Contemplative Technologies of Light and Sound

Schedule

Thu, 09 Oct, 2025 at 09:00 am to Fri, 10 Oct, 2025 at 05:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

403 Emmet St S | Charlottesville, VA

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The Contemplative Sciences Center is convening a two-day public symposium on contemplative technologies of light and sound.
About this Event

This symposium asks: How can contemplative practices and emerging technologies be coupled to revitalize the human capacity for sensemaking? What new paradigms for human flourishing might emerge from this encounter? In response to these questions, we will feature and explore original research presentations, immersive art exhibits, and facilitated practices using technologies such as Virtual Reality, and light and sound immersion. Panel presentations and roundtable discussions are organized into four thematic sessions:
I. Aesthesis: Studies in Sensemaking
II. Seeing: Studies in Light & Darkness
III. Hearing: Studies in Sound & Silence
IV. Syn-Aesthesis: Mingling Senses


Venue - The Contemplative Commons
With its state-of-the-art biophilic architecture and its mission to advance transdisciplinary approaches to human flourishing, UVA’s new Contemplative Commons offers a singular venue for this gathering. The building thematizes the integration of art, nature, and technology through biophilic design intended to evoke awe and support exchange. Designed to engage students, faculty, and the broader public, the symposium invites audiences to participate directly in sensory-based, techno-art experiences.


More Information: https://csc.virginia.edu/event/light-sound-symposium

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403 Emmet St S, 403 Emmet Street South, Charlottesville, United States

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