Mason students, staff, and faculty can learn more about mindfulness and meditation through two different four-week programs created by the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults (MIEA).
This evidence-based curriculum teaches mindfulness, meditation, and stress management in ways you can integrate into your busy life. Studies suggest that the training leads to significant well-being benefits, such as better sleep, less perceived stress, and more self-compassion.
While these programs are designed with young adults in mind, the benefits are not limited to young adults, so you’re encouraged to sign up regardless of your age. These Intro to Mindfulness programs are open to all Mason students, staff, and faculty.
Plan to join us for these summer 2024 cohorts, online via Zoom:
- Intro to Mindfulness Part 1 (formerly Koru Basic) will meet on Wednesdays from 12 noon to 1:15 p.m. on July 10, 17, 24, and 31. Register here.
- Intro to Mindfulness Part 2 (formerly Koru 2.0) Cohort 1 will meet on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. on August 2, 9, 16, and 23. Koru Basic or Intro to Mindfulness Part 1 is a prerequisite. Contact Katie Clare for registration access.
If you have questions about any Intro to Mindfulness program before registering, contact Katie Clare at kclare@gmu.edu.
MIEA developed these programs over 10 years by practitioners at Duke University. Three components allow participants to deepen their knowledge and experience:
Intro to Mindfulness Part 1: A four-week introduction to mindfulness and meditation.
Intro to Mindfulness Part 2: A four-week “advanced” class for students who have completed Koru Basic or Intro to Mindfulness Part 1.
Mindfulness Retreat: A half-day silent retreat that does not require prior participation in Intro to Mindfulness Part 1 or 2.