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Contemplative Commons Building AnnouncedThe Contemplative Commons embodies a new model of higher education at the University of Virginia that is based upon immersive, experiential, and participatory modes of deep learning that facilitate student flourishing. |
2020 Dalai Lama Fellows Application ReleasedDalai Lama Fellows cultivates and supports a global movement of next generation leaders integrating contemplative work with social innovation to solve global challenges in locally adapted ways to promote human flourishing. |
David Mick, Colleagues Win Award for Research on Mindfulness and Consumer Decision-MakingCSC faculty member wins award for mindfulness research. |
Contemplative Academic Classes — Spring 2020View a curated list of UVA academic courses that promote flourishing and embody contemplative themes. |
The Trauma-Sensitive Classroom—Tish JenningsWe speak with Tish Jennings about her new book, The Trauma-Sensitive Classroom: Building Resilience with Compassionate Teaching. |
Dalai Lama Fellows VideoIn the fall of 2018, the Contemplative Sciences Center assumed leadership of Dalai Lama Fellows. |
Contemplative Sciences Center Assumes Leadership of Dalai Lama FellowsThe Contemplative Sciences Center recently assumed responsibility for one of the world’s most unique and innovative leadership initiatives |
Fall 2018 Contemplative Practice Rotunda Series AnnouncedSave the dates for experiential sessions including yoga for all bodies, coping with global conflict, a traditional tea ceremony, and much more. |
Speaking Their Language: The Power of Contemplative Practices in the University ClassroomWhen Professor Emily Scida taught mindfulness practices to graduate students headed into language education, she was excited to see their anxiety decrease and self-care increase. Then she saw their academic performance improve too. |
Student Flourishing Initiative: Tools for School and LifeResearchers from three universities designed a course on human flourishing and contemplative practices for new undergrads, who are often overwhelmed by major transitions. These faculty are hoping that this will help students manage stress, and better realize their goals. |
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