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Nominations and Self-Nominations Requested for Dec. 2013 APA Committee on Public Philosophy Book Signing

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Dec. 2013 Public Philosophy Book SigningNominations RequestedOrganized by the APA Committee on Public PhilosophyIn December of 2013, the APA Committee on Public Philosophy will host a book signing at…Continue

Reminder: APA Committee on Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest - for Pieces Published in 2012

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Announcement from the APA Committee on Public PhilosophyDecember, 20122012 Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest The APA Committee on Public Philosophy is pleased to announce a contest for the best Op-Eds…Continue

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Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest for Pieces published in 2012

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Announcement from the APA Committee on Public PhilosophyDecember, 20122012 Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest The APA Committee on Public Philosophy is pleased to announce a contest for the best Op-Eds…Continue

Public Philosophy Book Signing Event at the Eastern APA, 12/29, from 2-4pm

Started Dec 25, 2012 0 Replies

This holiday season come enjoy some debate with authors writing about God, the ethics of torture, democracy and moral conflict, as well as American intellectualism and stoicism. The American…Continue

 

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Reminder: APA Committee on Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest - for Pieces Published in 2012

Announcement from the APA Committee on Public PhilosophyDecember, 20122012 Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest The APA Committee on Public Philosophy is pleased to announce a contest for the best Op-Eds published by philosophers in 2012. The goal is to honor 5 standout pieces that blend successfully philosophical argumentation with an Op-Ed writing style. Winning submissions will call public attention directly or indirectly to the value of philosophical thinking. The pieces will be judged in terms…See More
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Mar 12
Eric Thomas Weber commented on Christopher Long's group Public Philosophy Journal
"I'll be there. Look forward to catching up and hearing more about the project."
Feb 17
Eric Thomas Weber commented on Christopher Long's group Public Philosophy Journal
"Good luck with the Mellon proposal! Sounds like an exciting venture."
Feb 17
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Public Philosophy Journal

The Public Philosophy Journal is designed to re-envision the relationship between the academy and everyday life by creating a public space for accessible but rigorous scholarly discourse on challenging contemporary issues of public concern.The Public Philosophy Journal is a collaborative endeavor between the Department of Philosophy and the Humanities in a Digital…See More
Feb 17
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Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest for Pieces published in 2012

Announcement from the APA Committee on Public PhilosophyDecember, 20122012 Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest The APA Committee on Public Philosophy is pleased to announce a contest for the best Op-Eds published by philosophers in 2012. The goal is to honor 5 standout pieces that blend successfully philosophical argumentation with an Op-Ed writing style. Winning submissions will call public attention directly or indirectly to the value of philosophical thinking. The pieces will be judged in terms…See More
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Public Philosophy Book Signing Event at the Eastern APA, 12/29, from 2-4pm

Dec 25, 2012
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Public Philosophy Book Signing Event at the Eastern APA, 12/29, from 2-4pm

This holiday season come enjoy some debate with authors writing about God, the ethics of torture, democracy and moral conflict, as well as American intellectualism and stoicism. The American Philosophical Association's major winter meeting is taking place in Atlanta this year. It's free to come join us to meet 5 authors who will participate in a book signing. Come think philosophically and meet some authors who will happily sign books (cash or check). See our announcement and Webpage for the…See More
Dec 25, 2012
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2011 Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest

The APA's Committee on Public Philosophy announces the 2011 Public Philosophy Op-Ed Contest.  Information about the contest is available here: http://publicphilosophy.org/2011-CPP-Op-EdContest.pdf.  The due date for submissions is Friday, April 20th, 2012.  Please spread the word!See More
Dec 23, 2011
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Check it out! Great Chronicle article about public philosophy and the PPN conference

http://chronicle.com/article/Philosophers-Put-Their-Minds/130066/See More
Dec 15, 2011
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Eric Thomas Weber replied to Cori Wong's discussion How does one *really* go Public??
"Hi Cori,In 2010 I started writing newspaper articles on a somewhat regular basis.  I do think it is important professionally to write for academic audiences in establishing your tenure case and in strengthening your own grasp of your…"
Jun 21, 2011
Eric Thomas Weber commented on Michael W. Austin's group For Goodness' Sake
"Michael, on the whole I think a teacher is smart to act as he or she teaches others to act, but there are exceptions especially in cases of inability.  The reason it is good to do is to ensure that the teacher is knowledgeable in his or her…"
Apr 5, 2011
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For Goodness' Sake

Following Aristotle, this group is dedicated to reflecting, discussing, and seeking ways to put moral philosophy to work for the sake of personal and social moral progress.
Mar 26, 2011
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Eric Thomas Weber joined Daniel Susser's group
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Pedagogy: Public Philosophy in the Classroom

A discussion about higher education and the role of philosophy in it, as well as strategies, methods, and tools for teaching philosophy and critical thinking in the university and elsewhere.
Mar 26, 2011
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Eric Thomas Weber is now a member of Public Philosophy Network
Nov 22, 2010
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Institutional affiliation or employer (if any)
The University of Mississippi
What is your professional position? (if any)
Full-Time Faculty Member
Interest in public philosophy? Please be as SPECIFIC AS YOU CAN. Members who answer "yes" or "a lot" will not be approved.
I work in the department of Public Policy Leadership at the University of Mississippi. My focus in philosophy is on the lessons the discipline has to offer for moral and political leadership in the public sphere.

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My professional Web site:
http://www.ericthomasweber.org

My blog page:
http://etweber.blogspot.com

The Society of Philosophers in America:
http://www.philosophersinamerica.com

The APA Committee on Public Philosophy Web site:
http://www.publicphilosophy.org

My department's Web site:
http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/leadership

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