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eros: The essential energy force that arises from our desire for connection with ourselves, others, and the world around us. It encompasses all of life, evokes beauty, and contributes to an understanding of essential truth. It seeks to unify masculine and feminine energies and manifests as creativity and genius.
The Eros Platform fosters conversations that explore how to meet the urgent needs of our time with creativity, humanity, and effectiveness. Eros bridges what is otherwise separate, serving as an essential catalyst for reimagining the world through a feminine lens. Together, we pave a path toward human flourishing, awakening the unique genius within each individual, institution, and cultural group to steward the world with compassion, connection, and play.

Graduate Degrees in Erotic Studies

on the Eros Platform In Partnership with Ubiquity University

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An Initiation Into
A New Way of Thinking

Ubiquity University is partnering with The Eros Platform to offer learners the opportunity to earn graduate degrees (MA, PhD, MA/PhD) in Erotic Studies.

The study of the Eros Sutras and philosophy isn’t just an academic pursuit, but an initiation into a way of seeing, thinking, and being. This graduate program, held in partnership with The Eros Platform, brings together philosophy, psychology, sociology, and spiritual practice, not just to deepen knowledge, but to rewire the way we move through the world.

Drawing from both ancient wisdom and modern thought, such as Maslow’s human potential, James Carse’s infinite games, John Hagel’s Big Shift, and Nicole Daedone’s work of activation and liberation of the Eudaimonic potential via Eros, this curriculum shifts scholars from the constraints of rational, mechanistic mindsets into a non-rational, creative, Erotic intelligence. This is more than theory; it’s a remembering of our deeper knowing, a call to move intellect into the body where true intelligence lives.

This program is aimed to get you to create the actions and conditions required to flourish, and to help others to share your insights.

We recommend that your program begins with Ubiquity’s Creative Journey to Dissertation course, which will give you the tools to shape, and eventually write, your thesis or dissertation. You will then continue your studies with The Eros Platform, and return again to Ubiquity for the higher education credential.

On completion, you will have enough experience and knowledge of these practices to develop your own unique and well-researched contribution to this field in the form of a thesis or dissertation.

What Is Eros?

Eros, the life force, directs our Will toward our highest potential. Rollo May asserts that hate is not the opposite of love, apathy and disinterest is. The opposite of will is not indecision - but detachment, getting through it, non-engagement. May's central thesis is that Eros (Love) is the fundamental energy behind Will. Eros is the force that drives men to seek God. Eros is the spirit of life and is not to be confused with the sex drive. The sex drive seeks satisfaction and release of tension whereas Eros drives us outward.

Primarily May sees sexuality as a drive reduction process. Eros, however, is the creator, forever reaching out, seeking to expand. As Paul Tillich says "A movement from the potential to the actual" and "vitality is the power of creating beyond oneself without losing oneself."

Eros is the power from which we do not want release but rather to be prolonged, to form the world. Eros drives us to go beyond ourselves, to transcend ourselves, to reach ethical goodness, to seek truth and beauty. May connects his theories to St. Augustine, Freud, Maslow, Joseph Campbell, and Plato; all of whom believed that love is the fundamental human experience; pervades all our actions, and is the deepest motivating force. Freud further believed that all civilizations are created by the disciplining and re-direction of the forces of Eros. The task is not only to recognize our own power but to recognize the self-aggrandizement that accompanies all human endeavor in this realm of power and love. May is similar to Jung in the concept of recognition of the shadow or daemonic as a guide to the self as well as a path toward integration and concentrated power and life force. What is it like to be someone who has harnessed the power of Eros? May quotes Hegel: "Socrates, like all heroes who cause new worlds to rise and inescapably the old one to disintegrate was experienced as a threat; what he fought for is a new form which breaks through and undermines the existing world."

Eros Rising
Summit

Sunday, April 27 • 11:00am PT / 2:00pm ET
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This summit is dedicated to exploring Eros. In partnership with Humanity Rising and Ubiquity University, this gathering brings together those committed to meeting the urgent needs of our time with creativity, humanity, and potency.

