In-Person Courses

OLLI @Berkeley in-person courses are held in downtown Berkeley:

If you're planning to attend, be sure to review the following information so you know what to expect. Please note that requirements may change based on city, campus and Freight & Salvage policy updates. See you in class!

Vaccination
  • Proof of vaccination is no longer required.  
Masks
  • Masks are not required though encouraged.
What to Expect When You Arrive
  • Freight & Salvage: Outside doors will open 45 minutes before and lobby doors 15 minutes before the start of class
  • OLLI Office and University Hall: Doors will open 20 minutes before the start of class
Food & Beverages 
  • Food and beverages may be enjoyed at the Freight and in the classrooms
  • The Freight cafe will be open with beverages and snacks available for purchase
  • Check out this list of places to eat in the area, courtesy of the Downtown Berkeley Association
Additional Safety Measures
At the Freight:

New air filtration system

  • An upgraded HVAC system brings in 100% outside air seven times per hour and ensures the cleanest air possible 
  • MERV-13 air filters have been installed, in adherence with CDC recommendations
  • HEPA filters are in place in areas with lower air flow (backstage, restrooms, classrooms)

Enhanced safety protocols

  • Hand sanitizer stations throughout the venue
  • Enclosed box office area
  • Fully vaccinated staff and volunteers
  • CDC-recommended cleaning practices before, during, and after classes, particularly cleaning of “high touch” surfaces
At the OLLI Office:

State-of-the-art HVAC system

  • MERV-13 air filters have been installed building-wide, running 100% outside air with an average air exchange rate of 6-8 per hour — the cleanest air possible

Air filter in large conference area

  • As an added enhancement, a portable air filter in the conference area can move air up to 4.8x an hour

Enhanced safety protocols

  • Fully vaccinated staff and faculty
  • CDC-recommended cleaning practices before, during, and after classes, particularly cleaning of “high touch” surfaces
Parking & Transportation
  • $2.5/hour parking is available at the Center Street Garage 
  • $2/hour parking is available at 1995 University Avenue 
  • Freight & Salvage and the OLLI office are near the Downtown Berkeley BART station