UTEP Institute Offers Lifelong Learning Classes for Adults 50+ Learning is timeless, and no one knows that better than the students and instructors involved with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at The University of Texas at El Paso. This innovative program offers unique classes and opportunities for learners over the age of 50, helping them to feed their curiosity, socialize, make new friends and spend their time in meaningful ways. “Our mission is to mitigate isolation, create social connectivity and promote engagement for a healthier lifestyle,” said Lynn Provenzano, executive director of OLLI. “If you look at our catalog, it’s good stuff. It’s an amazing array of offers that feed your curiosity. Learning never gets old.” Founded 35 years ago as the Center for Lifelong Learning, OLLI extends Professor Emerita Diana Natalicio’s vision of offering adult education courses to the El Paso community. In 2008, UTEP received an endowment from the Bernard Osher Foundation officially establishing OLLI at UTEP as one of 124 Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes in the United States and opening the doors to online course offerings in an Osher national program for OLLI members. The OLLI program covers art, history, languages, fitness and more taught by knowledgable presenters and instructors. The OLLI annual membership is $50 with benefits through clubs, activities, bulletins, volunteerism and the opportunity to register for an unlimited number of courses, lectures and tours for an additional nominal fee in the fall, spring and summer terms. Members says that they come for the intellectual stimulation,and stay for the people!