Designed with working professionals in mind, this two-year degree program offers the opportunity to develop contemplative education “dispositions” that contributes to educational philosophy and practice. The program builds the foundational human capacity for thinking expansively, clearly, complexly, and creatively, which requires us to be emotionally open and relational as well as non-reactive, mentally centered and attuned, somatically grounded and in alignment with what is emerging.
Contemplative, Holistic, and Integrative Education takes its starting point in a view of humans that considers and integrates all aspects of what it means to be human, including but not limited to the physical, emotional, cognitive, social, ecological, ethical, creative, spiritual, and contemplative aspects. Contemplative, Holistic, and Integrative Education draws on the wisdoms of different cultural traditions, multidisciplinary perspectives, and integrative practices from different times and places to educate for living in current times; and, second, Contemplative, Holistic, and Integrative Education integrates studies of the whole person, curriculum, teaching, and learning by collaboratively exploring holistic, experiential, and transformative educational approaches for a flourishing life in a flourishing society.
The Contemplative Studies Initiative is a group of Brown faculty and students with diverse academic specializations who are united around a common interest in the study and application of contemplative states of mind.
Naropa’s degree programs combine contemplative practices with traditional academics, igniting a spark of presence throughout your educational journey. This unique blend cultivates a sense of purpose and an ethically driven approach to professional success and community service, fostering a synergy between intellectual knowledge and intuitive wisdom.
The Contemplative Sciences Center (CSC) combines contemplation, connection, and research to enhance flourishing. They pursue this mission through a variety of programs and initiatives in academic classrooms, residential life, research, scholarship, and social innovation. CSC undertakes and publishes research related to well-being, flourishing, and contemplation in K-12 and higher education including the Compassionate Schools Project and the Journal of Contemplative Studies.
The Centre fosters truly interdisciplinary, evidence-based research into contemplative practice and methodology. They help evaluate the most effective methods for learning, practicing, and grasping contemplative concepts. They work with interdisciplinary collaborators across the University of Melbourne, in the community, and worldwide to develop, deliver, support and promote innovative and authentic contemplative study. Their model is based on a strong research program foundation, which drives our interconnected education, engagement and practice programs.