Dr. Veena Howard brings conference to Fresno State as part of Gandhi’s 150th birthday events

September 6, 2019.Reading time 17 minutes.

Fresno State Religious Studies Professor Dr. Veena Howard

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

Professor Emeritus Hague Foster dies at 83

June 11, 2019.Reading time 2 minutes.

Dr. Hague Doyen Foster, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, died peacefully and surrounded by family at the age of 83 on Wednesday, May 22, 2019.

Jordan Duran, Student of Distinction

March 28, 2019.Reading time 7 minutes.

For Jordan Duran, philosophy is not just an academic pursuit, it’s a way of life.

Students experience spirituality on a world stage

March 11, 2019.Reading time 9 minutes.

Artificial candles burn at 2018 Parliament of the World's Religions

Through their experience, many students returned from their trip with a deeper knowledge of their own spirituality as well as a deeper appreciation and understanding of other faiths.

New Faces: Philosophy welcomes two new professors

September 21, 2018.Reading time 11 minutes.

The College of Arts and Humanities at Fresno State is the largest college on campus, encompassing nine departments, and the Armenian Studies Program. Each year, new faculty are brought on to elevate the academic offerings here at Fresno State. These new faculty members bring innovative research, diverse fields of study and technical expertise to our college, inspiring new […]

Dr. Kapoor receives lifetime award from FCOE Foundation

September 12, 2018.Reading time 6 minutes.

In this March 27, 2012 photo, Dr. Sudarshan Kapoor holds a red rose as he stands by the statue of Cesar Chavez in the Peace Garden at Fresno State.

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 […]

Dr. Vadim Keyser brings area of study new to Fresno State

April 30, 2018.Reading time 7 minutes.

Fresno State is continually searching for new methods of learning to engage students in furthering their education. One way of accomplishing this task is the incorporation of professors teaching in areas that explore new forms of study. This year, Assistant Professor Dr. Vadim Keyser joined the College of Arts and Humanities in bringing a new area of study to the Department of Philosophy.

Philosophy presents ‘Voicing Ideas’ conference

April 19, 2018.Reading time 1 minute.

The Department of Philosophy will present “Voicing Ideas,” an annual conference highlighting the work of undergraduate philosophy students, from 1 to 5 p.m. Friday, April 20, in the University Business Center, Peters Building 192.

Veena Howard joins Parliament of World’s Religions Board of Trustees

November 28, 2017.Reading time 6 minutes.

Professor Veena Howard talks with a student.

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.