Home | Westmont Magazine WESTMONT Magazine On the cover: Meet the four professors involved with the Global Flourishing Study , a landmark, five-year research initiative by Harvard and Baylor Universities focused on happiness and life satisfaction, physical and mental health, meaning and purpose, character and virtue, close and positive social relationships and financial and material stability: Smaranda Lawrie (psychology), Steve Porter (Martin Institute), Carmel Saad (psychology and diversity leadership), and Blake Kent (sociology), left to right. This Westmont magazine focuses on Flourishing because the college has embraced the global project, which offers insights that can help us provide a holistic education encompassing intellectual, spiritual and personal growth. Tyler VanderWeel of the Flourishing Study will speak at Westmont at LEAD 2026 Featured Stories In this issue, our feature stories explore the intersection of faith, innovation, health, and stewardship through these articles: A Human Approach to AI: Understanding Its Promises and Perils Seeking Healing and Wholeness in Christ Christian Spiritual Formation Is Good for Your Health! , and Taking Root: Students Lead Fire-Resilient Restoration News Faculty Stay informed on the latest faculty achievements—from award‑winning scholarship and prestigious grants to international presentations and new publications. Students Discover how Westmont students are making their mark through the arts, resilience, thought-provoking dialogue, and purposeful graduation moments in these inspiring student stories. Alumni Explore how Westmont Alumni are leading with purpose in athletics, healthcare, global leadership, community service, and literacy in this inspiring collection of student stories. Athletics In “Different Here” Warriors Build for a Strong Future , the Westmont athletics program showcases the grit, discipline, and devotion driving its student-athletes across multiple sports, from women’s soccer to swimming. The article highlights standout performances and team growth as Warriors build toward a promising future of competition and character development. Looking For More? Read Spring 2025 Magazine Read Fall 2024 Magazine Read Spring 2024 Magazine