Curriculum

The Encore Fellows program offers a dynamic and personalized learning experience for participants. The program begins with a series of required seminars, each lasting approximately 1.5 hours per week over four weeks. Additionally, participants can design their own academic journey by selecting university courses that align with their personal interests and goals. These additional classes, typically spanning 15 weeks, offer flexibility in both subject matter and time commitment, empowering fellows to tailor their experience to their passions and aspirations.

Spring

ENC 101 A Life Worth Living: Create Your Path, Your Purpose Part I
4 weeks | Wednesday | 5-6:30 p.m.

This foundational core seminar is a holistic journey exploring the wisdom of classical and contemporary writers and thinkers who offer ideas that inspire and enlighten our journey as we create the next path of our lives.

 ENC 102 Wisdom and Wholeness Part I
4 weeks | Wednesday | 5-6:30 p.m.

This foundational core seminar is about the care of the whole person—intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, socially, physically. Encore Fellows will be introduced to a wide program of experiences and practices that serve to refresh, reinvigorate the well-being of the whole person.

1-2 Elective Courses

Participants can meet with their adviser to select courses that match their interests.

Fall

ENC 101 A Life Worth Living: Create Your Path, Your Purpose Part II
4 weeks | Wednesday | 5-6:30 p.m.

Building on Part I, this seminar continues the exploration of ideas from classical and contemporary thinkers, fostering intellectual and personal growth.

ENC 102 Wisdom and Wholeness Part II
4 weeks | Wednesday | 5-6:30 p.m.

A continuation of Part I, this seminar deepens participants’ understanding of holistic well-being, offering additional tools and practices to enhance personal fulfillment.

ENC 103 Lead and Serve | Optional
4 weeks

This optional seminar invites Encore Fellows to use their wisdom, experience and talents to address a local problem, issue or need. Participants work collaboratively to develop solutions, fostering a spirit of community engagement and service.

1-2 Elective Courses

Participants can meet with their adviser to select courses that match their interests.

Additional Enrichment Opportunities

Offered throughout the program

Meeting of the Minds

Meeting of the Minds is a bi-weekly wine and cheese discussion with Encore faculty and Encore Fellows discussing a wide variety of topics and issues that will stimulate thinking and conversation.

Cultural and Academic Events

Encore Fellows have access to Sacred Heart University's rich array of events, including lectures, colloquia, theatre performances, films, concerts, art exhibits and athletic events. These opportunities enrich the program experience and foster a sense of community.