Symposium Schedule
For any questions, contact the organizers at symposium@keplercollege.org
Niagara Falls Excursion - Maid of the Mist & Cave of the Winds
American Tour with the Maid of the Mist & the Cave of the Winds. PICKUP/ Drop Off from the Hotel in a Private Luxury Vehicle. You will be guided by a Professional Licensed Tour Guide. This tour includes: 4.5 - 5 hour sightseeing tour of Niagara Falls, US. Tickets for Maid of the Mist. Tickets for Cave of the Winds. Tour Guide Gratuity. All fees, tolls & attractions. Lunch is not included. However, tours are taken to a nice family-owned Italian Bakery where everyone can grab a fresh sandwich, a piece of homemade pizza, soft drinks etc.
Sam Reynolds Master Class - "Nothing new under the Sun": Forecasting techniques using the Sun
Explore two forecasting techniques that depend on the Sun's motion for more accurate predictions: Profections and Solar Returns. In this 2.5-hour Master Class, Reynolds will guide you through how to use and integrate both to assess what might be happening in someone's life during a year.
Sam Reynolds
Meghna Baghat - Speech Craft
Speechcraft is designed to fine-tune your speach/presentation
Meghna Bhagat
Marie O'Neill & Lori Barnes Astrology Meets Branding: Crafting Your Bio and About Me Page
To be provided
Lori Barnes
Marie O'Neill
Rick Levine - Master Class - THE ASTROLOGER AS AGENT OF CHANGE
Media Guru Marshall McLuhan wrote, “To prevent undue wreckage in society, the artist tends now to move from the ivory tower to the control tower of society.” Astrologers, too, once occupied a position of isolated, neutral bystander, detached from the consequence of their predictions. However, now that time is moving so fast and events are flying by at nearly incomprehensible speeds, astrologers no longer have the luxury of just observing and reporting. What does this change mean for astrologers and their clients? Should we, as astrologers, maximize our influence by participating in, rather than reporting on, personal identity and social change? Or should we attempt to maintain neutrality without giving guidance to clients or advice to those in positions of power? This Mastery Class prepares astrologers to responsibly practice their craft with integrity, no matter their personal, cultural, or political biases.
Rick Levine
Registration
Registration will be open
Meet & Greet
Join us in the restaurant/bar for some snacks and friendship. Meet those, in person, that you have studied with or meet new friends and create a network of associates that will last a lifetime
Registration
The registration desk will be open.
Symposium Opening
Donna Young (President) will lead the welcome ceremony and set the stage for the upcoming events.
Donna Young
Denise Menton
The Rules of War: A brief story
Kepler College meets Harvard at History of Science meeting
Lee Lehman
Lunch
Lunch - time to network - recharge batteries
The Astrology of Local Space
Cindy and Tamira will provide an interactive presentation on the Astrology of Local Space Detailed description will be available in late January
Tamira McGillivray
Cindy Mckean
Break
Time to rehydrate and network
Presentation - Kepler College - Where it all began - a tribute
Topic to be Determined
Laura Nalbandian
Student Presentations
Two students will give a 30-minute presentation. This presentation will be considered a final demonstration of learning for the presenters
Office Hours / Happy hour
Happy Hour - time to network and meet with old and new friends Office Hour - Some instructors will have an open door for students to utilize one-on-one tutoring. This will be an informal drop-in session. Office Hour topics will be identified by the end of March
Pizza Party
Join us for a pizza party on the poolside, followed by Astro Trivia. A time to meet Kepler College Board members, administrative folks, instructors, and fellow students on the path to astrological excellence. Bring some spare change to purchase some favorite libation.
Astro Triva
Cheer your favorite challengers in a game of Astro Trivia. The winner will be awarded a coveted Kepler College mug. The runner-ups will be awarded a Kepler College 'Astrologers Do It with Dignity' notebook.
Stevie Lowe
Astronomy - Sky Gazing (weather permitting)
Gather after dark to view the night sky and apply our astrological skills to the sky. Harvest moon will be coming to Full on September 7. Saturn will be visible on the Moon's east side. September 7 & 8 is the Total Lunar Eclipse seen in Asia & Australia.
