Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Minnesota

05/21/2026

We loved learning about "encore adulthood" in this fascinating talk by Professor Phyllis Moen and OLLI Director Kate Schaefers. If you missed it, you can watch the recording. See link in the comments.

What’s your next act? We’re living longer, but the rules for the second half of life are changing. Join Phyllis Moen and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Director Kate Schaefers this Thursday for a deep dive into "Encore Adulthood." Whether you're navigating a midlife pivot, facing economic uncertainty, or looking for a new sense of purpose after your primary career, this session offers the roadmap you need for renewal and growth.
When: May 14 | 12:30–2 p.m. Where: Virtual
Sign up today: ccaps.umn.edu/olli/olli-u-lecture-series.
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05/14/2026

Celebrating 40 years of community inclusion! Check out this recording of OLLI at the U series.

Missed the celebration? Dr. Amy Hewitt’s powerful presentation on 40 years of community inclusion is now available to watch! If you missed the live Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) "At the U" session, you can still learn about the Institute on Community Integration’s incredible work and how we can all foster belonging in our daily lives.
Catch the recording at: ccaps.umn.edu/olli/olli-u-lecture-series
Special thanks to sponsor .

05/14/2026

Authored by Samuel Moyn, the The New York Times commentary “Older Americans are hoarding America’s potential” (April 27) "echoes a familiar — and harmful — narrative: that older adults are obstacles to progress, clinging to resources and influence at the expense of younger generations."

So begins "Counterpoint: No, America’s potential is not being hoarded," written by University of Minnesota (UMN) Long Term Care faculty director Rajean Moone, and published by the Minnesota Star Tribune.

Moone, also associate director for policy at the University of Minnesota Center for Healthy Aging and Innovation and a member of the Age-Friendly Minnesota Council, argues that "this framing is not only reductive, it also perpetuates ageism at a moment when the country can least afford it." z.umn.edu/counterpoint

Detail of photo by Jeff Chiu/The Associated Press

Rajean Moone of Minnesota School of Public Health

05/12/2026

Check out the recording of this fascinating session on the Institute of Community Integration.

Better Together! Did you know the University of Minnesota’s Institute on Community Integration is celebrating 40 years of impact? Join us this Thursday for an inspiring session with Dr. Amy Hewitt.
We’re diving into the essential mission of ensuring that everyone—including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities—has a place to contribute and thrive in our schools, workplaces, and neighborhoods. Discover why a more inclusive community is a stronger community for everyone.
When: May 7 | 12:30–2 p.m. Where: Virtual
Register here: ccaps.umn.edu/olli/olli-u-lecture-series.
Special thanks to sponsor .

05/12/2026

We explored the magic of the Kerlan Collection. If you missed the session—or any of our previous events— recordings are now available online for you to enjoy.
Thank you for joining us this April! We only have two sessions left. If you loved these sessions, consider joining the Osher Lifelog Learning Institute (OLLI) for even more lifelong learning opportunities.
Watch the replay at ccaps.umn.edu/olli/olli-u-lecture-series.
Special thanks to sponsor .

05/12/2026

If you missed this, you can still watch the recording!

What can 6-million-year-old ice tell us about our future?
Dr. Peter Neff’s fascinating deep dive into Antarctic ice cores and sea-level rise is now available to stream. If you’re curious about the data behind climate change, this is the session for you!
Watch this Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) “At the U” series replay at ccaps.umn.edu/olli/olli-u-lecture-series. ❄️
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05/12/2026

We are thrilled to have OLLI Director Kate Schaefers speak at this free session. Sign up to attend and/or get a link to the recording afterwards.

What’s your next act? We’re living longer, but the rules for the second half of life are changing. Join Phyllis Moen and Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Director Kate Schaefers this Thursday for a deep dive into "Encore Adulthood." Whether you're navigating a midlife pivot, facing economic uncertainty, or looking for a new sense of purpose after your primary career, this session offers the roadmap you need for renewal and growth.
When: May 14 | 12:30–2 p.m. Where: Virtual
Sign up today: ccaps.umn.edu/olli/olli-u-lecture-series.
Special thanks to sponsor .

05/12/2026

This is a fabulous event and OLLI is proud to be a sponsor. Check out the OLLI booth!

Join us for the fifth annual Age-Friendly University Day at the University of Minnesota! 🌟

This inspiring day of learning and connection will feature keynote speaker Dr. Sheryl Ramstad, breakout sessions on healthy aging, inclusive home design, navigating change, and a jargon-free look at AI.

📍 McNamara Alumni Center
📅 June 8, 2026
⏰ 8:30 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Whether you are a retiree, lifelong learner, or community member interested in aging well, this event offers meaningful conversations and opportunities to connect.

Learn more and register: https://www.sph.umn.edu/events-calendar/age-friendly-university-day/

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! Join OLLI for this free lecture on Thursday featuring Dr. Peter Neff to learn more about climate history, by studying ice cores in Antarctica.

6,000,000 years of history are trapped in the ice.
Join Dr. Peter Neff this Thursday as part of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) “At the U” series as we travel to Antarctica (virtually!) to explore ice core science. These tiny air bubbles from the past are the key to understanding Earth’s climate future and rising sea levels.
Get the "ice-cold" facts on where our planet is headed.
When: April 23 | 12:30–2 p.m. Where: Virtual (Register at ccaps.umn.edu/olli/olli-u-lecture-series)
Special thanks to sponsor .

04/17/2026

If you missed this, no worries. It was recorded. Sign up for the series to get zoom links to these informative lectures in the OLLI At The U series.

The future of cancer treatment is here, and it’s personal.
This Thursday, Professor Christopher Pennell from the Masonic Cancer Center joins the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) “At the U” series to discuss Immunotherapy. Learn how we are finally unlocking the immune system’s potential to fight cancer with incredible specificity and potency.
It’s science that saves lives. Don't miss this deep dive into the "Holy Grail" of therapy.
When: April 16 | 12:30–2 p.m. Where: Virtual (Register at ccaps.umn.edu/olli/olli-u-lecture-series)
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