Course FAQ & Policies

Course FAQ

How much do courses cost?

Courses are priced individually. Fees can be found on in the course descriptions.
How do I retrieve my user name or password to register online?

Please call the office at 615-343-0700 to inquire about your username or to have your password reset.
How do I access class recordings?

Payment for the OLLI at Vanderbilt courses must be paid in full prior to receiving the recordings.
Instructions to Access Class Recordings
How do I attend a Zoom class?

You will be sent a ZOOM access link for your class if you have not already — just click the
link and follow the instructions that pop up on your computer screen.
Here are some step-by-step instructions for features within ZOOM.
A Simple Guide to Attending Classes Via Zoom Live-Stream
Are there homework assignments or exams?

There are no exams or grades; however, there might be recommended reading assignments. Occasionally, an instructor may give an assignment in one of our smaller classes to enhance the learning experience.
Who teaches OLLI at Vanderbilt courses?

Our courses are taught by a wide variety of instructors. The majority are current or retired Vanderbilt professors, but there are also many who come from other educational institutions, government and business.
Can I bring a guest?

OLLI students are welcome to bring a single guest one time during the term only if prior approval has been granted. To request pre-approval, call our office at (615) 343-0700. We reserve the right to refuse unapproved guests.
How do I get a name badge?

A name badge for the current term will be available at the first day of class at the registration table along with lanyards. Wearing the current term’s name badge is mandatory and Classroom Assistants will be enforcing this policy. Please make sure your name badge is visible when entering class.
What happens if a class is cancelled?
It is rare that we cancel classes, but it does happen occasionally. Here's how it's handled, depending on the situation:
Weather-Related
- We will post a cancellation notice on the website homepage no later than 8 a.m.
- Cancellations will be televised on Channel 2. The listing will show as OLLI at Vanderbilt.
- We will not call or send emails regarding weather-related cancellations.
Non-Weather Related
We will post a cancellation notice on the website homepage, and sent an email to enrolled members. For this reason, it is extremely important for all students to provide us with an up-to-date email address and to check your email on a regular basis.

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Policies & Procedures

Class Cancellation Policy
It is rare that we cancel classes, but it does happen occasionally. Here's how it's handled, depending on the situation:
Weather-Related
- We will post a cancellation notice on the website homepage no later than 8 a.m.
  Cancellations will be televised on Channel 2. The listing will show as OLLI at Vanderbilt.
- We will not call or send emails regarding weather-related cancellations.
Non-Weather Related
- We will post a cancellation notice on the website homepage
- We will send an email to enrolled members. For this reason, it is extremely important for all students to provide us with an up-to-date email address and to check your email on a regular basis.
Refund Policy

Due to the low cost at which these courses are offered and the additional cost it would take to process a refund, no refunds are given to those who wish to withdraw. Members can transfer into another course (in the same term, in the same price tier) on a space-available basis or receive credit to apply to a future course.
Privacy Policy

Your privacy is very important to us. Simply stated, our policy is to collect no personal information about you when you visit our website unless you affirmatively choose to make such information available to us.
When you visit our website, our web server automatically recognizes only the Internet domain and IP address from which you accessed our website. This information does not result in the identification of your personal e-mail address or other personal information.
In addition, we gather information regarding the volume and timing of access to our website by collecting information on the date, time, and website pages accessed by visitors to the site. We do this so we can improve the content of our website and this information is not shared with other organizations.
Code of Conduct

OLLI at Vanderbilt’s goal is to create environments that maximize the learning experience for all members. Many of our programs offer a forum for the lively and sometimes passionate exchange of views. To that end, our learning community follows principles of courtesy and mutual respect that promote reasoned discourse and intellectual honesty. Opposing viewpoints are honored and appreciated to preserve the dignity of others.
Violations may include but are not limited to denigrating other’s views or opinions, threatening behaviors, offensive or abusive language, disruptive classroom conduct, sexual harassment or discrimination and monopolizing discussions. Personal attacks will not be tolerated.
Members who do not or cannot adhere to these principles may be removed from class and /or activities and denied the privilege of future participation.
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I love the Osher Steel Band classes and the family atmosphere that has developed. We miss each other between sessions so we often get together for a pot-luck or meet at a restaurant. Friendship and music is a great combination!

Alli Puglisi
Director, OLLI Advanced Steel Drum Band

PMB 407760
2301 Vanderbilt Place
Nashville, TN 37240
615-343-0700
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