The Great Conversation Continues with Chris Metivier Whatever your view of death, we can all agree that one thing is certain: we will all die. And given that we are sure to die, we are inclined to ask the question of whether it will be bad for us. In this conversation, … Continued
The Great Conversation Continues with Dr. Heather Gert It might seem obvious that if someone asks you what you see, the correct response is a description of whatever you happen to be looking at. Even better, you can direct his attention to that thing and he’ll see it for himself. … Continued
The Great Conversation Continues with Dr. Eric Kraemer Talk of “evil” is everywhere; in fact it is so common that you may think the term has no real meaning. In this discussion, Eric Kraemer, a philosopher from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse, presents an account of evil and … Continued
The Great Conversation Continues with Dr. Steve Danford Anyone who has studied physics knows of the intimate bonds between physics and mathematics. We’ll use several examples from physics and astrophysics to explore these connections, and to speculate on the nature of mathematics. How mathematics works in the service of physics will … Continued
The Great Conversation Continues with Dr. Bernard Gert It is surprising, and a little disheartening, that very few philosophers who are involved in teaching applied and professional ethics are concerned with the concept of cheating, for this topic involves their own profession. The failure to examine the concept of cheating … Continued
The Great Conversation Continues with Dr. Josh Hoffman Dr. Josh Hoffman, UNCG Dept. of Philosophy, will lead an examination of the shocking conclusion of science that objects lack color, taste, smell, heat and cold. April 15th, Faculty Center, 5:00 pm The Great Conversation is sponsored by the Philosophy Dept and … Continued