Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)

Satisfy your curiosity. Sharpen your mind. Share your passions. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at »¨¶ùÖ±²¥ University of California was designed for lifelong learners like you.

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Welcome to OLLI

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is a community of adults, who believe in lifelong learning, engagement and exploration. While OLLI's not-for-credit courses and workshops are designed for adults 50 and older, there is no age limit on membership, so if you find our programs attractive, we encourage you to apply! Our courses cover a wide range of topics, including art history, film, history, politics and economics, literature and language, and science. There are no mandatory exams, assignment or grades. We invite you to continue your journey of lifelong learning through our courses, lectures, and clubs.

Summer 2025 will be fun and you won't want to miss it. A 4-week course only costs $80. If you are a new member, the cost is $64. Take unlimited OLLI courses this summer for $250! We are also offering a range of Osher Online courses taught by experts from all over the USA. These 6-week courses are $90 each, but »¨¶ùÖ±²¥ and Premium members get a $40 discount on each course. Make sure to register today!

Course Descriptions

Thank you for ALL of the wonderful opportunities that our OLLI program offers... the wonderful and exciting courses, amazing instructors and enjoyable events are such a wonderful gift.

– Etty D.

Summer 2025 Open House 

If you missed the Open House on June 9, don't worry! You can watch the recording. Click the button below to view. Passcode: 2h*BU&W^

Class Preview: The American Revolution - Richard Bell

Professor Richard Bell discuss his upcoming summer 2025 course on the American Revolution. The online, Zoom class begins Thursday, July 10 at 10 a.m. Registration is now open! Contact us for assistance or register online.

Avoiding Financial Scams Presentation

Many seniors in Marin are finding themselves targeted by fraudsters. If you missed the FAST team's presentation on avoiding financial scams, you can still view it! Watch the recording below and learn about strategies and tools to mitigate the risk of being scammed. Passcode: W9H%@K9P

Contact Information

The OLLI Office is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Office Staff is available via email or phone, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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We know your gift is an honor bestowed upon »¨¶ùÖ±²¥ University of California. It is our privilege to accept your gift and our obligation to ensure its proper stewardship. Thank you for your investment in us.

Meet the OLLI Team

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Calum MacKechnie, MEd

Director of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
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Gina Pandiani

Program Manager, OLLI

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