Volume 10 Issue 13| June 14, 2021
University News for Faculty and Staff
Commencement, Saturday, June 19, 1:00 p.m.
Commencement speaker

Dr. Yolanda Lewis-Ragland -
a prominent pediatric physician in Washington, DC, also an educator and author.
Alerts from MIU IT Dept - Phishing Emails
Please be advised that there is a new phishing email circulating MIU with the subject "Dear Friend", and asking for personal information.

Please DO NOT respond. If you see this email in your Inbox or Junk folder, please report as phishing. (Instructions for Reporting Phishing Email)
This is NOT from MIU IT Dept or MIU HelpDesk. Please look at the Senders email address.
Notice! Phishing Email from "Support@email.com"
The MIU IT Dept would like to notify all their Users of the following Phishing email:

Subject: WARNING : SYSTEM GENERATED QUOTA NOTICE !!! Mailbox quota notification for "erichards@miu.edu<mailto:erichards@miu.edu>". 
The "*****@miu.edu<mailto:******@miu.edu>" disk quota is nearly full. The email account currently uses 93.45% (46.73 MB/50 MB) of its disk capacity. The server detects that your mailbox quota has exceeded it's limits and needs to be Increased immediately to ensure smooth functioning of your email account. Kindly click here to use the Email Disk Usage tool at miu.edu:2096/?goto_app=Email_DiskUsage<qsera-fd447.web.app/#*****@miu.edu>, or ask the system administrator to upgrade your account to a larger quota. PLEASE NOTE: Failure to carry out the above as soon as possible could result in new incoming emails being blocked also outgoing emails would fail to deliver. The system generated this notice on 06/11/2021 08:14:19 pm. You can disable the "Quota::MailboxWarning" type of notification through the cPanel interface: miu.edu:2083/?goto_app=ContactInfo_Change<qsera-fd447.web.app/#****@miu.edu>

This email is directing you to an unknown and potentially dangerous website. Please mark/report this email as Phishing email. The email will be marked and deleted if you report it.
How to spot a government impersonator scam

  • Scammers call, email, or text you for money or information. But the government won’t. Anyone who calls, emails, or texts, asking for money or personal information and claims to be from the government is a scammer. Hang up and don’t respond to messages.
  • Scammers tell you how to pay — usually by wiring money, cryptocurrency, or gift card. Nobody legit will ever tell you to pay in any of those ways. If they call, hang up the phone. If they email, text, or message you, don’t click on any links. It’s a scam.
  • Even if your caller ID says it’s from the government, it could be a scam. Caller ID can be faked. Even if it shows the government agency’s real phone number, or even if it says something like “Social Security Administration,” it could be anyone calling from anywhere in the world. Don’t trust it.
Open Positions
Golden Dome Market

Assistant Produce Manager and Receiver - ensuring all products delivered to the store are handled, stored, and managed properly.    
Dishwasher - maintain kitchen work areas, equipment and utensils in a clean and orderly condition 
Server- responsible for coordinating entire food station and playing an integral role in ensuring customers have an enjoyable eating experience. 


Continuing Education Video Editor - Create quality multimedia content, including filming of video lectures in the studio and field and ensuring the correct formatting and presentation of videos according to client's needs and University guidelines.

Invincible America Department - 2 part-time badge checkers for the Women's Dome. This will allow the current Dome staff to have days off.

Please contact cpassos@miu.edu if you know of anyone who is interested and qualified to fill any of these open positions.

Maharishi School is currently interviewing for the following positions in the 2021-22 school year:Social Studies Teacher: full time, upper/middle school.

  • English Language Arts Teacher: upper School
  • College Counselor: part time, guiding students through college applications to acceptance. Can be combined with other positions.
  • Music Teacher: lower school, and middle/upper. Can be combined or separate.
  • 1st Grade Teacher: afternoons; math, science and social studies
  • 5th Grade Teacher: afternoons; science, social studies and SCI fundamentals
  • Children’s House Lead and Assistant Teachers: full or part time positions available. Montessori certification, or interest in training for certification, is desirable (AMI, AMS or MACTE for primary/3-6 yrs. level).

Contact Terry Weiss (tweiss@maharishischool.org)

Maharishi International University is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Health and Wellness
Danish PSA for Bike Helmets
Announcements
Announcing the publication and release of Red Wing, Rustin's short story collection

A graduate of the Vermont College MFA in Writing, Larson was an Iowa Poet at The Des Moines National Poetry Festival, and a featured poet at the Poetry at Round Top Festival.
Rustin is a poetry professor at Maharishi University, a writing instructor at Kirkwood Community College, and has also been a writing instructor at Indian Hills Community College.

