Saybrook's Virtual Learning Experiences bring students, faculty, and amazing speakers together to participate in an exceptional learning environment tailored to providing a safe and supportive space for student's inquisitiveness and eagerness to learn. Activities during the VLE are designed to expand on the knowledge from coursework, to practice clinical skills, and to participate in professional development through lectures, workshops, invited talks, roundtables, courses, and seminars as well as formal and informal meetings and discussions with faculty, advisors, and peers.
Cultivating Inner Strengths for Scholar-Practitioners in the Service of Families, Communities, and Societies.
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Agenda
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Day 1
103 - RES 2300 Qualitative Data Collection and Analysis: Course Preview
109 - An Overview of the Dissertation Process and Timeline (newer students - all invited)
102 - Department of Mind-Body Medicine: New Student Orientation
112 - Peer Support: Mentor Petitions and Mentor IRB - Open Hours
106 - Transformative Social Change Department Meeting
105 - Preparation for the Mind-Body-Spirit Integration Seminar (MBSI)
Day 2
201 - COA5628 Evidence-Based Coaching Day 1 of 2-day VLE
202 - MBM 5666 Mind-Body-Spirit Applications in Psychotherapy
203 - Exploring Ontology from Personal and Qualitative Research Perspectives
209 - Introduction to TSC 6615 Overview of Transformative Social Change Interventions
213 - Submitting the Petition to Form Dissertation Committee (PTFDC) and Dissertation Milestones in Mentor Petitions
208 - Dissertation Finalization: What to Expect When Preparing Your Dissertation for Publication
Day 3
301 - COA5628 Evidence-Based Coaching Day 2 of 2-day VLE
306 - Introduction to TSC 6515 Organizing for Community Health & Well-Being
304 - The Contemplative Catalyst: Nourishing Inner Strength for Outer Change and Social Transformation
308 - Introduction to TSC 6555 Creating Media Outreach Campaigns for Social Impact
Day 4
401 - Getting it Done: Discussion of Dissertation Resources for PhD IFN Students
405 - TSC Seminar: Approaches to Transformative Social Change from Multiple Lenses, Session #1
407 - Humanistic Approaches to the Academic Writing Process
404 - TSC Student Lunch Meeting, hosted by TSC Peer Mentors
410 - Quantitative Electroencephalogram as an Assessment Tool
408 - TSC Seminar: Approaches to Transformative Social Change from Multiple Lenses, Session #2
402 - Student Interest Session: Specialization in Teaching and Advanced Research
Day 5
501 - Inside the Dissertation Grind: Surviving and Thriving from Proposal to Defense
506 - TSC Seminar: Approaches to Transformative Social Change from Multiple Lenses, Session #3
511 - Peer Support: Mentor Petitions and Mentor IRB - Open Hours
503 - RES 2500 Quantitative Data and Statistics: Course Preview
507 - TSC Seminar: Approaches to Transformative Social Change from Multiple Lenses, Session #4
Day 1
This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
A meditation on the relationship among health equity, the Indigenous science of permaculture, and integrative health practices
Our ancestors knew that living in harmony with nature and Mother Earth is essential for human beings to be well. Caring for health was and ought to be a natural resource and a right to which everyone is entitled. In this discussion, we explore the relationship among universal Indigenous beliefs, illustrated through the principles of permaculture, together with traditional medicine and derivative integrative health practices. They each consider the whole person within the whole system, observe how the parts relate and connect, and design methods to mend systemic problems in a sustainable manner. In our discussion we will consider whether it is possible that these concepts may be woven together and used to not only create equitable access to health and healthcare, but also break down the barriers that perpetuate injustice.
Presenters
Ruthann Russo, PhD
College/Unit
Academic Affairs
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
114
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/99331032054
Meeting ID: 993 3103 2054
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
Do you want to learn more about the Dissertation Services Office? Join us at this introductory session to learn how this Saybrook office supports doctoral students in documenting their dissertation committees with the Petition to Form Dissertation Committee (PTFDC) and the Petition to Request an External Dissertation Committee Member. We will also explain how dissertation milestones are reported as part of your PTFDC and then how you schedule your dissertation defense and editor through our Mentor system. Please come with your Dissertation Services or Mentor Petition questions!
Presenters
Dr. Kirwan Rockefeller, Dr. Laura Brewer, & Krystal Woods, Student Project Assistant
College/Unit
ORISP - Dissertation Services
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
110
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This session will offer an introduction and overview of TSC 6520 Gender and Society. The course reviews theoretical insights regarding gender from disciplines including gender studies, sociology, psychology, and international relations to consider the significance of gender as a category of social analysis. Particular attention will be given to how gender structures personal identities, families, work contexts as well as institutions such as public education and the military. Additionally, students will consider how developing a critical understanding of gender can help them in their role as change agents within their relationships, communities, workplaces, and in broader society.
Presenters
Dr. Joy Meeker
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
108
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/93623721064
Meeting ID: 936 2372 1064
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This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
This session is for students who want to learn more about RES 2300 Qualitative Data Collection and Analysis. Students will review the course components and explore the learning activities to understand how this course prepares students to design and implement qualitative research. Strategies for successful completion will be reviewed.
