OLLI at UM
UM alum and former national security officer complements high-level government service with music, religion and quantum mechanics at OLLI
Along with his wife, Norma, Guillermo Cueto joined the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in 2017 and said the couple enjoy their new friendships, intellectual discussions, and many social activities.
Former University President Donna Shalala joins celebration of OLLI’s 40th
Shalala congratulated members of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for investing in a “longer and healthier life” through the program, which began in 1984 as the Institute for Retired Professionals.
OLLI at UM celebrates 40th anniversary
Originally begun as the Institute for Retired Professionals in 1984, today the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute has more than 1,000 members and offers more than 350 classes each year.
UM Law Lecturer brings insight and experience to constitutional law course at OLLI
Harvey Sepler, JD '85, has 30+ years of legal experience, including several successful cases before the US Supreme Court and the Florida Supreme Court.
Robert is there … and there … and there
A member of OLLI at UM recaps some of his unique experiences this summer in a course on “The Lives of Great Men”
New York actress embraces new role teaching improv
Randy Levin Letzler, a member and volunteer instructor at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, leads members in the production of comic play.
Spotlight on Anush Dawidjan: World Traveler, Retired Diplomat, and OLLI Instructor
Anush Dawidjan has spent years traveling the globe, visiting over 193 countries, all seven continents, and every US National Park.As an OLLI Instructor, she shares her love for food, culture, and international customs, as well as her top travel tips with members.
Spotlight on Dolores Padilla: Making the Most of Your Passions After Retirement
Dolores Padilla is a ten-year member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Miami and an active volunteer with the Florida Guardian ad Litem program.
Spotlight on Barbara Cohen: Cheering On Hurricanes Football and Lifelong Learning
Barbara Cohen has been a member of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Miami since 2019. As an undergraduate alumna, ‘Canes football fan, and OLLI member, her connection to the University is second nature.
Spotlight on Don Carmona: Physics, Horticulture, and Rock N’ Roll
Don Carmona had a dream. He was going to graduate from dentistry school, work as a practicing dentist for 25 years, then retire and open a plant nursery.
Spotlight on Angie Alexander: OLLI’s Resident Linguaphile and Arts Enthusiast
Angie Alexander has been a member of OLLI since 2016 and an avid student of arts and languages. She finds inspiration in the intellectual engagement of her fellow OLLI members and enjoys the social community that OLLI provides.
Spotlight on Jim Gross: OLLI Member, UM Alum, and Army Vet
Jim Gross is an active OLLI member and UM alumnus who served as a computer programmer for the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Get to know Jim and why his experience in OLLI is a valuable part of his social and intellectual life.
Miami-Dade State Attorney visits OLLI at UM
On February 26, 2020, the University of Miami Division of Continuing and International Education welcomed Miami-Dade County State Attorney, Katherine Fernandez Rundle, as a guest speaker for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute’s constitutional law course.
SEC hosts investor town hall
The University of Miami Division of Continuing and International Education hosted an investor town hall with Commissioner Elad L. Roisman of the U.S. Security Exchange Commission (SEC) and Eric Bustillo, Regional Director of the SEC’s Miami Regional Office.
New director named for University’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Magda Vergara plans to bring new students to the institute and increase its presence in the community.
