AUM OLLI Is Developing the Schedule for Fall 2020 The guidelines for re-opening Auburn University at Montgomery are in place, and the employees of the various University programs are taking action to prepare for all classes and programs. AUM OLLI will be complying with all University regulations established for the health and safety of our instructors and members. The AUM OLLI administration and staff have already taken the following actions: • Modified the class schedule to control the number of people in the building and changing classes at any one time and to allow for disinfecting the rooms between classes; • Rearranged classrooms for appropriate class capacity to maintain social distancing; • Set registration capacities to make
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the rooms safe for each class; • Established the requirement that everyone in the building – instructors and participants – must wear masks at all times. OLLI members will be notified – in writing – of other new requirements before classes begin, such as guidelines for registration and fees, and the necessity of bringing their own supplies (pen and paper, snacks, etc.). Surveys have been sent to potential instructors about their preferences for courses for the fall. So far, enthusiastic instructors – some returning and some new to the program – are offering to teach a variety of courses in-person or online or both. In addition to new study/discussion courses and book discussion groups, there will be a
few active classes, which must, of necessity, maintain social distancing. We also are working on a program of lunch presentations to inform and entertain OLLI members. The schedule will be released as soon as most of the instructors have replied. Join AUM OLLI to become part of a community of lifelong learners. We invite recommendations from all members – returning and newcomer – to join in the planning process. Make a suggestion for a class you would like to take, especially if you can also recommend an instructor. Visit our website at www.aum.edu/OLLI to join, to make recommendations, and to stay informed.
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