Department of Philosophy
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The foundations of the department were laid by eminent persons such as Prof. Gopal Ganesh Agarkar Dr. R.D. Ranande and the tradition of excellence in teaching philosophy continued, with the recent former heads of the department Professor J.E. Lobo (retired in 2008) and Dr. Deepti Gangavane (retired in 2019) being instrumental in making the subject popular not just in the college but in the city.
The department is committed to providing a comprehensive understanding of the discipline of philosophy, as reflected in its course structure. The curriculum covers Indian as well as Western philosophical perspectives from the classical to the contemporary period. Minor courses are offered in Ethics and Good Life, Living Ethical Debates, Social and Political Philosophy, and Aesthetics. Skill-based and vocational courses are also integrated, focusing on Critical Thinking, Academic Writing, Dealing with Emotions through Logic-Based Therapy, and Philosophical Practice. Additionally, the department provides Courses in Logic, including Syllogistic Reasoning, Propositional Logic, Predicate Logic, Methodology of Science, and Traditions in Indian Logic.
The department has collaborations with organizations such as ChaloThinkKare, Impact Solutions Lab, PPAI, and WiseOne HelpSelf Wellness LLP to provide students with community engagement programs and introductory courses and certifications in Philosophical Practice and Philosophical Counselling.
The department employs interactive learning, critical thinking development, student engagement, a holistic approach, and engagement with original texts from both Indian and Western traditions of philosophy as its teaching-learning practices.
The department urges students to Question, Philosophize and Engage with the Universe Within and Without and aims to help students know themselves and the world they live in through multiple perspectives.
Socratic Association – Students’ Club
The department boasts of one of the oldest student clubs of college, Socratic Association which was established in 1915. A club run by the students and for the students, it gives a platform to students to have discussions, debates, presentations on philosophical themes, ranging from purely theoretical to applied and contemporary concerns. The activities of the department are driven entirely by the students and the role of the teachers is only as the facilitators for the year long events of the club.
Tattva – Departmental Festival
Tattva, the annual fest of the philosophy department, is amongst the most popular fests in college. With every edition of the fest, students of the department come up with innovative ideas to make philosophy accessible to visitors and get them to engage with philosophy. They use short skits, panel discussions, posters, debates, quizzes and many more ways to do the same. Some popular games that have continued to attract visitors are ‘change my mind’, ‘art or not’, ‘it’s a match’, etc.
Dr. Radhika Priyottam Jadhav
- Teaching: 15 Years
- Research/Industrial: 15 Years
Contact no. (office):
020-67656005, 020-67656037
radhika.jadhav@fergusson.edu
Ira Harshad Gokhale
Prachi Jayawant Moghe
- Teaching: 3 Years
- Reaserch: 3 Years
Contact no. (office):
Email ID:
- Self Motivated
| Name | Designation |
|---|---|
| Dr. Radhika Jadhav | Head and Chairman |
| Dr. Namita Nimbalkar Associate Professor Department of Philosophy | Subject Expert – I (Outside Parent University) |
| Dr. Himani Chaukar Assistant Professor and Head Department of Philosophy Ramnarain Ruia College,Mumbai | Subject Expert-II (outside Parent University) |
| Professor Dr. Harish Navale Head, Department of Philosophy SPPU | Vice Chancellors’ Nominee |
| Ms. Mrinalini Vanarase Mentor, Knowledge & Research IAPAR, Pune | Representative from industry expert/corporate sector/allied areas |
| Ms. Rohini Shukla | One meritorious Alumnus |
| Ms. Prachi Moghe (CHB) Department of Philosophy, Fergusson College, Autonomous, Pune | Faculty member-1 |
| Ms. Ira Gokhale (CHB) Department of Philosophy,Fergusson College, Autonomous, Pune | Faculty member-2 |
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About Department
The foundations of the department were laid by eminent persons such as Prof. Gopal Ganesh Agarkar Dr. R.D. Ranande and the tradition of excellence in teaching philosophy continued, with the recent former heads of the department Professor J.E. Lobo (retired in 2008) and Dr. Deepti Gangavane (retired in 2019) being instrumental in making the subject popular not just in the college but in the city.
