SDSU's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Offers Compelling Spring Courses

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at SDSU offer more than 20 courses during the spring semester beginning Monday, Feb. 8 at the Extended Studies Center on the SDSU campus.

The curriculum for the age 50-and-better program also includes workshops and lectures, as well as “members-only” events for book clubs, special events and Eduventures.

Among the fall courses are:

Why It’s the FIRST Amendment! (Why Freedom of Speech and Religion Remain so Important and Controversial); Mondays, Feb. 8-March 14, 1-2:50 pm

Explore many free-speech and government-and-religion controversies, and learn why the U.S. Constitution’s First Amendment is also first in importance and controversy.

Body Politics: Women’s Sexuality in American History; Wednesdays, Feb. 10-March 30, 9-10:50 am

Examine the dramatic changes in sexual behaviors and attitudes expected of women of various races and social classes throughout American history.

The 2016 Presidential Primaries: Candidate Stampede and Media Frenzy; Thursdays, Feb. 11-May 19 (every other week), 9-10:50 am

It’s a little less than 10 months before the General Election and already the media is in a deafening frenzy. Is this election all about the media?

Generational Crisis in the Middle East, from the End of WWI to Present; Tuesdays, April 5-26, 9-10:50 am

This course will help you gain a better understanding of the root causes of the current situation in Iraq and the Levant.

To find out more about OLLI or to become a member, call (619) 594-2863, e-mail osher@mail.sdsu.edu or visit neverstoplearning.net/osher.

This is a SDSU Research Foundation program managed by SDSU’s College of Extended Studies.

SDSU’s College of Extended Studies reaches out to San Diego, the nation, and the world with a wide variety of lifelong learning opportunities, and more than 50 certificate programs for career advancement. Topics range from contract management, construction, and craft beer, to grant writing, marketing, and human resources. And many programs are available online. The CES also offers one of the largest ESL programs in the U.S. through the American Language Institute; and university-quality courses to students age 50 and better through the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Other opportunities include seminars, study abroad, corporate education and access to regular SDSU classes through Open University. For more information or to register, visit neverstoplearning.net or call (619) 265-7378 (SDSU).