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Rotunda Contemplative Practice Series 2017 - Contemplating Social Justice: Mind, Body and Spirit
Please join UVA Department of Drama Associate Professor, Theresa Davis, for an afternoon talk and contemplative practice experience that focuses on contemplation and social justice. This session will include guided movement exercises, so please wear comfortable attire.


Theresa M. Davis is an Artist-Educator in 3-D (Dramaturg-Deviser-Director) working to expand the boundaries of creating culturally specific work in academic institutions and beyond. Tenured at three different institutions, her directing credits include The Colored Museum, Mo Pas Connin, and for colored girls who have considered suicide when the rainbow is enuf. Current research and creative investigations include: Embodiment of the Spiritual Self, African American Theatre, Theatre as a Sacred Space, New Play Development and Poetry in Performance. Devised Poetic works include Speak! The Forbidden Truth, Give Me Liberation and NEXUS—Where Parallel Paths Cross. Theresa M. Davis continues to hold firmly to the belief that theatre has the power to transform.

When
Sep 24 2017 - 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Where
Rotunda Multipurpose Room
See map: Google Maps
Rotunda Contemplative Practice Series 2017 - Yoga Approaches to Updating Our Habits
Join CSC contemplative instructor Zoë Ward for an afternoon centered around changing habits using techniques and perspectives from various yoga disciplines. This session will include a short yoga practice open to all levels including beginners. Please wear comfortable attire and bring a yoga mat if you have one.  

 

When
Sep 17 2017 - 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Where
Rotunda Multipurpose Room
See map: Google Maps
Rotunda Contemplative Practice Series 2017

Sundays 2017 fall: Choose from 8 diverse contemplative sessions held in the iconic Rotunda, 4-5:30 PM.

When
Repeats every week every Sunday until Sun Nov 19 2017 except Sun Oct 08 2017, Sun Nov 05 2017.
Sep 17 2017 - 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Where
"Mindfulness: The Biohack For Work Stress" - Grounds on the Go Series
Dr. Patricia Jennings will explain how a biological function that evolved to insure our survival is now making us sick.
 
FREE! Includes lunch. Space is limited - RSVP here to reserve your spot.

 

When
Sep 6 2017 - 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Where
The Off-Grounds Conference Room on the 4th floor of Town Center Two at the [UVA Research Park|http://www.uvaresearchpark.com/]. Ample, free parking is available in the Town Center lots.
See map: Google Maps
Summer Meditation Series

Come to learn or just keep up your practice in this inclusive and vibrant community. 

When
Repeats every week every Monday until Mon Jul 31 2017.
Jul 3 2017 - 12:15 PM to 12:45 PM
Where
Gibson Hall Room 204
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Summer Hiking Series

Spend a Saturday hiking and learning new ways to engage with nature through contemplative practices!

When
Repeats every week every Saturday until Sat Jul 29 2017.
Jul 1 2017 - 10:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Where
Wildrock Retreat: Finding Solid Ground in Nature and Yourself

* This event is already full, but please consider participating in the CSC Serenity Ridge Meditation Retreat on April 29 (Sat) instead. 

CSC and Wildrock are partnering together to offer a day retreat that emphasizes play and exploration, creativity and self-expression, awareness and quiet reflection.

When
Apr 30 2017 - 10:00 AM
Where
Wildrock
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Serenity Ridge Meditation Retreat 2017 Spring

Join CSC for a day of self-discovery, reflection, relaxation, connection with nature, authentic dialogue with others, and delicious home cooked vegetarian food at Serenity Ridge Center.

When
Apr 29 2017 - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Where
Serenity Ridge Retreat Center
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Ghostly Affects: Emotion and subjectivity in contemporary Thai Buddhist mindfulness

Please join Prof. Julia Cassaniti for a talk entitled "Ghostly Affects: Emotion and subjectivity in contemporary Thai Buddhist mindfulness" at UVA on April 28 (Fri.).

When
Apr 28 2017 - 3:15 PM to 5:00 PM
Where
Monroe 124
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CCI Self-Care Day

Medical and nursing students as well as clinicians are invited on Friday, April 21st for a day of FREE activities that foster self-care.

When
Apr 21 2017 - 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Where
University of Virginia School of Nursing
See map: Google Maps

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Winter Break Reading Group: Contemplative Practices in Higher Education

WHEN: Wed., Jan 22 2020 - 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM
WHERE: Center for Teaching Excellence Library, Hotel D, East Range

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T'ai Chi — Spring 2020
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Ashtanga Yoga: Sunday-Friday Mornings—Spring 2020
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Yoga for All Bodies — Spring 2020
5:30pm to 6:30pm
 
Mindfulness Meditation — Spring 2020
8:00pm
 
Yoga for Better Sleep — Spring 2020
12:00pm to 1:00pm
 
Winter Break Reading Group: Contemplative Practices in Higher Education
3:30pm to 5:00pm
 
T'ai Chi — Spring 2020
5:30pm to 6:30pm
 
Mind & Body Student CIO Meeting — Spring 2020
8:00pm to 9:00pm
 
Candlelight Restorative Yoga — Spring 2020
7:00pm to 8:00pm
 
Mindfulness Meditation — Spring 2020
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Yoga for Stress Relief — Spring 2020
12:00pm to 1:00pm
 
Thriving in Graduate School - Contemplative Inquiry, Pedagogy, and Practice
3:30pm to 5:00pm
 
Mindfulness Meditation — Spring 2020
8:00pm
 
Yoga for All Bodies — Spring 2020
5:30pm to 6:30pm
 
Yoga for Better Sleep — Spring 2020
12:00pm to 1:00pm
 
T'ai Chi — Spring 2020
5:30pm to 6:30pm
 
Mind & Body Student CIO Meeting — Spring 2020
8:00pm to 9:00pm
 
Candlelight Restorative Yoga — Spring 2020
7:00pm to 8:00pm
 
Mindfulness Meditation — Spring 2020
8:00pm
 
Critical, Creative, Contemplative: Inquiry and Pedagogy in Service of Student Flourishing
12:00pm to 1:30pm