Philosophy Giving Opportunities
The Philosophy Department’s fundraising priorities include student scholarships, research and conference funding, and faculty support. Below is a list of existing accounts within the department. To support the department today with an online gift, click on the account you would like to support. Your gifts enhance the intellectual environment of the department.
General Support
- Philosophy Department (opens in a new window)—Provides current-use dollars for the department’s most pressing needs
- Philosophy Development Fund (opens in a new window)—Endowment to support the department
Student Awards and Scholarships
- The Donald M. Borchert Graduate Fellowship (opens in a new window)—Supports an outstanding graduate student
- Mary Spetnagel Scholarship Fund (opens in a new window)—Supports undergraduate and graduate students
- Idus Murphree Prize in Philosophy (opens in a new window)—Scholarship for a first-year graduate student
- Robert Wieman Scholarship Fund (opens in a new window)—Award for an outstanding student in the history of philosophy
Faculty and Staff Enhancements
- Stanley Grean Visiting Professorship in Philosophy (opens in a new window)—Supports a visiting lecturer for the department
- The J. Roger Saydah Memorial Fund for Philosophy Faculty Support (opens in a new window)—Provides support for faculty research, travel, and other related needs
Contact Us
If you have questions about supporting the Philosophy department, or if you have interest in establishing a new fund, please contact:
David Johnson
Senior Director of Development
johnsod7@ohio.edu
740-597-1604