Religion, Spirituality, and Holistic Studies
The holistic approach is also characterized by inter-disciplinarity, a concern with qualitative and quantitative analysis, and the inclusion of nontraditional content from different cultures and traditions. Used wisely, the holistic approach can be a powerful critical and synthetic tool. Learners often undertake holistic studies because they aim to add academic depth and qualifications to the skills they have already obtained in order to earn certification. Likewise, many go on to do graduate work in transpersonal psychology, acupuncture, homeopathy, movement therapy, and other expressive therapies.
Some examples of study projects created by UI&U's undergraduate learners and their mentors:
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The holistic approach, although relatively new to formal college study, has deep roots in Western and world cultures. A holistic education recognizes that the emotions, soul, and spirit are educable and as important for human development and meaning as is the education of the intellect and moral sense. Spirituality and religion, for this reason, have a home in holistic studies. 