Presenters
Dr. Walker Ladd, Chair, Department of Research
College/Unit
ORISP - DOR
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
103
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/95903985233
Meeting ID: 959 0398 5233
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
Do you want to learn more about the Saybrook Institutional Review Board (IRB)? Please join us at this intro session designed to explain the role of the IRB in Saybrook research. Representatives from the Saybrook IRB Office come together to discuss what the IRB does to ensure the ethical protection of participants and others in research and the role of the Belmont principles in helping guide research design. Come with questions about the IRB.
Presenters
Dr. Kirwan Rockefeller, Dr. Laura Brewer, & Krystal Woods, Student Project Assistant
College/Unit
ORISP - IRB
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
111
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This session is designed for anyone in the Saybrook community who wants to learn about the Saybrook dissertation timeline and where to find resources to support the dissertation process. This will be a collaborative session with contributions from the Department of Research, Dissertation Services, the IRB Office, and Writing Services.
Presenters
Drs. Laura Brewer, Kirwan Rockefeller
College/Unit
ORISP - Dissertation Services
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
109
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
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This session is Open to:
All Faculty and Students from All Programs
Session Description
Faculty and student presentations, research and inspiring stories from the world of Sport and Performance Psychology. Have a favorite experience? Come and share!
Presenters
Dr. Eric Willmarth, Faculty, & Students
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
107
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/4439773353
Meeting ID: 443 977 3353
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This session is Open to:
Only Students in the Program
Session Description
The core MBM faculty and new students will connect and discuss the academic expectations and strategies to succeed in the program.
Presenters
MBM Core Faculty
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
102
Zoom Information
This session has restricted attendance. Please contact the presenter directly for the Zoom link.
This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
Students going through the dissertation petition or IRB application process, or those preparing to do so in the future, are invited to this open session hosted by the Office of Research Innovation and Sponsored Programs (ORISP) student project assistant Krystal Woods. This is a drop-in session for students at any level who have questions about Mentor Petitions and Mentor IRB, want to learn about types of peer support and assistance, or where to find guidance on the Mentor Petitions and the Mentor IRB systems.
Presenters
Krystal Woods, Student Project Assistant
College/Unit
ORISP - Dissertation Services & IRB
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
112
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
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This session is Open to:
Only Students in the Program
Session Description
The meeting of the Transformative Social Change (TSC) Degree Department includes students and faculty in the TSC MA and PhD programs.
Presenters
Drs. Joel Federman, Joy Meeker, and Laura Turner-Essel
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
106
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/96859674813?pwd=UjNWNmJ2MVJBc01FcE5lcmFzTy93UT09
Meeting ID: 968 5967 4813
Passcode: 756615
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This session is Open to:
All Faculty and Students from All Programs
Session Description
Saybrook University's Sponsored Programs Office supports faculty and students who want to pursue grant-funded research and academic projects. Faculty and students are invited to this session to learn about the new Sponsored Program office and its services. We will provide an overview of our SPIN database of funding opportunities and discuss how you can get an account. We'll answer questions about funded research, including dissertation research. We would love to see you at this session if you want to get grant funding to support your research or want to learn more.
Presenters
Dr. Laura Brewer & Dr. Kirwan Rockefeller
College/Unit
ORISP - Sponsored Programs
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
113
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
The Contemplative End of Life Specialization Community meeting is an inclusive gathering welcoming students across all programs who share an interest in thanatology. This session will provide a unique opportunity to explore the multifaceted aspects of death, dying, and bereavement in a supportive and creative environment. Participants can engage in thoughtful discussions, share insights, and delve into various cultural, psychological, and spiritual perspectives surrounding mysteries intrinsic to our impermanence. The session aims to foster a deeper understanding of mortality while exploring your potential for personal growth and professional development in this specialized field.
Presenters
Dr. Gina Belton, Ph.D.
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
104
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/93763328728?pwd=d9zx3CyZdPWne6nPHm0arIZ3Vortbp.1
Meeting ID: 937 6332 8728
Passcode: 995948
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+1 669 444 9171 US
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This session is Open to:
Only Students enrolled in specific course
Session Description
This 30-minute meeting is for students registered for MBM 0505 Mind-Body-Spirit Integration Seminar (MBSI) to answer questions and prepare for the experience. A Zoom invitation will be sent to each student. The meeting will be recorded and shared with registered students.
Presenters
Selene Kumin Vega, PhD
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
105
Zoom Information
This session has restricted attendance. Please contact the presenter directly for the Zoom link.
This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
To close this VLE day, we will offer an hour of guided mindfulness meditation lead by MBM faculty members. All Saybrookians are invited to join this circle. No previous experience with meditation is required.
Presenters
Luann Fortune and MBM Faculty
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
101
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/97567300849?pwd=ybhItWCzUOojNaaQUhot9q5P6Pwqnx.1
Meeting ID: 975 6730 0849
Passcode: 662370
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Day 2
This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, this session is designed to start your day with balance, breath, and vitality. Our skilled instructor, Dr. Shannon McLain, will guide you through a series of gentle stretches, mindful breathing exercises, and rejuvenating poses to awaken your body and mind. Prepare your space, roll out your mat, and connect your energy with our campus community. Let's embrace the morning together with mindfulness and intention.
