Weekly Essentials

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents an Afghan Dinner and a Reading: "Outspoken" with human rights activist Sima Samar

Thursday, January 09, 2025

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents an Afghan Dinner and a Reading: "Outspoken" with human rights activist Sima Samar

Join CAS for a Reading and discussion with author and activist Sima Samar on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025 from 5:30-7:00pm in the Frank-Ratchye STUDIO for Creative Inquiry, CFA 111.

OLLI at FIU presents: "The King was a Mensch: Exploring Elvis Presley's Jewish Roots" with renowned travel writer Dan Fellner

Thursday, December 19, 2024

OLLI at FIU presents: "The King was a Mensch: Exploring Elvis Presley's Jewish Roots" with renowned travel writer Dan Fellner

Locked away in a crate for several decades until its recent public unveiling, a grave marker in Memphis revealed a little-known fact about one of America’s most iconic figures of the 20th century. Yes, Elvis Presley, the King of Rock & Roll, had Jewish roots.

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Happy Holidays from CMU!

Thursday, December 19, 2024

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Happy Holidays from CMU!

A warm holiday greeting from Carnegie Mellon president, Farnam Jahanian and his wife, Tris. "May the joy of community keep your spirits warm and bright this holiday season!"

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We're Bringing Back the Osher at CMU Waiting List!

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We're Bringing Back the Osher at CMU Waiting List!

After three years of it being disbanded, Osher at CMU has reached the maximum number of members that is needed to re-establish the waiting list. We expect the list to be reinstated early January 2025.

*Last one of the year!* Next Brown Bag event on December 20th: SIG Brown Bag and a Movie!

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Last one of the year! Next Brown Bag event on December 20th: SIG Brown Bag and a Movie!

The 3rd Friday of each month for this past year Osher has had an event - Lunch & A Movie. We meet in the lounge for a “bag lunch” at 11:30 followed by a movie at 12:15.

DID YOU KNOW? You can make a donation in honor or in memory of your favorite Study Leader?

Thursday, December 12, 2024

DID YOU KNOW? You can make a donation in honor or in memory of your favorite Study Leader?

When you make a donation, make sure you add the comment of "in honor/memory of my favorite Study Leader,." Adding a donation to our Endowment fund in their name will support the legacy of the Study Leader and the longevity of Osher at CMU.

The Curriculum Committee is looking for THREE new members!

Thursday, December 12, 2024

The Curriculum Committee is looking for THREE new members!

Osher at CMU is a volunteer-run organization, and we need your help on the Curriculum Committee! Complete the Volunteer Application for consideration!

Osher at CMU Snow Days and Winter Weather Policy

Wednesday, December 04, 2024

Osher at CMU Snow Days and Winter Weather Policy

As we enter into the season of temperamental weather, please review our Bad Weather Policy. Please use common sense when venturing out. Thank you!

Spotlight on Courses and Open Courses List!

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Spotlight on Courses and Open Courses List!

For your New Year's resolution, try a new course - something that you didn't register for on your first go-around! Click on the link below for course descriptions and schedules.

Osher at CMU Endowment Fund Update

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Osher at CMU Endowment Fund Update

Donations to the Osher at CMU Endowment fund have started to come in. Thank you everyone that has helped kick start this fund. Our goal is $1 million.

The CMU Philharmonic has their end of semester concert coming up on December 5th! Get your free tickets today!

Thursday, November 21, 2024

The CMU Philharmonic has their end of semester concert coming up on December 5th! Get your free tickets today!

The CMU Philharmonic has a wonderful performance scheduled to close out the fall semester. Osher members have access to FREE tickets with presentation of their Osher membership card.

Volunteers Needed for a CMU Student Project: Digital Literacy Interest Survey

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Volunteers Needed for a CMU Student Project: Digital Literacy Interest Survey

Tharun Sunthar, a first-year student at Carnegie Mellon University, is conducting a survey to better understand the challenges older adults face with technology

Thank you to all who helped Team Osher raise OVER $500 for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank!

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Thank you to all who helped Team Osher raise OVER $500 for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank!

We are so happy to have achieved our goal of raising OVER $500 for GPCFB! If you forgot to donate, or would still like to donate, there's still time to donate!

Spring 2025 Registration is NOW OPEN for 2025 Members!

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Spring 2025 Registration is NOW OPEN for 2025 Members!

Spring 2025 Registration is NOW OPEN for 2025 members! If members need their username, please email the office!

Volunteers Needed for a CMU Student Project: "Sip and Share"!

Thursday, November 14, 2024

Volunteers Needed for a CMU Student Project: "Sip and Share"!

Malavika, a student at Carnegie Mellon University, is hosting a ‘Sip and Share’ event to explore how grandparents pass down cultural values and traditions to their grandchildren. Click here for more information!

Announcing the Winter 2025 NRC Osher Online Courses!

Thursday, November 14, 2024

Announcing the Winter 2025 NRC Osher Online Courses!

In partnership with the Osher National Resource Center, we're proud to offer new courses through the NRC's Osher Online Program! Osher Online registration ends December 20th!

DID YOU KNOW? Osher has a Hearing Assistance System in the Cyert Hall Classrooms!

Thursday, November 14, 2024

DID YOU KNOW? Osher has a Hearing Assistance System in the Cyert Hall Classrooms!

Osher at CMU classrooms at Cyert Hall has a hearing assistance system designed to enhance the listening experience for all.

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents an Egyptian Dinner and a Reading: "Echoes of the Soul: Reflections on Love, Faith, Alienation, and Exile"

Thursday, November 07, 2024

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents an Egyptian Dinner and a Reading: "Echoes of the Soul: Reflections on Love, Faith, Alienation, and Exile"

Join CAS for a Reading and discussion with author Mukhtar Saad Shehata on November 21, 2024 from 5:30-7:30pm in the Frank-Ratchye STUDIO for Creative Inquiry, CFA 111.

The Spring 2025 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Thursday, November 07, 2024

The Spring 2025 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Spring 2025 Catalog! Registration is NOT open. Do you have your username and password? If not, contact the Osher office!

Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "Civic Engagement When A Democracy Is At Risk" by Prabha Sankaranarayan

Wednesday, October 09, 2024

Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "Civic Engagement When A Democracy Is At Risk" by Prabha Sankaranarayan

Join us on Monday, October 28th at 7PM on Zoom for this exciting lecture! Sign up for the lecture by logging into the registration website and registering for ID: 5431. The Meeting ID is: 959 5987 2003, and the Password: Lecture.

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU members can get FREE tickets for CMU School of Music performances!

Thursday, October 03, 2024

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU members can get FREE tickets for CMU School of Music performances!

The CMU School of Music has many groups that perform year round, and Osher members have access to FREE tickets to their public events!

Osher at CMU Endowment — Fund For the Future

Friday, September 27, 2024

Osher at CMU Endowment — Fund For the Future

Please take a moment to read through our FAQ to learn more about this endeavor!

The CMU Scott Institute presents a Distinguished Lecture by Christina Cassotis

Thursday, September 26, 2024

The CMU Scott Institute presents a Distinguished Lecture by Christina Cassotis

Come on October 3rd at 12 noon in Rangos 3 - Cohon University Center for a Distinguished Lecture at the Scott Institute for Energy Innovation featuring Christina Cassotis, CEO of Allegheny County Airport Authority.

The Osher Chili Cook-Off has been cancelled.

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

The Osher Chili Cook-Off has been cancelled.

We hope to postpone the event to a future date! Keep an eye on the WE for future announcements!

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU has discounted season tickets for the CMU School of Drama performances!

Thursday, September 19, 2024

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU has discounted season tickets for the CMU School of Drama performances!

The CMU School of Drama performs five shows each year, and Osher can get discounted season tickets!

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversation initiative presents, "Immigration at the Ballot Box: Key Issue for 2024"

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversation initiative presents, "Immigration at the Ballot Box: Key Issue for 2024"

Presented on October 1st at 12:30PM, this virtual panel will delve into why people migrate, the crisis at the border and impact of immigration policies on the economy and communities.

Join the new SIG - Walking Special Interest Group now starting Monday, September 30th!

Thursday, September 12, 2024

Join the new SIG - Walking Special Interest Group now starting Monday, September 30th!

Mondays from 10am-11am, beginning September 30th at Schenley Oval. Join for a refreshing and enjoyable walking class that takes you on a weekly adventure through some of the most scenic parks in the area!

You're Invited: Osher at CMU 32nd Annual Meeting. Click here for the Annual Report!

Thursday, September 12, 2024

You're Invited: Osher at CMU 32nd Annual Meeting. Click here for the Annual Report!

Please join us for the 32nd Annual Meeting: will be held on Thursday, September 26th, 2022 at 4:00 PM on Zoom and In-Person! Also, the Annual Report is now available to read!

We need THREE volunteers to help us during the CMU Benefits & Fitness Fair on October 30th from 10am-2pm!

Thursday, September 05, 2024

We need THREE volunteers to help us during the CMU Benefits & Fitness Fair on October 30th from 10am-2pm!

Osher at CMU always sets up a booth during CMU's Benefits & Fitness Fair to promote lifelong learning to the CMU community. We're looking for three volunteers who would be willing to help spread the word about our program.

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversation initiative presents: Bridging the Divide: Understanding and Addressing Political Polarization in America

Thursday, September 05, 2024

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversation initiative presents: Bridging the Divide: Understanding and Addressing Political Polarization in America

Presented on September 11th at 5:30PM, this event is part of Carnegie Mellon University’s Deeper Conversations initiative exploring critical topics related to democracy and the election.

*FREE EVENT NEXT WEEK!* NRC's Osher Online presents "Finding Beauty at Home and Abroad: The Osher Collection of American Art” with LaUren Palmor, PhD

Thursday, August 29, 2024

FREE EVENT NEXT WEEK! NRC's Osher Online presents "Finding Beauty at Home and Abroad: The Osher Collection of American Art” with LaUren Palmor, PhD

We know about Mr. Osher’s passion for lifelong learning, but both Bernard and Barbro Osher share a love for collecting historically important art. Join the Zoom lecture on September 5th at 5pm. Space is limited - register today!

Next Brown Bag event on September 20th: SIG Brown Bag and a Movie - Female Directors!

Thursday, August 15, 2024

Next Brown Bag event on September 20th: SIG Brown Bag and a Movie - Female Directors!

The 3rd Friday of each month for this past year Osher has had an event - Lunch & A Movie. We meet in the lounge for a “bag lunch” at 11:30 followed by a movie at 12:15.

CMU Move-In & Orientation is Aug 17th-25th!

Wednesday, August 07, 2024

CMU Move-In & Orientation is Aug 17th-25th!

With students returning for the Fall term, the campus and surrounding area will be busy. Please give yourself plenty of time to come to campus as parking options may be limited.

Would you be willing to start a Special Interest Group (SIG)?

Thursday, August 01, 2024

Would you be willing to start a Special Interest Group (SIG)?

We are currently looking for leaders to start Special Interest Groups in the fall. SIGs meet on a routine basis (weekly, monthly, quarterly - whatever fits your schedule!), and can either be in person on- or off-campus, or you could meet on Zoom!

The Osher at CMU Member Directory is Growing - Sign Up Today

Thursday, August 01, 2024

The Osher at CMU Member Directory is Growing - Sign Up Today

Sign up for the voluntary member directory today! This will be your contact information hub if you would like to meet up with your fellow Osher members outside of the classroom!

The Membership/Social Committee Presents an Event: Pittsburgh Glass Center Tour and Glassblowing Demonstration

Thursday, August 01, 2024

The Membership/Social Committee Presents an Event: Pittsburgh Glass Center Tour and Glassblowing Demonstration

Sign up for the tour by logging into the registration website and registering for ID: 5324. There is a $20 fee for the tour! Register now!

Parking Changes: What to expect when you come to campus!

Thursday, July 25, 2024

Parking Changes: What to expect when you come to campus!

Effective immediately, changes are coming to the parking garages and parking lots across campus. Here's what you should be aware of!

DID YOU KNOW? There are several dining locations on CMU's campus to discover!

Thursday, July 25, 2024

DID YOU KNOW? There are several dining locations on CMU's campus to discover!

Though Cyert Hall does not have a café, the nearby buildings have plenty of dining options! Check them out!

Announcing the Fall 2024 NRC Osher Online Courses!

Thursday, July 18, 2024

Announcing the Fall 2024 NRC Osher Online Courses!

In partnership with the Osher National Resource Center, we're proud to offer new courses through the NRC's Osher Online Program! Osher Online registration ends September 8th!

The Fall 2024 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online! Registration is NOT open.

Tuesday, July 09, 2024

The Fall 2024 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online! Registration is NOT open.

Click here to view the Fall 2024 Catalog! Registration is NOT open. Do you have your username and password? If not, contact the Osher office!

*FREE EVENT!* NRC's Osher Online presents "Pathway to the Olympics" with Dr. Josh White and Sean Ryan

Wednesday, July 03, 2024

FREE EVENT! NRC's Osher Online presents "Pathway to the Olympics" with Dr. Josh White and Sean Ryan

Presented on Zoom on July 16th at 5pm. Registration through the NRC is required. Join 2016 open water Olympic swimmer Sean Ryan and his coach Josh White as they guide you through Sean’s journey of training, qualifying for, and competing at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.

Please Welcome our newest Osher at CMU Board Members: Dan Boyarski, Allan Hribar, Peter Oleinick, and Bud Kahn! Thank you and Goodbye to Jan Hawkins!

Thursday, June 27, 2024

Please Welcome our newest Osher at CMU Board Members: Dan Boyarski, Allan Hribar, Peter Oleinick, and Bud Kahn! Thank you and Goodbye to Jan Hawkins!

With the new year (for us, at least) beginning on July 1st, 2024, please read about our incoming and outgoing board members!

The Membership Committee is looking for Volunteers to help with Upcoming Events!

Thursday, June 27, 2024

The Membership Committee is looking for Volunteers to help with Upcoming Events!

As Fall 2024 is creeping up on the horizon, the Membership Committee needs help for some of the events that will be on the calendar. Consider volunteering today!

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU has borrowing privileges at Hunt Library!

Thursday, June 20, 2024

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU has borrowing privileges at Hunt Library!

CMU allows the same type of borrowing allocations to visitors and alumni, but for the fee of $75 per year. Library access is something that Osher at CMU has FOR FREE!

New Changes Coming to Zoom: Be Prepared!

Thursday, June 13, 2024

New Changes Coming to Zoom: Be Prepared!

With the newest update to the Zoom app - now called Zoom Workplace app - software, here's what the program will look like.

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU does not have an age limit to join!

Thursday, June 06, 2024

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU does not have an age limit to join!

Many OLLI programs around the country have an age minimum of 55, but our program does not! We are open to learners of all ages and backgrounds. Please recommend this program to all of your friends and family members!

We are looking for new study leaders and new courses for 2025!

Thursday, June 06, 2024

We are looking for new study leaders and new courses for 2025!

As you visit new locations or meet new and interesting people, ask if they will teach a course for Osher at CMU!

*NEXT WEEK!* NRC's Osher Online in collaboration with OATS presents "Tech Trends Bootcamp 2024"

Thursday, June 06, 2024

NEXT WEEK! NRC's Osher Online in collaboration with OATS presents "Tech Trends Bootcamp 2024"

Five courses will be offered FREE this Summer, June 10-14 at 1pm each day. Each course will meet for an hour. Enrollments are first come first serve. Click here to register for each of the five webinars!

The Osher Stories: a day in the life from a Member's Point-of-View!

Thursday, May 30, 2024

The Osher Stories: a day in the life from a Member's Point-of-View!

Read these stories from Osher members about their in-class experiences. Consider submitting your own "entry;" telling your story in your own unique voice!

The Membership/Social Committee Presents an Event: PNC Park Tour: "Behind the Plate"

Thursday, May 09, 2024

The Membership/Social Committee Presents an Event: PNC Park Tour: "Behind the Plate"

Sign up for the tour by logging into the registration website and registering for ID: 5145. There is a $12 fee for the tour, and space is limited! Register now! Registration closes Wednesday, May 15th.

Announcing the Summer 2024 NRC Osher Online Courses!

Thursday, May 09, 2024

Announcing the Summer 2024 NRC Osher Online Courses!

In partnership with the Osher National Resource Center, we're proud to offer six courses during their summer session! Registration deadline is June 1, 2024!

By The Numbers: how we compare to the Osher National Averages!

Thursday, May 02, 2024

By The Numbers: how we compare to the Osher National Averages!

The Osher National Resource center has released averages based off of all of the Osher Lifelong Learning Programs in the country. Every week we will highlight some of these figures and where our program falls along the national averages!

REGISTER NOW! Join Us for a Piano Recital by Connie Testa on Friday, May 18th at 10am in Cyert Hall!

Thursday, April 25, 2024

REGISTER NOW! Join Us for a Piano Recital by Connie Testa on Friday, May 18th at 10am in Cyert Hall!

More details to be posted soon about the recital soon. Register for ID 5228 to join us for this wonderful concert! Come for the music and then stay for our two SIGs: Brownbag Lunch and a Movie, or Canasta!

NRC's Osher Online presents "Putin’s Russia: Two Years Into The War” with Dr. Asya M. Pereltsvaig

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

NRC's Osher Online presents "Putin’s Russia: Two Years Into The War” with Dr. Asya M. Pereltsvaig

With rapidly changing events, the lecture will be news-oriented and will cover the latest developments. Join the Zoom lecture on May 8th at 5pm. Space is limited - register today!

CMU's Center for Arts & Society invites you to the launch of the Center for Black European Studies and the Atlantic

Thursday, April 11, 2024

CMU's Center for Arts & Society invites you to the launch of the Center for Black European Studies and the Atlantic

Join CAS for the Keynote address by Noémie Ndiaye, followed by a reception - Wednesday, April 24, 4:00-6:00 pm in the Posner Grand Room (340 Posner Hall).

Please join Osher at CMU for a performance from CMU School of Music graduate students!

Thursday, April 04, 2024

Please join Osher at CMU for a performance from CMU School of Music graduate students!

Friday, April 19th at 10am in the Osher at CMU Learning Center. Study Leader Jim Gorton shares the performances by students from his CMU graduate level woodwind classes.

Osher at CMU Profile: David and Betsy Bangley, written by Marlene Parrish

Thursday, April 04, 2024

Osher at CMU Profile: David and Betsy Bangley, written by Marlene Parrish

David and Betsy Bangley are a power couple, art division. They emit creativity, happiness and an aura of contentment with both each other and with life.

CMU's Center for Arts & Society Women in Animation Speaker Series presents "Making it (Animated)" - A Talk by Brooke Keesling

Thursday, April 04, 2024

CMU's Center for Arts & Society Women in Animation Speaker Series presents "Making it (Animated)" - A Talk by Brooke Keesling

Join CAS for a talk by Brooke Keesling on Monday, April 8th in the Frank-Ratchye STUDIO for Creative Inquiry, CFA 111.

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversations initiative presents: Misinformation in Times of Conflict

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversations initiative presents: Misinformation in Times of Conflict

Presented on April 1st at 5PM, this event is part of Carnegie Mellon University’s Deeper Conversations initiative and the Academic Series on the Historical and Political Context of the Israel-Hamas War.

OLLI at Pitt invites you to join a information session for a trip to Tropical Costa Rica

Thursday, March 14, 2024

OLLI at Pitt invites you to join a information session for a trip to Tropical Costa Rica

Organized by Collette Tours, join in for the Zoom information session on Tuesday, March 19th at 3pm. Click here to sign up!

The Membership/Social Committee Presents an Event: An afternoon at the Pittsburgh Opera Factory, including concert and tour!

Thursday, March 14, 2024

The Membership/Social Committee Presents an Event: An afternoon at the Pittsburgh Opera Factory, including concert and tour!

Sign up for the tour by logging into the registration website and registering for ID: 5141. There is no fee for the tour, but space is limited, so registration is required!

The Summer 2024 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The Summer 2024 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Summer 2024 Catalog! Registration is NOT open. Do you have your username and password? If not, contact the Osher office!

Bring A Friend: Share the love of Osher this Spring!

Thursday, March 07, 2024

Bring A Friend: Share the love of Osher this Spring!

Our Osher was originally built on friends inviting friends. We look forward to meeting your friends, and welcoming them to the Osher at CMU community.

