M.A./Ph.D. in Mythological Studies
Program Chair
Patrick Mahaffey, Ph.D.
Chair, M.A./Ph.D. Program in Mythological Studies with Emphasis in Depth Psychology
Patrick Mahaffey is a religious studies scholar who has published essays on Hindu mythos, Jung’s depth psychology and yoga, religious pluralism, postmodernism, and religion in America. Dr. Mahaffey has conducted research in India and Australia and is currently studying contemplative practices. He reaches courses on Hindu and Buddhist traditions and has chaired Pacifica’s Mythological Studies Program since 1995.
"The deepest values and existential concerns of a people are encoded within its myths. It is a delight for me to teach in a truly unique graduate program devoted to the study of the myths, beliefs, symbols, literature, and rituals of a wide range of religious and cultural traditions. The creative vision that animates the faculty and students in this program is inspiring. Our studies together nourish the soul, kindle creativity, and expand our appreciation for the diverse ways in which human beings live their lives." - Patrick Mahaffey, Ph.D.