Presenters
Dr. Shannon McLain
College/Unit
CIMHS - MBM
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
207
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/97244737491?pwd=BIQt0w8hpgIlL8T5rVg2ByD1I0a23G.1
Meeting ID: 972 4473 7491
Passcode: 250975
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+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
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This session is Open to:
Only Students enrolled in specific course
Session Description
Integrative Wellness Coaching COA5628 Evidence-Based Coaching 2-day Virtual Learning Experience for COA5628 students only.
Presenters
Julie Cerrato
Valerie Worthington
Kathy Soverow
James Weeden
Robin Dickey
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
201
Zoom Information
This session has restricted attendance. Please contact the presenter directly for the Zoom link.
This session is Open to:
Only Students in the Program
Session Description
Open only to students taking the APH5625, Intermediate Hypnosis course.
This workshop will expand on the material in Basic Hypnosis and include conversational inductions and more advanced techniques. Live demonstrations, practice and lectures will be included. You don't want to miss the expertise of Dr. Reid!
Presenters
David Reid, PsyD.
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
Yes
Session Number
206
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/2711634169
This session is Open to:
All Faculty and Students from All Programs
Session Description
All students taking the Basic Hypnosis course (APH/PSY/CSIH 5620) must attend but all are welcome.
Everyone is welcome to come and learn about the World of Hypnosis. Hypnosis is recognized as the first form of psychotherapy and a foundation of the fields of Consciousness and Mind-Body Medicine. This workshop will include demonstrations, videos and discussions which will probably make this the most important experience in your Saybrook career!
Presenters
Eric Willmarth, PhD.
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
Yes
Session Number
204
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/4439773353
Meeting ID: 443 977 3353
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This session is Open to:
All Faculty and Students from All Programs
Session Description
Come and learn about the science behind mind-body medicine and methods of teaching true self-regulation. This workshop will include equipment demonstrations, videos and discussions that will make you wonder how you've missed the wonder of psychophysiological monitoring and biofeedback. Required of all students in APH5622 but open to everyone.
Presenters
Cynthia Kerson, PhD.
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
205
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/5775075064
Meeting ID: 577 507 5064
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+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
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This session is Open to:
Only Students in the Program
Session Description
The virtual learning component of MBM 5666 emphasizes the development of the therapeutic alliance and therapist presence. We also explore the applications of mind-body-spirit techniques in psychotherapy and review the course expectations.
This online course is only open to PhD MBM students in the integrative mental health specialization (or as an elective if students are licensed practitioners in the mental health field).
Presenters
Mark Arcuri, PhD, Selene Kumin Vega, PhD
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
202
Zoom Information
This session has restricted attendance. Please contact the presenter directly for the Zoom link.
This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
Would you like to explore ontology from personal and qualitative research perspectives? This session includes a definition and overview of ontology, including empiricism, interpretivism, realism, pragmatism, and critical theory. Students will consider assumptions and worldviews regarding personal edification and some qualitative research use.
Presenters
Dr. Randy Heinrich, Core Faculty, Department of Research
College/Unit
ORISP - DOR
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
203
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/91087194704
Meeting ID: 910 8719 4704
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+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
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This session is Open to:
Only Students enrolled in specific course
Session Description
This session will provide an overview and introduction to TSC 6615 Overview of Transformative Social Change Interventions. This course is designed to introduce students to the strategies, tactics, and methods used to promote transformative social change. Students will learn how to launch a project, nonprofit organization, or movement, conduct successful meetings and build consensus, develop a strategy and tactics, take effective action, and maintain the change while nurturing his or her well-being. This course will provide students with a broad overview of how to bring about transformative change in social systems on a variety of levels.
Presenters
Drs. Joel Federman, Joy Meeker, and Laura Turner-Essel
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
209
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/93623721064
Meeting ID: 936 2372 1064
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This session is designed for students nearing the dissertation phase, or in the dissertation phase, and dissertation faculty. We will walk through the process of using the Mentor Petitions System, an online application and review platform to document doctoral students' dissertation committees with the Petition to Form Dissertation Committee (PTFDC) and the Petition to Request an External Dissertation Committee Member. The Mentor Petitions platform is also used to document students' dissertation milestones: the dissertation proposal orals and the dissertation defense. In addition to providing an overview of the Mentor Petitions system, we will discuss Mentor Petitions support, including our various office hours. Please come with your Dissertation Services or Mentor Petition questions!
Presenters
Dr. Laura Brewer & Krystal Woods, Student Project Assistant
College/Unit
ORISP - Dissertation Services
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
213
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
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This session is Open to:
Only Students in the Program
Session Description
This lunch meeting is an opportunity for MA students in the TSC program to meet informally together and to share information about their current and planned MA projects.
Presenters
Dr. Joy Meeker
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
210
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/93623721064
Meeting ID: 936 2372 1064
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Session Description
In this session, participants will learn about the dissertation finalization process Saybrook students must participate in to prepare their dissertations for publication. Participants will also learn how students can make sure their dissertations are ready for finalization.
