Supported by the Bernard Osher Foundation, OLLI is a vibrant learning community offering a rich array of short courses, field trips and lectures of particular interest to adult learners who are interested in taking short-term, non-credit classes. No college background is needed all that is required is a love of learning. Activities take place on the easily accessible Casper College campus as well as offsite in other community locations.

When you become an OLLI member, you’ll enjoy theses benefits:

• Meeting new friends with similar interests
• Early enrollment in OLLI courses
• Discounted course fees
• Specially-designed field study opportunities
• The satisfaction of supporting OLLI in its mission to promote lifelong learning and personal growth for adults over age 50.

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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Casper College Membership Structure

OLLI Members:

• Fall/Spring/Summer (3 Sessions)
  $55.00 per person:  Includes two free classes in both the Fall and Spring sessions, and one free class in the Summer, as well as admission to all lecture series events. Each additional class is $8.00 per class. Additional costs for books and materials may apply. Field studies priced separately, depending on duration and location of the excursion.
• Fall or Spring Only (1 Session)
  $35.00 per person:  Includes two free classes and admission to all lecture series events. Each additional class is $8.00 per class. Additional costs for books and materials may apply. Field studies priced separately, depending on duration and location of the excursion.
• Summer (1 Session)
  $20.00 per person:  Includes one free class and admission to all lecture series events. Each additional class is $8.00 per class. Additional costs for books and materials may apply. Field studies priced separately, depending on duration and location of the excursion.

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The Bernard Osher Foundation was founded by Bernard Osher in 1977. Through the foundation, his philanthropy has benefited a wide range of educational, cultural, and other nonprofit organizations primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area and his native Maine. In the 1990s, the Foundation funded a series of Osher Scholar programs, extending scholarship assistance for post-secondary education to nearly thirty colleges and universities as well as professional and technical schools in California and Maine.

Bernard Osher

Barbro Osher

Maine native Bernard Osher is a successful businessman and community leader, a patron of the arts and education, whose philanthropy has affected countless organizations over the past quarter century. His wife, the Honorable Barbro Osher, Consul General of Sweden in San Francisco, serves as chair of the foundation.

History of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Movement
What began in 1997 as the University of Southern Maine’s Senior College became the nation’s first Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. And its beginnings are the stuff of legend. Local Rabbi, Harry Sky, worked with the leadership of the University to invite potential older learners to a meeting about an exciting new learning opportunity for older learners in Maine. They expected 150 people, and had enough “chowdah” to feed 175. When 500 potential students showed up, the program was successfully launched, albeit with a very watered down fish chowder lunch.

The Senior College was renamed in 2001 after receiving a gift from The Bernard Osher Foundation that enabled the program to expand its peer-taught courses, workshops and other activities for more than 950 adult learners, ages 55 and over in the Portland, Maine area. OLLI was started, developed and remains an organization run primarily by volunteers who develop the curriculum, staff the office at USM, and design OLLI's extracurricular activities including local and international field trips. The USM institute also coordinates the Maine Senior College Network (MSCN), an organization of the state's 15 Senior Colleges that serves more than 6000 Mainers statewide annually.

Recognizing that the proportion of older people in the United States is growing rapidly, and with it, the demand for lifelong learning programs, the Osher Foundation began to encourage the development of vibrant learning communities of older adults. The Foundation funded Sonoma State University, a member of the California State University (CSU) system, which planned to model its lifelong learning program on the highly-respected Fromm Institute at the University of San Francisco.

Then across the country, new programs offering stimulating learning opportunities were started—and a national movement was born. Pleased with the results of their two pilot programs, the Foundation decided to join the “lifelong learning” field in a significant fashion. The concept of a network of Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes was compelling, and Requests for Proposals (RFP) were sent to the remaining campuses in the California State University system as well as to those in the University of California (UC) system.

In November 2002, the Foundation Board awarded initial grants to six campuses in the CSU group ( Bakersfield, Cal Poly at San Luis Obispo, Dominguez Hills, Hayward, San Francisco, and San Jose) and four campuses of the UC system ( Davis, Riverside, San Francisco, and Santa Cruz). A separate award was made to the University of Vermont. In February 2003, two more CSU campuses ( Fullerton and San Bernardino) and two more UC campuses ( Berkeley and Irvine) were awarded Osher Foundation grants along with the University of Hawaii at Manoa. With these additional grantees, the Foundation was supporting Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes on 18 campuses in four states. In April 2003, the outstanding progress demonstrated by Sonoma State University led to an endowment grant along with its third year of operating grant support.

