Michael  Gurian
	The People's Philosopher

Michael Gurian is a social philosopher, family
therapist, corporate consultant and The New
York Times bestselling author of twenty books
published in fifteen languages. The Gurian nstitute, which he co-founded, conducts research nternationally, launches pilot programs and trains professionals. Michael has been called "the eople's philosopher" for his ability to bring together people's ordinary lives and scientific ideas.

As a social philosopher, he has pioneered efforts to bring neuro-biology and brain research into homes, workplaces, schools and public policy. A umber of his ground-breaking books in child evelopment, including The Wonder of Boys, Boys and Girls Learn Differently! and What Could He Be Thinking? have sparked national debate. His work, The Minds of Boys provides a revolutionary new framework, based in neurobiology, by which to understand and care for the educational needs of our sons.

Michael has served as a consultant to families, corporations, therapists, physicians, school districts, community agencies, churches, criminal justice personnel and other professionals, traveling to approximately 20 cities a year to keynote at conferences. His training videos (also available as DVDs) for parents and volunteers are used by Big Brother and Big Sister agencies in the U.S. and Canada. As an educator, Michael previously taught at Gonzaga University, Eastern Washington University and Ankara University. His speaking engagements include Harvard University, Johns Hopkins University, Stanford University, Macalester College, University of Colorado, University of Missouri-Kansas City and UCLA. His philosophy reflects the diverse cultures (European, Asian, Middle Eastern and American) in
which he has lived, worked and studied.

Michael's work has been featured in various media, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, USA Today, Newsweek, Time, People, Reader's Digest, The Wall Street Journal, Parenting, Good Housekeeping, Redbook and on Today , Good Morning America, CNN, PBS and National Public Radio.