“We are just following the science” has been a frequent justification for policy by politicians in the pandemic. There has been a steadfast refusal to explicitly address the ethical values relevant to policy making, with the veneer that these are … Read more
"The Aim of Revenge: a Nietzschean Analysis" Zoom Link: https://unc.zoom.us/j/96017629368?pwd=N1dlRVdQeGZPVDBaZ2JwOEpiVG1HZz09 Meeting ID: 960 1762 9368 Passcode: 186995 Abstract: Nietzsche makes a number of puzzling claims about revenge: the invention of Christian morality is an act of revenge; the … Read more
“Tree Equity: Overcoming a Legacy of Environmental Injustice in Cities” As the climate heats, trees in cities are rapidly transitioning from background aesthetics to life-saving infrastructure. Yet a map of tree cover in any US city is too often a … Read more
"Exploring Non-Voluntary ECT: Ethical Considerations" Zoom Link: Contact daniel_moseley@med.unc.edu for Zoom link Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is heavily regulated across the United States. Laws and regulations pertaining to ECT for patients who lack decision making capacity vary significantly, with … Read more
On June 3, 2021, the White House issued a National Security Study Memorandum establishing the fight against corruption as a core United States national security interest. The presentation will offer an overview of the FBI’s International Corruption Unit, the laws … Read more
Morehead Planetarium, the Department of Philosophy, and the Parr Center for Ethics are pleased to invite K-12 educators to participate in the inaugural session of “Educational Ethics in Pandemic Times.” This event will provide an unprecedented opportunity for educators to … Read more
PPE Speaker Series EVENT DESCRIPTION: In contemporary political discussions, it is depressingly common to see people criticized for expressing impure beliefs. Moreover, those who sometimes defect from their tribe are criticized for failing to be firmly enough on the side … Read more
If you want a break from writing or studying on reading day, please join us for a classic Disney remake at the next installment of Philosophy at the Movies this Thursday, December 2nd at 6:00 PM in CW 105! We … Read more
This meeting will be held virtually. Zoom link: https://unc.zoom.us/j/91459956146 Want to understand the complex world in which we live? Consider UNC’s five-course minor in Philosophy, Politics and Economics that lets you satisfy Gen. Ed. requirements with an assortment of … Read more
Zoom Link: https://unc.zoom.us/j/92945271220 If you are a graduate student interested in becoming affiliated with UNC’s PPE program, join us for a casual meet and greet/information session via Zoom. Our Affiliated Graduate Students form a thoughtful community on campus that hosts … Read more
