Global Good News: Excellence in Action


	Alumnus says MIU was the best period of his life 17 September 2021 Maharishi International University alumnus Roman Magar enjoyed his time in the MBA Accounting Programme and is now assistant vice president of a bank in Maryland, USA. (more)
	New scientific studies on Transcendental Meditation in 2021 12 September 2021 Five new research studies examine the effects of Transcendental Meditation, providing further objective verification of a broad range of benefits to overall health. (more)
	MIU alum creates new online financial platform 5 September 2021 Maharishi International University (MIU) alumnus Mathias Abdissa from Ethiopia created a new online financial platform, which allows people in Africa to open an FDIC-insured US bank account. (more)
	Studying while traveling 31 August 2021 Jordan Curcio appreciates the flexiibility of Maharishi International University's online classes that he can take while traveling and experiencing other cultures. (more)
	Enjoying MIU's Consciousness-Based Education online 25 August 2021 Emily Newman found her experience of online education very satisfying, because she experienced much enthusiasm and support from her teachers during class and she got to know classmates from around the world. (more)
	Accounting professional studies software development and finds happiness 19 August 2021 Accounting professional Bipin Regmi from Nepal found studying software development and learning Transcendental Meditation at Maharishi International University to be very good for him. (more)
	Connecting the African American community with Africa through business 12 August 2021 Maharishi International University alumni Leo Alexander III plans to use the untapped economic opportunities on the African continent to help African Americans and those in Africa itself. (more)
	MIU alum is expanding renewable energy in Fairfield 5 August 2021 For the past 15 years, Maharishi International University alumni Michael Moore has worked in the area of renewable energy, and is now helping Fairfield, Iowa, transition to 100 percent renewable energy. (more)
	Outstanding MBA student at MIU 30 July 2021 Aalok Prakash Shrivastava received the Outstanding Student Award from the Business department at Maharishi International University (MIU) and is now enrolled in the MA in Consciousness and Human Potential programme. (more)
	MIU Computer Science alumnus and Daoist master awarded honorary doctorate 24 July 2021 For his contribution to the Daoist tradition, to education, and to world peace and harmony, Maharishi International University awarded Master Zhang with an honorary doctorate at the 2021 commencement ceremony. (more)
	The remarkable story of Father Gabriel Mejia 19 July 2021 Father Mejia has incorporated the Transcendental Meditation technique into his 60 foundation shelters throughout Columbia and South America that serve thousands of orphans and young offenders. (more)
	Discovering a passion for the environment 12 July 2021 Jenna Doran, sign language interpreter, is majoring in applied arts and sciences with a minor in sustainable living at Maharishi International University and has a special interest in doing environmental work. (more)
	A solution for school bullying 5 July 2021 The Transcendental Meditation technique improves brain functioning so lack of impulse control and the aggression that contributes to bullying are less problematic. (more)
	Learning to enjoy stillness 30 June 2021 Simone Cabizuca, from Brazil, learned Transcendental Meditation to calm her anxiety and went on to get a degree in Maharishi Vedic Science at Maharishi International University. (more)
	Rediscovering girlhood’s lost vision 23 June 2021 At any age, we can regain our pure inner vision and sense of our infinite potential by revisiting the “deep well” at our center with the simple, effortless technique of Transcendental Meditation. (more)
	New branch campus of MIU opens in Los Angeles 17 June 2021 The first branch campus for the ever-expanding Maharishi Ayurveda & Integrative Medicine programme opened in Los Angeles, California, where students can take in-residence, clinical practical training. (more)
	From chef to organic farmer 11 June 2021 Christi Nickey, who grew up on a farm in Indiana, attended culinary school and worked as a chef, has returned to school to study organic, sustainable agriculture at Maharishi International University. (more)
	A comprehensive approach to student well-being 5 June 2021 Maharishi International University alumnus Raul Calderon, PhD is the executive advisor to the International Organization of Health, Sports, and Kinesiology (IOHSK). (more)
