Javy W. Galindo
Senior Educator in Philosophy, Humanities, & Religion
(And semi-retired jazz vocalist.)
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Hello wonderful vistor! Who is this handsome gentleman you see on your screen? He is an electrical-engineer-turned-college-humanities-and-philosophy professor and online pedagogy specialist with 16+ years of experience helping students connect ideas, culture, and lived experience through rigorous, inclusive teaching.
I teach philosophy, humanities, and religion in ways that help students engage big questions about meaning, identity, ethics, culture, and the human condition. I currently serve as the lead Philosophy instructor at San Jose City College, where I perform chair-level work in curriculum, SLO assessment, and program stewardship, and I also teach in the Humanities and Philosophy departments at De Anza College. Across in-person, hybrid, and online formats, my work centers on inclusive pedagogy, thoughtful course design, and helping diverse community college students build the skills and confidence to succeed.
*Latest News:
- Classes for Fall ’25 @ De Anza College: Popular Culture (Humi 6), Global Religious Perspectives (Humi 10), Philosophy of Religion (Phil 24).
- Classes for Spring ’26 @ De Anza College: Creative Minds (Humi 01), Introduction to Philosophy (Phil 01).
- Classes for Spring ’26 @ San Jose City College: Introduction to Philosophy (Phil 10), Ethics (Phil 65).
- If you are a student in one of my philosophy or humanities courses and are looking for your class website, email me directly. You will not find links to current classes here.
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Javy’s Books
Authentic Happiness in Seven Emails
“What a beautiful gift—four simple steps that can end what is so often, and for so many, a futile quest for a truly happy life…This is a simple, practical guide for anyone who’s searching for that elusive state called true happiness.” – John McGrail, Ph.D. Therapist and author of The Synthesis Effect
“The discoveries contained herein will make an essential addition to the toolbox, of not only mental health clinicians, but to any individual who seeks the essentials of a happy life.” – Donald Lynch, Ph.D. Professor of Psychology at Unity College
The Power of Thinking Differently
“This easy-to-read work presents instructions, anecdotes, and the findings from many fields to bypass the self-limiting notion that creativity only falls to geniuses and artists. Learn how to think not only more effectively, but altogether differently in service to your own spark of creativity.” – Psychology professor and author Craig Chalquist PhD
“Javy Galindo shows us how to… touch that place of wonder and curiosity so prevalent in childhood. This book gives us up to date tools and understanding…” Clinical psychologist and author Sylvia Lafair PhD