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SUMMARY:Ethics Bowl 2025
DESCRIPTION:Spartans\, we’ll have an Ethics Bowl on Friday\, Sept 19\, 2025 from 2:45-8:15pm\, and we would love for you to participate. \n\n\n\nAn Ethics Bowl is a competition where student teams present their reasoned answers to real-life ethical cases. No prior ethics coursework needed to compete! \n\n\n\nSnacks and dinner will be provided\, and there will be prizes for the top two teams. \n\n\n\nPlease find more information on the UNCG Ethics Bowl 2025 info page. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Dr. Insa Lawler (irlawler@uncg.edu).
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/ethics-bowl-2025/
LOCATION:MHRA building\, 1111 Spring Garden St\, Greensboro\, North Carolina\, 27412
CATEGORIES:Ethics Bowl
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SUMMARY:Ethics Bowl 2025 Demo + Q&A session
DESCRIPTION:If you’re interested in the Ethics Bowl\, but you’d like to learn more before you decide whether to participate\, please join us for the Ethics Bowl Demo + Q&A session. \n\n\n\nOn Sept 9\, 1:00-2:00pm (Curry 231/Macdonald room)\, we will offer a demo of the Ethics Bowl’s format and answer all your questions. Food will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease sign up by filling out this form. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions in the meantime\, please contact Dr. Insa Lawler: irlawler@uncg.edu
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/ethics-bowl-2025-demo-qa-session/
LOCATION:Curry 231\, 1109 Spring Garden St\, Greensboro\, North Carolina\, 27412
CATEGORIES:Ethics Bowl
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SUMMARY:Philosophy Students' Welcome Back Pizza Party
DESCRIPTION:Philosophy Spartans\, you’re invited to a Philosophy Students’ Welcome Back Pizza Party on Monday\, Aug 25\, 2025\, 5:00-7:00pm in MHRA 3501.
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/philosophy-students-welcome-back-pizza-party/
LOCATION:MHRA 3501\, 1111 Spring Garden Street\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dr. Christian Piller on Utility and Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the talk “Why interpersonal comparisons of utility and wellbeing might be problematic: A philosophical analysis” \n\n\n\ngiven by Dr. Christian Piller (University of York) \n\n\n\nThursday\, May 1\, 4:00-6:00pmCurry 231 \n\n\n\nThis talk has been organized by the UNCG Philosophy Department. It is open to the public and offers valuable insights for anyone interested in philosophy\, economics\, or social sciences.
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/dr-christian-piller-on-utility-and-wellbeing/
LOCATION:Curry 231\, 1109 Spring Garden St\, Greensboro\, North Carolina\, 27412
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SUMMARY:Study hall and snacks
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, Apr 30\, from 1:30-4:00pm for snacks and studying! \n\n\n\nWe’ll meet in Curry 235 and we have reserved a quiet study space in Curry 212. \n\n\n\nThis event is sponsored by the UNCG Philosophy Club and the UNCG Philosophy Department. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome!
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/study-hall-and-snacks/
LOCATION:Curry 235\, Greensboro
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T170000
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SUMMARY:Great Conversations: Changing Your Mind: Do Digital Tech ‘Nudges’ Shape Your Decisions?
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, Apr 15\, at 5:00pm in Foust 206 for the Great Conversation talk given by Zach Wrublewski about the topic “Changing your mind: Do tech ‘nudges’ shape your decisions?” \n\n\n\nExplore how the design of the technology we use influences our decisions and behaviors in unexpected ways. This thought-provoking talk will examine whether these digital nudges are beneficial or harmful and how they might even shape our character. Join us for an engaging discussion on the ethical and psychological impact of technology in our daily lives. \n\n\n\nFree and open to the public. To join virtually\, use this link: Great Conversation Link \n\n\n\nThis talk is sponsored by the UNCG Philosophy Department
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/great-conversation-changing-your-mind-do-digital-tech-nudges-shape-your-decisions/
LOCATION:Foust Building\, Room 206\, 1010 Administration Dr\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Great Conversation Series
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SUMMARY:Graduate school support group meeting
DESCRIPTION:Thinking About Pursuing a MA or PhD in Philosophy? Are you intrigued by the idea of pursuing a career that involves reading\, writing\, and exploring fascinating philosophical topics? If so\, the Graduate School Support Group is here to help! \n\n\n\nJoin us for an upcoming meeting designed on April 14 (5-6:30pm) to guide and prepare you for graduate studies in philosophy. The session will include:Program Overview & Timeline – How to best increase your chances of getting into graduate school\, and when to start preparing your required applicationmaterials.Ask Me Anything – Get your questions answered by two faculty from the Philosophy Department.Launch of the Graduate School Support Group on Canvas – Gain access to workshops and future events posted on Canvas. \n\n\n\nHosted by the Department of Philosophy and the UNCG Philosophy Club. \n\n\n\nFree and open to the public. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMacdonald Room\, Curry 231
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/graduate-school-support-group-meeting/
LOCATION:Curry Building\, Greensboro
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T170000
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SUMMARY:Great Conversations: When Should You Unfollow? A Philosophical Guide to Political Disagreement
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, Apr 7\, at 5:00pm in MHRA 1214 for the Great Conversation talk given by Dr. Daniel Muñoz (UNC Chapel Hill) about the topic “When should you unfollow? A philosophical guide to political disagreement.” \n\n\n\nHosted by the Department of Philosophy and the UNCG Philosophy Club. \n\n\n\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/when-should-you-unfollow-a-philosophical-guide-to-political-disagreement/
