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 Cosmic Grand Tour: The Realms of the Universe
Sacred Mountains of the World
Crafting a Post-War Architecture: The Innovative Architects of the Midcentury Modern Period
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 aged 50 and better from OLLI programs nationwide for engaging, thought-provoking courses led by expert instructors. Explore topics such as history, philosophy, science, and the arts while enjoying meaningful discussions, fresh perspectives, and a welcoming online learning community.
2026 Summer & Fall Courses
Daytime Courses
| Course | Date and Time | Preview Video |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9 – 8/13/2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | ||
| 7/15 – 8/19/2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | ||
| 7/15 – 8/19/2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | ||
| 7/24 – 8/28/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| 9/28 – 11/2/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| 9/28 – 11/2/2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | ||
| 9/28 – 11/2/2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | ||
| 9/29 – 11/3/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| 9/29 – 11/3/2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | ||
| 9/30 – 11/4/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| 10/1 – 11/5/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| 10/1 – 11/5/2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | ||
| 10/5 – 11/9/2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | ||
| 10/6 – 11/10/2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | ||
| 10/7 – 11/11/2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | ||
| 10/9 – 11/13/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| 10/14 – 11/18/2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | ||
| 10/15 – 11/19/2026 | 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM | ||
| 10/19 – 11/23/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
Night Courses
| Course | Date and Time | Preview Video |
|---|---|---|
| 9/29 – 11/3/2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | ||
| 9/29 – 11/3/2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | ||
| 9/29 – 11/3/2026 | 9:00 PM – 10:30 PM | ||
| 9/30 – 11/11/2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (No class Oct. 28) | ||
| 10/5 – 11/9/2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | ||
| 10/7 – 11/11/2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | ||
| 10/8 – 11/12/2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM | ||
| 10/12 – 11/16/2026 | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM |