ABOUT
About OLLI at DU
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Denver (OLLI at DU) offers a wide range of courses, lectures, webinars, social events, and travel opportunities for adults 50+—no tests, no grades, just learning for the love of learning. With six locations across the Denver metro area and a variety of online and in-person programming, there’s something for everyone.
OLLI at DU is part of a national network of Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes endowed by The Bernard Osher Foundation.
Our Membership
Joining OLLI means becoming part of a vibrant community where members can expand their knowledge, forge lasting friendships, and enjoy exclusive benefits such as access to hundreds courses each year, free webinars, complimentary fitness classes, member-only events, exciting travel opportunities and so much more!
Our Courses and Programs
OLLI at DU offers members a wide range of engaging courses, both in person and online in subjects from art to science to history to technology and beyond! In addition, members are invited to participate in our other programs such as the OLLI Travel Program, Shared Interest Groups, and Special Events.
Our Locations
Our Staff

David Schoenhals
Co-Director of Curriculum, Operations, and Finance
Main Office
David.Schoenhals@DU.edu

Laura Uzzle
Co-Director of Marketing, Communications, and Development
Main Office
Laura.Uzzle@DU.edu

Tamara Barkdoll
Program Coordinator
OLLI at DU Central
Tamara.Barkdoll@DU.edu

Amber Barthel
Technology Coordinator
Main Office
Amber.Barthel@DU.edu

Sherry Feinbaum
Program Manager
OLLI at DU West
Sherry.Feinbaum@DU.edu

Maria Elena Garcia
Program Manager
OLLI at DU On Campus
MariaElena.Gacia@DU.edu

Candy Hyatt
Program Manager
OLLI at DU Central
Candy.Hyatt@DU.edu

Christine Liptak
Zoom Assistant and Travel Coordinator
Main Office
Christine.Liptak@DU.edu

Kim Penoyer
Operations Specialist
Main Office
Kimberly.Penoyer@DU.edu

Sherilee Selby
Program Coordinator
OLLI at DU South
Sherilee.Selby@DU.edu

Darcey VanWagner
Program Manager
OLLI at DU South
Darcey.VanWagner@DU.edu

Mitra Verma
Support Specialist
Main Office
Mitra.Verma@DU.edu
Weather Closure Policy for In-Person Classes
Your safety is our top priority. Please use your best judgment when deciding whether to travel to class during inclement weather.
General Closure Guidelines
In-person classes at each OLLI at DU location follow the weather closure decisions of the corresponding local school district or the University of Denver (DU), as outlined below.
- If the local school district or DU campus (for DU-based classes) is closed, OLLI classes at that location are cancelled.
- If the school district announces a delayed start, OLLI classes will still be held at their regularly scheduled time.
- If the local school district has an in-service day that coincides with bad weather, a closure may not be announced publicly. In those cases, please check the OLLI website or call the OLLI office for location-specific updates.
- If you are uncertain about whether your class will be held, please call the OLLI office at 303-871-3090. The voicemail greeting will be updated by 7:00 a.m. on days with weather concerns to reflect any closures or schedule changes.