	New book on Ayurveda and nutrition 29 May 2021 Maharishi International University alumna Varsha Khatri recently published a book titled Think Healthy, Choose Healthy: Make Healthier Dietary and Lifestyle Choices through the Holistic Approach of Nutrition and Ayurveda. (more)
	Finding personal and professional fulfillment at MIU 22 May 2021 The Ukrainian couple, Eugene and Julia Rohozhnikov, enjoyed professional growth in the Computer Professional Program at Maharishi International University and felt nourished inside and out by their meditation practice and friends. (more)
	Inspiring others to be their best 16 May 2021 Montreka Dansby, who has a PhD and background in nutritional sciences, feels what she recently has learned in the Maharishi International University online MBA program has been very helpful. (more)
	Making dreams come true 10 May 2021 Raja Hassan Raza from Pakistan appreciates Maharishi International University's comprehensive approach to education that not only features qualified faculty, but also extensive career development and personal growth. (more)
	Exploring creativity through film 4 May 2021 Sherrie Greenfield is enjoying cinematic arts and new media major at Maharishi International University, where some classes offer her the freedom to create her own projects, and other courses emulate the atmosphere of an actual movie set. (more)
	Acquiring hard and soft skills at MIU 30 April 2021 With an advanced degrees from a university in Vietnam, Tam Van Vo appreciates the practical value of computer science master’s program at Maharishi International University (MIU) that helped him improve his skills and gain knowledge. (more)
	Staying agile in the rapidly changing business environment 24 April 2021 Faqir Khan started a nonprofit company to train others how to be adaptable in highly competitive business environments, and now is is pursuing an MBA in SAP Enterprise Resource Planning and business analytics. (more)
	A passion for environmental conservation 17 April 2021 Maharishi International University (MIU) sustainable living student Carolyna Doucette just completed an internship with the National Trust for the Cayman Islands, working on a native species conservation project. (more)
	Breaking boundaries 10 April 2021 Learning Transcendental Meditation and attending Maharishi International University helped Kristina Vitale on her personal development journey to overcome her fears and balance her personal life and career. (more)
	Interview with a champion of human rights 4 April 2021 Lena Alhusseini has been successfully addressing human rights for populations in need, and finds that Transcendental Meditation helps her feel sustained and energized. (more)
	Experiencing the fullness of life 28 March 2021 Johannes Schweigel enjoys Maharishi’s technologies for the growth of higher states of consciousness and strives to use his talents to contribute to a more harmonious society. (more)
	Pursuing personal, spiritual, and professional development 22 March 2021 Nahom Abegaze from Ethiopia has found personal, spiritual and professional growth while at Maharishi International University in Fairfield, Iowa, USA. (more)
	Milestone book: One Unbounded Ocean of Consciousness by Dr Tony Nader 16 March 2021 Dr. Nader offers ideas that can change the world in his new book, One Unbounded Ocean of Consciousness, where he reveals that the study of consciousness brings the practical benefits of enlightenment, peace and fulfillment. (more)
	MIU Professor wins industry award for research on wireless security 10 March 2021 Dr. Renuka Mohanraj, Associate Professor at Maharishi International University, has recently been honored as a Fellow of the Computer Science Research Council for her important research on wireless sensor networks data security. (more)
	More personal growth and deep rest with the TM Technique 4 March 2021 The Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique refreshes the mind and body, reduces stress, and increases intelligence and memory. (more)
	“Inner hygiene” as the foundation for strength and resilience 28 February 2021 Rashied Jibri, PhD, as a psychologist, psychotherapist, and Transcendental Meditation (TM) teacher, recommends TM because it structures the resilience and stability that protect one in negative situations. (more)
	Changing the trajectory of young lives 22 February 2021 Professor Maria Perser would like to bring the benefits of Transcendental Meditation to as many students as possible to change the trajectory of their lives. (more)
	Dive into yourself, a source of inspiration 16 February 2021 Maria Di Donna, a musician, singer, and songwriter, shares the amazing benefits she has experienced from her practice of Transcendental Meditation. (more)
