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- [MIU Students Launch Online Literary Magazine](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2018/02/21/miu-students-launch-online-literary-magazine/) - Students in MIU’s BFA in Creative Writing program recently launched Metafore, a new online literary magazine that publishes poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction. The idea to create the journal started with creative writing student James Davidson, who noticed a new trend in literary publishing: in addition to MFA programs, now BFA programs are publishing literary
- [Michael's test post](https://www.miu.edu/michaels-test-post/) - h1 headline h2 headline h3 headline h4 headline h5 headline h6 headline h7 headline Link
- [Dr. Fred Travis' New Research Project](https://www.miu.edu/dr-fred-travis-new-research-project/) - Dr. Fred Travis is working on an exciting new project! He and his research team are investigating effects of listening to Vedic chanting on EEG patterns. Their preliminary findings are that, compared to brain patterns during TM practice, listening to Vedic recitation leads to higher coherence in the Alpha1 frequency, the frequency seen during transcending, and
- [The 5 Best Quotes from David Lynch's Commencement Q&A](https://www.miu.edu/the-5-best-quotes-from-david-lynchs-commencement-qa/) - On June 18, 2016, Maharishi International University was honored to have filmmaker extraordinaire David Lynch participate in the 2016 commencement ceremony, where he directly answered the questions of the graduating class. Read on for Dr. Lynch's top 5 recommendations for "catching the big fish." On creating leaders: "I think this is the definition of a great leader: someone
- [MIU's Sustainable Living Center Recognized for Energy Efficiency](https://www.miu.edu/miu-sustainable-living-center-recognized-for-energy-efficiency/) - Maharishi International University's Schwartz-Guich Sustainable Living Center has caught the attention of Getting to Net Zero, an organization that keeps track of ultra-efficient buildings and their energy usage. According to their calculations, the Sustainable Living Center’s net Energy Use Intensity (EUI) was -0.5 in 2015, indicating that the building produced 5 percent more energy than it used.
- [Congressman Tim Ryan Presents Graduation Address at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/congressman-tim-ryan-presents-graduation-address-at-miu/) - Congressman Tim Ryan (D-OH) was interrupted numerous times by applause from a packed house in the Golden Dome of Maharishi International University as he detailed the far-reaching and unique achievements of this flagship model for Consciousness-Based education. Spring-boarding off a proposal by physicist Steven Hawking that we must colonize Mars and the Moon, Ryan offered
- [MIU Green Iowa AmeriCorps Team Receives Award for Innovation](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2017/07/28/miu-green-iowa-americorps-team-receives-award-for-innovation/) - We are proud to announce that the MIU Green Iowa AmeriCorps team is the winner of Americorps' Service Year Alliance Higher Education Award for Innovative Campus-Corps Partnership! The Green Iowa team is based on our campus and supports environmental stewardship throughout Fairfield and Jefferson County, Iowa. Services offered by the team include low-cost residential energy
- [MIU Named a Top 10 Iowa College by Schools.com](https://www.miu.edu/miu-named-a-top-10-iowa-college-by-schools-com/) - MIU has been named as one of Iowa's best 4-year colleges in a new list from Schools.com! Our university came in #8 on the list, alongside many other well-known institutions including Iowa State University, University of Iowa, and Briar Cliff University. Data used to create the list came from U.S. Department of Education sources and
- [Students in Lynch MA Begin Filming](https://www.miu.edu/students-in-lynch-ma-begin-filming/) - Students in the David Lynch MA in Film are gearing up to film their final projects, with some even starting production late last month. In preparation for filming, the students have posted crowdfunding pages about their projects. Each page gives information about the projects and the filmmakers, and typically also includes a video as well
- [Brenton Schwartz: On Both Sides of the Camera](https://www.miu.edu/brenton-schwartz-on-both-sides-of-the-camera/) - Brenton Schwartz just received his bachelor’s degree in media and communications and the outstanding student award from the department. Not only did Brenton do well in his film classes, but he volunteered for several projects directed by the David Lynch MA film students. Brenton was born near Washington, D.C., and learned the Transcendental Meditation technique
- [David Lynch MFA Alum Finalist for Student Academy Awards](https://www.miu.edu/david-lynch-mfa-alum-nominated-for-student-academy-awards/) - On Monday, August 1st, the finalists for the Student Academy Awards were announced. Among them was Maharishi International University's own Johnny Coffeen. The 2015 graduate of the David Lynch Graduate School of Cinematic Arts was chosen as a finalist in the "Alternative" category for his thesis film The Swan Girl. Coffeen is the first student from
- [Student Film Wins Awards at Major Film Festivals](https://www.miu.edu/student-film-wins-awards-at-major-film-festivals/) - Monica Demes, who graduated from the David Lynch MFA in 2015, has been winning awards and gaining attention at international film festivals for the film she created while a student at MIU – “Lilith’s Awakening.” Having first won awards in the Iowa Motion Picture Association for best director, best actress, and best cinematography, her film
- [MIU Alum Brings Yoga to Inner-City Wilmington](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/08/25/flyogi-an-interview-with-miu-alumni-jason-aviles/) - FLYOGI’s mission is to bring yoga to all people “no matter shape, size, gender, or profession.”
- [MIU Student Creates P.E.A.C.E.](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2018/12/04/miu-student-creates-p-e-a-c-e/) - MIU student Cheyanne Holliday has been running a non-profit organization called P.E.A.C.E. since 2017. P.E.A.C.E. stands for Promoting Equality, Acceptance, and Compassion Everywhere. The PEACE organization, currently run in Fairfield, is made of current MIU students and alums who Cheyenne describes as "Motivated to liberate all exploited, enslaved and oppressed beings through acts of love,
- [BBC and NACE Report Good News for MIU MBAs](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/04/09/bbc-and-nace-report-good-news-for-miu-mbas/) - MBA graduates are in high demand. A recent BBC article on the currently “bullish” market for graduating MBAs proclaimed this the “best market in years” for MBAs seeking employment. “It's going to be a (graduating) students' market for the next 15-plus years,” Steve Schroeder, assistant dean at the University of Wisconsin's School of Business, said
- [Construction Begins on Solar ‘Meg-Array’ to Power MIU Campus](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2018/04/24/construction-begins-on-solar-meg-array-to-power-miu-campus/) - Construction has begun on a 1.1 megawatt solar field with 1.1 megawatt battery storage system to serve about one-third of the electricity consumption of the MIU campus. A five-acre field of solar panels will be installed on University-owned land just west of the main campus and connected by underground cable to the University substation. Solar
- [MIU Students Launch Medicinal Mushrooms Business](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2018/12/04/miu-students-launch-medicinal-mushrooms-business/) - Members of the new Sustainable Living Business Club are currently raising startup funds for a venture that will grow and sell lion’s mane mushrooms, which are edible and are said to be good for one’s health. “Lion’s mane is a kind of mushroom that has lots of medicinal properties and is really good for a person’s brain,
- [100% of Dining Hall Food Waste Now Being Composted](https://www.miu.edu/100-of-dining-hall-food-waste-now-being-composted/) - Since late December, all of the food waste from Annapurna Dining Hall —leftovers from veggie prep, leftover food in serving trays at the end of a meal, and diners' uneaten food deposited in the colored bins — is being composted, amounting to about 720 lbs per day. The compost is used by the MIU Student
- [5 Things to Know About Permaculture](https://www.miu.edu/5-things-to-know-about-permaculture/) - Permaculture is a permanent solution to our unsustainable agriculture system and our general way of living. To implement permaculture is to work with ecology in such a way that we leave the Earth more beautiful than when we found it. Read on to learn five things you may not already know about this technique: Look
- [$10,000 Grant Brings Total New Trees to Approximately 240 on Maharishi U Campus](https://www.miu.edu/10000-grant-brings-total-new-trees-to-approximately-240-on-maharishi-u-campus/) - Some 100 additional trees were recently planted by volunteers on the campus of Maharishi International University, thanks to a $10,000 grant from Alliant Energy. This is the third such grant from Alliant, bringing the total to approximately 240 new trees in the past two years. In addition, wide-ranging plans for a more park-like campus landscape
- [MS in Maharishi AyurVeda and Integrative Medicine Degree Program: Student Highlight](https://www.miu.edu/ms-in-maharishi-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine-degree-program-student-highlight/) - “The MAVIM program, based on the organ systems, teaches us how to determine a person’s constitution so we can prescribe highly personalized wellness modalities,” Shellie explains. “We are exposed to a multitude of case studies, which also shows us a wide variety of individual makeup and imbalances.” REGISTRATION OPEN! The joys and benefits of cooking using Ayurvedic principles are explored in this course.
- [Keeping Digestion Healthy: 7 Tips from Maharishi AyurVeda](https://www.miu.edu/keeping-digestion-healthy-7-tips-from-maharishi-ayurveda/) - Health is all about the quality of your digestion. With strong digestion, you can maintain your body's ideal weight while feeling great. Here are some tips from Maharishi AyurVeda on how to optimize digestion through diet: A cup of boiled milk for breakfast or dinner can work wonders by eliminating cravings and bloating. If you are especially hungry, you can
- [Conner Carey and The Poetry of Community](https://www.miu.edu/conner-carey-and-the-poetry-of-community/) - Conner Carey, a recent graduate of Maharishi International University’s (MIU) English and Creative Writing Program, shares her opinions on college, life, writing, and SEO. “I’m a hippie from Austin, Texas,” said Conner. When it was time to choose a college to attend, she saw the progressive environment of MIU as a perfect fit. “I came for
- [Film Alumnus Hands Out Oscars at Academy Awards](https://www.miu.edu/film-alumnus-hands-out-oscars-at-academy-awards/) - Johnny Coffeen, who received an MA in film in 2015, was intimately involved in the recent Academy Awards ceremony, bringing Oscars onto the stage and handing them to the presenters, and escorting award recipients off the stage. Those he escorted included Jason Bateman, Kate McKinnon, Salma Hayek, Meryl Streep, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Leonardo DiCaprio,
- [MIU Ranked as #2 College for Non-Traditional Students](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2017/03/01/miu-ranked-as-2-college-for-non-traditional-students/) - MIU was recently ranked as a top college for non-traditional students by BestColleges.com. MIU came in at #2, behind the College of Idaho and just ahead of Evergreen State College. Other colleges on the list include Naropa University, St. John's College, and College of the Atlantic. "Maharishi International University pride themselves on their elevated quality
- [MIU PhD Student Featured in "Educating for Responsible Management"](https://www.miu.edu/miu-phd-student-featured-in-educating-for-responsible-management) - A new book on global businesses and sustainability from Greenleaf publishing recently hit the market: Educating for Responsible Management: Putting Theory Into Practice. A portion of this treatise on sustainable practices was co-authored by MIU’s own Emanuel Schachinger. Focusing on the application of the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), Educating for Responsible Management aims
- [Art Students Accepted to Top Graduate Schools](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2017/08/28/art-students-accepted-to-top-graduate-schools) - Four MIU undergraduate art majors were recently accepted into multiple MFA programs with full and partial scholarships.
- [Marina McKay Discusses Her Growth as a Filmmaker: "I Feel Really Good About Who I’ve Become"](https://www.miu.edu/i-feel-really-good-about-who-ive-become-marina-mckay-discusses-her-growth-as-a-filmmaker) - Marina McKay sums up her experience as a Media and Communications film major in one word: revealing. As a Fairfield local, Marina grew up with MIU in her own backyard. Her college career initially sent her to an acting conservatory in New York City and, later, to the acting workshops of Iowa City. One summer, Marina
- [Alumni Success: Ganesh Baniya Lands High Position at the Washington Post](https://www.miu.edu/alumni-success-ganesh-baniya-lands-high-position-at-the-washington-post/) - Just one year after graduating with an MBA in Accounting degree from Maharishi International University, Ganesh Baniya landed a top position at the Washington Post as Manager of Financial Accounting. Starting his job over a year ago in September 2013, he currently supervises a number of senior accountants. Ganesh’s team is responsible for closing out
- [MIU Alumnus Jason Aviles Inspires Maharishi Invincibility Institute Business Students](https://www.miu.edu/miu-alumnus-jason-aviles-inspires-maharishi-invincibility-institute-business-students) - Maharishi International University graduate and small business owner Jason Aviles gave a talk to business students studying at Maharishi Invincibility Institute in early December. Jason commented on the experience, saying, "Where do I begin...Today has been an experience I will remember forever. I was granted an opportunity of a lifetime to speak to a group of
- [Mohamed Samy Describes Experiences as a Muslim Student at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2016/03/31/mohamed-samy-describes-experiences-as-a-muslim-student-at-miu/) - Mohamed Samy traveled all the way from Egypt to join the Computer Science Masters program at Maharishi International University in May 2015. In the video below, he talks about his experience at the university as a Muslim student. Mohamed describes many benefits of studying and being a practicing Muslim at MIU, as well as life improvements
- [MIU Student Software Competition to Promote Maharishi AyurVeda](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/11/30/miu-student-software-competition-to-promote-maharishi-ayurveda/) - Computer science students will have the opportunity to win significant cash prizes by participating in a competition over winter break that will entail creating new tools such as smartphone apps for promoting Maharishi AyurVeda worldwide. Called DevFest, the competition will be open to students in the MIU Computer Professionals Program and others. It will be
- [MIU to Offer Regenerative Organic Agriculture Workshop for Veterans](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2017/09/19/miu-to-offer-regenerative-organic-agriculture-workshop-for-veterans/) - On Oct 6th and 7th 2017, MIU's Sustainable Living department will be hosting Veterans in Agriculture of Iowa. The agenda focuses on cost-effective farm methods for regenerative organic agriculture while also bringing in the added dimension of the Transcendental Meditation technique and its effectiveness in treating PTSD. Farming provides an essential service to our communities and
- [Best of MIU's 2014 Knowledge Fair: Eva Saint Denis](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2016/02/09/best-of-mius-2015-knowledge-fair-eva-saint-denis/) - MIU students are well known for thinking outside of the box. Want to see this thinking in action? Watch College of Business top student (2015) Eva Saint Denis' speech on her hemp paper company, "Bright Future: Sustainable Essentials." Eva's speech is a part of the annual MIU tradition known as the Knowledge Fair. The Knowledge Fair
- [MIU Alumnus Sascha Kyssa Talks Vermicompost](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/03/20/miu-alumnus-sascha-kyssa-talks-vermicompost/) - Following his Seed Starting workshop, Sascha Kyssa of Naturewise Academy held a workshop about starting and maintaining your own vermicompost. During an initial presentation Sascha gave a comprehensive overview of topics such as worm metrics, worm diet and worm bins. Afterward he gave a demonstration by showing the group one of his own vermicompost bins.
- [MIU Student Kat Kanan's "True Life" Episode Air Date Announced!](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/04/24/miu-student-kat-kanans-true-life-episode-air-date-announced/) - Good news! The air date for Kat Kanan's MTV True Life episode, "I Am The Black Sheep," has been set for May 4th, 2015. "True Life" is an MTV documentary series that details the unique lives of young people as they face a variety of life challenges. Kat's episode in particular details her turbulent relationship
- [CFO Of MAPI Talks About The MIU Business Program](https://www.miu.edu/what-naya-raj-baral-says-about-our-business-program/) - In this new video, Naya Raj Baral, Chief Financial Officer of Maharishi Ayurvedic Products International and MIU Alumnus, talks about his transformational experience as a business student at Maharishi International University. After hearing about MIU from a friend, Naya Raj came to MIU from his home country of Nepal. He was so impressed with the
- [TM Teacher Attends MIU After 40 Years](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/04/21/tm-teacher-attends-miu-after-40-years/) - MIU student Maggie Robinson learned the TM® technique at 19, and four years later she became a teacher of the Transcendental Meditation® technique. Had she known about MIU at the time, she would have become a student. That was about 40 years ago. Now, a mother of three and a grandmother of five, Maggie decided
- [Two MBA Teams from MIU Finish Top 15% in Simulation](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/04/09/two-mba-teams-from-miu-finish-top-15-in-simulation-2/) - Dr. Andrew Bargerstock, Director of MBA Programs at Maharishi International University (MIU) in Fairfield, Iowa, announced that both MBA teams from MIU finished in the Top 15% of 68 graduate-level teams who participated recently in an online business decision-making simulation. The teams finished in 95th and 88th percentiles. The CAPSIM Foundation Simulation is a continuous
- [Young Administrators Fill Leadership Positions at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/01/26/young-administrators-fill-leadership-positions-at-miu/) - During the past few months, the University appointed several new administrators in key leadership positions. Among these are the role of dean of admissions, which is now shared by Aster Hesse and Gwen Stowe. Ms. Hesse is a native of Holland with an MA degree in Maharishi Vedic ScienceSM from MIU. She has been
- [Executive Director of DreamChange Reflects on MIU Experience](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/07/01/executive-director-of-dreamchange-reflects-on-miu-experience/) - Samantha Thomas is the Executive Director for DreamChange, a nonprofit organization whose mission is "to educate people on how to go about creating a future that is environmentally sustainable, spiritually fulfilling and socially just." She just recently helped to put on DreamChange's first annual Love Summit, a conference of Samantha's own design "that brings together
- [MIU Alumna Brings Business Approach to Teaching TM](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/07/13/miu-alumna-brings-business-approach-to-teaching-tm/) - Mariam Daudi came to the US at the age of five with her family as a refugee of war from Afghanistan during the Soviet-Afghan war. After living in Pakistan for two years they received asylum in the US and moved to Kansas City, Kansas. Two years later they settled down in Upland, a suburb of
- [New Poetry Book Features MIU Community](https://www.miu.edu/new-poetry-book-features-miu-community/) - The newly published poetry anthology River of Earth and Sky: Poems for the Twenty First Century by Diane Frank features several writers from the MIU community and is now available for purchase on Amazon.com. "A poem is a parallel universe that creates an experience line by line," explains Diane in her introduction to the collection. "The universe unfolds
- [MIU Student Shannon Ryan's Underwater Photography Featured at Hosmer Gallery](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2017/06/19/miu-student-shannon-ryans-underwater-photography-featured-at-hosmer-gallery/) - Shannon Ryan, a student in MIU's Sustainable Living program, has a talent and passion for underwater photography. Shannon was recently selected to exhibit her underwater photographs at Forbes Library, Hosmer Gallery in Northampton, Massachusetts. Once a year, the Hosmer Gallery invites Valley artists to submit an application to this exclusive art show. The competition is
- [Students Dive into the Magical World of MIU's First Quest](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2017/10/11/students-dive-into-the-magical-world-of-miu-first-quest/) - Magic, dance, and art were at the heart of last month's two-hour campus adventure. MIU Quest, a series of events based on teamwork, fun, and fantasy, involved over 80 students and fostered new connections across our campus. Modeled after Harry Potter's Triwizard Tournament, the Quest plunged students into a magical realm for two hours, during
- [Corine Alexandra Brooks - Supporting Youth with PTSD](https://www.miu.edu/corine-alexandra-brooks-supporting-youth-with-ptsd/) - MIU student Corine Alexandra Brooks grew up 20 miles from Fairfield, Iowa. When she was a senior in high school, she saw a pamphlet about MIU and came to a Visitors Weekend. She didn’t enroll then because she had started a family, but six years later she returned with her three children to attend MIU.
- [Justin Cutter Teaches Agriculture on the Road](https://www.miu.edu/justin-cutter-teaches-agriculture-on-the-road/) - Justin teaches people how to use whatever space one has to grow nutritious foods that require the least resources.
- [AyurVeda Student Angela Seng On Physiology and Health Experience](https://www.miu.edu/ayurveda-student-angela-seng-on-physiology-and-health-experience-1/) - Angela Kristine Seng is one of the department of Physiology and Health's star students here at MIU. She is a talented Maharishi AyurVeda specialist and researcher that is close to graduating and moving on to even greater achievements. As everyone on campus was preparing for some well-deserved time off during winter break I was able
- [Maharishi University MBAs finish in 99th percentile in global simulation](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-university-mbas-finish-in-99th-percentile-in-global-simulation/) - A team of MBA accounting students at Maharishi International University in Fairfield, IA recently finished in the highest possible 99th percentile in an online integrated decision-making simulation that involved 1,271 master’s-degree-level teams worldwide. Members of the top-ranking Baldwin team reflect the international character of MIU’s student population: Ram Neupane (Nepal), Merveille Tiani (Cameroon), and Pondpat Tohsanguanpun
- [Aikido Club Members Pass Tests, Progress Toward Black Belt](https://www.miu.edu/aikido-club-members-pass-tests-progress-toward-black-belt/) - After recently passing the fifth level of testing at a seminar in Missouri, MIU Aikido Club president Megann Kammerman and master’s student Mahmood Ali are making significant progress toward achieving a black belt. In early November they passed the 2nd Kyu test during a seminar at the University of Missouri under the scrutiny of nationally
- [MA in Maharishi Vedic Science Online Student Highlight: Robin Hinz](https://www.miu.edu/ma-in-chp-online-student-highlight-robin-hinz/) - For many years I was interested in attending MUM but moving to Iowa was not an option for me. One day, when searching extensively for the right Master’s program, I discovered MUM was offering an online program so I immediately enrolled and was accepted.
- [MA in Maharishi Vedic Science Online Student Highlight: Susi Halley](https://www.miu.edu/ma-in-chp-online-student-highlight-susi-halley/) - My life-long dream was to study at MUM! As with many people such a dream was out of reach due to life's circumstances. Then suddenly – or so it seemed after many years – there was an email notice describing an online degree that was available to anyone anywhere.
- [MVS PhD Students: Louis Biegeleisen](https://www.miu.edu/mvs-phd-students-louis-biegeleisen/) - In the Fall 2014 the new batch of doctoral students embarked upon their research journey. In the first year of the program they dive deep into the MVS knowledge under the guidance of the professors. In the second year, the individual research begins. We’d like to present the PhD in Vedic Science program through the
- [Craig Pearson to Read From "The Supreme Awakening" Sept 19th at Prairie Lights Cafe](https://www.miu.edu/craig-pearson-to-read-from-the-supreme-awakening-sept-19th-at-prairie-lights-cafe/) - MUM's Dr. Craig Pearson will be reading from his book The Supreme Awakening: Experiences of Enlightenment Throughout Time and How You Can Cultivate Them on September 19th at 7 PM at Iowa City's Prairie Lights Cafe. After his reading, Dr. Pearson will answer questions and sign copies of his book. "Throughout history, great men and women have
- [SL Graduate Dan Gorman Talks Senior Project and New Business](https://www.miu.edu/sl-graduate-dan-gorman-talks-senior-project-and-new-business/) - Daniel Gorman has just finished his four years here at MIU and is quickly moving on to bigger and better things. Having started his own business, Bubbling Brine Brothers, Dan is set to take the fermented foods market by storm. I was able to pull him aside and talk to him briefly about his senior
- [MUM SL Department Hosts First Colloquy on Deep Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/mum-sl-department-hosts-first-colloquy-for-deep-sustainability/) - The term colloquy is defined as “a conversation, a theological dialogue, or a high-level serious discussion.” This is exactly what Maharishi International University’s Sustainable Living department wanted to happen regarding the concept of deep sustainability. The department's very first Colloquy on Deep Sustainability, hosted from June 19th to June 21st, 2015, made this dream a
- [Out West: Sustainability On Vacation](https://www.miu.edu/out-west-sustainability-on-vacation/) - Vacations are meant to be a time of rest and fun, a time to re-energize and discover new things. They provide the opportunity to adventure; to grow in new and exciting ways. A couple of weeks ago my fiancée Carla and I embarked on a road trip to have that kind of a summer experience, but we
- [Artist Ananda Kesler Captures her Inner World](https://www.miu.edu/artist-ananda-kesler-captures-her-inner-world/) - Ananda Kesler’s grandmother was a respected Israeli artist. Ananda’s early childhood visits to her grandmother’s studio, “a mysterious, magical place,” fostered her fascination with painting. After her family moved to Fairfield, Ananda began to transcend cultural boundaries - traveling the world to study art, printmaking, textile/surface design, painting and drawing in Italy, Iowa, California and Thailand. In contrast, or perhaps deeply informed by her travels, Ananda’s work explores and reflects her rich
- [Alumna Genevra Bell Turns Her Adorable Animal Art into a Business](https://www.miu.edu/alumna-genevra-bell-turns-her-adorable-animal-art-into-a-business/) - It all started when Genevra moved to England after graduation. She worked in a pottery studio, but when the studio closed, she began to paint instead.
- [MUM Student Kat Kanan Featured by VICE, CNN, & More](https://www.miu.edu/mum-student-kat-kanan-featured-by-vice-cnn-more/) - MUM student Kat Kanan has been featured in national media again, this time for her contribution to the Forgotten Iowa photo project. Kat, a Detroit, Michigan native, is currently a student in our Creative Writing program, which she will be graduating from this summer. During the time that she doesn't spend in class, doing homework, or managing
- [MUM Opens New Music Studio on Campus](https://www.miu.edu/mum-opens-new-music-studio-on-campus/) - Big news for music and film students — we now have a sound studio on campus! Nestled in Verrill Hall, where our two film studios are located, the music studio is a welcome addition to campus, giving MIU students yet another dedicated space to create. Media & Communications instructor Cody Olivas gives us the details
- [2015 Graduation Reception in Pictures [Gallery Post]](https://www.miu.edu/2015-graduation-reception-in-pictures-gallery-post/) - On Saturday, the largest graduating class in MUM history celebrated their accomplishments with a graduation afterparty in the Argiro Student Center. After listening to inspiring speeches and receiving their degrees at the commencement ceremony, new graduates and their guests headed to the Argiro Student Center for the reception. Friends, family, students, faculty, and staff gathered
- [Fun Facts about Annapurna Dining Hall [Gallery Post]](https://www.miu.edu/fun-facts-about-annapurna-dining-hall-gallery-post/) - One of the most unique aspects of MIU's campus is its 100% organic, all-vegetarian dining hall. Here are a few things that make our dining hall stand out: Annapurna dining hall is the only lacto-vegetarian university dining hall in the U.S. Although other colleges offer healthy, vegetarian options, Annapurna is completely vegetarian friendly and does
- [Dr. Herriott Publishes Textbook on Sustainable Technologies](https://www.miu.edu/Dr-Herriott-Publishes-Textbook-on-Sustainable-Technologies) - Management professor Scott Herriott published a textbook in December called Feasibility Analysis for Sustainable Technologies: An Engineering-Economic Perspective. Business Experts Press published the book as part of their Environmental and Social Sustainability for Business Advantage Collection, edited by Chris Laszlo, the well-known author of Embedded Sustainability. Dr. Herriott’s book walks readers through a feasibility analysis
- [Enlightened Leadership International Hosts Two Summits](https://www.miu.edu/enlightened-leadership-international-hosts-two-summits/) - Enlightened Leadership International (ELI) hosted two summits in January. The first summit took place at MIU and combined the dynamic interactive structure of past ELI summits with that of the Forest Academy block for a two-week leadership experience. A total of 45 students and administrators connected with other next generation leaders around the world. The
- [Bike Rescue Mission Spearheaded by Flo Bannout](https://www.miu.edu/bike-rescue-mission-spearheaded-by-flo-bannout/) - Flo Bannout, manager of the Sustainable Living department's bike shop, worked with MIU Campus Security to schedule an abandoned bike pickup. With a team that consisted of Rich Dana, Flo and others they were able to pickup 53 bikes around the university's campus! The baseline criteria for choosing the bikes was based on if they
- [2015 Grad Ball [Gallery Post]](https://www.miu.edu/2015-grad-ball-gallery-post/) - On May 16th, MIU students dressed to impress for the 2015 Graduation Ball. The Grad Ball is an annual MIU event that celebrates the year's graduating class. It is held in the Arts and Convention Center (the same space that hosts the EcoJam fashion show) and features music, dancing, food, a photobooth, and more. This year's
- [Viola Witt: Bridging the Gap Between Managers and Engineers](https://www.miu.edu/viola-witt-bridging-the-gap-between-managers-and-engineers/) - Viola Witt holds a master’s degree in civil engineering and environmental technology from Hamburg University of Technology, in her hometown in Germany. After graduating, she found the perfect job: she designed the foundation structures of offshore wind turbines, which combined her interests in engineering and sustainability. But in 2013, her desire for personal growth brought
- [Students Visit Iowa City for Vandana Shiva Lecture](https://www.miu.edu/students-visit-iowa-city-for-vandana-shiva-lecture/) - Sustainable Living students from MIU visited Iowa City's Englert Theatre to listen to a talk given by Vandana Shiva, entitled Eco-Feminism: Women in Defense of the Earth. Vandana is the University of Iowa's chosen Distinguished Lecturer of 2015. As a world-renowned environmental advocate and activist, Vandana Shiva presented an incredibly coherent and moving speech about
- [Student-Built Solar Bike Station Available on Campus](https://www.miu.edu/student-built-solar-bike-station-available-on-campus/) - With the warmth of spring not too far away, campus bicyclists will now be able to take advantage of a new bike repair station built by Sustainable Living students that features a solar-powered air compressor for inflating tires. Located next to the Sustainable Living Center, the station also features bike tools, a work light, and
- [Agnes Baginska: Making Films in Australia, Poland, and Iowa](https://www.miu.edu/agnes-baginska-making-films-in-australia-poland-and-iowa/) - David Lynch MA in Film student Agnes Baginska grew up in Poland and was introduced to the theatre at an early age by her grandmother. She participated in monologue competitions and directed her first play in high school. Agnes graduated from Sydney Film School in Australia and then continued to take courses in directing and
- [SL Graduate Prana Miller Shows Off SLC SEED Center Renewable Energy Systems](https://www.miu.edu/sl-graduate-prana-miller-shows-off-slc-seed-center-renewable-energy-systems/) - Most people in our community recognize Prana Miller for being a joyful, kind and charismatic person. However, what some may not know about him is that he's not just an awesome person, he's also an incredibly knowledgeable and skilled renewable energy specialist. Prana recently graduated from the Sustainable Living department's undergraduate program where he focused
- [Former Japan Prime Minister to Address Record Number of Grads at 2015 Maharishi University Commencement](https://www.miu.edu/former-japan-prime-minister-to-address-record-number-of-grads-at-2015-maharishi-university-commencement/) - Dr. Yukio Hatoyama, prime minister of Japan in 2009–2010, will deliver the commencement address on May 23 and will be awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Laws. “It is an enormous honor to have a former prime minister of Japan speak at our graduation ceremony,” said MUM President Dr. Bevan Morris in making the
- [Congressman Tim Ryan to Deliver 2017 Commencement Address at Maharishi University of Management](https://www.miu.edu/congressman-tim-ryan-to-deliver-2017-commencement-address-at-maharishi-university-of-management/) - U.S. Representative Tim Ryan (D-Ohio) will deliver the 2017 commencement address at Maharishi International University in Fairfield, IA. During the ceremony, which will be on Saturday, June 24, at 1:00 pm in the Golden Dome, he will be presented with a Doctor of Laws honoris causa degree in recognition of his lifetime of public service.
- [Creative Edge Film Fest Rocks Fairfield](https://www.miu.edu/creative-edge-film-fest-rocks-fairfield/) - The first annual Creative Edge Film Fest (CEFF) took place in Fairfield September 25-27 at the freshly renovated Orpheum Theater downtown. The festival provided a new venue for Iowa’s independent filmmakers, producers, directors, and actors to showcase their talents. “Our aim is to show uplifting and cutting-edge films that you won’t see anywhere else,” says Jim
- [Maharishi AyurVeda Students Appear on Local Radio Station](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-ayurveda-students-appear-on-local-radio-station/) - Students from faculty member Dinesh Gyawali's Maharishi AyurVedaSM Wellness Consultant Practicum course recently appeared on KRUU-FM, Fairfield's local radio station, to talk about their experiences as developing AyurVedic consultants. To kick things off, one student, Flo Bannout, was tasked with evaluating another guest's current wellness by performing a pulse reading. Pulse reading is a way of determining
- [Students Screen New TV Series, Get Jobs in Hollywood](https://www.miu.edu/students-screen-new-tv-series-get-jobs-in-hollywood/) - A screening of the student-produced TV series was held in early November at the Orpheum Theater in Fairfield, with viewers being surprised by the professionalism of the work – professionalism further attested by the fact that several of the seven graduates are already working in Hollywood. The TV track in MIU’s David Lynch Graduate School
- [Wild Edibles on KRUU FM's Great Taste Show](https://www.miu.edu/mum-sl-faculty-member-and-alumnus-talk-wild-edibles-on-kruu-fms-great-taste/) - Appachanda Thimmaiah and Sascha Kyssa stopped by KRUU FM's cooking show, Great Taste, to discuss the benefits of wild edibles and to prepare Lamb's Quarters Pakoras. Many wild edible plants have medicinal and nutritional value, but always exercise caution when picking wild edible plants. Check with a secondary source such as a knowledgeable friend or online
- [Michael Sternfeld's "Ram's Dharma" Lecture](https://www.miu.edu/michael-sternfelds-rams-dharma-lecture-to-be-livestreamed/) - Michael Sternfeld gave a free presentation titled "Ram's Dharma: Leadership Secrets From the Ultimate Warrior-Sage-Prince" as part of MIU's Distinguished Lecture Series. Michael spent 7 years producing the first complete audio production of the great epic Ramayana , which at 75 hours in length, is the world's longest audiobook. Ever since completing that epic production,
- [MUM Ranked as a Top Small College for ESTP Personality Types](https://www.miu.edu/mum-ranked-as-a-top-small-college-for-estp-personality-types/) - Maharishi International University has been featured in the DegreeMatch list of “30 Great Small Colleges for ESTP Personality Types.” ESTP people tend to be energetic, take risks, and exhibit strong leadership skills. This ranking is based on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator Test and considered cost of attendance, inclusion on notable lists, ranking by U.S. News
- [MUM Student Grows Her Business Through Media Classes](https://www.miu.edu/mum-student-grows-her-business-through-media-classes/) - Aditi Gentsch is a third year student studying an individualized major in Consciousness-Based Business and Media. She's applying what she's learning in Media courses to help her growing organic skincare business, Aditi Botanicals. Born in Fairfield, she spent some time in San Diego, studying photography and graphic design, and also going to an aviation academy.
- [Alumni Couple Implements Quiet Time Program in San Francisco Schools](https://www.miu.edu/alumni-couple-implements-quiet-time-program-in-san-francisco-schools/) - According to an NBC News report, reduced school violence and suspension, improved academic performance and attendance, reduced anxiety and stress, and increased self-esteem and happiness are just a few of the striking results the Quiet Time program has achieved in some of San Francisco’s most stressful schools since the program’s 2007 launch. MIU alumni Noah
- [AgriEnergy Teams with Kalona Community to Teach about Sustainable Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/agrienergy-teams-with-kalona-community-to-teach-about-sustainable-agriculture/) - Sustainable Living students from MIU went out to the nearby town of Kalona, IA to learn about soil testing and sustainable agriculture products and techniques promoted by AgriEnergy Resources. Kalona is predominately populated by Amish and Mennonite citizens, many of which have taken up organic farming. Some members of their community teamed up with AgriEnergy
- [Professor James Describes 17 New Species of Earthworms](https://www.miu.edu/professor-james-describes-17-new-species-of-earthworms/) - Seventeen new species of earthworms are now a matter of scientific record, thanks to four papers published in Zootaxa this fall that were coauthored by Professor Sam James These species were discovered in remote areas in the eastern Amazon region and the state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil. Dr. James has now described around 200
- [MS in Computer Science 5th Largest in Nation](https://www.miu.edu/ms-in-computer-science-5th-largest-in-nation/) - In the 2016–17 academic year, the MS in computer science had 348 graduates – the fifth largest total nationwide – according to latest official data compiled by the National Center for Education Statistics Rankings are not yet available for the 2017–18 academic year, when MIU had 390 graduates. There are around 1,000 students currently enrolled
- [New Photography Studio in Verrill Hall](https://www.miu.edu/new-photography-studio-in-verrill-hall/) - Good news for those who wanted a new photography studio at MIU: This semester has seen the opening of a recently renovated studio in Verrill Hall that includes new lighting equipment, an editing station, DSLR cameras, and more. The man behind these renovations is Gareth Bell. As the new equipment specialist in the Department of
- [MBA Students Pursue a Safer Fairfield](https://www.miu.edu/mba-students-pursue-a-safer-fairfield/) - As part one of our November-December capstone project for Organizational Change For Sustainability, students were put into teams and assigned projects to work on for the month. Our team worked with city council change agent Michael Halley to find out how to improve sidewalks in dangerous areas in Fairfield. Our team of Ivan Garcia, student president;
- [MUM Student Heather Caldwell Goes on Tiny House Journey with Family](https://www.miu.edu/mum-student-heather-caldwell-goes-on-tiny-house-journey-with-family/) - Heather Caldwell, a student in MIU's Sustainable Living department, has been a busy bee. Ever since taking the Tiny Houses course, Heather has had her sights set on creating a sustainable community for single mothers. "The month-long course covers a plethora of topics ranging from design and materials to building Tiny House Communities and off-grid
- [ABC News reports on Maharishi University in Iowa](https://www.miu.edu/abc-news-reports-on-maharishi-university-in-iowa/) - Maharishi International University continues to be in the news. Today, a journalist from ABC News visited Fairfield to find out more about this Leading University in Transcendental Meditation. Thursday, January 21, 2016, Fairfield, Iowa: Campaign Digital Journalist Josh Haskell is in Iowa covering politics for ABC News. When not on the campaign trail, he takes
- [Nonviolent Communication Expert Gives Talk at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/nonviolent-communication-expert-gives-talk-at-mum/) - Jeff Brown, a certified nonviolent communication trainer, recently came to speak at the MIU Sustainable Living center about communicating more harmoniously through the concept of NVC. Communication techniques such as NVC fit into our model of sustainability, which we call Deep Sustainability, because we believe that true, world-changing sustainability must begin within. This involves approaching
- [Krista Noble: Fantasy Writer and PhD Student](https://www.miu.edu/krista-noble-fantasy-writer-and-phd-student/) - Krista Noble has always been an avid reader and began inventing her own stories as a young child. Her active imagination led her to begin writing her first fantasy novel at age 12. Since then she has written five. She and her sister were homeschooled on a farm in Maryland by their parents, who are
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- [MVS PhD Students: Isabelle Matzkin](https://www.miu.edu/mvs-phd-students-isabelle-matzkin/) - In the Fall 2014, the new batch of doctoral students embarked upon their research journey. In the first year of the program they dive deep into the MVS knowledge under the guidance of the professors. In the second year, the individual research begins. We’d like to present the PhD in Vedic Science program through the
- [Ayurvedic Cooking for Perfect Health](https://www.miu.edu/ayurvedic-cooking-for-perfect-health/) - Online Non-credit Courses Available Now! REGISTRATION OPEN! The joys and benefits of cooking using Ayurvedic principles are explored in this course.
