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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is OLLI?
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at OSU offers short classes, tours, and international travel, all for the joy of learning. Our in-person offerings are held in Stillwater, OKC, and Tulsa, and beginning Fall ‘26, we offer a wide array of online classes from Osher Online.
Ask about our 50% public servant discount for teachers, first responders, military service members, retirees from these fields, or veterans!
Our focus population is 50+, but any adult can join OLLI. To learn more, visit our website featured in our program ad. For as little as $40 for your annual membership, you'll be glad you invested in the joy of learning.
How Is OLLI at OSU Funded?
All operating costs are funded by the Bernard Osher Foundation, membership fees, individual donors, and Oklahoma State University, with special thanks to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute National Resource Center and the OSU College of Education and Human Sciences.
How Do I Become an OLLI Member?
You must be an OLLI member to enroll in any OLLI courses. OLLI memberships operate on a rolling basis and last for one year; memberships purchased this fall, for example, will last through fall, spring, and summer. Membership dues are paid annually and entitle the holder to participate in courses as well as social events, travel opportunities, special events, and OLLI committees.
Memberships may not be shared or transferred to another party; however, OLLI members are strongly encouraged to bring guests. Just let your local coordinator know your guest’s name at check in (please know that guest passes do not apply to travel courses or those with materials fees – all attendees must register in those cases so that expenses are covered). Each guest may visit one time per year without purchasing a membership.
You can join OLLI at any time; when joining mid-session, your membership will be for the remainder of that session plus the following two, as all memberships span 3 consecutive sessions.
What Type of Memberships Does OLLI Offer?
Premium Annual Membership $250/year
This membership enables you to enroll in an unlimited number of courses during fall, spring and summer sessions.
À La Carte Annual Membership $40/year
This reduced-cost membership allows you to pay by the course, ranging $15 - $35 depending on the duration of the course during the fall, spring and summer sessions.
OSU Retiree 1st Year Premium Membership Discount $125/year
Faculty and staff who retire from OSU and select our premium membership receive this special 50% discount during their first year of membership with OLLI. There is no additional charge for unlimited course registration for this membership type. This is not a public facing membership; please call the office to sign up.
Public Servant Premium Membership $125/year
This 50% discount offers unlimited courses with no additional registration fee for pre-K-12 teachers, first responders, military service members and veterans (includes those retired from these fields) and offers unlimited enrollment in courses with no additional registration fee. This is a lasting discount at 50% off regular membership as long as the person is an OLLI member.
Public Servant A La Carte Membership $20/year
With this 50% public servant discount for pre-K-12 teachers, first responders, military service members and veterans (includes those retired from these fields), this reduced-cost membership allows you to pay by the course, ranging $15 - $35 depending on the duration of the course during the fall, spring and summer sessions. This is a lasting discount at 50% off a regular membership as long as the person is an OLLI member.
What Does My Membership Include?
• Full Member Benefits and Discounts
• Special Interest Groups
• OLLI e-newsletter
• Invitation to special OLLI events
• Access to our Town Hall series each Fall and Spring at no additional cost
• Volunteer opportunities
• Access to Osher Online courses
• The opportunity to travel with other OLLI members
What Kind of Classes Does OLLI Offer?
OLLI at OSU offers courses on the sciences engineering and mathematics (STEM), the arts and literature, history, current events, health & wellness, writing, movement courses, and more. We also host social events, travel opportunities (international and across the U.S.), and in-state trips/tours.
Where Can I Take OLLI at OSU Courses?
Courses are in person in Oklahoma City, Stillwater, and Tulsa as well as online. In addition to our local online programming, we’re a proud Osher Online site. This adds 20-30 online course options to our schedule each fall, winter, spring, and summer.
How Do I Enroll In OLLI at OSU Courses?
To learn how to enroll in OLLI @ OSU courses click here.
How Long Is an OLLI Course?
Courses vary in duration from a single, one-hour session to eight-week, two-hour courses (and a wide variety in between).
We have four sessions each year: fall, spring, summer, plus a fully online winter session.
Why Teach for OLLI?
OLLI members are brilliant, curious, and a joy to spend time with. If you volunteer as an instructor for OLLI, you'll have the opportunity to share your unique expertise and/or passions. Whether it's your phenomenal gardening skills or a niche professional knowledge base, we'd love to hear from you!
For OSU faculty, OLLI is a great place to pilot new courses, share your latest research, and gather input on emerging ideas. Our members come from a wide array of backgrounds and draw from an amazing breadth of experiences, so they ask the best questions and offer valuable insights.
How do I Apply to Teach for OLLI?
In our digital Course Catalog, under the category “Get involved” you’ll find our “Teach with OLLI” link. Complete the course proposal form found there.
How Can I Give to OLLI at OSU?
1. Go to: OLLI.okstate.edu
2. Click “Give to OLLI” under “Additional Resources” at the bottom of the page.
3. Follow further instructions as the OSU Foundation walks you through what you can do to help the OLLI at OSU community.
Your gift will go toward expanding our Faculty Fellows program that will bring in more current OSU faculty to teach with OLLI, our Place-Based Learning Initiative that will offer us the opportunity to bring in a nationally known speaker each year (start date will depend on fundraising efforts) with Oklahoma roots, funding our scholarship program that ensures OLLI is accessible to everyone, and other efforts to expand opportunities for OLLI members.
All donations and contributions to OLLI are tax deductible. If you wish to make a donation that exceeds the online maximum of $50,000, or a donation that does not meet the online minimum of $10, contact the OSU Foundation at 800-622-4678. We welcome cash, check, non-cash items and estate gifts with enormous gratitude. Thank you for considering supporting lifelong learning!
How Will I Know If a Course Is Canceled?
OLLI will email and text if a course is canceled for any reason. If the university or nearby public schools are closed for inclement weather, OLLI courses will also be canceled.
How Do I Find My OLLI Username or Reset My Password?
Retrieve Username and Password Instructions
Go to our enrollment website here: https://www.campusce.net/okstateolli/account/signin.aspx
Follow the instructions for each prompt below. REMINDER: your username is your email address if your account was created by the OLLI team.
To sign in into your account go click on the “Sign In” tab and sign in to existing account. Pardon the Seattle skyline; we are still updating to reflect on our site.
Sign In to Existing Account
If you have an existing account and do not remember your username or password, DO NOT create another account. Click on the links “Find My Username” or “Reset my Password” under the “Sign In” button on the left side of your screen. See image below.
After you click on “Find My Username” or “Reset My Password” a new page will open:
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