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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Research ·
What Was Machiavelli's Opinion of Greek Greats?
Christopher Lynch, professor of political science at Carthage College in Wisconsin, was the guest speaker at a SPA Political Theory Colloquium, in which he attempted to unpack what Machiavelli thought of ancient Greek philosophers Plato and Aristotle.
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Research ·
Three Perspectives of Chance: A Political Theory Institute Lecture by Robert Bartlett
AU School of Public Affairs hosted Boston College’s Behrakis Professor, Robert Bartlett for a talk examining the concept of “chance” and how it’s viewed in political philosophy.
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