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DR. JAMES GORDON VISIT SPONSORED BY LIOS
GRADUATE COLLEGE OF SAYBROOK UNIVERSITY
--------------------------------------------------- [E‐MAIL TO MEDIA AND OTHER CONTACTS] SUBJECT: James Gordon, MD, Workshop, Book Signing, 6/17‐18 LIOS Graduate College (Kirkland) is proud to announce a June 17 evening talk/book signing and an all‐day June 18 workshop by mind‐body expert, author and PBS favorite, James Gordon, MD. Both presentations will take place at the Center for Spiritual Living (Seattle/Sand Point). Use following link to access a James Gordon Media Kit [LINK TO LIOS WEBSITE] containing photos, press releases, short announcements and other information for use in reporting these events. Dr. Gordon is author of the newly released book, Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven‐Stage Journey Out of Depression. He is dean of Saybrook University’s College of Mind‐Body Medicine, the founder‐director of The Center for Mind‐Body Medicine (Washington, D.C.), and is perhaps best known for his appearances on PBS’s “Healing and the Mind with Bill Moyers.” Dr. Gordon is in the Seattle area to deliver the commencement address for the graduating class of LIOS Graduate College, a Kirkland‐based institution affiliated with Saybrook University (San Francisco). LIOS Graduate College is coordinating Dr. Gordon’s visit, so please address all questions to: [ADD CONTACT INFO.]. [ADD: SIGNATURE] [LONG PRESS RELEASE] ‐‐‐ PRESS RELEASE ‐‐‐ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE [ADD] MEDIA CONTACT: Mind‐Body Medicine Expert, James Gordon, MD, Presents Workshop, Book Signing, June 17, 18 In collaboration with LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University, mind‐body medicine pioneer and author of Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven‐Stage Journey Out of Depression, James S. Gordon, MD, will present a June 17 talk and book signing at the Center for Spiritual Living, 7 p.m.‐9 p.m. (Registration, 6:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.) Cost for the Unstuck presentation is $20 (students w/ID: $15). Reserve Dr. Gordon’s book before event for an additional $25. On Saturday, June 18, Dr. Gordon will conduct a full‐day workshop, “Self‐Care is the Heart of all Health Care,” at the same location, 10 a.m.‐4:30 p.m. (Registration, 9:30 a.m.‐10 a.m.; Lunch, 12 noon‐1:15 p.m.) Cost is: $95 (students w/ID: $75). Reservations are required. The Center for Spiritual Living is located at 5801 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle 98105. For both events, contact: [ADD]. A Harvard‐educated psychiatrist, Gordon is perhaps best known for his appearances on PBS television’s “Healing and the Mind with Bill Moyers.” He is dean of Saybrook University’s College of Mind‐Body Medicine, founder‐director of The Center for Mind‐Body Medicine (Washington, D.C.), and is internationally recognized for his pioneering work in using mind‐body medicine to heal depression and psychological trauma. The Center’s Global Trauma Relief teams train individuals to deal successfully with the psychological impact of war and natural disaster. Dr. Gordon is also a Clinical Professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Family Medicine at Georgetown Medical School, and he recently served as Chairman of the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy. Gordon is in Seattle to deliver the June 20 commencement address to the 2011 graduating class of LIOS Graduate College. LIOS conducts cohort master’s degree programs in Psychology and in Organizational Systems at its Kirkland headquarters and at residential conferences throughout the Seattle area. ABOUT LIOS AND SAYBROOK UNIVERSITY: Kirkland, WA – DATE??, 2011.