*HAPPENING MONDAY!* Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "The Dobbs Decision: Causes And Consequence" by Susan Hansen

Thursday, March 07, 2024

HAPPENING MONDAY! Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "The Dobbs Decision: Causes And Consequence" by Susan Hansen

Join us on Monday, March 11th at 1pm on Zoom for this exciting lecture! Sign up for the lecture by logging into the registration website and registering for ID: 5044.

CMU's Center for Arts & Society "Planetary Hospitality" Project presents: To the Stars! The Colonization of Space in Print and on the Screen

Thursday, February 29, 2024

CMU's Center for Arts & Society "Planetary Hospitality" Project presents: To the Stars! The Colonization of Space in Print and on the Screen

Join CAS for a talk, followed by a film screening of Elysium on March 14th, 5:00pm-9:30pm in the McConomy Auditorium, Cohon University Center.

The Importance of Attending Classes

Thursday, February 29, 2024

The Importance of Attending Classes

Osher at CMU has seen a decline in attendance among members. Read this article by our Executive Director, Lyn Decker, on the importance of attending your courses.

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents Dinner and a Movie: "Sugar Cage"

Thursday, February 22, 2024

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents Dinner and a Movie: "Sugar Cage"

Join CAS for the film by Sahraa Karimi on Weds, Jan 31st, 5:30pm-7:30pm in the Frank-Ratchye STUDIO for Creative Inquiry (CFA 111).

Easy Ways to Access Osher at CMU

Thursday, February 15, 2024

Easy Ways to Access Osher at CMU

The Parking Committee has put together these recommendations on easy ways to access the CMU campus.

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversation initiative presents: Mapping the History of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Wednesday, February 07, 2024

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversation initiative presents: Mapping the History of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Presented on February 15th at 5PM, this event is part of Carnegie Mellon University’s Deeper Conversations initiative and the Academic Series on the Historical and Political Context of the Israel-Hamas War.

The WVU Committee of Retired Faculty and OLLI at WVU presents "Barbie and G.I. Joe in Action: Mid-Century Romance and Role Play" by Beth Toren

Wednesday, February 07, 2024

The WVU Committee of Retired Faculty and OLLI at WVU presents "Barbie and G.I. Joe in Action: Mid-Century Romance and Role Play" by Beth Toren

A brief history on Barbie and a few select popular male action figures followed by a discussion with audience members at 2:30 p.m. Feb. 14 on Zoom.

Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "Business Journalism: Watchdog on Capitalism" by Rob Wells

Tuesday, February 06, 2024

Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "Business Journalism: Watchdog on Capitalism" by Rob Wells

Join us on Friday, February 23rd at 10am on Zoom for this exciting lecture! Sign up for the lecture by logging into the registration website and registering for ID: 5120.

Announcing Spring 2024 course opportunities from NRC's Osher Online!

Thursday, February 01, 2024

Announcing Spring 2024 course opportunities from NRC's Osher Online!

In partnership with the Osher National Resource Center, we're proud to offer new courses through the NRC's Osher Online Program for April and May!

CMU Scott Institute presents: Intersection of Energy and Transportation Panel

Thursday, January 25, 2024

CMU Scott Institute presents: Intersection of Energy and Transportation Panel

Faculty will present the work on January 30th at Noon in Scott Hall. A panel discussion will follow about their work and how the CMU community can get involved with those projects and initiatives.

Carnegie Mellon University's Hunt Institute Presents "Looking Back: An International Retrospective, Part 2" from March 14 – June 28, 2024

Thursday, January 18, 2024

Carnegie Mellon University's Hunt Institute Presents "Looking Back: An International Retrospective, Part 2" from March 14 – June 28, 2024

To celebrate the upcoming 60th anniversary of their International Exhibition of Botanical Art & Illustration series, Hunt Institute is having a two-part retrospective exhibition. Looking Back: An International Retrospective, Part 2, includes works by 43 artists from the 9th to 16th internationals.

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents Dinner and a Movie: "A Letter to the President"

Thursday, January 18, 2024

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents Dinner and a Movie: "A Letter to the President"

Join CAS for the film by Sahraa Karimi on Weds, Jan 31st, 5:30pm-7:30pm in the Frank-Ratchye STUDIO for Creative Inquiry (CFA 111).

SIG Brown Bag Lunch & A Movie: So Many Of You Are Missing A Good Thing

Thursday, January 11, 2024

SIG Brown Bag Lunch & A Movie: So Many Of You Are Missing A Good Thing

The 3rd Friday of each month for this past year Osher has had an event - Lunch & A Movie. We meet in the lounge for a “bag lunch” at 11:30 followed by a movie at 12:15.

Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "From Steel to Space: Pittsburgh Leads America’s Return to the Moon"

Friday, December 22, 2023

Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "From Steel to Space: Pittsburgh Leads America’s Return to the Moon"

Join us on Friday, January 5th, 2024 at 7pm on Zoom for this exciting lecture! Sign up for the lecture by logging into the registration website and registering for ID: 5051.

Attention Canasta Players! Join the new SIG - Canasta!

Friday, December 22, 2023

Attention Canasta Players! Join the new SIG - Canasta!

Sign up for the SIG by logging into the registration system and registering for ID 5050. People who already know the game can meet Osher members who also want to play.

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Happy Holidays from CMU!

Friday, December 22, 2023

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Happy Holidays from CMU!

A warm holiday greeting from Carnegie Mellon president, Farnam Jahanian and his wife, Tris. "Here’s to a restful holiday season, a joyful new year and the prospect of peace on Earth in 2024."

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Allegation of Antisemitism

Thursday, December 14, 2023

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Allegation of Antisemitism

Please read this letter by the President of Carnegie Mellon reflecting on recent allegations of antisemitism at CMU.

Spring 2024 Registration is NOW OPEN for 2023 Members!

Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Spring 2024 Registration is NOW OPEN for 2023 Members!

Spring 2024 Registration is NOW OPEN for 2024 members! If members need their username, please email the office!

University of Pittsburgh Department of Occupational Therapy presents "Our Brain And Aging: What Can We Do About It?"

Friday, December 01, 2023

University of Pittsburgh Department of Occupational Therapy presents "Our Brain And Aging: What Can We Do About It?"

Join them on Friday, January 12th, 2024 at 10:45AM! Find out what the latest research is saying about cognitive aging and how to prevent further decline as you age.

Join the SIG - Bridge for Fun: Saturday Edition!

Friday, December 01, 2023

Join the SIG - Bridge for Fun: Saturday Edition!

To join the bridge games, register for the Bridge Special Interest Group, with course ID: 4566. The SIG meets Saturdays at Cyert Hall, Level B!

The Spring 2024 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

The Spring 2024 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Spring 2024 Catalog! Registration is NOT open. Do you have your username and password? If not, contact the Osher office!

Our New "Shelter In Place" Procedures

Friday, November 17, 2023

Our New "Shelter In Place" Procedures

After our training with the CMU Police and Enterprise Risk Management, we wanted to re-share our policies to keep our members safe at Cyert Hall. Please familiarize yourself with our new procedures.

Active Shooter Training and Safety Presentation Hosted by CMUPD Community Resource Unit and CMU Risk Enterprise Risk Management

Friday, November 10, 2023

Active Shooter Training and Safety Presentation Hosted by CMUPD Community Resource Unit and CMU Risk Enterprise Risk Management

Please join us for this important training, either in-person or online, to ensure the safety of our campus and the Osher at CMU community.

Announcing new course opportunities!

Friday, November 10, 2023

Announcing new course opportunities!

In partnership with the Osher National Resource Center, we're proud to offer new courses through the NRC's Osher Online Program!

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents "Denying Access"

Friday, November 03, 2023

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents "Denying Access"

Join CAS for a screening of "Denying Access" on November 8th at 7pm in the College of Fine Arts, Room A2!

The Osher National Resource Center presents "Cyber Warrior Academy: A Presentation on Cybersecurity"

Friday, October 27, 2023

The Osher National Resource Center presents "Cyber Warrior Academy: A Presentation on Cybersecurity"

Join the Osher NRC for this Zoom lecture on November 8th at 7PM. Presentation sponsored by Northwestern School of Professional Studies and their program, Osher Online.

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Five Years On: Remembering 10.27.2018

Friday, October 27, 2023

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Five Years On: Remembering 10.27.2018

Please read this letter by the President of Carnegie Mellon reflecting on the events at Tree of Life on October 27th, 2018.

Volunteer for the Drive and Drop Event as part of CMU's Annual Food Drive

Friday, October 20, 2023

Volunteer for the Drive and Drop Event as part of CMU's Annual Food Drive

Carnegie Mellon University's 30th Annual Food Drive, begins soon and they need volunteers! Please consider signing up!

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents Dinner and a Movie: "Chaos"

Friday, October 13, 2023

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents Dinner and a Movie: "Chaos"

Join CAS for the film by Sara Fattahi on October 25th, 5:00pm-8:00pm in the Frank-Ratchye STUDIO for Creative Inquiry (CFA 111).

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: The Crisis in the Middle East

Friday, October 13, 2023

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: The Crisis in the Middle East

Please read this letter by the President of Carnegie Mellon regarding the Crisis in the Middle East.

Patron of the Arts Announces an Upcoming Event: a guided tour of Portal Gallery in Bakery Square

Friday, September 29, 2023

Patron of the Arts Announces an Upcoming Event: a guided tour of Portal Gallery in Bakery Square

Join SIG Patron of the Arts for this wonderful tour on Thursday, Oct 19th at 7pm. Cost is $20 per person. Please register online for ID: 4984. To be notified of all upcoming Patron of the Arts events, register for their mailing list with ID: 4983.

Osher at CMU presents a lecture by Bill Strickland: "The Art of Innovation in Vocational Training"

Friday, September 22, 2023

Osher at CMU presents a lecture by Bill Strickland: "The Art of Innovation in Vocational Training"

Please join us for this wonderful lecture on Wednesday, Oct. 18th at 1pm in Cyert Hall, Osher Room B. Register online with ID: 4850.

Violins Of Hope: "Tuning Out Prejudice: Building Bridges that Last"

Friday, September 22, 2023

Violins Of Hope: "Tuning Out Prejudice: Building Bridges that Last"

Exhibit at Posner Center, Carnegie Mellon University from October 7-November 21, 2023. Free and open to the public!

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents "Planetary Hospitality"

Friday, September 22, 2023

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents "Planetary Hospitality"

Join CAS for the two events: a screening of "The Martian" on Sept. 29 at 6pm, and a lecture by NASA's former deputy director on Oct. 4 at 6pm. Read the article for more information!

Osher at CMU Profile: Jim Reitz, written by Marlene Parrish

Friday, September 15, 2023

Osher at CMU Profile: Jim Reitz, written by Marlene Parrish

You've probably seen him around! Jim is an active and dedicated Osher participant; he embodies the ideal member. Learn more about his past and present activities inside and outside of Osher.

Osher at CMU Profile: Marlene Haus, written by Marlene Parrish

Friday, September 15, 2023

Osher at CMU Profile: Marlene Haus, written by Marlene Parrish

Want to know anything and everything about Osher? You could do a Google search. It’d work, for sure, but it would be way more fun and likely more informative if you’d just have a chat with Marlene Haus.

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents Dinner and a Movie: "Hava, Maryam, Ayesha"

Thursday, September 07, 2023

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents Dinner and a Movie: "Hava, Maryam, Ayesha"

Join CAS for the film by Sahraa Karimi on September 14th, 5:30pm-7:30pm in the Frank-Ratchye STUDIO for Creative Inquiry (CFA 111).

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents "Doraemon Matters: How the Manga Robot Cat from the Future Lives on in Japan Today" Lecture by Dr. Jon Holt

Friday, September 01, 2023

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents "Doraemon Matters: How the Manga Robot Cat from the Future Lives on in Japan Today" Lecture by Dr. Jon Holt

Join CAS for the exhibition on view in Margaret Morrison Carnegie Hall rooms 123 and 124. The exhibition is open from September 5 - 10, 2023.

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents "Containment Care & Community: Exhibition on View"

Friday, September 01, 2023

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents "Containment Care & Community: Exhibition on View"

Join CAS for the exhibition on view in Margaret Morrison Carnegie Hall rooms 123 and 124. The exhibition is open from September 5 - 10, 2023.

You're Invited: Osher at CMU 31st Annual Meeting

Friday, September 01, 2023

You're Invited: Osher at CMU 31st Annual Meeting

Join us for the 31st Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, September 28th, 2022 at 3:30PM on Zoom and In-Person! Please read the Annual Report and the Proposed By-Law Changes!

Introducing a New SIG: "What's For Lunch Bunch"

Friday, August 25, 2023

Introducing a New SIG: "What's For Lunch Bunch"

Join the SIG: "What's For Lunch Bunch" to share cooking tips, new recipes, and fun conversation! The SIG meets on the second Tuesday of every third month. Register online with ID: 4849.

That’s What Osher is All About by Jim Reitz

Friday, August 11, 2023

That’s What Osher is All About by Jim Reitz

A member's point of view after completing a Summer 2023 course!

Savvy Seniors: Free Tech Support & Training For Seniors

Friday, August 11, 2023

Savvy Seniors: Free Tech Support & Training For Seniors

Carnegie Mellon University is providing three workshops to help seniors with their technology on August 27th, 2023.

Introducing a Brand New SIG - Osher Fantasy Football!

Friday, August 04, 2023

Introducing a Brand New SIG - Osher Fantasy Football!

If you are a football fan and are interested in joining an Osher Fantasy Football League this season, a SIG is starting up to do exactly that.

Thank you, Chelsea! Celebrating 10 Years with Osher!

Friday, July 28, 2023

Thank you, Chelsea! Celebrating 10 Years with Osher!

Thank you, Chelsea. Thank you so very much. For your friendship, good humor, organizational and management skills and your creativity. And for a decade of showing up and getting the job done.

Did You Know That We Have Two Catalogs?

Friday, July 21, 2023

Did You Know That We Have Two Catalogs?

One catalog is called the “Traditional Illustrated Catalog” and the other is our “Augusoft Online Catalog”. The online catalog has literally all the same information found in the traditional catalog, minus the pictures.

Osher at CMU Quote of the Week

Friday, July 21, 2023

Osher at CMU Quote of the Week

“The greatest moments in life are not concerned with selfish achievements, but rather with the things we do for the people we love and esteem, and whose respect we need.” - Walt Disney. Have a quote that sticks with you? Send it to osher@cmu.edu!

Carnegie Mellon University's Hunt Institute Presents "Looking Back: An International Retrospective, Part 1" from Sep. 14 - Dec. 14, 2023

Friday, July 14, 2023

Carnegie Mellon University's Hunt Institute Presents "Looking Back: An International Retrospective, Part 1" from Sep. 14 - Dec. 14, 2023

To celebrate the upcoming 60th anniversary of their International Exhibition of Botanical Art & Illustration series, Hunt Institute is having a two-part retrospective exhibition. Looking Back: An International Retrospective, Part 1, includes works by 46 artists from the first eight Internationals.

The Fall 2023 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Friday, July 14, 2023

The Fall 2023 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Fall 2023 Catalog! Registration is NOT open. Do you have your username and password? If not, contact the Osher office!

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Supreme Court Ruling on Race-Conscious Admissions

Friday, July 07, 2023

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Supreme Court Ruling on Race-Conscious Admissions

Please read this letter by the President of Carnegie Mellon regarding the Supreme Court Ruling on Race-Conscious Admissions.

Osher at CMU Profile: Gary Bates, written by Marlene Parrish

Friday, July 07, 2023

Osher at CMU Profile: Gary Bates, written by Marlene Parrish

Who is Gary Bates? A caricature artist might nail him as a cowboy-boots wearing fella with bushy eyebrows and a wide broom of a mustache spanning an easy smile. Colleagues applaud him as a contemporary American artist and teacher. Osher members know him as a gifted teacher, mentor and teller of tales.

Osher at CMU Travel SIG presents: America's Heroes Day Trip - Oct. 6, 2023

Friday, July 07, 2023

Osher at CMU Travel SIG presents: America's Heroes Day Trip - Oct. 6, 2023

Come along on a day trip on Friday, Oct. 6th for a trip to the Flight 93 Memorial and the Quecreek Mine. Fee is $149 per person and it includes motor coach transportation, all entrances, tours, lunch, and gratuities.

Share your Osher Pride!

Friday, June 30, 2023

Share your Osher Pride!

Think of the great courses you've taken, the interesting subjects you've learned, the fabulous instructors you've encountered, and the other fantastic members you've met. As this second half of our summer term continues on, be sure to share your Osher pride with one another with the goal of supporting this wonderful program we are lucky to have!

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Verdict in Synagogue Trial

Friday, June 23, 2023

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Verdict in Synagogue Trial

Please read this letter by the President of Carnegie Mellon regarding the verdict of the individual who impacted our local Jewish community.

Bring A Friend: Share the love of Osher!

Friday, June 23, 2023

Bring A Friend: Share the love of Osher!

Our Osher was originally built on friends inviting friends. We look forward to meeting your friends, and welcoming them to the Osher at CMU community.

Join us for an ENCORE of The James Webb Space Telescope by Peter Oleinick.

Friday, June 16, 2023

Join us for an ENCORE of The James Webb Space Telescope by Peter Oleinick.

Due to popular demand, we're presenting this course AGAIN on Thursday, July 6th at 11AM on Zoom! Register with Class ID 4848.

Eden Hall Day in Partnership with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CMU

Friday, June 02, 2023

Eden Hall Day in Partnership with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CMU

In partnership with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CMU, Eden Hall Day is a one-day event showcasing the beautiful Eden Hall Campus and how sustainability functions in campus buildings, outdoor areas, forests, and agricultural areas.

Carnegie Mellon University presents 2023 Juneteenth Keynote Lecture with Wil Haygood

Friday, June 02, 2023

Carnegie Mellon University presents 2023 Juneteenth Keynote Lecture with Wil Haygood

In recognition of the monumental importance of Juneteenth (June 19) in our nation’s history, CMU is hosting Wil Haygood as the 2023 Juneteenth Keynote Speaker!

Please Welcome our newest Osher at CMU Board Members: Neelam Dwivedi, John Olmsted, and Jeffrey Swoger!

Friday, June 02, 2023

Please Welcome our newest Osher at CMU Board Members: Neelam Dwivedi, John Olmsted, and Jeffrey Swoger!

Please welcome our newly elected member of the Osher at CMU Board of Directors as of July 1, 2023!

POSTPONED UNTIL JUNE 23RD! "Almost Famous," presented by SIG - Brownbag Lunch and a Movie

Friday, June 02, 2023

POSTPONED UNTIL JUNE 23RD! "Almost Famous," presented by SIG - Brownbag Lunch and a Movie

Please join us for the next showing of the SIG - Brownbag Lunch and a Movie, "Almost Famous," on Friday, June 23rd at 12:30PM! Register online for ID: 4490.

Carnegie Mellon University presents 2023 Pride Keynote Lecture: “Where Are We Now and How Did We Get Queer?” featuring Hugh Ryan

Thursday, May 25, 2023

Carnegie Mellon University presents 2023 Pride Keynote Lecture: “Where Are We Now and How Did We Get Queer?” featuring Hugh Ryan

Join CMU for a lecture by keynote speaker Hugh Ryan on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 from 12-1PM in the Simmons Auditorium B, First Floor, Tepper School of Business.

Volunteer for The Whatever Drive by CMU

Friday, April 28, 2023

Volunteer for The Whatever Drive by CMU

The Whatever Drive is in need of support to help transport and sort items. Please read the different descriptions to help divert unwanted items during move-out from landfills and dumpsters, and instead donates them to local community partners!

Osher Members - You are invited to a Town Hall

Friday, April 28, 2023

Osher Members - You are invited to a Town Hall

Join us on Friday, June 9th at 9:30am for our town hall! We would like to hear from you before tackling the issues that will define the future directions for Osher at CMU. Register with ID 4785.

RESCHEDULED: Osher at CMU presents a Book Talk: Hitler’s Aristocrats By Susan Ronald

Friday, April 28, 2023

RESCHEDULED: Osher at CMU presents a Book Talk: Hitler’s Aristocrats By Susan Ronald

Please join us for this lecture on Friday, Jun. 2, 2023 at 1:00 PM Zoom. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 4691 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

Osher at CMU presents "Silicon Valley Bank: What Does it Mean" by Mark Winer

Monday, March 27, 2023

Osher at CMU presents "Silicon Valley Bank: What Does it Mean" by Mark Winer

Please join us for this lecture on Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 at 2:45 PM in Cyert Hall, Osher Room B. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 4743 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

Osher's Campus Eats: Dining options at CMU, Spring 2023

Friday, March 17, 2023

Osher's Campus Eats: Dining options at CMU, Spring 2023

Written by member Marlene Parrish, an overview of the new, updated, and old favorites of the CMU Dining Facilities!

