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Sofia University prepared me for working with my clients in a way that was just incredible.

Dr. Yon Walls

Author & Licensed Psychotherapist
Private Practice
Class of 2023

Dr. Adriana Popescu

Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Private Practice
Class of 2001

Dr. Yon Walls

Author & Licensed Psychotherapist
Private Practice
Class of 2023

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Tuesday, October
15
2024
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MA in Transpersonal Psychology Program Information Session

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22
2024
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PhD in Transpersonal Psychology Program Information Session

Wednesday, November
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2024
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Paying homage to the life and legacy of Dr. Allan Cahoon - "The Change Maker"

Dr. Allan Cahoon, President Emeritus of Sofia University (U.S.) and Honorary President of Shanghai Lida University (China) passed away on Friday, April 4th, 2024, in Victoria, British Columbia after a three-year journey with Cancer. Dr. Cahoonโ€™s time at Sofia University, first as a member of the Board of Trustees (2018-2019), then as Acting President (2020), followed by three years as President (2020-2023), and, most recently, as Sofiaโ€™s President Emeritus and a Sofia Research and Development Foundation Board Member, was a time of great joy for him.

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Introducing the Alumni Referral Program

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We believe our Alumni are our best advocates for voicing who are and what separates us from traditional universities, and with their help, weโ€™re positive we can grow our community.

Sofia University โ€“ Strategic Plan

Explore Our Strategic Plan Refresh

Discover our President’s vision for the future, developed collaboratively with input from across the university. Learn about our key priorities and initiatives focusing on innovation, excellence, and inclusivity.

Introducing the Pathways to Heart Podcast

Led by Dr. John Elfers, a Sofia Alumnus...

Sofia University is ecstatic to announce the soft launch of Sofia Universityโ€™s very own podcast โ€“ Pathways to Heart! The podcast is brought to you by Sofiaโ€™s Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning (CITL), led by Dr. John Elfers, Director of the CITL and Dissertation Office.

Announcing the publication of student-produced Sofiaโ€™s Wisdom Third Issue: Unity

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Sofia Universityโ€™s student-led magazine, Sofiaโ€™s Wisdom, is back with a new publication! The third edition, Unity, is a strong image of the empowered, engaging, change-makers who freely share themselves and their passions with their community. This edition features some brilliant guiding lights in the form of student articles and art that exemplifies that theme. Indulge within these pages, and join us in Unity.

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University News

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Sofia University President Emeritus, Dr. Allan Cahoon was a gay academic who made it easier for future queer scholars to thrive.

Sofia UniversitySeptember 26, 2024
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The Orange County Register: Sofia University in the Tech Space

Sofia UniversityAugust 21, 2024
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Listen to KLAA Community Cares Interview With Sofia University

Sofia UniversityAugust 21, 2024
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