Check out Dissertation Finalization via the Academic Commons for more resources and information: https://tcsedsystem.libguides.com/dissertation_services/dissertation_finalization
You can also contact Allison at [email protected] with any questions.
Presenters
Allison Wall
College/Unit
ORISP - DOR
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
208
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This session will provide an introduction and overview of TSC 7116 Global Civil Society Activism and Social Change. The course will explore the role of global social movements and other civil society efforts in support of transformative change. The course will review current and historical efforts toward global solidarity, including movements in support of human rights, multicultural inclusion, social justice, ecological sustainability, and peace. The course will focus on exploration of initiatives-from local to transnational- that address issues, social problems and social goods through a global lens. It will also provide an opportunity to explore solidarity, including intersectional solidarity, across various social movements.
Presenters
Dr. Joel Federman
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
211
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/96859674813?pwd=UjNWNmJ2MVJBc01FcE5lcmFzTy93UT09
Meeting ID: 968 5967 4813
Passcode: 756615
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Day 3
This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, this session is designed to start your day with balance, breath, and vitality. Our skilled instructor, Dr. Shannon McLain, will guide you through a series of gentle stretches, mindful breathing exercises, and rejuvenating poses to awaken your body and mind. Prepare your space, roll out your mat, and connect your energy with our campus community. Let's embrace the morning together with mindfulness and intention.
Presenters
Dr. Shannon McLain
College/Unit
CIMHS - MBM
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
305
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/97244737491?pwd=BIQt0w8hpgIlL8T5rVg2ByD1I0a23G.1
Meeting ID: 972 4473 7491
Passcode: 250975
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+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
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This session is Open to:
Only Students enrolled in specific course
Session Description
Integrative Wellness Coaching COA5628 Evidence-Based Coaching 2-day Virtual Learning Experience for COA5628 students only.
Presenters
Julie Cerrato
Valerie Worthington
Kathy Soverow
James Weeden
Robin Dickey
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
301
Zoom Information
This session has restricted attendance. Please contact the presenter directly for the Zoom link.
This session is Open to:
All Faculty and Students from All Programs
Session Description
Practice makes perfect and this is the opportunity for APH students to practice professional presentations to a safe and friendly audience for critique and advice. Students present on the psychophysiological topic of their choice. These presentations tend to be great!
Presenters
Drs. Eric Willmarth, Richard Sherman, and Cynthia Kerson
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
309
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/4439773353
Meeting ID: 443 977 3353
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This 7-hour virtual workshop introduces the MBM 5616 Movement Modalities for Wellness course content and expectations. The format of this event is organized around practices that help you get in touch with your body in motion in intriguing and fun ways. We use movement exercises, drawing on movement practices like Qigong, as well as bodily awareness and movement explorations – which are accessible to people with all levels of movement ability or experience. There will also be time for introductions with your colleagues and discussions about your experiences as a mover.
Students enrolled in the MBM 5616 online course are expected to attend the entire session. Attendance is required to remain in the course.
This workshop is also open to students not enrolled in the course; however, participants are expected to arrive on time and stay for the entire event.
Presenters
Ruthann Russo, PhD, Selene Kumin Vega, PhD
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
Yes
Session Number
302
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/97768259571?pwd=nq2H1HT4g9sAjgw3BgNjKhXXF66Xps.1
Meeting ID: 977 6825 9571
Passcode: 901625
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This session will offer an introduction and overview of TSC 6515 Organizing for Community Health & Well-Being. The course will provide an overview of concepts, practice and research related to community health presented within a social change framework. Community Health refers to non-clinical approaches for improving wellness, preventing disease and reducing health disparities through addressing social, behavioral, environmental, economic and medical determinants of health in a given population. In this course, students will use an interdisciplinary lens to example how social environment - including policies, politics, and power - can produce unhealthy circumstances such as poverty, pollution, dangerous working conditions, and modes of food production which critically impact collective health. Students will then examine case studies and conceptual frameworks of liberatory social movements to identify ways that everyday citizens utilize their power to advocate for transformative change at individual, institutional, and policy levels. Finally, students will explore how they might practically apply intersectional organizing strategies in their own professional roles to promote health and well-being within communities.
Presenters
Dr. Laura Turner-Essel
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
306
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/94994595385?pwd=X5KHzai385fhKUkLt3Vazh6VHvnqZu.1
Meeting ID: 949 9459 5385
Passcode: 927726
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+1 646 931 3860 US
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This session is Open to:
Only Students in the Program
Session Description
This session is designed to enhance the Transformative Social Change (TSC) Department Academic Support process, which involves monthly meetings during the fall and spring semesters. We will discuss tangible steps to support academic success for the upcoming semester.
Presenters
Drs. Joel Federman, Joy Meeker, and Laura Turner-Essel
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
307
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/96859674813?pwd=UjNWNmJ2MVJBc01FcE5lcmFzTy93UT09
Meeting ID: 968 5967 4813
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+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
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All Students from All Programs
Session Description
Grounded in the work of Cheng-Tozun’s “Social Justice for the Sensitive Soul: How to Change the World in Quiet Ways,” in this session, participants will explore the intersection between contemplative approaches to end-of-life and transformative social change as an operation toward societal transformation. They will engage in experiential learning and small and large group discussions to support scholar-practitioners in developing capacities for navigating complex social issues while maintaining personal resilience and sustainability.
