Ah, OLLI! A place where learning comes so readily!

We hope the responses to the following frequently asked questions will help you fully understand the Institute. We also have links to additional sites of interest and attached a brief streaming video made when we were called Renaissance Institute.


Frequently Asked Questions
• What is the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Boise State?
• If I hold a current membership to Renaissance Institute is it still valid at OLLI?
• Who presents the courses and lectures and what are the topics?
• Who can join?
• What is the cost?
• Are scholarships available?
• Where are classes held?
• May I bring a guest?
• Are there opportunities for social interaction beyond the classes and lectures?
• How do I register?


Useful Links

Streaming Video
• View a Streaming Video about Renaissance Institute, now known as the Osher Institute! *

   * Requires Real Player. For a free download, click here.
    

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What is the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Boise State?

The OLLI at Boise State, formerly the Renaissance Institute, is an educational program serving the adult community with continuing learning opportunities through college–level lectures and short courses chosen to stimulate intellectual discussion and deepen understanding. The Institute recently became the OLLI and is affiliated the Bernard Osher Foundation who sponsors adult continuing education programs similar to ours nationwide. We also work in collaboration with community organizations.

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If I hold a current membership to Renaissance Institute is it still valid at OLLI?

Absolutely. Only the name has changed.

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Who presents the courses and lectures and what are the topics?

Course and lectures are presented by university faculty, emeriti faculty and experts drawn from the community. Topics range across the disciplines and members have a voice in determining the focus of the sessions.

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Who can join?

Any interested adult is welcome to join the Institute.

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What is the cost?

Membership for one season costs $35. An annual membership costs $55.

Boise State Alumni, Emeritus Guild members, and AAA members receive a discounted $50 annual membership rate.

Membership assures seating in lecture presentations in the Lecture Series and the opportunity to register for Short Courses. Courses are inexpensive and vary depending on length of instruction. The average cost is $40.

For more membership information, visit our membership page.

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Are scholarships available?

Yes. Individals that need a financial assist may apply for scholarships that will cover the cost of an annual membership and half the cost of classes. To request an application, please phone Extended Studies at (208) 426-1709.

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Where are classes held?

Lectures and courses are held in various locations that lend themselves to the course presented. We strive to identify places that enhance the topic of the lecture and or that allow for lecture style seating in a relaxed setting. For example, courses have been held in the Student Union on the Boise State campus, the Flicks Theater, The Cabin, Boise Art Museum, the Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy, the Idaho State Capitol Building, the Basque Museum, the Water Center and the World Center for Birds of Prey. We have also taken courses on the road and some courses include field trips.

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May I bring a guest?

Yes, and please do. We welcome your guest at any lecture in the lecture series, but we ask that members bring a different guest to each session, limiting each non-member guest to one visit per season. Please call (208) 426-1709 a week ahead to reserve a space for your guest.

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Are there opportunities for social interaction beyond the classes and lectures?

Yes, and please do. We welcome your guest at any lecture in the lecture series, but we ask that members bring a different guest to each session, limiting each non-member guest to one visit per season. Please call (208) 426-1709 a week ahead to reserve a space for your guest.

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How do I register?

You can become a member and register for classes at the same time, or become a member now and register for specific classes later. However, please note that classes will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so register early.

For information and registration forms, visit our Registration page.

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Useful Links

Boise State University
http://www.boisestate.edu

Boise State Extended Studies
http://www.boisestate.edu/extendedstudies

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute National Resource Center http://www.usm.maine.edu/olli/national

Albertson Library
http://library.boisestate.edu

Boise State Alumni Center
http://alumni.boisestate.edu/

Boise State University Foundation
http://foundation.boisestate.edu/

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