KNOWLEDGE. JUSTICE. REASONING.

Welcome to the Department of Philosophy

Philosophy investigates fundamental questions about the nature of reality—about the universe as a whole, human beings, society, science, and morality. These questions underlie and unify the sciences and humanities. Philosophers explore deep theoretical, practical, and moral issues that do not easily fit into more specialized disciplines. Philosophy students learn about the basic intellectual foundations of our political, social, and legal systems, and of modern science and technology.  Philosophy will challenge you with its reflective and critical approach to important, often puzzling questions about truth, knowledge, justice, the universe, and everything in between.

News and Upcoming Events

Philosophy Colloquium

Colloquium: David Balcarras

David Balcarras (University of Lethbridge) will be giving a Department of Philosophy Colloquium on Monday, November 3 at 12:30PM in room B716 (University Hall), on "Is Meaning A Relation?". Everyone is welcome.

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CAPAI

Canadian Association for the Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence

Nicholas Dunn (Lethbridge) has co-founded, with Martina Orlandi (Trent), the new The Canadian Association for the Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence (CAPAI) / Association canadienne pour la philosophie de l’intelligence artificielle (ACPIA). Check out the association's website here or by clicking 'Learn More' below.

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Kent Peacock Colloquium

Colloquium: Kent Peacock

Kent Peacock (University of Lethbridge) will be giving a Department of Philosophy Colloquium on Monday, October 20 at 12:30PM in room B716 (University Hall), on "Ecolization and the Supernal: Taking Indigenous Philosophy at its Word". Everyone is welcome.

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Stories

Faculty of Arts & Science (Arts) Gold Medal Winner Joseph Dyck

For Faculty of Arts & Science (Arts) Gold Medal Winner Joseph Dyck, returning to university as a mature student wasn’t just a career shift — it was a leap of hope.
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Shining Student Cameron Bluekens

Meet Cameron Bluekens, a dedicated Bachelor of Arts student majoring in philosophy at the University of Lethbridge. Through curiosity, resilience, and a willingness to explore new ideas, Cameron has navigated an evolving academic journey …
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Dr. David Balcarras joins ULethbridge with new perspectives on language and thought

Dr. David Balcarras recently joined the University of Lethbridge's Department of Philosophy, drawn by a shared commitment to liberal education and a curiosity about the nature of language and thought.
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