News from Hindu University of America

feb 13th, 2011 

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From: Abhinav Dwivedi

 

Hindu University of America  A Unique Dimension of Hindu Thought and Tradition   113 N. Econlockhatchee Trail, Orlando, FL 32825-3732 www.hua.edu     staff@hua.edu                                   407-275-0013    Register Early for the Next Semester of HUA Courses IN THIS ISSUE HUA 2011 Semester Schedule Message from Student HUA Extension Centers Day of Saraswati HUA BOD Member Presents Paper Hindu Heritage Camp Yoga Classes Dance Classes Retreat in FL   JOIN OUR LIST   HUA 2011 Semesters Winter Semester January 6 to March 20 Spring Semester April 7 to June 19 Summer Semester July 7 to September 18 Fall Semester October 6 to December 18   To register, complete the "Course Registration Form" on the website and send to staff@hua.edu or call 407-275-0013   Message from an HUA student HUC 5003 - Basic Sanskrit  "a) The instructor is highly enthusiastic and takes joy in the student's efforts b) He is very prompt in his responses c) This was an extremely enjoyable course as I am one in love with Sanskrit."   HUA Extension Centers Earn a degree from HUA while taking courses at these HUA extension centers in India and the US.      SVYASA   Kerala Ayurveda Academy   California College of Ayurveda    Paramanand Institute   Amrit Yoga Institute       Sri Aurobindo Center for Advanced Research                      Saraswati Feb. 8 - Day of Saraswati (Vasant Panchami)     Saraswati is the goddess of Vidya (learning and knowledge). She represents the power and intelligence of creation. Devotees, especially students of all ages, worship Saraswati as the source of knowledge.   Issue:# 14                                                   February, 2011           Namaste. Hindu thought and traditions have emphasized a balanced approach between external life and internal life, with science and spirituality complementing each other.  Spiritual icons such as Swami Vivekananda, Yogananda, Sri Aurobindo, Swami Tilak and others traveled to the West for sharing Hindu wisdom to provide answers to the problems of the modern world.  Many western philosophers and scholars look to India to find solutions for problems.    HUA offers courses in Hinduism, Yoga, Ayurveda, and Vedic Astrology. You can register early for the next semester or enroll anytime in a degree program. Classes in Yoga are offered at HUA on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 7:30pm. Everyone is welcome!!      HUA BOD MEMBER PRESENTS PAPER   Dr. M. G. Prasad is a Board Member of HUA and a Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Stevens Institute of Technology, Hoboken, NJ.   Dr. Prasad says in his paper that "Acoustics has also received a very high importance in Vedas and Vedic literature.  The classical literature of Hinduism or Sanatana Dharma is rooted in Vedas.  It is known that the Vedas are collection of mantras.  In Vedas and Vedic literature several terms such as Nada and Shabda are used.  These terms cannot be translated directly as sound as they refer to vibrations including both physical and spiritual aspects.  However the Nada and Shabda include the human auditory range sound.  In particular human speech, vocal and instrumental music as they lie within the audio range have been discussed significantly in Vedas and Vedic literature.  This paper presents Vedic perspectives on acoustics."   More information about the paper can be found at www.taranga.us         2011 Swami Vivekananda Hindu Heritage Camp  In Homestead,  FL   Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America organizes the next Hindu Heritage Camp   Date: February 19-21, 2011 President's day weekend (Sat. to Mon.)   Camp Activities: Games, Yoga, Stories, Discussions, Cultural Programs, Slokas, Arts, Camp Fire etc.   Location: Camp Owaissa Bauer, 17001 SW 264th Street, Homestead, FL 33031   Fees:  All inclusive camp fee is $60.00 /person.  $50.00 for each additional family member.  Discounts are also available in hardship cases.  Fee includes two night stay all meals, camp materials etc.   Forms and information can be downloaded from http://camps.vhp-america.org       Yoga Classes  In Orlando, FL Reduce Stress Explore the serenity of mind Strengthen the immune system Learn the authentic Yoga practices Improve physical and emotional strength   Classes are available on Tuesday and Wednesday at different locations:   Tuesday - 6:00 to 7:30pm Hindu Univeristy of America 113 N. Econlockhatchee Trail Orlando, FL 32825   Wednesday - 6:30 to 8:00pm Park Square Homes 5200 Vineland Road Orlando, FL 32811   Classes include asanas, pranayama, kriyas and meditation. Fees are $12.00 per class (sign up for 10 and get 2 free). For registration and details, contact the Yoga Therapist, Haresh, at 407-227-7848, Lynn at 407-275-0013 or email staff @hua.edu   Everyone is welcome!     Dance Classes at HUA Orlando, FL  FUN AND EXCITING WAY TO STAY IN TOUCH WITH THE INDIAN CULTURE!   Classical and Bollywood Fusion Dance classes will be held at HUA Tuesday 6:00pm to 7:00pm For more information contact: Priya - 407-913-6803 devyanicultural@hotmail.com $10.00 per class      Retreat in Florida THE HINDU STUDENT COUNCIL IS HOSTING A RETREAT   Location: USF Marshall Student's Center, Tampa, FL When: Friday, March 25 - Sunday March 27   This group does an amazing job of promoting Hindu values and traditions   For more information you can go to    www.hindustudentscouncil.org or contact Gopal Amin-UCF HSC President at 813-453-3676, Bullshsc@gmail.com

 

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