Philosophy

Edinburgh women in philosophy

The Edinburgh Women in Philosophy Group (EWPG) created the New Enlightenment Lecture in 2012 as a prestigious, annual event and for a prominent female philosopher to deliver a lecture on a topic of her choice.

Following last year’s success, the New Enlightenment Lecture this year will be delivered by Professor Helen Beebee (Manchester), preceded by a roundtable discussion and followed by a discussion and Christmas dinner at Field Restaurant.

Speaker: Professor Helen Beebee (Manchester)

Title: “What’s the Point of Philosophy?"

Schedule

  • Room 1.01: 13:00-14:00 Round Table Discussion
  • Room 1.20: 14:15-15:45 Talk by Professor Helen Beebee
  • Field Restaurant: 18:00-20:00 Dinner (for those who registered)

Contact

Rie Iizuka

Dec 05 2017 -

Edinburgh women in philosophy

2017-12-05: New Enlightenment Lecture 2017

Rooms 1.01 and 1.20, Dugald Stewart Building, 3 Charles Street, Edinburgh, EH8 9AD