arm chair traveler Series

Curiosity about the world makes better citizens of us all. The price of a book, or trip to the library, is a first class ticket to faraway lands that we may never visit.  Instructors of this series have visited and experienced the lands of faraway.  Come and be a part of the culture, in some instances experience the food, and dream of visiting these locations.

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Courses

A complete body of prescribed studies constituting a curriculum will be used in this series of classes.  This is a new category for the OLLI at the U of A.  Courses and Special Events are a five to six part series featuring more in-depth details about a particular subject. Come be a part of this new study and share your knowledge of topical and lively discussions.

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Experiencing Fayetteville in Bloom

For the fifth year, the city of Fayetteville has been acknowledged in a nationwide competition that matches cities in size and population to promote beautification and environmental awareness. In 2009 Fayetteville won one of eight criteria honors, the Gardens Alive! Environmental Awareness Award, given out during the annual America in Bloom Symposium and Awards Program at the Hershey Lodge in Hershey, PA. Cindi Cope, OLLI member, Board member, and also Chair of the Fayetteville in Bloom Program, represented Fayetteville at the symposium and was honored as a nominee for the first annual John R. Holmes III Community Champion Award.

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Dine & discover

The Osher Institute’s Dine & Discover series offers you the opportunity to experience an overview of an interesting topic while enjoying lunch with your peer group.

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Out & About

This field trip series offers our members the opportunity to engage in a variety of experiences. From the world of business and industry to the burgeoning arts scene, Northwest Arkansas has so much to see and do – and more’s on the way! So join us for a chance to see first-hand what’s going on in our area through these days of learning, fun and getting to know your peers.

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saturday series

Have you ever wanted to be a part of OLLI at the University of Arkansas?  Has work or other commitments got in your way of participation?  If you answered yes to both of these question this series is for you!  Look through this schedule to see what you can participate in this exciting new series.  From Opera to Pharaoh’s to Beading Jewelry there is something for everyone.

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Study Groups

The Osher Institute’s study groups are our “regular classes,” covering a variety of subjects presented by a variety of experts. The one thing they all have in common is their interesting, interactive nature. So feel free to choose as many as you like – you won’t be disappointed!

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Travel Groups

Explore areas outside of Arkansas. The Osher Institute in partnership with Jacobsen Tours offers a variety of courses to experience a kaleidescope of landscapes, colors, people and places.

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