On Campus ·
A Casual Conversation with a Zen Master
On September 18, American University’s Asian Studies program and the Department of Philosophy and Religion co-hosted a question and answer session with Venerable Pomnyun Sunim.
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Research ·
Curious Minds: Perry Zurn is a Scholar and Proponent of Curiosity Studies
Philosophy professor has three books in development focused on curiosity.
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Television & Film ·
The Tao of The Good Place: Profs Discuss TV’s Most Cerebral Sitcom
The breezy NBC comedy manages to work in Kant and Kierkegaard.
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Humanities ·
AU to Host Second Biennial Trans Philosophy Conference
The conference aims to define philosophy’s place within the field of transgender studies.
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In the Community ·
On the Road: Chaplain Mark Schaefer Rides his Bike for Kay Spiritual Life Center
The university chaplain is a strong advocate for AU’s interfaith community.
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Announcement ·
Nabina Liebow New Director, CAS LEAD Program
Nabina Liebow, a professorial lecturer in the Department of Philosophy and Religion, was chosen as CAS LEAD director after the university conducted a national search.
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