|
New fall term classes continue to start now through October and November. Single session classes, both in person and online, make a refreshing break for those who may have been away traveling. Lunch and Learn this week will discuss The Four Pillars of Healthy Aging with David Mastroianni. And Marcie’s Movie Club has added a new November section, complete with movie captions, just in time for Marcie’s awards season previews. Read below for more highlights and a few new Special Events. There is so much to do and learn at Osher! | |
|
About 697,000 people die of heart disease in the United States every year--that's one in every five deaths! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the United States. Many times, patients do not get all of their questions answered at their doctor's appointments. If you or a family member has been diagnosed with a cardiac condition, or if you want to understand how to maintain a healthy heart, this class is for you. Join like-minded people to focus on health and wellness, as well as get personal attention so that you can live a healthier life.
Wednesday, October 16 at 9:30 am
| |
|
Discover how to use Google Drive to store documents, spreadsheets, slides, and forms in the cloud. Access your files on Drive anywhere using your mobile devices or desktop computers. Learn how to create, organize, and store your files about family events, travel, business, social activities, and much more. Work with new Google Sites to build websites quickly and easily. Google Sites is a free and easy way to create and share webpages. Bring your phone or tablet to class. We will have fun and get organized.
Thursday, October 24 at 2:30 pm
| |
|
Each week, Marcie's Movie Club will watch and then discuss a film at Salt Lake Film Society's Broadway Centre Cinemas-SLC's home for independent film. Films will be a variety of recently released big-name, independent, documentary, and international titles. The class fee includes a movie ticket each week and free parking validation. If a class must be missed, class members will be offered complimentary tickets to watch the film on their own at another time. Osher members will connect with one another over independent, first-run cinema, as well as with their fellow global citizens through documentary and international films. As Roger Ebert noted, movies are an empathy machine! Movies will be shown with captions.
Monday, November 4 at 1:45 pm
New Section Added!
| |
|
Planning a trip to Olympic National Park, also known by Native Americans as "Sparkling Waters", or just reminiscing about a bygone family vacation? This class is for you! In this Armchair Traveler Mini-Series, we will explore the can't miss spots like Hurricane Ridge, Hoh Rainforest, Shi Shi Beach, Mt Storm King, Ruby Beach, and more. You will learn important things you need to know about each location, activities to do if you don't want to hike, how to take part in Ranger programs, as well as how to travel throughout the park with a wheelchair. And last but not least, we will discuss how to navigate traffic patterns. Join us to discover a plethora of fun activities around and near Olympic National Park.
Tuesday, October 8 at 1:30 pm
| |
|
When Hitler and the Nazis rose to power in the 1930s, it became evident to Jews across Europe that their civil and religious rights would soon be in serious peril. About 5,000 Jews ended up in Ecuador as their haven in the storm. Many of them thrived and made lives there, even though they could leave once WWII ended. Even American Jews were unaware of this tiny Jewish community and its many contributions to their adopted county. Doris Rubenstein was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ecuador from 1971–73 and was fascinated to learn about this outpost of Jews.
Wednesday, October 9 at 9:30 am
| |
 |  | Doris Rubenstein is a Detroit native with B.A. from the University of Michigan and her M.A. from Augsburg University in Minneapolis. She served in the U.S. Peace Corps in Ecuador from 1971-73. She is a long-time reporter for the (Twin Cities) American Jewish World, and was a regular guest columnist for the Minneapolis Star Tribune and the Twin Cities Business Journal, with those articles syndicated across the country. Her many articles on both philanthropy and the arts have appeared in publications nationwide. As a result of her research for the historical novel The Boy with Four Names, Doris has become one of the few Americans who have extensive knowledge of the Ecuadorian Jewish community and its oversized impact and influence on the country that welcomed them during the Holocaust. She has presented numerous programs on the subject of the Jews of Ecuador all over the country including Boise State University, Washington University in St. Louis, University of Texas-Austin, and to her local community in the Twin Cities, including the University of Minnesota.
| |
These FREE lectures are designed for Osher members and our wider community to enjoy. No Osher membership is required to register and attend via Zoom Webinar. Learn from a new esteemed local expert each week this fall. Invite a friend to join you from 12:00-1:00 pm on Zoom or join us in person for our watch party at 540 Arapeen Drive in Room 238 each week! | |
|
The Four Pillars of Healthy Aging
By David Mastroianni, Natural Growth, LLC
| |
|
It is never too late to address the health concerns of aging, no matter what your age. We will discuss the differences between chronological vs. biological age, longevity, and the latest scientific research in the areas of nutrition, sleep, movement, and engagement. What are the four pillars of healthy aging, and how do they work to extend one's health span? In what areas of your life do you practice these principles, and where can we find areas for improvement? This presentation will focus on the lifestyle factors that improve vitality and mental fitness, and ward off the common degenerative diseases most prevalent today. This is a non-medical discussion without surgical or drug interventions.
