The Department of Philosophy

IDEAS MATTER lectures explore ideas that make a difference in the world.   Lecturers are invited to bring their expertise and individual experience into the discussion.

Each year, a different topic is chosen.   Previous topics include:

2011: Responsibilities To Future Generations
2009: The UN Declaration of Human Rights at 60
2008: Who Owns the Sky? The Tragedy or Triumph of the Commons
2007: Does Religion Matter?
2006: Borders, Boundaries, Frontiers
2005: Hunger in Oregon: What We Know, What to Do