Document Type
Presentation
Publication Date
4-10-2013
Abstract
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UMass Boston is the largest lifelong learning program in Massachusetts. It was established in 1999 as a learning community to enrich the intellectual, social, and cultural lives of adults aged 50 and older. One of our objectives is to build a sense of community – a social connection among members. In additions to our courses, we offer this opportunity through several social events a year: a holiday party, a Boston harbor cruise, museum trips, attendance at theatre events, overnight trips, and international trips. OLLI has helped the university to secure over $4 million endowments from the Osher Foundation and state matching funds. Part of the funding is used to provide scholarships to at least 10 undergraduate students each year.
Recommended Citation
Rojanawon, Wichian; Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, University of Massachusetts Boston; and Gerontology Institute, University of Massachusetts Boston, "Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI): A Program of the Gerontology Institute" (2013). Office of Community Partnerships Posters. 142.
https://scholarworks.umb.edu/ocp_posters/142
Included in
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching Commons, Civic and Community Engagement Commons
Comments
Presented as part of the poster showcase at the Office of Community Partnerships' Community-Engaged Partnerships Symposium on April 10, 2013 at UMass Boston.