course structure
UCONJ 531 is a highly interactive, experiential course held in person at the South Campus Center in Seattle. Please note that there is currently no option for Zoom or remote learning. Each session introduces a topic in mind-body medicine, providing students the opportunity to practice related skills. The course structure typically includes:
- Guided Meditation: Start with a calming meditation to center the group.
- Group Check-In: A brief discussion to share thoughts and set the tone for the session.
- Topic Introduction: The facilitator introduces the topic of the week, tailored to the interests of the participants.
- Group Practice: Engage in experiential exercises related to the topic.
- Debrief: Reflect on and discuss the experience as a group.
- Closing Meditation: End the session with a final meditation.
topics covered
- Guided Imagery
- Spirituality
- Moving Meditation
- Dialogue with Symptoms
- Guided Relaxation
- Autogenics/Biofeedback
- Journaling
- Mindful Eating
Mind-Body Medicine is an elective interprofessional education (IPE) course for students from Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Social Work, Dentistry, Public Health and the MEDEX physician assistant program through the Center for Health Sciences Interprofessional Research and Practice (CHSIE).
Enroll in this course through your course catalogs for UW Health Sciences, for example, UW School of Medicine.
Course schedule
This course is typically offered once a year in the autumn quarter. Students should be prepared for a similar class schedule:
Evening Session 1x week: 6:00 PM – 8:50 PM
Morning Session 1x week: 8:30 AM – 10:50 AM
Please plan your time accordingly to meet course requirements.
registration details
Capacity: Limited to 12-15 students per section.
Priority is given to current health science graduate students.
expectations and requirements
- Daily Mindfulness Practice: Students are expected to practice mindfulness daily.
- Reflection and Discussion: Respond to reflection questions and participate in online discussions between sessions.
- Final Course Reflection: A reflective piece is required to receive course credit.
- Attendance: Participation and attendance at all sessions are mandatory. Any absences must be pre-approved by the faculty.
