Learning Beyond Borders: Transformative Learning for a Changing World
Sofia University’s Global Engagement Division reflects our commitment to a world where education, mental health, and human connection transcend borders. Grounded in Sofia’s transpersonal vision, we embrace the belief that true learning unites mind, body, and spirit, and that global understanding begins through authentic dialogue among diverse cultures.
Through our Global Engagement initiatives, we create meaningful opportunities for cross-cultural collaboration, experiential learning, and professional growth. From international conferences and bilingual degree programs to strategic global partnerships, our mission is to make transformative education accessible to learners and communities worldwide.
The Global Engagement Division advances Sofia University’s mission of holistic and cross-cultural education through three key branches: the Global Mental Health Conference, Global College, and the Global Campus, each serving as a gateway to deeper global connection and shared human understanding.
How We Create Impact
Global College
As a core initiative under Sofia University’s Global Engagement Division, Global College extends Sofia’s transpersonal education to a global audience through multilingual and cross-cultural academic programs. Established in 2020, Global College serves as the University’s global bridge, bringing together academic rigor, cultural understanding, and personal transformation for learners around the world.
Global College currently offers bilingual degree programs in Chinese and Korean, with planned expansion into Vietnamese, Spanish, and additional languages to create truly inclusive access to transformative higher education. Beyond degree pathways, the College also designs short-term study tours, immersive professional training programs, and specialized non-degree learning experiences for students, educators, and organizations across Asia, North America, and beyond.
To support its global mission, Global College operates offices in key regions worldwide. Among them, the Sofia University China Representative Office serves as the University’s only official and directly affiliated administrative office in the Asia-Pacific region, providing comprehensive services to students, alumni, and partners.
Global Conference on Advancing Mental Health
Since 2023, Sofia University has established the Global Mental Health Conference as an international platform for interdisciplinary psychological research and practice. Over the past three years, the conference has brought together more than 300 speakers from over 20 countries across four continents and has attracted more than 6,000 participants. The topics span consciousness studies, cognitive science, educational psychology, artificial intelligence, and emerging areas in mental health, reflecting Sofia University’s growing role in global psychological dialogue.
Participants include scholars from Stanford, Columbia, and Cambridge, as well as highly cited global researchers, communication leaders of the Royal Society, recipients of major APA awards, and fellows of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the American Philosophical Society.
Across its three editions, the conference has continued to develop its academic scope:
2023: The inaugural online event convened experts to discuss integrative approaches to human well-being and consciousness.
2024: A hybrid gathering in California expanded interdisciplinary exchange under the theme “Enlightened Minds, Compassionate Hearts, and Embodied Wisdom.”
2025: A virtual global summit broadened participation and discussion on resilience, compassion, and international collaboration.
The conference continues to connect perspectives from East and West, scientific research and lived experience, and theory and applied practice, contributing to a growing international community focused on psychological well-being.
Stay tuned for 2026 as we continue to grow this global movement for mental well-being.
2023- Advancing Mental Health
The inaugural 2023 Global Conference brought together mental-health professionals, researchers, and students worldwide for a three-day virtual exploration of integrative well-being. Sessions highlighted whole-person education, transpersonal therapy, post-pandemic resilience, and transformative growth.
Pre- and post-conference workshops: Crafting Personal Wellness, the ITA Symposium, and an EDD Fireside Chat turned insights into practice, establishing Sofia’s signature blend of scholarship and embodiment.
2024- Enlightened Minds, Compassionate Hearts, Embodied Wisdom
Held August 16–18 in Los Angeles and online, the 2024 conference expanded globally with satellite events in Shanghai, Seoul, and London. Seven thematic tracks explored consciousness studies, holistic education, youth resilience, integrative medicine, and community well-being. Across three immersive days: keynotes, panels, and experiential sessions—participants cultivated dialogue linking intellect, empathy, and embodied practice. The event marked a milestone in hybrid learning and intercultural collaboration.
2025- Intercultural Dialogue: Solutions for a New Age
The 2025 virtual edition focused on bridging cultures, disciplines, and systems through dialogue. Featuring keynote speakers including Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, Dr. Cassandra Vieten, and Dr. Regina Hess, discussions explored “inner and social bridges” for collective transformation.
Though condensed into a single day, the program maintained depth and diversity, continuing Sofia’s tradition of uniting scholarship, spirituality, and real-world impact across continents.
Featured Past Speakers
Across three transformative years, the Sofia Global Conference has welcomed an extraordinary lineup of international thought leaders, including
Together, these voices reflect Sofia’s mission to unite science, spirituality, and social transformation through global dialogue.
Global Campus
More Details Coming Soon
Our Global Campus initiative will further extend Sofia’s reach, offering immersive global learning experiences and new platforms for international collaboration. Stay tuned for more information.
Together, these initiatives embody Sofia University’s commitment to fostering global dialogue, diversity, and the holistic development of every learner.
Global Engagement Team
Activities
Stay connected with our latest workshops, seminars, and collaborative events where learning, community, and global engagement come together.
