½ûÂþÌìÌÃ

Skip to Main Content
Skidmore College
Religious Studies Department

2011–12 Religious Studies Department Activities and Events

Philosophy-Religion Majors Commencement Party

Location: Home of Professor William Lewis
Date: Friday, May 18, 2012
Time: 5–7 p.m.

To make sure that we have a chance to meet parents and congratulate all of our graduating seniors, the department faculty hosts an annual open house reception. This year an hors d’oeuvre reception for students and their commencement guests will be held at the home of Professor William Lewis. On behalf of the philosophy and religion faculty, please do come and let us help you celebrate this memorable occasion!


"American Buddhism"

Location: Gannett Auditorium, Palamountain Hall
Date: October 31, 2011
Time: 8–9:30 p.m.
Speaker: Konrad Ryushin Marchaj Sensei, Abbot of Zen Mountain Monastery
Sponsor: Deptment of Philosophy and Religion
Contact:
 Joel Smith, 518-580-5407

 


"Buddhism and Feminism: Reflections of a Buddhist Feminist"

LocationGannett Auditorium, Palamountain Hall
Date: October 17, 2011
Time: 8 p.m.
Lecturer: Rita Gross
Sponsor: Department of Philosophy and Religion. Co-sponsored by First Year Experience, Gender Studies, International Affairs, Religious and Spiritual Life, and Union College.
Contact: Joel Smith, 518-580-5407


Student-Held Religion Interest Meeting

Location: TLC 204
Date: October 12, 2011
Time: 7–9:30 p.m.
Topic: Interest meeting held by religion majors and minors for any students with an interest in the discipline.  Students will discuss the major/minor, the required courses and additional ways to make the major/minor interesting.
Refreshments: Pizza and beverages