Consciousness & Spirituality

The Consciousness and Spirituality (CSP) concentration is designed for students who wish to explore dimensions of consciousness both within and beyond the definitions of conventional thinking. It includes exploration into theories of consciousness; creativity; the study of exceptional human abilities; anomalous phenomena; hypnosis; meditation; the relationship of mind, body, and spirit; and traditional spiritual practices. The integrated study of consciousness and spirituality offers ways of understanding people’s inner worlds as accessed through such methods as depth psychology, self-regulation, inner healing, mental imaging, the arts, dream work, and contemplative practice. The study of consciousness as it relates to people’s outer world is approached through methods ranging from psychophysiology and other empirical investigations, to explorations of work and community life, interpersonal relationships, and social action.