	At MIU career training and personal development go hand in hand 10 February 2021 Maharishi International University graduates in the Master’s in Software Development are equipped with software development skills—along with increased creativity and stress-reduction from their Transcendental Meditation practice. (more)
	Being more awake to kindle the imagination 4 February 2021 James Shrosbree, Professor of Art at Maharishi International University (MIU), says that Transcendental Meditation helped him be more awake and see the world in ways to kindle his imagination. (more)
	Enlivening the basis of health and success 29 January 2021 Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the Founder of the Transcendental Meditation (TM) programme, explained the importance of the twice daily TM practice in a 1973 talk in Santa Barbara, California, USA. (more)
	Producing uplifting media 23 January 2021 Jessica Matschiner is earning a bachelor’s degree in cinematic arts and new media at Maharishi International University, and aims to help others to live their best selves. (more)
	Pursuing a MBA in Sustainable Business at MIU 17 January 2021 Chad Hays, who is studying studying entrepreneurship and sustainable business at Maharishi International University (MIU), already has a MD, a master’s in public health degree and a law degree. (more)
	From family videos to documentaries 11 January 2021 Maharishi International University student Zaria Spell has an ambitious plan to write a memoir and produce a documentary on African American heritage, including her own family, before she graduates. (more)
	TM gives one an underlying base of happiness in life 6 January 2021 Musician, author, and actor Ian Fowles has found benefits in all areas of his life from his daily practice of the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique. (more)
	Turning life into art 30 December 2020 Maharishi International University student Candice Rankin has an eclectic mix of personal and professional backgrounds she can draw on in the BFA in creative writing programme. (more)
	New book on consciousness and quantum theory 23 December 2020 Former Maharishi International University Professor Robert Boyer has a new book that offers a holistic interpretation of quantum theory, based on recent advances from physics, consciousness studies and Vedic Science. (more)
	How to do the right thing 16 December 2020 The key to effortless right behaviour is an awareness of our deep connection to everyone and everything, so our behavior spontaneously reveals and reflects our connectedness. (more)
	Training 10,000 software engineers in Mongolia 11 December 2020 Maharishi International University alumna Shagai Nyamdorj has founded a school in Mongolia that teaches students programming skills, and he wants 10,000 youngsters to become software engineers. (more)
	Teaching TM from coast to coast 5 December 2020 Maharishi International University (MIU) alumna Olivia Lopez loves teaching Transcendental Meditation (TM), and has taught in San Diego, Beverly Hills, Orlando and Tampa. (more)
	Venezuelan artist says TM is essential for his work 30 November 2020 MIU alumnus Edgard Camacho say that his daily Transcendental Meditation (TM) practice is essential for his work, as it helps him stay attentive, centered and focused. (more)
	New book: The Coherence Effect 24 November 2020 A new book, The Coherence Effect: Tapping into the Laws of Nature that Govern Health, Happiness, and Higher Brain Functioning, illustrates a profound law of nature governing health and human development—coherence heals. (more)
	TM—a helpful tool during this pandemic 17 November 2020 Krista Kim, a a contemporary artist, has experienced that Transcendental Meditation (TM) is an invaluable tool with benefits on many levels that support living a creative, fulfilling life. (more)
	MIU alumna opens vegan restaurant to support animal rights 12 November 2020 Maharishi International University (MIU) alumna Cheyanne Holliday is the founder of PEACE, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting compassion towards animals, and is also owner of a vegan restaurant that supports her nonprofit. (more)
	TM and the teenage brain 5 November 2020 Well-controlled studies on teens practicing the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique have shown that TM increases orderly, coherent brain functioning with positive effects on the teens' behaviour. (more)
	What do teens think of TM? 30 October 2020 Teens describe the experience of their practice of Transcendental Meditation(TM) and explain how it has made a difference in their lives. (more)
	When teenage girls meditate 22 October 2020 There are many benefits for teenagers who practice the Transcendental Meditation technique, including increase happiness and calmness, balanced hormones, more orderly thinking, and reduced PTSD and ADHD symptoms. (more)
