Naropa Requirements

Core Curriculum

Core Philosophy

The core curriculum introduces the values, modes of inquiry and essential skills of contemplative education at Naropa University. Grounded in Naropa’s mission, they attempt to strike a living balance between scholarship, contemplative practice, artistic expression and civic engagement. This multidimensional approach to teaching and learning is unique to Naropa, reflecting its singular goal to bridge the gap between knowledge and wisdom.

Core Requirements

Excellence in education requires both breadth and depth of study; no single discipline stands alone. The core curriculum consists of a series of seminars and core area requirements designed to develop both breadth and depth of study and to prepare students for advanced study in their chosen major field.

Seminars
COR 110, 115	Writing Seminars I, II (6)
COR 130	Contemplative Practice Seminar (3)
COR 150	Diversity Seminar (3)
COR 210	Humanities Seminar (3)
COR 220	Civic Engagement Seminar (3)
SUBTOTAL	18
Area Requirements
Artistic Process (3)
Body-Mind Practice (3)
Cultural and Historical Studies (3)
Scientific Inquiry (3)
World Wisdom Traditions (3)
SUBTOTAL 15
TOTAL CREDITS 33