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OLLI at SOU is a member-driven educational community established for individuals 50 or better to foster intellectual curiosity and continuous learning.

OLLI at SOU offers older adults opportunities for continued learning, social and cultural enrichment. OLLI at SOU’s vibrant volunteer culture springs from a sense of belonging and shared commitment, expressed in members’ involvement in every aspect of OLLI operations and programming. Whether it's telling your friends about OLLI, teaching or hosting a class, coordinating an event, raising funds, working in the office, serving on the Council, or any one of a hundred other activities suitable for every interest, ability or availability, members make our OLLI at SOU outstanding.

10/15/2026

Looking to get more out of your OLLI at SOU membership? Step beyond the classroom! 💡

Our Programs and Activities Committee has expanded our offerings to include ten Shared Interest Groups. Whether you want to explore a new hobby or connect with members who share your passions, visit olli.sou.edu/offerings/shared-interest-groups to find your new community.

10/12/2026

Have you read the latest Lifelong Learning article in Ashland.news? The October edition, "How to solve the AI alignment problem," Jim Burns discusses why we often spend our time on low-effort habits instead of the things that actually bring us joy.

Reader the full article here: https://ashland.news/lifelong-learning-how-to-solve-the-ai-alignment-problem/

10/10/2026

Every 18 months, two representatives from each of the 123 Osher Institutes gather to learn, network, and share the successes and challenges of their programs. Administrative Director Heather Inghram and Council Vice-President/President-Elect Tom Woosnam just returned from the three-day Osher National Conference in Eagan, Minnesota. They are pictured here with benefactor and namesake Bernard Osher.

All OLLIs are supported by the NRC for Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, whose staff does a phenomenal job putting on these valuable conferences. Also pictured is our colleague from the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Oregon.

10/08/2026

OLLI members are invited to join the OLLI Raider Fans SIG for an inspiring, behind-the-scenes look at SOU athletics from Volleyball Coach Josh Rohlfing and student athletes on Monday, Oct. 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m., at the SOU Campbell Center.

09/03/2026

The Ashland Garden Club chose our beautiful courtyard at the SOU Campbell Center, our home base, as its featured garden of the month! 🌸

Read more about this volunteer-managed garden at Ashland.news: https://ashland.news/garden-of-the-month-senior-project/

Thank you to our dedicated members who tend our garden with love year-round!

📸: Bob Palermini

08/31/2026

Fall Open Registration began this morning at 9 a.m.! Visit olli.sou.edu to become a member and register for courses! Remember that Open Registration is first-come, first-served. Registering online is the quickest way to get into the classes you want.

08/29/2026

Only two days left to submit your Winter 2027 Course Proposal Form. All proposals are due by midnight on August 31!

https://olli.sou.edu/get-involved/teach/

OLLI at SOU members are eager for fresh ideas this winter. Winter Term runs Jan. 4–March 12 and is a great time to offer an online or in-person course. Our members always request courses in foreign languages (French, German, and Spanish), movement, science and hands-on art. Bring your knowledge and passion to the OLLI at SOU community!

08/05/2026

The OLLI Open House is only one week away! Don't miss our premiere event of the year on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 1-4 p.m. at the SOU Stevenson Union. Visit olli.sou.edu/open-house to register and view the exciting list of door prizes!

08/03/2026

If Southern Oregon University is a canary in the coal mine for public regional universities in Oregon and across the country, here’s an update: The bird is alive and singing. […]

07/09/2026

Check out the new OLLI at SOU display case at the Medford Library! The display will be on show for the entire month of July to promote the upcoming OLLI at SOU Open House on August 12.

Thank you to Laura Simonds and Dianne Oberhansly for their hardwork and creativity putting this together!

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Ashland, OR
97520

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https://sou.edu/olli/

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