Never too old to learn
- March 7, 2012
By Faith Barnidge
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥, also known as SCHOLAR-OLLI, provides a learning environment for mature learners which fosters creativity, self-discovery and peer education. I have attended many lectures and find it very enjoyable, affordable and somewhat addictive.
OLLI provides opportunities for intellectual stimulation and learning to mature students (50 and older). It features low-cost, exciting and challenging lectures, courses and field trips in the sciences, social sciences, arts and humanities, all presented by ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ emeritus faculty and other distinguished educators.
Local programs, including courses on Franz Liszt, Exploring Surrealism in Photography, the Turkish Renaissance, a Palace Hotel field trip and an America's Cup are offered in Concord, Danville and Walnut Creek at the following locations: ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥-Concord at 4700 Ygnacio Valley Road; Danville Senior Center at 400 Hartz Ave.; and the Walnut Creek Library at 1644 N. Broadway.
OLLI is sponsored by the Bernard Osher Foundation; ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥'s Concord Campus; the Cal State Division of Continuing and International Education, the ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ Foundation, the ÂãÁÄÖ±²¥ Educational Foundation, memberships and donations. For information, visit .