In an effort to expand and further diversify the network of Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, another RFP was issued in mid-September 2003 to nearly 30 colleges and universities in California and across the nation. In February 2004, the Board of Directors of The Bernard Osher Foundation approved first-year operating grants to 23 institutions of higher learning. In this cohort are eight additional California State University campuses (Channel Islands, Chico, Humboldt, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Marcos, and San Diego; the remaining three University of California campuses (Los Angeles, San Diego, and Santa Barbara); four private universities (Brandeis, Dominican University of California, Santa Clara, and Richmond); six state universities from Hawaii at Hilo in the West to New Hampshire in the East – with Arizona State, Kansas, Nebraska, and Utah in between; and two community colleges providing unique services to seasoned learners – Sierra College in Northern California and Yavapai College in Prescott, Arizona.

Soon existing Lifelong Learning Institutes became interested in the affiliation with the Osher Foundation, seeking to expand and strengthen current programming. Although prior emphasis had been placed largely on start-up programs, the Foundation was also interested in helping to strengthen existing programs, of which there are nearly 400 across the country. In June 2004, with initial grants from the Foundation, the network of Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes was expanded to include seven established Lifelong Learning Institutes programs at George Mason University, Kennesaw State University, Duke University and the Universities of Dayton, Minnesota, Oregon, and Pittsburgh.

February 2005 saw the designation of 12 additional programs as Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes. The institutes include existing programs at Rutgers University (NJ), University of South Florida, University of Miami; Eckerd College (FL); Tufts University (MA); University of Texas at El Paso; University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston; University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Northwestern University (IL); University of North Carolina at Wilmington; Clemson University (SC); and a new institute at California State University, Fresno.

Thirteen programs were approved in June, 2005 by the Foundation's Board of Directors. They include: University of Alabama at Huntsville, University of Alaska at Fairbanks, American University, Washington, D.C., University of Arizona, Hampton University (VA). University of Massachusetts-Boston, University of Missouri-Columbia, New York University, Saginaw Valley State University (MI), University of South Carolina-Beaufort, University of Southern Mississippi-Hattiesburg, Texas Tech University and University of Wisconsin-Madison. The programs at Hampton University, New York University, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison programs are start-ups and the remaining ten are existing programs.

Thanks to the generosity of the The Bernard Osher Foundation, the network of Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes across the United States is meeting the needs of older learners who want to learn simply for the joy of learning and personal fulfillment.

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• Bee’s Knees
  This fun and informative class follows the instructor’s journey into beekeeping. Learn beekeeping basics,
  how to get started, and the difference between Langstroth and top bar hives. Join us on a field trip to
  peer inside a working beehive.
  • Course # OLLI 5031
    Thur., July 25
    1–3 p.m.
    Location: GW 218
    Field Trip: Fri., July 26, 1–4 p.m. Van departs from the Tate
    Geological Museum parking lot.
    Instructor: Debra Reddy
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $5

• Shifting Gears for Fun and Fitness
  Dust off that bike that has been sitting in your garage and join your fellow OLLIs for two leisurely,
  relatively flat surface bike rides. Prior to the rides, our instructors will teach us about bicycle safety
  and simple repairs. They will share photos andtales of their biking vacations that may inspire you
  to venture out on your own adventure. You need to have a working bike to participate in this class. You
  must wear a safety helmet during the ride. If you do not have a helmet, we will provide one. We will take
  frequent breaks. You may ride as far as you wish. You need to be fit enough to ride at least two miles.
  • Course # OLLI 3060
    Tue. and Thur., June 4 to June 13
    3–5 p.m.
    Location: LH 171
    Field Trip: The location for the bike rides will be announced in class.
    Instructors: Steve and Libby Kurtz
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• Birds of a Feather
  Do you ever wonder what that brown, yellow, red, or gray thing is dining at your backyard birdfeeder?
  Learn spotting techniques, equipment to use, and identifying features of birds common to our area
  during the northern migration. We will practice our new bird identification skills on a field trip around
  Casper. Bring your lunch and your binoculars. This trip is rated Moderate: some stairs or uneven
  surfaces; restrooms or outhouses on site or nearby; walking required; some walking on rock or
  dirt paths; expect to board and exit the van or bus numerous times; most areas are not wheelchair
  accessible.
  • Course # OLLI 5032
    Thur., June 6 and 13
    7–8:30 p.m.
    Location: GW 218
    Field Trip: Fri., June 14, 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Vans depart from
    Tate Geological Museum parking lot.
    Instructor: Larry Keffer
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $5

