Introducing Osher Online at OLLI at KSU
OLLI at Kennesaw State University is excited to offer Osher Online, a unique benefit available exclusively to active OLLI at KSU members. Through this national program, you'll join fellow lifelong learners from participating Osher Institutes across the United States in engaging online courses led by expert instructors.
Explore topics ranging from history and science to literature, current events, and the arts. Osher Online expands your classroom beyond KSU while connecting you with a nationwide community of lifelong learners.
What is Osher Online?
Osher Online is a national education program developed by the Osher National Resource Center (NRC) at Northwestern University. Courses are presented live online and supported by dedicated moderators and technical staff to ensure a smooth and engaging experience for participants.
Program Details
- Course Length:
- 6 weeks
- Class Schedule:
- One 90-minute live session each week
- Format:
- Live via Zoom
- Course Fee:
- $75 per course
- Membership Requirements:
- Participants must have an active OLLI at KSU membership at the time of registration.
- Class Size:
- Seating is limited, so early registration is highly encouraged.
- Attendance:
- Classes are not recorded. Participants should plan to attend live each week.
What Happens After Enrollment?
Once enrolled, you'll receive a welcome email from the Osher National Resource Center containing:
- Your Osher Online login credentials
- Access to the course website
- Course syllabus and class materials
- Zoom meeting information
- Discussion board access
- Customer support information
- An invitation to attend a pre-course orientation session
The orientation is designed to help participants become comfortable navigating the online learning platform and accessing course materials.
Why Participate?
- Learn from outstanding instructors from across the country
- Explore topics not typically offered locally
- Connect with fellow Osher members nationwide
- Enjoy the convenience of learning from home
- Participate in live discussions and interactive sessions
Registration Now Open
Browse the Osher Online course offerings below, watch the preview videos, and click Enroll Now next to your selected course to register. Need assistance or prefer to register over the phone? Call Enrollment at 470-578-6765, option 1.
Your OLLI at KSU membership opens the door to a national classroom. Join us this fall and discover the possibilities of Osher Online!
Registration for all OSHER Online classes closes January 5, 2027
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Living off The Laughter: History of Comedy in America
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Power and the People: The Evolution of the U.S. Federal Judiciary
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The Invisible Thread: 3,500 Years of Global Supply Chain
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The American Revolution and the British Empire
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Office with Confidence
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Famous Furniture Makers and Their Fabulous Creations
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Today's Technology: How Does It Work?
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Pulling Out All the Stops: The Organ, Its History and Its Music
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Paper Trails: The History of US Mass Media Ownership
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Folk Singers, the FBI, and the Second Red Scare
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Deaf History and Culture
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50 Years of Star Wars
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Functional Healthspan: Measuring What Matters
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Gilded Age New York
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Funny You Should Mention It: TV Sitcoms in the 21st Century
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Unknown Goodness and Events of the Holocaust
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Broadway Musicals: A Fascinating History
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Popular Cultures of the Middle East
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John Muir and the American Environmental Movement
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Women's Suffrage: About More Than the Vote!
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Hidden Influences: Lost Gems of the 20th Century
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Functional Healthspan: Measuring What Matters
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The Last 100 Years of Russian Rulers: From Stalin to Putin
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From Gregorian Chant to Bohemian Rhapsody: The Evolution of Vocal Groups
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Living Off the Laughter: The History of Comedy in America, Part II
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If Einstein Climbed Everest: Alexander von Humboldt's Hero's Journey to South America
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Embodying the Inner Truth: The Films of Denzel Washington
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Uncertain by Nature: Quantum Mechanics and Nuclear Chemistry
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The Power of Introverts
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Women, Sainthood, and Power
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August Wilson's American Cycle-Building Fences and Homes: The Latter Plays
New Osher Online courses are being scheduled. Please check back soon.