Yoga is a journey that takes us from physical practices on the mat to mental gymnastics as we grapple with meaning and sutras. Many of us felt comfortable (dare I say complacent) in our routines before the pandemic of COVid 19 and are now looking for new ways to understand the world. This is certainly…
Author: Renee Garris
Professor of Humanities, art lover, world traveler, and yogini.
The legacy of COVid 19 and moving forward
As we prepare to leave “Stay at Home” orders and move to “Safe at Home” – what is really going to change in your life? Have you taken the time to journal through these weeks of isolation? Have you learned a new skill or just reconnected with your authentic self? Some of the most positive…
What books are you reading during the COVID 19 event?
Books – all of us are reading books for pleasure – and some for work or school. Let me know what you are reading! Let’s think about starting an online reading group – send me your thoughts! – Renee
MLK Day 2020
Remembering Dr. King – I can’t help but think how different our world would be if Dr. King had not been assassinated . This video explains how Dr. King went off script and began what became one of his most iconic speeches. Mahalia Jackson singing at Dr. King’s funeral:
Fall 2019
What books do you think are important for Common Reads for incoming college freshmen? Leave you reply or send me an inbox with your ideas!
Armenian Genocide
Yesterday the world marked another year in which the genocide in Armenia is called a civil war. Not all countries are taking this view though.
Celebrating the Women of the Vietnam Conflict
Please join me again this year on Memorial Day – May 27, 2019 on the National Mall as we celebrate the roles that women played during the Vietnam Conflict.
Dance Worlds Collide This Month
This month the celebration of two of the dance world’s greats will collide in an explosion of celebration and drama. Bob Fosse and Merce Cunningham will once again take our breath away as their choreography is displayed in recreations meant to inform and honor their talent and lives. Fosse/Verdon FX will release drama Fosse/Verdon is…
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