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Alumnx Relations

Naropa University has more than 8,000 alumnx who are leaders in their fields, entrepreneurs, healers, educators, and innovators. They start businesses, nonprofits, private practices, and innovative community organizations. They show up differently in their fields because they are unshakeable and grounded, while exuding compassion and non-judgment.

As an alumnx of Naropa, you shared a journey that shaped who you are today—and who you are in the world. We invite you to stay engaged with the Naropa community and join us for Community Practice Day, Losar (Lunar New Year Celebration), Community Week, and various events throughout the year. As unique as our alumnx are, they each share one powerful commitment: “to meet the world as it is and change it for the better.” Explore resources, ways to connect, and share your story with us!

After graduating from Naropa, life brings wonderful opportunities and exciting adventures that takes you places you never imagined you would go. We want to hear your stories and successes. By providing us your updated information we can help you stay connected with Naropa in a variety of ways, including our monthly e-newsletter and receiving reminders about upcoming events (virtual and in person), as well as help you stay connected with your fellow alumnx and classmates.

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Alumnx News

The Office of Alumnx Relations offers a variety of services and resources to Naropa University alumni, including:
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Alumnx News

This is a recently launched repository of professional news related to our graduates. 

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Alumnx Love Stories

Naropa alumnx were asked to share their Naropa Love Stories—expressing their love for Naropa and/or how they found love in the Naropa community. Enjoy their stories.

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Alumnx Reunion Weekend 2025

Join us this October for Alumnx Reunion Weekend 2025. 

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Making the World a More Beautiful & Just Place

One Naropa Graduate at a Time

Paula Gasparini-Santos painting a work of art on a canvas resting on the floor

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The Marriage of Art and Healing

The two paths of art and therapy converge in the heart of Paula Gasparini-Santos. She has cultivated her passion for helping others navigate trauma and creates artwork that is as...
about The Marriage of Art and Healing
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The Art of Being a Better Human

“Looking back, there’s a peeling away of the layers that happens over time with basic teachings on nonattachment,” Brooks Witter (MA, 2005) says. “Just today, homeschooling my kid, I came...
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Spiritual First Responders

"As long as the arc of history bends, it bends toward justice. Now is not the time for trepidation or cowering, but boldness and vision. I have said that the...
about Spiritual First Responders
Naropa alumnx Joshua Brailler

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Liberation Through Buddhadharma

Joshua Braillier (MDiv, 2016) took quite a leap when he left a premier law school for Naropa’s Buddhist divinity program....
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Kemba Douglas, beautiful black woman wearing a yellow shirt and yellow floral shawl, in front of a waterfall.

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Investing in Representation

Multi-passionate Kemba Douglas (MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling) is utilizing her education to step into her power and provide service to the Boulder community....
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Tai Amri Spann-Ryan

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Illuminating Injustice

“Injustice is my greatest illuminator,” says educator, biodynamic farmer, and artist, Tai Amri Spann-Ryan (BA Writing & Literature, ’05). “The war on the poor, the war in Palestine and Israel....
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Healing Through Presence

Grasmick works in private practice as a transpersonal somatic psychedelic therapist, yoga and meditation teacher, and breathwork guide...
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Episode 59. Bari Tessler: The Art of Money

Naropa Alumna Bari Tessler Linden, M.A., is a Financial Therapist, Mentor Coach, Mama-preneur, and the Founder of The Art of Money. She has guided thousands of people to new, empowered,...
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Entrepreneurial Mindset Case Study: Death as Teacher

A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, Seth Viddal (BA Interdisciplinary Studies, '19) describes his professional life following active duty as diverse, unpredictable, and exceptionally fun.“...
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Tosha Jorden and Christina Shore, both alumnx of Naropa’s MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling: Somatic Counseling program

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Embracing the Awkward

Many of us consider awkwardness as something we try to avoid. For Tosha Jorden (BA Contemplative Psychology, '15, MA,'19) and Christina Shore ('19), alumnx of Naropa’s MA in Clinical Mental...
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Curiosity & Compassion

As executive clinical director and founder of Embodied Mind Mental Health, Daniel Cook (MA Transpersonal Counseling Psychology, 2011) draws on his Naropa education in both his personal and professional life....
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Building a Home at Naropa

As a graduate student in Religious Studies, Anthony Gallucci (MA Religious Studies, 2020) made a huge impact both academically and in the wider community of Naropa and Boulder....
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If you have questions or ideas to share, please get in touch with The Office of Alumnx Relations by email:

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Located in Boulder, Colorado, Naropa University is a Buddhist-inspired, nonsectarian liberal arts university that is recognized as the birthplace of the mindfulness movement. Naropa offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs that emphasize professional and personal growth, intellectual development, and cultivating compassion. 

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Contemplative education brings together the best of Western scholarship and Eastern world wisdom traditions. Therefore, your pursuit of wisdom at Naropa means learning both about academic subjects and about your own place in the world. This innovative approach places Naropa on the cutting edge of the newest and most effective methods of teaching and learning.  

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Through its incredibly vibrant and welcoming community,  “Naropa offers a home for those who aren’t willing to conform to convention—the mystic, the healer, the prophet, the rebel, the artist, the revolutionary, the oddball—those who are incredible contributors to the evolution of society and of our planet.”—Core Associate Professor Zvi Ish-Shalom

The Naropa Difference

How is Naropa different from other universities? At Naropa, a liberal arts education balances rigorous academics with powerful interpersonal skills and self-awareness to educate the whole person. Naropa’s contemplative approach is inspired by Buddhist philosophy and the conviction that we can build a diverse, contemplative, enlightened society when we have transformed education to affirm the basic goodness of every person. 

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Naropa University campuses are closed on 05/06/2026. 

From Naropa University: Due to adverse weather conditions, all Naropa campuses will be closed on 05/06/26. All classes that require a physical presence on campus will be canceled. Classes that are delivered online in our low-residency programs are to meet as scheduled.

Regardless of Naropa University’s decision, if you ever believe the weather conditions are unsafe, please contact your supervisor and professors.

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Spring and Summer Start Dates for the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Concentrations

In support of students and in response to federal legislation impacting financial aid for graduate students, Naropa University will be accepting applications for MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling for spring starts through January 10.

Graduate School of Counseling concentrations listed below will be offering online and low-residency courses to start their programs in January 2026 as well as our Summer 2026 terms.

Beginning a graduate program in Spring 2026 or Summer 2026 means that you will have access to apply for Graduate Plus loans as these loans will be eliminated at the federal level starting in Fall 2026.

Contact Admissions (admissions@naropa.edu) today to learn how you can begin the next step in your graduate education journey.

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