Organization for Seniors partners with Mason students

By Michelle Iraheta

Students in Professor Katherine Rowan’s communication class have chosen to take Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) as their primary client and help with an “appreciation campaign” as said by Glenn Kamber, OLLI president. OLLI provides older adults, in the Northern Virginia area, opportunities to expand their knowledge and share their experiences in a social atmosphere.

These Mason students will have the opportunity to attend OLLI events, cultural activities, courses as well a chance to talk with OLLI members.

The students are collaborating with Kamber and OLLI Board of Directors member, Norma Jean Reck, to help OLLI further contribute to the Mason community.

These efforts will provide opportunities for students to interact with OLLI members. This can include mentoring and sharing career knowledge experience in the student’s field of interest.

“Learning about OLLI has truly made me see how many resources students have here at Mason that they don’t know about. I think this organization could really help students when it comes to career choices, because they actually had experience in the field” said Carlos Zavala.

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