To help you prepare for a successful learning experience as a new student at UWSI, we invite you to participate in this required school orientation course – a vital first step toward your studies at UWSI. This self-paced, 5-module course is designed to give you the foundational tools and confidence to thrive in our online learning environment. In this orientation, you will learn how to:

• Navigate Canvas, our Learning Management System (LMS)
• Practice respectful and effective online communication (Netiquette)
• Use BigBlueButton, our virtual classroom platform
• Manage your Outlook email efficiently
• Create and present with PowerPoint basics

Please note: Completion of this orientation course is required before registering for your first class at UWSI. You will receive an email confirming your enrollment in the course. Please sign in using your UWSI email address and password at https://uwsi.instructure.com to access it.

Experience Unity's origins through immersive exploration of its historical roots, including the influential New Thought movement and its key leaders.

Embark on a transformative journey into the heart of Unity's teachings, guided by the profound wisdom of its founders, Charles and Myrtle Fillmore. This immersive course offers a comprehensive exploration of the foundational principles that have inspired millions for over a century.

This course is a prerequisite for:

• CC 205 Unity Foundations 2: Pioneering the Unity Path

This course delves into the core metaphysical principles of Unity, exploring the nature of God, humankind, and reality through the lens of "Divine Mind." Learners will engage in experiential activities to deepen their understanding and apply these principles to their lives.

This course is a prerequisite for:

• CC 210 Practical Metaphysics: Through the Lens of the Twelve Powers
• CC 215 The Power of Prayer & Meditation in Unity

A shared foundation for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, these scriptures are a vibrant tapestry of compelling stories, soul-stirring poetry, timeless wisdom, and profound prophetic visions. Embark on a journey through their rich history and development, unlocking deeper meanings and building a crucial foundation for meaningful interpretation in your own life.

This course is a prerequisite for:

• CC 220 The Metaphysical Bible: Unveiling Hidden Wisdom

This course provides practical tools and strategies for enhancing emotional intelligence, strengthening resilience, and embracing self-care. Participants will examine the link between emotions and behavior, develop healthy approaches to managing worries and fears, and cultivate a sense of presence and balance in the face of life’s challenges. Additionally, we will explore the influence of past patterns, learn to identify and transform them, and discuss the vital role of self-care in supporting overall well-being.

This course is a prerequisite for:

• CC 230 Becoming: A Continuing Exploration of Self-Discovery

This course explores the importance of diversity and inclusion within the Unity community, offering practical tools and insights for fostering a more welcoming and understanding environment for all. Participants will examine their own attitudes and perspectives, learning how to adjust them to better support diverse populations. We will delve into the value of engaging with others' diverse beliefs and worldviews and discuss the rich contributions that diversity and inclusivity bring to our spiritual community. The course will also provide opportunities to practice respectful dialogue and debate on theological, philosophical, and polity matters, fostering deeper understanding and connection across differences.

Are you ready to transform your relationships and deepen your self-understanding? In a world that often pushes us to react rather than respond, this course offers a powerful journey into the art of conscious communication. This immersive course goes beyond typical communication strategies, integrating timeless spiritual principles with practical models to help you navigate even the most challenging interactions with authenticity and compassion.

We've all experienced moments when strong emotions threaten to derail our conversations, leading us to "shout out" in anger or "shut down" in silence. This course provides the tools and insights to stay in meaningful dialogue, even when the stakes are high. You'll learn to take radical responsibility for your own experience, cultivating a profound awareness of your feelings and needs, as well as those of others.

Join us for an insightful and practical exploration into the essential ethical considerations for spiritual leaders. In this course, you’ll explore the importance of confidentiality, healthy boundaries, and the profound impact leadership has on those you serve. Through interactive discussions and real-world scenarios, you’ll gain clarity on legal and ethical responsibilities, learn to navigate personal and professional relationships with integrity, and develop skills for maintaining strong yet compassionate boundaries. Together, we’ll also dive into the Unity Code of Ethics, providing you with a solid framework for ethical decision-making and inspired leadership.

Building upon the foundational knowledge gained in Unity Foundations 1, this advanced course delves deeper into Unity theology through the insightful perspectives of key Unity pioneers, including Eric Butterworth, Emile Cady, May Rowland and others. We will weave together the essential elements of Unity Principles, Prayer, Healing & Wholeness, and Prosperity, providing a holistic understanding of the Unity path as envisioned by those who shaped it.

This immersive course equips you with practical tools and profound insights to integrate Unity's core principles into your daily life, guided by the wisdom of pioneering figures who shaped the movement.

Prerequisite:

• CC 105 Unity Foundations 1: Transformative Wisdom of the Fillmores

Practical Metaphysics focuses upon the ways in which we, in Unity, put our basic elements of spiritual truth to work in our daily lives through the lens of the Twelve Powers. The practical application of metaphysical principles is a necessary and rewarding aspect of our process of spiritual unfoldment. We will build upon the concepts from Metaphysics and add the principles of prosperity, and the laws of manifestation.

Prerequisite:

• CC 110 Unity Metaphysics: Principles & Practices

Uncover the power within you through Unity's teachings on affirmative prayer and Charles Fillmore's wisdom on prayer and meditation. Experience the profound peace and connection of Unity's meditation practices, including the transformative experience of being in the Silence.

Explore the many benefits of meditation, learn how to navigate challenges, and create a daily practice that empowers your spiritual growth. Awaken to your Divine Nature and craft a daily prayer practice that resonates deeply with your soul.

Prerequisite:

• CC 110 Unity Metaphysics: Principles & Practices

Transform your understanding of the Bible. Learn to see beyond the surface, uncovering the allegorical meanings and spiritual wisdom hidden within. Explore the Hebrew Scriptures, foundational to three world religions, and delve into the Christian Scriptures as a direct response to Jesus's teachings.

Through metaphysical interpretation, any written text can yield profound spiritual insights and deeper meaning. Guided by Charles Fillmore's insights, you'll master metaphysical interpretation and craft inspiring messages that awaken Christ Consciousness within yourself and others.

Prerequisite:

• CC 120 Bible Overview: A Historical & Cultural Perspective

This immersive experience expands on the foundation of self-awareness to support the intentional cultivation of self-care practices. Learners will explore self-compassion, boundary-setting, emotional regulation, rest and restoration, and purpose-aligned living. Through experiential learning, journaling, and community dialogue, learners will develop a personalized, spiritually grounded self-care plan that supports sustainable well-being in all areas of life.

Prerequisite:

• CC 130 Being: A Beginning Experience of Self-Discovery