activities · 20
what they do
direct service · 17
- Arts and Culture Programs Artist Support ProgramsProvides instruction in fine arts like watercolor and oil painting, conducts workshops in literary arts such as memoir and poetry writing, hosts free public concerts featuring University of Arizona faculty and students, and maintains an art gallery.
- Arts and Culture Programs Artist Support ProgramsProvides instruction in fine arts like watercolor and oil painting, conducts workshops in literary arts such as memoir and poetry writing, hosts musical performances by University of Arizona faculty and students, and maintains an art gallery open to the public.
- Community Engagement and Outreach Member Engagement & Ambassador ProgramsOperates an Outreach Program for members to contribute to society, supports The Vail Chorale, runs a reading program with Vail Public Schools, and facilitates members volunteering across Tucson, mentoring students, and sharing professional skills with local organizations.
- Community Outreach and Volunteerism Member Engagement & Ambassador ProgramsOperates an Outreach Program for members to contribute to society, supports The Vail Chorale, runs a reading program with Vail Public Schools, and facilitates members volunteering across Tucson, mentoring students, and sharing professional skills with local organizations.
- Facilitates lifelong learning and skill-building workshops Adult Lifelong Learning ClassesProvides hands-on workshops and classes in literary arts (memoir, poetry, storytelling), technology (iPhone/iPad training), and other practical subjects. Offers a Great Courses DVD collection, recorded lectures, and musical performances for ongoing member education.
- Hosts weekly educational lectures and scholarly discussions Adult Lifelong Learning ClassesOffers weekly lectures, classes, and scholarly discussions on diverse topics including science, humanities, local history, and the arts, led by University of Arizona faculty, regional experts, and member experts. These include formal presentations, informal class series, and panel discussions, often followed by interactive Q&A sessions.
- Lifelong Learning Programs Adult Lifelong Learning ClassesOffers weekly lectures, classes, and scholarly discussions led by retired professionals, subject matter experts, and University of Arizona faculty and students, covering diverse topics from science and math to arts, humanities, and local history. These programs include interactive Q&A sessions and informal class series.
- Member Library and Resource Access Residential Community Library ServicesOperates a library with over 700 books, including a "Southwest Collection" and books authored by residents, provides access to digitized educational and cultural content, and offers members access to the University of Arizona library.
- Member Resource AccessProvides members with access to the University of Arizona library, an on-site library with over 700 books (including a Southwest Collection and resident-authored books), professional office equipment, and digitized educational and cultural content such as recorded lectures and musical performances.
- Member Social and Recreational ActivitiesOrganizes special one-time programs, social activities, play groups, photography clubs, and guided field trips to regional points of interest for its members.
- Operates outreach and community service programs Member Engagement & Ambassador ProgramsRuns an Outreach Program that enables members to contribute to the broader community through volunteering, mentoring students, judging science fairs, guest speaking in classrooms, and partnering with local organizations such as Vail Public Schools on reading programs.
- Organizes musical performances and arts programming Artist Support ProgramsHosts weekly and one-time musical performances featuring University of Arizona faculty, students, and professional artists, including concerts in its Signature Series. Also offers fine arts instruction in watercolor and oil painting, maintains the ASA Art Gallery, and hosts public art openings and member art exhibits.
- Provides access to educational resources and facilitiesOffers members access to the University of Arizona library via the Cat Card program, maintains an internal library with over 700 books including a Southwest Collection and member-authored works, and provides access to seminar rooms, office equipment, and a DVD collection for films and educational content.
- Social and Recreational ActivitiesOffers special one-time programs, social activities, facilitates participation in a play group, photography clubs, and organizes guided field trips to regional points of interest for hands-on learning experiences.
- Supports member engagement through social and cultural activitiesOrganizes field trips to regional points of interest, photography clubs, play groups, guided excursions on topics like immigration and Biosphere 2, and social events. Also facilitates member participation in theater productions and volunteer activities across Tucson.
- Technology Training Digital Literacy Support for Job SeekersProvides hands-on technology training for devices like iPhone and iPad, along with other "how-to" courses.
- Technology Training Digital Literacy Support for Job SeekersOffers hands-on technology training for devices like iPhone and iPad, along with other "how-to" courses for members.
capacity building · 3
- Engages members in organizational leadership and capacity building Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingOffers opportunities for members to serve on committees and boards to shape programming and operations, and encourages members to share professional skills with Tucson-area organizations in arts, music, philanthropy, and civic leadership.
- Member-Led Program Development Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingOffers opportunities for members to serve on committees and boards to shape Academy programming and operations, and to curate the organization's library and website.