• The Boxer Rebellion: The “Alamo” of Beijing
  At the start of the 20th century, Chinese anger towards Western exploitation and the corruption
  of the Manchu Dynasty erupted into a violent firestorm known as The Boxer Rebellion. With their
  embassies besieged, the world’s major powers engaged in a land-rush style military operation in
  China under the guise of protecting their national interests. The Boxer Rebellion had far-reaching
  consequences that formed the basis of future Asian conflicts and continues to fuel Chinese suspicion
  toward the policies of other nations to this day. We will discuss The Boxer Rebellion and its influence
  on geopolitics in this class.
  • Course # OLLI 2080
    Tue. and Thur., July 16 and 18
    2:30–4 p.m.
    Location: GW 225E
    Instructor: Tom Smyth
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 - $8

• Cooking Up History: Dutch Oven Cooking
  What did cross-country travelers do for food before there were McDonalds, KFC, and taco stands everywhere? Early pioneers
  cooked their daily meals in Dutch ovens. Learn about westernstyle
  dining al fresco and life on the Mormon Trail through the eyes of Andrew Hunter-Scott, the instructor’s ancestor. You
  will learn Dutch oven cooking methods and recipes and enjoy a meal cooked early pioneer style.
  • Course # OLLI 8006
    Fri., July 12
    9 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Location: Ft. Caspar picnic shelter
    Instructor: Wes Bertagnole
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $11

• Creating Joy While Parenting Our Parents
  As many baby boomers have discovered, it seems like everyone their age is dealing with aging parents. Thanks to
  better nutrition and health care, our parents are living longer. Changing roles and expectations can strain the parent and
  adult-child relationship. We will base this facilitated discussion on the book, Creating Moments of Joy by Jolene Brackey. Come
  share frustrations, resources, stories, and ways to create moments of joy for our parents and us. We recommend reading
  the book for the class, but it is not mandatory.
  • Course # OLLI 2051
    Tue. and Thur., June 18 and 20
    6–7: 30 p.m.
    Location: GW 223
    Instructor: Janet de Vries
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• Gold Fever
  Delve into the history of prospecting gold in Wyoming and learn a little about geology. The instructor will demonstrate how to
  pan for gold and introduce you to different types of mining equipment. We will pan for gold in Garden Creek on Casper
  Mountain. This trip is rated Moderate: some stairs or uneven surfaces; restrooms or outhouses on site or nearby; walking
  required; some walking on rock or dirt paths; expect to board and exit the van or bus numerous times; most areas are not
  wheelchair accessible.
  • Course # OLLI 5010
    Mon., July 8
    1:30–3:30 p.m.
    Location: EI 100
    Field trip: Tue., July 9, 12:30–2:30 p.m. The van will depart from the Tate
    Geological Museum parking lot. Please bring wading shoes and pack a lunch.
    Instructor: Rick Messina
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $26 (for gold panning kit)

