What is the OLLI at UNCW?
UNCW is one of 119 prestigious universities and colleges in the United States designated as an Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. Founded by Bernard Osher in 1997, the Bernard Osher Foundation supports a wide range of educational and cultural initiatives. In 2005, UNCW received $100,000 of funding from the foundation to expand continuing education and lifelong learning programs open to all, but focused on 50+. UNCW received another $100,000 in 2006. In June 2007, the foundation generously endowed the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UNCW with $1 million to continue expanding educational courses and diversity programming!
How Can I Participate?
Gifts | Memberships | Volunteering
Gifts - Charitable donations may be made at any time in any amount. OLLI offers full and partial scholarships for those in financial need. Call 910.962.3644 for more information.
Membership - It's easy! When you register for a Pathways program, you can join OLLI and start saving immediately by paying the member price for programs. Additional levels of membership allow you to personalize your learning experience.
- Lifelong Learner ($20 per semester)
- Member pricing
- Invitations to OLLI-only programs
- Super Weekend discount
- Randall Library privileges
- E-mail notifications of special UNCW events
- Costco discount membership
- OLLI Club ($250 per semester)
- All the Lifelong Learner benefits
- Free, unlimited courses (excludes Active Club) and societies
Volunteering - OLLI needs course ambassadors and event assistants for our programs. Duties include meeting with instructors, distributing attendance rosters, ensuring that classroom space is unlocked prior to classes and assisting the instructor with technology when necessary. To apply, complete the online volunteer form (pdf) and fax to 910.962.3096 or mail to OLLI VOLUNTEERS, UNCW PSCS, 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403-5614 or call 910.962.2599.
