Group of students sitting in chairs smiling at the camera. OLLI logo superimposed over image.

Welcome to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at University of Cincinnati. We're glad you're here to explore opportunities for lifelong learning and social interaction for adults aged 50 and better. 


FALL TERM INFORMATION

  • CLASS TERM DATES: September 29-December 4, 2025 (NOTE: Dates vary by location to accommodate holiday schedules)
  • AVAILABLE NOW: Class details and descriptions can be reviewed on registration site.
  • ONLINE Registration. Registration opens Tuesday, August 26, 10am. 
  • PHONE 513-556-9186. Registration by phone opens on Wednesday, August 27, 9am.
  • MAIL Registration form. OLLI at UC, PO Box 210093, Cincinnati, OH 45221-0093. Download form here. Mail-in registrations are collected and entered on August 26, when registration opens. Send in your form early to make sure we have received it in time. 
  • AVAILABLE NOW! PDF of complete catalog with class descriptions and moderator bios. 
  • Schedule-at-a-Glance is useful for planning your daily class schedule.
Spy Museum in Washington DC

TRAVEL WITH OLLI TO WASHINGTON DC
Spies, Lies & Intelligence: The World of International Espionage
August 27-31, 2025

Discover a world of expionage and learn about spy history and 21st-century intelligence threats as you explore the nation's capital and its museums with intelligence experts and insiders.

Find details and information about signing up here.


Historic buildings in Charleston SC

TRAVEL WITH OLLI!
Signature City--Charleston, SC

March 22-27, 2026

Step back in time to explore gardens, historic homes, Gullah culture, and antebellum history.

Sign up is open now and limited to 12 people!

Call 800-322-5315, and tell the operator that you are signing up for Signature City Charleston, program #19403, case #20704059, traveling with the Takanen group from OLLI Cincinnati.

Charleston Trip Details


3 older adults smiling and standing in Times Square in New York City

TRAVEL WITH OLLI!
Best of New York Theater

September 14-18, 2026

Discover the excitement of NYC's theater scene, Broadway to Off Broadway, immersed in behind-the-scenes encounters with those who create it.

Sign up is open now and limited to 12 people!

Call 800-322-5315, and tell the operator that you are signing up for Best of New York Theater, program #11921, case #20704067, traveling with the Takanen group from OLLI Cincinnati

NYC Theater Trip Details


Aerial View of People and Volunteer Concepts

VOLUNTEER FOR OLLI

Whether you have an hour or two from time to time or are ready to make a big difference by joining a committee, OLLI can use your time and expertise to maintain and improve our program.

Volunteer opportunities include Curriculum, Marketing, Friends (fundraising and donor acknowledgment), Budget & Finance, Governance, Engagement, and Hospitality. OLLI runs on volunteer power!

Share your volunteer interests here.