ENG 339 - Mindful Reading, Writing, and Research

Research continues to show the benefits of Mindfulness to all aspects of life, including academic pursuits. This course will explore Mindfulness, its connection to other contemplative activities, its applications to various aspects of daily and academic life, and its benefits across a wide range of lifetime pursuits. The course will include readings, required daily meditation, writings of various genres and a personal, practical research project. Students should arrive with an open but critical mind.

Prerequisite: Junior or above.
Credit(s): 4