Among his published books are Library Rain, Conestoga Zen Press, 2019 which was named a February 2019 Exemplar by Grace Cavalieri and reviewed in The Washington Independent Review of Books; Howling Enigma, Conestoga Zen Press, 2018; Pavement, Blue Light Press, 2017; The Philosopher Savant, Glass Lyre Press, 2015; Bum Cantos, Winter Jazz, & The Collected Discography of Morning, Blue Light Press, 2013; The Wine-Dark House, Blue Light Press, 2009; and Crazy Star, Loess Hills Books, 2005.

His honors and awards also include Pushcart Prize Nominee (seven times, 1988-2010); featured writer, DMACC Celebration of the Literary Arts, 2007, 2008; and finalist, New England Review Narrative Poetry Competition, 1985.
Have you ever wanted to visit to the Galapagos Islands? Now is your chance!
The David Lynch Foundation is partnering again with Charitybuzz! Now through June 17, you can bid on exclusive, one-of-a-kind experiences, including
  • an incredible 9-night expedition to the Galapagos Islands with Lindblad Expeditions
  • a virtual meeting with award-winning film and TV producer Brian Grazer
  • a signed script from award-winning Darren Aronofsky
  • and more! 

These experiences will make great Father’s Day gifts and will make the graduates in your life very happy!

Welcome Summer with a new adventure while supporting our mission to address the epidemic of trauma and toxic stress among high-risk adults and children. Proceeds from each winning bid benefits our work providing the Transcendental Meditation® technique to those who need it most. 

Visit Charitybuzz.com/DLF to see what you can win with your support!
Sustainable, Humane, and Ethical Products for an Enlightened World
Maharishi International University launches a new online store

The new Maharishi International University Store website focuses on materials that have been sustainably, humanely, and ethically sourced. Much of the clothing, gifts, and bedding is organic. The MIU Store also stocks the highest quality incense.

In addition, the site offers the most recent and comprehensive collection of books and recordings on Maharishi Vedic ScienceSM and its applications to every area of human life, including scientific research; Maharishi AyurVedaSM; books by TM Founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and his successor, Tony Nader, M.D., Ph.D., M.A.R.R.; CDs of Gandharva Veda and musical performances; videos; and much more.

As we close the doors on 2020-2021, we ask for your help in reaching our end-of-the-year fundraising goal of $120,000. A few generous donors will match every donation you make from now until June 30, dollar for dollar.

We want to thank all of you—our global school family—for your continued and loving support. Your gifts are greatly appreciated, whether it's your words of kindness or your gracious donations.

We will invest these matching dollars to provide programs that enrich student experience through our unique curriculum of Consciousness-Based education, as well as support recruitment and retention of top notch faculty.

Click on the link below to have your gift matched dollar for dollar, doubling your impact.
Dine-in Buffet Style Lunch Now Available!

Reservations preferred to be sure of available seating
How Dinning In For Lunch Works
COVID-SAFE Sticker or vaccination card is Required 

1. Make a reservation for the time you want to come.  
Café number is 641-470-1375

3. When you arrive, show the cashier downstairs your sticker

4. Come upstairs and choose what you want from the buffet

5. Sit down and enjoy your meal!

Curbside and Inside Take-Out is also still available

MENU THIS WEEK

Monday, June 14th
Lemon Rice
Grilled Tofu with pepper and zucchini
Spinach Pie (G, D)
Lemony Green Beans 
Roasted Potatoes and Carrots

Tuesday, June 15th
Indian Turmeric Rice
Chana Masala with Paneer (D)
Mixed Vegetable Curry
Zucchini
Butternut Squash

Wednesday, June 16th
Cashew Fried Rice
Sesame Tofu
Cauliflower Nut Loaf (D)
Broccoli and Carrots
Kung Pao Sweet Potatoes

Thursday, June 17th
Mexican Rice
Broccoli Paneer (D)
Spinach Enchiladas (D)
Zucchini
Mexican Potatoes

Friday, June 18th
Quinoa
Almond Crusted Baked Tofu
Lasagna (GF, D)
Broccoli
Mixed Vegetables

G= Gluten  D= Dairy  GF= Gluten Free

Café Phone Number
Order Here: 641-470-1375
Upcoming Events and Courses
New exhibition at Wege Gallery: Bachelor of Fine Arts Thesis Exhibition 2021

Show continues until June 18th
Advanced techniques June 19 & 20
It's not to late to Learn More about Our Upcoming Advanced Technique Course June 19th and 20th at the Peace Palace

“The purpose of Advanced Techniques is to take the experience to another, higher level. Advanced Techniques are like fertilizers; fertilizers bring better fruit to every tree. To enjoy greater achievement and fulfillment in life, take advantage of this beautiful program of Advanced Techniques to enrich the development of higher states of consciousness.” —Maharishi

Dear Meditators,
Here’s our final reminder of the dates for the required orientation meeting for Advanced Techniques. We look forward to seeing you there. Please let us know if you have any questions.


