Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Towson University provides learning opportunities to expand knowledge, gain insights into current events, and access social and cultural activities in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. There are no entrance requirements, just bring your curiosity and love of learning.

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Founded in 1999 as the Auburn Society and taking its name from its original home in the historic Auburn House on the Towson University campus, the former Auburn Society became the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in 2006 when it was awarded a grant from the Bernard Osher Foundation. The Osher Foundation supports a national network of lifelong learning institutes on university campuses from Maine to Hawaii.

In spring 2009, The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Towson University was awarded $1 million endowment by the Bernard Osher Foundation after having received $100,000 grants from the Osher Foundation for each of the three preceding years.

Quick Contact: Tracy Jacobs, Director, tjacobs AT_TOWSON, 410-704-3437

Fall 2024 Course Schedule

Find out what classes are coming up this fall. The full online catalog is now available and online preview will be available in early August, but it's not too soon to plan ahead!

Session I: September 9–October 4
Session II: October 14–November 9
Class will not be held October 7–11

Learn more and view course catalog.

Schedule subject to change.

Membership fees are $60 per person. Members can participate in all Osher activities and use TU’s Cook Library, University Store and campus dining facilities.

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