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The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Drake University is a lifelong learning organization tailored for those who seek stimulating discussion, cultural understanding, and intellectual exploration.

 

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OLLI at Drake is a membership organization, open to all persons interested in lifelong learning. Learn more about becoming an OLLI at Drake Member by clicking the link below.

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OLLI at Drake provides opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural stimulation and growth.

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We are a volunteer-supported program of Drake University open to all persons who seek opportunities for lifelong learning. We offer an environment of sharing and fellowship that provides opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural stimulation and growth.

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OLLI at Drake Featured Course

Victim/Survivor Process: Hear Their Voices with Peggy Urtz, Dean Lindeman, Teresa Lindeman 
Fridays, March 28, April 4 2–3:30 p.m. 
 
This class will discuss the history of victimology, which is the study of victims and issues related to victimization. We will examine how victims fit into the court process and corrections. We will hear from corrections retirees SPRING 2025 20 who facilitate a court-ordered Victim Impact Awareness class for justice-involved individuals. The Victim Impact Awareness class is an educational program designed to teach participants about the human consequences of crime. A key element of the classes is the direct involvement of victims and victim service providers. Additionally, April 6–12, 2025 is National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. 
 
After this two-part class, we will have a screening of the moving All the Beauty and the Bloodshed at the Varsity Cinema on 4/9/25 at 2:00 p.m. Please register separately for this movie.
 
Location: Harkin Institute or Zoom Cost: $30
 
 
 
 

 

I love being an OLLI at Drake member because...

"The RaySociety (now known as OLLI at Drake) is a community treasure. I love the breadth of classes offered, the amazingly talented instructors who offer their expertise, and the ways it connects me to vital issues and perspectives."

—Linda Appelgate, BN'90 GR'90

Contact OLLI at Drake

tracy-beck

Tracy Beck

Director, OLLI at Drake
tracy.beck@drake.edu
(515) 271-1847

Lisa Cooper

Lisa Cooper

Program Coordinator
lisa.cooper@drake.edu
(515) 271-3452

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