The Eros Rising Summit is an inquiry into Eros as a practice, a lineage, and a philosophy that reclaims connection as a foundational element of human flourishing. Rooted in both ancient traditions and modern understanding, Eros moves through desire, creativity, and consciousness, offering a framework for engaging life at its deepest level. The summit will also explore the science behind Orgasmic Meditation (OM)—a protocoled, partnered, attention-training practice studied for its effects on brain function, connection, and well-being. Research has shown that OM can serve as a vehicle into mystical experiences. This summit brings together thought leaders, scientists, and practitioners to examine how Eros can act as a force for individual and collective evolution.

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Summit Faculty

Dr. Topeka K. Sam

Nicole Daedone

Dr. Dan Kriegman

Dr. Andrew Newberg

Dr. Jim Garrison


Live Virtual Lectures

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with Renowned Guest Teachers

Mentorship

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through Weekly Group Calls

A Community of Erotic Artists

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Group Projects and Contribution

Curated Library of Digital Content

How Is This
Program Organized?

We created Art School to develop the next generation of Erotic Artists, people who desire to possess the sight, skills, and passion to draw the eternal to the everyday in such a way that benefits the world.

Over twelve monthly modules, you will build the foundation of Erotic Art, walking through twelve progressive themes. Each month incorporates a live workshop and small group calls, led be senior faculty and a selection of guest teachers. In addition, you will explore a robust curriculum of recorded content to enjoy at your own pace.

ONE YEAR virtual program including membership to the Eros Platform

12 live virtual events with senior faculty and guest speakers

4 ADDITIONAL LIVE EVENTS FEATURING RENOWNED GUEST TEACHERS

Guided education throughout the program

INDIVIDUAL 1 ON 1 COACHING SESSIONS once per month

weekly small group calls

An online world of videos, Sutras, integration exercises, writing assignments and creation of art

Lively engagement with a community of Erotic Artists

Questions? see FAQ 

Community discussion boards

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Monthly Lessons

A Program for Becoming

The Artist of
Your Own Life

About
The Program

Taken sequentially, the Eros Core Curriculum makes up the spine of the graduate program.

Eros Fundamentals

Delve deep into the foundational principles of Eros, understanding its historical, cultural, and practical significance. By the end of this module, you’ll have a clear grasp of the core ideas that drive Erotic thinking and its potential to reshape societies.

1. How to Think
2. The Art, Practice, and Science of Orgasmic Meditation
3. The Feminine Path
4. Eros Principles
5. Foundations of Eros: Eros Throughout History
6. Transmitting Eros: The Art and Practice of Erotic Pedagogy
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Each section of the program emphasizes a key dimension of transformation. Any student who goes through a systematic study of these pillars can expect to grow towards greater self expression of his or her unique genius. Each pillar provides an area of focus that stems from the foundational principles of Eros rooting us in our perfection, with desire as our compass.

1. Healing
2. Relationships
3. Liberation
4. Justice
5. Science

Ubiquity’s Core Academic Courses

• Creative Journey to Dissertation Writing (all degrees)
• Great Books (only for PhD, MA/PhD combined students)
• Chartres Academy (only for PhD & MA/PhD Students)

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Program
Outcomes

The two-year certificate program with The Eros Platform will help students to:

Eros Fundamentals

Delve deep into the foundational principles of Eros, understanding its historical, cultural, and practical significance. By the end of this module, you’ll have a clear grasp of the core ideas that drive Erotic thinking and its potential to reshape societies.

