Why We Started The Midlife Academy
Welcome to the Midlife Academy podcast! Join hosts Kate Schaefers and Briana Smith, The Midlife Academy director and program manager, respectively, as they kick off conversations about navigating life's exciting next chapters. Whether you're considering a career shift, rethinking retirement, or simply seeking new meaning, we’re here to explore these journeys with purpose and clarity.
Briana Smith is the program manager and Kate Schaefers is the director of Lifelong Learning programs at the University of Minnesota College of Continuing and Professional Studies. Learn more about The Midlife Academy.
Episode Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Introduction to the Midlife Academy Podcast
0:00:34 - Why the University of Minnesota launched the Midlife Academy
0:01:42 - Defining "Midlife"
0:02:56 - Diverse reasons for seeking midlife support
0:04:31 - Structure of Midlife Academy courses
0:06:38 - Common themes and challenges at midlife
0:09:17 - The shift from success to significance and finding meaning
0:10:51 - Spotlight on the "Cultivating Purpose" course
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Explore The Midlife Academy
Ready to redefine your purpose and direction? Whether you're exploring new career paths, rethinking life goals, or simply seeking renewed meaning, you'll get expert insights via online and in-person courses, webinars, and podcasts. Discover what's next at The Midlife Academy.