• Gothic Literature
  Originating in the 1760s, gothic literature sought to confront readers with hidden fears and repressed desires. While many
  types of fiction found its genesis in gothic literature, it rema ins its own genre. We will discuss the unique features of the gothic
  novel as well as major works and authors of gothic literature including Horace Walpole, Matthew Lewis, Mary Shelley, Conan
  Doyle, and Daphne du Maurier.
  • Course # OLLI 2081
    Tue., June 18 and 25
    6:30–8:30 p.m.
    Location: LH 183
    Instructor: Atticus Bailey
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• Home Grown Adventure II
  Join instructors Terry Logue, Ed Strube, and Dana Van Burgh on three consecutive daytrips to Bessemer Bend, the Red Wall
  area near Kaycee, the Fort Fetterman area, and Ayers Natural Bridge. We will learn about geologic structures; flowers,
  shrubs, and grasses; trail intersections; the Town of Bessemer; and the Goose Egg Ranch. We will also visit the Pioneer
  Museum in Douglas. This trip is rated Moderate: Some stairs or uneven surfaces; restrooms or outhouses on site or nearby;
  walking required; some walking on rock or dirt paths; expect to board and exit the van or bus numerous times; most areas are
  not wheelchair accessible.
  • Course # OLLI 5011
    Tue., Wed., and Thur., June 25 to 27
    8 a.m.–4 p.m.
    Location: Meet at the Tate Geological Museum parking lot.
    Instructors: Terry Logue, Dana Van Burgh, and Ed Strube
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $16

• I’ve Written Something; Now What?
  Learn what to do next with that manuscript, article, play, poem, etc. you have written. We will explore publishing options, how
  to write a query letter to an agent or editor, and the benefits of submitting your material to a blog, online magazine, contest,
  or compilation book. We will also spend some time writing and critiquing our work.
  • Course # OLLI 4020
    Mon., July 22 and 29
    2–4 p.m.
    Location: GW 218
    Instructor: Gayle Irwin
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• Journaling with George
  Learn how to create your own journal. Our approach to journaling will combine writing and drawing and will focus
  on how to organize your journal using both disciplines. Bring to class an unlined 8” x 5 1/2” notebook/journal, black Pilot
  writing pens, and a set of Crayola markers. (Do not bring Sharpie markers. They bleed through the paper.)
  • Course # OLLI 2061
    Tue., Wed., and Fri., July 9, 10, and 12
    9:30 a.m.–noon
    Location: GW 222
    Instructor: George Vlastos
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• Kritiko Cooking
  This class builds upon techniques you learned in past olive oil classes with George Vlastos. We will
  pay special attention to cooking Kritiko style using traditional recipes from the Island of Crete. No
  prerequisite classes required.
  • Course # OLLI 8007
    Tue., July 23
    2–4:30 p.m.
    Location: GW 224
    Instructor: George Vlastos
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $22

• Have Some Madeira, M’Dear
  Learn 20 million years of history about the Portuguese Island of Madeira in two hours including
  flowers, embroidery, hiking along the levadas, Christmas celebrations, and the making of Madeira
  wine, a favorite wine of George Washington. The second class will feature a tasting of various
  Madeira wines.
  • Course # OLLI 4071
    Wed., June 5
    4–6 p.m.
    Location: GW 223
    Field Trip: Wed., June 12, 4–6:30 p.m. We will meet at the Wolcott Galleria, 136 S. Wolcott St, 2nd floor.
    Instructor: Bob Moore
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $25

• Meditative Doodling
  Lines, swirls, and other decorative patterns have been around since ancient times. We will explore
  the evolution of various patterns and doodles and the meditative benefits of doodling. Each
  class includes practice time drawing patterns and creating your own unique artwork. No drawing
  experience is necessary, just a desire to lose yourself in a fun and relaxing art form. Please bring
  paper and a pen to class to take notes. There will be a $7 materials fee payable to the instructor for a
  small sketchbook and pens to use in the class.
  • Course # OLLI 2062
    Mon., June 3 to 24
    1:30–3:30 p.m.
    Location: GW 115
    Instructor: Jody Halferty
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• Creative Memory Box
  Store your treasured photos and memorabilia in a beautiful memory box that you create. Family
  members will treasure these heirlooms for generations. You will construct a memory box
  from decorated paper and embellish it with mixed media including Fantasy Film and Fiber, Splash Ink,
  stamps, embossing powders, glitter, wire, organic items, findings, and metal leafing. No prior artistic
  experience is required to learn how to create these wonderful boxes for your beloved items.
  • Course # OLLI 2100
    Mon., July 1, 1–4:30 p.m.
    Tue., July 2, 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
    Location: VA 102
    Instructor: Emily Miller
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $25 (for materials)

