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In Memoriam: Waheed Hussain (1972-2021)

February 10, 2021
In Memoriam: Waheed Hussain (1972-2021) We were saddened to hear that Waheed Hussain, Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University Toronto, passed away on January 30, 2021 at the age of…

PPE Sessions at the Eastern APA

January 2, 2021
PPE Sessions at the Eastern APA We are delighted to announce that two PPE Society sessions will be held at the 2021 Eastern Division APA Meeting, which will take place…

The PPE Society Fund and Scholarship

December 1, 2020
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The PPE Society Fund and Scholarship The PPE Society now has a general fund, which will provide scholarships or other financial support for those who need it to participate…

The Gaus Memorial Fund and PPE Essay Prize Announced!

November 30, 2020
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Gerald Gaus Memorial PPE Essay Prize Jerry Gaus devoted much of his career to fostering the talents of his students. He encouraged innovation and the pursuit of projects…

Virginia Tech announces Center for PPE

October 7, 2020
Virginia Tech as approved a new college-level Center for Philosophy, Politics, and Economics. The Center’s Director, Prof. Michael Moehler, writes that “The Center will conduct research in central areas across…

In Memoriam: Jerry Gaus (1952-2020)

October 7, 2020
The PPE Society was saddened to learn that Jerry Gaus passed away suddenly on August 19, 2020. Jerry was a towering force in  political philosophy and a founding member of…

New OUP PPE Book Series

October 7, 2020
A new book series, to be published by Oxford University Press, on Philosophy, Politics and Economics. Co-edited by Ryan Muldoon, Carmen Pavel, Geoff Sayre-McCord, Eric Schliesser, and Itai Sher, with the…

Protest, Civil Disobedience and Resistance, June 19

June 13, 2020
Friday, June 19th, 3PM-4PM ET Zoom Link: https://unc.zoom.us/j/943493437 What are the particular political and moral challenges of engaging in struggle, protest, and resistance during a pandemic? What strategies are likely…

Protesting Police and Policing Protests, June 17

June 13, 2020
Wednesday June 17, 2020, 6-7pm EST. To register please fill out the form you will find HERE. A panel discussion with Ekow Yankah, Michele Moody-Adams, Brandon del Pozo, and Jason…