- [Dr. Evan Finkelstein: "Religion is Like a Car, and Transcendental Meditation is Like an Engine for the Car."](https://www.miu.edu/dr-evan-finkelstein-religion-is-like-a-car-and-transcendental-meditation-is-like-an-engine-for-the-car/) - Dr. Evan Finkelstein is one of the legendary and beloved professors in the MVS department who recently retired from full-time teaching. Dr. Finkelstein’s PhD thesis was about the principles of MVS in relation to the scriptures of various major world religions. This continued to be the main focus of his academic research. Students know Dr. Finkelstein as an extremely knowledgeable and fun
- [MUM College of Business Welcomes new MBA Class](https://www.miu.edu/mum-college-of-business-welcomes-new-mba-class/) - The first class that all new MBA students at Maharishi International University take is the Science of Creative Intelligence (SCI). SCI consists of 33 lessons from Maharishi and lays a intellectual and experiential foundation for all other classes at MIU. The main objective of the course is to help students both understand and experience consciousness the “source
- [MUM's College of Business Named One of the Top Colleges for ESTP Personality Types](https://www.miu.edu/mums-college-of-business-named-one-of-the-top-colleges-for-estp-personality-types/) - Degree Match (degreematch.org) has named Maharishi International University as one of the best schools for ESTP personality types. ESTP stands for Extraversion, Sensing, Thinking, Perception and is one of the sixteen Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality types. ESTP people are often described as being “perceptive, energetic, bold, and original,” says Degree Match. Additionally, these people love
- [Big Data, Natural Language Understanding and Intelligent Agent Based Web](https://www.miu.edu/big-data-natural-language-understanding-and-intelligent-agent-based-web/) - Visiting professor business visionary, Dr. Emdad Khan, spoke to MIU Computer Science graduate students and faculty on the topic, "Big Data, Natural Language Understanding and Intelligent Agent Based Web." He explained that his work in this area has led to the startup of InternetSpeech, which allows people to unleash the power of the Internet simply
- [Software and Life Lessons Learned](https://www.miu.edu/software-and-life-lessons-learned/) - In October 2013, Ali Alrahahleh traveled from Amman, Jordan where he worked as a Software Engineer for Yahoo! to enroll in our Computer Professionals Masters program. Not long after arriving at MIU, Ali met fellow classmate Nazanin Delam, a software engineer from Iran, and they soon fell in love. Nine months later, having earned a
- [Anil Maheshwari's new book is #2 in Data Mining category on Amazon](https://www.miu.edu/anil-maheshwaris-new-book-is-2-in-data-mining-category-on-amazon/) - Maharishi International University professor, Anil Maheshwari, currently holds the number two spot for best selling book in Amazon's "data mining" category. Through lessons and real life case studies, his book, Data Analytics Made Accessible, provides an individual with the tools to glean useful information from data. What is Data Analytics? Anil explains that "Data Analytics is the art
- [An MBA Love Story: Nick Coelho and Shuya Zhang](https://www.miu.edu/an-mba-love-story-nick-coelho-and-shuya-zhang/) - Sustainable MBA students Nick and Shuya met and fell in love at Maharishi International University. Shuya grew up in China and got her undergraduate degree in English studies. Wanting to put her new language skills to the test, she enrolled at MIU. There she met Nick, a New Jerseyan whose hectic past of culinary arts,
- [Dr. Bargerstock Collaborates with Rule 1 Investing](https://www.miu.edu/dr-bargerstock-collaborates-with-rule-1-investing/) - Over the past two years Dr. Andrew Bargerstock, Director of Maharishi International University’s MBA Program, has been working with Phil Town, a recognized hedge fund manager and author of the NY Times best seller Rule #1 Investing. Town’s company, Rule 1 Investing (ruleoneinvesting.com), is based south of Atlanta in Moreland, GA. The Rule 1 model
- [Students Party It Up in STC Class Celebration](https://www.miu.edu/students-party-it-up-in-stc-class-celebration/) - STC, or Science and Technology of Consciousness, is a rite of passage for new Maharishi University of Managment undergraduates. The course details the basics of MIU founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's theories of consciousness and sets up a solid foundation for the Consciousness-Based curriculum to come. This may all sound serious but, during the final class
- [Why Did I Choose Maharishi Vedic Science?](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2015/02/27/why-did-i-choose-maharishi-vedic-science/) - As a graduate of the Maharishi Vedic Science program, there's one question I've been asked more often than any other about my choice of study: What is the point of majoring in Maharishi Vedic Science? My decision to join the Maharishi Vedic Science Masters' Program came at a time in my life where I was
- [MUM is a Blue Zones Success! [INFOGRAPHIC]](https://www.miu.edu/mum-is-a-blue-zones-success-infographic/) - Maharishi University is, above all else, dedicated to the happiness, health, and well-being of its students, faculty, and staff. What does that look like? Check out this informative infographic to see for yourself:
- ["Feasibility Analysis" by Dr. Scott Herriott Available Now](https://www.miu.edu/feasibility-analysis-by-dr-scott-herriott-available-now/) - Maharishi University's Dr. Herriott has recently published Feasibility Analysis for Sustainable Technologies: An Engineering-Economic Perspective. Dr. Herriott’s book includes an analysis of an energy efficiency project. Included are descriptions of technology, cash flow analysis, a variety of sustainable projects. The book appropriate for business students and also for sustainability professionals who are responsible for implementing sustainable
- [David Lynch Music Tribute Continues With New Video Release](https://www.miu.edu/david-lynch-music-tribute-continues-with-new-video-release/) - Since premiering at “The Music of David Lynch" tribute concert in Los Angeles on April 1st, Kid Moxie’s music video, featuring Angelo Badalamenti's remake of Mysteries of Love has become a much-anticipated addendum to the celebration. Mysteries of Love was the only music video to be included in this epic benefit concert for The David
- [EcoJam 2015 Celebrates Diversity in Sustainable Fashion](https://www.miu.edu/ecojam-2015-celebrates-diversity-in-sustainable-fashion) - The decor for EcoJam was simple: a black runway and large tree branches, painted white, on stands. The clothing was anything but. Every year at EcoJam, each designer brings their unique perspective to the phrase "sustainable fashion." Some designers feature vintage clothing from decades past. Some create their own lines, using sustainable factories and material sources to
- [MUM Art Students and Faculty Receive Rave Reviews [Gallery Post]](https://www.miu.edu/mum-art-students-and-faculty-receive-rave-reviews-gallery-post/) - Every year, the MIU art department brings in an outside evaluator to review their program. The evaluators are always impressed with the department’s top-notch quality – most recently Susan White, Professor of Painting and Drawing at the University of Iowa, who rated the program’s 2014-2015 academic year. Susan said the following of the undergraduate BA
- [Thrift Shopping in Fairfield](https://www.miu.edu/thrift-shopping-in-fairfield/) - What is there to do in Fairfield? It's a common question we hear from students who are new to the area. Thankfully, there are plenty of things to do in town - even within walking distance of campus. See for yourself in the first video of our "Fun in Fairfield" series! Personally, one of my
- [Ethiopian New Year 2015 [Gallery Post]](https://www.miu.edu/ethiopian-new-year-2015-gallery-post/) - Last weekend, MIU's Ethiopian community held their largest annual celebration: Ethiopian New Year. Students, staff, faculty, and community members of all cultural backgrounds joined together to enjoy traditional food, dancing, performances, and socializing. You can learn more about what makes this holiday unique at last year's blog on the subject. Below, we've included more than 40 pictures of
- [Tara De Santis (VEDA) Hits High Note with First Release](https://www.miu.edu/tara-de-santis-veda-hits-high-note-with-first-release/) - Welcome to the MIU music blog! For my first entry I will be talking about Tara De Santis, a second year Media and Communications student at MIU. Tara has been composing and singing since she was 15 years old, but as she explains, her passion really took off when she signed up for Digital Music
- [Taylor Irezumi: MUM Student, Model, Writer, and Artist [Gallery Post]](https://www.miu.edu/taylor-irezumi-mum-student-model-writer-and-artist-gallery-post/) - Taylor Irezumi is a woman of many talents - modeling, writing, and visual art, to name just a few. Taylor hails from St. Louis, Missouri, and is currently double-majoring in Art and Creative Writing. Her artwork and writing have been featured in Dirty Chai Magazine, Crab Fat Magazine, and Storm Cellar Magazine. She is also a
- [The Parks of Fairfield, Iowa](https://www.miu.edu/the-parks-of-fairfield-iowa/) - What is there to do in Fairfield? More than you might expect! One thing we love about our town is the plethora of parks located within just a few miles of MIU campus. For our second episode of Fun in Fairfield, we visited several of our favorite parks to give you a firsthand lookat these beautiful areas. Fairfield
- [MBA Students Create Organizational Change for Sustainability in Fairfield](https://www.miu.edu/mba-students-create-organizational-change-for-sustainability-in-fairfield/) - Organizational Change for Sustainability class is the part of Sustainable MBA capstone project classes, and is followed by Sustainable Community Development class. Both classes are grounded in the notion of planned experiences that are related to work situations. This supports the goal of Sustainable MBA program to create authentic learning opportunities through a curriculum that
- [Best of MUM Knowledge Fair 2015](https://www.miu.edu/best-of-mum-knowledge-fair-2015/) - Want to see fascinating perspectives from MIU students? Take a look at these videos from our 2015 Knowledge Fair. The Knowledge Fair is an annual event that celebrates the knowledge gained by our students. At the end of their undergraduate career, each MIU student creates a capstone project focusing on their chosen field. These capstone projects
- [Wise Women Lead Event Series to Benefit Local Refugees](https://www.miu.edu/wise-women-lead-event-series-to-benefit-local-refugees/) - Looking for a way to celebrate International Women's Day while giving back to the community? Join MIU's Wise Women Lead club for a week of events to benefit local area refugees. International Women's Day is a global holiday dedicated to celebrating the "social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women." Although the day is focused mostly on celebration, the
- [Dr. Rosenthal's "Super Mind" Now Available for Pre-Order](https://www.miu.edu/dr-rosenthals-super-mind-now-available-for-pre-order/) - Dr. Normal Rosenthal's new book Super Mind: How to Boost Performance and Live a Richer, Happier Life Through Transcendental Meditation will be released on May 17th, 2016 and is currently available for pre-order through his official website. Super Mind describes Transcendental Meditation (TM) as a gateway to functioning physically, emotionally and intellectually at levels most
- [Transcendental Meditation Ideal for Millennials, Says Inverse.com](https://www.miu.edu/tm-ideal-for-millennials-says-inverse-com/) - Inverse.com has praised Transcendental Meditation as an "adaptable, natural, and effective form of meditation" that is "tailor-made" for millennials in a new article on their website. A study published last year by the American Psychological Association showed that millennials are more likely to feel stressed out than previous generations. Inverse attributes this stress to more than
- [Rachael Kunzler Pursues Individualized Double Major](https://www.miu.edu/rachael-kunzler-pursues-individualized-double-major/) - MIU student Rachael Kunzler is an educator, a baker, a wellness coach, and more--and she is putting many of her talents to use through her Individualized Major in Human Development and her BA in Educational Foundations. Before coming to MIU, Rachael had a holistic health certification and was starting up her own business working as a women's health coach.
- ["Ram's Dharma" Lecture Now Available Online](https://www.miu.edu/rams-dharma-lecture-now-available-online/) - MIU's Distinguished Lectures Series Special Event "Ram's Dharma: Leadership Secrets From the Ultimate Warrior​-Sage​-Prince" is now available to view on MIU's YouTube channel. "The omnipresent Light of Ram, the Ved—Dharm, Natural Law—forever upholds life everywhere in an evolutionary direction. —Maharishi" Michael Sternfeld's February 15, 2016 presentation at MIU was well received, and is now available
- [Is Meditation Reducing Violence at This Chicago School?](https://www.miu.edu/is-meditation-reducing-violence-at-this-chicago-school/) - Can meditation curb violence in disadvantaged schools? According to students and teachers at Chicago's Gage Park High School, the answer is yes. The High School is combating stress in a way that may surprise you: Through daily practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique. "You just can't keep jamming more facts and figures into a kid's brain," says
- [Maharishi University MBAs Receive Top Scores in Global Simulation](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-university-mbas-receive-top-scores-in-global-simulation/) - A team of MBA in Accounting students at Maharishi International University in Fairfield, IA recently finished in the 92nd percentile in an online integrated decision-making simulation that involved 1,125 master’s-degree-level teams worldwide. The top team (named Baldwin Group) reflects the international character of MIU’s student population: John Ortaliza (Philippines), Rithy Um (Cambodia), and Elias Mengistu
- [Leap and the Net Will Appear](https://www.miu.edu/leap-and-the-net-will-appear/) - Nearly two millennia ago, Polynesians set off in voyaging canoes on a journey that would lead them to the islands that would become known as Hawai’i. They were not imagining themselves as explorers “discovering” these isolated islands in the Pacific, rather, it was a belief that in making the journey, in setting out for the land,
- [A New Team in the Battle Against Alzheimer’s: The Bredesen Protocol and the Transcendental Meditation Technique](https://www.miu.edu/blog/2017/08/29/a-new-team-in-the-battle-against-alzheimers-the-bredesen-protocol-and-the-transcendental-meditation-technique) - Transcendental Meditation has been recognized as an effective way to prevent cognitive decline by UCLA's Dr. Dale Bredesen in his new bestselling book, The End of Alzheimer’s: The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline. In his book, Dr. Bredesen documents the effects of the "Bredesen Protocol," a comprehensive treatment designed to prevent and
- [Computer Professionals Program Celebrates 20 Years of Success](https://www.miu.edu/computer-professionals-program-celebrates-20-years-of-success/) - The MIU Computer Professionals Program is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. The number of students currently enrolled in the program has reached a record number—over 1000, including students on campus and in practicum positions. The program is wildly popular among international students, who have come from 78 countries so far, and the program is
- [Sahar Abdullah: Role Model for Women's IT Education](https://www.miu.edu/sahar-abdullah-role-model-for-womens-it-education/) - Most young women growing up in Yemen have few opportunities for higher education and professional jobs. But Sahar Abdullah's parents believe that higher education plays an integral role in personal development, so they strongly encouraged Sahar and her sister to continue education after high school. Because Sahar was one of the top secondary school students
- [New Study Finds Reduced PTSD, Medication Use in Active-Duty Service Members](https://www.miu.edu/new-study-finds-reduced-ptsd-medication-use-in-active-duty-service-members/) - A new study reports that regular practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique enables some active-duty service members battling post-traumatic stress disorder to reduce or even eliminate their psychotropic medication and get better control of their debilitating symptoms. Published in the journal Military Medicine, the study looked at 74 active-duty service members with PTSD or anxiety disorder,
- [2016 Commencement Featured by Motto, The Hawk Eye, and More](https://www.miu.edu/2016-commencement-featured-by-motto-the-hawkeye-and-more/) - On Saturday, June 18th, David Lynch took part in an enlightening Q&A with MIU’s 2016 graduating class. Here’s what the press had to say about the event, the university, and the appointment of Dr. John Hagelin as university president: Lynch Addresses M.U.M. Graduates Andy Hallman of the Ledger covered David Lynch’s commencement speech and visit to Fairfield. This article has
- [ELI Hosts Transcendental Meditation Teacher Training Course in Bali](https://www.miu.edu/eli-hosts-transcendental-meditation-teacher-training-course-in-bali/) - Enlightened Leadership International (ELI) is hosting an international Transcendental Meditation Teacher Training Course in Bali in September. ELI announced the event last month at a campus event, which 100 young professionals, students, and alumni attended, and another 60 watched via teleconference. Miriam Daudi, MIU alumna, hosted the event along with other young teachers of the
- [Alumni Couple Supports Consciousness-Based Education in Bali](https://www.miu.edu/alumni-couple-supports-consciousness-based-education-in-bali/) - Adam and Natalie Delfiner met at MUM in 2009. Since then, they completed the Transcendental Meditation (TM) Teacher Training Course, got married, and began working as full-time teachers of the TM technique in Perth, Australia, as well as the island of Bali, Indonesia. Adam hails from Philadelphia and studied communication and advertising at Boston University.
- [LaToya Crick: Serving the Community Through Soil Restoration](https://www.miu.edu/latoya-crick-serving-the-community-through-soil-restoration/) - LaToya Crick was attending community college in her hometown of Freeport, Texas, when one day a friend told her about MIU. LaToya had been learning about healthy eating and living, so MIU’s offering of organic meals and the practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique appealed to her. She and her friend attended a Visitors Weekend and
- [“Makers” and the Future of Sustainable Industry](https://www.miu.edu/makers-and-the-future-of-sustainable-industry/) - In the coming year, the MIU Sustainable Living department will be launching a new class that will introduce students to the “Maker” movement and the growing culture of DIY (do it yourself) technology. Some might ask, "how do electronics, robotics and 3D printing fit into the concept of sustainability?" When thinking about “sustainable living,” many
- [Abdul Sheikh Receives Outstanding Accounting Professional MBA Award](https://www.miu.edu/abdul-sheikh-receives-outstanding-accounting-professional-mba-award/) - In May 2015, program director Andy Bargerstock presented the award for the most outstanding Accounting Professionals MBA graduate to Abdul Ghani Sheikh. This is not the first time Sheik has received an award while at MIU. In August 2011, he participated on the Baldwin Team, the first team at MIU to place first in the
- [Olga Campbell: Capturing Gritty Reality Through Collage](https://www.miu.edu/olga-campbell-capturing-gritty-reality-through-collage/) - Canadian artist Olga Campbell is one of my all-time favorite people and best friends. For this interview, we sit on the sunny back deck of her home, overlooking the English Bay and Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains. Olga travels in and out of Fairfield often, taking courses and visiting her many friends in the town. In
- [Everybody's Whole Foods Installs New Solar Array](https://www.miu.edu/everybodys-whole-foods-installs-new-solar-array/) - There’s a bright blue glow reflecting off the top of Everybody’s Whole Foods Store in Fairfield, Iowa. That luminescence can be attributed to the recent expansion of solar power arrays installed by Ideal Energy. Once completed, Everybody’s will have a 44.88 kW of solar power that they will generate independently. Collectively, the arrays of solar panels will produce 57,802
- [Alumni Amy and Troy Van Beek Attend Paris Climate Summit](https://www.miu.edu/alumni-amy-and-troy-van-beek-attend-paris-climate-summit) - MIU Alumni Amy and Troy Van Beek visited the 21st Session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Paris last December, representing Ideal Energy. Amy and Troy were invited by the National Resource Defense Council (NRDC) as part of the Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2) delegation of fifteen business
- [Andrea Zapata: Sustainability and Entrepreneurship](https://www.miu.edu/andrea-zapata-entrepreneurship-leadership-and-sustainability/) - Although she was attending college in Southern California, Andrea Zapata was looking for a school with a commitment to sustainability and a focus on personal growth. One night, her mother had a dream which led them to discover MIU. Two weeks later, Andrea was attending a Visitors Weekend. “It was my first time in Iowa,
- [MS in Maharishi AyurVeda and Integrative Medicine: Online Degree Program](https://www.miu.edu/ms-in-maharishi-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine-online-degree-program/) - The online MS in Maharishi AyurVeda and Integrative Medicine Fall 2016 entry is right around the corner! Apply online now. This three-year program is designed for those who want to become experts in natural, holistic health care, and, at the same time, unfold their inner potential.
- [Lawrence Sheaff Captures the Structure of Consciousness](https://www.miu.edu/lawrence-sheaff-captures-the-structure-of-consciousness/) - I chatted recently with MIU Artist in Residence Lawrence Sheaff. His one-man show, Absolute Image: the Structure of Consciousness in Visual Form, opens October 16th at ART52 Gallery in Fairfield. The exhibition explores the relationship of art, consciousness and Vedic Science. Lawrence is a 2010 MIU graduate with a MA in Vedic Science. I ask
- [Tamlin Day: Creativity and Entrepreneurship](https://www.miu.edu/tamlin-day-creativity-and-entrepreneurship/) - Tamlin Day came to MIU from Austin, Texas, where he worked as a nanny and preschool teacher for 14 years. Some of his friends practiced the Transcendental Meditation® technique, so Tamlin visited Fairfield from time to time. He enjoyed the quiet atmosphere of Fairfield, and after a visit to MIU he decided to apply. He learned
- [MVS PhD Students: Vaidyanathan Vivek](https://www.miu.edu/mvs-phd-students-vaidyanathan-vivek/) - In Fall 2014, the new batch of doctoral students embarked upon their research journey. In the first year of the program, they dive deep into MVS knowledge under the guidance of the professors. In the second year, individual research begins. We’d like to present the PhD in Vedic Science program through introducing the students and
- [New Faculty Applying IT to Enhance Lives of the Information Poor in Developing Nations](https://www.miu.edu/new-faculty-applying-it-to-enhance-lives-of-the-information-poor-in-developing-nations/) - When you are born on the 3000 year-old island of Sandvip, near Chittagong, Bangladesh, survival requires resiliency and resourcefulness. These qualities aptly describe our newest Computer Science Professor, Dr. Emdad Khan. From humble beginnings, Dr. Khan grew up with a desire to utilize modern technologies to improve the quality of life for all people throughout
- [Dr. Johan Svenson on Getting a PhD: Pick a Topic That you Love!](https://www.miu.edu/dr-johan-swenson-on-getting-a-phd-pick-a-topic-that-you-love) - Dr. Johan Svenson is an experienced Physics teacher. He taught physics in Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment for 5 years and was an adjunct faculty at MIU before he became a full-time faculty 6 years ago. He was my Physics teacher in the MVS Master's program. Physics was never my strong area, nor
- [MVS PhD Students: Krista Noble](https://www.miu.edu/mvs-phd-students-krista-noble/) - In Fall 2014, the new batch of doctoral students embarked upon their research journey. In the first year of the program they dive deep into the MVS knowledge under the guidance of the professors. In the second year, the individual research begins. We’d like to present the PhD in Vedic Science program through the new
- [MA in Maharishi Vedic Science Online Program Now Accepting Fall Applications](https://www.miu.edu/ma-in-maharishi-vedic-science-online-program-now-accepting-fall-applications/) - Maharishi Vedic Science is the science and technology of consciousness and has its source in the ancient Vedic tradition of India. The term “Vedic” is derived from the Sanskrit word “Veda,” which means “knowledge” — knowledge of the field of pure intelligence that is the source of all the diverse fields of knowledge.
- [Suzan Erem Discusses SILT: A New Way To Own Farmland](https://www.miu.edu/suzan-erem-discusses-silt/) - UPDATE: Watch the entire lecture below! For the first time ever, Iowans can leave a legacy of healthy food to the next generation, making way for a cleaner planet, sustainable food farms and thriving rural economies. Suzan Erem, co-founder and president of the Sustainable Iowa Land Trust (SILT) will explain how this statewide nonprofit is
- ["My Reincarnation" Showing at The Orpheum](https://www.miu.edu/my-reincarnation-showing-at-the-orpheum/) - My Reincarnation, the Emmy-nominated documentary film that follows the journey of awakening of a famous Buddhist teacher’s son, screens this Saturday, April 2nd at 7:30 p.m. as part of the David Lynch MFA in Film (DLMFA) Outer Dimensions Film Series at Fairfield’s Orpheum Theater. DLMFA co-founder and Fairfield resident Joanna Plafsky is Executive Producer
- [Listen to the Entire Colloquy on Deep Sustainability Now!](https://www.miu.edu/listen-to-the-whole-colloquy-on-deep-sustainability-now/) - Last week we published an article that details what our Colloquy on Deep Sustainability was all about, but now you have the chance to experience the conversations from that event for yourself! Below you'll find audio recordings of the entire 3-day conference. Our colloquy participants included: Betty Wells of Iowa State University Bob Ferguson of
- [Students Build Charging Station for Electric Cars](https://www.miu.edu/students-build-charging-station-for-electric-cars/) - Eleven students in a recent course on energy and sustainability built a charging station for electric cars. The station is attached to the Sustainable Living Center grid and uses some of the excess energy from the wind turbine and solar panels that power the building. The station, at 40 amps, is able to charge cars
- [Student Film Screened at World’s Top Fantasy Film Festival](https://www.miu.edu/student-film-screened-at-worlds-top-fantasy-film-festival/) - The thesis film by alumna Agnes Baginska had its premiere last month at the world’s top festival for fantasy – being one of just 23 short films out of over 2,000 submissions to make it into the Official Fantastic Selection of the Sitges International Fantastic Film Festival in Spain. “It is truly a great honor
- [Percilla Herrera: Women, Consciousness, and Health](https://www.miu.edu/percilla-herrera-women-consciousness-and-health/) - Growing up in Los Angeles, Percilla Herrera observed women around her and desired to help them grow healthier and happier. But it wasn’t until she came to MIU that she realized she could have a career doing just that. She already had a good start with a yoga teacher certification from India and numerous credits
- ["Naturally Trim" Non-Credit Course Now Available](https://www.miu.edu/naturally-trim-non-credit-course-now-available) - Naturally Trim is a simple, and natural approach to obtaining your ideal weight. The Naturally Trim, based on Maharishi Ayurveda, the world’s oldest system of natural medicine approach to weight loss and weight management is fundamentally different from any other program you may have tried. REGISTRATION OPEN! The joys and benefits of cooking using Ayurvedic principles are explored in this course.
- [5 Ways to Make Sustainability a New Thanksgiving Tradition](https://www.miu.edu/5-ways-to-make-sustainability-a-new-thanksgiving-tradition/) - With a tradition as deeply established as Thanksgiving, taking some extra time to change our habits toward more sustainable practices can seem overwhelming.
- [Fairfield: The "Entrepreneurial Capital of Iowa”](https://www.miu.edu/fairfield-the-entrepreneurial-capital-of-iowa/) - MIU's hometown of Fairfield has been called the "entrepreneurial capital of Iowa" by governor Terry Branstad. According to the Fairfield Economic Development Association (FEDA), "a third of venture capital in the entire state has been invested in Fairfield-based companies." In addition to Governor Branstad's praise, Fairfield has also received two entrepreneurial awards: 2003 Grassroots Rural
- [Sustainable MBA Online Ranked Among Top Programs For Environmental Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/sustainable-mba-online-ranked-among-top-programs-for-environmental-sustainability/) - MUM’s Sustainable MBA Online was recently ranked as one of the top programs for Environmental Sustainability by the website Online MBA Today, a popular site providing news and updates for MBA online students and those in the market for an online MBA. MUM Online offers university students the opportunity to pursue a degree with little
- [David Lynch Masters in Film Screening Series -- Kickoff Weekend](https://www.miu.edu/david-lynch-masters-in-film-screening-series-kickoff-weekend/) - The David Lynch Masters in Film Program (DLMFA) is pleased to announce the Outer Dimensions Film Series - a new bi-weekly film salon that will showcase indie/alternative features, shorts, and trailers from the DLMFA family as well as a wide range of other film artists. The bi-weekly salons are for all cinema lovers in the
- [Teaching Living Soils Course is a Dream Come True for Alumna Molly Haviland](https://www.miu.edu/teaching-living-soils-course-is-a-dream-come-true-for-alumni-molly-haviland/) - Molly Haviland, an MIU Sustainable Living alumna, will be teaching the upcoming Living Soils course this June. Joining her in the class will be David Fisher, PhD and SL Department Head, Loida Vasquez, an MIU alumna and graduate of the Dr. Elaine Ingham method course and Ben Ice, Owner of Ice’s Soil Regeneration in Otsego, MN.
- [Momone Maley Revamps Library Garden](https://www.miu.edu/momone-maley-revamps-library-garden/) - Momone Maley is known to many at MUM for being a very hard working student. Having been involved with many different projects at MUM ranging from farming to beekeeping, Momone has learned and achieved a lot in her time here. Now she is close to earning her MBA degree, but even with all of the
- [Dr. Travis Collaborating with Other Top Meditation Researchers](https://www.miu.edu/dr-travis-collaborating-with-other-top-meditation-researchers/) - Faculty researcher Fred Travis and 20 top meditation researchers from around the country have now held a series of three meetings with the goal of exploring the future of meditation research and to look into the similarities and differences among the various approaches to meditation. Dr. Travis was invited to participate because of his numerous
- [Jim Carrey Mentions MUM Visit on Ellen Degeneres Show](https://www.miu.edu/jim-carrey-mentions-mum-visit-on-ellen-degeneres-show/) - Actor Jim Carrey, who presented the 2014 commencement address at MIU, ended an interview on The Ellen Degeneres Show by briefly talking about his visit to the University and showing a short segment from his address. Afterwards, another half a million people viewed his commencement address on the YouTube Maharishi International University channel, bringing the total
- [Germany, China Show Interest in MUM Health Findings](https://www.miu.edu/germany-china-show-interest-in-mum-health-findings/) - Both the German and European hypertension and heart associations are now evaluating research on the Transcendental Meditation technique as a treatment for high blood pressure and prevention of heart disease, thanks to recent visits by Robert Schneider, MD, FACC, dean of the Maharishi College of Perfect Health. Dr. Schneider also gave presentations at two top
- [Hosting the former Japanese Prime Minister at MUM’s 2015 Commencement](https://www.miu.edu/hosting-the-former-japanese-prime-minister-at-mums-2015-commencement/) - The 2015 commencement speaker at Maharishi International University’s graduation on May 23 was Dr. Yukio Hatoyama, the former prime minister of Japan. Dr. Hatoyama has a PhD from Stanford in the same department from which I got my PhD, called Management Science and Engineering, though I arrived at Stanford a year after he had
- [Internet, Business and Consciousness](https://www.miu.edu/internet-business-and-consciousness/) - Internet has changed the way business is conducted. The world has been flattened. We can outsource work to someone half-way around the globe, and also serve customers equally far away. Business models evolve to bring together the best of breed knowledge workers to address the biggest of emerging challenges. We are influenced by the vibes
- [Varsha Khatri: Illuminated Health](https://www.miu.edu/varsha-khatri-illuminated-health/) - I spoke with Varsha Khatri a few weeks ago when she came to Fairfield to visit her alma mater. She is a graduate of the BA degree in Physiology and Health in 2008, and about 3 years ago, she settled with her husband in London—where she was born. There, she began a health practice called
- [Keeping 3 Fingers on the Pulse](https://www.miu.edu/keeping-3-fingers-on-the-pulse/) - At Maharishi International University (MIU), students come from all around the world to learn from the best of the best about health and how to improve it through the ancient system of Maharishi AyurVeda. Undergraduate Physiology and Health students study with top-notch Maharishi AyurVedic professors, MDs, and Vaidyas with decades of experience, and then put
- [Spring Detox, the Maharishi AyurVedic Way](https://www.miu.edu/spring-detox-the-maharishi-ayurvedic-way/) - You know how you often don't feel well after eating out? Maharishi AyurVed advises to eat light for a meal or two, while sipping hot water every 20 minutes, to burn away excess Ama (undigested food) with our digestive fire (Agni). Sipping hot water throughout the day is perhaps the most powerful adjunct to any
- [Alex Cequea: BA, Business, 2009; MBA, Sustainable Business, 2010](https://www.miu.edu/alex-cequea-ba-business-2009-mba-sustainable-business-2010/) - Two years ago, Alex was featured in the MIU Alumni Profiles, but it looks like he’s done a lot since then. About a year ago, Alex sold his share of ownership of iPhone Life magazine to his partners (who are also MIU alumni), and suddenly found himself in a very privileged position: no wife, no kids,
- [Troy and Amy Van Beek Succeed with Ideal Energy Inc.](https://www.miu.edu/troy-and-amy-van-beek-succeed-with-ideal-energy-inc/) - Amy and Troy Van Beek report that Ideal Energy Inc., a solar energy business they co-own in Fairfield, is currently working on both small- and large-scale projects that service communities in the Midwest and nationally. The work they have already accomplished has made Fairfield the city with the highest number of solar energy installations per
- [Jim Bagnola, MA in Vedic Science and Author](https://www.miu.edu/jim-bagnola-ma-in-vedic-science-and-author/) - I connected with Jim Bagnola in late February, 2015, while he was at the hospital with his father, who’d had a procedure that morning. His father, Jim said, “is a strong old guy.” Both of Jim’s parents are 88 and both have been meditating for almost 40 years. Jim has an exciting life of flying
- [Donielle (Puki) Freeberg: To L.A. and Beyond](https://www.miu.edu/donielle-puki-freeberg-to-l-a-and-beyond/) - Puki, a 2009 graduate of the MIU Media and Communications program, works for the David Lynch Foundation in one of the most exciting cities in the U.S. She’s currently working in L.A. and is about to move to New York City in a few months. Puki gave me a run down on what she’s been doing
- [Alumni Update: Tom Morgan](https://www.miu.edu/alumni-update-tom-morgan/) - Tom Morgan’s news is that he is relaunching his intercultural training company to market directly to clients rather than sub-contracting with intermediary intercultural consulting companies to train their corporate clients. Tom is not new in this field. He has been helping leaders and employees of global organizations communicate effectively across cultural borders for more than
- [MUM, AmeriCorps Volunteers Plan Green Graduation](https://www.miu.edu/mum-americorps-volunteers-plan-green-graduation/) - All graduation-related activities this year are being assessed to see how they can be made more environmentally friendly. Heading up the "green graduation" initiative are the five Green Iowa AmeriCorps volunteers who have been making the campus more sustainable the past eight months. "We've met with organizers for each graduation event — the garden party,
- [Student Film Shown at International Film Festival](https://www.miu.edu/student-film-shown-at-international-film-festival/) - Undergraduate student Marina McKay recently had a film shown at the international Haikurts Microfilm Festival in Barcelona, Spain. Her film was one of 100 selected. The Haikurts format is modeled after haiku, which are short poems with three lines of 5, 7, and 5 syllables, thereby totaling 17 syllables. The Haikurts film submissions were required
- [Faculty Address Delhi Conference to Re-Establish Vedic India](https://www.miu.edu/faculty-address-delhi-conference-to-re-establish-vedic-india/) - Last month MIU President Dr. Bevan Morris and five faculty members participated in and helped to organize a historic conference to re-enliven the Vedic tradition in India. The conference was notable for bringing together government ministers, leaders of Indian spiritual organizations, and leaders of Maharishi's worldwide organizations. "The purpose was to re-establish ideal Vedic life
- [Students Lobby Lawmakers in Des Moines](https://www.miu.edu/students-lobby-lawmakers-in-des-moines/) - Students in a course on global sustainability traveled to the Iowa capitol in Des Moines last month to lobby lawmakers about environmental policy. The student's lobbying efforts were part of Environmental Lobby Day, an annual event organized by the Iowa Environmental Council that this year involved over 250 people and 35 organizations. "The capitol
- [Student Club Focuses on Needs of Veterans](https://www.miu.edu/student-club-focuses-on-needs-of-veterans/) - A newly formed student club focused on the needs of veterans has been meeting twice a month and has been organizing community service projects. Club founder Danny Hitchings said the goal is to help veterans heal and that community service is a part of healing. The projects of the club have included helping to reorganize
- [Environmental Law Class To Be Taught By Leading Experts](https://www.miu.edu/environmental-law-class-to-be-taught-by-leading-experts/) - "Making Peace with the Earth," a course on global environmental law and food policy being offered in block 5 (May), will feature top experts, including Ved Nanda, JD, the director of International Legal Studies at the University of Denver and a leading international law scholar and global activist. The course will identify key global environmental
- [Practicum Students Conduct Over 100 Wellness Consultations](https://www.miu.edu/practicum-students-conduct-over-100-wellness-consultations/) - Campus residents are now a bit healthier thanks to the health consultations offered by students in the undergraduate major in physiology and health. As part of a new practicum course, the students have conducted over 100 consultations since last September. The students offer the consultations at the Integrative Wellness Center in the Women's Peace Palace
- [SL Visitors Cross the Country in “Green Machine”](https://www.miu.edu/sl-visitors-cross-the-country-in-green-machine/) - A young couple from Portland, Oregon recently stopped by the Sustainable Living Department on their cross country adventure that has taken them down the West coast, across the Southwest to New Orleans, up to Pennsylvania and New York, and back across the Midwest on their way home. Although Tom Walther and April Cummins drove a
- [The Dymaxion House: The Tiny House of the Future, circa 1930](https://www.miu.edu/the-dymaxion-house-the-tiny-house-of-the-future-circa-1930/) - Buckminster Fuller understood the need for a move to tiny houses. Unfortunately for Fuller (and the rest of us), he was 80 years ahead of his time. In the past 10 years, tiny houses have become extremely trendy, and not without good reason. The real estate market has proven to be turbulent, to say the
- [Former Japan Prime Minister Addresses Record 391 Grads](https://www.miu.edu/former-japan-prime-minister-addresses-record-391-grads/) - On May 23, Dr. Yukio Hatoyama, prime minister of Japan in 2009–2010, presented MIU's 2015 commencement address to a record 391 graduating students. The graduates represented 61 different countries and included 96 undergraduates and 252 graduate students. Also receiving degrees were 43 students at Maharishi Invincibility Institute in South Africa who have been enrolled in
- [Maharishi University in Iowa to Celebrate United Nations Day of Yoga](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-university-in-iowa-to-celebrate-united-nations-day-of-yoga/) - Even as yoga becomes popular in the West, India is losing touch with its own tradition — a direction that new Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi intends to reverse. At the behest of Mr. Modi, the United Nations declared June 21 as International Day of Yoga, with yoga practitioners around the world celebrating the day
- [Supriya Vidic Venkatesan, BA, Media and Communications, Creative Writing, 2012](https://www.miu.edu/supriya-vidic-venkatesan-ba-media-and-communications-creative-writing-2012/) - Currently, Supriya lives in New Jersey and is an independent communications consultant. Some of her work includes: Conducting audience research for a major Hollywood film Creating non-profit strategy with New York Writers Coalition, and others Consulting with startups, such as biotech and technology firms. One recent client was Religions for Peace, the largest interfaith group
- [Benek Lisefski, Graphic Designer and New Zealander](https://www.miu.edu/benek-lisefski-graphic-designer-and-new-zealander/) - I talked to Benek in late June, 2015, while he was visiting his parents in Fairfield. Benek graduated from MIU in 2005 in a Bachelor of Fine Arts, with an emphasis on digital media. If you have read his profile on the MIU site, you already know that Benek and his brother, Alek, shared the valedictorian
- [Amy Spitzfaden, BA, Literature, 2012](https://www.miu.edu/amy-spitzfaden-ba-literature-2012/) - I ask Amy what she’s finding most exciting these days. “Everything,” she tells me. “I’m excited about everything!” Amy loves her full-time job at PCSC, Inc., in Peterborough, New Hampshire, a company that helps publishers build audiences in print and online. Amy’s primary role is to manage the social media presence of PCSC and its client publishers. She
- [Ravi Both, MUM Grad and Online Marketing Specialist](https://www.miu.edu/ravi-both-mum-grad-and-online-marketing-specialist/) - Recently, I got to talk to Ravi Both after interviewing his wife, Amy Spitzfaden, a month ago. They both work for Amy’s mother’s company, PSCS, Inc., located in Peterborough, New Hampshire. PSCS helps periodical and book publishers increase their sales both online and in retail. The company has all TM-Sidha and meditator employees, and among
- [Nicole McIntyre, 2014 MUM BFA Graduate](https://www.miu.edu/nicole-mcintyre-2014-mum-bfa-graduate/) - Last August, I grabbed an interview with 2014 MIU BFA graduate, Nicole McIntyre via SKYPE. We start by talking about her pre-collegiate life in Boston where she waited tables while “avoiding the pressure of others' ideas of success” and maintaining a healthy “distrust of where things were headed education-wise.” Nicole’s twenty-something concern reflects the pressure
- [Taylor Ross Promotes Wonder with Art, Music and Design](https://www.miu.edu/taylor-ross-promotes-wonder-with-art-music-and-design/) - A Fairfield native and graduate of the Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment, Taylor Ross navigates her world with eyes open. "I’m interested in amplifying or catalyzing the incredible. That’s my niche," she says. She summarizes her ongoing experimentation with music and study of art (including a BFA from Carleton College in Minnesota) as
- [Radim Schreiber Captures the Magic of Fireflies Through Photography](https://www.miu.edu/radim-schreiber-captures-the-magic-of-fireflies-through-photography/) - As daylight fades on an early summer evening, you’ll find Iowans sitting spellbound in backyards, watching fireflies float in and out of view - like invisible fairies carrying tiny, flickering lanterns. For those of you living far from rural America, a visit Radim Schreiber’s website, Firefly Experience, is a free pass to this enchanted realm. An MIU BFA graduate, Radim
- [Journal Highlights Lean Management Implementation](https://www.miu.edu/journal-highlights-lean-management-implementation/) - An article summarizing a step-by-step project to improve lean processes at MIU was recently published by the peer-reviewed journal Quality Assurance for Higher Education. Written by Andrew Bargerstock, director of the MBA program, and department administrator Sylvia Richards, the article describes how the business department's academic assessment process was streamlined and simplified by conducting a
- [New Books Explore Spiritual Awakening and Enlightenment](https://www.miu.edu/new-books-explore-spiritual-awakening-and-enlightenment/) - Two books detailing the growth of spirituality and enlightenment via the Transcendental Meditation technique have recently been published. Awaken To Your Divinity: Creating Your Emotional Fitness: The Missing Link to Spiritual Growth is a 172-page book focused on spiritual growth and the idea that humans are divine beings in human form, with the purpose of
- [Student Song Goes Viral](https://www.miu.edu/student-song-goes-viral/) - A single with lyrics by student Tara De Santis has gone viral, with over 28,000 views on Soundcloud.com the first month it was released. An indie dance song but with a flavor of electronic dance music, the single was produced by Saxton, a music producer in Maine, and is about love and hope for the
- [Alumna Wins Peace Award](https://www.miu.edu/alumna-wins-peace-award/) - Devanna De La Puente (B.A. in business, 2003) recently won the 2015 Marsh Award for Innovation in Peacemaking and Peacekeeping in recognition of her work in preventing and responding to sexual and gender-based violence in the context of disasters and conflict in the Asia-Pacific region. The award, made in association with Wilton Park, the British
- [Sustainable Living Center Recognized by United Nations](https://www.miu.edu/sustainable-living-center-recognized-by-united-nations) - A two-page case study of MIU's Sustainable Living Center is being included in a new 160-page PDF book published by the United Nations that helps to "inspire, encourage, and support universities to develop and implement their own transformative strategies for establishing green, resource-efficient, and low carbon campuses." Titled Greening Universities Toolkit V2.0, the book details
- [AmeriCorps Team Continues Focus on Green Campus](https://www.miu.edu/americorps-team-continues-focus-on-green-campus/) - The MIU Green Iowa AmeriCorps team, funded primarily by the state of Iowa, is being renewed for a second year, with a continued focus on promoting sustainability awareness, performing energy audits, and creating a greener community. This past year's achievements included conducting 90 energy audits and weatherizations, organizing dozens of educational events, installing over 1,000
- [Q & A with Conner Carey, Class of '15 and Writer for iPhone Life](https://www.miu.edu/q-a-with-conner-carey-class-of-15-and-writer-for-iphonelife/) - Conner Carey (pictured center) graduated from MIU in the summer of 2015 with a major in English Literature with an emphasis in Creative Writing. Not long after, she became an intern - and, soon, employee! - at the wildly successful iPhone Life magazine. In this interview, Conner talks about how she succeeded in finding a job in
- [Marci Shimoff, BA in Business, 1979](https://www.miu.edu/marci-shimoff-ba-in-business-1979/) - Marci Shimoff is a world-renowned inspirational speaker and #1 NY Times bestselling author who specializes in helping people become happier. In the past year, she’s given talks in Russia, Ukraine, Japan, China, and Budapest, and has spoken to audiences of 10,000+. Her fame began with her co-authorship of Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul in
- [Adventures in Composting with Monica Moscovici, Compost Operations Director at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/adventures-in-composting-with-monica-moscovici-compost-operations-director-at-mum/) - The last time we spoke with Monica was back in August. The on-campus composting project she launched began with 10% of the dining hall waste, and quickly shot up to 45%.
