Acadia Senior College
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Stimulation. Knowledge. Interaction. Fun.

Acadia Senior College offers interesting talks, informative classes, lively discussions, field trips, retreats,
and fun gatherings.

Located on Mount Desert Island, Acadia Senior College is an educational organization providing intellectual stimulation, practical knowledge, social interaction, and fun primarily for adults over 50. We welcome you to explore our course offerings and community events.

Are We Ready for the Next Pandemic?

Nirav D. Shah, MD, JD, is an epidemiologist, economist and attorney. He recently served as the Principal Deputy Director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

In 2015, Dr. Shah was appointed Director of the Illinois Department of Public Health. In 2019, he became Director of the Maine CDC. While in medical school, Dr. Shah worked at the Ministry of Health of Cambodia where he assisted with outbreak investigations and aided the country’s responses to SARS and avian influenza. 

Dr. Shah is currently a visiting professor at Colby College.