About OLLI

WHAT IS OLLI?

Founded in 1987, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is a special daytime program of Northwestern's School of Continuing Studies. Members of our cooperative learning community generate an exciting and intellectually challenging curriculum of over 60 study groups, serving over 500 adults on the Evanston and Chicago campuses. Composed of seasoned learners from all walks of life, OLLI members pursue learning for pure pleasure: there are no tests, no grades, and no age restrictions. OLLI's motto is, "Curiosity Never Retires," and the OLLI experience proves it!

OLLI is committed to the concept that older adults learn best when they are active in their own learning process. Using our method of peer learning, members are enthusiastically engaged in proposing topics, facilitating study groups as coordinators, volunteering to be weekly discussion leaders, and serving on committees.

The Bernard Osher Foundation supports a growing national network of Lifelong Learning Institutes. Northwestern's program is proud to be one of the 119 OLLIs in the U.S. Join our OLLI community for a variety of learning experiences, for the pleasure of learning, and the spirit of friendship.

Learning takes a lifetime: Bring us your curiosity and we'll give you the time of your life.