Why Do We.....Have Surprise Registrations?

Friday, March 17, 2023

Why Do We.....Have Surprise Registrations?

“Why do we have surprise registrations? This is a great question, and I haven't seen it answered yet. I would love to know. Is it to keep the system from crashing?” - A curious member.

Hunt Institute Presents: What We Collect: Three Major Gifts

Friday, March 17, 2023

Hunt Institute Presents: What We Collect: Three Major Gifts

On display from April 6th–June 30th, 2023, this exhibition features major gifts by Francesca Anderson, Patricia Margaret Calhoun Rennie and John Wilkinson.

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents Public Symposium: Architecture’s Ecological Restructuring

Friday, March 17, 2023

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents Public Symposium: Architecture’s Ecological Restructuring

A workshop-style symposium that challenges traditional disciplinary frameworks and builds new forms of ecological thinking on Saturday, March 25th, 2023 from 1-6pm at Kresge Theater, College of Fine Arts.

The Summer 2023 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Thursday, March 09, 2023

The Summer 2023 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Summer 2023 Catalog! Registration is NOT open. Do you have your username and password? If not, contact the Osher office!

Why Do We.....Have Course Enrollment Limits?

Thursday, March 02, 2023

Why Do We.....Have Course Enrollment Limits?

Our third “Why do we….?” comes from a member who wants to know how we determine how many students can enroll in each course.

CMU International Film Festival presents: Faces of Change 2023

Thursday, March 02, 2023

CMU International Film Festival presents: Faces of Change 2023

Osher at CMU is a proud sponsor of the festival. Films are shown from March 16th-April 2nd, 2023!

CMU International Film Festival presents: Faces of Fear 2024

Thursday, March 02, 2023

CMU International Film Festival presents: Faces of Fear 2024

Osher at CMU is a proud to support the festival. Films are shown from March 21st-April 7th, 2024! Find the schedule and information on tickets HERE.

What's in the Lost & Found?

Friday, February 24, 2023

What's in the Lost & Found?

The following items are in the Lost & Found in Cyert Hall! They will be donated if they are not claimed by the end of the term.

Why Do We.....Not Hold Hybrid Courses?

Friday, February 17, 2023

Why Do We.....Not Hold Hybrid Courses?

Our second “Why do we….?” comes from a member who would like to know why we don’t hold hybrid courses - courses that are simultaneously held on Zoom and in person.

The CMU International Film Festival Presents "What We Left Unfinished"

Friday, February 10, 2023

The CMU International Film Festival Presents "What We Left Unfinished"

Join the CMU IFF for a early screening for this years festival with the film "What We Left Unfinished" on Thursday, February 16th at 6pm in McConomy Auditorium, CUC.

Why Do We.....Not Accept Late Proposals?

Friday, February 03, 2023

Why Do We.....Not Accept Late Proposals?

Our first “Why do we….?” comes from a member who is disappointed that we didn’t add a course after the proposal deadline.

Register for CMU Energy Week 2024: March 19-21!

Friday, January 27, 2023

Register for CMU Energy Week 2024: March 19-21!

Register for CMU Energy Week 2024 as they bring energy and sustainability leaders, including scholars, investors and entrepreneurs from across the nation to Carnegie Mellon University to combine forces and exchange ideas on the best paths to decarbonizing transportation.

CMU Energy Week 2023 is back in-person!

Friday, January 27, 2023

CMU Energy Week 2023 is back in-person!

Join in-person for CMU Energy Week 2023 as they facilitate dialogue on the challenges and opportunities in decarbonizing what many experts argue is the toughest sector to decarbonize: the industrial sector.

Please bring us your puzzles!

Friday, January 27, 2023

Please bring us your puzzles!

We are looking for gently used puzzles for our lounge! They can be on loan from your personal collection or a donation to Osher. Drop them off at the Osher office!

Carnegie Mellon School of Architecture presents a lecture by Karen Abrams

Friday, January 27, 2023

Carnegie Mellon School of Architecture presents a lecture by Karen Abrams

The Director of the Department of City Planning will be speaking Monday, February 6, 2023 at 5:00pm in the Kresge Theatre, College of Fine Arts.

Carnegie Mellon Opera presents Così Fan Tutte by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Friday, January 27, 2023

Carnegie Mellon Opera presents Così Fan Tutte by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Thursday, February 2 to Sunday, February 5, 2023. Osher students are eligible for FREE tickets!

A Message from Provost Jim Garrett: Welcome to a New Year

Friday, January 20, 2023

A Message from Provost Jim Garrett: Welcome to a New Year

A summary of CMU's accomplishments in 2022!

Carnegie Mellon University presents the 2023 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Keynote Lecture featuring Majora Carter

Friday, January 20, 2023

Carnegie Mellon University presents the 2023 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Keynote Lecture featuring Majora Carter

Join the CMU community for this wonderful speaker on Wednesday, January 25 from 5-6:15 p.m. in the Rangos Ballroom, Cohon University Center

Looking for new, contemporary titles for the Osher Lending Library!

Friday, January 20, 2023

Looking for new, contemporary titles for the Osher Lending Library!

Little Free Libraries are those one-legged, one-door “book sharing boxes” you see in residential neighborhoods. Osher has a Little Free Library, too!

*Next Week!* Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Maria Prymachenko: Ukrainian Folk Artist" by Cynthia Weisfield

Friday, January 13, 2023

Next Week! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Maria Prymachenko: Ukrainian Folk Artist" by Cynthia Weisfield

Please join us for this lecture on Wednesday, January 18th, 2023 at 7:00 PM on Zoom.. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 4610 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu. Guests are welcome.

2023 is the time to join Osher at CMU!

Friday, January 06, 2023

2023 is the time to join Osher at CMU!

Encourage your friends and family members to sign up for Osher at CMU for the 2023 year! We look forward to sharing our courses with all inquisitive learners. Applications for new members can be found at www.cmu.edu/osher under the "Membership" tab!

A Message from the CMU President: Happy Holidays from Farnam and Tris Jahanian

Wednesday, December 21, 2022

A Message from the CMU President: Happy Holidays from Farnam and Tris Jahanian

Happy Holidays from Farnam and Tris Jahanian, and from the whole CMU community!

Join a brand new SIG - Singing In A Choral Group!

Friday, December 16, 2022

Join a brand new SIG - Singing In A Choral Group!

Join the choral group on Thursdays from Mar. 9th to Apr. 27th, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, 5700 Forbes Ave, Squirrel Hill, 15217.

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents Pseudoscience on the Stage: A Conversation Behind the Scenes of “Animal Magnetism"

Friday, December 02, 2022

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents Pseudoscience on the Stage: A Conversation Behind the Scenes of “Animal Magnetism"

Join director Tatiana Baccari and moderator Kristina Straubin in an open, online rehearsal of a scene from the play and in conversation with theater scholars on Dec. 15th at 4:30 on Zoom.

With Flu season looming, Osher at CMU has you covered with special health precautions in Cyert Hall!

Friday, November 18, 2022

With Flu season looming, Osher at CMU has you covered with special health precautions in Cyert Hall!

With our renovations Cyert Hall, we invested in some measures that are health-conscious for our members.

The Winter 2023 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Friday, November 18, 2022

The Winter 2023 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Winter 2023 Catalog! Have you paid your membership yet? Please make sure to do that before registration opens!

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society and CMU School of Music presents: Trenton Doyle Hancock

Thursday, November 10, 2022

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society and CMU School of Music presents: Trenton Doyle Hancock

Join in on Zoom for an artist talk by Trenton Doyle Hancock as a part of the Objects of Play project supported by Center for Art and Society on Nov. 15th at 5pm!

The CMU International Film Festival presents “Tried And True:” A Night of Asian-Made Short Films

Friday, November 04, 2022

The CMU International Film Festival presents “Tried And True:” A Night of Asian-Made Short Films

The short films will be presented on November 9th at 7pm in McConomy Auditorium, Cohon University Center. Registration is required.

Join Team Osher and help us raise $1000 for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank!

Thursday, November 03, 2022

Join Team Osher and help us raise $1000 for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank!

Carnegie Mellon University's 30th Annual Food Drive, sponsored by Staff Council began on October 30th and we hope to raise $1000 as organization for GPCFB!

CANCELLED: Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Around the World with WQED" by Jim Cunningham

Thursday, November 03, 2022

CANCELLED: Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Around the World with WQED" by Jim Cunningham

The lecture scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022 at 7:00 PM has been cancelled. Thank you.

Cheers to 30 Years: Celebrating 30 Years of Osher at CMU!

Friday, October 28, 2022

Cheers to 30 Years: Celebrating 30 Years of Osher at CMU!

A recap of the 30th Annual Meeting and magician, Mr. Messado. Additionally, a few memories from the last 30 years of Osher.

Join Team Osher and help us raise $500 for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank!

Friday, October 28, 2022

Join Team Osher and help us raise $500 for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank!

Carnegie Mellon University's 29th Annual Food Drive, sponsored by Staff Council begins on October 31 and we hope to raise $500 as organization for GPCFB!

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents Public Health, Private Spaces: A conversation about the intimate landscapes of health

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents Public Health, Private Spaces: A conversation about the intimate landscapes of health

A mini-symposium on Zoom on October 28th at 10AM presents dialogue about how intimate, domestic, and interior spaces are (re)made and experienced in the context of the increasing individualization of public health.

Beginning October 29th: Bridge Special Interest Group!

Friday, October 14, 2022

Beginning October 29th: Bridge Special Interest Group!

We are happy to announce that the study leader, John Olmsted, will be restarting the Saturday morning bridge games at Osher!!!!

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Art Exhibitions: How, Why, What, Huh?" by Vicky Clark! PLUS: Docent Led Tours of the Carnegie International!

Friday, October 07, 2022

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Art Exhibitions: How, Why, What, Huh?" by Vicky Clark! PLUS: Docent Led Tours of the Carnegie International!

Please join us for this lecture on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022 at 7:00 PM on Zoom. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 4565 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

You're Invited: Osher at CMU 30th Annual Meeting

Monday, October 03, 2022

You're Invited: Osher at CMU 30th Annual Meeting

Please join us for the 30th Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 27th, 2022 at 3:30PM on Zoom and In-Person!

CRAFT at Chatham University presents "Grainstorm: An Event About Regional Grains"

Friday, September 30, 2022

CRAFT at Chatham University presents "Grainstorm: An Event About Regional Grains"

Join CRAFT at Chatham University at Chatham Uniersity Eden Hall Campus for a day learning all about the regional grainshed in Western PA with hands-on workshops and roundtable discussions.

The "Scoop" on our Volunteer Appreciation Event

Friday, September 30, 2022

The "Scoop" on our Volunteer Appreciation Event

To express their gratitude, the Osher staff hosted an exclusive student-led tour of the CMU campus followed by an Ice Cream and Appreciation celebration event on Friday, September 16th!

Coffee & Tea in the Lounge: Fall 2022 Update

Friday, September 30, 2022

Coffee & Tea in the Lounge: Fall 2022 Update

The price of coffee and coffee pods has risen sharply over the past few months, so please remember to “feed the kitty” to contribute to our beverage fund.

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents Afghan Dinner and a Movie Night: "Three Songs for Benazir"

Friday, September 30, 2022

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents Afghan Dinner and a Movie Night: "Three Songs for Benazir"

Join CAS for a buffet-style Afghan dinner provided by local caterer Zafaron and a screening of the award-winning Afghan short film, Three Songs for Benazir. This event is free, but space is limited. Please register via RSVP by Oct. 5.

"Why Not?": An Explanation on Why Food and Drink Must Not Go into Classrooms

Friday, September 16, 2022

"Why Not?": An Explanation on Why Food and Drink Must Not Go into Classrooms

Please, respect our space and the efforts of your fellow Osher members. Do not take food or drink into your classes.

Why is Osher at CMU doing a membership drive?

Wednesday, September 07, 2022

Why is Osher at CMU doing a membership drive?

A question we get quite often is: why are we trying to reach out to potential new members? We hope these answers clear up some confusion!

Events, Discounts, and Member Benefits - OH MY!

Friday, September 02, 2022

Events, Discounts, and Member Benefits - OH MY!

As the Fall 2022 semester gets started on the CMU and Chatham University campuses, here's a refresher on how to best utilize your member benefits and discounts!

Osher at CMU presents "A Night at the Movies": An In-Person Special Interest Group

Friday, September 02, 2022

Osher at CMU presents "A Night at the Movies": An In-Person Special Interest Group

Please join us for the next showing of the SIG - A Night At The Movies, "Dead Poets Society" on August 30th at 4PM! Register online for ID: 4256.

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society Speakers Series presents Yves

Friday, August 26, 2022

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society Speakers Series presents Yves

Yves is an internationally known LGBTQ activist, speaker, and community organizer. This lecture will take place in CFA 111 on September 8th from 6:00-7:30PM. RSVP here!

COMING SOON! A new, in-person SIG - Brownbag Lunch and a Movie

Thursday, August 18, 2022

COMING SOON! A new, in-person SIG - Brownbag Lunch and a Movie

Please join us for the next showing of the SIG - Brownbag Lunch and a Movie, "All About Eve," on October 21 at 12:30PM! Register online for ID: 4490.

Goodbye, Laura! And Thank You!

Friday, August 12, 2022

Goodbye, Laura! And Thank You!

After nine months with Osher at CMU, Laura Myers is taking steps toward a new journey!

Photographers needed! Please help us document events at Osher at CMU!

Friday, August 05, 2022

Photographers needed! Please help us document events at Osher at CMU!

We are looking for an individual, or a small group of individuals, who would be willing to take photos of Osher courses and events! If this interests you, please fill in a volunteer application form!

New Course for Fall 2022 - Miller ICA Guided Tour: Dara Birnbaum

Friday, July 29, 2022

New Course for Fall 2022 - Miller ICA Guided Tour: Dara Birnbaum

On August 20th, 2022, Miller ICA will reopen with a very special exhibition, Dara Birnbaum: Journey, a major survey of video and conceptual artist Dara Birnbaum’s influential practice.

Please volunteer for the Parking Committee Taskforce

Friday, July 29, 2022

Please volunteer for the Parking Committee Taskforce

We are forming a taskforce to explore as many different strategies as possible to address the parking issue. Please apply!

For the Fall 2022 term: Be a Welcome Desk volunteer

Wednesday, July 20, 2022

For the Fall 2022 term: Be a Welcome Desk volunteer

As we're getting ready for the Fall 2022 term, we are looking for volunteers to be a smiling face for our Cyert Hall welcome desk! We will need volunteers each day to greet members, give out name tags, attend to the lounge, and help with office duties as needed.

The Osher Lending Library has a New Home! Check it out!

Tuesday, July 19, 2022

The Osher Lending Library has a New Home! Check it out!

The Osher Lending Library Initiative has a new home - the hallway in Cyert Hall! As you walk in to class, be sure to stop by and grab a title!

The Fall 2022 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Tuesday, July 05, 2022

The Fall 2022 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Fall 2022 Catalog, and to view important information about registration!

Please Welcome our newest Osher at CMU Board Member, Stephanie Fall!

Friday, July 01, 2022

Please Welcome our newest Osher at CMU Board Member, Stephanie Fall!

Stephanie Fall has joined the Osher at CMU Board of Directors as of July 1, 2022!

Thank you Board Members Al Hribar, Ann Augustine, and Jeffrey Swoger

Friday, June 24, 2022

Thank you Board Members Al Hribar, Ann Augustine, and Jeffrey Swoger

As we wind down our 2021-2022 year, we’d like to recognize and thank three of our departing board members.

Carnegie Mellon University presents Pride Month 2022

Friday, June 17, 2022

Carnegie Mellon University presents Pride Month 2022

Join on Zoom for a talk by keynote speaker Hugh Ryan on Tuesday, June 28th at 12 noon.

Friday Forum is now a Summer Course!

Friday, June 17, 2022

Friday Forum is now a Summer Course!

Join us for the final offering of Friday Forum on Friday, July 15th at 1pm on Zoom with a presentation by Russell Shorto - Author, "Smalltime: A Story of My Family and the Mob."

NEW SUMMER COURSE! "A Voice From Ukraine: A Live Interview With A Resident of Kyiv" by Bill Greenspan

Monday, June 13, 2022

NEW SUMMER COURSE! "A Voice From Ukraine: A Live Interview With A Resident of Kyiv" by Bill Greenspan

Please join this special course event on June 22 at 11am where Osher at CMU study leader Bill Greenspan will interview his friend via Zoom from Kyiv, Ukraine. Register online with ID: 4438.

Carnegie Mellon University presents Juneteenth 2022 Events

Thursday, June 09, 2022

Carnegie Mellon University presents Juneteenth 2022 Events

In recognition of the monumental importance of Juneteenth (June 19) in our nation’s history, CMU is hosting a variety of events in honor of the holiday!

New Summer Course! "What You Need to Hear!" by Elaine Mormer

Friday, May 27, 2022

New Summer Course! "What You Need to Hear!" by Elaine Mormer

Join us for this one-day course on Friday, June 17th from 10:45AM-12:45PM in Cyert Hall! Register online with ID 4435.

Always Be Prepared: Familiarize Yourself with the Cyert Hall Emergency Exits

Friday, May 20, 2022

Always Be Prepared: Familiarize Yourself with the Cyert Hall Emergency Exits

Take a moment to look over our emergency evacuation plan in case of a quick exit from the Cyert Hall classrooms.

Borrowing Privileges for Osher Members Reinstated at CMU Campus Libraries!

Friday, May 20, 2022

Borrowing Privileges for Osher Members Reinstated at CMU Campus Libraries!

To access library collections, please bring your 2022 Membership card with you to Hunt Library. The library circulation desk staff will help you with checking out materials.

OLLI at George Mason University presents a FREE Online Course: "Live From Korea"!

Friday, May 20, 2022

OLLI at George Mason University presents a FREE Online Course: "Live From Korea"!

Join this online course on Tuesday's, June 21—July 26, from 7:00pm-8:30pm! Click here for more information!

New Course for Summer 2022: Cohousing in Pittsburgh: Rachel Carson EcoVillage

Friday, May 13, 2022

New Course for Summer 2022: Cohousing in Pittsburgh: Rachel Carson EcoVillage

New Osher at CMU Course offered for Summer 2022: Cohousing in Pittsburgh: Rachel Carson EcoVillage taught by Stefani Danes.

Summer Term Courses Start Monday, May 2nd!

Friday, April 29, 2022

Summer Term Courses Start Monday, May 2nd!

Now is the time to review your course confirmations to be sure they don’t conflict with other activities on your schedule and that you are aware of where your courses are being held.

Join us for the next presentation by Friday Forum!

Monday, April 25, 2022

Join us for the next presentation by Friday Forum!

Register for "Book Discussion: The Bucharest Dossier" with William Maz on Friday, May 6th at 1pm on Zoom!

The CMU Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents: Virtual Distinguished Lecture with Jay Hakes

Friday, April 22, 2022

The CMU Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents: Virtual Distinguished Lecture with Jay Hakes

The virtual distinguished lecture will take place on Zoom on Wednesday, April 27th, at 11AM.

The CMU Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents: Distinguished Lecture with Austin Mitchell

Friday, April 22, 2022

The CMU Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents: Distinguished Lecture with Austin Mitchell

The distinguished lecture will take place in the Bosch Spark Conference Room, Scott Hall on Wednesday, January 25th, at 12 noon.

CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents: Zoonotic Urbanization by Matthew Gandy

Friday, April 22, 2022

CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents: Zoonotic Urbanization by Matthew Gandy

In his talk “Zoonotic urbanization” Matthew Gandy will explore the relationships of urban space, extractive frontiers, and zoonotic diseases, considering how the framework of urban political ecology might be extended with respect to the shifting boundaries of the human and non-human.

The Osher Membership-Social Committee is Hosting an Open House - Please Come See Us!

Friday, April 15, 2022

The Osher Membership-Social Committee is Hosting an Open House - Please Come See Us!

The Membership-Social Committee welcomes you to an Open House on Saturday, April 30th. Doors will be open from 2:30-4:00 in the afternoon.