• The Nature of Doodling: Organic Patterns
  With summer around the corner, learn to focus your mind and boost your creative confidence
  while creating beautiful patterns inspired by nature. No drawing experience required and there is no
  prerequisite class. There will be a $7 materials fee payable to the instructor for a small sketchbook and
  pens to use in the class.
  • Course # OLLI 3070
    Wed., June 5 to 26
    6–8 p.m.
    Location: GW 222
    Instructor: Jody Halferty
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• The Old and New Covenants of the Bible
  Known today as the Old Testament and New Testament, the Christian community as a whole has
  accepted both of these testaments as authoritative and as one book from God; yet, they seem very
  different. We will study the differences between the two testaments and examine why the Christian
  community has historically believed that both testaments are required to make up the one Bible.
  • Course # OLLI 4005
    Mon., June 17 and 24
    6–8 p.m.
    Location: GW 218
    Instructor: Steven Gunderson
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 - $8

• Dinner and a Movie: Paint Your Wagon
  Join us for dinner, a lecture, and a showing of the 1969 film adaptation of Lerner and Loewe’s Broadway musical,
  Paint Your Wagon, which is about a gold mining boomtown in California during the 1850s. The film features Lee Marvin,
  Jean Seberg, and Clint Eastwood in the only singing role of his career. (Yes, it is actually Clint singing, his voice has not b een
  dubbed by Marni Nixon.) We will enjoy a great dinner with at least one bean dish as homage to the song, Hand Me Down that
  Can o’ Beans. Bring your sense of adventure and join us for this fun-filled class.
  • Course # OLLI 2083
    Thur. July 25
    5:30–9:30 p.m.
    Location: CS 160
    Instructors: Lisa Icenogle and Rachel Wright
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $18

• Pearls of Wisdom: Jewelry Care and Storage
  Each treasured piece of jewelry is precious and needs special care. We will discuss common stones and metals, improper
  practices to avoid, and recommended cleaning and storage. With proper care, your jewelry will last for generations. Please
  bring pictures of your jewelry or the actual piece to class. We will share stories about the jewelry.
  • Course # OLLI 3001
    Thur. and Fri., June 20 – 21
    3–5 p.m.
    Location: GW 222
    Instructor: Pam Jones
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• Remembering Neverland: Books of Our Childhood
  Before there were video games and DVDs, there was a world of books that helped usher us into a larger world. Join us as
  we remember The Secret Garden, Peter Pan, The Black Stallion series, The Hardy Boys, and many more of our childhood
  favorites. Learn more about their writers and the times that framed these stories. Please bring your own memories of
  favorite books to share as we explore this precious period.
  • Course # OLLI 4030
    Mon., July 8 and 22 (No classes on July 15)
    10–11 a.m.
    Location: BU 219
    Instructor: Laurie Fletcher
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• Riparian Areas
  The term “riparian” comes from the Latin word “ripa” meaning riverbank. Riparian areas are the zones along water bodies that
  serve as interfaces between terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Join the Wyoming Game and Fish Department as we learn more
  about riparian areas and their importance to wildlife. This class includes a field trip to Edness K. Wilkins State Park. This trip is
  rated Moderate: some stairs or uneven surfaces; restrooms or outhouses on site or nearby; walking required; some walking
  on rock or dirt paths; expect to board and exit the van or bus numerous times; most areas are not wheelchair accessible.
  • Course # OLLI 4060
    Tue., June 25
    6–7:30 p.m.
    Location: LH 184
    Field trip: Fri., June 28, 8 a.m.–1p.m. The bus will depart from Tate Geological
    Museum parking lot. Bring wading shoes and pack a lunch.
    Instructor: Robin Kepple
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $5

• True Images: Photographing Downtown Casper
  Learn how to use your camera to see the magic in everyday downtown Casper features. You may focus on the patterns in a
  street lamppost or in the bricks on the side of a building. You do not need a fancy camera or a lot of photography experience to
  participate in this class. You can even go “old school” and shoot with a film camera. We will download the photos we take on to
  the computer and learn to create interesting black and white or sepia toned works of art. Bring your favorite camera to class.
  • Course # OLLI 2030
    Mon. and Wed., July 8 to 17
    6–8 p.m.
    Location: GW 223
    Instructor: Karel Mathisen
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8
    Fee: $5 (covers cost of the CDs and photo development)

