Over the years, we have learned that people join OLLI for two  major reasons. The first is the opportunity to learn new things, but a secondary, and sometimes more important reason, is the opportunity to meet new friends who have similar interest.  Our Interest Groups bring together members who have similar interests or hope to meet others socially.

Listed below are a list of OLLI Interest Groups that are currently in operation and Interest Groups that unfortunately have not reconvened since the beginning of the pandemic. Some interest groups have descriptions or websites attached to them. Simply click on the name of the Interest Group to learn more. 

How to Start an Interest Group

From time to time we hear that our members would like an Interest Group on a given topic. The first step of the process is to find a group leader.  This is the person who communicates with the group members and works with the OLLI office to secure a meeting place. If you are interested in leading a group or want to learn more about the process, contact OLLI Manager Heather O'Hearn at (989) 964-2650 or email her at hsohearn@svsu.edu.

OLLI Interest Group Contacts