Beyond the Noise: Flourishing Through Life’s Uncertainties (hybrid)

Join In-Person or Virtually with Captions, Free and Open to All

In a world defined by constant demands, rapid change, and relentless noise, how do we stay grounded and thrive? Join Kelly Crace, Executive Director of Contemplative Sciences Center, for an inspiring lecture on how UVA is cultivating spaces for contemplation, connection, and research to support human flourishing. This More Than the Score lecture will be held in the newly constructed Contemplative Commons, a serene space nestled beside the Dell Pond, designed to invite deep introspection and reflection.

In-person participants at this program will have an opportunity to tour the new facility following this talk.

Kelly Crace, Executive Director, Contemplative Sciences Center

Kelly Crace joined the Contemplative Sciences Center as the Executive Director in January 2025. Previously, Crace served as associate vice president for health and wellness and as director of the Center for Mindfulness and Authentic Excellence (CMAX) at William & Mary. He also directed college mental health centers at both William & Mary and Duke University.

A licensed psychologist, Kelly is the co-author of Authentic Excellence: Flourishing & Resilience in a Relentless World and the Life Values Inventory , a tool designed to help individuals and organizations clarify their values and serve as a blueprint for effective decision-making and optimal functioning. He has published and presented in the areas of values, flourishing, resilience, life role development and transition, and organizational development, and has conducted more than 3,000 seminars for organizations.

This program is in partnership with the .

This Lifetime Learning program is part of the faculty lecture series. On the mornings of home football games, hear from some of UVA’s top minds.

All talks are free, open to all, and held in-person and virtually at 10 am.

Football Parking Map

Parking for Football Games has gone cashless! You can pay using the ParkMobile App.

Parking is available in the Central Grounds Garage and the Emmet/Ivy Garage for $15 on home football game days.

Free general public parking is available in the John Paul Jones Arena (JPJ) parking lot on a first-come, first-served basis.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Contemplative Commons, 403 Emmet St. S., Charlottesville, United States