Road Scholar Blog

O Canada! A land where natural history, colorful cities and great music come together in perfect harmony. This week we’re taking you on a virtual musical tour of our 2020 Campus of the Year, as we examine the songs of popular artists and their roots in Canadian history and culture.

Looking for a way to keep “traveling” even from home? Road Scholar participant Bobbie Herron shares some travel journal ideas to keep you learning about the world with a little research, creativity and imagination.

Unravel the myths of Ancient Greece on a virtual field trip to Crete – the largest of the Greek islands – and discover why it’s a perfect destination for history buffs and food lovers.

Take a virtual stroll along the Thames, catch a matinee at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and wander the halls of The British Museum. This week’s Armchair Explorer destination is … London!

As a caregiver to her daughter who is fighting Multiple Sclerosis, Dessa was in need of respite. She received for a caregiver scholarship and set off to Lake Superior. Read about her Road Scholar journey.

The majesty of Yosemite National Park is undeniable, and its stunning landmarks are well-documented online – making it easy to take a virtual tour from the comfort of your own home! Come with us as we explore the nation’s fifth most-visited national park and learn its history together.

When a Road Scholar participant attends a learning adventure, it is obvious how they deepen and enrich their own lives through the experience. But have you ever considered the impact he or she makes on individuals and communities around the world?

The Large Impact a Small School Has On the Community Just under 9 miles outside of bustling town of Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, lies a dusty, rural village that could not be more different from its city neighbor. With residents subsisting by cattle ra...

The women in Judith Bair’s family tend to age well. Both of her grandmothers lived long into their 90s; her mother, Helen — who currently lives with Judith on her farm in Sinks Grove, West Virginia — is 101. Judith, 77, has been her mother’s primary caregiver for the past decade. Although Helen is in relatively good health for a centenarian, she is bound to a wheelchair and needs constant attention.

This week on The Armchair Explorer … an investigation of America’s architectural gems! Our virtual architecture tour starts in the Southwest and proceeds throughout the country. Are you ready to journey with us?