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WORKSHOP WITH MARY MIDGLEY: WHAT IS PHILOSOPHY FOR?

02/02/2016Philosophy NewsDavid

WORKSHOP WITH MARY MIDGLEY

WHAT IS PHILOSOPHY FOR?

Part of ‘The Difference of Philosophy’ Series

We are pleased to announce a workshop with acclaimed British moral philosopher Dr. Mary Midgley titled ‘What is Philosophy for?’

The workshop will consist of a paper by Dr. Midgley and a response by Dr. Rachael Wiseman (Durham University). This will be followed by a round table discussion regarding the role and definition of philosophy which all attendees are encouraged to take part in. The workshop will take place on Saturday 27th February 09.30-12.30 at the Great North (Hancock) Museum, Newcastle. Attendance and participation is free but space is limited. To reserve a place please email

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Referencing (plus a musical present)

17/12/2015Philosophy NewsDavid

Just because you have asked so much, here is a present, the referencing guide as it appears in the handbook. Referencing guide

And just because it is Christmas, try the Google Doodle with Beethoven (without endorsement!)

Merry Christmas and Robots (and now cannibalism)

15/12/2015Philosophy Newscannibalism, morality, stage 2, stage 3, video, workshopDavid

Ho ho ho.

Just to follow up from Continue reading Merry Christmas and Robots (and now cannibalism) →

Introducing your School Representative

14/12/2015FLTSEC, School rep, student experienceDavid

Hello, I’m Gillian Salmon and I want to introduce myself to you as your School Rep for Philosophical Studies. As it is the first time that Philosophical Studies has had a School Rep I thought I should let you know what I do.

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Essays, Library, Books, Distribution and Justice

09/12/2015Philosophy NewsDavid

I have received a few emails about the fact that books have already been loaned out from the library and individuals are finding it difficult to carry out proper research. Admittedly, we do not live in a state of abundance Continue reading Essays, Library, Books, Distribution and Justice →

Another undergraduate journal — call for papers

05/12/2015Philosophy NewsDavid

This might be of interest to some of you, another undergraduate journal for those of you interested in sharing your work. My advice, look at the essays being published and their standard.

Ephemeris

An undergraduate journal of philosophy

We are pleased to announce the publication of Ephemeris 2015

The print edition will be available soon; simply request a copy.

MANY THANKS TO OUR AUTHORS!

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Tasks for the week ahead

04/11/2015Philosophy Newsreading, stage 1, stage 2, stage 3David

I have decided to put this all on one post and it is intended for students on the PHI1010 European Philosophical Traditions 1, PHI2003 Modern Ethics, PHi3001 Legitimacy and Reasons modules. Continue reading Tasks for the week ahead →