Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at ASU

09/01/2026

Save the date for a brand-new tradition! 📅✨

On Friday, October 30th, we are launching the first-ever OLLI at ASU Curiosity Fair! This FREE event is designed to bring together the people, programs, and opportunities that make our learning community so vibrant.

Learn More: https://www.asuolli.org/asu/course/course.aspx?catId=151

08/27/2026

We are incredibly honored to welcome Dr. Eoin Devlin for an exclusive Guest Lecture Series! Dr. Devlin specializes in the political, religious, cultural, and diplomatic history of early modern Britain. His recent scholarly work includes contributions to ‘The Oxford History of British and Irish Catholicism’ and editing a forthcoming volume on 17th-century dynasties.

His distinguished academic career includes the prestigious CRASSH Conversions Fellowship at the University of Cambridge and a fellowship at Yale University's Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library.

Many OLLI at ASU members have already experienced Dr. Devlin's engaging teaching through the Lifelong Learning Summer Programme at Girton College, Cambridge. We are delighted he has accepted our invitation to visit ASU and share his expertise with our learning community.

Interested in registering for the guest lecture series? Scroll down to find classes 078 and 080 to register today: https://www.asuolli.org/asu/course/course.aspx?catId=103

08/25/2026

Why just visit Cambridge when you can live it?

Join us on Oct 28th at the Tempe Public Library for a very special presentation. Dr. Nick Godfrey, Director of the Summer Programme at Girton College, University of Cambridge, will present an overview of the upcoming August 2027 program. Beyond world-class academic lectures, this unique study-abroad opportunity offers participants rich historical arts and local cultural experiences and traditions.

To enrich this information session, guest lecturer Dr. Eoin Devlin will bring Girton’s fascinating history to life. Dr. Devlin has taught in the Girton Lifelong Learning Summer Program for over a decade, leading acclaimed courses on the British monarchy, British Prime Ministers, and the history of science at Cambridge.

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

08/20/2026

Taste your way through the Emerald Isle with OLLI at ASU! ☘️

Join ASU Clinical Professor Kathleen Dixon in May 2027 for a 13-day culinary and scenic journey through Ireland. We’re going far beyond the postcard views: we'll visit working farms, enjoy artisan tastings, take an authentic Irish cooking class, and explore the Guinness Storehouse.

Discover how history and culture come together in every single bite. Grab your passport and check out the full itinerary: https://www.asuolli.org/asu/course/course.aspx?catId=222

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