Minorities and Philosophy

Events

Charlotte Knowles: “What is gendered complicity?”

We are very happy to invite you to a talk by Dr Charlotte Knowles, professor of philosophy at University of Groningen, entitled “What is gendered complicity?” (see the abstract below). Charlotte Knowles What is gendered complicity?   Commentator: Barbara Bziuk (Utrecht University) Friday, May 26th, 15:30-17:00 College Hall 1.05, Campusplein 1, Utrecht University followed by…

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#5 The Philosopher Queen Mary Midgley (presented by Ellie Robson)

In the Philosopher Queens Seminar Series we learn about and discuss the work of philosophers from the book “Philosopher Queens” (ed. by Rebecca Buxton and Lisa Whiting, Unbound, 2020). The aim of this series is to introduce the audience, especially undergrad students, to the work of female philosophers and to bring attention to the issue of…

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Colin Caret “Women in Philosophy and Logic” Lunch Lecture

We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming Philosophy Lunch Lecture on Tuesday 15 November, at 12:00 o’clock in the Ravensteynzaal 1.06, Kromme Nieuwegracht 80. Colin Caret will give a presentation entitled ‘Women in Philosophy and Logic.’ There will be a lunch with vegetarian and vegan options. We look forward to seeing you then!…

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#3 The Philosopher Queen Anita L. Allen (presented by Ilhan Dahir)

In the Philosopher Queens Seminar Series we learn about and discuss the work of philosophers from the book “Philosopher Queens” (ed. by Rebecca Buxton and Lisa Whiting, Unbound, 2020). The aim of this series is to introduce the audience, especially undergrad students, to the work of female philosophers and to bring attention to the issue of…

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#4 The Philosopher Queen Lalla (presented by Dr. Shalini Sinha)

In the Philosopher Queens Seminar Series we learn about and discuss the work of philosophers from the book “Philosopher Queens” (ed. by Rebecca Buxton and Lisa Whiting, Unbound, 2020). The aim of this series is to introduce the audience, especially undergrad students, to the work of female philosophers and to bring attention to the issue of…

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Panel “Technology and Racial Discrimination” (postponed)

Minorities & Philosophy (MAP) and Amnesty International Student Group Utrecht (AISU) invite you to  a discussion panel on the theme of “Technology and Racial Discrimination” The panel will focus on the ethics of technology, specifically algorithms and AI, its relation to racial discrimination, and its implications on society. There will be a panel of experts…

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MAP Philosophy Saloon (every other week)

Do you want to talk to likeminded philosophy students? Is there an experience you wish to unpack or a perspective you wish to share? Do you want to expand your network and build solidarity with other students who may not always feel at home in academic Philosophy? Come to our MAP Saloon, organised every other…

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Book presentation: “Ancient Women Philosophers: Recovered Ideas and New Perspectives” by Caterina Pellò and Katharine O’Reilly

UU’s History of Philosophy Colloquium, together with MAP, invites you to the book presentation Ancient Women Philosophers: Key Findings and Methodological Considerations by Caterina Pellò (Nottingham) and Katharine O’Reilly (Toronto) that will be published by Cambridge University Press. History of Philosophy Colloquium Caterina Pellò (Nottingham University) “Ancient Women Philosophers: Key Findings and Methodological Considerations”   Abstract:…

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#2 The Philosopher Queen Mary Astell (presented by Simone Webb)

In the Philosopher Queens Seminar Series we learn about and discuss the work of philosophers from the book “Philosopher Queens” (ed. by Rebecca Buxton and Lisa Whiting, Unbound, 2020). The aim of this series is to introduce the audience, especially undergrad students, to the work of female philosophers and to bring attention to the issue of…

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