Objectives:
1. Examine “pathways and possibilities” for integrating contemplative end-of-life practices with social change initiatives, enabling scholar-practitioners to address complex societal issues with enhanced depth and compassion.
2. Analyze practices to cultivate inner strengths, resilience, and effectiveness in roles serving families, communities, and global societies.
3. Evaluate the connections between spiritual approaches to advocacy and social transformation, applying insights to real-world scenarios for impactful and sustainable change.
Presenters
Dr. Gina Belton, Ph.D.
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
304
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/98920667745?pwd=chb3NBLvacEhOKMKDOuLDp76UubbWV.1
Meeting ID: 989 2066 7745
Passcode: 022756
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+1 669 444 9171 US
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This session will offer an introduction and overview of TSC 6555 Creating Media Outreach Campaigns for Social Impact. The aim of this course is to deepen understanding and engagement around the role film and narrative can play in advancing social change. Students will explore the differences between film distribution and impact, what it means to design and manage outreach campaigns, the role of an “impact producer” in this, and the various forms of social change that are possible with film. At the completion of the course, students will be able to discern the impact potential of different narrative forms and connect them to broader opportunities for social change.
Presenters
Toni Bell
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
308
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/3339843961
Meeting ID: 333 984 3961
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+1 360 209 5623 US
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This session is Open to:
Only Students in the Program
Session Description
Open to all APH students, this is a time for APH Department updates, idea generation and a chance for faculty and students to brainstorm. Bring your own chips and enjoy!
Presenters
Drs. Eric Willmarth, Cynthia Kerson, and Richard Sherman
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
310
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/4439773353
Meeting ID: 443 977 3353
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Day 4
This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a beginner, this session is designed to start your day with balance, breath, and vitality. Our skilled instructor, Dr. Shannon McLain, will guide you through a series of gentle stretches, mindful breathing exercises, and rejuvenating poses to awaken your body and mind. Prepare your space, roll out your mat, and connect your energy with our campus community. Let's embrace the morning together with mindfulness and intention.
Presenters
Dr. Shannon McLain
College/Unit
CIMHS - MBM
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
403
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/97244737491?pwd=BIQt0w8hpgIlL8T5rVg2ByD1I0a23G.1
Meeting ID: 972 4473 7491
Passcode: 250975
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+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
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This session is Open to:
Only Students in the Program
Session Description
This session will cover the dissertation process including resources for success. This will be an interactive session designed to provide students with the tools needed to complete a successful dissertation.
Presenters
Jessica Weissman, Gina Gonzalez, Shari Youngblood, Maureen Molinari, Blake Myers
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
401
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/6441455126?omn=97742670764
Meeting ID: 644 145 5126
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+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
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This session is Open to:
Only Students enrolled in specific course
Session Description
All students taking APH5101 Psychophysiological Recording are required to attend the Psychophysiological Recording Workshop during the VLE preceding the semester the course is given. This workshop will demonstrate recordings of the modalities (physiological signals) normally recorded for biofeedback. Students should have their multichannel recording systems such as the Alive or Nexus available so they can follow along with the demonstrations.
Required for 5101!
Presenters
Richard Sherman, PhD
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
409
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/9893241215?pwd=VTQzQ3FiTG5uUGM2dXlEK05obVZ6dz09&omn=98259272294
Meeting ID: 989 324 1215
Passcode: 449994
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+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This seminar will provide an overview of a variety of theoretical and conceptual lenses through which the field of Transformative Social Change (TSC) can be conceived and practiced. We will review liberatory, critical theory, praxis, and transformative learning approaches to TSC. We will discuss research methods that are particularly supportive of TSC learning outcomes and vocational objectives. We will explore a range of skills that are related to the field, including restorative justice, peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and community organizing. Through thematic presentations and participatory exercises, participants will develop their understanding of Transformative Social Change as a multidimensional and cohesive field of study and practice.
Presenters
Drs. Toni Bell, Joel Federman, Joy Meeker, Nikolas Roberts, and Laura Turner-Essel
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
405
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/96859674813?pwd=UjNWNmJ2MVJBc01FcE5lcmFzTy93UT09
Meeting ID: 968 5967 4813
Passcode: 756615
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All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
New to APA formatting? In need of a refresher? Have a lot of APA-related questions? Come to this session and gain a strong foundational understanding of the APA formatting requirements used in student papers across all degree programs at Saybrook.
Presenters
Christina Quirong
College/Unit
ORISP - Writing Center
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
406
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/96498400795?pwd=deU7HjSYUblsgVVlwUVM62v3Hgybvh.1
Meeting ID: 964 9840 0795
Passcode: 091665
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+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
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This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
What would the academic writing process look like if we approached it from a humanistic perspective? In this session, we will explore this question (and more) to learn more about ourselves and our unique approaches to writing.
