Kapoor focuses on expanding the Peace Garden legacy after stepping away from classroom
Dr. Sudarshan Kapoor taught his philosophy class for the last time in the fall of 2022, marking the end of an era.
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Dr. Veena Howard brings conference to Fresno State as part of Gandhi’s 150th birthday events
As the world celebrates the landmark birthday of Gandhi, the university will host a series of events to mark the occasion. All events are free and open to the public
Read MoreVisa cash awards up for grabs in Gandhi’s Global Legacy student media competition
All Fresno State students are invited to submit entries that provide new insights into any aspects of Gandhi’s philosophy of nonviolence. All media are welcome: essays, poetry, fiction, visual art, music, theater, science projects and more. Deadline: March 15, 2019 To enter, or for more information, contact:Dr. Veena HowardDepartment of Philosophy vehoward@csufresno.edu Generously Supported by JP and Renu […]
Read MoreDr. Kapoor receives lifetime award from FCOE Foundation
Philosophy Department professor Dr. Sudarshan Kapoor was among four who were honored by the Fresno County Office of Education (FCOE) Foundation for a lifetime of educational contributions. The 2018 FCOE Honors Gala was held on September 15, 2018, at the Fresno City College Old Administration Building. “Dr. Kapoor’s legacy of nonviolence reflects principles at the […]
Read MoreThis month in the Arts and Humanities — June’s Top 5
We take a look back at the fantastic events of this month in the College of Arts and Humanities. Here are the top five stories from the month of June. FOOSA Festival 2018 happening June 10-24 The Fresno Summer Orchestra Academy (FOOSA) held its annual festival on the Fresno State campus this month. Find out […]
Read MorePhilosophy professors contribute to new books
Congratulations to philosophy professors Dr. Andrew Fiala and Dr. Veena R. Howard for their involvement with the recently published philosophy handbook The Routledge Handbook of Pacifism and Nonviolence. Each of these professors of the Department of Philosophy provided chapters for the book, with Fiala also acting as the general editor for the overall work.
Read MorePeace and Conflict Studies lecture: ‘Mahatma Gandhi for Us Today’
Philosophy professor Douglas Allen, a prominent Mahatma Gandhi scholar, philosopher, author of over 15 books, and peace activist from the University of Maine, will give a speech entitled, “Mahatma Gandhi for Us Today: An Ethical Life of Nonviolence and Peace” on Wednesday, April 4, at Fresno State.
Read MoreVeena Howard joins Parliament of World’s Religions Board of Trustees
Philosophy professor Dr. Veena Howard, whose expertise is in South Asian religious traditions and Gandhi’s philosophy, was elected to the board of trustees for the Parliament of the World’s Religions, a leading global interfaith organization.
Read MoreInternational Day of Conflict Resolution
Mediator Mentors will celebrate International Day of Conflict Resolution on Monday, Oct. 16, with a panel on the “Religion of Peace” from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in Peters Building 191. Panelists will include representatives from the Jewish, Catholic and Muslim community. The event will include an award ceremony for the winners of the Mediator Mentors’ 2017 Art […]
Read MoreCineCulture presents ‘Paper Lanterns’ Sept. 22
Fresno State’s CineCulture film series presents “Paper Lanterns” at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22, in the Peters Education Center Auditorium.
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The College of Arts and Humanities at Fresno State 