Founded in 1969, the Leadership Institute of Seattle pioneered innovative experiential education and residential cohort learning. Today, as LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University (Kirkland), it offers master’s degrees in Organizational Systems/Leadership and Organization Development, and in Psychology/Systems Counseling. Its parent institution in San Francisco, Saybrook University, has been a leader in progressive education and research in humanistic psychology since its founding in 1971. [SHORT PRESS RELEASE] ‐‐‐ PRESS RELEASE ‐‐‐ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MEDIA CONTACT: [ADD] Mind‐Body Medicine Expert, James Gordon, MD, Presents Workshop, Book Signing, June 17, 18 In collaboration with LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University, mind‐body medicine pioneer and author of Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven‐Stage Journey Out of Depression, James S. Gordon, MD, will present a June 17 talk and book signing at the Center for Spiritual Living, 7 p.m.‐9 p.m. (Registration, 6:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.) Cost for the Unstuck presentation is $20 (students w/ID: $15). Reserve Dr. Gordon’s book before event for an additional $25. On Saturday, June 18, Dr. Gordon will conduct a full‐day workshop, “Self‐Care is the Heart of all Health Care,” at the same location, 10 a.m.‐4:30 p.m. (Registration, 9:30 a.m.‐10 a.m.; Lunch, 12 noon‐1:15 p.m.) Cost is: $95 (students w/ID: $75). Reservations are required. The Center for Spiritual Living is located at 5801 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle 98105. For both events, contact: [ADD]. Harvard‐educated psychiatrist James Gordon is perhaps best known for his appearances on PBS television’s “Healing and the Mind with Bill Moyers.” He is dean of Saybrook University’s College of Mind‐Body Medicine, founder‐director of The Center for Mind‐Body Medicine (Washington, D.C.), and is internationally recognized for his pioneering work in using mind‐body medicine to heal depression and psychological trauma. He is in Seattle to deliver the June 20 commencement address to the 2011 graduating class of LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University (Kirkland). ABOUT LIOS AND SAYBROOK UNIVERSITY: Kirkland, WA – DATE??, 2011.
LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University (Kirkland) offers master’s degrees in Organizational Systems and in Psychology. Its parent institution in San Francisco, Saybrook University, is a leader in progressive education and research in humanistic psychology. [JAMES GORDON E‐MAIL TO COMMUNITY CALENDARS] SUBJECT: James Gordon, MD, Workshop, Book Signing, 6/17‐18 LIOS Graduate College (Kirkland) is proud to announce a June 17 evening talk/book signing and an all‐day June 18 workshop by mind‐body expert, author and PBS favorite, James Gordon, MD. Both presentations will take place at the Center for Spiritual Living (Seattle/Sand Point). Attached are a variety of short announcements with details for you to post in your calendar. Choose the size best for your needs. For additional information, use following link to access a James Gordon Media Kit [LINK] containing photos, press releases, etc. LIOS Graduate College is sponsoring and coordinating Dr. Gordon’s visit, so please address all questions to: [ADD] [LONG COMMUNITY CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT] June 17, 18: Mind‐Body Medicine Expert, James Gordon, MD, Presents Workshop, Book Signing In collaboration with LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University, mind‐body medicine pioneer and author of Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven‐Stage Journey Out of Depression, James S. Gordon, MD, will present a June 17 talk and book signing at the Center for Spiritual Living, 7 p.m.‐9 p.m. (Registration, 6:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.) Cost for the Unstuck presentation is $20 (students w/ID: $15). Reserve book before event for an additional $25. On Saturday, June 18, Dr. Gordon will conduct a full‐day workshop, “Self‐Care is the Heart of all Health Care,” at the same location, 10 a.m.‐4:30 p.m. (Registration, 9:30 a.m.‐10 a.m.; Lunch, 12 noon‐1:15 p.m.) Cost is: $95 (students w/ID: $75). Reservations are required. For both events, contact: [ADD]. The Center for Spiritual Living is located at 5801 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle 98105. A Harvard‐educated psychiatrist, Gordon is dean of Saybrook University’s College of Mind‐
Body Medicine and is the founder‐director of The Center for Mind‐Body Medicine (Washington, D.C.). He is perhaps best known for his appearances in PBS’s “Healing and the Mind with Bill Moyers.” ### [MID‐LENGTH COMMUNITY CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT] JUNE 17, 18: James S. Gordon, MD, mind‐body medicine pioneer, PBS favorite and author of Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven‐Stage Journey Out of Depression, presents a June 17 talk and book signing at the Center for Spiritual Living, 7 p.m.‐9 p.m. (Registration, 6:30 p.m.) Unstuck presentation: $20 (students w/ID: $15). Reserve book before event for an additional $25. On June 18, Dr. Gordon conducts a full‐day workshop, “Self‐Care is the Heart of all Health Care,” at the same location, 10 a.m.‐4:30 p.m. (Registration, 9:30 a.m.‐10 a.m.; Lunch, 12 noon‐
1:15 p.m.) Cost: $95 (students w/ID: $75). Reservations are required. For both events, contact: [ADD]. The Center for Spiritual Living is located at 5801 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle 98105. James Gordon’s appearances are made in collaboration with LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University (Kirkland). ### [SHORT COMMUNITY CALENDAR ANNOUNCEMENT] JUNE 17, 18: James S. Gordon, MD, mind‐body medicine pioneer, PBS favorite and author of Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven‐Stage Journey Out of Depression, presents a June 17 talk and book signing at the Center for Spiritual Living, 7 p.m.‐9 p.m. (Registration, 6:30 p.m.) Unstuck presentation: $20 (students w/ID: $15). Reserve book before event for an additional $25. On June 18, Dr. Gordon conducts a full‐day workshop, “Self‐Care is the Heart of all Health Care,” at the same location, 10 a.m.‐4:30 p.m. (Registration, 9:30 a.m.) Cost: $95 (students w/ID: $75). Reservations required. For both events, contact: [ADD]. The Center for Spiritual Living is located at 5801 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle 98105. James Gordon’s appearances are made in collaboration with LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University (Kirkland). ### [COPY FOR LONG ADS AND/OR POSTERS] In Collaboration with LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University James S. Gordon, MD [GORDON HEADSHOT] Mind‐Body Medicine Expert, Author and PBS Favorite Talk and Book Signing  June 17  7 p.m.‐9 p.m. (Register: 6:30 p.m.) Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven‐Stage Journey Out of Depression All‐day Workshop  June 18  10 a.m.‐4:30 p.m. (Register: 9:30 a.m.) Self‐Care is the Heart of All Health Care The Center for Spiritual Living 5801 Sand Point Way NE Seattle 98105 JUNE 17 Cost: $20 (students w/ID: $15). Reserve Dr. Gordon’s book before event: Additional $25. JUNE 18 Workshop cost: $95 (students w/ID: $75). Reservations required. CONTACT [ADD] Harvard‐educated psychiatrist James Gordon is dean of Saybrook University’s College of Mind‐Body Medicine, founder‐director of The Center for Mind‐Body Medicine (Washington, D.C.), and clinical professor at Georgetown Medical School. He is internationally recognized for his pioneering work in using mind‐body medicine to heal depression and psychological trauma, and he is perhaps best known for his appearances in PBS’s “Healing and the Mind with Bill Moyers.” Presented by LIOS Graduate College (Kirkland): www.saybrook.edu/lios [COPY FOR MEDIUM‐LENGTH ADS AND/OR POSTERS] In Collaboration with LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University James S. Gordon, MD Mind‐Body Medicine Expert, Author and PBS Favorite Talk and Book Signing  June 17  7 p.m.‐9 p.m. (Register: 6:30 p.m.) Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven‐Stage Journey Out of Depression All‐day Workshop  June 18  10 a.m.‐4:30 p.m. (Register: 9:30 a.m.) Self‐Care is the Heart of All Health Care The Center for Spiritual Living 5801 Sand Point Way NE Seattle 98105 JUNE 17 Cost: $20 (students w/ID: $15). Reserve Dr. Gordon’s book before event: $25. JUNE 18 Workshop cost: $95 (students w/ID: $75). Reservations required. CONTACT [ADD] Harvard‐educated psychiatrist James Gordon is dean of Saybrook University’s College of Mind‐
Body Medicine and is founder‐director of The Center for Mind‐Body Medicine (Washington, D.C.). He has appeared numerous times on network and public television. Presented by LIOS Graduate College (Kirkland): www.saybrook.edu/lios [COPY FOR SHORT ADS AND/OR POSTERS] In Collaboration with LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University James S. Gordon, MD Mind‐Body Medicine Expert, Author and PBS Favorite Talk and Book Signing  June 17  7 p.m.‐9 p.m. (Register: 6:30 p.m.) Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven‐Stage Journey Out of Depression All‐day Workshop  June 18  10 a.m.‐4:30 p.m. (Register: 9:30 a.m.) Self‐Care is the Heart of All Health Care The Center for Spiritual Living 5801 Sand Point Way NE Seattle 98105 JUNE 17 Cost: $20 (students w/ID: $15). Reserve Dr. Gordon’s book before event: Additional $25. JUNE 18 Workshop cost: $95 (students w/ID: $75). Reservations required. CONTACT [ADD] Presented by LIOS Graduate College (Kirkland): www.saybrook.edu/lios [JAMES GORDON BIOGRAPHY] James S. Gordon, MD
Dean, College of Mind-Body Medicine at Saybrook University
Founder and Director, The Center for Mind-Body Medicine
James S. Gordon, MD, a Harvard-educated psychiatrist, is a world-renowned expert in mindbody medicine and has pioneered its use in healing depression, anxiety and psychological
trauma. He is the founder -director of The Center for Mind-Body Medicine, dean of Saybrook
University’s College of Mind-Body Medicine, and a clinical professor in the departments of
Psychiatry and Family Medicine at Georgetown Medical School. He recently served as chairman
of the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy, and he
also served as the first chair of the Program Advisory Council of the National Institutes of
Health’s Office of Alternative Medicine.
As a research psychiatrist at the National Institute of Mental Health, he developed the first
national program for runaway and homeless youth, edited the first comprehensive studies of
alternative and holistic medicine, and directed the Special Study on Alternative Services for
President Carter’s Commission on Mental Health.
In addition to creating comprehensive mind-body healing programs for medical professionals and
those with cancer, depression and other chronic illnesses, Dr. Gordon and the Center’s Global
Trauma Relief team train individuals in the U.S. and abroad to deal successfully with the
emotional and physical stress of conflict and natural disaster. This has included working with
children and families in Haiti, Israel and Gaza, post-Katrina Louisiana and U.S. military returning
from Iraq and Afghanistan.
A prolific writer, Dr. Gordon’s most recent book is Unstuck: Your Guide to the Seven Stage
Journey Out of Depression (Penguin Press). His also the author of Comprehensive Cancer Care:
Integrating Alternative, Complementary and Conventional Therapies and Manifesto for a New
Medicine: Your Guide to Healing Partnerships and the Wise Use of Alternative Therapies (both
Perseus Books). Additionally, Dr. Gordon has authored or edited nine other books, including the
award-winning Health for the Whole Person, and he has been written more than 120 articles in
professional journals and other publications, such as the American Journal of Psychiatry, Journal
of Traumatic Stress, The Washington Post, and The New York Times.
Perhaps best known for his appearances in PBS’s “Healing and the Mind with Bill Moyers,” Dr.
Gordon’s work has been featured on major network and cable shows, such as “Good Morning
America,” “The Today Show” and CNN news.
FOR A FULL BIOGRAPHY AND MORE ABOUT DR. GORDON’S WORK, GO TO:
http://cmbm.org/mind_body_medicine_ABOUT/dr_james_s_gordon_md_cmbm.php
[ABOUT LIOS AND SAYBROOK] LIOS GRADUATE COLLEGE OF SAYBROOK UNIVERSITY AND SAYBROOK UNIVERSITY ABOUT LIOS GRADUATE COLLEGE The Leadership Institute of Seattle was founded in 1969 by a visionary group of educators who created a transformative learning center for those committed to broadening their leadership and humanistic capacities. From the beginning, the core of the LIOS teaching philosophy has been that self‐awareness, integrity, honest communication and an understanding of the holistic nature of all organizations and systems contribute to exemplary leadership. LIOS is committed to progressive education, community engagement and ethical action that promote the well‐being of individuals, the systems they create, and those with which they interact. The Leadership Institute of Seattle joined the Saybrook family of colleges in 2009 as one of the university’s three graduate schools. In so doing, it became the LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University. Saybrook is a San Francisco‐based educational center renowned for its pioneering research and scholarship in humanistic psychology. A LIOS EDUCATION LIOS offers master’s degrees in Organizational Systems (Leadership and Organization Development) and in Psychology (Systems Counseling), as well as non‐degree workshops on communication and leadership skills. Progressive methodologies and experiential models in the use of “self” as an instrument for effective leadership are hallmarks of both master’s degree programs. An early proponent of experiential education, LIOS encourages the immediate hands‐on application and practice of textbook theories. Cohort learning takes place at Residential Conferences in the Seattle area that are designed for working adults willing to immerse themselves in a “living” model of systems theory, playing the roles of both observer and participant. LIOS faculty are practicing therapists and organizational systems professionals who share their real‐
life challenges and successes with students and serve as mentors to future counselors and consultants. FOR MORE ABOUT LIOS, GO TO: www.saybrook.edu/lios/publications ABOUT SAYBROOK UNIVERSITY Across the world, members of Saybrook University’s global community – alumni, students, and faculty – are working, studying and making a difference. They are united not by location, but by ideas and the commitment to being part of a humane and sustainable world. Saybrook University has earned a worldwide reputation as a premier center for humanistic scholarship and research. It carries forward the tradition of Saybrook Graduate School and Research Center, which was founded in 1971 as the Humanistic Psychology Institute. Its creation was inspired by the legendary 1964 meeting at Old Saybrook, Connecticut, when the humanistic psychology movement was articulated as an alternative to mainstream psychology. The humanistic psychologists who participated in that conference wanted to provide a place where psychologists, as well as other professionals, could learn more about this emerging theory promoting personal responsibility, self‐awareness and human potential. By adding two additional colleges—
LIOS Graduate College and College of Mind‐Body Medicine—to its already established College of Psychology and Humanistic Studies, Saybrook reorganized in 2008‐2009 to become Saybrook University. A SAYBROOK UNIVERSITY EDUCATION Saybrook offers advanced degrees in psychology, mind‐body medicine, organizational systems, leadership, and human science. For 40 years, Saybrook has empowered students to find their life’s work and achieve their full potential. Saybrook’s programs are deeply rooted in the humanistic tradition and a commitment to help students develop as whole people—mind, body and spirit. Saybrook University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). It is also authorized by the Washington Higher Education Coordinating Board and meets the requirements and minimum educational standards established for degree‐granting institutions under the Degree Authorization Act. FOR MORE ABOUT SAYBROOK UNIVERSITY, GO TO: www.saybrook.edu [JAMES GORDON CONTACTS] USEFUL LINKS AND CONTACT NUMBERS FOR JAMES GORDON, MD, VISIT TO SEATTLE Online James Gordon Media Kit [URL to James Gordon Media Kit on LIOS/Saybrook website] Information and Reservations for James Gordon presentations (via LIOS Graduate College) Phone: [ADD] E‐Mail: [ADD] James Gordon Online Biography http://cmbm.org/mind_body_medicine_ABOUT/dr_james_s_gordon_md_cmbm.php James Gordon Photos [ADD LINK TO DOWNLOADABLE PHOTOS] [ADD CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION] Saybrook University College of Mind‐Body Medicine (of which Dr. Gordon is dean)
http://www.saybrook.edu/mbm The Center for Mind‐Body Medicine (founded by Dr. Gordon): http://cmbm.org/ Dr. Gordon’s personal website www.jamesgordonmd.com LIOS Graduate College (primary sponsoring and coordinating institution for Dr. Gordon’s visit) www.saybrook.edu/lios LIOS Online Publications www.saybrook.edu/lios/publications [FACTS ABOUT LIOS]
LIOS GRADUATE COLLEGE
Facts At-A-Glance
Type of School Graduate College (Private, Liberal Arts). One of three colleges of Saybrook University (San Francisco). Founded 1969 Degrees Offered 1. Master’s in Psychology (Systems Counseling) 2. Master’s in Organizational Systems (Leadership and Organization Development) Master’s Programs, Brief Descriptions
MA, Psychology – Systems Counseling (SC)
The Psychology/SC master’s degree program provides dynamic, experience-based
training in a cohort setting that blends theory with practice. With an emphasis on
Family Systems Theory, Applied Behavioral Science, Emotional Intelligence and
self-knowledge, students are taught the specific competencies of the
psychotherapist as change agent.
MA, Organizational Systems- Leadership and Organization Development
(LOD)
Within an experiential, cohort setting, the LIOS Master of Arts degree in
Organizational Systems/LOD, offers you in-depth learning, systemic
organizational scholarship, leadership training, practical experience and the
opportunity to blend solid consulting and coaching skills with self-knowledge.
Instruction Location Classrooms at LIOS Kirkland headquarters and at residential conference sites (hotels/lodges) in the Seattle area. Students attend seven four‐ to five‐day conferences each year and remain with the same cohort group throughout the two years. Length of Master’s Program Two years Entry Points Fall or Spring. Students remain with the same cohort group throughout the two years. Accreditation Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Additionally, the LIOS psychology curriculum meets the educational guidelines for Washington state licensure as a mental health professional. Faculty‐to‐student ratio 1:15 Faculty Included in the requirements for all LIOS faculty: They must have active, professional practices in organization development or psychology; and they must have demonstrated leadership in the broader professional community. Grading: Competency‐based grading. Oral exams, testing, papers, group projects and peer and faculty feedback go into assessment of student’s growth and skills. Scholarships and Financial Aid The LIOS Scholarship for Multicultural Leaders is offers to outstanding students of ethnic minority backgrounds. The New Student Scholarship is made available to incoming LIOS students who show high academic and professional achievement. Traditional financial aid funding is available for a high percent of students. Average Student Enrollment Per Year 80 students per year Average Age of Students Average Age: 35 Program Costs Per Credit: $840 Per Year (including full or partial residency/lodging fees): Psychology/SC: Range: [ADD CURRENT COSTS] Organizational Systems/LOD: Range: [ADD CURRENT COSTS] Contact Numbers Main phone: 425.968.3400 (1.800.789.5467) Main e‐mail: [email protected] Admissions e‐mail: [email protected] LIOS‐Saybrok Website: www.saybrook.edu/lios [LIOS HISTORY] LIOS TIMELINE 1969 – The Leadership Institute of Spokane (LIOS) is founded in Eastern Washington. Educators committed to experiential education, organizational development and the value of self‐awareness building through interactive training groups (“T groups”) join to create a transformative learning center dedicated to broadening leadership and humanistic capacities. 1972 – Leadership Institute of Spokane (LIOS) affiliates with Whitworth College to respond to a perceived need for training practitioners in the applied behavioral sciences (ABS). ABS is, in part, the recognition of how the perspective—the “lens”—of the observer affects that which is observed; for counselors and consultants, this self‐awareness is integral to engendering positive change in self and clients. 1972 – The Master of Arts in Applied Behavioral Science (MAABS) program (Counseling track) is created and is accredited through LIOS’ affiliation with Whitworth College. The bulk of instruction is delivered off‐campus during residential stays designed for full immersion into the program by students in cohort groups. Emphasis is placed on understanding human and organizational systems. 1980– A second track focused on Organization Development consulting is added to the MAABS Program. Students of both tracks, however, study the same core courses primarily during the first year before branching off the second year into their area of specialization. 1984 – LIOS moves from Spokane to Seattle, affiliates with City University, and becomes Leadership Institute of Seattle. 1990 – LIOS moves from Seattle office to nearby Bellevue. 1992 – LIOS leaves City University and affiliates with Bastyr College (Seattle). Bastyr’s holistic approach to healthcare and LIOS’ holistic approach to human and organizational systems are seen as particularly compatible. LIOS remains in its Bellevue location. 1994 – The addition of LIOS to Bastyr College enables the naturopathic/natural sciences school to become Bastyr University. 1994 – A Bachelor’s Degree‐Completion Program is launched. 2000 – InterAct workshop conducted by LIOS faculty for the public is launched. Based on the interactive self‐awareness and communication groups LIOS students participate in, InterAct is a three‐day workshop designed for individuals in strategic roles in organizational settings. It focuses on building effective communication skills for successful professional and personal relationships. 2001 – LIOS moves to Bastyr University’s new Kenmore, WA, campus. 2003 – Bachelor’s program is phased out. All resources channeled into supporting the more popular graduate programs and public workshops. 2006 – Results Focused Communication workshop conducted by LIOS faculty for the public is launched. This one‐day interactive workshop includes some of the same instruction in effective communication as the longer InterAct workshop. Participants learn theories and practice skills that build self‐awareness, integrity and an understanding of how and why individuals act, react and interact as they do in groups and in one‐on‐one relationships. 2008/2009 – LIOS transfers affiliation from Bastyr University to Saybrook University (San Francisco) and moves from Kenmore campus to offices in Kirkland, WA. New association with Saybrook strengthens LIOS’ grounding in humanistic psychology and provides for accreditation through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). 2009 to Present – As “LIOS Graduate College of Saybrook University,” LIOS continues offering Master’s Degree Programs in Organizational Systems/Leadership and Organization Development, and Psychology/Systems Counseling, with program entry points in Fall and Spring. The workshops—InterAct: Skills for Adaptive Leadership, and Results‐Focused Communication—also continue to be offered to the public. 2011 – The LIOS Scholarship for Multicultural Leaders is created. Up to 10 scholarships are awarded per year to students with demonstrated leadership capacities from underrepresented ethno‐cultural communities. The scholarships provide substantial coverage of tuitions costs for students entering either of LIOS’ two graduate programs.