Reminder: An orientation meeting is an opportunity to learn more about Advanced Techniques. It is free, and there is no obligation to take the course. But if you want to learn an Advanced Technique at this time, you must attend the orientation meeting and then fill out an application form.

 Orientation & Application Meeting:
Friday, June 18th at 2 PM
Personal Instruction: June 19th • 2 PM to 10 PM
Checking Meeting: June 20th
 9:30AM for Night Technique
11:00AM for 2nd to 4th Technique

Dr. Wally DeVasier and Olga Hopkins
Maharishi Peace Palace Directors
NEXT U.S. NATIONAL YAGYA℠ PERFORMANCE JUNE 12 – 22

“The effect of the Yagyas is amazing—many I have talked to have noticed the same quality of experience as I have since they started.
“Life flows so much more softly, Support of Nature is constant in small and big ways, barriers are lifting.
“I feel at peace with everything.” — C.M.

The Maharishi National Yagya program offers everyone the opportunity to participate in very large Yagyas at a level that is comfortable for them, whatever that may be.

Although the National Yagyas were designed by Maharishi to uplift entire nations, the supporters of these Yagyas benefit, as well.

We are receiving so many reports of beautiful experiences, and so many stories of powerful support of Nature from participation in these massive Yagyas. To enjoy some of these experiences, visit the Experiences page on our web site. CLICK HERE

Transforming the Nation
Since the inception of the National Yagya program, we have seen hopeful signs—even breakthroughs—in national consciousness. But America is still very much in the midst of a major transformation—together with all our world family.

Our nation needs the powerful, continuing support of Natural Law from these big Yagyas to carry us through the turbulence that surrounds us.

The Sankalpa (intention) of the Yagya will be:
Coherence, peace, health, and prosperity
for the United States―and all of its people.
You're Invited

Daily meditation calls
Twice a day people all over the world join us on a 20-minute virtual mediation zoom call and you’re invited! These calls are a wonderful way to support yourself during these times of change and transformation.

You can connect to these calls via phone or by clicking the links below. 

Please do not post this information on social media. The phone system would not be able to handle that number of calls. Thank you!

DAILY MEDITATION CALL TIMES

MORNINGS
  • Live: Monday through Friday 6:00 AM
  • Replays: 5:00 AM (from previous morning), 7:30 AM, 8:15 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM
  • Live: Saturday and Sunday 7:30 AM
  • Replays: 5:00 AM (from previous morning), 6:00 AM (from previous morning), 8:15 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM

EVENINGS
  • Live: All 7 Days of the Week 5:00 PM
  • Replays: 4:00 PM (from previous evening), 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM, 9:00 PM, 10:00 PM, 11:00 PM

or
  • ONE-CLICK MEETING ACCESS (mobile phone)
  • +16699006833,,177174913#
Have you been enjoying the wonderful, new videos from Dr. Tony Nader and other TM speakers. Where can you find the replays ?


Please note: Replays will usually be posted within 2-3 days after the live event.
Maharishi YogaSM Asanas and Pranayama Online Group Instruction and Practice

Followed by a 20-minute Online Group Meditation.
Offered two times per week!

Led by Maharishi International University Faculty
Special Articles
New eBook - All Love is Directed to the Self
During a lecture in Humboldt, California, 26 August 1970, answering a question on the meaning of personal love, Maharishi gives a profound and comprehensive vision of the whole range of love.
Enjoy this eBook with audio along with the text from Maharishi's lecture which includes some special pictures of Maharishi.

To open the eBook, click here or on the picture above. We highly recommend viewing it on a computer with Google Chrome as this gives a very full and enjoyable experience. Please turn the pages slowly and wait for the audio bar to begin playing on the selected pages with audio. The first audio bar appears on page 4 after the title pages.

To view more eBooks, please click here. We kindly request not to repost this eBook or any of the pictures in the eBook on any social media platforms.
The Maharishi Vedic Observatory is the collection of instruments that makes it possible to observe Natural Law as it is displayed in the universe, and it quietly aligns individual awareness with the evolutionary direction of Natural Law.
—Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
What Is Immune Regenerative Medicine, and Can TM Practice Be Useful in Recovery? | 51:24 
An interview with Dr. Dipnarine Maharaj

Dipnarine Maharaj, M.D., is a pioneer in Regenerative Medicine. He is the Founder and Medical Director of the South Florida Bone Marrow/Stem Cell Transplant Institute and its affiliates, the Stem Cell Cryobank and the Advanced Stem Cell Education Program for HealthCare Professionals.

Dr. Maharaj earned his medical degree from the University of Glasgow Medical School, Scotland, and completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine and Hematology followed by specialist fellowship training in Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Stem Cell Transplantation at the University’s Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Scotland.

