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[Fall Forum] Unlocking the Power of Play for Connection
Play is biologically hard-wired into every human. It’s not frivolous; it’s a powerful, fundamental tool to build resilience, empathy, connection, trust, well-being, creativity, optimism, and more. Play enables human flourishing. In this workshop, we will dive into the neuroscience of play and walk away with practical ways to leverage play in work, relationships, and life.
Mia Sundstrom is the Director for Play Transformation at the National Institute for Play. She also works part-time for the Office of the Chancellor at the University of Denver as a project manager for character education. Mia has appeared on podcasts, delivered keynotes, led workshops, and consulted with organizations regarding the application of play and character as a competitive advantage. Mia was previously an NCAA D1 assistant coach for the University of Denver’s top-10 gymnastics team. Before coaching, she was a student-athlete and captain for Denver Gymnastics, helping lead the program to a historic fourth-place finish while earning two degrees: a Master’s in Public Policy (’23) and a Bachelor’s in Business Information and Analytics (’21).
