Title: Indian Philosophy at University of Hawaii (1997-2005)
Author: Shruti
Item Code: ISBN9788188426133
Publisher: Vidhi Vedika Heritage, Delhi
Edition: 1st ed., Date: 2005, 101 pp., PB
Description: Infinity Foundation Inner Sciences Series; the program at University of Hawaii at Manoa has aimed to enhance the status of Indian philosophy and Indian systems of psychology in its mainstream academy. Over and eight-year period, Infinity’s grants plus support for the indirectly and related activities helped achieve the following results: Important new paradigms were developed and existing ones supported. These are elaborated upon in the 12 chapters of this book; including various works used in the programs. Infinity’s program has helped make University of Hawaii the acknowledged leader in Indian philosophy in US academics by generating a wide awareness through its’ conferences and lectures. Scholars were nurtured at many levels to upgrade academic research and teachings on Indian thought. A variety of books, journals and academic papers have been published and several more are under production. Curricula on teaching Indian philosophy and psychology have also been developed.