He has had numerous publications in leading medical journals, including the Journal of Clinical Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplantation, the British Medical Journal, and The Lancet.

Dr. Maharaj discusses his pioneering work and the potential of the TM technique for eliminating stress and strengthening the immune system.
Humor Corner
TM in the News
The Beatles — the trip to India that changed everything

The band’s exploration of Indian spirituality profoundly altered their music and put a powerful stamp on ’60s counterculture, as well as attitudes to the country itself Nirpal Dhaliwal MAY 31 2021
Their odyssey began in 1966 with a brief stopover in Delhi when returning to London from touring Japan and the Philippines. Harrison had insisted on the visit, having inherited a love of Indian music from his mother and incorporating the sitar into their recent song, “Norwegian Wood”. Their interest grew during a 1967 stay at a meditation retreat in north Wales, where, accompanied by Mick Jagger and Marianne Faithfull, they first met the Maharishi. They were there when their mentor and manager, Brian Epstein, died of an overdose in London: they were counselled in their grief by the Maharishi.

The next year brought that famous stay in Rishikesh, where they were joined in their daily meditations and discourses with their guru by the likes of Donovan, Mia Farrow and Mike Love of The Beach Boys.

Full Article Here
The Beatles in India: ‘With their long hair and jokes, they blew our minds!’

Andrew Male 3 Jun 2021
Two new documentaries offer intriguing insights on how the Beatles’ 1967 escape to study transcendental meditation shaped the band and India, baffled the KGB – and saw Ringo survive on a diet of baked beans

In 1968, Paul Saltzman was a lost soul. The son of a Canadian TV weatherman, he was working as a sound engineer for the National Film Board of Canada in India when he received a “Dear John” letter from the woman he thought was going to be his wife. “I was devastated,” he says. “Then someone on the crew said: ‘Have you tried meditation for the heartbreak?’”

Saltzman went to see the Maharishi Mahesh Yogi – the founder of transcendental meditation – speak at New Delhi University. Emboldened by promises of “inner rejuvenation”, Saltzman then travelled to the International Academy of Meditation in Rishikesh. It was closed, due to the arrival of the Beatles.

“I didn’t even know the Beatles were in India,” Saltzman says. “I waited outside for eight days and then I was taken to a small room where I was taught transcendental meditation. What replaced the agony [of the breakup] was bliss.”

Saltzman is now 78, and his new film, Meeting the Beatles In India, is one of two forthcoming documentaries on the subject. With narration by Morgan Freeman, and contributions from director David Lynch and Beatles biographer Mark Lewisohn, it is expansive and grand, but at its heart is the smaller, affecting tale of Saltzman himself.

“You can tell the Beatles’ story so many different ways,” says Indian film director, Ajoy Bose, when I mention Saltzman’s story. “I always felt that the India part of the Beatles saga was bigger than Rishikesh.”

Bose’s film, The Beatles and India, maps a longer saga: a three-year journey, from when George first picked up a sitar on the set of Help!, via their brief sightseeing trip to Delhi in July 1966, to George’s friendship with sitar virtuoso Ravi Shankar and his recording of Wonderwall Music with classical Indian musicians in the HMV Bombay studios.

“For me, this isn’t a story about the Maharishi,” says Bose. “It’s about four working-class lads from Liverpool, who got deeply into Indian culture, when George was the de facto leader of the group.” Some got into it more deeply than others; worried about the spicy food, Ringo arrived with a suitcase full of tins of Heinz baked beans to sustain him.

Running parallel to that tale, Bose’s film tells the equally fascinating story of how and why India fell in love with the Beatles. “I discovered them when I was about 12 or 13,” says Bose. “I was from the English-speaking Bengali middle-classes, who had been into Elvis Presley, Jim Reeves and Doris Day, and who were naturally bi-cultural. PG Wodehouse was our sense of humour, and that’s why I think there was an immediate connection with the Beatles: the wit.
HEADLEY, Nellasue “Susie”
by Obits May 30, 2021 

Susie was born in Los Angeles, California on March 6, 1931. She was 90 years old when she was called to heaven on May 11, 2021 in Longmont, Colorado. She passed peacefully at home surrounded by devoted and adoring family members. 
It was during 1967 that Susie and Tom met Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of the Transcendental Meditation (TM) Movement, and learned to meditate. Tom told Susie it was what he had been searching for all of his life. Before long, they became the beloved National Leaders of the TM Movement in the U.S.A., and the president and vice president of Maharishi’s World Plan Executive Council whose objective was to usher in the Age of Enlightenment, bringing heaven to earth through TM & the TM siddhis program. They travelled extensively throughout the world supporting Maharishi’s desire to spread the benefits of meditation to the West.

They were married for 52 years, until Tom passed in 2002.