Undergraduate Call for Papers, Journals, etc.
Call for Papers
Society for Student Philosophers Annual Conference
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, Texas April 9-11, 2010
Submission Deadline: November 2, 2009
Keynote Speakers:
Dr. Larry A. Hickman
Department of Philosophy
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Dr. Gerard A. Hauser
Department of Communication
University of Colorado at Boulder
The Society for Student Philosophers invites the submission of papers
for possible presentation at its 2010 conference at the University of
Texas at Austin. We are especially interested in papers that touch on
some topic connected to our conference theme: Philosophy and
Communication. Many topics in philosophy and communication have
relevance to those in the other field, for example, topics in ethics,
new technologies, aesthetics, art, the public sphere, free speech, the
philosophy of language, rhetoric, metaphor, persuasion, issues of
social/political philosophy, etc. Although submissions do not need to
focus specifically on “philosophy and communication,” papers that have
some relevance for both fields are especially encouraged. Other papers
will still be considered.
Authors must be of on-going graduate or undergraduate student status
(in any discipline) and papers must not be published or accepted for
publication. Papers previously presented at SSP events are excluded
from submission. Papers should be suitable for a 25 minute
presentation. Leave identifying references out of the submitted paper,
but include author information (address, department, institution,
etc.) in the text of your email.
Deadline for submissions: November 2, 2009
Please send your completed paper to Dr. Scott Stroud, SSP Director,
at: ssp_conference@hotmail.com
More details on the SSP can be found at: http:// www.societyforstudentphilosophers.org/
A Call for Papers
The Hemlock Papers is now seeking submissions for the Spring 2010 issue.
The Hemlock Papers is produced through the Philosophy Department at the University of Idaho. This journal publishes work by any undergraduate student with an interest in philosophy.
We are seeking papers on any philosophical topic. Submissions should be between three and five thousand words. Essays must be original, previously unpublished, and submitted while the author is an undergraduate.
Editors may require revisions from authors of accepted submissions.
Email submissions to hemlock@uidaho.edu by January 11th, 2010.
Submissions should include a title page with title of submission, author name, institution, email address, and postal address. For blind review, the rest of the document should only include the title and text. Email submissions in .docx, .doc, .rtf, .wpd, or .pdf formats. Any questions regarding submissions can be sent to the editors directly at the above email address.
Authors will be notified regarding submissions by March, 2010. Authors of accepted submissions will receive a gratis copy of the Spring 2010 edition of The Hemlock Papers.
The Hemlock Papers
Department of Philosophy
University of Idaho
Call for Papers
NOTE: The deadline for submissions for the following conference has been extended to September 15.
An undergraduate philosophy conference entitled “Reflections on Practical Philosophy” will be held at Loyola and Tulane Universities in New Orleans on November 21-22, 2009. The keynote address for the conference will be presented by Prof. Alfonso Lingis, Professor Emeritus, Penn State University.
Ten undergraduate submissions will be selected for presentation by a committee of Tulane and Loyola faculty and students. Submissions should be 9-12 pages. Students will be required to present their papers in no more than 24 minutes. Relevant topics include: social, political, ethical, and aesthetic philosophy; moral psychology and theories of mind; and philosophy related to current empirical research.
Submissions should be sent to Nate Thacker at nethacke@loyno.edu before September 15. Submissions must be sent as Word documents, adhere to Chicago style, and include a full bibliography. An abstract of no more than 100 words should be sent as a separate attachment. The submitting student’s name, e-mail address, and university should appear on the first page of his or her paper.
All submissions will be considered for publication in Elenchos: The Loyola Undergraduate Philosophy Journal, in 2010.
Questions may be directed to Nate Thacker (nethacke@loyno.edu) or Dr. Richard Velkley (rvelkley@tulane.edu).
Note: Slavoj Žižek is scheduled to visit Loyola University November 16-17 and to give a public lecture during his visit. Contact Dr. John Clark (clark@loyno.edu) for more information.
Tentative Schedule:
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Loyola University
3-5:15 PM: student presentations
5:30-7 PM: keynote address, Alfonso Lingis, Professor Emeritus, Penn State University
7 PM: reception
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Tulane University
11-12:30 PM: student presentations
12:30-1:30 PM: lunch break
1-2:30 PM: student presentations
Reflections on Practical Philosophy:
An Undergraduate Conference Hosted by
Tulane University and Loyola University New Orleans
November 21-22, 2009
With a Keynote Address by Dr. Alfonso Lingis, Penn State University
Submissions should be 9-12 pages, double spaced, in Times New Roman 12 pt. font. Relevant topics include: social, political, and ethical philosophy; moral psychology and theories of mind; and philosophy related to current empirical research.
Submissions should be sent to Nate Thacker at nethacke@loyno.edu before August 1. Papers must be sent as Word documents, and include a full bibliography, with a consistent documentation style, preferably Chicago. Students submitting papers should include a brief abstract of 250-500 words, sent as a separate attachment. The submitting student’s name, e-mail address, and university should appear on the abstract, but should not be included in the submission.
All submissions will be considered for publication in the 2010 volume of Elenchos: The Loyola
Undergraduate Philosophy Journal.
