OLLI at UM
From South America to the Middle East, art historian brings the world to his students
Armando Droulers has traveled the world lecturing on art, culture, and design at museums, universities, and on cruise ships. He has been an instructor at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute for nearly two decades.
Making the case for Mary Brickell, the other 'Mother of Miami'
Local historian and author Cesar Becerra joins Mary Brickell’s great granddaughter in telling the forgotten history of a pioneer Miami family
Physics instructor brings humor and everyday language to mysteries of the universe
A retired aerospace program manager, Mark Egdall teaches popular courses on Einstein’s theory of relativity, the Big Bang, and the space-time continuum.
Triple alumnus and University professor seeks to inspire communities to action through art
Xavier Cortada, artist in residence for Miami-Dade County, brings his interactive public art campaign to campus.
Widow finds friendship and fun through OLLI at UM
Not long after her husband died, she did a Google search and found her way to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.
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.
