Courses
OLLI at Eckerd College offers more than 400 classes a year on a wide variety of topics. Formats range from one session lectures to multi-session courses, from day trips to multi-day international tours. Membership is not required for participation but it certainly has its benefits!
OLLI has three terms: Fall (September–December), Winter (January–April), and Spring/Summer (May–September.) Most activities are offered on week-days but some events take place during evenings and on weekends.
Ready to start? Visit our registration website for course catalog and registration!
New to the area? Just visiting? Have a friend in town? We welcome you to join us for one class at the member rate—for one time only—before deciding on an annual membership. Select a class that interests you and call the OLLI office at 727.864.7600 to check space availability. Special offer does not apply to day trips or special events.
Study Travel
Open your eyes to a world of new experiences! Choose from a variety of travel opportunities for a chance to travel with fellow lifelong learners, from trips curated and escorted by OLLI at Eckerd College staff and faculty, to those arranged by trusted travel agencies and cruise lines. Where will you study next?
Nova Scotia and the Canadian Maritimes
September 18–26, 2019
Enjoy a journey along the famous Cabot Trail explored by Englishman John Cabot in the late 15th Century. This nine day experience, offered through Premier World Discovery, takes Lifelong Learners on scenic drives and landscapes for an unforgettable journey. Learn more about Nova Scotia and the Canadian Maritimes
Cuba
November 26-30, 2019
Discover the unique offerings of Cuban entrepreneurs, artists, intellectuals, and private restaurant owners throughout Havana in this intimate and meaningful people-to-people exchange curated by Eckerd College. Learn more about our Cuba trips.
Teaching for OLLI
OLLI’s instructors are its lifeblood—they deliver great content, facilitate meaningful discussions, and keep OLLI members on their toes with new perspectives. Each term OLLI welcomes back veteran instructors who have been with OLLI for years, while also introducing new instructors that have come to us via member recommendation, staff research, or their own outreach.
We are looking for presenters in all range of disciplines but especially seek those who teach in the following disciplines: art, current affairs, Florida studies, history and science.
OLLI has three terms: Fall (September–December), Winter (January–April) and Spring/Summer (May–August). Most programs are offered on weekdays.
Submitting a Proposal
- Read the OLLI Instructor Handbook (revised 2018)
- Complete the OLLI Course Proposal Form
Questions about teaching for OLLI? Please email Program Coordinator, Liz Wagner at wagneret@eckerd.edu
