Become a RISE Member
Courses are offered in fall and spring semesters. Access our membership portal to create your RISE membership and learn more about courses, registration, and more.
RISE offers a vibrant and collaborative learning environment for older adults who all share a common belief that curiosity never retires. Are you at least 55 years of age and have a love of learning? If so, we invite you to join our community of lifelong learners known as RISE.
Registration for the Fall 2023 semester will open August 18, 2023.
Access the RISE Membership Portal
Active Participation and Fellowship
The Rivier Institute for Senior Education incorporates active participation and fellowship for older adults both online and on-campus at Rivier University 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, foreign languages, art, 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.
Courses are offered in fall and spring semesters. Access our membership portal to create your RISE membership and learn more about courses, registration, and more.
Our courses are led by experts and enthusiasts.
Our members receive a variety of benefits and discounts.
Support Rivier students with a gift to the RISE Memorial Scholarship.
RISE is aptly named. It gets me up in the morning to savor the day.