Jean-Pierre Isbouts, D. Litt., releases new book, wins Gold Telly Award

2023-07-13T09:19:11-07:00

We recently sat down with Jean-Pierre Isbouts, D. Litt., Fielding University Press editor and Faculty Emerit of the School of Leadership Studies, to discuss two achievements.  Dr. Jean-PIerre Isbouts near the location of Vincent's “Yellow House” in Arles, France His recent publication, The Fractured Kingdom, is an attempt to bridge the gulf between conservative and progressive Christians by returning to the essential tenets of the Historical Jesus: social justice, compassion, and faith. Additionally, Dr. Isbouts, in partnership with The Great Courses and Wondrium, earned a Gold Telly Award for “In the Footsteps of Vincent van Gogh.”   What inspired [...]

Jean-Pierre Isbouts, D. Litt., releases new book, wins Gold Telly Award2023-07-13T09:19:11-07:00

Fielding’s Institute for Social Innovation (ISI) Announces Fellows for 2023-24

2023-07-11T11:57:37-07:00

Fielding’s Institute for Social Innovation  is proud to announce its ISI Fellows for 2023-24. The ISI Fellows Program offers Fielding alums an academic partner to continue their professional work, apply for external funding, and publicize their projects. ISI Fellows have one-year appointments with renewal contingent on progress and future plans. “Fielding’s Institute for Social Innovation (ISI) accepted 20 alums as Fellows for the 2023-2024 cycle,” said Charles McClintock, Ph.D., Director of the Institute for Social Innovation. “Their work spans a wide range of content, from leadership and mental health to diversity, equity, and inclusion. ISI Fellows continue to pursue their [...]

Fielding’s Institute for Social Innovation (ISI) Announces Fellows for 2023-242023-07-11T11:57:37-07:00

Fielding Graduate University Launches New Online Merchandise Store

2024-05-14T08:32:37-07:00

Fielding Graduate University has officially launched its new online merchandise store. Fielding family and fans can purchase various apparel items, including hats, quarter zips, mugs, polos, and much more! To celebrate the grand opening, the store is offering a 20% discount on all items through the month of July. Hilary S. Lyn, M.S., M.A. The creation of the store was directed by Hilary Lyn, Director of Alumni Relations at Fielding Graduate University. The following is an interview with Director Lyn regarding the new Fielding Store. Q. What inspired you to take on this project? When our in-person sessions were [...]

Fielding Graduate University Launches New Online Merchandise Store2024-05-14T08:32:37-07:00

50 Actions for Global Social/Ecological Justice Service Year: First Nature Ranch

2024-01-26T05:45:35-08:00

Go To Fielding's 50th Anniversary Site By Kerul Kassel, President of First Nature Ranch/First Nature Foundation  Every day is Earth Day at First Nature Ranch. The ranch is the facility where First Nature Foundation (FNF) programs take place. At FNF, we aim to foster what we call 21st Century leadership skills through our programming. That could be with veterans who have been struggling with PTSD, homelessness, substance abuse, and mental and behavior health issues through our Horse Wisdom for Heroes program. It could also look like women who have been working to overcome substance abuse issues in our Horses Healing [...]

50 Actions for Global Social/Ecological Justice Service Year: First Nature Ranch2024-01-26T05:45:35-08:00

Send Your Sentiments of Appreciation! Celebrating the Distinguished Careers of IECD Program’s Retiring Founding Faculty Members

2023-07-11T08:20:49-07:00

By Jenene Craig, Ph.D. It is with mixed emotions that we share the momentous news of the recent and upcoming retirement of our revered faculty members Milagros “Mili” Cordero, Ph.D, Joshua Feder, M.D., Ira Glovinsky, Ph.D., Kathleen Platzman, Ph.D., and Mary Warren, Ph.D. As founding faculty members in the Infant and Early Childhood Development (IECD) Program, they each hold a special place in the history of our program and Fielding at large. These stellar faculty members were instrumental in shaping the foundation and vision of the program, contributing significantly to its growth and success over the years, each in their [...]