LOCATION:MHRA 1214\, 1111 Spring Garden St\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Great Conversation Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T170000
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SUMMARY:How Sherlock Holmes Gets it Right: An Investigation into the Epistemology of Guessing
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, Mar 25\, at 5:00pm in Foust 206 for the Great Conversation talk given by Dr. Michiel van Veldhuzien about the topic “How Sherlock Holmes Gets it Right: An Investigation into the Epistemology of Guessing”. \n\n\n\nHosted by the Department of Philosophy \n\n\n\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/how-sherlock-holmes-gets-it-right-an-investigation-into-the-epistemology-of-guessing/
LOCATION:Foust Building\, Room 206\, 1010 Administration Dr\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Great Conversation Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T012810Z
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SUMMARY:Philosophy Students Welcome Back Get-Together
DESCRIPTION:Philosophy Spartans\, you’re invited to a Philosophy Students Welcome Back Get-Together on Wednesday\, Jan 15\, 2025\, 5:00-7:00pm in MHRA 3501.  \n\n\n\nThere will be food!
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/philosophy-students-welcome-back-get-together/
LOCATION:MHRA 3501\, 1111 Spring Garden Street\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241106T211851Z
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SUMMARY:World Philosophy Day: Ask a Philosopher a Question
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://cas.uncg.edu/event/world-philosophy-day-ask-a-philosopher-a-question/#new_tab
LOCATION:NC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T170000
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SUMMARY:Should humanities be useful?
DESCRIPTION:Join us on next Wednesday\, Nov 13\, at 5:00pm in Foust 206 for the Great Conversation talk given by Dr. Heather Adams about the topic “Should humanities be useful?” \n\n\n\nHosted by the Department of Philosophy \n\n\n\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/should-humanities-be-useful/
LOCATION:Foust Building\, Room 206\, 1010 Administration Dr\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Great Conversation Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T183000
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CREATED:20241022T122413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T213155Z
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SUMMARY:Whether to believe in ghost stories from the Chinese philosopher Mozi
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Monday\, Oct 28\, at 5:00pm in Foust 206 for the Great Conversation talk given by Dr. Ruble about the topic “Whether to believe in ghost stories from the Chinese philosopher Mozi.” \n\n\n\nHosted by the Department of Philosophy \n\n\n\nFree and open to the public.
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/whether-to-believe-in-ghost-stories-from-the-chinese-philosopher-mozi/
LOCATION:Foust Building\, Room 206\, 1010 Administration Dr\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Great Conversation Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T021900Z
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SUMMARY:6th Annual UNCG Public Republic
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Oct 18 (8am-6pm) by the Minerva Statue for a public reading of all 10 books of Plato’s Republic. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to volunteer to be a reader\, go to: https://go.uncg.edu/sjed44
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/6th-annual-uncg-public-republic/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Public Republic
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T201500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T144735Z
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SUMMARY:Ethics Bowl 2024
DESCRIPTION:Spartans\, we’ll have an Ethics Bowl on September 13\, 2024 from 2:45-8:15pm\, and we would love for you to participate. \n\n\n\nAn Ethics Bowl is a competition where student teams present their reasoned answers to real-life ethical cases. No prior ethics coursework needed to compete! \n\n\n\nSnacks and dinner will be provided\, and there will be prizes for the top two teams. \n\n\n\nPlease find more information here: https://go.uncg.edu/UNCGEthicsBowl2024 \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Dr. Insa Lawler (irlawler@uncg.edu).
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/ethics-bowl-2024/
LOCATION:MHRA building\, 1111 Spring Garden St\, Greensboro\, North Carolina\, 27412
CATEGORIES:Ethics Bowl
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T140000
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SUMMARY:Ethics bowl 2024 Demo + Q&A session
DESCRIPTION:If you’re interested in the Ethics Bowl\, but you’d like to learn more before you decide whether to participate\, please join us for the Ethics Bowl Demo + Q&A session. \n\n\n\nOn Sept 4\, 1:00-2:00pm (Curry 231/Macdonald room)\, we will offer a demo of the Ethics Bowl’s format and answer all your questions. Food will be provided. \n\n\n\nPlease sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/JTZqwZz08v \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions in the meantime\, please contact Dr. Insa Lawler: irlawler@uncg.edu
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/ethics-bowl-2024-demo-qa-session/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:Ethics Bowl
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T183000
DTSTAMP:20260502T004918
CREATED:20240314T203723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T204640Z
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SUMMARY:Dr. Simone Gubler (UNC Chapel Hill) "Last Dance at the Waldorf: Conservatism\, Anachronism\, and the Value of Particular Past Things"
DESCRIPTION:Join us on March 18 at 5:00pm in Foust 206for a talk given by Dr. Simone Gubler (UNC Chapel Hill) about the topic “Last Dance at the Waldorf: Conservatism\, Anachronism\, and the Value of Particular Past Things.”\n\n\n\nThe Philosophy Club is hosting this talk and it is being generously co-sponsored by the Philosophy Department.
