Alchemy Study Program
Ancient wisdom for modern times
The Secrets of Alchemy taught by practicing alchemists.
FACULTY and STAFF
Talented instructors and a dedicated staff are at the heart of our chartered goal to teach alchemy.
All instructors in the Alchemy Study Program are certified by the International Alchemy Guild. They are all practicing alchemists who are actively working and contributing to their chosen fields in practical, psychological, or spiritual alchemy.
A basic modular program for certification in alchemy that includes both spiritual and practical paths.
Meet Our Staff
Alex Hayden
Alex is the Chief Administrator of the program. He taught the history of science for most of his career and has written several important papers on alchemy, as well as translating old manuscripts.He lives in Modesto, California.
Paulette Harris
Paulette is a hypnotherapist and serves as the Secretary of the International Alchemy Guild. She is an active mentor to students in the study program on our public forums. She lives in Los Angeles, California.
Justin Riley
Justin is working on his Master's degree in chemistry. He is our Program Coordinator and works with students and instructors to facilitate learning and interpretation of source materials. He lives in Vacaville, Californina.
Emma Zybowski
Emma is an Assistant Administrator who sets up lectures and online workshops as well as working directly with students. She is the proud grandmother of five boys and lives in Madison, Wisconsin.
Meet Our Faculty
John Hernandez
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John is a professional musician, composer and producer who began his path in the Western Mysteries early in his academic career. John has been initiated in a number of Hermetic traditions. He lives in the SF Bay area.
Robert A. Bartlett
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Robert studied with Dr. Albert Reidel (Frater Albertus) and served as Chief Chemist at Paracelsus College. Robert is a popular author and lecturer who teaches spagyrics on site near his home in Seattle, Washington.
Dennis W. Hauck
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Dennis was initiated into alchemy while in graduate school at the University of Vienna. A popular author and lecturer, he has appeared on over 300 radio and TV shows. He lives near Georgetown, California.
