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IAP - YOGA SUTRAS
Jan/11 Thu 10:30AM–12:00PM
Jan/18 Thu 10:30AM–12:00PM
Jan/25 Thu 10:30AM–12:00PM

Join us for a special four-part workshop on the Yoga Sutras, a collection of ancient teachings providing guidance for holistic well-being of the body, mind, and spirit.

In this workshop, you'll explore the rich philosophy and practices of the Yoga Sutras and learn how to integrate these teachings into your daily life. Whether you're new to yoga and spirituality or an experienced practitioner, this workshop aims to offer valuable insights and practices to support your overall well-being. We invite you to participate in this unique opportunity for learning and personal growth.

The workshop will be facilitated by HG Sadananda Dasa, the MIT Vaishnava Hindu Chaplain, who has been practicing bhakti yoga for over 14 years and is a monk in the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. As a disciple of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Srila Prabhupada, HG Sadananda Dasa brings extensive background and experience in yoga and spirituality, making this workshop a valuable experience for all participants.

Workshop Dates: Thursday, Jan 11, 18, 25 & Feb 1, 2024

Availability is limited, so please register at the earliest using this link: tinyurl.com/iapmityogasutras 

The Enneagram: Nine Personality Types and Communication Styles
Jan/30 Tue 10:00AM–12:00PM

3 Sessions:  JAN 30, JAN 31, FEB 1, from 10am-12pm, all in 5-233

Instructor: Nicholas Collura, Director of the MIT Radius Program and TNE Certified Teacher 

What are the neurobiological foundations of human personality?

How do I communicate with family members, peers, and partners who seem so different from me?

And what about my own personality: Am I held captive by fear, shame, anger? Stuck in my head, in my feelings, in my need for control? 

This dynamic and entertaining three-part workshop will consider these questions through the lens of the Enneagram, an inventory of nine fundamental personality structures

Understanding Islam and Muslims
Jan/10 Wed 12:00PM–01:30PM

Islam is frequently talked about in the media, but continues to be a mystery to most people.


What is the Muslim's concept of God? The afterlife? Who was prophet Muhammad? What do Muslims say about Abraham, Moses, and Jesus? What are the core beliefs and practices of Islam?

This session offers an opportunity to see beyond common misconceptions and learn from Muslims about their fourteen-century old faith, professed by 1.9 billion people worldwide. The session also touches on Islamophobia and student lived experiences on campus. A Q&A session is included.

The session is intended for first-timers only

Understanding Islam and Muslims
Jan/10 Wed 12:00PM–01:30PM
Jan/19 Fri 11:00AM–12:30PM
Jan/25 Thu 01:00PM–02:30PM

Islam is frequently talked about in the media, but continues to be a mystery to most people.


What is the Muslim's concept of God? The afterlife? Who was prophet Muhammad? What do Muslims say about Abraham, Moses, and Jesus? What are the core beliefs and practices of Islam?

This session offers an opportunity to see beyond common misconceptions and learn from Muslims about their fourteen-century old faith, professed by 1.9 billion people worldwide. The session also touches on Islamophobia and student lived experiences on campus. A Q&A session is included.

The session is intended for first-timers only

What's Religion Anyway?
Jan/16 Tue 03:00PM
Jan/23 Tue 03:00PM
Jan/30 Tue 03:00PM

How do religions evolve and change? Is there anything inevitable about religious violence or peace? Who's the Flying Spaghetti Monster? Join us this IAP for an interactive series all about understanding religion's role in the world today.