Philosophy News
Peter Loptson has a new book coming out this year
Peter Loptson's new book, The Good, the Right, the Just, and the Valuable: Reflections in Practical Philosophy and the Philosophy of Religion has been accepted for publication by Cambridge Scholars Press in the UK. It is expected to be published by the end of this year. Congratulations Peter!
The Philosophy Department is seeking a TT professor in AI Ethics
Position Title / Rank: Assistant Professor, AI Ethics
College: College of Arts
Department: Philosophy
Date Posted: February 14, 2019
Deadline: March 8, 2019 or until a suitable candidate is found
Please reference AD #19-14
Position Description:
Call For Applications
the Philosophy Field Course is back
The Philosophy Field Course is a unique experiential learning opportunity for undergraduates. We will be visiting Tofino, BC from May 20-30, in 2019. During their visit, students will engage with various environmental stakeholders including Fish Farm managers, environmentalists, logging operators, and First Nations representatives. We will investigate environmental issues from each of these perspectives and explore opportunities for cooperation. More info is available on the course website.

Andrew Bailey edits new anthology
Andrew Bailey has edited a new anthology, The Broadview Introduction to Philosophy. Coming soon.
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John Hacker-Wright has a new book published!
John Hacker-Wright has just had an edited volume published with MacMillan-Palgrave press: Philippa Foot on Goodness and Virtue
Please see here for more information: https://www.palgrave.com/us/book/9783319912554
Monique Deveaux Renewed as Canada Research Chair in Ethics and Global Social Change
We are happy to announce that Monique Deveaux's CRC has been renewed. Dr. Deveaux will be exploring issues of structural exploitation. For more information, please follow this link.
Samantha Brennan interviewed about new book in the Globe and Mail and the Toronto Star
Samantha Brennan has been interviewed, along with co-author Tracy Isaacs (Western), regarding their new book, Fit at Mid-Life: A Feminist Fitness Journey.
See their interviews here, in the Globe and Mail and the Toronto Star