Contemplative Studies Summer Seminar Series

CONTEMPLATIVE STUDIES SUMMER SEMINAR SERIES

People often think that contemplatives remain detached from society and either passively or even actively support the status quo.  But there is a long tradition of social justice activism among contemplatives. The tragic murder of George Floyd and of so many other African-Americans and peoples of color in our country has to bring us to intensify our efforts to combat the systematic racism still present here after almost four centuries. 

Our Contemplative Studies Summer Seminar Series will explore the relationship between contemplation and social action in a two-fold manner.

For each part, we will make available to the public recordings on these timely and important topics of lectures we have sponsored by leading figures during the past few years. At the end of the 10 day period in which we can view these lectures, we will have a seminar discussion with our guests.  If you have questions OR TO REGISTER FOR THE DISCUSSION, PLEASE CONTACT - [email protected].

Contemplation and Social Action ~ Part 1 ~ June 22 - July 2, 2020

Pre-Recorded Videos for Review on this Website or Click on the Lecture Titles' Below

 Professor Oliver Hill, Virginia State University
"Non-Judgment and Social Action - Contemplative Practice in Pursuit of Justice"
 


 Professor Carolyn Jacobs, Smith College School of Social Work (Emerita)
"Contemplative Studies - Moving Forward During Challenging Times"
 


 

ZOOM DISCUSSION with Oliver and Carolyn
Professor Srinivas Reddy, Brown University - Moderator
July 2, 5-6:30 PM

PLEASE SEE THE VIDEO for our discussion on July 2nd:


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Contemplation and Social Action ~ Part 2 ~ JULY 6 - JULY 16

Pre-Recorded Videos for Review on this Website or Click on the Lecture Titles' Below

Professor Rhonda Magee University of San Francisco School of Law
 
"Justice Begins with a Breath:  Mindfulness and Compassion Practices for Social Justice Work"

 

Professor Ram Mahalingam  University of Michigan
 
 "Mindfulness, Interconnectedness, Social Justice and Engaged Living"


ZOOM DISCUSSION with Rhonda and Ram
Professor Andre Willis, Brown University - Moderator
July 16, 5-6:30 PM