Develop a comprehensive understanding of Eros as a system of knowledge
Develop a deep theoretical and practical grasp of the Eros philosophy and Eros Sutras framework and its transformative applications (analyzing human conditioning, relational dynamics, and societal structures).
Cultivate Interdisciplinary Analysis
Encourage critical analysis and original research across psychology, sociology, and spiritual practices and traditions. Foster original scholarship that challenges conventional paradigms and expands the field of Erotic studies.
Engage in Practical Application
Design and implement real-world initiatives that translate Erotic principles into action, whether through transforming carceral systems, developing restorative justice frameworks, or environmental stewardship projects.
Community Engagement
Integrate academic research with real-world service (ensuring that knowledge is not separate from lived experience). Foster mutually beneficial relationships with the world.
Transform your operating system
Equip candidates with the theoretical and practical tools to shift from traditional, rational models to an innovative, Erotic operating system that prioritizes healing, creativity, and liberation.

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Students Are Saying

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discover resonance within their lives.

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California

"OneTaste programs accelerated my life and jumped me ahead in all areas of my life. I was 50 years old when I first started. I had left my career job as an engineer and I was set on reinventing myself in many ways. I didn’t have time to learn slowly and take a bunch of different courses. OneTaste’s programs taught me how to integrate all aspects of my life, from dating, business, personal development and family, all into one being. It was so fun and helpful to be supported by an amazing group of like minded individuals. I have been a certified Orgasmic Meditation coach and trainer now for several years and I also own my own soil restoration company. My life is filled with rich relationships I formed during my time with OneTaste with other erotic beings. I’m so glad I decided to take these programs through OneTaste. Truly life changing in many ways."

Who is this
Program for?

This program is for those who sense that something essential has been left out of traditional academia and are ready to explore the full depth of human intelligence—intellectual, embodied, and Erotic. It is designed for scholars, activists, healers, educators, artists, and leaders who are seeking a new framework for understanding desire, power, and connection beyond conventional disciplines. Ideal candidates are those who are dissatisfied with mechanistic, scarcity-driven models of human behavior and are drawn to a more expansive, sensation-based way of knowing. Whether you are an academic looking to pioneer new research, a social innovator ready to apply Erotic intelligence to cultural transformation, or a practitioner seeking deeper mastery in your field, this program provides the intellectual rigor, experiential depth, and real-world application needed to shape the future of Erotic Studies and human flourishing.

Program Faculty

Brian Mulvaney

Dr. Teresa Diaz

Dr. Topeka K. Sam

Eli Block

Jason Davis

Aubrey Fuller

Maya Gilbert

Nicole Daedone

Omari West

Reese Jones

Reverend Joanne Coleman

Yia Vang

Rachel Pelletier

Program Completion
Requirements

MA in
Erotic Studies

The Eros Platform Coursework
Creative Journey to Dissertation
 

PhD in
Erotic Studies

The Eros Platform Coursework
Creative Journey to Dissertation
Chartres Academy
Great Books

Combined MA/PhD in
Erotic Studies

The Eros Platform Coursework
Creative Journey to Dissertation
Chartres Academy
Great Books
Electives (8 credits)

Curriculum

From Social Justice to
Erotic Justice

Curriculum

Re-wilding Our Humanity

Curriculum

Training in Orgasmic Meditation

Curriculum

The Science of Orgasmic Meditation

Curriculum

Healing and Restoration through the Mystical State

Curriculum

The Art of Community

Curriculum

Women's Power and Feminine Enlightenment

Curriculum

Connection and Interdependence

Curriculum

Play Consciousness

Curriculum

Addiction, Creativity and Genius

Curriculum

The Subtle Realms of Dreams,
Death and Psychedelic Mysticism

Curriculum

Curriculum

Digestion and Gratitude

Pricing for The Program

Course tuition includes $10,000 to the Platform in addition to payment to Ubiquity for degree options.

MA in
Erotic Studies | $5,000

Platform
Tuition | $10,000

PhD in
Erotic Studies | $15,000

Platform
Tuition | $10,000

Combined MA/PhD in
Erotic Studies | $16,600

Platform
Tuition | $10,000

Ubiquity offers a 5% discount for students that are able to make the full payment up front. That means you save $250 on a Masters/MSc, $750 on a PhD and $830 on MA/MSc/PhD.