Send Your Sentiments of Appreciation! Celebrating the Distinguished Careers of IECD Program’s Retiring Founding Faculty Members2023-07-11T08:20:49-07:00

Social Media and Video Gaming: What should parents be concerned about and what can they do?

2023-07-03T10:22:49-07:00

What should parents be concerned about and what can they do? LISTEN TO THE PODCAST INTERVIEW between Dr. Ryan DeLapp and Dr. Andreas Miles-Novelo Intended For: Parents of children and teens Recorded Podcast - 1 Hour Important Takeaways: It’s not just kids we should be concerned about Parents can support their children in developing intentional and conscientious media use Parents can try to take a collaborative approach to minimizing the adverse effects of media on the family as a whole Parents should ‘stay plugged’ in to the media their children are consuming And, remember social media and video [...]

Social Media and Video Gaming: What should parents be concerned about and what can they do?2023-07-03T10:22:49-07:00

Statement from the VP of DEI: The U.S. Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Ruling

2023-06-29T16:05:47-07:00

Dear Fielding Community,  This morning, the U.S. Supreme Court released a decision to prohibit the use of race as a factor in college admissions. This setback against affirmative action may have wide-ranging impacts for communities already affected by disparate learning opportunities and will raise even higher barriers to educational opportunity and socioeconomic mobility. This decision overturns four decades of precedent. Sadly, the racial traumas from our nation’s past still linger, and it is only a generation or two that separates us from legal segregation in schools. “The recent gains of continued anti-racist work at many of our colleges and universities [...]

Statement from the VP of DEI: The U.S. Supreme Court’s Affirmative Action Ruling2023-06-29T16:05:47-07:00

Remembering Founding Faculty Don Bushnell, Ph.D.

2023-07-31T10:01:18-07:00

Don Bushnell, Ph.D. With great sadness, we share the news about the loss of a beloved colleague and founding faculty member of Fielding’s Human and Organizational Development Program, Don Bushnell, Ph.D.   On a personal note, Don was on the committee that hired me. From the moment I met him, I sensed the deep spirit of Fielding: that faculty aspired to rigorous academics combined with a love of learning and some laughter along the way. I can honestly say he was part of the reason I decided to choose Fielding over other institutions of higher learning. When I saw [...]

Remembering Founding Faculty Don Bushnell, Ph.D.2023-07-31T10:01:18-07:00

Fielding and partners commemorate Juneteenth during week-long events

2023-06-26T16:28:04-07:00

From June 18-23, 2023, the Fielding community and its partners came together to commemorate African American and Black history and contributions during a week-long Juneteenth celebration. The events, in conjunction with Pacifica Graduate Institute, Pacifica Alumni Association, and other partners, symbolized African American freedom and celebrated the ending of slavery in the United States.  Events included: Juneteenth SB: Nourishing the People; the For the Love of Black People: Historical Exhibit; Fielding’s Black Student Association’s film screening of “Back to Natural” with a panel discussion; the Juneteenth Remembrance and Reflection panel discussion; and Santa Barbara City College’s The Umoja Mural Film [...]

Fielding and partners commemorate Juneteenth during week-long events2023-06-26T16:28:04-07:00

DEI Critical Conversations: Embracing Pride event set for June 28

2023-06-16T12:19:21-07:00

Please join us for the upcoming DEI Critical Conversations: Embracing Pride, Making Relatives Through 2SPLGBTQIA+ Belonging and Healing on Wednesday, June 28, from 3-4 p.m. PDT | 6 -7 p.m. EDT.  This event for the Fielding community explores critical moments in LGBTQIA+ history that have led us to where we are today with a particular focus on the history and meaning of 2 Spirit identities. In addition, we will discuss not only the challenges that 2SLGBTQIA+ communities face but also the opportunities for healing, change, and progressive work in ensuring that the human rights of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and communities are [...]

DEI Critical Conversations: Embracing Pride event set for June 282023-06-16T12:19:21-07:00
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