Department of Philosophy

KNOWLEDGE. JUSTICE. REASONING.

Welcome to the Department of Philosophy

Philosophy investigates fundamental questions about the nature of reality—about the universe as a whole, human beings, society, science, and morality. These questions underlie and unify the sciences and humanities. Philosophers explore deep theoretical, practical, and moral issues that do not easily fit into more specialized disciplines. Philosophy students learn about the basic intellectual foundations of our political, social, and legal systems, and of modern science and technology.  Philosophy will challenge you with its reflective and critical approach to important, often puzzling questions about truth, knowledge, justice, the universe, and everything in between.

News and Upcoming Events

Philosophy Undergraduate Conference 2026

Undergrad Conference

Our Philosophy Undergraduate Conference is on March 13 from 8:30AM-5:00PM in Markin Hall Room 1090, featuring talks by Leya Emond, Harsh Vardhan, Justin Cleland, Autumn Rea, and Jacques Naude. Our keynote speaker is Holly Andersen (Simon Fraser University), who will speak on "Science, Solidarity, and Fandom". Click 'Conference Schedule' below for the full event schedule.

Dunn on MAID at SACPA

Dunn on MAID at SACPA

On Feb. 19, Nicholas Dunn spoke to the Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA) about the question of whether MAID should be available for persons with mental disorders. While MAID has been legal in Canada since 2016, the eligibility expansion for mental illness, which has been postponed twice, is set to take effect in March 2027. The event was covered by the Lethbridge Herald and Bridge City News.

Informal Logic: The Next 50 Years

Workshop: Informal Logic

Join us for a workshop, "Informal Logic: The Next 50 Years", May 4-5 2026, to celebrate the move of the journal Informal Logic from the University of Windsor to the University of Lethbridge. Invited speakers include Scott Aikin (Vanderbilt), John Casey (Northeastern Illinois), Michael Baumtrog (Toronto Metropolitan), and Beth Innocenti (Kansas). Details to come!

Stories

Meet Dr. Nicholas Dunn, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts & Science

A lover of the great outdoors, Dr. Nicholas Dunn looks forward to spending time in nature in southern Alberta and Montana.
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Faculty of Arts & Science (Arts) Gold Medal Winner Joseph Dyck

For Faculty of Arts & Science (Arts) Gold Medal Winner Joseph Dyck, returning to university as a mature student wasn’t just a career shift — it was a leap of hope.
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Shining Student Cameron Bluekens

Meet Cameron Bluekens, a dedicated Bachelor of Arts student majoring in philosophy at the University of Lethbridge. Through curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to explore new ideas, Cameron has navigated an evolving academic journey …
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