remains 9:30 – 10:30 AM.
Course Canceled
Posted: 10:58 AM 9/11/2025
The course Introduction to Bicycling Touring, scheduled to be held September 26, has been canceled at the request of the instrutors.
Course Canceled
Posted: 11:13 AM 9/8/2025
The course Home Surveillance Systems, scheduled to be held September 23, has been canceled due to low enrollment.
2023 Kauffman Remembrance Day and Award
In a tradition going back to 1992, a luncheon is held each year to honor the memory of Dr. Earl Kauffman, the driving force behind the creation of the Center for Lifelong Learning's predecessor organization in 1989, and the beginning of senior education in Aiken. The 2023 Kauffman Remembrance Day luncheon was held April 26 in the lobby the Etherredge Center at USC Aiken. Aiken Mayor Rick Osbon gave the invocation.
Center for Lifelong Learning (CLL) President David Tavernier gave opening remarks regarding the Center's successful completion of its second year of combined operation following the merger of the Academy for Lifelong Learning and the McGrath Computer Learning Center.
USC Aiken Chancellor Daniel Heimmermann was the keynote speaker. His talk gave an update on the current state of the University. He also provided a look into upcoming developments at the USCA campus like the Advanced Manufacturing Collaborative partnership with the US Department of Energy and the South Carolina National Guard DreamPort Cybersecurity Center.
The luncheon is funded in part by an endowment from the family of late USCA Professor James Kauffman to perpetuate the memory of his father. The event is open to all current registered members of the Center for Lifelong Learning.
Kauffman Award Presentation
Part of the Kauffman Remembrance Day memorial is the presentation of the Kauffman Award to an group or individual who has made significant contributions to the Center for Lifelong Learning. This annual award was begun in 1992, three years after the Academy for Lifelong Learning was organized.
Center Vice President Raleigh Daniel presented the award at this year's luncheon to Wayne Rickman.
David Tavernier Receives Special Recognition
The CLL Board surprised President David Tavernier with a plaque recognizing his efforts in dealing with many unique problems and difficulties arising during CLL's sometimes difficult second year. David has guided the organization successfully through this year, especially facilitating productive meetings with USCA staff that set the stage for welcome changes in the future.
Note: This article is an edited version of The Spiral by Doug Wilson.