About Membership Benefits

Membership Benefits for All OLLI-UO Sites

Stay active and engaged with people who are interesting and interested in the world. Including sharing your knowledge and experience with others.
Explore unique learning opportunities—without the stress of tests or grades!
Create your own schedule: attend as many program offerings as you like for a single twelve, six, or three-month duration.
Access all OLLI-UO programming and delivery formats, no matter your site affiliation. For example, based on your location and schedule, you can choose to attend in-person sessions at any of our three locations, and join any of the field trips or Zoom-delivered classes.
Gain University of Oregon library access—Eugene and Portland campuses.

Note: At UO the senior audit process is managed through the Office of the Registrar, not through OLLI.

In Eugene/Springfield, classes are primarily held at the UO Baker Downtown Center.

Included with your membership is access to the adjacent “CPE Permit Only” parking lot. The digital permit is claimed as a second step, after OLLI registration, and is linked to your vehicle’s license plate number. The registration staff can assist with this process.
A hot cup of tea or cocoa is always available in the hallway near the classrooms.

In Central Oregon, classes are held at multiple locations and parking is determined by the venue.
In Northwest/Portland, parking is available on the UO Portland Campus. You will need to utilize the UO Transportation Services online portal, to obtain a digital Visitor Permit for your specific vehicle.

Who benefits from participating in OLLI-UO?

Individuals who are nearing retirement, or work part-time, and want to engage in explorations to shape the next phase of their lives.
People who have recently retired and seek new learning experiences and new social connections in the community.
Anyone who has recently relocated to a new area and has some flexibility in their schedule to accommodate intellectual and social pursuits.

Who benefits from supporting the OLLI-UO program?

Any business or resident of our community! Whether it’s your family member, neighbor, or co-worker that participates in lifelong learning, we all benefit from the collective health benefits of flourishing community members.