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June 1, 2025—June 6, 2025

Mind & Life Summer Research Institute 2025

 

REIMAGINING CONTEMPLATIVE EDUCATION:

SHAPING A COLLECTIVE FUTURE

 

The Summer Research Institute (SRI) is an application-based program and will take place in-person at the Garrison Institute in upstate New York.  Applications are now closed. Upon notification of your accepted application, you will be contacted directly with more information concerning the program schedule and how to register for the event. Plus, stay tuned for updates on how you can join us via livestream for select sessions—details to come in the months ahead!

The Mind & Life Summer Research Institute (SRI) is a weeklong immersive program designed for deep, interdisciplinary dialogue and personal reflection. Moving beyond traditional academic settings, SRI provides a unique environment for collaborative inquiry and first-person exploration, aiming to inspire real-world impact and foster holistic understanding of the mind, society, and global well-being.

 

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

  • Rich Content & Format
    • Plenary lectures, panel discussions, and breakout groups for deep dive sessions.
    • Poster presentations and networking opportunities.
    • Dedicated spaces for relationship-building and support around shared interests and identities.
  • Contemplative Practices
    • Daily time for meditation, yoga, and reflective nature walks.
    • Full day retreat for immersion in silent contemplation.
  • Support for Emerging Changemakers & Researchers

 

COVID-19

The health and safety of our guests and staff is a top priority for the Garrison Institute. To attend a retreat or event all guests, teachers, and staff are required to self-test (at home antigen test is acceptable) within the 48-hour window prior to arriving for a retreat on site, and to bring a 2nd self-test kit when coming on site. We encourage everyone to self-monitor for symptoms of COVID-19 and other illnesses before your visit. If you experience symptoms or have a positive diagnosis, please notify us immediately at events@garrisoninstitute.org We will continue to follow any COVID-19 guidelines set forth by our local officials, New York State and the CDC.

 

LEARN MORE

For more information and to register, visit Mind and Life Institute’s page by clicking here.

 

REGISTER