Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Texas Tech University, Lubbock

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Texas Tech University, Lubbock Providing enjoyable and stimulating non-credit learning and cultural opportunities for our members.

Our first Lubbock Lunch & Learn OLLI course (Beyond Diet and Exercise, Hidden Influences that Impact Health) sold-out. T...
09/29/2026

Our first Lubbock Lunch & Learn OLLI course (Beyond Diet and Exercise, Hidden Influences that Impact Health) sold-out. To say it was wildly successful would be an understatement.

How do stress, posture and limited mobility affect overall well-being? Instructor and chiropractor Caleb Christensen enlightened OLLI on what the research shows.

Link below to register for your next favorite course at any of our four OLLI at Texas Tech locations: Lubbock, Highland Lakes, Fredericksburg, and Abilene
https://engagement.ttu.edu/ttuolli

Lubbock OLLI Fall Semester Kickoff Texas Tech University featured a special conversation with Texas Tech Athletic Direct...
09/29/2026

Lubbock OLLI Fall Semester Kickoff Texas Tech University featured a special conversation with Texas Tech Athletic Director, Kirby Hocutt. He had the audience rapt. We are grateful to the OLLI Members and their guests for making it outstanding. IYKYK.

A million thanks to Susan Tarrant, OLLI Assistant Director, the Lubbock OLLI Advisory Council, and the Office of Outreach & Texas Tech University Outreach and Engagement for orchestrating such a lovely, captivating evening.

OLLI Lubbock invites you to the 2026 Fall Semester Kickoff with a special conversation with Kirby Hocutt, Texas Tech Uni...
09/04/2026

OLLI Lubbock invites you to the 2026 Fall Semester Kickoff with a special conversation with Kirby Hocutt, Texas Tech University Athletic Director.

Enjoy dinner, w**e, prize entries, and an opportunity to learn about and register for OLLI's fall course offerings.

Deadline to register: Monday, September 7, 2026.

At OLLI Texas Tech, we are fortunate to collaborate with TTU faculty who share their expertise with our OLLI students. F...
03/28/2026

At OLLI Texas Tech, we are fortunate to collaborate with TTU faculty who share their expertise with our OLLI students. Faculty like John Barnes, assistant professor of practice in the department of TTU Forensic Science, fuse academics with field experience to create a one-of-a-kind OLLI course.

Here, members were given a behind-the-scenes look at analyzing fi***rm evidence from crime sites.





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Easter Floral Design:Celebrate spring in this hands-on Easter Floral Design class. Participants will explore seasonal bl...
03/28/2026

Easter Floral Design:

Celebrate spring in this hands-on Easter Floral Design class. Participants will explore seasonal blooms, color harmony and basic arranging techniques while creating a festive Easter centerpiece. Guided step by step by an experienced instructor, students will learn to design with fresh flowers and spring accents. Perfect for beginners and flower lovers alike, this relaxed, creative class includes all supplies and fresh materials—just bring your enthusiasm for springtime design. Cassie Sanders is a project and partnership specialist with the Texas State Florists Association. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees from West Texas A&M and is an American Institute of Floral Design and Texas Master Florist.

Date: April 2, 2026, Thursday
Meets: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: Museum at Texas Tech University Kline Rm
Cost: $50.00

TO ENROLL, CLICK LINK BELOW:
https://registration.olli.ttu.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?course=26SPOLLU17

Back for Round 3: Introduction to Chess:With over 800 million players worldwide, chess has captivated inquisitive minds ...
03/27/2026

Back for Round 3: Introduction to Chess:

With over 800 million players worldwide, chess has captivated inquisitive minds since its origin in India around 600 C.E. Today, the game remains so intricate that fewer than 1,500 grandmasters actively compete. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to chess, covering its rich history, the board and the pieces, along with essential game principles. By the end, you'll gain an appreciation for chess’s depth, along with skills to play competitive games with family and friends. You may even feel inspired to join tournaments or pursue lessons to advance further as a player. Registration is for all six sessions. Jeff Day ranks in the top 15% of all chess players in the United States. He teaches Introduction to Chess at Texas Tech.

Dates: April 1 - May 6, 2026, (6 Wednesdays excluding May 6th)
Meets: W from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: TT Plaza, Rm 218
Cost: $45.00

TO ENROLL, CLICK THE LINK BELOW:
https://registration.olli.ttu.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?course=26SPOLLU16

Hearts like yours are . Thank you to everyone who so generously gave to OLLI Lubbock during Texas Tech Day of Giving! B...
03/26/2026

Hearts like yours are .

Thank you to everyone who so generously gave to OLLI Lubbock during Texas Tech Day of Giving! Because of you, we met (and exceeded) our donation goals.

Without your generosity, we would not be able to carry on our core mission, to provide intellectually stimulating, non-credit courses in a social environment for adults aged 50 or better.

In other words, we could NOT do this without YOU! 🫶



Address

3301 4th Street, Museum At TTU
Lubbock, TX
79415

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+18067426554

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