CIIS Expressive Arts Therapy

11/22/2024

Join us for Thangs Taken: Rethinking Thanksgiving, an annual gathering that reclaims and reshapes the narrative around this colonial holiday. Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with us as we honor Native resistance and resilience through art, music, dance, ancestral knowledge, and oral storytelling🍁

11/20/2024

The Expressive Arts Therapy Program (EXA) of the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) is accepting applications for one full-time core faculty position.

Full description, list of essential duties, requirements, preferred qualifications, and more found in the application portal: https://ciis.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=061225119A28C3A2A43E81F0F9E32652?JOBID=182220

11/16/2024

Music therapy offers a multitude of benefits for both mental and physical health. It can reduce stress and anxiety by promoting relaxation and emotional expression. Also, it has been shown to improve mood, cognitive impairments, and can enhance memory and communication skills. Music can support physical rehabilitation by improving motor skills and coordination through rhythm and movement exercises. Share any song that’s been speaking to you recently in the comments below! 🎶🎼🎵🎤🎧🎸🥁🎹🎺🎻🎷🪗🪇🪈🪘

11/11/2024

Today!! Do you want to find out more information about what the expressive arts therapy program at CIIS has to offer? Copy the link below to attend a FREE information session!

Using a wide range of art modalities, the EXA program cultivates a therapeutic approach with individuals, couples, families, and community-based programs. During this info session you are given the opportunity to ask questions and see if we’re the right fit for you🍃🎨🎭🎶✏️💃🏿

https://www.ciis.edu/events/expressive-arts-therapy-online-info-session-nov11-2024

11/11/2024

Today, we come together in remembrance of the military service members who have dedicated their lives in service🕯️

Join us in commemorating Veterans Day by participating in our virtual remembrance wall. We invite you to share and post your heartfelt tributes, cherished stories, or treasured photos of the veterans you wish to honor and remember. Help us keep the spirit of Veterans Day alive in our hearts and minds.

Copy this link: https://padlet.com/VMC_CIIS/veterans-digital-remembrance-wall-zoiv5keciausmk21

Also, on November 18th 10-11:30 AM PST: The Veteran and Military Connected Students Virtual Community Commons is a monthly gathering tailored specifically for students with military backgrounds or connections. It provides a supportive space where individuals can come together to share experiences, seek guidance, or simply enjoy the company of peers who understand their unique journey,

on zoom: Meeting ID: 810 283 5430
https://ciis.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=aa76d7c8e2a286bba32a189a5&id=1b0f65acd2&e=e3c2e8ae87

10/24/2024

Exploring the depths of the human mind through creativity and expression. 🎨🧠

10/24/2024

Stay focused 🌻Trust the process ☀️

08/31/2024

Another successful retreat in the books!!🪻🪻🪻 Welcoming you warmly to the 2024 Fall Semester, we know you’re going to do great!! We’re already so proud of the hard work ethic, vulnerability, and authenticity our students have displayed- simply from showing up as themselves☀️

06/05/2024

Tomorrow on ZOOM!!: https://www.ciis.edu/events/summer-info-fair

06/05/2024

06/05/2024

CONGRATULATIONS CIIS CLASS OF 2024!! 🎓

If any EXA students would like to send over their graduation photos to be shared on our page, please do so!! We would love to celebrate YOU! 🎉🎊

06/05/2024

CIIS was overjoyed to hold its 56th Commencement on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Festivities began at the Sydney Goldstein Theater in San Francisco with a commencement reception on Mission campus.

If any EXA students would like to send over their graduation photos to be shared on our page, please do so!! We would love to celebrate YOU! 🎉🎊