May 2022
Contemporary Philosophy That May Help You In A Difficult Time
At Shepherd, a book recommendation site, philosopher Michael Cholbi (Edinburgh) discusses his own book, Grief: A Philosophical Guide, and a few other works by philosophers he thinks can provide readers with an “emotional compass” to help “navigate the perennial challenges that being human presents us.” (more…)
Kelly & Rembert Win Pulitzer Prize
Erin Kelly, professor of philosophy at Tufts University, together with the late Winfred Rembert, have won the the 2022 Pulitzer Prize for biography/autobiography for their book, Chasing Me to My Grave: An Artist’s Memoir of the Jim Crow South. (more…)
Seeking Feedback on “Good Practices Guide” – Part 1
A group of philosophers associated with the Demographics in Philosophy project have taken up the task of creating a “Good Practices Guide” to advance diversity in philosophy and are seeking suggestions, criticisms, and comments on the initial draft.
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Ismael from Columbia to Johns Hopkins
Jenann Ismael, currently professor of philosophy at Columbia University, will be moving to Johns Hopkins University. (more…)
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Two Philosophy Students Among Newcombe Fellows
The Institute for Citizens & Scholars has announced its 2022 class of Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellows, which includes two philosophy students. (more…)
Woollard Wins Journal of Applied Philosophy Prize
Fiona Woollard, professor of philosophy at the University of Southampton, is the winner of the 2021 Journal of Applied Philosophy Essay Prize. (more…)
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Philosophers Among Winners of ERC Advanced Grants
The European Research Council (ERC) has announced the recipients of its latest round of its multimillion-euro “Advanced Grants,” and several philosophers are among them. (more…)
Philosopher Wins State-Wide Teaching Award in Texas
Manuela Alejandra Gomez, professor of philosophy at El Paso Community College (EPCC), was named a 2022 Piper Professor, an honor bestowed by the government of Texas to recognize excellence in teaching. (more…)
Joseph Raz (1939-2022)
Joseph Raz, one of the most influential legal, political, and moral philosophers over the past 50 years, has died. (more…)
Online Philosophy Resources Weekly Update
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