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 from OLLI programs nationwide for thought-provoking courses led by expert instructors. Whether you’re exploring history, philosophy, science, or the arts, you’ll enjoy vibrant conversation, fresh perspectives, and a supportive online learning community.
2026 Summer & Fall Courses
Daytime Courses
| Course | Date and Time | Preview Video |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6 – 8/10/2026 | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM | ||
| 7/7 – 8/11/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| 7/7 – 8/11/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| 7/8 – 8/12/2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | ||
| 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 | Preview | |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7 – 8/11/2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | ||
| 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 |