Questions may be directed to Nate Thacker (nethacke@loyno.edu) or Dr. Richard Velkley
Tentative Schedule:
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Location: Nunemaker Auditorium, Loyola University
3 pm: Opening remarks
3:10-5:15 pm: Student presentations
5:30-7 pm: Keynote address, Dr. Alfonso Lingis, Penn State University
7 pm: Reception
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Location: Woldenberg Art Center, Newcomb Campus, Tulane University
11-12:30 pm: Student presentations
12:30-1:30 pm: Lunch break
1:30-3 pm: Student presentations
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Cogito Student Journal of Philosophy Vol. IV (New Series) No. 3, 2008 is now available online:
http://au.geocities.com/platonicsociety/index.htm
Published since 1966 by the Socratic Society of UNSW, and now in conjunction with the Russellian Society of the University of Sydney and the Platonic Society of Macquarie University, the journal publishes work by students at all levels of study.
The 2008 edition includes the following papers:
Essays
Colour Perception: Its All in the Mind
Stef Savanah
In Defence of Mysterianism
Melanie Rosen
What Can Kaplanians Learn from Perspectivist Accounts of Creativity?
Swantje Lorrimer
Harry Potter and the Time Travel Paradox: an analysis of predestination and ontological paradoxes as encountered in J. K. Rowlings Prisoner of Azkaban.
Steph Rennick
Book Review
A New Platonic Theism?
Tim Smartt
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ANNOUNCEMENT!
The Illinois Philosophical Association is proud to announce its fourth
annual:
Undergraduate Student Essay Contest
Essay Prize:
$100 will be awarded to the best philosophy paper by an undergraduate.
The student should be prepared to present the paper at the
Illinois Philosophical Association Conference being held at the
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
October 23-24, 2009
How to Send:
Submit your paper electronically in MSword, .rtf or .pdf format. Send
the paper as an attachment to Professor Grant Sterling of Eastern
Illinois University at: gcsterling@eiu.edu
Also send as an attachment a separate cover page with your name,
institution, and contact information. On this page and in your email
message to Prof. Sterling, indicate “Undergraduate Essay Contest.”
Only electronic submissions will be considered.
Submission Deadline: September 10, 2009
Submission requirements:
• Papers in any area of philosophy are welcome.
• Students submitting papers must be undergraduates attending a
university or college in Illinois.
• By submitting a paper, the winner agrees to present her/his paper at
the 2009 Illinois Philosophical Association Conference in Urbana-
Champaign, IL, October 23-24, 2009.
Required Format for Student Submission:
• All self-identifying references (including institution-identifying
references) should be removed from the paper itself.
• The author’s name, institution, and contact information should only
appear on a separate cover page and in the body of the email submitted
to Professor Grant Sterling.
• The paper must not exceed 3000 words in length [not counting
bibliography and notes].
• Include word count on cover sheet.
• Title of the paper should appear on both the cover sheet and on the
paper itself.
COLLEGE STUDENTS WORLDWIDE ARE INVITED TO
PONDER THE GREAT QUESTIONS OF EXISTENCE
IN MATTER & BEYOND ESSAY CONTEST
College students around the world will have a chance to express their
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15, 2009 and the winner will be announced on the Fountain Magazine Web
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The contest is inspired and co-sponsored by Ebru Television's new
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These are just a few of the countless questions and topics that students
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The purpose of the contest is to encourage young people to think about
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The contest is open to all undergraduate and graduate students
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Submissions will be made online at the Fountain Magazine Web site:
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There will be a total of six prizes that will include a $2000 grand
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Matter & Beyond features interviews with some of the most fascinating
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Matter & Beyond is currently aired on satellite around the world and on
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Biola University
2009 Philosophy Conference
Saturday, May 2nd, 2009
Keynote Speaker: John Martin Fischer, UCR
"Frankfurt Cases: The Moral of the Stories"
Call for Papers
Students (anyone without a PhD) are invited to submit papers in any
area of philosophy. Papers should adhere to the following guidelines:
- .doc or .pdf files only (.pdf preferred)
- Limited to 4000 words or less (40 minute presentation time)
- Include a brief abstract
- Prepared for blind review
- Include a separate title page listing: author name, institutional
affiliation,
mailing address, and email address
Papers should be submitted via email to: biolaconference@gmail.com
THE DEADLINE FOR PAPER SUBMISSIONS IS: MARCH 22, 2009
For more information please email biolaconference@gmail.com
or call 562-903-4764
THE REED St. Olaf College's Annual, Interdisciplinary, Undergraduate
Journal of Existentialism THE REED invites undergraduate students to submit
essays, prose, poetry, or visual art for the 11th volume. The journal
accepts submissions from undergraduates around the English-speaking world,
and is distributed to philosophy departments across the United States, as
well as the UK and Canada.
Email questions and submissions to: thereed@stolaf.edu
DEADLINE: April 15th, 2009 Submissions should be from undergraduate
students only, address existential themes or thinkers, and include the
submitter's name and school. Essays should not exceed 4,000 words.
--
Corliss G. Swain, Chair
Department of Philosophy
St. Olaf College
1520 St. Olaf Avenue
Northfield, MN 55057
swain@stolaf.edu