Presenters
Christina Quirong
College/Unit
ORISP - Writing Center
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
407
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92673090927?pwd=EcGg7TZHXAMuEoPvwFZ39f1TGfhBOI.1
Meeting ID: 926 7309 0927
Passcode: 807454
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+1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This session is designed for doctoral students nearing the dissertation phase, or in the dissertation phase. We will walk through the process of using Mentor IRB to complete and submit an IRB application online. Our Mentor IRB system is an online application and review platform, and the user interface has recently been updated. We will discuss how to complete the required CITI training, navigate the Mentor IRB system, and complete your IRB application. In addition to providing an overview of the Mentor IRB system and application, we will discuss IRB support, including our various office hours. Please come with your IRB or Mentor IRB questions!
Presenters
Dr. Kirwan Rockefeller, Dr. Laura Brewer & Krystal Woods, Student Project Assistant
College/Unit
ORISP - IRB
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
411
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
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+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
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This session is Open to:
Only Students in the Program
Session Description
This lunch meeting is an informal gathering for all Transformative Social Change (TSC) students, hosted by TSC Peer Mentors.
Presenters
PhD Student Peer Mentors: Megan Graves, Ana Johnson, Michael Adams, and Katrina Sczesny
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
404
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/96859674813?pwd=UjNWNmJ2MVJBc01FcE5lcmFzTy93UT09
Meeting ID: 968 5967 4813
Passcode: 756615
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+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
Required for students enrolled in the QEEG course APH5561. Others may observer this important skills course. You will get hooked!
Presenters
Cynthia Kerson, PhD.
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
410
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/5775075064
Meeting ID: 577 507 5064
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+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
Find your local number: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/u/ab4JwKZ9AD
This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This seminar will provide an overview of a variety of theoretical and conceptual lenses through which the field of Transformative Social Change (TSC) can be conceived and practiced. We will review liberatory, critical theory, praxis, and transformative learning approaches to TSC. We will discuss research methods that are particularly supportive of TSC learning outcomes and vocational objectives. We will explore a range of skills that are related to the field, including restorative justice, peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and community organizing. Through thematic presentations and participatory exercises, participants will develop their understanding of Transformative Social Change as a multidimensional and cohesive field of study and practice.
Presenters
Drs. Toni Bell, Joel Federman, Joy Meeker, Nikolas Roberts, and Laura Turner-Essel
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
408
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/96859674813?pwd=UjNWNmJ2MVJBc01FcE5lcmFzTy93UT09
Meeting ID: 968 5967 4813
Passcode: 756615
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+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This session is for students interested in learning more about the new Specialization in Teaching and Advanced Research (STAR). This informal interest session allows students to learn about the program and ask questions relative to the courses and the Student Research Symposium. Dr. Ladd and Dr. Cox will discuss the current stage of development, describe the courses, and share important information regarding this exciting new program.
Presenters
Dr. Walker Ladd, Chair, Department of Research; Dr. Kimberley Cox, Core Faculty and Project Lead, STAR
College/Unit
ORISP - DOR
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
402
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/98785368717
Meeting ID: 987 8536 8717
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+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
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This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
NOTE: This event is being held live at the Saybrook Residential Learning Experience (RLE) and also broadcast via Zoom to the VLE audience.
Session Description
Psi Chi, the International Honor Society in Psychology, was founded in 1929 with a mission to encourage excellence in scholarship and advance the science of psychology. More than three-quarters of a million-lifetime members have joined, including Distinguished Members such as Drs. Albert Bandura, B. F. Skinner, and Phillip Zimbardo. Join us in this hybrid ceremony and celebration as we induct Saybrook Psi Chi members. Learn more about how you can become a member and its benefits.
Presenters
Student Speakers: Chinmay Surpur, Tyler Gamlen, Kathryn Elms, Vickya Leslie
Faculty Mentor: Vanessa Brown, PsyD
College/Unit
Clinical Psychology
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
412
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://tcsedsystem-hipaa.zoom.us/j/96753175315?pwd=MJJvbv8oxjw9Cwqh0N1Q5DozFbidyv.1
Day 5
This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
Discover serenity and boost your vitality by joining our Guided Tai Chi Session. Suitable for all experience levels, this session will help you cultivate balance, peace, and inner strength. Led by Dr. Carlos Santos, you will be guided through graceful movements, mindful breathing exercises, and meditative practices aimed at enhancing both physical and mental well-being. Tai Chi's gentle, flowing nature makes it accessible and beneficial for everyone. Create a quiet space, wear comfortable clothing, and connect with a like-minded community from the comfort of your home. Let's come together to embrace calmness and positive energy.
Presenters
Carlos Santo, MS, NMD
College/Unit
CIMHS - MBM
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
505
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/my/carlos.santo
This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
Join Dr. Traci Meadows as she offers a realistic view of the dissertation journey. She will share her recent experiences throughout the proposal and dissertation timelines while discussing how her emotional, mental, and physical ups and downs shaped her process. This session is intended for those interested in an honest account of the challenges and successes through one scholar's experience to illuminate essential facets and strategies as they engage in their academic journey.
Presenters
Traci Meadows, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Teaching and Research Fellow, Department of Research
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
501
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/97830587293
Meeting ID: 978 3058 7293
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+1 646 931 3860 US
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This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
It’s strategic planning time!! Join Interim President Dr. Robyn Parker and members of the Saybrook 2030 Strategic Planning Committee for a student input session. Hear updates on how the university performed against its 2025 plan and provide ideas about what you’d like to see included in our next strategic plan. We hope you will join us in this critical conversation.
Presenters
Dr. Robyn Parker
College/Unit
Academic Affairs
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
512
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/93087365877
Meeting ID: 930 8736 5877
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1 305 224 1968 US
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This seminar will provide an overview of a variety of theoretical and conceptual lenses through which the field of Transformative Social Change (TSC) can be conceived and practiced. We will review liberatory, critical theory, praxis, and transformative learning approaches to TSC. We will discuss research methods that are particularly supportive of TSC learning outcomes and vocational objectives. We will explore a range of skills that are related to the field, including restorative justice, peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and community organizing. Through thematic presentations and participatory exercises, participants will develop their understanding of Transformative Social Change as a multidimensional and cohesive field of study and practice.
Presenters
Drs. Toni Bell, Joel Federman, Joy Meeker, Nikolas Roberts, and Laura Turner-Essel
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
506
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/96859674813?pwd=UjNWNmJ2MVJBc01FcE5lcmFzTy93UT09
Meeting ID: 968 5967 4813
Passcode: 756615
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+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
The workshop is in two parts. The first is a three-hour introduction to SPSS provided by the Department of Research. The second is a one-day workshop provided by the Department of Applied Psychophysiology during which students learn and practice statistical techniques used in psychophysiology not covered by the Research Department’s introduction.
Students must have SPSS loaded into their computers before attending the learning experience. Students can get assistance from the Help Desk with downloading the program. Please see the link below for instructions how to install SPSS.
Presenters
Richard Sherman, PhD.
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
508
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/9893241215?pwd=VTQzQ3FiTG5uUGM2dXlEK05obVZ6dz09&omn=98259272294
Meeting ID: 989 324 1215
Passcode: 449994
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+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
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This session is Open to:
All Faculty and Students from All Programs
Session Description
The Saybrook Academic Commons is a shared online environment comprised of Academic Affairs departments supporting academic advancement and research. All members of the Saybrook community are invited to this session to learn more about how this multi-layered network can help teaching, learning, and research via collaboration, connection, and interactive, integrated academic support. We will introduce you to the leaders of our Academic Commons, explain individual department services, and explain how we work together to improve your success.
Presenters
Dr. Laura Brewer, Laura Rice, Christina Quirong, Dr. Kirwan Rockefeller, Dr. Walker Ladd, & Ray Bailey
College/Unit
ORISP - Academic Commons
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
509
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/91866906635
Meeting ID: 918 6690 6635
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+1 305 224 1968 US
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This session is Open to:
All Faculty and Students from All Programs
Session Description
This grant-writing session focuses on developing qualitative and quantitative funding applications. Participants will be familiarized with the components of both types of funding applications and introduced to some of the more popular grant mechanisms. Dr. Gillespie and Dr. DeDecker share their recent grant experiences and guide those wishing to learn more! Resources from the Office of Research, Innovation, and Sponsored Projects will be shared to help students get started!
Presenters
Dr. Elena Gillespie, Dr. Jenny DeDecker
College/Unit
ORISP - DOR
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
502
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/95490803909
Meeting ID: 954 9080 3909
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+1 305 224 1968 US
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
Students going through the dissertation petition or IRB application process, or those preparing to do so in the future, are invited to this open session hosted by the Office of Research Innovation and Sponsored Programs (ORISP) student project assistant Krystal Woods. This is a drop-in session for students at any level who have questions about Mentor Petitions and Mentor IRB, want to learn about types of peer support and assistance or where to find guidance on the Mentor Petitions and the Mentor IRB systems.
Presenters
Krystal Woods, Student Project Assistant
College/Unit
ORISP - Dissertation Services & IRB
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
511
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
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+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
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This session is Open to:
All of Saybrook Community
Session Description
This session is for students who want to learn more about RES 2500 Quantitative Data Collection and Statistics. Students will review the course components and explore the learning activities to understand how this course prepares students to design and implement research that includes quantitative data. Strategies for successful completion will be reviewed.
Presenters
Dr. Kimberley Cox, Core Faculty, Department of Research
College/Unit
ORISP - DOR
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
503
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/94455836743
Meeting ID: 944 5583 6743
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+1 646 931 3860 US
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
During this session, student researchers will learn about how to use Sponsored Programs resources to locate possible funding for dissertation research.
Presenters
Dr. Laura Brewer, Krystal Woods, Student Project Assistant
College/Unit
ORISP - Sponsored Programs
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
510
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/92462229956
Meeting ID: 924 6222 9956
Dial by your location
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
Find your local number: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/u/abp4RrKuyw
This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
This seminar will provide an overview of a variety of theoretical and conceptual lenses through which the field of Transformative Social Change (TSC) can be conceived and practiced. We will review liberatory, critical theory, praxis, and transformative learning approaches to TSC. We will discuss research methods that are particularly supportive of TSC learning outcomes and vocational objectives. We will explore a range of skills that are related to the field, including restorative justice, peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and community organizing. Through thematic presentations and participatory exercises, participants will develop their understanding of Transformative Social Change as a multidimensional and cohesive field of study and practice.