	MIU alumnus exploring the permanence of structures 15 October 2020 Christopher Smith's studies at Maharishi International University (MIU) rekindled his love of art, and his dream to become an artist blossomed into his current career in the art world. (more)
	MIU MBA team ranks in top 1% in world competition 9 October 2020 Maharishi International University’s MBA teams performed exceptionally well again in the international Capsim Capstone business simulation, with one team finishing in the 99th percentile. (more)
	Meditation improves academic performance, at every school level 2 October 2020 Research on the effects of Transcendental Meditation in different age groups has found that all students, no matter what their age, benefit from the technique and have higher achievements than control groups. (more)
	Pursuing a healthy lifestyle and practice 27 September 2020 Dominique Ragland enjoyed a healthy Ayurvedic lifestyle at Maharishi International University (MIU) while getting her bachelor’s degree in Ayurveda Wellness and Integrative Health. Now she wants to open her own clinic. (more)
	Anxiety, genetics, and you 20 September 2020 Research has shown that Transcendental Meditation can encourage the expressions of genes that create a dramatic reduction in anxiety. (more)
	New book on how to create a world-class brain 13 September 2020 A new book, titled World-Class Brain: the Edge that Helps Peak Performers Succeed and How You Can Develop It, reveals the relationship of brain integration to peak performance. (more)
	MIU alumnus—the entrepreneurial manager 8 September 2020 Maharishi International University (MIU) alumnus Gareth Wallace likes working for companies that add value to people's lives and finds that Transcendental Meditation helps him deal with the pressure of business. (more)
	Promoting equity for all students 3 September 2020 Emily Torres, who recently received the Outstanding Student Award at Maharishi International University, is researching systems that make all young people feel included, regardless of disability, race, or culture.(more)
	TM is a rapid, side-effect way to reduce depression 27 August 2020 Transcendental Meditation (TM) can be used along with the standard treatments to accelerate the return to a happy, successful and progressive life. (more)
	Integrating health and personal development 20 August 2020 Heather Carlisle, a licensed cosmetologist and massage therapist, created an individualized major at Maharishi International University that integrated health and personal development. (more)
	Growing through supporting others 14 August 2020 David Samuel from India was an outstanding student in the MBA Accounting programme at Maharishi International University and now is working to help the small company, Ideal Energy, grow. (more)
	Patricia Saunders publishes book on the Maharishi Effect 9 August 2020 Patricia Saunders PhD coauthored the book An Antidote to Violence that examines 20 peer-reviewed studies of the Maharishi Effect and how it reduces societal tensions. (more)
	Multimedia artist enjoying career success and TM 4 August 2020 Successful multimedia artist YiZhou takes time out daily for the practice of Transcendental Meditation (TM) and feels TM would be beneficial for all age groups. (more)
	MIU student inspired by Maharishi's knowledge 31 July 2020 In less than two years after arriving at Maharishi International University, Alafair Turner learned advanced TM programmes, became a teacher of the Transcendental Meditation technique, and graduated as salutatorian. (more)
	New study shows brain changes associated with reduced stress 25 July 2020 A recent study found that Transcendental Meditation was associated with increased connectivity in the brain, as well as reduced stress, depression and anxiety. (more)
	Practicing TM together helps create a better world 20 July 2020 When 1% of a population practices Transcendental Meditation and its advanced techniques together in a group, there is a resulting positive change in the environment in the direction of a more orderly and harmoniously functioning society. (more)
	Family time during the pandemics 13 July 2020 Transcendental Meditation reduced the stress that families were feeling due to the restricted living situation, during the coronavirus quarantines, and resulted in increased harmony. (more)
	MIU student goes from from architect to software developer 8 July 2020 Maharishi International University (MIU) student Mohamed Alfidil Hassan from Sudan is studying software development because it offers great job opportunities. (more)
