Course Description

This is an Osher Online course, created and offered through the Osher National Resource Center.  These courses are different from our regular OLLI at Emory program.  These are six-week courses and live attendance required.  You must also have an active OLLI at Emory membership and to register. Currently all classes are limited with 13 seats.

This class is supported by the NRC and participation details can be found on our website.

Heroes of the Holocaust: Lights in the Darkness (Lecture)

When we think of the Holocaust, we recall the horrors perpetrated by evildoers. Even in humanity’s darkest hours, courageous individuals risked everything to save lives. This course sheds light on these little-known rescuers—ordinary people who defied laws, resisted hate, and acted with moral clarity and compassion. Their uplifting stories are powerful reminders of resilience, morality, and hope.

 Your instructor: Howard Kerner

Howard Kerner, BA, MA (SUNY Albany), is a retired English professor who spent 47 years teaching and publishing over 100 scholarly articles, primarily on the Holocaust. In retirement, he researches and shares the powerful stories of little-known Holocaust rescuers. Through his talks at lifelong learning programs, he highlights acts of extraordinary bravery and altruism—offering timely reminders of human goodness.

 Class Dates and Time: Wednesdays, January 14 through February 18

11am Alaska | 12pm Pacific | 1pm Mountain | 2pm Central | 3pm Eastern

Each session is 90 minutes. 

 Class schedule: Live lectures will take place on Wednesdays via ZOOM

Wednesday, January 14

Wednesday, January 21

Wednesday, January 28

Wednesday, February 4

Wednesday, February 11

Wednesday, February 18

 Registration is required to attend, and limited space is available.