The Ask OLLI blog is a resource for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
administrators to facilitate discussion on a variety of topics related to the creation and management of OLLI institutes nationwide.
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Posted on April 26th, 2013 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
Jo Brownlie, OLLI at Saginaw Valley State University, Asks OLLI:
Have you used a roadside billboard to promote your OLLI? At a recent charity auction, we purchased a four-week run for an outdoor roadside billboard. (We got a good deal!) Has anyone used a billboard to promote their OLLI? If so, please describe the message and visuals you used.
Posted in Marketing | 1 Comment »
Posted on December 3rd, 2012 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
Connie Hodgson, OLLI at the University of North Dakota, Asks OLLI:
Our mission has always been to make our OLLI accessible to all who wish to be involved. OLLI@UND is located on the far east side of the (rural) state with only one other site on the west side of the state. We believe offering online courses will give our OLLI increased visibility throughout the state, more adults can become involved, and hopefully that involvement will lead us to locations where we need to add additional sites. I would appreciate any and all guidance regarding online offerings for our OLLI members.
Posted in Curriculum, Online, Marketing | 2 Comments »
Posted on November 28th, 2012 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
Cathy House, OLLI at The University of Utah, Asks OLLI:
We are always looking for ways to improve search engine results for our OLLI’s website, a.k.a. “search engine optimization.” What keywords/phrases do you include in your OLLI’s website?
Posted in Marketing | 1 Comment »
Posted on August 8th, 2012 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
Lucy Woodhouse, OLLI at Furman University, Asks OLLI:
Has your OLLI celebrated a milestone anniversary? If so, how did you celebrate it? It would be fun to hear ideas other OLLIs have on celebrating their special anniversaries.
Posted in Community, Marketing | 5 Comments »
Posted on June 14th, 2012 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
Cathy House, OLLI at The University of Utah, Asks OLLI:
For those institutes that charge per-course fees, what methods are you using to encourage people to register for more classes? We currently offer a 10% tuition reduction on two or more courses. We are beginning to think of other methods that would reduce the overhead of processing the discounts – e.g., an annual rebate program. I would love your insight on what you’ve tried, how it worked, member response/reaction, etc.
Posted in Management, Marketing | 3 Comments »
Posted on May 2nd, 2012 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
Lisa Barton, OLLI at the University of Michigan, Asks OLLI:
Following up on an Ask OLLI question that was posted last fall (http://usm.maine.edu/olli/national/askolli/?p=213), has your OLLI successfully promoted legacy giving? If so, I would like to learn more about how other OLLIs have done this.
Posted in Management, Marketing | 3 Comments »
Posted on March 13th, 2012 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
Abbie Lawrence-Jacobson, OLLI at University of Michigan, Asks OLLI:
Has your OLLI created a promotional video? For example, a 2-5 minute video highlighting your OLLI’s offerings, volunteer opportunities, and experiences of members. If so, is it possible to view your video?
Posted in Marketing | 8 Comments »
Posted on March 2nd, 2012 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
The National Resource Center Asks OLLI:
What are you doing to attract Baby Boomers to OLLI?
Posted in Membership, Marketing | 3 Comments »
Posted on September 21st, 2011 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
Does your OLLI promote legacy giving as part of your fundraising plan? If so, do you have a legacy brochure or other materials you use to promote this manner of giving that you are willing to share? If so, please email them as attachments to kallen@usm.maine.edu.
Posted in Management, Marketing | 4 Comments »
Posted on July 15th, 2011 by Anne Cardale, OLLI National Resource Center OLLI National Resource Center
Andrea Sisino, OLLI at University of South Carolina, Beaufort, Asks OLLI:
Does your OLLI have a mission statement? If so, would you post it on Ask OLLI in reply to this post?
Posted in Management, Marketing | 10 Comments »