Patrick Ioakimedes

Patrick Ioakimedes double majored in religious studies and philosophy (honors) at California State University, Northridge and completed his MDiv and MA in theology at Claremont School of Theology. His thesis focused on the mind-body problem and the principle of unity by analyzing the history of the relationship between religion and science and pointing to Whitehead and others as a means to overcome the division of the 20th century. He currently teaches US and world history as well as world religions at a title 1 public school within the Los Angeles Unified School District. Patrick is also a musician and activist who has been involved with groups such as the Poor People’s Campaign, Reform LA Jails, Justice LA, and LA Voice.