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/dr-simone-gubler-unc-chapel-hill-last-dance-at-the-waldorf-conservatism-anachronism-and-the-value-of-particular-past-things/
LOCATION:Foust Building\, Room 206\, 1010 Administration Dr\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T004918
CREATED:20240223T222729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T184348Z
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SUMMARY:Make-Believe Everything That You Read: Play and the Principle of Hermeneutic Charity
DESCRIPTION:When interpreting another person\, it is a good policy to try to interpret their words as charitably as possible. Dr. Adam Rosenfeld will lead an open discussion about the idea that engaging in a playful sort of make-believe is the best way to do this. What does that mean? Is it true? Come join the conversation! \n\n\n\nHosted by the Department of Philosophy \n\n\n\nFree and open to the public. \n\n\n\n\n\nGC-RosenfeldDownload
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/make-believe-everything-that-you-read-play-and-the-principle-of-hermeneutic-charity/
LOCATION:Foust 206\, 1010 Administration Dr\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Great Conversation Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T091500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T004918
CREATED:20240117T183016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T221004Z
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SUMMARY:A Colloquium in Honor of Professor Michael J. Zimmerman
DESCRIPTION:Professor Zimmerman recently retired after more than three decades of teaching and research in the Philosophy Department at UNCG.The UNCG Philosophy Department\, with generous support from Kenneth Miller and the Office of the Dean of Arts & Sciences hosts a Colloquium in Honor of Professor Michael J. Zimmerman.\n\n\n\nThe colloquium will take place in the Oakley Family Reception Room\, in the Alumni House\, on the UNCG campus. A light breakfast will be available in the colloquium room from 8:45am to 9:15am. \n\n\n\nEach session will begin with a 45-minute presentation\, followed by a 15-minute response from Prof. Zimmerman\, and 30 minutes of discussion with the audience. \n\n\n\n9:15-10:45am – Dr. Douglas Husak\, “Review of Ignorance and Moral Responsibility” by Michael J. Zimmerman \n\n\n\n10:45-11am – Break \n\n\n\n11am-12:30pm – Dr. Randolph Clarke\, “Blame and Ignorance” \n\n\n\n12:30-1:45pm – Lunch break (attendees are on their own for lunch) \n\n\n\n1:45-3:15pm – Dr. Michael McKenna\, “On the Interdependence Thesis & the Essentially Interpersonal Nature of Moral Responsibility” \n\n\n\n3:15-3:30pm  – Break \n\n\n\n3:30-5pm – Dr. Holly Smith\, “Suberogatory and Even More Suberogatory” \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact Emma Tennant at ertennan@uncg.edu or 336.334.5059
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/a-colloquium-in-honor-of-dr-michael-j-zimmerman/
LOCATION:Oakley Reception Room\, Alumni House\, 404 College Avenue\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T183000
DTSTAMP:20260502T004918
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T204611Z
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SUMMARY:Are Games The Key To The Good Life?
DESCRIPTION:Bernard Suits defined playing a game as the voluntary attempt to overcome unnecessary obstacles. \n\n\n\nA short talk by philosophy professor Derek Skillings\, followed by open conversation\, will explore the emerging field of the philosophy of games. \n\n\n\nWhat makes games a unique form of aesthetic expression? \n\n\n\nCan they provide the means to make us better people? Is there a danger to gamifying life? \n\n\n\nCome join the conversation!
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/dr-skillings-great-conversation-lecture-are-games-the-key-to-the-good-life/
LOCATION:Foust 206\, 1010 Administration Dr\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Great Conversation Series
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SUMMARY:World Philosophy Day Celebration 2023
DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 16 from 5pm – 7pm\, in MHRA 3501 for the World Philosophy Day Celebration!\nBring a photo and/or a quote from your favorite philosopher. Refreshments will be served.
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/world-philosophy-day-celebration-2023/
LOCATION:MHRA 3501\, 1111 Spring Garden Street\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T170000
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DTSTAMP:20260502T004918
CREATED:20231023T193522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240208T212747Z
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SUMMARY:The Great Converation Series: Is It Time For Humans To Live On Mars?
DESCRIPTION:The Great Conversation Series presents “Is It Time For Humans To Live On Mars?”\, a philosophical exploration by Elliot Goodine.
URL:https://philosophy.uncg.edu/event/is-it-time-for-humans-to-live-on-mars/
LOCATION:Foust Building\, Room 206\, 1010 Administration Dr\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27412\, United States
CATEGORIES:Great Conversation Series
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