Sangeetha Kowsik, founder of Ihsan Ishan Design, is an accomplished speaker and educator who has delivered lectures at prestigious museums, universities, and institutions worldwide. Her expertise includes interfaith initiatives, diversity, and designing with cultural sensitivity to ensure that no faith or tradition is misrepresented.

Sangeetha is also renowned for leading insightful museum tours, educating audiences on the spiritual significance of art objects, and showcasing the deep connections between cultures. As a trained Arabic calligrapher and advocate for cultural understanding, she offers a unique perspective through impactful lectures that inspire unity, respect, and meaningful dialogue.

Sangeetha is the founder of the NYU Hindu Center and is a trained Hindu priestess. At Ihsan Ishan Design, our mission is to unite diverse communities and cultures by explaining the profound meanings and concepts behind our designs, creating greater understanding and connection among people of different backgrounds.

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INTERFAITH DIALOGUES, LECTURES ON DESIGN / ARABIC CALLIGRAPHY,
BRINGING DIVERSE COMMUNITIES TOGETHER THROUGH ART & DESIGN

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY - HINDUISM, DESIGN, AND WHY A HINDU IS A TRAINED ISLAMIC ARABIC CALLIGRAPHER

NYU UNIVERSITY - PANEL DISCUSSIONS WITH MUSLIM, JEWISH, AND CHRISTIAN STUDENTS MODERATED BY A HINDU

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY - FEMINISM IN RELIGIOUS TRADITIONS - A FEMALE RABBI (JUDAISM), SHEIKHA (FEMALE ISLAMIC SCHOLAR), A HINDU

Awarded Chaplain of the Year for Interfaith Programming by Chelsea Clinton

A Female Hindu Priest

Sangeetha, a rare female Hindu priest and first-generation Indian American, was trained in Hindu puja rites by her father, who built three Hindu temples in the U.S. As the founder of NYU's Hindu Center, she performs inclusive and customizable pujas for diverse communities, including Indian Americans, interfaith individuals, and LGBTQI+ communities. Well versed in Sanskrit and South Asian languages, trained in Indian Classical Music, she tailors her ceremonies to both Western and traditional audiences, explaining the meaning behind each ritual. Contact her below to request a puja.

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