Faculty sought for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) and the Division of Continuing Education seek faculty to teach various courses for individuals ages 55 and older. These courses are meant to be fun and informal classes that can be taken on the UND campus or perhaps other venues, depending upon the subject matter. Courses typically last two hours per session and run six sessions in length. The winter session runs from Jan. 28 through March 10. OLLI is a membership-based community of mature adults who share a love of learning. There are a variety of courses ranging from arts and humanities, literature, computers, and wellness. OLLI is not about grades, tests or credits. OLLI is about exploring new topics, indulging in and sharing personal interests, and making new friends. The University launched OLLI in North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota to extend lifelong learning opportunities to our mature community members. OLLI is funded in part by the Bernard Osher Foundation, which was founded in 1977 by Bernard Osher, a respected community leader in San Francisco. The philanthropic organization improves the quality of life for mature residents through post-secondary student scholarships, as well as art, cultural, and educational grants. At present, the Foundation is supporting 115 Osher Institutes on university and college campuses in 48 states. UND is the only campus in the state of North Dakota awarded an OLLI grant. If you would like to become involved or are interested in teaching an OLLI course, please contact Connie Hodgson at 777-4840 or conniehodgson@mail.und.edu -- Connie Hodgson, Program Specialist, DEC, conniehodgson@mail.und.edu, 701-777-4840