- Organizational Governance and Member Engagement Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingOffers opportunities for members to serve on committees and boards to shape Academy programming and operations, and allows members to curate the organization's library and website.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Community Engagement Through Senior Expertise community engagement and intellectual stimulationChannels the skills and experience of senior members into community service, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to organizations across the Tucson region, thereby linking personal engagement with regional impact.
- Community Engagement Through Senior Expertise community engagement and intellectual stimulationFosters regional community impact by organizing and mobilizing retired professionals to contribute their skills and time to local organizations, creating reciprocal value between the Academy and the Southern Arizona region.
- Flexible Access to ProgrammingExpands access to educational content by offering virtual attendance options via Zoom, ensuring inclusivity for members who are unable to participate in person.
- Fostering an Intellectual Community of Retired Professionals fostering intellectual communityBuilds a self-sustaining intellectual community by convening retired professionals in a shared environment that promotes learning, creative expression, and mutual stimulation, reinforcing engagement through peer-driven participation.
- Lifelong Learning and Intellectual Community Building lifelong learning and community engagementProvides structured lifelong learning and fosters an intellectual community by offering regular lectures and creative engagement opportunities that support retired professionals in continuing personal growth, productivity, and knowledge exchange.
- Lifelong Learning and Intellectual Community Building lifelong learning and community engagementProvides structured lifelong learning through regular lectures and intellectual engagement, operating on the theory that retirement is a phase of continued growth, creativity, and contribution, and that sustained cognitive stimulation enhances well-being and community impact.
- Lifelong Learning as a Foundation for Growth and Service lifelong learning and community engagementOperates on the theory that retirement is an active phase for intellectual, creative, and civic development, providing structured learning and engagement opportunities to support continued personal growth and community contribution.
- Online Resource Accessibility online catalogEnables members to access library resources remotely through an online catalog (TinyCat), improving usability and engagement with its collection.
- University Partnership Model university-partnership_modelCollaborates with academic departments at the University of Arizona to co-deliver educational and cultural programming for seniors, leveraging institutional resources and expertise to enhance lifelong learning opportunities.
- University Partnership Model for Senior Education university-partnership_modelCollaborates with academic departments at the University of Arizona to co-deliver educational and cultural programming, leveraging institutional resources and expertise to enhance learning opportunities for seniors.
- University Partnership Model for Senior Education university-partnership_modelCollaborates with academic departments at the University of Arizona to co-develop and deliver educational and cultural programming, leveraging institutional resources and expertise to enhance learning opportunities for seniors.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
ASA Art Gallery
Rotating art exhibitions by ASA instructors and members, open to both residents and the public
ASA Concert Series
Free weekly musical performances in the Koffler Great Room featuring University of Arizona faculty and guest artists, open to the public
Book Share
Reading partnership program with Vail Public Schools where ASA members support student literacy
Field Trips and Outings
Curated educational excursions to sites such as Biosphere 2 and poetry readings, focused on experiential learning for members
Lifelong Learning Lectures
Twice-weekly lectures by University of Arizona faculty, regional experts, and ASA members on topics ranging from neuroscience to global diplomacy, open to the public with Q&A sessions
Member-Led Workshops
Peer-led classes in oil painting, memoir writing, technology training, and other subjects for ASA members
relationships · 12
who they work with
- Academy Services Corporation Partner — Co-owner of real property in Academy Village under the Restated REA agreement
- Academy Village Partner — Based within the Academy Village community.
- Home Owners Association Partner — Co-owner of real property in Academy Village under the Restated REA agreement
- TinyCat Partner — Uses TinyCat for its online library catalog.
- Tucson Unified (TUSD) districts Partner — Maintains a deep investment in the district, with members mentoring students, consulting on enrichment programs, judging science fairs, and serving as classroom guest speakers.
- University of Arizona Partner — Faculty from the university speak often at ASA lectures, sometimes with encore performances of popular public events on campus.
- University of Arizona Partner — Features faculty artists from the University of Arizona in concerts and lectures.
- University of Arizona Partner — Hosted a presentation by Dr. Lindsay Halladay, Assistant Professor in the Department of Neuroscience at the University of Arizona.
- University of Arizona Partner — Long-standing partnership includes frequent lectures and concerts by U of A faculty and students, and several ASA members hold faculty positions or fellowships across diverse departments.
- University of Arizona Partner — Provides faculty, student involvement, and program expertise to the Arizona Senior Academy; facilitates library access for ASA members.
- University of Arizona Library system Partner — Provides members with full on-campus and online access to the University of Arizona Library system.
- Vail Public Schools Partner — Maintains a deep investment in the district, with members mentoring students, consulting on enrichment programs, judging science fairs, and serving as classroom guest speakers. Also partners on a reading program.