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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 13h

Happening Friday: APA member @jennifermmorton.bsky.social (University of Pennsylvania) to deliver the Aquinas Lecture at Marquette University on “A Teacher’s Dilemma: Balancing High Expectations with Evidence.” Free and open to the public. today.marquette.edu/2025/09/dr-j...

Dr. Jennifer Morton to deliver 86th Aquinas Lecture, Oct. 10 | Marquette Today

The Department of Philosophy will host the 86th Aquinas Lecture on Friday, Oct. 10, at 3 p.m. in the Fr. John Naus, S.J., Room (AMU 163). This year’s lecture, “A Teacher’s Dilemma: Balancing High…

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 17h

APA member @ricksva.bsky.social is quoted in this article on how he's using a print book to teach students about AI—and help them relearn critical reading and thinking skills. www.insidehighered.com/news/student...

2 Professors Teach About AI Using Print Book

Faculty members help students practice close reading and analysis with a physical book, building life skills and social connection.

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 1d

APA member Brett Fulkerson-Smith on preparing students for life, leadership on Guam. www.guampdn.com/opinion/opin...

OPINION Philosophy: Preparing students for life, leadership on Guam

(This is the first of a series of essays on the unique contributions of the humanities program at the University of Guam to the island and the wider Pacific region.)

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 2d

The APA is accepting submissions for the 2026 David Baumgardt Memorial Fellowship. The fellowship, in the amount of $10,000, is for the support and dissemination of research in the field of ethics. Deadline: October 30. Learn more: www.apaonline.org/baumgardt

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 2d

Happening Tuesday 10/7: APA member Kieran Setiya (MIT) to deliver the Richard J. Burke Lecture in Philosophy, Religion and Society at Oakland University. The talk is free and open to the public. oakland.edu/oumagazine/n...

OU's 2025 Burke lecture to explore philosophy through a comedic lens - Department of Philosophy - OU Magazine - News - Oakland University

September 29, 2025

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 5d

Can community colleges save the humanities — especially in the age of AI? www.ccdaily.com/2025/09/can-...

Can community colleges save the humanities — especially in the age of AI?

In recent years, headlines have mourned the “death” of the humanities. Flagship universities are shuttering departments. Enrollments in English, history and philosophy are in freefall. Funding…

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 7d

Reminder: Nominations are open until 10/31 for APA leadership positions, including all committees, the APA board, and the graduate student council. Self-nominations are welcome! apaonline.org/nominations

APA leadership nominations deadline October 31, 2025

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 8d

Happening Thursday: APA member Philip Pettit (Princeton University) to give a talk at Youngstown State University on “Democracy: The What, the Why and the How.” Free and open to the public. ysu.edu/news/ysu-hos...

YSU to host political philosopher Philip Pettit for Shipka Speakers Series | YSU

Youngstown State University presents Philip Pettit, one of the world’s leading political philosophers, as the Dr. Thomas and Albert J. Shipka Speaker for Fall 2025. He will deliver his lecture at…

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 9d

In this interview, APA member @amyrs.bsky.social (UNLV) shares why her research and forthcoming book, “Intimate Borders, Feminist Migration Ethics,” are more timely and relevant than ever. www.unlv.edu/news/article...

The Interview: Amy Reed-Sandoval

Kids and everyday people make the best philosophers, according to professor Amy Reed-Sandoval

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 12d

APA members Michael Brownstein (John Jay College) & Alex Madva (Cal Poly Pomona), co-authors of the book “Somebody Should Do Something: How Anyone Can Help Create Social Change,” recently appeared on Hello Houston to discuss the philosophy of public protest. (video) www.youtube.com/watch?v=cohb...

Can losing be a win? The philosophy of public protest

Over the summer, Texas Democrats staged a dramatic walkout to block a Republican-led redistricting bill in the state. Though the bill ultimately passed, their protest didn’t go unnoticed. The move…

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 13d

APA member Keya Maitra co-authored this opinion piece on UNC Asheville's elimination of liberal arts courses. www.citizen-times.com/story/opinio...

Opinion: UNCA's elimination of liberal arts courses is drastic cut to Humanities Program

UNCA's chancellor is willing to compromise students’ education due to a legislator’s alleged ignorance around the meaning of the liberal arts.

