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008 Lifelong Learning with Steve Thaxton
Summary
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The conversation discusses the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, which provides educational opportunities for retirees. The institute was founded by Bernard Osher and offers classes on a wide range of topics, including technology, history, health, and the arts. The conversation covers how to find and join an Osher Institute, the cost of membership and courses, the availability of online classes, and the opportunity for travel programs. The conversation also mentions the importance of socialization and volunteering within the Osher community.
Takeaways
- The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute provides educational opportunities for retirees and offers classes on a wide range of topics.
- To find and join an Osher Institute, individuals can visit the Osher website and search for institutes near their location.
- Membership fees and course prices vary depending on the institute but generally range from $200 to $400 per year.
- Osher Institutes offer both in-person and online classes, with online offerings becoming more common during the pandemic.
- Travel programs are available at some Osher Institutes, offering day trips, domestic overnight trips, and international trips.
- Volunteering opportunities are also available within the Osher community, with various roles and committees to get involved in.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
02:21 The Changing Landscape of Retirement
06:06 Finding and Joining an Osher Institute
08:01 Membership and Course Costs
10:57 Online Classes and the Impact of the Pandemic
13:49 Travel Programs and Social Events
Connect with Steve Thaxton and find out more about the Osher Institutes at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevethaxton/.
Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Connect with the podcast at...
Website: https://www.decluttering55plus.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decluttering55plus
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decluttering55plus
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/decluttering55plus
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Takeaways
Chapters
The conversation discusses the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, which provides educational opportunities for retirees. The institute was founded by Bernard Osher and offers classes on a wide range of topics, including technology, history, health, and the arts. The conversation covers how to find and join an Osher Institute, the cost of membership and courses, the availability of online classes, and the opportunity for travel programs. The conversation also mentions the importance of socialization and volunteering within the Osher community.
Takeaways
- The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute provides educational opportunities for retirees and offers classes on a wide range of topics.
- To find and join an Osher Institute, individuals can visit the Osher website and search for institutes near their location.
- Membership fees and course prices vary depending on the institute but generally range from $200 to $400 per year.
- Osher Institutes offer both in-person and online classes, with online offerings becoming more common during the pandemic.
- Travel programs are available at some Osher Institutes, offering day trips, domestic overnight trips, and international trips.
- Volunteering opportunities are also available within the Osher community, with various roles and committees to get involved in.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
02:21 The Changing Landscape of Retirement
06:06 Finding and Joining an Osher Institute
08:01 Membership and Course Costs
10:57 Online Classes and the Impact of the Pandemic
13:49 Travel Programs and Social Events
Connect with Steve Thaxton and find out more about the Osher Institutes at https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevethaxton/.
Tune in every Friday for new episodes.
Connect with the podcast at...
Website: https://www.decluttering55plus.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/decluttering55plus
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/decluttering55plus
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/decluttering55plus
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.