Emergent Studies Institute would like to share a few of their amazing programs this Spring with you and with only one more week to sign-up things are moving fast.
Enrichment courses, or what you could call our general electives are designed for anyone to take no matter what your education level! Feel free to contact us right away to reserve your spot.
All of these courses are 14 weeks in length and cost only $600. They can count toward one of our future degree programs or simply a way for you to learn as a group about something that interests you or you are passionate about.
Discover these are many more innovative courses this year at Emergent.
If you would like to take one of these courses all you have to do is fill out an online application. We will be waiving all applications fees to welcome you to our institute.
ENR101
Title: Aspects of Visionary Art and the Sacred
Instructor: Suzy Adra, M.A.
Length: 14 Weeks
Tuition: $600 plus fees
Credits: 3
Course Description: This course is a historical overview of visionary art, its definitions, philosophies, characteristics, and master figures. Visionary art is that which comes from the inner world or the soul, and translates that which is numinous. The course will include, and is not limited to the production of a final project, with a sacred art theme, using the medium of choice. The project will be discussed and critiqued as a group.
ENR104
Title: Creativity and the Divine Feminine
Instructor: Jessica Bowman, M.A.
Length: 14 Weeks
Tuition: $600 plus fees
Credits: 3
Course Description: This course will explore the transformative relationship between the creation of art and the pursuit of spirituality through the feminist lens. The basis of this work is the understanding that all have the right to see women portrayed as a sacred entity and that creativity as a sacred practice can lead to personal transformation and healing. Aspects of contemporary symbolism, intentional creativity, and sacred modalities will be combined to facilitate a deeper connection to the Divine.
Required Books:
Title: Creativity
Author: Mathew Fox
Publisher: Tarcher
ISBN #1585423297
Title: Celebrate the Divine Feminine
Author: Joy Reichard
Publisher: Joy Reichard
ISBN # 0615904750
Order your books before class through Amazon and ESI will receive a small donation. Simply follow the link provided and make your purchase normally. ESI will receive a small amount of money in return as an Amazon Associate.
ENR105
Title: Dancing the Sacred Wheel
Instructor: Dr. Martha Brumbaugh, PhD
Length: 14 Weeks
Tuition: $600 plus fees
Credits: 3
Course Description: The Wheel of the Year is common to many of the indigenous peoples of the earth. This course will examine the seven directions in a cross-cultural approach to creating altars, rituals, and daily practices. We will focus on the lived-experience of each direction through keeping a journal, sharing visual pieces, poetry, prose, and music. The course is designed for everyone, regardless of experience or spiritual path.
Required Books:
Title: Wheel of the Year: Living the Magical Life
Author: Pauline Campanelli
Publisher: Llewellyn Publications
ISBN #0-87542-091-5
Title: Living in Gratitude: Mastering the Art of Giving Thanks Every Day
Author: Angeles Arrien
Publisher: Sounds True, Inc.
ISBN #978-1-6047-984-5
Suggested Reading:
Title: The Grandmother of Time: A Women’s Book of Celebrations, Spells, and Sacred Objects for Every Month of the Year
Author: Zsuzanna E. Budapest
Publisher: Harper One or Harper and Row San Francisco
ISBN #0062501097 or 978-0062501097
Order your books before class through Amazon and ESI will receive a small donation. Simply follow the link provided and make your purchase normally. ESI will receive a small amount of money in return as an Amazon Associate.
ENR107
Title: Spirit Emerging: Traditional Healing Systems & Attuning to Your Healing Path
Instructor: Dr. Amber Balk, PhD
Length: 14 Weeks
Tuition: $600 plus fees
Credits: 3
Course Description: In this 14-week online course, we will access our healing gifts through spiritual practice. We’ll learn about worldwide traditions, gain practical tools, and share our sacred journeys by utilizing the flexibility and versatility of the online classroom! Come explore spiritual and healing traditions and deepen your spiritual gifts.
ENR114
Title: Social Justice and The Creative Muse
Instructors: Keisha Thorpe, MFA-W and Adrian Mack, M.A.
Length: 14 Weeks
Tuition: $600 plus fees
Credits: 3
Course Description: The muse of creativity and social movements are inexplicably linked. This course will explore those linkages via the creative outlets of music, literature, film, images, & performance, beginning with the Civil Rights Movement to present day.
Books: The faculty members will provide all of the required reading for this course.
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