OLLI at ISU

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Iowa State University (OLLI at ISU) is a non-profit membership organization that offers lifelong learning opportunities for anyone aged 50+. With support from the Bernard Osher Foundation, ISU Alumni Association, volunteers, sponsors, and staff, OLLI at ISU members may enjoy stress-free learning with no tests, it’s simply learning for the fun of learning. Anyone age 50+ may join OLLI at ISU. Members from all backgrounds are welcome; neither a college education nor previous affiliation with a college is required. Membership is valid from July 1 through June 30 of the following year. Individuals may join at any time and are asked to renew their membership each July.

Lifelong learning opportunities with OLLI at ISU are offered in person, online, and as a combination of both. Courses are offered during three sessions each year. With topics from the fine arts to sports, mathematics to science, and everything in between there is a little something for everyone. OLLI at ISU members across the United States and Canada have joined together over the years to feed their curiosity and expand their minds.

To become a member, visit our website and complete the online membership form. Once your OLLI at ISU membership is active, we invite you to take advantage of our lifelong learning experiences as well as these additional benefits:

• Connection to a community of enthusiastic learners
• A minimum of nine OLLI Talks programs at no cost or registration
• A monthly newsletter
• Weekly Friday emails during class sessions about the next week’s activities
• Ames Chamber Artists complimentary pair of concert tickets
• Central Iowa Symphony complimentary pair of concert tickets
• Octagon Center for the Arts reusable 10% discount
• Stephens Auditorium Buy One Get One ticket offers to select shows

Mission
OLLI at ISU provides intellectual, cultural, and social adventures through lifelong learning experiences for all persons age 50+ as they grow and thrive on their life’s journey.

Vision
To be recognized as the premier, volunteer-based organization of lifelong learning experiences.

Values
Adaptability, curiosity, integrity, knowledge, and passion

Goals

• To continue to offer quality classes and experiences led by excellent leaders
• To expand the base from which OLLI participants are drawn
• To strive for financial security and sustainable growth