OLLI (the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Illinois) is supported by the Bernard Osher Foundation, the Illinois Office of the Provost, and the generous donations of OLLI members and community partners. It is part of a network of 125 OLLI programs across the United States, and there are over 170,000 members nationwide.
OLLI at Illinois was launched in the fall of 2007 with 11 courses and 297 members. News of this exciting program dedicated to the pursuit of lifelong learning spread quickly, and we now have far more programs and members per year. In addition to courses in the fall and spring semesters, OLLI offers a dynamic schedule of programs and activities that includes lectures, study groups, travel opportunities, and collaborations with the Illinois campus and the communities in and around Champaign-Urbana.
OLLI at Illinois' mission
Our mission is to provide member-driven, accessible, high-quality educational and engagement programs designed for people fifty and older connected to East Central Illinois.
Organizational Structure
OLLI is truly a member-driven learning community, guided by a volunteer Advisory Council and numerous standing committees. Find the full list of Council members and committee members.
OLLI has a permanent staff consisting of a Director, Outreach Specialist, and Office Manager.
Membership
OLLI membership is intended for people fifty or older with some connection to East Central Illinois or the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Only active OLLI members are eligible to participate in OLLI at Illinois’ programs. For membership details, please visit our Membership page.
OLLI - A Lifelong Learning Community (video)
Strategic Plan
OLLI's Campus and Community Partners
OLLI at Illinois enjoys productive collaborative relationships with many partners, both on the U. of I. campus and in the Champaign-Urbana community. Our members benefit greatly from the contributions of these partners, who enrich our programming and provide additional opportunities for engagement through special programs designed for OLLI members.
Sincerest thanks to our campus and community partners and sponsors: