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Spiritual Practices

Across the world, spiritual traditions share a common thread: meditation, contemplation, and other practices that help us connect more deeply. Join our Office of Religious and Spiritual Life’s meditation, contemplation, and divination practice groups to explore these traditions in a welcoming, inclusive space. All students and staff are invited, no matter your background or experience.

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BUDDHIST MEDITATION

Join us to practice Buddhist meditation and build community. We explore methods from the Theravada/Vipassana, Zen, and Tibetan Vajrayana traditions, along with Buddhist philosophy, poetry, art, and holidays. All are welcome, including newcomers and beginners.

For more info and schedule: Mark Miller, Director of Buddhist Life

Christian Contemplative Practices

CHRISTIAN CONTEMPLATIVE PRACTICES

Join us to explore meditative and contemplative practices of Christianity that date back to the time of Jesus, drawing from different branches of the faith that continue today. Sessions are facilitated by Rev. Jim Burklo, retired Senior Associate Dean of Religious Life at USC.

When: Wednesdays at 5:00 pm on Zoom
For Zoom link/other info: Jim Burklo
Videos: YouTube

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DIVINATION PRACTICE GROUP

Join the Divination Practice Group, a collaborative and inclusive space to explore divination methods such as geomancy, oracle, scrying, runes, dream work, astrology, sigils, tarot, I Ching, and more. Co-led by participants, the group welcomes both seasoned practitioners and curious beginners to share, learn, and deepen their understanding of these age-old arts.

When: Wednesdays at 4:00 pm

For more info; contact Robin Mitchell Stroud.

Mindful USC

MINDFUL USC

Join us for free in-person and online mindfulness classes, retreats, experiences, and drop-in groups taught by seasoned instructors and student ambassadors. Open to students, faculty, staff, and alumni, our offerings are designed to build community and support transformation, wisdom, and well-being.

For more info: mindful@usc.edu.

MTO Sufi Association Fall 2024

TAMARKOZ SUFI MUSLIM MEDITATION

Join us to experience Tamarkoz, an ancient practice rooted in Islamic Sufism that cultivates self-awareness through concentration and meditation. Explore a holistic path to health, happiness, fulfillment, and well-being, led by Padideh Nazarian of the USC MTO Sufi Association.

Meeting link: Zoom Link | Meeting ID: 916 9347 5111
For more info: Padideh Nazarian