Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

o s h e r l i f e l o n g l e a r n i n g i n s t i t u t e | 3 | F A L L 2 0 2 1 C o u r s e C AtA L o g OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Arkansas 211 E. Dickson St., Fayetteville, AR 72701 HOURS: Weekdays 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. PHONE: 479-575-4545 WEBSITE: olli.uark.edu E-MAIL: olli@uark.edu folloW olli neWs @ oLLiatuofA notiCe: Courses listed in this catalog are off ered in the spirit of academic freedom. the osher lifelong learning institute and the university of arkansas do not endorse any creed, concept, service or product that might be presented by the instructors. Dear OLLI Community, I am delighted to see such a wonderful set of o erings for OLLI for the fall of 2021! I urge you to take a close look at the various exciting options and select at least one or two to show solidarity with our community. As we all well know, this past year has been … shall we say … unexpected. e chaos that resulted from COVID-19 kept us from all kinds of community activities—including OLLI courses. So, let's band together and show that we're ready to get back out there. Let's show that we're ready to learn something new, meet new people, and reconnect with old friends. And please also don't forget to take advantage of all the other things that come along with your OLLI membership along with classes—like performances, movies, and other special events. Most of all, thank you for being a valued member of OLLI. I look forward to seeing you at an event one of these days! Sincerely, Brian A. Primack, MD, PhD Dean, College of Education and Health Professions Professor of Public Health and Medicine All About OLLI Welcome to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Arkansas! olli at the university of arkansas was established in 2007. it is one of 123 osher lifelong learning institutes across the united states, and is the only olli in the state of arkansas. these lifelong learning programs are partially funded through the Bernard osher foundation, and each is dedicated to providing non-credit courses and continuing education opportunities to adults. olli has no academic prerequisites or age restrictions and is designed for adults who want to continue learning in their retirement years. Our Mission and Values the mission of the osher lifelong learning institute at the university of arkansas (u of a) is to provide a community of adults with a lifelong learning venue that promotes intellectual and cultural growth through exploration and discussion via diverse, high quality and aff ordable educational programs. High Quality Programs and Engaging Courses the olli curriculum committee annually develops hundreds of stimulating courses in a variety of fascinating topic areas. Programs range from one time lectures, tours, workshops, and day hikes to eight-week seminars or study groups. Courses are engaging, innovative, lively, hands-on, informative and are off ered in a variety of settings. there are no prerequisites required, no tests or exams and no age restrictions. olli courses provide the ideal environment for learning. Exceptional Instructors along with university professors and other educators, those who facilitate olli courses include experienced professionals, passionate hobbyists, researchers and distinguished scholars. olli instructors are there both to educate and to engage, and they love sharing their knowledge, expertise and fascinating stories. Special Events and Programs in addition to regular courses, olli members enjoy the opportunity to engage in monthly social and cultural events, special programs, book clubs, special interest groups, and much more. these special programs provide an opportunity to take the discussion outside the classroom, to meet new people, and to engage in unique experiences only off ered through our institute. Welcome from the Dean Brian A. Primack, MD, Ph. D. dean, College of education and health Professions Professor of Public health and Medicine at the university of arkansas olli class learns about solar panels on the roof of the fayetteville Public library.

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