The latest issue of the Journal of Italian Philosophy, edited largely from within the Philosophy department at Newcastle, was published a few weeks ago: https://research.ncl.ac.uk/italianphilosophy/currentissue/
The next issue should be available remarkably soon too, perhaps by the end of July 2021.
Quick reading on free will
Welcome back from the break and hope you are well. If you are interested, The Guardian has an overview article on free will this morning. Not great, a little simple but a good revision/overview. Enjoy over Lucky Charms or croissants, but definitely with coffee.
Be interviewed for a project on diversity in Philosophy
Anne-Marie McCallion from Manchester University writes:
I am looking for students to take part in my research into diversity in philosophy and factors that cause the attrition of marginalised groups from the undergraduate to postgraduate levels. This research is part of an AHRC [Arts and Humanities Research Council] funded joint project with the British Philosophical Association and the Diversity Reading List.
I am interested in recruiting participants of all levels of philosophical study from undergraduate to postgraduate levels in order to discuss their experience of studying philosophy and thoughts about curriculum diversity. Participation in this research will involve a semi-structured interview concerning some central philosophical topics, experiences studying philosophy, and why you would like to continue (or not to continue) in philosophy. The interview will last approximately one hour and will take place via Zoom. There will also be a short questionnaire to fill out prior to the interview. If you are interested in participating in this research please email me ( anne-marie.mccallion@manchester.ac.uk) so that I can send you a participant information sheet which will contain more information. I am also more than happy to answer any questions you may have via email.
Undergraduate philosophy conference
Holiday listening
Who was Michel Foucault? Why is he still influential? A half-hour introduction to the French philosopher and historian of ideas from Thinking Allowed. https://bbc.in/3h4syp7 | @BBCSounds
Journal of Italian Philosophy – Volume 3
The latest volume of the Journal of Italian Philosophy, a periodical based in Newcastle Philosophy, and this year edited by Giovanni Marmont and German E. Primera, has just been published.
It’s available here.
It is devoted to the notion of ‘inoperativity’ in the work of Giorgio Agamben, and also contains a new translation of a work by Agamben on Georges Bataille.
Undergraduate journal – Epistemai
Epistemai, the University of Minnesota’s undergraduate philosophy journal, is now accepting paper submissions for our 2021 edition.
We’re looking for excellent undergraduate papers from any philosophical tradition and discipline. Selections will be made based on originality, engagement with the source material, depth of argument, maturity of vocabulary, clarity, conciseness, and accessibility of thoughts and language. We welcome submissions from diverse philosophical backgrounds and on a broad variety of topics.
Submission criteria and process:
- 3,000 words.
- summarizing your paper and page numbers.
- are preferred.
- all personal information (do not include name anywhere else in the paper): your name, your email, and your undergraduate institution name.
- by February 1, 2021
- by filling out and uploading a .docx or .docs (must be editable) to our google form [https://forms.gle/QGALmJ9PHffEsP1j9].
Papers will be selected by early spring. You will be notified as to our decision at that time.
We look forward to receiving your submissions!
Contact Kiley Komro at Komro012@umn.edu, with any questions.
Undergraduates! Publish your Papers! (In Idaho)
Hello,
The University of Idaho’s undergraduate journal of philosophy, The Hemlock, is looking to accept paper submissions for its 18th edition. Submissions from all areas of philosophical inquiry and from all institutions are welcome.
.PDF or .docx (word) format only
Include a works cited page
2000-4000 words (submissions slightly outside of this range are welcome)
<200 word abstract
The Hemlock is double-blind peer-reviewed. All authors whose papers are accepted for peer review will receive ample and constructive feedback. The top papers from peer review will be either accepted for publication or returned to the author for one opportunity to revise and resubmit the manuscript. We strive to maintain clear and prompt communication with all those interested in our journal.
The deadline for submissions is January 15th, 2021. Please send all submissions to TheHemlockPapers@gmail.com, and do not hesitate to reach out to this address with questions about the journal. See here for a flyer with this information.
We look forward to seeing your work.
All best,
Trevor Woodward
Editor, The Hemlock Papers
Undergraduate reviewers for philosophy journal wanted
CALL FOR EXTERNAL REVIEWERS
Stance: An International Undergraduate Philosophy Journal seeks undergraduate philosophy students to serve as manuscript reviewers.
Stance reviewers hone their writing, researching, and analysis skills by evaluating original papers by some of the world’s most talented undergraduate scholars. Reviewers must have advanced undergraduate experience in philosophy, strengths in writing and editing, and the self-motivation necessary to complete work by given deadlines. A letter of recommendation from a professor who is familiar with the student’s philosophical abilities is required.
Stance has two types of manuscript reviewers. “External Reviewers” evaluate two or three manuscripts, typically in late January or early February. “Assistant Editorial Board Members” serve on our major review teams. Assistant Editorial Board Members consider approximately 20 -30 papers in December. All reviewers receive training material that explains what is expected in the formal review and are guided by an experienced Stance staff member. Reviewers are credited in both the print and electronic versions of the journal.
To apply, please visit https://www.stancephilosophy.com/for-reviewers-1 and follow the instructions provided on the Call for Reviewers.
Please contact us at ballstatestance@gmail.com with any questions you may have.
Deadline: October 16, 2020

