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What is U3A?

It is a unique and exciting self-help educational movement for people no longer in full-time work (the Third Age).  It offers the opportunity to pursue learning for sheer enjoyment and for its own sake.  U3A stands for University of the Third Age and is part of an international network.

Who can join Sheffield U3A?

Anyone in the Third Age can join.  All you need is interest and enthusiasm and the willingness to join in group activities.

We have members not students. Groups are formed whenever three or more people share an interest, and a coordinator can be found.

What Sheffield U3A offers

The purpose of the U3A movement is to enrich the lives of its members, and Sheffield U3A seeks to do this through supporting over 150 groups engaged in over 50 different activities (go to find a group for a full list).

When you join, you will receive a copy of Links, our free newsletter, published every two months (you can read the current issue here).  Four times a year you will also receive by post a free copy of U3A News, the national magazine.

Are there social activities?

Yes, see Social,Traveland Classical Concertgoers.

How do groups function?

Groups run themselves, led by a coordinator who is a member of the group.  Meetings are held in our homes or other premises as needed.

All U3A study and activity groups are led by volunteers.  If you have a skill or interest which you would like to share with others, U3A can provide the opportunity.

What is the cost?

All U3As set their own annual subscription, part of which is paid as a capitation fee to maintain our national office.  The subscription in Sheffield is £7 a year.

Individual groups may make a small charge to cover administration.

How do I find out more?

1.Browse this website.

2.Contact the Sheffield U3A Enquiry Officer, Mrs Rita Webster, "Horsley Rise", Main Road, Holmsfield, Sheffield, S18 7WB telephone (0114) 289 1351

3. Come along to a New Members' Meeting where we welcome new and prospective members and help them to feel at home by telling them about U3A in general and Sheffield U3A in particular.

 

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