• Wetlands
  Wetlands play an important role for wildlife, providing food and habitat for numerous species. Join the Wyoming Game and
  Fish Department as we learn about and explore wetlands and what they mean to Wyoming’s wildlife. This class will include a
  field trip to a wetland for some hands-on activities. This trip is rated Moderate: some stairs or uneven surfaces; restrooms or
  outhouses on site or nearby; walking required; some walking on rock or dirt paths; most areas are not wheelchair accessible.
  • Course # OLLI 5021
    Tue., June 18
    6–7: 30 p.m.
    Location: GW 222
    Field trip: Fri., June 21, 8:30–noon. Meet at Game and Fish Building, 3030
    Energy Lane. Bring wading shoes.
    Instructor: Robin Kepple
    Cost: 01 – Complimentary
    02 – $8

• Mizel Museum and Babi yar memorial Park
  Learn about the signifi cance of the Babi Yar massacre with our guide, Lance Jones. During
  the drive he will give a talk about the Holocaust and the importance of museums such as the
  Mizel Museum. The cost of the trip includes transportation to Denver, tours of the museum
  and park, a kosher cooking demonstration and meal, a talk by a holocaust survivor, and
  an overnight stay at the Hilton Gardens Inn in downtown Denver.
  • Mon. and Tue., June 17 and 18, 2013
    Single: $450
    Double: $376 per person
    Payment in full due May 15

• Central City opera: the Barber of Seville
  Join us for an activity-packed cultural and historic trip to Central City, Colorado and the
  surrounding area. We will attend Rossini’s The Barber of Seville at the Central City Opera, enjoy
  a wine tasting at Canyon Winds Cellars, and ride the historic Georgetown Loop Railroad. The cost
  of the trip includes transportation, lodging, a breakfast lecture about the opera, dinner at the
  beautiful Teller House with a talk by the Central City Opera pit musicians, wine tasting, and opera
  and railroad tickets.
  • Mon. thru Thur., July 15 to 18, 2013
    Single: $950
    Double: $775 per person
    Payment in full due June 10
    Don’t miss these
    special trips.
    Space is limited.
    Call 268-2097
    or 268-2099 to
    sign-up today.
    

If you are interested in teaching a class for the OLLI program please call Karen Arnold at 307-268-2099 for more information.

When is the Registration Deadline?
Unless otherwise noted, registration is on-going until the class fills or begins. Class sizes are limited and registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis.

What about cancellations?
Classes occasionally are cancelled due to insufficient registration or other unforeseen circumstances.  All fees will be refunded if the class is cancelled by Casper College.  In most cases, the decision to cancel a class will occur at least three days prior to the start of class, so register early to prevent cancellations.

What about refunds?
If you are unable to attend a class or field study for which you have registered, please notify us at least THREE business days prior to the start of the class or the registration deadline, whichever date is sooner, to cancel your registration and arrange for a refund.  No refunds will be granted without the required notice.  Failure to attend is not a cancellation.  If you have any questions please call 307-268-2097.

What is the regular class size?
Because supplies must be purchased in advance and because there is limited space in many of the classrooms, the class size is limited to the number of students listed in the capacity.  If a class is full, students will be put on a waiting list. Students are not advised to show up at a class if the class is full.

What about inclement weather?
In the event of inclement weather, call the college at 307-268-2100 to verify the status of your class.

It is the policy of Casper College that discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, or veteran status shall not exist in the college’s treatment of employees and students.

Welcome to the National Resource Center website for the network of Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes (OLLI). The OLLI at the University of Southern Maine (USM) serves as the national center for the current network of 117 lifelong learning institutes throughout the nation.

The National Resource Center for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes plays a lead role in disseminating information on effective educational programming for older learners. In addition to providing information and connections via a website, the Resource Center will publish a national research journal, plan a biennial national conference, and provide a number of other ways for OLLIs to connect with one another.

The Bernard Osher Foundation designated the Osher Institute at USM as the National Resource Center for Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes in 2004. The Center is not a governance body so much as a center for excellence and dissemination of best practice models. Each Osher Institute reflects the culture of its own university and its learning community. The National Resource Center exists to facilitate the exchange of opinions, solutions and experiences among institutes throughout the country so that all can benefit.

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