ABOUT
About OLLI at DU
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Denver is a membership-based program for adults 50 and better, dedicated to enriching lives through high-quality learning and social engagement. We offer diverse noncredit courses, lectures, webinars, social events, and travel opportunities—no tests, no grades, just learning for the love of learning. With six locations across the Denver metro area and a variety of online and in-person programming, OLLI at DU strives to balance the convenience of virtual learning with the value of face-to-face connections, creating a welcoming and engaging community for lifelong learners.
We are part of a national network of Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes endowed by The Bernard Osher Foundation.
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Our office hours are Mon - Thurs, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Fridays, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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Our Membership
Joining OLLI means becoming part of a vibrant community where members can expand their knowledge, forge lasting friendships, and enjoy exclusive benefits such as access to hundreds courses each year, free webinars, complimentary fitness classes, member-only events, exciting travel opportunities and so much more!
Our Courses and Programs
OLLI at DU offers members a wide range of engaging courses, both in person and online in subjects from art to science to history to technology and beyond! In addition, members are invited to participate in our other programs such as the OLLI Travel Program, Shared Interest Groups, and Special Events.
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Our Staff
Amber Barthel
Technology Coordinator
Main Office
Amber.Barthel@DU.edu
Ana Cadury do Prado
Program Coordinator
OLLI at DU West
Ana.DadurydoPrado@DU.edu
Candy Hyatt
Program Manager
OLLI at DU Central
Candy.Hyatt@DU.edu
Christine Liptak
Zoom Assistant and Travel Coordinator
Main Office
Christine.Liptak@DU.edu
Darcey VanWagner
Program Manager
OLLI at DU South
Darcey.VanWagner@DU.edu
Dave Johnson
Support Specialist
Main Office
David.K.Johnson@DU.edu
David Schoenhals
Co-Director of Curriculum, Operations, and Finance
Main Office
David.Schoenhals@DU.edu
Kim Penoyer
Operations Specialist
Main Office
Kimberly.Penoyer@DU.edu
Laura Uzzle
Co-Director of Marketing, Communications, and Development
Main Office
Laura.Uzzle@DU.edu
Maria Elena
Program Manager
OLLI at DU On Campus
MariaElena.Gacia@DU.edu
MaryAnn Mace
Program Coordinator
OLLI at DU On Campus
MaryAnn.Mace@DU.edu
Mitra Verma
Support Specialist
Main Office
Mitra.Verma@DU.edu
Sherry Feinbaum
Program Manager
OLLI at DU West
Sherry.Feinbaum@DU.edu
Sherilee Selby
Program Coordinator
OLLI at DU South
Sherilee.Selby@DU.edu
Tamara Barkdoll
Program Coordinator
OLLI at DU Central
Tamara.Barkdoll@DU.edu