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Why Study Philosophy?
Philosophy develops critical reasoning skills, clarity in thought and language, and competence in synthesizing a good deal of information into a systematic, coherent picture. These abilities form a core part of the skill set for anyone who hopes to flourish in a complex, diverse, multicultural world.
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Apr
4
2025
The Department of Philosophy presents Georgetown University's Pro...
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Evanston
Title: How to Value Yourself: Self-Respect and the Setting of Ends The self-respecting person values herself. In Kantian terms, this r...
Apr
11
2025
The Department of Philosophy presents St. Louis University's Prof...
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, Evanston
TITLE: The Limitations of Evidence: Epistemic Ties, Parity, and Permissions Here’s a common thought: rational belief depends on the ev...
Apr
18
2025