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Posted in Life of Meaning, Science & Research on Feb 26th, 2010
Is it possible to become happier? The answer is yes, it is.
Recently, Livescience.com reported five simple things you can do to be happier. The website said that although happiness is partly genetic, we still have the ability to change our lives in ways to become happier.
Research has shown that the following five activities can improve [...]
Posted in Announcements on Feb 17th, 2010
Acton has a few important events and deadlines quickly approaching.
Early application deadline for the 2010 – 2011 Acton program is Wednesday, February 24. The final application deadline is March 31. Start your application early to have all the requirements and materials finished!
Spring Life of Meaning Course registration deadline is Friday, February 26. For more information, [...]
Posted in Life of Meaning on Feb 12th, 2010
I recently read an article in the Daily Telegraph about an Austrian man, Karl Rabeder, who made millions in the interior furnishings and accessories business and is now giving it all away. He’s moving out of his luxury Alpine villa (complete with lake, sauna, and beautiful views) to live in a small, wooden hut [...]
Posted in Students on Feb 8th, 2010
Listen to students from the Acton MBA Class of 2010 talk about their third month in the program. After sharing a bit of their backgrounds and why they came to Acton, the students discuss their greatest challenges, what it’s like learning from real entrepreneurs, and the kinds of real-world lessons they have experienced so far.
Posted in Announcements, Life of Meaning on Feb 5th, 2010
This spring, Acton is offering an evening class for individuals interested in taking a condensed version of our Life of Meaning course. The course will take place during every Wednesday evening over a four-week period, from March 10 – March 31. Registration deadline is February 26, 2010. Please contact Ben Allen at Ben@ActonFoundation.org if you [...]
Posted in Entrepreneurship on Feb 1st, 2010
Austin, Texas is known for its vibrant and unique culture. Texas’s capital city embraces all types of personalities and characters: from politicians working at the Texas Capitol to students at The University of Texas to interesting personalities you can meet on world-renowned Sixth Street. One more thing to add to Austin’s lively list of charm [...]
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