About the
Eros Platform

The study of the Eros Sutras and philosophy isn’t just an academic pursuit, but an initiation into a way of seeing, thinking, and being. This graduate program, held in partnership with The Eros Platform, brings together philosophy, psychology, sociology, and spiritual practice, not just to deepen knowledge, but to rewire the way we move through the world. Drawing from both ancient wisdom and modern thought, such as Maslow’s human potential, James Carse’s infinite games, John Hagel’s Big Shift, and Nicole Daedone’s work of activation and liberation of the Eudaimonic potential via Eros, this curriculum shifts scholars from the constraints of rational, mechanistic mindsets into a non-rational, creative, Erotic intelligence. This is more than theory; it’s a remembering of our deeper knowing, a call to move intellect into the body where true intelligence lives.

Want to Enroll?

Speak to an admissions specialist.
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The person who knows they’ve got an artist inside but isn’t sure how to access them. You know more is possible not just in “relationships” but in relationship with yourself and all things.

Dr. Andrew Newberg

Dr. Andrew Newberg is the director of research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health and a physician at Jefferson University Hospital, specializing in internal and nuclear medicine. Fascinated by questions about reality, truth, and the human mind since childhood, he merged his interests in neuroscience and religious experiences while working with Dr. Eugene d’Aquili. His research focuses on brain function during prayer, meditation, rituals, and mystical experiences, as well as their impact on health and memory. He has also used neuroimaging to study aging, dementia, Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and depression. With over 250 peer-reviewed articles and 14 books translated into 17 languages, he is recognized as one of the 30 Most Influential Neuroscientists Alive Today. His work has been featured in major media outlets and documentaries, including What the Bleep Do We Know? and Religulous. He has spoken at global conferences on neuroscience and spirituality, advocating for a rigorous scientific approach to studying religious experiences. Newberg believes in maintaining the integrity of both science and religion while exploring their intersection.

Dan Kriegman

Dr. Dan Kriegman is a clinical psychologist who integrates evolutionary biology with human experience to examine how biological imperatives shape behavior and meaning. He has held key clinical roles, including Chief Psychologist at the Massachusetts Treatment Center for Sexually Dangerous Offenders and Clinical Director for a maximum-security adolescent treatment unit in Boston, while also serving as an expert witness in court cases. He has taught psychology at institutions like SUNY Buffalo, Boston University, and Lesley College, is a faculty member at the Massachusetts Institute for Psychoanalysis, and served as a creative consultant for the Couples Therapy docu-series on Showtime. A founder of the Psychoanalytic Couple and Family Institute of New England, he has published extensively, contributed to major psychoanalytic journals, and writes for Mad in America, where he critiques the politics of diagnosis and treatment.

Jim Garrison

Jim Garrison, PhD, has been a lifelong activist in anti-war, anti-nuclear, citizen diplomacy, and environmental movements since the 1960s. He has held executive leadership roles, including as co-founder and president of the Gorbachev Foundation/USA and the State of the World Forum, and later founded Ubiquity University after serving as President of Wisdom University. He holds degrees from the University of Santa Clara, Harvard University, and the University of Cambridge, specializing in history, religion, and philosophical theology. An accomplished author, he has written multiple books on politics, global affairs, and theology, and currently teaches at Ubiquity University.

Rachel Pelletier

Rachel Pelletier is an 18-year practitioner of Orgasmic Meditation who has personally taught over 8,000 people as a Senior OM instructor at OneTaste. Since 2021, she has focused on the science of OM with the Institute of OM Foundation, publishing multiple papers exploring its potential as a tool for healing trauma and accessing mystical states of consciousness. With a deep curiosity for altered and expanded states of consciousness, Rachel’s work blends experiential practice with rigorous research into the transformative power of OM. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in addiction counseling, is an Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and an intervention specialist. She also completed a year-long psychedelic-assisted therapy and research program. Currently pursuing a PhD in Wisdom Studies at Ubiquity University, Rachel brings a profound sense of empathy, curiosity, and humor to her work—guiding people through addiction, trauma, and psychosis with a belief that mystical experience can be a path to healing and power.

