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As we continue to navigate the current public health crisis, we will be pausing the in-person OLLI program for the fall and spring semesters, in accordance with Commonwealth of Pennsylvania recommendations.
During this time, we will continue to provide you with access to The Great Courses Plus for continued engagement in lifelong learning and personal enrichment as part of your membership. And we will continue to communicate with you as the public health guidance changes, so that we can chart a safe educational course for our OLLI members.
To register for your membership courses, complete our online registration form and follow the prompts to make any necessary payments. If you prefer to register by phone or mail, call 610-499-4279 or complete our mail-in membership & course registration form.
We encourage you to register early! Some courses have limited seats, and spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. If the maximum class size has not been reached, you may register until the end of the first week of classes.
With a full OLLI membership at Widener, you'll receive access to:
To bring courses to students in Chester and Delaware County, we work closely with local retirement communities, senior centers, community foundations, and senior resource facilities. Residents of these facilities may take courses at a discounted rate, while OLLI members may take courses at a facility that is convenient to them for no additional cost.
To bring OLLI courses to your facility, contact us today at 610-499-4279 or olli@widener.edu.
OLLI members have access to a variety of clubs and committees. You can find what speaks to you—and savor the opportunity to connect with fellow book worms, theater buffs, and community volunteers.
Attend regular lunchtime talks held throughout the fall and spring semesters. Set out to meet fellow attendees, or bring your friends for free. Speakers often include faculty members and administrators from OLLI and Widener, as well as regional experts on a variety of topics.
Interested in speaking, or know an expert who may want to speak? Complete our speaker series topic proposal form.
Thanks to the generosity of friends, neighbors, and current members, OLLI can make powerful programming and compelling courses available to hundreds of lifelong learners. These supporters ensure that adults in nearby communities never stop learning.
Will you join them? Find out how your gift will extend OLLI offerings for years to come.
Questions about the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute? We're glad to connect with you.