OWLS offers an opportunity to study current affairs, expand interests and develop friendships-all of which are enjoyable, worthwhile experiences.
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OWLS stands for Older. Wiser. Lifelong. Scholars.
People are living longer today. Many are finding that their lives can be enriched through continuing learning experiences and expanding social contacts. OWLS is the perfect answer a school with no exams! Registration fees are affordable and there is no long-distance travel.
The OWLS school operates the entire month of October each year at Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber. The OWLS school has been offering top quality classes since 1995.
The OWLS School Mission:
To provide intellectually enriching educational opportunities through college-level courses for age 55+ learners of Central Ohio.
The OWLS Board develops curriculum based on these vital themes:
National and World Issues
Exploration and Challenging Ideas
Morality and Belief Systems
Literature
The Arts
Practical Skills
Special Interests
Each course of study has four 2-hour sessions for a total of eight hours per course.
Instructors come from local colleges and universities, from prestigious organizations and even from out of state, and are chosen for expertise in their field as well as their teaching skills.
Class schedules are posted July 15, 2026.
Go to Registration page to download this year's class schedule, course descriptions and sign-up form.
Location of courses:
Ohio Living Westminster-Thurber Heritage Pointe, 11th Floor 655 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
Directions at complex:
From Neil Ave., tum on to Collins Avenue to reach the main entrance. Heritage Pointe is located at the far end of the parking area, directly east of the entrance.
Parking: Park in the designated visitor parking spaces.
Registration (check-in): Heritage Pointe lobby
Restroom Locations: Heritage Pointe lobby and on the 11th floor.
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