- [Jami Johnson: Fashion and Design](https://www.miu.edu/jami-johnson-fashion-and-design/) - Graphic and fashion designer Jami Johnson works as part of “a tight knit team” for Blue Fish Clothing in Fairfield, Iowa. “I never thought I’d be moved back to a small town in Midwest and working at a clothing line doing fashion design,” she tells me. Her resume includes work at an Egyptian graphic design agency, fashion design school in NYC, women’s soft goods and
- [Kurtis Kujawski's Art to be Shown at NCECA Conference](https://www.miu.edu/kurtis-kujawskis-art-to-be-shown-at-nceca-conference/) - MIU Department of Art student Kurtis Kujawski has been invited to exhibit during the 2016 National Council On Education For The Ceramic Arts NCECA conference. Kurtis is one of 6 undergraduate and graduate students from a field of over 200 entrants nationwide whose work was selected on the basis of artistic excellence in ceramics to exhibit at the NCECA National Student Juried Exhibition,
- [Interview with Bill Teeple, Artist and Founder of Fairfield's ICON Gallery](https://www.miu.edu/interview-with-bill-teeple-artist-and-founder-of-fairfields-icon-gallery/) - ICON is a fitting name for Iowa Contemporary Arts and an apt description of the gallery’s well-loved founder/director/curator, Bill Teeple. I recently visited him there. In the '70s, Bill and his artist partner Lynn Durham were living in California. Their fantasy/fairy art cards and calendars (published by Green Tiger Press) were selling nationwide. Simultaneously, Doug Henning’s World of Magic had commissioned poster-art from the pair
- [MUM Receives Recognition for Diversity](https://www.miu.edu/mum-receives-recognition-for-diversity/) - MIU has been ranked #36 among the best colleges for diversity nationwide by College Factual, a website that uses customizable tools and outcomes-based rankings systems to guide students through the college selection process. A number of factors were used to determine the diversity ranking, which includes both research universities and liberal arts colleges. The overall
- [Do It Yourself in New Campus "MakerSpace"](https://www.miu.edu/do-it-yourself-in-new-campus-makerspace/) - In keeping with the nationwide trend of community-based makerspaces, which make a variety of tools and technologies available to all comers, MIU now has its own makerspace available to the entire Fairfield community. The tools offered include a new 3-D printer that one can use to print 3-D objects that are designed on a computer
- [Students Honor Local Farmers](https://www.miu.edu/students-honor-local-farmers/) - Farmers selling their produce at the Fairfield Farmers Market on a Saturday late last month received a nice surprise when MIU students came bearing gifts. The idea arose during a recent course on organic agriculture when the students suggested to professor A. Thimmaiah that they'd like to show their appreciation for the local farmers. In
- [Dr. Schneider Addresses Holistic Medicine Doctors](https://www.miu.edu/dr-schneider-addresses-holistic-medicine-doctors/) - Doctors wanting to learn more about treating the body by managing the brain recently had the opportunity to hear a talk by Robert Schneider, MD, FACC, dean of the Maharishi College of Perfect Health. Dr. Schneider was part of a gathering of nationally recognized medical doctors in integrative medicine invited to speak and conduct workshops
- [Next Generation Leaders to Apprentice Under MUM Officials](https://www.miu.edu/next-generation-leaders-to-apprentice-under-mum-officials/) - The next generation of young leaders on campus began participating last month in a new program to apprentice under MIU's senior leaders. As part of the MIU Apprenticeship Programme, graduates of the Enlightened Leadership Program will work under President Dr. Bevan Morris, Executive Vice-President Craig Pearson, and each member of the executive committee. The goals
- [New Study Shows Increases in Telomerase Gene Expression](https://www.miu.edu/new-study-shows-increases-in-telomerase-gene-expression/) - A new study published last month in PLOS One found that the Transcendental Meditation technique and lifestyle changes both appear to stimulate genes that produce telomerase, an enzyme that's associated with a decrease in cellular aging, reduced blood pressure, prevention of cardiovascular disease, and reduced mortality. Specifically, these approaches were found to activate two genes
- [Maggie Argiro, Renaissance Woman](https://www.miu.edu/maggie-argiro-renaissance-woman/) - The broad 15th century Italian concept of a Renaissance Man is one who "can do all things if he will" and who is "limitless when it comes to capacity for development and obliged to further these talents and gifts as fully as possible." Maggie Argiro is definitely a 21st century Renaissance woman. Maggie earned her
- [Taking the Mundane to the Magical: The Art of Tony Ellis](https://www.miu.edu/taking-the-mundane-to-the-magical-the-art-of-tony-ellis/) - It felt too informal to interview artist Tony Ellis (full disclosure: my husband) at home in my pajamas, so we moved our early morning interview to Café Paradiso. After ordering a tea for him (a Brit) and a cappuccino for me (addicted), we start the interview. "Remind me, when did you start taking photos?" I
- [Systems Thinking: Sally Wilson’s Leveraging Tool for Social Change](https://www.miu.edu/systems-thinking-sally-wilsons-leveraging-tool-for-social-change/) - On December 7th 2015, Sally Wilson addressed a full classroom in the Sustainable Living building at Maharishi University where she will be teaching an Applied Systems Thinking class in February as an Adjunct Faculty member.
- [New Publication Explores Neural Correlates of Doshas](https://www.miu.edu/new-publication-explores-neural-correlates-of-doshas/) - A new paper by faculty researchers Fred Travis and Keith Wallace published in the Journal of Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine lays out the possible areas of the brain that are associated with each of the three doshas: basic body types described by Maharishi AyurVeda that are fundamental to mind, behavior, physiological function — and health and well-being.
- [Study Finds TM Reduces Stress in Caregivers](https://www.miu.edu/study-finds-tm-reduces-stress-in-caregivers/) - A new study involving 23 caregivers, most of whom were taking care of a family member with Alzheimer's, found that over a two-month period practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique helped to reduce the stress associated with caregiving. Published in the International Archives of Nursing and Health Care, this pilot study found improvements in perceived
- [BFA Alumna Alexandra Gabriel Discusses Textiles, Dreamscapes, and Grad School](https://www.miu.edu/bfa-alumna-alexandra-gabriel-discusses-textiles-dreamscapes-and-grad-school/) - MIU BFA graduate Alexandra “Alex” Gabriel has come full circle in a journey she shares with me at Revelations, one of her favorite meeting places in Fairfield. Alex tells me she began her BFA at another university but “couldn’t get into the flow at art school. I was just going through the motions.” During a
- [Elee Torres Talks "Tasty Buns," Avant-Garde Fashion, and More](https://www.miu.edu/elee-torres-talks-tasty-buns-avant-garde-fashion-and-more/) - I'm unsure where to begin my interview with MIU 2013 BFA graduate Elee Torres. Do we start with his Tasty Buns Patisserie, his avant-garde runway fashions from EcoJam 2015, or “Caravan,” his final BFA Final Show using cloth, paint, thread, wood, and re-purposed objects? Let's start with some background: Elee explains that the breadth of
- [Graduation Address by Jim Carrey Viewed Over 10 Million Times](https://www.miu.edu/graduation-address-by-jim-carrey-viewed-over-10-million-times/) - The 2014 commencement address by actor Jim Carrey has now been viewed over 10 million times on YouTube. In addition, it's now a top result when one searches for "Jim Carrey" on YouTube. A graph of the steadily increasing number of views can be seen here.
- [Makerspace Relaunches: New Staff, Added Tools, More Hours](https://www.miu.edu/makerspace-relaunches-new-staff-added-tools-more-hours/) - The community makerspace in the science wing of the Library has recently been reorganized and remodeled, including additional tools and the hiring of two highly qualified staff. Those interested in woodworking, metalworking, electronics, 3-D printing, sewing, and more have a full range of tools available to them, with plans to expand the current hours. Co-directors
- [Kenzie Wacknov: Abstract Art and Teaching Creativity](https://www.miu.edu/kenzie-wacknov-abstract-art-and-teaching-creativity/) - Current MIU student and 2015 BFA graduate Kenzie Wacknov knew from an early age that she was an artist. "Both of my parents are artists and encouraged me," she says. Kenzie also credits two early mentors, ICON Gallery owner Bill Teeple and MSAE art instructor Greg Thatcher, for giving her "techniques and the space to be
- [Dr. Thimmaiah Offers Agriculture Workshop in Italy](https://www.miu.edu/dr-thimmaiah-offers-agriculture-workshop-in-italy/) - Professor A. Thimmaiah presented a two-day workshop on Biodynamic Agriculture last month in Cissone, Italy, as well as speaking at a school and a university and networking with various individuals and organizations, including discussing internship opportunities for MUM students. He was invited by AgriBio, an association of over 1,000 farmers who practice Biodynamic Agriculture in
- [PhD Student Receives $5,000 Research Grant](https://www.miu.edu/phd-student-receives-5000-research-grant/) - Dinesh Gyawali, a doctoral student in physiology, recently received a grant from the Cochrane Collaboration to help subsidize expenses associated with his project to systematically review research on the effect of Ayurvedic preparations on cardiovascular risk factors, specifically high cholesterol. "It's a good encouragement that this study was funded," Mr. Gyawali said. "There has been
- [Volunteers Invited to Help Plant 100 Trees](https://www.miu.edu/volunteers-invited-to-help-plant-100-trees/) - Thanks to a $10,000 grant from Alliant Energy, MIU will be planting about 100 trees on campus this month, with volunteers invited to help with the planting on Saturday and Sunday, April 23 and 24. The trees to be planted include 6 American linden, 8 bald cypress, 8 Kentucky coffeetree, 7 London planetree, 25 swamp
- [Alumni Receive Cambodia's Highest Civilian Honor](https://www.miu.edu/alumni-receive-cambodias-highest-civilian-honor/) - PhD graduates Lee Fergusson and Anna Bonshek were recently awarded Cambodia's highest civilian honor by royal decree of the King of Cambodia in the King's 2016 honors list, based on the recommendation of the president of the National Assembly of Cambodia. Called the "Royal Order of Sahametrei," the honor recognizes their distinguished services to the
- [David Lynch MFA Wins Big at Iowa Motion Picture Awards](https://www.miu.edu/david-lynch-mfa-wins-big-at-iowa-motion-picture-awards/) - The David Lynch Graduate School of Cinematic Arts at Maharishi International University was a big winner at the Iowa Motion Pictures Association (IMPA) awards in Pella, Iowa on April 16th. Class of 2015 alumna Monica Demes’ thesis project, Lilith’s Awakening, is a haunting and beautiful modern-day vampire film and is the first completed feature-length film
- [Hilary Nelson, MUM Art Grad, Discusses MFA Progress](https://www.miu.edu/hilary-nelson-mum-art-grad-discusses-mfa-progress/) - 2013 MIU BFA graduate Hilary Nelson’s steady progress towards a career in art has been both thoughtful and reality based. "You can progress on your own," she tells me, "but a BFA program can speed that up. It can be a huge push." "I received a BS in Sustainable Living from MIU in 2007," she
- [The Birdhouses of Holly Manon Moore: "Put A Bird In It"](https://www.miu.edu/the-birdhouses-of-holly-manon-moore-put-a-bird-in-it/) - Holly Manon Moore arrived at MIU with a BFA in printmaking from West Virginia University (WVU), where she studied with renowned printmaker Will Peterson. While working on MIU staff, Holly was able to complete the art department core courses. “Everything I learned at WVU fell into place,” she tells me. Holly was the first person
- [MUM Grad Cherie Sampson Creates Environmental Performance Art](https://www.miu.edu/mum-grad-cherie-sampson-creates-environmental-performance-art/) - MIU BFA grad and two-time Fulbright scholar Cherie Sampson’s has her feet firmly planted on the ground on her organic apple orchard midway between Fairfield IA and Columbia, MO - where she is a professor of Fine Art at the University of Missouri in Columbia. Sampson’s recent work, Dissecting the Blossom, was filmed in that
- [Zhou Jiang Named Top Accounting Student](https://www.miu.edu/zhou-jiang-named-top-accounting-student/) - Zhou Jiang, a PhD student in management, was recently recognized by the Iowa Society of CPAs after being nominated by the management department as the 2016 Outstanding Accounting Student. Faculty at each college and university nominate their top student, and the society then presents them with an award. Ms. Zhou's accomplishments as a student include
- [Faculty Present at Harvard on Sustainable Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/faculty-present-at-harvard-on-sustainable-agriculture/) - MIU faculty recently had the opportunity to present a more profound view of agriculture at a conference on "The Spirit of Sustainable Agriculture" hosted by Harvard Divinity School. A. Thimmaiah, Travis Cox, and John Fagan led a workshop that presented three natural approaches to agriculture. Dr. Thimmaiah was also invited to be one of five
- [New Study: Invincible America Assembly Reduced Homicides and Violent Crime](https://www.miu.edu/new-study-invincible-america-assembly-reduced-homicides-and-violent-crime/) - A new study has found that the community Invincible America Assembly reduced the rate of homicides by a total of 21.2% over the four-year period when attendance was at its peak, and reduced the rate of violent crime by a total of 18.5% over the same period. The study estimates that 8,157 homicides were averted
- [Dr. Freund Publishes Newly Discovered Varuna Purana](https://www.miu.edu/dr-freund-publishes-newly-discovered-varuna-purana/) - For the first time, the charming stories of the Varuna Purana have been published, thanks to the discovery of this ancient text by faculty member Peter Freund and his colleague Vivek Vaidyanathan. Dr. Freund's book contains both the Sanskrit text and an English translation. Purana is a branch of Vedic Literature that features ancient stories,
- [Hungary Conference Highlights Faculty Presentation](https://www.miu.edu/hungary-conference-highlights-faculty-presentation/) - A forthcoming conference in Hungary on the topic of "Reinventing Europe" has highlighted a paper by faculty Harald Harung and Fred Travis in their widespread promotion of the event. According to the website, "The Integral European Conference is the prime gathering in Europe for the global integral community to connect, share, and develop a global
- [New Study: Role of Transcending in Cognitive Development](https://www.miu.edu/new-study-role-of-transcending-in-cognitive-development/) - A new paper by Professor Fred Travis in the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences discusses how specific experiences help promote cognitive development at various stages as one grows, culminating in the experience of transcendence as a driver of further development once an individual reaches the adult stage of rational thought. Citing research
- [Heads of Biodynamic Ag Associations Speak to Students](https://www.miu.edu/heads-of-biodynamic-ag-associations-speak-to-students/) - Robert Karp, co-director of the Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association, and Jim Fullmer, co-director of the Demeter Association, both recently spoke to students in a course on biodynamic agriculture. The speakers discussed the goals of biodynamic agriculture and the role of their associations, including setting standards and offering certification. Biodynamic agriculture is similar to organic,
- [New Short Course: Biodynamic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/biodynamic-agriculture/) - This online non-credit course, Biodynamic Agriculture, introduces students to the principles and practices of growing plants biodynamically. Using the well-established, scientific methods of organic farming, biodynamic agriculture takes them one step further by integrating spiritual practices into the system.
- [DLMFA Scholarship Winner "Milkmaid" Continues Film Award Wins](https://www.miu.edu/dlmfa-scholarship-winner-milkmaid-continues-film-award-wins/) - At the David Lynch MFA in Film Program, we know that film-making can take you on all kinds of amazing journeys. One such journey brought filmmaker Agnes Baginska to Fairfield, Iowa. Baginska, who spent her childhood in Poland, submitted her short film, Milkmaid, to the David Lynch MFA in Film (DLMFA) scholarship contest in 2014.
- [MUM President Dr. Bevan Morris Announces Retirement](https://www.miu.edu/mum-president-dr-bevan-morris-announces-retirement/) - After 36 years as president of Maharishi International University, Dr. Bevan Morris has announced that he will be retiring from the position, effective September 12, which is Founders Day. A formal announcement will be made at commencement, which will be Saturday, June, 18, at 1:00 p.m. at the Maharishi Patanjali Golden Dome. The public is
- [Faculty Continue Leading Research in Lean Accounting with New Paper](https://www.miu.edu/faculty-continue-leading-research-in-lean-accounting-with-new-paper/) - A new article by MBA faculty members Andrew Bargerstock and Ye Shi yet again shows MIU's leadership in the field of lean accounting. The article, entitled "Leaning Away from Standard Costing? Reconciling Lean Accounting Theory and Practice," examines an inconsistency in lean accounting theory and practice related to use of standard costing in U.S. manufacturing
- [Tom Todoroff Workshop Inspires Fairfield Actors](https://www.miu.edu/tom-todoroff-workshop-inspires-fairfield-actors/) - There are three rules at a Todoroff workshop; don’t leave the room while he’s working with an actor, don't use your cell phone, and have fun. “And don’t forget to take notes,” he advised, “I’ll tell you when to write things down.” So began a 5 hour adventure into the coaching, directing, and performance style
- [Hot Milk Before Bed: An AyurVedic Treat](https://www.miu.edu/hot-milk-before-bed-an-ayurvedic-treat/) - A cup of hot milk before bed sets the stage for smooth transition into sleep. It soothes the nerves and, if you prepare it just right, it is tasty and full of nutrients. Maharishi AyurVeda (MAV) identifies milk as balancing to vata and pitta doshas (click the provided links for more information about doshas and
- [Dharma Parenting: Understand Your Child From an Ayurvedic Point of View](https://www.miu.edu/dharma-parenting-understand-your-child-from-an-ayurvedic-point-of-view/) - Have you ever wondered what makes you, or your child, tick? Why does one child take their time to change, while another is constantly changing and yet another is trying to convince others to change? Are these unique tendencies nature or nurture? According to neuroscientists Dr. Keith Wallace and Dr. Fred Travis at Maharishi International University, the answer lies
- [Cheryl Zavala, Accounting Forensics, and the Value of Relaxation](https://www.miu.edu/cheryl-zavala-accounting-forensics-and-the-value-of-relaxation/) - Cheryl Zavala discovered MIU through the love of her aunt and uncle, two Fairfield locals and university associates. While visiting her aunt, Marilyn Ungaro of the MIU Donations Department, Cheryl had the opportunity to listen to Doctor Fred Travis speak about the value of Transcendental Meditation to the human mind. After returning to her job
- [One-Pointed to the Max: Michael Hauth’s Passion for Health and Maharishi AyurVeda](https://www.miu.edu/one-pointed-to-the-max-michael-hauths-passion-for-health-and-maharishi-ayurveda/) - I spoke with Michael Hauth, a recent graduate of the BS in Physiology and Health at MUM, to find out what he loved about the program, how he intended to use the knowledge, and what drew him to this unique degree. I asked Michael how he originally got interested in health. “Not in school when
- [Infosys Founder Offers Scholarships for Ag Students](https://www.miu.edu/infosys-founder-offers-scholarships-for-ag-students/) - Mr. S.D. Shibulal, a cofounder of technology giant Infosys, and Mrs. Kumari Shibulal received a Maharishi Award at the 2016 Fall Celebration, at which time they announced that their foundation would be providing scholarships totaling $100,000 for students from India who enroll in the new Regenerative Organic Agriculture Program that will begin in January. Infosys
- [Canada, Here We Come!](https://www.miu.edu/canada-here-we-come/) - Sustainable survival with a spiritual twist. How do we look at a new environment and assess its inherent qualities? How can we learn to live life in harmony with the laws of nature and gain a sense of unity with our surroundings? Dr. Sam James and Dr. Jesse Dann will lead an expedition to the
- [Biosphere 2 Architect, Dr. Phil Hawes, to Teach Permaculture at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/biosphere-2-architect-phil-hawes-to-teach-permaculture/) - Whether one is a Sustainable Living student or not, getting your Permaculture Design Certificate will change the way you look at food, water, energy, waste, and where you live. The College of Sustainable Living at Maharishi University has been fortunate enough to recently bring on Dr. Phil Hawes to teach the upcoming Permaculture course in May.
- [Local TV Interview with Dr. Thimmaiah, Director of ROAP](https://www.miu.edu/local-tv-interview-with-dr-thimmaiah-director-of-roap/) - MIU's new Regenerative Organic Agriculture Program (ROAP) gets its face on the local news! This new program is designed to put classroom knowledge to work in the field. Students study through the winter and, in spring, hit the dirt farming MIU's 26-acre farm close to campus. Dr. Thimmaiah created this set of courses with the
- [Soil Science with Francis Thicke](https://www.miu.edu/soil-science-with-francis-thicke/) - Sustainable Living has been honored to have local entrepreneur and organic dairy farmer Francis Thicke teaching our first week of Soil Science. Students are learning the history of soil, how to test the soil and how to enrich the soil naturally. This is a hands-on classroom experience with half the day spent listening to the
- [Company Donates Tools to Organic Agriculture Program](https://www.miu.edu/company-donates-tools-to-organic-agriculture-program/) - Students in the new program in regenerative organic agriculture are enjoying using approximately 30 new hand tools donated in January by Iowa tool manufacturing company Wilcox All-Pro Tools, including a variety of short- and long-handled digging trowels, weeders, soil scoops, and soil sifters. The students have been using them to plant beds in the Sustainable
- [Veteran Kyle Amsberry Plants the Seeds of a Dream in the New Regenerative Organic Agriculture Program](https://www.miu.edu/veteran-kyle-amsberry-plants-the-seeds-of-a-dream-in-the-new-regenerative-organic-agriculture-program/) - US Military Veteran Kyle Amsberry was introduced to Transcendental Meditation, and its beneficial effects on combat veterans, while serving our country. He soon learned about Maharishi University of Management, and was drawn to the idea of studying Sustainable Living while also exploring the path toward becoming a TM Teacher.
- [Accounting Student Joel Dobgang Passes the CPA Exam](https://www.miu.edu/accounting-alumnus-joel-dobgang-passes-the-cpa-exam/) - Maharishi International University (MIU) Accounting Professional student Joel Dobgang just passed the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam in the state of Ohio. Joel is originally from the central African country of Cameroon and has a background as an internal auditor at Express Exchange, a Cameroonian Financial Institution. Upon hearing about Joel's exciting CPA news, I decided to learn
- [Student Profile: Chandler Baucom](https://www.miu.edu/student-profile-chandler-baucom/) - Chandler Baucom is from the Charlotte, North Carolina area. He graduated with a bachelor's degree from UNC in Wilmington in 2014 before coming to the David Lynch MA in film program here at MIU last Fall. "I found an MIU testimonial online while browsing www.reddit.com and followed the links to MIU's site. Next thing I sent
- [Student Profile: Karen Borger](https://www.miu.edu/student-profile-karen-borger/) - David Lynch MFA in Film student Karen Borger is an Australian citizen currently residing in the United States. Photography was her first love and she discovered and explored the world of filmmaking at Sydney College of the Arts while studying Visual Communication Design. Since then, Karen pursued filmmaking as her chosen vocation and subsequently graduated
- [Student Profile: Melissa Chaconas](https://www.miu.edu/student-profile-melissa-chaconas/) - Where are you from and what brought you here to the David Lynch MA? I'm from Washington, DC and my love of David Lynch and photography brought me to the David Lynch MFA in film. I love film. I love images. I adore storytelling. I like the MA program and the practice of TM meditation. I went to the famous arts high school:
- [Fashion Show Features Student Film Costumes](https://www.miu.edu/fashion-show-features-student-film-costumes/) - Last Saturday night a special yearly fashion show, "EcoJam," took place in downtown Fairfield, Iowa and some MIU students were involved in putting on the show. Everyone from alumni, current students and prospective students took part in organizing, designing, modeling and attending. Even this month's MIU Visitors' Weekend participants were lucky enough to come watch. One of
- [MC Senior Talks Working with the DLMA, The Love Doc, and Finding Your Passion](https://www.miu.edu/mc-senior-talks-working-with-the-dlma-the-love-doc-and-finding-your-passion/) - Laura Muzzarelli is a Media and Communications senior, set to graduate later this month. She's been at MIU for two and a half years, and much of her time has been spent taking film courses and helping with the David Lynch Masters in Film students' projects. The 22 year old comes from Traverse City, Michigan, and says
- [SL Student Caucuses Allow Students to Be Heard](https://www.miu.edu/sl-student-caucuses-allow-students-to-be-heard/) - Due to positive response, Wednesday, May 13th, saw the second Sustainable Living department student caucus held on MUM campus. Organized by Sustainable Living department administrator Gerrie Stood and hosted by Dr. Travis Cox, the caucus allowed students to voice their opinions regarding campus an program issues that mattered most to them. Prominent students such as
- [Dr. Travis Cox Explores Philosophies of Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/dr-travis-cox-explores-philosophies-of-sustainability/) - Dr. Travis Cox held a talk in the MUM Sustainable Living Center in conjunction with Doug Tuers of Green Iowa AmeriCorps, where he talked about different philosophical concepts that relate to sustainability. This talk comes straight out of his Philosophies of Sustainability class, and he covers philosophers such as Andres Edwards, Aldo Leopold, Jerry Mander, Joel
- [MUM Sustainable Living Exhibits at AASHE's 2015 Conference](https://www.miu.edu/mum-sustainable-living-exhibits-at-aashes-2015-conference/) - AASHE, the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, hosted its 2015 conference in Minneapolis, MN, and we had the pleasure of being one of their exhibitors! Beginning on October 25 and running through to October 28th, this conference was all about different sustainability-minded organizations coming together to share their ideas, network, and
- [Concept To Market Institute](https://www.miu.edu/concept-to-market-institute/) - The Maharishi International University (MIU) College of Business is pleased to announce its latest development, the Concept to Market Institute (CTMI). The CTMI allows students to take business ideas and transform them into viable companies. Individuals are guided through the entire development process, from filling the necessary paperwork to securing investors to having an office
- [Watch Highlights From DreamChange's First Annual Love Summit](https://www.miu.edu/watch-highlights-from-dreamchanges-first-annual-love-summit/) - A couple of months ago I caught up with one of the Sustainable Living department's most successful graduates, Samantha Thomas. Back then, as the executive director of DreamChange, Samantha was in the process of wrapping up their first annual Love Summit in Portland, OR, "an annual event that brings together the business community and public
- [MUM Professors Win National Accounting Award](https://www.miu.edu/mum-professors-win-national-accounting-award/) - At the Annual Conference of IMA® (Institute of Management Accountants) on June 20, 2017, MIU Accounting faculty members Andrew Bargerstock and Ye Shi were recognized as the 2017 IMA Lybrand Gold Medal Award winners for the Best Article published in the peer-reviewed Strategic Finance journal. The article, “Are We Leaning Away from Standard Costing?: Reconciling Lean Accounting
- [CEO of Global ID Group Ken Ross Talks to MUM College of Business](https://www.miu.edu/ceo-of-global-id-group-ken-ross-talks-to-mum-college-of-business/) - You've probably seen the non GMO butterfly that is proudly displayed on most health foods. However, you may not know that the company behind the butterfly was started in a science lab on the Maharishi International University campus. Founded in 1996 by microbiology professor John Fagan, Global ID Group has since grown into a multinational business with an
- [Andrew Rushing: Connecting with TM Practitioners Around the World](https://www.miu.edu/andrew-rushing-connecting-with-tm-practitioners-around-the-world/) - Andrew Rushing hails from Kansas City, Missouri, and he came to MIU because he was interested in Indian philosophy. While searching the Internet he came across a Unified Field Chart, which intrigued him so much that he decided to study Maharishi Vedic Science. Although Andrew was interested in the philosophical aspect of Maharishi Vedic Science,
- [MUM Pre-med Student Pursues Career As Integrative MD](https://www.miu.edu/mum-pre-med-student-pursues-career-as-integrative-md/) - I recently spoke with one of our star students, David Wright. In our discussion we talked about his experience at MIU and future goal of becoming a Doctor of Integrative Medicine: To start off, could you tell me a little about yourself? Sure, my name is David Wright. I’m thirty years old and originally from
- [MUM Hosts First Annual Job Fair](https://www.miu.edu/mum-hosts-first-annual-job-fair/) - Maharishi International University (MIU) hosted its first annual job fair last Wednesday, June 1st. Fourteen local companies sent representatives to participate. The lobby of the university’s student center was abuzz with activity from students, community members, alumni, and business owners. Students enjoyed connecting and exploring job, volunteer and internship opportunities with the Fairfield businesses.
- [Bargerstock Named as Lean Accounting Professor of Year June 2016](https://www.miu.edu/bargerstock-named-as-lean-accounting-professor-of-year-june-2016/) - Following the publication of “Leaning Away from Standard Costing” in the June 2016 issue of the peer-reviewed journal Strategic Finance, Dr. Andrew Bargerstock and PhD Student Ye Shi were invited to speak at the Lean Accounting Summit (LAS) in San Antonio on August 26th. Dr. Bargerstock will lead a break-out session to explore why mature
- [Two Campus Buildings Receive Major Upgrades](https://www.miu.edu/two-campus-buildings-receive-major-upgrades/) - Maharishi International University has reached another milestone in the ongoing renovation of campus buildings in line with its 5-year strategic plan. The most recent upgrades focused on dormitory Hildenbrand Hall and its neighbor Verrill Hall, which now houses classrooms and offices. Hildenbrand Hall, the main residence hall for women, was the subject of major mechanical
- [Sam Bozzo: Award-Winning Filmmaker Joins David Lynch MFA in Film Program](https://www.miu.edu/sam-bozzo-award-winning-filmmaker-joins-david-lynch-mfa-in-film-program/) - MIU student Sam Bozzo received his BFA in film from the ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena, California and attended the UCLA Professional Screenwriting program. Over the past 20 years he has had a prolific career as a video producer, director, editor, and motion graphic designer working in many industries, including advertising, education, and entertainment.
- [David Lynch Gives Unconventional Commencement Address](https://www.miu.edu/david-lynch-gives-unconventional-commencement-address/) - On June 18, 366 students from 53 countries graduated from Maharishi International University. Acclaimed filmmaker David Lynch gave the commencement address and, instead of a traditional speech, he conducted a spontaneous question and answer session with four graduating students. As part of the ceremony, the University presented Mr. Lynch with a Doctor of World Peace
- [Zoey Jiang: From Accountant to TM Teacher](https://www.miu.edu/zoey-jiang-from-accountant-to-tm-teacher/) - Zoey Jiang came to MUM in August 2014 to study in the Accounting Professionals MBA program. However, she felt so captivated by Maharishi’s knowledge that she transferred to the Maharishi Vedic Science master’s program within a week. In September, she is planning to attend the Transcendental Meditation Teacher Training Course in Bali. Zoey was born
- [Lauren Webster: Taking Psychology to the Workplace](https://www.miu.edu/lauren-webster-taking-psychology-to-the-workplace/) - Lauren Webster came to MUM from New Orleans, Louisiana, where she graduated from Xavier University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in sociology. Lauren has always been fascinated by human behavior and wanted to use her psychology training in a business environment, so she decided to earn an MBA. Lauren heard about
- [This Computer Scientist is Changing Women's Lives in Rural India](https://www.miu.edu/this-computer-scientist-is-changing-womens-lives-in-rural-india/) - It is not so unusual that a 14-year old teenager in Lucknow, India might teach herself to use a computer. But when Promila Bahadur accomplished this in 1991, what she did with this knowledge profoundly changed the lives of many young women in a poor, rural village just 15 kilometers from her home. When Promila
- [Mohamed Samy: World-Traveled Software Engineer Settles in Fairfield](https://www.miu.edu/mohamed-samy-world-traveled-software-engineer-settles-in-fairfield/) - Mohamed Samy, a computer science student from Egypt, recently starred in a short video, which received over a million views on Facebook. In the video, Mohamed described his experience of being a Muslim student at MUM. He chose to speak in Arabic so that people in the Arabic-speaking world can learn about MUM. Mohamed studied
- [Biniam Gebregziabher: Teaching All Students to Code](https://www.miu.edu/biniam-gebregziabher-teaching-all-students-to-code/) - Biniam Gebregziabher, a graduate of the MS in Computer Science program at MIU, is passionate about teaching kids how to code. He runs an educational program for young students in the Washington, D.C., area, teaching them about computer programming and digital technology and helping them excel in their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) skills.
- [Maharishi University MBA Students Finish in Top 1% in Worldwide Business Simulation](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-university-mba-students-finish-in-top-1-in-worldwide-business-simulation/) - A team of MBA accounting students at Maharishi International University in Fairfield recently finished in the 99th percentile in an online business simulation that involved 1,136 master’s-degree-level teams worldwide. The top team reflects the international character of MIU’s student population: Rahul Kedia (India), Sushil Aryal (Nepal), and Ankhbayar Sukhmaa (Mongolia). This is the eighth time MBA
- [Amrita Shrivastava: Validating Ayurveda Through Modern Science](https://www.miu.edu/amrita-shrivastava-validating-ayurveda-through-modern-science/) - Although Amrita Shrivastava grew up in India, she never studied Ayurveda, nor did she believe in its efficacy. Instead, she studied medical science. First she received a bachelor’s degree in medical biotechnology, then a master’s in molecular biology and human genetics. Amrita comes from a line of teachers of the Transcendental Meditation® technique, including her
- [VIDEO: Dr. Robert Schneider Discusses AyurVeda and Vedic Psychiatry](https://www.miu.edu/video-dr-robert-schneider-discusses-ayurveda-and-vedic-psychiatry/) - Dr. Robert Schneider is the Director of the Institute for Natural Medicine and Prevention, the Dean of the Maharishi College of Perfect Health, and the Director of the MUM Physiology and Health department's MS in Integrative Medicine, which has recently partnered with St. Martinus University in Curaçao to deliver a dual MD MS degree program
- [Wellness Students Learn About Local Staple: Radiance Dairy](https://www.miu.edu/students-learn-about-local-staple-radiance-dairy/) - Recently, students from MIU's Physiology and Health department made a visit to local dairy farm Radiance Dairy. This field trip was a part of 'MAV Diet, Digestion and Nutrition' class, where the students are learning how the food we eat can be used to keep the body in balance or bring it back in to
- [Physiology & Health Students Treated To An Edible Educational Experience](https://www.miu.edu/ayurveda-students-treated-to-an-edible-educational-experience2/) - MIU's department of Physiology and Health held an ayurvedic cooking demonstration for its Maharishi AyurVeda Wellness Consultant track and Pre-Integrative Medicine students. They got to learn how to make a simple, healthy and balanced ayurvedic meal. The staple of the meal was yellow mung daal soup with a side of basmati rice, and carrot halwa
- [MUM Exhibits at AMSA PremedFest 2016](https://www.miu.edu/mum-exhibits-at-amsa-premedfest-2016/) - This year MIU's department of Physiology and Health joined the American Medical Student Association (AMSA) for its annual PremedFest in Plant City, FL, held on January 30th, 2016. This wonderful event was preceded by an inspiring talk given by keynote speaker Patch Adams, known by many for the 1998 semi-biographical film named after him which
- [Dil Siwakoti: Fulfilling a Childhood Dream](https://www.miu.edu/dil-siwakoti-fulfilling-a-childhood-dream/) - Dil Siwakoti was working as assistant manager in a small restaurant in Albany, New York, when a new customer came in. His name was Tom Bojarksi, a teacher of the Transcendental Meditation technique, who told Dil about his work and travels in India and Nepal. Dil, who grew up in Nepal, immediately took to Tom
- [Physiology and Health Department Hosts Games Day for Students](https://www.miu.edu/physiology-and-health-department-hosts-games-day-for-students/) - Every semester, MIU's department of Physiology and Health hosts a games day for its students. It's an opportunity for new students, current students, faculty members and staff to come together to get to know each other better and bond over fun, games and some snacks. Led by the Chairperson of the Department of Exercise and
- [Dr. Paul Morehead Presents on Veda in Physiology](https://www.miu.edu/dr-paul-morehead-presents-on-veda-in-physiology/) - On February 29th, 2016, Dr. Paul Morehead of MUM's Department of Physiology and Health gave a lecture about how the Vedic Literature, or "Veda" relates to the human physiology. As described by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the founder of our university, the Sanskrit word “Veda” means “knowledge” — knowledge of the field of pure intelligence that is
- [Angela Seng Revives Traditional Herbal Medicine](https://www.miu.edu/angela-seng-reviving-traditional-herbal-medicine/) - Prior to coming to MIU, Angela Seng worked as manager of an essential oil manufacturing company. She didn’t consider going to college until she became interested in holistic health and sustainability and discovered MIU. Angela majored in health and physiology and took the Maharishi AyurVeda Wellness Consultant track. She also completed a minor in Sustainable
- [MUM Ranked #4 in Top Environmental Science Universities](https://www.miu.edu/mum-ranked-4-nationally-in-top-environmental-science-universities/) - EnvironmentalScience.org has released its first annual Top Environmental Science Schools rankings — and we are excited to announce that Maharishi International University has been ranked #4 on their list. The rankings are based on published surveys, student data, and other school and career data collected through several sources, including The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- [Maharishi University of Management holds First Colloquy on Deep Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-university-of-management-holds-first-colloquy-on-deep-sustainability/) - Sustainability experts from around the country gathered at Maharishi International University (MIU) for the university’s first annual Colloquy on Deep Sustainability held June 19–21 on the MIU campus. Speakers included Sister Lucy Slinger, of the Franciscan Sisters Of Perpetual Adoration and Viterbo University, both in La Crosse, Wisconsin; Coleen O’Connell, professor at Lesley University in
- [MUM Panel Talks Spirituality and the Environment](https://www.miu.edu/mum-panel-talks-spirituality-and-the-environment/) - Douglas Tuers, a member of Green Iowa AmeriCorps at MIU, coordinated and moderated a discussion about the environment and spirituality with a panel consisting of MIU's Dr. Travis Cox, Dr. Evan Finkelstein, recent Sustainable Living graduate Pia Fritsch, and guests Father Thomas Miller and his wife Donna Miller discuss how religion and spirituality have affected
- [Founder of Ecocity Builders Gives Lecture at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/founder-of-ecocity-builders-gives-lecture-at-mum/) - As a part of the MIU Sustainable Living department's Distinguished Lecture Series, Richard Register, a MIU Visiting Scholar, spoke about his solution for humanity's environmental problems: ecocities. Richard is the author of the visionary book: Ecocities, and founder of Ecocity Builders, the home base for the ecocity movement. Their mission is to reshape cities for
- [Dr. Vandana Shiva Views MUM SL Students as the Future](https://www.miu.edu/dr-vandana-shiva-sees-mum-sl-students-as-the-future/) - Dr. Vandana Shiva is a renowned physicist, social advocate and environmental activist. She has written twenty books, her most recent being Making Peace with the Earth. She spoke with Dr. Bill Goldstein's environmental law class with the same name, talking about the issues that are still present in our modern world and how MIU's Sustainable
- [Watch Ved Nanda's Powerful Talk About Global Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/watch-ved-nandas-powerful-talk-about-global-sustainability/) - The highly esteemed Ved Nanda, LLM, gave a lecture as a part of the Sustainable Living department's Distinguished Lecture Series on Monday, May 11th, 2015. His talk was entitled, "Making Peace With the Earth: The Good News and Bad News in 2015", which took place in the Argiro Student Center's Dalby Hall on MIU campus.
