Michael Hoffner runs the Adelphi University Mindfulness Center and Interfaith Center. He is the founder and leads the Mindful Living Learning Community?an intentional residential program for Mindful Living on the Adelphi University campus. He received his Masters in Social Work from Fordham University and was the founder and Executive Director of the non-profit Community Growth Center. Michael is a retreat leader, spiritual counselor and mentor. Michael practices within the Christian and Buddhist tradition and is a member of the Plum Village Order of Interbeing. Michael weaves together his wisdom as a contemplative Christian and practitioner of engaged Buddhism and Mindfulness and his personal experiences with over 15 years is recovery from addiction to help guide people to healing, growth and transformation. The focus of Michael's work centers on peace and healing, justice and belonging. He lives on Long Island, NY.