Osher Online
Discover new perspectives. Connect with lifelong learners nationwide.
We’re thrilled to bring you Osher Online, a lineup of interactive, live online courses designed to connect you with OLLI members across the country. These thoughtfully curated courses offer the same engaging, discussion-based learning experience you love—now with even more flexibility and variety.
Preview of Courses
A Beautiful Brain – The Science and Practice of Growing Wise and Resilient
Great Science Stories
Threads of History – Exploring The World of Oriental Rugs
What’s Offered
- Six-week sessions, each meeting on Zoom
- Live sessions only (no recordings) to encourage active discussion
- Evening and Saturday options for added convenience
- Community events and orientations hosted by the OLLI National Resource Center at Northwestern University
Why Choose Osher Online
Osher Online brings together lifelong learners from OLLI programs nationwide for thought-provoking courses led by expert instructors. Whether you’re exploring history, philosophy, science, or the arts, you’ll enjoy vibrant conversation, fresh perspectives, and a supportive online learning community.
2026 Winter & Summer Courses
Daytime Courses
Night Courses
| Course | Date and Time | Preview Video |
|---|---|---|
| AI for Regular People | 4/2 – 5/7/2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | |
| From Leo XIII to Leo XIV: History of 20th and 21st Century Popes | 4/7 – 5/12/2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Preview |
| Music: Controversies and Curiosities | 4/15 – 5/20/2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Preview |
| Frank Lloyd Wright and Modern Architecture | 4/21 – 5/26/2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Preview |
| Horticulture A – Z | 7/7 – 8/11/2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Preview |
Saturday Courses
| Course | Date and Time | Preview Video |
|---|---|---|
| Writing the Personal Essay: Finding Your Story | 4/18 – 5/23/2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Preview |