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OLLI News from Bradley University
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Join Us Today for Online Registration Assistance
Continuing Education staff will provide hands-on training for our online registration system today to help everyone prepare for our Winter 2020 registration.
These sessions will be held today (Tuesday, October 15) in the computer lab at Westlake Hall, Room 015.
All participants will receive personalized training and take home a printed copy of the step-by-step directions for easy reference on registration day.
If you haven't registered in advance, please feel free to drop by the lab during one of the three sessions:
- 10:00 a.m.
- 11:00 a.m.
- 12:00 p.m.
Parking will be open and free on campus Tuesday, as it is the last day of Fall Break for students and faculty.
If you are unable to attend, but would like to download a copy of of our registration directions, please click
here:
Thank you for your patience as we transition our registration options. If you have questions or concerns, please email Continuing Education staff at
[email protected].
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We've Heard You - We're Improving OLLI Registration
We know our members want a convenient way to register for our programs. The OLLI Executive Committee has heard you, and after much thoughtful consideration, we will transition our registration process starting next month.
The Winter 2020 season will include a final walk-in registration social on Wednesday, November 6 from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Staff will process forms received at the social AND via mail concurrently at 11:00 a.m. that day. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL ALSO OPEN AT 11:00 A.M.
Phone registrations and office walk-ins will not be accepted until Thursday, November 7 at 9:00 a.m. We appreciate your cooperation by waiting to call or visit our office until that day.
Starting with Spring 2020 and beyond, we will no longer offer a walk-in registration social. Online and mail registrations will be processed concurrently, and phone and office walk-ins will be accepted the next day.
We believe members will benefit from this change for several reasons:
- The new process will be fairer to all members by giving everyone equal opportunity to register with concurrent processing, without waiting in line or getting up early to attend a social.
- We hope to reduce the frustration of those members who have arrived at past socials on time, only to wait in a crowded lobby and find out they are already #200 in line.
- Members can mail forms at any time - brochures are available online and are delivered to post offices 10 days prior to registration day.
- For those who do not wish to use their credit cards online, we will now offer an option for payment by check.
- Online registration reduces errors caused by manual entry, mostly due to difficulty reading handwriting or incorrectly listed payment information.
- More than 90% of our members have email addresses, and this transition will enable those who prefer to use their online capabilities.
- There will be an overall increase in socialization opportunities, thanks to more OLLI Originals and upcoming member events to be designed by our new Membership Development Committee.
- Finally, our online system has been carefully re-designed over the past two years to ensure confidence in the process. Event confirmation is also immediate - you don't have to wait for our mailed receipt to see your confirmed classes, etc.
Throughout this transition, our commitment to excellent customer service remains our top priority. Please see the above article to learn more about hands-on training for our online registration system.
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We're Going Behind the Scenes at the Civic Center
The Peoria Civic Center hosts over 375 events each year and attracts more than 750,000 visitors annually - and we're getting a private, behind-the-scenes look on the morning of Thursday, October 24!
During our visit, we will see each part of the largest convention facility in Illinois outside Chicago, including the Great Hall, Ballroom, Lexus Club, Arena, Theater, and Exhibit Hall.
Staff will join us to discuss the logistics (booking, marketing, and operation) involved for events, which include concerts, basketball and hockey games, conventions, and even rodeos.
Trip cost is $30, which includes lunch at a local restaurant, gratuities, tours, and shuttle transportation. Click the blue registration link below to sign up now!
Space Available on Other Fall Trips
Are you interested in spending a few hours exploring your community with OLLI? If so, we have space on the following trips:
- Joan's Trophy and Plaque Company, November 1
- Lutheran Hillside Village, November 8
- Festival of Lights -FOLEPI Floatmaking, November 11
- Art at Bodega, November 15
- The Community Festival of Nativities, December 5
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Meet Mary Buesing, an Original OLLI Member, at Gala
Have you been an OLLI member as long as Mary Buesing?
Mary Buesing is a member of the original steering committee that created Bradley's lifelong learning institute 25 years ago.
As President in 1995-1996, Mary instituted buffet lunches on OLLI class days and arranged for school buses to shuttle participants to and from their cars.
As Past President, Mary organized our first Winter session in 1996.
Volunteers extraordinaire, Mary and her late husband Merrill embody the values of our learning community.
Sign up for our 25th anniversary gala and greet Mary, and many more volunteers, who have made our lifelong learning community such a great place to be!
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Looking for Volunteer Opportunities?
Join us for OLLI's upcoming committee meetings and help us plan our Spring curriculum and membership development initatives!
The 2020 Spring Curriculum Committee will meet at the Peoria Next Innovation Center, 801 W Main Street, Peoria on Wednesdays at 9:00 a.m. on November 13, 20, and December 4. Bring your ideas for classes and help us as we find 44 courses for our April term.
The Membership Development Committee is charged with planning activities to spread the word about OLLI and to help retain and orient current members. That committee will meet on Wednesday, November 13 at 11:00 a.m. at Peoria Next.
Treats and refreshments are provided - as is free parking behind the
building. We look forward to seeing you there!
Call (30
9) 677-3900 for more information.
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OLLI Insider:
Your Questions Answered
Dear OLLI Insider,
I'd like to take some brochures to my gym and other places I volunteer. How do I get a bundle of them to pass around?
Signed,
Dea
r Brochure Bob,
We're delighted to hear you want to spread the word about OLLI. Word-of-mouth is our number one form of advertising, and making sure people have access to our brochures is key.
The Continuing Education office has extra brochures that you can give out to friends, neighbors, book club, and more. Just give the office a call at (309) 677-3900 and we'll have them ready for pick up!
Sincerely,
OLLI Insider
OLLI Insider
is a weekly article that addresses questions from our members. If you have a question about OLLI you'd like featured in an upcoming edition, please email
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Bradley Symphony Orchestra to Present Concert
The Bradley Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will present its opening concert of the year on Saturday, October 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Bradley University's Dingeldine Music Center.
The program will feature Bradley cello professor Sarah Hansen performing Edouard Lalo's Cello Concerto in D Minor.
The concert will also include the Pavane of Gabriel Faure and Dvorak's Eighth Symphony.
The BSO will be under the direction of Dr. Timothy Semanik.
Tickets are $5 and available at the door.
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Beyond the Hilltop
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Peoria Public Library to Present 'Fix It - Don't Forget it!'
Still hanging on to your broken but beautiful childhood radio? Have some other small appliance that doesn't work, but you don't want to discard?
The Peoria Public Library's McClure Branch, 315 W. McClure Avenue, is hosting a free "Fix It - Don't Forget It" repair event on Saturday, Nov. 2.
If you'd like to bring in something to be repaired, you must make an appointment by October 29.
All items must be portable enough to be brought to McClure Branch. Advance registration is required - no walk-ins will be accepted.
For more information, or to make an appointment, please call the library at 497-2700.
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Keep Up with OLLI!
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Find out what OLLI members are up to. Follow us on our learning trips,
and stay informed about class information.
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Consisting of nearly 1,200 people ages 50+, OLLI members come from all backgrounds and educational levels. Together they enjoy a diverse collection of year-round programs including non-credit classes, educational travel, study groups, cinema, and lectures.
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