Delve into the rich history, theory and evolution of ancient acupuncture and East Asian medicine. Explore basic practices and diagnostic techniques and their adoption in the west. Gain basic insight into meridians, adjunct therapies, herbal formulas, single herbs, and the benefits these modalities bring to the modern human.
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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.
Gain insights needed to navigate tariffs, legislative gaps, shifting market prospects and the impact on farm incomes and state revenues. Agricultural producers in 2026 face complex challenges with ongoing trade volatility and policy uncertainty. We will analyze the livestock sector, specifically the cattle cycle and impacts of the Tyson plant closure, then evaluate agricultural policy impacts on farm and ranch decisions. We conclude with an examination of crop marketing and the 2026 grain outlook.
Examine Revelation chapters 1-3 as the gateway to the book’s apocalyptic message. Gain a clear introduction to apocalyptic literature with attention to key symbols and numerology that shape the text’s meaning. Focus on the Seven Churches, exploring their historical context and the messages they carried for early believers. Consider how these themes and insights continue to speak to modern Christians today.
Discover how researchers at UNL are unlocking the secrets of the canine mind. Explore the Many Dogs Project and ongoing work in the Department of Psychology and Center for Brain, Biology and Behavior. Learn how scientists study dog cognition and behavior—and what these findings reveal about how dogs think, learn, and connect with humans.
Relax the body and soothe the mind from the comfort of your own home in a remote yoga experience. All you need is a chair with no arm rests and some comfy clothes or pajamas. Expect gentle mobility, breathing techniques, and mindful movement to improve sleep quality, reduce stress and enhance overall well-being.
Build confidence, clarity, and comfort in a wide range of real-life speaking/presenting situations. Practical techniques, tips, and tools to employ whether you’re looking to get more involved, speak up with ease, or simply feel steadier when your voice needs to be heard in a live setting or over Zoom. A follow-up OLLI class will offer supportive practical opportunities for presentations.
Learn who maintains the wetlands and recreational trails beyond city limits, who built the levee protecting the City of Lincoln, and who manages the reservoirs scattered across the rural landscape. Discover the many facets of the Lower Platte South Natural Resources District and examine how it advances its mission to conserve land, water, and wildlife while supporting environmental education initiatives throughout the district.
Discover the places that both royalty and people of other classes visited in London and the areas around it, especially those that people can still visit today. These include the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, St. Paul’s Church, Hampton Court, and the Globe Theatre. Learn about Stratford, where the playwright Shakespeare came from and where his plays are still performed today. Enjoy discussing stories and legends about these exciting places.
Learn about the early military posts (1795-1866) built on the lands which became the territory and then the state of Nebraska. These forts were some of the first permanent inroads to Nebraska, where the Native and Euro-American made connections leading to trade, exploration, war and eventual settlement.
Discover why gait speed is more than just a way of measuring how fast you walk. This simple, accessible indicator reflects the health and function of multiple body systems and is strongly linked to overall vitality and survival. Learn how slowing down can signal underlying changes and how reduced mobility can create a cycle of inactivity and deconditioning that impacts long-term health. Participate in a gait-speed assessment and learn what you can do to improve this vital sign.
Join in meditation, breath-work, balance, and mindful movements to reconnect your mind, body, and spirit. Class is for all levels, but poses will include a variety of positions requiring students to get on/off the floor. Instructor will provide modifications as needed. Learn some yoga tidbits to use in your future practice both on and off your mat. No equipment is needed but a yoga mat is encouraged. Consult with your physician prior to participating.
Buzz into the fascinating world of some of the most social of all insects. From honeybees to bumble bees, we will explore the caste system, the journey to becoming a queen, and the communication methods within and between colonies. Join us as we discover the differences and similarities among these marvelous creatures while learning how to better understand their myriad strategies for collective well-being.
How do our neighbors from different religious traditions understand death, grief, and end-of-life rituals? Faith leaders from across the Lincoln community will share perspectives on beliefs, practices, and ways to offer care and respect.
Find additional information about the program here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Id7DNztCNzlsknPNQqb-LP36nLGMN7hg/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=117015420167708648636&rtpof=true&sd=true
How do we find the "Living Word" or "God’s Spirit" through the collection of ancient Biblical stories? Discover the contradictions and inconsistencies we might encounter, and how we can best communicate our evolving religious understandings to the young people in our lives. Employing the historical-critical method to analyze Scripture offers a valuable framework for seeking answers to these questions.
