Rediscover the Joy of Learning

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Vanderbilt University helps adults over 50 build friendships and community through stimulating intellectual and cultural noncredit courses, programs, and trips.

Osher classes: Surgery and Sleep St. George's Episcopal Church Vanderbilt University  photo: Anne Rayner; VU
Special Event

OLLI Open House

Thursday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Second Presbyterian Church, 3511 Belmont Blvd., Nashville 37215

Join us for a fun and informative event where members, friends and guests can explore everything OLLI at Vanderbilt has to offer for the 2025–2026 academic year.

  • Meet Instructors, Board Members and Staff
  • Connect with people who share a love of Lifelong Learning
  • Learn about Shared Interest Groups

Fall courses start in early October and continue through November. Whether you're curious about OLLI or a longtime member, we'd love to see you. Bring a friend!

This event is free and open to the public. No registration is required.

Upcoming Events

  • OLLI Open House - Stop by any time! No registration required.

    Thursday, Sept. 11

    10 a.m.–noon Second Presbyterian Church

    OLLI Open House - Stop by any time! No registration required.

  • Lunch and Learn: Colorful Containers for Tennessee Fall

    Tuesday, Sept. 16

    11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. UT Agricultural Extension Center

    Lunch and Learn: Colorful Containers for Tennessee Fall

    Register

  • Lunch and Learn: Fort Negley and Nashville's Human Geography

    Wednesday, Sept. 17

    11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Fort Negley

    Lunch and Learn: Fort Negley and Nashville's Human Geography

    Register

  • Lunch and Learn: Sleep

    Wednesday, Sept. 24

    11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Second Presbyterian Church

    Lunch and Learn: Sleep

    Register

  • Lunch and Learn: Palliative vs Hospice Care

    Tuesday, Sept. 30

    11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Brentwood Library

    Lunch and Learn: Palliative vs Hospice Care

    Register

  • Lunch and Learn: WeGo Transit 101

    Wednesday, Oct 8

    10 a.m.–2p.m. Elizabeth Duff Transit Center at WeGo Central, 400 Dr M L K Jr Blvd, Nashville, TN 37219

    Lunch and Learn: WeGo Transit 101

    Register

  • Lecture Mini-Series: Fashion

    Oct. 24th; Dec. 5th; Jan. 16th

    1:00 - 2:00 p.m. TBD

    Lecture Mini-Series: Fashion

Academic Calendar

Registration opens: Monday, Aug. 25
Registration deadline: Sunday, Sept. 28
First day of classes: Thursday, Oct. 2

Connect

Join a Shared Interest Group

Our Shared Interest Groups offer a smaller, more hands-on experience than traditional OLLI courses. They are an opportunity for OLLI members to meet outside the classroom with those who share a common interest. 

The Osher classes are a highlight of my week! Coming together with this diverse and wonderful group of people is a true joy.

Mat Britain
Director, OLLI Beginner Steel Drum Band

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