- [Tom Newmark Talks The Carbon Underground](https://www.miu.edu/tom-newmark-talks-the-carbon-underground/) - Tom Newmark, the co-founder and chair of The Carbon Underground, a nonprofit that teaches farmers, ranchers, and corporations how to use regenerative agricultural practices to sequester carbon dioxide and possibly reverse climate change, recently presented a fascinating talk about these important issues. The talk was titled, "The Carbon Underground: A World Movement to Regenerate Soils
- [DevFest 2015 Software Competition [Gallery Post]](https://www.miu.edu/devfest-2015-software-competition-gallery-post/) - Last week, 85 Maharishi International University Computer Science graduate students worked in 14 teams which devoted 7 days of their winter vacation to participating in our DevFest 2015 software competition. The winning team won $1000 for their Ayurvedic Chef web application. $600 was awarded to the AgriVeda team, and the Our Vedic Life team took
- [DevFest 2015 Software Competition Success](https://www.miu.edu/devfest-2015-software-competition-success/) - At most universities, when the semester ends, students leave campus to travel and visit friends and relatives. However, last month, 85 graduate computer science students at Maharishi International University chose to stay on campus for an additional 7 days to compete in a team software competition called DevFest 2015. After classes ended in December, Maharishi
- [The Fall 2015 Welcoming Party Rocked with Musical Guests Dagmar](https://www.miu.edu/the-fall-2015-welcoming-party-rocked-with-musical-guests-dagmar/) - Every January and every August is a precious time for all of us here at Maharishi International University. During those months we have an influx of all-new students, whose presence helps make the quality of life on our campus all the more rich and exciting. We are always so thrilled to have these new faces
- [Executive Director of Jim Carrey's Better U Foundation Speaks to SL Class](https://www.miu.edu/executive-director-of-jim-carreys-better-u-foundation-speaks-to-sl-class/) - John Jolliffe, the executive director of Jim Carrey's Better U Foundation spoke to Dr. Thimmaiah's organic agriculture class last week. He talked about how the Better U Foundation is helping farmers around the world learn how to better utilize the tools and skills they have to yield better results and be more sustainable. He also
- [Empowerment through Transcendental Meditation: Naomi Roochnik & Stephanie Guerrero](https://www.miu.edu/empowerment-through-transcendental-meditation-naomi-roochnik-stephanie-guerrero/) - In this talk, Roochnik delves into the power of TM and the effect it has on the students she works with at the New Village Girls Academy. For example, fights used to break out on campus everyday. However, since the implementation of TM at the school, fights are scarce. Guerrero punctuates these thoughts with a
- [Rohini Grace: Sharing the Magic of India](https://www.miu.edu/rohini-grace-sharing-the-magic-of-india/) - MIU alumna Rohini Grace was born in India and grew up in Australia and Fairfield, Iowa. It wasn’t until she graduated from MIU that she returned to India and became so enchanted with her country of birth that she stayed for the next four years. Rohini received two degrees from MIU: a BA in Literature
- [Matt Dixon: Teaching the TM Technique to the Neediest](https://www.miu.edu/matt-dixon-teaching-the-tm-technique-to-the-neediest/) - MIU alumnus Matt Dixon learned the Transcendental Meditation® technique at age ten, but had no idea that one day he would be teaching it in schools and prisons. Matt became serious about practicing TM when he was experiencing stress and lack of fulfillment in his early twenties. He came to MIU to study Maharishi Vedic
- [Distinguished Business Leader Speaks on Conscious Leadership](https://www.miu.edu/distinguished-business-leader-speaks-on-conscious-leadership/) - “For me, true success and happiness is following my own purpose. None of us ever created this business to make money. That was a byproduct of following our values.” This was the message delivered last week to MIU business students by Scott Brickman, retired Chairman and CEO of the Brickman Group, the largest commercial landscape maintenance firm
- [MVS Alum Joins MUM Board of Trustees](https://www.miu.edu/mvs-alumni-joins-mum-board-of-trustees/) - Maharishi International University has just added a new member to its board of trustees: New Zealander and Maharishi Vedic Science graduate Martin Davy. Martin graduated from MIU in 2003 with a BA in Maharishi Vedic Science. He is also a teacher of the Transcendental Meditation technique. In 2009, he became director of Stress Free Schools New Zealand
- [Krista Brisbane: Taking Wellness to Dominica](https://www.miu.edu/krista-brisbane-taking-wellness-to-dominica/) - Krista Brisbane comes from Dominica, a small island in the Caribbean that has been named the “nature island” due to its unspoiled rainforest, springs, and waterfalls. Growing up in a healthy environment, Krista became interested in natural health and self-development. Inspired by her cousins, she learned the Transcendental Meditation® technique three years ago, and after
- [Sabita Sawhney: Professor of Management and Restaurant Owner](https://www.miu.edu/sabita-sawhney-professor-of-management-and-restaurant-owner/) - Many people know Sabita Sawhney as owner of Sabi’s Café, an ayurvedic vegetarian restaurant, where she cooks and serves delicious Indian lunches five times a week. Others know her as assistant professor of management at MIU who teaches courses in lean management, entrepreneurship, and marketing. How does she do all this? She practices what she
- [Professional Tennis Player Studies Maharishi AyurVeda](https://www.miu.edu/professional-tennis-player-studies-maharishi-ayurveda/) - Rudy Richter is a professional tennis player from Guatemala with a world ranking of 1293. Although several US universities offered him scholarships to play Division I college tennis on their team, Rudy wasn’t inspired by the majors they offered and came to MIU instead. Rudy wanted to study Ayurveda and was also excited about MIU’s
- [Israeli Student Fulfills Two Childhood Dreams](https://www.miu.edu/israeli-student-fulfills-two-childhood-dreams/) - Tal Ron grew up in Hararit, a tiny village in the mountains of northern Israel where residents practice the Transcendental Meditation® program. Tal has practiced the TM® technique since early childhood and always dreamt of becoming a teacher of the Transcendental Meditation program and coming to MIU. After high school Tal joined the Israeli Air
- [Pavan Pidugu: A Leader in Retail Technology](https://www.miu.edu/pavan-pidugu-a-leader-in-retail-technology/) - Pavan Pidugu, a 2003 MIU MBA graduate, has built a strong reputation in the field of management and leadership in retail technology. As a senior manager at Walmart, he received the 2014 Innovator of the Year award for his efforts in trying to change the retail systems landscape for the world’s largest retailer. Pavan, currently
- [Maharishi Invincibility Institute Graduates Succeed in South African Job Market](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-invincibility-institute-graduates-succeed-in-south-african-job-market/) - Last December the second class of students graduated from the Maharishi Invincibility Institute (MII) in Johannesburg, South Africa. Ninety-seven percent of the graduates have found employment; in fact, MII graduates are quite popular among employers. “Graduations are deeply moving and inspiring, and a number of the graduates and their parents usually burst into tears of
- [Monica Moscovici: Making Campus More Sustainable Through Composting](https://www.miu.edu/monica-moscovici-making-campus-more-sustainable-through-composting/) - Monica Moscovici spends her evenings measuring, recording, and transporting food waste from the MIU Food Service to the MIU Organic Farms, where it gets converted into compost. She also documents every step of the process to prove that it is not only sustainable, but financially feasible. Monica has always been concerned about the environment and
- [Jaimini Boender: Outstanding Student in Mathematics](https://www.miu.edu/jaimini-boender-outstanding-student-in-mathematics/) - Jaimini Boender received the Outstanding Student Award in mathematics at the 2015 graduation awards ceremony. He also came in second at the 2015 MIU Knowledge Fair for his presentation on real numbers. Jaimini not only demonstrated depth of knowledge, but he spoke with confidence and enjoyment. “I thrive on a challenge in a group,” he
- [Anna-Maria Cornell: Fiction Writer and English Teacher](https://www.miu.edu/anna-maria-cornell-fiction-writer-and-english-teacher/) - Anna-Maria Cornell began writing stories as a child and won her first writing contest at 14. Since then, she has published three novels and five novellas. Growing up in Croatia, Anna-Maria could never imagine studying in the United States. However, when she learned the Transcendental Meditation technique at 17 and discovered the existence of MIU,
- [Conversations with Maharishi by Vernon Katz](https://www.miu.edu/conversations-with-maharishi-by-vernon-katz/) - MIU Press recently published the second volume of Conversations with Maharishi by Dr. Vernon Katz. The books are based on conversations Dr. Katz had with Maharishi while they were translating the Brahma Sutras in the late 1960s and early 70s. Dr. Katz’s questions inspired deep insights from Maharishi on the nature and development of higher
- [MBA Alumna Advances at Top Accounting Firm](https://www.miu.edu/mba-alumna-advances-at-top-accounting-firm/) - Erin Liu had worked at two of the top international accounting firms, first Deloitte and then PricewaterhouseCoopers. After six years, she decided to take a break and apply to MIU to pursue a graduate degree. In China, Erin worked as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), helping private companies go public in the US stock market.
- [Robert Abreu: Teaching English and Sustainability in Namibia](https://www.miu.edu/robert-abreu-teaching-english-and-sustainability-in-namibia/) - Robert Abreu grew up in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and Birmingham, Alabama, in a culturally and linguistically diverse family. From an early age he has been passionate about learning languages, which helped him bridge cultures in his family and gain insight into others. French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Afrikaans, Arabic, and Swahili are some of the languages
- [Leigh Lester-Holmes: Bringing Entrepreneurship into the Nonprofit Sector](https://www.miu.edu/leigh-lester-holmes-bringing-entrepreneurship-into-the-nonprofit-sector/) - Leigh Lester-Holmes holds a master’s degree in business management with a specialization in public administration. She had worked in the nonprofit sector for ten years when she decided to apply for a doctoral degree. However, she didn’t want to commit to a university until she could find something that would help her focus on her
- [Avishek Ahmed: Making Mobile Apps for Millions of People](https://www.miu.edu/avishek-ahmed-making-mobile-apps-for-millions-of-people/) - Avishek Ahmed began creating mobile applications 10 years ago, even before smartphones appeared on the market, and one of his first apps has been downloaded by seven million people. Avishek grew up in Bangladesh and attended American International University-Bangladesh (AIUB), graduating with a BS degree in computer science. Afterwards he worked as a software developer
- [Daniel Harvey: Changing the World with Sustainable Farming](https://www.miu.edu/daniel-harvey-changing-the-world-with-sustainable-farming/) - Daniel Harvey grew up in Omaha, Nebraska, among the farms of America’s heartland and worked on several large scale and industrial family farms. After high school, he spent eight years playing drums, touring and recording with various underground punk rock bands. He has always been interested in an ecological, earth-friendly approach to agriculture, so when
- [Pont Pont Htoo: Studying Complete Knowledge](https://www.miu.edu/pont-pont-htoo-studying-complete-knowledge/) - Pont Pont Htoo is from Myanmar, where she earned a master’s degree in computer science from the University of Computer Studies in Yangon. After graduating she taught computer science in a private computer school, then moved to Singapore where she earned a graduate diploma in system analysis from the Institute of System Science, National University
- [Owen Blake: Teaching TM to Children and Video Gamers](https://www.miu.edu/owen-blake-teaching-tm-to-children-and-video-gamers/) - Owen Blake grew up in Fairfield and attended Maharishi School of the Age of Enlightenment for grades 8-12. Although several universities offered him basketball scholarships, he decided to enroll at MIU and continue with Consciousness-Based education. He graduated with a BA in Media and Communications in 2012 and then stayed at MIU to work in Admissions
- [Sundar Raman: Merging Technology and Creativity](https://www.miu.edu/sundar-raman-merging-technology-and-creativity/) - Sundar Raman is the director of creative engineering at Local Projects, a New York City-based award-winning media design firm that creates innovative and interactive installations for museums and public places. Sundar is in charge of choosing the technology that best facilitates learning and understanding. Sundar came to MIU from Libya, though he is originally from
- [Loida Vasquez: Filling the Demand for Regenerative Agricultural Practices](https://www.miu.edu/loida-vasquez-filling-the-demand-for-regenerative-agricultural-practices/) - Loida Vasquez worked as a loss prevention executive for Bloomingdale’s, investigating financial crimes for the high-end department store chain. Even though she was successful at her job, she admits that the work didn’t feed her soul. She wanted to make a difference in the world, so she decided to return to school and study sustainable
- [Gladys Kimtai: Kenyan Orphan Wants to Teach TM in Africa](https://www.miu.edu/gladys-kimtai-kenyan-orphan-wants-to-teach-tm-in-africa/) - MIU student Gladys Kimtai was born in Kenya and lost her parents at age two. She and her siblings were raised by her grandparents, who passed away when Gladys was 12. A fortuitous event, however, altered her life for the better. A prosperous local doctor decided to provide education to the youngest child in the
- [Professional Baseball Player Brock Bond Studies Maharishi Vedic Science](https://www.miu.edu/professional-baseball-player-brock-bond-studies-maharishi-vedic-science/) - Professional baseball player Brock Bond learned the Transcendental Meditation technique to improve his game, but his curiosity about the technique soon brought him to MIU to study Maharishi Vedic Science. A native of Saint Louis, Brock grew up playing football and baseball. He played college baseball at the University of Arkansas and the University of
- [Nahshon Yisrael: A Creative Entrepreneur](https://www.miu.edu/nahshon-yisrael-a-creative-entrepreneur/) - Nahshon Yisrael grew up in the South Side of Chicago. He and his twin sister Naamee heard about MIU from a cousin, and the siblings came to a Visitors Weekend in 2012. Naamee wanted to enroll at MIU, and Nahshon, who is very close to his sister, followed. Nahshon has always had an entrepreneurial spirit.
- [MBA Students Shine in Business World Competition](https://www.miu.edu/mba-students-shine-in-business-world-competition/) - A team of MBA students from MIU scored in the 94th percentile in a competitive tournament in integrated decision-making against 1066 master’s degree level teams worldwide. Anthony Illuzzi, client relations consultant with Capsim Management Simulations in Chicago, Illinois, made the announcement on March 14. The MIU team consisted of Goldy Huang (U.S.), Aashta Gautam (Nepal)
- [Dustin Matthews: Football, Rapping, and Meditation](https://www.miu.edu/dustin-matthews-football-rapping-and-meditation/) - Dustin Matthews grew up in Eliot, a small town in Maine, and attended Plymouth State University in New Hampshire, where he was captain of the football team. After obtaining an undergraduate degree in physical education, Dustin got a master’s in education and went on to assist in coaching the college football team. After he left
- [MUM: 3rd Best Online Master's in Business Administration Degree Program 2016](https://www.miu.edu/mum-3rd-best-online-masters-in-business-administration-degree-program-2016/) - Maharishi International University’s Online MBA program has been named the 3rd best online master's in business administration degree program for 2016. Online Colleges has listed MIU’s College of Business Administration above schools such as New York University, North Carolina State University of Raleigh, and University of Florida. MIU’s online MBA program is highly unique in its
- [Alumni Profile: Theresa Golden](https://www.miu.edu/alumni-profile-theresa-golden/) - Theresa Golden was at MIU for 18 months, in 2009-2010, and graduated with a BA in Media and Communications. Theresa bubbles with news of important events that have occurred since she graduated from MIU. She completed a master’s degree in Education at Antioch University in L.A. and created a film production company called Gold Vision
- [Student Profile: Laura Bustillos](https://www.miu.edu/student-profile-laura-bustillos/) - Laura Bustillos is a documentary filmmaker/visual journalist from the US-Mexico border of Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua and El Paso, Texas. She was born less than 10 miles away from US territory, lived her early childhood years in Mexico, and moved to the US with her family when she was 12 years old. Laura grew up in
- [Student Profile: Jennifer Kachler](https://www.miu.edu/student-profile-jennifer-kachler/) - How are you liking the MA program? I am loving the DLMA program. First and foremost I came to grow on a personal level, through meditation, through consciousness and through my creativity. That's been the best aspect of this program because I've transformed into more of me and more of who I'm meant to be.
- [Student Profile: Monica Demes](https://www.miu.edu/student-profile-monica-demes/) - Where are you from and what brought you here to the David Lynch MA in film program? I'm a Brazilian filmmaker and I came here because I was looking for a desert island in order to create. A place where I could be 100% connected to myself while developing my film project. Here, I would
- [Student Profile: Adam Zanzie](https://www.miu.edu/student-profile-adam-zanzie/) - Where are you from and what brought you here to the David Lynch MA? In November 2009, I journeyed from St. Louis, MO to Fairfield, IA to attend MIU's annual David Lynch Visitors Weekend. On the first night of the event, my family and I wound up sitting in the front row next to David
- [Student Profile: Rodolfo Rincones](https://www.miu.edu/student-profile-rodolfo-rincones/) - Where are you from and what brought you here to the David Lynch MA? I am from a very politicized region on the border of Mexico in the US, El Paso, Texas. I was attracted here by some the energy and desire to create great art, and this place allows me that freedom. I'm glad to
- [Student Profile: Jaclyn Nott](https://www.miu.edu/student-profile-jaclyn-nott/) - Where are you from and what brought you here to the DLMA? I’m from Minneapolis in Minnesota, only six hours north of Fairfeld, Iowa. I have family who live in various parts of Iowa, but none of them had ever heard of Fairfield. I heard about the DLMA program through a friend who stumbled upon the blog for the
- [2015 Salutatorian Profile: Claire Potter](https://www.miu.edu/2015-salutatorian-profile-claire-potter/) - What brought you to MIU? I came to Maharishi International University because of the amazing community. I wanted to study amongst people who were actively developing themselves from the inside out. I knew that if I wanted to uncover more of my potential, I needed to be in an environment where others were striving to
- [Faculty Lecture: Cave Paintings and Video Games, by Cullen Thomas](https://www.miu.edu/faculty-lecture-cave-paintings-and-video-games-by-cullen-thomas/) - "It started with nothing. Literally nothing." Last week's lecture, titled "Cave Paintings and Video Games," featured Media and Communications instructor Cullen Thomas sharing his experience with his latest project: creating his first video game. Known as a filmmaker and writer, Cullen has been working on this project for the last three years, during which he
- [Should my story be made into a film or a video game? [Professional Tips]](https://www.miu.edu/should-my-story-be-made-into-a-film-or-a-video-game-professional-tips/) - Last fall, Media & Communications instructor Cullen Thomas gave a lecture titled Cave Paintings and Video Games (read the recap here). He touched on the differences between films and video games, and the creative processes behind them. Cullen emphasized that when creating a story it's important to use the right medium when no other medium
- [Media & Comm People Gather for First MC Day](https://www.miu.edu/media-comm-people-gather-for-first-mc-day) - On March 2 the Media & Communications (MC) department held the first in a series of monthly "MC Days" — faculty workshops and presentations aimed at bringing students, staff and faculty together to network and share professional expertise. The idea was sparked by feedback from current MC students who expressed interest in more faculty talks and increased opportunities to work with both
- [New Sound Studio Available in Verrill Hall](https://www.miu.edu/new-sound-studio-available-in-verrill-hall/) - A new sound studio has recently been completed in Verrill Hall and was used in the January block by students in the Sound Design for Media course. The studio, located next to the two film studios in Verrill Hall, was built with both music and postproduction sound design in mind, according to instructor Cody Olivas,
- [Students Visit State Capitol for Environmental Lobby Day](https://www.miu.edu/students-visit-iowa-capitol-for-environmental-lobby-day) - Students and faculty members from the Sustainable Living department at Maharishi International University visited Des Moines, Iowa’s capital, on February 17th for the annual Environmental Lobby Day/REAP Day at the Capitol. With speakers such as Senator Dvorsky (D- Johnson), Senator Johnson (R-Osceola), Margo Underwood (Chair; Iowa Natural Resources Commission), Mark Ackelson (President Emeritus; Iowa natural
- [MUM Receives myActions Student Actions Award](https://www.miu.edu/mum-receives-myactions-award-for-excellence-in-sustainability/) - Maharishi International University has been announced as a recipient of the Silver Level Student Actions Awards for the 2014 Fall Semester. The award honors undergraduate schools for student demonstrated leadership, momentum and impact of green, caring and healthy actions. Silver Level schools have student leaders committed to student and group activation across campus through focused
- [MUM Alumnus Holds Seed Starting Workshop](https://www.miu.edu/mum-alumnus-holds-seed-starting-workshop/) - Sascha Kyssa is a MIU graduate and all-around agriculture and horticulture powerhouse. Sascha is now holding seed starting workshops that are open to the public. The first workshop was held February 18th, 2015. It covered topics such as seed germination techniques, how to transplant sprouts, ideal soil mixes, types of soil, and most importantly, how
- [Lonnie Gamble Visits Kauai And Talks The Sustainability Revolution](https://www.miu.edu/lonnie-gamble-visits-kauai-and-talks-the-sustainability-revolution/) - Recently MIU Sustainable Living professor Lonnie Gamble visited Hawaii in an effort to continue developing his vision for a Hawaiian MIU Sustainable Living college and eco-village. During his visit he gave a talk to community members of Kauai about the sustainability revolution and how it's dramatically changing the way we see and interact with the world. The first video (Part
- [Former Prime Minister of Japan Receives Tour of Sustainable Living Center](https://www.miu.edu/former-prime-minister-of-japan-receives-tour-of-sustainable-living-center/) - May 21st, 2015 saw MIU's 2015 graduation commencement speaker Dr. Yukio Hatoyama (Japan's former Prime Minister) and his wife Mrs. Miyuki Hatoyama (Japan's former First Lady) visit the Sustainable Living Center along with their guests for a tour given by our faculty and staff. They first received a general overview of the building's design and
- [MBAs Finish in Upper Ten Percent of Global Business Simulation](https://www.miu.edu/mbas-finish-in-upper-ten-percent-of-global-business-simulation/) - An MBA group from Maharishi International University finished in the upper ten percent in the Foundation Simulation offered by CAPSIM, the nation’s largest provider of business games and simulations. The top placing MIU team, the Baldwin Group, consisted of four international students: Joshua Jacob Peniel (India), Akshay Ashok Nikam (India), Ala'a Nabeel
- [Keeping Education Real!](https://www.miu.edu/keepingeducationreal) - The purpose of a Total Knowledge-based education is to enable one to “achieve anything, do anything, become anything in life.” On June 1, Raja Peter delivered an introductory lecture for his course on Total Knowledge to a very packed Dalby Hall. Raja Peters, who holds a Masters in Social and Political Sciences from Cambridge University
- [Executive Director of the United Nations Association for the USA Speaks at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/executive-director-of-the-united-nations-association-for-the-usa-speaks-at-mum/) - In honor of the United Nation's 70th Anniversary, the MIU College of Business Administration hosted the executive director of the United Nations Association for the USA, Chris Whatley. Mr. Whatley gave MIU students a presentation on the history and duties of the UNA. After giving a presentation on Climate Change and the preventative steps that
- [Watch Dr. Bargerstock Talk about his Experience at the 2015 Lean Accounting Summit](https://www.miu.edu/watch-dr-bargerstock-talk-about-his-experiences-at-the-lean-accounting-summit/) - In this short video clip, Dr. Andrew Bargerstock, head of MIU's Accounting Department, talks about his experiences at the annual Lean Accounting Summit. This year's (2016) summit, hosted by Lean Frontiers, will feature Dr. Bargerstock as a keynote speaker.
- [Dr. Bargerstock to Speak at the 2016 Lean Accounting Summit](https://www.miu.edu/dr-bargerstock-to-speak-at-lean-accounting-summit-2/) - At the Lean Accounting Summit on August 25-26, 2016 in San Antonio, Texas, Dr. Andrew Bargerstock, head of the MIU Accounting department, will facilitate a 60-minute breakout session on the topic “Are We Leaning Away from Standard Costing?” Dr. Bargerstock reflects on speaking at this event by referring to recent conversations with the CEO of,
- [MBA Accounting Students Earn XBRL Certification](https://www.miu.edu/mba-accounting-students-earn-xbrl-certification/) - Seven MBA Accounting students from MIU recently passed the XBRL Certification exam offered by XBRL International. In March 2016, this credential was enhanced by a course in SEC Reporting with XBRL, where students got hands-on experience with conversion software that transforms financial statements and reports to XBRL, which is now required by the US Security
- [Atwood Oceanics: A Curious Case of Financial Metrics and Stock Price](https://www.miu.edu/atwood-oceanics-a-curious-case-of-financial-metrics-and-stock-price/) - This article will inform you about the organizing power contained in the financial metrics that I teach in my accounting and decision-making courses at Maharishi International University (Fairfield, Iowa, USA) and in the Student Investment Club where I act as the faculty adviser. The worldwide economic slowdown and sinking oil prices have produced severe declines
- [Business Students Attend Fairfield Entrepreneurs Association Awards Reception](https://www.miu.edu/business-students-attend-fairfield-entrepreneurs-association-awards-reception/) - The Fairfield Entrepreneurs Association held its annual awards reception on January 28th. This year’s event was especially significant, as 2016 marked the non profit’s 50th anniversary. While the FEA support all types of entrepreneurship, this year they decided to pay a special tribute to the intersection between art and entrepreneurship in Fairfield. Tim Hawthorne, the
- [MUM Business Students Excel in Mediation Tournament Again](https://www.miu.edu/mum-business-students-excel-in-mediation-tournament-again/) - MIU made its presence known at the International Intercollegiate Mediation Tournament held at the Drake University Law School November 13-14. 32 teams from 19 schools participated in the tournament. The client/advocate team of Tal Ron and Nahshon Yisrael came in 5th in the individual category (this was out of 64 team competitors) and the team of
- [Deep Green Business Symposium Videos](https://www.miu.edu/deep-green-business-symposium-videos/)
- [MUM Business Students Win 1st Place in Mediation Tournament](https://www.miu.edu/mum-business-students-win-1st-place-in-mediation-tournament/) - Last weekend (October 23rd and 24th) Maharishi International University (MIU) hosted our annual Peacemaker's Intercollegiate Mock Mediation Tournament. This is the 6th year we have hosted a competition. Ten teams competed in three rounds after a training session on Friday afternoon. Schools competing were University of Dubuque, Lewis University from Illinois and Principia College from Illinois. MIU's
- [Computer Professionals Program Growth & Campus Improvements](https://www.miu.edu/computer-professionals-program-growth-campus-improvements/) - With the ongoing expansion of the Computer Professionals Program, and the generous support of donors, we have continued to expand, improve, and beautify our MIU campus and facilities. During the past year we have enjoyed our new classrooms and administrative offices which have been so nicely created in Verrill Hall and in the MIU Library.
- [MUM College of Business Administration listed as 49th Best Value School in the USA](https://www.miu.edu/mum-college-of-business-administration-listed-as-49th-best-value-school-in-the-usa/) - MIU's College of Business Administration was named one of the top 50 "Best Value" bachelor's degree programs in America. The ranking was determined by Best Value Schools, a company that “helps students find schools and degree programs that can provide the most available financial aid and assistance, the greatest support and service, the highest return
- [Alumni Update Mahliyo Sattarova](https://www.miu.edu/alumni-update-mahliyo-sattarova/) - Mahliyo Sattarova originally hails from Uzbekistan a “country [that] not many people know exists,”as she likes to joke. She came to Maharishi International University (MIU) to complete her Masters in Business Administration. Hearing that she settled into a position as a Loan Adjustor at Wells Fargo, I reached out to Mahliyo to see how her post-graduation
- [ComPro Welcome Lunch August 2015 [Gallery Post]](https://www.miu.edu/compro-welcome-lunch-august-2015-gallery-post/) - On August 25th, 2015, we officially welcomed 68 new MS in Computer Science students to MIU from Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Finland, India, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Sudan, USA, and Viet Nam. See photos of the lunch below in the gallery!
- [Higher Order Thinking Enhanced By TM® program](https://www.miu.edu/higher-order-thinking-enhanced-by-tm-program/) - Mohan Gurubatham, Maharishi International University Adjunct Professor, has received international acclaim for his higher order thinking model, which he calls an “active higher order thinking learning model enhanced by Transcendental Meditation for the far transfer of knowledge and skills.” Higher Order Thinking Higher order thinking with far transfer is the ability for a student
- [Uplifting Society Through Business: Interview with MBA Graduate Momone Maley](https://www.miu.edu/uplifting-society-through-business-interview-with-mba-graduate-momone-maley/) - Summer in Iowa is marked by the roar of the cicadas and the skyrocketing stalks of corn. At Maharishi International University, it is a time when we are not only preparing for the arrival of our new students but also reflecting back on our recent graduates. One beautiful sunny day, I had the chance to
- [Business professor, Anil Maheshwari, talks about life at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/business-professor-anil-maheshwari-talks-about-life-at-mum/) - Data analytics expert and former employee of IBM explains why he chose to teach at Maharishi International University. Click play to hear Anil Maheshwari's experience at MIU.
- [Jim Garrett: Preparing Professionals for Success](https://www.miu.edu/jim-garrett-preparing-professionals-for-success/) - The Computer Professionals Master's Program at Maharishi International University has experienced very rapid growth in recent years, with 1600 graduates since 1996. The majority of new students come because they have friends and colleagues who came to MIU before them who had happy, life and career-advancing experiences here. A major reason for the program's success,
- [MUM Lean Six Sigma Case Study Published](https://www.miu.edu/mum-lean-six-sigma-case-study-published/) - An article summarizing a step-by-step lean process improvement project at Maharishi International University (MIU) entitled, “Case Study: Application of DMAIC to Academic Assessment in Higher Education,” will be published by the peer reviewed journal, Quality Assurance for Higher Education in August 2015 (Vol. 7, No. 2). This article, written by Dr. Andrew Bargerstock, Director of
- [Lean Accounting Article Accepted by IMA](https://www.miu.edu/lean-accounting-article-accepted-by-ima/) - An article written by MBA faculty members Dr. Andrew Bargerstock and Ye Shi has received favorable review for publication in an upcoming issue of Strategic Finance, the monthly peer-reviewed journal of the Institute for Management Accountants (IMA). The article entitled, “Leaning Away from Standard Costing? - Reconciling Lean Accounting Theory and Practice,” examines an inconsistency

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- [Maharishi International University | Accredited & Nonprofit](https://www.miu.edu/) - An accredited nonprofit university built around personal growth. Consciousness-Based Education, TM, and immersive learning – on campus in Iowa and online.
- [Maharishi International University | Accredited & Nonprofit](https://www.miu.edu/) - An accredited nonprofit university built around personal growth. Consciousness-Based Education, TM, and immersive learning – on campus in Iowa and online.
- [Dharma Parenting: Understanding Your Child’s Brilliant Brain Course](https://www.miu.edu/dharma-parenting) - Dr. Wallace & Dr. Travis show how to unfold the full potential of your child’s brain and nurture their inherent brilliance using knowledge from modern science, Maharishi AyurVeda, and personal experience.
- [<em>Maharishi Yoga</em> Asanas](https://www.miu.edu/yoga) - Practice Yoga postures (Asana) and breathing exercises (Pranayama) that promote integration of mind and body, supporting health by bringing life into harmony with Natural Law. And learn about the influence of each posture on your physiology, from the perspectives of both modern science and Maharishi Vedic Science.
- [Math Requirements and How to Satisfy Them](https://www.miu.edu/mathematics/math-placement-services/math-requirements-at-mum-and-how-to-satisfy-them) - How to satisfy the general education requirement in mathematics and the major and prerequisite math requirements
- [Guide to ALEKS PPL Math Placement with Cut Scores](https://www.miu.edu/mathematics/math-placement-services/aleks-ppl-student-registration-instructions) - The ALEKS Placement Assessment covers material from Basic Math, Elementary Algebra, Intermediate Algebra, Functions and Graphs 1, and Functions and Graphs 2.
- [Topics and Resources to Prepare for Placement](https://www.miu.edu/mathematics/math-placement-services/topics-to-review) - Review topics for courses in basic mathematics, elementary algebra, functions and graphs, and calculus
- [Math Placement Services](https://www.miu.edu/mathematics/math-placement-services) - During the first two weeks after arrival, all undergraduate students are placed at a level of mathematics, which usually involves taking math placement test.
- [Kenneth Cavanaugh](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/kenneth-cavanaugh) - Education PhD, University of Washington (Economics) MA, Stanford University, Graduate School of Education (Psychological Studies in Education) MPA (Master of Public Affairs), Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, Princeton University AB, Yale University (cum laude) Professional Experience Currently: Research Professor and Director of Collective Consciousness Research, Dr. Tony Nader Institute of Research on Consciousness and
- [Intermediate Sanskrit — Reciting the Ganesha Upanishad](https://www.miu.edu/intermediate-sanskrit-ganesha) - Starts Monday, March 20, 2023: 12-Lesson Course on Mondays & Thursdays, 1:30 - 2:30 pm US Central Time, March 20 - April 27, 2023. Taught by Professor Keith Wegman.
- [Total Knowledge and Higher States of Consciousness, Part Four](https://www.miu.edu/total-knowledge-and-higher-states-part-four) - In Part 4, Dr Peter Warburton shows how all the different elements of Maharishi’s Total Knowledge – understood through Parts 1, 2, and 3 of this course – fit together in one unified wholeness.
- [Total Knowledge and Higher States of Consciousness, Part Three](https://www.miu.edu/total-knowledge-and-higher-states-part-three) - "This course is one of the most profound and transformational courses I’ve ever taken!" —RB Course Dates: This 12-lesson course was recorded from October - December 1, 2020, and it is now an online, self-study course which you can view at your convenience. Each lesson is approximately 1.5 hours. Free First Lesson from Part One
- [Total Knowledge and Higher States of Consciousness, Part One](https://www.miu.edu/total-knowledge-and-higher-states) - Presented by Dr. Peter Warburton, this special online course includes deep insights into the development of higher states of consciousness. It features a selection of Maharishi’s talks, as well as discussion, exercises, and engaging personal stories of life with Maharishi to illustrate the knowledge for everyone.
- [Introduction to Sanskrit](https://www.miu.edu/introduction-to-sanskrit) - Reading the Vedic Literature in Sanskrit is a technology of Maharishi Vedic Science to accelerate the unfoldment of higher states of consciousness. In this 16-lesson course, students will learn to read the texts of the Vedic Literature – such as the Bhagavad-Gītā and Ramayan – in the Devanagari script.
- [Total Brain Coaching: How to Change Your Habits to Live a Healthy, Happy, Enlightened Life](https://www.miu.edu/total-brain-coaching) - Total Brain Coaching is an effective, holistic system to help individuals, teams, and businesses change their habits. Led by Dr. Keith Wallace and Ted Wallace.
- [Ayurvedic Cooking for Perfect Health](https://www.miu.edu/ayurvedic-cooking) - Featured chefs create over 35 dishes as they explore how to improve and maintain good health by cooking and eating delicious vegetarian Ayurvedic meals.
- [Liis Mattik](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/physiology-and-health/introduction/faculty-staff/liis-mattik) - Liis Mattik, PhD, is a natural, holistic, preventive health care practitioner-educator-scientist. She has been teaching, training, educating, overseeing curricula, and consulting people in methods of Maharishi AyurVeda for more than 30 years in university and public sectors. Professor Mattik has been giving individualized recommendations for maintaining or improving health by utilizing pulse diagnosis, diet, digestion,
- [Vy Vincent Ngo](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/vy-vincent-ngo) - Graduated with an MFA from UCLA Film School in 1993. His thesis script – Hancock – opened July 2nd 2008, starring Will Smith and produced by Michael Mann. The film made over $625 million worldwide. Vincent has been writing and script-doctoring for director Tony Scott for over ten years, including The Warriors for MTV and
- [Amine Kouider](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/amine-kouider) - Amine Kouider is an award-winning filmmaker and has worked as the producer, director, director of photography, and editor on projects around the world.
- [Cherisse Leopold](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/cherisse-leopold) - Cherisse Leopold grew up outside of Washington, DC, in Maryland. She went to Emerson College in Boston for her undergraduate degree where she obtained a BA with a major in film. After she graduated, Cherisse moved out to Los Angeles with an internship at the production company that produced some award-winning TV shows. Many major
- [Crafting a Life & Career](https://www.miu.edu/crafting-a-life-and-career) - This course provides a simple framework to help you step back and create space to explore and act on your purpose in clear, focused, and tangible ways.
- [Maharishi Vedic Observatory Course](https://www.miu.edu/vedic-observatory) - This 10-lesson course covers a detailed understanding of how each instrument works from a scientific standpoint, as well as the Vedic influence of each instrument.
- [Inner State of Yoga: The Key to Success, Happiness, and Enlightenment](https://www.miu.edu/inner-state-of-yoga) - In this 4-hour course, Dr. Sands explores the value and different aspects of Yoga in the light of Maharishi Vedic Science.
- [Mathematics and Consciousness](https://www.miu.edu/math-and-consciousness) - This 14-lesson course, taught by Tony Nader, MD, PhD, is a remarkable exploration and mathematical elucidation of the profound Vedantic theme that everything Is consciousness.
- [Maharishi on Vedānt: Lively Absolute—Living Wholeness, I-ness or Being](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-on-vedant) - Eight classes by Dr. Bevan Morris, highlighted with Maharishi talks, with rich expressions of the fully enlightened state of life--Vedant--the ultimate reality.
- [Evolving Brain](https://www.miu.edu/evolvingbrain) - This course, taught by neuroscientist and MIU professor Dr. Fred Travis, offers concrete steps to help support the health and evolution of your brain.
- [Faculty](https://www.miu.edu/mfa-in-screenwriting/faculty) - MIU's screenwriting faculty consists of internationally recognized screenwriters and scholars.
- [Vedic Science in the Light of Maharishi's Total Knowledge](https://www.miu.edu/vedic-science-2022) - This 14-lesson course presents six lectures (12 hours 20 minutes) in which Maharishi Addresses the World Assembly on Vedic Science in Maastricht, Netherlands, 1991. Each lesson will consist of about 50 minutes of video, followed by approximately 40 minutes of discussion led by Dr. Peter Warburton. After each 1.5 hour session, there will be an optional 20-minute group meditation.
- [Maharishi's Total Knowledge and World Peace](https://www.miu.edu/world-peace-2) - Maharishi's Master Class on World Peace, Part Two! July 19 - Sep. 3, 2022 with Dr. Peter Warburton. Maharishi examines Communication, Law, Art, Culture and Religion, Administration, and Economy from the level of the ultimate structuring dynamics of the universe and perpetual peace.
- [World Peace in the Light of Maharishi's Total Knowledge](https://www.miu.edu/world-peace-2022) - Maharishi's Master Class on World Peace with Dr. Peter Warburton. Maharishi examines education, health, agriculture, architecture, science and technology, and defense from the level of the ultimate structuring dynamics of the universe and perpetual peace.
- [Silence Speaks: The Journey from Atma, the Self, to Totality](https://www.miu.edu/silence-speaks) - Maharishi's Total Knowledge 2.0 Series, Course Four. This new 12-lesson course with Dr. Peter Warburton takes us on a unique journey through Maharishi’s unfoldment of Total Knowledge in 2007.
- [Revelations of the Flow of Atma](https://www.miu.edu/cognition-of-the-veda/) - Maharishi's Total Knowledge 2.0 Series, Course Three starts March 14, 2023 and will continue to offer greater insight into the exposition of Total Knowledge, based on profound discussions between Maharishi and Dr. Peter Warburton, which we will listen to during this course.
- [Maharishi’s Life and Teaching: 1976 – 1985](https://www.miu.edu/archives-course-3) - MIU Continuing Education is pleased to announce this third course in the History of Maharishi’s teachings series which will begin on December 27, 2021. This course will be hosted by Dr. John Boncheff via Zoom and cover the time period of 1976 to 1985.
- [Maharishi Self-Pulse Reading 16-Lesson Course](https://www.miu.edu/selfpulse) - Self-pulse reading is the most ancient and natural means of determining the level of balance or imbalance in the mind and body. This 16-lesson course presents Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s revival of this ancient technology. It consists of 26.5 hours of videos, to be viewed at your convenience.
