Students

From students....

“The curriculum revolves around getting right out into the world and gaining confidence in my own personal skills and creative thinking. The college has offered me diverse and practical skills of how to do business magnetically and ethically.”
—N.H., Florida

“The creative program here is dynamic and encompassing. It has helped me expand my creative consciousness and changed my perspective on life. Whether it be art, music or drama, each discipline expands my awareness to a more conscious way of living. This new expansion flows into all other classes to help me live more connected to spirit—our true source of creativity, joy and peace.”
—M.E., Texas

“Through the daily practice of yoga, along with the heart-opening quality of the classes in general, there is a balance being created between my head and my heart. This balancing of my mind with my heart’s deeper feelings has allowed me to understand the world in a more profound way.”
—S.H., Sacramento

“I love the emphasis on service and cooperative living. Whether it’s doing dishes, gardening, or housekeeping, I enjoy contributing to the stewardship of our campus. I’ve learned to keep active with a positive attitude that helps maintain an uplifting atmosphere. I’m developing good skills and habits about cultivating a balanced life with inner peace as I live cooperatively with such a lively and diverse group of people. Here, we have the freedom to create a quiet, contemplative rhythm to our days, or one that is active and engaged.”
—K.H., Minnesota

“I’ve always been one who asks big questions about life and wants to contribute to the world in a meaningful way. Going deeper into yoga philosophy has helped me find greater balance, harmony, and peace in myself, and I am better able to share that with others in all that I do.”
—C.H., California

“I really enjoy the open, positive attitude of the people who live here. The community offers ample opportunity for self-growth and self-transformation, and the chance to create meaningful friendships based on shared spiritual goals.”
—A.G., New York

“I came here to learn to teach from a spiritual perspective. Here, I’ve learned more about teaching, about myself, and about life than I ever could have imagined. Living at a meditation retreat while attending college has completely transformed my life. I once dreamed of attending a college where spiritual growth is also a priority…where the instructors are wise and compassionate, and where people live in harmony as a big extended family. For me, the Ananda College is a dream come true.”
—M.F., Utah

“Since graduating I’ve helped build the house I’m currently living in—from framing to roofing to siding and more. The life skills I’ve learned at the college have expanded to all areas of my life. The lessons are ever-unfolding, bringing me ever-new joy!”
—T.G., Florida
Paramhansa Yogananda