By celebrating World Philosophy Day each year, on the third Thursday of November, UNESCO underlines the enduring value of philosophy for the development of human thought, for each culture and for each individual.
The UQ School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry in conjunction with the Queensland Philosophy Education Network (QPEN), and UQ Philosophy Research Higher Degree students will hold a range of activities to celebrate World Philosophy Day.
Time |
Title |
Description |
| 12.00 - 1.30pm | Dr Who, facebook, and Kim Kardashian! |
A symposium on pop culture and philosophy with:
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| 1.30 - 2.00pm | Light refreshments | |
| 2.00 - 3.30pm | Camus as a way of life: the surfer, the gamer and the guillotine |
A Round Table conversation with:
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| 3.30 - 4.00pm | Light refreshments | |
| 4.00 - 5.30pm | Sex, Feminism and Philosophy of Life |
World Philosophy Day Public Lecture with:
Introduction and Chair: Rachel Nolan (UQ)
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| 5.30 - 6.00pm | Drinks and canapés | |
| 6.00 - 7.30pm | Three Wise Women |
A panel discussion with:
Facilitator: Michelle Boulous Walker (UQ)
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| 7.30 - 8.00pm | Close | |
For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/241863086211566/
or email: hapi@uq.edu.au
Venue
Abel Smith Building (23),
St Lucia campus
St Lucia campus