The CMU Institute for Politics and Strategy presents: Town Hall with Mayor Ed Gainey

Friday, April 15, 2022

The CMU Institute for Politics and Strategy presents: Town Hall with Mayor Ed Gainey

Join in virtually on April 22nd at 11am to hear Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey discuss his vision for the city and the steps he's already taking towards those goals.

Coffee & Tea in the Lounge

Friday, April 15, 2022

Coffee & Tea in the Lounge

Osher at CMU and the Membership-Social Committee are excited to share social time in our new lounge and over a cup of coffee or tea.

The CMU Institute for Politics and Strategy presents: "A Conversation on Social Media, Insurgent Groups, and January 6" by Nicole Matejic

Friday, April 08, 2022

The CMU Institute for Politics and Strategy presents: "A Conversation on Social Media, Insurgent Groups, and January 6" by Nicole Matejic

Join in virtually on April 12th at 5pm to hear Nicole discuss how terrorist organizations use social media to influence, radicalize, and recruit followers.

Join us for the next presentation by Friday Forum!

Friday, April 08, 2022

Join us for the next presentation by Friday Forum!

Register for The John Kane Paradox: The Value and Dignity of Labor and Who Decides What Art Is with Louise Lippincott, Co-Author on April 29th!

Chatham University Music Program presents "Ghosts of Ukraine Lecture-Recital"

Friday, April 01, 2022

Chatham University Music Program presents "Ghosts of Ukraine Lecture-Recital"

Enjoy this concert on Sunday, April 10th at 7pm. Dr. Taras Filenko, noted pianist and author, will share with the audience a slide presentation and performance, examining Ukrainian national identity through musical lens, with guest artist from Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, violinist Jennifer Orchard.

Join us for the next presentation by Friday Forum!

Friday, April 01, 2022

Join us for the next presentation by Friday Forum!

Register for “Lessons from Fred Rogers’ Blueprints for Learning” by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski on April 22nd!

The CMU Institute for Politics and Strategy presents: "Ukraine: A Road of Unjust Conflict"

Friday, April 01, 2022

The CMU Institute for Politics and Strategy presents: "Ukraine: A Road of Unjust Conflict"

Join in virtually on April 5th at 5pm for a panel discussion to contextualize the war and look ahead to what comes next, featuring moderator Dan Silverman, IPS Assistant Professor, and subject-matter experts: Anna Pechenkina, Emily Channell-Justice, and Kimberly St. Julian-Varnon.

The Summer 2022 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Thursday, March 24, 2022

The Summer 2022 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Summer 2022 Catalog, and to view important information about registration!

The CMU International Film Festival presents: "Faces Behind The Mask"

Friday, March 18, 2022

The CMU International Film Festival presents: "Faces Behind The Mask"

The theme for 2022's CMU International Film Festival is "Faces Behind the Masks." This year, we hope to challenge, inspire, and question our audiences on what it means to wear masks in our everyday lives, and what happens when we remove them. The Film Festival takes place March 24th - April 9th.

Announcing the Osher Lending Library Initiative!

Friday, March 18, 2022

Announcing the Osher Lending Library Initiative!

Looking for your next great read? Ready to pass along a book you just couldn’t put down? Check out the Osher Lending Library Initiative.

The CMU Wilton E Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents: Energy Week 2022!

Friday, March 18, 2022

The CMU Wilton E Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents: Energy Week 2022!

Don't miss CMU Energy Week 2022. There are four action-packed days scheduled of unique showcases and competitions demonstrating the leading edge of energy and climatetech innovation from across the nation.

The CMU Institute for Politics and Strategy presents: "How Ukraine Won the Information Fight" by P. W. Singer

Friday, March 18, 2022

The CMU Institute for Politics and Strategy presents: "How Ukraine Won the Information Fight" by P. W. Singer

P. W. Singer is described by the Wall Street Journal as “one of Washington’s pre-eminent futurists,” and is a consultant for groups that range from the CIA and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs to Hollywood and the Call of Duty video game series.

Upcoming events through the CMU Center for the Arts in Society

Wednesday, March 09, 2022

Upcoming events through the CMU Center for the Arts in Society

CAS Speakers Series is partnering with Red Bull Theater and the R/18 Collective to present multiple events in the coming weeks.

Our New Hearing Assistance System

Friday, February 25, 2022

Our New Hearing Assistance System

Osher at CMU classrooms at Cyert Hall now have a hearing assistance system designed to enhance the listening experience for all.

Olmsted Matching Challenge Update

Friday, February 25, 2022

Olmsted Matching Challenge Update

We have met the $10,000 Olmsted Matching Challenge.

Back-To-School Basics: What to Expect When Coming to Cyert Hall

Friday, February 18, 2022

Back-To-School Basics: What to Expect When Coming to Cyert Hall

Welcome back to the CMU Campus! We have put together a helpful guide on where to go for class, where to eat, and where to park, and information about our COVID-19 safety procedures.

Returning to Campus: COVID-19 Safety Procedures

Wednesday, February 09, 2022

Returning to Campus: COVID-19 Safety Procedures

After a long hiatus, we are excited to announce our return to campus. Please read the measures we are taking to keep our classrooms safe, and learn what you need to do as an Osher Participant.

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Last of Our Kind: The Twilight of the Neanderthals" by Adam Davis

Friday, February 04, 2022

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Last of Our Kind: The Twilight of the Neanderthals" by Adam Davis

Please join us for this lecture on March 1, 2022 at 7:00 PM on Zoom. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 4245 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu. Guests are welcome.

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society Speakers Series presents Alexandra Lange: A Zoom Lecture on the History of Playgrounds

Friday, January 21, 2022

The CMU Center for the Arts in Society Speakers Series presents Alexandra Lange: A Zoom Lecture on the History of Playgrounds

Alexandra Lange is a design critic, writer, and author of "The Design of Childhood: How the Material World Shapes Independent Kids." This Zoom lecture will take place Wednesday, January 26th at 9:30AM.

THIS WEEK! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Guastavino’s Structural Tile Vaults in Pittsburgh" by Matthew Schlueb

Friday, January 14, 2022

THIS WEEK! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Guastavino’s Structural Tile Vaults in Pittsburgh" by Matthew Schlueb

Please join us for this lecture on Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022 at 7:00 PM on Zoom. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 4163 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu. Guests are welcome.

We have received a $10,000 match challenge!

Friday, January 07, 2022

We have received a $10,000 match challenge!

Please read this important letter from John Olmsted, former Board President, regarding the Osher 4.0 campaign.

New Course for Winter 2022: Performance Workshop led by Monique Mead

Friday, January 07, 2022

New Course for Winter 2022: Performance Workshop led by Monique Mead

Sign up for the newest in-person course led by Monique Mead from March 31 - April 28 by using ID: 4164.

Special Announcement: Winter 2021 Session One courses will be on Zoom.

Tuesday, January 04, 2022

Special Announcement: Winter 2021 Session One courses will be on Zoom.

The Osher Executive Committee of the Osher Board of Directors met to consider the question of in-person classes for our Winter 2022 Term and they have decided to NOT hold in-person classes for at least the first half of the term.

Only $100,000 more to go!!!

Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Only $100,000 more to go!!!

The 4.0 fund raising effort can be wrapped up by the end of January if we each give a little or a little more. Please help complete this effort by making a donation or a pledge to the 4.0 Capital Project by January 31st.

Teach for us

Friday, December 17, 2021

Teach for us

Have you ever thought about teaching a course for Osher at Carnegie Mellon University? If so, now is your chance!

From the Membership/Social Committee: Be a Welcome Desk volunteer

Friday, December 17, 2021

From the Membership/Social Committee: Be a Welcome Desk volunteer

We need YOUR help. We will need two volunteers per day, morning and afternoon, to greet members, give out name tags, attend to the lounge, and help with office duties as needed.

Carnegie Mellon University is requiring Covid-19 boosters beginning in January 2022

Friday, December 17, 2021

Carnegie Mellon University is requiring Covid-19 boosters beginning in January 2022

As guests on the university campus, we will be following CMU's requirement for boosters. We will monitor the updates from CMU, and we will provide more information regarding timing and the tracking process in the new year

The Winter 2022 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online! Winter 2022 Registration is NOW OPEN.

Tuesday, November 23, 2021

The Winter 2022 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online! Winter 2022 Registration is NOW OPEN.

Click here to view the Winter 2022 Catalog! Have you paid your membership yet? Please make sure to do that before you register!

Welcome, Laura! Meet the newest addition to the Osher at CMU staff

Friday, November 19, 2021

Welcome, Laura! Meet the newest addition to the Osher at CMU staff

We are pleased to have Laura Myers join us as our new Administrator - General Office!

We made our $500 goal! Thank you for donating to Carnegie Mellon University’s 28th Annual Food Drive

Friday, November 19, 2021

We made our $500 goal! Thank you for donating to Carnegie Mellon University’s 28th Annual Food Drive

Our team, Osher, earned the "Team: Fundraising Achieved" badge for our efforts. If you have yet to donate to the food drive, click here to do so.

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Evocative American Music of the Fall Season" by Joe DeFazio

Thursday, October 28, 2021

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Evocative American Music of the Fall Season" by Joe DeFazio

Please join us for this lecture on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021 at 7:00 PM on Zoom. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 4127 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu. Guests are welcome.

“Bone Wars: The Excavation and Celebrity of Andrew Carnegie’s Dinosaur" by Tom Rea: Entertainment after the Annual Meeting

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

“Bone Wars: The Excavation and Celebrity of Andrew Carnegie’s Dinosaur" by Tom Rea: Entertainment after the Annual Meeting

Guests and Members are invited to enjoy this lecture after the Annual Meeting at 8pm on October 28th, 2021. Please register for this event with ID: 4085.

Save the Date: Osher at CMU 29th Annual Meeting

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Save the Date: Osher at CMU 29th Annual Meeting

Please join us for the 29th Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 28th at 7:00 PM through Zoom. Register to attend online with Course ID: 4106.

Attention! Be sure to update your Zoom Program!

Friday, October 15, 2021

Attention! Be sure to update your Zoom Program!

Beginning now, there is a new - and critical - update coming to Zoom as of November 1! Please make sure you login to Zoom, outside of class time, and update your program.

Joshua Angrist, son of two Osher at CMU members, wins a Nobel Prize!

Friday, October 15, 2021

Joshua Angrist, son of two Osher at CMU members, wins a Nobel Prize!

Stan and Sarah Angrist's son made international news by winning the 2021 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences.

Meet Our Newest Volunteer: Ruby

Friday, October 08, 2021

Meet Our Newest Volunteer: Ruby

Chelsea Prestia was able to bring her cute dog to the office to help us get situated, and Ruby was able to help us get some shredding of files done!

Goodbye, Kate! And Thank You!

Friday, October 08, 2021

Goodbye, Kate! And Thank You!

After two years with Osher at CMU, Kate Lehman is moving onto the next page in her story!

NEXT WEEK! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "The Lights and Nights of Pittsburgh" by Diane Turnshek

Wednesday, October 06, 2021

NEXT WEEK! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "The Lights and Nights of Pittsburgh" by Diane Turnshek

Please join us for this lecture on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021 at 7:00 PM. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 3967 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Second Session Fall courses will be on Zoom

Friday, October 01, 2021

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Second Session Fall courses will be on Zoom

The Osher at CMU board of directors at their last meeting, reluctantly made the decision to move the second session fall in-person courses from in-person to Zoom.

New Fall Course: German for the Enlightened Traveler (Joachim Noob)

Friday, September 17, 2021

New Fall Course: German for the Enlightened Traveler (Joachim Noob)

This course is designed to teach the Enlightened Tourist (i.e., the tourist who also wishes to benefit linguistically from his or her travels) useful German phrases and communications skills.

Apply to be a Virtual Neighbor through the CMU Office of International Education

Friday, September 17, 2021

Apply to be a Virtual Neighbor through the CMU Office of International Education

Would you like to be a Virtual Neighbor and be paired with a student or students? As an extension of the Host Family Program, apply to be a Virtual Neighbor and get together with a CMU student over Zoom, FaceTime, or email.

THIS WEEK!!! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "The World's Most Beautiful Antique Skyscrapers" by Mark Houser

Friday, September 10, 2021

THIS WEEK!!! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "The World's Most Beautiful Antique Skyscrapers" by Mark Houser

Please join us for this lecture on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021 at 7:00 PM. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 3966 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

Osher at CMU to Launch SIG - Friday Forum

Friday, September 03, 2021

Osher at CMU to Launch SIG - Friday Forum

Enjoy a series of single lectures on a variety of topics with innovative and inspiring speakers drawn from among authors, filmmakers, artists, musicians, as well as media and political figures. SIG - Friday Forum coordinator is Carol Wood will help to present invigorating forums, but you must be registered for their invitation list!

NEW UPDATES! We're experiencing a pause, BUT the construction of our new home in Cyert Hall is almost finished!

Friday, September 03, 2021

NEW UPDATES! We're experiencing a pause, BUT the construction of our new home in Cyert Hall is almost finished!

Due to some supply chain delays, the finishing of our new classrooms has been delayed. Fortunately, we're almost finished and very close to moving into our new home!

Get To Know Sankar Seetharama, Osher Board of Director’s Board Representative to Executive Committee

Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Get To Know Sankar Seetharama, Osher Board of Director’s Board Representative to Executive Committee

Enjoy this article about one of our Board members, written by member Mackenzie Carpenter.

Get To Know our Jan Hawkins, Osher Board of Director’s President

Friday, August 20, 2021

Get To Know our Jan Hawkins, Osher Board of Director’s President

Enjoy this article about one of our Board officers, written by member Mackenzie Carpenter.

A Difficult, but Necessary Decision!

Friday, August 13, 2021

A Difficult, but Necessary Decision!

The Executive Committee of the Board made the difficult decision to keep all of our first session fall courses online on Zoom. Please read this notice about the changes.

Get To Know our Marcia Taylor, Osher Board of Director’s Vice President

Friday, August 06, 2021

Get To Know our Marcia Taylor, Osher Board of Director’s Vice President

Enjoy this article about one of our Board officers, written by member Mackenzie Carpenter.

The Fall 2021 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online! Fall 2021 Registration is NOT OPEN.

Thursday, July 29, 2021

The Fall 2021 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online! Fall 2021 Registration is NOT OPEN.

Click here to view the Fall 2021 Catalog! Plus, important information about the Fall 2021 term.

Join the Cycling SIG – Go for a ride with us!

Thursday, July 22, 2021

Join the Cycling SIG – Go for a ride with us!

Beginning on July 28th, join a group of Osher Members that will ride the bike trails of Pittsburgh together! Register for the Cycling SIG by registering online with ID 3962, or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

The CMU Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents an upcoming event!

Thursday, July 22, 2021

The CMU Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents an upcoming event!

Please join in online "Fireside Chat with Emily Reichert, CEO, Greentown Labs" on Wed, August 18.

Please fill in a Vaccination Attestation Form (VAF)

Thursday, July 22, 2021

Please fill in a Vaccination Attestation Form (VAF)

An update on CMU Covid Vaccine Requirements, and how we plan to keep our community safe.

About Your New Board Members: Stan Winikoff, Robert Heilbronner, and Susan Morris

Friday, July 02, 2021

About Your New Board Members: Stan Winikoff, Robert Heilbronner, and Susan Morris

These three will be bringing those myriad life experiences and passion for learning to their new roles as members of the Board of Directors at the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Carnegie Mellon University.

New courses, new study leaders: Help us find volunteers who would be willing to teach!

Thursday, June 24, 2021

New courses, new study leaders: Help us find volunteers who would be willing to teach!

The Curriculum Committee is looking for you help in identifying Study Leaders who would be able to teach some of our most requested topic! Do you know someone who would be able to lead a course about some of these topics?

Celebrating Juneteenth!

Friday, June 18, 2021

Celebrating Juneteenth!

Osher at CMU is happy to recognize Juneteenth as the newest Federal Holiday. Here is some information about the importance of Juneteenth, and local events that celebrate the holiday!

Celebrating Juneteenth!

Friday, June 18, 2021

Celebrating Juneteenth!

Osher at CMU is happy to recognize Juneteenth as the newest Federal Holiday. Here is some information about the importance of Juneteenth, and local events that celebrate the holiday!

Carnegie Mellon University presents Juneteenth 2021 Virtual Event

Friday, June 11, 2021

Carnegie Mellon University presents Juneteenth 2021 Virtual Event

In recognition of the monumental importance of Juneteenth (June 19) in our nation’s history, Wanda Heading-Grant, CMU vice provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, is convening a panel discussion to address its meaning, significance and why we should celebrate it on June 17th from 4-5PM.

Carnegie Mellon University invites you to a Faculty Dialogues presentation and discussion: The Neuroscience of the Aging Brain

Friday, June 04, 2021

Carnegie Mellon University invites you to a Faculty Dialogues presentation and discussion: The Neuroscience of the Aging Brain

Join in online on Thursday, June 17, 2021 from 4PM-5PM as Barbara Shinn-Cunningham, director of CMU’s Neuroscience Institute, and other faculty experts to explore what happens inside our brains as we age.

Osher 4.0 Update: June 4th, 2021 - Good News concerning our 4.0 Progress!

Friday, June 04, 2021

Osher 4.0 Update: June 4th, 2021 - Good News concerning our 4.0 Progress!

Construction on our new home in Cyert Hall is well underway. We hope you enjoy seeing the pictures of the progress. We expect to get the keys to our new space in late August. Classes are planned to resume both in-person and on Zoom starting the second week of September.

NEW: The CMU International Film Festival Presents: 2021 CMU “Faces of Home” Student Short Film Competition!

Friday, May 14, 2021

NEW: The CMU International Film Festival Presents: 2021 CMU “Faces of Home” Student Short Film Competition!

View the short films online from May 15 - 21, 2021. Watch the submissions and vote for the winner of the "Audience Prize!"

Welcome to our newest Osher at CMU Board Members, and Goodbye to those leaving!

Friday, April 30, 2021

Welcome to our newest Osher at CMU Board Members, and Goodbye to those leaving!

A big thank you to our retiring Board of Directors members, Rosalie Barsotti, Jim Reitz, and Raja Sooriamurthi, for all of your hard work and dedication to our organization. A warm welcome to our newest Board members: Robert Heilbronner, Susan Morris, and Stanley Winikoff.

Osher 4.0: FAQ Updates

Tuesday, April 27, 2021

Osher 4.0: FAQ Updates

An update on some frequently asked questions about our new space and our plans for Cyert Hall.

NEW: The OLLI Network presents: "The New Future Of Old Age In Today’s Longevity Economy: An Online Talk with Professor Joe Coughlin"

Friday, April 23, 2021

NEW: The OLLI Network presents: "The New Future Of Old Age In Today’s Longevity Economy: An Online Talk with Professor Joe Coughlin"

Join us online for a fascinating live discussion on the future of growing older with Dr. Joseph F. Coughlin, Director of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's AgeLab on Thursday, April 29th.

The CMU Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents: Batteries and the Future of Energy Storage

Friday, April 23, 2021

The CMU Scott Institute for Energy Innovation presents: Batteries and the Future of Energy Storage

The webinar will take place on Zoom on Thursday, May 6th, at 11AM.

NEW: The CMU Center for the Arts in Society “Decolonized Futures” invites you to watch recordings of the the Re-Sound/Re-Vision Festival: Indigenous Pittsburgh and Otherwise Worlds

Friday, April 23, 2021

NEW: The CMU Center for the Arts in Society “Decolonized Futures” invites you to watch recordings of the the Re-Sound/Re-Vision Festival: Indigenous Pittsburgh and Otherwise Worlds

Recordings from the Re-Sound/Re-Vision Festival: Indigenous Pittsburgh and Otherwise Worlds recorded between April 9th and 11th are now available free online

NEW: The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A virtual screening of the film “My Wonderful Wanda” as its final film this season!

Friday, April 23, 2021

NEW: The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A virtual screening of the film “My Wonderful Wanda” as its final film this season!

View the film online from April 23-29, 2021. Winner of awards at Tribeca and Vancouver, My Wonderful Wanda is a delightful satire of the haves and the have-nots set against the backdrop of a gorgeous lakeside villa in Switzerland.

Floured Hands ZIG is EXPANDING!

Friday, April 16, 2021

Floured Hands ZIG is EXPANDING!

Floured Hands is now meeting once a month on the second Tuesday of the month from 10AM-11AM. The ZIG is expanding the group size from 10 to 15 participants. Floured Hands friends welcome your participation. If you would like to join, please register for: Floured Hands ZIG. Class ID: 3418.

NEW: The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A virtual screening of the film "For Sama"!