Presenters
Drs. Toni Bell, Joel Federman, Joy Meeker, Nikolas Roberts, and Laura Turner-Essel
College/Unit
CSS - TSC
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
507
Zoom Information
Zoom Link: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/96859674813?pwd=UjNWNmJ2MVJBc01FcE5lcmFzTy93UT09
Meeting ID: 968 5967 4813
Passcode: 756615
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+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
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This session is Open to:
All Students from All Programs
Session Description
In this session, participants will explore the intersection of Terror Management Theory, Mignolo and Walsh’s concept of the “decolonial option,” and contemplative end-of-life approaches. They will examine how our unconscious fears of death shape societal attitudes, critique colonial influences on mortality perspectives, and explore the decolonial option and contemplative practices for transforming end-of-life care to discover innovative, culturally responsive approaches to death and dying.
Objectives:
1. Analyze the key principles of Terror Management Theory, the Decolonial Option, and contemplative end-of-life approaches, identifying their intersections and unique contributions to understanding mortality.
2. Evaluate how colonial perspectives have shaped societal attitudes towards death and dying and critique these influences using decolonial frameworks.
3. Synthesize insights from Terror Management Theory and decolonial thinking to design contemplative practices that address existential anxiety in culturally responsive ways.
Presenters
Dr. Gina Belton, Ph.D.
College/Unit
CIMHS
Requirement for Program
No
Session Number
504
Zoom Information
ZOOM LINK: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/j/94456004207?pwd=xzKrTlNjrcGlMAmOamziEnD1udD9bc.1
Meeting ID: 944 5600 4207
Passcode: 438353
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+1 669 444 9171 US
Find your local number: https://tcsedsystem.zoom.us/u/abU8VALYSM
FAQs
How can I receive a copy of the schedule of events?
The VLE schedule is located under the 'Agenda' tab on the registration site!
How do I register and select sessions?
Please visit VLE Resources for the PDF instructions.
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Under the 'Agenda' tab on the registration site please toggle the button for 'More' to view session descriptions and zoom link information!
What is the purpose of the Virtual Learning Experience?
Saybrook's Virtual Learning Experiences bring students, faculty, and amazing speakers together to participate in an exceptional learning environment tailored to providing a safe and supportive space for student's inquisitiveness and eagerness to learn. Activities during the VLE are designed to expand on the knowledge from coursework, to practice clinical skills, and to participate in professional development through lectures, workshops, invited talks, roundtables, courses, and seminars as well as formal and informal meetings and discussions with faculty, advisors, and peers.
What is the theme of the Spring 2025 VLE?
The theme for Spring 2025 VLE is: Cultivating Inner Strengths for Scholar-Practitioners in the Service of Families, Communities, and Societies.
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Keynote Speaker: Dr. Ruthann Russo
A meditation on the relationship among health equity, the Indigenous science of permaculture, and integrative health practices
Our ancestors knew that living in harmony with nature and Mother Earth is essential for human beings to be well. Caring for health was and ought to be a natural resource and a right to which everyone is entitled. In this discussion, we explore the relationship among universal Indigenous beliefs, illustrated through the principles of permaculture, together with traditional medicine and derivative integrative health practices. They each consider the whole person within the whole system, observe how the parts relate and connect, and design methods to mend systemic problems in a sustainable manner. In our discussion we will consider whether it is possible that these concepts may be woven together and used to not only create equitable access to health and healthcare, but also break down the barriers that perpetuate injustice.
About Dr. Russo:
As an integrative health practitioner advocating for health equity and justice, I provide affordable community acupuncture at the Zen Den in New Jersey and serve as co-principal investigator for the Community-Based Maternal and Infant Health Equity Research Study sponsored by Tammy Murphy, the First Lady of New Jersey. I have proudly served Saybrook University as an adjunct faculty member in Mind-Body Medicine since 2014. With a PhD in Mind-Body Medicine from Saybrook University as one of my four earned doctorate degrees, I am unconditionally committed to lifelong learning.
Strategic Planning Session
Psi Chi Induction Ceremony, Thursday, Jan 9, 7:15pm, Session 412 to join!
Get Help
*These resources are specifically available during the week of the Virtual Learning Experience (VLE).
IT (ZOOM connection or Tech issues related to the VLE):
Dedicated IT VLE Help Line:
For Zoom or tech issues related to the VLE, call the dedicated IT VLE Help Line at 626-529-8409.
This line will be available all hours and days the VLE is running and is ONLY for VLE-related issues.
Regular IT Help Desk Line (Non-RC issues):
Don't call the dedicated IT VLE Help Line for non-VLE issues.
Instead, call the regular IT Help Desk at 1-800-747-8367 or 312-467-8600.
Conference Questions (Scheduling, General Questions, etc.):
Spring Continuing Education Workshop 2025 in Los Angeles, California!
Do you plan to be in Los Angeles for the Residential Learning Experience (RLE)? Check out the Continuing Education Workshops.
See workshop details and registration link below.
