Hellenic College Course | Neuroscience and Orthodoxy

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Your purpose in life is one of the most powerful psychological resources at your disposal. Research suggests having a high sense of purpose in life may:

Predict greater income and net worth;
Boost your academic achievement;
Help shield you from mental illness;
Protect your mind from the effects of Alzheimer’s disease;
Transform you into one of the most valuable members of the workforce.

Welcome to the Neuroscience of Purpose in Life, an Introduction to Neuropsychology, a course where we will explore the research underlying these claims, the relationship between neuroscience and spirituality, and apply principles from neuropsychology to help unlock your own authentic life direction. Every enrolled student will also have the option to use Aim77—a specialized algorithm-powered career platform to receive a list of real-world jobs personalized to their current aims in life and unique sense of calling. No prior knowledge of neuroscience required.

Course Delivery

The course will meet on campus as well as synchronously online for remote students.
Tuition

The cost is $1,500 for three credits. Auditors are welcome. Please inquire in the form above for more information.
Times and Class Dates

Mondays, 6:30 - 8:50 PM ET, January 22 - April 22. See the academic calendar.
Course Size

Enrollment of students taking the course for credit will be limited to preserve the character of the Hellenic College education.

About the Instructor

Max Ramseyer is a research assistant specialized in neuro-imaging techniques and an affiliate research associate at Mass General Brigham and Harvard Medical School for the Aware Lab and the Neurospirituality Lab, respectively. He has also served as a Teaching Fellow at the Harvard Graduate School of Education in Adult Development. He received his Bachelors degree from Duke University, a Masters degree from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology, and a Masters degree from Harvard University in the fields of psychology, neuroscience, education, and theology.

THE NEUROSCIENCE OF PURPOSE IN LIFE

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