Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) are a great way for OLLI-UO members to continue lifelong learning beyond the classroom! These groups provide new opportunities to form friendships with other members around shared interests. They are independent and self-directed, with members deciding where and when to meet and how the group will function. SIGs are open to current OLLI-UO members only, i.e. those who hold a membership for the current year.
Have an idea for a SIG? See examples of past SIGs, review SIG guidelines, and propose a SIG here.
Eugene/Springfield
Dining with Friends combines the enjoyment of cooking and sharing of a social occasion with old and new friends. Dining with Friends meets once a month (alternating between Wednesdays and Sundays) and is not intended to be a gourmet group. To be added to the contact list, email facilitator Rosemarie Smith (see the OLLI-UO Member Directory in the Member Portal).
Rosemarie Smith
Eugene/Springfield
OLLI-UO members who have lived at least one year abroad are invited to join the Expatriates group to share experiences and discuss current events in former countries of residence. We meet monthly, with the location decided by the rotating host member. To be added to the group contact list, email the facilitator (see the OLLI-UO Member Directory in the Member Portal).
Sherri Lange
Eugene/Springfield
This SIG is for active OLLI-UO members having fairly solid fluency in French conversation. We will spend some time in small groups discussing random or pre-planned questions. The group meets in person at participants’ homes. To be added to the group contact list, email the facilitator (see the OLLI-UO Member Directory in the Member Portal).
Joanna Alexander
Eugene/Springfield
T’ai Chi is a gentle exercise/art that teaches patience, stamina, balance, calm readiness, speed, and accuracy in slow circular movements, while dancing the form. T’ai Chi is a moving meditation. Focusing on the postures, you’ll leave behind your troubles and those of the world. This group meets two times a month: once in person and once on Zoom. To be added to the group contact list, email the facilitator (see the OLLI-UO Member Directory in the Member Portal).
Bruce Gates
Eugene/Springfield
To be added to the group contact list, email the facilitator (see the OLLI-UO Member Directory in the Member Portal.
Debbie Black
Eugene/Springfield
To be added to the group contact list, email the facilitator (see the OLLI-UO Member Directory in the Member Portal).
Deb Sorensen
Eugene/Springfield
To be added to the group contact list, email the facilitator (see the OLLI-UO Member Directory in the Member Portal).
Rebekka Wachter