Cindy Mckean
Relating in the Age of Aquarius: A Collective Evolution
As Pluto journeys through Aquarius, a profound shift in how we connect, relate, and build community is unfolding. This transit calls us to embrace innovative approaches to relationships, challenging traditional paradigms and inviting a deeper exploration of authenticity, freedom, and collective responsibility. In this talk, we will explore how Pluto in Aquarius transforms our collective dynamics, emphasizing the role of technology, individuality, and the power of group consciousness in reshaping how we interact and support one another. We'll also delve into the transiting nodes as a guiding force, illuminating the collective call to action and the lessons we are being asked to integrate over the next several years. Join us as we navigate the cosmic roadmap for this pivotal era, discussing strategies to align with the evolutionary currents and harness these transformative energies to create more inclusive, meaningful, and dynamic connections. Whether you're a seasoned astrologer or new to the stars, this talk will provide insights and inspiration for embracing the work of Pluto in Aquarius with curiosity and courage.
Celeste Brooks
Break
Take a break and recharge
Student Presentations
Three Kepler College graduating students will be making 30-minute presentations. Presentations will be used as their Final Demonstration of Learning.
Lunch
Enjoy some time to network and recharge your batteries.
Astrological Ways of Knowing: Charts, Houses, and Zodiacs in Medical Astrology
In this presentation, we will explore the advantages and disadvantages of 1) commonly used house systems in the practice of medical astrology; 2) the various charts that can be selected, such as the birth chart, the decumbiture, the diagnostic, consultation, and the prenatal eclipse; 3) we will look at the types of questions that can be answered through a sidereal zodiac versus a tropical zodiac and relate them to practical interventions. Participants will be able to select the correct chart for assessing a client's particular condition. They will identify two factors affecting the decision to use a sidereal or tropical zodiac. They will be able to approach the selection of a house system based on rational applications and methods designed to answer specific questions. In this presentation, we will explore the advantages and disadvantages of 1) commonly used house systems in the practice of medical astrology; 2) the various charts that can be selected, such as the birth chart, the decumbiture, the diagnostic, consultation, and the prenatal eclipse; 3) we will look at the types of questions that can be answered through a sidereal zodiac versus a tropical zodiac and relate them to practical interventions. Participants will be able to select the correct chart for assessing a client's particular condition. They will identify two factors affecting the decision to use a sidereal or tropical zodiac. They will be able to approach the selection of a house system based on rational applications and methods designed to answer specific questions.
Will Morris
Office Hours / Happy hour
Happy Hour - time to network and meet with old and new friends Office Hour - Some instructors will have an open door for students to utilize one-on-one tutoring. This will be an informal drop-in session. Office Hour topics will be identified by the end of March
Keynote - THE FUTURE OF ASTROLOGY Rick Levine, a Founding Trustee of Kepler College, shares his perspective on the role of an astrological institution of education in the 21st century.
Although changes within the realms of the human experience seem to be accelerating faster than ever, cosmic time appears to remain consistent. The planets continue on their orbital paths, following the mathematical laws of Johannes Kepler, for whom Kepler College is named. Nevertheless, it is ironic that astrology, the science of time, is struggling to reclaim its glorious past while simultaneously attempting to create its future. Astrology is based upon correspondence, the connection between apparently disconnected events. This is a challenging yet exciting time for astrologers because we are able to gather more cosmic data than was ever possible before. We must be willing to examine new ideas and integrate those that can contribute to our discipline. It is clear that we must accept the complex challenges of these times or get left behind. As educators, we must be ready to take the quantum leap, but we also must not relinquish the wisdom that has been handed down throughout the ages.
Rick Levine
Banquet & Awards Ceremony
The banquet will be buffet style. The 25th Anniversary video will be introduced to the audience. Certificates and Diplomas will be presented 50/50 draw
Education for Astrologers
Although more folks globally teach astrology, how do we increase the likelihood of quality education in astrology? During this symposium, Reynolds will discuss how astrologers can begin collaborating on the competencies and other issues that could be fostered between astrology educators and schools for increased quality standards in astrological education.
Sam Reynolds
Break
Time to take a walk outside and clear the energy field
Student Presentations
Three Kepler College graduating students will be making 30-minute presentations. Presentations will be used as their Final Demonstration of Learning.
Lunch
Join friends for lunch and great conversation
Tales from the Crypt
Kay Taylor will lead the group in revealing difficult consultation moments. Tales from the Crypt is a place for all in attendance to share odd or difficult moments that you have encountered in a consultation
Kay Taylor
Closing Ceremony
Donna, with others, will bring the 25th Anniversary Symposium to a close.
Donna Young
Happy Hour / Office Hours
Happy Hour - time to network and meet with old and new friends Office Hour - Some instructors will have an open door for students to utilize one-on-one tutoring. This will be an informal drop-in session. Office Hour topics will be identified by the end of March