Golden Tigers
Golden Tigers Program
The Cowley College Golden Tigers program, offered to community members who are at least 50 years of age or who are fully retired, provides educational opportunities that promotes the social, intellectual, mental, spiritual, and physical well-being of its members.
Short-term classes, hands-on workshops, and enlightening day trips are offered throughout the fall and spring semesters each year. The Golden Tigers program is designed to create community for its members while enriching their lives.
Program Details
Courses
The Golden Tigers program aims to offer a cross-section of courses. Classes are created
to promote learning through a variety of avenues. We鈥檒l explore new skills and exchange
ideas. Our classes may help members develop new interests and expand their horizons,
or they may help members cultivate their interests and stay physically active. No
matter what brings you to the Golden Tigers program, we are happy to have you!
Trips
The Golden Tigers take three day trips each semester. These trips are designed to
be both fun and educational. We will travel to interesting sites and take part in
hands-on learning opportunities. Please note that each trip is graded on accessibility
in its description, but please feel free to contact the Golden Tigers Coordinator
directly for any further questions.
Service Opportunities
Throughout the semester, there might be opportunities to give back through service
within the community. Golden Tigers members will have the opportunity to learn more
about these service organizations and become involved should the program have the
chance to sponsor events and/or partnerships.
Cowley College has a variety of opportunities of which Golden Tigers can take advantage. These programs, clubs, and services are open to the public and/or our members.
Platinum Pass
The Platinum Pass is a benefit provided by Cowley College to community members aged
60 and over which allows them free admission to certain college events. The Platinum
Pass is one way for the college to show appreciation and give back to our community
for their generous support throughout the year.
Platinum passholders are eligible to receive one ticket for free admission into any Cowley College home athletic event and any Cowley College theater event. There is no limit to the number of events that a passholder can attend during the academic year.
The Platinum Pass program is separate from the Golden Tigers program, and signing up for one does not automatically enroll you in the other. Please note, the pass does not grant holders admittance into events in the Robert Brown Theatre or Cowley athletic complexes that are not a Cowley College sponsored performance or event. Additionally, the Platinum Pass excludes admittance to any production performed by a college club that is used as a fundraiser.
Qualifications: Any community member who is 60 years of age or older at the time of application and resides in Cowley, Chautauqua, Sumner, or Sedgwick County.
Platinum Passes are issued through the Workforce & Community Education Center at Cowley College. To request an application form, please reach out to wce@cowley.edu or 620-441-5225.
Class Attendance
Class attendance is not required. However, instructors work hard to prepare for these
classes. Please let your instructor know if you cannot attend a class session.
Class Cancellation
If Cowley College cancels classes, the Golden Tigers will not hold their classes.
Cowley College will post announcements on the college website and on area radio stations.
Please check before going out in bad weather.
Course Fees
There is a $5 registration fee each semester, and each class is $5. As some classes
may require additional materials or facility fees, please read the class descriptions
for any additional fees.
Course Refund Policy
Refunds are not given if you are unable to attend a class. However, you may transfer
to another class if space is available.
Trip Refund Policy
Refunds for trips are given only for family emergency, illness, or death in family.
We greatly appreciate a substitute in your place if possible.
Platinum Pass
The Platinum Pass is a benefit provided by Cowley College to community members aged 60 and over which allows them free admission to certain college events. The Platinum Pass is one way for the college to show appreciation and give back to our community for their generous support throughout the year.
Platinum passholders are eligible to receive one ticket for free admission into any Cowley College home athletic event and any Cowley College theater event. There is no limit to the number of events that a passholder can attend during the academic year.
The Platinum Pass program is separate from the Golden Tigers program, and signing up for one does not automatically enroll you in the other. Please note, the pass does not grant holders admittance into events in the Robert Brown Theatre or Cowley athletic complexes that are not a Cowley College sponsored performance or event. Additionally, the Platinum Pass excludes admittance to any production performed by a college club that is used as a fundraiser.
Qualifications: Any community member who is 60 years of age or older at the time of application and resides in Cowley, Chautauqua, Sumner, or Sedgwick County.
Platinum Passes are issued through the Workforce & Community Education Center at Cowley College. To request an application form, please reach out to wce@cowley.edu or 620-441-5225.
Mailing List
Sign up here to join the Golden Tigers mailing list to stay up to date on all the exciting classes and trips. If you are already on our mailing list but have recently had an address or phone number change, please update your information with our Golden Tigers Coordinator directly. You can call the office at 620-441-5225 or send an email to micah.fry@cowley.edu to make the changes.