USC Davis School of Gerontology
Vibrant Living Retreat

St. Regis-Monarch Beach – Dana Point, CA
April 26-28, 2013

Please join the USC Davis School of Gerontology at the 2013 Vibrant Living Retreat at the St. Regis-Monarch Beach Resort in Dana Point, CA.

Our 2013 Vibrant Living Retreat will focus on providing guests with the information and tools necessary to live well, to live long and to live vibrantly based on the latest research from the only school of gerontology in the nation. Whether you are 20 years old or 70, our retreat will empower you to embrace your potential throughout your lifespan.

Featured Speakers:

RabbiCarrReuben

Rabbi Steven Carr Reuben, Ph.D. has been involved in the field of spiritual education for over twenty-five years. He holds two Bachelors degrees, two Masters degrees, Certification in Aging and Human Development, a Ph.D., and two honorary Doctor of Divinity degrees. He was ordained as a rabbi in 1976. Dr. Reuben was a founding editor of Compass Magazine for teachers. A recognized expert on moral education who has appeared on countless television and radio talk shows, he travels the country lecturing on character education and the challenges of interfaith relationships.

David Heber

David Heber, M.D., Ph.D. is a world-renowned expert in nutrition, leading the battle against the global obesity epidemic. His primary areas of research are obesity treatment and prevention, the role of nutrition, phytochemicals, and botanical dietary supplements in the prevention and treatment of common forms of cancer and cardiovascular disease. He is the author of over 100 peer-reviewed scientific articles, 25 book chapters, and two professional texts and four books for the public including What Color is Your Diet? and The L.A. Shape Diet.

Fritz Coleman

Fritz Coleman California is known for its sunny climate and great weather conditions – and no one can deliver that forecast (and others) with more aplomb than NBC4 Southern California Weathercaster Fritz Coleman.  An enduring broadcasting icon, Coleman has been accurately delivering the weather forecasts on NBC4, with his unique brand of humor, for 30 years.   He joined the station as a weekend weathercaster, and can currently be seen on the weekday newscasts at 5PM, 6PM and 11PM.  For his exceptional on-air work, Coleman has been chosen “Best Weathercaster” by nearly every major paper in Southern California.

Join Dean Hassy Cohen, M.D. and our expert USC faculty for an exciting and engaging weekend that will expose you to cutting-edge research and innovation on subjects such as

  • LongevityTo what extent do genetics dictate your lifespan?
  • NutritionCan your diet prevent cancer and Alzheimer’s disease?
  • CreativityHow can you leverage creativity and wisdom throughout your life?
  • TechnologyAn inside look at innovative technologies to help in the aging process.
  • SpiritualityHow spirituality evolves over lifespan and what is its effect on quality of life?

About the Retreat

Registered guests will enjoy three days and two nights at the beautiful St. Regis-Monarch Beach nestled in picturesque Dana Point. Registration for the Vibrant Living Retreat will include room charge, taxes, gratuities, parking, meals and planned activities and events.

vibrantliving_roomAmong the largest guestrooms in Orange County, Signature Guest Rooms comprise Ocean View Rooms and Resort View Rooms. A private balcony overlooks the Pacific, the resort’s beautiful Grand Lawn and Pool, or the lush green golf course. Opt for one king or two queen beds, all with luxurious goose-down comforters and 300-thread-count sheets. Five-fixture bathrooms offer oversized bathtubs, separate showers and dual vanities.

Registered guests will also enjoy privileged access, via the resort tram or a short stroll, to the private beach and Monarch Bay Club, nestled along one of the most exclusive and beautiful beaches in Southern California.

Registration

Two guests, 2-night accommodation – $3,250*
One guest, 2-night accommodation – $2,250*

*includes retreat registration, room charge, taxes, gratuities, parking, meals, and all planned activities and events

Online credit card registration: Visit www.usc.edu/esvp and enter the code: VIBRANT2013

Check or mail registration: Download the registration form here and mail to:

USC Davis School of Gerontology
Attn: Jeff Kliewer
3715 McClintock Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90089

Interested in partnering with the 2013 Vibrant Living Retreat either through a sponsorship or student scholarship? Please download the 2013 Vibrant Living Registration and Sponsorship Form.

Unable to attend this year’s Vibrant Living Retreat but would still like to make a gift?

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or contact Jeff Kliewer at (213) 740-1360 or by email at kliewer@usc.edu.

For more information on our speakers please click here!