- [Intermediate Sanskrit and Reading the Vedic Literature](https://www.miu.edu/intermediate-sanskrit-ce-course) - Reading the Vedic Literature in Sanskrit is a technology of Maharishi Vedic ScienceSM to accelerate the unfoldment of higher states of consciousness. This 5-week, 10 lesson course is designed to bring your introductory Sanskrit practice to the next level of fluency and ease.
- [Ayurvedic Cooking for Pitta Dosha](https://www.miu.edu/cooking-for-pitta) - Fun cooking show with over five hours of videos and a 32-page downloadable PDF with course materials and recipes. The lessons include cooking demonstrations as well as interviews and discussions with Ayurvedic experts.
- [Ayurvedic Cooking for Vata Dosha](https://www.miu.edu/cooking-for-vata) - Fun cooking show with over four hours of videos and a 60-page downloadable cookbook. The lessons include cooking demonstrations as well as interviews and discussions with Ayurvedic experts.
- [We Create Our Reality: A Brain-Based Guide for Success in Life](https://www.miu.edu/we-create-our-reality) - Learn how the brain changes with every experience, and see that you are in charge -- that your intention is what structures your reality.
- [Vastu Green: Building In Tune with Natural Law Based Design and Construction](https://www.miu.edu/vastu-green) - This course is an ideal introduction to designing and building your Maharishi Vastu home so that it will have only nourishing influences on its occupants.
- [Advanced Maharishi Pulse Reading with Vaidya Manohar Palakurthi](https://www.miu.edu/advancedpulse) - This course is designed to enliven the knowledge of Maharishi Nadi Vigyan (MNV) and enhance correct practice, according to Maharishi’s guidelines.
- [The Essence of Buddhism in Light of Maharishi’s Science of Consciousness](https://www.miu.edu/buddhism) - In this five-lesson course, Professor Evan Finkelstein examines the most central teachings of Buddhism from a fresh point of view.
- [Total Knowledge and the Great Thinkers and Leaders Throughout the Ages](https://www.miu.edu/great-thinkers) - 10-lesson online course by Dr. Peter Warburton and Professor Ken Chandler, who has recently authored several books including, "The Enlightened Jesus".
- [Total Knowledge and the Bhagavad-Gita](https://www.miu.edu/total-knowledge-and-gita) - In this 10-lesson online course, Dr. Peter Warburton, Dr. Vernon Katz, and Professor Tom Egenes illuminate Maharishi’s precious insights into the Bhagavad-Gita.
- [PhD in Management](https://www.miu.edu/cba/phd-management) - Advance scholarship at the intersection of management, leadership, and human development. MIU’s PhD is available online and on campus.
- [PhD in Maharishi Vedic Science](https://www.miu.edu/phd-in-maharishi-vedic-science) - Pursue advanced research in Vedic science, consciousness, and human development. MIU’s doctoral program is available online and on campus.
- [PhD in Physiology & Health](https://www.miu.edu/phd-in-physiology) - Conduct research at the intersection of physiology, consciousness, and health. MIU’s online PhD prepares scholars and clinician-researchers.
- [MA in Marriage & Family Therapy](https://www.miu.edu/ma-in-marriage-and-family-therapy) - MFT training that takes burnout seriously. MIU’s online MA pairs clinical rigor with therapist self-care, trauma-informed practice, and licensure preparation.
- [Continuing Education Courses](https://www.miu.edu/ce) - Live online courses on various enlightening topics such as Maharishi AyurVeda, Yoga, and Higher States of Consciousness. Affordable and available to review for one year.
- [Low-Residency MFA in Visual Art](https://www.miu.edu/mfa-in-visual-art) - Earn your MFA without pausing your life. MIU’s low-residency program in visual art combines online study with short, intensive in-person residencies.
- [Admissions](https://www.miu.edu/admissions) - MIU has rolling admissions – we review applications year-round. Connect with a personal admissions counselor and take your first step toward an MIU degree.
- [Mathematics](https://www.miu.edu/mathematics) - In our math department classes, you’ll do more than study traditional mathematics: you’ll connect what you’re learning to your innermost self.
- [Lake Tahoe 1968 Part 2](https://www.miu.edu/lake-tahoe-1968-part-2/) - "The job of a leader is to see that the goal of the followers is achieved. And the goal... All mankind has one common goal in the infinite bliss consciousness." —Maharishi, 1968 "Fabulous tapes of Maharishi" –LM; "Absolutely fantastic and fulfilling." –AS; (Reviews from Part 1. See more below.) Did you miss Maharishi's course from
- [Individualized Major](https://www.miu.edu/individualized-major) - Can’t find the exact program you’re looking for? At MIU, you can design your own bachelor’s degree – combining disciplines that match your goals.
- [Costs & Aid](https://www.miu.edu/tuition) - Use MIU's 10-second cost calculator to see what a degree would cost you. Federal grants and loans typically cover all or most costs for US students.
- [Fellowship MS in Integrative Medicine and Ayurveda for Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers](https://www.miu.edu/fellowship-ms-in-integrative-medicine-and-ayurveda) - A clinical master’s for physicians and advanced practice providers. Integrate Ayurveda into your practice through MIU’s online fellowship program.
- [Professors who care](https://www.miu.edu/professors-who-care) - Small classes. Professors who know your name and invest in your growth. At MIU, the whole person is the focus, not just your academic performance.
- [Visit Us](https://www.miu.edu/visit) - See MIU in person or virtually. Visitors Days in Fairfield include campus tours and lunch with professors. Or meet a professor one-on-one from anywhere.
- [Docu Cafe](https://www.miu.edu/docu-cafe/) - Docu Café is a monthly webinar series led by filmmakers and program directors Stuart J. Tanner (BBC, National Geographic, Amnesty International Press Award) and Amine Kouider (David Lynch Foundation). Join award-winning documentary filmmakers Stuart J. Tanner and Amine Kouider as they explore the art of documentary filmmaking, creativity, and transformation. Upcoming Docu Cafés: Docu Café
- [MIU International World Peace Assembly](https://www.miu.edu/world-peace-assembly) - Join hundreds of other TM Sidhas for deep inner experience — and nourish the world with peace and harmony. Come and enjoy a leap forward in your personal growth, and an infusion of peace and harmony into US collective consciousness. It’s the best gift you can give yourself and the country.
- [MS in Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine](https://www.miu.edu/ms-in-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine) - Deepen your expertise in Ayurveda and integrative medicine with MIU’s online master's – designed for practitioners and aspiring clinicians alike.
- [WPA Housing and Dining Information](https://www.miu.edu/wpa-dining-information/) - Sign Up Now for Housing Back to the Main Webpage View Transportation Information Dining Information Annapurna meals are buffet style, made fresh daily, vegetarian and high quality. Meals include entrees, salad bar (lunches only), drinks, and desserts. View the menu. Single meal cards or 5-meal cards or 10-meal cards for Annapurna can be purchased at
- [BA, BFA, or Bachelor’s Specialization in Cinematic Arts & New Media](https://www.miu.edu/bachelors-in-cinematic-arts-and-new-media) - Develop your creative voice in film, video, and digital media at MIU. Study cinematic arts alongside inner development – online or on campus.
- [MA in Consciousness & Human Potential](https://www.miu.edu/ma-in-consciousness-and-human-potential) - Explore consciousness through Vedic science, Transcendental Meditation, and neuroscience at MIU. Investigate modern and traditional perspectives on human potential.
- [Admission Requirements](https://www.miu.edu/international-admissions/admission-requirements) - Admission requirements for degree programs, certificate programs, and non-credit courses
- [Consciousness and Human Potential Podcast](https://www.miu.edu/consciousness-and-human-potential-podcast/)
- [MS in Physics](https://www.miu.edu/ms-in-physics) - Explore the frontiers of physics – including the foundations of physics and consciousness – at MIU. Available online and on campus in Iowa.
- [PhD in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/phd-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture) - Pursue original research in regenerative and organic agriculture at MIU. A doctoral program for scholars committed to transforming how we grow food.
- [MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/ms-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture) - Advance your expertise in regenerative agriculture with MIU’s online master’s. Designed for practitioners ready to lead food system transformation.
- [Certificate in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/certificate-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture) - Gain practical skills in regenerative farming with MIU’s certificate program – available online or on campus at Iowa’s sustainable agriculture university.
- [BS in Mathematics](https://www.miu.edu/bs-in-mathematics) - Study mathematics at MIU’s campus in Fairfield, Iowa. A rigorous undergraduate program grounded in Consciousness-Based Education and academic depth.
- [MFA in Creative Writing](https://www.miu.edu/mfa-in-creative-writing) - An online MFA that uses meditation to access creative imagination. Graduate with a book-length manuscript, teaching portfolio, and marketing plan for your work.
- [BFA in Creative Writing](https://www.miu.edu/bfa-in-creative-writing) - An immersive creative writing degree at MIU’s campus in Fairfield, Iowa. Develop craft and voice in a community committed to artistry and inner growth.
- [MA in Enlightenment and Leadership](https://www.miu.edu/ma-in-enlightenment-leadership) - An on-campus graduate program at MIU exploring leadership through Vedic science and the direct experience of higher states of consciousness.
- [BA in Enlightened Leadership](https://www.miu.edu/ba-in-enlightened-leadership) - Develop your leadership from the ground up – inner and outer. MIU’s on-campus BA integrates Vedic science with contemporary leadership studies.
- [BS in Computer Science](https://www.miu.edu/bs-in-computer-science) - Earn a rigorous CS degree at MIU. Technical depth combined with the personal growth of Consciousness-Based Education – on campus in Fairfield, Iowa.
- [MFA in Documentary Filmmaking & Social Transformation](https://www.miu.edu/mfa-in-documentary-filmmaking-and-social-transformation) - Use documentary film as a force for change. MIU’s online MFA trains filmmakers to tell powerful stories with craft, intention, and social awareness.
- [MFA in Screenwriting](https://www.miu.edu/mfa-in-screenwriting) - Study screenwriting in a program shaped by one of cinema’s most visionary filmmakers. MIU’s online MFA develops writers ready for today’s industry.
- [EdD in Transformational Leadership & Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/cba/edd-in-transformational-leadership-and-coaching) - Working professionals become equipped to lead transformational change in just three years through America’s only EdD with Consciousness-Based Education.
- [MA in Consciousness-Based Leadership & Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/cba/masters-in-consciousness-based-leadership-and-coaching) - Develop as a leader and coach from the inside out. MIU’s online MA blends evidence-based coaching with Consciousness-Based leadership principles.
- [MBA with a Leadership & Workplace Conflict Resolution Specialization](https://www.miu.edu/cba/mba/leadership-and-workplace-conflict-resolution) - Develop leadership skills and conflict resolution expertise in MIU’s online MBA specialization Ð designed for professionals ready to lead with purpose.
- [MBA with an ERP & Analytics Specialization](https://www.miu.edu/cba/mba/sap-business-analytics) - Master enterprise systems and business analytics in MIU’s MBA. Gain in-demand SAP skills alongside Consciousness-Based leadership training.
- [MBA with an Accounting Specialization](https://www.miu.edu/cba/mba/accounting) - Build a career in accounting with MIU’s MBA. Combine technical financial skills with the leadership development of Consciousness-Based Education.
- [MBA with a Sustainable Business Specialization](https://www.miu.edu/cba/mba/sustainable-business) - Earn an MBA focused on sustainability at MIU. Develop the business acumen and values-based thinking to lead in a purpose-driven economy. Online.
- [MBA](https://www.miu.edu/cba/mba) - Lead with clarity and purpose. MIU’s MBA integrates core business skills with Consciousness-Based leadership development – online or on campus.
- [MBA for Professionals in ERP & Analytics or Accounting](https://www.miu.edu/cba/mba-professionals-programs) - An accelerated MBA for working professionals at MIU. Specialize in ERP & Analytics or Accounting in a values-centered, on-campus environment.
- [MS in Aromatherapy & Ayurveda](https://www.miu.edu/online-ms-in-aromatherapy) - Earn a graduate degree in Aromatherapy & Ayurveda at MIU. This online master’s bridges ancient healing traditions with contemporary wellness science.
- [MA in Studio Art](https://www.miu.edu/ma-in-studio-art) - Advance your studio practice in a community devoted to art and inner growth. MIU’s on-campus MA in Studio Art supports ambitious, reflective artists.
- [Specialization in Life & Wellness Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/bachelor-of-applied-arts-and-sciences/specialization-in-life-and-wellness-coaching) - Learn to coach the whole person: body, mind, and consciousness. MIU’s online bachelor’s blends Ayurveda with evidence-based coaching skills and business planning.
- [BFA in Art, Consciousness, & Creative Practice](https://www.miu.edu/bfa-in-art) - Deepen your practice as a studio artist at MIU. This on-campus BFA integrates rigorous fine arts training with Consciousness-Based Education.
- [BA in Art, Consciousness, & Creative Practice](https://www.miu.edu/ba-in-art) - Discover how inner development fuels creative expression. MIU's on-campus BA explores art-making through the lens of consciousness and human potential.
- [Minor in Applied AI](https://www.miu.edu/minor-in-applied-ai) - Develop practical AI skills that complement any bachelor's degree at MIU. This online minor prepares you to understand and apply AI across fields.
- [Minor in the Business of Natural Health & Wellness](https://www.miu.edu/cba/minor-in-the-business-of-natural-health-and-wellness) - Add business skills to your wellness degree at MIU. This online minor prepares you to launch or manage practices in the natural health industry.
- [BA or Bachelor’s Specialization in Business & Entrepreneurship](https://www.miu.edu/cba/bachelors-in-business-and-entrepreneurship) - Build businesses that matter. MIU’s bachelor’s in business combines entrepreneurial skills with values-based leadership and Consciousness-Based Education.
- [BA or Bachelor’s Specialization in Sustainable & Regenerative Living](https://www.miu.edu/bachelors-in-sustainable-and-regenerative-living) - Explore ecological design, regenerative practices, and the inner dimensions of a sustainable life at MIU – online or on campus in Fairfield, Iowa.
- [BA or Bachelor’s Specialization in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/bachelors-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture) - Learn to manage food systems that heal land and communities. MIU’s regenerative agriculture program combines hands-on farming with ecological science.
- [BA or Bachelor’s Specialization in Creative Writing](https://www.miu.edu/bachelors-in-creative-writing) - Hone your craft in a community that values authentic storytelling. MIU’s creative writing program nurtures your voice and your development as a writer.
- [BA or Bachelor’s Specialization in Positive Psychology & Consciousness](https://www.miu.edu/bachelors-in-positive-psychology-and-consciousness) - Study the science of flourishing and learn to live it. MIU’s online bachelor's pairs positive psychology research with Transcendental Meditation and inner development.
- [BA or Bachelor’s Specialization in Consciousness & Human Potential](https://www.miu.edu/bachelors-in-consciousness-and-human-potential) - A bachelor’s unlike any other. Explore consciousness through neuroscience, Vedic wisdom, and meditation practice at MIU.
- [Bachelor’s Specialization in Yoga Teacher Training](https://www.miu.edu/bachelors-specialization-in-yoga-teacher-training) - Learn Consciousness-Based Yoga Consciousness-Based Yoga is a comprehensive system designed to cultivate coherence between mind, body, and consciousness. Rooted in the teachings of our founder, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, this unique approach naturally fosters the experience of inner calm and 'steady pleasantness' while supporting the expansion of consciousness and personal growth. With over 1000 contact hours—far
- [Specialization in Yoga & Ayurveda Wellness](https://www.miu.edu/online-bachelors-specialization-in-yoga) - Earn your bachelor’s while becoming a certified yoga teacher. MIU’s online program integrates yoga, Ayurveda, and Consciousness-Based Education.
- [Bachelor’s Specialization in Art Therapy](https://www.miu.edu/bachelors-with-specialization-in-art-therapy) - Prepare for a career in art therapy with MIU's online bachelor's specialization. Study the healing power of art within a holistic education framework.
- [BA or Bachelor’s Specialization in Ayurveda Wellness & Integrative Health](https://www.miu.edu/bachelors-in-ayurveda-wellness-and-integrative-health) - Integrate Ayurvedic knowledge with modern health science in America’s only accredited bachelor’s in Ayurveda – available online or on campus.
- [Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences](https://www.miu.edu/bachelor-of-applied-arts-and-sciences) - Build your own path at MIU. Combine subjects across wellness, creative arts, business, and more in a flexible bachelor's degree – online or on campus.
- [MIU Catalogs](https://www.miu.edu/catalog) - The MIU Catalog is published annually. The latest information on current faculty, program, and course listings can be obtained from the web pages for degree programs.
- [Board of Trustees](https://www.miu.edu/administration/board-of-trustees) - Ed Malloy Fairfield, Iowa Chair of the Board of Trustees Chair of the Development, Alumni, and Marketing Committee, MIU Board of Trustees Former Mayor of Fairfield, Iowa (2002-2020), named one of the 15 Greenest Mayors in North America by MSN.com, 2008. Executive Director for Grow Fairfield Economic Development Association BA Psychology, Ricker College Tony Nader
- [Academic Programs](https://www.miu.edu/academic-programs) - Browse 40+ undergraduate and graduate programs at MIU, including unique fields like Consciousness & Human Potential, Regenerative Organic Agriculture, and Ayurveda.
- [Block System: Immersive Learning at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/immersive-learning) - At MIU, you never juggle 4-5 classes at once. On-campus students take one course per month; online students take 1-2 at a time. No finals week, ever.
- [Core Abilities](https://www.miu.edu/general-education/core-abilities) - MIU graduates develop nine core abilities – from consciousness development and creativity to critical thinking, communication, and global citizenship.
- [Mission and Core Values](https://www.miu.edu/about-miu/mission-and-core-values) - Our mission is to help every student awaken their full potential through Consciousness-Based Education. Explore the founding goals and core values that guide MIU.
- [Innovative Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/about-miu/sustainability) - MIU is fully committed to sustainable practices as one of AmericaÕs most green universities. Renewable energy, sustainable buildings, and organic food are high priorities.
- [Campus Life](https://www.miu.edu/campus-life) - Explore MIU's 400-acre campus in Fairfield, Iowa. Fresh dining (mostly organic & vegetarian), single-occupancy dorms, LEED facilities, and a community committed to growth.
- [Transcendental Meditation Technique](https://www.miu.edu/about-miu/transcendental-meditation-technique) - An effortless, evidence-based meditation technique practiced by all MIU students and faculty for 20 minutes twice daily to reduce stress and enhance learning.
- [Open Curriculum](https://www.miu.edu/open-curriculum) - No required core curriculum. Only two courses all undergraduates take. At MIU, you shape your entire educational journey around your own interests and goals.
- [Consciousness-Based Education](https://www.miu.edu/about-miu/consciousness-based-education) - MIU's holistic approach to education. One subject at a time, integrated self-care practices, and an open curriculum designed to connect everything you learn back to yourself.
- [Webinars](https://www.miu.edu/admissions/webinars) - Meet MIU faculty, students, and alumni and explore how Consciousness-Based Education can enrich your life. Watch past webinars or register for upcoming ones.
- [Online Learning](https://www.miu.edu/online-learning) - Explore MIU's full range of online degrees, from bachelor's to doctoral programs, including programs in Ayurveda, Life & Wellness Coaching, and Consciousness & Human Potential.
- [Business & Entrepreneurship](https://www.miu.edu/cba) - Developing business leaders and professionals with the consciousness, knowledge, and practical skills to create sustainable value-producing, life-supporting rewards.
- [Celebrating the Achievements and Contributions  of Dr. Navin and Pratima Doshi](https://www.miu.edu/honoring-doshi)
- [Celebrating the Achievements and Contributions  of Dr. Navin and Pratima Doshi](https://www.miu.edu/doshi/)
- [Terry Fairchild](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/terry-fairchild) - Terry Fairchild has over twenty years of experience in college administration, curriculum design, and the teaching of literature, literary theory, film, and composition at the university level. His courses range from the classics to post–modernism, with emphasis on the twentieth century. He also has a strong background in such specialized areas as modern drama, Asian
- [Creative Writing & Literature](https://www.miu.edu/english) - Department of Creative Writing & Literature Programs BA in Creative Writing Bachelor’s with Specialization in Creative Writing BFA in Creative Writing MFA in Creative Writing The Department of English also directs the composition program and provides a Writing Center for those wishing extra writing assistance. About us MIU’s Department of Creative Writing & Literature teaches
- [Maharishi Vedic Astrology at a Glance](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-vedic-astrology-at-a-glance/) - A Five-Lesson Seminar for Beginners with Dr. Ann Crowell. Learn the basic structure and components of the horoscope used in a Maharishi Jyotish Consultation, including the basic vocabulary and principles of prediction.
- [Yoga Teacher Training](https://www.miu.edu/yoga-teacher-training) - Learn Consciousness-Based Yoga Consciousness-Based Yoga is a comprehensive system designed to cultivate coherence between mind, body, and consciousness. Rooted in the teachings of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi—the founder of the Transcendental Meditation Technique and Maharishi International University—this unique approach naturally fosters the experience of 'steady pleasantness' while supporting the expansion of consciousness. In this program, which
- [TM Tune-Ups](https://www.miu.edu/goc/tm-tune-ups/) - Are you receiving maximum personal growth from your practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique and fully enjoying it? Attend a 30-minute TM Tune-Up to ensure the effortlessness of your practice, which produces the most benefits. This session will include a brief discussion of experiences. You may attend as many of these sessions as you like.
- [Physiology & Health](https://www.miu.edu/physiology-and-health) - Learn to provide clinically effective, side-effect-free healthcare through a wide range of ayurvedic and physiological knowledge.
- [Integrative Medicine](https://www.miu.edu/integrative-medicine) - Programs designed for doctors and advanced practice providers to gain a solid foundation in the field of Integrative Medicine (IM) and Ayurveda
- [English as a Second Language (ESL)  - template](https://www.miu.edu/esl) - MIU Intensive English Program uses the innovative Focal Skills Method, which is tailored to each international student’s needs.
- [Academic Programs - Undergrad Online](https://www.miu.edu/academic-programs/undergrad-online) - Undergraduate online degree programs Applied Arts & Sciences Bachelor of Applied Arts & Sciences (online or on-campus) Bachelor’s Specializations: Ayurveda Wellness & Integrative Health (online or on-campus) Art Therapy – pre-professional (online) Yoga & Ayurveda Wellness – with Yoga Teacher Training (online) Yoga Teacher Training (online) Life & Wellness Coaching (online) Consciousness & Human Potential
- [National TM Retreat Application for Grant Recipients](https://www.miu.edu/overview-2/national-tm-retreat-application-for-grant-recipients/)
- [National TM Retreat Application](https://www.miu.edu/overview-2/tm-national-retreat-application/)
- [TM Retreat Fall 2025](https://www.miu.edu/overview-2/tm-retreat-fall-2025-2/)
- [Retreats](https://www.miu.edu/additional-support/retreats-advanced-programs/) - Enjoy expanded awareness and deep rest as a foundation for a fulfilling academic block! All students are now warmly invited to join the half-day online TM Retreats offered by our Distance Education department. The TM Retreat program offers extra Transcendental Meditation practice balanced by yoga asanas and pranayama, a discussion of your experiences, and a
- [Leadership and Administration](https://www.miu.edu/about-miu/administration) - Tony Nader President MS, American University of Beirut MD, American University of Beirut PhD, Massachusetts Institute of Technology John Hagelin President Emeritus AB summa cum laude, Physics, Dartmouth College MA, PhD, Physics, Harvard University Doctorate of World Peace, Maharishi University of World Peace William Smith Chief Executive Officer BFA, MA, American Intercontinental University Jeremy Brenin
- [About MIU](https://www.miu.edu/about-miu) - MIU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It is a federally-recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit university dedicated to Consciousness-Based Education.
- [Credit for Prior Learning](https://www.miu.edu/credit-for-prior-learning) - Turn Your Real World Experience Into Real College Credit At MIU, we know that learning happens everywhere—on the job, in volunteer work, in the military, through certifications, or through life itself. If you’ve already gained valuable knowledge and skills, you shouldn’t have to start from zero. Our Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) program helps you
- [Bhagavad-Gita Chapter 8](https://www.miu.edu/overview-2/bhagavad-gita-chapter-8/) - “The Bhagavad-Gītā presents the eternal knowledge of integrated life. It presents the wisdom of living life in fulfillment. It brings to light the wisdom of the Absolute for the evolution of man at any time and in any place. It provides a technique whereby the life of the individual is naturally aligned with Cosmic Life
- [David Lynch Graduate School of Cinematic Arts](https://www.miu.edu/david-lynch-graduate-school-of-cinematic-arts) - Maharishi University offers cinematic arts MFA progams where you can complete a professional-level project, uniquely qualifying you for industry opportunities.
- [Dennis Heaton](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/dennis-heaton) - Dennis Heaton earned his EdD in educational leadership. His areas of research interest include consciousness, holistic health, peak performance, and higher stages of human development and their implications for leadership. Dr. Heaton is Professor of Management and Dean Emeritus of the College of Business and Entrepreneurship. He has been directing PhD students’ research in areas
- [Jane Schmidt-Wilk](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/jane-schmidt-wilk) - Jane Schmidt-Wilk is Professor of Management, Dean of Teaching and Learning, and Director of the PhD in Management at Maharishi International University. Her publications explore the role of the development of consciousness in business and management education. Dr. Schmidt-Wilk has taught courses in management and organizational behavior, qualitative research methods, communication skills, teaching, and academic
- [Fred Travis](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/maharishi-vedic-science/faculty/gallery/fred-travis) - Dr. Travis is Professor of Maharishi Vedic Science, Chair of the Department of Maharishi Vedic Science, Dean of the Graduate School, and Director of the Center for Brain, Consciousness, and Cognition.
- [Maharishi Vedic Science](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-vedic-science) - Offering programs in the study of consciousness, explored through science and ancient knowledge to unveil the deepest parts of nature and the human self.
- [Emdad Khan](https://www.miu.edu/faculty-profiles/emdad-khan) - Dr. Khan's research areas include Natural Language Processing, Big Data, Intelligent Agent, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Human-Computer Interaction.
- [Bruce Lester - Publications](https://www.miu.edu/computer-science/faculty/faculty-profiles/bruce-lester/bruce-lester-publications) - “Performance of Map-Reduce Using Java-8 Parallel Streams,” In: K. Arai, S. Kapoor, R. Bhatia (eds), Intelligent Computing, SAI 2018, Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, vol 858, Springer, pp 732-736. “Lock-Free Parallel Access Collections,” International Journal of Distributed and Parallel Systems, Vol. 5, No. 1, May, 2014, pp. 1-12. "Operator Fusion in a Data Parallel
- [Clyde Ruby - Publications](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/computer-science/faculty-profiles/clyde-ruby/clyde-ruby-publications/) - Clyde Ruby. Modular subclass verification: Safely creating correct subclasses without superclass code. PhD Thesis, Iowa State University, 2006. Technical Report TR #06-34 Gary T. Leavens, Albert L. Baker, and Clyde Ruby. Preliminary Design of JML: A Behavioral Interface Specification Language for Java. ACM SIGSOFT Software Engineering Notes, 31(3):1-38, March 2006. http://doi.acm.org/10.1145/1127878.1127884 [PDF]. Preliminary version: Iowa State
- [Computer Science](https://www.miu.edu/computer-science) - MIU’s BS and MS Computer Science programs offer comprehensive professional training while developing your ability to think innovatively.
- [Maharishi Jyotish: Connecting Past, Present, and Future](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-jyotish-flow-of-consciousness) - This unique and inspiring course explores the level of Natural Law which connects the inner and outer values of reality, the past, present and future, and our near and distant environment.
- [Maharishi at Squaw Valley in 1968](https://www.miu.edu/squaw-valley-course) - "The job of a leader is to see that the goal of the followers is achieved. And the goal... All mankind has one common goal in the infinite bliss consciousness." —Maharishi, 1968 "Unbelievably great!" –MR; "Amazing!" –JS; "I love this course! It brings everything full circle." –GK; "Wonderfully fascinating!" –CJ (Reviews from previous course from
- [New On-Campus Students](https://www.miu.edu/new-on-campus-students) - Take some time to explore the resources below to facilitate your smooth transition to MIU Arrival, Airports, and Transport If you will be arriving to a nearby airport or train station, you can request pick-up from our MIU transportation team by submitting our Arrival & Transport Request Form. Here are the standard options for where
- [Your Healthy Gut: The Extended 14-Lesson Course](https://www.miu.edu/healthygut) - Dr. Robert Keith Wallace and Andrew Stenberg offer a 14-lesson version of their popular Heal Your Gut course, with an easy 3-week diet to help reboot your physiology using Maharishi AyurVeda principles.
- [Symmetry — A Link Between Mathematics and Life](https://www.miu.edu/mathematics/faculty-profiles/catherine-gorini/symmetry-a-link-between-mathematics-and-life) - By Cathy Gorini Introduction In mathematics, certain basic concepts, such as symmetry and infinity, are so pervasive and adaptable that they can become elusive to the student. Understanding these concepts and the tools for studying them is often a long process that extends over many years in a student's career. Students first see infinity appearing
- [Faculty](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/mathematics/about-us/faculty-and-staff) - Faculty in the Math Department at Maharishi University of Management.
- [Vedic Expressions Used by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi](https://www.miu.edu/vedic-expressions) - This 8-lesson course led by Dr. Bevan Morris covers: Learning the expressions, how to pronounce them correctly, and understanding them in the context of Maharishi Vedic Science.
- [Class Schedules](https://www.miu.edu/schedule-of-classes) - MIU has a university-wide schedule of classes for the current school year sortable by semester and block number and also by degree program within each academic department. For example, see the current schoolyear's schedule of classes offered by the Department of Management. Students in some degree programs will find it easier to search for their
- [WPA Airport Transportation](https://www.miu.edu/wpa-airport-transportation/) - The MIU Transportation Office is available to pick you up at the Cedar Rapids and Des Moines airports and take you back after the course. Ride Requests You can book individual Ride Requests (Minivan Pricing) Des Moines International Airport (DSM): $165 (Weekend and evening rate: $200) Eastern Iowa Airport (CID): $125 (Weekend and evening rate:
- [Places to Stay in Fairfield, IA](https://www.miu.edu/places-to-stay-in-fairfield-ia) - Airbnb rentals, Landmark Inn, Best Western, Super 8, AmericInn, The Raj, Rukmapura Park, Seven Roses Inn, Blue Heron, Lotus Inn, Jan's Place, Heavenly House
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- [Contact Form Confirmation International](https://www.miu.edu/thank-you-intl) - We’ve received your info request and will be in touch soon. In the meantime, you can download our bookletdownload our booklet. In-Person Campus Visit One-on-One Virtual Visit In-person Campus Visit One-on-One Virtual Visit
- [General Education](https://www.miu.edu/general-education) - Acquire a broad range of ideas and ways of thinking, learn to make connections across academic disciplines, and develop an appreciation for the liberal arts.
- [Genevra Daley](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/art/genevra-daley) - Hilary Nelson has an MFA in Painting and Drawing with a secondary in Sculpture from the University of Iowa School of Art and Art History. She attended MUM for her BFA in Painting as well as her BS in Environmental Science.
- [Hilary Nelson](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/art/hilary-nelson) - Hilary Nelson has an MFA in Painting and Drawing with a secondary in Sculpture from the University of Iowa School of Art and Art History. She attended MUM for her BFA in Painting as well as her BS in Environmental Science.
- [Gyan Shrosbree](https://www.miu.edu/art-department/our-faculty/gyan-shrosbree) - Gyan Shrosbree received her B.F.A. Degree from The Kansas City Art Institute and her M.F.A. degree from Cranbrook Academy of Art. She has exhibited in galleries throughout the United States.
- [James Shrosbree](https://www.miu.edu/art-department/our-faculty/james-shrosbree) - Jim Shrosbree’s work has been exhibited throughout the United States. He has been a visiting artist and lecturer at universities and art schools around the country.
- [Faculty](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/art-department/our-faculty) - Recent Visiting Artists and Guest Speakers Esteban del Valle Kevin McNamee-Tweed Corinne Spencer Graham McDougal Elizabeth Atterbury Sean Nash Lucy Kim Leeza Meksin Jae Won Lee Helen O’Leary Ryan Foerster Yevgeniya Baras Terry Conrad Andrea Heimer Isabel Barbuzza Sangram Majumdar Matt Phillips Joshua Bienko Glenn Goldberg Chris Cran Dylan James Nelson John Dilg Phillip
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- [TM Retreat Spring 2026](https://www.miu.edu/tm-retreat-spring-2026) - Unfold your full potential, deepen your experience, and expand your understanding! Join us for our Spring 2026 National TM Retreat at Maharishi International University. This retreat will bring together dozens of TM practitioners from all over the country to meditate and learn more about Consciousness in the blissful atmosphere of Fairfield, Iowa—the TM capital of
- [Maharishi in 1959 in Los Angeles and NYC](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-la-1959) - "Unbelievably great!" –MR; "Amazing!" –JS; "I love this course! It brings everything full circle." –GK; "Wonderfully fascinating!" –CJ (Reviews from previous course in this series.) This new course continues the Maharishi in 1959 series with enlightening talks that Maharishi gave on his first trip to Los Angeles, California, as well as more talks from New
- [What Maharishi Did in the World — 1955 to 2008 — And How the World Has Changed](https://www.miu.edu/tmhistory) - Dr. Bevan Morris shares his unique personal memories of Maharishi and reflections on the gifts that Maharishi gave to the world.
- [Higher States of Consciousness Course](https://www.miu.edu/higher-states-ce-course) - In this 16-lesson course, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of the worldwide TM organization, describes how higher states of consciousness unfold in human life.
- [Thomas Egenes](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/maharishi-vedic-science/faculty/gallery/tom-egenes) - Dr. Egenes is Professor of Maharishi Vedic Science and Sanskrit.
- [David Scharf](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/physics/faculty/david-scharf) - Dr. Scharf's current research is in consciousness and quantum field theory and especially the nature of time in great literature and in advanced physics.
- [Anne Dow](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/mathematics/about-us/faculty-and-staff/dr-ann-dow) - Statement of Purpose I came to Maharishi International University, because: I found the students here to be happy, alert, focused, receptive, interested in mathematics, and able to understand their courses deeply. They were clearly realizing their full potential. Mathematics was understood here in a much wider perspective. Each topic was seen in its place in
- [Catherine Gorini](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/mathematics/about-us/faculty-and-staff/catherine-gorini) - Catherine Gorini received an Award for Outstanding College Teaching from the Mathematical Association of America in 2001. Her publications are in the areas of geometry, mathematics education, geometry and art, and connections between mathematics and consciousness. Research Interests Maharishi’s Vedic Mathematics Using the Transcendental Meditation® technique in the teaching of Mathematics Geometry and Symmetry Undergraduate Mathematics Education
- [Schedule of Placement Assessments](https://www.miu.edu/mathematics/math-placement-services/schedule-of-placement-assessments) - Contact Connie Eyberg at mathadmin@miu.edu for information on how to enroll for ALEKS PPL or to schedule an assessment at a time other than the above.
- [FAQ](https://www.miu.edu/mathematics/math-placement-services/faq) - Does everyone have to take the math placement assessment? Do the results of my math placement assessment ever expire? If my major doesn’t require any math and I agree to take a math course without math prerequisites in order to satisfy the general education requirement in mathematics, do I still have to take a placement assessment? etc.
- [Tips for Taking The Math Placement Assessment](https://www.miu.edu/mathematics/math-placement-services/tips) - Our placement assessments are designed to help you succeed at MUM. Your score helps us determine which courses are appropriate for your current level of math skills.
- [MS in Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine](https://www.miu.edu/ms-in-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine/enrolled-students) - Course schedules, Online For-Credit Attendance, Participation and Expectations, Incomplete Work in For-Credit Courses, Late Work, Course Withdrawal and Refund Readmission
- [Anil Maheshwari](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/anil-maheshwari) - Dr. Anil K. Maheshwari is Director of Executive Education and Professor of Management Information Systems. He is interested in and has published over 25 research papers and book chapters in the fields of leadership, technology, and consciousness. His research has been published in Journal of Management, Spirituality and Religion, Creativity Research Journal, Humanistic Management Journal,
- [Debra J. Louis](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/debra-louis) - Dr. Louis is an Associate Professor of Management. Her main area of expertise is Organizational Behavior with additional teaching interests in Leadership, Teams, and Cross-Cultural Management. Prior to joining the faculty at MIU, she was Dean of the College of Business at Trident University International, Assistant Professor at the State University of New York at
- [Scott Herriott](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/scott-herriott) - Professor Herriott received his PhD from Stanford in management science and engineering. He is the author of scholarly papers in the areas of economics, organization theory, and business strategy. His most recent books are Feasibility Analysis for Sustainable Technologies (2015) and Metrics for Sustainable Business (2016). Education PhD Stanford University, Management Science and Engineering MA
- [Venkata Voruganti](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/venkata-voruganti) - Venkata Voruganti is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), and a Project Management Professional (PMP). He specializes in ERP implementation, software quality assurance, and project management in the information technology (IT) industry. His focus areas are implementing and supporting financial and business intelligence applications, application lifecycle management, learning management systems, and test
- [Yunxiang Zhu](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/zhu-yunxiang) - The Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco awarded Yunxiang the gold medal of World Culture Development for his contribution in facilitating the culture and educational exchanges between China and USA. Education BA, Fuyang Teachers College, China BS, Maharishi International University MBA, Maharishi International University DWP Honoris Causa, Maharishi International University Yunxiang graduated from the Foreign Language Department
- [HaiYan Song](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/haiyan-song) - Dr. HaiYan Song has over 18 years of teaching experience in the universities of China, Canada and USA. Fields of research interests and expertise include: Sustainability Reporting by SMEs Creative Entrepreneurship Training in the philosophy and tools of lean six- sigma management (with yellow belt certification) Position Assistant Professor of Management Teaching Experience 2019-present, Assistant
- [MIU Programs for China](https://www.miu.edu/china) - MIU is partnering with Shenyang Jianzhu University and the School of International Policy and Affairs of Shanghai Jiaotong University to offer MBA and PhD degree programs. Courses are taught by MIU professors or the host university. The following degree programs are currently available to students in China: MBA in Sustainable Business PhD in Management China
- [Dr. Nakita Bruno-Green](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/nakita-bruno-green) - Education PhD – Maharishi International University, IA, USA MBA – Maharishi International University, IA, USA BA – University of Mississippi, MS, USA Memberships A member of the Academy of Management and The Global Union of Scientists for World Peace. Research & Academic Work Her PHD research explored Why and How the UNEP Young Champions of
- [Ayako Huang](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/ayako-huang) - Ayako Huang graduated with a Ph.D. in Management in May 2012 from Maharishi University of Management. She earned her B.A. in Business Administration and a Graduate Diploma in Public Administration from Eastern Washington University. Dr. Huang’s work focuses on both private and governmental organizations that are seeking to improve their sustainability. She has been participating
- [Rachel Goodman](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/rachel-goodman) - Dr. Rachel Goodman has taught many courses in Maharishi's approach to government and world peace through development of collective consciousness, as well as several courses in career strategies and communications skills. She has completed seven research studies on trends in government and quality of life; authored several papers on government trends, collective consciousness, and world
- [Tejasvi Sharma](https://www.miu.edu/cba/faculty/tejasvi-sharma) - Dr. Tejasvi Sharma is a dual faculty member in the Sustainable and Regenerative Living and Management departments. Dr. Sharma is passionate about energy technologies, their socio-economic aspects, deployment, and impact on society. Dr. Sharma's research is in alternative energy, specifically in the use of biomass for biochar and electricity production. He has participated in collaborative
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- [Art, Consciousness, & Creative Practice](https://www.miu.edu/art) - MIU's art programs support creativity through focused art training and personal growth without the stress of a traditional arts education.
- [Specialization in Creative Writing 2025](https://www.miu.edu/computer-science-24) - Creativity is not meant to be a struggle. Hone your writing while learning tools and techniques to awaken creativity in authentic ways that deeply engage mind, heart, and soul.
