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Classes are filled, registration is closed. 2027 Great Decisions will open for registration this fall.
Do you enjoy stimulating conversation? Does your intellectual curiosity burn bright? Are you interested in discussing and learning more about U.S. foreign policy and global issues?
Once again, LifeLong Learning is proud to offer America's largest discussion program on world affairs. Great Decisions is an eight-week program created by the Foreign Policy Association.
The mission of the Foreign Policy Association today, as it has been for over 100 years, is to serve as a catalyst for developing awareness, understanding, and informed opinion on U.S. foreign policy and global issues. This is the 10th year LifeLong Learning has offered the successful Great Decisions program.
How does the Great Decision program work?
- LifeLong Learning Great Decisions groups have a voice in determining foreign policy - your opinion matters so let your voice be heard!
- In LLL's Great Decisions sections, each group meets to hold informed and thoughtful discussion under the auspices of the Foreign Policy Association (FPA).
- Each week participants read the FPA 2026 Great Decisions Briefing guide (approximately twelve pages) to learn various approaches to a foreign policy issue.
- The weekly sessions begin with a professional/academic video summary of the issues, then launches into a 90 minute discussion.
- There is no need to reach a consensus: each individual sends his/her opinions to the FPA online after the session.
Summary of 2026 preliminary topics - click here Great Decisions 2026 Preliminary Topics. America and the World: Trump 2.0 Foreign Policy * Trump Tariffs and the Future of the World Economy * U.S.-China Relations * Ruptured Alliances and the Risk of Nuclear Proliferation * Ukraine and the Future of European Security *Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order * U.S. Engagement of Africa * The Future of Human Rights and International Law
How to register and join a class:
- Choose from one of four class sections and register for the class section that best meets your schedule. Sign up quickly as each session is limited to 16 participants.
- Each class section meets once a week for 8 weeks. Class sections all cover the same topics each week.
- Participants can attend another group's session if they encounter a time conflict.
- A Great Decisions 2026 book is required.
- You may purchase the book at the time that you register or purchase an e-book through Apple books, Kindle and Nook. The e-book does not include pictures and maps.
Registration limited to two (2) persons for each LLL user account.
CLASS: $10 per registration plus book cost
BOOK: $40 for purchase of Great Decisions 2026 (printed version). Book may be shared.
LOCATION: LLL Center
CAPACITY: 16 per section
REGISTRATION: CLOSED
Be sure to note on the registration form if you require the Hearing Loop. It will be available for all Sections.
Great Decisions Section 1:
Tuesdays, 4-6 p.m., Jan. 20, 27; Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; March 3, 10
Great Decisions Section 2:
Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m., Jan. 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25; March 4, 11
Great Decisions Section 3:
Fridays, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Jan. 23, 30; Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27; March 6, 13
Great Decisions Section 4:
Mondays, 4:00-6:00 p.m., Jan. 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, March 2, 9
Contact info@lifelonglearningatpc.org if you have questions about Great Decisions classes or need help with registration.