Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at ASU

08/18/2026

Learning doesn't just happen in the classroom; sometimes it happens on the trail. 🌵

For years, OLLI at ASU has proudly partnered with the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy to bring the desert's history, geology, and ecology to life. OLLI member Mark Faller detailed how OLLI at ASU works together to create some curiosity magic for OLLI members.

"I just feel we can be a gateway to lifelong learning and a gateway to opportunities in the greater Phoenix area, to have partnerships with institutions, and really be a collaborator," says OLLI at ASU Director Jared Swerzenski.

If you're interested in learning more about the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy this Fall, check out 058 | The Great Brown’s Ranch Land War, led by instructor Len Marcisz.

Register Now: https://www.asuolli.org/

08/17/2026

The doors are open! Fall 2026 Registration is now OPEN TO ALL members! 🎊

We refuse to let the calendar dictate our capacity for wonder. Whether you are returning to us or stepping into our community for the very first time, we have a seat saved for you.

Let’s make this a season of discovery. Register today: https://www.asuolli.org/

08/14/2026

Annual Members, it is YOUR turn! Fall 2026 Registration is open for you today. 💻

Whether you want to explore the complex legacy of Emperor Nero, understand the paradox of precision-strike technology in modern warfare, or discover the incredible history of jazz, your sanctuary of learning awaits.

Secure your seats now before registration opens to everyone on Monday: https://www.asuolli.org/asu/course/course.aspx?catId=103

08/12/2026

OLLI at ASU has the opportunity to work with some of Arizona State University's most outstanding faculty to bring you a wide selection of classes every semester.

Dr. Kevin Sandler is an associate professor in the Film and Media Studies Program at ASU. He specializes in the contemporary U. S. media business, with a particular focus on censorship and animation, and he was recently featured by KJZZ Phoenix.

Interested in learning more with Dr. Sandler? Check out the Fall 2026 class and travel offerings:

019 | Remembering Robert Redford
115 | Johnny Guitar, McCarthyism & 1950s Sedona, Arizona
5th Annual OLLI Sedona International Film Festival

There was a 1958 film called “A Night to Remember” before the 1997 James Cameron blockbuster, a Tony Award winning musical and countless books. And, now you can immerse yourself in the disaster in a whole new way. “Titanic: Immersive Voyage” opened in Old Town Scottsdale last month.

08/10/2026

Fall 2026 Priority Registration is officially OPEN for our OLLI Giving Society members. 🎉

Thank you for your generous support of lifelong learning. Log in now to secure your spot in your favorite classes, check out OLLI special events and workshops, and get ready for the exciting travel opportunities we're offering!

Volunteer registration opens Wednesday, and Annual Member registration opens Friday! Stay excitingly, beautifully curious: https://www.asuolli.org/asu/course/course.aspx?catId=103

08/05/2026

Get a sneak peek at OLLI at ASU's exciting Fall 2026 semester! 🍂

✨ Special Events:
• OLLI at ASU's First Annual Curiosity Fair
• Guest Lecture Series in partnership with Girton College at Cambridge University
• Poetry & Micro-Prose Anthology at the Musical Instrument Museum, led by Dr. Rosemarie Dombrowski
• The Power of Connection at the Tempe History Museum, led by Kathleen Dixon

✈️ Travel Opportunities:
• International: Food & Landscapes of Ireland; A South African Expedition; and Madrid, the Camino & the Portuguese Coast
• Domestic: 5th Annual Sedona International Film Festival Trip, featuring film viewings and insights from ASU faculty

📚 120 Classes:
• Dive into Arts & Humanities, Science & Technology, History & Government, Wellness, Fitness, & Sports, and Global Cultures & Travel!

📅 Registration opens to everyone on August 17th!
Browse the catalog today and start building your wishlist: https://www.asuolli.org/asu/course/course.aspx?catId=186

08/03/2026

What happens when the noise of “what you must do” finally quiets, and the whisper of “what if?” takes its place?

Welcome to the Fall 2026 semester at OLLI at ASU. We believe that aging is not a retreat, but a renaissance. Our Fall Catalog is officially online! Unearth your next chapter and explore uncharted territories in art, science, history, and yourself.

📅 Mark your calendars for registration:
• Aug. 10 - Priority Reg for OLLI Giving Society
• Aug. 12 - Early Reg for Volunteers
• Aug. 14 - Annual Member Reg
• Aug. 17 - Open to ALL!

Browse the catalog today and start building your wishlist: https://www.asuolli.org/asu/course/course.aspx?catId=186

06/30/2026

Have you ever wanted to experience a road trip where you don't have to pack a suitcase?

More than 150 people joined us as Arizona author and speaker Roger Naylor took us on a journey down historic Route 66 celebrating its 100th anniversary. With classic finer fare, root beer floats, and plenty of nostalgia, it was a class to remember! 🚗🍻

Thank you to Sun Health for a fantastic class!

06/25/2026

OLLI at ASU Community Partner, Arizona Science Center has a new exhibition, “Julia Child: A Recipe for Life” and it's now open! Explore the curiosity, determination and lifelong love of learning that made Julia Child a household name.

Whether you're a food enthusiast, history buff or lifelong learner, this exhibition offers an engaging look at one of the most influential figures in American food culture.

📅 On display now through September 20
🎟️ Included in General Admission, Discovery Pass, and Member Pass

Plan your visit TODAY ➡️ https://www.azscience.org/.../all.../level-1/julia-child/

Photo credit Arizona Science Center.

06/24/2026

OLLI at ASU classes transport you to other worlds - and to your breakfast table. Did you know know that coffee is not only what keeps you going every day, but it's part of a global history? ☕️

Dr. Robert Thurston (NRC Online) explores major past and present issues, including climate change, social life, health, global North–South differences, social and economic justice, tourism, and slavery, all connected to coffee.

💡Stay Curious with OLLI at ASU and become a member at: https://www.asuolli.org/