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Course Description

Bacteria, viruses, fungi and other “invisible” creatures shape our world. You will learn about recent microbe-related research in healthcare, environmental threats, agriculture and climate change. There is sure to be discussion on surprise topics that will hit the news during the course. The material will be explained in clear, everyday language. No science background needed—just bring your curiosity.

Class recordings will be available.

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Section Title
Germs in the News 2026
Type
In-Person
Days
T
Time
1:00PM to 3:00PM
Dates
Feb 17, 2026 to Mar 10, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
8.0
Location
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Fee(s)
OLLI $90.00 Click here to get more information
Additional Fee(s)
$10 OLLI-UW donation $10.00 Optional
$25 OLLI-UW donation $25.00 Optional
$50 OLLI-UW donation $50.00 Optional
$100 OLLI-UW donation $100.00 Optional
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 10, 2026
Instructors

Section Notes

**This course will be recorded. While the focus is on capturing the speaker, students’ images and/or voices may also be recorded.
Section Title
Germs in the News 2026 - Zoom
Type
Online Synchronous
Days
T
Time
1:00PM to 3:00PM
Dates
Feb 17, 2026 to Mar 10, 2026
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
8.0
Location
  • Online
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Fee(s)
OLLI $90.00 Click here to get more information
Additional Fee(s)
$10 OLLI-UW donation $10.00 Optional
$25 OLLI-UW donation $25.00 Optional
$50 OLLI-UW donation $50.00 Optional
$100 OLLI-UW donation $100.00 Optional
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 10, 2026
Instructors

Section Notes

**This course is being offered in-person and livestreamed over Zoom. Online participants may have a limited view of and interaction with the speaker.
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