Propose a Course
Now that you have decided to teach a course for Osher at Dartmouth, where do you begin?
Submit Your Proposal
As you get ready to propose a course, it is helpful to know what you need before you get started. You might want to read this letter from the Vetting committee, Writing a strong proposal.
Use this blank proposal form as a guide to what will be asked when submitting your proposal. Proposal requires the following information:
- Your Course description.
- Your Biography; check out the bios of our Study Leaders.
- Number of sessions, day, and time.
- Book Information.
Seeking a topic for your course? Osher members have suggested or requested a variety of topics. Click here to view that list.
2025/26 Term Dates
2026 Winter Term: January 12 - March 20, 2026
2026 Spring Term: April 6 - June 19, 2026
2026/27 Term Dates
2026 Summer Term: June 29 - August 21, 2026
Proposals due April 3, 2026
2026 Fall Term: September 14 - December 18, 2026
Proposals due May 11, 2026
2027 Winter Term: January 11 - March 19, 2027
Proposals due September 11, 2026
2027 Spring Term: April 5 - June 18, 2027
Proposals due December 11, 2027
NOTE: Proposal deadlines are scheduled well in advance of actual term dates due to the amount of preparation required before the start of each term.
What's Next?
Timelines leading up to the start of your course.
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