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We’ve got all the details on Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Vanderbilt University.

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Learning doesn’t just happen in the classroom — OLLI includes opportunities to go on group trips + outings.

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Are you over 50 and looking for a unique way to learn new things, develop new skills, and meet new people? Let us introduce you to Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Vanderbilt University.

With a focus on the joy of learning, OLLI offers no-credit courses, programs, and trips to 50+ adults of all educational backgrounds who are seeking to interact with the world + community around them. To ensure the atmosphere stays relaxed, there is no homework, tests, or grades. Read: Pursue your interests without the pressure.

Most of the instructors are active or retired Vanderbilt faculty, meaning the instruction is top-notch. Here are some Fall 2023 courses we’re eyeing:

  • The Art of the Short Story
  • Birdwatching 101
  • Media and Politics in the Modern Age
  • Choral Singing
  • The End of Life and the Quest for Human Meaning

Want to learn more? See OLLI’s full class schedule to pick your courses. Fall registration opens today.

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Bethany is based out of Sacramento, CA, and loves the city for its sunny days and local coffee. She previously owned and operated Sacramento Press, but made her way to 6AM City so she could spend more time doing what she loves most: writing + editing. She also enjoys gardening, running, traveling, and doing almost any activity outside.