Philosophy and Religious Studies

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Sep 27, 2024

Where Culture and Social Sciences Define Innovation

At the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHASS), these three students have found the perfect place to explore interdisciplinary interests where their creativity and curiosity meet.

Aug 14, 2024

Is Diversity in Public Schools Essential?

Professor Karey Harwood provides insights on the challenges and successes public schools face in achieving and maintaining educational equity.

Mar 28, 2024

What are the Risks and Rewards of Autonomous Vehicles?

Four faculty scholars offer insights on the economic, moral and social consequences autonomous vehicles pose.

Mar 25, 2024

Stephen Puryear Named Department Head of Philosophy and Religious Studies

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences has named Stephen Puryear head of the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, effective July 1.

Dec 6, 2023

Philosophy and Religious Studies Head Michael Pendlebury Retires

After 20 years as head of the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies, Michael Pendlebury is retiring, effective Jan. 1, 2024.

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Dec 4, 2023

To Help Autonomous Vehicles Make Moral Decisions, Researchers Ditch the ‘Trolley Problem’

The goal of the new research is to help autonomous vehicles make “good” decisions. Corresponding author and associate professor in the Science, Technology and Society program Veljko Dubljević helps explain.

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May 2, 2023

The Future Is Now: Wrestling with Ethics, Policy and Brain-Computer Interfaces

Associate professor of philosophy and science, technology and society Veljko Dubljevic answers questions about a book he co-edited about devices that allow computers to interface with the human brain. As these technologies become more widespread, so do questions related to ethics and policy.

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Mar 23, 2023

Study Highlights Complicated Relationship Between AI and Law Enforcement

The study underscores the need for law enforcement officers to better understand the limitations and ethical challenges of AI technologies.

Jul 26, 2022

Philosophy Alum Navigates Legal Landscape of Emerging Technologies, Litigation

Philosophy alumnus and attorney Jeff Kelly guides next-gen businesses and investors through the tech start-up process.

Jun 15, 2022

Wolfpack Writers: Elizabeth D. Jones

We caught up with alumna Elizabeth D. Jones, a history and philosophy double-major, to learn more about her new book "Ancient DNA: The Making of a Celebrity Science."