The University of Delaware’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is pleased to announce the appointment of three accomplished professionals to key leadership roles within its Wilmington and Kent/Sussex programs. Each brings extensive expertise in education, program development and community engagement and will contribute significantly to advancing OLLI’s mission of delivering high-quality lifelong learning opportunities for adults aged 50 and better across Delaware and the mid-Atlantic region.
Monica Browne has been appointed program manager for OLLI in Kent and Sussex counties. She holds a doctorate in education from Seton Hall University and brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in K-12 and higher education, including roles as principal, superintendent and adjunct professor. Her prior work with UD and established connections in southern Delaware will support the continued development and expansion of OLLI’s programs in these counties.
Caitlin McGeever has been appointed program coordinator for OLLI Wilmington. McGeever is an experienced educator and historian with a background in academic and public history. She holds a doctorate in history from George Mason University with research focused on early American religion, gender and family, and a concentration in Quaker studies. In her new role, she will support the continued development of OLLI’s academic programming and member engagement in Wilmington.
Lisa Coldiron has been named program coordinator for OLLI Kent/Sussex. Coldiron is a seasoned educational leader with a background in early childhood education and community outreach. She previously served as the founding principal of Sussex Montessori School and held leadership roles with Read Aloud Delaware and the Sussex County Health Coalition. Her experience will be instrumental in supporting program growth and outreach in the region.
“The University of Delaware and the OLLI community welcome Monica Browne, Caitlin McGeever and Lisa Coldiron to their new roles,” said Karen Asenavage Loptes, director of the UD Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. “Their collective expertise will enhance OLLI’s capacity to serve its members and fulfill its educational mission statewide.”
As one of the nation’s earliest and largest lifelong learning programs, OLLI offers adults aged 50 and better the opportunity to participate in enriching volunteer-led courses with no grades or exams at locations throughout Kent, Sussex and New Castle counties.
Learn more at olli.udel.edu.
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Delaware
OLLI is an academic cooperative for adults 50 and over to enjoy classes, teach, exchange ideas and socialize together, with no exams or educational requirements for participation. OLLI welcomes you.
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