KNOWLEDGE. JUSTICE. REASONING.
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
Colloquium: Ian Olasov
Ian Olasov (University of Lethbridge) will be giving a Department of Philosophy Colloquium on Monday, December 15 at 12:30PM in room B716 (University Hall), on "Philosophy as Reenchantment". Everyone is welcome.
Dunn in The Calgary Herald
Nicholas Dunn's op-ed "When compassion becomes discrimination", about MAID for mental illness, appeared in The Calgary Herald on December 13. To read the article, click 'Learn More' below.
Call For Papers: Undergrad Conference
The Department of Philosophy invites students to submit high-quality papers for the upcoming Undergraduate Philosophy Conference. Students from groups typically underrepresented in Philosophy are particularly encouraged to submit. Papers written inside and outside courses are welcomed. Papers will be reviewed anonymously, with decisions sent out by early February.