Journey Week 2024 Beyond Boundaries: Caring for Psyche, Soul

Join us for Pacifica Graduate Institute's signature annual event, Journey Week 2024, themed Beyond Boundaries: Caring for Psyche, Soul, and Imagination in a Posthuman Age. This transformative week will immerse you in the rich tapestry of depth psychology, featuring thought-provoking scholarship from PGI faculty and alumni, vibrant performances by local artists, and a variety of engaging activities.

Depth Scholarship from PGI Faculty and Alumni
At the heart of Journey Week 2024 lies a rich tapestry of depth scholarship from Pacifica Graduate Institute's esteemed faculty and accomplished alumni. Prepare to be captivated by insightful lectures, engaging panel discussions, and stimulating workshops that delve into the realms of depth psychologies, mythology, and the human experience in the post-human age.

Keynotes:

- Dr. Glen Slater: "Between Artificial Intelligence and Genuine Understanding: Why The Human Thought Process Matters"
- Dr. Sonu Shamdasani: "The Emergence of Jung's Cosmology: From the Mythless Predicament of Modernity to Personal Myths."
- Dr. Leonie H. Mattison: President/CEO, Pacifica Graduate Institute
- Dr. John Bucher: "The Oracle and the Algorithm: Our Search for Mythos in the Machine"
- Julie Tumamait-Stenslie: "The Sister Song"

Local Performing Artists
Complementing the academic discourse, Journey Week 2024 will showcase the talents of local performing artists. Through dance, music, and theatrical performances, these artists will explore the themes of psyche, soul, and imagination, offering a multidimensional and immersive experience for attendees.

Artists:
- Grupo Folklórico Fusión Mexicana- Dance Ensemble
- Iposi- Native American, Indigenous Women Veteran and Two-Spirit Drum Circle
- Shelly Rudolph - Featured Vocalist
- Mandala Art Installation with River Sauvageau and Evergreen Hicks

Workshops and Panel Discussions
Immerse yourself in a series of interactive workshops and thought-provoking panel discussions that will challenge your perceptions and expand your horizons. These engaging sessions will provide opportunities for hands-on learning, personal reflection, and lively debates on topics that lie at the intersection of psychology, mythology, and the post-human age.

Join Us for Other Journey Week Events
Thursday, September 26th 7:00 PM - Cinema and Psyche in partnership with Illuminate Film Festival
Aware: Glimpses of Consciousness Film Screening and Panel Discussion with Film Director and PGI Faculty (Separate Registration Required)
Registration link: https://pacifica.secure.retreat.guru/program/aware-glimpses-of-consciousness-film-screening/?form=1&lang=en

Myth Fest!
With the Joseph Campbell Foundation and PGI's Myth Department
Friday, September 27th - 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Pacifica Ladera Lane Campus, 801 Ladera Ln, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Meet working mythologists, learn about Pacifica's Myth Program, and register for a mythic writing workshop with the Joseph Campbell Foundation.
9/27, 3-4pm Joseph Campbell Mythic Writing Workshop (Separate Registration Required)
Registration link: https://www.jcf.org/event-details/myth-fest-jcf-writing-workshop-registration

Whether you are a student, a professional, or simply someone seeking intellectual and personal growth, Journey Week 2024: Beyond Boundaries, promises to be an unforgettable celebration of intellect, creativity, and community that highlights the depth psychological scholarship that makes a Pacifica Graduate Institute education so relevant for the challenges of our times. Join us in this extraordinary exploration of the human psyche, soul, and imagination as we navigate the complexities of our modern world.

URLs:
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2604200-0?pid=176
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/2604200-2?pid=176

Price:
General Admission: USD 99.00

Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm