In This Issue: Support Your Osher Institute | New Opportunity! | Spring 2023 Catalog Update | Programs in the Spotlight | Casual Coffee Social Hour | Thank You, Volunteers! | Campus Food Pantry | November Events | Daylight Savings and Holiday Closure | An Offer From Our Sponsor
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Support Your Osher Institute |
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Thank you to all who have supported the Osher Excellence Fund this year. Our primary goal is to raise $45,000 to maintain top-quality programming, and our secondary goal is to increase the number of members who contribute from 23% to at least 50%. We are well on our way, but there is still more to do.
The Osher Institute does not receive university funds, and we rely entirely on donations and memberships to bridge the gap between program expenses and revenue. Your ongoing support is essential. May we count on you again this year to make a gift to the Excellence Fund?
If you have already given to the Excellence Fund, thank you! If you would like to donate at your comfort level, visit the Support Your Osher Institute page on our website. Thank you! (Be sure to get your gold star for your name badge at the Osher office.) |
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We are happy to offer a new opportunity to view Osher programs! Presentations that are designated as "Livestream Only" will now be available for viewing at the Yanke building in the Osher classroom. Simply arrive prior to the program's start time and enjoy watching the presentation with other Osher members. |
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Spring 2023 Catalog Update |
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The Spring 2023 catalog is in production,
and we're excited to share a sneak peek of the programs
coming your way next semester!
- Short courses include the Renaissance, History of Weather and Climate Science, Current Controversies in Public Education, Digital Photography, Canada Today, the Grand Canyon, the Soviet Union, Greek Tragedy, and Four American Presidents.
- Lectures include the Idaho Capitol Building, the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve, the Politics of War, Toshio Mori, Using Art to Solve Crime, Area 51, Persian Poetry, the History of Public Health, and Cybersecurity Preparedness.
- Special events include Presidential Character, a Luminary View of Art History, Anne Frank Memorial Tour, Campus Art Tour, and the Osher Spring Picnic.
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Longmire series author Craig Johnson will be presenting in person in May!
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We encourage you to return to the classroom to enjoy in-person Osher presentations. Registrations are robust, but the small number of in-person audience members can be discouraging to our presenters. Please help us demonstrate appreciation for their time, talent, and expertise.
Our thanks go to the Osher Curriculum Committees and Chairs for their hard work assisting our Director in finding presenters and topics for another exciting season of high-quality programming.
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Programs in the Spotlight |
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Healthcare Planning and Getting Your Affairs in Order
Session One Presenters: Jessica Evert and Emily Getlein-Marques
Session Two Presenter: Dennis Hall
Dates and times: Thu., Nov. 3 and 10, 10:00 a.m.-noon
Cost: $25
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**The Men and Women of WWII and Prisoners of War (Livestream/Recorded Only)
Presenter: Kayleen Reusser
Dates and times: Fri., Nov. 4 and 11, 10:00 a.m.-noon
Cost: $25
** In recognition of the service of many Osher members, it is our honor to offer this course to veterans at no charge. If you are a veteran and would like to register for this course, email us at osher@boisestate.edu. You will be registered at no cost, and a confirmation email will be sent to you.
If you are a veteran who has already registered, we are happy to provide you with a free course of the same cost ($25) to be used either this Fall or in the Spring 2023 semester. Again, simply email us so we can provide this gift to you. We are grateful for your service.
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Food and Agriculture
Session One Presenter: Dr. JoAnn S. Lighty
Session Two Presenter: Dr. Owen McDougal
Dates and times: Tue., Nov. 8 and 15, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $25
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For more information and to register for these programs, visit the Log In/Register Online page of the Osher website, or call Customer Services at (208) 426-1709. |
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Casual Coffee Social Hour |
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Join Director Dana Thorp Patterson for monthly Casual Coffee Social Hours from noon to 1:00 p.m. at the Yanke building, classroom 510.
Enjoy coffee and fresh-baked treats while you hear updates from the Osher Institute, learn about community news from guest speakers, and reconnect with Osher members and staff. Mark your calendars!
The next session will be held on Tuesday, November 8.
Our special guest speakers this month will be Tammy Johnson, Executive Director of Life's Kitchen, and Dee Childers, Vice President/Secretary Community Education Chair of LEARN Idaho.
