Philip P. Arnold

Philip P. Arnold is a Professor of Religion at Syracuse University’s College of Arts and Sciences, specializing in Indigenous cultures, environmental justice, and Native American religious traditions. He is also affiliated with the university's Environment, Sustainability, and Policy initiative and the Native American and Indigenous Studies program.

Arnold's research examines the intersection of Indigenous values, environmental ethics, and cultural preservation. His scholarship emphasizes the ceremonial dimensions of human interactions with nature, especially in contexts of sports and land stewardship. Recent publications explore the urgency of integrating Indigenous knowledge systems into contemporary environmental and social justice frameworks.

As founding director of the Skä•noñh Center and Chair of the Religion Department, Arnold oversees initiatives promoting understanding of Indigenous worldviews. His courses investigate Native American environmental ethics, cultural landscapes, and religious responses to ecological crises.