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Explore the wisdom and transformative power of Zen with a minor that blends meditative practice, cultural traditions, and embodied arts. Grounded in experiential learning, this interdisciplinary program includes training in Zen and Koan meditation, Chinese contemplative philosophy, ritual, literature; and movement-based arts. Courses encourage focused attention, self-awareness, and cross-cultural reflection, while offering tools to slow down, breathe, and engage more fully with the present moment. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, stress reduction, or intellectual insight, this minor complements any major with skills that last a lifetime.
A minor in Zen and Contemplative Studies equips you with lifelong tools for focus, resilience, and self-awareness—skills increasingly valued in today’s fast-paced world. Through meditation, movement, and cross-cultural study, you’ll learn to manage stress, sharpen attention, and approach challenges with clarity and calm. Whether you pursue a career in health, education, the arts, or business, this minor enhances emotional intelligence, communication, and mindfulness—essential for leadership and well-being. It’s not just preparation for a career, but for a more balanced, thoughtful life.
The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2025–26 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.
15 or 16 credits, which must be taken at Brooklyn College or with departmental approval, and which must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
The courses are distributed as follows.
All of the following four courses (10 credits):
One of the following courses (3 credits):
One of the following courses (2 or 3 credits):
4231 Boylan Hall E: alonso@brooklyn.cuny.edu P: 718.951.5451
4107 Boylan Hall E: cchang@brooklyn.cuny.edu P: 718.951.5451
