Promoting Reflection

We encourage students to reflect on their experiences in order to grow as people, to discover meaning and direction in their lives, and to understand how they can make a positive difference in the world. In our volunteer programs, students reflect on what they are learning and how their service relates to larger issues such as poverty and exclusion. On campus, we offer a variety of opportunities for students to reflect on their lives.

Weekly discussion groups

• Safe spaces where students from a diversity of backgrounds can explore creative and reflective practices, and discuss the questions and issues that concern them
• Each group has a unique focus. Some examples are:
  • the Creativity Circle, where students to explore art, writing, and music as a spiritual or reflective practice
  • the Spiritual Practice Circle, which introduces students and supports them in a variety of meditation and prayer practices
  • the Tech Free Zone, where students leave behind their cell phones and laptops and engage in conversation, creativity, and issues-based workshops
  • Body, Mind, Spirit Circle, a supportive space for sharing about questions and ideas about spirituality and authentic healthy living

Events and Retreats

• on topics such as social justice, career choices, coping with stress, spirituality, environmental issues, and more

Individual Coaching

• Individual coaching and spiritual mentoring by our resource staff