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Explore the history, traditions, and behind-the-scenes operation of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Cornhusker Marching Band. Discover the ensemble’s evolution, musical style, game-day preparation, and the dedication required of its student musicians. Learn how the “Pride of All Nebraska” brings its performances to life. A guided tour of the new building will follow the presentation.

Cooking for one or two can be satisfying, wholesome and enjoyable! Learn how smaller households can embrace the joy of nourishing meals with ease, creativity and confidence. Discover how to plan, shop and prepare intentional and nutritious meals scaled for one or two.

Cooking for one or two can be satisfying, wholesome and enjoyable! Learn how smaller households can embrace the joy of nourishing meals with ease, creativity and confidence. Discover how to plan, shop and prepare intentional and nutritious meals scaled for one or two.

Let’s add some Olé! to your Cinco De Mayo party! In this hands-on course, create easy, flavorful Mexican entrées, sides and perhaps a dessert. Bring your enthusiasm for a fun time in the kitchen!

Build or expand your knowledge of the game of volleyball. Learn about the various aspects of the game, including rules, strategies, positions, and formations. Discover how recruiting works in volleyball and how players end up at their respective colleges. Whether you’re cheering on a friend, a family member or a young woman playing the game in the “volleyball state” of Nebraska, you’ll learn a ton and have a great time in the process.

Finding and preparing art activities to do with grandchildren, or other young people in your life, can be overwhelming. Learn professional tips about suitable supplies and setting up for projects and obtain step-by-step guidelines for quality art experiences you’ll both enjoy. Art projects will be demonstrated by the instructor for your future use.

Lila Mae’s Southern Kitchen is the place to satisfy your cravings for something different. The menu for this event offers your choice of three main dishes, which we will gather after the Registration Deadline: corn meal crusted whiting fish, okra vegetarian stew, or Nashville hot chicken strips. Top off your meal with either a sweet peach cobbler or butter cake. Come join this epicurean experience and learn about the origins of the restaurant and its recipes.

Advance your home yoga practice through dynamic sequences that integrate meditation, breathwork, and mindful movement. This course emphasizes flowing asanas to enhance balance, strength, and flexibility, fostering a deeper mind- body connection. Designed for those with prior Hatha or Vinyasa experience or completion of OLLI Gentle Yoga. A yoga mat is recommended; please consult your physician before participating.

Explore what blockchain is and why it matters—without the technical jargon. Learn how this technology keeps information secure, how it protects cybercurrencies like Bitcoin, and how it’s used in areas such as finance, healthcare, and recordkeeping. Learn how data is stored, shared, and kept private, and look at real-world examples of blockchain in action. This session offers a clear, practical introduction for anyone curious about this fast-growing technology.

Explore what blockchain is and why it matters—without the technical jargon. Learn how this technology keeps information secure, how it protects cybercurrencies like Bitcoin, and how it’s used in areas such as finance, healthcare, and recordkeeping. Learn how data is stored, shared, and kept private, and look at real-world examples of blockchain in action. This session offers a clear, practical introduction for anyone curious about this fast-growing technology.

Use your kayaking skills to explore one of the many state recreation lakes around Lincoln. Spend the afternoon paddling at Pawnee Lake and Middle Creek, which feeds this reservoir and will provide a great opportunity to see birds and other wildlife. This class is targeted toward paddlers who have participated in one of the previous kayaking classes. All kayaking equipment is provided. You must provide your own entry fee into State Recreation Area.

Although Kansas lies outside the South, it holds a rich civil rights history. Explore two pivotal stories: the landmark Supreme Court case “Brown v. Board of Education,” centered on a young Black girl seeking to attend her neighborhood school in Topeka—now a national historic site—and the founding of Nicodemus by Black homesteaders. A descendant shares this history. Join OLLI members on a three-day trip to these significant sites.

Whether you intend to register for the trip or not, all OLLI members are welcome to attend this course.

Although Kansas lies outside the South, it holds a rich civil rights history. Explore two pivotal stories: the landmark Supreme Court case “Brown v. Board of Education,” centered on a young Black girl seeking to attend her neighborhood school in Topeka—now a national historic site—and the founding of Nicodemus by Black homesteaders. A descendant shares this history. Join OLLI members on a three-day trip to these significant sites.

Whether you intend to register for the trip or not, all OLLI members are welcome to attend this course.

The ukulele is an easy instrument to learn. Have fun singing, strumming, and learning with fellow OLLI members. Learning a new instrument keeps the brain sharp, and fingering the ukulele helps arthritic hands. You don’t have to know how to read music to take this class. Any standard "C tuning" ukulele may be used. Bring your own ukulele and music stand; and, members may check out a beginner ukulele from any public library in advance.

Discover what assisted senior living can offer through tours of five Lincoln communities. Session one provides an overview of key factors to consider, including social, physical, medical, and financial aspects when choosing an assisted living option. Each following session features a guided tour of a different assisted living community, highlighting unit types, pricing, amenities, and dining. Gain valuable insight into the unique character of each location and start your search with a well-informed, first-hand perspective.

‘Votes for Women' was a three-generation battle nationally and in Nebraska where our foremothers' efforts included three statewide suffrage votes and Susan B. Anthony touring the state. Explore the women who led and created strategies nationally. Meet the Nebraska Suffs who spent 65 years fighting the antis with ever-changing tactics creating, in the end, a unanimous vote of our state Legislature to ratify the 19th amendment.

‘Votes for Women' was a three-generation battle nationally and in Nebraska where our foremothers' efforts included three statewide suffrage votes and Susan B. Anthony touring the state. Explore the women who led and created strategies nationally. Meet the Nebraska Suffs who spent 65 years fighting the antis with ever-changing tactics creating, in the end, a unanimous vote of our state Legislature to ratify the 19th amendment.

Journey to northeast Nebraska to discover the lives of two individuals whose voices shaped history and culture. At the John G. Neihardt State Historical Site in Bancroft, explore the legacy of Nebraska’s poet laureate and his search for meaning through story. After a boxed lunch at the Neihardt Center, travel to Walthill and visit the Dr. Susan La Flesche Picotte Center to learn how compassion, courage, and service transformed health care and community life. Between Bancroft and Walthill, we’ll stop at the Bancroft Cemetery to view the graves of Dr. Susan and her family.

Explore the science, modern treatments, and holistic support systems part of the journey through cancer. This course, tailored for OLLI, includes a tour of the state-of-the-art April Sampson Cancer Center. Meet oncologists, researchers, and health professionals to learn about innovative therapies, precision medicine, and the role of technology in cancer diagnosis and treatment. View advanced medical equipment, experience the healing arts, and see how the center supports Nebraska’s cancer patients with compassion and innovation.

Hearing and balance are essential to communication, safety, and well-being, yet many adults lack a clear understanding of how these systems function. Receive an accessible overview of the auditory and vestibular systems, common hearing and balance disorders, risk factors, prevention, and treatment options. Explore current technologies, resources, and practical strategies that support better hearing, balance, and informed decision-making for individuals and families.

Review the course syllabus for details on each week’s topics: https://go.unl.edu/4hm3

Hearing and balance are essential to communication, safety, and well-being, yet many adults lack a clear understanding of how these systems function. Receive an accessible overview of the auditory and vestibular systems, common hearing and balance disorders, risk factors, prevention, and treatment options. Explore current technologies, resources, and practical strategies that support better hearing, balance, and informed decision-making for individuals and families.

Review the course syllabus for details on each week’s topics: https://go.unl.edu/4hm3