Wednesday, October 2 at Noon
| |
Did you miss a Lunch & Learn lecture or would you like to rewatch a previous lecture? Never fear! We record almost every lecture. You can watch the recordings in our archives, going back to February 2021. Enjoy and please share this link with friends who may be interested in what we learn here at Osher! | |
|
Join Osher intern Lisa West for a rejuvenating Nature Walk at Red Butte Garden! This is a perfect opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature, engage with fellow lifelong learners, and explore the seasonal wonders of one of Salt Lake City's most beautiful gardens.
Please note: Free admission to the garden requires a U of U Student ID card. All Osher members are eligible to get an ID card through the UCard office: https://ucard.utah.edu. If do not have a student ID card, Red Butte Garden admission fees are $14-$16.
Monday, September 30 at 11:30 am - TODAY!
Thursday, October 17 at 11:30 am
| |
|
Bountiful Davis Art Center Visit
The Bountiful Davis Art Center was created in 1974 and is based in the beautiful city of Bountiful, Utah. Bountiful City and the University of Utah collaborated to establish the Bountiful Davis Art Center. It became a nonprofit organization in 1984. Located on historic Main Street, it offers a beautiful, unique space where guests can enjoy incredible art and make lifetime memories. Bountiful Davis Art Center is a jewel for the art scene in Utah. The galleries are spacious and well-designed. The displays are very professional and showcase the best works of Utah-based artists. They also offer art classes, art festivals, and family art night.
Thursday, November 7 at 10:00 am
| |
|
Meet Our New Graduate Intern:
Welcome Lisa West!
| |
|
Lisa West holds a BA in Religious Studies from the University of Utah and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Social Work while interning with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. As a passionate lifelong learner, Lisa not only looks forward to participating in classes but is also dedicated to fostering a sense of community and volunteerism at Osher. Lisa is committed to diversity and social justice and is eager to contribute to expanding special events and shared interest groups, welcoming your ideas to help bring them to life. Whether you're looking for support within Osher or beyond, she is a valuable resource for connecting you with the right opportunities.
Lisa’s interests include people, dogs, family, reading, nature, and thought-provoking ideas. Look for her on Mondays and Thursdays in the hallways before and after classes and in the Osher Lounge area in Room 233 where we serve complimentary hot beverages in the mornings and offer a book exchange and bulletin board. Lisa likes to call this room the “Osher hub” so be sure to stop by to say hello!
| |
Farewell to Our Volunteer Leader Linda Johnson | |
| |  | We are sad to report that Linda Johnson, Chair of the Osher Curriculum Committee, passed away on September 24, 2025 from pancreatic cancer. Linda loved Osher and we loved her. She joined Osher in fall 2010, taking over 80 classes right through this past summer of 2024. She loved learning and was an asset to any class she joined, often serving as a classroom assistant to the instructor. In 2018, she volunteered to serve on the Osher Curriculum Committee and was the committee’s Chair over the past year. Always curious, she helped to ignite the passion for learning in others, reaching out to inspire fellow Osher members to enroll in a particular class and recruiting new and exciting instructors to teach for us. Her particular passion was for topics in science, nature, fitness, medicine, and especially bird watching, Great Salt Lake Audubon, and the Tracy Aviary. Her love for these topics lives on in each person and organization she touched through her dedicated and highly effective volunteer work at Osher and beyond. She will be greatly missed.
| |
Stay Connected by Joining Us on Social Media | |
The Osher Instagram and Facebook pages are a great way to stay connected. We highlight the accomplishments of Osher instructors and members. Special Events are updated, posted, and featured here too. Please like us to stay up to date and share with your friends who would enjoy all that Osher has to offer!
| | |
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
801-581-6461 | osher@utah.edu
| |
| | | |
