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Curiosity Never Retires
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Washington University is a membership community designed for curious learners age 50+.
BROWSE FALL COURSES NOW
Fall registration begins August 27.
For late registration for Summer courses in-progress,
please contact our office at 314-935-7000
Don’t forget to sign up for OLLI’s free-to-member LECTURES & EVENTS!
Key dates & information
Summer 2024
Register now!
Classes meet July 8 – August 2
Fall 2024
Registration opens August 27th
Classes meet September 23 – November 15
Winter 2025
Registration opens December 3rd
Classes meet January 6 – March 3
Why become a Member?
- It’s stimulating, social and affordable.
- Courses, groups, events and lectures!
- $10 annual membership fee plus course fees if applicable. Many programs offered free to members!
- Formats to fit your preferences: in-person, online, or hybrid.
- Scholarships available.
About Our Programs
Courses
Weekly classes, 4 terms per year, on a wide variety of topics. Courses are noncredit and there are no exams or grades.
Writing & Storytelling
Hobbyists and professionals, join us for weekly courses. Authors come share your work and encourage each other!
Special Interest Groups
Six groups meet weekly. Online and in-person group options. New members can join quarterly.
Lectures & Events
Zoom lectures and some local outings, usually on Friday afternoons. Most are offered at no charge to members.
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Volunteer
Volunteers are the engine that keeps OLLI running! If you’d like to contribute your time and talents, learn how you can get involved.
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Facilitate A Course
OLLI members are welcome to propose and lead a course on a volunteer basis.
![John Dwyer, member since 2011](https://osher.wustl.edu/files/2019/02/Dwyer-1foy0nw.jpg)
Member since 2011
OLLI has proven to be a way to learn about new subjects and new things, with new friends who have a range of interests and expertise. I think of it as continuing my liberal arts education and opening my mind to unexpected challenges. Each term, I look forward to finding out the buffet of possibilities offered.”