The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida State University

10/24/2026

🤖 Join us for the AI+Aging Distinguished Lecture featuring Yanshan Wang, PhD, FAMIA, of the University of Pittsburgh!

Dr. Wang will present “Healthy Aging in the Era of Generative AI: From Scientific Advances to Trustworthy Clinical Applications,” exploring the growing role of generative AI in aging research and healthcare.

📅 October 26, 2026
⏰ 10–11 a.m.
📍 Broad Auditorium, FSU Claude Pepper Center, Florida State University College of Social Sciences & Public Policy

Learn more and RSVP on the ISL website!

10/23/2026

What an adventure! 🌊🐟

Our Adventures in Marine Ecology course wrapped up today with an unforgettable hands-on learning experience at the FSU Coastal & Marine Laboratory!

Led by instructor Todd Bevis, OLLI at FSU members took their learning beyond the classroom and out onto the water, exploring the fascinating marine ecosystems of Florida’s Gulf Coast.

This is lifelong learning at its best—new discoveries, shared adventures, and a little saltwater along the way!

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10/19/2026

🌌 One Sky: Stories Written in the Stars!

Explore how cultures around the world have connected through the stars in this immersive planetarium experience!

📅 Tuesday, October 20
🕒 2:30-3:30 p.m.
📍 Challenger Learning Center, Tallahassee

✨ FREE for OLLI Members | Guests $8

Registration required.
🔗 https://olli.fsu.edu/ -sky

Special thanks to the Challenger Learning Center for making this experience possible!

10/17/2026

Curiosity has no age limit. ❤️💛

From the classroom to the community, OLLI at FSU is all about making connections and inspiring lifelong learning!

We loved being part of FSU Discovery Days Health Expo in Gadsden County, sharing opportunities to learn, connect, and thrive.

Because learning doesn’t stop at graduation. ✨

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10/17/2026

Lifelong learning goes beyond the classroom! ❤️💛

OLLI at FSU was proud to be part of FSU Discovery Days Health Expo in Gadsden County, connecting with community members and sharing opportunities to stay curious, active, and engaged at every stage of life.

Events like these remind us that education, wellness, and community connection go hand in hand.

Whether you’re interested in exploring new subjects, meeting new people, or discovering your next adventure, there’s a place for you at OLLI!

🌐 Learn more at olli.fsu.edu


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09/30/2026

🍂 Fall enrollment is still open — and it’s not too late to join us!

Many OLLI classes are offered as single-session, 3-week or 6-week courses, and registration generally stays open until a class is full or has concluded. Six-week courses are prorated each week, so you can still jump in after classes begin.

✨ New members — and returning members who have not been with OLLI for five or more years — will receive a promo code for one FREE course, up to a $65 value!

There’s still plenty of time to learn something new, meet new people and be part of one of our most exciting years yet.

Find your class and join us this fall!

09/22/2026

A special opportunity for our OLLI community and friends in Tallahassee! 🎬

Join our friends at the FSU Claude Pepper Center, FSU Department of Religion, FSU College of Communication & Information and Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee for a free screening of "Alaav", directed by Indian filmmaker "Prabhash Chandra".

"Alaav" tells the story of a 63-year-old son caring for his ailing 95-year-old mother in a quiet suburb of New Delhi. Exploring aging, caregiving and changing family dynamics, the film offers a timely opportunity for reflection and conversation—and a wonderful addition to a fall filled with opportunities to experience and appreciate film.

📅 Monday, Sept. 28
🥂 Reception: 5 p.m.
🎬 Screening: 6 p.m.
📍 Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee

The evening will conclude with a discussion and Q&A with director Prabhash Chandra.

We hope you’ll consider joining our friends at the Claude Pepper Center for this special evening!

In collaboration with the FSU Department of Religion and FSU College of Communication & Information, the Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee will host a screening of "Alaav," directed by Indian filmmaker Prabhash Chandra.

"Alaav" is the story of a 63-year-old son taking care of his ailing 95-year-old mother in a quiet suburb of New Delhi, India.

🗓️ Monday, Sept. 28
⏰ 6 p.m.
📍 Challenger Learning Center of Tallahassee

The screening will be preceded by a reception at 5 p.m. and followed by a discussion and Q&A session with the director.

For more event details, visit: fla.st/A0RR7TBD.

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09/20/2026

Need to grab some catalogs to share with your friends? Stop by the Pepper Center and grab a few copies. They’re upstairs in the lobby and on the first floor in the news stand by the entrance.

09/19/2026

35 years of lifelong learning — and we’re celebrating by opening our Zoom Lecture Series to everyone! 🎉

This fall, all OLLI at FSU Zoom Lectures are FREE and open to the community in honor of our 35th anniversary. Whether you’re already part of OLLI or simply curious about what we do, this is a great chance to join us!

Our Zoom Lecture Series is normally a free benefit of OLLI membership, bringing fascinating speakers and topics from all walks of life right to our members. History, art, wildlife, health and wellness, culture and more — there’s always something new to discover.

And because every lecture is on Zoom, you can join us from anywhere!

✨ We’re especially excited to welcome Dr. Cielo Rose for Living Well Day-to-Day: Mind, Body & Social Connection, a special Health & Wellness Lecture presented by Capital Health Plan our Gold 35th Anniversary Sponsor. Thank you, CHP, for helping us celebrate 35 years of learning, connection and community.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.

Come for a lecture. Discover something new. And see what makes OLLI at FSU such a special community of lifelong learners.

Register at OLLI.FSU.EDU ❤️💛

06/26/2026

🎉 That’s a wrap on our Summer Courses!

Our summer courses officially concluded this week, and what a season it has been! From engaging discussions and hands on learning to special guest appearances by Charlie Ward and Gene Deckerhoff, our members continued to prove that curiosity never takes a vacation.

While classes have ended, there are still plenty of lectures, special events, clubs, and activities happening throughout the summer. We hope you’ll continue to stay connected with your OLLI community.

📅 Reminder: All OLLI memberships expire on August 31. Renew your membership and get ready for another exciting semester of lifelong learning!

As we look ahead to an outstanding Fall Semester and the exciting conclusion of our 35th Anniversary celebration, we’d like to thank our members, instructors, volunteers, and supporters for making this milestone year so memorable.

Enjoy a few of our favorite moments from this summer’s classes!

“Learning never exhausts the mind.” — Leonardo da Vinci