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About the Institute
Since its founding, Brandeis University has signified excellence in education. Over the years, it has increased its renown by continuously expanding its broad variety of undergraduate, graduate and special opportunities in its many schools and academic departments.
In 2000, Brandeis recognized the still unfulfilled demand for educational and intellectual stimulation for adults who are beyond the traditional university years. To help fill that need, the university established the Brandeis Adult Learning Institute (BALI). In 2004, the program became the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Brandeis (BOLLI).
BOLLI, one of 122 Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes throughout the nation, offers a broad range of noncredit educational activities for retired, semi-retired and other adult participants. The program emphasizes peer leadership, individual and group participation and research, and an atmosphere of sociability and mutual encouragement.
BOLLI offers 10-week semesters in the fall and spring. Classes meet for one hour and 25 minutes on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the Gosman Sports & Convocation Center. The Lunch & Learn lecture series is held between classes on both days. In January and June, Brandeis faculty members lead one-week Brandeis at BOLLI Seminars.
Members are also welcome to participate in a variety of cultural and educational opportunities that are made available to the entire Brandeis community.