Philosophy

William Walker Tait, renowned UChicago philosopher of mathematics, 1929‒2024 William Tait standing in front of a grassy field.

William Walker Tait, renowned UChicago philosopher of mathematics, 1929‒2024

Scholar of mathematical logic known for his ‘fierce moral determination’ and ‘twinkle in his eye’

Howard Stein, acclaimed UChicago philosopher and historian of physics, 1929‒2024 Howard Stein

Howard Stein, acclaimed UChicago philosopher and historian of physics, 1929‒2024

Scholar remembered for his curiosity, elegant writing, and dedication to the history and philosophy of physics

Prof. Jonathan Lear to examine gratitude in 2024 Ryerson Lecture Jonathan Lear smiling

Prof. Jonathan Lear to examine gratitude in 2024 Ryerson Lecture

Leading philosopher to deliver April 2 public talk at Rubenstein Forum

UChicago graduate student explores the bond between humans and dogs Claudia Hogg-Blake

UChicago graduate student explores the bond between humans and dogs

Claudia Hogg-Blake discusses ethical theory and the philosophy of loving animals

UChicago philosopher Agnes Callard receives 2020 Lebowitz Prize Agnes Callard

UChicago philosopher Agnes Callard receives 2020 Lebowitz Prize

How do we live online? Virtual philosophy discussion tackles big questions Virtual Night Owls

How do we live online? Virtual philosophy discussion tackles big questions

Big ideas, tiny houses Hut outside of Neubauer Collegium

Big ideas, tiny houses

As clock nears midnight, students get philosophical Students in Ida Noyes

As clock nears midnight, students get philosophical

Martha Nussbaum awarded $1 million Berggruen Prize for Philosophy & Culture Thumbnail

Martha Nussbaum awarded $1 million Berggruen Prize for Philosophy & Culture

University of Chicago Philosopher Explores Role of Fear in 2016 Election

University of Chicago Philosopher Explores Role of Fear in 2016 Election

<p>Video: Prof. Martha Nussbaum discusses her new book, fear, and politics</p>


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