We encourage you to bring your own coffee/tea cup and cover to help us reduce the use of paper cups and plastic lids.
We will be taking a break for the month of December and will resume the Social Hour in January, 2023. Details will be emailed to members next semester.
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We are grateful for all the ways our dedicated volunteers help us throughout the semester. A big thank you goes out to the following Osher members:
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Paula Bell, Sharon DeLong, Annette Dillard, Bae Emilson, Brent and Nancy Fricke, Wen Hua Hawkins, Marti Lunn, Ann McClanahan, Sharon Moses, Rick Ogle, Darwin Roy, Jim Russ, Sally Sherman, and Betty Strong for serving as greeters before the start of Osher classes.
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Nancy Lossing for assisting with delivery of donations to the Campus Food Pantry.
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Thank you to all who donated to the Boise State Campus Food Pantry this Fall! November will be the last month of collections for the semester. Please drop off any nonperishable items in the Yanke building lobby bin anytime during office hours before Fri., Nov. 18.
The theme for November is "Giving Thanks."
Here are some donation ideas:
Stuffing mix | Canned vegetables | Gravy, jarred or mixed | Canned cranberry sauce
Turkey or beef jerky | Instant mashed potatoes
Helpful tip: Donate cans that have pop tops, or include a can opener with your donation.
If you are interested in helping us drop off donations at the pantry, please fill out a Volunteer Interest Form. Delivery appointments will be scheduled based on donation flow. Our Administrative Assistant, Cherie Ellingson, will reach out to volunteers via email to fill the available time slots.
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Julius Rosenwald: The Most Important Philanthropist
You've Never Heard Of
Presented by OLLIs of Berkshire Community College and University of Richmond
Wednesday, November 2, 7:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. MT
Livestream via Zoom
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First Friday Astronomy Lecture
The Wonder of the Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve
Carol Cole, Board President, Central Idaho Dark Sky Reserve
Friday, November 4, 7:30 p.m. MT
Boise State Multipurpose Classroom Building, Room 101 and via livestream
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City Club Forum
Housing for Wellbeing and Economic Prosperity
Dr. Vanessa Crossgrove Fry, Director, Idaho Policy Institute, Boise State University and event moderator
Wednesday, November 9, 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. MT
Idaho State Museum, 610 Julia Davis Dr., Boise
$35.00 registration with meal
$5.00 registration without meal
For more information and to register, visit the City Club event information page. |
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Daylight Savings and Holiday Closure |
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Remember to turn your clocks back one hour on Saturday night, November 5!
The Osher office will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday and Friday, November 24 and 25. Staff will be working remotely on Wednesday, November 23, and will be available by phone or email only.
We hope your Thanksgiving is full of good food, laughter, and togetherness!
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An Offer From Our Sponsor |
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Term Certificate and Certificate of Deposit rates have increased recently, benefiting those seeking a higher return on their funds.
CapEd Credit Union leads the market with competitive rates as the Federal Reserve continues to raise the base rate. Currently, CapEd offers a 4.10% APY 12-month certificate. They also offer other competitive terms and rates to benefit members. The NCUA Federally insures the deposits.
CapEd Credit Union is a longtime supporter and sponsor of the Osher Institute. Osher members are invited to learn more about CapEd’s certificates at capedcu.com/certificates.
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Our thanks for the continued support from our Community Partner and Sponsors: |
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The Osher Institute is a proud underwriter of
Boise State Public Radio.
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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Boise State University
Phone: (208) 426-OLLI (6554)
Email: osher@boisestate.edu
Website: boisestate.edu/osher
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Boise State University operates within the Division of Extended Studies. It is a membership-based, lifelong learning program offering non-credit, college-level programs for intellectually curious adults age 50
and over.
Support the Osher Institute here.
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Osher Institute Advisory Board
Chair: Cindy Anson | Past Chair: Merilee Marsh | Ralph Bild | Michael Bixby
Bae Emilson | Chuck Folkner | Dennis Hall | Rod McLean | Sharon Moses
Rainey Pieters | Virginia Rivers | Chuck Robertson
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Osher Institute Staff
Director: Dana Thorp Patterson | Senior Program Coordinator: Laura Mehlhaff
Communications Specialist: Jill Chmelko | Administrative Assistant: Cherie Ellingson
Office Assistant: Faith Spaulding
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