Friday, April 09, 2021

NEW: The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A virtual screening of the film "For Sama"!

View the Oscar-Nominated Film online from April 10-16, 2021. “For Sama” Documents the Plight of Women in Wartime Allepo.

CMU Energy Week 2021: March 22-26, 2021

Thursday, March 18, 2021

CMU Energy Week 2021: March 22-26, 2021

Join CMU Students and the CMU Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation for CMU Energy Week 2021! Enjoy events and innovations throughout the week. Register now!

Upcoming CMU Student Project: Fill in this survey about digital scams on vulnerable communities!

Friday, March 12, 2021

Upcoming CMU Student Project: Fill in this survey about digital scams on vulnerable communities!

Students from Carnegie Mellon University and are conducting research on preventing fraud from vulnerable communities like the elderly. Their focus is specifically on digital scams, which are on the rise as a side effect of COVID-19.

Upcoming CMU Student Project: Collaborative Cookbook project! Please join us if you like to cook!

Friday, March 12, 2021

Upcoming CMU Student Project: Collaborative Cookbook project! Please join us if you like to cook!

Two CMU students are looking to speak with Osher at CMU members about their favorite meals and foods and then pass the recipes on to be cooked by an undergraduate student!

Kicking Butt in Computer Science with Dr. Carol Frieze & Dr. Jeria Quesenberry

Friday, March 12, 2021

Kicking Butt in Computer Science with Dr. Carol Frieze & Dr. Jeria Quesenberry

Carnegie Mellon University Libraries and Women in History of Science and Technology are excited to host Dr. Carol Frieze & Dr. Jeria Quesenberry on Wednesday, March 25 at 7PM for a virtual presentation!

NEW! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Forces of Nature: Renwick Invitational 2020" by Ann Lawch from the Smithsonian

Friday, March 12, 2021

NEW! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Forces of Nature: Renwick Invitational 2020" by Ann Lawch from the Smithsonian

Please join us for this lecture on Wednesday, Apr. 14, 2021 at 3:00 PM. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 3808 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu. Guests are welcome!

NEW: Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Breaking the Bronze Ceiling: Getting to Know..." by Lisa Tetrault

Friday, March 05, 2021

NEW: Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Breaking the Bronze Ceiling: Getting to Know..." by Lisa Tetrault

Please join us for this lecture on Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2021 at 7:00 PM. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 3690 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu. Guests are welcome!

NEW: The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A virtual screening of the film "So Long, My Son"!

Friday, March 05, 2021

NEW: The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A virtual screening of the film "So Long, My Son"!

Celebrate Chinese Cinema with Generational Drama online March 6-12, 2020!

An Ode to Jeffery Holst

Friday, February 19, 2021

An Ode to Jeffery Holst

It is with great sadness that we share the loss of one of our Board of Director members, Jeffrey Holst.

ADDED COURSE! Covid-19 - What We Know After 12 Months (Colodny, Stephen)

Friday, February 19, 2021

ADDED COURSE! Covid-19 - What We Know After 12 Months (Colodny, Stephen)

This course runs on Monday's from 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM for 2 sessions. Course starts on 3/8/2021 and ends on 3/15/2021, Members may register online through the registration system with Course ID: 3797.

The Summer 2021 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online! Summer 2021 Registration is NOT OPEN.

Friday, February 19, 2021

The Summer 2021 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online! Summer 2021 Registration is NOT OPEN.

Click here to view the Summer 2021 Catalog! Plus, important information about the Summer 2021 term.

"What Osher at CMU Means to Me..." - A Series

Friday, February 12, 2021

"What Osher at CMU Means to Me..." - A Series

Reflections by members about the significance of Osher at CMU in their life. This week we present a piece by Jan Hawkins.

THIS WEEK! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "A Virtual Tour Of An Astronomer's Unique Tiny Abode" by Diane Turnshek

Friday, February 12, 2021

THIS WEEK! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "A Virtual Tour Of An Astronomer's Unique Tiny Abode" by Diane Turnshek

Please join us for this lecture on Tuesday, Mar. 9, 2021 at 7:00 PM. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 3691 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents the Spring 2021 Speakers Series

Friday, February 05, 2021

CMU Center for the Arts in Society presents the Spring 2021 Speakers Series

To conclude her Narrative Initiative project 'Decolonized Futures' Alexa Woloshyn will present the Black & Indigenous Futures Series. Nida Rehman will present a series of international speakers as part of her Borderlines Initiative project 'Spaces of Containment and Care,' along with other scheduled CAS events.

The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A virtual screening of the film "This Is Not a Burial, It's a Resurrection"!

Friday, February 05, 2021

The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A virtual screening of the film "This Is Not a Burial, It's a Resurrection"!

Catch the Pittsburgh Premiere of Sundance Award-Winning Film from Lesotho online February 6-12, 2020!

THIS WEEK! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Law Enforcement and the Events of January 6th" by Anthony Cortazzo

Friday, February 05, 2021

THIS WEEK! Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Law Enforcement and the Events of January 6th" by Anthony Cortazzo

This lecture will be on Wednesday, Feb 10, 2021 at 7:00 PM. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 3783 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

Carnegie Mellon University's response to the events at the capitol on Jan 6, 2021

Friday, January 15, 2021

Carnegie Mellon University's response to the events at the capitol on Jan 6, 2021

In support of Carnegie Mellon University, we are sharing with you a link to a letter that the CMU University Leadership team published on January 12, 2021 concerning their position on the attack on the U.S. Capitol last week.

Osher at CMU Policy and Procedures: An Overview

Friday, January 15, 2021

Osher at CMU Policy and Procedures: An Overview

An explanation of Osher at CMU's policy and procedures by Osher at CMU Board President, Allan Hribar.

The Importance of Being an Osher at CMU Board Member

Friday, December 18, 2020

The Importance of Being an Osher at CMU Board Member

A letter from Jim Reitz, past president, on why members should be a part of the Osher at CMU Board of Directors.

Looking Ahead to Osher Classes in the Future: The Path Forward for Osher Courses in 2021

Friday, December 11, 2020

Looking Ahead to Osher Classes in the Future: The Path Forward for Osher Courses in 2021

An overview on what 2021 will bring for Osher at CMU by Jim Reitz, Immediate Past President.

The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A special screening of short film "Garbage"!

Friday, December 11, 2020

The CMU International Film Festival Presents: A special screening of short film "Garbage"!

"Garbage" is available to stream online from December 14th-20th, 2020

Donate to our capital project, Osher 4.0, before the end of the year!

Friday, December 11, 2020

Donate to our capital project, Osher 4.0, before the end of the year!

Looking for that additional tax deduction; one that will benefit your pocketbook with lower taxes, and one that will benefit your commitment to life-long learning? Look no further than a donation to the Osher 4.0!

The CMU International Film Festival Presents: The Pittsburgh Premiere of "America Street"!

Friday, December 04, 2020

The CMU International Film Festival Presents: The Pittsburgh Premiere of "America Street"!

America Street is available to stream online from Nov 30 - Dec 6, 2020.

NEW LECTURES ADDED! Online Lectures from the Osher Network

Friday, December 04, 2020

NEW LECTURES ADDED! Online Lectures from the Osher Network

See a list of upcoming online lectures from other OLLI programs from across the country!

Giving Tuesday is on December 1st!

Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Giving Tuesday is on December 1st!

A letter from Osher at CMU Board President, Al Hribar, on donating on Giving Tuesday.

The Winter 2021 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Monday, November 09, 2020

The Winter 2021 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Winter 2021 Catalog! Plus, important information about the Winter 2021 term.

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "See You In Orbit? Our Dream Of Spaceflight" by Alan Ladwig

Friday, November 06, 2020

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "See You In Orbit? Our Dream Of Spaceflight" by Alan Ladwig

Please join us for this lecture on Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 at 7:00 PM. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 3692 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Alexander Von Humboldt & the United States: Art, Nature & Culture" by Smithsonian American Art Museum

Friday, November 06, 2020

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Alexander Von Humboldt & the United States: Art, Nature & Culture" by Smithsonian American Art Museum

Please join us for this lecture on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2020 at 3:00 PM. Members may register by logging into the registration system and searching ID: 3693 or by emailing osher@cmu.edu.

CMU Community Food Drive 2020

Friday, November 06, 2020

CMU Community Food Drive 2020

Carnegie Mellon University's 27th Annual Food Drive, sponsored by Staff Council, officially launched and will be happening from 2020 November 2 – 16, 2020!

Native American Heritage Month 2020: Indigenous Pittsburgh Music Series

Friday, October 30, 2020

Native American Heritage Month 2020: Indigenous Pittsburgh Music Series

Dr. Alexa Woloshyn’s North American Indigenous Music Seminar (School of Music) is hosting an Indigenous Pittsburgh Music Series. Events take place on November 18 at 8pm over Zoom.

Floured Hands Bread ZIG Rocks the Kitchen

Friday, October 30, 2020

Floured Hands Bread ZIG Rocks the Kitchen

By sharing and learning about bread, our ZIG has brought together a group of individuals who have become “Zoom friends!”

Tell us your Osher at CMU stories!

Friday, October 23, 2020

Tell us your Osher at CMU stories!

We are collecting stories from Members about their experiences with Osher at CMU! We hope to include these tales in our 4.0 campaign and our journey to our new space in Cyert Hall.

Curriculum Committee Now Seeking More New Members

Friday, October 23, 2020

Curriculum Committee Now Seeking More New Members

The Curriculum Committee currently has a couple of openings on its committee. If you would be interested in becoming a member of this vibrant and critical committee of the organization, please apply.

Join our newest ZIG: Create/Connect!

Friday, October 16, 2020

Join our newest ZIG: Create/Connect!

Lead by a CMU undergraduate student, ZIG - Create/Connect is a social club based in the collective activity of creating. This group will explore various ways of creating and socializing together while apart over Zoom.

Apply to be a Virtual Neighbor through the CMU Office of International Education

Friday, October 09, 2020

Apply to be a Virtual Neighbor through the CMU Office of International Education

Would you like to be a Virtual Neighbor and be paired with a student or students? As an extension of the Host Family Program, apply to be a Virtual Neighbor and get together with a CMU student over Zoom, FaceTime, or email.

The School of Design at CMU is Seeking Participants to Inform Inclusive Patient-Centered Healthcare Project

Friday, October 09, 2020

The School of Design at CMU is Seeking Participants to Inform Inclusive Patient-Centered Healthcare Project

Senior undergraduate students studying design are looking for people 18 years and older living with physical and/or visual disabilities to participate in interviews and conversations.

Join the Osher 4.0 Design Team!

Friday, October 09, 2020

Join the Osher 4.0 Design Team!

Looking for interior designers, archetects, or designers to help the Osher 4.0 Design Team!

FYI: "Elections Board Unanimously Approves Proposal for Additional Offices Secure, Accessible Sites to Provide Over-the-Counter Voting, Return of Voted Ballots"

Friday, September 25, 2020

FYI: "Elections Board Unanimously Approves Proposal for Additional Offices Secure, Accessible Sites to Provide Over-the-Counter Voting, Return of Voted Ballots"

The Board of Elections today unanimously approved a proposal in which the Elections Division will open additional offices on specific dates and times leading up to the November 3 election.

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Comedy vs. the Apocalypse" by David Misch

Friday, September 18, 2020

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Comedy vs. the Apocalypse" by David Misch

Everyone is welcome to join us for our speaker after the 28th Annual Meeting. Watch David Misch present "Comedy vs. The Apocalypse" on Thursday, September 24th, 2020 at 8PM through Zoom! Register online with ID: 3532, or by emailing the office.

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Will Just 6% of Voters Decide the 2020 Election?" by Douglas Stowell

Thursday, September 17, 2020

Osher at CMU Lecture Series presents "Will Just 6% of Voters Decide the 2020 Election?" by Douglas Stowell

A fast-paced review of the last four POTUS elections turn-out, number of votes cast, and voting behavior. Join us on Wednesday, Oct 14, 2020 at 7PM through Zoom! Register online with ID: 3540, or by emailing the office.

28th Annual Meeting

Tuesday, September 01, 2020

28th Annual Meeting

Please join us for the 28th Annual Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 24th on Zoom at 7:00pm. Click here to review the proposed bylaw changes. Register to attend online with Course ID: 3534.

Constitution Day 2020: “When Women Won the Right to Vote” - A History Unfinished with Professor Lisa Tetrault

Friday, August 21, 2020

Constitution Day 2020: “When Women Won the Right to Vote” - A History Unfinished with Professor Lisa Tetrault

Carnegie Mellon University Libraries and Division of Student Affairs welcome Lisa Tetrault, CMU Associate Professor of History, as featured speaker for the annual Constitution Day event.

AI and Humanity at Chautauqua 2020

Friday, August 21, 2020

AI and Humanity at Chautauqua 2020

David Danks, Illah Nourbakhsh, and Jennifer Keating, discuss the ethics of technology, scientific, corporate and personal responsibility at the Chautauqua Institution’s 2020 Summer Lecture Series.

Help the CMU Relationships Lab Learn about the Impact of the Coronavirus on Individuals, Couples, and Families

Friday, August 07, 2020

Help the CMU Relationships Lab Learn about the Impact of the Coronavirus on Individuals, Couples, and Families

The Relationships Lab in the Department of Psychology is currently collecting responses to their Coronavirus Impact Survey, which investigates the impacts of the Coronavirus pandemic on individuals, couples, and families. They are seeking older adults to complete their survey and share their experiences.

An Evening With... Bruce Rabin: How To Reduce The Effect Of Stress On Your Health

Friday, July 31, 2020

An Evening With... Bruce Rabin: How To Reduce The Effect Of Stress On Your Health

The Osher Lecture Series presents this online lecture by Bruce Rabin on Tuesday, August 11 at 7PM.

For The Good Of The Game: A Conversation with Former Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig

Friday, July 31, 2020

For The Good Of The Game: A Conversation with Former Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig

OLLI at Berkshire Community College presents a live, interactive online conversation with former major league baseball commissioner Bud Selig on Tuesday, August 4 at 4:30 PM.

Reimagining Transportation Energy in 2020 for Equity and Resilience

Friday, July 31, 2020

Reimagining Transportation Energy in 2020 for Equity and Resilience

Join the Scott Institute for Energy Innovation at Carnegie Mellon University on Thursday, August 6 at 11 AM EDT in a conversation with leading transportation, access, mobility and energy experts.

The Fall 2020 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Wednesday, July 29, 2020

The Fall 2020 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Click here to view the Fall 2020 Catalog! Plus, important information about the Fall 2020 term.

See the Results of our Return-To-Campus Survey for Fall 2020

Friday, July 17, 2020

See the Results of our Return-To-Campus Survey for Fall 2020

A summary of answers from our recent survey about returning to campus during the fall semester.

Chatham University presents the Rachel Carson EcoVillage

Friday, July 17, 2020

Chatham University presents the Rachel Carson EcoVillage

Pittsburgh’s first EcoVillage moves forward with four units sold.

The National Humanities Center’s Virtual Book Club Series: Race and Injustice

Friday, July 10, 2020

The National Humanities Center’s Virtual Book Club Series: Race and Injustice

Join a FREE virtual book club which runs for six weeks starting on July 15 through August 19 (Wednesday evenings at 7pm EST) on YouTube Live!

An Open Invitation!

Friday, July 10, 2020

An Open Invitation!

Because we are locked out of campus and we are offering all of our fall courses online, we invite you to invite your friends and families, both near and far, to take classes with us!

CMU Confronting Racism and Promoting Equity and Inclusion

Thursday, July 02, 2020

CMU Confronting Racism and Promoting Equity and Inclusion

A letter from CMU President Farnam Jahanian about CMU's strategic actions for confronting racism and promoting equity and inclusion.

Please take our Survey: Fall 2020 Registration

Thursday, July 02, 2020

Please take our Survey: Fall 2020 Registration

We sent out a survey to our members to gauge your intentions to register for Fall 2020 courses with Osher at CMU.

RESCHEDULED: Osher at CMU Lecture Series Presents "Sophie: The Incomparable Mayor Masloff"

Friday, June 26, 2020

RESCHEDULED: Osher at CMU Lecture Series Presents "Sophie: The Incomparable Mayor Masloff"

Join us for a lecture by Barbara Burstin on July 21, 2020 at 7:00PM on Zoom.

I Spent a Year in Space, and I Have Tips on Isolation to Share

Friday, June 19, 2020

I Spent a Year in Space, and I Have Tips on Isolation to Share

Take it from someone who couldn’t: Go outside. Scott Kelly is a retired NASA astronaut who spent nearly a year on the International Space Station.

Welcome to our newest Osher at CMU Board Members, and Goodbye to those leaving!

Friday, June 19, 2020

Welcome to our newest Osher at CMU Board Members, and Goodbye to those leaving!

A big thank you to our retiring Board of Directors members, John Olmsted and Gary Bates, for all of your hard work and dedication to our organization. .A warm welcome to our newest Board members: Sankar Seetharama, Rich Wellins and Ann Augustine.

Thank you everyone who participated in our first “Return To Campus” survey sent in May!

Friday, June 12, 2020

Thank you everyone who participated in our first “Return To Campus” survey sent in May!

A letter from Executive Director Lyn Decker about the results of our latest survey.

Learn Zoom and Take Classes!

Friday, June 12, 2020

Learn Zoom and Take Classes!

Join us Tuesday and Thursday afternoons for Zoom instruction in order to have the best Zoom experience possible.

OLLI at the University of Michigan is sharing their lectures!

Friday, June 12, 2020

OLLI at the University of Michigan is sharing their lectures!

Join these lectures presented by OLLI at the University of Michigan June 16 & 18, 2020!

New Volunteer Opportunity: Zoom Class Helper

Friday, June 05, 2020

New Volunteer Opportunity: Zoom Class Helper

We have created a new volunteer opportunity: the Zoom Class Helper position, which is specific to the needs of online courses. This opportunity is a great way to use your new Zoom skills to help online classes run successfully!

America Dissected: Coronavirus - a podcast featuring Dr. Abdul El-Sayed

Friday, June 05, 2020

America Dissected: Coronavirus - a podcast featuring Dr. Abdul El-Sayed

Listen to this 33 episode podcast about the history of viruses about COVID-19, what led us to this crisis in the first place, and what policies can lead us out.

Lantern Tour and Ghost Stories from Historic Fort Sisseton, South Dakota

Friday, May 29, 2020

Lantern Tour and Ghost Stories from Historic Fort Sisseton, South Dakota

See Fort Sisseton in a different light by joining us for a Zoom (Virtual) Lantern Tour of the buildings.

Zoom: Perfect For Our Time

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Zoom: Perfect For Our Time

Enjoy this testimonial about the accessibility and resourcefulness of Zoom during this time by Osher member John Spear.

OLLI at UNT: The Worlds Longest History Lesson

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

OLLI at UNT: The Worlds Longest History Lesson

Listen to the World's Longest History Lesson by UNT History Professor, Andrew Torget. The record-breaking lesson lasts 26.5 hours and covers Texas History from prehistory through the Great Depression.

Chat Club: CMU Students & Osher Students connect!

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

Chat Club: CMU Students & Osher Students connect!

In our time of isolation, the Chat Club program will match participants from the OSHER and CMU community, offer conversation prompts, and allow participants to contact and connect.

Osher at CMU partnering with Chatham University

Friday, May 22, 2020

Osher at CMU partnering with Chatham University

We are happy to announce that Osher at CMU is partnering with Chatham University to expand course offerings to their Eden Hall Campus. Please read the announcement from Osher President, Jim Reitz and Chatham President, David Finegold.

The CMU International Film Festival presents an online screening of "Sorry We Missed You"

Wednesday, May 20, 2020

The CMU International Film Festival presents an online screening of "Sorry We Missed You"

The CMU International Film Festival will be hosting an online screening of Ken Loach's award-winning British film "Sorry We Missed You" between NOW - May 23, 2020.

OLLI-UA Online Speaker Series: The Coming Chaos with Frank Figliuzzi

Wednesday, May 20, 2020

OLLI-UA Online Speaker Series: The Coming Chaos with Frank Figliuzzi

Join for a Live Online Zoom Webinar by former Assistant Director for Counterintelligence, Frank Figliuzzi - Friday, May 22 at 4 p.m. EST.

Zoom Hints We Learned From Week One

Friday, May 08, 2020

Zoom Hints We Learned From Week One

Now that week one is finished, here are some tips and trick to make sure week two is a success.