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- [Bhagavad-Gita Chapters 5 and 6](https://www.miu.edu/bhagavad-gita-chapters-5-6/) - “The Bhagavad-Gītā presents the eternal knowledge of integrated life. It presents the wisdom of living life in fulfillment. It brings to light the wisdom of the Absolute for the evolution of man at any time and in any place. It provides a technique whereby the life of the individual is naturally aligned with Cosmic Life
- [Bhagavad-Gita Chapters 3 and 4](https://www.miu.edu/bhagavad-gita-chapters-3-4/) - “The Bhagavad-Gītā presents the eternal knowledge of integrated life. It presents the wisdom of living life in fulfillment. It brings to light the wisdom of the Absolute for the evolution of man at any time and in any place. It provides a technique whereby the life of the individual is naturally aligned with Cosmic Life
- [Consciousness Applied](https://www.miu.edu/consciousness-applied/) - Special Online Course by Dr. Tony Nader Dr. Tony Nader, author of the bestselling book, Consciousness Is All There Is, and head of the international Transcendental Meditation® organization, presents a master class offering insights and practical applications of a new Consciousness-Based paradigm to enhance individual well-being as well as global harmony. Course Dates: Now an online self-study
- [Bhagavad-Gita Chapters 1 and 2](https://www.miu.edu/bhagavad-gita-chapters-1-2/) - The Bhagavad-Gita is a compendium of the supreme wisdom of life, providing the key to success, happiness, and evolution towards higher states of consciousness.
- [Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/regenerative-organic-agriculture) - Build an understanding of how to think critically and holistically when considering the design and flourishing of organic agriculture systems.
- [Sanford I. Nidich](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/physiology-and-health/introduction/faculty-staff/sanford-i-nidich) - Education BA Interdisciplinary Studies in Human Development College of Arts and Sciences University of Cincinnati 1969-1973 MA Interdisciplinary Studies in Human Development College of Arts and Sciences University of Cincinnati 1973-1974 EdD Educational Psychology College of Education University of Cincinnati 1974-1975 Professional Experience 2000-present Professor of Physiology & Health, and Education, MIU 2017-present Director, Center
- [Paul J. Morehead](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/physiology-and-health/introduction/faculty-staff/paul-j-morehead) - Paul J. Morehead, PhD, is an educator and practitioner of Maharishi AyurVeda. He has been teaching Transcendental Meditation for 43 years and Maharishi AyurVeda for 28 years. Teaching these technologies for health and inner development, and seeing the immediate transformation in people’s lives, is his greatest fulfillment. Dr. Morehead helped develop the undergraduate programs in
- [Sangeeta Sharma](https://www.miu.edu/physiology-and-health/sangeeta-sharma) - Dr. Sangeeta Sharma is the mother of two children, wife of a physicist, an Ayurveda Vaidya, MD (Ayurveda), PhD in Panchakarma, researcher, and academician. She comes from a rich Vedic cultural background and inherited strong values like sincerity, self-discipline, kindness, and gratitude. Her father inspired her to pursue Ayurveda, the holistic science of life and
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- [Consciousness, Food, Physiology, and the Environment](https://www.miu.edu/mvoa) - This course gives understanding and experience of the dynamic, interactive relationship between our own consciousness, thoughts, and perceptions and the consciousness and lively intelligence of our environment.
- [Introduction to <em>Maharishi AyurVeda</em>](https://www.miu.edu/introduction-to-mav) - This 8-hour course covers the full range of basic knowledge of Maharishi AyurVeda, the science of life, presented by Dr Keith Wallace and Dr Karin Pirc.
- [International Students](https://www.miu.edu/international-admissions) - Our international students are like a world family, bringing a diversity of cultures, languages, and perspectives that enrich our campus culture.
- [Bhagavad-Gita Chapter 10](https://www.miu.edu/bhagavad-gita-chapter-10/) - “The Bhagavad-Gītā presents the eternal knowledge of integrated life. It presents the wisdom of living life in fulfillment. It brings to light the wisdom of the Absolute for the evolution of man at any time and in any place. It provides a technique whereby the life of the individual is naturally aligned with Cosmic Life
- [Guest Speakers: David Lynch MFA in Screenwriting](https://www.miu.edu/dlmfa/guest-speakers) - Bill Borden, Dara Marks, Kenny Kolter, Duwayne Dunham, Anthony Meindl, Peter Farrelly, Jeremy Kagen, Roger Wolfson, Leigh Badgley, Louise Levison, John Raatz, Lisa Wilson, Lawrence Everson, Jim Carrey, Kim Swartz
- [Founders & Administrators: David Lynch Graduate School of Cinematic Arts](https://www.miu.edu/dlmfa-team) - David Lynch (Award-winning director, writer, producer), Joanna Pflasky (Co-Founder), Stuart Tanner, Gurdy Leete, Dorothy Rompalske (Director of the MFA in Screenwriting, 2015-2023)
- [Accredited by IACBE](https://www.miu.edu/cba/accredited-by-iacbe) - MIU has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE).
- [Bhagavad-Gita Chapter 9](https://www.miu.edu/bhagavad-gita-chapter-9/) - “The Bhagavad-Gītā presents the eternal knowledge of integrated life. It presents the wisdom of living life in fulfillment. It brings to light the wisdom of the Absolute for the evolution of man at any time and in any place. It provides a technique whereby the life of the individual is naturally aligned with Cosmic Life
- [Maharishi Vedic Studies Interlaken 1974](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-vedic-studies-interlaken) - This 14-lesson course covers Maharishi's historic Vedic Studies course from Interlaken in 1974. It is led by Professor William Sands and starts on June 12 at 1:30 pm US-CT.
- [Bhagavad-Gita Chapter 7](https://www.miu.edu/bhagavad-gita-chapter-7/) - “The Bhagavad-Gītā presents the eternal knowledge of integrated life. It presents the wisdom of living life in fulfillment. It brings to light the wisdom of the Absolute for the evolution of man at any time and in any place. It provides a technique whereby the life of the individual is naturally aligned with Cosmic Life
- [Consciousness Advisors Course](https://www.miu.edu/consciousness-advisors-course) - Become a Consciousness Advisor and learn the techniques, tools, and processes which you can apply in your own life and use to support others on the path to expanding their experience of Consciousness!
- [Maharishi in NYC 1959](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-nyc-1959) - Maharishi gives a series of talks to the Spiritual Regeneration Movement in New York City in 1959. These high-quality, newly-digitized talks are now available from the Maharishi Global Archives at MIU.
- [Sustainable & Regenerative Living](https://www.miu.edu/academic-departments/sustainable-living-department) - MIU utilizes renewable energy, composts our dining hall waste, and we are committed to increasing campus sustainability.
- [Summer 2024 WPA Airport Transportation Information](https://www.miu.edu/summer-2024-wpa-transportation-information/) - Airport Transportation The MIU Transportation Office is available to pick you up at the Cedar Rapids and Des Moines airports and take you back after the course. See dates and times below. To sign up, please reserve your transportation on the first form and pay using the second form. Thank you! Please do not schedule
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- [MS in Aromatherapy & Ayurveda – First Year](https://www.miu.edu/schedule-of-classes/online-ms-in-aromatherapy) - The following is the projected schedule of the Online MS in Aromatherapy & Maharishi AyurVeda classes for the 2024-25 school year for the Fall 2024 entry and is subject to change. Fall 2025 [table id=417 responsive=scroll /] Spring 2026 [table id=418 responsive=scroll /] Find out more about the Online MS in Aromatherapy
- [Introduction to Maharishi AyurVeda 8-Lesson Course](https://www.miu.edu/introduction-to-mav-course) - “I am so enjoying this course. It’s full of wonderful tips and insights, even for those of us who know this knowledge very well, and is delightfully lead by Dr. Karin Pirc and hosted by Dr. Keith Wallace, who asks just the right probing and insightful questions to bring out her profound knowledge.” —PJ
- [Maharishi Jyotish Course, Part One](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-jyotish) - This exciting 12-lesson course offers a comprehensive introduction to Maharishi Jyotish – the timeless, Consciousness-Based system of prediction which can be used to identify and transform trends and tendencies in all areas of our life.
- [Maharishi Explores Vedic Cognition](https://www.miu.edu/1981-new-delhi) - We are pleased to announce this new course which consists of five very special videos by Maharishi from the 1981 World Assembly on Maharishi Vedic Science, New Delhi, India, as well as other rarely-seen videos in which Maharishi discusses the deep dynamics of creation and Vedic cognition. Course Dates: An online self-study course Course Leaders:
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- [Consciousness:  A New Paradigm](https://www.miu.edu/consciousness2021) - During this 14-lesson special master class with Dr. Tony Nader, we explore the questions: What is consciousness? How does it create our universe? And how can I change consciousness to create a better life and world? Dr. Nader will present the theory and practical applications of this new paradigm for human life that can make life work for everyone.
- [Consciousness:  A New Paradigm Course](https://www.miu.edu/consciousness-a-new-paradigm-course/) - During this 14-lesson special master class with Dr. Tony Nader, we explore the questions: What is consciousness? How does it create our universe? And how can I change consciousness to create a better life and world? Dr. Nader will present the theory and practical applications of this new paradigm for human life that can make life work for everyone.
- [TM Retreat Fall 2025](https://www.miu.edu/tm-retreat-fall-2025/) - Unfold your full potential, deepen your experience, and expand your understanding! Join us for our Fall 2025 National TM Retreat at Maharishi International University. This retreat will bring together dozens of TM practitioners from all over the country to meditate and learn more about Consciousness in the blissful atmosphere of Fairfield, Iowa—the TM capital of
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- [Additional Support](https://www.miu.edu/additional-support/) - TM APP Transcendental Meditation App on the Google Playstore. Transcendental Meditation App on the Apple Apps Store. Find Your Local TM Teacher Continuing Education Courses Yoga Asanas [pdf-embedder url="https://www.miu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Yoga-Classes-at-MIU.pdf" title="Yoga Classes at MIU"] Pranayama Pranayama, or comfortable breathing exercise, is an ancient technique that enhances vitality and promotes longevity by encouraging slow, deep, and mindful
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- [Maharishi on Brahman](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-on-brahman/) - We are pleased to announce this very special course, Maharishi on Brahman. During this 14-lesson course, we will draw upon many of Maharishi’s fascinating and exciting lectures on the topic of Brahman Consciousness. Course Dates: Online self-study course Course Leaders: Professor William Sands and Professor Keith Wallace Prerequisites: This is an advanced course for TM
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- [JV Hart](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/jv-hart) - J.V. was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and grew up in Ft. Worth Texas on Drive-In Movies and Saturday Matinees. His writing/producing credits include: Hook, directed by Steven Spielberg and based on an idea by Hart’s then 6-year-old son, Jake Bram Stoker’s Dracula, directed by Francis Ford Coppola Muppet Treasure Island, directed by Brian Henson Contact,
- [Lee Jessup](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/lee-jessup) - Over the past 20+ years, Lee Jessup has mentored established and emerging screenwriters in film, television and new media, while also consulting and instructing for major networks and studios. She is a career coach for screenwriters, with an exclusive focus on the screenwriter's professional development. Lee spent 6+ years as director of ScriptShark.com. During her
- [Martha Nochimson](https://www.miu.edu/david-lynch-graduate-school-of-cinematic-arts/mfa-in-screenwriting-2/gallery/martha-nochimson) - Martha P. Nochimson has taught at the Tisch School of the Arts at New York University, and developed and chaired a Film Studies program at Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, NY. She is the author of eight books, including The Passion Of David Lynch: Wild at Heart in Hollywood and David Lynch Swerves: Uncertainty From
- [Neal Marshall Stevens](https://www.miu.edu/dlmfa-faculty/neal-stevens) - A Graduate of NYU’s Graduate School of Film and Television, Neal Marshall Stevens has been a working professional for close to 30 years.
- [Adam Nadler](https://www.miu.edu/mfa-in-screenwriting/faculty/adam-nadler) - Adjunct Assistant Professor of Screenwriting, David Lynch Graduate School of Cinematic Arts, Maharishi University of Management
- [Alex Kustanovich](https://www.miu.edu/mfa-in-screenwriting/faculty/alex-kustasnnovich) - Adjunct Assistant Professor of Screenwriting, David Lynch Graduate School of Cinematic Arts, Maharishi University of Management
- [Aleksandra Szczepanowska](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/aleksandra-szczepanowska) - Aleksandra Szczepanowska is a Polish-born, NYC-based writer and director. As a multilingual (Polish, English, French, and Mandarin Chinese) political refugee from a closed military state, Szczepanowska is attracted to themes of isolation, dislocation, disconnection, the interaction of mixed heritages, and nonverbal forms of communication. She is attracted to thriller, mystery, monster, and sci-fi genres. Many
- [Josh Billig](https://www.miu.edu/david-lynch-graduate-school-of-cinematic-arts/faculty/josh-billig) - Josh Billig is an internationally produced playwright and screenwriter. His plays have been included as finalists for The O’Neill Playwrights Conference, WordBridge Playwrights Lab, The Princess Grace Fellowship, The Smith Playwriting Prize, and his play Outside Sitka was the recipient of the Tennessee Williams Festival Playwriting Award. His musical Radio 930 will begin its pre-Broadway
- [John Kloepfer](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/john-kloepfer) - John Kloepfer is an LA-based author, editor and screenwriter. He grew up in Buffalo, NY, where he attended the Nichols School before graduating from Deerfield Academy in western Massachusetts. He studied literature and film at Amherst College, graduated cum laude from University at Buffalo’s Media Studies department and recently earned his MFA in Screenwriting from
- [Joanna Plafsky](https://www.miu.edu/dlmfa-team/joanna-plafsky) - Joanna Plafsky is an international film producer, film distributor, and philanthropist. Her passion is supporting filmmaking that uplifts the human spirit and makes the world a better place to live.
- [Matthew Kalil](https://www.miu.edu/david-lynch-graduate-school-of-cinematic-arts/faculty/matthew-kalil) - Originally from South Africa, he earned his MA in Screenwriting from the Northern Film School in Leeds (United Kingdom), and he has been teaching and mentoring students for over 20 years. Matthew has lectured at institutions worldwide, such as the University of Cape Town, AFDA Film School, NYU Tisch School of The Arts, and York
- [Naturally Trim: The Maharishi Ayurveda Approach to Natural Weight Management](https://www.miu.edu/naturally-trim) - 6-Lesson Online Course Course Leaders: Robert Schneider, MD, Robert Keith Wallace, PhD, Paul J. Morehead, PhD Prerequisites: None. Course fee: $19 Time for completion: 5 hours 25 minutes Sign Up Now Already signed up? Click here Course Description Based on Maharishi AyurVeda, the world’s oldest system of natural medicine, the Naturally Trim approach to weight loss
- [Obtaining Your Visa](https://www.miu.edu/international-admissions/obtaining-your-visa) - If you are accepted to MIU, you will receive your acceptance letter and documents for your F-1 student visa application (Form I-20 | Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status). You can attend a visa interview starting 120 days before your chosen entry. We recommend you to complete your admissions as early as possible to
- [Winter 2024-25 MIU International World Peace Assembly](https://www.miu.edu/winter-2025-wpa) - Join us for a long, deep inner dive and exploration of pure consciousness. And help create complete peace and harmony for the world. Course dates and times: December 29, 2024 – January 13, 2025 Course leaders: Dr. John Hagelin, President Emeritus of MIU; Dr. Craig Pearson, Vice President of Development of Consciousness; and MIU Faculty.
- [Winter 2025 WPA Dining Information](https://www.miu.edu/winter-2025-wpa-dining-information) - Purchase Meals Annapurna meals are buffet style, made fresh daily, vegetarian and all organic. Meals include entrees, salad bar (lunches only), drinks, and desserts. View the menu. Meal Plans (from dinner, December 29, 2024 – lunch, January 13, 2025): Please note that single meal passes won’t be available at Annapurna Dining Hall. For single meals
- [Katrina O'Gilvie](https://www.miu.edu/faculty/katrina-ogilvie) - Katrina O'Gilvie grew up between New York City and the South of Spain, where her father produced live Jazz concerts, and her mother was a singer. She fell in love with the film industry at an early age and followed that passion to film school at The New School University in NYC. Seeking the warmer
- [Joel Thompson](https://www.miu.edu/mfa-in-screenwriting/faculty/joel-thompson) - Joel Anderson Thompson is a writer-producer for television. Between projects, he gives writing seminars on a part-time basis with USC and UCLA-Extension, among other institutions. Raised in Chicago with doctors in his family, Joel left medical school to receive an MFA in writing for film, theater, and television at New York University. On the path
- [Arts for Enlightenment Course 2](https://www.miu.edu/arts-for-enlightenment-course-2/) - Arts for Enlightenment Course 2.0: Maharishi's Consciousness-Based Approach to Creativity and the Arts 12-Lesson Course, Starts Thursday, August 8 at 1:30 pm US-CT with Dr. Anthony Miles.
- [Webinar Series Replays](https://www.miu.edu/admissions/webinar-replays) - Watch recording (50 min.) Description Join us for an engaging live webinar to learn how MIU’s Consciousness-Based Education, including the daily practice of the Transcendental Meditation technique, fosters inner growth, clarity, and balance, supporting students to achieve their personal, educational and professional goals with confidence and purpose. You'll hear from a panel of MIU students
- [Winter 2025 WPA Housing Information](https://www.miu.edu/winter-2025-wpa-housing-information/) - Housing: On-Campus MIU Guest & Conference Center We have lots of rooms available for this WPA, December 29 - January 13. All of our rooms have a queen size bed and a private bathroom and are $100/night. All accommodation requests for WPA course participants who would like to stay at the Guest and Conference Center
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- [Steps to Apply for Financial Aid for USA students](https://www.miu.edu/program-cost-calculator/steps-to-apply-for-financial-aid-for-usa-students) - File the FAFSA. Get an estimate of your potential financial aid eligibility. Complete all the requirements for admission. Get your acceptance and award letter. Apply for loans.
- [Summer 2024 MIU International World Peace Assembly](https://www.miu.edu/summer-2024-wpa) - Dr. Tony Nader will be joining July 29 - August 2. And advanced techniques will be offered at half of the normal price during the course! Come and help create a global wave of peace and harmony – especially important just three months before the US national elections. Course dates and times: July 20 –
- [Meet President Tony Nader MD, PhD](https://www.miu.edu/meet-president-tony-nader-md-phd/) - October 16, 2024, marked the start of a new era for Maharishi International University as Tony Nader MD, PhD, was welcomed as the sixth president of MIU. Dr. Nader, who officially assumed the presidency last week, gave inspiring remarks that celebrated the achievements of President Emeritus John Hagelin and presented a vision for the future.
- [Executive Governor Training Course](https://www.miu.edu/executive-governor-training) - Become a Consciousness Advisor and learn the techniques, tools, and processes which you can apply in your own life and use to support others on the path to expanding their experience of Consciousness
- [First Semester for Undergraduates](https://www.miu.edu/accepted-students/first-semester) - A glimpse of what the first semester will look like for new undergraduates at MIU. All courses are one course at a time, each approximately one month.
- [Maharishi Ayurveda Herbs](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-ayurveda-herbs/) - This 12-lesson course on Maharishi Ayurveda medicinal herbs is an introductory exploration focusing on the most highly recommended herbs for improving/maintaining the health of each major system of the body.
- [TM Retreat Fall 2024](https://www.miu.edu/tm-retreat-fall-2024/) - Unfold your full potential, deepen your experience, and expand your understanding! Join us for our Fall 2024 National TM Retreat at Maharishi International University. This retreat will bring together dozens of TM practitioners from all over the country to meditate and learn more about Consciousness in the blissful atmosphere of Fairfield, Iowa—the TM capital of
- [Summer 2024 WPA Dining Information](https://www.miu.edu/summer-2024-wpa-dining-information/) - Dining Information for On-Campus and Off-Campus for the North American 2000 course for World Peace, December 29, 2023 - January 13, 2024 at Maharishi International University, Fairfield, Iowa
- [Brahma Sutras in the Light of Maharishi's Total Knowledge](https://www.miu.edu/brahma-sutras-2021) - This unique 12-lesson course comprises: historic footage of Maharishi on the Brahma Sutras, insights and stories from Dr. Katz, exposition of Maharishi’s favorite sutras, and more.
- [Beyond Immunity Webinar](https://www.miu.edu/beyond-immunity-webinar) - A visionary group of medical doctors, scientists, and teachers explores profound approaches to enhance your immunity and transform your health.
- [ChangeMakers Event - How to Manifest Your Great Ideas](https://www.miu.edu/changemakers2019) - How to Manifest Your Great Ideas. Becoming a Transformative Entrepreneur: Learn From the Best
- [ChangeMakers Event - 2019](https://www.miu.edu/changemakers-event-2019) - The April 6–7 ChangeMakers conference will feature a number of prominent speakers, including filmmaker David Lynch, founder of the David Lynch Foundation, who will speak via Skype, and Laura Dawn, former national creative director for MoveOn.org.
- [ChangeMakers Event - 2018](https://www.miu.edu/changemakers-event-2018) - The April 6–7 ChangeMakers conference will feature a number of prominent speakers, including filmmaker David Lynch, founder of the David Lynch Foundation, who will speak via Skype, and Laura Dawn, former national creative director for MoveOn.org.
- [Adventure-Based Community Building for New On-campus Undergrad Students](https://www.miu.edu/basecamp) - Base camp is an immersive program designed to help you create meaningful connections with your peers and build a strong foundation for your college experience.
- [North American 2,000 Course for World Peace](https://www.miu.edu/2000-course-for-world-peace) - Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the historic Taste of Utopia Assembly and help create a global wave of peace and harmony. December 29, 2023 – January 13, 2024
- [Transportation to MIU](https://www.miu.edu/transportation-to-miu) - An informative guide including information on driving, trains, airports and bus transportation to Maharishi University of Management in Fairfield, Iowa.
- [Summer 2024 WPA Housing Information](https://www.miu.edu/summer-2024-wpa-housing-information/) - Housing Information for On-Campus and Off-Campus for the North American 2000 course for World Peace, December 29, 2023 - January 13, 2024 at Maharishi International University, Fairfield, Iowa
- [CBA Webinars](https://www.miu.edu/cba/webinars) - In these monthly conversations, we speak with some of the leading figures in creating a healthy, thriving, and socially just business world. We learn about their work, and we ask them: What needs to change, at the deepest level, to bring about the transformations we need? Previous Speakers Harish Bhatt, Technology Expert Frontiers in Data:
- [Single Rooms Are Standard](https://www.miu.edu/single-rooms-are-standard) - MIU is a Yellow Ribbon, Post-9/11 GI Bill university. We accept all GI Bill and Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) benefits.
- [Webinar Series: Life changer - Self-care secrets to naturally transform your health in one month](https://www.miu.edu/lifechanger) - Session 1: Why your gut health is vital — and how to easily improve it Session 3: Probiotics, prebiotics and more — creating optimal health from the inside out Dr. Robert Keith Wallace earned his PhD from UCLA, is a Harvard researcher and widely published in peer-reviewed journals. He is Chair of the MIU Department
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- [Home TEST OPTIMIZE](https://www.miu.edu/home-test-optimize) - MIU is the home of Consciousness-Based education. We are an accredited non-profit university with on-campus and online degree programs.
- [Welcome international students](https://www.miu.edu/landing-pages/welcome-international-students/)
- [Total Knowledge and the Upanishads](https://www.miu.edu/upanishads) - Based on the framework of Maharishi’s Total Knowledge, Dr. Vernon Katz and Dr. Tom Egenes bring out fascinating insights into the wisdom of the Upanishads.
- [Total Knowledge and the Twelve Themes of the Curriculum Overview](https://www.miu.edu/totalknowledge2) - This course offers remarkable insights from Maharishi while drafting the 12 areas of the basic Total Knowledge chart, highlighting engineering and religion.
- [Intermediate Sanskrit Ganapati](https://www.miu.edu/intermediate-sanskrit-ganapati/) - This webpage has been moved tohttps://miu.edu/intermediate-sanskrit-ganesha
- [2000 Course COVID General Information](https://www.miu.edu/overview-2/2000-course-covid-general-information/) - Covid Safety at MIU We do not know what the state of COVID will be during the course in Fairfield. We will monitor COVID in the US and Iowa and post changes on the course website. As always, the CDC website is the ultimate source for COVID information in the US. Here are some options
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- [Introduction to Aromatherapy and Essential Oils](https://www.miu.edu/introduction-to-aromatherapy/) - Aromatherapy is a discipline rooted in modern science and ancient traditions, including Maharishi AyurVeda. In this 12-lesson course, we will delve deep into the therapeutic properties of essential oils and their applications and understand how aromas can influence the body and mind.
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- [Maharishi’s First Years of Teaching: 1954 -1964](https://www.miu.edu/archives-course-1) - This 11-lesson, self-paced course chronicles Maharishi’s journeys from 1954 to 1964 as he emerges from India and travels around the world teaching the TM technique to thousands of people.
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- [The (R)evolution Series](https://www.miu.edu/revolution-series) - In these symposiums and conversations, we speak with some of the leading figures in creating a healthy, safe, thriving, and socially just world. Join our webinar mailing list MIU Symposiums on Global Organic Agriculture The purpose of these monthly symposiums is to provide scientist, teachers, researchers and industrial professionals in the field of organic agriculture
- [Grow From Within](https://www.miu.edu/grow-from-within)
- [Low-Cost Organic Agriculture and Introduction to Vedic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/organic-agriculture) - Learn about low-cost organic gardening and farming using modern techniques and the ancient principles of Vedic Agriculture.
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- [Conciencia: Un Nuevo Paradigma](https://www.miu.edu/conciencia2021) - Durante esta clase magistral especial en vivo de una semana con el Dr. Tony Nader, exploramos las preguntas: ¿Qué es la conciencia? ¿Cómo crea nuestro universo? ¿Y cómo puedo cambiar la conciencia para crear una vida y un mundo mejores? El Dr. Nader presentará la teoría y las aplicaciones prácticas de este nuevo paradigma para la vida humana que puede hacer que la vida funcione para todos.
- [Ayurvedic Cooking for Perfect Health Course](https://www.miu.edu/ayurvedic-cooking-for-perfect-health-course/) - Featured chefs create over 35 dishes as they explore how to improve and maintain good health by cooking and eating delicious vegetarian Ayurvedic meals.
- [Ayurvedic Cooking for Vata Dosha Course](https://www.miu.edu/ayurvedic-cooking-for-vata-dosha-course/) - Fun cooking show with over four hours of videos and a 60-page downloadable cookbook. The lessons include cooking demonstrations as well as interviews and discussions with Ayurvedic experts.
- [Ayurvedic Cooking for Pitta Dosha Course](https://www.miu.edu/ayurvedic-cooking-for-pitta-dosha-course/) - Fun cooking show with over five hours of videos and a 32-page downloadable PDF with course materials and recipes. The lessons include cooking demonstrations as well as interviews and discussions with Ayurvedic experts.
- [Ayurvedic Cooking for Kapha Dosha Course](https://www.miu.edu/ayurvedic-cooking-for-kapha-dosha-course/) - Fun cooking show with over four hours of videos and a 63-page downloadable PDF with course materials and recipes. Lessons include cooking demonstrations as well as interviews and discussions with Ayurvedic experts.
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- [Ayurvedic Cooking for Kapha Dosha](https://www.miu.edu/cooking-for-kapha) - Fun cooking show with over four hours of videos and a 63-page downloadable PDF with course materials and recipes. Lessons include cooking demonstrations as well as interviews and discussions with Ayurvedic experts.
- [Maharishi Reveals Brahmavidya](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-on-brahmavidya/) - This is the sixth course of this Maharishi's Total Knowledge 2.0 series with Dr. Peter Warburton which is a behind-the-scenes look at Maharishi's development of the Total Knowledge charts and curriculum in 2006 and 2007.
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- [IAA Pioneers Special Course](https://www.miu.edu/iaa-pioneers-special-course) - Come and enjoy this special weekend of profound knowledge: November 3 - 5, 2023 with Dr. Bevan Morris and Dr. Doug Birx, for Invincible America Assembly pioneers past and present.
- [Vedic Calendar in the Light of Maharishi's Total Knowledge](https://www.miu.edu/vedic-calendar) - With Dr. Peter Warburton. Special Seasonal Course Starts on Tuesday, October 12, through Saturday, November 20, 2021 2:00 -3:30 CDT Live via Zoom. Sessions will be recorded and available for one year.
- [Dynamic Silence in the Total Knowledge Charts](https://www.miu.edu/maharishis-vision-of-total-knowledge) - The Total Knowledge charts and curriculum take final shape in 2007 under Maharishi's guidance. Under the guidance of Dr Peter Warburton, these courses trace the development of the Total Knowledge curriculum through fascinating recordings of sessions with Maharishi as he unfolds the charts and curriculum in ever greater detail.
- [Maharishi on Soma WPA](https://www.miu.edu/maharishi-on-soma-wpa/) - Come and enjoy this special weekend of revitalizing rest, deep experience, and profound knowledge: September 1 - 4, 2023. Seven-Lesson Course and World Peace Assembly Live in Dalby Hall with Dr. Bevan Morris
- [Emergence of the Veda](https://www.miu.edu/overview-2/emergence-of-the-veda/) - With Dr. Peter Warburton. This new 12-lesson course starts January 17. Meets Tuesdays and Saturdays 1:30-3:00 pm US Central Time. Live via Zoom. This course offers a new level of exposition of Total Knowledge, based on profound discussions between Maharishi and Dr. Peter Warburton.
- [Maharishi's Total Knowledge 2.0](https://www.miu.edu/advanced-total-knowledge/) - Taught by Dr. Peter Warburton. 12-Lesson Course Starts Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at 1:30 US Central Time. This upcoming course offers a new level of exposition of Total Knowledge, based on profound discussions between Maharishi and Dr Peter Warburton, which we will listen to for the first time during this course.
- [Consciousness: A New Paradigm Course](https://www.miu.edu/consciousness-cas) - Special 14-Lesson Master Class by Dr. Tony Nader with Live Discussions via Zoom led by Professor Evan Finkelstein, on Saturdays, 1-2:30 CDT, May 13 - July 1, 2023. Dr. Nader addresses the basic questions of life: How can I be happier? What is my purpose in life? How can I achieve my fullest potential? How can I help make the world a better place? And more.
- [Total Knowledge Course Week One](https://www.miu.edu/totalknowledge) - In this popular course, Dr. Peter Warburton presents the dynamics of the field of Atma—the Self of everyone—using Total Knowledge charts developed by Maharishi.
- [Financial Aid Overview](https://www.miu.edu/financial-aid) - More than 90% of the university’s students receive extensive financial aid. Eligible U.S. undergraduate students typically receive federal grants and loans and university scholarship support.
- [Economic Sustainability by John E. Ikerd, PhD](https://www.miu.edu/economic-sustainability) - This course challenges the economic thinking behind our current unsustainable global economy and provides a new paradigm for creating a sustainable economy.
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- [Transformation to an Ideal World through Maharishi's Total Knowledge](https://www.miu.edu/transformation-to-an-ideal-world) - Course Description The first of these two basic Total Knowledge charts reveals intellectually that the “Field of Total Knowledge” at the center of the chart is at the basis of all streams of knowledge and action. The second chart is a map of direct experience. It shows that once the “Field of Total Knowledge” is
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- [Upanishads in the Light of Maharishi's Total Knowledge, Part One](https://www.miu.edu/upanishads-2021) - This unique 12-lesson course comprises: Historic footage of Maharishi on the Upanishads, Insights and stories from Dr. Vernon Katz, Maharishi’s favorite verses from the Upanishads, and more.
- [Forty Aspects of Veda and Vedic Literature in the Light of Maharishi's Total Knowledge](https://www.miu.edu/forty-aspects) - With Peter Warburton, PhD. Review: "This course, and all the other Total Knowledge courses, are a MUST!" —MW This is a 14-Lesson self-study course consisting of 20 hours of video.
- [Tom Newmark Commencement Speech](https://www.miu.edu/tom-newmark-commencement-speech) - Tom Newmark, entrepreneur, climate-change activist, and Founder and Chair of The Carbon Underground, gave the commencement address at the MIU graduation ceremony on June 20, 2020.
- [Tim Ryan Commencement Speech](https://www.miu.edu/tim-ryan-commencement-speech) - US Congressman Tim Ryan Congressman Tim Ryan is known as a dynamic, progressive leader in the US House of Representatives. He is considered a champion of efforts to make college more affordable, revitalize America’s cities, and improve the health and well-being of American families and children. He is the author of Healing America: How a
- [Past Events at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/typical-miu-events) - Wondering what there is to do on campus? Our Student Activities team and creative student body come up with a wide variety of events year-round at MIU. Whether slam poetry, sports events, art exhibits, or concerts are your thing, you’ll find plenty of on-campus activities to captivate you. Take a look at some of our
- [RequestinfoRoa](https://www.miu.edu/requestinfo-roa/)
- [Upanishads in the Light of Maharishi's Total Knowledge, Part Two](https://www.miu.edu/upanishads-2021-2) - With Peter Warburton, PhD. Twelve 90-minute lessons exploring Maharishi's Total Knowledge contained in the Upanishads. Now available as a self-study Continuing Education course. "Amazing course! " —DF
- [Total Heart Health: The Maharishi Ayurveda Approach to Improve Heart Health](https://www.miu.edu/total-heart-health) - Course fee: $49 REGISTER Course Description Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease and Associated Risk Factors the Simple and Natural Way Learn techniques for balancing blood pressure, establishing good cholesterol, balancing weight and reducing stress for maintaining healthy arteries. Heart disease is the #1 threat to your health today. It kills more people than the next
- [Consciousness, Food, Physiology, and the Environment](https://www.miu.edu/mvoa) - This course gives understanding and experience of the dynamic, interactive relationship between our own consciousness, thoughts, and perceptions, and the consciousness and lively intelligence of our environment.
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- [Take an Inspiring MIU Course Online — Free or Special Low Fees while Sheltering in Place](https://www.miu.edu/special-courses) - Gain practical knowledge for healthy living in a FREE Introduction to Maharishi AyurVeda® with experts Kirin Pirc, M.D., Ph.D., and Robert Keith Wallace, Ph.D. Learn about higher states of consciousness in classic talks by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Explore the history of Maharishi’s first years of teaching from 1954–1964, in a journey around the world Introduction
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- [On-Campus Housing Application](https://www.miu.edu/accepted-students/housing-application) - New and returning students can apply for on-campus housing
- [Stuart Tanner](https://www.miu.edu/cinematic-arts-and-new-media/faculty/stuart-tanner) - Professor Tanner is an acclaimed producer and director of documentary films for the BBC, National Geographic, the Discovery Channel, and others.
- [Federal Student Loan Borrower Disclosure](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/financial-aid-information/federal-student-loan-borrower-disclosure) - Borrower Disclosure Your financial aid award letter displays the maximum amount of federal and state grants you are eligible for, before listing your federal student loan eligibility. Available institutional scholarship, based on financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), is also packaged before federal student loans. The first loan
- [Loans: Entrance Interview: Stafford and Graduate PLUS](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/financial-aid-information/loans-entrance-interview-stafford-and-graduate-plus) - The following information about Federal Stafford and Graduate PLUS loans is reviewed with groups of students upon initial arrival at the University. Loan Eligibility takes into account your total financial aid package, as itemized on your financial aid award letter. Master Promissory Note (MPN): The amount of the loan is not listed on the MPN
- [Improving Academic Programs](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/academic-information/improving-academic-programs) - Improving Academic Programs During each course, Mid-course and End-of-Course Feedback forms are given to students and reviewed by the course instructor. At the conclusion of each course, the instructor prepares a Closing-the-Loop report that documents the strengths and concerns of the course and makes recommendations for future changes. This report is consulted before the course
- [shuttle test](https://www.miu.edu/shuttle-test)
- [success page link test](https://www.miu.edu/success-page-link-test)
- [Loans, Federal: Perkins Cancellation Benefits](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/financial-aid-information/loans-federal-perkins-cancellation-benefits) - CANCELLATIONS — Upon making a properly documented written request to the School, I am entitled to have up to 100 percent of the original principal loan amount of this loan canceled if I perform qualifying service in the areas listed in paragraphs A through K below. Other cancellation percentages apply if I perform qualifying service
- [Loans, Federal: Borrower Disclosure](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/financial-aid-information/loans-federal-borrower-disclosure) - Your financial aid award letter displays the maximum amount of federal and state grants you are eligible for, before listing your federal student loan eligibility. Available institutional scholarship funding, based on financial need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), is also packaged before federal student loans. The first loan to
- [Federal Loans Perkins Summary](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/financial-aid-information/federal-loans-perkins-summary) - [pdf-embedder url="/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/disclosures_perkins49755.pdf"]
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- [Transfer Credit Policy](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/academic-information/transfer-credit-policy) - Undergraduate degree students can apply transfer credits to cover general education requirements, and electives, and up to half the course work in the major, for a maximum of 90 total credits.
- [Academic Honor Code](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/academic-information/academic-honor-code) - Personal integrity, honesty, and honor are essential qualities of an ideal student and a developing leader. The University has established an Academic Honor Code that sets forth the standards of academic honesty and personal integrity expected of all students. Academic Honor Code Guidelines The purpose of observing the traditional standards of academic honesty is to
- [Voter Registration](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/academic-information/voter-registration) - Iowa allows voter registration at the polling places on the day of a federal election. This exempts Maharishi International University from distribution of voter registration forms as per the National Voter Registration Act.
- [Computer and Network Usage Policy](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/academic-information/computer-and-network-usage-policy) - Computer and Network Usage Policy The use of Maharishi International University IT resources and campus network is primarily for university Academic, Research, and Administrative activities. All other uses are secondary. Users of the network and computer resources have a responsibility to properly use and protect those information resources and to respect the rights of others.
- [High School Equivalency Test](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/academic-information/high-school-equivalency-test) - The ​State of Iowa recognizes a successful result of the HiSET test as equivalent to a high school diploma, in the same way that some other states recognize the GED or the TASC test. Students in SE Iowa may take the HiSET test at an Indian Hills Community College Testing Center.
- [Annual Security and Fire Report](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/academic-information/security-report)
- [Biennial Alcohol and Drug Review](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/academic-information/biennial-alcohol-and-drug-report) - [pdf-embedder url="/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Biennial-Alcohol-and-Drug-Review-2018.pdf" title="Biennial Alcohol and Drug Review 2018"]
- [Standards of Academic Progress](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/academic-information/standards-of-academic-progress) - [pdf-embedder url="/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Academic-Progress.pdf"]
- [Federal Loans Perkins Cancellation Benefits](https://www.miu.edu/consumer-information/financial-aid-information/federal-loans-perkins-cancellation-benefits) - Federal Perkins Loans: Cancellation Benefits CANCELLATIONS — Upon making a properly documented written request to the School, I am entitled to have up to 100 percent of the original principal loan amount of this loan canceled if I perform qualifying service in the areas listed in paragraphs A through K below. Other cancellation percentages apply
- [Medical History Form](https://www.miu.edu/accepted-students/print-and-submit-medical-form) - All of the information given to the Integrative Wellness Center is confidential and will not be released to any other department without your knowledge and consent.
- [David Lynch](https://www.miu.edu/dlmfa-team/david-lynch) - David Lynch is Founder of the David Lynch Graduate School of Cinematic Arts at Maharishi University
- [Faculty Achievements](https://www.miu.edu/faculty-achievements) - John Hagelin receives Doshi Family Bridgebuilder Award; Scott Herriott breaks new ground in sustainable business education; Fred Travis maps transcendence in the brain

## Testimonials

- [Anne and Basil's experience](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/additional-experience-from-india-course/) - Our Rotating University tour of India was a magical adventure and we were in a bubble of bliss the whole trip. To visit Maharishi's Vedic India, to stand in the library in Trivandrum where the Movement began, to visit the sites described in the Ramayana, to dip in the holy rivers, to enter sacred temples
- [Linda Brooks' experience](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/experience-from-india-course/) - This was the trip of a lifetime for me. It perfectly combined deep knowledge and experience of Maharishi's TM and TM-Sidhi program with an amazing tour through India. Not only did we get to see much of the country, but we were touring Maharishi's Vedic India, so we visited so many wonderful places associated with Maharishi's
- [Katie Kelafant's experience](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/katie-kelafants-experience/) - This was, without a doubt, the trip of a lifetime! India is an enormous country with lots of diversity, and it is hard to do it justice in one visit... but this trip was so thorough that I feel like I truly got to see the many facets of this beautiful nation. Spotting tigers in
- [Shraron Penko's experience](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/shraron-penkos-experience/) - My trip to India during MIU’s rotating university changed my life for the better. During this trip, we saw so much of India, and I thoroughly enjoyed each and every moment. It was a profound experience of the coexistence of silence and dynamism, and of unity. I have never felt more connected to my fellow
- [Owen Blake's experience](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/owen-blakes-experience/) - MIU's rotating University trip to India was a delightful experience of coming home. India is a land of a vibrant colors, religions, cultures, spices, and cows, but through it all there was an underlying familiarity and a sense of being at home with wherever we visited. Traveling in India should never be underestimated, and the amount of
- [Annick Arjol](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/annick-arjol/) - Director of the Student Success Center Dreier Building #111 Office Hours 10am-4pm Monday thru Friday 641-472-7000 ext. 1384 aarjol@mum.edu
- [Visitor's Comment](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/visitors-comment/) - As soon as I stepped onto the campus, I felt I had come home. The faculty, students, and staff were friendly and wonderful. - Sankari Wegman
- [Visitor's Comment](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/visitors-comment-3/) - I was struck by the happiness of students and the loving, open atmosphere. People laugh here. People hug here. The professors are open and welcoming when approached.
