Sofia University News
March 2021
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Three Sofia Students are Awarded Scholarships through the ITP Alliance |
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Congratulations Barbara Spanier, Colleen DeJoseph, and Courtney Stratton, the three Sofia doctorate students awarded scholarships through the ITP Alliance. The award was designed to recognize and support research that addresses social justice issues as they relate to transpersonal psychology.
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Meet the Scholarship Recipients |
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Barbara Spanier
PhD in Transpersonal Psychology, 2022
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"I’m thankful for the ITP Alliance scholarship as it will aid in my research as I endeavor to advocate for women in abusive relationships."
Essay Title: "What is Internal Family Systems' role combined with transpersonal practices as an intervention for Christian woman recovering from intimate partner violence.
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Collen DeJoseph
PhD in Transpersonal Psychology, 2021
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"The scholarship is meaningful to me as it will help with paying the fees associated with completing my dissertation."
Essay Title: "What is the impact of having an anomalous spiritual/religious experience misdiagnosed by the Western Medical Model of psychiatry?"
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Courtney Stratton
PhD in Transpersonal Psychology, 2022
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"As a passionate advocate for the survivors of spiritual abuse, I have dedicated a large portion of my professional and scholastic life to understanding and bringing awareness to this lesser-known and traumatic experience. My scholarly pursuits are focused on contributing research and expansion on this topic in order to support therapists and survivors on the transformational healing journey. This scholarship signifies to me that my work is valued and backed by other scholars in the transpersonal psychology community, demonstrated by belief and encouragement of my work as well as through financial investment in my future goals of bringing my work to a larger audience through workshops and authoring books. I am so grateful for the support."
Essay Title: "What are the transformative elements of healing from spiritual abuse?"
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MBA Professor Receives "Most Promising New Textbook" Award |
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Tracy L. Tuten, Ph.D., MBA faculty member at Sofia, was awarded the "Most Promising New Textbook" by the Textbook & Academic Authors Association (TAA). Dr. Tuten's textbook is among ten others that are recognized for their excellence in 1st edition textbook and learning materials.
The book may look familiar to students from our MBA program since it's used in the marketing course (MBA 3008).
Congratulations, Dr. Tracy Tuten on this amazing contribution to our Sofia community and beyond!
If you'd like to view the full list of awards and find out more information on the ceremony taking place on March 19, 2021, please visit the TAA Online site. |
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Here's what the judges had to say: |
"Principles of Marketing for a Digital Age is a wonderful introduction for an aspiring marketer that rightfully places the customers and their needs as the primary focal point for the inception of any marketing strategy." |
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Women's History Month 2021 |
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March is Women's History Month. Sofia recognizes and celebrates all women! |
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For #InternationalWomensDay on March 8th, we wanted to give praise to all of the brave and courageous women that set the stage for women everywhere. Together, we can ensure that the female voice is heard and work toward a better and brighter tomorrow!
In the words of Michelle Obama - “There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish”.
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Image credit: Graphic courtesy of the Smithsonian Institution. |
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Check out the 'Girlhood (It's Complicated)' art exhibit, and other amazing virtual resources and events celebrating all things women by visiting womenshistorymonth.gov
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Meet Sofia's New Dissertation Assistant, Kailer Miller |
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Welcome, Kaila! We're thrilled to have you part of the Sofia community and onboard helping your fellow Sofia students with their dissertations.
Learn more about Kaila and her journey at Sofia. You can reach Kaila directly by emailing dissertation@sofia.edu.
"When I was in kindergarten, I was convinced I was going to grow up and become a “Person who helps others solve their problems peacefully” vs. a firefighter or a teacher. Now that I am a mom to four, I have learned that my passion is less about peace (4 kids, remember, so it’s peaceful only when they sleep) and more about how we get up after life serves us happenings that maybe aren’t “peaceful”. I am a lover of humanity and all its brokenness. It is in our brokenness that we have a great opportunity to rebuild. My motto is: be the type of person you want to see in the world.
I am a Master of Art in Counseling Psychology student, in my first quarter. Every day I am one step closer to actualizing my dream of becoming an MFT, but I won’t stop there. I will be continuing on and getting my PhD with my dissertation topic around healing trauma through art. I recently finished writing a book titled, Am I Changed? It is a memoir about a therapeutic boarding school.
I can relate to most of you in this program because I know how it feels to pour your heart and soul into a project and have it materialized into words on a page. I am here to support you on your path through your dissertation process, from FORMS to a reminder that you can do it. I support you!"
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Doctorate Program Professor has chapter, 'Science, Soul and Death', Published
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Congratulations Marilyn Schlitz, PhD, for her addition of ‘Science, Soul and Death’, the latest chapter to be included in Expanding Science.
Dr. Marilyn Schlitz is a professor for the Doctorate in Transpersonal Psychology program at Sofia, an acclaimed social scientist, award-winning author, and charismatic public speaker.
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What is 'Science, Soul and Death' about?
The chapter addresses the provocative questions surrounding death. What, if anything, happens after we die and how does the act of seeking answers to these questions affect our daily lives? We have been reflecting on these questions throughout history, with answers being offered from religion and philosophy. Such answers have ranged from total nihilism to eternal peace in heaven, to utter contempt for even bothering to think about such things Modern science has been relatively slow to give these types of questions the serious attention they deserve. However, some researchers, especially those who have rejected simple materialism, have begun to build bridges between ancient spiritual insights and modern scientific theory. Indeed, it would not be an exaggeration to say that the postmaterialist approach to science is leading to what, historian of science, Thomas Kuhn would refer to as a paradigm shift. But the fundamental shift is not actually in science (at least not solely within science): it is more of a philosophical shift with extraordinary implications for science, and society as a whole.
What does this mean for you and the work you're doing and how does this tie into transpersonal psychology?
At its core, transpersonal studies seek to move beyond a strictly materialistic science to embrace the full range of human experiences. Topics of death and the soul are key elements of a transpersonal perspective. The goal of this study is to examine a post-materialistic science about death to help transform fear and anxiety about death to hope and curiosity. The chapter offers a philosophical approach to science, calling for a paradigm shift that fundamentally embraces the transpersonal. This includes near-death experiences, out-of-body experiences, and reports of past lives. Is there a place for these experiences in our paradigm of reality? The transpersonal approach says yes.
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As Sofia continues to monitor the developments surrounding the pandemic, we would like to announce that we are actively pursuing a goal to return to a normal on-campus experience with in-person classes, seminars, and intensives this fall.
The rapid progress of vaccines presents hope and promise as we look toward the light at what has been a long and difficult tunnel.
If you would like to share thoughts, opinions, or suggestions to assist in making the transition a smooth one, please email studentservices@sofia.edu. We appreciate any and all input during this time.
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Upcoming Sofia Events & Dates |
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Mar. 23 - Apr. 4: School Recess
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Mar. 24-25, Mar. 29 - Apr. 1 & Apr. 5 - Apr. 8: MA in Counseling Psychology Intensive
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Mar. 27 - Mar. 31: MA & PhD in Transpersonal Psychology Seminar
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Mar. 31: Orientation for Campus Programs
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Apr. 5: First day of Spring Classes
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Announcing the Spring MATP/PHD Seminar Theme |
This year's Spring 2021 Seminar theme is "Healing & Wholeness: Walking the Middle Way."
Students will be exploring the middle way, the path of balance and harmony, walking together toward greater truth, hope, and love.
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