An update on ZIG - Floured Hands

Friday, May 08, 2020

An update on ZIG - Floured Hands

Please enjoy this recap of what the Floured Hands bakers are doing in their online group.

A Note From Executive Director Lyn Decker about our COVID-19 Response!

Thursday, May 07, 2020

A Note From Executive Director Lyn Decker about our COVID-19 Response!

Please read about the steps our organization has taken in order to continue during COVID-19.

Students from the Human-Computer Interaction Institute at CMU are looking for volunteers!

Wednesday, May 06, 2020

Students from the Human-Computer Interaction Institute at CMU are looking for volunteers!

A research team from the Human-Computer Interaction Institute at CMU is designing a voice assistant for the elderly to help with the social connection and healthcare. Help them with their research by meeting with them over Zoom.

Lunchtime Lecture: Aging Research Presentation Series - Thur., May 28th

Wednesday, May 06, 2020

Lunchtime Lecture: Aging Research Presentation Series - Thur., May 28th

Join us on May 28th at 11:15 AM for this wonderful lunchtime lecture. The Aging Research Presentation Series brings researchers from various disciplines at the University of Pittsburgh to present on aging related topics.

The Films of Ken Burns on PBS

Wednesday, April 29, 2020

The Films of Ken Burns on PBS

Study Leader Ken Burns shares his films for all to see through the PBS website! Enjoy these in-depth films about significant moments from the past and present.

Bruce Rabin: Managing Stress For Enhanced Health

Friday, April 24, 2020

Bruce Rabin: Managing Stress For Enhanced Health

Study Leader Bruce Rabin presents a eight part YouTube series that helps promote healthy stress management techniques

Join the new ZIG - The Lilacs Book Club

Friday, April 17, 2020

Join the new ZIG - The Lilacs Book Club

For an invigorating online book club, join leader Gloriana St Clair and other members in this wonderful ZIG!

Revised Summer 2020 Catalog: View the courses being offered this summer

Friday, April 17, 2020

Revised Summer 2020 Catalog: View the courses being offered this summer

Please review the revised Summer 2020 to see which Osher courses will be available online this summer.

The Phantom of the Opera: Watch the 25th Anniversary Production

Friday, April 17, 2020

The Phantom of the Opera: Watch the 25th Anniversary Production

The Phantom of the Opera at Royal Albert Hall, starring Sierra Boggess and Ramin Karimloo, will be on YouTube from April 17-19th.

CMU Police warn community about Coronavirus Scammers

Friday, April 17, 2020

CMU Police warn community about Coronavirus Scammers

Chief Tom Ogden warns against scammers profiting from Coronavirus fear.

TEDxPointParkUniversity: What We Can Learn from an Old Glasshouse by Richard Piacentini

Wednesday, April 15, 2020

TEDxPointParkUniversity: What We Can Learn from an Old Glasshouse by Richard Piacentini

Richard Piacentini teaches us that human health and environmental health are intricately connected and that to age gracefully through the transformation of Phipps Conservatory.

Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven 9 Facebook Premiere

Friday, April 10, 2020

Chicago Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven 9 Facebook Premiere

Join the Chicago Symphony as they air a performance on Facebook on Sunday, April 12 at 3PM.

Potluck Video: Learn from culinary professionals about the flavors of the world!

Friday, April 10, 2020

Potluck Video: Learn from culinary professionals about the flavors of the world!

Bring professional chefs and restaurateurs right into your kitchen.

Recommended Guidelines for Attending Osher at CMU’s Online Courses

Friday, April 10, 2020

Recommended Guidelines for Attending Osher at CMU’s Online Courses

As we begin using Zoom, please review and remember these guidelines.

Summer 2020 Courses: Prepare for online courses with Zoom

Wednesday, April 08, 2020

Summer 2020 Courses: Prepare for online courses with Zoom

Offering Zoom training sessions for Osher members in order to be ready for online learning!

"From us, for you": Rotterdams Philharmonic Orchestra plays Ode to Joy from home!

Wednesday, April 08, 2020

"From us, for you": Rotterdams Philharmonic Orchestra plays Ode to Joy from home!

Enjoy a "social distancing" approved performance by the Rotterdams Philharmonic Orchestra.

For Our Members, From Our Members!

Monday, April 06, 2020

For Our Members, From Our Members!

We are collecting submissions from our members to share their favorite things to read, watch, or do!

Join the new ZIG - The Pandemic: Let's Talk About It

Friday, April 03, 2020

Join the new ZIG - The Pandemic: Let's Talk About It

Come join a (free and open) conversation on the impact the Pandemic has had on you.

Join the new ZIG - Future 2030

Friday, April 03, 2020

Join the new ZIG - Future 2030

Join this group as they discuss the following question: What should the world be like in 2030?

Pittsburgh is throwing an ‘Illumination-Ovation’ to honor workers on the front lines

Friday, April 03, 2020

Pittsburgh is throwing an ‘Illumination-Ovation’ to honor workers on the front lines

Join others on Apr 14 and support first responders, hospital employees, mail carriers, grocery store clerks, delivery drivers and other essential workers who are risking their own well-being for others.

Join the new ZIG - The Floured Hands

Friday, April 03, 2020

Join the new ZIG - The Floured Hands

Are you interested in learning how to bake bread? Are you an experienced baker willing to share tips, techniques and favorite recipes? Then ZIG - The Floured Hands is just for you.

Animal Cams from the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium and Monteray Bay Aquarium

Friday, April 03, 2020

Animal Cams from the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium and Monteray Bay Aquarium

Keep an eye on playful animals from home through these two zoos!

Get Fit - A Fun Latin Cardio Workout

Wednesday, April 01, 2020

Get Fit - A Fun Latin Cardio Workout

Connie Pollack invites Osher at CMU members to join her class for the remainder of the Winter 2020 session.

Carnegie Mellon Chamber Series - Tchaikovsky: Six Romances for Soprano and Piano, Op. 73

Wednesday, April 01, 2020

Carnegie Mellon Chamber Series - Tchaikovsky: Six Romances for Soprano and Piano, Op. 73

Enjoy this performance by Sari Gruber, soprano and Mark Carver, piano.

SCIENCE: Beyond Earth: 50 Years since Apollo 11

Friday, March 27, 2020

SCIENCE: Beyond Earth: 50 Years since Apollo 11

Dr. Scott Petty explains what we knew before and after the monumental moon landing on July 20, 1969

Osher at CMU Photo Slideshow

Friday, March 27, 2020

Osher at CMU Photo Slideshow

Please enjoy this slideshow of photos pulled together by Joseph Shirk.

Resources for Comfort and Aid during COVID-19

Friday, March 27, 2020

Resources for Comfort and Aid during COVID-19

During this time of social distancing, here are some resources to contact in case you need help!

Help a team of CMU Students!

Thursday, March 26, 2020

Help a team of CMU Students!

A team of students at CMU are working on a new product for seniors and they would love to hear from you.

SOCIAL SCIENCE: John F. Kennedy Presidential Library Archives

Wednesday, March 25, 2020

SOCIAL SCIENCE: John F. Kennedy Presidential Library Archives

Explore extensive archives from the Kennedy presidency!

Zoom Tips and Hints

Friday, March 20, 2020

Zoom Tips and Hints

As you prepare to participate in Osher at CMU courses online, please consider the tips, hints and advice in this guide.

ARTS & HUMANITIES: Google Arts & Culture

Friday, March 20, 2020

ARTS & HUMANITIES: Google Arts & Culture

Explore galleries, museums, and gardens from all over the world through Google Art & Culture

Pittsburgh Public Theater PlayTime: Readings of "Henry V" and " The Importance Of Being Earnest"

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Pittsburgh Public Theater PlayTime: Readings of "Henry V" and " The Importance Of Being Earnest"

PlayTime is a new online reading series that will bring great classic plays and the work of extraordinary Pittsburgh writers right to your living room, computer, or device.

Mar. 18, 2020 Update: It’s a “Brave New World”: Online Learning with Osher at CMU

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Mar. 18, 2020 Update: It’s a “Brave New World”: Online Learning with Osher at CMU

What we're doing to help the transition from land-based to distance-based learning.

Operas free for streaming through Metropolitan Opera

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

Operas free for streaming through Metropolitan Opera

Metropolitan Opera offers “Nightly Met Opera Streams,” a free series of encore Live in HD presentations streamed on metopera.org.

The Summer 2020 Catalog Is Now In The Mail!

Wednesday, March 18, 2020

The Summer 2020 Catalog Is Now In The Mail!

The Summer 2020 is in the mail! Plus, important information about the Summer 2020 term.

Mar. 13, 2020 Update: How Osher at CMU is taking action to manage the COVID-19 downtime

Friday, March 13, 2020

Mar. 13, 2020 Update: How Osher at CMU is taking action to manage the COVID-19 downtime

CMU Recommendations for the Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Volunteer Appreciation Brunch

Friday, March 06, 2020

Volunteer Appreciation Brunch

Osher volunteers, thank you for all you do!

Recent Course Changes

Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Recent Course Changes

Here are the course changes made this past week!

CANCELLED: America's Heroes: A trip to the Flight 93 National Memorial and Quecreek Mine

Friday, February 21, 2020

CANCELLED: America's Heroes: A trip to the Flight 93 National Memorial and Quecreek Mine

Join the Osher at CMU Travel SIG for a trip to the Flight 93 National Memorial and Quecreek Mine on Monday, April 27, 2020!

A new-and-improved Survey Monkey begins this term!

Thursday, February 13, 2020

A new-and-improved Survey Monkey begins this term!

We have updated our course survey to better assess our course offerings!

Class Cancelled? Now texting class cancellations!

Thursday, February 13, 2020

Class Cancelled? Now texting class cancellations!

In addition to email's and phone call's, expect a text from Osher if your course is cancelled day-of!

Help CMU Masters Students: Research on Retirement Experiences

Thursday, February 06, 2020

Help CMU Masters Students: Research on Retirement Experiences

See if you can help students with their Capstone Project on retirement experiences!

Fashionable Enemies: Glamour as Argument, 1770-1830

Thursday, February 06, 2020

Fashionable Enemies: Glamour as Argument, 1770-1830

The CAS Speakers Series presents Fashionable Enemies: Glamour as Argument, 1770-1830 on Tuesday, February 11⋅4:30 – 6:00pm in Steinberg Auditorium, Baker Hall A53.

Fast Fashion: An overview of the textile industry and its environmental, social and economic impacts

Friday, January 31, 2020

Fast Fashion: An overview of the textile industry and its environmental, social and economic impacts

A discussion of the environmental impacts of textiles on campus and in the community. Thursday, Feb 6, 2020 from 4:30-6:00PM in Margaret Morrison Carnegie Hall 103.

Judicial Humility and Judicial Humiliation: A View from the Trenches

Friday, January 31, 2020

Judicial Humility and Judicial Humiliation: A View from the Trenches

The Honorable Edmond E-Min Chang presents the "10th Annual Thomas M. Kerr, Jr. Lecture on Law & American Society" on Thuusday, Feb 6, 2020 from 5:00-6:00PM in Porter Hall 100.

We Have A Winner! The W20 Catalog Cover has been identified!

Friday, January 24, 2020

We Have A Winner! The W20 Catalog Cover has been identified!

An Osher Member was able to find the giraffe on the front cover and provide more details about its history!

Thank You for Participating in the Communications Survey

Friday, January 24, 2020

Thank You for Participating in the Communications Survey

Many thanks to all who participated in our recent survey regarding how we communicate with one another.

Osher 4.0 Capital Project: Help Us!!

Friday, January 17, 2020

Osher 4.0 Capital Project: Help Us!!

Do you have connections to any foundations or corporations? You may be able to help the Osher 4.0 Project!

New Course: Be A Design Client For A CMU Creative Electronics Course (IDeATe Robert Zacharias)

Friday, January 10, 2020

New Course: Be A Design Client For A CMU Creative Electronics Course (IDeATe Robert Zacharias)

Join this exciting new course by calling the office!

Winter 2020 courses begin January 6, 2020!

Friday, January 03, 2020

Winter 2020 courses begin January 6, 2020!

Courses start Monday, Jan 6, 2020! Before you head to classes, be sure to check the Google Calendar listed below!

Travel to Oakmont, PA!

Friday, January 03, 2020

Travel to Oakmont, PA!

Join us on a day trip to Oakmont, PA on Friday, February 28, 2020!

Osher 4.0 Update!

Thursday, December 19, 2019

Osher 4.0 Update!

See the latest update regarding our capital project - Osher 4.0!

Osher in the News: our Brownsville Trip!

Friday, December 13, 2019

Osher in the News: our Brownsville Trip!

An article about our recent trip to Brownsville on the Harold Standard website!

Monique Mead: Beethoven Against All Odds on Dec 16th, 2019!

Friday, December 06, 2019

Monique Mead: Beethoven Against All Odds on Dec 16th, 2019!

Join Monique Mead and the Edgewood Symphony Orchestra on Dec 16th, 2019 for a night of music!

2020 Census and YOU!

Thursday, December 05, 2019

2020 Census and YOU!

Be a part of the history and be a 2020 Census Worker!

Goodbye, Chris! And Welcome, Kate!

Friday, November 22, 2019

Goodbye, Chris! And Welcome, Kate!

Osher at CMU says goodbye to Chris Dashti, and hello to Kate Lehman!

2020 Membership Payment is Due!

Friday, November 08, 2019

2020 Membership Payment is Due!

To maintain your Osher membership at CMU, your dues must be paid on or before December 31, 2019!

Our Trip To Amish Country

Thursday, November 07, 2019

Our Trip To Amish Country

One trip-goers review of the Osher at CMU trip to Amish country on November 1, 2019!

Neuroweek: Celebrating Innovations in Brain Research@CMU

Friday, November 01, 2019

Neuroweek: Celebrating Innovations in Brain Research@CMU

Join the CMU Neuroscience Institute for Neuro Week 2019 from Nov. 4-8, 2019

Oscar Lopez Lecture on Tues, Oct 29, 2019

Tuesday, October 15, 2019

Oscar Lopez Lecture on Tues, Oct 29, 2019

"Cognitive Disorders In Aging" presented by Oscar Lopez on Tuesday, Oct 29 at 7pm in McConomy Auditorium. Course ID: 3241. All are welcome; reservations requested.

Fall 2019 Osher Acting Group

Friday, October 04, 2019

Fall 2019 Osher Acting Group

You are invited to an afternoon of comedy, drama, and refreshments at this FREE Osher Student Event!!! Two original plays by C.R. Thomas performed by Osher class, Wed., October 16, 1:30pm, Wilkins Community Center. No reservation required.

Our Trip To Brownsville

Friday, September 27, 2019

Our Trip To Brownsville

A review of Osher at CMU's trip to Brownsville on Sept. 17, 2019.

An Evening with Artists & Their Art Collection

Monday, September 23, 2019

An Evening with Artists & Their Art Collection

SIG - Patron of the Arts presents An Evening with Artists & Their Art Collection on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2019.

Host Family Program for International Students

Friday, September 13, 2019

Host Family Program for International Students

The CMU Office of International Education (OIE) is seeking Osher members to act as host families for International CMU Students. Minimum time requirement is one day per month. There are about 200 students who would like to engage with local families.

George Savarese Lecture on Thur, Oct 17, 2019

Thursday, September 05, 2019

George Savarese Lecture on Thur, Oct 17, 2019

"The Decline of US Global Power and the Rise of China" presented by George Savarese on Thursday, Oct 17 at 7pm in McConomy Auditorium. CourseID:3225. All are welcome-reservations requested.

Values and Expectations

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Values and Expectations

Introducing New Values and Expectations for Osher at CMU

Security Procedures at MI

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Security Procedures at MI

Mellon Institute has initiated new security procedures. Osher members must show their 2019 membership card to attend courses in the auditorium at Mellon Institute. Please read about how this affects you.

27th Annual Meeting

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

27th Annual Meeting

Please join us for the 27th Annual Meeting on Thurs., Sept. 27, CFA Kresge Auditorium at 5:30pm. View the Bylaw changes to be voted on at the meeting, Reception & Meeting Course ID: 3104. Concert Course ID: 3177.

Amish Country

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Amish Country

Explore the Simple Life: Amish Country in New Wilmington, Pa. Tour date is Friday, November 1, 2019. Reservations due by Friday, October 18.

PedPal Mobility Research

Wednesday, August 07, 2019

PedPal Mobility Research

The Intelligent Coordination and Logistics Lab is recruiting volunteers with mobility isues to field test PedPal, which helps them cross signalize intersections safely.

Lecture: The Good Neighbor

Friday, July 26, 2019

Lecture: The Good Neighbor

Maxwell King will be speaking about his book, "The Good Neighbor: The Life and Work of Fred Rogers" on Tuesday, September 17 at 7:00pm. Members may register online using course ID: 3110.

We Are Now

Wednesday, July 10, 2019

We Are Now

Celebrating Us - A Reflection on Osher Members by an Osher Member, Jim Greenberg

Classroom Relocations

Friday, June 28, 2019

Classroom Relocations

WARNING: All Hunt Library Osher conference room classes are moved to Wean Hall! - Starting Monday, May 6th, we will no longer be using the Hunt Library.

Prepare for Fall 2019 Online Registration

Friday, June 28, 2019

Prepare for Fall 2019 Online Registration

Fall registration is open. Catalogs were mailed June 25 and can take 2 weeks to arrive. Email the office if you don't know your username. Volunteer to be an Osher Ambassador, see Quick Links below.

Day Trip to Historic Brownsville

Friday, June 14, 2019

Day Trip to Historic Brownsville

Join Osher at CMU for a day trip to Historic Brownsville in Fayette County on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. Enjoy a deluxe motorcoach ride to 7 historic sites. Fee includes coffee and pastry at Nemacolin Castle, lunch, fees, and gratuities.

East Campus Garage Renovation

Thursday, June 06, 2019

East Campus Garage Renovation

East Campus Garage Renovation - 1st floor is handicapped parking only. Starting Friday, June 7, citations will be issued to vehicles on the 1st floor not displaying a state-issues handicap placard. Also, read about the CMU Shuttle Rider Alert.

Osher Office Moves to Wean Hall

Thursday, June 06, 2019

Osher Office Moves to Wean Hall

The Osher Office Relocates to Wean Hall the week of June 10, 2018.

Why the Non-Scents?

Friday, May 24, 2019

Why the Non-Scents?

The following article about the increasingly serious issue of allergy to scents was written by one of our Osher members who suffers from such an allergy.

LATTICE Study

Friday, May 17, 2019

LATTICE Study

RECUITING PARTICIPANTS: Lithium As a Treatment To prevent Impairment of Cognition in Elders (or LATTICE for short) is a newly funded study in which Dr. Ariel Gildengers and colleagues are trying to learn if lithium can slow down memory loss or help prevent Alzheimer’s disease in people with mild memory problems.

Lecture Canceled

Friday, May 17, 2019

Lecture Canceled

CANCELED - Lecture: Transgender Rights. Members may register for Course ID: 2995. Guests are welcome. Call the office to register. Thursday, May 23, 7pm, CUC McConomy Aud.

Meeting of the Minds: Wrapup & Report

Friday, May 17, 2019

Meeting of the Minds: Wrapup & Report

Osher awarded participants at Meeting of the Minds 2019

Owen Cantor Leads ChamberFest Trip

Friday, May 17, 2019

Owen Cantor Leads ChamberFest Trip

Owen Cantor is Volunteer of the Month for May. Owen is uniquely qualified to lead the trip to ChamberFest Cleveland 2019!

ChamberFest Cleveland 2019

Tuesday, May 07, 2019

ChamberFest Cleveland 2019

Travel with Owen Cantor to Cleveland for the ChamberFest. Registration is Closed!

New Chairs in Wean 4707

Friday, May 03, 2019

New Chairs in Wean 4707

Lean Back and Enjoy! New chairs in Wean 4707.

Lecture - Design: The Intersection of Architecture, Math, and Nature

Wednesday, May 01, 2019

Lecture - Design: The Intersection of Architecture, Math, and Nature

Sylvester Damianos will discuss the elements of architecture, math, and nature. We will learn how these elements are reflected in and/or influenced by: The Parthenon, Machu Pichu, The Forbidden City, The Golden Mean, The Fibonacci Progression, Neuroscience, Design for Disability, and Auberle. Wed., July 17, 7:00-9:00pm, McConomy Auditorium, CUC

Executive Committee 2019-2020

Friday, April 26, 2019

Executive Committee 2019-2020

The Executive Committee for 2019-2020: Jim Reitz, President; Allan Hribar, Vice-President; Jan Hawkins, Secretary; Marcia Taylor, Treasurer.