- [Visitors Weekend Comment](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/visitors-weekend-comment/) - “Hi everyone, I just recently returned home from a visitors weekend there and just wanted to say that I was absolutely blown away with how it went. Honestly, I didn’t know what to expect but it was so much more than I could have ever imagined; the students and faculty were amazing, everyone greeting each
- [Paul Klee](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/paul-klee/) - It is the artist’s mission to penetrate as far as may be toward that sacred truth where primal law feeds growth. Which artist would not wish to dwell at the central organ of all motion in space-time . . . from which all functions derive their life? It is the womb of nature. In the
- [Oskar Kokoshka](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/oskar-kokoshka/) - The life of consciousness is boundless . . . therefore we must harken closely to our inner voice . . . the core within . . . the magical principle of living. All that is required of us is to release control. Some part of ourselves will bring us into the unison. . . .
- [Krystle Liggins](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/krystle-liggins/) - As an undergraduate at a different university, I was often under pressure, stressed out and unhappy. Finding MIU and Maharishi Vedic Science was one of the best things that happened to me. I learned the importance of a healthy routine and have almost forgotten what it feels like to be stressed out. I now see
- [Fred Travis](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/fred-travis/)
- [Anne Dow, Math Chair](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/anne-dow-math-chair/) - Anne Dow, Ph.D., Chairperson,Associate Professor of Mathematics, adow@mum.edu, 641-472-7000 ext. 3431
- [Vicki Herriott](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/vicki-herriott/) - Vicki Herriott, J.D., LL.M., Associate Professor of Law and Government and Co-chair of the Department
- [MUM ART ON FACEBOOK](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/mum-art-on-facebook/) - Go Social...
- [Genevra Bell](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/genevra-bell/) - art@mum.edu | (641)-472-9398
- [Gyan Shrosbree](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/gyan-shrosbree/) - B.F.A. Program Director | Office: Arts Center | Office Hours: By appointment | gyan.shrosbree@gmail.com | 641-472-7000 x5035
- [Dale Divoky](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/dale-divoky/) - Dale Divoky, B.A. Program DirectorEmail: ddivoky@mum.eduPhone: 641-472-7000 ex. 4114
- [Steve Langerud](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/steve-langerud/) - In Consciousness-Based Education, students look into themselves and come to understand what they value. They learn which skills they like to use, what kinds of people they want to be around, and what environments energize them.
- [Jennie Rothenberg Gritz](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/jennie-rothenberg-gritz-2/) - I credit MIU for training my mind to look beneath the surface of things, a skill that helps me every day in my career and keeps my inner life rich and rewarding.
- [Mikaila Maidment](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/mikaila-maidment/) - I felt nurtured at MIU. The students were cared for, like seeds cultivated and allowed to grow. We had critiques, of course, and guidance, but I never felt ripped down or less-than.
- [Annie Blecher](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/annie-blecher/) - Going to MIU gave me the courage to go out into the world and work as a social entrepreneur. I’m doing business in ways that uplift society and change inequalities.
- [](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/7396/) - As an undergraduate at a different university, I was often under pressure, stressed out and unhappy. Finding MIU was one of the best things that happened to me. I learned the importance of a healthy routine and have almost forgotten what it feels like to be stressed out. I now see that life is blissful, even though my
- [Contact the SL Department](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/sl-program-directors/) - Lonnie Gamble lonniegamble@yahoo.com 641-472-7000 ext. 2291 Travis Cox tcox@mum.edu 641-472-7000 ext. 3306 Department Chair David Fisher dfisher@mum.edu 641-472-7000 ext. 2139
- [Visitor's Comment](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/visitors-comment-2/) - Visitor’s comment: “MIU seems to have what most U.S. universities lack. The peaceful atmosphere and connection between students & faculty as equals makes it very unique.” — Amanda Fowler, Springfield, MO
- [Black Elk](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/black-elk-2/) - The first peace, which is most important, is that which comes from within the souls of people when they realize their relationship, their oneness with the universe and all its powers, and when they realize that at the center of the universe dwells the great spirit, and that this center is really everywhere — it
- [Helen Keller](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/helen-keller-2/) - What I am looking for is not out there, it is in me.
- [Testimonials](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/testimonials/) - All that lies before us and all that lies behind us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." — Ralph Waldo Emerson, American writer, philosopher, and poet, 1803-1882" What I am looking for is not out there, it is in me.”— Helen Keller, American author and speaker, 1880–1968" There is a light that shines beyond
- [Black Elk](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/black-elk/) - The first peace, which is most important, is that which comes from within the souls of people when they realize their relationship, their oneness with the universe and all its powers, and when they realize that at the center of the universe dwells the great spirit, and that this center is really everywhere — it
- [Hermetic writings](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/hermetic-writings/) - Call yourself back then to yourself, O soul, and seek in yourself all that you ought to get knowledge of.”— Hermetic writings, Egypt circa 2nd century AD
- [Upanishads](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/upanishads/) - There is a light that shines beyond the world, beyond everything, beyond all, beyond the highest heaven. This is the light that shines within your heart.”— Upanishads, ancient Vedic texts
- [Helen Keller](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/helen-keller/) - What I am looking for is not out there, it is in me.”— Helen Keller,American author and speaker, 1880–1968
- [Ralph Waldo Emerson](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/ralph-waldo-emerson/) - All that lies before us and all that lies behind us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." — Ralph Waldo Emerson, American writer, philosopher, and poet, 1803-1882
- [Full Name Here](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/full-name-here-2/) - As an undergraduate at a different university, I was often under pressure, stressed out and unhappy. Finding MIU was one of the best things that happened to me.
- [Full Name Here](https://www.miu.edu/testimonials/full-name-here/) - As an undergraduate at a different university, I was often under pressure, stressed out and unhappy. Finding MIU was one of the best things that happened to me.

## Call-outs

- [Now accepting applications](https://www.miu.edu/call-outs/now-accepting-applications/)
- [About Our Founder](https://www.miu.edu/call-outs/about-our-founder-large/)
- [About Our Founder](https://www.miu.edu/call-outs/about-our-founder/)
- [Visit Our Campus](https://www.miu.edu/call-outs/visit-our-campus/)

## Videos

- [Rocksteppy - The Movie](https://www.miu.edu/videos/rocksteppy-the-movie/)
- [Economic Sustainability Course Overview](https://www.miu.edu/videos/economic-sustainability-course-overview/)
- [Behind the Scenes, Part 1](https://www.miu.edu/videos/behind-the-scenes-part-1/)
- [Behind the Scenes, Part 2](https://www.miu.edu/videos/behind-the-scenes-part-2/)
- [Behind the Scenes, Part 3](https://www.miu.edu/videos/behind-the-scenes-part-3/)
- [Behind the Scenes, Part 4](https://www.miu.edu/videos/behind-the-scenes-part-4/)
- [Behind the Scenes, Part 5](https://www.miu.edu/videos/behind-the-scenes-part-5/)
- [Behind the Scenes, Part 6](https://www.miu.edu/videos/behind-the-scenes-part-6/)
- [MUM Student Yanjie Liu Talks About the MUM ESL in Chinese](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-student-yanjie-liu-talks-about-the-mum-esl-in-chinese-subtitled-and-english/)
- [MUM Student Simin Sabet Talks About the MUM ESL in Farsi](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-student-simin-sabet-talks-about-the-mum-esl-in-farsi/)
- [MUM Student John He Talks About the MUM ESL in Chinese](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-student-john-he-talks-about-the-mum-esl-in-chinese/)
- [MUM Student Akane Yamanaka Talks About the MUM ESL in Japanese](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-student-akane-yamanaka-talks-about-the-mum-esl-in-japanese/)
- [Evan Finkelstein, PhD](https://www.miu.edu/videos/evan-finkelstein-phd-maharishi-vedic-science-faculty-2/)
- [Evan Finkelstein, PhD](https://www.miu.edu/videos/evan-finkelstein-phd-maharishi-vedic-science-faculty/)
- [Visitors Weekends at Maharishi University of Management](https://www.miu.edu/videos/visitors-weekends-at-maharishi-university-of-management/)
- [MUM Campus Tour](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-campus-tour/)
- [Estate Planning Seminar](https://www.miu.edu/videos/estate-planning-seminar/)
- [MS in Maharishi Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine – Online](https://www.miu.edu/videos/ms-in-maharishi-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine-online/)
- [Lilith's Awakening Official Trailer](https://www.miu.edu/videos/liliths-awakening-official-trailer/)
- [Dream Logic](https://www.miu.edu/videos/dream-logic/)
- [Undocumented Freedom](https://www.miu.edu/videos/undocumented-freedom/)
- [The Parasite](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-parasite/)
- [The Heartland](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-heartland/)
- [Kennedy Hill](https://www.miu.edu/videos/kennedy-hill/)
- [The Land of Nothing](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-land-of-nothing/)
- [Help Me Out Here Jack](https://www.miu.edu/videos/help-me-out-here-jack/)
- [William Sands, PhD -- Dean, College of Maharishi Vedic Science](https://www.miu.edu/videos/william-sands-ph-d-dean-college-of-maharishi-vedic-science/)
- [Amine Kouider reflects on his film career and why he chose to join the David Lynch MFA in Film](https://www.miu.edu/videos/amine-kouider-on-the-david-lynch-ma-in-film/)
- [Amine Kouider -- David Lynch M.F.A. in Film student](https://www.miu.edu/videos/amine-kouider-david-lynch-m-a-in-film-student/)
- [Bill Borden on the 3-semester Web-TV Series Track of the David Lynch MFA in Film](https://www.miu.edu/videos/bill-borden-on-the-david-lynch-mfa-in-film/)
- [The Love Doc Promo by Laura Muzzarelli](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-love-doc-promo/)
- [Moon in Aries by Naamee Yisrael](https://www.miu.edu/videos/moon-in-aries/)
- [Dyslexia by Naamee Yisrael](https://www.miu.edu/videos/dyslexia/)
- [The Runner by Monika Dewi](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-runner/)
- [A Game of Chess by Marina McKay](https://www.miu.edu/videos/a-game-of-chess-2/)
- [Life's Young Spring, So Early by Marina McKay](https://www.miu.edu/videos/lifes-young-spring-so-early/)
- [Chasing Kites - iamamiwhoami](https://www.miu.edu/videos/chasing-kites-iamamiwhoami/)
- [FractALEC - Illusions - Gas Planet](https://www.miu.edu/videos/fractalec-illusions-gas-planet/)
- [Vinterkanslor - Patrik Siljestam](https://www.miu.edu/videos/vinterkanslor-patrik-siljestam/)
- [MS in Maharishi Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine - Online](https://www.miu.edu/videos/ms-in-maharishi-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine-online/)
- [Tim Hawthorne – Hall of Fame Award](https://www.miu.edu/videos/tim-hawthorne-hall-of-fame-award/)
- [St. Maarten: The Friendly Island](https://www.miu.edu/videos/st-maarten-the-friendly-island/)
- [Economic Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/videos/economic-sustainability/)
- [The Inner State of Yoga](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-inner-state-of-yoga/)
- [Sticky Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/videos/sticky-sustainability/)
- [Sustain Angoon Documentary (condensed)](https://www.miu.edu/videos/sustain-angoon-documentary-condensed-2/)
- [Biodynamic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/videos/biodynamic-agriculture/)
- [Sustainable Living Center - Drone View](https://www.miu.edu/videos/sustainable-living-center-drone-view/)
- [Ayako Huang – Sustainable Community Development](https://www.miu.edu/videos/ayako-huang-sustainable-community-development/)
- [Bevan Morris – Maharishi's vision of Heaven on Earth](https://www.miu.edu/videos/bevan-morris-maharishis-vision-of-heaven-on-earth/)
- [Anna Bruen - Community Collaborations For Energy Efficiency](https://www.miu.edu/videos/anna-bruen-community-collaborations-for-energy-efficiency/)
- [Dennis Heaton and Viola Witt - Identifying Green Opportunities Through Product Life Cycle](https://www.miu.edu/videos/dennis-heaton-and-viola-witt-identifying-green-opportunities-through-product-life-cycle/)
- [Scott Herriott - Philosophies of Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/videos/scott-herriott-philosophies-of-sustainability/)
- [Vicki Herriott - Natural Law and Deep Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/videos/vicki-herriott-natural-law-and-deep-sustainability/)
- [Anil Maheshwari - Smart City and Big Data](https://www.miu.edu/videos/anil-maheshwari-smart-city-and-big-data/)
- [Fun In Fairfield - Parks](https://www.miu.edu/videos/fun-in-fairfield-parks/)
- [Firefly Experience](https://www.miu.edu/videos/firefly-experience/)
- [Accounting Tracks at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/videos/accounting-tracks-at-mum-2/)
- [True/False Film Fest: Crafting the Musical Fox](https://www.miu.edu/videos/truefalse-film-fest-crafting-the-musical-fox/)
- [Fun in Fairfield - Thrift Shops](https://www.miu.edu/videos/fun-in-fairfield-thrift-shops/)
- [David Lynch: Consciousness and Creativity](https://www.miu.edu/videos/david-lynch-consciousness-and-creativity/)
- [David Lynch: Filmmaking as Therapy?](https://www.miu.edu/videos/david-lynch-filmmaking-as-therapy/)
- [The story of the duck](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-story-of-the-duck/)
- [Ideas are like fish](https://www.miu.edu/videos/ideas-are-like-fish/)
- [Welcome to the College of Business Administration](https://www.miu.edu/videos/welcome-to-the-college-of-business-administration/)
- [Accounting Tracks at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/videos/accounting-tracks-at-mum/)
- [Alan Rhoads](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-education-students-alan-rhoades/)
- [Patrick Taylor](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-education-students-patrick-taylor/)
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- [TM, Air Pollution, and Your Heart](https://www.miu.edu/videos/tm-air-pollution-and-your-heart/)
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- [Vedic Pandit Recitation](https://www.miu.edu/videos/vedic-pandit-recitation/)
- [Jim Bagnola: All the World is my Family](https://www.miu.edu/videos/jim-bagnola-all-the-world-is-my-family/)
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- [MUM Awards Celebration 2014](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-awards-celebration-2014/)
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- [MUM Base Camp 2012](https://www.miu.edu/videos/base-camp-2012-at-mum/)
- [Assessing Student Learning outcomes in Sustainable Business: Part 3](https://www.miu.edu/videos/assessing-student-learning-outcomes-in-sustainable-business-part-3/)
- [Assessing Student Learning outcomes in Sustainable Business: Part 2](https://www.miu.edu/videos/assessing-student-learning-outcomes-in-sustainable-business-part-2/)
- [Assessing Student Learning outcomes in Sustainable Business: Part 1](https://www.miu.edu/videos/assessing-student-learning-outcomes-in-sustainable-business-part-1/)
- [Literature Reunion 2013: Part 1](https://www.miu.edu/videos/literature-reunion-2013-part-one/)
- [Literary Reunion 2013: Part 2](https://www.miu.edu/videos/literary-reunion-2013-part-2/)
- [Literary Reunion 2013: Part 3](https://www.miu.edu/videos/literary-reunion-2013-part-3/)
- [Master of Science in Maharishi Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine: Short ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/master-of-science-in-maharishi-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine-short/)
- [MS in Maharishi Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine: Medium](https://www.miu.edu/videos/ms-in-maharishi-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine-medium/)
- [MUM Convocation 2014 ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-convocation-2014/)
- [Dreier Building](https://www.miu.edu/videos/dreier-building/)
- [Henn Mansion](https://www.miu.edu/videos/henn-mansion/)
- [Men's Dome at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mens-dome-at-maharishi-university/)
- [Bagambhrini Golden Dome at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/bagambhrini-golden-dome-at-maharishi-university/)
- [Campus Greenhouses at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/campus-greenhouses-at-maharishi-university/)
- [Maharishi University Library](https://www.miu.edu/videos/maharishi-university-library/)
- [Argiro Student Center ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/argiro-student-center/)
- [Golden Dome Market](https://www.miu.edu/videos/golden-dome-market/)
- [Transcendental Meditation: Mechanics of the Technique](https://www.miu.edu/videos/transcendental-meditation-mechanics-of-the-technique-maharishi-mahesh-yogi/)
- [Philosophy of Action - Maharishi Mahesh Yogi](https://www.miu.edu/videos/philosophy-of-action-maharishi-mahesh-yogi/)
- [Inner and Outer Life - Maharishi Mahesh Yogi](https://www.miu.edu/videos/inner-and-outer-life-maharishi-mahesh-yogi/)
- [Why Here? Sustainable Living at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/videos/why-here-sustainable-living-at-mum/)
- [Media and Communications at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/media-and-communications-at-maharishi-university/)
- [CAPSIM winners: MUM MBA Teams](https://www.miu.edu/videos/capsim-winners-mba-teams-at-maharishi-university-of-management/)
- [Computer Professionals M.A. program at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/computer-professionals-m-a-program-at-maharishi-university/)
- [Maharishi Vedic Science Major at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/maharishi-vedic-science-major-at-maharishi-university/)
- [Management Information Systems — Online Program for Managers](https://www.miu.edu/videos/management-information-systems-online-program-for-managers/)
- [Music and Consciousness: a symposium at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/music-and-consciousness-a-symposium-at-maharishi-university/)
- [MUM: An introduction for international students](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-an-introduction-for-international-students/)
- [Oprah Interviews MUM Alumni Navy Seal Troy Van Beek](https://www.miu.edu/videos/episode-2-troy/)
- [Pool Party Welcome Weekend](https://www.miu.edu/videos/pool-party-welcome-weekend-2011-2/)
- [Pool Party Welcome Weekend](https://www.miu.edu/videos/pool-party-welcome-weekend-2011/)
- [Maharishi University of Management Holds Visitors Weekend](https://www.miu.edu/videos/maharishi-university-of-management-holds-visitors-weekend/)
- [Green Leadership Adventure Action Spectacular](https://www.miu.edu/videos/green-leadership-adventure-action-spectacular/)
- [Green Leadership Adventure](https://www.miu.edu/videos/green-leadership-adventure/)
- [krishna janmashtami 2014](https://www.miu.edu/videos/krishna-janmashtami-2014/)
- [McLaughlin Building](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mclaughlin-building/)
- [Sustainable Living Center](https://www.miu.edu/videos/sustainable-living-center/)
- [Arts Center](https://www.miu.edu/videos/arts-center/)
- [Recreation Center](https://www.miu.edu/videos/recreation-center/)
- [Maharishi Veda Bhavan ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/maharishi-veda-bhavan/)
- [Gate Ridge Court](https://www.miu.edu/videos/gate-ridge-court/)
- [MUM Students: "What is Transcendental Meditation?"](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-students-what-is-transcendental-meditation/)
- [Maharishi: Knowledge of the Knower](https://www.miu.edu/videos/maharishi-knowledge-of-the-knower/)
- [The Origin of Thought - Maharishi Mahesh Yogi](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-origin-of-thought-maharishi-mahesh-yogi/)
- [Relating the Outside to the Inside](https://www.miu.edu/videos/relating-the-outside-to-the-inside/)
- [Expanding Your Ability to Learn](https://www.miu.edu/videos/expanding-your-ability-to-learn/)
- [Organic Vegetarian Meals](https://www.miu.edu/videos/organic-vegetarian-meals-served-fresh-daily/)
- [Space/Time Foam](https://www.miu.edu/videos/spacetime-foam/)
- [Expanding the Container of Knowledge](https://www.miu.edu/videos/expanding-the-container-of-knowledge-maharishi-mahesh-yogi/)
- [Transcending and the Brain](https://www.miu.edu/videos/transcending-and-the-brain/)
- [Zarosh Eggleston](https://www.miu.edu/videos/zarosh-the-secret-to-life/)
- [Live EEG Demo of TM at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-people-behind-the-science-live-eeg-demo-of-transcendental-meditation-at-maharishi-university/)
- [Visitors Weekends at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/visitors-weekend-at-maharishi-university/)
- [July 31st WAVES Conference, 7:00–9:45 p.m. Inaugural session. Dalby Hall ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/july-31st-waves-conference-700-945-p-m-inaugural-session-dalby-hall/)
- [Aug 2nd WAVES Conference: Morning plenary session. ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/aug-2nd-waves-conference-morning-plenary-session/)
- [Aug 2nd WAVES Conference, 9:00–9:45 a.m. Morning plenary session](https://www.miu.edu/videos/aug-2nd-waves-conference-900-945-a-m-morning-plenary-session/)
- [Aug 3rd WAVES Conference, 11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Morning parallel sessions II ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/aug-3rd-waves-conference-1115-a-m-1230-p-m-morning-parallel-sessions-ii/)
- [Aug 3rd WAVES Conference, 1:30–4:40 p.m. Afternoon plenary session Part 2](https://www.miu.edu/videos/aug-3rd-waves-conference-130-440-p-m-afternoon-plenary-session-2/)
- [Aug 3rd WAVES Conference, 1:30–4:40 p.m. Afternoon plenary session Part 1](https://www.miu.edu/videos/aug-3rd-waves-conference-130-440-p-m-afternoon-plenary-session/)
- [Aug 1st WAVES Conference, 1:30–3:00 p.m. Afternoon plenary session ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/aug-1st-waves-conference-130-300-p-m-afternoon-plenary-session/)
- [Why We Came to MUM](https://www.miu.edu/videos/why-we-came-to-mum/)
- [Maharishi Speaks to the Harvard Law Forum (Full Video)](https://www.miu.edu/videos/maharishi-speaks-to-the-harvard-law-forum-full-video/)
- [Aug 2nd WAVES Conference, 1:30–3:00 p.m. Afternoon plenary session ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/aug-2nd-waves-conference-130-300-p-m-afternoon-plenary-session/)
- [Aug 2nd WAVES Conference, 7:00–9:45 p.m. Evening plenary session. ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/aug-2nd-waves-conference-700-945-p-m-evening-plenary-session/)
- [Aug 2nd WAVES Conference, 3:15–4:30 p.m. Afternoon parallel sessions ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/aug-2nd-waves-conference-315-430-p-m-afternoon-parallel-sessions/)
- [David Lynch: Dive Within](https://www.miu.edu/videos/david-lynch-dive-within/)
- [Moby: A Calm, Centered Place](https://www.miu.edu/videos/moby-a-calm-centered-place/)
- [What's Been Missing from Education?](https://www.miu.edu/videos/whats-been-missing-from-education/)
- [Capstone at Maharishi University of Management](https://www.miu.edu/videos/capstone-at-maharishi-university-of-management/)
- [MUM Student Ceremony — Super Radiance Award  ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mum-student-ceremony-super-radiance-award/)
- [Jim Carrey gives commencement address at Maharishi University of Management, receives honorary Doctorate of Fine Arts](https://www.miu.edu/videos/jim-carrey-gives-commencement-address-at-maharishi-university-of-management-receives-honorary-doctorate-of-fine-arts/)
- [Jim Carrey Honorary Degree Award ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/jim-carrey-honorary-degree-award/)
- [Address by Salutatorian Rheanne Schlee at MUM Graduation  ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/address-by-salutatorian-rheanne-schlee-at-mum-graduation/)
- [ Address by Valedictorian Donna Jones at MUM Graduation    ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/address-by-valedictorian-donna-jones-at-mum-graduation/)
- [Jim Carrey's Commencement Speech](https://www.miu.edu/videos/jim-carreys-commencement-speech/)
- [Full Graduation 2014](https://www.miu.edu/videos/full-graduation-2014/)
- [Robert Schneider on New Zealand's TV One TVNZ "Breakfast" Morning News Show](https://www.miu.edu/videos/robert-schneider-on-new-zealands-tv-one-tvnz-breakfast-morning-news-show/)
- [Jim Carrey Honorary Degree](https://www.miu.edu/videos/15400/)
- [Nightbird by Micah Salaberrios](https://www.miu.edu/videos/nightbird-by-micah-salaberrios/)
- [XBRL Certificate Training -- in the MBA program at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/xbrl-certificate-training-in-the-mba-program-at-maharishi-university/)
- [MBA Business Process Improvement Specialization](https://www.miu.edu/videos/mba-business-process-improvement-specialization/)
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- [ADHD: Meditation, not Medication](https://www.miu.edu/videos/adhd-meditation-not-medication/)
- [Tom Egenes, PhD -- Maharishi Vedic Science faculty ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/tom-egenes-phd-maharishi-vedic-science-faculty-2/)
- [The unity of life ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-unity-of-life-2/)
- [Fred Travis, PhD -- Chair, Maharishi Vedic Science department at MUM ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/fred-travis-phd-chair-maharishi-vedic-science-department-at-mum-2/)
- [M.A. in Maharishi Vedic Science at Maharishi University ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/m-a-in-maharishi-vedic-science-at-maharishi-university/)
- [Reading Vedic Literature at Maharishi University ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/reading-vedic-literature-at-maharishi-university/)
- [Coursework in Maharishi Vedic Science at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/videos/coursework-in-maharishi-vedic-science-at-mum/)
- [Veda and Ancient Greece: Blueprint for a New Golden Age](https://www.miu.edu/videos/veda-and-ancient-greece-blueprint-for-a-new-golden-age/)
- [The Nature of Life is Happiness](https://www.miu.edu/videos/the-nature-of-life-is-happiness/)
- [Question: How do musicians play any note they intend? MUM Music Symposium ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/question-how-do-musicians-play-any-note-they-intend-mum-music-symposium/)
- [Question: Does improvisation use a different part of the mind? MUM's Music Symposium ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/question-does-improvisation-use-a-different-part-of-the-mind-mums-music-symposium/)
- [Question: How has meditation affected your creativity? MUM's Music Symposium ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/question-how-has-meditation-affected-your-creativity-mums-music-symposium/)
- [Developing the Inner Dimension of Music: Izabelle Matzkin at MUM](https://www.miu.edu/videos/developing-the-inner-dimension-of-music-izabelle-matzkin-at-mum/)
- [Question: How do the creative arts refine our perception? MUM Music Symposium](https://www.miu.edu/videos/question-how-do-the-creative-arts-refine-our-perception-mum-music-symposium/)
- [Question: What is talent? MUM Music and Consciousness Symposium](https://www.miu.edu/videos/question-what-is-talent-mum-music-and-consciousness-symposium-2/)
- [Drumming from Within: Drum Circle at Maharishi University](https://www.miu.edu/videos/drumming-from-within-drum-circle-at-maharishi-university/)
- [Question: What is talent? MUM Music and Consciousness Symposium](https://www.miu.edu/videos/question-what-is-talent-mum-music-and-consciousness-symposium/)
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- [Foundation of Sustainability](https://www.miu.edu/videos/foundation-of-sustainability/)
- [Green from the Inside Out: Re-connecting with Natural Law](https://www.miu.edu/videos/green-from-the-inside-out-re-connecting-with-natural-law/)
- [Collaborative Installation ](https://www.miu.edu/videos/collaborative-installation/)
- [What is the Science of Creative Intelligence?](https://www.miu.edu/videos/what-is-the-science-of-creative-intelligence-maharishi-mahesh-yogi/)
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- [Creativity and Consciousness](https://www.miu.edu/videos/creativity-and-consciousness/)
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- [Algae: Green Gold -- MUM Knowledge Fair](https://www.miu.edu/videos/algae-green-gold-mum-knowledge-fair/)
- [Brain Games](https://www.miu.edu/videos/brain-games/)
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- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus Certificate in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-certificate-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture/) - US On-Campus Certificate in Regenerative Organic Agriculture, 2026-2027 [table id=297 responsive=scroll /]Federal financial aid is not available for this certificate program but is available for the BA in Regenerative Organic Agriculture. Private student loans are a possible source of support for this certificate program.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus PhD](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-phd/) - US On-Campus PhD This estimate is based on the first semester on-campus at this entry level phase.[table id=276 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online PhD](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-phd/) - US Online PhD This estimate is based on the first semester online at this entry level phase.[table id=279 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International On-Campus PhD](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-phd/) - International On-Campus PhD This estimate is based on the first semester online at this entry level phase.[table id=261 responsive=scroll /]PhD Tuition Levels: The entry level coursework phase lasts one to two years. After passing the Comprehensive Exam, the Candidate phase is $5,000 tuition per semester. After the proposal is approved, the Researcher phase is $3,000
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International Online PhD](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-phd/) - International Online PhD This estimate is based on the first semester online at this entry level phase.[table id=267 responsive=scroll /] PhD Tuition Levels: The entry level coursework phase lasts one to two years. After passing the Comprehensive Exam, the Candidate phase is $5,000 tuition per semester. After the proposal is approved, the Researcher phase is
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional information US On-Campus PhD Programs](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-on-campus-phd-programs/) - Additional Financial Aid Information PhD Tuition Levels The entry level coursework phase lasts one to two years. After passing the Comprehensive Exam, the Candidate phase is $5,000 tuition per semester. After the proposal is approved, the Researcher phase is $3,000 per semester. Rates are subject to change in future years. Personal Expenses and Books Your
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information US Online PhD Programs, 2026-2027](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-online-phd-programs/) - Additional Financial Aid Information PhD Tuition Levels The entry level coursework phase lasts one to two years. After passing the Comprehensive Exam, the Candidate phase is $5,000 tuition per semester. After the proposal is approved, the Researcher phase is $3,000 per semester. Rates are subject to change in future years. Personal Expenses and Books Your
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US PhD](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-phd/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Federal Student Loans Loans are available for the applicable annual tuition, housing and meals, and personal expenses.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International Fellowship MS in Integrative Medicine and Ayurveda for Doctors and Advanced Practice Providers](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-ms-in-integrative-medicine-ayurveda-with-fellowship/) - International Fellowship MS in Integrative Medicine and Ayurveda for Doctors and Advanced Practice Providers This estimate is based on the first semester of this two-year program.[table id=488 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US Fellowship MS in Integrative Medicine & Ayurveda for Medical Professionals](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-fellowship-ms-in-integrative-medicine-ayurveda-for-medical-professionals/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Required Residencies The cost of instruction, housing, and meals for residential clinical training is included in your tuition; other expenses, such as travel, are the responsibility of the student. Federal Student Loans Your FAFSA automatically qualifies you for the majority of federal student loans for this program. The remaining portion is
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US MFA in Screenwriting](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-mfa-in-screenwriting/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Required On-campus Residency Students are responsible for travel, but the cost of housing and meals is covered by the tuition. Federal Student Loans Your FAFSA automatically qualifies you for the majority of federal student loans for this program. The remaining portion is composed of Federal Graduate PLUS loans which require "no
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International MFA in Screenwriting](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-mfa-in-screenwriting/) - International David Lynch MFA in Screenwriting This estimate is based on the first semester of this two-year program. All instruction is in English, and assignments must be written or translated into English for review.[table id=492 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US MA in Consciousness-Based Leadership & Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-ma-lwcr/) - US MA in Consciousness-Based Leadership & Coaching This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-semester online program.[table id=275 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US MFA in Screenwriting](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-mfa-in-screenwriting/) - US MFA in Screenwriting This estimate is based on the first semester of this two-year, low-residency program. The program features a one-week onsite residency prior to the start of the first semester, where the cost of housing and meals for the one-week residency is at no extra charge.[table id=274 responsive=scroll /]On-campus Residencies: Students are responsible
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US MFA in Visual Art](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-mfa-in-visual-arts/) - MFA in Visual Art This estimate is based on the first semester of this low-residency 2½ year program. The program features a two week studio-intensive residency each summer and winter, where the tuition covers the cost of the residency at no extra cost.[table id=423 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-ms-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture/) - US MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-semester online program.[table id=424 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Fellowship MS in Integrative Medicine and Ayurveda for Doctors and Advanced Practice Providers](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-ms-in-integrative-medicine-ayurveda-with-fellowship/) - US Fellowship MS in Integrative Medicine and Ayurveda for Doctors and Advanced Practice Providers This estimate is based on the first semester of this two-year low-residency program. The cost of housing and meals for required clinical residencies is included at no extra cost.[table id=487 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US EdD in Transformational Leadership & Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-doctor-of-education/) - US EdD in Transformational Leadership & Coaching This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-year online program.[table id=519 responsive=scroll]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US MFA in Documentary Filmmaking & Social Transformation](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-mfa-in-documentary-filmmaking-social-transformation/) - MFA in Documentary Filmmaking & Social Transformation This estimate is based on the first semester of this low-residency two-year program which features one onsite ten-day to two-week residency per year where the tuition covers the cost of the residency at no extra cost.[table id=540 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US Online MS in Aromatherapy](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-online-ms-in-aromatherapy/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Optional Professional Training Residency Planned to take place at our Fairfield, IA, campus during the last semester. Students are responsible for travel and accommodation costs. Federal Student Loans Your FAFSA automatically qualifies you for the majority of federal student loans for this program. The remaining portion is composed of Federal Graduate
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US Online MA CHP](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-online-ma-chp/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Federal Student Loans Your FAFSA automatically qualifies you for the majority of federal student loans for this program. The remaining portion is composed of Federal Graduate PLUS loans which require "no adverse credit" or an endorser. Repayment begins after your enrollment ends.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International Online MS in Business Analytics & Technologies](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-ms-sap/) - International Online MS in Business Analytics & Technologies The estimate for this 18-month (three-semester) program is based on the current year rate, subject to change in future years. [table id=260 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online MA CHP](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-ma-chp/) - US Online MA in Consciousness & Human Potential This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-year online program.[table id=357 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online MS in Aromatherapy](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-ms-in-aromatherapy/) - US Online MS in Aromatherapy & Ayurveda This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-year online program.[table id=273 responsive=scroll /]Optional Professional Training Residency: Planned to take place at our Fairfield, IA, campus during the last semester. Students are responsible for travel and accommodation costs.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online MS in Business Analytics & Technologies](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-ms-sap/) - US Online MS in Business Analytics & Technologies This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-semester online program.[table id=284 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus Undergrad](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-undergrad-30k/) - US On-Campus Undergraduate This estimate is based on one year for a typical on-campus Federal Pell Grant recipient (represents 80% of our onsite undergraduates). File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) then contact our financial aid office for questions on variables. [table id=268 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus MA CHP](https://www.miu.edu/blog/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-ma-chp/) - US On-Campus MA in Consciousness & Human Potential This estimate is based on the first semester of this on-campus one-year program.[table id=461 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus MA Studio Art](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-ma-studio-art/) - US On-Campus MA in Studio Art This estimate is based on the first semester of this on campus one-year program.[table id=461 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus MA in Enlightenment and Leadership](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-ma-in-enlightenment-and-leadership/) - US On-Campus MA in Enlightenment and Leadership This estimate is based on the first semester of this on campus one year program which includes two semesters and one summer.[table id=461 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International On-Campus MA CHP](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-on-campus-ma-chp/) - International On-Campus MA in Consciousness & Human Potential This estimate is based on the first semester of this on-campus one-year program.[table id=462 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International On-Campus MA Studio Art](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-on-campus-ma-studio-art/) - International On-Campus MA in Studio Art This estimate is based on the first semester of this on campus one-year program.[table id=462 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International On-Campus MA in Enlightenment and Leadership](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-on-campus-ma-in-enlightenment-and-leadership/) - International On-Campus MA in Enlightenment and Leadership This estimate is based on the first semester of this on campus one year program which includes two semesters and one summer.[table id=462 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International MA in Consciousness-Based Leadership & Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-ma-lwcr/) - International MA in Consciousness-Based Leadership & Coaching This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-semester online program.[table id=260 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International EdD in Transformational Leadership & Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-doctor-of-education/) - International EdD in Transformational Leadership & Coaching This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-year online program.[table id=520 responsive=scroll]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International MS in Business Analytics & Technologies](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-ms-in-business-analytics-technologies-2/) - International MS in Business Analytics & Technologies This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-semester online program.[table id=286 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International Online MA CHP](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-ma-chp/) - International Online MA in Consciousness & Human Potential This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-year online program.[table id=356 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International Online MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-ms-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture/) - International Online MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-semester online program.[table id=427 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International Online MS in Aromatherapy](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-ms-in-aromatherapy/) - International Online MS in Aromatherapy & Ayurveda This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-year online program.[table id=259 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International MS in Business Analytics & Technologies](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-ms-in-business-analytics-technologies/) - International MS in Business Analytics & Technologies This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-semester online program.[table id=260 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid School Year](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-school-year/) - Cost & Aid, 2022–2023
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US Online MBA](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-online-mba/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Federal Student Loan The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) determines eligibility for federal student loans. Education Tax Incentives There are a variety of money-saving tax benefits to assist in reducing the cost of education expenses. More about education tax benefits. Veterans For questions regarding Veterans Benefits, please contact Tal
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US MA LWCR](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-ma-lwcr/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Federal Student Loans Your FAFSA automatically qualifies you for the majority of federal student loans for this program. The remaining portion is composed of Federal Graduate PLUS loans which require "no adverse credit" or an endorser. Repayment begins after your enrollment ends.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US MS in Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-ms-in-maharishi-ayurveda-integrative-medicine/) - US MS in Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-year online program.[table id=401 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online MBA](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-mba/) - US Online MBA This estimate reflects one semester of the online MBA program, which typically ranges from two to three years, depending on prior academic background.[table id=437 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International On-Campus MBA](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-on-campus-ma-mba/) - [table id=258 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Master's in Software Development](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-master-of-software-development/) - US Master’s in Software Development $27,900 is the estimated total tuition for this 1.5-year online program (3 semesters plus one summer). The tuition listed here is for one year (two semesters) at the current year rate, with tuition subject to change for future academic years. [table id=460] $10,000 per year in optional federal student loans
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International Online Undergrad](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-undergrad/) - Typically, online enrollment is two courses at a time (17 credits) or one course at a time (9-11 credits), per semester (two semesters per year). [table id=367 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International On-Campus Undergrad](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-on-campus-undergrad/) - International On-Campus Undergraduate [table id=257 responsive=scroll /] Students may apply for up to $3,000 per semester scholarship based on documented financial need using an application available after applying to the university.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Undergrad Less than ½ time](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-undergrad-summer/) - US Online Undergraduate, less than ½ time (4 credits) The example below can vary by FAFSA analysis of independent student finances or dependent family finances. [table id=328 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Undergrad ½ time](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-undergrad-half-time/) - US Online Undergraduate, ½ time The example below can vary by FAFSA analysis of independent student finances or dependent family finances. [table id=333 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Undergrad ¾ time](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-undergrad-three-quarter-time/) - US Online Undergraduate, ¾ time The example below can vary by FAFSA analysis of independent student finances or dependent family finances. [table id=334 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Over 24 Undergrad 40K](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-undergrad-40k/) - US Online Undergraduate, Full-Time, income over $40,000 The example below is for a typical 3rd-year online undergraduate student but may vary after FAFSA financial analysis. [table id=327 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Over 24 Undergrad 20K](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-undergrad-20k/) - US Online Undergraduate, Full-Time, income about $20,000 The example below is for a 3rd-year online undergraduate student but may vary after FAFSA financial analysis. [table id=326 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Over 24 Undergrad 15K](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-undergrad-15k/) - US Online Undergraduate, Full-Time, income under $15,000 The example below is for a typical 3rd-year online undergraduate student but may vary after FAFSA financial analysis. [table id=325 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus Undergrad 90K](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-undergrad-90k/) - US On-Campus Undergraduate, parent income over $90,000 [table id=271 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus Undergrad 75K](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-undergrad-75k/) - US On-Campus Undergraduate, parent income about $75,000 [table id=270 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus Undergrad 60K](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-undergrad-60k/) - US On-Campus Undergraduate, parent income $30,000 to $60,000 [table id=269 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US Undergrad Online, Part-Time](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-undergrad-online/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Federal Grants Federal grants are available for full-time and part-time students. The grants vary depending on income level as determined by the FAFSA, and by credit load per semester. Students in higher-income categories may not qualify for federal grants. Employer Waiver Program Many companies offer tuition assistance programs to their employees.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US Master's On-Campus, Standard](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-results-additional-information-for-us-masters-on-campus/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Federal Student Loans Your FAFSA automatically qualifies you for the majority of federal student loans for this program. The remaining portion is composed of Federal Graduate PLUS loans that require “no adverse credit” or an endorser. Repayment begins after your enrollment ends.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid Results — First Paragraph, Master's, on campus](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-results-first-paragraph-masters-on-campus/) - This program is typically two semesters (one academic year).
