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OLLI at UK

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UK offers educational and enrichment courses, forums, shared interest groups, trips, events and more for adults 50 years and older.

OLLI at UK is a membership program with an annual fee of $50. OLLI Members are eligible to register for courses and SIGs, sign up for socials, trips, special events, and projects, access UK Wellness Centers, and more. Membership begins in August and includes Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. Membership may be purchased throughout the year. Summer-only membership is prorated.

Donovan Scholarship

The Office of Lifelong Learning is also home to the Donovan Scholarship, which pays tuition and mandatory course fees for adults 65 years and older, taking academic courses at the University of Kentucky. The scholarship is available for courses held on campus and limited availability for UK online classes. You can learn more at our Donovan Scholarship page here.

Membership & Registration

To register for current OLLI at UK offerings or to purchase membership, visit our registration site below.

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Current Offerings

The OLLI at UK offers a wide variety of courses, SIGs, Seminars, trips and more! To view a complete list of OLLI at UK offerings, please click on the “View Current Offerings” button below.

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Want to Teach for OLLI?

OLLI at UK is always looking for dynamic instructors with a passion for teaching. Learn more by visiting our "Teach for OLLI at UK" page below.

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Latest News

Join Us for a Book Discussion & Signing with Crystal Wilkinson Free (Registration Required)

Oct 20, 2026

Attention lifelong learners! Please join us for a special event featuring Crystal Wilkinson, an award-winning author, former Kentucky Poet Laureate, and University of Kentucky professor of English. Crystal will share insights from Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts: Stories and Recipes from Five Generations of Black Country Cooks. The text serves as a culinary memoir weaving together family stories, Appalachian traditions, and recipes passed down through generations.

New Travel Opportunity! New York City & The Hudson River Valley

Sep 23, 2026

New York City & The Hudson River Valley May 14 - May 21, 2027 (7 Days/6 Nights) This 7-day educational travel experience offers an engaging blend of American history, culture, architecture, and scenic beauty. Designed specifically for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute audience, this program balances structured learning opportunities with leisure time and immersive experiences in both New York City and the historic Hudson River Valley.

Spring 2027 Proposals Now Open!

Sep 11, 2026

The course proposal form for Spring 2027 is now open! OLLI at UK is always looking for dynamic instructors with a passion for teaching. OLLI instructors have a passion for their subject, a commitment to lifelong learning education and a willingness to share their knowledge with others who love to learn. Click here to submit a proposal form!

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