Drug Take Back

Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Drug Take Back

Learn how to safely dispose of unwanted pharmaceuticals. Visit DEATakeBack.com

Healthcare Crisis and Physician Burnout

Tuesday, April 23, 2019

Healthcare Crisis and Physician Burnout

The Healthcare Crisis and Physician Burnout presented by Dr. Bhupendra O. Khatri. Wednesday, June 26th 7:00 - 9:00 pm NEW Location: Connon Room, 1st floor CUC

The North Korean Nuclear Crisis: Avoiding Cliffs on the Backside of the Summit

Thursday, April 18, 2019

The North Korean Nuclear Crisis: Avoiding Cliffs on the Backside of the Summit

The Carnegie Mellon Institute for Politics and Strategy and the Center for International Relations and Politics invite you to the CIRP Policy Forum: The North Korean Nuclear Crisis: Avoiding Cliffs on the Backside of the Summit. Monday, April 22, 4:45pm.

Randy Weinberg Receives Gelfand Award

Monday, April 08, 2019

Randy Weinberg Receives Gelfand Award

Osher salutes our newest board member, Randy Weinberg, for receiving the Mark Gelfand Award for Educational Outreach.

Osher Welcomes 2019-2022 New Board Directors

Monday, April 08, 2019

Osher Welcomes 2019-2022 New Board Directors

Join Osher President Jim Reitz in welcoming 3 new Board members: Ann Isaac, Randy Weinberg and Mark Winer.

Volunteer Week

Friday, April 05, 2019

Volunteer Week

Osher Board President Jim Reitz acknowledges volunteers' contributions.

Beethoven and Monique: A Perfect Pair

Thursday, April 04, 2019

Beethoven and Monique: A Perfect Pair

An Osher member reflects on Beethoven’s Violin Concerto played by Monique Mead.

PICT Classical Theatre

Thursday, April 04, 2019

PICT Classical Theatre

"The Heiress" is showing at PICT Classic Theatre. Special pricing for Osher members.

Osher's New Space

Friday, March 29, 2019

Osher's New Space

The University has granted new space to Osher.

Student Study on Empathy

Friday, March 29, 2019

Student Study on Empathy

Students at CMU School of Design are recruiting volunteers to interview.

Summer 2019 Registration is Open

Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Summer 2019 Registration is Open

Summer registration is NOW open. If you do not know your username, request it by email.

PPT Discount for Osher Members

Friday, March 08, 2019

PPT Discount for Osher Members

Pittsburgh Public Theater graciously offers discount to Osher at CMU members. WARNING: For online orders ONLY. The discount is not available by phone. Get the details!

Patron of the Arts Event

Wednesday, March 06, 2019

Patron of the Arts Event

Menage a Trois - Friday, April 5, 6:30pm

City of Asylum Lecture-Can We Trust AI?

Tuesday, March 05, 2019

City of Asylum Lecture-Can We Trust AI?

Join us for a lively cross-disciplinary conversation that asks the question “can we trust our AI?” This panel discussion is presented in partnership with CMU’s Ethics & AI public programming initiative. Monday, April 1, 7:00pm-8:30pm

Apollo: 1 step, 50 years-Moon retrospective

Tuesday, March 05, 2019

Apollo: 1 step, 50 years-Moon retrospective

CMU's own Jay Apt will be joining the 1st woman to walk in space and other interstellar experts for "1 step, 50 years: An Apollo moon retrospective" at the Pitt University Club, Tuesday, March 26, 7:30pm. Registration is closed.

Don't Miss Out on the International

Tuesday, March 05, 2019

Don't Miss Out on the International

Carnegie International is now on March 13, 14, or 15. Registration is open until Monday, March 11 at 10:00am

Energy Week 2019

Friday, March 01, 2019

Energy Week 2019

CMU Energy Week 2019 Explores What’s Next in Energy Innovation, March 25-28. Read about the event and register.

Design School Survey

Friday, March 01, 2019

Design School Survey

Masters students from the CMU School of Design are researching the mental models that people have around community, aging, and intergenerational connection. Please consider taking a short online survey.

CMU International Film Festival 4-Day Course

Wednesday, February 27, 2019

CMU International Film Festival 4-Day Course

The CMU International Film Festival's Weekend Film Course is being offered March 21-24, 2019.

Quest for Space on Campus

Monday, February 25, 2019

Quest for Space on Campus

Read about Osher's quest for space.

Planning Goals For The Next Three Years

Wednesday, February 20, 2019

Planning Goals For The Next Three Years

Read the report describing Osher at CMU's strategic plan goals.

Community Talk

Tuesday, February 19, 2019

Community Talk

Community Talk: "Pattern Formation in Melting Arctic Sea Ice" presented by Ken Golden. A mathematician talks about his polar expeditions. Saturday, March 9

2019 Meeting of the Minds

Friday, February 08, 2019

2019 Meeting of the Minds

We are looking for individuals who would be an integral part of a team of Osher Members responsible for awarding the Osher Award at the CMU "Meeting of the Minds Student Competition" on Wednesday, May 8th, 2019. Expired.

PICT Classical Theatre

Friday, February 08, 2019

PICT Classical Theatre

World premier for "Run the Rabbit Path" through PICT Classic Theatre. Written by Osher member Ray Werner. Special pricing for Osher members.

McGowan Institute Forum

Friday, February 08, 2019

McGowan Institute Forum

Panel Discussion sponsored by the McGowan Institue for Regenerative Medicine: Stem Cell Therapies: Hope vs. Hype. Tuesday, March 12, 4:00pm-6:00pm

Sleep Study Participants Needed

Friday, February 01, 2019

Sleep Study Participants Needed

Sleep Study - A group of CMU grad students are researching sleep habits of older adults in order to improve sleep quality. Contact Julian to participate. Discontinued 2-15-2018

Roboburgh: A Conversation with Pittsburgh Technology Leaders

Friday, January 25, 2019

Roboburgh: A Conversation with Pittsburgh Technology Leaders

Lecture - Join us for a panel discussion with five hi-tech leaders. Members may register for Course ID: 2925. Guests are welcome. Call the office to register. Monday, March 18, 7pm, CUC McConomy Aud.

Preventing the Flu

Friday, January 11, 2019

Preventing the Flu

Have you observed a classmate freely coughing or sneezing and wondered what what you could do about it? See what the CDC recommends.

Update to 2778:Intro to Physical Computing

Wednesday, January 09, 2019

Update to 2778:Intro to Physical Computing

Update to Fall 18 Course - Intro to Physical Computing: Design Partners. Six Osher members worked with CMU students in teams to design & develop useful interactive devices in the IDeATe Lab in Hunt.

January Volunteer - John Olmsted

Tuesday, January 08, 2019

January Volunteer - John Olmsted

John Olmsted from Bridge to gardening and the environment and more.

CMU Choral Class Celebrates 15th Year!

Thursday, December 20, 2018

CMU Choral Class Celebrates 15th Year!

The CMU Choral Class celebrated its 15th year by singing at Canterbury Place to a very receptive audience.

Focus Group Needed for Code of Conduct

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Focus Group Needed for Code of Conduct

HELP - We need a few more members to give their opinions. Please note this is a member ONLY opportunity.

Thank you for registering online!

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Thank you for registering online!

What goes on behind the scenes at registration time?

Winter Luncheon at The Twentieth Century Club

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Winter Luncheon at The Twentieth Century Club

PARKING NOTE: if the Lease Only sign is on Soldiers & Sailors Garage, tell the attendant you are going to the Twentieth Century Club. 2019 Winter Luncheon at the Twentieth Century Club on Tues., Feb 19, 11:30am

Volunteer Ice Cream Social

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Volunteer Ice Cream Social

Thank you to all of the Osher volunteers!

Follow-Up to Our 3 Rivers Course

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Follow-Up to Our 3 Rivers Course

The "Our 3 Rivers" class visits Congressman Conner Lamb.

Update to An Introduction to Sikhism course

Thursday, December 06, 2018

Update to An Introduction to Sikhism course

Report on "An Introduction to Sikhism" course that ran in the Fall 2018 term.

Take The Anxiety Out Of Registration

Friday, November 30, 2018

Take The Anxiety Out Of Registration

Member Jim Greenberg shares with us about his time volunteering with Osher at CMU.

Cross Culture Happiness

Thursday, November 29, 2018

Cross Culture Happiness

CMU student, Claire Krueger, would like to interview Osher members for a video comparing older Chinese and Americans. The short documentary is a class project.

Learn How to Register Online

Friday, November 16, 2018

Learn How to Register Online

Prepare now for fall registration. If you want to learn how to register online, join us for Course ID:2816 on Wed., Nov. 21 at 10:00am-11:30am in Hunt. Call the office to register.

Natalie Schifano Presents...

Wednesday, November 14, 2018

Natalie Schifano Presents...

Natalie Schifano, Ed.D., presents "Women's Work: Not Just in the Kitchen," Wednesday, December 12, 7:00pm-8:30pm in McConomy Auditorium, CUC.

Heinz History Center Collection

Friday, November 09, 2018

Heinz History Center Collection

Heinz History Center is announcing a collecting initiative to document the events and world wide response to the tragedy at Tree of Life Synagogue.

Condolence Letter from Osher Foundation

Friday, November 09, 2018

Condolence Letter from Osher Foundation

The Osher Foundation expresses their condolences in a letter to CMU and Pitt Osher's.

Preparing for Winter 2019 Term

Friday, November 02, 2018

Preparing for Winter 2019 Term

View the Winter 2019 catalog. Registration will open the week of December 2nd. Watch your EMAIL for the announcement! Contact the office if you do not know your username. NOTE: Winter registration is NOT open now.

Purchase 2019 Membership

Friday, November 02, 2018

Purchase 2019 Membership

Members are encouraged to sign into their account and purchase membership for 2019. You will receive a receipt by email. Membership must be renewed before registering for winter term.

Mona Golabek in Concert

Thursday, November 01, 2018

Mona Golabek in Concert

Renowed Pianist and Storyteller, Mona Golabek, performs "The Children of Willesden Lane" Thurs, Nov 15, 7:30pm-9:00pm, CFA-Kresge Theatre

Special CMU Lecture: "Gerrymandering and the Constitution"

Thursday, November 01, 2018

Special CMU Lecture: "Gerrymandering and the Constitution"

CMU Lecture: "Gerrymandering and the Constitution", Monday, Nov 5, 4:30pm-6:00pm, Porter Hall 100

Volunteer of the Month - Jan Hawkins

Thursday, November 01, 2018

Volunteer of the Month - Jan Hawkins

Meet Jan Hawkins: Board member, parent of CMU alumnum, and world traveler.

CMU Community Offers Support

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

CMU Community Offers Support

Counseling available for Osher members.

Women, Mystery, & Monsters

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Women, Mystery, & Monsters

Join CMU for a night of Women, Mystery, & Monsters! International Film: Good Manners (Brazil/France/Germany) Friday, Nov 2 at CUC-McConomy Auditorium. Reception: 6:30pm, Film: 7:00pm Ticket price with Osher ID $10, Seniors $5.

Facebook Study

Thursday, October 25, 2018

Facebook Study

Help Facebook understand the concerns of older users! Subjects are needed for research related to Facebook. Respond to an online questionnaire and Osher at CMU receives a donation. Questionnaire is available until Monday, Nov 5 at midnight.

Patron of the Arts at the Duquesne Club

Friday, October 12, 2018

Patron of the Arts at the Duquesne Club

SIG-Patron of the Arts explores the Duquesne Club.

Braddock Road Update

Thursday, October 11, 2018

Braddock Road Update

Roland Vendeland took his class (The Road Not Taken: Part1-The Braddock Road) on the road to experience Braddock. Read an update from a participant in the class.

Tepper Grand Opening Update

Friday, October 05, 2018

Tepper Grand Opening Update

Jim Reitz, Osher Board President, reports on the Tepper Quad Grand Opening, CMU insights, and the "intersect" of Osher with CMU.

Host Family Program for International Students

Friday, October 05, 2018

Host Family Program for International Students

UPDATE: Please consider hosting a CMU international student for one day a month, minimally. A record number of international students applied to the Host Program and many more hosts are needed. BONUS: read about the importance of the Host Program to CMU with a shout-out to Osher.

Can Osher Change Your Life?

Friday, October 05, 2018

Can Osher Change Your Life?

How an in-class project led to a life-changing event for one longtime Osher member.

Volunteer of the Month: James Gorton

Monday, October 01, 2018

Volunteer of the Month: James Gorton

James Gorton is Volunteer of the Month for October. Read about his inspiration, career, family, and Osher courses.

Special new fall course with IDeATe

Tuesday, September 11, 2018

Special new fall course with IDeATe

Intro to Physical Computing: Design Partners with IDeATe. Work with CMU/IDeATe students to custom design and build an interactive technology item for you to keep. Course ID:2778

Mister Rogers: The Musician

Thursday, September 06, 2018

Mister Rogers: The Musician

Osher Lecture: Jim Cunningham presents Mister Rogers, The Musician. Wednesday, Sept 26, 7:00pm-8:30pm at McConomy Aud, CUC. Contact the office to register. Members may register online for ID:2667.

Join the Conversation

Wednesday, September 05, 2018

Join the Conversation

Osher members are invited to discuss Big Questions with CMU students.

Law and American Society Lecture

Tuesday, September 04, 2018

Law and American Society Lecture

Divided Democracy in the Age of Social Media presented by Cass Sunstein of Harvard Law School.

Volunteer of the Month Lee Fogarty

Friday, August 31, 2018

Volunteer of the Month Lee Fogarty

Get to know Osher Board Secretary and Volunteer of the Month - Lee Fogarty

26th Annual Meeting & Picnic Update

Thursday, August 30, 2018

26th Annual Meeting & Picnic Update

Update and reflections on the Picnic & Annual Meeting from Osher Board President, Jim Reitz.

CMU Writing Workshop

Monday, August 27, 2018

CMU Writing Workshop

CMU announces Author Event with Lara Elena Donnelly, Saturday, September 8

Update on Osher's Space Quest

Thursday, August 16, 2018

Update on Osher's Space Quest

Update on Osher's Space Quest by John Olmsted, Coordinator of Osher 4.0 Space Quest

A Memorial Art Exhibit About Race

Wednesday, August 15, 2018

A Memorial Art Exhibit About Race

Osher Member, Michael Berger is sponsoring a trip to Spaces Gallery in Cleveland on September 1. Contact Michael for information. This trip is through the generosity of Michael Berger. THIS IS NOT AN OSHER SPONSORED EVENT - PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE OFFICE.

The Road Not Taken: Part 1 - The Braddock Road

Tuesday, August 14, 2018

The Road Not Taken: Part 1 - The Braddock Road

Experience the Braddock Expedition with Roland Vendeland, historian and professional storyteller.

Members Picnic and 26th Annual Meeting NEW LOCATION

Tuesday, August 14, 2018

Members Picnic and 26th Annual Meeting NEW LOCATION

Due to weather concerns, the Picnic & Annual Meeting is in Rangos 3, on 2nd floor of Cohon University Center. Monday, Aug 27 at 5:30pm-7:30pm. EVENT IS SOLD OUT (No drop-ins permitted)

Volunteer of the Month - C. R. Thomas

Wednesday, August 01, 2018

Volunteer of the Month - C. R. Thomas

Volunteer of the Month: A Behind-the-Scene Look at Osher Study Leader C. R. (Chuck) Thomas

Chamberfest Cleveland Update

Friday, June 29, 2018

Chamberfest Cleveland Update

Check out this review of the awesome sights - and more importantly sounds - from the recent Osher trip to ChamberFest Cleveland.

Volunteer of the Month - Joe and Rosemarie Shirk

Thursday, June 28, 2018

Volunteer of the Month - Joe and Rosemarie Shirk

A couple of extraordinary volunteers - meet the Shirks!

Wean Hall Entrance Closure

Thursday, June 14, 2018

Wean Hall Entrance Closure

The front entrance of Wean Hall is closed for renovations over the summer. Signs have been posted by the University to two alternative entrances. The Scott Hall detour has no steps.

25.5 Annual Meeting Review

Thursday, June 14, 2018

25.5 Annual Meeting Review

The Osher Annual Meeting held on May 17, 2018 was a success!

Are you having problems parking at CMU?

Thursday, June 14, 2018

Are you having problems parking at CMU?

Parking on the CMU campus is very limited. Here are something things to know.

Volunteer of the Month - Ann Augustine

Tuesday, June 05, 2018

Volunteer of the Month - Ann Augustine

Meet Ann Augustine - enthusiastic member, voluteer, and learner.

Transcending Tradition . . . One Artist's Journey from Art to Awareness

Tuesday, June 05, 2018

Transcending Tradition . . . One Artist's Journey from Art to Awareness

1-Day Course - Thursday, June 28. Summer registration required. Course ID: 1976

The Opioid Epidemic

Tuesday, June 05, 2018

The Opioid Epidemic

1-Day Course - Tues, June 26. Summer 2018 registration is required. Course ID: 2348

Our 3 Rivers: Key to Economic Health & Quality of Life

Thursday, May 31, 2018

Our 3 Rivers: Key to Economic Health & Quality of Life

Course is FULL-no more registrations accepted. Our 3 Rivers - Meet at six Lock & Dam locations.

Summer 2018 Osher Acting Group

Thursday, May 24, 2018

Summer 2018 Osher Acting Group

You are invited to an evening of comedy, drama, and refreshemnts. Two original plays by C.R.Thomas performed by Osher class. Wed., June 13, 7:00pm, Friends Meeting House. No reservation required.

Audiovisual Problems

Friday, May 18, 2018

Audiovisual Problems

Why Doesn’t the AV Equipment Always Work?

NEW 2018-2019 Board & Directors

Friday, May 18, 2018

NEW 2018-2019 Board & Directors

Annual Meeting 25.5, Thursday, May 17, 2018 - Election Results

Volunteer of the Month-Jane MacLeod

Thursday, May 17, 2018

Volunteer of the Month-Jane MacLeod

Longtime member and world traveler, Jane MacLeod is Volunteer of the Month for May.

LATTICE Study

Thursday, May 17, 2018

LATTICE Study

RECUITING PARTICIPANTS: Lithium As a Treatment To prevent Impairment of Cognition in Elders (or LATTICE for short) is a newly funded study in which Dr. Ariel Gildengers and colleagues are trying to learn if lithium can slow down memory loss or help prevent Alzheimer’s disease in people with mild memory problems.

Better Choices, Better Health Workshop

Monday, May 07, 2018

Better Choices, Better Health Workshop

Any adult who has a chronic health condition, or cares for someone who does, can participate. Learn strategies to manage symptoms and have an improved quality of life. Course ID: 2482

ChamberFest Cleveland

Monday, May 07, 2018

ChamberFest Cleveland

Deadline EXTENDED to Friday, June 1. Please call the office to register.

Drop My Course Button

Friday, May 04, 2018

Drop My Course Button

Need to drop a course? Complete this form online. Click on "Drop My Course" button below in Quick Links.

Board Slate and Proposed Bylaws

Friday, April 27, 2018

Board Slate and Proposed Bylaws

View the slate for the 2018 Board of Directors and the proposed bylaws.

Volunteer of the Week Rosalie Barsotti

Thursday, April 26, 2018

Volunteer of the Week Rosalie Barsotti

Rosalie believes that volunteers are the lifeblood of Osher and serves in many roles.

Volunteer of the Week Marilyn Meltzer

Friday, April 06, 2018

Volunteer of the Week Marilyn Meltzer

Read about artist Marilyn Meltzer. She conducts Osher course, Current Literature.

From Enigma to AI

Friday, April 06, 2018

From Enigma to AI

Osher members are invited to an event featuring Pamela McCorduck who donated two Enigma machines among other items.

Road Scholar Travel Opportunities

Friday, April 06, 2018

Road Scholar Travel Opportunities

Osher at CMU would like to offer our members an opportunity to travel through Road Scholar! Let us know what you think.

Volunteer of the Week Jay Farrell

Wednesday, March 28, 2018

Volunteer of the Week Jay Farrell

Meet Jay Farrell - chef, writer, classical music fan - volunteers behind the scenes for Osher.