The department is committed to providing a comprehensive understanding of the discipline of philosophy, as reflected in its course structure. The curriculum covers Indian as well as Western philosophical perspectives from the classical to the contemporary period. Minor courses are offered in Ethics and Good Life, Living Ethical Debates, Social and Political Philosophy, and Aesthetics. Skill-based and vocational courses are also integrated, focusing on Critical Thinking, Academic Writing, Dealing with Emotions through Logic-Based Therapy, and Philosophical Practice. Additionally, the department provides Courses in Logic, including Syllogistic Reasoning, Propositional Logic, Predicate Logic, Methodology of Science, and Traditions in Indian Logic.
The department has collaborations with organizations such as ChaloThinkKare, Impact Solutions Lab, PPAI, and WiseOne HelpSelf Wellness LLP to provide students with community engagement programs and introductory courses and certifications in Philosophical Practice and Philosophical Counselling.
The department employs interactive learning, critical thinking development, student engagement, a holistic approach, and engagement with original texts from both Indian and Western traditions of philosophy as its teaching-learning practices.
The department urges students to Question, Philosophize and Engage with the Universe Within and Without and aims to help students know themselves and the world they live in through multiple perspectives.
Socratic Association – Students’ Club
The department boasts of one of the oldest student clubs of college, Socratic Association which was established in 1915. A club run by the students and for the students, it gives a platform to students to have discussions, debates, presentations on philosophical themes, ranging from purely theoretical to applied and contemporary concerns. The activities of the department are driven entirely by the students and the role of the teachers is only as the facilitators for the year long events of the club.
Tattva – Departmental Festival
Tattva, the annual fest of the philosophy department, is amongst the most popular fests in college. With every edition of the fest, students of the department come up with innovative ideas to make philosophy accessible to visitors and get them to engage with philosophy. They use short skits, panel discussions, posters, debates, quizzes and many more ways to do the same. Some popular games that have continued to attract visitors are ‘change my mind’, ‘art or not’, ‘it’s a match’, etc.
Faculty
Dr. Radhika Priyottam Jadhav
- Teaching: 15 Years
- Research/Industrial: 15 Years
Contact no. (office):
020-67656005, 020-67656037
radhika.jadhav@fergusson.edu
Ira Harshad Gokhale
Prachi Jayawant Moghe
- Teaching: 3 Years
- Reaserch: 3 Years
Contact no. (office):
Email ID:
- Self Motivated
Board of Studies
- Dr. Radhika Jadhav – Head and Chairman
- Dr. Namita Nimbalkar – Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy – Subject Expert – I (Outside Parent University)
- Dr. Himani Chaukar – Assistant Professor and Head, Department of Philosophy, Ramnarain Ruia College, Mumbai – Subject Expert – II (Outside Parent University)
- Professor Dr. Harish Navale – Head, Department of Philosophy, SPPU – Vice Chancellor’s Nominee
- Ms. Mrinalini Vanarase – Mentor, Knowledge & Research, IAPAR, Pune – Representative from Industry Expert/Corporate Sector/Allied Areas
- Ms. Rohini Shukla – One Meritorious Alumnus
- Ms. Prachi Moghe – CHB, Department of Philosophy, Fergusson College, Autonomous, Pune – Faculty Member-1
- Ms. Ira Gokhale – CHB, Department of Philosophy, Fergusson College, Autonomous, Pune – Faculty Member-2
Physical Infrastructure
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Syllabi
Best Practices
- One Intensive Course offered every year covering themes not included in the syllabus.
- Guidance offered to students for presentation of research papers in seminars
- Regular Interactive sessions with ex-students on topics related to the syllabi.
- An easy and guided access to study material in the Departmental Library.
- Students have access to their term-end answer papers which showcases the transparency in marking system.
- Good Student-Teacher rapport
Other Activities
- The “Socratic Association”, which was founded in 1915, runs activities throughout the year which are primarily Academic in nature and conducted by the students and for the students.
- The departmental fest, “Tattva” focuses on Philosophical themes in an interesting manner so as to make Philosophy accessible to students of all disciplines.
- “Rocking Chair”, launched in August 2015 is the monthly e-magazine of the Department is completely an initiative of the students and is run by the students.
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