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Noah benShea


faculty member Noah benShea is one of North America’s most popular and respected poet-philosophers. He is a scholar, thinker, executive advisor, lecturer, and international best-selling author who was, by age 23, assistant dean of students at the University of California, Los Angeles, and, by age 30, a consulting fellow to a number of esteemed think tanks, including The Center for the Humanities at the University of Southern California and The Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions in Santa Barbara. A public speaker for more than 35 years, he has lectured at hundreds of universities and countless other events, including an address to the Library of Congress.

The author of 20 books translated into 18 languages with global sales of more than 3 million copies, ben Shea’s books continue a tradition begun with his Jacob the Baker series, which has been embraced around the world. He shares insightful perspectives on life through a weekly column called Noah’s Window, available on his website or via email.

In 1999, benShea was nominated for the Grawemeyer Award for Ideas That Improve the World. From 1997–2002, benShea wrote a weekly essay for the New York Times Regional Media Group. In 1997, his weekly essays were nominated for a Pulitzer Prize. His inspirational thoughts have been licensed by America Greetings, Starbucks, and Lucky Brand Jeans.

Noah benShea is the father of a daughter, Jordan, and a son, Adam, both of whom are honor graduates of the University of California. Born in Toronto, benShea lives in Santa Barbara, California, with his wife Julia Mora, an Interior Designer, and also resides part of each year in Italy.

What Others are Saying About Noah benShea

“Noah benShea has elevated the human spirit to great heights with his wisdom.”
     –Howard Schultz, chairman and CEO of Starbucks

“Noah benShea is like a Zen Mark Twain.”
     –Larry King, host of Larry King Live on CNN

“Noah benShea is a wise and compassionate man. His writings have touched me deeply.”
     –Jack Canfield, originator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series

“The insights in Noah benShea’s work will benefit and transform all those who read it.”
     –Deepak Chopra, author, physician, and creator of The Chopra Center for Well Being

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