Annual Meeting 2018

Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Annual Meeting 2018

Annual Meeting, Thursday, May 17, 2018, 3:30pm-5:00pm, College of Fine Arts, Kresge Theatre

Osher Acting Group

Monday, March 26, 2018

Osher Acting Group

You are invited to an evening of comedy, drama, and refreshemnts. Six original plays by C.R.Thomas performed by Osher class. Wed., April 11, 7:00pm, Friends Meeting House.

Volunteer of the Week - Mary Schinhofen

Thursday, March 15, 2018

Volunteer of the Week - Mary Schinhofen

Mary Schinhofen leads may courses in literature for Osher.

Blackness, Citizenship, and the Arts

Monday, March 12, 2018

Blackness, Citizenship, and the Arts

What is it to be Black in France? Black and French? The documentary is a mosaic of seven narratives that raise the veil on the challenges of French diversity and the construction of afrodiasporic identities.

CMU International Film Festival

Friday, March 09, 2018

CMU International Film Festival

CMU International Film Festival happens March 22-April 8. See the festival website for info and purchase tickets.

Catalog Delivery Management

Wednesday, March 07, 2018

Catalog Delivery Management

Members may manage their catalog delivery by filling out a form. Catalogs are mailed via bulk delivery and not forwarded by the USPS.

Volunteer of the Week - David Zimmer

Thursday, March 01, 2018

Volunteer of the Week - David Zimmer

Read about David Zimmer - making an impact at Osher since 2014.

OLLI at UNL Italy Tour 2018

Thursday, March 01, 2018

OLLI at UNL Italy Tour 2018

OLLI at University of Nebraska-Lincoln is sponsoring a trip to Italy and has opened it to other Oshers. Read the article which contains a link to their brochure.

Volunteer Opportunities

Tuesday, February 27, 2018

Volunteer Opportunities

Osher at CMU needs writers and photographers in an on-going basis. Contact the office to sign up.

Volunteer of the Week Ben Tisherman

Friday, February 23, 2018

Volunteer of the Week Ben Tisherman

Osher Study Leader, Ben Tisherman, teaches "Beyond the Notes: Music in the 20th Century"

CMU Energy Week 2018

Friday, February 16, 2018

CMU Energy Week 2018

CMU invites the Osher community to join in CMU Energy Week 2018, April 4-6

Volunteer of the Week Barbara Burstin

Friday, February 16, 2018

Volunteer of the Week Barbara Burstin

Meet our volunteer of the week, Barbara Burstin.

Volunteer of the Week Edd Hale

Friday, February 09, 2018

Volunteer of the Week Edd Hale

Learn about our volunteer of the week, Edd Hale.

Special Performance

Thursday, February 08, 2018

Special Performance

"Gradations of Sound" is a woodwind quintet comprised of graduate students from CMU. They will have a special performance Wed., Feb 28, 6:45pm-7:45pm in CFA. No registration required.

If you are a sick, please stay home!

Friday, February 02, 2018

If you are a sick, please stay home!

Please do not go to class if you are unwell.

SIG: Mahjong

Friday, February 02, 2018

SIG: Mahjong

New Special Interest Group: Mahjong Headed by Osher Mahjong Study Leader, Sherri Davis. Register for Class ID: 2461

Shuman Juvenile Detention Center Billboard Project

Friday, February 02, 2018

Shuman Juvenile Detention Center Billboard Project

Volunteer of the Week Kalpana Biswas

Friday, February 02, 2018

Volunteer of the Week Kalpana Biswas

Learn about our volunteer of the week, Kalpana Biswas.

Volunteer of the Week Al Kosmal

Friday, January 26, 2018

Volunteer of the Week Al Kosmal

Al Kosmal has taught a variety of always-filled cooking classes at Osher for over a decade.

Volunteer to be an Osher Ambassador!

Friday, January 19, 2018

Volunteer to be an Osher Ambassador!

Volunteer of the Week Maureen Gemeinhart

Friday, January 19, 2018

Volunteer of the Week Maureen Gemeinhart

A newfound love of performance informs most of Maureen Gemeinhart’s Osher activities.

Volunteer of the Week - Art Goldberg

Friday, January 12, 2018

Volunteer of the Week - Art Goldberg

Our volunteer of the week is Osher Study Leader Art Goldberg.

Hunt Institute - New Exhibit Announcement

Tuesday, January 09, 2018

Hunt Institute - New Exhibit Announcement

Dr. Charles Dorat and His Unrealized Central American Medicinal Flora. 2April to 29 June 2018

Intel ISEF Pittsburgh Seeking Judges

Friday, January 05, 2018

Intel ISEF Pittsburgh Seeking Judges

Members of Osher at CMU are invited to judge at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).

Volunteer of the Week: Paula Mathieson

Friday, January 05, 2018

Volunteer of the Week: Paula Mathieson

Winter Luncheon 2018

Friday, December 22, 2017

Winter Luncheon 2018

Members Winter Luncheon Wednesday, February 21, 2018 Cost: Members $25, Guests $30 CourseID:2347 Reservations are due by Mon., Feb 19 at noon

New Copy Policy

Thursday, December 21, 2017

New Copy Policy

NEW policy for printing copies of handouts by the Osher office.

Osher Staff Changes

Friday, December 08, 2017

Osher Staff Changes

Wish Wyatt goodbye and say hello to Olivia. Read about our recent staff changes.

Sleep In Retirement Study

Friday, December 01, 2017

Sleep In Retirement Study

Be part of the Sleep In Retirement Study and get $450 for your participation.

Volunteer of the Week: Helen Wilson

Friday, December 01, 2017

Volunteer of the Week: Helen Wilson

Learn about our volunteer of the week, Helen Wilson.

Issue with Verizon and AOL Email Addresses

Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Issue with Verizon and AOL Email Addresses

CMU has informed us of an issue with Verizon/AOL email users not receiving official our emails.

Safety Alert: Telephone Scams

Wednesday, November 29, 2017

Safety Alert: Telephone Scams

CMU Police Chief Tom Ogden has an important warning about recent telephone scams affecting Pittsburgh residents.

Volunteer of the Week: Chris Forbes

Friday, November 17, 2017

Volunteer of the Week: Chris Forbes

Our volunteer of the week is Chris Forbes, and Osher at CMU Study Leader since 2009.

CMU Campus Tours Now Open to Members & Prospects

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

CMU Campus Tours Now Open to Members & Prospects

Tours of the CMU campus are now open to Osher members and prospects.

Volunteer of the Week: Peter Isaac

Thursday, November 09, 2017

Volunteer of the Week: Peter Isaac

Learn about our volunteer of the week, Peter Isaac.

Volunteer of the Week: Ann Isaac

Friday, November 03, 2017

Volunteer of the Week: Ann Isaac

Ann Isaac team teaches the popular Osher course "Henry Clay Frick and Andrew Carnegie: a Tale of Two Titans".

Second Session Classes Begin on Monday

Thursday, October 26, 2017

Second Session Classes Begin on Monday

Osher's Fall 2017 second session classes begin on Monday. Check your schedules!

Volunteer of the Week

Thursday, October 26, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Learn about our volunteer of the week, Judith Robinson, who has been teaching poetry for Osher since 2001.

Term Begins...

Sunday, October 22, 2017

Term Begins...

The Summer 2018 term begins on Monday, May 7. Check you schedule online.

Osher's Registration Website Will Be Down This Weekend

Monday, October 16, 2017

Osher's Registration Website Will Be Down This Weekend

Osher's registration website will be offline for scheduled maintenance this weekend.

Volunteer of the Week

Friday, October 13, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Learn about our frequent volunteer of the week, Gail Brennan.

Celebrating our Volunteers

Thursday, October 12, 2017

Celebrating our Volunteers

We're hosting a ice cream social for our volunteers! If you received an invitation, please call the office to register.

CMU Community Food Drive

Thursday, October 12, 2017

CMU Community Food Drive

Monday is the LAST day to donate! Please make checks payable to “Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.”

Limited Parking Around CMU Sept 24-27

Thursday, October 12, 2017

Limited Parking Around CMU Sept 24-27

There will be limited parking on and around campus Mon., Sept 24 to Thurs, Sept 27 due to Technical Fair. The East Campus Garage is closed on these dates.

Osher at CMU is Celebrating 25 Years!

Friday, October 06, 2017

Osher at CMU is Celebrating 25 Years!

We're celebrating 25 years on Carnegie Mellon's campus. Donate now!

Volunteer of the Week

Friday, October 06, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Learn about our volunteer of the week, Jim Reitz.

Please Refrain from Eating in Wean Hallways

Thursday, September 28, 2017

Please Refrain from Eating in Wean Hallways

Please refrain from eating at the benches in front of Wean 4707 and 4708.

Consider the Air

Tuesday, September 26, 2017

Consider the Air

Consider your fellow classmates and please refrain from using perfume or cologne.

Osher Ambassadors Needed

Thursday, September 21, 2017

Osher Ambassadors Needed

We need your help! To volunteer, click the "Volunteer to be Osher Ambassador" button in Quicklinks below. We're recruiting for 2nd session now.

Volunteer of the Week

Thursday, September 21, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Learn about our volunteer of the week, Karen Fung Yee, an Osher at CMU Study Leader since 2007.

Volunteer of the Week

Friday, September 15, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Learn about our volunteer of the week, Alberto Guzman.

2018 Membership Renewals Due October 11th

Thursday, September 07, 2017

2018 Membership Renewals Due October 11th

The deadline is October 11, 2017 to renew your membership for 2018.

Picnic Highlights

Friday, September 01, 2017

Picnic Highlights

The back-to-school picnic was a hit! Check out some pictures from the evening.

Volunteer of the Week

Friday, September 01, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Learn about our volunteer of the week, Circe Curley.

Volunteer of the Week

Friday, August 25, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Jeffrey Swoger began his Osher at CMU experience as a front office volunteer, has gone on to lead classes, and now serves on Osher’s Board of Directors and Curriculum Committee.

Volunteer of the Week

Thursday, August 17, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Loretta has taught yoga for Osher at CMU since 2011. She originally signed on for one year, but “I loved it so much, I never stopped doing it. And I plan to keep on doing it.”

Updated Open Course List

Friday, August 11, 2017

Updated Open Course List

Add a class! Check out the updated Winter/Spring 2018 Open Course List.

Volunteer of the Week

Thursday, August 10, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Our volunteer of the week, Elsa Limbach, has been leading the popular “Move it or Lose it” class at Osher for the past eight years.

Watch our How-to Register Video

Thursday, August 10, 2017

Watch our How-to Register Video

Need help registering online? Check out our how-to register video.

Become a Host Family for International CMU Students

Thursday, August 10, 2017

Become a Host Family for International CMU Students

The program is part of a university-wide goal to enhance the CMU student experience.

Our Front Office Computer

Friday, August 04, 2017

Our Front Office Computer

Register for courses, check your class schedule, or just stop by to view the Weekly Essentials on our front desk computer.

Volunteer of the Week

Friday, August 04, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

You may already have met Osher Volunteer of the Week Janet Hunt in one of her two CMU Osher jobs, Front Desk Attendant or Osher Ambassador.

Volunteer of the Week

Friday, July 28, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Our featured volunteer, scientist and artist Charles Glassmire, continues to share his considerable expertise in all facets of the digital arts, photography . . .

Notice to Verizon Email Users

Monday, July 24, 2017

Notice to Verizon Email Users

Due to widespread issues with Verizon email accounts, we're asking you to obtain a new email address from a different provider if you have not been receiving email from us.

Volunteer of the Week

Thursday, July 20, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Connie Rapp literally almost tripped into one of her life’s passions that led to work as a study leader, teaching at Osher since 2003.

CMU Healthy Aging Study

Monday, July 17, 2017

CMU Healthy Aging Study

CMU Healthy Aging is offering stress reduction classes to older adults between the ages of 65 and 93 in the Pittsburgh area.

Upgraded Audio in Wean Hall Classrooms

Friday, July 14, 2017

Upgraded Audio in Wean Hall Classrooms

We recently upgraded the audio equipment in the Wean Hall classrooms.

Volunteer of the Week

Friday, July 14, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Gerst Gibbon has dedicated himself to work as a study leader, teaching a number of courses at Osher since 2005.

Meet our New Website

Friday, July 14, 2017

Meet our New Website

Osher at CMU has a brand new website - with new features and a fresh look.

CMU Community on Fast Track to Lifelong Learning

Thursday, July 13, 2017

CMU Community on Fast Track to Lifelong Learning

Faculty, staff, alumni and their spouses can now bypass our two-year, 1,000-name waiting list.

Our Gift to Carnegie Mellon University

Monday, July 10, 2017

Our Gift to Carnegie Mellon University

In honor of our 25th anniversary, Osher at CMU has gifted 25 Adirondack chairs to the University.

Carnegie Mellon University Honors the Osher Institute’s 25th Anniversary

Sunday, July 09, 2017

Carnegie Mellon University Honors the Osher Institute’s 25th Anniversary

Bernard Osher received a Doctor of Humane Letters degree from the University.

Volunteer of the Week

Thursday, July 06, 2017

Volunteer of the Week

Ron Freeman has been teaching his course Death Investigations at Osher at CMU since 2002.

An Osher Course Highlight

Friday, June 30, 2017

An Osher Course Highlight

Recent CMU graduate Xander Darsow teaches the popular Osher course Home Repairs 101.

*FREE EVENT* NRC's Osher Online presents "Responding to National Emergencies: A behind the scenes look at preparing for major disasters." with Joshua Jimerfield

Osher at CMU Joke of the Week!

Register for CMU Energy Week 2025: March 25-27!

Change Your Password Now!

*APPLICATIONS DUE FEB. 1, 2025* Apply now to be on the Osher at CMU Board of Directors for 2025-2028!

Joy In Learning...And In Leading!

Next Brown Bag event on February 21st: SIG Brown Bag and a Movie! Plus, the Spring 2025 schedule is here!

Announcing the Spring 2025 NRC Osher Online Courses!

Check out our new Zoom course offerings with OLLI at American University under Courses & SIGs!

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents an Afghan Dinner and a Reading: "Outspoken" with human rights activist Sima Samar

OLLI at FIU presents: "The King was a Mensch: Exploring Elvis Presley's Jewish Roots" with renowned travel writer Dan Fellner

A Message from CMU President, Farnam Jahanian: Happy Holidays from CMU!

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We're Bringing Back the Osher at CMU Waiting List!

*Last one of the year!* Next Brown Bag event on December 20th: SIG Brown Bag and a Movie!

DID YOU KNOW? You can make a donation in honor or in memory of your favorite Study Leader?

The Curriculum Committee is looking for THREE new members!

Osher at CMU Snow Days and Winter Weather Policy

Spotlight on Courses and Open Courses List!

Osher at CMU Endowment Fund Update

The CMU Philharmonic has their end of semester concert coming up on December 5th! Get your free tickets today!

Volunteers Needed for a CMU Student Project: Digital Literacy Interest Survey

Thank you to all who helped Team Osher raise OVER $500 for the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank!

Spring 2025 Registration is NOW OPEN for 2025 Members!

Volunteers Needed for a CMU Student Project: "Sip and Share"!

Announcing the Winter 2025 NRC Osher Online Courses!

DID YOU KNOW? Osher has a Hearing Assistance System in the Cyert Hall Classrooms!

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents an Egyptian Dinner and a Reading: "Echoes of the Soul: Reflections on Love, Faith, Alienation, and Exile"

The Spring 2025 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "Civic Engagement When A Democracy Is At Risk" by Prabha Sankaranarayan

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU members can get FREE tickets for CMU School of Music performances!

Osher at CMU Endowment — Fund For the Future

The CMU Scott Institute presents a Distinguished Lecture by Christina Cassotis

The Osher Chili Cook-Off has been cancelled.

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU has discounted season tickets for the CMU School of Drama performances!

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversation initiative presents, "Immigration at the Ballot Box: Key Issue for 2024"

Join the new SIG - Walking Special Interest Group now starting Monday, September 30th!

You're Invited: Osher at CMU 32nd Annual Meeting. Click here for the Annual Report!

We need THREE volunteers to help us during the CMU Benefits & Fitness Fair on October 30th from 10am-2pm!

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversation initiative presents: Bridging the Divide: Understanding and Addressing Political Polarization in America

*FREE EVENT NEXT WEEK!* NRC's Osher Online presents "Finding Beauty at Home and Abroad: The Osher Collection of American Art” with LaUren Palmor, PhD

Next Brown Bag event on September 20th: SIG Brown Bag and a Movie - Female Directors!

CMU Move-In & Orientation is Aug 17th-25th!

Would you be willing to start a Special Interest Group (SIG)?

The Osher at CMU Member Directory is Growing - Sign Up Today

The Membership/Social Committee Presents an Event: Pittsburgh Glass Center Tour and Glassblowing Demonstration

Parking Changes: What to expect when you come to campus!

DID YOU KNOW? There are several dining locations on CMU's campus to discover!

Announcing the Fall 2024 NRC Osher Online Courses!

The Fall 2024 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online! Registration is NOT open.

*FREE EVENT!* NRC's Osher Online presents "Pathway to the Olympics" with Dr. Josh White and Sean Ryan

Please Welcome our newest Osher at CMU Board Members: Dan Boyarski, Allan Hribar, Peter Oleinick, and Bud Kahn! Thank you and Goodbye to Jan Hawkins!

The Membership Committee is looking for Volunteers to help with Upcoming Events!

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU has borrowing privileges at Hunt Library!

New Changes Coming to Zoom: Be Prepared!

DID YOU KNOW? Osher at CMU does not have an age limit to join!

We are looking for new study leaders and new courses for 2025!

*NEXT WEEK!* NRC's Osher Online in collaboration with OATS presents "Tech Trends Bootcamp 2024"

The Osher Stories: a day in the life from a Member's Point-of-View!

The Membership/Social Committee Presents an Event: PNC Park Tour: "Behind the Plate"

Announcing the Summer 2024 NRC Osher Online Courses!

By The Numbers: how we compare to the Osher National Averages!

REGISTER NOW! Join Us for a Piano Recital by Connie Testa on Friday, May 18th at 10am in Cyert Hall!

NRC's Osher Online presents "Putin’s Russia: Two Years Into The War” with Dr. Asya M. Pereltsvaig

CMU's Center for Arts & Society invites you to the launch of the Center for Black European Studies and the Atlantic

Please join Osher at CMU for a performance from CMU School of Music graduate students!

Osher at CMU Profile: David and Betsy Bangley, written by Marlene Parrish

CMU's Center for Arts & Society Women in Animation Speaker Series presents "Making it (Animated)" - A Talk by Brooke Keesling

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversations initiative presents: Misinformation in Times of Conflict

OLLI at Pitt invites you to join a information session for a trip to Tropical Costa Rica

The Membership/Social Committee Presents an Event: An afternoon at the Pittsburgh Opera Factory, including concert and tour!

The Summer 2024 Catalog Is Now Available to View Online!

Bring A Friend: Share the love of Osher this Spring!

*HAPPENING MONDAY!* Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "The Dobbs Decision: Causes And Consequence" by Susan Hansen

CMU's Center for Arts & Society "Planetary Hospitality" Project presents: ﻿To the Stars! The Colonization of Space in Print and on the Screen

The Importance of Attending Classes

CMU's Center for Arts & Society presents Dinner and a Movie: "Sugar Cage"

Easy Ways to Access Osher at CMU

Carnegie Mellon University's Deeper Conversation initiative presents: Mapping the History of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

The WVU Committee of Retired Faculty and OLLI at WVU presents "Barbie and G.I. Joe in Action: Mid-Century Romance and Role Play" by Beth Toren

FREE EVENT NRC's Osher Online presents "Responding to National Emergencies: A behind the scenes look at preparing for major disasters." with Joshua Jimerfield

APPLICATIONS DUE FEB. 1, 2025 Apply now to be on the Osher at CMU Board of Directors for 2025-2028!

Last one of the year! Next Brown Bag event on December 20th: SIG Brown Bag and a Movie!

FREE EVENT NEXT WEEK! NRC's Osher Online presents "Finding Beauty at Home and Abroad: The Osher Collection of American Art” with LaUren Palmor, PhD

FREE EVENT! NRC's Osher Online presents "Pathway to the Olympics" with Dr. Josh White and Sean Ryan

NEXT WEEK! NRC's Osher Online in collaboration with OATS presents "Tech Trends Bootcamp 2024"

HAPPENING MONDAY! Osher at CMU presents a lecture: "The Dobbs Decision: Causes And Consequence" by Susan Hansen

CMU's Center for Arts & Society "Planetary Hospitality" Project presents: To the Stars! The Colonization of Space in Print and on the Screen