HI HCR235

Request that the University of Hawaii expand the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute to all campuses within the University of Hawaii System, currently available only at the Manoa campus on Oahu's south side.

Cite rising senior population as rationale, with people aged 65-69 projected to increase 37 percent and those 70+ increasing 38 percent nationally from 2010-2020, and 116 percent increase in those 75+ in Hawaii between 1990-2012.

Recognize the program's value in maintaining mental health and preventing age-related cognitive decline through continuing education opportunities for kupuna (seniors).

Direct certified copies of the resolution be transmitted to the University of Hawaii Board of Regents Chairperson, Interim President, and Interim Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs.