One major paper is required. Non-UNH students are encouraged to attend this Institute. UNH credits can be easily transferred. The Summer Institute is for applicants, ages 18 to 80, with some background in environmental studies and readiness for community living and self-development. Flexibility, patience, empathy, a love for nature, and high motivation are key qualities.
Food is vegetarian.
There will be several celebrations. The daily schedule aims for a balance of physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual elements as a conscious experiment in sustainable group living. Distinctions between work, play, study, and free time are put aside in a summer camp mood of trying out new lifeways. Sunday is a day for quiet, personal activities, mindfulness practice, and hikes and excur- sions. Wednesday afternoon and evening are unscheduled and free.