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The mission of the Meditation CRG is to provide an opportunity for staff and faculty who are interested in meditation and mindfulness to practice together in a safe space, for grounding,  relaxation, and joy.

No meditation experience is necessary. All are welcome!

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Meeting Schedule

DateTimeLocation
Thursday, March 21st12:05-12:45pmNO MEETING (spring break)
Thursday March 28th12:05-12:45pmIn-person meditation with Bhikkhu Santi, monk ordained in the Theravadan Thai forest tradition, Frost 211
Thursday, April 4th12:05-12:45pmIn-person meditation with Fabio Ayala,  Center for Restorative Practices, Frost 211
Thursday, April 18th12:05-12:45pmZoom meditation with John Bailes, Buddhist Chaplain
May 2nd12:05-12:45pmMindful Eating with Megan Scutti, College Nutritionist (location: Val terrace room)
Thursday, May 16th12:05-12:45pmIn-person meditation with Harrison Blum, Director of the Center for Religious and Spiritual Life
FRIDAY, May 31st12:05-12:45pmZoom Meditation with Rachel Beth Sayet
Thursday, June 13th12pm-1pmMeditative walk and sit at Book and Plow Farm, with Maida Ives

Co-facilitators

Emily T. Merriman

Emily T. Merriman

Associate Director of the Writing Center

Frost Library Room 220

Emily is an Associate Director in the Writing Center, has a Ph.D. in Religion and Literature, has practiced Buddhist meditation for over two decades, and has experience as a Spiritual Director.

Resources

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Places to Meditate on Campus

  • The chapel space in Chapin Hall. Open for sitting whenever nothing else is taking place there. Zafu sitting cushions are available in the Closet.
  • Mind Spa at Keefe. Staff and faculty can book half-hour sessions on Wednesdays.

Office of Religious and Spiritual Life

ELECTRONIC RESOURCES

  • The Calm app is available to all Amherst College staff and faculty

Organizations

Books