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 13d

The APA Blog has released the audio of the 2021 APA Eastern Division Dewey lecture given by Philip Kitcher. blog.apaonline.org/2025/09/23/2...

2021 Eastern Division Dewey Lecture: The Whole Function of Philosophy | Blog of the APA

Below is the audio recording of Philip Kitcher’s John Dewey Lecture, “The Whole Function of Philosophy,” given at the 2021 Eastern Division Meeting, which was held virtually due to the coronavirus…

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 14d

APA members Frank Faries and James Fritz have been awarded 2025 Excellence in Pedagogical Innovation Awards from Virginia Commonwealth University. Congratulations! news.vcu.edu/article/2025...

VCU announces recipients of 2025 faculty awards for scholarship, teaching excellence

Interim Provost Beverly J. Warren today announced 30 winners of VCU’s National/International Recognition Awards and 25 winners of the Excellence in Pedagogical Innovation Awards.

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American Council of Learned Societies @acls1919.bsky.social · 14d

Apply by Jan. 27 to The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Buddhism Public Scholars, placing early-career scholars in positions with @lionsroar.com, @tricyclemag.bsky.social, @artsmia.bsky.social, The Courtauld Institute of Art, & the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art: www.acls.org/BuddhismPublicScholars

The Robert H. N. Ho Family Foundation Buddhism Public Scholars

Buddhism Public Scholars use their expertise to bolster the capacity of host organizations in the area of Buddhist art and thought.

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 14d

If you missed Monday’s APA Live event, “Preparing for the Academic Job Market,” or want to watch it again, the replay is now available on demand: www.apaonline.org/news/710810/...

APA On Demand: “Preparing for the Academic Job Market,” with panelists Kristen Irwin, Briana Toole, Erich Matthes, and Lauren Ashwell

American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 15d

APA members Zoe Johnson King and Mathias Risse share their thoughts on the value of struggle in the age of AI. news.harvard.edu/gazette/stor...

What is creativity without sweat and tears? — Harvard Gazette

Harvard philosophers and a psychiatrist consider what we lose when we outsource struggle to artificial intelligence.

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 16d

APA leadership nominations are open: Service on the board, a committee, or the GSC is a significant opportunity for leadership in the profession and the association. Please consider nominating qualified candidates—perhaps yourself! www.apaonline.org/nominations

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 21d

Have you signed up for the next APA Live event, “Preparing for the Academic Job Market”? Register here: www.apaonline.org/events/Event...

APA Live: “Preparing for the Academic Job Market,” Monday, September 22, 4 p.m. Eastern / 1 p.m. Pacific, with panelists Kristen Irwin, Briana Toole, Erich Matthes, and Lauren Ashwell

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 22d

Happening Thursday: APA member Dean Zimmerman (Rutgers) to deliver 38th annual Mary Olive Woods Lecture at Western Illinois University. The talk, "Why Would Anyone Be a Dualist? Souls, Bodies, and the Afterlife," is open to the public. www.wiu.edu/news/newsrel...

Distinguished Professor Dean Zimmerman to Deliver 38th Annual Mary Olive Woods Lecture at WIU

Rutgers University Distinguished Professor Dean Zimmerman will present the 38th annual Mary Olive Woods Lecture at Western Illinois University at 7 p.m. Thursday, September 18 in the University Union…

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 22d

Nominations are open for APA leadership positions, including all committees, the APA board, and the Graduate Student Council. www.apaonline.org/news/710085/...

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 23d

Happening Thursday: APA member @mbehrensen.bsky.social to deliver a colloquium lecture on "Who's Afraid of Cognitive Warfare?" at the University of Twente. www.utwente.nl/en/bms/phil/...

Philosophy Colloquium Lecture - 18 September 1545-1730 - Maren Behrensen

University of Twente Philosophy Lectures 2025-2026

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American Philosophical Association @apaphilosophy.bsky.social · 23d

Have you checked out the APA’s Departmental Services Program (DSP)? Sign up today to get access to the many DSP benefits, such as workshops for department chairs, discounts, and complimentary APA memberships for undergraduate and first-year graduate students: www.apaonline.org/dsp