Yia Vang

Yia Vang is a senior instructor with 18 years of experience in Orgasmic Meditation and transformational practices. She is known for her precise, research-driven approach and engaging teaching style. Her first book, In Yer’s Kitchen, was released in January 2025.

Reverend Joanne Coleman

Reverend Joanne Coleman has been a minister at Agape International Spiritual Center for four decades and serves as the Director of Agape Vision Core. With expertise in Aramaic studies, artistry, and shamanism, she integrates spiritual wisdom with creative expression to inspire personal and collective transformation.

Reese Jones

Reese Jones is a Berkeley-based biophysicist, inventor, and investor specializing in brain metabolism imaging and internet technology development. His work spans schizophrenia research, the advancement of popular internet technologies, and psychedelic therapy exploration.

Omari West

Omari West began his career at The Washington Post before transitioning to law and, later, ghostwriting. He has worked with high-profile clients across the political spectrum, publishing influential op-eds and personal memoirs. His expertise in political communication and narrative strategy has made him a sought-after writer and editor.

Nicole Daedone

Nicole Daedone is an author, educator, and innovator in the fields of human connection, mindfulness, and social transformation. She is the creator of Orgasmic Meditation (OM), a practice that has been studied by top research institutions and embraced by thousands worldwide. As the co-founder of OneTaste, she introduced a philosophy of Eros that reached over 35,000 participants globally through workshops and programs.

Maya Gilbert

Maya Gilbert is a Master Level Coach certified through OneTaste, with 15 years of experience practicing and teaching Orgasmic Meditation. As a Creative Director, she specializes in designing transformative experiences that foster connection, self-discovery, and artistic expression. With a background in AI art, documentary filmmaking, and experiential design, she seamlessly blends innovation with the depth of Eros to create visionary projects that inspire and engage.

Aubrey Fuller

Aubrey has spent the past 17 years in dedicated study of Eros as an intelligent, sentient force that moves through the body, psyche, and life itself. For the past 16 years, she has taught Erotic principles and Orgasmic Meditation, with a focus on women’s sovereignty, expression, and access to their power. She is known for her skill in guiding others through intricate psychological and energetic landscapes to access what has long remained hidden or unresolved.

Jason Davis

Jason Davis is a Harlem-based peace advocate, poet, and mental health educator. Once a high-ranking gang leader, he now channels his leadership experience into community outreach, steering young people away from gang involvement. His work emphasizes conflict resolution, creative expression, and personal transformation.

Eli Block

Eli Block is a teacher and trainer specializing in Eros Philosophy and Orgasmic Meditation. Raised in a household blending psychology and Zen Buddhism, he has been meditating since childhood. A lead instructor of the men’s program at The Eros Platform and The Eros Monastery, he is dedicated to reshaping conversations around gender, sexuality, and orgasm.

Dr. Topeka K. Sam

Dr. Topeka K. Sam is a nationally-recognized advocate for criminal justice reform and the founder of Ladies of Hope Ministries. After serving 3.5 years in federal prison on a conspiracy drug charge, she has dedicated her career to policy change, playing a pivotal role in the passage of the First Step Act, which introduced critical protections for incarcerated women.

Teresa Diaz

Dr. Teresa Diaz is a Rutgers-trained OB/GYN physician and surgeon with expertise in hormone balancing, menopause, gut health, and plant-based nutrition. Certified in Age Management Medicine and a member of The Institute for Functional Medicine, she integrates clinical expertise with a deep understanding of resilience and holistic health in her teaching.

Brian Mulvaney

Brian Mulvaney is the former Chief Strategy Officer at CrossFit, where he played a key role in expanding the brand from its inception to over 15,000 gyms worldwide. He specializes in developing scalable systems that maintain organizational unity while preserving individual autonomy. Currently, he serves as Chief Strategist of IOM, where he advances innovative global practices.

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