- [DELETE Cost & Aid Results — First paragraph, US undergraduate, on campus](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-results-first-paragraph-us-on-campus/) - IMPORTANT: This estimate is based on one year for a typical first-year, full -time, on-campus student who is not married, and neither the student or parents have significant assets.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online MS in Physics](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-ms-in-physics/) - US Online MS in the Foundations of Physics and Consciousness / MS in Physics The rate listed here is at the current rate for one year and subject to change in future years. [table id=500 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus MS in Physics](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-ms-in-physics/) - US On-Campus MS in the Foundations of Physics and Consciousness / MS in Physics The rate listed here is at the current rate for one year and subject to change in future years. [table id=272 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International Online MS in Physics](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-ms-in-physics/) - International Online MS in the Foundations of Physics and Consciousness / MS in Physics The rate listed here is at the current rate for one year and subject to change in future years. [table id=501 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International On-Campus MS in Physics](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-on-campus-ms-in-physics/) - The rate listed here is at the current rate for one year and subject to change in future years. [table id=258 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International MFA in Creative Writing](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-mfa-in-creative-writing/) - International MFA in Creative Writing This is a two-year program with an additional fifth capstone residency beyond the second year. The tuition listed here is for one year (two semesters) at the current year rate, subject to change in future years. [table id=534 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus Undergraduate](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-undergraduate/) - US On-Campus Undergraduate This estimate is based on one year for a typical on-campus Federal Pell Grant recipient (represents 75% of our onsite undergraduates). File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), using our FAFSA code 011113, and then contact our financial aid office for questions on other variables. [table id=268 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Undergraduate](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-undergraduate/) - This estimate is based on one year for a typical online Federal Pell Grant recipient (represents 90% of our online undergraduates). File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), using our FAFSA code 011113, and then contact our financial aid office for questions on other variables. [table id=325 responsive=scroll /] Part time online enrollment
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Under 24 Undergrad over 60K](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-under-24-undergrad-over-60k/) - US Online Undergraduate, Full-Time, parent income over $60,000 The example below is for a typical 3rd-year online undergraduate student but may vary after FAFSA financial analysis. [table id=459 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Under 24 Undergrad 30-60K](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-under-24-undergrad-30-60k/) - US Online Undergraduate, Full-Time, parent income $30,000 - $60,000 The example below is for a typical 3rd-year online undergraduate student but may vary after FAFSA financial analysis. [table id=458 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US Online Under 24 Undergrad 30K](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-online-under-24-undergrad-30k/) - US Online Undergraduate, Full-Time, parent income under $30,000 The example below is for a typical 3rd-year online undergraduate student but may vary after FAFSA financial analysis. [table id=325 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Personal Expenses, US On-Campus Master’s](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-personal-expenses-us-on-campus-masters/) - Federal student loans are also available for approximately $17,000 for housing, meals, books, and personal expenses.
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International On-Campus MBA, no prior experience](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-on-campus-mba-no-prior-experience/) - International On-Campus MBA This estimate reflects one semester of the on-campus MBA, which typically ranges from one to one-and-a-half years, depending on prior academic experience.[table id=460 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus MBA, no prior experience](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-mba-no-prior-experience/) - US On-Campus MBA This estimate is based on two semesters (one academic year).[table id=459 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US Undergrad Online, Loans Only](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-undergrad-online-loans-only/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Employer Waiver Program Many companies offer tuition assistance programs to their employees. If you’re currently employed, we encourage you to check on this. If they offer assistance, please contact MIU’s Financial Aid office. Federal Student Loans Federal Student Loans have limits based on lifetime usage, annual limits, and limited to the
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International Online MBA](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-mba/) - International Online MBA This estimate reflects one semester of the online MBA program, which typically ranges from two to three years, depending on prior academic background.[table id=438 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus MBA Accounting](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-mba-accounting/) - US On-Campus MBA in Accounting [table id=272 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus MBA with an SAP ERP & Business Analytics Specialization](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-sap-enterprise-resource-planning-business-analytics/) - US On-Campus MBA with an SAP ERP & Business Analytics Specialization [table id=272 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus Undergrad Over 24](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-undergrad-over-24-2/) - US On-Campus Undergraduate, age 24 or over IMPORTANT: This estimate is based on one year for a typical third-year, full-time, on-campus student who does not have a prior bachelor’s degree, is not married, and is without significant assets. [table id=267 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – US On-Campus MBA Sustainable Business](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-on-campus-mba-sustainable-business/) - US On-Campus MBA in Sustainable Business [table id=272 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International MS in Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-online-ms-in-maharishi-ayurveda-integrative-medicine/) - International MS in Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine This estimate is based on the first semester of this three-year online program.[table id=402 responsive=scroll /]
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US MFA in Creative Writing](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-mfa-in-creative-writing/) - Additional Information Federal Student Loans Your FAFSA automatically qualifies you for the majority of federal student loans for this program. The remaining portion is composed of Federal Graduate PLUS loans which require "no adverse credit" or an endorser. Repayment begins after your enrollment ends.
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- [Cost & Aid – Additional information US On-Campus Masters Programs, 2026-2027](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-on-campus-masters-programs/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Personal Expenses and Books Your potential personal expenses, transportation, books, and supplies may cost an additional $4,800 per semester. Federal Student Loan The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) determines eligibility for federal student loans. Education Tax Incentives There are a variety of money-saving tax benefits to assist in reducing
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- [Courses for the Specialization in Life & Wellness Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-specialization-in-life-wellness-coaching/) - PH 267 Maharishi AyurVeda and Nature’s Rhythms Students investigate the principles of Maharishi AyurVeda and the role of nature's rhythms in promoting wellbeing through Ayurvedic knowledge. The daily and seasonal rhythms of nature will be examined in the light of how they influence an individual’s state of health. This includes the impact of daily routines,
- [Courses for the BA in Ayurveda Wellness](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-ba-in-ayurveda-wellness/) - Ayurveda Wellness Consultant Practicum Intensive Concentration (on campus) PH 101 Physiology is Consciousness (general education requirement) The course will explore the new paradigm in science that "Physiology is Consciousness." Current concepts of mind and body will be understood in terms of this new paradigm. This course will present our facts of brain structure and function
- [Transfer Credit Maximum](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/transfer-credit-maximum/) - A minimum of 128 credits (semester hours) is required for students to graduate with a bachelor’s degree. This may include up to 90 transfer credits. Undergraduate degree students may apply to transfer credits for up to half the coursework in the major. Transfer credits are accepted for courses completed with a grade of “C” or
- [TM at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/tm-at-miu/) - As a student at MIU, you’ll learn the Transcendental Meditation technique, an evidence-based technique that promotes inner peace and wellness, enhances clear thinking, improves learning ability, and boosts creativity. Learn more >
- [Transfer credits for Degree Completion Bachelor's Specialization](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/transfer-credits-for-degree-completion-bachelors/) - If you transfer in 60 or more credits, your degree can be completed in as little as four semesters. Transfer students can inquire with their admissions counselor to learn the exact number of credits needed to graduate. While we’ve designed our bachelor's degrees to accommodate transfer students, we also welcome new undergraduates with no prior
- [Courses for the Online Certificate in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-online-certificate-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture/) - Online 5-month certificate: AG 108A Exploring Consciousness in Agriculture An overview of the certificate program and inner development. This course introduces students to the Science and Technology of Consciousness and Maharishi’s teachings with an emphasis on the relationship between the development of consciousness and the success of regenerative organic farmers. This course examines how creative
- [Degree Requirements MBA](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/degree-requirements-mba/) - To graduate with an MBA, students need to fulfill the degree requirement of 58 credits of study: 18 credits of the MBA Foundation Requirement and 40 credits consisting of specialization courses, elective courses, and the general requirements for a master’s degree. MBA Foundation requirement Prior to taking specialization courses, each MBA student must demonstrate basic
- [Courses for the MS in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-ms-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture/) - AG 505 Soil Science Soil Science covers the basics of soil physical and chemical properties, and how biological elements in the soil are influenced by and exert influences on those physical and chemical properties. However, the primary focus will be on the inherent properties of soils arising from their mineral content and physical constituents, as
- [Cost & Aid – US Footer](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-results-questions-us/) - Tuition, other fees, scholarships, and financial policies are subject to change prior to the entry date. For more information, contact us at awardofficer@miu.edu for a quick reply — normally one business day — or see more about financial aid.
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- [DELETE Courses in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-ba-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture/) - AG 108A Exploring Consciousness in Agriculture An overview of the certificate program and inner development. This course introduces students to the Science and Technology of Consciousness and Maharishi’s teachings with an emphasis on the relationship between the development of consciousness and the success of regenerative organic farmers. This course examines how creative intelligence displayed in
- [Featured courses BA ROA](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/featured-courses-ba-roa/) - AG 315 Regenerative Farming Systems & Nature-Based Solutions This course will explore holistic management strategies and natural techniques used in regenerative farming systems. Students will partake in daily farm activities while learning fundamental concepts and applications used in Biodynamics®, Korean natural farming, Vedic agriculture, and livestock management with a special emphasis on ruminants, monogastric animals,
- [Policies for Online Degree Programs](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/policies-for-online-degree-programs/) - Consciousness-Based Education Consciousness-BasedSM education was developed by the University’s founder, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, so that students not only gain professional skills and knowledge in different fields of life but also develop themselves from within to unfold their full potential. Self-exploration is at the heart of an MIU education. By directly experiencing your innermost nature through
- [Before your first class – new students in online + on-campus programs](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/tm-requirement-for-new-students/) - All MIU students practice the Transcendental Meditation® technique. If you have not learned it yet: Once accepted as a US student, the cost of TM instruction is covered through a grant offered by MIU On-campus students can either learn TM upon arrival or prior to enrolling Online students are required to learn the TM technique
- [Before your first class – new US students in online-only programs](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/tm-instruction-for-new-us-online-students/) - All MIU students practice the Transcendental Meditation® technique. If you have not learned it yet: Once accepted as a student, the cost of TM instruction is covered through a grant offered by MIU Students are required to learn the TM technique before starting the first class Contact your admissions counselor for details Find information on
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- [Admissions Counselor Adriene](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/admissions-counselor-adriene/) - Get started by contacting Adriene Adriene Crimson is this program’s admissions counselor for US students. Adriene will provide you with all the details of becoming a student, including connecting you with the program director or faculty. Contact Adriene > Contact Adriene > International applicants may connect with us through our international inquiry form.
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- [Courses for the MS in Maharishi AyurVeda and Integrative Medicine](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-ms-in-maharishi-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine/) - PH 500 Basic Principles of Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment in Maharishi AyurVeda I This course presents the foundations of natural, prevention-oriented health care, including AyurVedic Anatomy, Physiology, Digestion and Metabolism, AyurVedic herbology, pulse diagnosis, and clinical approach to basic common disorders. PH 501 Basic Principles of Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment in Maharishi AyurVeda II This
- [Courses for the BA in Cinematic Arts and New Media](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-ba-in-cinematic-arts-and-new-media/) - CANM 300 Art of Story This course examines the essential role of narrative in the creation of all forms of media. From the very beginnings of human records, whether it be mythology, scripture, literature, or the earliest cave paintings, the creators of these works have always told their audience a story or imparted a message
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- [Ayurveda Quotes](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/ayurveda-quotes/) - What is Ayurveda? “Ayurvedic medicine (also called Ayurveda) is one of the world’s oldest medical systems. It originated in India and has evolved there over thousands of years. In the United States, Ayurvedic medicine is considered a complementary health approach.” Is Ayurveda effective? “Ayurveda can have positive effects when used as a complementary therapy in
- [MVS Essay](https://www.miu.edu/blog/insert_into_pages/essay-for-mvs-department) - Read the two sections (3 pages) in The Science of Being and Art of Living by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi What is Being? and Being is the Essential Constituent of Creation. We recommend that applicants purchase the book, available in softcover at MIU Press and in ebook at Amazon, but you may also view and download the relevant pages. In 700-800
- [Courses for the BA in Creative Writing](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-ba-in-creative-writing/) - All courses may include Writing courses WTG 244 The Creative Process In Creative Process, students study their own creative process as well as what artists, writers, and filmmakers have shared about creative inspiration. The purpose of this class is to break boundaries and rediscover an easy relationship with the inner Muse. The primary textbook is
- [Courses for the Bachelor’s Specialization in Yoga & Ayurveda Wellness](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-online-bachelors-specialization-in-yoga-ayurveda-wellness/) - MVS 370 Maharishi’s Yoga This course explores themes related to Yoga philosophy in light of effortless, natural practice of Transcendental Meditation. The course introduces Yoga both as a settled inner state of mind and a path of development, as brought out by Maharishi in his books and lectures. Topics include Yoga and the brain, Yoga
- [Courses for the Specialization in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-specialization-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture/) - AG 250 CCTS Ecology Ecology is often defined as the study of relationships between organisms and their living and non-living environment. The term has become more generalized in recent years to refer to a set of interacting entities in an environment. These entities could be thoughts, technologies, beliefs, organisms, pollutants, or mountains and the environment
- [Before your first class – students learning TM within 6 weeks after enrollment](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/tm-instruction-options-for-new-online-students/) - All MIU students practice the Transcendental Meditation® technique. If you have not learned it yet: Once accepted as a US student, the cost of TM instruction is covered through a grant offered by MIU Students are required to learn the TM technique within the first 6 weeks after enrollment. Contact your admissions counselor for details
- [Before your first class – new students in online-only programs](https://www.miu.edu/blog/insert_into_pages/tm-instruction-for-online-students/) - All MIU students practice the Transcendental Meditation® technique. If you have not learned it yet: Once accepted as a US student, the cost of TM instruction is covered through a grant offered by MIU Students are required to learn the TM technique before starting the first class Contact your admissions counselor for details Find information
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Tax and Veterans Benefit](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-tax-and-veterans-benefit/) - Education Tax Incentives There are a variety of money-saving tax benefits to assist in reducing the cost of education expenses. More about education tax benefits. Veterans Veterans should contact the VA for information on Veterans Education Benefits. Veterans eligible for BAH monthly benefits: The VA utilizes a scale of credits per block of courses; therefore,
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- [BA CANM FAQ](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/ba-canm-faq/) - Do I need to have prior experience in this field prior to enrolling? No. We will teach you everything from scratch. All you need is the will to learn and some passion for the area you choose to learn. Experience always helps but we’re here to guide you through the entire process from start to
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- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US Undergrad On-Campus, Over 24](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-undergrad-on-campus-over-24/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Personal Expenses and Books Federal Work-Study and additional federal student loans are available to cover this estimated $4,800. Scholarships and Grants Scholarship from MIU described above consists of the Federal Pell Grant and the Federal Supplemental Education Grant and is based on (1) full-time enrollment and (2) financial need based on
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – Additional Information, US Undergrad On-Campus, Under 24, Middle Income](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-additional-information-us-undergrad-on-campus-under-24-middle-income/) - Additional Financial Aid Information Personal Expenses and Books Estimated additional cost of books and supplies is $4,800 and may also be covered by a Federal Parent Loan. Scholarship Scholarship from MIU is a general estimate for this income range but can vary extensively depending on the financial need as determined by the FAFSA. Federal Student Loans
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- [US Undergrad Transcripts](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/us-undergrad-transcripts/) - Transcripts If you’ve attended another school since you were last enrolled at MIU: Request that official transcripts (including high school, GED, and/or college) be submitted to Maharishi International University. Transcripts must come directly to us from the institutions attended. Transcripts can be sent electronically to admisdoc@miu.edu. Paper copies should be mailed to the address below.
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- [Basic master's degree entrance requirements](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/basic-masters-degree-entrance-requirements/) - Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any field Apply for admissionApply for admission Completion of the MIU admissions process, including submitting official transcripts, a recommendation, all materials, and an interview
- [General education courses for bachelor’s degree](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/general-education-courses-for-bachelors-degree/) - General education courses To graduate with a bachelor’s degree, students must satisfy the following general education requirements: STC 108 Exploring Consciousness This course introduces students to three fundamental sources of knowledge that can be used together to evaluate any idea: personal experience, scientific reasoning, and traditional wisdom. On the basis of evidence from all three
- [Admissions Counselor Noreen](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/admissions-counselor-noreen/) - Get started by contacting Noreen Noreen Dillman is this program’s admissions counselor for US students. Noreen will provide you with all the details of becoming a student, including connecting you with the program director or faculty. Contact Noreen > Contact Noreen > International applicants may connect with us through our international inquiry form.
- [Admissions Counselor Jess](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/admissions-counselor-jess/) - Get started by contacting Jess Jess Nohle is this program’s admissions counselor for US students. Jess will provide you with all the details of becoming a student, including connecting you with the program director or faculty. Contact Jess > Contact Jess > International applicants may connect with us through our international inquiry form.
- [Admissions Counselor Sunita](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/admissions-counselor-sunita/) - Get started by contacting Sunita Sunita Martin is this program’s admissions counselor for US students. Sunita will provide you with all the details of becoming a student, including connecting you with the program director or faculty. Contact Sunita > Contact Sunita > International applicants may connect with us through our international inquiry form.
- [Admissions Counselor Pedro](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/admissions-counselor-pedro/) - Get started by contacting Pedro Pedro Ugalde is this program’s admissions counselor for US students. Pedro will provide you with all the details of becoming a student, including connecting you with the program director or faculty. Contact Pedro > International applicants may connect with us through our international inquiry form.
- [Admissions Counselor Jenny Beth](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/admissions-counselor-jenny-beth/) - Get started by contacting Jenny Beth Jenny Beth is this program’s admissions counselor. Jenny Beth will provide you with all the details of becoming a student, including connecting you with the program director or faculty. Contact Jenny Beth > Contact Jenny Beth > International applicants may connect with us through our international inquiry form.
- [Admissions Counselor Theresa](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/admissions-counselor-theresa/) - Get started by contacting Theresa Theresa Fross is this program’s admissions counselor for US students. Theresa will provide you with all the details of becoming a student, including connecting you with the program director or faculty. Contact Theresa > Contact Theresa > International applicants may connect with us through our international inquiry form.
- [On campus training and orientation](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/on-campus-training-and-orientation/) - On-campus and online clinical training options are available
- [Courses – Undergraduate Business Administration](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-undergraduate-business-administration/) - Required courses MGT 201 Business Communication Skills Effective communicators are skilled at both informing and inspiring other people. This course provides instruction and practice in making oral and written presentations based on the principle that ideal communication is a frictionless flow that nourishes both sender and receiver. Topics include word processing and presentation software; library
- [Courses for the Field Certificate in Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/courses-for-the-field-certificate-in-regenerative-organic-agriculture/) - AG 108A Exploring Consciousness in Agriculture An overview of the certificate program and inner development. This course introduces students to the Science and Technology of Consciousness and Maharishi’s teachings with an emphasis on the relationship between the development of consciousness and the success of regenerative organic farmers. This course examines how creative intelligence displayed in
- [Featured courses BS CS](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/featured-courses-bs-cs/) - CS 390 Fundamental Programming Practices This course provides a focused program for enhancing programming and analytical skills in five areas: problem-solving, data structures, object-oriented programming, the Java programming language, and the use of recursion in Java programs. These topics are of particular importance as a prerequisite for the courses in the graduate program in Computer
- [Math computer science track](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/math-computer-science-track/) - MATH 281 Calculus 1 Calculus, one of the most useful areas of mathematics, is the study of continuous change. It provides the language and concepts used by modern science to quantify the laws of nature and the numerical techniques through which this knowledge is applied to enrich daily life. Students gain a clear understanding of
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- [DELETE On-campus clinical training and orientation](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/accommodations-low-residency-programs/) - On-campus clinical training and orientation US online students visit the MIU campus for orientation and several more times throughout the program for clinical training.
- [Difference between Ayurveda and Maharishi Ayurveda](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/difference-between-ayurveda-and-maharishi-ayurveda/) - What is the difference between Ayurveda and Maharishi AyurVeda? Ayurveda: The traditional system of medicine of India and the East. Based on diet, herbs, mind-body type, and purification therapies. Maharishi AyurVeda: The modern, scientific revival of complete Ayurveda, including balancing the deepest value of mind – consciousness, which is the basis of balancing the body.
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- [Admissions Counselor Jess ROA](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/admissions-counselor-jess-roa/) - Get started by contacting Jess Jess Nohle is this program’s admissions counselor for US students. Jess will provide you with all the details of becoming a student, including connecting you with program faculty when you have questions. Contact Jess > Contact Jess > International students may connect with their admissions counselor through our international students
- [Development of consciousness general requirement](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/development-of-consciousness-general-requirement/) - Development of consciousness Students are expected to participate in the Development of Consciousness Program on campus or online during their undergraduate or graduate career. This program, in addition to supporting the continuous development of a student’s cognitive and socio-emotional learning abilities, promotes holistic health and all-round happiness. It begins with instruction in the Transcendental Meditation®
- [Explore the world of MIU](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/us-checklist-visitors-weekend/) - Explore the world of MIU Learn more about us through a Visitors Weekend, a Visitors Saturday, interactive webinars, and one-on-one virtual visits with a faculty member, a student, or an admissions counselor. Find out more >
- [DELETE Cost & Aid – International MBA Professionals](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-international-mba-professionals/) - International MBA Professionals Typical cost and aid for 8 months of full-time academic on-campus study, followed by up to 3 years of full-time, paid Curricular Practical Training (CPT) with companies in the USA. Program costs are typically covered by an initial payment ($3,500, $5,000 or $7,500) and then a loan for the remaining tuition. The
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- [Cost & Aid – US MFA in Creative Writing](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-us-mfa-in-creative-writing/) - US MFA in Creative Writing This is a two-year program with an additional fifth capstone residency beyond the second year. The tuition listed here is for one year (two semesters) at the current year rate, subject to change in future years. [table id=390 responsive=scroll /]
- [US Checklist Master's Transcripts](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/us-checklist-transcripts/) - Transcripts Request that official transcripts from your bachelor’s degree program be submitted to Maharishi International University. Transcripts must come directly to us from the institutions attended. Transcripts can be sent electronically to admisdoc@miu.edu. Paper copies should be mailed to the address below. Official transcripts sent by mail must be delivered to us in a sealed
- [Course format for the Online MS in Maharishi AyurVeda and Integrative Medicine](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/course-format-for-the-online-ms-in-maharishi-ayurveda-and-integrative-medicine/) - Most courses are 3 months View course lectures (approximately 2 hours per week) Complete online learning activities and exams (approximately 4 hours per week) Two weekly, 90-minute live webinars (3 hours) Multiple case studies for each course will be evaluated with a standard rubric Students should expect to spend 8-9 hours per week dedicated to the
- [Before your first class – new on-campus students](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/tm-instruction-for-new-on-campus-students/) - All MIU students practice the Transcendental Meditation® technique. If you have not learned it yet: Once accepted as a US student, the cost of TM instruction is covered through a grant offered by MIU Students can either learn TM upon arrival or prior to enrolling Contact your admissions counselor for details Find information on the
- [Degree completion transfer credits](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/degree-completion-transfer-credits/) - If you transfer in 60 or more credits, the degree can be completed in four semesters. (Transfer students can inquire with their admissions counselor to learn the exact number of credits needed to graduate.)
- [Cost & Aid – International Footer](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-footer-international/) - Tuition, other fees, scholarships, and financial policies are subject to change prior to the entry date.
- [Entrance requirements for Management and Accounting master's degree programs](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/entrance-requirements-for-management-and-accounting-masters-degree-programs/) - Applicants must have a four-year undergraduate degree or the equivalent. GPA of 3.0 or higher, or GPA of 3.2 or higher in the final two years of college. Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or GRE General Test is recommended but not required. Acceptance is based upon the quality of undergraduate performance, aptitude test scores, work
- [US Checklist Interview](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/us-checklist-interview/) - Interview Your admissions counselor will be in touch to schedule an interview.
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- [DELETE Cost & Aid undergrad on-campus](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/cost-aid-undergrad-on-campus/) - US On-Campus Students, 2021-22 International On-Campus Students, 2021-22 [table id=257 /] Scholarship: Full-time students may apply for up to $6,000 in scholarship based on qualifying documented family income. Our Undergraduate Scholarship application will be made available upon application to the University for full-time students.
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- [What is Maharishi Vedic Science](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/what-is-maharishi-vedic-science/) - Leading scientists suggest that consciousness is as fundamental to life as time and space. Vedic science describes consciousness as even more fundamental, existing in and by itself, independent of any personal owner. These perspectives on consciousness are integrated by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Maharishi Vedic Science, which forms the basis for this program. (see video)
- [US Grad Checklist Reminders](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/us-checklist-reminders/) - Reminders Submit your FAFSA if you’ll be seeking financial aid. Our school code is 011113. If you are a US permanent resident, be sure to email or fax a copy of your Permanent Resident Card (green card) or I-551 form.
- [US Grad Checklist Reminders 2](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/us-checklist-reminders-2/) - Submit your FAFSA if you’ll be seeking financial aid. Our school code is 011113. If you are a US permanent resident, be sure to email or fax a copy of your Permanent Resident Card (green card) or I-551 form.
- [English Language Verification — Exempt Countries – NOT IN USE](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/english-language-verification-exempt-countries/) - Applicants must submit official English proficiency test scores (either TOEFL, IELTS Academic or PTE) unless they are from one of the following countries: American Samoa, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada (except Quebec), Dominica, Grenada, Grand Cayman, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Liberia, New Zealand, Trinidad/Tobago, United Kingdom and U.S. Pacific Trust.
- [English Language Verification — Undergraduate Online – NOT IN USE](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/english-language-verification-undergraduate-online/) - For students whose first language is not English: official English proficiency test scores within the past 2 years of at least 6.0 on IELTS Academic, 80 on TOEFL iBT, or 51 on PTE, unless you have earned a full-time, on-campus degree from Canada, Australia, the UK, or the US within the past 2 years.
- [English Language Verification — Graduate Online – NOT IN USE](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/english-language-verification-graduate-online/) - For students whose first language is not English: official English proficiency test scores within the past 2 years of at least 6.5 on IELTS Academic, 90 on TOEFL iBT or 58 on PTE, unless you have earned a full-time, on-campus degree from Canada, Australia, the UK, or the US within the past 2 years.
- [International Checklist English Language Verification – NOT IN USE](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-english-language-verification/) - Applicants must submit official English proficiency test scores (either TOEFL, IELTS Academic or PTE) unless they are from one of the following countries: American Samoa, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Canada (except Quebec), Dominica, Grenada, Grand Cayman, Guyana, Ireland, Jamaica, Liberia, New Zealand, Trinidad/Tobago, United Kingdom and U.S. Pacific Trust. The test must have been taken
- [International Checklist TM Recommendation](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-tm-recommendation/) - If you already practice the Transcendental Meditation technique, you are required to complete the Transcendental Meditation Teacher Recommendation (or, if you are a resident of India, you are required to complete the Transcendental Meditation Teacher Recommendation for Residents of India). If you do not practice the Transcendental Meditation technique yet, please note: all students at our
- [US Grad Checklist Recommendation](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/us-checklist-recommendation/) - Recommendation Request one recommendation from someone who can attest to your academic or professional performance. The recommendation should come from a current or former teacher or workplace supervisor. Other recommendations can be considered on a case-by-case basis. Send your recommender the link to our recommendation form, and they will submit it directly back to us.
- [US Checklist PhD Transcripts](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/us-checklist-phd-transcripts/) - Transcripts Request that official transcripts from your bachelor’s and master’s degree programs be submitted to Maharishi International University. Transcripts must come directly to us from the institutions attended. Transcripts can be sent electronically to admisdoc@miu.edu. Paper copies should be mailed to the address below. Official transcripts sent by mail must be delivered to us in
- [Christopher Jones faculty profile](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/christopher-jones-faculty-profile/) - Christopher Jones received his bachelor’s degree in literature from Oberlin College, a Master’s Degree in curriculum and instruction from Temple University, and his doctorate in curriculum and instruction from Teachers College, Columbia University. Dr. Jones began his career as a high school English teacher in Haddonfield, New Jersey in 1969. After gaining his MA and
- [Coronavirus FAQ](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/coronavirus-faq/) - What is the coronavirus? The US Centers for Disease Control has provided a Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Situation Summary How can I protect myself from getting infected? See the CDC's recommendations on how to stop the spread of germs. Should I travel? Check the current CDC travel notices for the most at-risk countries which are
- [Aromatherapy quotes](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/aromatherapy-quotes/) - Mayo Clinic “Some studies on aromatherapy have shown these benefits: lower anxiety and stress levels, improved mood, improved quality of life” The Washington Post: “[Essential oils] make up what has become a multibillion-dollar industry. Revenue in the United States spiked 40 percent from 2014 to 2018 and, according to Grand View Research, is expected to
- [Coronavirus travel restrictions](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/coronavirus-travel-restrictions/) - Students Students should be aware of the risks of travel restrictions/disruptions, especially in planning for the upcoming spring break. Flight cancelations, quarantines, and border closures have been implemented by several countries on short notice. Travel outside Fairfield is not appropriate, whether domestic or international. See the notice above for the procedures for requesting urgent travel
- [International Checklist MVS Essay](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-mvs-essay/) - There are two essays required for this program. The first essay is required for applicants to online master's degree programs. See the essay page. The second essay is required by the Maharishi Vedic Science department: Read the two sections (3 pages) in The Science of Being and Art of Living by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi What is Being? and Being is
- [International Checklist PFA](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-pfa/) - Confirm that you have the necessary funds for this program by completing the
- [TOEFL Institution Code for MIU](https://www.miu.edu/blog/insert_into_pages/toefl-institution-code-for-miu/) - The TOEFL institution code for Maharishi International University is 4497.
- [International Checklist MIU Overview](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-mum-overview/) - Review and submit the online MIU Overview.
- [International Checklist intro text](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-intro-text/) - Thank you for submitting your application to Maharishi International University. Please read all the items on the checklist below carefully. The application materials are listed in order of importance. For fastest processing, we recommend that you follow this order as much as possible when you submit your documents and forms. All forms and documents should
- [International online Checklist intro text](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-online-checklist-intro-text/) - Thank you for submitting your application to Maharishi International University. Please read all the items on the checklist below carefully. The application materials are listed in order of importance. For fastest processing, we recommend that you follow this order as much as possible when you submit your documents and forms. All the forms and documents
- [International Checklist TM Recommendation 2](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-tm-recommendation-2/) - All students at our university practice the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique, which provides many benefits for body and mind. Please learn the TM technique and submit the Transcendental Meditation Teacher Recommendation (or, if you are a resident of India, you are required to complete the Transcendental Meditation Teacher Recommendation for Residents of India). To find the closest official TM instructor
- [Course format for BASOL and BAWOL](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/course-format-for-the-online-ba-in-ayurveda-wellness-and-integrative-health/) - You should plan to spend 12-14 hours per week for a 4-credit eight-week course. If you are taking 2 courses during an eight week period, you should plan to spend 24-28 hours per week of watching instructional videos and webinars, reading, completing assignments and discussion forum posts, taking quizzes and exams, and studying course materials.
- [International Checklist Transcripts and Diplomas  — Graduate](https://www.miu.edu/blog/insert_into_pages/official-transcripts-and-diplomas/) - An official transcript is a copy of your grade report (and a diploma in certain cases) issued or attested by your undergraduate school. Official transcripts should bear the original stamp and signature of a school official and be placed in an envelope and sealed by a school officer. If your school does not issue an
- [International Checklists Transcripts and Diplomas — Undergraduate](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklists-official-transcripts-and-diplomas-undergraduate/) - An official transcript is a copy of your grade report (and a diploma in certain cases) issued or attested by your high school. Official transcripts should bear the original stamp and signature of a school official and be placed in an envelope and sealed by a school officer. If your school does not issue an
- [International Checklist Bank Statement text](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-bank-statement-text/) - As part of your application procedure, you are required to provide to the U.S. Embassy, as well as to the University, a recent bank statement (issued within the past month) showing your current available balance and recent account activity, as proof that you have the funds required for the first academic year. If you do
- [Step 2 – Documents and Forms for Financial Verification and Visa Processing](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/step-2-documents-and-forms-for-financial-aid-and-visa-processing/) - Step 2 – Documents and Forms for Financial Verification and Visa Processing
- [Essay form intro](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/essay-form-into/) - Note: This form should be completed after you have submitted your application form. We use these essay questions to find out about your writing skills, your depth and breadth of thinking, and your interest in Consciousness-Based education. IMPORTANT: Since extensive writing is involved, you may want to first author your answers in a writing application such as Microsoft
- [Drivers and rides for nearby airports and train stations](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/drivers-and-rides-for-nearby-airports-and-train-stations/) - Contact a self-employed driver: Eusebio Beltran / (641) 919-1314 / egb108@gmail.com Mike Gautherat / (641) 919-8977 / mgauth@lisco.com Rich Schindler / (641) 919-1817, (877) 270 2120 toll-free / richandjune@yahoo.com Ken Dubin / (312) 399-8081 / cab@kendubin.com Use a commercial shuttle service: Cedar Rapids, IA Phone: (800) 725-8460 in the U.S. or (319) 337-2340 outside the U.S. Fax: (319) 862-1094 Moline,
- [International PFA  Forms Preface](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-pfa-forms-preface/) - In this form you can confirm that you have the necessary funds for this program. If you do not currently have the minimum necessary funds to enroll in this program, we encourage you to re-apply at a later time.
- [International Checklist Two Recommendations](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-two-recommendations/) - Two of your teachers, professors or supervisors, who have taught you or have supervised your work within the past two years must submit the online recommendation form. Ask them to fill and submit the recommendation form, after providing them your name, e-mail address, and Application ID. If you do not know someone who meets this requirement,
- [International Checklist Address and Contact](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-address-and-contact/) - Please submit to our Admissions Office the confirmation of your contact information on our Contact Information Form. If your address or phone number changes after submitting this form, please e-mail your admissions counselor immediately with the change.
- [International Checklist Passport Photo](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-passport-photo/) - Photocopy the page of your passport that contains your photograph and identity information. E-mail a scanned version of this document (use JPG format only) to your admissions counselor. If you cannot email this document, then fax it to (641) 472-1179. On all e-mails and faxes, be sure to give your full name, birth date, and email
- [International Checklist Standardized Test Scores](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-standardized-test-scores/) - You are not required to take the SAT, ACT, GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) or GRE (Graduate Record Examinations); however if you have taken any of these tests, please e-mail the scanned official documents to your admissions counselor. Please note that although these tests are not a standard requirement for admission, depending on our evaluation
- [International Checklist Resume](https://www.miu.edu/insert_into_pages/international-checklist-resume/) - E-mail your complete résumé (curriculum vitae) to your admissions counselor. Your résumé must include the following information: Your full name Email address Date of birth Your educational history, including city and country of all post-secondary institutions you have attended, years attended, major or specializations and degrees awarded Employment history, including job title, name of company,

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## Webinars

- [Education for the Whole Person: Consciousness & the Future of Human Development](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/education-for-the-whole-person-consciousness-the-future-of-human-development/)
- [Docu Café: A New Model for Documentary Filmmaking and Creative Life](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/docu-cafe-a-new-model-for-documentary-filmmaking-and-creative-life/)
- [DocuCafé: From Raw Talent to Working Filmmaker](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/docucafe-from-raw-talent-to-working-filmmaker/)
- [What Happens When You Study Consciousness and Coaching?](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/what-happens-when-you-study-consciousness-and-coaching/)
- [Go Beyond 200 Hours: A Deeper Path to Teaching Yoga](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/go-beyond-200-hours-a-deeper-path-to-teaching-yoga/)
- [Vedic Somatic Awareness & Aromatherapy](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/vedic-somatic-awareness-aromatherapy/)
- [Finding Your Inner Compass: Coaching as a Tool for Aligned Living](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/finding-your-inner-compass-coaching-as-a-tool-for-aligned-living/)
- [Art from the Inside Out](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/art-from-the-inside-out/)
- [Consciousness Meets Quantum Physics With Dr. John Hagelin](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/consciousness-meets-quantum-physics-with-dr-john-hagelin/)
- [Human Intuition and Creativity in the Age of AI](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/human-intuition-and-creativity-in-the-age-of-ai/)
- [Heart-to-Heart with MIU Students](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/heart-to-heart-with-miu-students/)
- [Find your perfect learning fit at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/find-your-perfect-learning-fit-at-miu/)
- [Unlocking Human Potential: Exploring Consciousness & Positive Psychology at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/unlocking-human-potential-exploring-consciousness-positive-psychology-at-miu/)
- [Beyond the Diploma: The Real Value of a University Education](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/beyond-the-diploma-the-real-value-of-a-university-education/)
- [Fast-Track for Transfer Students: 11 Bachelor's Specializations](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/fast-track-for-transfer-students-11-bachelors-specializations/)
- [MIU: A Global Community with Heart](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/miu-a-global-community-with-heart-2/)
- [Building a Career in Ayurveda: The Value of the MS Degree](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/building-a-career-in-ayurveda-the-value-of-the-ms-degree/)
- [Docu Café: Documentaries to Transform Our World](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/docu-cafe-documentaries-to-transform-our-world/)
- [From Soil to Soul: Regenerative Agriculture Education for the Next Generation](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/from-soil-to-soul-regenerative-agriculture-education-for-the-next-generation/)
- [Docu Café: Making a Living as a Documentary Filmmaker](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/docu-cafe-making-a-living-as-a-documentary-filmmaker/)
- [Transformational Leadership & Coaching: Levels of Listening](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/transformational-leadership-coaching-levels-of-listening/)
- [What’s Different About MIU Online?](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/whats-different-about-miu-online/)
- [Docu Café: The Spiritual Dimension of Documentary Filmmaking](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/docu-cafe-spiritual-dimension-of-documentary-filmmaking/)
- [Docu Café: The Life of a Documentary Filmmaker](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/docu-cafe-the-life-of-a-documentary-filmmaker/)
- [Financial Aid at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/financial-aid-at-miu/)
- [Docu Café: AI and Documentary Filmmaking](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/docu-cafe-ai-and-documentary-filmmaking/)
- [The Role of Consciousness in Leadership and Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/role-of-consciousness-in-leadership-and-coaching/)
- [Balance is the New Hustle: Wellness Wisdom from Ayurveda](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/balance-is-the-new-hustle-wellness-wisdom-from-ayurveda/)
- [Unlocking Internship Opportunities at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/unlocking-internship-opportunities-at-miu/)
- [Redefining Athletic Excellence: Consciousness-Based Sports at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/redefining-athletic-excellence-consciousness-based-sports-at-miu/)
- [Leading with Heart & Mind: EdD and MA in Consciousness-Based<sup>®</sup> Leadership & Coaching](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/leading-with-heart-mind-explore-mius-edd-ma-in-leadership-coaching/)
- [Rewiring the Brain: Meditation, Neuroplasticity & Peak Performance](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/rewiring-the-brain-meditation-neuroplasticity-peak-performance/)
- [Documentaries to Transform Our World: Inside the MFA in Documentary Filmmaking and Social Transformation](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/documentaries-to-transform-our-world-inside-the-mfa-in-documentary-filmmaking-and-social-transformation/)
- [Cultivating Change: Regenerative Organic Agriculture at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/cultivating-change-regenerative-organic-agriculture-at-miu/)
- [MIU Online: Education Reimagined for You](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/miu-online-education-reimagined-for-you/)
- [David Lynch MFA in Screenwriting: The Secret to Inspired Screenwriting](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/david-lynch-mfa-in-screenwriting-the-secret-to-inspired-screenwriting/)
- [Ayurveda in Action](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/ayurveda-in-action/)
- [Seasonal Self-Care: Tips from MIU's Ayurveda Experts](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/seasonal-self-care)
- [Spiritual Development for Academic Success](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/spiritual-development-for-academic-success/)
- [Making the Invisible Visible: Unlocking Creative Potential at MIU](https://www.miu.edu/webinar/making-the-invisible-visible-unlocking-creative-potential-at-miu/)

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- [enlightenment](https://www.miu.edu/blog/tag/enlightenment/)
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- [Dr. Fred Travis](https://www.miu.edu/blog/tag/dr-fred-travis/)
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