News and Announcements
On November 22nd, 2024, the conference “Pierre Teilhard de Chardin, Thomas Berry, and Process Philosophy” was held at Beijing Normal University by the School of Philosophy and The Center for Sciences and Humanities. Conference participants included scholars from Yale University, Institute for Postmodern Development of China, Center for Process Studies, USA, Peking University, Tsinghua University, Beijing Normal University, Minzu University of China, Beijing Institute for the Study of Catholicism and Culture, China University of Political Science and Law, Huanghe Science and Technology College.
- Kong Shifu, Simeiqi He
- Report
The Center for Process Studies is growing a new branch of eco-education programs dedicated to cultivating the vision of ecological civilization through process-relational culture in youth education. With aims to build a global eco-education community, this project brings together collective wisdom from many cultures for eco-literacy and project-based learning programs. As well, this project has a special focus on creating hope amidst the metacrisis by empowering youth to become co-creators of a bright future.
- Lauren Elizabeth Clare, Mingyang Che, Xinlin (Vivian) Song
- General Announcement
Chinese process scholars and expert researchers on eco-civilization gathered in Beijing and held a memorial meeting for Dr. John B. Cobb, Jr. on Dec. 30th, 2024. The memorial meeting was organized by Chinese Process Society, Beijing Whitehead Institute of Education, Science and Technology and Beijing Whitehead Kindergarten, and co-organized by Whitehead Research Center (WRC) of BNU-HKBU United International College (UIC).
- Wang Xueting
- Report
Chinese and foreign process educators
gathered in Luoyang, the ancient capital of 13 dynasties, to participate in the International Symposium on “Process Philosophy and Basic Education Development” to discuss new ideas for the reform of basic education.
- Vesselin Petrov, Wang Xiaoyu
- Report
Rapid advancements in science and technology continue to provoke philosophical theology to reimagine divine creativity and humanity’s role in cosmic evolution. This Special Issue of Religions invites scholars to explore how contemporary participatory approaches to cosmology—or approaches recognizing the co-creative participation of individuals and communities (including nonhumans) in bringing forth worlds—challenge and enrich traditional theological doctrines. How might a broadly participatory approach foster novel spiritual perspectives and practices responsive to the existential and ethical challenges posed by our increasingly technocratic civilization?
- Matthew David Segall
- Call for Papers
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of John B. Cobb, Jr., a visionary thinker, tireless advocate for ecological civilization, and a guiding light in process thought. As the founder of the Center for Process Studies, John’s wisdom, courage, and unwavering hope inspired generations of scholars, activists, and spiritual seekers across the globe.
- Wm. Andrew Schwartz
- General Announcement
We are pleased to announce the new Call for Papers of the Italian and international journal “Nuovo Giornale di Filosofia della Religione” (NGFR - New Journal of Philosophy of Religion) n. 6 (2026).
- Andrew M. Davis
- Call for Papers
The Center for Process Studies (CPS) library and archives, the world’s largest collection of materials on process thought, has found a new home at Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC)! The materials, including notable collections like the Whitehead papers and John Cobb's library, are being sorted, preserved, and integrated with SIUC’s Special Collections, enhancing the university's reputation as a hub for process-oriented research. With plans for digitization, expanded accessibility, and upcoming events like the 2026 International Whitehead Conference, CPS's new chapter marks a significant milestone in preserving and advancing process studies.
- Wm. Andrew Schwartz
- General Announcement
We are thrilled to share a pivotal moment in the history of the Center for Process Studies, as we embark on a transformative new chapter. CPS and the Cobb Institute are merging! This merger marks the dawn of a new era, filled with potential, not only for our organizations but for the world as we confront some of the most pressing challenges of our time.
- Wm. Andrew Schwartz
- General Announcement
My trip to Harvard for the Center for Process Studies conference celebrating 100 years of process thought gave me occasion to reflect not only on Whitehead’s legacy, but on his resonances with Emerson and their shared vision of philosophical education.
- Matthew David Segall
- Report