This course is co-sponsored by the UNO Alumni Association.
Experience gentle, low-impact, slow, guided movements to improve flexibility and reduce stiffness, while lengthening, loosening, and supporting healthy joints. Perfect for all levels, including beginners. The equipment needed includes an armless chair, a yoga mat, a tennis ball, and a strap or stretch band.
What brings over 1,000 people of faith and goodwill to a meeting in late April? Learn how members of 27 faith communities organize to create change in Lancaster County. Explore how community leaders are advancing systems change in the areas of pre-trial diversion, eviction mediation, mental health navigation and food insecurity. Obtain updates on current campaigns and gain insight into how organized people build power to influence local systems and policies.
Explore the life and writing of Loren Eiseley (1907–1977), one of the 20th century’s most influential nature writers with deep Nebraska roots. Trace his journey from boyhood wanderings in and around Lincoln to paleontological work in the western Nebraska badlands and a distinguished academic career. Read selected works highlighting how his early experiences in Nebraska shaped his writing. All participants receive a free copy of The Loren Eiseley Reader.
What if this season of life could feel joyful, intentional, and beautifully alive? In this empowering and perspective-shifting class, create your own Personal Palooza — a meaningful, doable plan to bring more passion, purpose, and pizzazz into everyday living. Through guided reflection and honest conversation, rediscover what lights you up, what may be holding you back, and design ways to celebrate the life you’re already living. Be open. Be inspired. Be brave. The life you want is closer than you think.
Explore how compassion shapes Mahayana Buddhism and fuels the Bodhisattva path. Meet Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy, whose stories reveal the depth of Buddhist compassion. Discover how her teachings can guide everyday actions, transforming ordinary moments into mindful, compassionate practice. Uncover why even a simple walk becomes a peaceful, intentional expression of kindness within Buddhist tradition.
During a 150-year stretch, our Founding Fathers wrote the Mayflower Compact, the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights, plus other documents crucial to our founding and today. Why so many documents over such a long time; what “wrong(s)” did each presumably correct? If we stand on their shoulders and learn from their examples, how well did our founders prepare us to correct our own “wrongs”?
Experience President Lincoln's Cottage, a hilltop house where Lincoln lived with his family for three summers during his presidency. While in residence, Lincoln visited with wounded soldiers, spent time with self-emancipated people, and developed the Emancipation Proclamation. The Civil War surrounded him and undoubtedly strengthened his resolve to challenge the status quo. Learn about Lincoln's experience here, the complexities of the Emancipation Proclamation, and the current work to steward his home for brave ideas.
Explore how different approaches to biblical interpretation shape beliefs, values, and public life. Compare evangelical and mainline Protestant perspectives—without debating who’s “right.” Participants will gain tools to ask better questions, understand denominational differences, and reflect on how faith communities influence culture, inclusion, and democracy.
Explore the Western as a uniquely American genre that shaped the mythology of the nation’s past. Trace its rise from late-19th-century dime novels to Owen Wister’s The Virginian and the landmark film The Great Train Robbery. Follow the Western’s evolution in literature and film—from Zane Grey and pulp magazines to Louis L’Amour, and from early screen cowboys to icons like John Wayne and Clint Eastwood.
Explore emerging research and clinical advances in women’s cancer across genetics, environment, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. Examine how inherited risk, social factors, and environmental influences shape ovarian cancer outcomes. Discover personalized approaches to breast cancer diagnosis, along with innovations in hormone-based and targeted therapies. Learn about updated clinical strategies for cervical, endometrial, and ovarian cancers, and consider the unique physical and emotional challenges of survivorship following gynecological cancer care.
Find additional information about the program here: https://docs.google.com/document/ d/1fUdUxg9CIlPfdoYoUJAWx5MSlf-1cQX_/edit
Explore how the mind works beneath conscious awareness, integrating neuroscience, psychology, and philosophy to explain how prediction, emotion, and biology shape perception, judgment, personality, and behavior. Topics include automatic and controlled processing, bias and intuition, allostasis and stress, the Big Five personality model, moral psychology, and narrative identity. We will emphasize humility, self‑understanding, and compassion, showing how awareness of unconscious influences supports wiser choices and healthier relationships.
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.
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