OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute

In partnership with the Bernard Osher Foundation, the OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Colorado State University is an innovative educational program. The program is designed to help people 50 years of age or better, or anyone with a curious mind, renew their enthusiasm for learning in a relaxed atmosphere.

Get Involved

Get involved — membership in OLLI means you join a dynamic community of lifelong learners who understand that life is enhanced through learning. Our instructors are distinguished, active and emeritus faculty, scholars, and professionals in the community. The emphasis of the course offerings is increasing knowledge, engagement and community building.

We invite you to become one of the thousands of energetic individuals nationwide who have already accepted the invitation to:

  • Become an active participant of a dynamic learning community
  • Engage with others who are seeking intellectual opportunities
  • Satisfy your curiosity
  • Have fun in a relaxed atmosphere where courses are offered for the pure pleasure of learning (no exams, no grades)
  • Learn from top-notch instructors who are experts in their fields
  • Participate in a broad spectrum of social and cultural events
  • Be a part of our pioneering effort

Steve AllenThe two Osher Lifelong Learning Institute classes I've just finished may have been very diverse in their content, but both were taught by world-class instructors in a very supportive environment.

– Steve Allen

Contact Us

Email: jmorgenweck@learn.colostate.edu
Phone: (970) 491-7753
Fax: (970) 491-7885
By Mail:

OSHER Lifelong Learning Institute
Colorado State University
Spruce Hall, 1040 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-1040