	How Transcendental Meditation helps you recover from heartache & trauma 3 July 2020 Transcendental Meditation has a healing effect on the body and can be emotionally uplifting, as one unlocks the tranquility beneath the tempestuous surface of the mind. (more)
	Signs of women’s rising influence in the world 28 June 2020 There are many signs of women everywhere naturally rising in consciousness and empowering one another to step up and create a better world in all spheres of life. (more)
	Innovative education for meditating girls aged 10-16 22 June 2020 Girls, who have learned Transcendental Meditation (TM), can take the amazing online course Ties to the Universe to gain an understanding and experience of their connection with natural laws. (more)
	Top 10 tips for creating a balanced teenager 17 June 2020 It’s important to understand and empathize with what teens are going through, and this blog gives some helpful tips from Ayurvedic Health that help bring balance to a teen's life. (more)
	Helping teens grow in times of crisis 12 June 2020 Young adults, who are experiencing challenges while observing the coronavirus quarantine protocol, find that Transcendental Meditation helps them achieve inner growth and break boundaries. (more)
	MBA students at MIU receive scholarships for CMA Exam 7 June 2020 The Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) recently awarded prestigious scholarships to nine Maharishi International University (MIU) students to facilitate passing the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exams. (more)
	Integrating creativity and wellness 2 June 2020 Maharishi International University (MIU) student Jessica Mauro wants to facilitate people’s healing through an integrative process of mind/body medicine and empower them to work towards their health goals. (more)
	The Transcendental Meditation technique develops the brain of high performers 28 May 2020 Research by Drs. Harung and Travis has found that the Transcendental Meditation technique is by far the most effective way to develop greater brain integration. (more)
	MIU students in China send protective masks to the MIU Fairfield campus 23 May 2020 When Chinese students heard about Maharishi International University’s need for personal protective equipment (PPE) due to the COVID-19 pandemic, several of them kindly donated 1000's of masks. (more)
	MIU student film to document Ethiopian student's reunion with family 18 May 2020 Maharishi International University (MIU) students will make a documentary film of MIU student Buay Riek's reunion (after a 21 year absence) with his family in Ethiopia. The film will explore the challenges faced by refugees. (more)
	TM helps home schooling go more smoothly during the pandemic 13 May 2020 Susan Linden, a former school psychologist (and mom of two) from New Jersey, points out how Transcendental Meditation can help everyone in a family have a positive experience with home schooling. (more)
	Skyrocket to higher consciousness 8 May 2020 The TM-Sidhi Programme accelerates you towards the realisation of your full potential, the state of enlightenment. (more)
	Enlivening black history at MIU 3 May 2020 Maharishi International University (MIU) student Ethel Paris introduced and helped organize the African American Culture Series, the first African American celebration at MIU. (more)
	MIU alumnus builds vastu housing in Indonesia 28 April 2020 Maharishi International University's (MIU) alumnus Almar Meijles recently completed the construction of a small Maharishi Vastu campus in Indonesia for the NextGen Purusha program. (more)
	TM clears clutter from the brain 23 April 2020 Josh Hasty, an award-winning filmmaker, entrepreneur, and musician, says that the Transcendental Meditation technique TM technique definitely helps him reach his goals. (more)
	ComPro students express appreciation for MIU 18 April 2020 In a recent survey, students graduating from Maharishi International University's (MIU) Computer Science programme praised the high quality of education and personal growth they experienced. (more)
	MIU student creates first detailed COVID-19 map for Brazil 13 April 2020 Edgar Endo, a student in Maharishi International University’s Master’s in Computer Science Programme, recently created a Web page that tracks coronavirus cases in his home country of Brazil. (more)
	Reduce stress with the Transcendental Meditation technique 8 April 2020 Studies have shown that the physiological response during Transcendental Meditation(TM) is the opposite of the body’s stress response. (more)
	The Transcendental Meditation technique improves immunity 3 April 2020 Transcendental Meditation technique enhances both mental and physical health, resulting in a beneficial modulation of the immune system. (more)

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